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National Society Japan Neans Is There a Negro Problem? Mr. Story Writes an Open Letter on This Much Discussed Question. The problem before this country is not a Negro problem only but far more a white man's problem. We all suffer, white and Colored alike, and as there are more white, so they suffer more while the present condition continue. It is time for all who believe in justice and humanity to organize and to resist race prejudice wherever it lifts its head. We appeal to the people of the South who profess to be civilized and Christian, and ask how long they will allow their fair name to be blackened and degraded by unpunished lynching and the attempt to keep the Negroes down. While it continues the Southers states cannot rank among civilized communities. Are they content to hold this position? We appeal to the Christian church and ask where in the teachings of its Founder it finds any warrant for treating human beings with cruelty and injustice. We appeal to the lawyers whose mission it is to enforce the law and secure to everyone his just rights, and ask them if they are content to see lynch law take the place of proper judicial procedure. We appeal to the judges who hold the scales of justice, and urge them to keep the balance true between men no matter what their race or color. We appeal to the colleges and schools whose teachers so largely control the future of this country not Seventeenth Year. No. 34. For many years the people of the Southern States have claimed that they understand better than any one else what they call the "Negro Problem," and have insisted that they must be allowed to deal with the Colored people in their communities as they think best. The same claim was made during the days of slavery, and the rest of the country, largely from indolence and the wish for a quiet life weakly yielded and closed its eyes and ears to the horrors of slavery. To save themselves trouble the people of the United States allowed this iniquity to live and grow powerful, until four years of civil war brought upon them many times the trouble which they had tried to avoid during the years which preceded it. Determined to root out for all time the injustices which had been punished by such a terrible penalty and after "every drop of blood drawn by the lash" had been "paid by another drawn by the sword," the people of the United States, so far as the Constitution could do it, secured to every citizen of the country his equal rights before the law. For the first time since the Declaration of Independence was published its "self-evident truths" were recognized in practice, and a new day seemed to have dawned on this republic. Unwarned by the experience of our fathers we are now repeating their folly. We acquiesce while the Colored people of this country, entitled equally with ourselves to every legal right, are oppressed, insulted and degraded. In stead of opening wide the door of opportunity and offering encouragement and help in their attempt to climb from slavery to independent manhood, instead of trying to make them a body of useful citizens, we ignore our responsibility for their condition and put every obstacle in their way, permitting men whose views are warped all, to separate white from Colored in the service of the United States, deliberately changing conditions which have continued without objection for fifty years. If Negroes are suspected of crime their lives may be taken by mob violence without trial, and the men who murder them may more, torture them with barbaric cruelty, whether in Springfield, Illinois, in Coatesville, Pennsylvania or in countless southern towns and villages, go absolutely unpunished though perfectly well known, while their action approved by the communities where these cruelties are committed. If Colored men or women acquire an education, positions are denied them because they are Colored. Banks and offices will not receive them. If they would travel, hotels and restaurants are closed to them and public corporations offer them grossly unfit accommodations. Laws are proposed to control their marriages with white persons though intercourse between the races has always prevailed, and the result of such laws must be to put Colored women at the mercy of white men, and to deprive them of the very slight protection which the law now gives them, while a generation of innocent children is degraded and stigmatized. Many labor unions will not admit them, nor let them work as non-union men. In Miami, Florida, a Negro chauffeur who presumes to drive his master's car from Palm Beach is nearly killed by a mob of white chauffeurs. The theatres admit plays grossly misrepresenting Colored Folks and appealing to race prejudice and passion. Public parks and places of amusement are largely closed to them. In Northern schools and colleges they are often unwelcome. At every turn and in every attempt to rise they are met by this wicked prejudice. The man in whose veins by the traditions and prejudices of slavery to indicate our policy. What are the consequence? If our colored fellow-citizens wish to TOPEKA cast their votes they are met by every legal and illegal obstacle, and in large sections of the country the colored vote is