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THE TOPEKA NECROES WILL NOT VOLUNTEER! Blacks Have no Militia and Will Refuse to Fight Under White Officers! It is up to the Several States to Prepare Their Black Patriots for War--- They Have Answered Every Call of the Nation. Seventeenth Year. No.26. The Question of Neg NECROES WI Blacks Have no Will Refuse to F White Off It is up to the Severa pare Their Black Pat They Have Answer Call of the SHALL WE HAVE COLORED MILITIA IN THE STATES? The Question Has Been Put up to Governors of Several States Including Our Own Kansas. In these critical times when one half of the earth is at war, and our own Uncle Samuel is busy figuring out means to avoid a scrap, and in case he is forced to take chips in the game, the question naturally arises in ones mind, where is the Negro coming in? It will take all hands and the cook thrown in for good measure to uphold our honor at arms, but there has been no provision made for the patriotic blacks, who are willing to shed their last drop of good, rich, ripe, red blood for their dear old Uncle. Several years ago, Congress enacted a law making it compulsory for all officers of volunteer regiments to be selected from the militia, and since Illinois is the only state having colored men in the National guard, the probabilities are that only this regiment of blacks would be found among the volunteers. It is an open declaration among nine out of every ten colored young men who are ready and willing to enlist any time to defend the land they love, that they would never move a peg under white officers! Can you blame them? The race has plenty of brave, competent men to lead them in war, and they should be permitted to do so! To remedy this injustice to the loyal blacks who have answered every call to arms the Nation ever made it is up to the states to give the back race National guards. The editor of The Plaindealer has sent the following letter to governors of several Southern states, the one to executives in North and East being somewhat different in construction: 1 Topeka, Kansas, June 3, 1915. To the Governor of Georgia, Atlanta, Ga. My Dear Governor: For information for the benefit of myself and the public, we will be under many obligations for your answer to the following questions: 1. Are you opposed to the organisation of colored men as state militia officer by colored men in the state of Georgia? 2. Why was the colored militia mustered out of the service some years ago? 3. Do you believe in giving the colored citizens of your state the same privileges of exercising the rights of manhood and franchise as you do any other race? 4. Are the colored people in the rural districts, allowed to enjoy as many privileges as colored people in the larger cities of your state? 5. Why are the colored schools of Atlanta and other large cities overcrowded thereby compelling the pupils to attend school one-half of the day? 6. Is it a fact that in the rural districts, the colored schools maintain only four to six months each year and are taught by inferior teachers whose education is meagre and very limited; and who secure their appointments by favoritism? 7. In case of war between this country and Germany or Mexico, what would be your attitude toward the colored soldier and do you think it would be necessary to call him to arms and do you think that it is high time that some preparations should be made to make the colored man a soldier who will be prepared to meet the enemy of this government? We write this letter with a Christian spirit and feeling, believing that there are many obstacles placed as barriers to colored people along all lines. Yours truly, NICK CHILES, Editor The Topeka Plaindeater. A SEA OF GLASS Just ahead of us, how long we do not know, the peaceful and triumphant state of our own country will be likened to "a sea of glass mingled with fire." It is interesting to note the fact that the colored people were innocently, the real cause of the late Civil war. And, when there was grave danger that the United States would be dismembered and destroyed, these same humble colored people, together with Mr. Lincoln, constituted the chief instrument of "saving" the country from destruction. Mr. Lincoln said: "My paramount object is to save the Union, and not either to save or to destroy slavery and the colored race I do because I believe it helps to save this Union; and what I forbear I forbear because I do not believe it would help to save the Union." Then, it is no jille boast that we make, that at the critical moemnt, we, practically, saved the Union. A grateful country, afterwards, be stowed upon us citizenship. And, ever since that time we have manfully been proving the wisdom of that act. From that starting point the struggle has ever been vigorous and persistent; and just as our feet begin to stand upon "the sea of glass" following our partial victory over the "Beast," the permanent assets gotten through the heroic struggle mingle with the placid glass beneath our feet, as the reminder of our fiery trial, and victory. And, thus, the warfare will continue until complete victory is gotten over the "Beast," and we stand erect, in every part of this land, on a sea of glass, representing a calmness and quiet possession, with everywhere around us, "fire," emblem of energy, and symbol of the strength of our endurance and conquest. In a sense, we may say, "We saved others, ourselves we cannot save." Through the eterna' law of self-sacrifice, we saved our country from perishing; and yet, is the act of that saving being prolonged in the sufferings and trials which we at present, undergo, but in the end we shall find the life we lost, in saving, richer, larger and more glorious—and in that coming day, with a new Republic, with a heavenly idea of human brotherhood, it will be our glory that we were the willing servants of the Almighty Father in the accomplishment of His purpose. Then, in a much larger sense, will the ideal be realized, as triumphant, we shall stand upon our "sea of glass mingled with fire," having the harps of God. We need to be of good courage, and fight valiantly like the sons of God—Afro-American Ledger, Baltimore, Maryland. COUNTY OFFICIALS REFUSE TO ASSIST A WORTHY WOMAN. Topeka, Kansas, June 3, '19. County Attorney, Abilene, Kansas. County Attorney, Abilene, Kansas, Dear Sir: We are in receipt of a letter from a poor colored woman by the name of Mrs. Josie Chaves, who is a widow and has six small children. They reside in your town at 1918 N. Mulberry street. She informs me that she has taken the matter of widow's pension up with the county officers there and they told her they knew of no such law having passed the last legislature. Now I am surprised to know that there is any county officer in Dickinson county who is so unprincipled or unkind as to wilfully misrepresent a fact of this kind to a poor woman because she is colored. Because she is colored is no reason why she should be denied the rights to enjoy what is due any good citizen in your county or state. Abilene has a good class of colored citizens who are hard working and industrious. We visited Emporia, Newton and Hutchinson, Kansas, this past week and find the colored people about normal. Many are moving along and doing fairly well. At Emporia we met our old friend, J. L. Brown, who is baggage man at the Santa Fe depot where he has been for nineteen years. He is a leading lodge man, being a 32nd degree mason and has just assisted in setting up a K. of P. lodge in that city. Mrs. Brown is one of the leading caterists of Emporia and there are great demands upon her. They own their own home and enjoy life. Clarence Tipton, house mover, is still on deck following in the footsteps of his father. Bert Ray and wife conduct a restaurant and cafe and are doing fine business. Andy Armstead, is still on the police force which position he has held for several years and is considered one of the best officers. The Elliots have a beautiful home which they have recently remodeled by adding a fine porch to it. Mrs. Alex Reeves is doing well in her hair dressing parlor. Emporia is a school town and there are several young ladies and men taking the course and preparing themselves for teachers. NEWTON At Newton which is a beautiful little city and has some of the best water in the state, as this town and Abilene can boast of the finest water east of the Rocky Mountains, the colored people are progressing and doing well. Several have good positions in the Santa Fe round house and yards. A colored young man could open up a second hand store, clothes cleaning and repair shop and could do well. Enterprises of this kind are also needed at Emporia. We do not see why young men do not get out of the large cities and learn some business in a small town and grow up with it. Mr. Malone, one of the old junk men has retired from the busness on account of poor health. Newton is a great railroad center. Mr. Jackson Roach is still at the postoffice. Rev. Wm. Webb, one of the first ministers and also a pensioner is employed in the Santa Fe office as master mechanic. W. Jl. Reevely is conducting a first class barber shop and owns a nice two story building. Mr.' and Mrs. Geo. Payne are very happy over their new daughter- in-law, who was formerly Miss Pricely DeWitt of Oklahoma. She is a beau- They have voted for the white man for years and placed him in office, but he has never had the kindness to reciprocate by even making a colored man janitor of the court house or giving him a position of any kind. We think that class of white people who show their ingratitude so much to a race of people should not be allowed to hold office. This woman has a small children, the oldest being fourteen. Now we have not placed you with this class of white people as yet, and do not know that this application has been made to you; but we call your attention to it that you may inform the county commissioners and arouse them to their sense of duty. I hope that a true Christian spirit permeates all through your system and that when you receive this letter it will so revive that spirit that you will take this matter up at once and give this poor woman and her family consideration which will not be niggardly nor neglectful. This is the reason there are so many criminals among people—because children are allowed to grow up in the community in poverty and want. Now let the citizens of Abilene keep their good name by looking after this widow and children and see that they are properly clothed, fed and educated. The law has been passed and is the law of Kansas and by reason of it several counties are looking after the destitute widows and orphans and Dickinson county can do no less. Very truly, NICK CHILES, Editor The Topeka Plaindealer. Things Seen and Heard by Ye Editor tiful, cultured young lady and Mr. Payne is one of Newton's industrious young men and will soon erect a home upon lots given him by his father. Mr. C. K. Raimey and wife have returned form Florida where they visited their relatives and a so visited several of the principal cities of the South: Birmingham, Atlanta, Montgomery, Memphis and Nashville. They report very nice time and contemplate taking another trip this winter. Mr. Raimey is one of the wealthiest men of Newton and owns a great amount of fine land. While at Newton, we were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Chas. French who are enjoying life and are as happy as can be. Mr. Phillips owns a pool hall and barber shop and is thinking about selling his property should the right party appear. Mrs. French is a highly educated lady and a good writer. Newton has a good class of white people and Mayor Duff who has been mayor for years owns one of the finest houses in the West. He is an hon est, upright, Christian gentleman. We were in the office of Dr. J. W. Graybill, Grand Master of A. O. U. W. one of the most substantial organization of that kind in the West. Mr. Graybill is one of the leading men of Kansas and it is a source of pleasure to meet him. He is kind and courteous and is the right man for the position which he holds as he keeps in touch with all the lodge members. They pay out thousands of dollars each year to beneficiaries. Mr. Chas. Childs is one of the town's industrious citizens and owns good property. Mrs. Childs is said to be one of the best cooks in the West. When you eat one of her meals you feel like eating. Newton has a colored station master, Mr. Wyman Anderson. He owns good property and stands well in the community. The following is what appeared in The Santa Fe Magazine for the month of April: "Our popular station master, Wyman Anderson was the recipient of a token of appreciation not long ago when he received a very beautiful necktie from a lady whom he had assisted in transferring at this point, which was followed by this letter; 'You were so kind to me in helping me with my grip and in getting my rain-coat one day last week also in returning the envelope I had left in the office that I wish you to know I appreciated it. So I had my husband send you a necktie which I presume you have received before this. It is only a slight token, but with it goes my sincere thanks for your kindness to a stranger.' Although Mr. Anderson is not in the habit of receiving presents for his acts of kindness in the performance of his duties, this tends to show that his efforts in assisting strangers are often appreciated." HUTCHINSON Our next stop was at Hutchinson, the salt city of the West and one of the best towns in Kansas. Everybody is active and alive. There are few loafers or idlers about the town and the white people are good Christians and if the colored man means builness he can find a welcome there. While at Hutchinson we ran across a few of our former Topekans, Mr. Ed O'Neil and Sam Zimmerman who are auditing books of the County Commissioners. No worthier men than these could have been chosen for this place as Mr. O'Neil has been county commissioner of Shawnes County and Mr. Zimmerman, County Clerk which make them efficient and capable of holding these offices and doing everything that is required. They have organized a company for this purpose and will do work anywhere they are called upon. Hutchinson has a good class of colored people who are active, and industrious. There are a few loafers that ought to be driven out of town. The better class of colored people should get together and rid the town of these undesirables. There are three or four churches which have good congregations. The A. M. E. Church of which Rev. Bray is pastor is a nice edifice of pressed brick and was just erected in this past year. It is neatly furnished with opera chairs and also has a basement where they serve lunches and hold entertainments for the benefit of the church. Rev. Bray is one among the finest ministers in the state and could command a big church and pastor it to perfection. Hutchinson has several colored ladies who are caterists who are doing fine. Mrs. Benj. Carr has charge of one of the largest tea rooms in the West, Rorabaugh and Wiley. She employs several colored girls which speaks well for the race. Mr. George Saunders one of the most highly respected citizens, owns and conducts a fine barber shop $ \mathrm{H_{e}} $ is an upright Christian gentleman and deserves the confidence of the people. Hutchinson has one doctor, one drug store, two or three restaurants. This is a splendid town for a colored man to open up a clothes cleaning establishment and repair shop and junk shop, in fact do most anything if he is the right kind of person and adapts himself to the work. Rev. and Mrs. J. H. Brooks are making Hutchinson their home. Rev Brooks is presiding elder of Wichita District. While at Hutchinson, we addressed the church in the morning and the Forum in the evening. The Forum is a place that should be organized in all the towns and cities in this country where colored people meet to discuss thing that will be a benefit to them. We were the guests on Sunday of Mr. and Mrs. R. B. Perkeson, 504 West 13th in honor of her daughter and little grand son, Mrs. Ona Perkeson Rhoten and also her nephew. Mr. Walter Evans was a guest. Mrs. Perkeson owns a beautiful home and some valuable lots in that section of the city. Messrs. Benjamin and Solomon Butler will graduate June 4th from Rock Island Illinois High School where they have been attending the last year. They both will attend North-Western University of Chicago next fall. Mr. Benjamin Butler is a noted athlete and champion jumper of the world and has won several medals. His father Benjamin Butler, Sr. of Hutchinson is also full of push, vim and fire. While in Hutchinson we were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Walter Evan- A. D. Griffin, travelling agent for the Topeka Plaindealer and also candidate for the position of Recorder of Deeds was in Newton and other towns getting endorsements for his office. He seems to think it is a lead pipe cinch that he will get the position and he only awalts the order of the president. The Hutchinson Blade is a nice paper well edited and is owned by Mr Snowden and Brooks. Both are wide awake business men. Mr. G.M. Harrison grand treasurer of Odd Fellows is still at his position of baling paper. He owns good property and is very industrious man and a good citizen. Closed Negro School! The Governor of Arkansas Locks up Branch Normal College Because White Superintendent Insults Colored Lady Teacher. Branch Normal College, a state school for the education of Negroes, located in Arkansas, has a white superintendent and colored teachers. This superintendent, W. S., Harris, has, according to press reports, been on the job something like twenty-two years, and on different occasions has been accused of shady transactions with females around the institution. Recently he is said to have insulted a lady teacher, and instead of kicking Harris out, boots, spurs and breeches, the Governor closed the school, thus making the colored people suffer for the acts and conduct of a debased white man. The editor of this paper has sent the following letter to the Governor and we await his reply: Topeka., Kas., June 3, 1915. To the Governor of Arkansas, Little Rock, Ark., My Dear Governor: With regret I see through the press dispatches that you have closed the colored Normal School because some unprincipled white man abused his privileges as an officer and representative of the government of that school by insulting some of the female teachers. I am sorry that so many thousands of colored people have so suffer for the misconduct of one ungrateful white man who did not know his place by staying with his own race. I would be glad to have you inform me if this school was closed on this account. The time has now come that we have plenty of colored people, both men and women, who are educated in colleges and whose morals are above reproach and who have the executive ability to handle that school. Yes, we have thousands of them who could supplant this white man and not bring the disgrace upon the state or race by any misconduct of this kind. I believe the time has arrived when the white man ought to be fair to the colored people and turn these institutions over to the colored people, and stop trying to mix with them in their educational institutions, especially in the South where the line is strictly drawn on caste and prejudice on account of color and previous condition. From what I have heard of you, I know you are a big hearted, magnanimous, courteous, dignified gentleman who is trying to fill the office with credit and ability; and at the same time we know that if you wanted to do something that would elevate the colored man along with his white brother that you would be ostracised and probably driven from office, as there is a class of white people who do not want to see the colored man rise to prominence and fame; but as long as he accepts the white man as his superior, whether he be a tramp, ex-convict or a Philadelphia lawyer, it is O. K. There is no doubt but that the colored man gets plenty of work in the community where he is in large numbers because he is compelled to work at small wages and has to be submissive to all things that the white oppose. Now we are sorry that the great state of Arkansas which boasts of her minerals, agriculture and other products that are making the state famous, will resort to the act of having a white man over a colored institution and thereby bring ```markdown ``` $25.80 Home Training Course Free! Born from $15.00 to $25.00 per week—at home. Diploma given. Write today to our Home Training Department. Don't wait! Be ready for the opening season. Kind folks, take advantage of this opportunity. Let the OXFORD SYSTEM protect you. Write for the history of OXFORD! Read it; compare it with all others. You will be convinced that OXFORD is unexcelled in quality. OXFORD COLLEGE OF HAIR CULTURE, W. L. MAJORS, President, 4246 W. Belle Place St. Louis, Mo. Union Coal and Feed Co. Coal, Feed and... Poultry Supplies. B. N. ROOKS. Bell Phone West 3438. 