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ti YAe ‘ on * oh oy : i. , : + Sex ty . t 4 “eR TODEK A : AC ALE ” A ASIPEL . AW A JAP: . ESE a " ’ l wae ~- : ' = sees . He ‘ Sixteenth Year. No. 21, _ TOPEKA, KANSAS, “FRIDAY MORNING MAY 29, 1914; Price $1 50 Per Year." Tomorrow a GCratefil Nating Wik C..) be Ue Menke ak eW@6@683§Wr O—OXWnMee eae OT AN EDITORIAL SQUINT | AT SOUTHERN KANSAS Editor Chiles Writes Eniertainingly ~About the People and Their Pro- -, gress in the R.chest and Most Fertile Section of Kansas. 2 ret . = . ee TE re nee Le eae Ee ee sa and stopped at Ft Scott, Lol Chatute, Parsons, Oswego, Cherry vale, Independence, Coffeyville, Pitts burg, Weir, Columbus and Girert also Winfield and Longton.” Ft. Scott. At Fort Scott we found the col ored people still holding their own but not making much progress along business lines, Dr. McLemore anc Dr. Hawkins are two of the leading physicians and are enjoying a lucra. tive practice. We met Grand Mas. ter Hawkins of Prince Hali Grand Loige and principal of the schoo! there. He reports the fraternity in good condition and everything run. ning smoothly, Dr, J. W. Brown, the young veterinary surgeon is mak- ing good. We are compelled to say what this young man is a modet for the young men of the race to follow, ‘He ts forging his way to the front amd is considered ane of the best veterinary surgeons in the state, He kas only been practicing a few years and is making great headway. We think the colored people should Srganize in Fort Scott and put in a few restaurants and confectionery atores and grocery stores and-make a@ showing. They have several stone contrac. tors. There is a great movement a0 Zool "tohave more-selored people ‘engaged in the truck farming~busi- nes) that will be great benefit to the race, Tola, Kansas, | Ozr next stop was lola, a beauti- ful little town and headquarters of ene of the largest cement works in the state, although busindss is a lit- tle quiet at this time. The people aeom to be at a standetill, for the reagv we think thet there are too many In the town and not enough on the farm land. Now, if they would eet out of town and start a little truck farm, get an incubator, few hogs and chickenk, it would only be a watter of a short time before they would be self-sustained and indepen- dent. an Pav. T, W. Green [Is building o mew church on Buckeye strect. It wail be known as Ward’s Chapel und was been in course of erection for some time, and Rev, Green was sent phere to complete the building. He paa raised over $1200 from October yo May. The chure has a seating mapacity of about 500 and a nice lit- fle pipe organ, (he people have |, ereat confidence in Rev, Green andj, ue deserves great credit for the work | 1¢ La doing in Tole, | Mr. and Mrs, 8, J. McMullan, 22241, N. Colburn are smong? lola’s most), progressive citizens, Mrs, McMullan |; as assumed the responsibility aa}; er Christian duty 'to look after the rphana, Since she has taken charge | ; he has had 16 children, 11 girls and| boys. She has one little boy byl, he name of Freddie, and he is one]; f the brightest I:ttle fellows we |, ave ever met. He can cite scrip-/, ure. sing and recite as easily and/, eadily ag a child in the 6th or 7th}, rade. He is only five yeara of age], nd is very industrious, He looks} 4 ftee the chickens and gathers eggs! , nd itvs, McMullan is certainly |p roud of him. fs We met Mrs. Chae Watson and], se daughter, Miss Maggie, her niece,} 4 ‘03, Susie Good and her granddaugh- | } r, Anna Andereon, She has been| o; alting her sister, Mra, W. W, Flelds| o id her daughter, Mrs. Fred Duncan. | tc ns children have been in school In} m is, Mrs. Wateon is a native of} p’ eginia and is now returning home.| w 1¢ will represent the Plaindealer at} m home. While in Kansas she had} rc little granddaughter born to het.| o1 .¢ has been named Helda. fo Chanute, Kansas, In At' Chanute we found a fine little} ar wn ahd the cement works and R./ wi gre employing a few colored peo-| of “Ctr pS aban ben auimedl oe "| Vanier Webster ls messenger at th | Firat National Banh and is an ol ‘| zesident of Chanute and an old re y-lable citizen. | We visited the country home o Mr. and Mrs, J. B. Odair. He ha: a neat l.tile 6 room bungalow, locut jed on an acie of land. ile has 2 head of hogs and two or three hun dred chickens ond a fine truck gar. den. He has sold over two hundred dozen egga this sprirg and resentiy sold 11 hos that netted him a neal little sum. He Is raising more on this one acre than many people are on 100, He enjoys the company of his wife and daughter who lochs after the poultry. If more of our colored famillee would get out of town and engage in this kind of business, it would not be long before they would be indeperdent. He is a cook by profession and while he is working, his chickens and hogs are growing into money. Mr. W. M. Gaston, an old veteran and an employe in one of the leading mills in the southern part of the state is well and hearty and a good substantial citizen. Mr. Clay Landis, formerly of Cherryvale, Is conducting a nice res- taurant at 518 E. Main. He is. a firet class cook and han a fine cafe and Is doing well. ile understands thacworking of the chill ‘front a! te x, He has a highly accomplished daugh ter who will bo our correspondsnt. Parsons, Kansas. We stopped at Parsons a few days This {s the headquarters of the M. K. and T. R. R, where they employ several colored people as porters and in the shops. The colored people are doing fairly well, but still there is room for improvement, They have no first class restaurants or cafes, but we are told they are preparing to open a large ice cream parlor this summer. We are proud to say there are some progressive colored people in Parsons who are making ood. Mrs J. Henderson, formerly of St.: Louis, owns a nice residence at 51% S. 2nd street, where she is conduct- ing a millinery business. She Is a first class milliner and enjoys a fine rade among both white and colored. She has quite an experience. slong his line and has practiced her trade|/ n Chicago and St, Louis, She manu-| actures her own shapes and practi-| ‘ally makes the entire hat. She s a skilled woman and when the! | adies want a stylish and fashion-| ible hat they call on Mrs. Henderson. | | et the women in other towns who re crying about hard times, ,put heir talents to good use as this + oman has and success will foltow.|. ler husband is employed in the Rail } toad service, ! Perle Tipton, the house mover is, s olng fine busineas, We met Mr. I.'] {, MeMurray who 18 section foreman n the Katy line and whenever there} ¢ } a wreck or anything serious they p ill on him, because he knows just} ¢ hat to do. He was born in Tenn-|h ‘see, near Christiana and came to/d ansas in 1880 and settled at Bax- + Springs, where he received his| E st experience at railroading, worke| P gen what was known as the Mem-/5 is and Gulf R. R. Mr, McMurray] n a gentleman of light complexion| o \d could be mistaken for a foreigner! al railroad man from Texas asked] e m to assist in putting in a switch} ai “spur, not knowing he was a col-| a ed man. The job was so satisfac-| H ry thatehe was put over 25 white! cl yn the next day to complete a, ci ece of track. Still not knowing he| 2 1 a colored man, he was recom:| th ended to the high officials of the| ac ad and he was ylven this sectlon| al t of Joplin, Mo, He worked as reman for the Katy several years) a Oklahoma, He is 56 years of age| G. d has 7 children. He stands high! ar th the superintendent and officers} in; the road and recolved letters of | pi nirendation from the offfcthls, bu rere a see ee ee ls doing. He has ordered « moto car to take the place of the old hani car at his own expense. He know it will save time and money. ‘W. consider him a very progressive mai and the race should feel proud o him, We do not understand why th Katy officials let the brakemen us 80 much liberty on thelr syatem am not have them to do more work of take some of their pay and give ¢ the porter who is doing the work 6! both, We think that the board -o! Directors should look into this, ma¢ ter as they would save the company several hundred dollars, The brake. man is rather an ornament, .He helps on a few ladies and takes his seat in the rear of the car and en. tertains. The porters have ¢o clear the brakeman’s lamps and imple- ments pertaining to the train, while the brakeman smokes his cigars and hat ha! with the guest. They get $8500 per month and the porter $45.00. The porters on these south- erm roads should organize a union for their own protection, While at Parsons we were the guest of Mr, Pete Hogan and wife, who have charge of the Rorabaugh Bldg. Their daughter Coryne is s0- Nelting for the Plalndealer In thie city. Mr. and Mrs. 1. W. Wadley an Corning avenue have built a neat little bungalow. Mrs. Aritha Dor- sey Claytgn haa » fine hair dressing parlor and employs several young ladies. She is one of the leading halr dressers in the West. She has two fine children a boy and a girl, and Is a sister to Mr. J. M. Dorsey, of the Topeka Plaindealer. Her. mother and two nieces, daughters of Mr. J. M. Dorsey, live with her and they have a happy family. Mr. Dore sey has two highly accomplish daughters, one gratuating from th from the High school next spring} Mrs. Dorsey in tery active and if] good health and delight in the pines of her children and ‘grand? shitdren. Mrs, Shepherd conducts a path house and manicuring depart. ment, and is doing fine business, Miss Victoria Nestfield In teaching at chetopa and has been reelected. She sa lady of high attainments and vill make a good teacher. Percy Robinson is the leading politician nd most of the candidates call upon jim for information and he attended he Republican pow wow at Oswego. ‘he ‘colored people have two clothes leaning establichments ond are suc- eeding very well} We were the! west of Mr. and Mra, Percy Robin-|' on at their home on Clark street.| {rs. Robinson Is a fine entertainer] ' nd it is a source of pleasure to tahe| meal with them. She is a first] ' Jans cook and a person never gets] way from home as long as he can ine with them. We met Misees|' earl Rhodes and Carrie Davis, who} ! re attending school at Emporia and|' ime to Parsona to attend the board| ‘ eetine. Ono will be selected for} ' we ensuing year to succeed Miss}! offey, who has resigned, and it {| * amored, will be married to v vais)? ypular young man in June. Ir Oswego, Nansaa, ' At Oswego, the county seat, there ems to be an industrious class of lored people, They own ‘aod mes and seem to be progressing. 4 ost of them have truck garden ° d farms and they are doing well ( r, P, H. Smiley conducts a truck, © We attended the exerclsen of thel f untry, There are severat colored, !# ople there engaged in the truck! ¥ yming business and sre raising ge and chickens und shipping re ‘ ce, We attended the exercires of th. hi oker T, Washington school where! *! o. Easter and Miss Olivia Porter! ° » teaching. We must say there [s{ 2 : a finer lady teacher in Kansas|!t the Went than Miss Porter and|*! » Is loved by all the pupils, The |*t srelues were fine and the scholars! *t » to be commended on the panera I recitationa given+ there, The {ha Ppand other property. Mr. Wm. Rice ‘|is employed in the Ruel Rolling Mitle }]and has been employed in this place {for 27 years and owns one of the 1] ices, homes in Oswego, surrounded |] by a beautiful lawn, shrubbery and {also a large poultry yard in connec: thon, Independence, Kansas, | The colored people at Independence |Wave two barber shops and a pool {hall and this fs all’ They have no {first class restaurants, rooming and eating houses, no grocery stores ot other businesses, Along this line, they seem to be going backward in- stead of forward. We were the the guest of Mr, DeHart, one of the leading politicians of this section of the country. Hera we met Manuel W. Velain and his famous bear, He and his bear are great entertainers and any one wishing to engage he and his bear for picture shows or vaudeville, address Manuel W. Fe- lain, Independence, Kansas, This is anid to be one of the best educated bears in the world. Ho has purchas- ed a new wardrobe for himself and bear and has several new acts ho is ready to put on Jn pleture shows and, vaudeville houses, They will do well to write him. Coffeyville, Kansay, | We were at Coffeyville and were highly entertained by the Clover Leaf Club composed of about 22 mem bers of the best people of Coffey- ville und surrounding towns. They have a similar club at Independence and both are great whist players, We witnessed a great game between Coffeyville and Independence at Coffeyville, and Independence car- sled away the championship and prise that had been held by Coffey- ville. There was great excitement and fun throughout the game. Lunch- eon was served afterwards. We must givé them credit in this part of the state for being ¢he best club men in the state among cylored people. Raha, score was 22% to 208. Dr, Davis is “*president of the Independence club and J. Hf, T. Smith of the Cof- peyville club, ‘The death of Mr, Foster Williams, pioneer citizen and groceryman, off, Coffeyville, has cast a gloom over the colored population of the state.