suppressed. Not only can they not vote for what they want but their white neighbors cast the votes of the colored men for what the Colored men do not want. As they count in the basis of representation and yet are denied the ballot, they are not only represented but they are misrepresented, and the power of those who would perpetuate injustice is doubled. The Southern leaders say that the Negroes are ignorant and degraded, but they will not give them the education that they need. It is notorious that the schools provided for the Colored children are far worse than those enjoyed by the whites in large sections of the country, and it is also true that the path of those who would teach them is beset with difficulties and often serious dangers. In Florida no white man is allowed to teach in a Colored school, and the supply of competent teachers is therefore largely reduced. The spokesman of the South openly avow their purpose to keep their Colored neighbors ignorant and fitted only for employment as laborers. If the Negroes would acquire property and make themselves useful citizens, they find in one place an agitation to prevent their buying farms, in others violent attempts by nightriders and like ruffians to drive them from the farms which they have bought, and to prevent their laboring in the fields. Segregation ordinances are proposed in many cities to restrict their places of residence, and this movement derives support from the action of the Federal Government which undertakes in the public offices, the property of us flows only a trace of Negro blood, who inherits from his white ancestors their ambitions and their tastes, is treated as if he mere hopelessly degraded, and all over the country the attempt is made to hold them down as an Inferior class, denied those rights and equal opportunities which are the birthright of every American citizen. This state of things is absolutely intolerable and it cannot continue without bringing upon this country the most serious calamities. No community can treat any considerable body of citizens unjustly without suffering the consequences. The attempt of the French Government to hold Dreyfus in undeserved imprisonment nearly overthrew the republic. TOPEKA, KANSAS, FRIDAY MORNING JULY 30, 1915. to deny education to any one who seeks it. We appeal to every warm-hearted high-minded man or woman in this country, and urge them to organize a new anti-slavery movement. We beg them by voice, vote and example to rouse their neighbors and to make our public men feel that their political careers are not to be advanced by yielding to the advocates of discrimination. We must organize our political, our religious, our educational nay all our forces to the end that our country may be relieved from the influence of all who believe that they help themselves up by keeping others down. Our motto is "All men up" and the spirit must conquer, or terrible disaster awaits the country which we all love. MOORFIELD STOREY. SENATOR STONE HAS CHICKEN DINNER AS GUEST OF A NEGRO Jefferson City, Mo.. July 18. Alex. Slater, Negro Democrat politician and janitor for the secretary of state, gave a fried chicken dinner for Senator William Joel Stone, Saturday in the senator's office at the Capitol. Senator Stone had just finished his correspondence preparatory to going to a restaurant for luncheon, when Slater appeared with a big plate of smoking-hot, golden brown fried chicken, a big pitcher of fresh country buttermilk in which the ice was clinkrg, and a pone of corn bread of the old fashioned variety. Stone invited Mrs. W. A. Morrow. Miss Simpson and W.. R. Hollister his secretary, to share the repast. Slater stood at his elbow, replenish ing the senator's plate with chicken as it was rapidly emptied, and keeping his glass filled with buttermilk. When governor. Senator Stone gave Slater his first job at the State Capitol. THE ODD FELLOWS! Great and Growing Order Makes a Fine Report at Salina. The Grand Lodge of Odd Fellows and Household of Ruth met in their annual session at Salina last week. The Household at the U. K. T. hall, Mrs. J. L. Harper, of Wichita. Most Noble Governess presiding. The reports from the various Households showed the order in a growing and healthy condition, claims all paid JOHN H. HARRIS HON. DORSEY GREEN, P. G. M. and money on hand to pay as fast as it falls due. Grand Master Dorsey Green presided over the deliberation of the body of Odd Fellows; and says the order is in better condition than in its history before. The endowment has increased two-fold and the laws are now in such shape that there is no reason for other than continual and rapid progress. The session was harmonious throughout. The endowment department has on interest a few thousand dollars. The citizens of Salina are to be congratulated for the hospitality shown the visitors. Salina is one of the finest cities in Kansas and the white people are courteous and polite and appreciate a progressive people. The following is the list of elective officers: G. M. Harrison, Grand Master, Hutchinson; M. L. Butler, D. Grand Master, Parsons; King Adam, Grand Director, Lawrence; Charles Childs, Grand Secretary, Wichita; R. Cox, Grand Treasurer, Salina; S. M. Banks, Sec'y End., Kansas City; Dennis Hope, Treas. End., Topeka. Money