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THE TOPEKA PLAINDEALER A WARNING TO COLORED VOTERS Several States Will Vote Next Fall and the Negro Should Take a Firm Stand for His Friends. Historical Society Slate House THE Sixteenth Year. No.12. The improvident N A WARNING TO COLOR Several States Will Vote the Negro Should Stand for His The colored voters remember that the election takes place this fall in the several states. Do not commit yourself to any one except those that you believe will do something to promote the welfare of our people who have been woefully mistreated and robbed of their political and civil rights, and are burden from caring an honest living and are only given such menial positions by which they can scarcely eke out an existence. No job of any consequence is given them. The positions in stores and workshops, as brakemen, firemen and engineers, are denied them. The leaders of either party never consult them on any political issue. The white man when elected, either Republican or Democrat, always consults the white men on matters of appointment, etc., but never offers to consult a colored man. There are many foolish, ignorant and misguided colored men who have their mouths open to gas and wind and are ready to proclaim their loyalty to some white man that will give them a dollar or so and a suit of second hand clothes, and when they are cloeted with white men, never attempt to defend the rights of a colored man or proclaim justice to be meted out to him. Now, before the colored voter the themselves to any one candidate, ask him his attitude toward giving the colored man fair treatment; a position in some of the different institutions of the state or in some office; the right to vote and their vote be counted in the southern states; justice in the courts of the land, and if they believe the colored man has been and is still unjustly treated; that he has been denied an equal chance to earn an honest living and has been barred from the workshops and such positions as firemen, brakemen, engineers, mechanics, or any skilled trade by which he can earn a living for himself and family. The candidate who knows it is a wrong and is afraid to speak out in your behalf in public or act when the opportunity offers itself is not worthy of consideration by the race. While we are Republicans, we are not unmindful that the fifteenth amendment to the constitution is dead and our party has failed to have it enforced. We have had the President, Senate and Supreme Court and unjustice was still heaped upon the race and our party stood by and looked on in silence. We believe in progression, not retrogression and so far as the colored man and the Republican party is concerned, he is on the downward road. While we shall continue to battle on the party line, we will not vote for every hypocrite who calls himself a Republican. Let the colored voters who converse with our white brethren on politics, be not afraid to say they are dissatisfied with the present condition and saw they are looking for men who will take charge of these things in the right way. Mr. Colored Man: Quit being a fool and stand up and be a man and demand a man's rights! A STUDY OF WOMEN. From the Boston Herald. Miss Cora Sutton of Columbia University finds that "since the dawn of history fewer than 1,000 women have accomplished anything that history has recorded as worth while." The number as tabulated by Miss Castle, is R68, to be exact, and about 100 of these won their places by becoming the wives of famous men. Of the rest, nearly half won fame through literature. There are 64 who won fame through religion, 59 sovereigns, 36 actresses, 49 musicians, 20 scholars 17 artists, 12 philanthropists, 10 heroes, 9 dancers; 9 reformers, 6 beauties, 3 educators and so on. No fewer than 107 of the R68 are of our own generation. Miss Castle, who thus rusably braves slings and arrows from air directions, made up her list by going through the six leading en- --- eople has in English, French and German and selected all names that appeared in at least three of the six works. It was a fair enough basis for her study, though a more generous statistician might have taken the names found in any of the six authorities. Such a study is of interest, and yet it shows little of the part that women has played in the development and progress of the world, and it proves nothing. Happily "eminence" has not been the test of the real usefulness of women. No doubt there are good women and great women among these 868—though many of them fall short of both standards—but there have been millions and millions of women as good as the best of them and as great as the greatest though their names have never figured in biographical dictionaries. The accident of fame or notoriety is far less a basis for a worth-while list of women than for a list of men. To those who find real value in such a list it is of special significance that this country gives more promise than any other in the production of famous women; and that in spite of the growing opportunities open to women, the fields in which contemporary women have won eminence are virtually only three, the stage literature music. THE RECALL AND REGRET. From the Indianapolis News. It seems that the progressive West is repeating at leisure for having acted in haste. The day is not long gone since agitation in favor of the initiative and referendum and recall swept over the country. In some of the states, particularly those in the mountain region and on the Pacific coast, these advanced legislative ideas were made a part of the basic law. Some communities pushed headlessly into it by an aggressive and radical minority, insistent on having "the people" rule. Seattle, Tocoma and Spokane—the three flourishing cities of Washington—have had some interesting experiences with the recall. Mayor Hindley of Spokane, who was borne into office on the crest of one "popular" wave—"uprising" is the Eastern word—is not firing his position all o his liking. He is about to feel the ingratitude of the electorate; a recall movement has been started. Concerning this he is quoted in the Portland Oregonian: "I have no recall of a recall election should I be compelled to face one, but if there are 5,500 or 6,000 voters in this city who will ask a public official to stand for re-election because he did what he deemed to be his duty, then I am ready to step down." The Oregonian notes that the recall is to be invoked in Spokane because the major reduced the wages of city teamsters, while in Tacoma a referendum is under way to raise the teamsters' wages. In Seattle a few years ago the mayor was recalled for pursuing the very policy he had announced in his campaign, the "people having changed their minds. This is the glorious right of every free-born citizen—to change his mind. But what a turmoil it keeps the city in! Tacoma, ambitious Tacoma, forever jealous of its bigger neighbor across the bay, has had many recall elections that it is about convinced that the recall is not only a costly but a dangerous plaything. "Extremists of any stripe," sap the Oregonian, "move to recall an official wherever he runs counter to their peculiar opinions." Government by recall is not government by majority. The recall, it appears, has, whenever tried, terded to weaken the ideal of the voter as he goes to the polls. If the man he votes for does not suit him—runs counter to his peculiar opinion—he can be panked out. Just file a recall petition and start the election machinery a-moving. No wonder some officials who have tried TOPEKA, KANSAS, FRIDAY MORNING MARCH 20, 1914 to do their duty become disgusted which is the present state of mind of the mayor of Spokane. WHY SHOULD NEGROES SUPPORT BUSINESS CONDUCTED BY NEGROES? Why The Negro Should Not Be Patronized Why Does He Not Patronize Other Negroes? By Mrs. L. N. H. Coleman. Because no Caucasian caretaker for the soul not pocketbook of the Negro. The great wrong perpetrateth upon Negro customers by every white man in business, and in all lines of exchange of money for goods, are of such a nature, vowed they speak, a wall would be heard from the Atlantic to the Pacific, and the thunder pool of these wrongs would shake this country. Injustice is a hydra-headed monster which we must meet and kill by placing worthy Negroes in business and keeping them there by our continual nationage. The interests of labor and capital are as yet latent, with neither tongue nor nerve; only as we create life and action in enterprises. Because constant patronage would produce unity, organization, clanishness, racial aggrandizement. Every foreign race comes to us as menials. In a few years they are at the head of large business enterprises, commanding the respect of all classes. So the Negro would rise, and magnify his race; and, like the constant conflict of opposing gages, progressive peace would result from the conflict of Negroes supporting their own business. It is the fire of enthusiasm and sympathy, this spirit of benevolence and encouragement, that causes the rapid rise and great power of the Irish and other races here in Chicago. Because the civilized world judges the Negro as a No. I menial; as such we are the mechanism of their material prosperity. But the prosperity of the Negro race lies in his patronage of that race's enterprises. His valor, fortitude, fidelity to the whites, and love of country, are unquestioned. The white man sees and knows the Negro is time's youngest and noblest offspring, and whispers conscientiously, "Eco Home!" He hold the man! "Now, because the Negro is a great factor, manhood and godhead confined, there are other yearnings in him beside the deotic stomach's hungering. He hungers for development of mind, growth of soul, communion of love, for a higher, fuller living; for wealth, home, business. He longs to put in action his executive, legal, medical, religious and artistic abilities, gained in the schools. He wants to exercise that most potent wisdom he has acquired by contact with the highest type of men. If the Negro is in starving condition, needing all the good things in life, his hope is to go in to business and practice reciprocity. Go out of the way to support your race. Show the world you will not waste the enormous values of your bodies and minds by being hainned forever to the plow, or bent eternally over the tub and mop, for old clothes, cold food and barely wage enough to put back in the white man's hand for rent and merchandise. We must desert subserviency and force all things good, and great, to come to us. The Negro who does not patronize his own is non representative, is a traitor, a solitary bully, with his foot on the breast of his brother.—Chicago Defender. BRAZIL'S NEGRO QUESTION. From the Providence Journal. Theodore Roosevelt reports in the Outlook the process by which Brazil hopes to solve the Negro problem. Briefly stated, it is by miscegenation. Brazil's statesmen are encouraging the absorption of the blacks by the whites. Their intermarriage goes on at a rapid rate. Public men boasted to the Colonel that this was a better way of dealing with the business than ours. They told him it was a problem growing more and more difficult for the United States with every decade, while on the other hand the disappearance of the Negro, in time, would leave Brazil without any problem of the kind. Mr. Roosevelt has no comment to make on this deeply interesting experiment; no answer to the assertion of superiority for the Brazilian treatment. Indeed, about all there is to say of it may be alright emfwypem say about it, from the American view point, is that it may be alright for Brazil, since all classes and races in that country appear to be content with it. The above article from the Providence Journal, quoting Theodore Roosevelt, who is sojourning in Brazil. The American white man seems to be perturbed over the fact that the Brazilians are going to try to obliterate the color line by amalgamation. I think the Brazilians, before undertaking this matter should communicate with some white organization in this country on this question. This very thing was tried in this country for over 200 years and no success was obtained, and the Southern element of this country are still carrying on this amalgamation without any act of law, and yet the race prejudice is growing stronger. We think what is needed in Brazil, as in America, is more Christianity and a higher moral standard As long as the sun shines, there will be five distinct races, four dark ones and one white one and the white man will have to increase his male population at a very rapid rate to bleach out the colored race. It is just anything to keep up an agitation to belittle the Negro race in America and is kept up around the globe. The American white man has gone to Brazil to infest the "colored phobis" in the Brazilians. The Brazilians tell him they will have to marty the Negro and bleach him out and continue to live in peace. EQUALITY IN THE LIFE RACE. We are proud to publish a quotation from the late Hon. David Overmyer, in which he shows his friendly relation to the colored race. Mr. Overmyer was a leading Northern Democrat and formerly lived in Topeka, Kansas, and always believed in equal opportunity before law for all mankind. If we could get the Southern Democrat to look at this question as his Northern brother, there would be very little friction between human rights in this country. We wish the Almighty would bring something to pass that would dissolve the Northern and Southern Democats in this country and then the citizens would live in peace and harmony with one another. The following includes the quotation from the Hon David Overmyer: My Dear Sir: The following from the writings of the late David Overmyer may be called to the attention of the honorable gentlemen who affirm the "Jim Crow law" of Oklahoma, and who aggregate the colored employee in the Departments at Washington: "Equality." "I do not believe that all men are exactly equal mentally or morally, or in point of worth, or that they can be made exactly equal in estate or condition, but I insist that the sure course of life must be left open, and where it has been closed by laws, by institutions, or by custom, it must be opened and that every man shall have the right and the opportunity to be the equal of every other man if he can. I plead for equality of opportunity, for justice, for equity." Inhumanities upon the colored people cost this nation too much for such opinions and practices to be continued at this time upon any pretext. A people or nation will degenerate which imposes inequalities upon any class of citizens based on more prejudice. PRO BONE PUBLIC. Fopeku, Kansas February 20, 1914. A Glowing Tribute to the Rev. G. W. Henry's Splendid Efforta. Almost five years ago there came to this city a man, I say man because he has proven himself to be a man and that means something to be a man in the true sense of