|' He leaves a wife and five little chil-|' iren to mourn his demise. At one]| ime Mt. Williama was one of the]! wealthiest men in the state, He |’ eaves a fine two-story press brick wuilding on Walnut street, He did] nuch for the uphft of the race. He]! elped them in trouble and fed them}! shen hungry and when people had]! jot a dollar or a friend they would| ‘ Iways call on him, We hope those] ! ‘hom he helped will not forget his vidow and orphans in their distress.| " Ve hope his friends will take an in-|F erest ii hix children and see that! ' hey ure cared for, He spent hia realth and energy for his ruce and! ! hen the end came he fell by the! ayside with scarcely a dollar or al jiend who came to the relief of him|% nd his family, Many friends in the| tate will be grieved to hear of the} © se to the race. He was a Chris." an, uptight gentleman. Peace to iF js ashes, Longton, Kansan. : We virited Longton, Kansas, a lit-| 6, e town of about 500 Inhabitants and | ily two colored people, Miss S. HJ 4, mith and her mother, They ‘own| ghty acres of Jand just two miles] ., om town and a fine residence. The} w nd was homesteaded by her husband 9, ho was born in Kentucky and came, Kaneas in 1871, notwithstanding] ¢, has been dead several years, the| ¢, dow has kept the farm Intact. She th s three daughters, two married andj e daughter living with her, Thia{ e has purchased an acre of land|y. d has erected a six room houre on| 5 and has chickens, hogy and fruit. 5, e is making a living on this little; ce of soll, She conducts a Jittle!,,, re, where she selis tea, coffee, ete. 9 e is bright and Industrious and 1 4, s never been morried. This Is = Pile lle cert a a eed Pittsburg, Kansas, We stopped at Pittsburg a few days and muat sey that it is one of the best cities In Kansas at this time, We found more buildings going u here than at any other piace we vis ited. This in where the Masoni Grand Lodge will meet this year an Great preparations are being mad or its entertainm@it/ «Mrs. John Ellas ts our correspondent and agen’ and she will also make the surround Ing towns and solicit business. Rev 8. A, Williams, who {s employed a the K. C. Southern railroad is doing fine and his wife ts one of the popu lar teachers in the public schools He hae recently erected an auditorium that will seat about four hundred and also erected a new church. We have had = vague Idea abou! socialism and the socialist party. We had the pleasure of meeting many soctaliste In Cherokee county in the past week and we now have a different opinion of them. We be- Mleve they are the most sincere peo- ple and honest politicians and office holders ue have ever meg, They want to see the poor man better his condition and do it in an honorable and orderly way, and they are force- ful in thelr expression as to how it ean be done. We tet Mra, Careline Lowe, who is deputy district clerk and a socialist. She ts a fine lady, well educated and has studied the economical question and all other questions along this line. She is a candidate for the Twenty-first repre- Politicians and ) Business Men By A. D. GRIFFIN. © ; | Having just returned from a thre }} weeks’ tour ayer part of Souther jand Southeastern Kansas, we con cluded to jot down a few of our ob servations, experiences and the de lightful things in general, which w passed through. The great fields o: waving ripening wheat which greet ed our vision on every side was cer tainly wonderful, Farming in all o {ts various departments waa being purhed along, No one seemed to be idle or in need of work, Everywhere the busy wheels of In- dustry were buzzing and in the cities and smaller towns, factories, shops, mills and stores were working full time, Elevators were being put in order to recelve and care for the immense crop of wheat, During our itineracy we visited many places and noted great Im- provements since our previous trip, We had a little time for sight see- Ing and buainesa in the historic old town of . Fort Scott—Bourbon County. We met many old friends and ace qusintances here, some of our ad- vertisers and subscribers, and gath- ered in a good number of new pat- rons, The Fort continues to im- prove in a substantial business way, The population is increasing and ovr people are doing excellent. Schools and churches in a healthy, prosper- pun condition. The political war rlouds are beginning to gather about the oftice-seekera headquarters. We interviewed quite a number of ur people as well as some of our white brethren and found many| ails set and filling with thie inspire: ng breezees of the Hodges adminis- ration for another term, The Gov- rnor has many friends here. At he pronperous and beautiful city of Girard. | We ran counter to nome of the| est, most obliging and hospitable | eople we have had the pleasure of | haking hands with in many days, 1 Business reported good; atl handa| usy and our people eharing the|/ ame Godsend blessings, It seems], hta all hands and the cook down} n these parts work harmoniously gether for the general good. Sn- jalism hes its home here, but at ' ae fame time you can find an hones’ | j id Democrat who has worket out ' f the harness and an occasional Re- t ublican who Is fast changing his R fiment for Democratic fabrics. In] aving Girard our route took acioral, ie beautiful prairies of green tol, ¢ famous coal fields of f Pittsburg, ' This city has every eviderce of!y dustry end prosperity. We had|- @ pleasure of meeting many of sentative district. She ts one of the national officers of the, womens’ or- ganization with headquarters at the National Capital. She is kind and af- fable and we do not see how they can defeat her, She was also a dele. gute to the womens’ meeting at Washington, D.C, We also met thee’ sheriff and deputy sheriff who sre also soclalists, They are two fixe men and love their country amd party, The colored people of Pittsburg who wére clamoring for separate schools are backing up now. The school board bas erected # schéol in the extreme northern part of. the city and the colored children have to walk several miles, This was caused by a few foolish colored men. W. W, Caldwell and brother ore making money. They trim and eet out trees and have all the work they can do, Girard, Kansas, = At Girard we met a young maa, a. Mr, Langford who is conducting a first-clase clothes cleaning establish- ment, and is doing nicely. We geo met Hon, D, H. Wooley, candidate for judge on the non-partisan ticket, He is forty-one years of age and bas resided in Crawford county for twen- ty-four years. He is fudge of the district and the people speak in the highest terms of him. the leading business men, who took pride In telling us of the many et- traétions, business enterprises and improvementa. The city is ru nlng along upon an almost even financial basis. The miners are doing much business and many new residences and other bulldings ara being erceted. ‘The colored population have no eam. plaints to make and are prospering with the rest. The present indiea- tions here are that the voting popu- tation of Pittsburg will not be as largely Republican as it has been. The sentiment agalnst the old party in this portion of Crawford county, Is undergoing a decided change and a new Democrat is being ushered in every day, We left Pittsburg favor- ably Impressed with the energy end push of its people and the pride which they take in their schools, in- stitutions and business enterprises. Taking the trolly car, we were soon pulling toward Columbus, the capi- tal of Cherokee county. The cars were well filled with passengers and all the talk was Hodges and the political situation in Kanaaa. We surely had some handshaking and political speaking, When they found out that we were of the Plaindealer, ind from Topeka, we were plied with hundreds of questions ‘The arcergcrs were nearly equally divid- ‘d politically, though there seemed ‘0 be an undercurrent pulling to- vard the Democratic shore, Many f the opposition will vote their to. al or county ticket straight, but for jovernor, Hodges seems to be the rawing card. At Columbus, We found a hearty growing Demo: ratle feeling. If anything, the party 1 coming to the front again and the lodges movement is favorable for Is election, It was somewhat dif- rent at Baxter Springs. They were few true and tried old line Demo- rats here, some of the colored race ave become tinctured with Demaec- acy and will vote the ticket this It, Business 1s good and the neo- le neem to be happy and contented rom Baxter we went over to Galena. Where we found everything hut e Galena of ye olden days. There nothing like the businesa there ed to be, There are great quani- 1 of mineral in store in the re- ; ons about there yet, but the trouble ems to be that the lands are in e hands of Eastern canitalists who 6 playing a came of freeze out the aller ones, Here we found our rmocratic friend, Senator Sapp. « » was In a jubilant state over tha (Continued on Page 8.) eee eg ee eS C= = = ea =F a Oehar ae < ra \ foes te * a SEB! TTY wy ENE 2S oe ULAR AEE, Tae"? | 29 ng Ee trend EO te eS oe Se Pr tee: es . ' . 