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Historical Society State House THE TOPEKA PLAINDEALER the largest schools of Ft. Scott. He is loved and highly respected by his neighbors and fellow citizens, and is one of the foremost leaders of the race. His truth, veracity and high integrity cannot be questioned and the Grand Lodge over which he presides ranks among the best in the United States. We feel proud of Prof. Hawkins and the great work he is doing in the Grand Lodge and for the race at large. The colored people of Kansas should stand by him and see that he is promoted to some high position with a good salary attached. There is no reason why he should not be a county or a state officer. Some very nice weather for this time of year. We had snow nearly every day and night last week. Easter Sunday at 11 A. M., Rev. J. H. Reichay of Hiawatha, Kaua, preached a soul stirring sermon at the 2nd Baptist church, Rev. C. O. Smith pastor. Every body was glad to make the acquaintance of Rev. Reichey, but his real mission to this city was not thoroughly understood until 9 P. M., just after the evening service, the house crowded to its uttermost capacity, and while the officers were engaged in lifting the evening offering amounting to $170, a wedding march struck up. Mrs. C. O. Gaskin presiding at the piano, and behold, a bride and groom cometh. Rev. J. R. Reichey and Mrs. Alice James of Cravene, Wyeth. They gradually made their way through the large crowd to a position in front of the alter where they were usited for better or worse in the bonds of maltimony by Rev. C. O. Smith. The croom was attired in a regular prince about ministerial garb and the bride was hardamely dressed in white embroidery, neat beautifully decorated with a wreath of white flowers. The bells and groom were wounded years ago, having both got at war to the 2nd baptism in Lowerworth. King R. Reichey is now a farmer in Lowerworth. County Kynn, and Mrs. Reichey is now a farmer in Lowerworth. This city for 9 years and is now known to I am pleased to state that the and bishop church is a saving the lives of perfect harm now, we have not existed for years. We are preparing to make some much needed improvements. Rev. C. O. Smith has been with us since July 1st, 1912 and by God's print leading him, he has already done a great work for the building of the church and Mrs. C. O. Smith, his wife, the Smith thinks there is none like her. She is a live stone in the building and it always at her most, so we will have to divide the might of Rev. Smith's success with her. THE NEW YORK TIMES J. H. ERNEST J. HAWKINS, Grand Master. Sixteenth Year. No. 17. One of the most successful colored business men in the United States is Mr. James H. Clayborne, who conducts a grocery store at Tenth and Washington boulevard, Kansas City. Kannan He carries a stock of fancy groceries, meats and poultry valued [Picture of a man with a white shirt and a black tie.] MR. JAMES H. CLAYBORNE at several thousand dollars and owns several good pieces of real estate and other property. Associated with him is his estimable wife, who is also a good business woman. We visited several grocery stores throughout the county, and have yet to find one equal to Mr. Claystone's. He employer several clerks and runs delivery wagons and discounts all bills. His business runs any up into the thousands of dollars each year. Since another man of the race that equal him and we dare say there are few among the white who can do the business he does on the same cities. He and his wife are among Kansas City's most highly respected citizens and we wish them to continue. Master E. J. Hawkins of Pit, Hill Grand Lodge, A. F. and A. M. who is now serving his service as Grand Master, is keeping up to the standard. At the next sitting of the Grand Lodge at Pittsburg, Kansas, he will make one of the reports even renewed for this jurisdiction. All departments are in good working order and the main department is in very good standing and doing a greater business than before in the history of the Grand Lodge. Prof. Hawkins is one of Kansas' substantial young citizens and is principal of one of TOPEKA, KANSAS, FRIDAY MORNING APRIL 24, 1914. POPE TURNBO-MALONE NUPTIALS Love Romance Dating from School Days Will End With Happy Marriage----Both are Wealthy. F Special to The Plaindealer. St. Louis, Mo., April 22—A childhood courtship dating back to the tender years of youthful schoolmates and those dear old school days in the little village of Metropolis, Ill., on the banks of the Ohio river, is a portion of the beautiful romance which attaches to the betrothal of Prof. A. E. Malone and Mrs. PopeTurnbo. A separation of fourteen years had not blighted that love of other days, and at the perchance of the professor and the proprietress formalities were forgotten and it was "I am glad to see you Aunie," "I am delighted to see you, Aaron," and here began the renewal of childhood courtship and the consequent agreement to travel the re- mainder of life's journey to the 1960s. The trade-to-te is well known throughout America. Her record is a monument of high honor to the thrift and industry of her area in the business and commercial world. She was educated in the public schools of Metropolis, Ill., and the Peoria High school, later pursuing a special course in chemistry. During the year of 1960 she founded the now celebrated "Poro" College and began the manufacture of the famous "Poro" preparations. The rise of Mrs. Pope-Turnbo in the business world was meteoric, though substantial, and today she ranks as the queen of all Negro business women; she is possessed of all of the attributes of a perfect woman and an ideal wife. Prof. A. E. Malone, the worthy and lucky knight who will lead the race's foremost business woman to the altar at noon, April 28. is a native of Illinois. He was educated in public schools of Metropolis, Southern Illinois Normal, Bradley Polytechnic and McKendrice College, and taught successively in the following cities as principal: Murray, Boto, Edwardsville and Malone was the principal of Lincoln school at Quincy, Ill., and upvisting principal, of all colored schools in the city of Quincy. He designed the present school building of that city which is said to be one of the model school buildings of Illinois. The professor is the owner of much valuable real estate in Illinois and Michigan. He is half owner the Hyrd-Malone Hall, a four-story office structure, located in the business district of Quincy. Plans of another four-story office building, to be erected by Mr. Malone are now in the hands of the architect at Quincy. The Malone home, an eightroom cottage, at Quincy, was presented by the groom-to-be to his financee as a wedding present, the same to be remodled and used by her as a summer home. For the past two years he has been connected with the Howard Severance Co., of Chicago, as field manager, having supervision of the company's business east of the Mississippi and from Canada to the Gulf. The engagement and marriage of Prof. Malone and Mrs. PopeTurnbo is truly a novelistic narrative of love and devotion through fourteen long and lonely years. The love of the schoolmaster did not wane and today he is the happiest of persistent suitors. The reward has been delivered, the goal attained and love's golden dream materialized. The wedding ceremony will be performed in the office at "Poro" College, April 28. and the bride and groom will depart immedi- Price $1 50 Per Year. ately for a two months' wedding tour and sojourn in California. An Invitation to the Public. Mr. Jerry Turnbo requests your presence at the marriage of his sister, Mrs. Annie M. PopeTurnbo, to Prof. Aaron Eugene Malone, Tuesday, April 28, at 12 o'clock noon, at "Poro" College, 3100 Pine street. Saint Louis, Mo. Reception from 12:15 to 3 p. m. Business suspended for this day only. SALINA, KANSAS. Mr. Nick Chiles was in Salina on business last week. The little daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Green who has been very ill is improving. Miss Cora Estes has returned from Denver, Colo N. D Wigley, who has charge of the City hall and holds a commission as a special peace officier, is one of the most substantial men in this section. He is a high type of gentleman and attentive to business. The new suits for Salina's clored baseball team have arrived. The uniforms are gray with blue trimmings and will set the team in good style. The organization is to be known as the "Clayton Specials." and games will be played with other colored teams of the surrounding cities. No games have yet been scheduled for this season. Mrs. Ida Young who has been visiting with relatives for the past month, returned to her home in Osage City. Miss Tissie Leelie had a serious accident last week by falling down two flights of stairs. WEIR KANSAS. Mr. Chas. Watts, Mr. Harvey Watts and wife, who came here about four months ago from Alabama to make Kansas their home, left here on the 19th to go back to Alabama and said they did not want to see Kansas on the map. They have an aunt here, Mrs. Calvin Stewart. Rev. R. P. Green and J. W. Jones, both of Kansas City, Kansas, were in the city on the 20th on business. Rev. J. W. Gordon, formerly of Lola, Kansas, now pastoring in Missouri, filled the pulpit all day at St. John, on the 19th. The women of the city want to organize a mother's club. We hope it will be a success, as it is badly needed. Mrs. C. N. Moore of Kansas City, Mo. who has been visiting Mrs. W. P. King, returned to her home on the 41st. There will be a grand musical program by the W. U. Jubilee Singers and a bazaar at the First A. M. E. church, 8th and Nebraska, April 28-29, given under the auspices of the sewing circle. the 20th Century Colored Political club met in the office of Dr. J. Franklin Wilson, April 6, at 8:30 P. M. Mr. N. B. Milligan was elected president; Dr. Wilson vice pres; W. M. B. Moore, Sec'y; C. A. Grant, Asst. Sec'y; Dr. R. C. Hayden, treas; Mr. R. Moffett, Chaplain. After the election of officers, many plans were discussed and each one present had a chance to express himself as to his opinion on the coming election. The honorable president delivered a noble address, after which Dr. Hayden enlightened us on several points of interest. After his most interesting talk a committee was appointed by the president to bring at the next meeting, rules and by-laws to govern said club, to be voted on. This furnished the business part of the meeting, then a chat among the members, a hearty hand shake and good-night. CARTHAGE MISSOURI Prof. Wallace and wife entertained a large number of friends at their beautiful residence to honor of Mr. John Moore and wife of Mount Vernon, Mo, also Miss D. E. Price, who teaches school at Mount Vernon, Mo. The evening was spent in playing games and a fine program of high class music. A dainty luncheon was served, consisting of "tango cream" and cake. They all departed at a late hour declaring Prof. Wallace and wife ideal entertainers. A. C. Cooke, Prescription Druggist... Stationery, Toilet Articles, Sick Room Supplies. 13th and Quindaro Blvd. KANSAS CITY, -: KANSAS. CONDENSED STATEMENT OF THE STATE SAVINGS BANK Leavenworth, Kansas At the Close of Busuiness December 4, 1913 RESOURCES Loans and Discounts ... 172,256 37 Overbrafts ... 212,30 Furniture and Fixtures ... 4,400 00 Bonds and Warrants ... 2,000 00 Guarantee Fund with State Treas. 500 00 Cash and Sight Exchange ... 54,598 33 Total ..... $213,947.00 LIBILITIES Capital Stock ..... 25,000.00 Surplus Fund ..... 4,000.00 Interest ..... 1 203.92 Deposits ..... 203,763.08 Total ..... $233,967.00 The above statement is correct. T. I. MAINS, Vice-President. Len Smith & Son Funeral Directors and Embalmers Ros. Building 141-143 So. Santa Fe SALINA. HINDOO SALVE. JUST ARRIVED—the World Wonder, HINDOO SALVE, used by the Hindooos 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 30th, 1900. Serial No. 55666. HINDOO SALVE COMPANY. 2645 Lawton Ave., St. Louis, Mo SALE OR TRADE For Kansas City property, a 3 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 $50 per months. Three blocks from the busi- ness center of Atchison. Price $5,500. Address ROSA BENNING. 1935 N.3d St. — Kansas City, Kan. 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; F. Eighth St. COFFEYVILLE. KANSAS. Special attention given to the treatment of Cancer, Eczen. Dropry, Bright's Disease, Paralysis, and Diseases Peculiar to Women. The Cancer, if Not Removed—No Pay MUENZENMAYER. FOR HARDWARE, COOK or HEATING STOVERS and GAS RANGES Call ard see our waree. We can satisfy you "QUALITY ALWAYS." JUNCTION CITY. KANSAS. Farm and Garden FOR A GOOD WINDBREAK. Austrian or Black Pine Has Advantages Over Some Other Trees The Austrian pine, often spoken of as the black pine, is commonly planted throughout the United States east of the Rocky mountains for ornamental and windbreak purposes. Under favorable conditions it will attain a height of sixty or seventy feet, with a diameter of fully two feet at the stump. It is pleasing in appearance, grows erect with a straight, heavy trunk and regular whorls of heavy limbs. The leaves are from five to seven inches long, very dark green and retain their greenness throughout the year. In keeping with the general appearance of the tree the foliage is dense and heavy, which makes it one of the very best of the pines for windbreak purposes. It is readily propagated ```markdown ``` Photograph by Kansas State Agricultural college. THIRTY YEAR OLD AUSTRIAN PINES OR KANSAS PARM. From seed, but the seedlings are tender and susceptible to several fungous diseases common in nurseries. The seedlings transplant with much difficulty, and there is usually a heavy loss in the first transplanting, but only a small per cent of loss in the subsequent plantings. Only trees that have been transplanted once or twice should be bought for permanent plantings, and these should be from fifteen to twenty inches in height. The Austrian pine is generally propagated by all nurserymen handling coniferous stock and can be obtained in any desired numbers. The tree requires special care in the seedling stage. It is impracticable for any except skilled nurserymen to attempt to grow it-Kanasa Farmer. THE FARMER'S PROBLEM. According to Former Secretary Wilson, every day in the crop growing season is worth $20,000. 