1839 Quindare Blvd., KANSAS CITY, -:— KANSAS. Notice. Notice to the pastors and visitors, contemplating on attending the Kansas District Sunday School convention at Larned, Kansas, would do me quite a favor to drop me a card and let me know how many you are expecting to bring with you July 13th, 1915. We are expecting Bishop M. F. Jamison, D. D., and J. A. Hamlett, D. D., with us. We can care for all who come, but can do so conveniently by so doing, J. W. Jacobs, P. E. Adress Rev. C. H. Anderson, 1012 Johnsen street, Larned, Kansas. NOTICE. Special Session of State Baptist Convention. The members of the State Baptist Convention are called in special session to be held at Topeka Industrial and Educational Institute, Wednesday, May 26th, at 10 o'clock, A. M. Dr. L. G. Jordan, Secretary of Foreign Mission Board, National Baptist Convention, brings a special message to every member of the Convention. You are urged to be present. Notify Principal W. R. Carter, Industrial Institute, of the time of your arrival and how many delegates you will bring with you. W. A. Bowren, Pres. C. G. Fishback, C. S. W. B HERBERT, GROWER OF POTATO SETS-NANCY HALLS A SPECIALTY. The Nancy Hall Potato is one of the sweetest, best flavored, mellowest, prettiest, best adapted to table use and best keeping Yam Potato to be had. Sets are now ready for sale and shipment. The capacity of our beds is 50 to 75 thousand weekly and we ship by express or parcel post to any part of the U. S., guaranteeing the sets to reach you in good condition. Price 30 cents per 100; $2.50 per 1,000, F. O. B., Beley, Okla. Remittances must accompany order; Reference Farmers and Merchants Bank, Boley, Okla. Address Box 151, Boley, Okla. When in Salt Lake City and what a nice place to eat and rest, stop at Leonard Jackavs, 146, B. 4th St., West. NOWATA, OKLAHOMA. Mr. Neal Stiner returned on last Friday from a month's visit with relatives at San Antonio, Tex. Master Joe Hallsey left yesterday for a three months' visit with his grand parents, Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Bonds, at Pittsburg, Kansas. Mrs. Joe Daniels' brother, Mr. Oliver Young, of Hayden, ended this life last Saturday night. He leaves a host of relatives and friends to mourn his demise. Mrs. Viola Stiner was on the sick list last week, but under the skilled service of Dr. E. D. Jones, she is convalescent. Mrs. Askins' sister, Mrs. Jane, of Vann, visited her last week. Prof. Spencer and wife left Sunday for a month's stay at home. Mrs. Florence Caliman and son, Hadley, made a flying trip recently to Vinita. Miss Ruby Caliman is visiting in Chicago, Ill., with relatives. The S. M. T. of Nowata will have their annual sermon the third Sunday in June and Rev. W. H. Buchanan, S. G. L., of Wagoner, will officiate. Mr. and Mrs. John Turk expect to make Coffeyville, Kansas, their home in the near future. Nowata will have a High school next year. Go on Spencer! Class night at Lincoln school was held at the First Baptist church on last Friday evening. There were eight graduates. Prof. Easter of Coffeyville, Kans., was the speaker of the evening and Supt. Gardner presented the diplomas. Miss Treva Everett is visiting in Tulsa. Rev. Rice of Coffeyville, Kansas, attended the exercises of Lincoln school last Friday evening. Mr. Chas. Blackburn is in the city from Claremore. The barn on the farm of Charles Claggett, north of the city, was struck by a bolt of lightning late Wednesday afternoon of last week and destroyed by fire. The barn was one of the finest in this part of the country and was valued at $1000.00. Two mules valued at $500.00 were killed by the bolt. ABILENE. KANSAS. Miss Rosetta Warder has returned home from Topeka where she has been attending the Topeka Industrial and Educationa Institute. Rev. C. Thomas of St. John, Kas., in passing though the city stopped over and preached at the Mt. Zion Baptist church on Wednesday night of last week. Mr. Robt. Warder of Nicodemus, returned home last Saturday, accompanied by Ora Griffin. Mrs. W. Hampton left Saturday for Denver, Colo. Mr. E. Williams returned last Friday from Concordia. We have plenty of rain in this section and all are anxious to see a few days of sunshine. The wheat and oats in most places are looking extra fine. Not all the corn has been planted as yet. Mr. Andy Teal lost about thirty-five acres of wheat from the effect of high waters. Misses Ethel and Parthina and brothers, Messra. Eugene and Chas. Wesley, attended the wedding of Miss Bertha Washington and Mr. Alvin Knox at Independence May 26th. The friends of Miss Lou McFarland will be glad to hear that she passed the examination required to receive a diploma from the eighth grade. She will probably attend the High school next fall. Last Sunday a number of friends met at Wayside and at the noon hour advanced to the home of Rev. and Mrs. S. Coleman, one mile from Wayside, and took the occupants entirely by surprise. Mrs. Coleman was made to believe that she had to feed the host until a number of well filled baskets, prepared by the ladies, were displayed. All partook of the splendid dinner heartily, and Rev. Coleman gave a short talk of appreciation in the afternoon, which was enjoyed by the forty present A few of those present were Mrs. C. W. Fields, Mrs. Clarrisa Hollins, and Mrs. M. Jones, Misses Lillie and Liddha Teal of Coffeyville, Mr. and Mrs. Payne and two sons, Richard and David, of Independence, and Miss Anna Wilson of Sedan. Rev. Gatewood of the Guthrie district held a very successful meeting Sunday, May 23, at at the C. M. E. church. Mrs. Isabell Washington of Pittsburg, Kansas, arrived last Sunday to spend the summer with her daughter, Mrs. M. R. Eddwing. Mrs. Elizabeth Jones attended the Board meeting at Wagoner, Okla., May 22-23. Mrs. Leona Moss and daughter, Miss Mary, have gone to Texas to spend the summer with Mrs. Moss' mother. Mr. I. J. Hardeman is on the sick list, but is some better. Mrs. Maggie Whitfield has returned from a short visit with her mother at Cherryvale, Kansas. Mr. E. R. Clardy has been on the sick list for some time, but he is now much improved. Mr. J. H. Slaughter of Cushing, Okla., is home on a visit with his wife and baby. He has opened a barbershop at Cushing and is doing nicely. Mrs. Maggie Whitfield and Mrs. Lulu Fields spent Friday and Saturday at Coffeyville, Kansas. Miss Christina Bell spent the first of the week with her mother, Mrs. Fields. She was en route to Coffeyville, Kansas, from Langston, where she had attended school. PARSONS. KANSAS We are glad to announce that two of our young ladies graduated from the High School this year—Miss Aritha Dorsey and Miss Opaline Bradley. Mr. and Mrs. B. G. Ransom entertained Tuesday of last week at their beautiful home in honor of Miss A. Dorsey and Miss O. Bradley. The house was filled to its capacity and the evening was spent in games and music. A light repast was served and each departed having spent a pleasant evening. Miss Romania Williams of Pittsburg Kansas spent the week—end with Misses Opaline and Corine Bradley. She left Saturday for her home in Pittsburg. Miss Wilson of Girard Kansas spent a few days in our city visiting the Misses Bradley. The Banquet given last Friday Night by the Alumni in honor of Misses Bradley and Dorsey was a grand success. A large number was present and Rev. J. W. Green, Jr., was master of ceremonies. A delicious menu was served, which was enjoyed by all. Mr. U. Grant Smith who has been residing in St. Louis Mo. was brought home and operated on for appendicitis of which he never recovered and passed away on Tuesday of last week. He was Past Patron of the O. E. S. in St. Louis and a 33 degree Mason, a member of the Masonic Temple here. Funeral services were held from the home Thursday day with the Masons turning out. HIAWATHA NEWS The Northeastern District Convention convened in Leavenworth, May 18, 19, 20 and 21. Miss Pearle Alexander, superintendent of the Sunday School and Miss Mamie Greene were delegates to the Convention. Mr. George H. Turner of Portland Oregon, spent a few days in our city, visiting Miss Elizabeth Baker. The Knights off Tabor held a free installation on Tuesday night at the A. M. E. Church. Mrs. Hattie Reid of Holton is visiting at the home of Mr. and Mrs Columbus Grier. Rev. A. C. Pace of Topeka preached at the Second Baptist Church Sunday morning. Mrs. Helen Alexander and daughters, Mrs N. Johnson and Miss Pearl] Alexander, entertained Rev. J. W. Wilson of Atchison and Rev. M. J. Smith of Hutchinson, with a six o'clock dinner last Friday evening. Miss Mary Baker of Sioux City is visiting her father, Mr. L. Baker. Deacon Brown and Davis of Atchinson was in our city on buisness Tuesday. EVILS OF ENFORCED SEGREGATION. The Negroes of the South are possessed of two most excellent qualities—a desire for education which fills every Negro school as soon as it is opened, and a hunger for land which makes them eager to secure their own homes and farms. The South needs laborers. Its resources have only just begun to be developed. There is wealth in the soil and under the ground that has scarcely been touched. Though Negro and white people of the traditions, and except as they have been disturbed by the politicians and demagogues they have lived side by side in the greatest harmony. The right sort of an education which emphasizes Christian service, makes white men and black men better and more helpful neighbors. In some parts of the South the Negroes of their own accord have settled in certain sections by them selves. In Mound Bayou in Mississippi and in other places they have their own towns governed by Negro. It is well that they should have the opportunity which these Negro settlements afford of developing and demonstrating their powers of self-government; but any enforced segregation will result, as Dr. Weatherford shows, only in harm to both whites and blacks. It would end in the Negro moving in large numbers to the cities, which do not afford him as good opportunities as the country for the development of integrity, thrift, and character. It would thus deprive the Southern white man of the labor he needs. —H. B. Frissell in the Southern Workman. NOTES ON RACIAL PROGRESS A thought for the Week-Why should not the colored people become the inn-keepers of America? Is the idea wholly fanciful? Have the daughters of those far-famed "mammies" of old not sufficient of their parents' aptitude and executive ability to make themselves mistresses of of house keeping if the way be only shown to them? We could guarantee one thing: it would take a stronger race prejudice than exists today to keep men and women out of appetizing and attractive restaurants merely because the boniface who looked after his white customer was of a dark skin—Oswald Garrison Villard in an address before the National Negro Builness League. --- J. H. Kelly, a colored man, is the chief train dispatcher at Carbondale, Illinois. He has been employed by the Illinois Central Railroad for forty-two years. $60,000 has been invested in Lincoln Electric Park, a first-class amusement resort for colored people of Kansas City, Mosouri. It is said that half of this money was invested by the colored people. Dr. C. T. Walker, the distinguish ed orator of Agusta, Georgia, delivered an address in Macon, Georgia, under the auspices of the Odd Fellows and the Local Negro Buisness League. This is part of an aggressive campaign by this League to encourage the establishment of more buisness enterprise among the Negroes of that city. --- It is reported that the African Union Company, an importing company composed of coloren buisness men has purchased 18,000 mahogany trees in Liberia. These trees will be sold to American manufacturers at a cost estimated to be several million dollars. Mr. Joseph L. Jones of Cincinnati, Ohio, is the secretary. The Tuskegee Institute Octette, with Captain Alvin J. Neely in charge, is making a tour of the Northwest. The Colored Buisness Men of Knoxville, Tennessee, have announced the opening of their club rooms. A Smoke-Shop and Billiard Parlor are included. Mr. Eugene K. Jones, Associate Director of the National League on Urban Conditions Among Negroes, is making a tour of the South in the interest of the Urban League. His itinerary includes Richmond, Savannah, Augusta, Atlanta, Louisville and St. Louis. The Local Negro Buisness League at Union Springs, Ala., has perfected the organization of the People's Co-operative Drug & Mercantile Co. The company began buisness May 1st. Joseph E. Howard, a young colored man of Chicago, Illinois, has been appointed manager of the Chicago Branch of the National Publishing Company. This company is one of the largest manufacturers of books, Bibles and leather goods in the United States and the Chicago office takes care of all bulbsness from Chicago to the Pacific coast. Mr. Howard has been with the company fifteen years. Browder's Cafe. JAMES R. BROWDER, Prop. —First Class Meals at All Hours. Short Orders a Specialty. Choice of Meats Served in this Cafe—Ice Cream, Soft Drinks of All Kinds—Private Dining Room in Connection. 1205 Kansas Avenue, GREAT BEND. --- KANSAS. "Klean Maid" College Hill Bread It's Made in the "Sun-Lit G. L. Jordan, Bakery on College Hill." PROPRIETOR ```markdown ``` No. 3363. L, . . $100,000. National Bank. at Bend, Kansas. DIRECTORS: L. HAMILTON, E. J. EVERLEIGH, D. B. CHAPMAN, F. V. RUSSELL, PETER BLACK, CHAS. V. BRINKMAN Bauk in Pawnee County. Surplus $60,000.00. FETT BROS.'SIONAL BANK ARNED, KANSAS. A. H. Moffarles, H. T. Taylor, A. A. Doerr, W. W. Cett. CAPITOL BREWERY COMPANY, Jefferson',City, Missouri. CHAS. E. LOBDELL, R. L. HAMILTON, E. J. EVERLBIGH, W. TORREY, O. B. CHAPMAN, F. V. RUSSELL, F. H. MILLER, PETER BLACK, CHAS. V. BRINKMAN, The Oldest Bauk in Pawnee County. Capital and Surplus $60,000.00. MOFFETT BROS.' NATIONAL BANK LARNED, KANSAS. J. B. Brown, Mark Krouch, A. H. Moffarles, H. T. Taylor, A. A. Doerr DIRECTORS:—John Lindas, W. W. Cett. service extended by this bank is evidence of its desire to promote a lasting and friendly relationship with all of its patrons. a State Bank. KANSAS. 1914. 42 Years Successful Business in Winfield, Kansas. THOS. B. KENNEDY, President. W. F. MILLER, Cashier. JAS. V. HUMPHREY, Vice Pres. F. A. DURAND, Aast. Cashier. First National Bank. 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E. church Sunday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock. Quite a number were out to witness the first turn-out of the two fraternities. The order has only been organized in Horton six months and has a membership of about 16 men and fifteen ladies who turned out in full uniform and seemed to be going onward to great success. The following program was rendered: Invocation—Rev. A. Gamble. Song—E. M. T. Choir. Remarks—Mr. John Hayes, W. M. Song—G. M. T. Choir. Address—Mrs. Cooper, W. P. Sermon—Rev. A. Gamble. Musio—Choir. Mrs. Mildred Johnson and little son, Drenell, of Lee's Summit, Mo., were visiting here last week, the guests of Mrs. J. B.Fleming. Mrs. Johnson formerly lived in Horton and everyone was glad to see her again. We are proud to announce that Eugene and Laura Fleming, son and daughter of the late John B. Fleming are members of the senior class of the Horton High school. The commencement exercises will be held tomorrow. 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Burks, of Kansas City, Kansas., May 22d organized the Delta Chapter of the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority. The members are University girls. The officers and members are: Louise H. Craig, president; M. Lenora Jones, vice-president; Hazel M. Hurst, secretary; Gladys C. M. Anderson, treasurer; Edna L. Miller, Judeth A. Syms and Hazel B. McDaniels. The Alpha Kappa Sorority is a colored Sorority of which Miss Jane Addams is an honorary member. It was organized in 1908 and incorporated in 1913. The purpose of the Sorority is to study and solve such problems as will help the colored woman take her place in the vanguard of civilization; to cultivate and encourage high scholastic and ethical standard among college students and the establishment of unity and friendship among the more efficient college students and to keep alive among the alumnal their interest in college life and progressive movements emenating therefrom for the avowed purpose of improving the social status of the race, raising moral standards and increasing educational efficiency. VICTOR AND CRIPPLE CREEK, COLORADO. The entertainment at Handy chapel Friday night was a success both socially and financially. Mrs. Dave Hill of Warren street is still very ill. Mr. Lawrence Cotwell of Victor is attending school at Fort Collins. He is expected home soon. Quite a number of new people are coming into the district. Mrs. William C. Harris, of South Third street, Victor, is slowly improving from her recent attack of la grippe. Rev. Washington, of Handy chapel, was a visitor in Victor Saturday at- --- Mr. William Digga, of Victor was over to Cripple Creek on his swell riding horse, Daisy. Mr. Jesse Roses, Victor, is indisposed at this writing. Mr. William Bryant, of Victor, who has suffered for two weeks with a severe tooth ache, is better, having had the member extracted. Anyone in the district who cares to take The Topka Plaindealer, will kindly call Mr. William Harris, 219 South Third street, Victor or telephone 61, who has taken the agency for The Plaindealer and he will call upon you at once. Mr. Fred Hopkins, 333 Irene street Cripple Creek, departed Sunday for Ratoon, N. M., where he expects to engage in business. Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Cotwall were visitors in Cripple Creek Sunday afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Cantty, of Cripple Creek entertained at dinner Sunday, Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Cotwell and Mrs. A. L. Stewart, of Victor. Mr. William Morris, of Cripple Creek, who suffered a mental collapse last week was removed to a local hospital. He is reported to be in a serious condition. ATCHISON, KANSAS. Thirty-fifth High school commencement which was Friday May 28th at the High school auditorium. Among forty-five members of the graduating class were four Negroes: Miss Julia Guthrie, Miss Hazel and Verna Penn and Mr. Aaron Shackelford. They all looked very pretty. The three young ladies named above wore white. Miss Guthrie's gown was white satin trimmed in white beeds, lace and ribbon. We are very proud of those who graduated from the High school and we hope that there will be a larger number of our boys and girls next year than this year. Mr. Ben Jackson, Sr., seems to be very much improved at this writing. Mr. John Cook is numbered among the sick. He was stricken with paralysis on the 22d ult., and his condition is reported as being quite serious. Those that graduated from the Eighth grade from Lincoln school are as follows: Vermitta Allen, Ruth Anderson, Mildred Madison, Gladys Claggett, Alfred Pyles, Andrew Downing, Ralph Shackelford, Jessie Stone, Ira Ewing, Julia Talbert, Elizabeth Harris, Benjamin Taylor, Othello Holmes, Petromia Whitley, Isaac McAllister, Harold Wilson. These were presented with diplomas that entitles them to enter High school next September. Mr. James Brown superintendent of the Sunday school and Mrs. Lulu Porter superintendent of the Womans" department of the Sunday school made a grand report from the Northeast District Convention which met at Leavenworth a few weeks ago. It is reported that Dr. W. H. Hudson is very ill at a hospital in Chicago. Mrs. Rachel Taylor and Miss Gladons Warthwell went to Leavenworth Decoration day. Mrs. Ella King Huston, of Saint Joseph, Mo., was the guest of her sister, Mrs. Stanton Waters. COFFEYVILLE. KANSAS. Misses Helen and Ethel Harris are attending normal in Wagoner, Okla. Before returning home they will visit relatives and friends in Muskogee. Rev. L. G. Jordan, D. D., of Philadelphia, Pa., secretary of the Foreign Mission Board, was in the city Sunday, May 30th. He preached at Macedonia Baptist church, morning and evening. A union meeting was held at Sardis First Baptist church in the afternoon at 3 p. m. Rev. Jordan was the speaker of the afternoon. He told of many happenings both good and bad about Africa and gave those who heard him something to think of. The financial aid given for the benefit of te work was splendid. A surprise party was given in honor of the Misses Harris before they left for the normal Friday by Misses Ethel Warren and Lillian and Lydia Teal; Mesars Clarence Maddox and Eugene Roberts. Mrs. Clifford Hord of Kansas City and fifteen other young people. The evening was spent in games an social conversation. At a late hour a delicious juncheon was served. The Mount Canan Baptist Sunday School wishes to express words of encouragement to Misses Helen and Ethel Harris in their normal work and study. We miss them very much as they were both Sunday school teachers and proved to be strong Christian leaders and church workers. We wish them success. Mrs. Marle Cartwright has returned from the radium in Claremore, Okla. where she has been for a few weeks. Her health is much improved The I. S. I. Art club met with Mrs. M. D. L. Cox on Wednesday afternoon, May 26th. A full mem- were Mrs. F. G. Bowen of Mt. Keyque, Oilda, and Miss Leslie Dawson. A pleasant afternoon was spent in fancy work of various kinds. All enjoyed the social honor. After the business meeting a luncheon was served at 5:30 o'clock. Club adjourned to meet with Miss Ida Mae Dawson on June 21. Miss Lottie Cartwright of Parsons, is in the city visiting Misses Lillian and Ida Hunnigan and her relatives. Mrs. Clifford Hord of Kansas City, has returned home after spending a few days with relatives and friends. Mrs. M. E. Woods very delightfully entertained the I. S. I. Art club at her home on East Ninth St. Wednesday afternoon, May 12. The usual time was spent in needle craft and a short business meeting was also held. Mrs. J. P. White, of French Lake, Ind., a niece of Mrs. Woods was a guest and made a very pleasing talk to the club. Mrs. Woods served an enjoyable luncheon at 5 p. m., after which the club adjourned to meet with Mrs. M. D. L. Cox on May 26th. KANSAS CITY, KANSAS. Mrs. Lulu Frazier entertained at breakfast Monday, May 31st Mrs. Lillie Savington Lewis, of Canada; Mrs. Tillie P. Moss, Mrs. R. E. Webster of Denver, Colo., Miss Jeanette Woodson of Lexington, Mrs. Brown and Miss Hortense Webster. The guests departed declaring Mrs. Frazier an ideal hostess. Miss Alice Shores was called to Kentucky on account of the serious illness of her father. A very pretty party was given by Mr. Earl Thomas in honor of the senior class of Sumner High school, Monday May 24th at the residence of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ben Thomas 17 South Harrison street. Mrs. Kla Overalli Nash, 2728 Woodland avenue entertained Saturday evening in honor of Lincoln High school faculty. An enjoyable time was had. Miss Jeanett Woodson, of Lexington, is visiting her mother, Mrs. Wm. Woodson, 1823 Michigan. Mr. Silas Parker, of Lexing was in the city last week looking after his property. While here he was the guest of his sister, Mrs. Tillie Moss. Dr. Charles Bently, of Chicago, was the guest of Prof. and Mrs. D. A. Crosswaite. PHONIX. ARIZONA. "The Clansman," which is advertised to be shown here in the next few days is meeting with strong opposition by the colored people of Phoenix. As soon as it was learned that it was expected to come, then the people got busy and called a mass meeting, the object of which was to appoint a committee to protest its coming before the public, to the city manager and county commissioners. Final results are not known but we have every reason to believe, "no Clansman for Phoenix." The colored people of Phoenix are wide awake and looking forth to their own interest in every way possible. Douglass school has closed with the most successful term of its history with Prof. Laudry, of Bryan, Texas, as its principal. The school turned out this time seven graduates as follows: Misses Ione Smith, Juanita White, Pearl Turner and Chester Fish, Herbert Simpson, William Clay, Jesse Williams. The same will attend Phoenix Union High school another term. Mrs. Mary Maroney, the third teacher, left May 26th for Emporia, Kansas her home. Prof. Laudry left May 30 for Bryan, Tex. Mrs. Clayton, the second teacher, is still in the city. All were reappointed for another term. Mrs. Adda Taylor Counter, formerly of Oklahoma, who was here for her health, died a few days ago in the Sisters' hospital, and the body was sent to Texas, her old home. LA JUNTA. COLORADO. Rain, rain—so much that the farmers are unable to plant their crops. Rev. Reeves has returned from Trinidad, where he attended the Dist. Conference and Sunday School Convention. He reports it as being one of the grandest sessions he ever attended. The Masons gave a banquet on the 19th which was quite an elaborate affair. Born to Mr. and Mrs. Williamson a baby girl. Mother and child are doing fine. Mr. Holt hauled a party of men out to Timber Lake Tuesday. Their object was fishing, but they did not get many fish as the weather turned very cold at night and the next morning it started to rain. They returned Wednesday afternoon a the party were Rev. Michael B. Kinney, Mr. Ray, Mr. J. Marshall, Rev. Ramsey, James Ray and Carl Duncan. Mrs. Deharney of Independence, Mo., is visiting her sister, Mrs. James Scott on East First street. The annual sermon of the S. M. Ts. was preached Sunday, May 30 at the A. M. E. church by the Rev. Reaves. Although the weather was very inclement, a good crowd attended and listened attentively to a highly instructive sermon. Mr. P. Young returned one day this week from Hutchinson, Kansas where he spent several days. He says that he could very easily make Hutchinson his home. Mrs. Clardy left for Denver Saturday, where she will remain indefinitely. SHAMES AND DISGRACES Where are the good mothers, fathers and husbands about Galveston? The way things are going on down town and in the streets of Galveston, one might think they were all gone on a vacation. Young girls and young married women are frequently seen on the streets, in public places, (and those that are not public); with men and boys of questionable characters. Some of their movements are as dark as as night. They associate, ride, walk and talk with the very dregs of Galveston. Trip and trail up and down the streets like a bunch of geese. Anything, anybody can stop them and back up by a corner post and entertain them with two hours chin music. All this goes on, going to the movies; while father, mother and husband works and sleeps. These infernal parasites, finger lickers and registered members of the lower element society; living the double life; emerge from their hellish dens in the cool of the evening and lay in wait for your daughters and wives; as they come to the movies, while you stay at home or out at work; preying upon them like tigers. Parents and husbands awake; rise and make haste to change these damnable conditions. Help classify—Society must be purged. Stop tht daughter from going to town so often, accompany her to the movies, go with her to do her shopping. When she has company ask who he is; and what is he doing to a living; who else of good repute besides your daughter knows him and what class of people does he associate with. Let the young husbands and old ones too, make some investigation, and you will bring things to pass; then these cut throats, mid-night demons, pool room boarders, saloon dwellers and club rats who are now associating with your wives, hidden beneath the cloak of society; entering your homes carrying them out; will be segregated to their class and colored Galveston will rise in the realms of society that counts. You who doubt these conditions here stated go down town in the evening, walk leisurely about Twenty-fifth street, stroll down around the movies, around to the post office; down Church and Winnie and like the prophet Jeremiah you'll weep for the sins of your peple—Texas Guide. Nashville, Tenn., May 17. Mr. W. L. Majors, owner of the Oxford College of Hair Culture, St. Louis, Mo. recently demonstrated his new invention and seventeen preparations in this city to a large number of colored people. His new device for purifying the scalp and at the same time stimulating the growth of the hair, marks a new epoch in scientific hair culture. Many ladies signed up for the course, and Mr. Majors is well pleased with the type of business done in the city. In company with Dr. Phillips he called on Mayor House, and after explaining his four inventions, the Mayor encouraged him by wishing him success. While in the city he also visited the various educational institutions, the publishing houses and other places of interest. He was shown numerous courtesies by local business and professional men. Dr. Phillips, a leading physician of the city, spoke on "Mother's Day In Clarksville Sunday night the 9th inst. Rev. J. H. Crooks, pastor of Wesley Chapel, C. M. E. church extended a special invitation to the young doctor whose address was interesting and frequently interrupted by applause. Dr. Phillips presented Mr. Majors to the citizenship of Clarksville where he gave a demonstration to the large crowds for three days at 616 Franklin street. On the last day of his demonstrations through an invitation extended by Dr. Phillips, Major Marble and Superintendent and were greatly interested in pleasing with what they saw. Governances were extended Dr. Phillips and Mr. Majors by Dr. Burt, Rev J. M. Crooks and other leading citizens. School teachers, doctors, lawyers; praechers and people from all walks of life attended and were lead in their praise for Oxford College. Mr. Majors was ably assisted by Mrs. L. G. Williams, who is a graduate of the college and is also owner of the beauty parlor on Franklin street. It is understood that Mr. Majors will make trips throughout the South in the near future. He made a special trip to Erin, Tenn., and other places then to Saint Louis, where he is doing a thriving business. Mr. Majors is a fine type of the "self-made man," by thrift, perseverance, square dealing and rigid economy, he has hit the trail in the busy commercial world, and now owns one of the largest scientific hair colleges in America. Mr. Majors is progressive and will be heard from in the future. SHAMS. In years passed this city had but a few shams so far as colored people were concerned. There were but few business houses, but a great deal of social prejudice and discrimination. Social discrimination obtained then as it does now, and to a greater extent a great deal more. There was the Lotus Club, better known as the Freedmen's bank ring. This hank was controlled socially by shams. Now, it seems that shams control every thing from the kitchin to the front door in this city. Shams can be found in all walks; the pulpit, the Sunday School, the legal and medical professions and many other places. Shams among colored people are the most dangerous and those most deceptive. Whenever you see a sham minister or a sham business man you will be readily convinced that he is a sham when he appeals to your sympathies. They will feelingly tell you that you should support your own institutions, that you must be loyal to your race, that thousands, yea millions of dollars of colored people's money is being vaulted in white banks, when you should vault your money in colored banks. This kind of doctrine comes form the financial agitator. The moment you get out of sight you will see those same individuals taking the interest of your money and give it to some white newspaper that is inimical to your interest, some newspaper edited by white men that advocate segregation. Shams are unworthy of belief. They are dishonest because they pretend one thing to you and something else to others. There is a society of shams in this city and a colony of fakers. The sham preacher will send you a column of matter concerning himself and force you to send him enough of your papers to pay for it. And at the same time he will give a publication edited by white men from $35 to $400 or $4 per inch and one paper thrown in. The sham lawyer is in the same category. He will accept a free puff from you and give the white a fortune to mention his name. The Negro newspaper makes the Negro professionals. Many of the Negro professionals appreciate what the colored press does. The Negro buisness ought to know that he can realize more from a newspaper that circulates among his people than a paper that seldom reaches them. Le Droit Park is an example. In this park there are fully from 7,000 to 8,000 colored people. There are nine Jew grocery stores and two colored stores. There is not a white family in the park. There the colored citizens are making these people rich and starving out their own people. The Bee comments the Jew in this park because there is not one purchase as much as a pin from either of these Negro establishments, but the Negroes trade with these Jew stores, which is an evidence of the characteristics of the sham Negroes. Don't understand or get it into your heads that The Bee is opposed to the Jews, but The Bee does think that the Negroes in this park should patronize those who patronize them. Te sham Negro in the park is a menace to society and the sooner he opens his eyes the better he will succeed in business.The Washington (D.C.) Bee. WM. GRIZZARD has opened a buffet on 18th St. between Highland and Woodland avenues, Kansas City, Missouri, where he will serve fine drinks to the public. This is the first time that a colored man was ever permitted to open a drinking place in this district-Adv. MY CANDY SHOP, 13th and Vine St., Kansas City, Mo. Bell phone 4866 East-Home phone 4213 East. This is the place to buy first class candies, fruit, ice cream and soda water. Give this place a call. Adv. WHOEVER, ..... Beller THIS, BAUGMAN, Traveling Agent SUBSCRIPTION RATES. One Year.....$1.50 Two Months.....1.00 Three Months.....5.00 Advertising Rates Per Month $2.00 Per Inch. Reserved at the Postoffice at Topsha as Second Class Mall Matter. Major House and Chief Parsons are programming the lie down the threats of the gang that said Topeka would be filled with joints and dives if they were placed in charge of the city's affairs. Topeka is dryer and cleaner than ever in history. Go to it boys, you've made good! Mr. A. D. Griffin, advertising manager of The Plaindealer, spent a day in the city this week. "Griff" is still on the trail of the position of Recorder of Deeds for the District of Columbia. He and his friends are hamming daily on President Wilson. This along with the President's worry over Germany and Mexico may cause him to seek relief from one annoyance by naming Mr. Griffin for the job. Goods the people are satisfied, since we have our annual quota of cut throats, thugs and thieves who invade the state under the guise of harvest hands. We have maintained all along that it is silly to lure this great army of crooks into the state when Kanana has enough loafers and idle men who want work, not only to harvest her wheat, but eat a good size hole into the entire crop were it made into a nice, big cake. RACE PREJUDICE. This magazine has stood, from the day of its inception, for justice and fair play. It has by no means confined its interest to animals. Men, women and children, the victims of greed; oppression, injustice, prejudice, have found on its pages an outspoken championship. It has asked of no man the color of his skin, nor of any man the shibboleth of his sect. It has never been able to understand how anything but a man's inner spirit could be the measure of his manhood, or anything but the fruit of his creed the test of his religion. It would therefore be untrue to itself if it failed to denounce the attempt that has been made here in Boston to humiliate and vilify the colored American citizen. This is what the photo-play known as "The Birth of a Nation" does. Not only does it falsify history to suit its own purpose, representing the Ku Klux Klan as a body of chivalrous knights, bearing the cross as their holy standard, like the crusaders of old; not only does it falsify the character of the Negro of war times and imply that he is still unfit for citizenship in an unlightened republic, and present him in guises that excite hostility against him, but it appears to have been most skilfully and deliberately planned to arouse and widen in the world that prejudice against the Negro that has characterized the worst elements of the South. It holds up for hissing and hate a mulatto on the ground that he wants to marry a white girl, but sweeps the audience on without time for anyone to remember that that very mulatto face in the undeniable witness to the fact that some white man outraged his colored mother. At a day when all Europe is a battle field where race prejudice is reaping the whirlwind of its own sowing, and when we all must realize how easily that spirit may be kindled here, to permit the continuance of this exhibition in Boston, the home of Garrison and Phillips and Sumner, is a reproach on our city. It is devoutly hoped that the attempt now being made to stop it by some legislative act will have been successful ere these words are read We are perfectly sure that no other race of our citizens would ever endured the insults, the wrongs, the lynchings, the robberies of rights guaranteed under the constitution without seeking by some other than legal methods those rights the appeal to law has seemed impotent to secure—"F. R. H." in "Our Dumb Animals." WEIR CITY. KANSAS. Mr. Joseph Tyson and Miss Pinkie Rench were united in holy wedlock on May 18 by Rev. F. H. Prentice. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Rench. The bride and groom are both members of Saint John Baptist church. They will make their home in Weir. The Topeka Plainsaler wishes them a long happy and prosperous life. The U. E. F. and S. M. T. had their Thanksgiving sermon preached H. Prentice. There were two visiting ledges—Pittsburg and Cherokee. The sermon will be presached in 1916 at Pittsburg. Rev. Joe Prentice, father of Rev. F. H. Prentice, pastor of St. John Baptist church, left Tuesday for his home in Alabama, after spending a month here with his son, and is very much pleased with things in general. Mr. T. S. Berry has been very sick but is better at this writing. (First Published in The Topeka Plaindealer May 28, 1915.) STATE OF KANSAS, Sharpe County. Shawnee County, ss. In the matter of the estate of John Briggs, late of Shawnee County, Kansas. NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT. Notice is hereby given that on the 27th day of May, A. D. 1915, the undersigned was, by the Probate Court of Shawnee County, Kansas, duly appointed Administrator of the estate of John Briggs, late of Shawnee County, deceased. All parties interested in said estate will take notice and govern themselves accordingly.—(3t.) ELVA A. BRIGGS, Administrator. BAPTISTS OF KAW VALLEY! LOOK! READ! COME!! The Kaw Valley District B. Y. P. U. and Sunday School Convention will hold their eleventh annual session with the First Baptist church, Eudora, Jun. 9 to 11, 1915. Come and help make this the best session ever held. Splendid papers, good debates, excellent sermons, good singing, earnest prayers and a demonstratoln B. Y. P. U. will be special features of the Convention. Come to the first session on Wednesday afternoon and stay through the last session Friday night. Also Bible Institute will be conducted by one especially prepared for the work. Miss M. L. Bradshaw, President B. Y. P. U. Convention. Mrs. E. Herrington, Corresponding Secretary. Miss G. B. Solomon, President Sunday School Convention. Mrs. R. L. Jones, Corresponding When in Great Bend, Kansas, and want a first class meat at any hour call at Browder's Cafe—ice cream, soft drinks, etc., and the very best service. A new business for the public in general. Mr. Browder is a chef, having been in the business at one of the leading hotels of Great Bend for many years, and is leaving no stones unturned to make Browder's Cafe one of the most popular places for our people in the West. Mr. Browder is a man well known throughout the country and we recommend to the people in general Browder's Cafe where you can get the best meal that money can buy. Remember the place is at No. 1209 Kansas Ave., Great Bend, Kans. FORT SCOTT. KANSAS. The Autumn Leaf and Snow clubs met Wednesday at the home of Mrs. M. B. Henderson. After the routine of business a dainty lunch was served in buffet style. They will hold their next meeting with Mrs. D. Clayton on June 16th. On last Monday, May 31 a reception was given in honor of the graduates of the Fort Scott High school—Miss Corne Knight and Mr. Toby Owens, by the Madams Johnston, Owens, Wilkerson and McLemore. A splendid program was rendered and some very timely and interesting remarks were enthusiastically received by all. A nice luncheon was served buffet style, and all had a nice time. Mrs. Olliner died at her home on Monday, May 31st. The funeral was held at the A. M. . church conducted by Rev. Davis. She leaves a husband, relatives and friends. Mrs. J. C. Cantey has returned home. Rev. W. E. Washington, Miss Sarah Bell Carter and Mrs. Payne, left this morning for Denver to attend the District Conference. Mr. and Mrs. George Cartwell, of Victor and Mrs. Stewart, Mrs. Broadus were dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Cantey Sunday. The ice cream social at the A. M. E. church Friday night was a success. Mrs. Kimberling, who had been visiting in Pratt, Kansas in now in Kansas City. We hope to see her return soon. Mr. Lawrence Cantwell, who had been attending school in Boulder, is expected home soon. Mrs. D. Z. Hill of 537 Warren, has been quite ill. Mrs. A. H. Waddy, of Colorado avenue, made a hurried trip to Colorado Springs Sunday. Preaching Sunday morning at 11 o'clock and general class. Sunday school at 3 p. m.—Rev. J. Mr. A. L. Phillips is a man of our race at Tulsa who is helping to make history for our people. At No. 115 North Greenwood there are two brick buildings 25x50, two stories, that this gentleman owns, in which several Negro enterprises are located. This gentleman is using his good judgment in real estate and in business buildings, thereby giving Negro business men places where they will be able to do business. He owns two other houses in the city of Tulsa. He is an employee of the Pioneer Telephone Co. and receives a lucrative salary for his services. He and his good wife are among the best people, and such men are a credit to our race. C. W. MR. A. L. PHILLIPS. The above cut represents one of the live colored business men of the city of Tulsa, Okla. He is a solid man and stands for something in his town... Dr. Johnson is successfully treating all diseases peculiar to women and children. She makes a specialty along this line and is winning fame. Persons needing her services will reach her at 319 W. Johnson street, Sapulpa, Oklahoma. THE WORLD'S FIRST WOMEN'S HISTORY MUSEUM DR. E. E. McCOY-JOHNSON. Nashville, Tenn., May 27, '14. This is a true likeness of Elizabeth E. McCoy. JAY BROS., per C. P. Lacy. Subscribed and sworn to before me this 27th day of May, 1914. W. O. HAWKINS, Notary Public (My commission expires Jan. 2nd, 1016.) VINITA. OKLAHOMA. Miss Sadie Davis will leave soon to visit Miss Fannie Chase at Fort Gibson. Rev. T. W. Kidd held quarterly conference Wednesday night, and we also had with us Presiding Elder Perrin. The first Sunday in June the A. M. E. church will hold a rally for the benefit of the church. Pastor Rev. 'A. J. Green. The Ladies Home and Foreign Missionary Society met at the home of Mrs. Moore. There were ten present. A lunch was served which all enjoyed. The next meeting will be with Mrs. John Davis. Dr. L. I. Ryan taken suddenly ill Tuesday and other physicians were called to treat him. Dr. Sudduth, of Muskogee, was a visitor between trains. Mrs. Andy Rider has several cousins visiting with her from California. Mrs. C. N. Williams and sister, who was to visit their mother a few weeks, were delayed on account of high waters. She will also erect a fine tombstone over little Cecil Williams while here. Miss Josephine Lynch will spend 1 few weeks in Parsons, Kansas with Mrs. Enoch Hawkins. trains Sunday evening. Mrs. C. J. Johnson, Master A. D. and Jaytee Johnson will spend a few weeks with her mother and friends. NEW LOCATION—On and after May 22 Madam A. C. McClelland Todd's Hair Dressing Parlor will be located at 1315 Van Buren street. Phone 4484 Black—Adv. Farms.... q For Negroes! Colored Men, why not buy a farm in a land where a man is a man—where ONE crop will pay for your farm? Ican sell you a farm in Logan county, Kans. PRICES FROM $10 to $20 per acre—easy terms, fine soil, best climate. If you mean business, write S. E. CAREY, Attorney at Law, Russell Springs, --- Kansas. FOR SALE-A SNAP. Here is an opportunity to invest a small sum of money in a good paying restaurant, lunch counter, soda water fountain and ice cream parlor in Leavenworth, Kansas, on the main business street and it is the only place that serves both white and colored. An old established business with first class standing; for particulars write B. F. Samuel, 220 Delaware street, Leavenworth, Kansas, for now is the time, as the business season is opening up; can be bought on reasonable terms. Ill health cause for selling. A NEW LOCATION! On and after May 22 Madam A. C. McCieland Todd's hair dressing parlor will be located at 1315 Van Buren St. Phone 4484 black—Adv. DC "I don't believe I'll take that gown, after all." "Why not?" "It feels too comfortable on me to be stilish." "Did the prisoner strike you in an ebullition of wrath?" "No, he didn't; he hit me in the stummick." Scents—Cents—Sense. "Papa," pleaded the small daughter, "pissase give me ten cents to buy a bottle of perfume." "Not a scent for you," replied the heartless parent, as he lighted an aromatic weed imported from the cabbage fields of Connecticut. Konantz Undertaking FUNERAL DIRECTORS AND- LICENSED EMBALMERS. GEO. A. KONANTZ, Mgr. Telephone 274. 15 Wall St. PT. SCOTT, KAB Great Radium ...Water... God's Gift to Suffering Humanity Flowing from the bowels of the earth —the greatest germalter that's known The diseased germs are busy tearing down the tissues of the body. Owner to Claremore, Okla., and bathe in the "Fountain of Health." Stop at Oddy, Bath House Hotel. Rates reasonable. CLAREMORE, OKLAHOMA. Baughman Brothers, TOPEKA, KANSAS. Wholesale and Retail Dealers in Ice Cream, Manufacturers of High Grade —SODA WATER— Tel. 3640. 23rd and Lincoln Sta. Hair Goods Are the Best Made. Real Hand Made Human Creole Hair Latest Styles always my aim. We sell Creole Hair Goods, Wigs, Paita, Braids, Furls, and Transformations. Hair in bulk, Hair Nets, Straightening Combs, toilet articles. We guarantee them to COMB and WASH and for the CRIMP to remain THE OLD RELIABLE MME, BAUM'S HAIR EMPORIUM 486—8th Ave. NEW YORK CITY. Send 2c stamp today for Catalogue. Real Hand Made Human Creole Hair FREE BEAUTIFULLY ILLUSTRATED BOOK Duchess, Front View, $2.95 Duchess, Back View, $2.95 Sost to all who write. Latest styles. Largest wholesale importers and manufacturers of COLORED WOMEN'S HAIR "JEWEL" Straightening Comb, 50c. each "VICTOR" Straightening Comb, 75c. each "ELECTRIC" Straightening Comb, 20c. each "MAGIC" Heater, 90c. each "MAGIC" Straightening Comb, $1.90 each "MAGIC" Comb and Heater, $1.40 complete HAND MADE human hair goods is my specialty. The kind that will stand combing and redressing Being HAND MADE enables me to guarantee perfect silk-colored hair refinished. For years I have stood the test. My business being mostly wholesale, we may give you very lower than others but superior hair. LATEST STYLES, always my aim. We sell Creole Hair Dresses, Wigs, Paita, Braids, Furls, and Transformations. Hair in bulk, Hair Nets, Straightening Combs, and Hair Dresser Tools. Also toilet grilles of worth and money, collected by my long experience. A good card will bring my New Catalog FREE for the asking. GEO. B. N. BUNGAY, 28 So. William St., New York City Good Ice Cream or Ices Call on Cor. 4th and Taylor Sts. Topeka, Kans. Miss Edna Greene. Graduate Stenographer I make a specialty of copying legal documents, sermons, essays, etc. I also take dictation and will be pleased to serve the public at any time. I can be found daily at The Plaindealer office, and if you cannot call, phone 3300, and I will give your wants prompt attention. No manuscript too difficult for me to handle, no job too small or too large to receive careful attention. 1½ Blks. W. P. O. Home Phone?577 Furnace Heat. Electric Lights. Nicely Furnished Rooms. Central Hotel, MRS. O. E. MARSHALL, Prop. W. H. H. ASHBY, Mgr. W. H. H. ASHBY, Mgr. Marshall Sisters Cafe in Connection Barbershop on Third Floor. Rest Room for Gentlemen. 402 South St. Excelsior Springs, to In the District Court of Shawnee County, Kansas. Grace Wallace, Plaintiff, vs. Andrew J. Wallace, Defendant. PUBLICATION NOTICE. State of Kansas, Shawnee County, SS The State of Kansas to Andrew J. Wallace, Greeting! You are hereby notified and warned that said plaintiff has commenced her action in said Court against you asking for divorce, for the return of her maiden name and for all such other relief as she may be entitled to in equity. And you are further notified that unless you appear and answer the allegations of the said petition herein filed on or before the 4th day of June A. D. 1915 that all the allegations of the said petition will be taken as true and judgment rendered accordingly against you and for her as prayed for in her petition. ARTHUR J. BOLINGER. Attorney for Plaintiff. Attest: C. W. Bowers, Clerk of District Court. (Seal) HAIR... TREATMENTS—Pressing and Scalp Treatment—Oils and Tonks for the HAIR—Transformations and Braids and Hair Switches made to odrev. Call, Phone or address 849 Freeman Ave. Kansas City, Kansas Phone West230 Special Prices to Churches in any quantity; also High Grade Milk, Cream and Phone 622. ...T. K. KING... General Farming and Stock Raising. "Back to the Farm" LOOK! STOP! READ! Fine Western Kansas land for wheat, kaffir corn, maze, barley, oats, corn, almost any thing planted grows and does well. Wheat yields from 25 to 40 bushels to the acre. This land can be bought at the right price in small tracks or large ones, with small payments. Titles are good and terms are easy. I will be glad to hear from you in regard to this land, while it is cheap and waisting for you. Write T. K. King for further information, R. F. D. I, Box 76, Plains, Kansas. PHYSICIANS AND SURGEONS. DR. J. M. JAMISON—327 Madison St. Special diseases. Phone 959. OFFICE HOURS: 9 a. m. to 12 m. 2 p. m. to 5:30 p. m. 7 p. m. to 8:30 p. m. Sunday by Appointment DR. M. L. ROSS, Physician and Surgeon, Calls Answered at Night. Office 720 Kansas Ave.—Tl. 3987. Res. 1381 Monroe St.—Tel. 3987 R. 2. Office hours: 9:30 to 10:30; 8 to 9 DR. THADDEUS P. MARTIN, Physician and Surgeon, Phone 3608. 832 Kansas Ave. Residence: 1026 Buchanan St. Residence Phone: 3608 R. 2. Tel. 774 Res.—774 Ring 2. OLIVER A. TAYLOR, M. D., Physician and Surgeon, Office: 334 Kanaas Av., over Gibler's Drug Store, across from Throop Hotel. Calls answered Night and Day—Res. 1536 Van Buren St. DENTIST. All Work Guaranteed to Give Satisfaction. 832 Kansas Av. Phone: 149231 --- Rev. B. C. Duke is again on the sick list. People who do not receive this paper promptly and regularly, please write this office. Mrs. D. L. Porter, the dressmaker, who spent a week in Kansas City, returned last Saturday. Rev. M. I. Warfield of this city, presiding elder, and Rev. Bowers of Paxico, were callers at this office Wednesday. Mrs. Chaney Jenkins is visiting with her son at St. Louis, Mo., this week. She will remain several weeks. Manager Abbott, of the Apex, is giving the patrons of his play house the best that can be obtained in motion pictures. --- The subscribers will please watch and be ready to meet Mrs. Smith, our collector as she will be knocking at you door very soon. Dr. R. C. Wright continues to give away those handsome oil paintings at the People's drug store. Better get in before they are all gone. --- Mrs. Rebecca Brown, of Cresent, Oklahoma, is spending a few days with relatives and friends on the North side. She made the Plaindealer a brief call. Messrs Rufus Frazier and E. E. Ransom have been appointed as patrolmen by Mayor Jay E. House to fill the places of Messrs W. B. Bryant and John Anderson. Mrs. M. B. Henderson, daughter and sons were highly entertained by Mr. and Mrs. Harry Davis and Mr. William Marks with their guitars. Their music was fine. The Poinsettia Art and Embroidery club will have a call meeting at the home of Mrs. Ida Stewart, 1827 Van Buren street, June 10th. All members are requested to attend. --- Rev. B. J. Bell of Ottawa, Kans., was in the city last week attending the commencement exercises at the Topeka Industrial and Educational Institute, and was a pleasant caller at this office. Dr. J. Lewis Ransom has opened an office at 409 Kansas avnue, where he will be pleased to meet and greet all of his old friends and as many new ones. As usual, the Doctor will answer calls day or night. Dr. James White has temporarily closed the Shawnee drug store. He intends to find a place where he will be more centrally located. He has swell fixtures and his new store will be one of the finest in the state. Mr. Olin Hickman, son of Mr. D. Hickman, was stricken with smallpox last week, the infection supposedly coming from some clothes he had cleaned at 118 Kansas Avenue. Dr. O. A. Taylor was the attending physician. Mrs. Stanley Ward gave a four course dinner at her home Sunday to Mr. and Mrs. Lamberson and family and Miss Lizzie Owens. On leaving each declared that the hostess knew just how to prepare a Sunday dinner. The colored "Billy Sunday," Rev. R. W. Wells, preached at Emporia three days this week. He has also held a successful meeting at Newton and is doing a great work in the Christian field. He will go to Sedalia, Mo., this week, after which he will return to Kansas. St. Simon's Girl Militants held their last meeting with Miss Tillie Jones at the home of her sister, Mrs. Davis, 1416 Western Ave. The members who took part in the program were Miss Rose Page, a recitation; Miss Madeline Beck, a reading; Miss Capitola Jones, a recitation; Miss Valeria Griffith, an essay. The next meeting will be held with Miss Dorothy Page, 914 Clay St. CALL ON W. M. Johnson, FOR Second Hand Furniture HOUSEHOLD GOODS BOUGHT AND SOLD. Dealer, in, Second Hand Clothes and Shoes. 