3 . ’ vee = . ae ERS Bg erg Re the Te 8 ergy a } © 7 * : OS Wbca acxt there ne Sept é THE AMERICAN NEGRO. Jue Relationship te the While Race “And What His Fellowship Should & be d oe READ, THINK AND LET IT NOT . BE FORGOT, . ee Gee Washington rebelied agains! the best government of modern times —a nation which protects its sub- Jeet and flag under any and all cireumstances—Great Brittan. Mi ‘revolt culminated in the inde. pendence of the thirteen original states; and the declaration, that all mea se created free and equal and andowed' with certain fnalienable righty was written upon the consti- tutshe of a free country. The Negro was made a party to the citizenship and a helpless sub- fects‘ drought from the land of his natiyity in iron and sold into a vile ang cruel slavery No recognition was taken of his Inalienable rights, por was he consulted regarding his future condition or liberties, though in @ land freshly mouided by the hands of liberty, justice and equality. Ihe prosperity and opulence of the south; ber fecund acil, touched the hang of honest labor, fielding mil- Jione ef monies in the production of cotton, cane tobacco and corn, made posible the forward growth and pro- gressive development of tke North, and enriched the nation. The-Negro was the basic principle of all the industries, progress and acheivements of America. He has been identified with our na- tions every interest, so common to all; be was the toiler of toilers, and a sctdier among our country’s brav- est and noblest patriots, and was ever the faithful servant and friend of the white man and the defender of bis fireside. He was emancipated, the shack- les of his thraldom torn from the calloused limbs, and turned upon the fnhospitable desert of inhumanity penniless, naked, ignorent and home- less. He has never deserted the flag of hie country—America—and uncom- plainingly accepted each and every situation. He has accomplished much during the past forty-five years, and still stridmg onward and upward for “which he richly deserves meritorous consideration, He made no more than the means and ways of obtaining aid to a still higher and loftier elevation of man- food and competency; more exalted positions; to have an equal right in the persuit of happiness, gain and representation He asks that he have a chance in the struggle of life, to a fair sompetition with his fellowman, black or white, in the progressions, trades, bustness activities, legislative bodies and be permitted to take part in the affairs of man and his country. He asks in respect to his sensi- tive nature and manly pride, for the abolishment of “Jim Crow” Jaws, and unnatural and unlawful dis- erlmination, and to be recognized for hig pure manhood, ability and honos regardless of color, Be has no desire or inclination te affitiate in your social affairs, or in- trude upon the domains of your home circle, neither does he count sueh a proceedure upon your part— ne association other than those of strictly business, civic or legal rela- tions. He is as near a true American titisen as any within our boundaries He is nearer to us snd our homes and inétitutions than Italian, Gree} or Mexican, in fact he is an orna: ment, set in ebony, a light shining out of darkness, and the best piece of furniture in the broad home, o! American independence, A solution of the Negro problem now confronting the people, require: no mathematical prodigy nor geo metrical genius to untangle; no an alylitical chemist, with retorts anc industry and thrift and his faith- fal service to his employer, during his rapid ascension from elavery to his present station of cit(senship. If the Negro is far more compe- tent or capable of discharging the duties or functions required.in any gven avocation, profession or dip- lomatic circle, than his white brother why not give the Negro the job—he deserves it. What an employer wants is an employee who can and will prodags fesulta regardless of color or previous condition of ser- vitude, What the nation wants are men who will tegistate for the la- borer, the producer as well as the consumer, and who will formulate and pot into activity lawe for the greatest good of al; the upbuilding of our social, political, financial and moral world. In total, give the Negro an equal competitive opening. If he ia the man for the place, put him in it and rest assured he will make’ good. Cease to antagonize him; to call him “Nigger? “Coon,” “Shine,” and apply to him other vile and unchris- tian epithets, Rather give him a kind word, pat on the shoulder, “how- dy do” encourage him in his work, deal honestly with him and respect him for what he fs, put one arm around the blood stained crose of that man of sorrow and with the other, reach down and pull your Ne- gro brother from the sewers of ig- norance and disma) swamps of poll- tical and business ostracism and put his trembling limbs upon higher ground. Do this, and angels from the battlements of high Heaven will look down and smile on you, while nations to come will rise up and call you blessed. eee Statements that the Democrats will fire alt Negro employes in the government service on July 4—In- dependent Day—ia purely seneational. The Negro clerks in Washington have to endure many dieadvantages, it is true, but this applies anywhere and everywhere in America. oee | The time is right now, not to- morrow, for the Negro to stand up for hia constitotional rights, and de- mand of the candidate who seeks his vote a just and rightful recognition. No soft soaping or dlarny goes; get down té business and fet the politician know that you are a part and parcel of the brotherhood of men, oes The Negro must under no circum- stances surrender his leadership. Our white brethren can assist us but ‘the Initiative and general direction of ithe fight must remain with the Ne- ero. eos | Vardamaniem has been knocked out In the United States Senate Ahe Honorable gentlemen stood to- gether and tore race prejudice to pieces. eee What the Negro wants in this country is his race pride and race duty. Without these he will surely [fait and be tramped to death. The ballot will be denied him; his schools will be closed; he will not be allowed to ride on public conveyances with white people, his home blown up and domestic ties sundered. Wake up and Jet the world know you are civi- [tized and a part and parcel of this great commonwealth, : By DR. G. R. NUNNALLY, PITTSBURG. KANSAS. The Church Aid Society of Mount Hebron Baptist church met Friday evening of Jast week at the home of Mrs. H. Hopkins and a very pleasant time was spent. The following pro- gram was rendered: Song, by th¢ society; prayer by the president; scripture reading; paper, “Hospital- ity,” by Mrs. Stovall; talk on the paper by Mrs. Giles and the pastor, Rev, J 1, Elias; solo, Mrs, Webber; inst, solo, Mrs. L. Glass. After the program a dainty two-course lunch: con was served by the hostess. The society adjourned to meet next at the church, Excellent services were held at Mt Nebron Sunday of last week, At 1! o'clock after song vervice the theme was “Don't Waste Your Lord's Goods,” and the pastor preached ar excellent sermon, At 8 o'clock p. m Rev. I. G. Cooper preached a ver; powerful sermon Mrs. J, W, Plere rendered a beautiful solo, Dr, L. N, Bass who has been some | wnat indisposed is better at thi writing. Mrs. F, May and ittle Ernestin Armstrong visited in Chetopa Bat urday and Sunday of last week Mr. John Pierce visited in Girar Sunday, Miss Susie Weakley was at Co! umbus Sunday to attend the funers of Mr, Lee Gunn, Mrs. D A. Elias ja numbered wit | the sick, Rev, J. T. Elias will deliver th jelass address before the Sth grad ] students at Parsons Friday night. | The U. B P, and 8 MM. T. onde gave a social Thursday night of last week at the home of Mrs. F, May and a very nice time was had. Neen ence cc ea nce nee eamamnt The Bulkley cmos’ y Company, SALINA, KANBAS, EXTENDS to the Colored People 0 Moat Hearty Welcome to Come ta and Visit this Yeutl Receive Courteous Treat- meat and Find Here Large Acsert- ments of PRY GOODS, MILLINERY, READY-TO-WEAR GAR. WENTS, SHOES AND AC. CESSORINS. — Send Your Mail Orders to— The Bulkley Dry Goods Company. WE PAY POSTAGE. Se) ae alae ‘ IRON MOUNTAIN BETWEEN TOPEKA — AND — PORT SCO1T, PITTSBURG, WEB) CITY AND JOPLIN Leave Topeka af 9:00 a. m. ¥. & NIPPS, Ticket Agent Paone 371. THROUGH TRAIN SERVICE H. T. GEEDER,M. D. PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON, PITTSBURG, —-:—~ KANSAS Office: 12444 E. Third §t, Phones: Office 1475; Res, 1945. —Diseasea of Women q Speciaity— LS D.W. HAINER, DRUGGIST. Drugs, Medicines, Paints, Oils, Toilet and Fane Articles, Fine Perfamery, Books and Statlon- ery, Cigars, Tobacco and Pifes. NYAL'S FAMILY MEDICINES. 603 Commercial St., Phone 326 EMPORIA, KAN Sargent... and Kincaid Fine Groceries and Meats, ‘Fish, Oys- ters and Poultry. Both Phones. West 783 901-3 N. 10th KANSAS CITY,KAS When fn Omaha THE: PATTON : HOTEL N. P, PATTON, Prop. (2 Blocks So, of Union Ststion.) —CAFE IN CONNECTION.— Meals at All Hours. Phone Douglas 4645. 1014 16-38 South 11th St. OMARA, : NEBRASEA ———_——————— HAIR—NAIR—HAIB BAST INDIA HAIR MAGIC TAIYLAK The enly Hair Oil made in India, and imparted te the United States. Guaranteed te promote the grewth of the Hair and the fonctions ef the “Sadbsccons” glands. Cures dandrof and prevents the beir from falling out Pesses softening and straigh tening qualities. PRICE $1 00 PER BOTTLE. Mail Orders Promptly Filled. A! charges prepald, Address THE BAST INDIAN HAIR MAGIC AGENCY, 2928 Ogden Bt. DENVER COL —THE— | Konantz Undertaking and Carriage Co. —FUNERAL DIRECTORS AND— i LICENSED EMBALMERS, GEO, A, KONANTZ, Mgr, Telephone 174, 15 Wall St, FT. SCOTT, KAS. ene SITUATION WANTED —- Colored Tubs player, also a good ball player =—wamateur or Jeagve ball. Am 21 years old. Address, CLIFFORD ALSOP, 1010 South Becoud Street, Atchison, Kansas. NOTICE TO ; BAPTIST 8. 5. To the Baptists of Kansas: The Stats Sundsy Schoo! Conven- tion will, meet with the Topeka In- duatrial Institute, Topeka, Kansas, June 24 to 26th. We truss that each echool in the state will be represented either by delegate or by letter. The facilities for entertaining all who come are the best we have had, beautifal buildings, good water ahd the prom- enade grounds are just fine. It is our hope to raise $700.00 this aession for State misstons, Our Missionary pastor's fund is very much in need of help, also the Gun- flower Home at Lawrence is calling upon us for assistance. The program will be one of the best we have had. We hope to have with us Mr. A. C. Fowler of Texas, who Is authority on young people's organizations, upon tiving subjects, We wish that it was possible to have all our young Christian workers to hear him. You are requested to send the name of your delegate to the cot- responding secretary as soon as you hold your election. If you cannot send a messenger, please send $5.00 or as much as you can, for the work. Yours in his name, H. I. MONROE, President, Topeka, Kansas. MRS, J. L, HARPER, Cor. Sec. 539 N. Water St, Wichita, Kans. INDEPENDENCE, KANSAS. {Leghorn Vicinity.) This vicinity has been blessed with another good rain and there was a little hall, but not enough to do any damage to the crops. (The prospects for wheat and oats are splendid this year. A number of people from here at- tended the trial of Mr. John Davis at Independence on the 12 and 13. The children of -Mr. and Mrs. Booker are sick with the measles. Miss Stella Booker has been quite ill, but is improving. Mrs, A. W. Anderson and son of Eudora, Kas., once a resident of this vicinity, is visiting with relatives ‘and freinds in Independence. Mr. and Mrs, Anderson left this vicinity in 1912 to make their home in Can- ada, but dit not like the country; s0 they are back to the Sunflower State for better times. . Mr. Jesse Briggans visited with his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs, Wat- son, near Dearing, last Sunday. Mr, and Mrs, Edward Wesley and Mr, and Mrs. John Wesley of Inde- pendence, visited at the Wesley res- idence last Sunday. Mr. Clarence McFarland was alec a visitor ag the Wesley home Jast Sunday. Mr, and Mrs, 0, W. Reddins and Mr. and Mrs, W, E. Jones of thie vicinity, and Mrs. A, W. Andersor of Eudora, were entertained by Mr. and Mrs. Filmore Gritiker Sunday, Anna and Edward Reddins visited at the Briggans home last Sunday. Mr, and Mrs, 8. Coleman visited with Mr, and Mrs, A. Teal Sunday, Mr, Clarence Briggans visited at Sandy Ridge last Sunday. Mr, Arthur Treece was in Way. side last Sunday. * Mr. John Weaver had the misfor. tune to have his property in Inde. pendence destroyed by fire Sunds3 night. The cause is unknown. KANSAS CITY, KANSAS. The Twentieth Century Negro Po- lities! club was called to order by its president at 8:30 Saturday evening, May 16th. After discussing plans for the coming campaign and hear- ing various members’ views ‘concern- ing the school bond election which was voted on Tuesday, the 19th, the club endorsed the issue of the bonds, as it was Indicated that the colored school Jocated at 3rd and Virginia, was to get its share of the proposed improvement. “The Task of Each Member” was the subject handled by Attorney A. E. Shackleford, whe admonished all to be honest and sin- cere in their every effort and to pro- mote each and every interest of the Twentieth Century! Negro Political club, for the future good of the Ne- gro race. An able and pointed ad. dress was delivered by Mr, Nathanie Singletary, who is one of the wealth: fest men of our city, white or col ored, and doubtless pays more tare! than any five citizens of Wyandotte county, He referred to the cause o: backwardness in securing our polit! tal and civil rights and blamed mos of it upon the weak-kneed wardheel ers who have predominated in ov political affairs, and advised us t eliminate this parasite from our flel of action; and as we bad from th first decided that thie must be ou |duty, the club heartily cheered: th speaker and set out in a new ‘deter mination to go pn to that end. | WILLIAM MOORE, 7 Secretary 1872. 