000 to the farmers of the United States. This wealth, however, represents the work of nature as well as of men. The big problem for the farmer is to so arrange his affairs that he can keep nature working for him all the time. For the Asparagus Bed. The land for an asparagus bed must be well drained, warm, rich soil and thoroughly worked. For a home patch deep spading may do, but care must be taken to get the manure well mixed with the soil if best results are desired. For larger beds the manure should be turned under with a plow. Deep plowing is advantageous in most cases. The first plowing should be done late in the fall, the second early in the spring Good, strong one-year-old roots are the best. A long bed, single row for the home garden, is better and more easily managed than a short bed of a number of rows. The plants should have plenty of space.—American Agriculturist. Let Out the Gas. In severe cases of distulency or wind roll the life of the horse may be saved by prompt tapping for the removal of gas. The trocar and canula used for the purpose are thrust into the most distended part of the right flank, nigh up near to the rib and at the edge of the feather of hair which runs the opposite way of that on the rib. In a cow tapping is done on the left side. There is little danger in using the in armament, but it must be sterilized be fore use, and the wound should be disinfected after removal of the trocar.—Farm Journal It's a Useful Servant Where a farmer owns a wood lot and burns wood he can make an excellent investment by purchasing a gasoline engine and wood sawing machine. Even a two and one-fourth horsepower engine will do a lot of work, but it is advisable, perhaps, to get a somewhat larger one because the chances are that after a farmer gets an engine he will find other work for it to do One thing is sure—if your potatoes are crabby in the garden one year you had better not plant any on the same ground another year. Put them some where else or you will have more from him. Mrs. Amy Lane is very ill. The Art club met with Mrs. Lizzie Robinson on last Wednesday evening. The Merry Makers club met with Miss Corine Shakespeare on Friday evening. The house was then called to order, after which all responded with qquotations. All members enjoyed themselves, declaring Miss Shakespeare a charming hostess. The Art Club, Merry Makers' and Gleaners club are preparing for a bazaar Thursday evening at the A. M. E. Church. Mrs. Bertha McGileason had much success with her apron and te entertainment on last Tuesday evening and a prize was given to the best seven among the young men Mr. Emmett Bass being best, won the very beautiful prize. Rev. Hudson preached at the A. M. E., church Sunday and all enjoyed his talk. Miss Coryne Hogan was called to Newton, Kans., owing to the illness of her sister Mrs. Charlie French from there Miss Hogan is expecting to spend a while at her old childhood place, Quindaro, which is so dear to her. We can all help her say, "We honor thee." From Quindaro Miss Hogan will leave for Osawatomie to visit her brother. Mrs. Mary Arch left for a month's visit with her people in Missouri. Mr. Curtis Ransom left for Iowa. Mr. Cole of St. Louis and Mr. E. Moten of Ft. Worth, Tex., are the guest of Miss Mable Haynes. Misses Lacy Brigham of Thayer, Kans., and Lora Woods of Galena, Kans., were also the guests of Miss Mable Haynes last week. Mr. Frenchie Christian acted as host at his home in honor of Miss Lora Woods and Lacey Brigham while in the city. Miss Coryne Hogan entertained Misses Woods and Brigham at luncheon on Wednesday evening. The girls departed declaring they had spent a very pleasant evening. ST. LUKE'S A. M. E. CHURCH. Lawrence, Kansas. St. Luke's A. M. E. Church continues to grow under the able leadership of Rev. J. T. Smith. Every department of our church is alive and at work. The Easter Sunday services were well attended and the church was appropriately decorated for the occasion. Sunday School was largely attended. The pastor seemed at his best and preached an able sermon at 11 A. M., subject, "Eastertide." The Sunday School under Mrs. Lilie Carter and her corps of teachers gave a splendid program to a crowded house and the Allen C. E. League under Mr. C. N. Pierson at 7 P. M. was largely attended. Brother Pierson has the society well up to the standard. At 8 P. M. the sacred program rendered was of the very best, every paper and song bearing upon the subject of Easter, Mrs. James King presiding. On Friday evening, Prof. N. Sawyer of Topeka, one of our leading citizens and educators of the state, an mentor, philosopher and race defender, delivered one of the best lectures we have heard, to large and appreciative audience on the "Life of Frederick Douglas." Come again Professor, we need more such lectures among our people. PITTSBURG, KANSAS. Mr. T. L. Dismuke and Rev. Broadnax and Mr. Cobbs spent Sunday evening with H. Franklin. Miss Leota Wagner of Kansas City is visiting Mrs. S. A. Williams and friends. Rev. Broadnax is holding meeting for the pastor in Joplin, Mo., at the A. M. E. church. Miss Viola Dorster of Cherokee is visiting her sister, Mrs. M. R. Dismuke. The Junior Aid will give a social and program at the colored hall, Apr. 29, 1914. Mr. and Mrs. Neil Pierce attended a banquet in Ft. Scott Friday night and report an excellent time. The revival is now on in full blast at the New Hope Baptist church and many souls are being saved. Rev. Green of Kansas City is conducting the meeting for Rev. Williams. An event of special interest was a party given last Monday evening, Apr. 20, at the home of Mrs. Neil Pierce in honor of Miss Leota Wagner of Kansas City, Mo. The evening was spent in music, games and conversation and at a late hour a dirty luncheon was served. Those present were: Leota Wagner, Lula Dues, Mable Cole, Leota Fletcher, Wemona Jones, Bentrice Dismuke, Ester T. Bell, Phantl Hampton of Coffeyville, Kans., Ray Cole, Amiel Pierce, Turner Alexander, John Easmond, Johnnie Pierce, Albert Bell, Henry Weaver, George Dismuke. All denarted at a late hour, declaring they had spent a most enjoyable evening. The services were excellent at the Mt. Hebron church Sunday. Rev. C. Teal of Independence preached a powerful baptismal sermon. After the morning services the crowd went to the water side where twenty converts were put on Christ by Baptism. At 3:30 Rev. Elias preached an excellent sermon and at this service the Lord's supper was administered. At 8 o'clock Rev. Teal preached an excellent sermon. The church was crowded all through the day and the total collection was $33.34. Rev. and Mrs. J. T. Elhas had at their guest Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Walton of Parsons, Mrs. N. N. Gilbert, Mrs. G. Blackwell and Mrs. Pearl Hampton of Coffeyville, Kans Rev. R. D. Dodd of Coffeyville, Kansas was a pleasant visitor in our city Sunday. Mrs. Paths of Oswego spent the week end in our city with her daughters. Mrs. J. D. Alexander and Mrs. Willie James. Mr. and Mrs. H. C. Cole gave a six o'clock dinner Tuesday evening in honor of Mrs. N. N. Gilbert of Coffeyville. Covers were laid for five Those present were: Mrs. N. N. Gilbert, Rev. and Mrs. Ellias. Mr. and Mrs. H. H. Hopkins. Little Neva Cole visited in Iola Sunday the guest of Birdie Lee Fowler. The baptising was well attended Sunday by crowds from the surrounding towns, which brought many new faces into our city. Mrs. Geary of Parsons was a visitor in our city Sunday. The Mission Circle of Mt. Hebron Baptist church met last week at the home of Mrs. Emma Cole, about 25 members and visitors were present and a most enjoyable evening was spent. Mrs. Wilson and daughter, Edna of Chetopa attended the baptising Sunday. Mrs. D. A. Elias attended the board in Cherryvale last week. ABILENE, KANSAS. Mrs. Lula McRoy, of Junction City and baby, were the guests of Mrs. Ed. Veile this week, and went home Friday. Rev. C. P. Morrow returned from Stockton, where he was assisting in a revival. Miss Freeda Smith is on the sick list this week. Miss Ethel Hampton and little niece Kathrine Travis, departed for Kansas City Monday. Mr. Nick Chiles of Topeka, was a caller in our city Tuesday. Mr. Emmett Williams went to Salina Friday. For results that count advertise in The Topeka Plaindealer. Sargent... and Kincaid Fine Groceries and Meats, Fish, Oysters and Poultry. Both Phones West 783 901-3 N. 10th KANSAS CITY, KAS When in Omaha THE : PATTON : HOTEL N. P. PATTON, Prep (2 Blocks So. of Union Station.) —CAFE IN CONNECTION — Meals at All Hours. Phone Douglas 4446 1014 16-18 South 11th St. OMABA, : NEBRASKA HAIR—HAIR—HAIR 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 "Schaeus" glands. Cures dandruff and prevents the hair from falling out. Pores softening and straightening qualities. PRICE $1 00 PER BOTTLE. Mail Orders Promptly Filled. All charges prepaid. Address THE BAST INDIAN HAIR MAGIC AGENCY, 2328 Ogden St. DENVER COL. ANNOUNCEMENT. KINGFISHER SEPARATE NORMAL. The seventh annual session of the KINGFISHER NORMAL INSTITUTE, (separate) will be held in the city of Kingfisher, Okla., during the first normal period beginning June 1, 1914. Special work in four new subjects added by the late Legislature to First Grade Certificates Faculty of Instructors unenpassed Good board at reasonable rates can be secured in the best of homes. For further particular address, M.T.R. SARAH LISTON, County Su- vidence, Kingfisher, Okla., or E. & HALL, Conductor, Hennessey, Utahana—Advert. W. C. ROBINSON, President. R. H. BRADLEY, Cehr. J. E. DUNN, V. Pras. H. E COOPER, Asst. Cehr. THE LAND-SAWTELL FURNITURE COMPANY Pianos, Victor Talking Machines and Records. ertakers and Embalmers. EVENTH STREET. JUNCTION CITY, KANSAS E. Baker Mer. Co., Furniture, Pianos, Victor Talking Machines and Records. 117-119 WEST SEVENTH STREET. JUNCTION CITY, KANSAS The J. E. Baker Mer. Co., Garden City, Kansas. THE COLORED PEOPLE OF GREAT politely and promptly waited upon no distinction between white and blackness and want. There are good and munity. Those who pay their bills be settled every week or month and pay promptly as agreed, we decline are white or colored, rich or poor. The J. E. Baker Thirty Years in the Milling Business.... So we think we know how to having the BEST The Shear Mill and Elev SALINA. PEOPLE OF GARDEN CITY all know that they are imply waited upon when they enter our store. We make between white and black people. We appreciate your busi- There are good and bad cople of all colors in every com- who pay their bills promptly we run accounts with, to week or month as the case may be. Those who do not agreed, we decline to run accounts with, whether they red, rich or poor. J. E. Baker Mercantile Co. ears in the business... we know how to make GOOD FLOUR. Insist upon having the BEST. Manufactured by Shellabarger and Elevator Company, 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 apreciate 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. So we think we know how to make GOOD FLOUR. Insist upon having the BEST. Manufactured by "THE ONE PRICE CASH STORE." VAN LEEUW "BETTER MERCHANDI UP TO DATE High Grade Clothing Furnishings for M "LADIES' SHOES AND Junction City, Kas LEEUWEN BROS., FOR MERCHANDISE FOR LESS MONEY." UP TO DATE—HIGH CRADE Trade Clothing, Shoes, Hats and Things for Men, Boys, Children. N' SHOES AND HOSIERY A SPECIALTY." In City, Kas. · Wagoner, Okla. VAN LEEUWEN BROS., "BETTER MERCHANDISE FOR LESS MONEY." UP TO DATE—HIGH CRADE High Grade Clothing, Shoes, Hats and Furnishings for Men, Boys, Children. "LADIES' SHOES AND HOSIERY A SPECIALTY." Junction City, Kas. Wagoner, Okla. MISSOURI PACIFIC IRON MOUNTAIN BETWEEN TOPEKA — AND — FORT SCOTT, PITTSBURG, WEBE CITY AND JOPLIN Leave Topeka at 9:00 a.m. F. E. NIPPS. Ticket Agent Phone 271. LAWRENCE. KANSAS. Eat or Sleep? Then... THROUGH TRAIN SERVICE H. T. GEEDER, M.D. PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON, PITTSBURG,——KANSAS Office: 1241/2 F. Third St. Phone: Office 1475; Res. 1945. —Diseases of Women a Specialty- D.W. HAINER, Sale or Trade 100-Acre Farm Drugs, Medicines, Paints, Oils, Toilet and Fancy Articles, Fine Perfumery, Books and Stationery, Cigars, Tobacco and Pipes. NYAL'S FAMILY MEDICINES. 603 Commercial St. $1,016,618.01 R. H. BRADLEY, Cashier. ECKE'S COMPLETE HOUSE FURNISHERS 943-945-917 Massachusetts St. FURNITURE, RUGS, LINEOLUMS, SHADEES. HARDWARE—in fact Almost Everything. LAWRENCE. KANSAS. KAN8A8. 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 In Stephens County, 8 mile Northwest of Hugoton. Will trade for Kansas City, Kansas property. Address. (MISS) L A WILLIS Capital Stock.....$50,000.10 Surplus (earned).....75,000.10 Profita (earned).....22,563.68 Circulation .....48,500.00 Deposits .....823,206 64 Total.....$1,019,270.22 We Invite Your Business Total.....$1,019,270.22 Invite Your Business A. H. DENTON, President. G W. H. SMITH, Ast Cashier. R The New Era ARKANSAS CITY ew Era Milling ARKANSAS CITY. KANSAS. Polar Bear The New Era Mill The Bank of MANUFACTURED BY New Era Milling Com Bank of Comm The Bank of Commerce Of Wellington, Kans. A Good Place to Bank. Capital Starts an Account in Our Savings on all Savings REMEMBER—NY EARNED—START NOW A good place to Bank. E. H. ROSER, Pres. H. CHAS. P. HANGEN, Cashier G. A Splendid Opportunity Stock For Sale Kaw Valley Truss (INCORPOR Growers and Shippers of tables, Sweet Potato Pipe and Cabbage Pipe and Water References: Commercial National Bank Commercial National Bank to Bank. Capital Sack $50,000,000 Account in Our Savings Department. W ings REMEMBER—A PENNY SAVE D—START NOW AT BANK OF O o Bank. Pres. H. T. HARBAUGH GEN, Cashier G. E. HARBAUGH Opportunity For Stock For Sale in the Valley Truck Farm (INCORPORATED) Shippers of Early G sweet Potato Plants, Tom and Cabbage Plants, Pota and Watermelons. Commercial National Bank, Independence, Commercial National Bank, Kansas City, 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. H. ROSER, Pres. H. T. HARBAUGH, V-Pres CHAS. P. HANGEN, Cashier G. E. HARBAUGH, Ass't. Cashier Growers and Shippers of Early Garden Vegetables, Sweet Potato Plants, Tomato, Pepper and Cabbage Plants, Potatoes and Watermelons. References: Commercial National Bank, Independence, Kansas Commercial National Bank, Kansas City, hansan. OFFICERS AND DIRECTORS General Office: 117 West Sixth Street Agents: J. P. MAYNARD, 2330 Vine REV. G. T. MOSBY, 2401 H 7 West Sixth Street-H. P. EWING, YNARD, 2330 Vine Street, Bell Phone T. MOSBY, 2401 Highland Avenue. Free! Free! Catal Lates General Office: 117 West Sixth Street—H. P. EWING, Manager. Agents: J. P. MAYNARD, 2330 Vine Street, Bell Phone Fist 2310. REV. G. T. MOSBY, 2401 Highland Avenue. Free! Free! Free! Catalogue of the Latest Styles of AGENTS WANTED P. O. Box 298. Box 298. Shreveport, Breole Switches 25c Each; 24 Inch 50c berger er H. F. H. I. GEM City and Meat M apest and Best Pla in City Trade 27 Inch Creole Switcher 25c B 27 Inch Creole Switchew 25c Eaxh; 24 Inch 50c Each. GEC Grocery and M Cheapest and in City Grocery and Meat Market Cheapest and Best Place in City Trade 502-604 WEST TENTH AVE. PHONE 340 --- Fritz J. Leuenberger T. K. Leuenberger $1,019,270.22 Your Business GEO. D. ORMISTON, Vice Pres R. A. BROWN, Cashier. ra Milling Co., S CITY. KANSAS. Manufacturers 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 "NOXALL and X. T. C." FACTURED BY Milling Company of Commerce Capital Sack $50,000.00. One Dollar Savings Department. We Pay InterestBER—A PENNY SAVED IS A PENOW AT BANK OF COMMERCE, A H. T. HARBAUGH, V-Pres G. E. HARBAUGH, Ass't. Cashier Unity For Investment For Sale in the Truck Farm Co. (CORPORATED) Srs of Early Garden Vegeta Plants, Tomato, Pep-ge Plants, Potatoes Intermelons. Bank, Independence, Kansas Bank, Kansas City, kansas. F. A. Robinson, President. W. R. Carter, Vice President. W. C. Hueston, Treasurer. H. P. Ewing, Secretary. Robt. 