in Endowment departments $4600.00. The next place of meeting is Wichita, Kansas. Mr. Harrison is one of Hutchinson's solid and highly respected citizens and business men. He has for years baled and shipped papers; and is also successful as a hog raiser. He is a fine gentleman and will carry the work on to success. Chas. Childs of Wichita, the Grand Secretary is a young man full of vim and will fill the office with credit. The retiring officers of the Grand Lodge were congratulated on the excellent service rendered. Grand Master Green and Secretary Rhoten performed their duty and did much to bring the order up to its present standing. GARDEN CITY, KANSAS. The recital and social did nicely. All concerned played their parts well and a neat sum of money for the stewards was realized. Both Mrs. F. C. Pennington and Mr. W. J. Hart are convalescent. Rev. Ramsey of Great Land delivered three able sermons on the 19th and administered sacraments of the Lord's Supper and baptism and on the night of the 19th held quarterly conference for Rev. A. H. Brooks, who was too ill to be present During his stay he was domiciled with Prof. C. R. Price and family, who showed him every courtesy. Many of Mr. Ramsey's old friends were glad to see and greet him. Prof. Carter of the Topeka Industrial Institute stopped off here Sunday morning, the 18th, and was met at the train by young ladies, one of whom is a graduate of the institute. The Brown and Adams families vied with each other in enter-Than, at length, Mr., G. C. Pennington ever courteous and oblidging was on hand with his auto and showed the professor around town and landed him at the depot in time for No. 8. The professor made a splendid impression during his short stay and left advertising matter which will speak for him and the the institute during his absence. Mr. John Davis arrived in Fort Scott in time for his brother, Henry's funeral, but when returning the 12th he left his brother, P. C. Davis quite ill. The returns are in from the civil service examination and many of those who took it, March 13, are anxious to learn who is to be the regular carrier of route No. 1, out of Holcomb. We wish to ask that our correspondents use one side of the paper only. COUNCIL GROVE, KANSAS Still plenty of rain in these parts. Mr. Bruce Wools has returned home after a long absence. Miss Clara Rice is home on a visit. Miss Lillian Rice is still holding her place of employment in the country at White's ranch. She is a fine young lady and we should feel proud of her. The A. M. E. church, pastored by Rev. Merritt held its quarterly conference the 13th and 14th. Rev. Broadnax presided. He was here two nights and preacquired two soul stirring sermons. We felt better by him being here. Rev. Henry Merritt preached for Rev. Broadnax at Junction City, Sunday, the 4th. The Silver Leaf sewing circle of the A. M. E. church is doing nicely. They meet every Thursday afternoon and serve lunch and sew. They are preparing for a bazaar in the near future. The members and friends gave Rev. Merritt and wife a delightful surprise party Saturday night and they brought everything from chicken down to ham and then served ice cream and cake. Their kindness will never be forgotten. The Rev. and wife made some very thankful remarks. The surprise was gotten up by Brother Walter Johnson and Sister Elsie Woods. There are lots of people coming in now for the races. There will be all kinds of amusements. The Baptist church had its children's day program the fourth Sunday in June, which was a grand success. Miss Leta Woods has returned to her home after a long stay in Kansas City. There were several from here attended the rally and basket dinner at Rock Creek last Sunday. Our town is scarce of boys and men, as they have nearly all gone west to the harvest fields. Mrs. Jessie Cox and children and Mrs. Georgia Lee of Strong City, were up and visited with Mrs. Hannah Merritt last week. Mrs. Cox is a sister of Mrs. Rev. Merritt. Mrs. H. Merritt entertained thirty children in honor of Madge and Helen Cox, her nieces of Strong City, Friday afternoon. Mr. Abner Johnson came up from Dunlap to work and taken real sick and is under the care of a doctor at the home of Rev. Merritt. Mr. Clarence Hooker and wife are still holding their good jobs at the cottage hotel as chefs. Mrs. Marine Tyler entertained Mrs. Jessie Cox and Mrs. Georgia Lee at dinner, Tuesday. Mr. John McHenry and family from Pleasantview were in town last Saturday, shopping. Mrs. Ed Moore entertained Mrs. Cox and Mrs. Lee at supper, Thursday evening. Mrs. Moore is a cousin of Mrs. Cox. Miss Lydia Johnson is planning on visiting in Topeka soon. Mr. Ward Mitchell and lady friend, Miss Cassie Taylor attended the rally at Rock Creek, Sunday. Mrs. Lissie Woods entertained Mrs. Lee and Mrs. Cox at dinner, Friday. Mr. Ed Moote went to Sedalia, Mo., to the hospital, Friday. He has been on the sick list for sometime. The small son of Mr. and Mrs. Broils who broke his leg sometime ago is getting along nicely. Mr. Richard Majors is working at Helmic now in the quarry. FULTON, MISSOURI. Sunday, July 11th, the congregation at Calvary was favored with a beautiful sermon from their pastor, Rev. A. W. Ross. The text was from Job 21:15, in connection