the word. Well this man came here having been invited to visit the church by the chairman of the deacon board of the Second Baptist church, Mr. Robert Keith. Mr. Keith was a splendid Christian and a man of wealth and standing. Was honored and respected by all. The man whom he invited to visit the church was Rev. George W. Henry. After seeing and hearing Rev. Henry, Deacon Keith and his officers and church decided that he was the man they wanted. Rev. Henry took up the work and nobody but God knows what a work it was but he bravely and courageously put his shoulder to the wheel, and worked, hoped and prayed as was determined to push the battle to the gate. Deacon Keith has passed to his reward and while he is still sadly missed, others have taken his place and with them help Rev. Henry is fighting on under his leadership the church has been completed. And it is a splendid office. They have also recently bought a parsonage which adds greatly to the church property. There has been many souls added to the church REV. GEO. W. HENRY membership and the work is moving on. We feel that it is due this man of God to say something about the great work he has done in this city, and that the church and the city has been blessed indeed with such a man in the community. We hear praises of him everywhere. The work and the struggles of this God-called minister will go down in history. We can well say with the poet: "My hope is built on nothing less Than Jesus' blood and righteousness; I date not trust the sweetest frame, But wholly lean on Jesus' name; On Christ, the solid rock, I stand. All other ground is sinking sand" (MRS.) WILLA SMITH, City Representative Topeka Plain- dealer. LAWRENCE, KANSAS Mrs. Johnson Smothers entertained with a progressive whist and dancing party, March 13 at her home complimentary to her sister, Miss Agnes Wheatley of Saint Joseph, Mo. The colors yellow and white were carried out very beautifully in decorations and refreshments. Mr. Edgar Saulsbury won first prize, Mr. Thompson, second and the booby fell to Mr. Fortnet. Misses Birdie, Agnes Wheatley, Agnes Grey, Mable Gleed, Catherine Grant and Amelia Gleed were on the receiving line. At a late hour Mrs. Bertha Brown and Mrs. Eliza Smith ushered the guests into the dining room where dainty refreshments were served by Catherine Grant and Amelia Gleed and the guests departed declaring Mrs. Smothers a delightful hostess. Miss Ednah Miller a K. U. student, spent the week end in Leavenworth visiting her parents. The Auxiliary of the Ninth street Baptist church met with Mrs. Maria Henson one afternoon this week, and after the regular order of business an elaborate luncheon was served. The next meeting will be with Mrs. Davis on Eighth and Maine. The Nickel Girls Charity club met Monday evening with Miss Ruth Prather. After the usual order of business, a dainty repast was served The visitors were Menns Herbert Gleed and Everett Johnson. Doe Young and Chuck Pennell could not be found in Lawrence Sunday. Where were they? Complimentary to her sister, Miss A. Wheatley, Mrs. J. Smothers gave an elaborate four course dinner on March 15. Guests were: Minneson Frances Rawler, Catherine Grant, and Amelia Gleed. Later Mr.Thomp- kins, of Oskaloosa and Miss Agnes Grey of Lawrence took the party in Mr. Thompkins' car for a spin over the city. After viewing the most beautiful spots in Lawrence the party went to the home of Miss Grant, where Misses Amelia Gleed and Catherine Grant entertained twenty-five guests. A nice musical program was rendered after which dainty refreshments and all departed declaring Miss Gleed and Miss Grant successful entertainers. Mrs. J. J. Jones entertained with an elaborate dinner Sunday in honor of Mr. Isaac Taylor. The guests were limited to relatives and close Price $1 50 Per Year. friends. Mr. and Mrs. Ed. S. Harvey announce the birth of a son, Edward, Jr. March 6th, 1914. Mrs. Harvey was Miss Maude Henry of this city. The Queen Esther Circle of the Ninth street church and the choir were royally entertained by Rev. and Mrs. Jackson at their home Ninth and Missouri Music was played throughout the evening. At the close of the evening a two course lunch was served and the guests departed having enjoyed a very pleasant evening. The Tau Eta Beta girls entertained with a whist party March 14 in honor of Miss Wheatley of Saint Joseph, Mo. at the home of Miss Castle Davis, Ninth and Maine. Miss Agnes Wheatley has returned to her home in Saint Joseph, Mo. after spending four days with her sister, Miss Johnson Smothers. Misses Blanch Patterson and Luchele Lee spent the week end with Miss Lee's parents near Lakeview. They were guests at a formal house party. BAYTER SPRINGS, KANSAS. The Gospel Band met with Sister Vina Benton Monday night. March 9. There were a great many present. Mrs. Luella Lavender, Mrs. Maude Weekly and Mrs. Edna Connor were Joplin visitors Saturday. The Weekly Pray services held at the Mt Olive Baptist church are Spiritually renewing the church. The Gospel Band met with Brother Alex Stephens Thursday night, March 12. There was a large attendance and one wandering sheep was restored back to the fold. This Band is enthusing the whole town. May God attend it with success. (The Gospel Band met with Brother Album Boyd Monday night, March 16. The Holy Ghost was truly felt. Rev. C. R. Bruster made some very encouraging remarks to the Band. At the close of the prayer service, Brother Abe Boyd quietly stole a march by uniting in marriage to Sister Susan Hurt. Rev. C. R. Bruster performed the ceremony. Mrs. Beatrice Solomon, Miss Dva McDowell, Mr. Estel and Mr. Theodore Bolden called on Mrs. J. W. Lavender Monday. Mrs. J. W. Lavender, Mrs. Maude Weekly and Mrs. Edna Connor called on Rev. and Mrs. J. B. McDowell Sunday. Sunday was a high day in Zion at the Mt. Olive Baptist church Sunday School at 10 o'clock a.m. which was largely attended. The morning services began at 11 o'clock. Rev. C. R. Bruster delivered a Holy Ghost sermon, which stirred up the whole congregation. After the services, the people went down to the river, where one candidate was baptized. A large crowd witnessed the scene. Rev. C. R. Bruster was the dinner guest of Rev. and Mrs. J. B. McDowell Sunday. The Mt. Olive Baptist church is at a high tide, both spiritually and financially. Miss Eva McDowell called on Miss Lela Lavender Sunday. Rev, C. R. Bruster called on Rev. and Mrs. J. W. Lavender Sunday afternoon. A few of the sisters of the Gospel Band went to the home of Sister Mary Rucker one of the old sainted mothers Tuesday afternoon, and held prayer services with her and had a glorious time. Just before their departure, they left a neat offering for which she was very grateful. The members of the Mt. Olive Baptist church are certainly proud of their pastor, Rev. C. R. Bruster. He is a true, Christian gentleman and we feel that we cannot do enough for him. GIVE US A BOOST. If there ever was a time in the history of Kansas, when our rate should pull together, it is right now. Every colored man and family should have a copy of The Plaindealer on his table. It is through the medium of the colored newspaper that you obtain the news and information you need. You not only need books, but next to your Bible, you need a home paper. Such we have and we are working night and day to see that every colored family in Kansas, Oklahoma, Missouri Nebraska and town have a copy. The price is in the reach of all and a few cents spent in this direction will enrich you in information and assist us in bringing up our rate to its proper position. Supplies. 13th and Quindaro Bldd. KANSAS CITY, KANSAS CONDENSED STATEMENT OF T.HE STATE SAVINGS BANK Leavenworth, Kansas At the Close of Business December 4, 1913 Loans and Discounts 172,256.77 Overbonds 12.77 Furniture and Instant 1,000.00 Bonds and Warranty 20,000.00 Guarantee Lend with State Loans 500.00 Cash and Sigh Exchange 74,998.97 HIBBLEHN Capital Stock ..... 25,000,000 Surplus Fund ..... 1000,000 Intens ..... 1,001,000 Deposits ..... 203,701,000 Loans ..... 50,000,000 Holdings Interest ..... 100,000 LI MAINS ..... 100,000 Lon Smith & Son Funeral Directors and Embalmers. Roach Building 141-141 S. Santa Lea SALINA. HINDOO SALVE. JUST ARRIVED the World Wonder, HINDOO SALVE used by the Hindoes to cure Dandruff. Prevents the hair from falling out, or breaking off and gives it a glossy appearance. Enclose 10c in stamps for sample Price 50c per jar. Guaranteed under the Food and Drugs Act, June 10th, 1906. Serial No. 57604. HINDOO SALVE COMPANY, 2645 Lawton Ave., St. Louis, Mo. SALE OR TRADE For Kansas City property, a 6 room House with three lots; 2 room house with two lots; 10 room house with three lots located in Atchison, Kansas and now renting for $70 per month. Three blocks from the business center of Atchison Price $5,500. Address ROSA BENNING, 1935 N.3d St. — Kansas City, Ks. The Renick Drug Co. S. E. Cor. 10th and Minn. Ave. KANSAS CITY, — KANSAS. Home Phone 232; Bell 748 We carry an up-to-date line of high grade Cigars, and Tobacco, School Supplies, Stationery, Candies —All Kinds of Drugs, Prescriptions given special attention and delivered free. Your patronage kindly solicited. The Renick Drug Co. Phones: Office Hours: Office 244. 11 a.m to 12 m Res. 645. 2 to 5 7 to 8.30 p.m R. S. Whittaker, M. D. Office: 1021 E. 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It is the claim of the Southern man that he is fairest than the Northern man in his treatment of the Negro, because, while he may be arbitrary and arrogant in manner, yet he has a heart of true welfare of the colored race, whereas the Southern man makes a great show of sympathy for the Negro, but shuts him off from many of his mutual trades. The colored man, so say Nor on Hoke Smith, and says every other representative of the South in Congress, is fit for manual and in mutual employments only, and among the people most of all and the largest outskirts of all for him, the farm. Well, much humbling to this has been exposed in the debate on the professional education bill. Senator Hole Smith the leader of the Southern Senators, has been criticized in the usual concluding manner, for the rightness of Northern Senators in all of the South of the colored moral world we live in. He mentioned that though the Negroes of his own state of Georgia contribute to the state than $200,000 in taxes for the other, yet they receive $600,000 in educational appropriations. But since interrogated by Senator Cummins, Senator Smith admitted that Georgia spent $5 in white schools to every 100 colored schools, though the colored population is more than to be sent to the whole state. This agricultural education appropriation is distributed among the States in proportion to population, and the Democratic majority, for the sake of the Southern Democrats, are demanding this year that the distribution and use of the money be left with the State, instead of being determined by the Department at Washington. In reply to a question Senator Hoke Smith said frankly that if this should be done, "We will not spend a dollar of this money in Negro schools." He wished, he said, to be entirely frank Senator Cummins reminded the Georgian statesmen that the distribution of he States is in ratio to population, and that Georgia's share is secured exactly as much by virtue of her colored as of her white population, yet, after the Negro had obtained for Georgia more than 10 per cent of the federal appropriation, the entire 100 percent is to be expended in the education of white students in agricultural schools. Senator Smith says that to spend any part of the appropriation in the further agricultural education of the Negro farmer or farmer's boys would be "a waste of money." Why? It would not be a waste of money for the purpose attended by the appropriation, but would be in harmony with the purpose of the bill; but to educate the Negro to own a farm and to prosper on the farm, thereby threatening to rise to a position of independence, would remove him from the sphere of a farm tenant or laborer to do chores and remain in a menial position. The Southern Democracy shows several characteristics that make it evident that the country cannot long be content to be run by that element; the nation has grown too big and advanced too far. The wrong and injustice, the violation of the national sense of right and honor, the lowered standard of legislative performance which Southern Democratic ideas of 50 years back, still too prevalent in that section, continually bring up in the debates and legislation, will not suit. The federal money appropriated for agricultural education never has been and never will be, unless for once, be distributed on so narrow a basis and fair dealing. No more will the country consent to go back 25 years in its civil service standards to suit Southern Democratic ideas of Dickson's spoil Capital. [First Published in The Topkick Plain. dealer February 20, 1911 In the District Court of Shawnee County, Kansas. Mossie Spencer, Plaintiff. vs. No. 2261 PUBLICATION NOTICE To Laurel H. No. of erection You are hereby remitted the notice you are for divorce and divorce in connection with the position contained on the 25th day of Aug. 1933 And that unless you answer retention on or before the 25th day of April 1934, the same will be taken as true and a judgement rendered If our correspondents and agents would send half or much money at we could e-age the paper to accommodate all. Please see the agent and pay up your subscription or remit to this office. KANSAS CITY PEOPLE GAIN WEALTH Race in the New Metropolis of the West keeps pace With the Material Advancement of the City—$200,000 Investment in Business and Has Real Estate Holdings Valued at $5,500,000. REPRESENTED IN 36 LINES OF BUSINESS. Sandy are School Teachers Through The School Buildings Conservat tory Education Desire of the Rare Who Number Thirty thousand - Banner Business League. B. Ralph W. Lark in is city, Mo. Jun. 30 Dr. me here where the self-satisfied East roots upon its stock yards as stations and its belfhouses, and no city in the world not even Paris can host of so beautiful and cool settles of houselands or one for some residences, many of which are for the steel palaces that used the homes of New York and names which line Riverside. Drive the colored people throughout the many have jobs as a concep- tion or knowledge of the bustle and promen of the brothers here in hawaii, City. If you want the very best evidence of race progress, of race loyalty and co-operation, come to this city, whose abattoirs supply a very large percent of the world with meat. There is an air of bustle here among the colored man and women rarely seen, and an evidence of business thrift, unsurpassed anywhere. And withal there are culture and refinement the equal of that found in social famed Washington at all the presumed "hub of the universe." Doctor. Engaged in Thirty six Lines of Business Two hundred thousand