1190 Lincoln St. Trakea, Kans. of the United States Office, and one of the best lawyers in the state, is in Holton today, where he went to try a law suit. Tone is a fine old boy, and we are pleased to note the rapid growth of his law practice. . Wilson's Summer Garden celebrated its opening on Decoration Day by an old fashioned barbecue. A concert was given by Jackson's 23rd Regiment band in the evening with a large attendance. The park is now open for private parties and picnics. For particulars call 1778 N 1. --- Miss Georgia Hall, of this city, was one of the graduates from the nurse training department at the general hospital in Kansas City, Mo., last week. Miss Georgia is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Hall, and has many warm, personal friends in Topeka who will be highly pleased to learn of her success. --- J. Franklin Bates, a linotype operator on this great moral guide and Christian educator, is in Kansas City this week visiting his parents and taking in the exercises at Western University. Franklin is a graduate of the institution and his loyalty and faith in the institution will not permit him to miss a Western University commencement. --- Mr. W. D. Cooper, who for the past three weeks had been in Chicago, where he went to take a much needed rest, returned Monday looking and feeling like a 16-year-old kid. He reports a pleasant visit and also that his little vacation has increased his pep and benefited his whole physical condition. Mr. Cooper is back at his post in the offices of the great Santa Fe. --- "The Grizzlies" have reorganized. This is one of the swellest social clubs ever organized in Topeka and they certainly know what the word "entertain" means and they never fail to give it full stress. Last season this writer had the pleasure of being one of the guests at a "blow out" and they certainly took our breath. Mr. Charles C. Lytle and Mr. James Mothe] are big "mitts" in the organization. "Nough said." --- Hon. Paul Jones, editor and owner of "The Paul Jones Magazine" is in Kansas City this week attending the exercises at Western University and looking after matters pertaining to his publication. The June number contains a fine article on the segregation of the colored school children in a recent exhibition at the State Fair grounds in this city in which all the schools participated. Colonel Jones handles the matter without gloves. We will reproduce it at a later date. --- The East Hill club held its last meeting of the season on Wednesday of last week at the residence of Mrs. Taylor on Golden Ave. The club will have its closing picnic at Wilson's Summer Garden June 16th. Mrs. Gurton and Mrs. Kuykendall were awarded prizes for their energetic work and good attendance by the president and vice president. Several meetings of the club were previously not published; the meeting at Mrs. H. C. Wilson's, Mrs. Peak's, Mrs. Kuydendall's, Mrs. O. G. Alexander's, Mrs. Kendrick's and Mrs. Bell's. The club adjourned to meet again in September, 1915. "Uncle" David Chiles has been the busiest man in Shawnee county during the past two months. He has supplied Oklahoma, Missouri, Nebraska and Kansas with sweet potato, cabbage and tomato plants. There has not been a day during this time that he has shipped under $20 worth of plants. "Uncle" David says that he is going to retire from active service this fall and spend a few months in travelling. The Frisco fair will be his first stop and on his return, he will spend a few weeks in Colorado, where he has his eye on a dashing widow. The State Normal at Emporia closed this week and among the graduates were—Mable Cole, Emporia; Mayme Elliott, Emporia, in the department of music; Katherine Barker, Topeka; Kathleen Jefferson, Kansas City, Mo.; Loraine Jackson, Kansas City, Mo.; Elsie Carter, of Emporia; Rena Wilson of Guthrie, Okla., and Mable Patterson of Neodesha, Kansas., normal department (receiving life diplomas; Violet Hocker, Council Grove, Kansas, and Frankie Stewart, Lawrence, Kans., High school department. Topeka had quite a number of students at Emporia, among these being Miss Fay Slaughter., George Hamilton and Miss Minnie Jones, the latter stopping with Mrs. Reeves at 706 Wert street. The great musical recital by Mine. Cora Merritt Evans, the soloist, and Mine. Corinne Bettis Smith, reader, was given at St. John A. M. E. church last Thursday evening, May 27th, to a fine and appreciative audience. Mrs. Evans could not appear for the reason that she was ```markdown ``` MADAM CORINE BETTIS-SMITH DRAMATIST. indisposed with a bad cold, and her a natural born part on the program was filled by cital was superb Miss Edna Jefferson of Las Vegas, dollar of anyone N. M., who is attending Washburn it. They go from college, taking a music course and ita and Hutchins is developing into a fine vocalist, to their homes—M. The audience showed their apprecias City, Kans.,ation by recalling her several times. Kansas City, Mo. PIERCE ADDITION NOTES. Mrs. Adeline Lewis has returned to her home from Christ hospital after undergoing a successful operation, and is now improving. The Gospel Team of the Y. M. C. A. was welcomely received by the residents of Pierce Addition recently and they left quite an impression on all who heard them, and those who failed to hear them missed a treat. Memorial Day.—Memorial Day was one to be remembered by the residents of this section. Both men and boys spent the forenoon in improving the addition by making cinder walks and other improvements; and while they were busy at their tasks the ladies prepared a splendid dinner, consisting of all vegetables of the season, with chicken potpie, ice cream and cake, and an assortment of pies. After dinner the men resumed their work. At 8:30 o'clock in the evening the ladies of the club rendered a splendid program, entitled "May Day." Mrs. A. J. George was chosen as queen for the evening; and was crowned by Mrs. P. Greene, following two ladies in waiting, eight fairies, two pages and a flower girl. The attendance was large and it was entirely satisfactory. The admission was ten cents and the amount taken was $12.85, which will be put in the treasury for the benefit of improvements. Mrs. A. C. Harris, President. Mable A. Slaughter, Reporter. Mr. Fred Thompson, linotype student in this office, went to Kansas City Saturday evening, where he spent the Sabbath with friends. Fred is one of the best boys we ever knew. He is kind of heart, gentle in manner, and well versed in letters, being a graduate of the Topeka High school. He toils daily on the section of the Santa Fe, a thing he has done for over three years, but always finds time after work hours to do a linotype stunt. With his spare change, he is paying for his linotype schooling. Fred is a son of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Thompson, old and highly respected citizens, and they are justly proud of their son. Among his associates Fred is a favorite, and the boys call him "Funny." Mr. James Arterbridge has opened a first-class "gym" for the edification of the boys in the basement at 404 Kansas avenue. The appliances which include a shower bath, are the latest out and cost several hundred dollars. The equipment is being installed by a force of workmen who hope to have things in readiness for the opening on tomorrow. This is a fine thing and will be the finest of its kind ever owned and operated by a colored man for the joy and comfort of his people. We wish Mr. Arterbridge success in his new venture. Mr. R. L. (Gen.) Skearce will continue to operate his barber shop in the front part of the building. For all the latest news of the race read The Topeka Plaindealer. Mrs. Smith has no equal as a reader and it was said by many who have listened to entertainments of this kind by people of both races, that they have seen nothing to compare with her. Her reading of "Leah the Forsaken" and "Zangarallia" was excellent. She is undoubtedly a natural born dramatist. Her recital was superb and was worth one dollar of anyone's money to hear it. They go from Topeka to Wichita and Hutchinson and will return to their homes—Mrs. Evans to Kansas City, Kans., and Mrs. Smith to Kansas City, Mo. BROWN CHAPEL CHURCH. (Rev. B. R. Roas, Pastor.) Friday night was love feast and general class. Wonder how many obeyed the rule and law by fasting Friday? Of course all true Methodist did. Sunday morning found us at our post of duty. Sunday school was well attended at 11 a.m. Song 332 A. M. E. Hymnal; scripture lesson, 1 John read by Rev. R. Chisolm, pastor of the A. M. E. church at Osage City. Prayer by Rev. A. DeMoss; sermon by the pastor, using as a subject, "Fellowship With God"—text, 1 John 1-3. One united with the church, Mrs. McKee, of Kentucky, who is making her home with her aunt, Mrs. D. D. Hope. At 3 p. m., song 226 announced by Rev. Jackson; prayer by Rev. Wade of Lane Chapel; scripture lesson, Luke 10 chapter, read by pastor, sermon by Rev. N. L. Smith, pastor of Lane Chapel, using as a subject, "The One Thing Most Needful"—text, Luke 10-42. Prayer by Rev. Chisolm. We feel very grateful to the several preaching brothers who worshiped with us. Besides those already named were Revs. Martin, Guy, Brown, Kealing, Barton, and Johnson. At 7 the A. C. E. L., led by the president. At 8 p. m. song; prayer by Bro. H. C. Campbell; sermon by Rev. A. DeMoss, using as a subject, "Thou Has Been a Strength to the Poor"—text, Isa. 25-4. Tuesday evening at 7:30 Rev. Brown held quarterly conference for us. We feel that our meeting was indeed a success. Monday Rev. Ross attended the funeral of Rev. Simon H. Barker at Lawrence. Rev. J. T. Smith, presiding elder of the Kansas City district as the guest of Rev. Ross for sup. Monday evening. Mr. Fannie Williams has had her house painted, which adds much to the looks of the place. We hope that other will follow her plan soon. Rev. Ross and wife and Mrs. Daniels were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Williams at dinner on Sunday. Mrs. Chaney Jenkins left Tuesday morning to visit her son, William, who is in Saint Louis, Mo. She expects to return about the first of September. Rev. Ross visited in Oakland Tuesday afternoon. He reports crops looking nice. Miss Elsie Scott, of St. John, Kas. who had been attending school at Emporia, visited her sister, Mrs. Smiley on Jackson street. She spent Monday afternoon with Miss Espanola Ross, 1205 Washington street. (Rev. N. L. Smith, Pastor.) Last Sunday was a great day with the members and friends that heard the pastor preach. He took for his gathered to hear the missionary sermon and after the pastor had closed his discourse one could see that all were glad to be present. The missionary sisters took up a good collection. Tee Laymen's movement, presided over by Mr. C. C. Lytle, entertained the members and friends free last Monday evening. The house was crowded. Never has such symposium been in Topeka before. Rev. Jas. A. Hamlett, ex-pastor, and now editor of the Christian Index, was present and Rev. M. J. Warfield. Rev. Hamlett made one of the best talks on "Man" the people ever heard. We are proud of this Christian hero and silver tongue orator. Dr. Warfield made a fine talk also. He is one of the best preachers of the race. Now to the members and friends, you cannot afford to miss these services, both morning and evening at Lane Chapel. A large and appreciative audience greeted Rev. J. M. Brown Sunday morning. The occasion being the observance of educational day. He selected for his text, "Wisdom is the Principal Thing; Therefore Get Wisdom, and With all Thy Getting, Get Understanding."—Prov. 4:7. His subject, "Mind the Standard of the Man." It was an inspiring, uplifting sermon. At 8 o'clock, an educational program was rendered. An address on "Vocational Education" was delivered by Mr. Fred Roundtree, which was very interesting. Short talks were made by Miss Margret Foster and Miss Emma Elleno Cooper. Their subject was "The Relation of the Home to the School." A special offering was made for education. The May poll drill given at Metropolitan hall Monday evening was a great success. Mrs. A. Farris and Miss Eva Phillips deserve much credit. The plano solo oy Miss Josephine Cunningham was beautifully tendered. The recitations by Misses Thelma Chiles, Theresa Barker and Cassie Newman were good. The sixteen American Beauties were beautiful indeed. The recital on Monday evening was largely attended. Mrs. Cora Merrit Evans was indisposed and Miss Edna Jefferson substituted and assisted Mrs. Smith in a pleasing manner. She will accompany Mrs. Smith to Wichita and Hutchinson. Rev. J. M. Brown attended the funeral of Rev. Simon Barker at Lawrence Menday afternoon. The Junior Endeavor led by Mrs. R. H. Wade, hold an interesting meeting Sunday at 4 o'clock. Their subject was, "Heroes and Heroines and "Why We Observe Memorial Day." The Senior Endeavor led by Mr. Earl Beck had a splendid meeting at 7 o'clock. The following staff members were appointed: Mrs. J. W. Northington, Misses Zephyr Turrier, Okellam Grant and Mamie Johnson. Miss Amanda Oliver on College avenue has been ill for several days. You will be given a hearty welcome to all our services. The District Conference, Sunday School and Allen League Conventions meet in Emporia June 8 to 11. REV. JAMES ARTHUR HAMLETT Rev. J. A. Hamlett, editor of the Christian Index, the official organ of the C. M. E. church, located at Jackson, Tenn., was in the city this week visiting with friends, and was the guest of Rev. N. L. Smith pastor of Lane Chapel. Rev. Hamlett is the most influential and active editor of any Christian paper published in this country. He is making a trip through Kansas visiting the different churches of his connection, and will be in the state for some time. His many friends and acquaintances are making it pleasant for him. He has made a great and wonderful improvement on the Christian Index since he has taken charge of its management in the past year. The general conference made no mistake in electing this young Christian gentleman to supervise and edit their chief organ, which goes into the homes of most all their members in this country, and is read by thousands. The improvement is so wonderful on the paper that one can scarcely believe that it is published by a colored organization. The mechanical and editorial, in fact everything about the paper, is first class and is above criticism. We expect to see this giant, writer and race leader a bihop of this church within the next few years. The race and church need such men as James Arthur Hamlett to cope with times and conditions that exist in the country at this time. "To the many friends and members of Ambury M. E. Church, I desire to call your attention, to the series of of sermons to be preached at Ambury M. E. church, beginning June 8, 18, 20, 27 and July 4, 11, at 8 o'clock P. M. Please be on time. Quite a number of persons were present on last Sunday expecting to hear us begin our series on "Mans Relation to God" but you were just one week to soon. Come again we are glad to welcome you at any time. Theme: "We are God's son by Creation." Text: "And God made man." Gen. 1:26. This will be the introduction of a series which will last until July 11, 1915, every Sunday night at 8 o'clock. Come early and get a seat. On las Sunday Dr. S. A. Stripling held our first Quarterly Conference which was a flattering success. Nearly every member paid $1.00, thus enabling us to pay out and have some left in the treasury for other purposes. We regret our failure to quotify other ministers of the city in time to have them with us. However we feel that we had your best wishes. Brethren, we trust that you will be with us next time. You have shown us a great deal of courtesy since I have been in your city. Now I take this means of thanking you, not only you but the many who have strove to make it so very pleasant for us since our arrival a month ago. We hope to prove to be a brother by your side, laboring to help our folks. We ask only a place in this great municipal city to help in the great civil, economical and religious uplift of our people. The needs of our people are many and it will not take a man with glasses on to see that but with the cooperation of our people we can do many things. Let us have it. Our motto: "Hard War and Save the Unsaved." Thanking you for past favors and for whatever favors you may grant in the future, I beg to be yours, E. C. W. COX, 837 N. Van Buren St. "The New Model Cafe," 323 Kansas avenue, conducted by Mrs. Lulu Bradley is one of the nicest and neatest places of its kind ever opened to colored people in Topeka. Mrs. Bradley is one of those best ever cooks and keeps plenty of everything on hand and is prepared to serve you at any hour of the day or night. The place is modern, has nice neat rooms and bath. The phone number of the New Model is 1504. Rev. R. Mayers, Knoxville, Tann, is in the city this week and he will preach Sunday at Calvary Presbyterian church. While in the city he is the guest of Mrs. Ellen Slaughter, 1407 Monroe street. NEW LOCATION.—On and after May 22 Madam A. C. McClelland Todd's Hair Dressing Parlor will be located at 1315 Van Buren street. Phone 4484 Black—Adv. The Poinsettia Art and Embroidery club met yesterday afternoon, with Mrs. Gentry, 1196 Lane street, and was most royally entertained. Colored Agents Wanted? LIBERAL COMMISSIONS; a postal brings particulars. THE PATRICK LEE REALTY CO., Dept. J., 2743 Welton St—DENVER, COLO. Wyatt & Randolph, Funeral Directors Oldest Negro Licensed Embalmers in Kansas. Best service—prompt and courteous treatment to all. Calls answered anywhere; day or night LOWEST TO THE HIGHEST PRICE CASKETS. Bell Phone West 2566—Office Bell Phone West 3098—Res. 920 N 3d St. — Kansas City, Ks CONTINENTAL MARBLE AND GRANITE COMPANY, of Canton Georgia GRANITE AND MARBLE Monuments & Markers and Memorials. The home of quality. Mr. Simon Wyatt, Manager of the undertaking company of Wyatt and Randolph, the Kansas representative and has the Branch office where all the latest colors and styles can be had at reasonable prices—Call address or phone Bell Phone West 2569 Office Bell Phone Weht 3098 Res. Office 920 N. 3d St. Kansas City,Kas. ```markdown ``` Trolley To K One of the most delightful rides in TROLLEY LINE between Kansas City runs through beautiful and pictures by the door of the State Penitentiary to Soldiers' Home, Ft. Leavenworth, and prisons and many other important sites. Car, leave Kansas City every hour to 10 p. m.; last car leaves Kansas City night, last car leaves at 12 o'clock. Car, leaves Leavenworth, Kansas, e.m. to 10:30 p. m. except Saturday leaves at 12 o'clock midnight. The Kansas City-West Thirty Years in the Milling Business... So we think we know how to make having the BEST. The Shell Hill and Elevator BALINA Buy Your Lodge From -- Big Negr THE LO GEO. W. K. LOVIE 418 Flora Avenue. From Meadow Meadow Butter Purest of cream, careful, roughly pasteurized, skillful this the best of all but sweet and good. Packed fresh from the order proof packages to pre, mass for you. Ask Your Gro MOLLEY To Kansas Of the most delightful rides in the State of Kansas Y LINE between Kansas City and Leavenworth is through beautiful and picturesque country. Port of the State Penitentiary at Lansing, Kas. Home, Ft. Leavenworth, and both the Federal and many other important sight-seeing places. Leave Kansas City every hour on the even hour m.; last car leaves Kansas City at 11:30 p. m. last car leaves at 12 o'clock midnight. Leave Leavenworth, Kansas, every hour on the h 10:30 p. m. except Saturday and Sunday nights at 12 o'clock midnight. Kansas City-Western Railway Years in the ing Business... think we know how to make GOOD FLOUR. having the BEST. Manufactured by the Shellabarg and Elevator Com Your Lodge Suppli Trolley To Kansas City One of the most delightful rides in the State of Kansas is on the TROLLEY LINE between Kansas City and Leavenworth, Kas. This road runs through beautiful and picturesque country. It takes you by the door of the State Penitentiary at Lansing, Kas., the National Soldiers' Home, Ft. Leavenworth, and both the Federal and Military prisons and many other important sight-seeing places. Car₃ leave Kansas City every hour on the even hour from 6 a. m. to 10 p. m.; last car leaves Kansas City at 11:30 p. m. except Saturday night; last car leaves at 12 o'clock midnight. Car₄ leaves Leavenworth, Kansas, every hour on the half from 6:30 a. m. to 10:30 p. m. except Saturday and Sunday nights the last car leaves at 12 o'clock midnight. The Kansas City-Western Railway Co. So we think we know how to make GOOD FLOUR. Insist apos having the BEST. Manufactured by From the Big Negro Firm HE LOVE R GEO. W. K. LOVE, Preside Flora Avenue. Kansas City, From Meadows of Gold Meadow Gold Butter rest of cream, carefully selected, to only pasteurized, skilfully churned m the best of all butter, always best and good. packed fresh from the churns in pate proof packages to preserve all its g for you. Ask Your Grocer for GEO. W. K. LOVE, President. A Meadow Gold Purest of cream, carefully selected, theroughly pasteurized, skilfully churned makes this the best of all butter, always pure sweet and good. Packed fresh from the churns in patented oder proof packages to preserve all its goodness for you. Meadow Butter Continental Creamery Its flavor wins flavor. Continental Creamery Co., Topeka, THE BEST FLOUR for family use. Insist on your Dealer giving you the best that is "POLAR BEAR." Other excellent brands are "NOXALL and X. T. C." Kansas City the State of Kansas is on the and Leavenworth, Kas. This nique country. It takes you Lansing, Kas., the National with the Federal and Military seeing places. in the even hour from 6 a. m. at 11:30 p. m. except Satur- midnight. every hour on the half from 6:30 Sunday nights the last car Eastern Railway Co. GOOD FLOUR. Insist upon manufactured by Embarger or Company KANSAS. Supplies the to Firm -- WE Regalia Company President. Kansas City, Missouri of Gold y selected, ther churned makes er, always pure turns in patented serve all its good er for o., Topeka, Kas. 515 South Main St. Coal and Groceries WE RAISE OUR OWN ... PRODUCE. ... HUTCHINSON, KANSAS BON TON BAKERY E. POEHLER, Prop. WITH A COMPLETE LINE OF ICE CREAM, ICES AND SUNDAES. Party Work a Specialty. Everything First Class. 