with Psalm 73:28; theme "Prayer." The pastor was at his best and all who attended enjoyed a holy feast. The Holy Spirit was with him and as words fell from his lips all were inspired and he in his own way spread it among them and it dwelt among them throughout the sermon. Many burdens were made light and many hearts were brightened and made to rejoice. Even the unsaved who were among us were intent listeners and their faces lighted up with a glorifying light. Rev. A. W. Ross and Miss Emma Lee Nelson were representatives to the District B. Y. P. U. and Sunday School convention which convened at Sturgeon, Mo., June 29th to July 2nd, inclusive. They report an excellent time and a spiritual meeting. Rev. A. W. Ross and Mrs. Mary Mason were representatives to the State B. Y. P. U. and Sunday School convention, which convened at Jefferson City, Mo., July 5th to 9th. A prosperous and glorious meeting is reported. Misses H. S. McKinn and Anna Brown spent a few days in Jefferson City, Mo., last week, the guest of Mrs. Dr. Johnson. Mrs. A. W. Ross has returned home after a delightful visit at Sturgeon, Moberly and Mason, Mo. We are indeed glad to welcome her home. She was greatly missed in the church circles and the community as well. Calvary church is wide awake and at work contemplating a big rally, Sunday, Oct. 3rd. The members have been divided into six clubs. The captain are very busy getting their members enthused and all are working with a will and wondering who will win the victory. All the captains are good leaders and good workers an each captain has for his motto, "I will lead my club to victory." And all are working to that end. Every person is doing his best to have his captain win and every one is enthused and at work. All the bees are working, even the drones if there are any In Calvary church. CHANUTE, KANSAS. Mrs. Harris of Coffeyville visited Price $1.50 Per Year. her son, Mr. Fred Harris, Friday and Saturday. Mr. Jackson Kouns made a trip to Tulsa and Ottawa last week. Mr. Dardell of Topeka was in the city Wednesday. Mr. Kinney of Independence was in the city Saturday visiting friends. Homer Johnson returned Saturday after spending a month touring the state. Mr. Floyd Brigam was in Thayer Thursday night. H. K. Solomon and Jackson Kouns leave the first for Chicago. Homer Johnson is working for the A. T. & S. F. Major Freeman, vice president of the Topeka Industrial and Educational Institute was in the city Thursday, en route to Parsons, Kansas. While here he visited N. H. Campbell. Wednesday evening at nine o'clock Mr. Fitzpatrick and Miss Ammie Fletcher were united in marriage by Rev. Watson. They are living on N. Ashby Avo. We wish them success all through life. Messrs. Kouns, Brigam, Washington and Campbell motored to Petrolia Saturday night. Mrs. J. Johnson spent two days in Iola visiting friends and relatives. Miss Laty Brigham spent Wednesday in Thayer visiting her parents. Mr. Charley Baylor left Tuesday for Sedalia, Mo. Rev. Bruster of Kansas City arrived Thursday to conduct a series of meetings in the Katy Park. A. Ray and J. Dixon were in Buffalo Tuesday and Wednesday. A number of K. of P. from here will attend the grand lodge which convenes in Leavenworth this week. Mr. W. Washington, J. Kouns and Milo Gaston drove to Iola Sunday to witness the game between the Go Devils and the Bloomer Girls. The A. M. E. literary society met Friday evening with Mr. and Mrs. Madox on South Santa Fe. Both churches were well attended Sunday. Mr. Will Campbell is on the sick list. Mrs. Clarence Johnson is visiting relatives and friends in Vinita, Oklahoma this week. Rev. Watson is kept pretty busy preparing for conference. Anybody desiring copies of the Plaindealer, please see N. H. Campbell, also give him your items. Mrs. Clark and Webster spent Sunday in Parsons. Mrs. Robinson of Cherryvale arrived Sunday to visit Mr. and Mrs. C. Fields. Rev. Bruster of Kansas City, Mo., filled the pulpit at the Baptist church NOTICE. The Topeka Plain dealer was made official organ for the Knights and Daughters of Tabor at Salina and we request that each Tabernacle, Temple and Tent forward to the office $1.50 for subscription and the paper will be sent to the Queen Mother, Chief Mentor and Perceptress. The paper is payable in advance and we will be glad to receive the subscription at the earliest convenience. It is optional with the different temples, tabernacles and tents to go into the directory which will be run the year round for $1.50. Those wishing to go into it will send the name of the Chief Mentor, Queen Mother or Chief Perceptress and the Scribe, the postoffice, street address, time and place of meeting. We will have a standing card in the paper which will be a benefit to all members of the jurisdiction, especially to visiting members, as they would know if they happened to be in a city on the night for the meeting of the order. We would be glad if the Chief Deputy Mentor would arrange in the different cities where there are two or more tabernacles, temples and tents to have someone to get the news of what is going on among the order and send it to the paper and same will be given special consideration. We will from time to time write personal letters and get cuts of different officers and run