191d, , : e e | First National — | , ecco Bank.... . . WINFrELD, KANaAs, ‘"* Capital and Surplus - - $200,000.00 | ——s | W. C. ROBINSON, President. J. BE. DUNN, Vice Preuitent. ) R. H. BRADLEY, Cashier, H. E. COOPER, Ade't Cashite. | 42 Years Successful Business in Winfield, Kansas. | Buy Your Shoes - in Kansas... Gers forthe — Whole Family D d Hose f Cre Gane and eitics fer 25c Phoenix Silk Hosiery, 75c, $1, $1.50 Nelson Shoe Co., Quality Shoes and Hosiery. . 608 Minnesota Ave. Kansas City, . . - Kansas. N THE | .. DURLAND - SAWTELL FURNITURE COMPANY = Furniture, Pianos, Victor Talking Machines: SMLIPUITIMG OR Ce a ‘Undertakers and Embalmers. 117-119 WEST SEVENTH STREFT, JUNCTION CITY, KANSAB The J. E. Baker Mer. Co., Garden City, Kansas. THE COLORED PEOPLE OF GARDEN CITY all know that they are politely and promptly waited vpon when they enter our store, We make no distinction between white and black people, We apreciate your bust pers and want. There are good and bad eople of all colors in every com- munity. Those who pay their bills promptly we run accounts with, te be settled every week or month as the casa may be, Those who do nob pay promptly as agreed, we decline to run accounts with, whether they are white or colored, rich or poor, The J. E. Baker Mercantile Co. Thirty Years in the Milling Business... Bo we think me ee oes. i east be Insist upor, : The Shellabarger Mill and Elevator Company, SALINA> _- - - KANSAS, . y s , * ’ - A. 0. RORABAUGH Dry Goods Company 2MPORIA, KANSAB. —EVERYORING IN— .Dry Goods.. LAIR READY-TO-WEAR Cibrers AND Hope nouetiget tishlen on Your Mavey Posk— WHEN IN COLORADO SPRINGS —and want s— FIRST CLASS PLACE TO STOP CALL ON MBS, \ R BRAXTON, 915 K, Huerfane Bt, COLORADO SPRINGS, —:— COLO, —ror-— Sale or Trade 100-Acres Farm ters Sota als ag oss City, Raves property. ‘oes, (088) | A WILLIS ~ 1603 N. 36 8t. — Maness Oty en ? Sh eS FRY PRET Oe Fe Nee SBT 7 ba Se . “ Reta akin uml caw i cARte ute ean ae We, collate we Accel. mamas oh ac? LAWRENCE KANSAS. The Home Natianal Bank i Of Arkansas City, Kansas i? (ESTABLISHED 1388.) { Capital Stock.ss++sse0ee 860,000. 00 i Surplue (earned)... se0+ 75,000.00 af Profits (earned) ....ss000 29,568.58 y Clreulation seccersrevenes (8500.00 i Depovite csovsesecvcesensB23,206.64 : Total. ssereeereees$1,019,270,22 : We Invite Your Business. ‘ AJ H, DENTON, President. ‘ GEO. D. ORMISTON, Vice Pres. W, H. SMITH, Ast Cashier. R. A. BROWN, Cashier. | ibe drama given at the St. dames A. M. E. chorch May 12 was woll at- tended and $10.65 was realised as the proceeds. The drama was con- ducted by Mrs. C. A. Woode and it will be repeated at the Warren Bt. Baptist church May 29, . Rev. C. A. Woods had to undergo en operation on his neck May 14 by Dr. Harvey. He is able to be up, but was unable to preach Sunday, ‘the 17th, but was present to hear the services conducted Ly Rev, J. Cum- ming and Bir. Geo. Hunter. | Rev, J T. Smith, the popular pas- ‘tor of St, Luke ‘A, M. E. church, has been given the supervision of ,the Topeka District P, E. work during the illness of Rev. J. W. Wilson, P. E. Rey, Smith: will be assisted by Rev. C. A Woods and others to keep up the work of the district, He will still have charge of Bt, Luke. Mrs, C, A. Woods, esteemed wife of Rev. C, A, Woods, is an arduous worker Indeed and in truth, and is proving herself in every ‘particular a helpmeet. She is beloved by every: one and her kindness and sweet dis- position makes for her friends on every side. The choir of St. James A. M. E. church is said to be one of the bes! in Lawrence, The musical program at the Firat Baptist church Sunday night of last week was well attended and the col- lection was very good. Rev, Daniels preached for Rev. C. A, Woods last Sunday night and hie sermon was well delivered, full of lofty Ideals and good advice and was enjoyed by all in attendance. iMrs. Mattie Baker and daughter, Miss Cordell, and Mrs, Wright went to Kansas City, Mo., Saturday, May 16, to spend the day shopping and sight-seeing. “The New Era Milling Co.,: " “ ARKANSAS CITY, KANSAS, Syne *f “Polar Gel p Bear” Flour , / THE BEST FLOUR for Ps = family use. Insist on your aw 4 — Dealer giving you the best . i YS” —that, is “POLAR REAR.” BS : << Other excellent brands are s . MNOXALL and! X. T. 6." MANUFACTURED BY The New Era Milling Company Of Wellington, Kans. A Good Place to Bank. Capital Sack $50,00000. One Dollar Rtarta an Account in Our Savings Department. We Pay Interest on all Savings REMEMBER—A PENNY SAVED IS A PEN- NY EARNED—START NOV AT BANK OF COMMERCE, a good place to Bank. 1) ay Ti got RS B. B. ROSER, Pres. H. T. (HARBAUGH, V-Prea. OAS, P, HANGEN, Cashier G. E. HARBAUGH, Aaa’t. Cashier CHERRYVALE, KANSAS. . Mrs, Elnora Battle and son of In: dependence, were recent visitors in the city, guests of Mrs, Battle's par. ents, Mr. and Mrs, Richardson. Mra. 3. A, Kinnel of Oswego, wat here May 7,-and organized a B. Y. P, U. The officers are: Mr, Lincolr Roberts, president; Mise Bessie Teal, vice president; Miss Helen Parker secretary; Miss Tessie Wheaton, asst, secretary; Mrs. D. Hill, treas- urer, Miss Eva Matthews, who was re. cently called to Bartlesville, Okla. has returned. The delegates from Bethlehem Baptist Sunday school to the 3. E. District Sunday School . Convention at Parsons In June are: Mrs, D., Hill and Mr. Clarence Sanders. Services at Bethlehem Baptist A Splendid Cpportunty For Investment iin rei nee en enna Stock For Sale in the Kaw Valley Truck Farm Co. : + * 46 J.UNCORPORATED) * Growers and Shippers of Early Garden Vege- tables, Sweet Potato Plants, Tomato, Pep- per and Cabbage Plants, Potatoes and Watermelons, @eferencea: Commercial National B ank, Independence, Kansas. ~ Commercia} National Bank, Kansas City, Kansas. x Rev. J. R. Richardson, President, Rev. W. A. Bowren, Vice-President, Rev, D. B. Jackson, Treasures. OFFICERS AND DIRECTORS— H. P. Ewing, Secretary and Manager, a George McNeal, Asalstant Secretary. J.C, Branch, Assistant Manager, Nick Chiles, Auditor, I, F. Bradley, Attorney. Generel Oincea: 117 West Siath Street—H. P, EWING, Manager. Agents; J. P. MAYNARD, 2330 Vine Street, Dell Phone East 2330, REV. G. T. “MOSBY, 2404 Highland Avenue. DR. W. ROGER RUSSELL, DENTIST All Work Guaranteed to Give Satlafaction. S32 Kansas Avenue, - Phone 349 NEE NESE OFFICE HOURS: 9am to 12 am | 2 p.m. to 5:30 yp. m. | Tp. m. to 8:30 p, m. ‘Sunday by Appointment. DRM. L ROSS Physician and Surgeon Calls Answered at Night. Office and Reardence 720 Kansas Ave., Rooms 5 and 6. PHONE 3987 Catalogue of the Free! Free! Free! isctsiis of AGENTS WANTED! FINE CREOLE HAIR a gis Gea a“: I Pe E We are the largest dealers in Cre- aT ‘ ole Hair Goods, Raw Hair by the aa pound; Electric Combs, Etec., In this a country. We show a larger varisty - a Rar of styles and sell more Fine Creole 4 1 Wigs than any other manufacturer In “_ r H the United States. | ae Write for ceatalogue. IT IS FREE. | SAM WILLBR, HUMAN HAIR GOODS CO. P. ©. Box 298. Shreveport, La. 29 Inch Creole Switches 25¢ Each; 24 Inch 50c Fach. “Ute bourse: 9:80 to 10:30; 8 to a Bell phone 91. IR. THADDEUS P. MARTIN Physician fad Surgeon 832 Krasas Ave, | Residence: 1/26 Buchanan AL | Resid.ace phones: Bell 90)-% Ind. 2289 Re DR, 5. M. JAMISON, Physician ond Surgeon Kzamining Physician of the Knight and ‘ adles of Protection. Special attention to Diseases ef «Women and Private Diseases.. Office and Residence, © 827 Madison Bt. Bell phene 108 Both phones 776, Res, Belt Ge OLIVER A. TAYLOR, M. D. Physicine and Surgeon. (ice 884 Kansas Ave., over Cibler’, Drug Store, ecrose from Three Hotel. Calls Answered Day and Night. Rosidence: 1685 Van Bares & Whe Leecabereeree” woke “Grocery and Meat Market Cheapest and Best Place in City Trade 502-604 WEST TENTH AVE. PHONE 340 First Cisse Accommodations. Het and Cold Baths, Fifth St. Hotel, Mrs, J. W. PROWELL, Prop. Show Troupes A Specialty. Electric Lights. 8 Fest Fifth Bt. Phone Mata s010, church are dnteresting and fnstruc- tive and the work of Rey, Bruster, the pastor, ls appreciated, as is shown in the increased attendance, Mr, P, Giles, whu |e working in Kansas City, was home recently to visit hie family. The Plaindealer agents desire all who owe for the paper to make an effort to pay up. The A. M. E. church is planning for a grand rally in June and it will be known as “Flag Day,” Quick delivery will help in making the new grocery a success. Mr. E. B, Lyons of Coffeyville, was am recent visitor in the city, guest of Mr. A. M, Robinson, Rev, A. Fairfax of Parsons, one of the most able divines in the state, Preached at the Bethlehem Baptist chorch May 8, Mrs. C. C. Clay, wife of Rev, Clay, former psstor here, has moved back here from Kansas City, Mra. James Clay was recently call- ed to Baxter Springs on account of the death of her nlece, Miss Pauline Grant, who was alck for seven months Mrs, P. Giles, Mre, Hatly and Rev. Banks were recent visitors in Par- sone, The Ladies Club, a branch of the Eastern Star, met at the home of Mrs. M. E. Dixon and after the transaction of business, a dainty re- Past was enjoyed. Mra. MeMickles, who has been de- tained Indoors on account of an at- tack of rheumatism, is improving. Sunday, May 17, was baptizing day at Bethlehem Baptist church aud a spiritual feast was enjoyed. Rev. Cain preachet at the A. :1. E. church May 3, On May 2, a splendid program was rendered by the young people of Chetryvale, participated in by the very beat talent In the city. Each one performed well and received hearty applause. After the program refreshments were served and all en- foyed a nice time, Sunday evening, May 3, Miss Helen Parker ente(tained the fol- lowing: Miss Mary Teal and Mr. Charles Holt; Miss Bessie Teal and Mr. Clarence Saunders; Misa Beatrics Davis and Mr, Eugene Wheaton, Misa Harriet Davis and Mr, Roderick Cooper; Miss Mabel Cooper and Mr. Lincoln Robertaon; Miss Nannie Robertson and Mr. Clyde Teal: {iss Tessie Wheaton and Mr. Ellsworth Greene. All report a fine time KANSAS CITY. KANSAS. One of the most clasical and th most enjoyable recitals for a lon; while was the musical program ren dered by the female quartette fron Lawrence, assisted by Mr. E. Baker the violinist, and Mr, Booker of K U., last Wednesday evening at the Metropolitan Baptist church. Every number was encored. Miss Miller, the pianist, did moet of the training. Miss Mabel Dimmery and Miss Aline Smith deserve especial mention ac stars, for their fine voices. Mr. D. W. “White procured the musicians’ service for his church club and de- verves credit for hs selection, The Charter Club and Winners’ Club de- frayed the expenses of this fine en- tertainment. Misses Kate Figgins and Neosha Venab'e seng alto and second s0- prano in the famous quartette from Lawrence, Mr. Emanvel Murrill, a popular young man of Lawrence made a visit to our city Sunday, to accom- pany a certain Lawrence lady home. The entertainments at the Metro- politan church ended with a rally, and banquet Monday evening. <A large crowd attended the banquet. The church was decorated with vines and roses, The choir furnished music for the occasion. Rev. Prince of Ft. Worth, Texas, made a short talk and the clube made their final re- ports, The total reported raised, }was $1071.81. A very nice luncheon was served. | Mr, C. Daniels has atarted a clean- ing and dyeing establishment at 10th and Oakland Ave, Mr, Reed, our fine performers on the mandolette, has gone to Califor- nia where he has a position as mail clerk, His wife and child went with him. Miss Leota Stewart has been somewhat indisposed. Miss Aline Smith, who remained in the city after singing, was enter- tained by Mrs. Graham of Kansas City, Mo. Mrs. B. J. Frye and her sleter, Mrs. Inez Kennedy. She re- turned home Sunday morning. | They say there are to be from 7 to 8 weddings among the acheel maams this summer, Mr, J, W. Jones, the undertaker, has equipped his business with auto- mobile conveyances for funeral pur-' poses, Mr. and Mrs. Smith, on Nebraska avenue, are enlarging thelr home. Mra. Celesta Meeks, president of the Metropolitan Sewing Circle, is renewing much activity In that aux- Hilary. The G. A. R. Post and Sumner Relief Corps hold thelr memorial ser- ——A DRUG STORE———— « « AT YOUR DOOR... Phone or Mail Your Orders. A wire from our store to your home connects us 0 closely that vou practically have a drug store right at your door, Phone your ordor and If you are in the city, the goeds will te. detivend promptly by messenger. If yen live on aural 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 Buy Your Lodge Supplies mE ..Big Negro Firm.. The Love Real Co, GEO. W. K. LOVE, President. 