15 North Main St. HUTCHINSON KANSAS Isaac Butler, Jr., 515 South Main St., ..Public Stenographer.. WISHES A CLASS IN STENOG- RAPHY AND SHORTHLAND. Valuable service for dictation work and other business lines. HUTCHINSON, --- KANSAS PEERLESS Truck Garden AND GREENHOUSE Direct from Grower to Consumer. Full line on hand always. Popular Prices The entertainment given at the A. M. E. church with Mrs. George Brady as manager, was spectacular in many respects. The entertainment was rendered by all small children of the city, who exhibited special training. A good audience witnessed this and commended the lady greatly for this good effort. Proceeds went to the church. Rev. C. O. Smith, who formerly pastored at Chyenne, Wyo., tendered his resignation to the Baptist church there, the same taking effect March 17th, to the sorrow of his congregation. He will now remain indefinitely with his family in this city. Mr. John Slaughter who is visiting in Chicago, writes that he is spending a very pleasant time.. Miss Nellie Banks of Pretty Prarie visited in the city. Miss Alice Wilson of Wichita, was called to the city upon the sad news of the death of her brother. Mr. Frank Taylor, of Lyons, made a brief visit to the city. Miss Pearl Griggs, of Topeka, is visiting the Misses Allegra and Bessie Harrison. Miss Hazel Dickinson is also the guest of these young laidies. The Imperial Art club met with Mr. and Mrs. Hiawatha Wickliffe in the regular weekly meeting. Business of importance was transacted and after the rendition of a splendid program, a tempting lunch was served. All spent a delightful time. Mother Palmer was taken suddenly ill Saturday evening. We hope for her a speedy recovery. Editor Nick Chikpu spent three days in the city and while here elivered an elaborate and instructive lecture to the Forum, instructing the Negroes to become more efficient commercially, to accumulate property and stick together more as a race, because in unity there is strength. He was also entertained nicely while here. Mr. Leon Burden Wilson at the age of 26 years, died at the home of his mother, Mrs. Lennae Pope, Wednesday evening at 9:25 p. m., after a continued illness of nine months. He was a brilliant young man, and was very popular in this community among the younger social set and will be greatly missed, as he possessed winning qualities, and having a number of friends. We regret to give him up because of the promising future which we assured were in store for him, but his physique has yielded to wasting disease and death was therefore a relief to his suffering. Several months ago he left for Tulsa, Okla., an returned home broken in health where he died, and the funeral services were very elaborately and ceremoniously carried out from his home Friday afternoon at 3:00 o'clock in charge of Rev. J. C. Rogers and Rev. H. Franklin Bray, who admonished all to not wait too late for the salvation of the soul. Mr. Wilson was saved and left to mourn his demise, his mother, Mrs. Lennae Pope, Miss Alice Wilson, Miss Etoile and Lyle. The floral offerings were many and beautiful. Burial at East Side cemetery. Card of Thanks; We wish to thank the many friends who assisted us during the severe illness and death of our son and brother., and are grateful for the many floral of- No Sorry, I can't. Rev. H. F. Bray left Tuesday evening for Kansas City to attend the commencement exercises of Westren University. He will later visit relatives and friends at Denver and friends at Colorado Springs, Colo. Mr. M. P. Johnson who has been quite ill is reported better. Mr. Oscar Bell is indlapsed from injuries received in an accident. Rev. A. D. Wilson will leave for the Grand Lodge at Omaha, Nebr. and will make the opening address to the Tabernacle Lodge. Miss Mabel Shackelford, of Lawrence, is a pleasant visitor in the city. The Delicatessen club met Monday evening in a very pleasant session. All present spent a very lovely time. Quotations were given from Shakesphere after which a very instructive paper was given on Mozart and other musicians. Adjournment was next in order until the next meeting. Rev. and Mrs. Jeltz, of Abbeyville, were visitors in the city and were out of town guests at a public reception given in the lecture room of Bethel A. M. E. church. PITTSBURG. KANSAS. On Monday evening May 31st, Mr. H. C. Cole planned a very pleasant surprise on his wife, the occasion being her 38th birthday. Mrs. Cole was unaware of what was going on until suddenly the door opened and all rushed in. The evening was spent in music and conversation and a 4 o'clock dainty refreshments of ice cream, strawberries and cake were served. Mrs. Cole received many beautiful presents. Those present were: Prof. and Mrs. A. N. Wright and son, Mr. and Mrs. H. Hopkins, Mr. and Mrs. T. Starkey, Mr. and Mrs. Neil Pierce and family, Rev. Elias, Mrs. Eliza Goodwin, Mrs. Geo. Baskerville, Mrs. Percy Cote. All departed declaring they had spent a most enjoyable evening and wishing Mrs. Cole many more happy birthdays. Miss Daisy Robinson, of Fort Scott was a pleasant visitor in our city last week, the guest of Miss Bertha Williams and Mr. and Mrs. Neil Pierce and family. Miss Nell Goodwin, of Joplin, Mo., spent Sunday with her mother. On Thursday night, May 27th, the closing exercises for Douglass school were held at the High school auditorium, and presented to the public a musical cantata, "Queen O' the May," in three acts. It was indeed a treat to see the children preform their parts so well. Mrs. Williams, Miss Dillon, Miss Williams and Prof. Wright deserve much credit for the excellent way in which every child played his or her part. On Friday night, May 28th the commencement exercises for the 8th grade were held. A very excellent program being rendered by the graduates and others. Those to receive diplomas were: Anna Cain, Thelma Slaughter, Irene Briggs, Dora Crockett, Blanche Hogan, Etta James, Della Coleman, Fletcher White, Jasper Craft and Thomas Early. Class colors—blue and white—flower—white carnation. Paynes Military band furnished music for the occasion. Rev. L. G. Jordan, corresponding secretary of the National Baptist Convention, gave a grand lecture at Mount Hebron Baptist church Monday evening to a full house. We are always proud to have such able speakers as Rev. Jordan in our midst. Blind Wesley, the noted musician will appear at the social auditorium Tuesday night. Everyone should come out and hear him. Mrs. Emma Isaac, who underwent an operation at Mount Carmel hospital is doing nicely. Little Catherine Martin, of Coffeyville, is in our city, the guest of her aunt, Mrs. Emma Isaac. NO NEGROES ON JURY CAUSES APPEAL! Macon, Ga.A stay in execution of the death sentence against Robert Kitchens, a Negro convicted of murder, was granted late last night by Federal Judge Speer, pending consideration by the United States supreme court of Kitchens' appeal in habeas corpus proceedings which were based on the unusual allegation that the prisoner had been deprived of his constitutional rights under the fourteenth amendment, in that Negroes were excluded from the jury box at his trial. Judge Speer refused to issue the writ requested by the prisoner, but stated he would grant an appeal. Attorneys for Kitchens said the same procedure is being followed in the case as was employed in the Leo M. Frank appeal on habeas corpus proceedings in Atlanta. Kitchens was under sentence to be hanged May 21 for the murder in Washington county of H. A. Brantley, a white man. J31. 19thway Hardwood Lumber Co. 1900 BROADWAY, KANSAS CITY, MISSOUEL Large Stock. Highest Grades. Prompt Service. Everything in the Hardwood Lumber Line. Two Long Distance Phones in Our Office: Bell 827 Grand— Home 827 Male. THE MAGIC SHAMPOO AND HAIR DRIER COMPANY MAHEDAY WHERE IN U.S. $100 SEND MONEY BY POST OFFICE MONEY GENERAL ADDRESS ALL LETTERS TO MASK SHAMPOO DRIER CO. Minneapolis, Minn. not to individuals. A BEAUTIFUL HEAD OF HAIR IS A LADY CROWNING GLORY. And every hair can have it if she will use the Magic. The Magic will dry the hair after a shampoo or bath, and straighten the earliest head of hair. It will also stimulate its growth. The Aluminum Comb cannot injure the hair, because it is never heated direct, but takes its heat from the heating bar which is heated on our Alcohol Heater, or any other heater. We advise the use of Mayes' Hair Pens. Boot on the market. Price per box, $60. Alcohol Heater, price $60. Liberal terms to appease. Write for literature today. MAGIC SHAMPOO DRIER COMPANY. MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA Stonestreet & Son, Undertakers and Funeral Directors. ```markdown ``` Oldest Negro Order of Twelve, Her tern Star, U. B. Masonic Uniforms, Books, Badge SPECIAL CATALOG The Moses Di and Sup 1217 Woodland Ave. The J. E. Bake Garden C THE COLORED PEOPLE OF G solitaly and promptly waited upon distinction between white and bl cess and want. There are good and many. Those who pay their bill are settled every week or month as promptly as agreed, we decline re white or colored, rich or poor. The J. E. Bake Whitlock Bro 216 EAST DO —One of the Best Places in the REMEMBER T 216 EAST DOUGLAS AVE. ..THE KOPP Kansas C HOME PHON Pure and Wholesome! "TIP TOP," "BUTTER BREAD Kopp's Bakery is Sanitary and 36-38 South Seventh St. THE DURLAND FURNITURE Furniture, Planos, VI and R Undertakers a 117-119 WEST SEVENTH STREET, Lee-Warren SALINA, "AMERICAN E Oldest Negro Regala Firms of Twelve, Heroines of Jericho ern Star, U. B. F. and S. M. Masonic Branches. Books, Books, Badges, Banners and SPECIAL CATALOGUES FREE! Moses Dickson Re- and Supplies Co., Woodland Ave. Kansas J. E. Baker Mer- Garden City, Kansas. ORED PEOPLE OF GARDEN CITY all knew promptly waited upon when they enter our sto- n between white and black people. We apreci- nt. There are good and bad cople of all colors who pay their bills promptly we run acco- very week or month as the case may be. Thou- sy as agreed, we decline to run accounts with, colored, rich or poor. Block Bros. Mar- 216 EAST DOUGLAS AVE. The Best Places in the City to Do Your M REMEMBER THE NUMBER: DOUGLAS AVE. WICHITA THE KOPP BAKERY Kansas City, Kansas HOME PHONE 246 WEST. and Wholesome! Principal Br OP," BUTTER BREAD," "HOLSUM" and "H bakery is Sanitary and everything in first-class th Seventh St. KANSAS CITY, THE RLAND-SAWTI FURNITURE COMPANY, fire, Planos, Victor Talking Ma- and Records. dertakers and Embalme ST SEVENTH STREET. JUNCTION CIT Warren Milling SALINA, KANSAS. AMERICAN EAGLE" FL Oldest Negro Regala Firm! Order of Twelve, Heroines of Jericho, Eastern Star, U. B. F. and S. M. T. Masonic Branches. Uniforms, Books, Badges, Banners and Supplies. SPECIAL CATALOGUES FREE! The Moses Dickson Regalia and Supplies Co., The J. E. Baker Mer. Co., THE COLORED PEOPLE OF GARDEN CITY all know that they are solitary and promptly waited upon when they enter our store. We make distinction between white and black people. We appreciate your business and want. There are good and bad people of all colors in every community. Those who pay their bills promptly we run accounts with, to be settled every week or month as the case may be. Those who do not pay promptly as agreed, we decline to run accounts with, whether they are white or colored, rich or poor. The J. E. Baker Mercantile Co. Whitlock Bros. Market. 216 EAST DOUGLAS AVE. One of the Best Places in the City to Do Your Marketing. REMEMBER THE NUMBER: 216 EAST DOUGLAS AVE. WICHITA, KANSAS. ..THE KOPP BAKERY.. Kansas City, Kansas HOME PHONE 246 WEST. Pure and Wholesome! Principal Brands: "TIP TOP," "BUTTER BREAD," "HOLSUM" and "HONEY" Kopp's Bakery is Sanitary and everything in first-class condition 32-38 South Seventh St. KANSAS CITY, KANSAS. Manufactured Especially for the Highest Class of Family Trade. —Distributed by the Chase Wholesale Co., Topeka ASK YOUR. GROCER FOR I ED by the Chase Wholesale Co., TopekaASK YOUR. GROCER FOR I —Distributed by the Chase Wholesale Co., Topeka, Kansas. ASK YOUR. GROCER FOR IT.. We carry one of the finest lines of UNDERTAKING GOODS in the State. We never sleep. Three Licensed Embalmers in attendance 636 Quincy St. Phone Regala Firm! Coines of Jericho, Eas- F. and S. M. T. Branches. Banners and Supplies. LOGUES FREE! Jackson Regalia Supplies Co., ansas City. Mo. Ker Mer. Co., City, Kansas. REDEN CITY all know that they are when they enter our store. We make ruck people. We appreciate your band- bad cople of all colors in every com- promptly we run accounts with, to the case may be. Those who do not to run accounts with, whether they or Mercantile Co. S. Market, Douglas AVE. The City to Do Your Marketing.— THE NUMBER: WICHITA, KANSAS. P BAKERY .. City, Kansas NE 246 WEST. Principal Brands: "HOLSUM" and "HONEY" everything in first-class condition KANSAS CITY, KANSAS. THE SAWTELL COMPANY, Actor Talking Machines Records. and Embalmers. JUNCTION CITY, KANSAS Milling Co. KANSAS. AGLE" FLOUR, nolesale Co., Topeka, Kansas. OCER FOR IT.. SAPULPA, OKLA. In a well equipped office at Sapulpe, Okla., Dr. E. E. McCoy-Johnson is winning laurels as a physician and surgeon. This lady is a graduate nurse, pharmacist and physician and her career started in 1900 and the degree of Ph. C. was conferred on her at Mharry in 1903, after which the degree of medicine was granted her in 1909. She successfully passed the state examination in Tennessee May 4, 1909, having made the highest marks in said examination. While a student at Mharry Seminary she was recognized as one of the brightest students in that well known institution of learning. Dr. McCoy-Johnson is the only colored lady surgeon in the West and she is winning her way into the front ranks of the profession and through her wonderful operations she is convincing the world that she knows the profession she follows thoroughly. The people of her town speak in the highest terms of her, both as a lady and as a physician. MUSKOGEE OKLA. Mustogee, Okla., May 28, 1915 In persuance to a call from some of the leading merchants, on Friday night, May 28th, the following merchants: J. E. Johnson, M. C. Simmons, J. W. Rintz, P. B. Austin, J. W. Adams, Levy Higginbottom, B. W. Bradley, S. W. Ciemons, T. J. Elliott, N. Scott, H. Jones, J. W. Hill, Dr. Bass were present. It was decided by a unanimous vets that we organize a merchants association for the following purposes: 1. To make Muskogee the convention town of the state and the Southwest. 2. To establish a credit rating list. 3. To establish a farmera' aid department. 4. To publish a merchants magazine. A committee was appointed on permanent organization to report to the membership June 4th, at 8:30 p. m. J. F. Johnson. Tem. Chairman. WAGONER, OKLA. Mrs. Fannie Barton DeLyle, an accomplished lady of our race, who resides at Wagoner, has spent fifteen years in the school room, and is recognized as one of the able women of our race. She is the product of the State University of Illinois and has worked hard in the uplift of our people. At present she is one of the teachers at North Muskogee, where she is giving satisfaction. Such women are a credit to our race and her life is worthy of emulation. Hon. M. H. Martin is a leading Negro attorney at Wagoner, and is enjoying a lucrative practice. Kent college, Chicago, claims him and we want them to know that they need not be ashamed of this brilliant young man. Philander Smith college is where Mr. Martin received his literary touches, and being a prepared man and full of push, his success is a foregone conclusion. For eight years he has had his shingle to the wind and the people have faith in his ability and in him as a man. He is the endowment secretary of the U. B. F. and S. M. T. of Oklahoma. He is an exceptionally good officer and the membership will retain him. The U. B. F.'s headquarters are located in the Love building, where Grand Master DeLancy, and Secretary of Endowment Martin have offices. They informed us that everything was on the move in the ranks and the grand old orders were marching on to victory. This is due to the fact that the official family work as a unit. Oklahoma will attend the national grand lodge in large numbers. An old time friend of The Plain-dealer is Rev. W. H. Buchanan, a pulpit orator of no mean ability, and whom not only the A. M. E.'s are proud of, but the entire race. For a dozen years he has been firing shot into the ranks of the devil, and he has been just as zealous fighting ignorance, and he is able to look back over a long life of usefulness. He has four churches that he has erected during his carer as a minister, and one-half thousand people have accepted Jesus through his preaching. He is a power in the ranks of the U. B. F. and S. M. T. of Oklahoma, serving in the capacity as grand lecturer, and by his sound logic and oratory is winning men and women for the order. A self-made man, a Simon pure race man, who has toled in and out of season for the advancement of the race, and who has taken the U. B. F. and S. M. T. out of a chaotic condition and made it one of the most flourishing secret organizations among blacks, is Grand Master DeLancy, who is an untring worker and never knows quit until success is his. He has 5,500 true men and women in his rank, and he is daily teaching them business and how to prepare to live, and not to die. His advice is to secure good homes and farms, go into business, educate, and in fact to be prepared men and women. The organization is comparatively new in that state, but is winning its way under the able and logical guidance of DeLancy and his co-workers. He has been at the head of the organization for seven years, and it is growing as though by magic. The entire membership love and respect the grand master because he is a man of the right kind. He is beating the bushes for new members and said his organization must lead and others follow. He does not claim the credit for the success of the order, but is willing for that to go to his official family. He paid Secretary Martin a glorious tribute and said from school boy up to the present he has found him to be honest and true to the coro. He has made an efficient officer for seven years and he does not think he could secure a better man. Hon. B. W. Bradley, a merchant at Muskogee, is endowment treasurer and the grand master has known him for thirty years and has always found him to be honest. Mr. J. A. Farnville is state treasurer and has truthfully given account of every cent entrusted to him. The grand master's acquaintance runs back 50 years and he, too, belongs to that class of honest men. Hon. J. Wilson Pettus, a ripe scholar and one of the race's foremost educators, is secretary of the burial fund. Mr. DeLancy "made" Prof. Pettus sixteen years ago and he said: "Train a child in the way you would have him go and when he is old he will not depart therefrom." All of the above are capable and honest men and the grand master is satisfied with them.. WAGONER, OKLA. Mr. J. W. Cooper, who has successfully conducted a real estate business, is still a live wire around Wagoner. If it's a farm or a home you need, see him, as he has some exceptionally good bargains. For nineteen years he has been in the real estate business and knows the ins and outs of same. HASKELL, OKLA. Dr. Chas. B. Wickham, secretary of burial department of the Knights of Pythias of the state of Oklahoma, is a successful physician