them; and do anything for the upbuilding of the local and grand body. Miss Bee Mayberry of Lawrence, Kansas, a popular young lady of that city is a visitor in our town, the guest of her brother, Mr. C. Mayberry. The guest numbered over twenty. Miss Deltha De Moss has returned ```markdown ``` Topeka Industrial & Educational Institute Practical Training of Negro Youth. A School for Christian Culture! Howland Hall Boys' Dormitory J.F. Hullen Hall Boys' Industries Girls Industrial Hall J.B. Larimer Hall Girls Dormitory Bradford Miller Hall Academic & Administrator PANORAMIC VIEW OF PRINCIPAL BUILDINGS. Buildings are modern in every respect-steam heated, electric lighted, hot and cold water on every floor. Pupils' health safeguarded by every convenience. Trades Taught: Carpentry, Painting, Gardening, Printing and Binding, Tailoring, Plain Sewing, Dressmaking, Domestic Science and Millinery, Road Building and Concrete Work. Advantages. High Moral Tone. Competent Teachers. Library and Reading Room. Modern Buildings. Splendid Equipment. Expenses Reasonable. Every student learns a trade. Self-help encouraged. Exceptional musical opportunities. Special rates to Kansas students. Endorsed by State Board of Education. Warm rooms. Good board. School Opens Tuesday, Sept. 7. Be present opening day. Send for Catalog. Wm. R. Carter, A. M., Prin. M. W. Freeman, Ass't. THE FIRST WORLD WAR IN THE MACHINE SHOP. One of the few opportunities for colored boys to learn to operate machinery, Carpentry and bench work in connection. IN THE MACHINE SHOP. One of the few opportunities for colored boys to learn to operate machinery, Carpentry and bench work in connection. The image provided is too blurry to accurately recognize any text or details. It appears to be a grayscale photograph of a person standing in a room with a window. The person is facing the window and seems to be looking outside. The room has a wooden floor and a wall with a window. There are no visible texts or distinctive features that can be clearly identified. A GROUP OF YOUNG COOKS. All students learn to do by doing. The image provided is too blurry and pixelated to accurately recognize any text or graphics. It appears to be a grayscale image with a blurry background. SCHOOL GARDEN. Every student has a garden. Delightful helpful work in connection with class-room theory. Farm of 110 acres. 16 acres of truck for canning. We operate our own canning plant. SCHOOL GARDEN. Every student has a garden. Delightful helpful work in connection with class-room theory. Farm of 110 acres. 16 acres of truck for canning. We operate our own canning plant. !!! CHEMICAL LABORATORY. Making Negro scientists. Physics and Soil laboratory also maintained. By THEO. BAUGHMAN. Special Scribe. THEO. BAUGHMAN AT TRENTON, MISSOURI. so much toward wiping and helping in the m We made it to Trenton, Mo., after the shades of the evening had appeared, and after bothering a score of people, inquiring about the colored part of the citizenship, we finally found ourselves in the A. M. E. church where a heated debate was being held, and to make it a real church affair the good sisters had "refreshments" to sell. There was an intelligent looking crowd and some looked on us, after staggering in as an unknown quantity. When we, with our on eyes, heheld that fine school marm, Miss Edna Cooper, presiding over a literary society, we allowed ourselves to believe that such citizens would buy a newspaper of The Plaindealer's kind, hence we proceeded to make the folks know we were a real Negro newspaper man. Folks who read and think as a rule encourage Negro journals and hereafter many Trentonites will peruse our columns. There's a nice bunch of us here, and we, below, touch them up a bit. Though young in the ministry the Rev. William Jackson is welding a great influence for good and is succeeding as though he was a veteran. He has been preaching just four years, but is destined to be one of the race's greatest men. He is ably pastoring Ward's Chapel A. M. E. church at Trenton, the leading colored churches of the city. There are thirty-six members and the edifice and parsonage are worth $4000. He hails from Kansas City, Mo., and finished his literary training at Sedalia, Mo. This young man has always been a doer, and works in and out of season to help better the condition of our people. He has the cooperation of a good wife and they are people that we all feel proud of. The world loves to honor the man and woman who is doing something to better conditions, and in Mr. and Mrs. Sam Taylor of Trenton, Mo., we have people whom all like to honor. Their home is a palatial one and, this family are all imbued with the spirit to fight ignorance. Ye scribe found in this home two persons who have prepared themselves for a great work, and are looked on as bright stars in the social and educational world. They are Miss Edna Cooper, a teacher of ten years experience, having been principal of the city school of Trenton for eight years. Twelve graduates have come out from this school under this brilliant young woman. The enrollment of Miss Cooper's school is 40, and the building, a nice one, is worth about $2,000. Miss Cooper attended school in Iowa, and has prepared herself in several well-known institutions of learning, and