2418 Flora Avenue. Kansas City, Missouri C. H. CAMPBELL, Midland Meat Market All Kinds of Meat at the Best Prices. Hot Days Are Here! For Cooling, Refreshing and Invigorating Beverages just go across the Terminal Bridge to THE COUNTRY CLUB BUFFET and get the largest and best Glasa of Beer in the world for a “gitney.” Goets's Celebrated Beer on Draught. Fine Wines and Liquors on Sale. DRY DALB, —:— MISSOURI. a ED ‘mon for Decoration at the First Bap- tist church Sunday. The Baccalaureate sermon for Sum ner High school will be preached at the church on Third street, Miss Viola Robinson who teaches in Kansas City, Mo. visited Miss Mabel Wilson from Friday to Sun- day afternoon. WIAWATHA. KANSAS. | The Sewing Circle held its regular meeting May 1, with Mrz. (sent Banks, and a splendid program was eonderea, after which a two couree tunchern was served, Mr, Ellington and son, Walter, were recent visitors in Atchison. It was an enjoyable trip for the latter after such a long illness. Mrs. Maggie Rutherford of Kansas City, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Graves, was a recent visitor in the elty, Miss Bertha Taylor, aged 14, was baptized Sunday, May 3, and after baptizing communion was taken. Mrs, Arthur Simms has returned after a pleasant visit at St. Joseph and Maysville, Mo. | The right hand of fellowship was extended to Mra. A. B. Cheek, Mra. Peatt Gamble and Miss Berths Tay- lor, Sunday, May 3, at the Third Baptist church, Rev. M. J. Smith, pastor, (The etork visited at the home of Mr, and Mra, Frank Duncan, April 30, 1014. Mrs, A. B. Cheek was bitten by a dog on May 4, and while the wound was painful, it was not as serious as it might have been. ‘The Literary has rendered Its last rrogram for the season. OLATHE, KANSAS. May 6, the Johnson county track meet was held at Snooks race track: Earl Snell of Spring Will High school won first honor In bigh jump, the prizo being -a gold medal. He also won second honors, (silver metal) in broad jump, distance being 18 feet 5 inches. Mra, Hunter Wright left Sunday night for Denver, Colo., where she wilt visit Mr, Wright's mother. Miss Lida Crump attended. the Neosho Valley District Board moct- ing In Fort Scott, the 14th and 16th of this month. The teachers and scholars of i.in- cotn school, accompanied by the par- ents and friends went to Snow Gill Fridey, May 15th for an outing. Quite a nice time was had playing base ball, fishing and other amture- ments. Gospel team No. & held services at the Second Baptist church Sunday afternoon at 3 o'clock. The services were impressive, interesting and in- atructive. The U. B. F's will give a ban- quet Wednesday evening May 20, in their ha"!, Mrs, Chas, Coleman, who hag been very sick is quite improved. Mrs. Sarah Tonoda is on the sick list, WANTED—A job as teacher in some colored ot mixed school{ I would like to get a position in this state if possible. I am « high school graduate, and can furnish ref- erence at any time. MISS MYRTLE STEWART, Stockton, Kansas, Box 33, I arms. eee q@ For Negroes. Colored mea, why act buy a farm tn @ lend where 8 wan le o mea, where ONE crop will pay for yout form. I can sell you e farm in loges cosnty, Kansas, PRICES FROM $36 TO $38 per acre; easy terme, good soll, beat climate. If you mean Dust sees, write S. E. CAREY, Atturney at Law, Russell Sprioge Kenses. CAPPER ENGRAVING COMPANY CAPPER BUILDING TOPEKA The Knights and Ladies of the Orient A FRATERNAL BENEFICIARY SOCIETY Will issue policies for yourself and children, paying Partial Life, Sick, Funeral, and Death Beneath in case of death. No home-loving man can afford to be without Life Insurance THE KNIGHT AND ORIENT is duly authorized by the laws of the State of Kansas, and is under the Superintendent of Insurance of Kansas. Its officers are bonded in a reliable Surety Company. Liberal terms to Agents. For information address NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS. 619 Kansas Avenue. Topeka, Kansas. OUR MOTTO: "Prompt Payment of Claims." JOHN M. WRIGHT PEARL McNEAL. National President. National Secretary WIGS WIGS Our Specialty. Send two cent stamp New 1918 Catalogue THE OLD REMIABLE Mme. Bath 446 8th Ave, Bt. 34th and Trolley To Cars leave Third and from 6:30 A.M. to 10:30 day Thursday and Friday nights last car leaves 13 Cars leave Tenth and on the even hour from 6 7:30 on Monday, Tuesday nights Saturday and 11 P.M., last car leave The Kansas City From Meat But Purest of cream, oughly pasteurized this the best of sweet and good. Packed fresh from odor proof package ness for you. Ask Y Mme. Baum's Hair Emp Ath Ave, Bt. 34th and 35th St. NEW YORK C Olley To Kansas Cars leave Third and Delaware every hour on on 6:30 A. M. to 10:30 P. M. on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday nights. Saturday and data last car leaves 12 o'clock midnight. Cars leave Tenth and Main, Kansas City, even the even hour from 6 A. M. to 10 P. M., theatre on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and data Saturday and Sunday nights theatre car P. M., last car leaves 12 o'clock midnight. Kansas City-Western Railway From Meadows of Gold Meadow Gold Butter rest of cream, carefully selected, the only pasteurized, skilfully churned m the best of all butter, always p et and good. ocked fresh from the churns in pate proof packages to preserve all its g for you. Ask Your Grocer for 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. Cars leave Tenth and Main, Kansas City, every hour on the even 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. ```markdown ``` 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. Meadow Creek Butter Its flaw Continental Crea Its flavor wins favor. Inental Creamery Co., Topeka. Its flavor wins favor. Continental Creamery Co., Topeka, Kas. We Sell More CREOLE HAIR Goods than any other store in the United States.—Wigs, Plaits, Braids, Transformations, Puffs, Etc. All shades guaranteed to wash and comb. All kinds of Straightening Combs, Pomades, and Skin Preparations. FRONT PARTS—Made with a part in the centre, 50c 7¢, 1.00 1.50 and up. Will stand combing. Kansas City Delaware every hour on the half M. on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday nights. Saturday and Sunday clock midnight. Main, Kansas City, every hour M. to 10 P. M., theatre car 11:30 Wednesday, Thursday and Friday niday nights theatre car leaves at 2 o"clock midnight. -Western Railway Co. dows of Gold dow Gold ter carefully selected, thor- kilfully churned makes 11 butter, always pure, the churns in patented to preserve all its good- Grocer for wins favor.ery Co., Topeka, Kas. ATCHISON, KANSAK. Mr. J. C. Rogers, residing at 1228 N. Sixth street, is very sick. It is understood that he has tuberculosis. He has a wife and several children. His many friends are sorry to learn of his illness and hope that his health can be restored. Mrs. Rosa Carter was the guest of her daughter, Mrs. Lutie Duncan, who lives in St. Joe, Mo., on Sunday, May 10th. Mr. Henry Johnson is sick in bed at his residence, 1022 N. Seventh St. He is the father of Mr. C. Johnson. Miss Lizzie Miller of Kansas City, Kans., was the guest of Mrs. James Scott on Sunday, May 10th. Rev. A. Haynes of North Topeka, preached Sunday, May 17, at the M. E. church, of which Rev. Taylor is the pastor. Mr. and Mrs. Allen Taylor on N. Hickory street, are rebuilding their home. Rev. S. C. Doyle of Kansas City, preached Sunday, May 17th, at the Ebenezer Baptist church. Mr. Moses Van Meter, who was on the sick list, is much improved. Mrs. Ella Adams, aged 29 years, died Saturday, May 16, at 1916 Beech street, from tuberculosis. She lived with her daughter, Mrs. Minnie Smith. This daughteh and a son, 12 years of age, survive her. The funeral services were held at the home Monday, May 18, at 2 p. m. Burial in Mt. Vernon cemetery, Rev. W. S. Blake officiating. The teachers re-elected for the ensuing school year are: Lincoln school —Prof. W. E. Gray, principal; Miss Hattle L. Ingram, Miss Edna Parrott, Miss Pertilla Penn and Miss Nannie S. Parrott. Douglass school —Miss Ruby Thornton. School nurse —Mrs. Sarah Smith. Mr. Arthur Scott, who is living in Kansas City, was the guest of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. James Scott, on Seventh street, Sunday, May 10. He is a train porter, running out of Kansas City. Mr. and Mrs. Edward Boyd were up from Kansas City Friday, May 15, for a few days and moved some of their household goods to Kansas City, returning there on the 18th. Mr. Edward Gamble is a very kind hearted young man to his mother, Mrs. Mollie Gamble, who is on the sick list. He remembered her on "Mother's Day" with a bouquet of snowballs and purple flags as a token of love and respect. His little daughter accompanied him. There was a rally at the Zion Baptist church Sunday, May 17, Rev. J. W. Wilson pastor, who was assisted by Rev. W. S. Blake of the Mt. Olive Baptist church, Rev. A. Haynes of North Topeka, Rev. S. C. Doyle of Kansas City. The latter preached in the afternoon. Rev. D. W. Majors preached Sunday May 17th, at Troy, remaining over to preach at night. He administered the Lord's Supper. Mrs. Ann Walker is reported very low at her home in Troy. The Methodist preacher at Troy will have baptizing Sunday, May 24. Mrs. Martha McDaniel, who was paralyzed about two years ago, is being nicely cured for by her only son, Henry McDaniel, ably assisted by his two sisters, Mrs. Mary Finley of St. Joe, Mo., and Mrs. Ella Black, who lives with her mother. On May 10th Mr. McDaniel took his mother out for a drive. Mr. Alexander Jamison departed this life Saturday May 16th, at his residence, at 10 a.m. after a long illness. He was janitor at the police station and was industrious and frugal. The funeral services were conducted Monday afternoon at the A. M. E. church and the remains were laid to rset in Oak Hill cemetery. The Mt. Zion Baptist church realized the neat sum of $70.56. Mrs. Long will call on you in a few days and all knowing themselves indebted to The Plaindealer will try to be prepared to pay her when she comes. Walking is not the easiest thing in the world to do. Mrs. Florence Dale and Mrs. Lulu Porter enjoyed a drive on the 13th. The Sunflower Art club met Monday, 18, with Mrs. Cammie Briggs on R street, bet. 6th and 7th. The regular business was dispensed with and a program rendered as follows: Mrs. Wm. Waters, piano solo; Mrs. Emma Nun, vocal solo; Mrs. Hickey, select reading; Mrs. Emma Nun was mistress of ceremonies. Visitors present were Mrs. Allen Mack of Tacoma, Wash., Mrs. Lulu Colbert, and Mrs. Clark of Atchison, Mrs. Goldie Glover of Columbus O. The prize was won by Mrs. Veata Cook. It was a plate gilted in gold around the deges. Those who were elected as delegates to the State Federation were Mrs. Lulu Porter, Mrs. Florence Dale, Mrs. Lillian Kelley, Mrs. Fred Jackson. The club adjourned to meet with Mrs. Matilda Waters May 24. at he home on N. Sixth street. Miss Johnetta Greenfield is visiting with Miss Pansy Gordon at Liberty, Mo, and