at Haskell. He is one of the race's brilliant young men, who, by honest methods and knowing his profession, is fast taking front rank as a physician, and a leader. He is a Meharryite and not only an excellent physician, but a ripe scholar. He is truly a factor in K. P. circles. Dr. Wickham knew how to make your scribe feel that he belonged to the human family. Your scribe has made only two or three blunders in writing towns since he put foot in Oklahoma, and that's when he dropped anchor at Muskogee and Wagoner, as these two towns seemingly are in the throes of the panic. Muskogee had made a wonderful spurt, but is on the decline and losing ground. Wagoner is the place where the chivalrous braves lynched a colored girl. Oh, yes! we had many readers at both places, but we received chunks of kicks and "I will pay." These can certainly go to "Nick." AN ABLE OFFICIAL AN ABLE OFFICIAL It has been rumored in Washington that Governor Willis of Ohio may appoint Ralph W. Tyler, former Auditor of the Navy, to a responsible position. If he does, he will select one of the most competent colored men who ever served in a high office under the Federal government. Tyler conducted his office, one of the most important to which a colored man was ever appointed, like a white man. He was efficient and faithful to a trust, and left a record that is an honor to his race. And the whites who came in contact with him officially declared he was one of the most competent of government officials. Ralph Tyler was a man who attended to his duties. Even now clerks in that office are saying he was the best auditor the office ever had, and his white Democratic successor, finding the office could not be improved upon is conducting the affairs just as Tyler conducted them. This is a big and strong recommendation. The Bee knows noth- ing about Ohio politics, but asserts that if Governor Willis selects Tyler he will select an able official, and one of the greatest journalists the race has. The Bee hopes the rumor that Governor Willis intends honoring Ralph Tyler is true. Ralph Tyler was both an able and conscientious official. He did much for the race in Washington when here—Washington (D. C.) Bee. FORT SCOTT. KANSAS. FORT SCOTT, KANSAS. Mrs. Morton and Mrs. P. D. Davis celebrated their birth anniversary at the home of the former, 17 Warren street. Mrs. Morton was 70 years of age and Mrs. Davis 34. Those present were: Rev. and Mrs. P. D. Davis, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Hall, Mr. and Mrs. Will Morton, Mr. and Mrs. Simon Collins, Mr. and Mrs. Westley Stewart, Mr. and Mrs. Wiley Sexton, Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Morton, Mrs. Georgia Daniels, Mr. and Mrs. Orange Hunter, Mr. and Mrs. Maxey, Misses Lucile and Mabel Landers and Thelma Hill., A delicious four course luncheon was served. The hostesses were assisted by Misses Lucile and Mabel Sanders, Mrs. Simon Collins, and Mrs. Westley Stewart. The color scheme was pink and white. They received many useful presents. All returned at a late hour wishing the hostesses many happy birthdays. The Memorial services in union were observed at the A. M. E. church. It was opened by scripture reading by Rev. Frank Beatty, of Mount Zion Baptist church; invocation by Rev. Harrell; hymn, 120—"Onward Christian Soldier; by choir assisted by Mrs. Vina Taylor, Mrs. Rev. Faulkner, Mrs. Rosa Belle Simmons; paper, by Rev. Faulkner, "Memorial Day and How We Should Observe It;" "The Life of Bishop Turner;" by Miss Maude Glover;" "Life of Rev. James W. Wilson" by Miss Jessie Brown; solo, Mrs. Vina Taylor, "Some Sweet Day;" then the choir sang, "I Must Tell Jesus;" sermon, "Memorial Day." Rev. Davis. The old soldiers present were as follows: Mr. George Finis, Mr. Jim Johnson, Mr. Matt, Jackson, Mr. Jake Morton, Mr. Moses Holt. The choir sang "In the Sweet Bye and Bye;" selection, "My Country 'Tis of Thee." Benediction by Rev. Davis. OLATHE, KANSAS. The public schools of Olathe closed on Friday the 21st. Lincoln school rendered an excellent program consisting of recitations, songs and drills. Mrs. Porter, of Kansas City, Mo., attended the closing exercises of Lincoln school and was the guest of Prof. P. G. Porter. Mrs. Charles Coleman and son, Floyd, Miss Lida Crump and Mr. Walter Rollins, attended the cornerstone laying of Metropolitan Baptist church in Kansas City Sunday. Mrs. W. F. Burdette spent Sunday afternoon in Kansas City, Mo. Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Baker arrived in Olathe Monday from Topeka for an extended visit with Mr. Baker's parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Baker. Mr. Charles Helm, of South Park, died at the county hospital Wednesday the 19th. The funeral was held Monday afternoon from Ryan's undertaking parlors. The Rev. Robinson, of the A. M. E. church officiated. Interment in Olathe cemetery. Mrs. Williams, Earl Helm and Miss Wilson, of Cameron, Mo., attended the funeral of their brother, Charles Helm Monday. Rev. C. C. Burnett, pastor of Ebenezed Baptist church, Osawatomie, reports a grand time at their rally Sunday, May 30. Total amount raised $78.96. Mrs. Draper, president of club No. 1 brought in $31.35. Rev. Burnett's club raised $28.39. Wm. Ramsey, president of the Busy Bee club raised $22.22. Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Greene of Kansas City, Mo., spent Monday with Mrs. Greene's father, Mr. Walter Rollins. Mrs. Jessie Bryant, Mrs. Rene Patterson and and Mr. John Jones of Kansas' City, were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Caldwell on Decoration Day. Mrs. Margaret Jenkins, Mr. Sidney Johnson and Mr. Simon Dixon of Kansas City, were among the visitors in Olathe Decoration Day. The U. B. F's. gave an entertainment Monday night in their hall They were assisted by the Feeby family, Miss Lora Page and Mrs. Brockman. It was a success in all particulars. Miss Ruth Holmes was chosen delegate from the A. M. E. Sunday school to the Sunday School Convention at Emporia. 12 Post Cards All Negro Subjects 15c —One hand colored. A money making plan for you, your church, lodge or club. Agents wanted everywhere! Send 15c today in stamps or coin for outfit! Afro-American Novelty Co., 119 W. Fifth St., Topeka, Kansas. Farmers. The sudden advent of spring have so multiplied our trials and labors, that we have had little or no time for talks across the fence, with our neighbors. When the season for making garden, and planting field crops arrives, we are all running over one another in an effort to see who will be the first to get their crops planted, and in the hustle and bustle, we all get mized up, and when we really find ourselves, we are all in a huddle. After we become disentangled, then we agree that each will plant at the proper time after Jack Frost have nipped the early plants that have been set in the garden. We are here to assist Nature, but whenever we over-step her bounds, then we must be the losers; in this regard it must be understood that there is the right time to plant our crops, and that is after the ground has become warm. Every year the planters of the country lose thousands of dollars worth of seed, because of premature seeding. The State and National Department of Agriculture, are doing much in aiding the farmer both scientifically, and practically, but as much as they have done, and are doing yet, there are many farmers who seem loath to avail themselves of opportunities held out to them by the various bureaus of the Department of Agriculture. Farming, in fact, has become a science which explains why a tiny office in a minor division of the government has grown into a great department which employees fifteen tho sand men and women, at an annual expense of a little less than twenty million dollars. The skilful farmer nowadays lives mighty well and sometimes get rich, but the unskillful farmer still goes bankrupt. The land now has to be coaxed to yield its abundance; tickling it with a hoe will no longer make it laugh with a harvest. To get satisfactory results, cattle and chickens and the various crops have to be selected and bred with great care; insect pests and diseases have to be fought; the soil has to be studied so as to determine the sort of crops to which it is best suited; and the products of the farm have to be sold in the best markets at the best time. The season while pretty well advanced has not been any too favorable for the growing of garden and truck crops, the first week of May furnished us a variety of weather, with snows from the Central West to the Pacific coast, with frosts extending well below the Forklift Parallel. This cold snap has been injurious to tender garden plants, such as tomatoes, large areas of which had been planted out in the fields. The coming in of the second week of May gives us more hopes of warmer weather, and the time is here for the planting of general crops in field and garden. Such crops as beans and melons, that went through the recent cold spell might just as well be planted over, as they never succeed until the ground becomes warm. During the month of May all of the general garden crops may be planted; for a succession, plantings may be made every ten days up to the 15th of July, and as late as the 1st of August, for such vegetables as lettuce, radish, beets and snap beans. For persons on small plots the lima bean is a crop that can be planted anytime during May, and will give profitable returns. The best varieties for general culture, are the "King of the Garden," and the "Large White Lima," pole beans, and of the dwarf varieties, "Henderson's Bush Lima." "Henderson's Bush Lima" has been the most successful with us; it comes into bearing in July, and is a continuous bearer until freezing weather sets in. Garden beets, and carrots are other crops that pay well, and can be had for market throughout the winter, by successive planting. up to mid-summer. All vine crops such as melons, cucumbers, pumpkins, and squashes should be planted this month. Melon and pumpkin vines are subject to injury from the striped beetle, and root borer; a good rule to follow when preparing melon hills, is to work into the soil one-fourth pound of tobacco dust to each hill. When the vines have begun to run, dirt may be laid on the vines at each node or joint, and they will take root readily, so if the roots of the mother plant is attacked by the bores, little or no injury will be done the vines and fruit. Tobacco dust is one of the best known fertilizers for all kinds of vines and can be had of any reliable seedman. Pumpkin and winter squash are something we all should plant liberally of, as a good pumpkin pie sometimes a Thanksgiving week is relished by the most, particular person. Now after all the garden and field crops are planted, and they start their growth, the 'most important item to be looked after is, a thorough cultivation every week, and after each rain. The month of June is the month to fight and free your crop of weeds, and if this is done, and other conditions are favorable a successful crop is assured. Flowers that have been sown in nursery rows may be transplanted to their permanent location during May. DENNES S. THOMPSON, Schoolteacher-Farmer, Bethel, Kas. Chautauqua begins here June 29th and ends July 7th. Mr. Jack Fantroy, the sweet potato king, has on hand ten thousand potato alips and is paying his help fair wages while pitching his crop. Among our new arrivals are Rev. J. C. Rodgers, Mr. Joe Bell, Mr. Ed Owen of Hutchinson; Miss Edna and Ruth Brown of Topeka, and Miss Ethel Frazier of Ellsworth. Mrs. Hettie Houchin has returned from the East and reports a splendid time. George L. Adams has accepted a lucrative position with the firm of Bolder & Smith. The Eastern Star gave a social the 29th ult., at their hall, which netted the ladies a handsome sum besides furnishing social enjoyment for all who attended. The stewards of the A. M. E. church gave a social at the O. E. S. hall on the 31st ult. It was a social and financial success. Mr. Dock Johnson, the tonsorial artist, has returned from his Eastern trip to the delight of his patrons. Mr. N. H. Washington has accepted a position at the Windsor hotel. Miss Hatie Thompson has finished the Eighth grade and will enter the lilgh school next fall. She is quiet, unassuming and studious and will make good in the world. Mr. Wilbur McCormack, though quite young, is nobly taking care of his father's place of business during his absence. The Sabbath school and Endeavor selected the pastor to represent them in the District Conference at Winfield, June 9th to 11th. LOOKEBA, OKLAHOMA. Miss Maude Ecton left Friday for Tulsa, where she will spend a few days. From there she will go to Pawhuska to be at the bedside of her aunt, Mrs. Winston. Mrs. Lulu Webb will move home Tuesday. Mrs. J. H. Griffin left for her home Monday. She was accompanied by her brother-in-law, Mr. A. L. Ray. They will stop by Wichita, Kansas to see her grandma, who is very ill. Mrs. E. Harris has moved to her garden now, where she will fight with the grass. The rain is keeping all of us busy now. Rev. H. Beadle will preach the annual sermon for Prudence Chapter No. 24 at Weatherford, Okla., on Sunday, June 6th. Mrs. Lizzie Fitzpatrick made her annual visit with Sunrise Chapter No. 13 on May 31st. Talk of the silver tongued orator, she was certainly here. Oh, the glorious lecture she made, we would that all of the members could have been there. She lectured one hour and ten minutes and had just opened her lecture. We could have listened to her three hours more. She left for her home in Coffeyville, Kansas Monday evening. We would that we had more women like the lady Fitzpatrick. Long may she live and happy may she be. Mr. and Mrs. A. L. Ray and family and Miss Hazel Braden, attended the memorial sermon of the old soldiers at Bridgeport. Mother Ray was called to the home of Mr. C. S. Fowler on account of illness. Miss Hazel Braden is somewhat indisposed this week. Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Gunter spent Sunday afternoon with the sick at Mrs. H. B. Ray's. Meeting at Antioch church was Glorious Sunday. Rev. Winkfield and Rev. Graham filled the pulpit. Mr. J. H. Gunter and family and Miss Maude Ecton attended services at Bridgeport Sunday. Miss Maude and Miss Nettle Brown went out to see the new bridge. When in Omaha THE : PATTON : HOTEL N. P. PATTON, Prop. (3 Blocks So. of Union Station.) —CAFE IN CONNECTION. Meals at All Hours. Phone Douglas 4448. 1014 16-18 South 11th St. --- Mme. Beard's It removes dandruff and stops itching of the scalp and takes out the kink and makes the hair grow long, soft and beautiful. Send stamp for Pamphlet. MME. M. BEARD, 519 S. 16th St. ST. JOSEPH, :- MISSOURL 50c Per Box. Agents Wanted! Bell Phone West—Home Phone West 406 600 Quantity, Quality and Price Always Right. C. H. BARNEY, Coal, Wood, Feed. —Sewer Pipe, Water, Plaster, Lime, Cement, Sand and Brick. 1076 North 18th Street, KANSAS CITY. KANSAS WHEN IN COLORADO SPRINGS and want a FIRST CLASS PLACE TO STOP CALL ON MRS. G. R. BRAXTON, 915 E. Huerfano St. COLORADO SPRINGS, GOVERNMENT The Bulkley Dry Goods Company, EXTENDS to the Colored People Most Hearty Welcome to Come and Visit this You'll Receive Courtesans Tum- ment and Find Here Large Amounts of DRY GOODS, MILLINERY, READY-FOE BAR GAM MINES, SHOES AND ACK CESSORIES. —Send Your Mall Order to THE BULKLEY DRY GOODS ... COMPANY..... WE PAY POSTAGE. CALL FOR THE BAPTIST STATE SUN. SCHOOL CONVENTION. The Baptist Sunday schools of Kansas will take notice that the Convention will convene with the Mt. Hebron Sunday school of Pittsburgh, Kansas, June 24-25, of this year, and they will please elect their program delegate and send the name and address to the Corresponding Secretary, Mrs. J. L. Harper, 520 N. Water St., Wichita, Kansas. The Sunday schools should elect on the first Sunday in May and send name at once to Mrs. Harper. We also request you, to begin to plan now for the raising of your finances for this session, that promises to be the best yet held. All of the schools have entered the contest for the banner now held by the Shiloh Sunday school of Topeka. We are planning to have a noted foreign speaker for each day. The program will be full of good addresses and the singing will be the best we have had. The Round Table discussions will be very instructive and interesting for the Sunday school workers. We hope that each Sunday school in the state will make an effort. Programs and letter will be mailed you later. Yours for a great convention, H. L. MONROE, President. MES, J. L. HARPER, Cor. Sec. ANNOUNCEMENT. THE EIGHTH ANNUAL SESSION OF THE KINGFISHER COUNTY NORMAL (SEPARATORY), will be held during the June period, 1915, at Kingfisher, Okla. This is one of the largest and best tutored Normals in the State. Special work in the new branches. Special attention given to the needs of the rural teacher. Excellent accommodations at moderate terms. For further information address, Mrs. Sarah Linton, superintendent, Kingfisher, Okla., or Prof. E. H. Hall, Conductor, Hennessey, Okla. Any person writing this office for information will please send stamps, if an answer is expected. (Concluded from Page One.) a diagrace by cohabitating and insulting the females who are employed in that institution. Now my dear Governor, I hope you will receive this letter in the spirit in which it is given and that it is written by a colored man who is the editor of a newspaper that is being circulated among colored people and which also has quite a large circulation among the white people. We do this with the kindliest feeling and with a Christian intention to bring about better things along all lines between the two races. There is an imaginary line drawn; but it is a well of false and vague ideas. The white people love the colored people just as well as the colored people love them, in fact both love each other, but some how, there is a strained relation that exists with them in the day time that does not follow in the night time. If the two races would be more sincere to reach an understanding, with honesty, truth and morality as their guide, there would be less friction in those places where prejudice predominates the strongest. Anything this paper can do to advance the cause of friendship between the two races, we will be glad to do that and if you can furnish some ideas or thoughts that will be helpful to bring about this result, we will be glad to publish anything that you may say. Now dear Governor, please inform us if you have closed this school on account of this white man and if same will be opened again; and if so will you place a colored man in charge and leave it to his honor to run it on a strictly first-class moral and intellectual basis; and do you think a colored man competent to manage an institution of his own people without the domineering of a white person? Also do you believe the colored man is entitled to vote, to free speech and to enjoy all the privileges of the white man? Very truly yours, NICK CHILES, Editor of The Topeka Flaindealer. RIVERSIDE, ILL. Mrs. Richard Gaines entertained Tuesday evening with a stag in honor of her husband's birthday, which was a complete surprise to him. Many beautiful presents were received. KANSAS CITY. KANSAS. The commencement exercises of Sumner High school were held in the auditorium of the Wyandotte High school which is now for white pupils only. Thursday evening, May 27, about 1,000 people attended and although the weather was very inclement only a few seats were vacant. A chorus of 150 voices under Prof. Reynold's