dollars have to be by our men and women business enterprises, and $5,500,000 of reality in the possession of the program made by the race in this new Metropolitan of the West. Thirty-two churches here a minister to the spiritual needs of the race; namely one colored school trustees, though a private school building to preserve the educational degrees of the race; and thirty physicians, forty captains, eight lawyers and six clerics, with the ministers and ninety one school teachers for a professional coterie the equal of the same number of whites here or elsewhere. The race is represented—actively represented—in thirty six lines of business in Kansas City, and in every line success is being recorded, and the race unity prevailing assures continuation of this success. In my visit here I have been impressed with the unusual enthusiasm and confidence in their ability to succeed against any odds that possesses and fairly envelops the people here. One reason assigned—and a very potent one, too—for the wonderful progress of the race in business here is that this is the home of the banner local Negro Business League in the country, and that it has for president Fortune J. Wenver, one of the most active, tireless working men I have ever met. In Kansas City he is dubbed "The Live Wire." As indicating the activity of the local league here it is be said that, although heretofore living claim to the largest local membership and activity, since November last seventy-five new members have been added. The Kansas City Sun, under the able management of Editor Nelson C. Crows, constitutes another very helpful promoter to progress here. Even the women here have been affected or molested with business, and quite a number of them are engaged actively in business. Kansas City boasts of two of the best drug stores in the country, the one owned by H. S. Lee and that owned by McCamphield and Horton. She also boasts of one real estate company, the Afro American Investment Company, of which P. J. Weaver is president and director. She claims the most priests in C. A. Barker A. W. Horton and John H. Patterson. He thirty-three years all with a life in the city, and likewise can be said of her dentists; and her attorneys, fully up with the best white attorneys and are recorded the same treatment at the hands of the courts and the bar because of them. high standing as attorneys. Proffessor Bowser Ardent Lover. One of the delightful and interesting characters in Kansas City is Professor J. H. Bowser. Although retired from active participation in the real bustling life of the boulevard city, he is as much interested as ever in the progress of his race. He has the history of the city and the history of the progress of his race here at his tongue's end, and if I can catch him when enjoying a respite from chipping his coupons or adding up his rent roll, I can regale you with reminiscences of the city's development from a Santa Fe trail to a metropolis, and the past the Nero has played in its development. Kansas City's schools are in a very excellent condition and are doing great work under the supervision of a most efficient corps of teachers, and the Western University, first accredited two years under President H.T. Lea'rg, is most fortunate associated in the work of betterment. There are thirty thousand coloured people in the city and their high per- centage of $1900 in the proof offices as to how well they have tried the lesson of getting some- thing the white man wants, which the Ward of Finsgege has so scarcely and effectively reached. Kant- city city is a real concrete exam- ment of the best race progr along the race all lines. that spent a few days of last week the city. Everybody is always good to see him, even though it doe meant more out of our pockets. You just can't get away. He made quite a noticeing talk at the A. M. E. church Monday night. The A. M. E. church Mok Conference was an overwhelming success. Mrs. Link, of Lopeka, spent the week end with her son, Dr. W. W. Caldwell. Miss Orah Carter, of Lawrence, spent Saturday and Sunday with Miss Hattie Ingram. Dr. W. H. Hudson, after practicing here steadily for many years, has decided to take a three month's self and spend the time traveling. He will be wants to see just how loafing feels. He intends to take a trip through Colorado, Wyoming, Montana and Canada. He is alright but this winter would like to throw out a broadside hunt for Mrs. Hudson to go along. Rev. H.W. White has returned from a trip south. Mrs. J. W. Wilson has been on the sick list for the past week, but is now on the mind. Mrs. Julia Kelly is also reported improving. She had a severe attack of pneumonia. Mrs. Joe Harper is very all at this writing. Her many friends hope for her recovery. Mr. and Mrs. Clyde Briggs have nowhere to lay their heads, but never mind, they have traded their home on 10th street for a 20 acre tract of land and have also purchased property on T. street and as soon as they can get possession, they will be comfortably situated in a beautiful modern cottage. Why can't they afford to wander for a few weeks? Res. J. C. C. Owens, Presiding Elder, was in the city Thursday. Mrs. Stawton Waters entertained the Sunflower Art club Monday Mrs. Jerre Taylor is still confined to her bed. Rev. J. W. Wilson and members will begin the erection of a beautiful church in May. Mrs. Wm. Barnes is making a splendid success as a "Poro" hair dresser. Mrs. Marie Edwards visited out of town Sunday. Mrs. Hattie Handy Sundayed in St. Joe with her daughter, Mrs. E. Kerford. Mr. C. S. L. Baker was in the city last week, the guest of Miss Mamie S. Parrott. Mr. Baker has made quite a success with his patent, a heating apparatus. (First published in The Topeka Plain-denier March 6, 1914) In the Probate Court of Shawnee County, Kearns. In the matter of the estate of Frances L. 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 and only to the Probate Court situated at the Court House in the City of Tonka, Shawnee County, Kansas for a full and final settlement of said estate and or an order of the Court finding and adjudging who are the heirs of Frances L. Buckner deceased. ROBERT J. BUCKNER, Administrator W. C. RODINSON, President. P. H. BRADLEY, Cshr. J. E. DUNN, V. Pres. H. E. COOPER, Asst. Cshr. Furniture, Pianos, Victor Talking Machines and Records. Undertakers and Embalmers. 117-119 WEST SILMN 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 cople 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 decline to run accounts with, whether they are white or colored, rich or poor. The J. E. Baker Mercantile Co. Thirty Years in the Milling Business... So we think we know how to m aing the EhSL. The Shell Mill and Eleva SALINA know how to make GOOD FLOUR using the BEST. Manufactured by Shellabar and Elevator Co So we think we know how to make GOOD FLOUR Insist upon using the BEST. Manufactured by The Shellabarger Mill and Elevator Company, "THE ONE PRICE CASH STORE." VAN LEEUW "BETTLR MERCHANDI UP-TO-DATE- High Grade Clothing Furnishings for M "LADIES' SHOES AND Junction City, Kas. LEEUWEN BRO MERCHANDISE FOR LESS MO UP-TO-DATE—HIGH GRADE Trade Clothing, Shoes, H things for Men, Boys, Ch est Shoes AND HOSIERY A SPECI n City, Kas. . W egcr "BETTLR MERCHANDISE FOR LESS MONEY." UP-TO-DATE—HIGH GRADE High Grade Clothing, Shoes, Hats and Furnishings for Men, Boys, Children. "LADIES' SHOES AND HOSIERY A SPECIALTY." Junction City, Kas. · W egcrer, Okla. MISSOURI PACIFIC IRON MOUNTAIN BETWEEN TOPEKA — AND — FORT SCOTT, PITTSBURG, WEB CITY AND JOPLIN Leave Topeka at 9:00 a.m. F. E. NIPPS. Ticket Agent Phone 371. H. T. GEEDER, M. D. PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON. PITTSBURG. KANSAS Office: 1241 E. Third St. Phones: Office 1475; Rt. 1915 Diseases of Women a Specialty- D.W. HAINER, Drugs, Medicines, Paints, Oils, Lotion and Pansy Articles, Fine Perfumery, Books and Stationery, Cigars, Tobacco and Liquors. NYAU'S FAMILY MEDICINES. 603 Commercial St. Phone 326. FMPORIA, KAN FMPORIA, KAN 1935 N. 3d St. WEN BROS., USE FOR LESS MONEY." -HIGH GRADE ing, Shoes, Hats and en, Boys, Children. HOSIERY A SPECIALTY." . Wegerer, Ckla. ECKE'S COMPLETE HOUSE FURNISHERS. 943-945-947 Massachusetts St. FURNITURE, RUGS. LINEOLUMS, SHADEES. HARDWARE—in fact Almost Everything. LAWRENCE. KANSAS. Eat or Sleep? Then... 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 Sale or Trade 100.Acres Farm in Stephens County, Niles Northwest of Hugoton Will trade for Kansas City, Kansas property Owners, (MISS) L. A. WILLIS 1935 N. 3d St. — Kansas City, Ks. Capital Stock.....$50,000.00 Surplus (earned).....75,000.00 Profits (earned).....22,563.58 Circulation .....48,500.00 Deposits .....827,206.64 Total.....$1,019,270.22 We Invite Your Business A. H. DENTON, President. GEO. D. ORMISTO W. H. SMITH, Art Cashier. R. A. BROWN. Ca The New Era Milling Total.....$1,019,270,22 Invite Your Business N. President. GEO. D. ORMISTO Ast. Cashier. R. A. BROWN. C ew Era Milling We Invite Your Business. A. H. DENTON, President. W. H. SMITH, Ast Cashier. GEO. D. ORMISTON, Vice Pres. R. A. BROWN, Cashier. ARKANSAS CITY, KANSAS. Manufacturer: The Celebr Bear THE BEAR family use Dealer give -that is Other exe "NONALI MANUFACTURED BY The New Era Milling Company The New Era Mil The Bank of New Era Milling Com Bank of Comm The Bank of Commerce Of Wellington, Kans. A Good Place to Bank. Capital Sack $50,000 Starts an Account in Our Saving Department. on all Savings REMEMBER-A PENNY SAVING EARNED-START NOW AT BANK OF good place to Bank. to Bank. Capital Sack $50,000,000 account in Our Savings Department. W ings REMEMBER-A PENNY SAVE DID-START NOW AT BANK OF OU to Bank. A Good Place to Bank. Capital Sack $50,000.00 One Dollar Starts an Account in Our Savings Department. We Pay Interest on all Savings REMEMBER—A PENNY SAVED IS A PENNY EARNED—START NOW AT BANK OF COMMERCE, a good place to Bank. E. D. ROSER, Pres. H. T. HARBAUGH, V. Pres. CHAS. P. HANGEN, Cashier G. E. HARBAUGH, Asst. 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Catal Lates S WANTED! FINE CREOLE General Offices: 117 West Sixth Street—H. P. EWING, Manager. Agents: J. P. MAYNARD, 2330 Vine Street, Bell Phone Last 2330. REV. G. T. MOSBY, 2404 Highland Avenue. Free! Free! Free! Catalogue of the Latest Styles of AGENTS WANTED! FINE CREOLE HAIR ```markdown ``` F. O. Box 298. 20 Inch Creole Switches 25c I PAY AT YOUR POSTOFFICE BEAUTIFUL 20 I Send Your Name To: We will send by Parc choice of a black, brown or Box 298. Shreveport treole Switches 25c Each; 24 Inch 50c UR POSTOFFICE $1.00 I IFUL 20 INCH SW e will send by Parcel Post C. O D of a black, brown or dark brown 20 Inch Creole Switches 25c Each; 24 Inch 50c Each. PAY AT YOUR POSTOFFICE $1.00 FOR THIS BEAUTIFUL 20 INCH SWITCH We will send by Parcel Post C. O D., your choice of a black, brown or dark brown switch made of either Creole, Wavy, Crimpy or Straight natural hair, 3 stems, 20 inches long. You pay for switch at your Postoffice, if satisfactory. Send No Money with your letter, just send your FULL, NAME, ADDRESS and lock of hair for matching. Odd shades a little more. This switch sells for $2.00 everywhere and if you do not think you are getting a bargain, return same and get your money. Send for ILLUSTRATED CATALOG of Braids, Switches, Pomps, Posts, Wigs and high grade HAIR CROWERS, POMADES, ETC. JOHNSON'S BRANCH, 973 Tremont St., Roxbury Crossing, Mass. Send Your Name Tu- Day $1,019,270.22 Your Business. GEO. D. ORMISTON, Vice Pres. R. A. BROWN, Cashier. ra Milling Co., N CITY, KANSAS. Manufacturer of "Polar Bear" Flour THE BEST FLOUR for family use. Insist on your Dealer giving you the best that is "POLAR BEAR." Other excellent brands are "NONALL, and X. T. C." Milling Company of Commerce Capital Sack $50,000.00 One Dollar Savings Department. We Pay Interest BER-A PENNY SAVED IS A PENOW AT BANK OF COMMERCE. a H. T. HARBAUGH, V-Pres. G. E. HARBAUGH, Asst. Cashier Unity For Investment For Sale in the Truck Farm Co. CORPORATED.) Srs of Early Garden Vegeta to Plants, Tomato, Pep- age Plants, Potatoes watermelons. Bank, Independence, Kansas. I Bank, Kansas City, Kansas. I. A. Robinson, President. W. R. Carter, Vice President. W. C. Hueston, Treasurer. H. P. Ewing, Secretary. Rohit, 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 2330. 04 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, Etc., in this country. We show a larger variety of styles and sell more Fine Creole Wigs than any other manufacturer in the United States. Write for catalogue. IT IS FREE N AM WILLER. HUMAN HAIR GOODS CO., Shreveport, La. 25c Each; 24 Inch 50c Each. OFFICE $1.00 FOR THIS 0 INCH SWITCH Parcel Post C. O D., your own or dark brown switch made of GARDEN CITY, KANSAS. Rev. G. R. Henderson, of Ebenezer, has been east assisting in revival meetings. He reports splendid success. The Second Baptist church now has a choir, which adds much to the spirituality of service. Miss Pearl Scovell has returned to the city. She is the very picture of health. Her father, the Rev. Nelson Scovell, is engaged in the evangelistic work at Ellsworth. We are having splendid weather now and some have already begun to plant their gardens. The Mexican Civil war has started the soap weed industry among some of the farmers who are preparing to ship it to St. Louis by the car load. The receive the cash for it when they have loaded it on the cars. Mrs. Zara Green has been on the sick list but is convalessing. The W. M. S. met with Mrs. Grace Alston, Mrs. P. C. Brown and Mrs. L. M. Pennington are president and secretary and treasurer respectively, assisted by other members are leaving no stones unturned for God and humanity. The Green Bros. machinery has already arrived and they will soon commence making and putting on the market cement blocks. The whites defeated the colored base ball team recently, but the latter says they will better organize and equip them elves and try it again. Our friend, Mr. Lucas, has a peculiar eye for business and we may not be surprised to see him launch some business enterprise soon. Every member of the family is full of energy and progress and ready to help in any good cause. The Penning sisters are making some repairs on their residence on West Pulton street. Mr. George Johnson is a swift coal man. He is also swift among the ladies. Please see the agent and pay up your subscription or remit to this office. Sunday, March 8, was rally day at the A. M. E. church. Just four weeks previous, the pastor asked the members to raise $100, the following amount was raised by captains: Mrs. Eliza Catter, $12.15; Mrs. Mume Taylor, $10.70; Mrs. Hamet Robbins, $12.33; Mrs. Laura Logan, $17.50; Mrs. Will West, $6.00; P. B. Andrews, $10.50; W. W. Kellan, $10; G. H. Drumgould, $400; Frank West, $20.00; Mrs. Celia Brown, $45.85; A total of $152.92. The new seats have arrived and were installed in St. James A. M. E. church last week. Presiding Elder Payne is in the city to ho'd his Second Quarterly meeting and is