is recognized as one of our best educators. This lady is the head of the literary department of the A. M. E. church, and is an active worker, both in society and church circles. Mr. Pay Taylor, a brother, finished at Western University of which that eminent educator, Prof. H. T. Kealing is president. Miss Cooper has the happy faculty of knowing how to be pleasant and we were made to feel at home. She is High Priestess of the Order of Twelve, and was one of the popular delegates at the Grand Lodge, which convened in Kansas City, Mo., this week. One of the leading colored men of Missouri, who takes front rank along educational, religious and other lines is Prof. L. R. Johnson of Trenton Mo., who has spent seven years in the school room, having won quite a name as a pedagogue. He also is one of the strong men of the Baptist church, being president of the Mt. Zion Baptist convention, serving his fifth year, having given complete satisfaction. Prior to being president, he served his convention as corresponding secretary, and recording secretary, and also district superintendent. He is an able man, having finished his education at the Western College of Macon, Mo., of which Dr. J. H. Garnett is president. After graduation, he toured the state lecturing for the school. As an educator, he has few equals and is destined to take front rank as a minister, being an orator of note. His excellent wife is also a private teacher and is one of our prepared women. Prof. Johnson's success in his chosen work is due to his cultured mother, Mrs. Nettie Barber, who is one of the leaders of Missouri along educational and religious lines. We called at her palatial home and found in her a pleasant lady, ripe in thought and one who knows how to scatter sunshine. This family is a credit to our race, and we wish we had more such folks, who are doing Items of Interest in Regard to Progress of Our People. so much toward wiping out ignorance and helping in the moral uplift of the race. A successful farmer at Trenton, Mo., is Mr. Annals Brummell, a thrifty colored citizen. This family is able to boast of 320 acres of fertile soil, and they till it for all its worth. We called at his residence, and found his good wife a very pleasing lady. They are old citizens of Trenton and believers in "stickling to your bush," a good idea, and by this method they are classed among the well fixed folks of our race. Mr. and Mrs. Pete Cooper are among those of our race at Trenton, Mo., who read our paper. This gentleman is an expert hotel man, and holds a position with the Trenton hotel, one of the best white places in that city. Mrs. Cooper is an ardent member of the Baptist church, and is one who believes in the race going upward. Mr. Willie Williams is the polite janitor for the Rock Island railroad at Trenton, Mo., and holds a position that pays him well. He's buying some nice property. We called at his home and found his wife a pleasing lady and a real doer when it comes to bettering the condition of our people. Mr. Harrison Steele is one of the solid men of our race at Trenton, Mo. His property is some of the best owned by the race, and his home is indeed a good one. For years he has been a carpenter, but in late years has been a house-mover, being prepared to do that kind of work. We had the pleasure of meeting this gentleman and found him a man who believes in the colored man doing something. Mr. Tom Andrews, a colored citizen of Trenton, Mo., is an expert plasterer and by being a workman worthy of his hire, he is kept busy. He has done some of the best jobs in Trenton. Prejudice should only be the means to spur the Colored man on to effort; let him meet the issue squarely and while being handed a lemon, decide and do something along lines which mean his betterment. Think and act, are advices which he should follow. The Sir Knights and Daughters of Tabor have been in Grand Lodge session in this ((Missouri) state this week. They are a mighty host, doing a great work along secret society lines. The meeting convened in Kansas City, Mo. Some Negroes imagine that they will never go 100 yards from their own door-step and haven't even thought about the advice, "be careful how you treat strangers, etc." The visitation of the death angel to the homes of relatives of our traveling agent for the past few years, has come with astonishing rapidity. Mr. Baughman, while at Gallatin, Mo., last week received the sad intelligence that Mr. Henry Grant, a brother in law, had dropped dead at Victorla, Texas. Henry was a jovial fellow and was apparently in the best of health, and his death was a shocking surprise. Your scribe received some much appreciated counties at Gallatin, Mo., from Mrs. Virua Cowan, who allowed us to rest our weary bones in her home, and Mr. Iryank Williams and his daughter, Zana who fed us. These folks know how to treat strangers. It was no easy task to get located in that town and we shall always think of those people kindly. A large number, no doubt are not pleased at your traveling man's method, however, there are quite a few who say amen to our efforts. A successful business man of the race at St. Joe, Mo., recently said: "Nick sent the right man when he sent you; a man who gets the business and puts the public to talking