direction, the glee club and Harris' orchestra discoursed good music. Not a plantation song was on program. That speaks well for the director as most of those songs were dear only in a religious way to the older people, some of whom are gone. The following program was rendered: "Magic Flute"—Harris' Orchestra. "Spring Song"—Mendelsohn. Invocation—Rev. Holmes. "Sympathy"—High School Chorus. Oration—"The Aftermath of the European War," Wendell French. "The Influence of Music"—Miss Bernice Gray. Spring Waltz. Nentwich. Kipling's "If Miss Eula Hogg." "Dai Nippon"—Mr. Oscar Penniston. "The Passing Scouts"—Glee Club. "The Mind and the Hand"—Walter Powell. "Across the Rubicon"—Earl Thomas. "Sky Pilot"—Orchestra. Prof. Pearson awarded the forty-nine diplomas with good remarks. "Water Lillies"—High School Chorus. Rev. McNeal pronounced the benediction. Mr. B. S. Stovall received more applause than any when he received his diploma. Also Miss Geneva Flemming and Miss Bernice Gray. Miss Victoria French received great applause. All were applauded. Mr. Peniston received the highest average and Miss Gray was second. The program as a whole was fine and better than the one a year before. A typographical error in your one issue made the A. M. E. church rally read more than some of their members say was raised. They said they raised about four hundred dollars; instead of thousands as you had it. Douglass school had its Eighth A commencement at Sumner High school Wednesday night Mrs. McFarland was-buried from the Metropolitan church past Thurs- day afternoon at 2 o'clock. Rev. Holmes officiated. Fine resolutions were read from the Sewing circle with Mrs. S. Rollins, M. C. Matthews, Miss E. Rollins and Mrs. F. A. Calaway as committees. The Mission circle gave flowers and had resolutions. The Sunday school also, gave flowers and had resolutions. She was a zealous Christian worker, and leaves a husband, father, brother and other relatives and friends who grieve for her. Mr. Henry Taylor is very low at his son's on Parallel avenue. The Sewing circle of the Metropolitan church met with Mr. and Mrs. H. Dandridge, 264 Mill street Friday. A program of music, current events and quotations was given, with a beautiful address on "Oklahoma" by Mrs. E. A. Wilson, who was a guest from Muskogee. The finest of brick ice cream of pink, white and brown was served to the twenty or more guests present with lovely white and golden cake. A most delightful afternoon was enjoyed. -Miss Arlene Jackson gave a reception for the forty-nine members of the class of '15 at her home on Nebraska avenue Friday afternoon. The young people had a gala time. Douglass school picnic was postponed on account of the rain. The writer wonders why we segregate sometimes ourselves. At a certain commencement, someone reserved two rows of seats for the white board of education. Not a board member came. The white superintendent and his wife and one white High school teacher and his wife came. Then after they had had colored ladies get up and after the board did not come, colored people were let use those vacant seats. Why not let the board sit among the colored unless there is room on the platform for them? Most times if they reserve seats for colored people, it is in their balconies. Written by one who finished with white students and sat right with them. Miss Mattie Scott, visited her relatives Mesdames P. Bradford, A. Williams, E. Casley, and B. S. Stovall as she came by from Wichita en route to Mexico, to visit her mother. Mrs. M. C. Matthews, who was the first woman who ever taught in Douglass school, the largest school here, received four invitations from Kansas City, Kansas graduates, two from Kansas City, Mo., and two from graduates of Western University. Mrs. Ruth Collins suggested that hereafter all churches have union services at Woodlawn cemetery; and Mesdames Owens, J. W. Wilson and M. C. Matthews agreed with her. A Correction—Mrs. Mollie Cox, of Wichita, was here at the Knights of Pythias sermon at the Metropolitan church and made a fine talk. The writer failed to get her name as the church was so crowded they could not get in. Excuse us this time. Misses Mabel Emory, who teaches and her friend visited Mrs. Anna Williams on State avenue. WINFIELD. KANSAS. Mrs. Ala Palmer died Saturday afternoon at her home on the Graham farm, northeast of Winfield at the age of 65 years. The funeral was held from the home Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock. The services were conducted by Rev. Bruster, pastor of the Second Baptist church. Interment in Union cemetery. Ambrose Woodard, of Wichita, graduated from the business department of Southwestern College Friday evening. During the summer he will lecture on temperance in various parts of the state. He will later take a position with a colored law firm in Wichita. While in Winfield he was the guest of Mr. Frank Montgomery. The C. T. T. club was pleasantly entertained by the Pleasant Hour club Friday afternoon at the home of Mrs. Allen Brown on South Loomis street. The afternoon was spent in a guessing contest. Misses Lillian Franklin and Gertrude Nichols favored the guests with music. A delicious two course lunch was served. The invited guests were Mrs. S. Daniels, Miss Fowler and Mrs. Jones of Lawrence. Mrs. Bertie Bryant of Kansas City is making an extended visit at the home of Mr. and Mrs. R. C. Lee. Roy Moore who had been attending Southwestern, left for his home in Medicine Lodge one day this week. DO YOU KNOW WHERE SHE IS? I am making inquiry about my daughter, whose name was Alice Davis. Her father Charley Davis took her from me when she was six years old and left me at Osage City, Kansas, nearly 40 years ago; left me with two children, taking my oldest girl, Alice. Charley Davis was a mulatto, with Roman nose and I have not heard from him or the girl from that day to this. I am a widow, Continental Ice Cream.. A MEDICAL RECEIPT. Has Cured Thousands. Price $1.00. For Men and Women Suffering from Unnatural Discharges, Gleet, Chronic Gonorrhea, Stricture and all Urinary Troubles. I will send a Receipt and Directions for curing any Case in 1 to 3 days. The first treatment gives great relief and if continued will cure forever BETTER THAN DOCTOR RS OR HOT SPRINGS left alone and would like to find my daughter. My name is Cella Ann Davis and you will find me by writing to the Plaiindaler. CLOVER LEAF CASUALTY CO., MAKING PROGRESS. Among the number of insurance companies doing business in the U. S., I believe I would make no mistake if I should say, there is none making greater progress than the Clover Leaf Casualty Co., located at Jacksonville, Ill. Having $100,000 capital behind them, and doing business in the various states in the Union and with their liberal contracts, I see no reason why it should not become one of the leading companies in the United States. Not only do they do a tremendous business with the white people, I am in a position to truthfully say, that owing to their fairness, the volume of business they are doing with the colored people is surprising to the most sanguine. The people of the country and especially of Saint Louis, look upon the Clover Leaf Casualty Co., as being exceptionally fair to colored men and women of ability. They have recently appointed two co'ored men as District Managers and one worthy colored woman as cashier; something unparalleled in the annals of insurance, so far as we have been able to learn. Their business methods in the adjustment of their claims in addition to the other features above mentioned should not only command attention, but the unswerving support of our people especially. (Signed) E. HAWKINS, District Manager of the city of St. Louis and Clerk of St. Paul's A. M. E. Church. For information about our policies call on or address, E. L. Mitchell, State Agent or J. W. McGuire, General Agent, 431 New England Building, Topeka, Kansas. TO OUR SUBSCRIBERS. REPORTERS AND AGENTS: For the past two or three weeks, our paper has been crowded for room and all news did not appear; but do not be discouraged when this happens as it will not be often and from now on we will try to insert all correspondence. H. T. GEEDER, M.D. PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON, PITTSBURG, —— KANSAS Office: 1241/ E. Tird, St. Phones: Office 1475; Bus. 1945. -Dissease of Women a Specialty DIAMOND Bottling... Works Phone 3178. Baughman Bros. & Legge, 2201 Lincoln St., TOPEKA,.KAS Contine Ice WM. GRIZZARD has opened a buffet on 18th St. between Highland and Woodland avenues, Kansas City, Missouri, where he will serve fine drinks to the public. This is the first time that a colored man was ever permitted to open a drinking place in this district.—Adv. MY CANDY SHOP, 12th and Vine St., Kansas City, Mo. Bell phone 4866 East—Home phone 4213 East. This is the place to buy first class candies, fruit, ice cream and soda water. Give this place a call.—Adv. CALL FOR THE BAPTIST STATE SUN. SCHOOL CONVENTION. The Baptist Sunday schools of Kansas will take notice that the Convention will convene with the Mt. Hebron Sunday school of Pittsburgh, Kansas, June 24-25, of this year, and they will please elect their program delegate and send the name and address to the Corresponding Secretary, Mrs. J. L. Harper, 539 N. Water St., Wichita, Kansas. The Sunday schools should elect on the first Sunday in May and send name at once to Mrs. Harper. We also request you to begin to plan now for the raising of your finances for this session, that promises to be the best yet held. Many of the schools have entered the contest for the banner now held by the Shiloh Sunday school of Topeka. We are planning to have a noted foreign speaker for each day. The program will be full of good addresses and the singing will be the best we have had. The Round Table discussions will be very instructive and interesting for the Sunday school workers. We hope that each Sunday school in the state will make an effort. Programs and letter will be malled you later. Yours for a great convention. H. L. MONROE, President. MRS. J. L. HARPER, Corr. Sec. ANNOUNCEMENT. THE EIGHTH ANNUAL SESSION OF THE KINGFISHER COUNTY NORMAL (SEPARATE), will be held during the June period, 1915, at Kingfisher, Okla. This is one of the largest and best tutored Normals in the State. Special work in the new branches. Special attention given to the needs of the rural teacher. Excellent accommodations at moderate terms. For further information address, Mrs. Sarah Liston, superintendent, Kingfisher, Okla., or Prof. E. H. Hall, Conductor, Hennessey, Okla. Any person writing this office for information will please send stamps, if an answer is expected. A New Year's Prescription "Good morning, Jim." "How are you, Tom?" Tom Gooding looked uncomfortable. He had come into his friend Tom Olcott's law office for a purpose, but he seemed to have difficulty in announcing it. "Jim, I want you to get me a divorce," he said at last. "What?" "A divorce. Edith and I can't get on together any longer." "Whose fault is it?" asked Jim. "Whose fault is it? Why, it certainly isn't mine. The truth is Edith is continually making mountains out of molehills." The lawyer looked grave and said: "The smaller affairs of life are more in keeping with a woman's nature than a man's. How do you know that you're not making molehills out of mountains?" "What do you mean?" "Why, it's quite likely that you have very important faults that you do not consider at all. Perhaps you are unconscious of them, and yet they may be breaking up your home. Now, this is a good time to remedy them. The new year is at hand, when we all expect to take a fresh start. New Year's resolutions are in order. I will give you a rule of action for the next twelve months, and if you adhere to it you won't want me to secure a divorce for you." "What is it?" Instead of replying the lawyer wrote something on a bit of paper, put it in an envelope, sealed it and wrote on it "To be opened New Year's morning." Then he handed it to Gooding. The next morning Mrs. Gooding appeared at the law office. She did not know of her husband's appearance there the day before, and Olcott did not mention it. "Jim," she said, "it's all up between Tom and me. I want you to get me a divorce." "Is there any special accusation you have to make against Tom?" "Only that he rubs me the wrong way all the time." Olcott looked up at the ceiling "How long will it take to separate us?" she asked. "No time at all. 'All you have to do is not to go back to the house.'" "I mean legally." "Oh! You wish to marry again?" "No such thing. Why do you say that?" "Because I see no other advantage in your case in a legal separation. Do you still love your husband?" "Of course I do! It's on his"— "Never mind his faults. Would you prefer to keep your home as it is if you could get on together?" "Certainly." "Edith," said the lawyer after a pause, "tomorrow will begin the new year. I will give you a rule for your guidance, and if you will follow it I guarantee that you won't need a divorce." "What is it?" Olcott wrote a few words on a bit of paper and, after sealing and addressing it as he had in the case of her husband, handed it to her, saying: "Take that, and, as the doctors say when they give you a prescription, if it doesn't cure you let me know and I'll begin divorce proceedings." New Year's morning was pleasant, and after breakfast Tom Gooding said to his wife: "Sweetheart, don't you think, this being a holiday, we'd better make some sort of a trip?" "The very thing. Holidays are best utilized. To sit around at home doing nothing is depressing." So they arranged for an outing. The next day, when the husband was about to go to business his wife asked him if he would go to a dry goods store, six blocks out of his way, and ouy her a spool of thread of a certain hue. He bristled up, but suddenly surprised her by very affably agreeing to oblige her. But he was too late. With a kiss she said that she had no business to trouble him with such small matters when he had so many big ones on his mind. She was going to the shopping district anyway and would attend to the matter herself. These are samples of many such instances by which petty quarrels were avoided, and every day showed an improvement in the couple's domestic relations. Often when they bristled at some fancied cause for dispute one or the other would suddenly stop as if having remembered something and swing around like a weather cock from the bitter north to the balmy south. Scarcely a month passed before one day Mru Gooding put her arm about her husband's neck and said: "Tom, I've a confession to make." "What is it, sweetheart?" "Last December I gave up trying to live with you and went to Jim Olcott for a divorce. He wrote me a prescription. I began to practice it on New Year's day. It has shown me that our troubles were all my fault." "What was the prescription?" asked the husband, opening his eyes very wide. "Look within yourself." Tom Gooding's only reply was a hug and kisses. Not a word about having received the same prescription himself. And yet there are those who claim that man is the nobler animal. A LITTLE FARM. Bil Acrus brought a farm that was The largest one for mine around. He couldn't till it well because "Twins scattered over too much ground. He could not keep the weeds out down. Now he could he keep the fence up. He had to sell and move to town And new own nothing but a pen. Jim Nomestand bought a little trust So small that when he started out Putin laughed at him, but 'tis a fact That he is rich now and about As free from care as he could be And lead a life that's full of charm. He tilted the soil so well that he Just made it pay—that little farm. —Charles H. Maley in Americana Agriculturist. TYING UP A FLEECE Directions For the Proper Care of the Wool Grower's Crop. First, all the tag locks must be removed, whether they be dung or grease and dirt, writes W. C. Coffey of the Illinois station, describing the proper way to tie up a fleece; second, the fleece should be carefully rolled up by hand (not in wool box), with no ends or stray locks protruding and with the flesh side out; third, the fleece should be tied with a hard, glazed twine, not larger than one-eighth inch in diameter. In tying the ends of the twine especial care should be taken to make a firm, hard knot that will not slip. Tag locks are not so common that their presence in fleeces from farm flocks is the rule rather than an exception. The total effect of leaving them on fleeces is bad. It puts our wools in bad standing with wool houses and manufacturers. Long continued, it has led to the only logical result—namely, discrimination in price against our wools. Careful rolling, with the flesh side out and no ends or stray locks showing, adds greatly to the appearance of the fleeces. It also prevents mixing the wool from different fleeces, and, by the way, each fleece should be tied to itself. In the wool warehouse it is a pretty sight to see the heaps of graded wool faced with a tier of carefully rolled and tied fleeces. GOOD FOR THE GRUNTERS. This Handy Swill Barrel Doesn't Need Much Material or Labor. A very handy swill barrel for feeding a lot of hogs when they come crowding around the trough is made as follows, says the Iowa Homestead, from which article and illustration are reproduced. The barrel A is set on a small platform immediately above a trough, B, next to the hydrant D, which has a goose neck so that water can be drawn into the barrel directly from the hydrant. In the center of the bottom of the barrel is bored a two-inch auger hole which is kept closed by means of a plug, C, the handle of which is HANDY SWILL PEDDER made of an old broom handle and long enough to reach to the top of the barrel. Swill is made of ground feed, and when it is desirable to feed the hogs all the operator has to do is to stir the swill and pull the plug, and the swill runs out into the trough without any trouble. When enough has run out the plug may be returned to its place, and in this way there is no spilling or handling of swill. The trough may be of any convenient length. Spring Culture of Wheat. Harrowing wheat in the spring is a practice that is receiving considerable attention of late years. Where the ground is compacted hard from beating rains of early spring, followed by rather dry weather, the harrowing of wheat with a drag harrow is good practice. So far experiments have shown at the Missouri station, however, the harrowing of wheat is not always sufficiently beneficial to pay for the work, although where one harrows in clover seed at the same time the practice is usually a paying one. Where the wheat is badly "heaved" the use of a heavy roller in the early spring is a good practice. All depends, however, upon the extent of the "heaving." Kill the Rats and Save Chickens In answer to a subscriber who complains of rats getting away with his young chicks and requesting a remedy for exterminating the rodents, a correspondent of the Kansas City Farmer says that if powdered sulphur and cayenne pepper are scattered around the rat holes the vermin will disappear. Another remedy is to scatter powdered lye around their holes. The lye will stick to the rat's feet. He commences to lick them, which causes death. Why Rely on Corn? In sections where corn has not provided a success it is fully to rely upon corn. In such sections there are crops which do succeed, and it is the part of intelligence to plant them, Kaffir, quils and other crops grow and do well where corn falls. Then why rely on corn—Farm and Ranch. ur Ne i iNet