attending the school exercises there. Mrs. J. Keith, from Kansas City, is visiting her mother, Mrs. W. Jackson. Mrs. Owens is busy collecting young women to go every morning early to the mineral well for water. She has succeeded in gathering in a large crowd. Mrs. Bass, Mrs. H. Bland, Mrs. Groomer, Miss Naomi Burgess and Miss Katy Grubbs are among the numebr. Mr. Owens has been somewhat indisposed with an attack of stomach trouble. The H. S. G. M. met at the home of Mrs. Roy Groomer, 705 South Buckeye street, and everyone had a lovely time. A three course lunch was served. Rev. W. D. Buchanan preached at the Mount Zion Baptist church last Sunday for Rev. J. Duncan, and a large congregation greeted him. The A. M. E. church was crowded last Sunday afternoon to hear Hon. Chas. H. Apt speak. He is one of the best speakers of the state, and everyone was satisfied. Mr. George Buchanan has returned from Hartville, Mo., where he went to attend the funeral of Mrs. Edith Davis, mother of Mr. E. Thompkins, of Iola. A large number of young people were entertained at the home of the Misses Blanche and Grace Miller recently. Those present were Misses Wilma Burgess, Eureka Smith, Lola and Eva Groomer, Marie Stovall, Lelia Allstock, Messrs. Willis Ewell, John Fox, Anthony Barker, Malon Burgess, Wesley and McKinley Herold, Claude Walls, Ralph Level, Dillard Berry, Lewis Williams, Vernon Wright and O. Smith. Everyoyne had a delightful time. Dr. L. J. Newsome is busy raising chickens and horses as well as in the medicine line. His choice in birds are the white Orpington and Barred Rock Mr. Chas. Garner has gone to Kansas City, Mo, to spend the summer and a letter from him says he likes Kansas City. Mrs. Crawford Williams, local agent for J. E. Brady, will start out canvassing again soon. SPEED. KANSAS. DIED:—Blanche, second daughter of Mr. and Mrs. P. Jackson, passed away at her home in this city May 11, 1914, aged 25 vrs. 8 mos. 3 days. No task was too great for her to undertake, if others might be benefitted by her undertaking; and although we will greatly grieve at her passing, we after all must rejoice in her, now being scated around the golden throne, where sorrow is no more. To mourn her demise are a father, mother, brother, sister, other relatives and a host of friends, and to them I must say: "So live that when you pass from this into the great beyond, you will be with Blanche forevermore." —A FRIEND. BINGER, OKLAHOMA. We have had rain for nearly two weeks and it has put the ground in splendid condition for farming. Mrs. Mollie Daniels and son were in Anadarko recently transacting business. The Baptist State Missionary held a two weeks' meeting at Anadarko recently which was quite a success. On Sunday, May 10, ten converts were baptized, and at night the right hand of fellowship was extended, after which sacrament was taken. Mrs. G. W. Anderson has had a severe spell of sickness, but is better at this writing. Mr. and Mrs. C. C. Harper are the proud parents of a baby girl, born Sunday, May 10. Two families from around Binger have moved to Canada. Some of the colored people who live around here are very much disappointed in not getting to go to Africa with Chief Sam, and they are now wise to the fact that Chief Sam is not a man of his word. It seems strange that every grafter that happens along can gull our people; but if some truly good and honest man comes along he can't get even simple attention. The scriptures teach us to beware of the false prophet, but we seem prone to the contrary. Mr. and Mrs. Homer Church have purchased a home in Anadarko, 415 East Washington avenue, a nice sixroom house, with water and electric lights. Some style! Substitutes are always advertised "as good as lard," thereby acknowledging the superiority of lard. Good, pure lard must be used to insure good cooking or baking. O. K. 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For the next 30 days, we Include with every Shoe Polish Outfit FREE of charge, one “Egg Polishing Mitt, and a Mud Sereper, all gecurely packed in a handsome metal case, Complete outfit, your choles of polish—binek, tan or white —60¢ post paid, Price of Polish per Tubs—black tan or white—lbe eaeh; two for 25¢ post paid. We hope to get the loyal support of our own race, Once tried you will uuse No other, Send al} money by Express, P. O Order, Registered Letter or Stamps Address . cialty Company, Los Angeles, Calif. Separator,” a usoful article for the housewife. VINITA, OKLAHOMA, (Left over Jast week.) : Er Re ee | Miss Fae Chase of Ft. Gibson, is the guest of Miss Gadie Davis. ~ Venters and Williams are enjoying & growng trade in the grocery line. It reported that Mrs, A. Rider will be able to return to her home about the last of the week from Kansas City, Mo, Mr. A. Moore of Ketchum brought Venters and Williams thirty dozen egas last week. Mrs. Thomas and daughter of Ok- mulgee, are visiting Mr, and Mrs. W. M, Barker, Walter Adams of Denver, Colo., visited in Vinita Thursday after a few days’ visit with his parents at Welch. Mrs. H. E. Smith of Chetope, Kas. visited her aunt, Mrs, Lee Williams, Tuesday. G. Hubbard, and Rev. Tucker of Estella, were in the city Thursday. Virginia Wagoner is on the sick Ist. ‘The case performed by Dr. L. 1. Ryan on Mre, N. Ross needs to be cormended by everyoyne that knows of the case. Her case was a difficalt one, and one that other doctors of Vinita had given up, claiming ne cure could be wrought, but not so, as all indications point to .a speedy and complete recovery. Three of the five operations performed by Dr. Ryan in the past two months were pro- nounced, by all physicians who had attended, as being incurable. We can say with much admiration for the sufferers that they will be them: selves again, Two of the cases are and have been for three weeks from under the doctor's care. With a doc tor in our community with such # rare attainment should be employe: by all when needed, Dr. Ryan an wife are excellent people and highly cultured and refined, and are muc! loved and respected by our citizens Sohool closed Jast Friday and th children, were entertained In the af ternoon by serving ice cream ant cake. PUEBLO, COLORADO. (Left over last week.) eee) a ere a ea ‘The Modice Art club and Floridade Leaf Art club met In joint session at the home of Mrs. C. N. Maloney and held an all day sewing for the Col- ored Orphans Home. Mrs. Ander- zon, one of the officers, took the place of Mrs. J. B, Watson who could not attend on account of business mat- ters. They mended ‘fifty-six (56) pieces and donated 206 pieces. ‘They, worked hard, but after Mrs, Malon- ey gave an old time Kansas dinner they felt that they were well paid for their day’s labor, Many useful garments were given and among the number were 26 pairs of pillows, which were much needed in the Home. Thote'present: Mrs. Ander- son, Mrs, Berry, Mrs. Brooks, Mrs. Redgers, Mra. M. Davis, Mrs. F, Wil- liams, Mrs, N, Moragne, Mra, Homes, Mrs. B, McLaughlin, Mrs. Bird, Mrs. G. Williams Mr, Mack Williams departed this life last Friday at nine o'clock p. m. Me leaves a loving wife, two sons, three daughters and many friends to moufn his demise. He was a faith- ful members of the Baptist church. The funeral was held at 2 o'clock last Sunday, Rev. Nicholson offici- ating. Rev. Nicholson, the evangelist, is carrying on a meeting at the Scott Chapel M. E. church, and all mem- bers and friends are invited. Mrs, Brooks, wife of Rev. Brooks, arrived home Jast week and {s look- ing the picture of health. Rev. Buchan left last Monday for his home in Oklahoma to bring his family here. Bethichem Baptist church is still without a pastor. Pueblo is enjoying fine weather at this time and no complaint is heard. Mrs, Lincoln, beloved wife of Mr. Abe Lincoln, passed away on April 27, 1914, at her residence, aged ¢9 years. She was an honored and faithful member of St. John Baptist church and also of the Bethsheba Chapter No. 45, O. E. S. She was laid to rest in Rose Lawn cemetery. The lodge extends sympathy to the bereaved family. ‘The ladies of St. Paul church have pledged themselves to raise money to pay for the flooring of the church. They serve dinner every Sunday at the home of some member, and so far they have met with success. The Merry Makers club met with Mr, Theo, Marshall for the purpose of electing officers as follows: Mrs. M. W, Moore, president; Mre, M. Da- vis, vice president; Miss Ervma Da- vis, secretary; Mr. Lewis Southern, assistant secretary; Mr, Harry Mar- shall, treasurer; Mr, Roy Rodgers, critic. The A. M, E, Sunday school con- vention meets the 26, 27 and 28 of May at St, Paul and great prepara~ tions are being made to entertain the delegates, ‘A number of young people gath- ¢red_ at the home of Mrs. H, Mar- shall last Monday evening to assist in honoring the 25th birthday annt- versary of Mr. Theo. Marshall, her better half, The affair’ was quite a surprise to him, The evening was spent In music and games and at a late hcur dainty refreshments were served and all departed, wishing Mr. Marsha’ many more returns of his natal day, BURLINGAME, KANSAS, (Left over last week.) ‘Mrs, Jessie Bolden entertained at a five o'clock dinner Saturday even- Ing, May 9, complimentary to the friends and relatives who came down to attend the funeral of Mrs. Wright. The guests from Topeka were Nre. Hightower, Mrs. Hatcher and son, Mrs, Oliver, and the Rev, C, G, Fish- hack, pastor of Shiloh Baptiet church of Topeks; Mr, Wright and Miss Lena Aastin of Kansas City, and Mr. D, L, Ford of Burlingame. The out- of-town guests returned to their res- pective homes in the evening, declar- ing Mre. Bolden an Ideal entertainer. WEIR CITY, KANSAS, {Left over last week.) Mr, P, C. Thomas of Topeka, was fn the lity on the 18th inst, In the interest of his paper, the Watchman. a Negro Democratic sheet, He went from here to Pittsburg. Rey. J. T. Elias, pastor of Mount Hebron Baptist church, and president of the Southeastern District Sunday School convention, made his annual visit to St. John Sunday schoo! here on the night of the 13th. Mrs. W. F. King and her niece left on the 17th to spend the summer in ‘Kansas City, Mo, where her hue. ‘band is, . In a joint meeting of the U. B. F. and S, M. T. on the 18th they voted that they would rot have their an. nual sermon preached here on the 24th, but that all would go to Crowe: burg and be with the lodge and tem: ple there. Rev. J. H. Gunner filled the stand all day on the 17th at St. John Bap- tist church. Mrs. Mary Grisby of Independence Kans. who attended the Odd Fellows annual sermon here on the 10th, has returned home, and took with he: Mrs, L. F. Taylor, who has been sich about a year, and it is hoped that s change of surroundings will aid ir the restoration of her health, Mrs. Ellen Lee Is very sick at thi: writing. Mr, Geo. Jackson is making a very strong effort to organize a band {1 our midst amongst our young men We hope him success. Mra, D. A. Elias, district presi dent of the W. H. and F, M. conven tion, made her annual visit here o the night of the 19th. BAXTER SPRINGS, KANSAS, (Left over last week.) Rev. C, R. Bruster, pastor of the Mt. Olive Baptist church, graced the rostrum Sunday, In the morning he preached a noble, instructive Fer- mon, advising the people how to treat their neighbors, His theme was “Do Unto Others as You Would Have Them Do Unto You." We brought out some grand thoughts that will do us good, as it doeth the upright in heart. He also delivered a holy ghost sermon Sunday night. ‘There was a large congregation, Rev. J. W. Lavender preached in Galena, Kansas, Sunday, May 17 and delivered an eloquent sermon to a large congregation. Mrs, Mayme Lawrence Ss reported on the sick list. Rev. J. B, McDowd', who mrt with a serious accident in having two small bones broken in his leg, is im- proving slowly, Wis friends wish him a speedy recovery, ‘The Negro Voters league of Cher: okee county met Saturday, May 16, at the Mt, Olive Baptist church in this city, this being the second