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 Fist 2340. 01 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 SAM WILLER, HUMAN HAIR GOODS CO. Shreveport, La. 25c Each; 24 Inch 50c Each. EM Meat Market Best Place y Trade --- H. R. Leuenberger H. I. Klopfer. PHONE 340 Mrs. Mary Alexander spent Sunday in Kansas City. Mrs. Ora Allen Briggs and little son, of Los Angeles, Cal., are visiting with her parents Mr. and Mrs. Jno. Allen. Charles Clark, who has been in Taharco, Colo., for the past two years, came home Monday night to remain indefinitely. Mrs. Ada Greer, of Kansas City, Spent Monday with Mrs. Gertle Allen and family. Mr. Sylvester McKnight spent Sunday in Kansas City. Mrs. Lula Washington of Kansas City is visiting her sister, Mrs. K. A. Beasley. Mr. Oscar McCullough spent the week end with his wife who is seriously ill in the hospital at Rosedale. The Western University Glee Club will render a musical program at the Second Baptist church Tuesday night. LAWRENCE, KANSAS. Miss Nellie Figgins entertained at her home Friday evening, Mr. W. M. Cannon of St. Paul, Minn., being guest of honor. The evening was spent with music and conversation. Mr. W. M. Cannon who has been visiting at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Hunter, returned to his home in St. Paul. The Nautilus Club met with Miss Florence Kiser at the home of Mary J. Dillards, Saturday afternoon. Miss Ada Bell spent Easter in Kansas City, the guest of Judieth Simms. Rev. J. T. Smith and the members of St. Luke A. M. E. church met and organized a church club known as the "What So Ever" Society. The following officers were elected: Mrs. Hester Powell, president; Mrs. J. H. Young vice president; Mrs. Adella Miller, secretary; Mrs. Clara Jackson, assistant secretary; Mrs. J. J. Jones, treasurer. Mr. Gus Miller, DR. W. ROGER RUSSELL DENTIST All Work Guaranteed to Give Satisfaction 972 Kansas Avenue. - Phone 2404 OFFICE HOURS: 9 a. m to 12 m. 2 p. m. to 5:30 p. m. 7 p. m to 8:30 p. m Sunday by Appointment DR. M. L. ROS A Physician and Surgeon Calls Answered at Night Office and Residence 720 Kansas Ave, Roome 5 and 6 PHONE 3987 DR. MARY B. BROADY, Physician. Diseases of Women a Specialty Office 106 W. Eighth Street.... Phone 1616. — Topeka, Kane 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. 812 Krangas Ave Residence: 126 Buchanan Rd. Realtive phones: cell 901-2 Ind 24RD Re DR. J. M. JAMISON. Physician and Surgeon Examining Physician of the Knight and Lady of Protection Special attention to Diseases of Women and Private Diseases. Office and Residence. OLIVER A. TAYLOR, M. D Physician and Surgeon. Office 334 Kansas Ave., over Gibberd's Drug Store, across from Threep Hotel. Calla Answered Day and Night. Residence: 1535 Van Buren St First Class Accommodations. Hot and Cold Baths. Fifth St. Hotel, Mrs. J. W. PROWELL, Prop. Show Troupes A Specialty. Electric Lights 8 East Fifth St. Phone Main 1040. COFFEYVILLE, KANSAS. chaplain. The new club has made a most excellent start and we see nothing but success for them in the end. All the auxiliaries are preparing for a bazaar, to open the third week in May and last through the week. Rev. Brown of Enid, Okla., brother of Rev, J. M. Brown, visited in the city last Sunday and preached a fine sermon at St. Luke A. M. E. church. The What-So-Ever Society met Wednesday afternoon with Mrs. Clara Jackson on Ninth and Mississippi streets. The Golden Rod Boys of St. Luke church are doing excellent work. At a recent entertainment given by them, a neat sum of $12.50 was raised. Last Sunday being the third Sunday the boys turned to the church ten dollars. Prof. J. P. King of Kansas City, Kansas, lectured at St. Luke church Tuesday night for the Ladies Missionary Society. Several musical numbers were rendered. WICHITA, KANSAS. Parents and Friends Visiting Day at Toussaint L. O'verture School. Parents and friends show loyalty to school and their appreciation by visiting the school in large numbers. There were over 125 parents and friends present at Toussaint L'Overture school Friday afternoon and they were well pleased with the work and the wonderful progress the children had made since the beginning of the school year. There was a club organized last Friday afternoon for the co-operation of the parent and the teacher and for their responsibility for their school at large. The Officers of the club are as follows: President, Mrs. Ida B. Prazier; 1st vice president, Prof. P. C. West; 2nd vice president, Mrs. V. Griffin, 3rd vice president, Mrs. G. G. Brown; 4th vice president, Mrs. Underwood; 5th vice president, Rev. E. T. Fishback. Mr. Arthur Rogers, the chicken raiser, expects to have 1000 chicks by the first of the year. The kind of stock Mr Rogers deals with are the Barred Rock and the Leghorn. He has at this time about 45 hems and 185 chicks. He also has an incubator that will match 125 chicks by the end of the week. Mr. Rogers is a very ambitious young man and we wish him success in his chicken crop this year. The Knights Templar hold their annual session at the New Hope Baptist church Easter Sunday and there was a large attendance present, both young and old. The Knights Templar certainly have a fine drilled team and the boys look very fine in their uniform. Easter Sunday was certainly a beautiful day in Wichita and the couple looked equally as well. Why shouldn't we be proud of our race? Mr. O. Graves was through our city last Thursday, on route to Winston-Salem, Canada. "The Lord and the John Brown Literary Society hold a joint debate on a Tuesday evening at the A. M. E. Church. The question for discussion is "Resolved that the United States should refuse the Montrose Destroyer" Alternative Miss Lanna Powell and Prof R. Provo, of the John Brown Literary Society,itative, Mr. R. Curtis and Mr. H. W. Worshall of the Dauar Literary Society. The judges decided in favor of the alternative. There was a very heated debate and the matters on both sides of the question showed that they had done considerable research work and our literary society should be proud of representatives like the people who took part in this debate. HETCHISON, KANSAS. The Rebel Choral Club appended at Nickerson Friday evening, to a well crowded and appreciative audience the proceeds of which was $55,000 these concert tours are proving to be quite popular with the neat by towns and cities so much that they are being asked to return constantly. This is the sixth tour and not less than $50,00 has been netted each trip. This proves the saying that where there is a will there is a way, also the foundation of the new edifice is under way. Preparations for the corner stone laying the first Sunday in May. Many out of town guests are expected to come for this fete and all who desire to come, will receive a henry welcome. Miss Selma Taylor who has been visiting in Colorado Springs for some time has returned Mr. Frank Taylor of Ivons, visited in the city. Mr. John Floyd of Wichita, is visiting indefinitely in the city with friends Mr. H. Bowen is preparing to announce to his friends soon the open- W. H. STALONS..... Furniture, Carpets, Mattings, Stoves, Pictures, Etc. Furniture ..Sale.. YOUR CREDIT IS GOOD HERE. 41. KANSAS AVENUE ing of an ice cream parlor and cafetania, and a bright intelligent young woman with business tact is wanted as his assistant. Any one who answers to the above please apply. Mr. Eugene Barver spent a few days in Wichita and returned to the city. Mr. Amos Newkirk is progressing nicely with photography work and wishes the patronage of all his friends. The Order of Odd Fellows is premaring to entertain the Household of Ruth at a future date. Mr. T. W. Gannoway of Pratt, motored to the city spending Sunday and Monday with his friends. Mr. John Bright accompanied him on the trip. Mr. Ishmael Bowen of St. John, Sundayed in the city. Presiding Elder Jacobs of the C. M. E. church held Quarterly services Sunday, to a very large crowd all day. The Forum met Sunday, not having met the previous Sunday, an excellent lecture was made by Mr. Gannoway and an impromptu program was rendered. As long as the present amount of interest is shown, the Forum will continue. A chorus of 50 voices has been organized for the corner stone laying. Two services will be held at Riverside park and one at the white Methodist church. Dinner free to all. An invitation has been received and accepted by the Odd Fellows and the Household of Ruth for the Second Sunday at Newton. YALE KANSAS Mrs. Laura Moore, who has been very ill is moderately improving. Mr. Quila Edmondson, who has been confined to his room for some time, is rapidly improving. A DRUG .. AT YOU Phone or Mail A wire from our store to you that you practically have a d Phon your order and if you are delivered promptly by messenger you will Receive Goods by next mail. When you want d prices, remember your phone, delivery. T. W. C WHOLESALE AND Phone 16. C. H. CAM Midland Me All Kinds of Meat a Phone: Old 136—New 1. $100.00 in Gold ..... To our customers in the next QUICK-EASE LINIMENT, 0 Arms or Legs bent with re- tened in one hour; Womb de 24 hours. No matter where a chance to get $100 in Go Boley. Special $10 IN GOL greatest number of bottl WANTED AT ONCE. For A wire from our store to your home connects us so closely that you practically have a drug store right at your door. Phon your order and if you are in the city, the goods will be delivered promptly by messenger. If you live on a rural route, you will Receive Goods by Parcel Post by next mail. When you want drugs of quality at common drug prices, remember your phone, our store and our quick, free delivery. T. W. CARLIN, WHOLESALE AND RETAIL DRUGGIST. Phone 16. Salina, Kansas To our customers in the next 30 days to advertise our QUICK-EASE LINIMENT, the Great Pain Destroyer. Arms or Legs bent with recent rheumatism straightened in one hour; Womb derangement set aright in 24 hours. No matter where you live you have as good a chance to get $100 in Gold as customers here in Boley. Special $10 IN GOLD to the agent selling the greatest number of bottles over 100. 20 AGENTS WANTED AT ONCE. For further information --- Address Lugrand Building 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. Minnie Haines of Chapman, is visiting her aunt, Mrs. H. White. The Order of the Eastern Star met at the home of Mrs. B. F. Dewberry and a grand time is setting. Any and every one is busy with the hoe, shovel and spade. The rally held at Mt. Hebron Baptist church on Easter was quite a success. There were two splendid programs held here on Easter night with grand attendance. All report a glorious time. There was also a grand sermon preached at 2:30 p. m. at the Mt. Hebron church. MAPLE HILL, KANSAS. Mr. and Mrs. Sam Bennett were the guests of Martain Stanley Tuesday. Thomas Bolton Sundayed in Paxico. Ed Furrar and family attended the funeral of Mrs. Farrar Monday in Topeka. A nice little crowd attended the ice cream social Saturday night at the church. Mrs. Flora Bradley attended the funeral of Mrs. G. Farrar in Topeka Monday. Henry Nichols of Paxico, Sundayed here. EMPORIA. KANSAS. One of the prettiest weddings of the season took place Saturday after noon at 4 p. m. when Miss Lauta Davis, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A. C. Davis, was married to Mr. G. W. Ginves of Kansas City, Kansas. The bride is a highly respected young woman and a favorite among her associates. Rev. B. C. Duke of Topeka, officiated They left Sunday for Kansas City, where they will reside. When you are in doubt look it up in The Plungeer, and you will be right. It is the official guide in the doings of the race DUG STORE OUR DOOR ... mail Your Orders. In your home connect us so closely a drug store right at your door are in the city, the goods will be get. If you live on a rural route. by Parcel Post and drugs of quality at common drug store, our store and our quick, free CARLIN, RETAIL DRUGGIST. Salina, Kansas AMPBELL, Great Market at the Best Prices. LEAVENWORTH, KANSAS FREE next 30 days to advertise our T, the Great Pain Destroyer. recent rheumatism straight- derangement set aright in where you live you have as good Gold as customers here in OLD to the agent selling the tles over 100. 