helping Rev. Everett in a revival. Mrs. G. H. Drumgould is on the slik list. Mr. and Mrs. Wilbur Nichols and little son, Sawyer, spent Sunday with friends and relatives. Mrs. Ben Thompson is reported sick yet. Rev. G. W. Perkins visited Io'a last week. Mrs. Delbert Sawyer entertained the Western Missionary Society this week. The next meeting will be at the residence of Mrs. E. A. Mitchell, 911 North 5th street. Everybody is busy plowing and planting potatoes these warm days. Mrs I. Perkins and son, Bobby, of Chicago, are visiting Mrs. Chas, Brown. Father Evans has improved from his recent spell of sickness and was able to attend church Sunday. Mr. Evans is the oldest man of our race in this city and probably in the country, being very near the century mark. Mr. Julius Lowry, of Peckan Okla, spent a few days visiting in the city. Mrs. Hattie Davies, of Leavenworth, Kansas, who has been visiting her grand mother, Mrs. Porter, returned home. The girls of the Manual training department of the High school are making dresses this week. Those of our race in the sewing department are: Misses Ruth Roberts and Georgia Drumgould, while the culinary department has more young girls in that class, those being: Misses Elsie Kemp, Iviah Sawyer, Birdie Tarpley, Helen West and Helen Logan. All these are advancing in their work. Please see the agent and pay up your subscription or remit to this office. PAOLA, KANSAS. Oral Williams was confined to his room last week, owing to a serious burn on his foot, received at the Radiator foundry. Mrs. K. P. Bond entertained the Daisy Art Embrothery Club March 7, at her residence on South Oak St A feature of this meeting was a drawing contest of a heart. Miss Daisy Peak was pronounced champion and received a toilet article. A two course luncheon was served and Mrs. Bond was pronounced an agreeable hostess. Mack Dillard accompanied Mr. and Mrs. Don Campbell home to Oklahoma City last week, for an indefinite stay. The Woman's Mite Missionary Society met the home of Mrs. G W. Lowry, on East Frankishow St. March J2. Mrs. Lowry presented each member and visiting guest with a tiny green flag, bearing the inscription of "Eatin Go Braach." Mrs. Jeter English and Mrs. Mollie Emmons were visiting guests. Danny shamrock shaped sandwhiches with the other luncheon. This was among the most successful meetings of the Society and Mrs. Lowry was proclaimed an agreeable hostess. Jose Ellison, who has been at home sick for several months, was able to resume his work and left for Kansas City last week. Jose is an industrious Christian gentleman and we wish him success. Miss Annis Cooper entertained the Daisy Art Embroidery Club, March 14, at her residence on West Kaskaskal street. Miss Blanche Brady was guest of honor and Miss Zola Lowry, teacher at Holiday, was in attendance. A delicate lunchroom was served and Miss Cooper proved to be a very pleasant hostess. Prof. G. W. Lowry received a telegram announcing the death of his brother, John A. Lowry at Clinton, Mo. and left for that place Sunday night, March 8. John Armstead Lowry was born in Virginia Dec. 25, 1845, and died March 8, 1914, age 98 years, 2 months and 13 days. Mr. Lowry was a pioneer citizen of Clinton, having lived there nearly fifty years. He was a property owner, tax payer, a member of the Methodist church and an upright citizen, respected by white and colored people. His wife died about four years ago and after an illness lasting four months, his spirit left its place to be with his present. He is buried at G. W. Lowry. The greatest surprise came to our city when it was announced that Miss Edith McPherson, who graduated from the P. H. S. last spring and was teaching school in Missouri, was married there a few days ago. Miss McPherson is an intelligent and a honorable young lady and her friends wish her much success. Please see the agent and pay up your subscription or remit to this office. BROTHERHOOD OF MAN. All men are born free and equal. With rights that are common to all; All men under God are brothers. Need not the ho tile call. Since all men came from Adam, And from his errie Eve; Should we the offsprings of one blood Cause strife and seek to leave. Thy brother, though less fortunate, Has elements sublime; Which should be the only standard, Of man in every clime. Yes, all men came from Adam. And from his sib his mate; ; Children then of one family. Seek not to segregate. All men came from Adam. And he likewise from dust; Which came by God's creation, Who dealeth wise and just. He's not a respector of person, He died for the profligate Wants unity in Christendom, Then why we segregate? Wants unity of purpose, And that to honor Him; And love thy brother as thyself, Do this, He'll not condemn. Take off the sheepish gash that lude Your wolvish nature true. Put on the robe of righteousness. And you will be anew. That culture brain and moral strength Are lights that do not shine. More brightly in the favored race. Than in this race of mine. Behold thy brother as he stands. Though with a darkened hue; Is he not worthy of thy love. Is he less man than you? Since pure thoughts gives pure motives. And a man by his motive is known; fleeate, be careful, my brother, A slight betrayal is shown. "An man thinketh," says one, "No is he," right or wrong it stands; Then join us in the movement, This brotherhood of man. Bv J. I. Morton, the blind poet, 414 North Second street, St. Joseph, Mo. Please see the agent or remit to thin office. W. H. STALONS..... Furniture, Carpets, Mattings, Stoves, Pictures, Etc. special Furniture ..Sale.. YOUR CREDIT IS GOOD HERE. AVENUE. ABILENE, KANSAS. Mr. James Collins has returned home visiting friends and relatives, after being away in the Dakotas for several years. The people of Abilene are glad to shake hands with him. Mrs. L. McAdoo, of Cathondale, is here on business. Rev. W. Warden stopped over with his parents Monday. Mrs. M. Gibson returned from Sahua Saturday. Mrs. Bertha Gaston is on the sick list. The Sunflower Art Club was organized a few days ago, by Mrs. Samuel Summons, of our city, who is now president. It was highly entertained by Mrs. Cora Evans on the 11th. Each member responded with a quotation from Dunbat, Longfellow, Shakespeare, Edwin Markham, Whittier and many others to numerous to mention. Many solos and lectures were tendered. Following this many interesting topics were discuss- favored us with many songs and music before departing. All had a delightful evening. The members are Mrs. Samuel Simmons, Mrs. Maddie Newton, Mts. Mille Dickson, Mrs. Cora Evans, Mrs. Reed, Mrs. Minus, Mrs. Lulu Taylor, Mts. Andrew Johnson, A DRUG .. AT YOU Phone or Mail A wire from our store to you that you practically have a Phone your order and if you a delivered promptly by message you will Reree Goods by next mail you want prints, resin 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 actically have a drug store right order and if you are in the city, th emptily by messenger. If you live on Goods by Parcel you want drug, of quality a phone, our store, and o W. CARLIN HOLESALE AND RETAIL DRUG 16. Salina berger ger GEM ry and Meat 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 Rent-Seeds by Parcel Post he most mail you want drugs, of quality at common drug prices, resists phone, our store, and our quick, free delivery. 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. CA Midland Me All Kinds of Meat a H. CAMPBEL ndMeat M s of Meat at the Best New L. LEAVEN All Kinds of Meat at the Best Prices. Phone: Old 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 Merchants at collabel, prices. Courteous treatment to everyone. —Satisfaction or Your Money Back.— --- Fritz J. Leuenberger T. F. 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 New and Second Hand Goods and trade new for old. Call in and Figure with us. Mrs. Bertha Gaston, Mrs. Raiser, Mrs. Florence Brigham. ST. JOSEPH, MISSOURI. Mr. Robert Swinney, Sr., and his bride, of Pittsburgh, Mo., are expected in the city soon, to visit friends. Mrs. Launtemestin Ford, of Kansas City, has arrived in the city to visit her parents, Mr. and Mrs. A. G. Carpenter. Mr. and Mrs. Eaves Allen and daughter h178 returned from California, when they spent the winter. ed from Kansas City, where she spent the past four months and has as her house guest, Miss Nettie B. Allen, who returned from Oakland, California, Sunday. Miss Harry Walker entertained the Jewel Att Club last Wednesday and several new members were added to the club. Miss Nettie Adams is quite ill at this writing. Miss Mattie Shueyes is visiting friends in Kansas City. Mr. N. W. Hicklin spent a few days in Kansas City last week and while there, attended the lecture by Dr. Booker F. Washington. Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Nolan have returned to our city, after an absence of several years, in Kansas City. Miss Emma Swinney of Liberty, Ms. spent last Saturday here, as the guest of Mrs. Beatrice Surney, on Jones street. Drug Store OUR DOOR .. Mail 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 manger. If you live on a rural route. Dds by Parcel Post not drug, of quality at common drug shop, our store, and our quick, free CARLIN, AND RETAIL DRUGGIST. Salina, Kansas EM Meat Market and Best Place City 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 Lagos county, Kansas. PRICES FROM $10 00 $20 per sale, easy terms, good soil, best climate. If you mean business write S. E. CAREY. attorney at law Pusserll Springs Kansas PHONE 1724. H. E. Leuenberger H. L. Klopfer. PHONE 340 Entered at the Postoffice at Topeka as Second Class Mail Matter. We are watching and waiting the outcome of the five culprits who outraged a trained nurse at 1224 Grand Ave, Kansas City, Mo, a few days ago. It is high time that that class of white people who are always behitting the Negro and accusing him of all crimes to become interested in what is taking place in their own race. We think as time rolls on, it will be clearly demonstrated to the Negro hater that crime committed by anyone, whether white or black, is just as humous and should be prosecuted to the full extent of the law. It has only been a short time since two colored men were hanged in Kansas City. Mo. for far less brutal crime and the one just committed by these six white men will go down as the most brutal, humous outrage in the annals of crime. Now the fair-minded white man who wants to build up the race should take charge of this low class of white men, make them respect the law and deal out justice to all alike. Every since the Died Scott decision, the courts of this country are following out and continuing to hold that the Negro has no right that a white man is bound to respect and the decision handed down from the U. S. Supreme Court of Appeals and Distinct Courts on down have followed in the lines of this infamous Died Scott decision, thereby attaching the progress of a race that has been more abused than any other since the death of Christ on the Cross. They have been driven from their homes, outraged, burned, segregated and not allowed to work, only when white man could not be obtained at starvation wages. And still the white men expect the Negro to be as honest, upright, both morally and physically, as himself, when he has all the opportunity and the Negro none. How can this be, when all of these outrages are heaped upon him by that low class of white man who see no good in the Negro and very little in the better class of white people. Deal out justice to all alike. As soon as the white press will give the colored man fan treatment in portraying crimes to an inflamed and diseased public mind, who is always waiting to hew of similar crimes, so they can cry, Burn! Lynch! Drive them out of the community, the innocent as well as the guilty. When they cease to exeute such outrages, there will be less crimes as this one in their own race. COUNCIL GROVE, KANSAS. The young people of the A. M. R. church have organized a club known as the Willing Workers. The object of the club is to assist the trustees and steward Boards of the church. The following officers were elected: President, Miss Fannie McCary; vice president, Cussey Taylor; secretary, Mr. Louis Taylor; assistant secretary, Mr. Lorenzo Walker; treasurer, Mr. Lonnie Woods. Committee on by-laws are: Mr. Lorenze Walker, Jetta Woods, Lalie Rice, Veilly Kibble. Saturday, March 7, at the home of Mrs. Sarah Fisher, Miss Ara Hawkins and Mr. Frank Means were entertained at dinner, complimentary to their birthday anniversary. The table was properly decorated with out-glass and hand-painted china. The center piece being a large birthday cake, surrounded by candles, the number being the sum of the ages of the two honored guests. A five course dinner was served. Those present were: Mr. Means, Mrs. Hawkins, Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Hoeker, Mrs. Sarah Fisher and Mr. Mike Hoeker. Mr. and Mrs. Charmine Hooker spent a few days in Emporia last week, the guests of Mr. Martin Hooker and family. Mr. Edward Barber and a friend Green Mills, are on the sick last this week. Mr. Jesse Sullivan will attend and Sandy in Emporia. Mr. William Lumsden will come in Dunlap. Will give a social at the church. Mr. William Campbell spent a few days last week in Ottawa. Sunday, March 2, 1945 *Go to church class" in Council Room the *master* at the M. M. E. church were ning for Temporal success in the work of the church," was enjoyed by all. ATCHISON, KANSAS. Mrs. Van Porter entertained a tea party at her residence at 832 Mound street, from 2 to 5 o'clock p. m., Friday, March 6, for the benefit of the Ehenezer Baptist church. There were about fifty ladies from all over the city, who attended the party. The party was very, very pretty, and every one who attended, enjoyed themselves nicely. Mrs. Wm Waters presided at the piano, also Mrs. Prof Gray, while the guest ate their ice cream. A wholesome lunchcon was served. Mrs. Wm. Porter, president; Mrs. Clery Hickman, vice president; Mrs. Charles Porter, secretary; Mrs. John Kelly, treasurer. Mrs. Wm. Porter wishes to thank her many members and friends for their kindness in supporting her in her tea party. The persons that are on the sick list are as follows: Mrs. Jerry Taylor, Mrs. Calvin Cooper, Mrs. Julius Kelly, Mrs. Jos, Harper, Mrs. Rev, J. W. Wilson, Rev. Thomas Morton, Mr. Jameson, Mr. and Mrs. Washington, Mrs. Bertha Strauter Ewing, Mrs. Emily Taylor and Mr. Elijah Fisher and Mrs. Cannie Pitts. Mr. John Holbert and family and Mr. Frank Holbert and family and Mr. Jesse Holbert, were called to Ottawa, to take the last of their mother, who had been in poor health for some time, who departed this life Wednesday March 11, about 9:00 o'clock p.m. Mr. Frank Holbert and family will move to Ottawa to live with his father who is left alone. Mrs. Kate Poster returned home Thursday, March 5, from Colorado Springs. Colo., where she has been visiting with her sister, Mrs. Ada Mason and