about the paper." Thank you, dear brother. GALLATIN, MISSOURI Live wires around Gallatin, Mo. are Mr. and Mrs. James Marshall who are chefs at the Windsor Hotel the largest white place in that city. These good people are experts along their lines, and hold their positions on account of being able to deliver the goods. They have a modern home, and one of the best in Gallatin. These people have been in Gallatin a number of years and have cooled at the same place 15 years. Mrs. Vernice Lee, a daughter and her friend, Mrs. De Etta Washing- *** ± ± ± + + + + + + + + + +++ --- 一 ton have guests of the Marshalls. One of the good homes is that of Mr. and Mrs. M. H. Brooks. This gentleman has, for 25 years been employed by the Osborne Bros.' Hardware Co., one of the largest places in town. There's no one of the race who stands better than the Brooks family. The are A. M. E. members and stand for something. A successful shoe maker of our race at Gallatin, Mo., is Mr. H. E. Rowland who owns and conducts the best shop in the city, and his patrons are among both races. He has all modern machinery and knows his trade. He is a carpenter by trade ```markdown ``` MISS EDNA COOPER. Miss Edna Cooper, the popular teacher at Trenton, Mo., a leading lady in both church and society circles. She attended the Grand Lodge of Knights and Daughters of Tabor at Kansas City, Mo., this week. She will represent The Plaincaler in that city. She is a cultured young woman and is a credit to our race. but had to give it up on account of rheumatism. He has a good home and is a man identified with every move which means race elevation. At Gallatin, Mo., Rev. Joshun Minor is pastoring the Mt. Olive Baptist church and has a doing congregation. The church is worth $1,000 and in Rev. Minor the race has a ```markdown ``` J. HOMER BURBRIDGE The popular pastor of the A. W. E. church at Chillicothe, Mo., who is doing yoeman service for the advancement of our race. He is a brilliant young man, who by his Godly walks and preaching is doing much good for the race. The A. W. E. church at Gullatin, Mo., is ably pastored by Rev. L. H. Harris. He is a veteran and is able to look back over a long life of brilliant achievements. The property is worth $2,500 and there is a membership of 90 active people. This man of God is on the broad order and is making good. His church is clear of debt and he had the Plain-dealer man to take a meal. We called at the home of Mrs. G. H. McDaniel, an excellent lady, whose accomplished daughter, Miss Lynnie V., is not only a pedagogue, but an efficient musician; in fact, this young woman is one that is a credit to the race. We were fortunate indeed in securing her services in handling the Plaindealer in her town. She will contribute weekly write ups and will make an effort to place the paper in every home at Gallatin. Any news the citizens desire to appear, give it to Miss McDaniels. Her phone is 520, ring her and give the local happenings. The paper will be on sale each week and we hope our folks will encourage this young lady. The scribe found St. Joe an attractive spot and couldn't hardly shake the dirt from his heels. After traveling many miles over a country, recently swept by floods, reached Maryville, Mo. While our people are not a large part of the citizenship, the few there own homes and are alive along educational and --- religious lines. Below are some who are in that city: The script was fortunate in finding quarters at the palatial home of Mr. and Mrs. James H. Malcome. When you have a "atopping place" at this home you have some "place." Mr. Malcome is porter at the leading white tonsorial parlors, and his excellent wife is a faithful worker in church and society circles. They are leaders among our folks at Maryville. It was a pleasure to call at the palatial home of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Hardin and found two excellent people. The home is presided over by a cultured woman, who for five years was the first chef at the Linnville hotel, the swellest white hotel in that city. Mrs. Hardin is full of push and believes in doing something at all times. Such people are a credit to our race. They both are respected by both white and colored. One of the race who is making good at Maryville, Mo., is Rev. C. C. Baker, an ex A. M. E. minister, who is conducting a blacksmith and wheelwright business. He is a workman of note hence he's kept busy. His patrons are principally white people. His shop is well equipped for all kinds of work and this good man owns a good home. He has followed his trade for 20 years and has won the respect and confidence of all. One of the swell homes at Maryville, Mo., is the one owned by Mr. and Mrs. Henry Wilson. It is modern, furnished in excellent style. This home is a credit to the race. They also own other valuable property. Mr. Wilson, for a dozen years, has been a steward at the Elks club and he has the confidence and respect of all. These good people have one daughter, Miss Dora Mae, a very promising young lady. One of the prominent colored citizens at Maryville, Mo., is Rev. J. W. Harris, one of the strong men in the ministry and pastor of the Baptist church in his city. The edifice is worth $2,000 and though the membership is only 25, they are real