20 AGENTS for further information LEY MF'G & DEV. CO., --- PHONE 1724. BOLEY, OKLAHOMA Entered at the Postoffice at Topeka as Second Class Mail Matter. STATEMENT of the Ownership, Management, Circulation, required by the Act of Congress Aug. 24, 1912, of The Topeka Plaindealer, published weekly at Topeka, Kansas. Sworn to by Nick Chiles, April 3rd, 1914. W. HERBERT JAMISON. (Seal) Notary Public. Commission expires Feb. 3rd, 1916. Subscribed and sworn to. HARGIS WANTS TO RAISE A COMPANY OF MEN! Topeka Druggist Wants to Be Ready to Answer First Call. Mr. Art Hargis, the well known druggist and also a popular candidate for county treasurer, is busy just now raising a company of men whom he will hold in readiness for service in Mexico. Mr. Hargis smelled powder in the Phillippines with the Twentieth Kansas, where they made history for the state and nation. Despite the fact that he stands an excellent chance of being the next treasurer of Shawnee county, Mr. Hargis places country above any political job in the gift of the people. He is one of the finest young men in the state—treats all man-square, and his many friends and supporters hope that he will not be called to the front, as they want him to take care of Shawnee county's cash, WAR WITH MEXICO. Somehow, a lump rises in ones throat and the eyes grow moist when considering the sacrifice of perhaps thousands of good black and white Americans, and all because a half dozen bluejackets invaded a country whose government we do not recognize, and were hauled up before the powers, detained a short time and told to go their way. Wholesale murder, rapine, robbery and all manner of outrages upon Americans in that country have been the sport and pa time of roving bands of Mexican soldiers, but the pitiful cries for the protection guaranteed them by the stars and stripes, was not a sufficient provocation to get the ear of their only protector. But when prowling blue-jackets were questioned as to their presence, it was more than Uncle Sam's big, broad sympathetic heart could stand, so now we have it? WAR, and "it's hell!" The life of one good American white or black boy is worth far more than any five hurried Mexicans that were ever born. However, it was our "edge," and Huerta "raised" the bet, so we'll just "STAY." It's on now! American horror and dignity must be upheld at any cost, and thousands of loyal white and black Americans are on tip-toe, awaiting their country's call.lay on McDuff and damned be he who first cries hold' enough." NOTICE In the Probate Court of Shawnee County, Kansas. In the matter of the estate of William Shanks, deceased. All persons interested will take notice that my petition is or file in the office of the Shawnee County Probate Court, asking for authority to sell the following-described real estate, situated in Shawnee County, Kansas, belonging to the estate of William Shanks, deceased, for the purpose of paying the debts of said estate and the expenses of administration, to-wait. Lot numbered twenty-three (23), twenty-five (27), twenty-seven (27), thirty-one (31), and, thirty-three (33) on Eighteenth street in Keith's subdivision to the city of Topeka, Shawnee county, Kansas. Said petition is not for hearing Friday, the 5th day of May, 1914, at 10 o'clock a.m., in which time and place you can make known any objections you may have to the granting of such order of sale. W. HERBERT JAMISON, Administrator. Dated this 3rd day of April, 1914. Condition of the Race As Gleaned From a Personal View. We are proud to note the fact that W. H. Graham, who was employed in the railroad mail service and was injured in a wreck on the U. P. some months ago, has been awarded $5,000 damages. Mr. Graham is an industrious young man and we are proud that he has received damages as he has been wonderfully mistreated by the superintendent of the mail service, who tried to make him work when he was unable and the physician who was working for the interest of the corporation. The damages was awarded by a Missouri jury and we are made to believe that he deserved it. Sometimes we get our rights. --- The colored people should be proud of Mr. A. C. Eskridge, of Kansas City, employed by the U. P. R. R., running from Kansas City to Ellis. Mr. Eskridge is one of the bright young men of the race, industrious and owns some good property, which he has accumulated by his thrift and industry. He has been employed by the U. P. for 14 years and there has never been a complaint against his service or reputation. He has made many friends and is very popular with the public. --- The white newspapers should be fair in quoting the news of both races. There is some disposition on the part of the Associated Press to use big headlines to prejudice the minds of the public in speaking of any crime, large or small, false or true, committed by members of the colored race, especially if it is committed against a white person, but if it is committed by a white person against a colored person, it will be put in small 8 point type and stuck in some obscure corner of the paper. Now here is an incident that occurred last week in Kansas City, where a white man outraged a little colored girl and was chased by the colored women of the community until caught, and was placed in jail, and never a word has been said concerning the same in the Kansas City papers. This is purely prejudice in the white newspapers. --- We visited Salina last week and found the colored people in good spirits and doing much better than the people in the larger cities. Nearly all of the colored people in this little town own their own property and homes, and the two races seem to be dwelling in peace and harmony. Everyone seems to be struggling and trying to save something for a rainy day. The K. of T. have just completed a fine two story building, 25x80, at a cost of over $6,000. It is a large brick structure, modern in every way. The lower part is rented for a garage at $50,000 per month and the upper story is occupied by the lodge. It is a large comodious hall with reception and anti rooms. The property is worth from $12,000 to $15,000 and is certainly a credit to the colored people of Sahna. There are two nice colored restaurants in Salem, one conducted by Mrs. Rosa Smith Jones, at 332 N. Santa Fe. She has a first class cafe and a fine soda fountain. Mrs. E. W. Rosemound at 310 N. Santa Fe conducts the Exchange Restaurant and is doing a fine business. Mr. J. C. Brown, who is a R. F. D. mail carrier has purchased a motor cycle to deliver mail at the cost of $225 00. The route is about 24 miles and he serves 110 people and makes the trip in about 1 hour and 50 min. He has lived in Salina for a number of years and is one of the leading citizens. He has a host of friends and Uncle Sam thinks a great deal of him for the way he handles the mail. Our friend Arthur Rosemound is one of Salina's progressive young citizens, and is doing much for the upbuilding of the race. Mrs. Myrtle Brown and her husband are two of the most progressive young people in the West. He has purchased a nice home at 918 Spruce street. They have a nice four room hangout, neatly furnished and modern in every way. Mr. Breuer is a chiffre for H. D. Lee. He is a merchant, and has been with him for a number of years. He and his wife are among the most progressive and most highly respected citizens of Salina. The widow, Mrs. A. Murrill, is improving her home and over a very nice place. She is one of those industrious widows. Fd. Hudson is still conducting a grocery store on N. 5th street. He is an energetic young business man and owns several good pieces of real estate. He is going to the front. We took dinner with Mr. and Mrs. Sidney DePriest on their dairy farm in the surburbs of the city. They are among the most progressive colored people of the West. They own a fine 80 acre farm a few miles from the city and this nice dairy farm and several of the best jersey cows to be found anywhere. They aer well fixed and living comfortably and enjoying life. It is a source of pleasure to visit them and especially to take note of the stock. W. W. Shobe has purchased a nice automobile, also runs a hack line and is doing fine. Some of his enemies tried to get him into trouble a short time ago, but failed to succeed. Mrs. Maude Young and Mr. Theodore Banks are the agents and correspondents, and out of these two we should get a column or two of news each week from Salina for the Plaindealer. Mr. A. D. Hines, G. T. of the Prince Hall Grand Lodge, is building a fine residence at a cost of $6,000. The colored people of Salina have several barbershops and pool hall and other places of business and we have yet to find a town that is doing any better than the colored people of Salina. Abilene. Our next stop was Abi'ene and here we found a little town of about 300 colored people. This is the town that has water 99 per cent pure. Most of the colored people own their own homes and they are not shacks, but nice little cottages, two story residences and bungalows. Everybody works in this little town and there is no loafing anywhere. We met one colored farmer who owns an 80 acre farm about 17 miles from the town, Mr. Ben Gray. We visited his farm and are proud to say that we found him to be one of those progressive farmers. He has two industrious sons who live with him and assist in taking care of the farm. We took dinner at his home and must say that Mrs. Gray is a fine cook and a very pleasant lady to meet. They have owned this farm a number of years and it is well improved. We also met our old friend, Mr. W. G. Curtis and wife, who is also a fine cook and a very distinguished lady. She is a fine catress and we see why it is that Mr. Curtis is always covered with smiles, as he has a devoted wife to make him happy. He has all the work he can do and is one of Abilene's leading citizens. Surgent Gibson looks well and is enjoying health and has all that he can do. He is highly respected by everyone and is one of the leading citizens of the town. Mr. J. B. Lewis the barber, is one of the stalwarts and the only trouble he has is to find and keep a first-class barber. He says they stay until they get their ribs covered with fat and they are ready to leave. This is a town in which to save money and get a good start in the world. Mrs. Temple Tyler a widow owns a nice home and has two fine, energetic sons who are carrying on the business of the father, of raising hogs. Mr. Wm. Helm has opened a fine pool hall and restaurant. He is one of Abilene's young business men, and is going right to the front. Mr. Douglas Simpson is still in the cafe business and is one of the best cooks in the West and owns some fine property. Mr. Jno. Hirnpton is one of Abilene's old citizens and is doing well. Mrs. Lillian Worder is one of our agents and correspondents and the people will give her their news and pay up their subscriptions. Mr. J. E.Brewer, one of the leading merchants of Abilene, has announced himself a candidate for election to the office of Lieutenant Governor. He is honest, upright and a successful business man, and enjoys the confidence and respect of the people of his community. He will have the entire support of the 5th district. He has a host of friends, is a fighter and a staunch Republican. His friends say he has worked for years for other people and it is now time for them to help put him in office as a reward for what he has done for them and make him Lieutenant Governor. Mr. Newton Cole has announced himself a candidate for election to the office of county treasurer, subject to the primaries, Aug. 4. He is employed by the Bell Spring Creamery Co., of Abalone and has lived in that county for 21 years. He was four years, clerk of the district court. He was reeled on a farm and is conscientious Christian gentleman, and should be elected to the office of county treasurer. At Junction City, we found the colored people getting along nicely and in the possession of some very fine property, and owning some very nice homes. Things are very quiet now, as it is a soldier town and most of them have gone to the border to take care of Mexico. Mrs. Hall and Co., have purchased a hotel building at a cost of $9,000. This is one of the largest undertakings ever attempted by the colored people in this town. It has about 20 rooms and the third floor has been turned into a dance hall and lodge rooms. It is equipped and neatly furnished and all modern. Mr. Henry Crews conducts a first-class confectionery and ice cream parlor and is doing a nice business and we hope to see him continue. Mrs. Rosella Earp is our agent and correspondent and has taken up the work since the illness of Miss Nannie Aldridge, whom we wish a speedy recovery, as she is a very industrious young lady and is one of the best school teachers in Kansas. Our friend, Mr. N. D. Aldridge is still at the court house and is one of Junction's leading citizens. We visited the home of our friend Mr. L. H. Crews, 415 W. Thirteenth street and we found him doing more or one-half acre of land than many people are doing on an $0-note farm. He has four the head of horses, worth from $150 to $200 each, also one mule toit. His wife has just turned out seventy-five chickens from an incubator and has another on tap with 150 eggs. They have alfalfa planted around in the yard for their stock. There are the kind of citizens that make a community worth while. Mr. and Mrs. Davy are among the pro-perous people of the town and are doing fine. Mr. James Devine who has been employed by the U. P. Ry. Co. for several years, running from Junction City to Oakley, is one of the leading citizens of this city, owning a nice home, and has a devoted wife and two fine boys. We met our old friend, Mr. Porter Washam, who is living in Junction City and doing nicely. We had the pleasure of being the guest at one of the finest banquets ever before attended, given by the K. of P. lodge at the Gymnasium in Ft. Riley, Kansas. There were over one hundred present, who enjoyed the five course feast. The bill of fare was as fine as could be put up anywhere and was enjoeyd by all. Defense Lodge No. 38 was celebrating its first anniversary. Sergeant Turner, C. C., is very popular and has made the lodge a good officer. Music was furnished by the Post Orchestra. Mr. Geo W Miles, the toastmaster, was equal to the occasion and called upon several who readily responded. Some very good things were said. The report of the Grand Master of Enchequer showed that several hundred dollars had been collected throughout the year. This shows what the boys of Fort Riley are doing. After the banquet the dancers enjoyed themselves until 12.30. The soldiers of Ft. Riley are certainly a fine class of gentlemen, and you will always be glad to meet them. There were several visitors from Manhattan and the surrounding towns. At Junction City we met the Rev Greenlee, pastor of the A. M. E. church, and he reports that the work is progressing nicely and that he is getting along fine Mrs. Greenlee is making a success of her hair business. They have a host of friends in Junction City. Progressive Citizens. Prof. J. D. Bowser has one of the most beautiful homes in Kansas City, Mo. located at 2400 Paseo and 12 room modern home. Mr. and Mrs. Bowser are among the oldest residents of Kansas City and most highly respected citizens. They are worth between $75,000 and $100,000 and do much for the uplift and advancement of the race. Miss Josephine Abernathy, 2413 Vine street, has opened a ladies and gent's furnishing department and also carries a nice line of toilet articles, hair goods and has a dressmaking establishment in connection. It is the duty of the colored people to patronize this establishment and thereby building up something that will be of benefit to the race and also give employment to the race. EMPORIA, KANSAS. A body consisting of 50 colored men, voters of the east side of Emporia township, Lyon county, Kansas, not