niece, Mrs. Jaha Mack. The Union revival closed March 8, at the Zion Baptist church. We feel that the great work has been accomplished. The baptizing will take place the third Sunday in April. There will be a union baptizing. Miss Josephine Ayers is so delighted with Atchison and the people that live here, that she will come back and make her home with her aunt and uncle, Mr. and Mrs. Moses Vinneter. Mrs. Julia Kelly and Mrs. Muggie Washington are improving at this writing. If you want to read the news, pay for the paper. Please don't disappoint Mrs. Long when she calls at your home. Please be ready. There was a certain manager of a certain newspaper in a certain town looking after his business. He was just as busy as a bee. He went into houses by knocking at the door just at supper time. A subscriber was filling her lamp with oil and he made her so nervous she put too much oil in her lamp, the lamp was so full that it run all on the table where she had it sitting to fill it and this manager was just like a flue, the subscriber said he was upon the table and stove and on the floor and told her she ought to send in some news about her daughter, who was teaching in a certain state, when there has been two or three items in about it since she has been teaching school. This certain manager was very nice in talk, did not make the subscriber mad, but excited her so that she found herself paying him the bill she owed him. The Sunflower Art Club met Monday, March 16, at the residence of Mrs. Stanton Waters, at the corner of Division and 12th street. The ladies did not sew, but they had quite an entertaining program. The meeting was greatly enjoyed. HAIR—HAIR—HAIR EAST INDIA HAIR MAGIC TAIYLAH The only Hair Oil made in India, and imported to the United States. Guaranteed to promote the growth of the Hair and the functions of the "Sebaceous" glands. Cures dandruff and prevents the hair from falling out. Posses softening and straightening qualities. PRICE $1 00 PER BOTTLE. Mail Orders Promotly Filled. All charges prepaid. Address THE EAST INDIAN HAIR MAGIC AGENCY, 2728 Ogden St. DENVER COL. ANNOUNCEMENT. KINGFISHER SEPARATE NORMAL. The seventh annual session of the KINGSHIP NORMAL INSULATION (general) will be held in the city of Long Beach, Oklahomia at a normal period beginning from 1 P.M. Small work for the public is added by the late Mr. J. H. T. Moore, a trustee of Institution was appointed local board of trustees to be in charge in the act of nomination particular address. MRS. SARAH LISION, County pointmaster, Knoxville, Oklahomia, or T. HALL Pendleton, Hanness, Oklahomia. 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 Every Time. 100 CENTS WORTH OF SHOE 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 Gents' Clothing Cleaned and Pressed Equal to Now 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 3892. TOPEK A. 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 Eyes— 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 590. TOPEKA, KANSAS D. H. Forbes Hardware, Stoves and Furnaces Tin Work 616 KANSAS AVENUE, TOPLKA, KANSAS If the Best Little Story What They all Say About THE NEW The Gerstley Crawford SHOE Co. HOME OF GOOD SHOES 105 Main Ave Grant, The'Cleaner. The Man That will Dye For You Phone 3197. 921 KANSAS AVE. POPEKA. 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 131-111 Kansas Avenue. TOPEKA. KANSAS ALEX T. Gibler, Ph. G., Prescription Druggist The most reasonable and reliab l drug store in the city. Corner Fourth and Kansas Ave. Opposite Throop Hotel. Free delivery to all parts of the city. Phone 3427 W. Ralph R. Peterson, The Gift Shop. 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, 108½-110 W. Fifth St. Brunt Drug Co. The Busy Drug Store Prescriptions at Reasonable Prices. Pure Drugs FIFTH AND KANSAS AVENUE. ...THE... German-American STATE BANK Third & Kansas Ave. more in Topeka. That's but 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. Yours for Good Treatment and Business. 1405 KANSAS AVENUE. W. N. PARKER 1401 KANSAS AVE Fresh and Cured Meats, Groceries and Notions. Our Stock is Clean, Complete and Wholesome. The S. J. Hallowell Cleaning Co., Will still Clean your suit for ONE DOLLAR—that means Ladies and Gentlemen's. Call 950—Work MUST be satisfactory or no charges will be made. For Quality and Service. Go To.... The Ideal Bakery Phone 190 121 WEST SIXTH STREET DRUGS DEPOT PHARMACY Opposite Santa Fe Depot Phone 1942, formerly Mar- tin's Pharmacy. A complete.... line of DRUGS AND DRUGGISTS SUNDRIES Express Money Orders Issued Do You Live to Eat or Eat to Live? The food is worth eating and makes life worth living if bought at The Big Get-Your-noney's-Worth GROCERY. 500-502 EAST FOURTH STREET Phone 1696. SHAW BROS. GROCERY 223 East Tenth Street—Corner Tenth and Monroe Streets. WE CARRY A COMPLETE LINE OF GROCERIES AND FRESH MEATS. . . . Your Patronage is WELCOME at all times. Work Called for and Delivered. All Work Guaranteed National Cleaning Company H. C. SCHULZ, Proprietor. All work done by Experienced workmen—Ladies and Gentle Clothing Cleaned Like New—Suits Cleaned and Pressed $1.00. 814½ N. Kansas Ave Phone 3820 N. Topeka, Kan. A.T. Waggoner, DRUGGIST Store Long Established and Reputation for Accuracy Exceeded by None. Your trade solicited. Candy Specialty Shop 1200 Kansas Ave. H. P. LINNIS Proprietor. —FRUITS, CANDIES, TOBACCO— AND SOFT DRINKS We we offer our patrons also will give you 100 Vamos. A trial will prove our statement. Try our new Electric Peanut Roaster. 819 Kansas Ave. Flowers Cut Fresh Every Day From Our Own Green House. Orders filled promptly and satisfactorily. Phone 377 R. TOPEKA, KAS. 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—Go out the same way. Phone 1019. Topcka, Kansas. 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. ADDITIONAL LOCALS. Dinner at the Beck Home. Mr. Garfield Grant as guest of honor at a dinner by Mr. Earl Beck at his home, 1504 Tyler street. Those present were: Misses Lutie Hawkins, Zephur Turner, Jennie Grant, Victoria Saunders, Bessie Bennett, Mr. Charles Brown, W. W. Buckner, W. W. Buckner, jr., Earl Beck, Garfield Grant, the Rev. J. M. Browr. The dinner was a four coursed affair prepared and arranged by Miss Madeline Beck, who though a graduate of the State Normal, proved also to be skilled in that rare art of science. The dinner was carefully served by little Miss Helen Beck. After dinner the evening was spent very pleasantly with music and short talks by Rev. J. M. Brown, Mr. W. W. Buckner and Miss Lutie Hawkins, encouraging the guest of honor in his new work, as a young minister of the gospel. The closing remarks were made by Mr. Grant, who expressed himself as having been most rarely and encouragingly entertained. CARBONDALE. KANSAS. Mr. S. A. E. Moore of Carbordale, Kansas, who is engaged in the real estate business, is one of the shrewdest men engaged in that business in the state. He is a progressive business man and the race should be proud of him. He has sold several thousand dollars worth of real estate in the last few days that has netted him over $800.00 commission. When he takes hold of a piece of land for sale or trade, he does not stop until something happens. KANSAS CITY, MO. Our friend James Cowdan, has one of the best barber shops in Kansas City, Mo., located at 1617 E. 12th street. He has a fine business and everything first class and makes his customers feel at home. BARBERSHOP FOR SALE. I offer for sale my barbershop—three chair combination—3 Bath rooms proclean tubs, Cigar case and stand. Laundry branch. Space for pool tables, etc. My business is well established having been in name block fourteen years. My reason for selling is on account of my health, must go to a warmer climate. I offer entire fixtures at a Bargain. Address or call in person J. B. Lester, 557 Grand Ave., Kansas City, Mo. MRS. LUCILE SMITH'S FASHIONABLE ROOMING HOUSE Neatly Furnished Rooms Clean Beds 1027 KANAS AVENUE Mrs. Lucile Smith has just opened up a first-class Rooming House at 1027 Kansas Avenue. The building has been newly papered and furnished from top to bottom. She desites the patronage of the public. Please see the subscribers and collect their subscriptions. We hold a 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 news of that vicinity. Please see the agent and pay up your subscription or result to this office. --- If you feel bad, try Nyall's family remedies. The Ne Plus Ultra Club will meet March 20 with Miss. John Wright. Miss Eva. Frye, of Lawrence, spent the week with Miss. Jennett Jackson, on College Ave. 1 Miss Amanda Smith of Atchison, Kansas was visiting in the city a few days, the guest of Miss Rosa Vann. Messrs. Charles Scott and Albert Connell Sundayed in Kansas City with Alends, returning Monday, all smiles. --- We are in receipt of a letter from Mrs. J. H. Hayden, stating the death of her mother in law, at her home in Horn essey, Okkln. --- Miss. Amanda Alexander served a very palatable three course dinner at her cozy little home on N. Tyler St., in honor of Miss Amanda Smith of Atchison, Kansas. 0 We are glad to note that Mr. Walter Bryant is able to be at his post of duty on the Topeka police force. Mr. Bryant had quite a siege of pneumonia. 0 Mrs. Eisen Clark has returned from Kartar City, where she spent the past fifteen days studying the spring flowers in millinery. Mrs. Clark is "wise" to all the latest creations in up-to-date headgear, and has some stunning fashions that will be on exhibit at her opening. 0 Mrs. Jeanette Owens departed this life in St. Louis, Feb. 24, at the home of her cousin, Mrs. Barbara Mosbie. Her body was brought here and the funeral was preached at the Second Baptist church, of which she was a member. She wrote Rev. Henry and told him just how to preach her funeral, and to meet her in Heaven. She was buried beside her husband, Ellis Owens, who died four months ago. Peace to her ashes. 0 The Rose of Shannon Art club met at the residence of Mrs. Smiley, 1407 Jackson street one afternoon last week. The club was called to order by the president, Mrs. H. Austin. After the regular transaction of business, the president had a reading, after which dalaty three course luncheon was served. There were four visitors present. The club adjourned to meet with Mrs. Brown at her home on Taylor street.—Mrs. H. Austin, president; Miss Sonora Weddington, reporter. --- One of the greatest events of the season among the High school and college circles, was a surprise party given in honor of Mr. Percy Smith. Miss Alice Smith and Miss Ruth Barber were hostesses. The affair was the nineteenth birthday anniversary. On the dining room table was placed a snow white cake, which was afterwards used for souvenirs, and nineteen tiny candles encircled it. Over three dozen guests partook of the merriment and at a late hour, departed, declaring that words were inadequate to express their enjoyment. 0 The Shamrock Art Club met Tuesday, March 3 at the beautiful residence of Mrs. Burns, 1733 Western Ave. The club was called to order by the president and opened with prayer by the Chaplain. Miss Era Vance wrote a beautiful and very interesting paper on "A Heritage" and she not being present, it was pre- sented to the club and read by the vice president, Mrs. G. W. Jackson. Guest for the afternoon were Mrs. John Spalding, Mrs. Dan Mallory and Mrs. Lemon Clark and each made a very interesting talk. A three course luncheon was served, after which the club adjourned to meet at Mrs Brown's home at 511 West 7th Street. --- Miss Lucile Slaughter celebrated her eighth birthday anniversary with a very pleasant and unique party given at her home, 1400 Quincy St. Saturday, March 7. The afternoon was spent in games and music and the rooms were decorated in pink and white and the color scheme was carried throughout the afternoon. The party consisted of fifteen of little Miss Slaughter's closest friends, as follows: Miss Thelon Ashworth Felicity Burno k. Ethel Mine Bouchie, Charlotte Sawyer, Louisa Price, Little Hale Bouchie Slaughter, Helen Bouchie and Master John Bouchie, John Horton Bouchie, John Paulshaw Bouchie, Donald Bouchie, Charles Jothk. The party was decorated by Miss Concate Hale and Miss Vioh Scott. Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Herbert are rejoicing over the arrival of a son, bon Feb. 26. They reside at 1317 Monroe street. Mrs. Florence Peacher, of Kansas City, Mo., is spending a few days visiting in the city with her mother, Mrs. L. Wallace and friends. NOTICE "The Old Dairy Homestead" is coming and will make its appearance in Topeka in the near future. It is a dating detective play, full of life. Watch for the date at the Second Baptist Church, Rev. Henry, pastor. NOTICE! A thrilling detective drama will make its appearance in the near future at the Second Baptist church. It is also followed by instrumental. Watch for the date. Rev. Henry, pastor. Iango Sue—A novel comedy sketch was presented to three packed houses at the Apex theatre Tuesday night. The Silver Leaf Quartette renerved some very pleasing, mirthful melodies. Birdwhistle, as Tango Sue, and Oscar Burch as Slim, left the audience in a continuous uproar. The boys have formed a stock company and have several engagements under the title of "The Royal Entertainer." --- Miss Rosa Vann celebrated her twenty-seventh birthday anniversary, on March 9, at the residence of Mrs. Laura Woods, 514 Morris Ave. A very delightful time was spent during the evening in conversations. Music was furnished by Mrs. James Moore. A duet by Mr. and Mrs. L. Woods. The guest present were sixteen in number. Out of town guest were Miss Amanda Smith of Michison, Rev. Dan Jones of Atchison. A dainty two course luncheon was served, after which the birthday cake mounted with twenty-seven lighted candles was set before the guest. Miss Goldie Napue presided at the punch bowl. Miss Verna was assisted by Mrs. L. Moore and Mrs. James Moore. --- A patent has been issued from Washington, D. C. to Robert Lewis on an automatic lantern, specially designed for use by mini-roads, although it can be used for the various purposes for which lanterns are ordinarily used. The automatic works can be used on autos, bicycles and safety lanterns in mines, signal lights on mini-roads and it can also be lighted in powder plants if necessary without danger. These works do not disfigure the lantern in the least, or make it any heavier, and it makes no difference how hard the wind blows or how it rains, this lantern can be lighted. It carries a magazine containing matches and burns any kind of oil. It can be lighted two ways and by using the automatic works you can trim the wick, put it out, or light it without removing the globe. -0- Church Notes. SAINT JOHN A. M. E. CHURCH. (By Church Staff.) Saint John Suday school responded to the welcome of spring sunshine by a very large attendance. The lesson subject was, "The Lawful Uses of the Sabbath." Mr Clarence Pierson, of Lawrence gave a short