meet- ing of the year, The object of thie league is to teuch the colored women of Cherokee county how to vote, and to lay plans for the coming election. There was a good attendance, At noon the committee servéi dinner for the benefit of the church. In the future the league is going to hold a meeting In every town in Cherokee county, There were some interest ing and encouraging remarks made by Rev, C. R. Bruster. Mr. Leo Wil- lis, Mr. C, R. Estes and Mr. Urinh Cole were others who spoke. We hope that a league will be formed in every county of the state. Mr. C. R. Estes is chairman, and Mr, Wm. Officer is necretary. Rev, C R. Bruster was the dinner guest of Mrs. Sarah Daudy on Jast Bunday, Mey 17. Rev, J, T, Elias of Pittsburg, Kas.. president of the State Sunday School convention, preached at the Mount Olive Baptist church last Monday night, May 18, His theme was:— “Don't Waste Your Master's Goods.” Rev, Elias delivered an able and in- structive sermon that will Jong be rememberd and cherished in the hearts of the people. Before dis- miseal he gave a grand lecture to Sunday school, which was bighly ap- preciated by the officers, 2 Ordination at the Mt. Olive Bap- Ust church the fifth Sunday in May, ‘We are expecting a grand time. We extend the hand of welcome to all. A big basket dinner will be served at the church. z | CHANUTE, KANSAS. {Left over last week.) The Embroidery Art club met at the residence of Mrs. Hattie Kizer Wednesday afternoon, Roll call and each member responded with a quo- tation. The afternoon was pleasant- ly spent in the usual fancy needle work, after which a dainty two- course luncheon was served, and all departed for their homes. The next meeting will be at the home of Mrs. Henry Taylor. | Rev. Green and a number of his members of Iola were down last Sun- day and attended the grand rally and basket dinner given by the A. M. E. church, The Sewing Circle of the A. M. E. church gave a bazaar Iset Friday night and it was a success. Twe prizes were given for the neates! dressed lady and gentleman. These prizes were won by Miss Joella Jehn: son and Mr. Lonnie Hale, Misses Lacy and Lavonne Brig: ham and Mrs. Williams of Thayer attended the grand rally at the A MN. E. church here last Sunday. Mr. Henry Bradley is visiting 4 Kansas City. The Go-Forward club of the Bap tist church gave an eatertainmen last Monday night at the residenc of Mra. S. Rollins. Mr. and Mre. Hughes of Girar attended the grand rally Sunday. PITTSBURG. KANSAS. The Mission Circle of Mt. Hebron church met last Thureday night at the home of Mrs. McDowell and a Pleasant evening was spent, The subject for discussion was “Why the Negro is waging a loosing battle in the citfes,” which was very ably dis. custes by the pastor. The club ad- Journed, to meet nest weck with Mrs, Stovell. The students of the Normal and High schools are practiong for a grand concert to be given some time in the near future. Watch for the date. A. P.. TONE WILSON, Jr., Lawyer. 217 West Fifth Street Phone 1394 Topeka, Kan —~-FOR— TY For Kansas City property, a 3 room Houre with three lots; 2 room house with two Jote; 10 rvom huse with three lots locacted in Atchiron, Kan- sas and now renting for $60 per menths Three blocks from the husi- ners center of Atchison, Trice $5,600. 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(Continued from Page 1.) political outlook and could see but one possible candidate for Governor, and that was Hodges. As for his candidacy, he looked upon only as a dead sure thing and from what we could glean from our own people, as well as the white, we can safely say we believe he is right. In doubling back westward, our route took us through 1) suego. Yes, dear old Oswego, where we have many good friends, both white and colored. We were received and entertained royally, and transacted considerable business for the Flaindealer. Oswego is in good financial shape, and her people are pulling together and at the same time. It has been noted for the Republican concession of its voters, but under the bad management of their leaders many are seeking the folds and environment of the Democratic party and will vote for Hodges for a second term. Next to claim our attention was Chanute—Neosho County. This is a thriving live, wideawake town, containing quite a colored popu- lation, the members of which are honored, respected and given jobs and positions in the city's service. There will not be a scratching of the ticket there and a great surprise will be given the G. O. P. at the coming election. In visiting Parsons. The railroad town of Southern Kansas, we were almost overwhelmed by our Democratic friends. There are no empty residences of business houses in Parsons; all is business and push, no disones here. It is a city where Democracy unfolds her wings whatever she takes a notion. There are wagon loads of Hodges men here, while at Cherryvale things were very quiet and the citizens seemed satisfied with the present administration and are giving themselves no uneasiness regarding the sequel. At lola. With her famous cement plant and other manufacturing interests, her beautiful parks, neat kept streets and handsome residences, we found many patrons of the Plaindealer, white and colored, all doing well. It will take a good guesser to tell which way the political tide will go in this place. A few of our race have come over in appreciation of Governor Hodges' recognition of our worth. When you reach Coffeyville You will find the political caldron boiling. The Stubbs-Botkin prison affair is the absorbing item of interest, and the people are watching the Stubbs crowdward performance. They say Botkin has acted squarely now let Stubbs come to law on forever hold his peace. On this issue depends many votes and from the drift of public sentiment everything favors Botkin and Hodges. Coletteville is doing a great deal of business. Our people in this locality are in excellent spirit and are pulling to the front. At Independence Things were running in the same old way. There the political sky is a vet is unobscured by a single cloud. They are waiting their time, then look out. On down to Winfield and Arkansas City, Cowley county, we gilled. Crops are simply magnificent and prospects of abundance to be seen on all sides. Both white and colored are in a state of contentment, prosperous and happy. There is no hitch in county or municipal affairs and harmony is the prevailing color worn by those people. As to voting, they will be for the man—when they say this, there seem to be an echo murmur back the word Hedges. In the city of Everybody was busy. The town was full of farmers, talking farming harvesting and about the necarity of harvest help and the immense crop citing on ahead. There are more froliccats in this neck of braries than one would imagine. Taken all in all, our trip was a success, both from a financial standpoint as well as from one of pleasure and sight asing. To render a discussion from the evidence obtained in our ramble we would have to say that Kansas is certainly in a prosperous shape and that Hodges will be the next Governor without doubt. KANSAS CITY. KANSAS G. L. Baughman, M. D., one of Wrandotte county's eminent phys- icians and a highly respected cul- tion, is a candidate for Coronar, a subject to the Democratic primaries August 4, 1914. Dr. Baughman was born in Gahanna, Ohio, in 1879; moved to Kansas in 1891, and until 1896 was a member of the firm of Baughman Brothers, Topeka, Kansas. He was a student of the Kansas State Agricultural college in 1997, and graduated at the Topeka Medical college. He has been in active practice ever since. He has done much charity work, which has endear him to the hearts of many people of both races. He is noted for his liberality, charity and professional ability; a kind-hearted, loved and respected man. The people love him and will give him the nomination for which he takes, and then elect him Coroner of Wyrir lott, county. --- OSWEGO, KANSAS. Down at Oswego, Kansas, you will find an old line Democrat washed and made whole in the Democratic pool. His name, or part of it is, A. D. Carpenter, editor and publisher of The Dancrater, Mr. Carpenter is also postmaster of Oswego, which position he is able filling in every particular. He is another one of Senator Thomson's friends and co-workers. He sends out a first class representative Democratial journal and is doing a thriving business. His manager duties. In no way conflict with his functions as the popular postmaster of Oswego. He is loved and respected by all, and is very accommodating and outgoing to a fault. We say, may such blessings ever attend him. L. A. WALKER, POPULAR POST- MASTER AT PARSONS. At Parsons, Kansas, we met another of our old friends in the person of Mr. L. A. Walther, postmaster. He is certainly not only an old time Democrat, but one of the most obliging and accommodating men who ever held a post office. U. S. Senator, W. H. Thompson deserves credit for his having appointed to postmaster of Parsons, this eminently popular and worthy gentleman. It is universally conceded by the citizens of Parsons that no better selection could have been made, and we congratulate the people by this wise selection so well made by the Senator W. H. Thompson. Mr. Walker was one of Senator Thompson's warm supporters and did much to have him elected. Senator Thompson did not forget his friend after his election. FORT SCOTT. KANSAS. bonantz, Embalmer and Undertaker During our flying trip over the Southern and Southeastern part of the state, we stopped off at that old historic city of Fort Scott, and while there visited the large and elaborate undertaking establishment owned and managed by that accommodating and enterprising business man, Mr. George A. Konantz. We found in this place one of the finest of its kind in the state. He is a licensed embalmer, and one of the kindest and most Christian like men in Kansas. His heart and soul is wrapped up in his work, and his acts of charity and the many favors he has granted to not only the poor and lowly colored people, but to the white as well, entitles him to a first place in the hearts of his countrymen. --- KANSAS CITY, KANSAS. H. R. Butterpick. Mr. Butterwick is regarded in his home city and the adjoining cities as an upright and honorable man, and one of the best and most careful advisors that Wyandotte County ever had. He is out for the same office and the voters having received such fair treatment at his hands, will elect him again. He will make the race subject to the democratic primaries, Aug. 4, 1914. He has made a place in the hearts and minds of the colored race in Wyandotte County, and one that they will long remember. His gentlemanly conduct and square and reasonable dealing with our race, as well as his own, will elect him again. He believes in helping the colored man and whenever he can find a vacancy, or job fitted for him at a colored man fitted for the place, he puts him there. He is the man for the position and will be elected. OSWEGO, LABETTE COUNTY. J. E. Wakey. Mr. Waskey, whose name heads this article, is an old primitive Democrat of Labette County, organizer of the party and one of its first county committees. He is out for a candidate for Register of Deeds, subject to the will of the Democratic primaries, Aug. 4, 1914. He is a progressive Democrat and should be elected. PARSONS, LABETTE CO., KANS. J. W. Bennett. The people and voters of Labette County have in the above named gentleman, candidate for Prohibit Judge of Labette County, subject to republican primaries. Aug. 4, 1914, one among the best and staunchest men of the state. His reputation is above criticism and his ability to fill the office in a creditable manner is beyond question. The voters will remember him on election day, COLUMBUS, KANSAS, Ralph E. Martin While in Columbus, Cherokee Co. we had the pleasure of shaking hands with our old time friend, Ralnh E. Martin, democratic sheriff of Cherokee county. We were glad to meet him and to learn that