last evening April 3rd, and resolved to support Dennis Madden for cangress. Several speakers expressed themselves in hearty support of his cangress. The activity of the colored men show their interest in his matters and that they are determined to support a man who is a friend to their race, and whom they consider to be a fair and upright man, worthy of their support for Corgress. They are sharp shooters on the vicket line and mean to stand at the front in the fight for Republican principles this fall. 4246 WEST BELLE PLACE ST. LOUIS, MISSOURI. SCHOOL OF SCIENCE AND ART. In history has there been such an opportunity for making fifteen to thirty dollars per ARGES will be made for agency, no matter how you to complete the course. You will cover Supplies furnished. THE COUPON AT ONCE! Don't wait; arms are withdrawn and it will be too late. AND SOME ILLUSTRATTED ANNOUNCEMENT! Tells all about our courses and services. THE HISTORY OF THE MUSEUM Never in history has there been such an opportunity offered our women for making fifteen to thirty dollars per week or more. Free Agencyship "OXFORD" COLLEGE OF HAIR CUL HOME TRAINING DEPARTMENT: College Open the Year Round.) A cost of obligation to me please send full the HOME TRAINING COURSE, and y scholarship offer. State..... Majors, Prop. W. L. Major Your Lodge Supply From Big Negro Fire Love Regalia D. W. K. LOVE, Presid Avenue. Kansas City Rorabaugh-W Dry Goods Company HUTCHINSON, KANSAS. A MOST CORDIAL WELCOME to a or colored—Every one receives the same ert. THIS STORF was built for ev enson and Karens, and we want you to interest in this Institution. Y Department Has Been Enlarged, we Attention to our BEAUTIFUL WOMEN OPPAREL and MILLINERY SECTIONS. DAY parcel post on all mail orders to al and Ollahorn. Without cost of obligation to me please send full particulars regarding the HOME TRAINING COURSE, and your limited tuition scholarship offer. Mrs. W. L. Majors, Prop. W. L. Majors, Gen. Mgr. Buy Your Lodge Supplies From ..Big Negro Firm.. The Love Regalia Co., GEO. W. K. LOVE, President. EXTENDS A MOST CORDIAL WELCOME to all people— white or colored—Every one receives the same courteous treatment. THIS STORF was built for everybody in Hutchinson and Kurtens, and we want you to feel a per- sonal interest in this Institution. While Every Department Has Been Enlarged, we direct your Special Attention to our BEAUTIFUL WOMEN'S WEAR- ING APPAREL and MILLINERY SECTIONS. WE PRIDAY parcel post on all mail orders to all points in Kurts and Oklahoma. Dry Goods Company HUTCHINSON, KANSAS. Mr. and Mrs. Aaron Green's baby is numbered among the sick. The Mission Circle held a very interesting meeting at the home of Mrs. Pearl Page Tuesday. Mrs. G. W. Baird and Nellie Black, of Centralia, were guests of Mrs. G. W. Brewer a short time ago. Mrs. Anna Johnson of the restaurant firm of O'Brien and Johnson, is very sick at the home of her parents Mr. and Mrs. Webster, on Van Buren. Rev. and Mrs. G. W. Henry and Mr. and Mrs. Burl Jones dined with Mr. and Mrs. Russell one evening this week. A very pleasant time is reported. Mrs. P. D. Davis, of Fort Scott, and Mrs. Henry Travis, of Saint Joseph, Mo., were guests of Mrs. Jane Washington, 1208 Washington one day this week. --- Mr. Wm. Wright, brother to Mr. J. M. Wright, very pleasantly surprised the family, with a visit, after an absence of about nine years. We welcome him home again. 0 FOR SALE—Newly Furnished, 6 Large Rooms and Bath and Electric Light, Corner Lot. This is the Best Property in Topeka for a Colored Man. Price $2.100 Cash or Terms. J. P. BELL, 735 Filmore. Mr. Charles Scott left Monday for Oklahoma, where he will visit his father. Charles is a graduate of the Topeka High school, a member of the January class of 1914. He is an industrious young man and deserves a vacation. 0 Miss Madeline Beck delightfully entertained the Sigma Beta girls at her beautiful home on Tyler street. The next meeting will be with Miss Rose Ethel Bertha on Fifteenth street at which meeting all members are requeeted to be present. 0 The K. H. S. Girls met at the residence of Miss Frances Carpenter on the 22d inst and rendered a delightful programme, after which an appetizing luncheon was served and relished. The next meeting will be with Miss Edna Johnson, 701 Collego avenue. 0 Mr. M. Tyler, fireman at the state heating plant, has moved his family to the city from Saint John. Mr. Tyler has been here for the past two years and since being appointed for a second term, decided that it was best to have his family with him. They are nice people and Topen gladly welcomes them. --- Mesdames Ellen Slaughter and H. C. Williams will serve dinner at St. John A. M. E. church Thursday from 12 m. to 12 p. m. It will be a feast to all the good things of the renson. A program will be rendered free. The dinner is for the benefit of the rally. Better drop in and see the ladies if you appreciate something good to ent. --- Messrs C. H. Taylor and A. Hall of Oklahoma City, Okla., were in the city today on business of a read nature. They had to put the "iron" on ore Nelson Blitz, who had skipped a $500 bord in the United States court for selling liquor to Indians. City detective C. C. Lytle captured the "agent" for Messrs Taylor and Hall. --- Mr. John Kelly, one of Topka's industrious and coming young men, was taken seriously ill Tuesday while at his work at the National Hotel, and for a time was in danger of crossing to the beyond. But the doctor pulled him safely back to this side and he is up and around again. Ptemaine Poisoning is supposed to have caused his illness. On Inst Friday evening the PH Theta Gamma boys gave a port lenten ball at Elke Hall. On this occasion the hall had the appearance of an oriental garden with its elaborate decorations of gavly colored ribbons, palms etc. The orchestrum stationed in the center, were almost completely hidden with palms and the beautiful gown maidens gave a finishing touch to the reservoir. The following boys compose the club: Percy Smith, president; Chas. Levy, secretary; F. Cannon, treasurer; Frances Oden C. Duke, E. Curningham G. Beck, O. Austin, Earl Durforth. As this was the boys first attempt at entertaining, all present highly congratulated them on their complete success and left declaring them ideal entertainers. My Wife Took the Grippe, With Pains in Back and head. She ached all over. It be gan in the morning by noon she was in bed and began taking Dr. Miles' Nervine and Anti-Pain Pills as recommended in a day or two she was well and we are sure that if she had taken Dr. Miles' Nervine at the very first symptom she would have prevented the attack". Rev. E. B. Slade, Manhattan, Kan LaGripe usually leaves its victims in a weakened condition at the fever and pains quickly cap one's vitality. To enable the nervous system to recover from this depression no remedy is better than Dr. Miles' Nervine. Sold under a guarantee assuring the return of the price of the first bottle if it fails to benefit. At ad Druggista. PASSED TO A HIGHER LIFE. It is with deep regret that we announce the passing of Mrs. Maitha Ann Taylor, beloved mother of our friend, Mr. J. H. B. Taylor, which occurred at his home, 928 College avenue Wednesday of last week, aged ninety-eight years. She was born in Bourbon County, Kentucky, where she resided until coming to Kansas in 1881. She removed to Oklahoma and lived there for about twenty-five years, and two years ago, she yielded to an appeal from her son, J. H. B. Taylor, and removed to Topeka to spend her last days with him and he proved a loving, dutiful son and did everything in his power to make her happy and comfortable. Mrs. Taylor united with the A M. E. church some sixty years ago, and was a faithful conscientious Christian to the end. She was the mother of fifteen children, six of whom survive her. She also leaves a sister, Mrs. Isabelle Winder, who resides ten miles west of Topeka. Funeral services were held from the residence, conducted by the Rev. J. M. Brown, pastor of Saint John A. M. E. church. He paid a fitting and eloquent tribute to the life and character of one of God's noble women—one who stood the storms of many winds and was rewarded to see her children grow to man and womanhood. She was patient, kind and sympathetic, and passed through the ravages of a cruel and heartless slavery without a murmur, ever trusting and believing that the Lord would send some Moses to deliver a down-trodden and oppressed people, and when Linclon issued his memorable Emancipation Proclamation, she was among the glad hearted millions that shouted for joy and know and felt that her prayers had been answered. These dear old ladies are God's noblest creation, and in a few more years they will all have passed from among us, so lets lend a hand in making them happy the few days they are to remain in our midst, for their presence has made the world brighter, grander and nobler. May angels guard her soul. One of the first events of the post lenten affairs was the reception of last Friday afternoon given by the ladies of the Ne Plus Ultra Art and Literary club at the home of Miss Izne Smith on Lane street. The house decorations were simple yet especially effective for an afternoon affair. In the room where the guests were received, the decoration consisted of ferns and potted plants. In the living room where coffee and ice were served, the club colors were carried out in the basket of purple and white sweet peas tied with yellow ribbon which sat in the middle of the table. The house was darkened with purple and yellow lights which added decidedly to its beauty. One of the most attractive features of the reception was the sample Art exhibit which consisted of many choice and valuable pieces of art done by the ladies of the club. Mrs. A. L. Patton introduced the guests to ladies of the receiving line. The officers of the club are: Mrs. Laura Williams, president; Mrs. B. C. Duke, Miss Izene Smith, Miss Goldie Duke, Miss Elnora Smith and other members who stood in line were Mrs. E. A. Brice, Mrs. D. Burton, Mrs. J. Martin, Mrs. Pearl Raynor, Mrs. A. Booker, Mrs. A. McGill, Mrs. G. Thompson, Mrs. W. Bledsoe, Miss Frances Jamison, Mrs. R. Taylor, Mrr. R. Jackson, Mrr. M. Clark, Mrs. C. Jones and Miss Carrie Davis of Lawrence. Friends who assisted during the afternoon were Mrs. Elizabeth Anderson, Miss Lola B. Harris, the Misses Edna Ware, Marcia and Hattie Jamison and Thema Wikerson. The reception of Friday afternoon was the fifteenth anniversary of the club's organization. A. P. TONE WILSON, Jr., Lawyer. 217 West Fifth Street Phone 1394 Topeka, Kan. Church Notes. SAINT JOHN A. M. E. CHURCH (By Church Staff.) Once again we come to service. And again Thy praises sing; May each endeavor to be worthy Of the blessings of our King. The day was beautiful and a large number worshipped at St. John Sunday. After the devotionals the choir greeted the audience with the anthem "I was glad when they said unto me let us go into the house of the Lord" and every heart seemed to join in the singing, for truly they were glad that after six days of labor in the busy marks of the world, the seventh had again dawned, in which they might rest and give praise to the Father of all. Rev. Brown chose for his text Phil. 4th chapter, 12th verse, subject "Adapability." The sermon was ably discussed and every listener that truly listened with open heart as well as ear, drank in the rich blessings that were poured forth, and were made to desire to give themselves wholly to God, that their every learning might be "let me do more for the salvation of men" and as Rev. Brown impressed them "Oh that we'd seek to honor God no matter what the cost." Let your life be so constructed that it will ever reflect light in the path way of those comning after you. After the sermon, Mrs. McKinley of King Fisher, Okla., came fourth and joined the church. There were 130 present at Sunday school Sunday morning, and every child seemed eager to get a clear deception, that each might be followers of Christ. The Ladies Sewing Circle met at the church Wednesday. Our Mite Missionary Society met with Mrs. A. P. Smith Friday. Mrs. Gentry and Mrs. Smith served refreshments. The Ladies Aid met with Mrs. Woods Tuesday evening. Elaborate preparations are being made for the fair, to be held at St. John in the near future. The general rules of the church will be read next Sunday. An excellent program was rendered at the church Wednesday evening given by Mrs. Lamberson, for the benefit of the church. The Christian Endeavor was well attended Sunday evening. The lesson subject, "Consecration of time" was well discussed and proved very interesting. The lesson was led by Mrs. R. Wade. The pastor delivered an excellent sermon Sunday night. His text was taken from the subject "Absent from blessing." A number of members from other churches visited St. John's evening service. A cordial welcome is extended to all. MT. OLIVE M. E. CHRUCH. Sunday—Sunday school at 9:45 a. m. Mrs. C. C. Daniels, superintendent; Epworth League 6:30 p. m. Miss Wigley, president; Preaching service 8 p. m. by the pastor. Monday—Trustee Board meeting, Amos Booker, chairman. Tuesday—Choir practice 8 p. m. Mrs. E. E. Hickerson, choirist. Thursday evening—Social affairs. Friday evening—Class meeting 8 p.m.; Ladies Aid Society at 3 p.m. Mrs. D. Dyser, president. Mt. Olive is blessed with having a strong board of class leaders to lead us through this Conference year, and they are taking up the work with much zeal and interest. The leaders are: Brothers George Yost McSimpson, L. C. Burton and sisters Mattle Ewing and Donie Dyser. Mrs. Mable Hardison, one of our best workers, has seen fit to come back home again to stay. We are glad to have sister Hardison with us again. Our pastor, Rev. Terrell, had the pleasure of spending Sunday afternoon with Rev. J. T. Smith of the St. Luke A. M. E. church of Lawrence. Rev. Terrel preached the afternoon sermon in Rev. Smith's rally. He reports that Rev. Smith is getting along fine in his new field of labor. The entertainment given by the rites on last Thursday evening was fairly well attended and a good sum was placed in the church treasury. We extend an invitation to everyone, to visit our services. A code 'welcome is always given. We hope the members and friends and not forget that Sunday, April 23 is our grand rally day. We invite the members and friends of all other churches to be present and urge that our members will pay up their obligations. Rev. Brown of St. John A. M. E. church of this city, will be present with his congregation in the afternoon and will preach the sermon. 