talk. Saint John church service opened at 11 a.m. and one hundred and fifty members voted in favor of the National Prohibition Amendment. Rev. Brown delivered a very interesting sermon on "Spiritual Transformation," Romans 12:2. The latter part of the services were given over to Captains Blackwell and Barker of the Ninth and Tenth Cavalry, respectively in which they outlined the financial campaign for what promises to be Saint John's greatest rally. The whole congregation then joined in singing, "Blessed Be the Tie That Binds." Mrs. Hester Hardeman lead the Allen Christian Endeavor League, which opened at 6:30 p. m. The League also enjoyed a talk by Mr. Clarence Pierson, president of the A. C. E. L. at Lawrence, and he brought many words of encouragement and the kind greetings from the Lawrence League. The evening services were very interesting. The sermon was delivered by Rev. Garfield Grant, who goes to take charge of the Manhattan-Wamego circuit. Special music was rendered by the choir. The Junior Stewardess Board met at Mrs. Callie Pace's on Woodward avenue on Wednesday. The Sewing Circle met with Miss Ilanche Logan Wednesday afternoon. Mrs. Alice Bird, Mrs. G. W. Guy and Mrs. Alexander are listed with the sick. Mr. Earl W. Beck entertained a few friends at his home 1504 Tyler on Tuesday evening complimentary to Rev. Gurfield Grant, and was appreciably surprised by the Les Comescants. --- March 20, the fifth Sunday, will be the closing services for the Conference year. There will be three services, one at 11 a. m.; 3 p. m. and 8 p. m. The pastor will preach his annual sermon at 11 a. m. At 3, p. m., the Annual Union service will be held. The following are some of those who will appear on the program: Rev. H. DeMoss, T. T. Ward, Ross of Brown Chapel who will deliver the sermon, J. M. Brown and H. H. Dent. Some of their congregations will be present. At 8 p.m. will be the climaxing program. Prominent laymen and ministers will appear upon this program. The different departments of the whole church will be represented. The pastor will also deliver his annual address and read his annual report. Mrs. Alice Smith entertained the Steward Board last Tuesday evening and Mrs. N. Mitchell entertained them Thursday evening. Mrs. Della Smith has again won the class banner. Miss Melba Parker left for Kansas City, Mo., a few days ago. She made many friends during her short stay in North Topeka. Mrs. L. Chambers, leader of class number 3, who has been indisposed for several weeks, is up again and was at Leaders and Stewards meeting Monday night and represented hr class. The organist, Mrs. Williams, furnished good music Sunday. Mrs. Josie Taylor is the successful leader of the Junior League. Government Paid This Large Sum to the Grand Mother of Mrs. H. R. Ole of Topeka. Fifty years ago the husband of Mrs. Nancy Smith, now living at 1404 Pennsylvania street Lawrence Kansas was killed in the Civil war soon after his enlistment in the Union army. Efforts to collect a pension for the widow have always failed and she was forced to care invaluable for her former life by work. He recently under President Wilson administrated the claims of M Smith were being paid and public time allowed. A letter to the government made the announcement of $7200 with interest, right to the amount $11604. This money for back pension at the rate of $12 --- per month for fifty years—the time that has elapsed since the husband's death. Mrs. Smith has spent most of her widowhood in Lawrence. A simple knowledge of family medicines have enabled her to make a living at nursing. She owns her own home besides some rental property in the city so that in later years the pension which the government owed her has not been greatly missed. Her children are all living are married and have families of their own. Mrs. O'being one of a number of grandchildren. Miss Helma Chiles has been slightly misdisposed this week. "Little" Franklin Bates is making great preparations to chapetone a party of his little boy friends to Kansas City Easter. They all work on The Plumdealer, home Franklin will exercise great care in looking into their safety in what The leaves worth lives calls the nuttest city on the comment." - 11 Mr. and Mrs. About Pinkston, on Hancock street, are the happy parents of a bouncing baby boy, and "Grandpa" K. K. Pinkston's child has enlarged six inches. When one comes to think of it, Toppha is full of Pinkstons—all offsprings of that old block, K. K. Pinkston. Well, we would hate to enter the race for office fifteen years home without first consulting Kink. -0 Mr. W. I. Majors, a Springfield Mo. boy, has opened a last minute college at 1116 W. Belle Place, N Louis Mo. Mr. Majors is a young man of late ability and has made a thorough study of the hair business. It would pay you to avail yourself of the opportunity to learn this trade, especially the young ladies, and secure a scholarship from Mrs. Majors, his wife and Miss Lerona Jackson, are skilled artists in the business and assist Mr. Majors in the college. - (1) Mrs. Marian Adams will yesterday for her sermy where he will spend a few days with relatives and friends from departing for California, where she will join her niece and granddaughter. Miss Jessie Payne and Miss Georgia Morrison. Mrs. Adams praises business women having been engaged in business in Topka since the early days, and it will be like Topka not to have her name on the list of can be mess people. She is a splendid woman and her many friends among both white and black citizens wish her unbounded success. 0 We note with pleasure that our old time friend a d construct, Jos P. Ba editor of the La Apple California Eagle has recently taken unto himself a help-meet. The name of his bride has been misplaced in our rush and we are sorry that same cannot be located. However, Joe is one of the best old boys the country ever produced, and from what information we have been able to glean from this great distance, his bride is one of California's best a woman of beauty, culture and refinement, and with these high attainments, and Joe's pleasant disposition and great hustling ability, their future will be bright and happy. Mr. Bass has a host of warm, personal friends in this his home city among both races who join with The Topeka Plain-dealer and the entire staff in wilh him luck. Notes of Interest Gathered in the Hounds of the Plaindealer Man. ST. JOSEPH, MO. Dr. J. R. A. Crossland is doing nicely and we expect the wedding bells to ring around St. Joseph soon, proclaiming his name and a popular young school teacher. The Plaindealer owns a announcement. Dr. Crossland has a fine practice and is a progressive doctor and the citizens of St. Joseph should be proud of him. 0 Mrs. H. H. Walker and her paper, "The Appeal," is waking things up in St. Joseph. It is a new paper and Mrs. Walker is a forceful writer and has an excellent literary talent. St. Joseph is in need of such a paper and the people should be proud of Mrs. Walker and people to her. of the continent a colony and this section of the countries. On any of them will be found the SANTA FE standard of unimpassed service. You'll enjoy the scent 1, and comfort afforded by block signals, a dustless roadbed, luxurious cars, smooth track, big powerful engines and courteous employees who have the safety habit. T. L. KING, City Passenger Agent, Topeka The Palace Ha The Palace Hair Parlor YOUR DAUGHTER'S HAIR! Saint unhealthy hair will spoil the appearance of any child, no matter how beautiful its face. On the other hand, a healthy, luxurious growth will more than offset any grim, ty of feature. PERPETUATE ITS HEALTH! Nature starts most children right. The continuance of this condition is the Mother's Plan Duty. Proper care of children's heads prevents dangerous and unsightly diseases. It insures a plentiful growth of healthy hair. The Palace Ha 872 KANSAS AVE. AGENTS WANTED to sell our耕 The Palace Hair Parlor, * AGENTS WANTED to sell our leads. Call or write us. fortunate to amuse the people at a much confederate great to be a people of wide experience were attended the Confederate We know of a city where a good post office physician can make money and any physician with a little money meaning for a good location will be to communicate with this and we will give full partnership --- Sthiafe a large amount of valuable real estate and is worth about $75,000. He was born in Galloway county, about 40 years ago, and has lived in St. Joseph about 9 years. He resides at Lake Contiary and is manager of the resort at that place, one of the most in the country and is patronized by the wealthiest and best citizens of Missouri. He owes 17 l. farm of 117 acres, which produces over 180 tons of alfalfa, which has acres at this place of the most valuable land in Missouri. He has taken the premium for three years and which he sells at $1450 per car. He has five thorough bred horses on this farm, besides owning several pieces of city property, and houses in St. Joseph. He is a progressive industrious man and always on the go. He is honest, upright and dignified and has a host of friends, and is a Mason. He has a wife and one daughter Mrs. Myrtle Hughes Smith who was married about a year ago. She is a graduate of Western University. He had a promising son who died at the age of 19. He enjoys the company of a devoted wife, an estimable lady that spares no pain to make their home a pleasant one. Mr. Hughes owns a two story brick building in South St. Joe and four resident houses. We wish we and a thousand men like him in Missouri and Kansas, and we could start banks and any other business house and succeed. We wish him continued success. --- The citizens of South St. Joseph are proud of their physician, Dr. Fenton M. Goodwin. He is a graduate of Meharry, in the class of 1911. He was born in Carroiton, Mo., and is a good physician and surgeon, has the confidence of the people and is making good. He has a large practice among both white and colored Rev. N. C. Buren, pastor of the A. M. E. church of St. Joseph, is doing nicely and has just closed a revival meeting, assisted by Rev. D. I. Williams the blind evangelist of Arkansas. Rev. Bluen is a great worker and is doing much in building up St. Joseph. ATKISON. Dr. Caldwell is doing nicely in Atchison and enjoys a fine practice. Dr. W. H. Hudson, who lives just recovered from a spell of sickness, out again attending to his patients He is contemplatory taking a little trim for recuperation in a few days. Mrs. Katie Handy, of Atchison entertained a church party that does not have to go away home in search of good meals. Keep it Beautiful by using our wonderful hair growers - "S EX O" and "U N E D A." It costs you nothing to investigate. WHY NOT? It is doing great work in Atcham a preparing for Conference, preparing to rebuild the church will be a beautiful office when completed. colored people of Atkinson don't be proud of the Pokn theater, would be operated by a blind man, M. F. L. Ingram, a bloom maker, has merely stated and lighted and gives us fine entertainments as one wishes to see. The pictures and vaudeville are first class and up to date. Now, if a blind man can accomplish this, what should one do with both eyes, health and strength. He should be encouraged and the colored people of Atkinson as well as the white, should give him the patronage he deserves. We visited the colored school of Atchison, of which Prof. Gray is the principal and Miss Hattie Ingram assistant, and they are doing much for the Atchison youth. We called their attention to the old dilapidated school building and we were told that the school board was preparing to build an up to date building in another place. God knows it is time they were, as this one is not fit to educate dogs in. It has an old leaky roof, dingy, dirty walls, filthy toilets and is very unsanitary. It is a wonder that more disease is not contracted than is, in such a place. If Dr. Crumbine wants to do a Christian act, he should go to Atchison and inspect this old dilapidaed building which they are educating the colored youth in. Atchison has a fine class of white people and we cannot understand why they insist in holding the colored children in such a building. Shame on the white man that will boast of his Christian civilization and will not treat the colored man as human. We told the colored people of Atchison, if they would call on the old war horse and friend, Senator Basilv Waggoner, it would be given consideration at once. When we arrived in Atchison we were informed that a mock conference was in session at the A. M. E. church, of which Rev. Taylor is pastor. We attended as it was the first mock conference we had had the opportunity to attend and standing room was at a premium. It was a source of pleasure to hear the members represent the ministers and missionaries making their reports. Rev. Taylor was Bishop and undertook the members of the con- square deal. There was a delicate fun when the men from Mexico arrived as well in Boyd, of the Baptist Public School of N. Holl's. It should be the proceeds of the event towards the church. 