he is so popular and commands so great respect, admiration and good will among his fellowmen. As sheriff he has proven himself a brave and efficient officer in every instance. He has never shirked his duty or failed to make good his word and obligation. He believes in enforcing the law, and tempers his every act with kindness and love, and is a candidate for reelection, subject to democratic primaries, Aug. 4, 1914 and the people say they are going to elect him. GALENA, CHERGKEE COUNTY, Edwadr E. Sann. Judge of 11th Judicial District The Hon. Edward Sapp, present judge of the 11th judicial district of Kansas, is again candidate for the office subject to the non-partisan judiciary primary, August 4. Judge Sapp is too well and favorably known to the people of his district, as well as to the people of the state, to need very much endorsement, but this notice would be incomplete without a few words of cheer and encouragement for this good man. He is one of the leading luminaries in the legal constellation of our state. He is a deep student, quick thinker, clear and logical reasoner and first jurist of the county and more than qualified for the position he so creditably holds. His reputation as a citizen and neighbor is one far above reproach, ever obliging, accommodating and true to his word. The people down around Galena, Columbus, and kindred towns all think much of Judge Edward E. Sapp and are going to elect him again. COLUMBUS KANSAS While in Columbus, Cherokee Co. Kansas, we had an interview and a pleasant chat with Mr. J. H. Ellis. Probate and Juvenile judge. This is an office that should remain free and unshackled from political domination, and the party holding the office should be one vested with the greatest honor, love of right, humanity and justice. These attributes we claim for Mr. Ellis. We have known him intimately for many years and can say without fear of a single contradiction that no better-man can be found for this office. He has held the office for the last few years and is a candidate for the same again, subject to the Republican primaries August 4th, next. He has a perfect knowledge of the Juvenile part of the business, and looks to it that our unfortunate, neglected and delinquent children may grow up to honorable manhood and womanhood and become useful citizens. He has had a long and thorough experience with this class of people and is well qualified to fill the office. CHANUTE. KANSAS Among the many ambitious, determined, energetic and progressive young men we have met, not one can out-equal Hon. John W. Lapham, of Chanute, Neosho county, Kans., who will make the race for County Attorney. He will be governed in the matter by the decision of the August Primaries. Mr. Lapham is one of VISIT.... "Kentuc ntucky" Theatre VISIT.... "Kentucky" Theatre The Old MRS. M. R. WILLIAMS, Proprietor. 1702 East Twelfth Street. FIRSE CLASS PHOTO PLAYS LOOKING FOR A GOOD The Course of Study and the Western University Industrial D At Quindaro, Kansas are superior Mississippi River. Why go away off to the East at your door? Why spend a year's tuition distant schol no bitter? You are offered thorough tr course: Sub-Normal, Normal P The STATE INDUSTRIAL choice of trades in which to pr profitable employment in life. 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His reputation as an attorney is the best in the county—leading and older attorneys granting him this honor. He has many friends, both white and colored, in the county and they are only anxious to give him their votes. PARSONS. KANSAS. HON. E. A. WALLEN, Parsons, Labette county, Kansas, is a Democratic candidate for Congress from the Third Congressional District, subject to the decision of the primaries August 4th. He came to Kansas from Missouri in the spring of 1873, and settled in Howard county, which is now the counties of Elk and Chautauqua. In 1876 he moved to Labette county and has lived there almost continuously since. His early life was spent on the farm and after reaching manhood he followed the occupation of fireman and engineer for the railroads for nineteen years. Retiring from this service he entered the insurance business at Parsons. He has been identified with every interest for the advancement and development of his town and people, and is highly honored and respected by all who know him. He has announced his candidacy for Congress from the Third District upon strictly Democratic principles, subject to the primary nomination Aug. 4th. Mr. Wallen is a gentleman qualified in every respect for this important office and that he will discharge every duty and obligation is evidenced by his honorable, straightforward life, and faithful devotion to every want and reasonable demand of his friends. We are satisfied his election will bring forth much good for his district and his faithful constituency. --- HON NILES MOORE HONOR NILES MOORE. While in Parsons we met our old friend, Mr. Niles Moore, one among her former and most highly re-nected citizens and county officials. He is Clerk of the District Court. This gentleman came to Kansas in 1837 and has made Parsons his home ever since. He was in the employ of the M., K. & T. Rv. for over seventeen years without a day's layoff during the time. He quit the service of the railroad to engage in business. He was elected Clerk of the District Court in 1912, which office he still retains, having discharged the duties of the office with great credit to his honor and ability and gratification of his friends. He was sadly handicapped during the last campaign, being called to the bedside of his aged mother, who died the day after his election, at the ripe old age of 79 years, and 8 months, thus sacrificing his chances of election for his mother's sake, but his friends took up the fight and elected him. He is a candidate for re-election to the office he now holds, subject, however, to the Democratic primaries, Aug. 4, 1914. That Mr. Moore will be elected is a fore-one conclusion. The people know him, know his worth and need his valuable services, therefore will rally to his election on voting day. OSWEGO, KANSAS We take great pleasure in mentioning Mr. Fairfax Barnes of Oswego, Labette county, Kansas, the present County Clerk of Labette Co., who is a candidate for re-election, subject to the decision of the Democratic primaries August 4. During the two years of his administration he has proven his ability, honesty and clerical standing as an efficient officer. A glance at his books is sufficient evidence of his competency. The records are faultlessly kept and accurate in each and every particular and the taxpayers of Labette county are to be congratulated upon having such a man to handle their affairs. We unhesitatingly predict his election. He has always been a friend and helper of the coated race, and never failed, then morality presented itself, to me to their assistance. He will certainly get a handsome majority, which he so richly deserves. We visited the State Prison at Lansing, Kans., a few days ago and we were certainly impressed with the good condition of affairs mound the institution. Warden Botkin and Deputy Warden Itzgivins are two good men and are using every effort to bring the institution to the highest standard and at the same time, so that the inmates are properly treated, yet perform their duty in accordance with their punishment and reminded that there is a better day for them if they will accept the opportunity. We met our friend Mr. Weatherly, who is guarding on the tower. He is making good and is considered one of the best officers at the institution. The citizens of Toreka will be glad to know of his welfare as he is one of Topeka's most progressive citizens. While at Lansing we met the following visitors; Rev. Geo. McNeal of Kansas City, Jno. Flemings of Horton, Dennis Jones and Newton Smith of Lavenworth and A. D. Gilffin of Kansas City. The board was in session while we were there and a few of the inmates were released. Warden Botkin had one of the best musicians on a mouth harp we have ever heard and it is a wonderful talent to be so confined. --- KANSAS CITY. KANSAS Mr. Lawrence J. Mason, a candidate for Judge of the District Court, Second division, subject to the Primaries Aug. 4, 1914. He will run on the non-partisan ticket. He is a gentleman in every way fitted for the position. He has many friends and devoted patrons, and has always been a friend, adviser and helper of the colored race. He was born in Missouri, at Kansas City in 1869, came over to Wyandotte county in 1874 and lived there every since. A graduate of the High school and of the law department of the Kansas State University in 1893. He has been actively engaged in the practice of law every since, also manager of the Mason Abstract Co. His ability as a legal jurist and popularity as an enternising citizen will give him the nomination and election. WYANDOTTE COUNTY. R. J. McFARLAND of Kansas City, Kansas, hereby announces himself as a candidate for renomination an CLERK OF DISTRICT COURT of Wyandotte county, Kansas, subject to the Republican primaries August 4, 1914. H. R. BUTTERWICK, Kansas City, Kansas, hereby announces himself as a candidate for the office of COUNTY ASSESSOR of Wyandotte county, Kansas, subject to the Republican primaries August 4, 1914. I NEED YOUR VOTE and assistance at the Primaries August 4th, 1914.—G. L. LAUGHMAN, M. D., Democratic candidate for Coroner. Don't forget me. H. F. SCHAIBLE, Kansas City, Kas., Republican candidate for COUNTY COMMISSIONER Second District,... Comprising the First, Second and Third Wards. Subject to the Primaries August 4, 1914. JOHN T. SIMS, Kansas City, Kansas. Republican candidate for PROBATE JUDGE subject to the Primaries August 4. 1914. MY RECORD is on the Side of Progress and Economy in Public Affairs., Yours truly, SAMUEL CLARKE Serving First Term. REPUBLICAN COUNTY COMMISSIONFR, SECOND DISTRICT. Primaries August 4. 1914. H. G. RANDALL, Kansas City, Kas. hereby announces his candidacy for the Democratic nomination as COUNTY SUPERINTENDENT OF PUBLIC INSTRUCTION Subject to the Primaries Aug. 4, 144 CHEROKEE COUNTY. EDWARD E. SAPP, Galena, Kansas, hereby announces his candidacy for the office of JUDGE OF THE ELEVENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT subject to the Non-Partisan Primary. August 4, 1914. J. H. ELLIS, Columbus, Cherokee county, Kansas, hereby announces his candidacy for the office of of Cherokee county, subject to the Primaries August 4. -914. NEOSHO COUNTY. JOHN W. LAPHAM, Chanute Kansas, hereby announces his candidacy for the office of COUNTY ATTORNEY of Neosho County, subject to the Democratic Primaries August 4th, 1914. LABETTE COUNTY. E. A. WALLEN, Parsons, Kansas, hereby announces his candidacy for CONGRESS, THIRD DISTRICT Subject to the Democratic Primaries August 1, 1914. FAIRFAX BARNES, Oswego, Labette county, Kansas, hereby announces his candidacy for office of COUNTY CLERK of Labette county, subject to the Democratic Primaries, August 4, 1914. COWLEY COUNTY. REGISTER OF DEEDS. I desire to announce my candidacy for renomination to the office of REGISTER OF DEEDS of Cowley county, subject to the decision of of the Republican primary, August 4, 1914—MILLS VORIS. CLERK OF DISTRICT COURT. I hereby announce my candidacy for renomination for Clerk of the District Court, on the Republican ticket, subject to the primaries Aug. 4th, 1914.—ANNA L. TONKINSON. JUDGE OF DISTRICT COURT. I hereby announce myself as a candidate for Judge of the District Court of the Nineteenth Judicial District upon the non-partisan ticket, subject to the decision of the voters at the primary to be held August 4, 1914.—O. P. FULLER. COUNTY ATTORNEY. I am a candidate for the Republican nomination for COUNTY ATTORNEY, subject to the will of the voters at the August 4th primary election and your support will be highly appreciated.—ED. J. FLEMING. LAWRENCE J. MASON. I hereby announce my name as candidate for the office of LAWRENCE J. MASON, Attorney-at-Law, Kansas City, Ks.