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HARRIS Laundry ALL FLAT WORK MANGLED—We call for Deliver Anywhere in the City, and by bringing in your bundles and calling for same you can get the following REDUCED PRICES on Men's bundle work—a saving of 23 1/3 per ten: All Shirts, 10c; Union Suits, 12c; Collars, 2c; Undershirts, 5c; Calls, 1c; Drawers, 5c; Socks, 2c; Lacecharts, 2c; Overalls, 10c. All Work Guaranteed to Be Satisfactory. HIGH POLISH OR DOMESTIC FINISH. Phone 3027 and Brown, the Expressman will call for Your Bundle. Washington Smith was born in Pike County, Mississippi; came to Kansas over 30 years ago, and purchased a nice little farm in North Topeka. He was well respected by both white and colored. He has nine living children and ten living grand children. NOTICE All ministers who are interested in the welfare of the ex-slaves will use their pulpit on the first Sunday in May and ask their congregation to write letters to the Congressmen and Senators urging them to pass a bill to this effect. Captain Charles Taylor, 509 N. Sixth street, Leavenworth, Kansas has informed us that Congressman Dan R. Anthony will introduce the bill soon and we want all ministers to take this matter up and do all they can to have it passed. Mrs. Hector Hardeman and Miss Luthe Hawkins enterial of a number of little friends on Saturday afternoon, the occasion being the fourth birthday anniversary of little Mildred Hardeman. The little folks were entertained with games, folk dances, recetions and music by Mr. Merrall Brown. Lighted candles burning on two birthday takes and all around the rooms heat a happy glow to the scene, while a two course luncheon was being served Mrs. Geo. Smith, Mrs. Eliot Donnelly and Mrs. W. R. Carter assisted the hostess. The little folks present were: Fein Beck, Cornelia Donnelly, Feyetta Smith, Marion Odell, Oliver Odell, Venola Ridley, Louise and Marthella Warfield, William and Lucie Mallory, Wayne and Meredith Carter, Helen Buckner and Cassie Motin, Leonard Hardeman. The souviners were dalty little baskets filled with fruit tablets and mints. The two primary rooms at McKinley school had their regular weekly assembly April 10th in the form of an Easter celebration. Miss Ellis and her room entertained the second grade room and the patrons of both rooms. The afternoon was enjoyably and instructively spent in listening to a program rendered by the children of both rooms, consisting of appropriate songs, recitations, folk dances, and music by the victrola. The souviners were cunning little baskets made by the first grade pupils, filled with candy Easter eggs and rabbits. Mr. and Mrs. R. Hightower, 032 Spruce street have added greatly to the comfort and convenience of their already well appointed home in the way of a bath and sleeping potch and also a new kitchen. Mr. Hightower is one of Topeka's most successful craft and store contractors, a nice Christian gentleman and he and his estimable wife, who by the way is a leader in church and club circles, deserves every comfort to be obtained in life as both have worked hard to build a home where they can enjoy life in their declining years under their own wire and ing tree. We congratulate them upon their success and wish them continued prosperity and happiness. Mrs Hazel Harris cleverly planned and carried out a surprise in honor of her aunt, Mrs. R. H. Wade's birthday, by inviting a few friends to spend the evening on Wednesday, April 15. A short musical program also a recitation by Mrs. M. E. Young was rendered. She was assisted in serving by Misses Alice Smith, Clara Lamberson and Ruth Barber. Those present were Mr. and Mrs. Sigel Tarbet, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Roundtree, Mri and Mrs. Green Scales, Mr. and Mrs. E. Ridley, Dr. and Mrs. O. A. Taylor, Mendamen M. E. Young, Angle DePriest, A. P. Smith, E. Hudleson Sam Higgins; Mr. R. H. Wade. The proprietors of the Green Grocery, Messrs H. L. Klopfer and Fritz Leuenberger, are taking a trip to New York, Philadelphia, Washington and Virginia on business and pleasure, and will return via Chicago. They are conducting one of the largest stores in the West and cater to the best and most aristocratic people in the city. These men have worked hard and deserve a vacation. They mix business with pleasure, and we will not be surprised when they return if they will not be the owners of some valuable pieces of soil. They are two of the finest young men in Topkhan, courteous, kind and always glad to do what is right. 1 Miss Birdie Scott planned and successfully carried out a most agreeable surprise in honor of the anniversary of her sister, Miss Viola. About twenty-five close friends invaded the home at 1154 Lane street while Miss Viola was attending a picture show, and upon her arrival she entered only to find the house filled with intruders. She reflected a moment and the whole thing was clear to her—it was her birthday and she had forgotten all about it. Here the merriment began and they reveled in games, music and conversation till a late hour, when a nice luncheon was served and all departed for their homes wishing Miss Scott mary more happy birthdays. ```markdown ``` Miss Jessie Oden was hostess at a dinner which she gave Monday evening at the home of her aunt, Mrs. B. T. Alexander, for the members of the Joyance club. Preceding the dinner, a short literary and musical program was rendered. Covers were laid for the members of the club and their guests. The dinner proved to be one of the protiest of the season, the color scheme being red and green. In the center of the table was a maniture lake upon which floated a dazzling white swan. The thought of the very recent Eastertide was very aptly carried out, even to the downy chick harrored in red drawing his too heavily loaded wagon of fruit salad. On either end of the table were burning candles which added greatly to the brilliancy of the occasion. Five delicious courses were served beginning with a fruit cocktail and ending with black coffee and waffers. It was a treat to have been there, for besides enjoying the good things, the hospitality and graciousness of the hostess was a pleasure. At a very late hour, the last course was served and the guests departed having spent a most delightful evening. HARRY V WHITLOW FOR Veteran Street Railway Man Has Herts of Friends and a Fine Chance to Win Out. "Pass a good thing around," in the motto of the voters of Shawne county, and Mr. Harry V. Whitlow, an horest, upright, capable young man, is asking the voters of Shawne county to let him have a taste of a good thing by electing him to the office of registrar of deeds. Mr. Whitlow has been connected with the Topeka Street Railway Co. for some—handling all of the Company's money, and strict attention to business, accuracy in all things, and a pleasing disposition, has won for him the confidence and highest admiration of the management of the company. Mr. Whitlow can and will serve the people of Shawnee County as faithfully and honestly as dear his present employers. He is a great man, struggling for a foothold in the world, and deserves the best support of all who toil for their breed, and if nominated and will be will not be a hog and will not sit at the crib forever, the property of joy and comfort in theustomary two terms. Mr. Whitlow is a Simon Tennant and in business or in a thirty-third degree. He is well known to the colored man, woman and city, and many of those serving him actively PORTY ACRES of good sweet potato and turnip melon land. Located miles from Tonneka FOR SALE The land will produce from 150 to 200 bushels of potatoes per acre and from $25.60 to $100.00 worth of maize per acre. Address: THE PLAINDEALER The Knights and Ladies of the Orient Annual Report of Prof. John R. Hawkins. Financial Secretary of the A.M.E.General Conference, Most Inspiring. Washington, D. C., April 18. The report of Prof. John R. Hawkins, Financial secretary of the African Methodist Episcopal church, showed that a quarter of million of dollars had been collected through the "Dollar Money" system during the fiscal year ending March 31, 1914. This is the largest amount ever collected in one year, and the church is putting forth an effort to raise one million dollars during the quadrennium, which will close May 1916. THE KNIGHT AND ORIENT is duly authorized by the laws of the State of Kansas, and is under the Superintendent of Insurance of Kansas. Its officers are bonded in a reliable Surety Company. Liberal terms to Agents. For information address NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS, 619 Kansas Avenue. Topeka, Kansas. OUR MOTTO: "Prompt Payment of Claims." JOHN M. WRIGHT PEARL McNEAL. National President National Secretary The Financiit Department of the A.M.E. church is perhaps the greatest business organization of the race in the world, and the official head. Prof. John R. Hawkins, secretary and treasurer is one of the best trained business men and financiers in the race. Colored People's Hair. The annual meeting of the Financial Board of Directors which was held in the headquarters 1541 14th street N. W., was attended by the following members: M. W. Thornton, Boston, Mass.; C. H. Murray, Baltimore, Md.; J. C. Gilmore, Cleveland, Ohio; J. C. Anderson, Chicago, Ill.; J. R. Ransom, Kansas City, Kansas; R. H. Singletown, Savannah, Ga.; M. W. Mance, Charleston, S. C.; W. T. Strong, Jackson, Miss.; J. H. West, Montgomery, Ala.; E. J. Howard, Waco Texas; J. R. Starks, Tallahassee, Fla.; V. M. Townsend, Little Rock, Ark.; C. E. Allen, South Bend, Ind. Rev. W. T. Strong lined the opening hymn, and the opening prayer was made by Bishop W. H. Heard, who has just returned from West Africa. The following visitors were introduced: Bishop H. M. Turner, of Atlanta, Ga.; W. H. Heard, West Africa; W. Calvin Chase, editor of Washington Bee; W. Finley Wilson, editor Washington Sun; B. F. Watson, Secretary Church Extension; A. L. Gaines, Baltimore, Md; R. R. Wright, Jr., editor Christian Recorder; W. H. H. Butler, Washington, Penn.; H. H. Newson, Montgomery, Ala.; L. N. Beckett, Baltimore, Md; Charles Stewart, Chicago Ill. Trolley To Kansas City Cars leave Third and Delaware every hour on the half from 6.30 A.M. to 10.30 P.M. on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday Thursday and Friday nights Saturday and Sunday nights last car leaves 12 o'clock midnight Following the opening Bishop H. Blanton Parks, chairman of the Board, said that it was purely a business meeting, and not time for making speeches, hence he would only say that he was glad to see all the members of the Board present, and the report of the secretary would be the first thing in order. So complete was the report of Prof Hawkins in details that several times he was interrupted by outburst of applause. He was highly commended for the faithful discharge of his duty. He had everything right at his command and was prepared to answer all questions. The amount of dollar money collected by the Conference up to the closing of the fiscal year March 31, 1914, $220,947.84; while that of the previous year amounted to $207,961.80, an increase of $12,997.04. The receipts by states and conferences and districts were reported in detail, and then followed the expenditures, the assets and liabilities. Cars leave Tenth and Main, Kansas City, every hour on the ever hour from 6 A.M. to 10 P.M. theatre car 11:30 on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday nights Saturday and Sunday nights theatre car leaves at 11 P.M. last car leaves 12 o'clock midnight The Kansas City-Western Railway Co. The Kansas City-Western Railway Co. From Meadows of Gold Meadow Gold Butter Purest of cream, carefully selected, thoroughly pasteurized, skilfully churned makes this the best of all butter, always pure, sweet and good. Packed fresh from the churns in patented odor proof packages to preserve all its goodness for you. Ask Your Grocer for Meadow Gold Butter Its flavor wins favor. Continental Creamery Co., Topeka, Kas. Then followed the presentation of claims. Mrs. W. H. Derrick, the widow of the late Bishop Derrick was presented and made an address. The Board was also addressed by Pistops H. M. Turner, and W. H. Herd. Other visitors made remarks Committees were announced During the afternoon all the Committees reported, and the Board heard reports from Committees and adjourned. MINIFA, OKLAHOMA. P. Hudley Mattie Lynch, Mrs. A Clemur and Rev. I. H. W. Williams, attended the District Conference at Tulsa last week. Mr. and Mrs. D. Coleman and son, Lawrence, and Mrs. T. J. Pineley, of Chetton, visited relatives in the city Sunday. N Moore of Ketchem, was in the city Saturday. Mr. Clarence Johnson returned to Chanute last week. Mr. and Mrs. Douglas, who have been visiting in various parts of Oklahoma, seeking a location for business, returned to the city Saturday. Mrs. A. Rider spent several days last week visiting her parents on Lightening Creek. Mr. A. Fleming visited H. Martin of Ketcham Sunday. A. Davis, of Kelso, spent Sunday in the city. H. Macer of Chelsea, is visiting relatives in the city. Rev. J. H. Williams left for Tulsa to attend Conference. Dr. Ryan was called to Ketchum Monday, to dress the wounds of H. Martin. Miss Lizzle Davis left Saturday Mrs. H. A. Patterson, of Tulsa, who has been teaching at Hollow, passed through the city Monday, enroute home. The H. of R. are planning to have their annual thanksgiving sermon on the 17th of May. Prof. A. B. Jackson has been given a run out of Kansas City. He is on four days and off four days. N. C. Armstrong made his best girl a present of a piano. HASTINGS, NEBRASKA. Church Notes. Rev. Wm. Young, our new pastor delivered us a soul stirring sermon morning and night. The people of Hastings are very grateful to the Conference for sending them such a wide awake young man as the Rev. Young. Under his leadership we hope to have a banner year. The church and Sunday school have taken on new life. Rev. Young is soliciting subscribers for the Plaindealer in Hasting and Grand Island. The Bulkley Dry Goods Company, SALINA, KANSAS. 