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The failure of the Negro living in northern communities to take advantage of the educational opportunities within his easy reach has been commented upon frequently. As a matter of fact the majority of the Negroes who graduate from northern and eastern colleges are natives of the south. Dr. Booker T. Washington in his recent observation of conditions in the northwest, remarked also upon this fact, and among other things, said: "For one reason or another, the colored people of Washigton and Oregon do not seem to take advantage of the opportunities offered by the institutions of higher learning. They are reasonably well represented in the public schools, but one rarely bears of a case where colored persons enter any of the classical colleges, agricultural and mechanical or state universities. After careful inquiry I could discover only nine colored people who have ever graduated from any of the high schools in the state of Oregon. None it seems, have ever graduated from any of the colleges in the state of Washington. Here, as elsewhere, there is a great deal of talk about higher education, but it does not seem to go much further than talk. It certainly is a must be for our people not to enter these higher institutions of learning when they can do so with such little cost. Speaking further of education in the west, in Utah I could discover only three colored persons who have ever graduated from the high school, and not a single one from any of the colleges or universities." It is regretted that such is the attitude of the Negro in the north-west. Dr. Washington remarked that one rarely hears of a colored person taking the classical course in that section. Not a single Negro, it seems, has ever graduated from any of the colleges in Washington and only three from the high schools in Utah and not a single one from a college or university. The Northern Negro, especially the native, looks with condescension upon his brother in the south and boasts of his freedom, but he has not turned his freedom to good account, as the testimony of Dr. Washington howe and is a matter of record in other parts of the country. The Negroes in the north, if they had used their opportunities, could have been a mighty force for the uplift of the race. Not only were educational facilities at their doors, but all sorts of assistance could have been secured for their education. There were friendly and generous people who were willing to help every inspiring Negro. But the northern Negro has taken his freedom in which to have a good time and caring little about the serious situation that faces the face; he has gone forward with his eyes closed to opportunity until his day of grace is passing, if not already passed. We are not unmindful of the cry that may be made against this statement and the exceptions to this rule that may be pointed out. But the fact, nevertheless, remains, to the shame and the discredit of the Negroes who live at the north that they have not used and are not to this day, using the privileges that are open to them in the best universities and colleges of the land. If we search the record of Harvard, Yale, Wesleyan, Dartmouth, Amherst, Columbia, Princeton and other leading educational centres we will find that in a large number of cases the Negroes who have taken advantage of the inner culture of life, but never-stitutions have been Negroes who have gone from the south in many instances, green and lacking entirely the inner culture of life, but never the less, alike with determination and real to make good and establish a record for the race. The Negro of the north needs to awaken, and that right early. Southern Christian Advocate, New Orleans, Louisiana. NEELY, KANSAS. Mrs. Annie Norman, of Kansas City, is the guest of her uncle and aunt, Mr. and Mrs. Silas Norris. Mrs. Mary Norris and her little grand daughter, Ruth Anna King, both of Lawrence, Kansas, were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Silas Norris. Mr. Fred Cripenter, of Ackerland, Kansas, was the guest of Mr. Silas Norris Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Marshall Wade were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Silas Norris Sunday. Misses Lula and Sherman Wade were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Silas. Last Friday evening, as well attend IOLA. KANSAN. The Forum of the A. M. E. church in progressing nicely under the leadership of Mr. Brooks Lane, president. Quite an interesting program was rendered Sunday afternoon. The II. T. G. M. Club met at the home of Mrs. Karl Campbell Thursday afternoon. After quotations from Longfellow, the afternoon was spent in needle work and conversation. After a beautiful repast, each member returned to their respective homes, declaring Mrs. Campbell an ideal hostess. There will be a musical at the Grand theatre Monday night March 11th, for the benefit of the A. M. E. church. Hoping them a grand success. The H. T. G. M. Club enjoyed a weekly meeting at the home of Miss Kitty Grubbs Thursday afternoon. The study for the day was Tennyson After quotations from his poetry, the afternoon was spent in needle work. Miss Grubbs served a dainty luncheon, after which the club adjourned, to meet with Mrs. Roy Gromer. Mr. Dennis Hunnigan went to par- sons last week in an auto to attend to business. Please see the agent and pay up your subscription or remit to this office. The J. S. I. Art Club met last Wednesday the 11th, at the home of Mrs. J. E. Gilbert. The usual time was spent in art work. After the regular routine of business, a dainty hancheon was served by the hostess and was relished by all present. The club adjourned, to meet next Wednesday afternoon at the home of Mrs. Hawkins. Mrs. W. E. Love and Mrs. H. Guy were in Independence last week attending to business. Mrs. R. A. Cattwright has returned to her home in Parsons, after a two weeks visit here with relatives and friends. Rev. D. A. Jefferson was in Parsons, Kansas, last week. Don't forget the $1000.00 rally at the Bethel A. M. E. church Easter Sunday. The concert given by Mr. Will Hayle at the St. James M. E. church last Friday evening, was well tended and the program was excellent. Miss. Donn Porter and daughter, Miss Ruth Porter, were in Independence, Kansas, visiting last Saturday. Rev. D. A. Jefferson, pastor of the Macedonia Baptist church, baptized thirty people for his church last Sunday afternoon at 4 p.m. Communion services were held and the pastor preached a splendid sermon. The church was crowded in the evening services, quite a few out of town people were present. Misses Blanche White, Francis Wesley, Alice and Martina Fluellen Viver and Anna Vanderford, Miss Fine, Miss Taylor; Messrs Ira Fields and Irvin McClain, of Independence, Kansas, were in the city last Sunday and attended the baptizing at the Macedonia Baptist church and attended the Bethel A. M. E church in the evening and returned to Independence after church services. All seemed to have enjoyed themselves nicely. Mrs. Elsia Richardson, of Wichita, Kansas, is in the city visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Wesley Maddox. Miss Bradley of Parsons, Kansas, was in the city Sunday and was the guest of Mrs. D. A. Jefferson. All of the members of the Bethel A. M. E. church are working hard and making a great effort to raise $1000 00 Easter Sunday. G. Q. Lake, N. E. Corner 6th & Minnesota Ave. N. E. Corner 10th & Minnesota Ave. KANSAS CITY, KANS. The Most Reasonable and Reliable Drug Store in the City. 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Where You Can Buy Shoes, Suits Cloaks, Mens' Clothes for the whole family—Groceries, Feed, Hardware and Implement-ood Oyster Market, The Grange Sto L. I Insel & Grai DEALERS IN Good Sho nks, Mons' Clothing and Furnish- family-Groceries, Fresh Fruits and Implements-a complete up-to- ge Store, Graieske, Shoes 425 Cherokee Street. LEAVEN E KOPP BAKE Kansas City, Kansas BAKERY . . Kansas 210 WEST L. P. GARRETT, Mg'r. Mrs. Nettle Hudson gave a birthday party March 10th, and had quite a number of guests. She served ice cream, cake, wine and fruit. The guests report a nice time. Mr. John Smith is on the sick list, but is improving nicely. Mrs. Spince Walker is on the sick list and has gone to the Mt. Carnel hospital and taken a treatment and is improving nicely. Mr. and Mrs. Kinselo have moved to Franklin, to make that there home. Miss Sarah Cobbs and mother were out here on agency work last week they had quite a success. Mrs. Gibson and daughter have have been visiting their parents in Nowata, Osaka, and have returned home. They report a nice time. Mrs. Hudson is making quite an early start in the poultry business this year. She has eight chickens hatched out. They are three weeks old and are doing fine. Mr. Palmer is making quite an improvement on his property. The A. M. E. Stewardess sisters met in their circle last Monday with Sister Dorsey. Mr. City Booker, of K. U., spent the week end with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. James Booker. Mr. Grant Bradshaw, of Topoka, w. a visitor in our city Monday of last week. Mr. Brought Evans, of Kansas City, Kansas, is visiting in our city the guest of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Lark Evans. Mr. and Mrs. Louis Bryan, who and Mr. Orlando Flowers, have come to Gunnison, Colo., where they expect to make their home Mrs. Bryan was so merely Miss Louely Flowers, of this place. Mrs. James Stewart is very ill at her home on Cottonwood St. Mr. and Mrs. Ed. Henderson are the proud parents of a baby boy, born Wednesday, March 11. Mother and baby are doing nicely. The Sigma Zeta Chi Girls were delightfully entertained Friday, March 13, by the Misses Eugenia Whaley and Loriane Jackson, at the residence of Mrs. Carrie McMillan, on East 12th and Cottonwood streets. WICHITA, KANSAS. Mr. Winfield Burks and his mother Mrs. Ella Burks, were called away from the city last Wednesday morning to attend the funeral of a relative. Mr Paul Blackwell, of Strong City, Kansas. We are all sorry to learn that Miss Georgia Penny and Miss Lois Wilson are on the sick list and are unable to teach school this week, and the children and their parents wish them a speedy recovery from their illness. Rev. S. B. Butler says: "As long as I remain in Wichita, I shall continue to battle against the Devil." Great interest is being manifested in the meetings and scores are coming forward to be prayed for. Two souls have already confessed that they have taken a firm stand for Christ Numerous praying hands have already been organized from the two bands, The Womans Baptist Praying Band and The Young Men's Praying Band. Their motto is: "Wichita for Christ." (The members are constantly praying that much good will be derived from the meetings this spring and hundreds of souls will walk in a new life. The teams have crossed bats with the Devil and the Gospel team is at the bat, the bases are full and two have scored in the first inning, no outs and Rev. Butler at the stick. Dr. A. K. Lawrence, president of the local branch of the Y. M. C. A. and Prof. N. Clark Smith, general secretary, attended the State Y. M. C. A. Convention, the latter part of February, which convened at Salina, Kansan. They returned to Wichita, filled with enthusiasm and report a very interesting meeting. Mrs. C. A. Glover entertained at her home, 1613 N. Topeka Ave., on last Monday evening March 9th, in honor of Miss Jennetta Jonza, of St. Charles, Mo. The following guests were present: Mrs. N. Clark Smith, Mrs. G. G. Brown, Mrs. O. T. Taylor, Mrs. H. T. Bolden, Mrs. M. Perry Mrs. McWilliams, Miss Anna Smith, Miss Myrtle Hurst, Miss Virginia Elliot and Miss Davis. All departed ngreeing that Mrs. Glover is my ideal hostess. Mrs. Hattie God must have a gun done, save the jury, after hearing the evidence in the case. For five days and one month the time has lasted to the test year of the evidence and a nomination of the evidence in the word that will be Written down will be taken. Mrs. Hattie God must attend all the events. It was brought after a deed had been filed with the register of deeds conveying all of Mrs. Gorl's interest in a quarter section farm left to her and children by James Gorl, who died in December. This deed was made in favor of John and Josie Hill, who have been living on the farm and lending it for Mrs. Gorl. Mr. Glover claimed that the deed was secured by Hill by unfair means and that Mrs. Gorl was not entitled of transacting a business deal. The case started last Friday Attorney Claude C. Stanley was attorney for Mr. Glover while George W. Adams, E. P. Blackmore and Fred C. Helm were present. The first was supposed of all of our best citizens, Vice Mr. Ed Linn dition, Mr. W B Hood, Mr. Gee DR. J. W. BROWN. 9 VETERINARY PHYSICIAN HIV/AIDS PHYSICIST HIV/AIDS PHYSICIST PORT SCOTT KANSAS Consulting Membership in American Technical Society. Authorized Live Stock Inspector. Sargent... and Kincaid Fine Groceries and Meals, Fish, Oysters and Poultry. Both Phones West 789 901 3 N 10th KANSAS CITY, KAS COLORED MEN MILITARY Wanted to prepare as SLEEPING CAR AND TRAIN PORTERS. No experience necessary. Positions pay $65 to $100 a month. Steady work Kansas roads. Passes and wagons furnished as necessary. Write now. LRY C. L. Dept. 18, Indianapolis, Ind When in Omaha THE : PATTON : HOTEL N. P. 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Will for bigs, chickens would top over them cloves, tain't to a way at once, and wouldn't get chin, tooth, two drumsticks, to creeper. So use long burgundy makes chickens and hogs some nopper, thank ever those I and on the farm ought to be a man. We don't dart away. Will you poison 'bout so good or not sorts a clown?" SCHOOL OF INSURANCE MAN. The same Institute, Amt. March 5, instructing the same of Commerce by consecutive Negro Institu- tions of John Morrish, Phos- t of the North Carolina Mutual and Distributor from the Company of 100 North Carolina, spoke in control of the Diskeep Not al col Industrial Institute, last Sunday every month, all the student of the school, the teachers, visitor and others from the surrounding communities. In Monday evening, March be a guest poke on the Assembly down of the Academic Building to the young girls and women of the Senior and A Middle Classes. The story of Mr. Merrick's business success reads almost like a romance. During his youth he was twice, a bank and onshore, a bootblack, and a barber. This latter business he followed for some twenty years or more. His present destination, however, rests upon the organization of what is known as the North Carolina Mutual and President Association, a life insurance company which does business in three states, namely, North Carolina South Carolina and Georgia; employs not 600 agents and helps of various kinds, and keeps busy an office force of 40 persons. The last year the company was in business, it collected $180; last year (1913), it proudly boasts that its collections amounted to $100,000. More than 100,000 persons are insured by the company, most of them holding what are known as industrial policies. Mr. Merrick paid a warm tribute to the capability of his company's General Manager, Mr. C. C. Spaulding, and the Medical Director, Dr. A. M. Moore, who, with himself, constitute the trinity of persons that laid the foundation and that now conducts what Mr. Merrick delights to denominate "the largest Negro insurance company in the world." Many helpful and instructive things were said to our young men by Mr. Merrick. During his stay here he received every courtesy possible at the hands of the officers and teachers of the institution. Mr. Merrick, along with Mr. Spaulding, had charge of Principal Washington's tour through the state of North Carolina in 1910 and has always been a warm and cordial supporter of Principal Washington in all of his multifarious activities. UNGUARDED, NEGRO GOES TO PRISON TO BEGIN TERM. Sayn He in Innocent. But Is Ready to Serve Two Year Sentence. Little Rock, Ark., Jan. 10. I can't complaining. Twelve white men said I was guilty and, of course, they thought I was or they wouldn't have convicted me. If they want me to put up some time for the State in the penitentiary I hope at up. This was the remembrance of a Negro convict, of a type disappearing in the South a "white man's ogger" as he appeared in the penitentiary alone and unattended, proclaiming his own commitment papers for a term of the ```markdown ``` "I've got a wife and six children and a good farm back there in Crittenden county and I want to get back and look after them as soon as I can." Miller's farm is said to be worth about $5000. In explaining the charge on which he was convicted, he said: "A nigger stole some cotton from a white lady and when they arrested him he said he sold it to me. I never bought the cotton, but he got on the witness stand and swore that I did." It was sentenced in September, but the Court permitted him to stay on his farm till he had gathered his crop. "I've got my crop all gathered now and I named my baby, and I am ready to begin putting up my time." 