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LEAVENWORTH, KANSAS BAKERY.. Kansas 246 WEST. Principal Brands L. P. GARRETT, Mgr. BROWNLEE, NEBRASKA. Easter was observed at St. James A. M. E. church here. At 11 A. M. Rev. T. B. J. Barclay preached a soul stirring sermon, the Holy Ghost came and many were made to rejoice. Mrs. Martha Hannahs made a profession of Christ and united with the church and will be baptised next Sunday. This being the first time that Easter was observed here and the church was crowded. At night the Easter program was rendered to a full house and all were well pleased as well as astonished to see the interest that was manifested in the exercise. Mrs. Bertie Murphy spared no pains in training the children to play their part which was indeed a credit to them. Mrs. Allie Lannear came from Kansas on the 7th inst., just in time to render great help to the program by being organist. She with her husband, Mr. Leo Lannear will make this their home, with her father, Rev. T. B. J. Barclay who has a claim here. The church is moving upward and all love the pastor. Mrs. M. T. Barclay will soon return from St. Joseph, Mo., where she has been teaching school Quite a few new comers are building and more new ones are homesteading weekly, still there is room for more. Quite a large amount of grain is being sown and a big crop is expected. Mrs. and Miss Shores of Holsey, Nebr., are the guest of Mr. and Mrs. D. Mehan. Rev. Barclay, Mr. and Mrs. Leo Lannear were the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Elihue Walker Sunday for dinner. Some of the finest hogs in the country are raised in this colony by our people. The Mission circle met at the home of Mrs. Pearl Page, Tuesday, April 14. Mrs. Moses Vanmeter entertained Dr. and Mrs. W. H. Hudson and her mother, Mrs. Shreives who is visiting her and whose home is in Chattam, Canada, Mrs. Francis Pitts was also guest, Tuesday, April 14 at her home at 1022 N. 13th St. The N. U. G. Club, No. 2 met at the residence of Mrs. Verbena Tolbot's on the corner of 8th and Atchison Sts., Wednesday, Apr. 15 There were 14 members and 5 visitors present. The reporter visited the club and found every member busy sewing. The members pieced one quilt and made four dresses and two aprons and every one in the house seem to enjoy themselves. Mrs. Rachel Taylor is president of the N. U. G. club and Mrs. Nolla Barnes, secretary. The people who visited Atchison April 9, to see the Union Baptising were: Mrs. L. V. Halm, Mrs. Poynter of Leavenworth, Mrs. Mary Pineley, Mr. Harrison Casey, Mrs. Viola Hines of St. Joseph, Mo. and others. This was one of the best baptisms ever held in Atchison as it was the first Union Baptising. Rev. W. S. Blake and Rev. J. W. Wilson of Ebenezer Baptist church did not baptise as was stated heretofore, but was a very solemn occasion when Rev. Wilson and Rev. Blake walked into the water arm in arm until they found a place suited for the occasion. Seemingly they were like the two of the seventy that were sent out by our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, to go into all the world and preach his gospel. Everyone present was filled with the Holy Spirit. There were several of our white friends present who also attended Rev. Wilson's Church Sunday night. Rev. Wilson baptised 21 and Rev. Blake 28. The smallest one was Sister Creasey's little girl, about 6 years of age. We believe God is in the work of the Ebenezer Baptist church. We will have to praise Rev. W. A. Bowren of Kansas City and the state board for this union that is going on in Atchison among the Baptist and Rev. Bowren should be elected president of the Baptist State Convention at the next session. We learn that Rev. W. S. Blake's church was crowded Sunday night and also the church of Rev. Wilson. The services had to be held at both churches as one church would not hold the crowd. Born, Wednesday, April 15 to Mrs. and Mr. John Crockett of 1222 N. 10th St., a fine baby boy. The Carnation Art Club met at the home of Mrs. John Jackson Tuesday, April 11. As the president, Mrs. Ella Taylor, had been sick and wasn't able to be out, the meeting was presided over by Mrs. Anthony White, vice president. After all business was over, Mrs. Jackson served a one course luncheon. The club adjourned, to meet with Mrs. William Barnes, on Q. street Tuesday, April 21. Rev. Frank Wilson, Chief Grand Mentor of Topeka, Kansas, who is for Kansas and Nebraska jurisdiction and Mrs. Emma Gaines, Chief Grand Precinctress of Topeka, Kana. and member of many leading Societies and highly respected throughout the country and a devoted Christian worker, visited the Maids and Pages of the Knights and Daughters of Tabor, of Atchison and all the Knights and Daughters of Tabor were glad to see them and met in joint session Thursday, April 16. Rev. D. W. Majora held a two nockl meeting at Trout House Rev. Belzine, a white minister, assisted Rev. Majors in his two weeks' revival. They had a soul stirring meeting and had one convert. White Rev. Majors was in Troy, Sunday he organized a Sunday School. He also preached at Lowmont, Kansas Easter Sunday, and the members of the Christian church called him to preach for them two Sundays in a month and will organize a Sunday School, Sunday, April 26. Rev Majors reports his part of the work progressing very rapidly. Mr. Maryn Baxter, of North Eighth street, leaves the city soon, for a visit. Mr. William Billingsley inflicted a deep wound on his wife's shoulder Sunday night April 19, on Seventh street between Commercial and Kansas avenue, near the alley. He is now in the county jail. The wound on her shoulder is very deep. He was employed at the Lukens Mill. Mrs. Billingsley is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Peoples, who live at 909 M. street. Mrs. Tilla Baxter entertained at her home on N. Eighth street, the first and third Wednesdays of every month and desires her friends to call or those days. PAOLA. KANSAS. R. M. Shelby has re-shingled and otherwise improved his house at the corner of Kushaska: and Agate Sts. The choir at the A. M. E. church has been re-organized and it is furnishing some good music. The ten days' protracted meeting conducted at the Second Baptist church by Rev. B. T. Carlington has closed. John O. Harris, who farms east of town, brought in 8 head of hogs last week, which brought him $142.60. Mr. Harris is one of our successful farmers and reads the Plaindealer. Rev. N. J. Stokes of Pratt, Kans was in the city last week on business, and visited the school. The Rev. made the children exceedingly happy by giving them one dollar, which they invested in choice candy. Come again Rev., you are always welcome. Sunday, April 19, was Quarterly meeting at the A. M. E. church. In the absence of the Presiding Elder, Rev. Mitchell of Kansas City, preached morning, afternoon and evening. Rev. O. B Thurston (white) pastor of the Congressional church gave a free picture show Monday night at his church, to the colored childrere and their parents. Rev. Thurston is one of the most progressive man of our city and a friend to the colored people. The Beautifiers' Cock League at their last meeting, elected the following officers: Beutah Wilson, president; Nelle Bush, the president; Oran Hare, secretary; Willis Bruce, assistant secretary; Mildred Payton, treasurer. They reported 30 yards cleaned, flower beds made and seed planted. Mrs. Ferne Brooks entertained the Daisy Art Embroidery Club April 18, at her residence on East Peoria street. She was assisted by Mrs. Vanda Tennyson. Mrs. Brooks is a splendid hostess and made it exceedingly pleasant for her guests. A two course luncheon was served. Rev, R. R, Ross, of Topka, was in the city April 15 and officiated at the funeral of Miss Nagatha Marshall, assisted by Rev, K. P. Bond. This was one of the largest funerals ever held in our city; people were here from Osawatomie, Hillsdale, Kansas City and Spring Hill. Rev Ross preached a sensible and appropriate sermon. The audience was composed of white and colored and the floral offerings were profuse and beautiful. The Senior Class of the Logan county High school was royally entertained last Wednesday night by Miss Ruby Spraings, 1215 W. Cleveland avenue. Those present were Miss Rosa Anderson, Bertha Rubson Eulala and Zerelda Freeman, Marc Zieglar, Judith Horton, Mollie and Ethel Rose, Ruby Spraings and Ruth Wilkins, Messer Oscar Spraings, Corrie Hawks, Bruce Johnson, Hurley Brooks, Vargil Johnson, Lincoln and Gibson Mimmg, Louis Fisher and Horace Taylor. The evening was spent in dancing and card games. Messrs Oscar Sprinings and Brusf Johnson presided at the piano. 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Teo B Blum J A Guendling Home Phone 586 West. Wyandotte Sheet Metal Works. TIN, SHEET IRON and COOPER WORK OF ALL KINDS. Cornercree, Sky Lights, Slate Roofing Furniture and Blow Pipe Work. 447 MINNESOTA AVE. KANSAS CITY, KANSAS 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 in 1027 Kansas Avenue. The building has been newly papered and furnished from top to bottom. She desires the manner of the public. --- COUNCIL GROVE, KANSAS. The services at the A. M. E. and the Baptist churcher Easter, were successful in every way. Edward Barner is improving slowly. Mr. Jesse Earner of Fairbury. Neb., was in the city a few days last week at the bed side of his brother. Mr. James Lowrie of Dunlap, was in the city shopping last week. Miss Viola Hooker of the K S N. spent her Easter vacation visiting her father and sister. Rev. Henry Merritt and Miss Panie McCloury attended the morning and afternoon services at the M. E church of Dunlap Sunday. Mrs. Frank Tyler and Mr. Frank Means spent Easter Sunday in Dunlap. Miss Ara Hawkins was elected by the Board of Education to teach another year in the public school. Greene Myers is much improved at this writing. Mr. Jesse Settler, Mrs. Sarah Fisher and Miss Ara Hawkins spent Sunday in Dunlap at the home of Mr. Irwin Bridges. Mrs. Frank Chambers and little daughter Mary, of Oklahoma City, are the guests of Mrs. Chambers' mother, Mrs. Nancy Settler. HINGER, OKLAHOMA. We had a severe storm here last Friday evening. Mrs. G. W. Anderson is expecting her sister to visit her about the last of the week. J. C. McNeal has been without water for the past three days, he broke his pump Saturday. He has been on the sick list for the past week. He is nearly through planting and about 65 acres of corn will soon be ready to plow. He has grown a new crop of Alfalfa, in connection with the old, which speaks for a good crop this year. The correspondents two sisters and brother in laws went back to have a visit with her mother. Mrs. Bullet had her school closing Friday night. She would have had a large crowd, but the sard storm stopped them. Mrs. C. G. McNeal has been suffering with an awful nose throat. We hope she will be better at the next writing. Mrs. John Burton of Luther, Okla. departed this life April 8. She leaves a husband and children to mourn her loss. Mrs. Towner is finishing up her house. She will move into it soon. Mr Hart of K. S. A. C. Manhattan, Kansas, spent Sunday in the city the guest of Miss Nellie Wilks. Mr Marshall Rodgers of Kansas City, visited in the city Saturday, and Sunday with his mother Mrer. Florence Rodgers. Mr. Nith Chiles, Editor of the Topeka Plaindenler was in the city Friday on business. Mrs. Ollie Lawton Smith of Clay Center, is in the city the guest of relatives. The Knights of Pythias of this city held their annual banquet Friday evening. April 17. at the Fort Riley Gymnasium. Everyone reported an enjoyable time. At Windsor Hall Tuesday night, April 21, the Roland's Dixie Stradaders, assisted by home talent in a burlesque in two acts, entitled "Dr. Beans from Boston," and "A wireless telephone," bug vaudeville between acts. Vocal solo by our own. Mrs. Wm. Hurd; character specialty. Ben Gibson; sketch, Prof. Steele and Rankin, of Fort Riley; sang specialty Robert Thornton; sketch, Gibson and Nethery. Miss Katie Harris is quite ill at her home on East 15th street her home on East 15th street Mrs. Wm. Small of Bakerfield. Cal. leaves today for her home, after spending a few days the guest of her mother, Mrs. Julia Short The Mite Missionary Society meets Friday afternoon at the home of Mrs. Counts. The A. M. E. Sunday school is progressing nicely with Miss Rosella Earps as superintendent. Delegates were elected Sunday for the District Convention. Those elected were: Miss Minervia Greenie and Miss Essie Thompson, attendente Mr James Smith and Miss Thelma Counts. Any one wishing to send news will please hand it to, or send it in Musk Rostella Earp. 509 East 11th street. Please see the agent and pay up your subscription or remit to this office. TO CORRESPONDENTS. It would save much annoyance and guessing on the part of compositors if our correspondents would not use such term as "yesterday." "today" or "tomorrow" in writing, but always give the date; and be sure not to write on but one side of the paper. Announcements. 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. JUDGE FD. C. LITTLE, Kansas City, Kansas. Announces his candidacy for JUSTICE OF SUPREME COURT. Subject to Primaries Aug 4, 1914 JUDGE G. H. BUCKMAN, Winfield, Kansas Announces himself a candidate for JUSTICE OF SUPREME COURT. Subject to Primaries Aug 4, 1914. JUDGE NELSON CASE, Owego, Kansas. Announces his candidacy for JUSTICE OF SUPREME COURT. Subject to Primaries Aug 4, 1914. J. B. CHAPMAN, Aitchison, Kansas, Announces his candidacy for FIRST DISTRICT CONGRESSMAN Subject to Democratic Primaries August 4, 1914. CHARLES D. ISE, Coffeyville, Kansas, Announces his candidacy to the Republicans of Montgomery county for the office of COUNTY ATTORNEY. (Second Term.) Primaries: August 4, 1914 A. J. DUFF FOR MAYOR OF NEWTON, Newton, Kansas A progressive city needs a progressive head. Mr. Duff will prove the right man in the right place. CONGRESSIONAL ANNOUNCEMENT I here to announce myself a candidate for the nomination to CONGRESS from the Seventh Congressional District, subject to the decision of the Democrat, the voters of the district at the August Primary Center, if normally I will support the cause of President Walt Whitman to the best of my I. P. HEBINGER, Butchard st. bursa CONGRESSIONAL ANNOUNCEMENT I have, therefore, myself a cred dity for the Democratic conspi for CONGRESS from the Seventh Congressal Dist rict, subject to the will of the Democrat, not at the privy or Aug. 1, 1914 CONGRESSIONAL ANNOUNCEMENT EZRA BRANINE. New York, N.Y. Ann. to him a certificate for CONGRESS from Lagen Dartt, a man to the Re. 2d, in premises, Aug. 1. EZRA BRANIS. Fort Scott, N.Y. Ann. to himself a will for REGISTER OF DEEDS. subject to the Republican Postaries August 18th, 1913 A. M. KEENE, Port Scott, Kansas. Aurea himself a candidate for REPRESENTATIVE from Bourbon county, subject to the wishes of the Republican voters at the Primaries Aug. 4th, 1914. EDGAR D. WELLS, Oswego, Kansas. Democratic Candidate for COUNTY TREASURER of Labette County Subject to Democratic Primaries August 4, 1914. R. M. PERKINS, Lawrence, Kansas. Announces his candidacy for the nomination for the office of COUNTY ATTORNEY on the Progressive Party ticket, at the Primaries to be held Aug. 4. '14 W. J. CUMMINGS, Lawrence, Kansas. Announces himself a candidate for re-election as SHERIFF OF DOUGLAS CO. subject to the Republican Primaries August 4th, 1914. Announces his candidacy for congressman Fourth district, subject to Republican primaries Aug. 4 1914. JOHN BOLLIN. Leavenworth, Kansas is a candidate for County Commissioner (re-election) subject to the Democratic primaries Aug. 4, 1914. ROBERT E. MARTIN. announce his candidacy for Sheriff of Leavenworth County subject to the will of the male and female voters at the primaries Aug. 4. 