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Gee. B. Blum. J. A. Guendling. Home Phone 586 West. Wyandotte Sheet Metal Works. TIN, SHEET IRON and COPPER WORK OF ALL KINDS. Cornicen, Sky Lights, Slate Roofing, Furnace and Blow Pipe Work. 447 MINNESOTA AVE. KANSAS CITY. KANSAS. (First Published in The Topeka Plain- daleer March 12, 1914.) dealer, March 13, 1914.) In the District Court of Shawnee County, Kansas. Samuel Williams, Plaintiff, v6. Maggie Williams, Defendant. PUBLICATION NOTICE. State of Kansas, to Maggie Wil- liams, defendant: You are hereby notified that you have been issued in an action in the District Court of Shawnee County, Kansas, wherein Samuel Williams is plaintiff and that the action is I with the co- mmit on the 21st day of October of that unless you answer before the 21st of Abr. the petition will be taken and judgment rendered against y accordingly. That the suit above commenced is one in which the plan- tiff asks for a complete and absolute divorce from you. W. H. HUBERT JAMISON, Attorney for Minutes. A. W. W. L. --- OXFORD COLLEGE Majors' Oxford College of Hair Culture, St. Louis Will Maintain a Brunch of This Great Enterprise at Chicago, Ill. Never in History Has There Been Addresses of feather and heads, Such an Opportunity Offered Our When Henry Stanley pierced the jun. Women for Making Fifteen to giles of Africa, he likewise found the Thirty Dollars Per Week and More, natives there leading their wild and harboring lives, bedecking their heads, with vivid and striking head-dresses, such as heads dipped in mud. The Establishment of This College is hope turbans and the like. Even in Now Estimated in the Thousands the colonial days of England, the and is Owned Throughout by One dressing of the han was admired of Our Rare. This handsome three story building is owned by Mrs. W. L. Majot. It is located on one of the most prominent and beautiful streets in the city of Saint Louis 1246 West Belle P. Every department is conveniently arranged and is a schooling in equipment and workmanship as well as work pursued therein. Mr. Majors, who is a life member of the Negro National Business League is now president and general manager of this new institution and is one of the most progressive Negro groups in this line of work. He is well known throughout the country because of his connections with similar concerns, which concerns, found much success and rapid growth in the business by using his system. Mr. Majors has again to his credit several profitable inventions, two of which were demonstrated at the Emancipation Exposition held in Philadelphia September 12, 1913. According to the Philadelphia Courant it was the most attractive exhibit on the grounds of the Exposition. The machines demonstrated were violet machine, for purifying the scalp and the other being a more recent invention, was the electric hot and cold machine with a narrow suction for removing all germs from the scalp and hair, so as to prevent both customer and operator from any infectious disease. These machines are now being installed in the "WORLD COLLEGE," and will be at the service of their agents in any part of the country. The OXFORD HAIR PREPARATIONS, are manufactured in our own laboratory, using the best chemicals and some being imported for the making of our Hair Oils, which not only act as an assistant to the natural oil, but produces a rapid growth of beautiful, luxuriant, soft hair. For growing the hair there is nothing better than OXFORD HAIR OILS. We prefer that you take the OXFORD TREATMENT from one of our agents, as skill is required in the simplest of things. Process of Hair Culture. Hair culture may be divided into a science and art. It is a science as it presents facts and involves principles—an art as it consists of rules for practice; for its present attainments it is indebted partly to research scientifically conducted, and partly to empirical and haphazard discovery. All races even the most uninherited from the beginning of time have held the mode of headdress as very essential to their being. When Colombia discovered America, he found the red man weaving gorgeous and stout. dresses of feather and beads. When Henry Stanley pierced the juncles of Africa, he likewise found the natives there leading their wild and barbary lives, bedecking their heads, with vivid and striking head-dresses, such as heads dipped in mud, rope turbans and the like. Even in the colonial days of England, the dressing of the han was admired THE WEEKEND emually as much as the gorgeous costumes worn. Hours of untiring efforts were spent in arranging queues, coiffure and other beautiful head decorations; so not only do we find time being spent for the beautifying and decorating of the hair in these early centuries but today, time is being devoted to the study of the same art which premits us to have schools and colleges which resists in broadening the fields of Hair Culture. Thousands of dollars are being spent annually for the development of this work. Think of the staggering multitude of these figures? But yet there are only a few professional schools for this training. Such training as you get in schools and colleges of science and art of Haiti Culture, should be logical. Today if a farmer wants to farm successfully, causing the land to produce all that it is capable of, thus realizing a profit, he must be trained. For years the best scientific agricultural professors labored untimingly with the farmer to convince him that days and months are being spent laboring with poor results, simply because he lacked agricultural training; therefore the same training it takes to farm successfully, is now being required in Hair Culture and today we are working increasingly to convince our women that it is a very dangerous method to apply chemicals of most any kind to the hair, as the hair is a small fibrous tube, containing many small, delicate cells, the life of which is easily destroyed The OXFORD SYSTEM, is based upon the latest scientific and hygienic methods for treating the scalp. This course is taught by correspondents. VIR W. L. MAJORS MR W. L. MAJORS all over the country as well as in our college. In cases where the examination of the hair is required we have found it necessary to place in a magnifier of a very high power for this purpose. The Operating Department of Oxford College is undoubtedly the best equipped department ever placed in a college of this kind. It has all the latest and modern electrical apparatuses, such as the combination sterilizer which is the very newest style, for combs, brushes and towels and also the most expensive apparatus used in this work; the violet ray machine is also used being especially designed for this department; then the revolving chars are too, worthy of mention for their comfort. This department has in charge competent operators, who were trained especially for this work, having Miss Lenora Jackson for head operation and trailing instructor. Culture (hand-dressing) and Manicuring Patrons, are beautifully and tastefully furnished with hand-some hanging mirrors, glass tables and special revolving and massage chairs, go to make this department complete. The Official Department, is using a system which has been installed by Mr. Majors and is the only one of its kind, requiring the employment of seven girls Miss Alby Simms, who is Mr. Majors' private secretary, is a graduate of the Sumner High school and normal department of St. Louis. She is one of the most popular and attractive young ladies in the city and has a personality that has caused her innumerable friends. Anyone visiting the OXFORD COLLEGE will be rewarded with the pleasure of meeting Miss Simms. We will give free to one lady in each town FREE AGENCYSHIP in order to quickly popularize our Home Training course of Hair Culture. We have authorized a limited number of FREE AGENCYSHIPS. By writing today yours will save you four fifths of the cost. No charges will be made for agency, no matter how long it will take you to complete th course. You will pay normal fee to cover test, books, materials and supplies furnished. Send the coupon at once. 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Topeka Plaindealer [Image of a silhouette of a person facing left, with a bald head and a necktie.] MRS LENORA JACKSON. Thousands of homes will be benefitted through the OXFORD SYSTEM, because by being one of our Diplomaed Agents your goods can only be bought from you, consequently there is no competition between you and the drug store and canvassing agents; canvasing agents we do not have. Every effort has been taken to make this, one of the most modern and sanitary Hair Colleges in the country. We have arranged to supply our agents with such equipments that we are using in the College, such as electrical apparatuses and revolving chairs, etc., that is if they are not able to secure them in towns in which they live.—Advt. FREE THOS. L. 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. The Bulkley Dry Goods Company, EXTENDS to the Colored People Most Hearty Welcome to Come it and Visit this You'll Receive Courtrous Treatment and Find Here Large Assortments of DRY GOODS, MILLINERY, READY TO WEAR G ARM MENTS, SHOES AND ACC CESSORIES. Send Your Mail Orders to The Bulkley Dry Goods Company. WE PAY POSTAGE. PITTSBURG, KANSAS. Mr. Percy Cole and son Miles, went to Baxter Springs Sunday, to visit his father. Clyde Cole is ill at the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. H. C. Cole, with an attack of erysipelas. Dr. L. N. Bass is the attending physician. Bethel A. M. E. church is preparing for a rally Easter Sunday. The choir will furnish special music for the same. Mr. M. R. Dismuke and Dr. H. T. Geeder made a flying trip to Coffeyville Sunday morning, returning Sunday evening. They hope to return in the near future to complete their business. Mrs. Lucy Howard, of Cherokee, is recovering rapidly, after an operation performed last week by Dr. H. T. Geeder. Rev. Williams, of Parsons, was in the city last week, the guest of Dr. and Mrs. H. T. Geeder. The ladies of the Aid Society of the A. M. E. church met at the home of Mrs. H. T. Geeder last Thursday. Quite an enjoyable evening was spent. The subject "How can our churches best minister to those who come to them feeling a sense of need" was ably discussed by Mrs. Bert Reddick and others. Rev. Williams, of Parsons was present. The revival is still in progress at the Mt. Hebron Baptist church. There have been about 20 conversions and several reclaimed. At 11 o'clock Sunday morning the pastor chose for his text: "The Christian's Crown." Rev. George McNeal, pastor of the Peasant Green church, Kansas City, Kansas, preached at 3 p. m. and at 8 p. m. theme: "Eating with the beast." Rev. McNeal is a very powerful speaker and we are indeed glad to have him with us. Collection for the day, $41.50. Mrs. James Mason underwent a serious operation last Monday at the Mt. Carmel hospital. The church Aid Society met at the home of Mrs. Jeff Deerham last Friday afternoon and an excellent prayer meeting was held. After the prayer services the regular business was taken up. The president being absent, the vice president presided. At 4 o'clock the hostess served a dainty three course luncheon. The Society adjourned, to meet at the home of Mrs. Willis James, on South Oliver street. The Mission Circle of Mt. Hebron church met last Thursday at the home of Mrs. J. W. Pierce, 426 West 6th street. An excellent prayer service was held. At a late hour, a dalnty luncheon was served. Rev. Geo. McNeal, of Kansas City, was present. They adjourned, to meet next week at the home of Mrs. Alice Leslie, 110 W. Carlton Ave. VINITA. OKLAHOMA. Rev. J. W. Edwards, the Evangelist, is holding a series of meetings at the Methodist church. A number of teachers were in attendance at the Reading Circle Friday and were well pleased with the work. W. H. Venters was in Chetopa Sunday. A. Davis, of Kelso, was in the city Sunday. Rev. H. T. Borders left for Sapulpa Monday, to engage in revival. Mr. Lane, of Coffeyville was in the city Sunday. Mrs. Georgia Douglas, of Kansas City is spending a few days with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Rider. J. E. Williams was in Nowata Saturday. The Doubtful Freedmen held a meeting Saturday. Quite a few were in attendance from Grand Those present from out of town attending the Reading Circle are as follows: Misses Bryan, Vaughn, Mrs. Childs, Messias J. E. and J. T. A. West, Chremore, Prof. A. J. Holloway, Lenapah, Prof. N. Grubbs, Nowata, Prof. Hunt, Ioa! Miss Shaw, Blue Jacket; Miss D. C. Patterson, Russell Creek; Miss O. L. Reed, Welch Mr. People, Lighter g Creek. The law showed itself among the violators the first of the week. DR. W. ROGER RUSSELL, DENTIST All Work Obligated to Give Satisfaction 432 Kansas Avenue Phone No. OFFICE HOURS: 9 a. m. to 12 p. 2 p. m. to 5:30 p. m. 7 p. m. to 8:30 p. m. Sunday by Appointment Calls Answered at Night. Office and Residence 720 Kansas Ave., Rooms 5 and 6. PHONE 3987. Physician. Diseases of Women a Specialty. Office 106 W. Eighth Street..... Phone 1616. — Topeka, Kans. Hours: 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. 3:30 to 5:00 p. m., 7:30 to 8:30 p. m. DR. G. A. BROADY. Physician. Office 106 W. Eighth Street. Hours: 2:00 to 4:00 p. m. Other hours by appointment. Phone 1616. — Topeka, Kans. Office hours: 9:30 to 10:30; 3 to 6 Bell phone 901. DR. THADDEUS P. MARTIN, Physician and Surgeon. 832 Kansas Ave. Residence: 1026 Buchanan Q. Residence phones: rbell 901-2. Ind. 2889 Red Physician and Surgeon Examining Physician of the Knighthe and Ladies of Protection Special attention to Diseases of Women and Private Diseases... Office and Residence, 327 Madison St. Boll phone 1091 Both phones 774 Res.. Bell 649 OLIVER A. TAYLOR. M. D. Physician and Surgeon Office 324 Kansas Ave. over Githler's Drug Store, across from Throop Hotel Calla Answered Day and Night Residence: 1515 Van Buren St First Class Accommodations. Hat and Cold Baths. Fifth St. Hotel, Mrs. J. W. PROWELL, Prop. Show Troupe A Specialty. Electric Lights. 8 East Fifth St. Phone Main 1878. COFFEYVILLE. --- KANSAS. (First Published in The Topeka Plain- dealer February 20, 1914.) Case No. 28300 SHERIFF'S SALE NOTICE—(Sale on Execution.) SHERIFF'S SALE. In the District Court of Shawnee County, State of Kansas. Kansas State Bank, Plaintiff, vs. C..J. 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 (S. 1/2), Lotts 392, 394, 396, 398, 400, 402, 404, 406, 408, 410, 412, 414, 416, 418, 420 and 422 on Duane street in Washburn Place 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. L. L. KIENE, Sheriff of Shawnee County, Kansas.