1914. 6. I. DOROTN. in announces his candidacy for County Attorney subject to the wishes of the Democratic primaries Aug. 4, 1914. Leavenworth, Kansas, is a candidate for judge of the city count, city of Leavenworth (second) term) subject to the wishes of the Republican primaries Aug. 4, 1911. announces his candidacy for reelection to the office of Probate and Lavene Judge of Miami county. Democratic primary Aug. 4, 1914. (First Published in The Topeka Plaindealer April 3rd, 1914) NOTICE. In the Probate Co. of Shawnee County, Kansas. In the matter of the of William Shank's deceased All persons interested will take notice that my petition is on file in the office of the Shawnee County Probate Court, asking for authority to sell the following-described real estate, situated in Shawnee County, Kansas, belonging to the estate of William Shanks, deceased, for the purpose of paying the debts of said estate and the expenses of administration, to with Lots numbered twenty-five (27), twenty-even (27), twenty-one (29), thirty-one (31), and thirty three (37), in Keith's subdivision in southern quarter of section five (5) in township Jackson (12) in Tim, Stanton (16), Shawnee County, Kansas. Said petition, is set for hearing Mr. du, the 24th day of April, 1914, 10 o'clock A.M. at which time and place you can make known any objections you may have to the writings of such order of sale. W. HERPERT JAMISON. Administrator Died this 1st day of April, 1914 (just published in The Topen Pardover April 24, 1914) In the Probate Court of Shawnee County, Kansas. In the matter of the estate of Joseph Rack, deceased NOTICE OF FINAL SUPPLEMENT All creditors and all others arrested in the aforementioned estate, are arreved for that on the 25th day of May, 1914, and day being the first Monday of said month and the 22d day of the May 1914 term. I shall apply to the Poste Court settler, at the Court House in the City of Tampa Shayne County, kansas, for a full and final settlement of said estate and for an order of the Court finding and adjudging who are the heirs of Joseph Reed, deceased. You are further notified that my claim for compensation as administrator of attorneys fees and other expenses necessarily incurred in the administration of said estate has been filed and, as ordered by the court, will be heard on the said 25th day of May, 1914, at 10 o'clock a.m. HAWATHA, KANSAS The Quarterly meeting was well attended at the A. M. E. church Sunday, Rev. Owens, the presiding Elder was present and precached an able sermon. The Stork passed the home of Rev and Mrs. M J. Smith the morning of the gird and left there a fine baby girl. Mother and baby are doing fine. Rev. J. B. Richey returned April 15, with his bride, from Cheyenne, Wyoming. She was formerly Mrs. Aller James of Leavenworth, having lived there seven years ago. They are located on the farm, five miles from Hiwatha. The Easter exercises were a success at the Second Baptist church. The Sewing circle met at the home of Mrs. Henry Green, on Iowa St.. Anril 17. A two course luncheon was served. Mrs. A. B. Cheek is planning a trip to Meredian, Misa., to attend the commencement exercises of the Baptist Seminary, Prof. Reece being president. Rev. James C. Cheek is touring the state of Texas with his illustrated sermon. He is now at Fort Worth. Mrs. Harvey Suggs is improving right along, with her foot. We hope to see her cut soon. Quite a number came from Hiawatha to seenade Rev. and Mrs. Richey. They came on hack rack and by automobile. They had all the cakes, lemonade, oranges and cigars they wanted. They departed at 12 o'clock. Mrs. Sunnie Cobbs started to help seenade, but met the crowd half way back to town. Mrs. Sam Suggs and family, spent the day Monday with Mrs. Check, at Rev. and Mrs. Richey's place. We are always glad to have her, as she is very pleasant. Mrs. Lonie Suggs has been in for several days with throat trouble. Master Walter Ellington is still on the mend. The Sewing Circle will have their fair the Second week in June. The Sewing Circle which was to have met at the home of Mrs. M. I. Smith was postponed on account of her being ill. We pray for her speedy recovery. Mrs. Harvey Suggs met with a very painful accident one day this week. In some way her foot was badly scald, and at this writing she is unable to walk. Mrs. Arthur Sims will leave Sunday for a three weeks' visit with relatives at Saint Joseph and Maryville. Mrs. Sarah Blue, who has been on the sick list has recovered so far as to be able to walk out and enjoy the sunshine. Mrs. Eva Herrington and Leda Miller, daughters of Mr. and Mrs. John Miller, made a short visit with their parents and relatives. They reside in Kansas City, Kansas and are members of Rev. Geo. McNeal's church. The teachers of the Second Baptist church are preparing a splendid program for a future date. The Rev. I. R. Rchev left a few days ago for Cheyenne, Wyoming, where he will conduct a series of meetings for Rev. C O. 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We are sorry to note the death of Mr. Counter Allen, Jr., of Hiawatha, son of Mr. and Mrs. Counter Allen. Which occurred on April 9, at 8 o'clock a. m. He was a young man 21 years old. He was sick only three weeks when typhoid fever claimed him. He leaves a mother, father, three brothers and three sisters to mourn his loss. His sister, Mrs. Mary Allen and husband are here attending the funeral. They reside in Ottawa. Mr. Clyde Lananagan is on the sick list, confined to his bed We wish him a speedy recovery. Miss Essie Thompson of Junction City, is spending the past week visiting in this city with Mrs. Richardson. The St. John Sewing Circle met Tuesday afternoon. A goodly number was present and all report a fine time. The Dunbar Art Club met Thursday afternoon at the home of Mrs. Bell Hill on N Santa Fe. After the regular routine of business, a nice luncheon was served and the club's adjourned, to meet next Thursday with Mrs. Thompson. Mrs. Ella Gaston and mother of Ellsworth, Kansas, are visiting the past week in this city with friends and relatives. The St. John Sewing Circle gave a splendid program on Sunday afternoon at 3 o'clock, at St. John Baptist church. Owing to the bad weather, the crowd was not as great as was expected. The colored Y. M. C. A. held a meeting for the benefit of the young men of the city Friday evening, at the O. and M. hall Many splendid addresses were delivered that would help the young man of the day if he would only heed. After hearing all the beautiful addresses, the young men were given a feast and they all departed for their homes. The Y. M. C. A. has decided to give these meetings every two months. Messrs Cleo and Thelma Price were in the city Sunday. Mrs. Alice Penny left Friday for Leavenworth, Kansas, where she will attend the funeral of her step mother. Miss Gertrude Gilmes of Ellsworth was visiting in the city with friends Quindaro, Kansas. Our Merchandise For Spring...... 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Make yourself at home in this McManus . With one price to all—Service—Reliability and Courtesy inter- spered with large operations that make these things possible. Courtesy—Service—Reliability to all—We appreciate your trade. Make yourself at home in this store. Newton, :: Kansas. She sang a sweet solo and was the comic all through the play. Other good talent participated in the play. Mrs. J. West has returned to our city to make her home. We greet her many happy returns. The Emergency Club of the Macedonia Baptist church met last Tuesday, April 14, at the residence of Mrs. Hattie Thompson. After the general transaction of business, a dainty repast was served and the club adjourned to meet Tuesday afternoon Apr. 21 at the residence of Mrs. Jane Donley. Mr. Earnest Stello of this city, left last week for Denver, Colo., to make his future home. The Mission Circle tendered a most excellent program at the O. and M. hall Friday night. A large crowd was present and all report a nice time. Mrs. S. F. Malone, president of the Florence Crittenden Home, was in the city last week on some business. She gave some splendid remarks in our midst. Rev. Chas. Teal of Independence, Kans., passed through this city last Saturday enroute to Pittsburg, Kas., and stopped over a few hours. Rev. Britt Dodd joined him and also went to Pittsburg to attend the baptising of twenty candidates of the Mount Hebron Baptist church by Rev. Elias. Mrs. Jessie Kidd of Pittsburg, Kans., visited her relatives here a few days last week. Mr. Joc. Hamilton, Charlie Williams and Morris of Abilene, Kans.. spent Sunday in the city. Master Clarence Hudson, Ralph Hurston and Windel Williams left Sunday for Abilene to spend the day. Hororable A. D. Griffin of Topeka, Kans., and manager of the Topeka Plaindealer was in the city one day last week attending to business. Mr. Pleze Cox has returned home from a short visit in Kansas City, Mo. Rev. J. H. Vanlue, State Missionary, preached Tuesday night at the St. John Baptist church. A pleasing section was preached. Miss Pearl Martin who has been citing her sister, Mrs. Emma Isaac of Pittsburg has returned home. Mrs. Robert Cain of Pittsburg, Kans. was called to the bed side of her daughter, Mrs. J. B. Hunnigan last Wednesday morning. Mrs. Hunnigan is improving rapidly. The St. John Baptist Sunday school gave a beautiful Easter exercise at the church Sunday evening. The church was filled to its capacity. The debate held at the Macedonia church, Tuesday evening, Apr. 4 was very interesting. The subject, "Proved that the Negro should immigrate from the U. S." Negatives, Mr. A. G. Rogers, Mrs. Ada Gilbert and Miss Frankie Robertson; affirmations, Mr. Andrew Ditz, Miss Ma Hurriqn and Mr. G. Blackwell. The five judges decided in favor of the affirmations, so it up to them to go to Macedonia at one. The dedication of the colored Tabula hall was held Tuesday evening at 8:00. The program was most excellent. Some very nice addresses were delivered. BANTER SPRINGS, KANSAS. Mrs. John Grant, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Giant, who had been born in Kansas, now in Missouri, life, sunny morning April 19, at 5:15 o'clock a.m. She was 22 years of age. She always had a hard word and was a very wetly sufferer. She had a cheerful hope they and to know her was to the funeral services were held late afternoon at 2:30 p.m. at 110 S. Loves A. M. E. church, Boy Grill place and Rev. Cole offered the honorary pallbearers were as follows: Mrs. Dulhan Brown, Henri- etta Foley, Ruby Brown, Misses Love A. L. La Pellis, Netella Norman. Mrs. N. N. Gilbert and Mrs. J. A. G. Blackwell visited Mrs. Gilbert's Sister, Mrs. D. A. Hits in Pittsburg, Kan., last week, also Mrs. R. A. Certwright and Mrs. R. H. Walton in Parsons, Kan., and they have returned and report a pleasant visit. Rev. Giny, pastor of the C. M. E. church baptised the candidates for his church last Sunday, April 19. Mr Sire Doll an old settler of this city about 90 years of age, who has been sick for some time, passed from this life to another. Thursday evening, April 16th. He requested that the preaching of his funeral be withheld for three weeks and his body laid to rest, Friday morning in Uniview cemetery. The Mt. Oive Baptist church was at a high tile Sunday, April 19th, Rev. C. R. Buster, our noble Divine, preached a sermon that aroused his saints and clerics. He bathed the congregation in tears. It was a day that will be treasured up in the hearts of the people and will be long remembered. He also preached a grand sermon Sunday night. Miss Pearl Hampton is visiting her aunt, Mrs. Ellis in Pittsburg, Kansas. Visit the Tennessee Drug Store everything in the drug line. Rev. J. W. Lavender was called to Galena, Kauai, Monday, April 20th to preach the funeral of John Chapman, one of the old residents of Galena. He and Rev. Lavender were old friends together and attended school at the same time. WARNING TO THE PUBLIC Beware of one Howard B. Bardean who has credentials authorizing him to solicit business for The Topeka Plaindealer. You are hereby notified not to transact any business with him. He is a defaulter and embezzler of several dollars, which he collected and converted to his own use. He is about 5 ft. 5 in. in height and could pass for a half breed Indian or Mexican; very talkative and represents himself as being an instructor of motion picture plays. He is very much infatuated with young women and is quite a "masher." Anyone seeing or hearing from him will favor us greatly by reporting same to this office. Several Galena people attended the funeral of Miss Pauline Grant Tuesday. Rev. C. P. Bruster left for his home Monday afternoon in Colleyville, Kansas. The I. S. I. Art Club met last Wednesday afternoon, April 15, at the beautiful home of Mrs. N. I. Cox, 516 E. Fifth street. The club was called to order by the president, Mrs. J. E. Gilbert, roll call and each member responded with a quotation. The afternoon was spent very joyfully in fancy needle work. After the general routine of business, a very delicious luncheon was served by the hostess. The club adjourned to meet next Wednesday afternoon at the home of Mrs. J. A. Dodd, 503 Santa Fe street. BARBERSHOP FOR SALE I offer for sale my barbershop— three chair combination—3 Bath rooms proclean tubs, Cigar cass and stand. Laundry branch. Space for pool tables, etc. My bush pos is well established having beeh some block fourteen years. My rea son for selling is on account of my health, must go to a warmer climate. I offer catio fixtures at a bargain Address or call in person The concert rendered at William's hall Friday evening, April 17 was excellent. The play entitled "Aunt Deboraha's Luncheon" was very comical and Mrs. A. G. Grant, acting as old maid was /seed laughable. J. B. Lester, 657 Grand Ave. Kansas City, Mo. The Store last Sunday.