doers. Rev. Harris has made a remarkable career, being able to boast of an untold good for race elevation. and to prepared man and has the confidence and respect of all. He is renovating his church and otherwise making improvements. advance the Master's kingdom on earth. He is full of puh and a safe leader, one whom our people can afford to follow. Mrs. B. F. Smart, who at present is visiting in New York, has one of the best homes at Maryville, Mo. It is a lovely thing and all admire it. Mr. Smart is an expert chef. Fourteen years is the length of time in which Rev. J. D. Wells has fed the race spiritually, and he has successfully pushed the Master's cause. His present work is at Maryville. Mo., where he is pastoring the A. M. E. church, which has a membership of 40 active members. The church and parsonage is worth $2,000. The majority of Rev. Wells' time has been spent in Missouri, and he has accomplished great good for the race. Rev. Wells is made of that material that knows no failure, and the devil and ignorance always find him ready to fight them. He is liberal in his views and quite a forcible speaker. Miss Willeta Wells, a niece, is his housekeeper, and a good one she is. One of the land marks at Mary- ville, Mo., is Mr. O. R. Vance, who holds a lucrative position with the Oak saloon, being over the shipping department. He has been with this house seven years and has won many friends. He owns good property and has an interesting family. We had the pleasure of meeting Mrs. and Miss Vance, wife and daughter of Mr. Olayer R. Vance. These people are firm believers in race elevation and we were indeed glad to be in their home. Their excellent daughter was quite entertaining. Mr. and Mrs. J. L. Gooden are among the property owners of Maryville. They are old citizens among the early settlers. These good people own a good home and are staunch members of the A. M. E. church. ```markdown ``` Tuskegee Institute has just compiled the record of lynchings in the United States during the six months THE LIFE OF MARY C. MAYER PROF. JOHNSON. The above cut is that of that eminent young educator of Trenton, Mo., whose write up appears elsewhere. He is also a strong preacher in the Baptist church, and president of Mt. Zion District convention. Be sure to read the write up about this young man, and his excellent mother, Mrs. Hettie Barber, elsewhere in The Plaindealer. of this year. Thirty-four men have been put to death by mob violence since Jan. 1, 1915, the number being 13 more than the figures for the same period last year. Twenty-four of the men lynched were Negroes and 10 were white. Eight, or one-fourth of the total number took place in Georgia. Six of the Negroes and one white were charged with assaulting women. $$ \ddagger \ddagger $$ It us amusing indeed to see so many people who spend so little with us, attempting to tell us how to run the paper. About the only thing we need is money, not advice. ```markdown ``` The scibe ventured out a bit this week, and visited towns in water-soaked Missouri. You'll read about them. $$ \pm \pm \pm $$ Take interest in business enterprises. They are just as essential to our welfare as anything else. + + + In the state of Oklahoma, we have a large number of three month subscribers, whose time have expired, and these people are asked to send in their renewal at once. Send to Nick Chiles or Topeka Plaindealer, Topeka, Kansas. Don't put this matter off, but let us hear from you at once. ± ± ± In every town in Kansas, as well as the towns of other states, we are anxious to secure energetic agents; persons who are not only willing to "write but who will sacrifice and sell The Plainalealer. Let us hear from you. --- Miss Mable Camiger of St. Joe, Mo., entertained at a three course dinner, Tuesday afternoon, in honor of Miss Myrtle Reed of Colorado Springs. Those present were Misses Myrtle Reed, Ruth Endicott, Dorothy Watkins, Etta Shields and the hostess KANSAS CITY, KANSAS The U. B. F.'s and S. M. T.'s have been looking forward to a fine time when the Triennial Grand body convened in Kansas City, Mo., and they are now in their glory and lodges from this side are in attendance this week. The Sewing Circle of the Metropolitan Church had a nice meeting at the church. The Lycum rendered this program. (1) Music (2) prayer (3) Music (4) Current Events (5) Inst. Duet, Misses Florence Huges and Edith Rollins. (6) Discussion, "Is the World Growing Better?" The majority present thought that it was not but that Christianity was just as powerful as ever, but it is a test period for Christians to stand fast and unmovable and not give over to the many temptations. The subject for Friday, July 20th is, "What Persons of Other Races Have Done the Most For Us?" For August 6th, "Is the Majority of Our Race Advancing?" Mesdames J. T. Roberts and Patterson were taken to Edwardsville in an auto by thel: son and grandson last week. Miss Marie Johnson was a visitor to Groves Center at Edwardsville recently. Mr Blanco Crowley, who attended school in Ft. Scott, is visiting his aunt Mrs. P. C. Long at 719 Everett Ave. Mr. Olin Smith, of 608 Northup Ave. is head repairer at a wholesale implement Co. in K. C. Mo. The 8th St. Baptist Sewing Circle will give a program, Friday night at their weeks entertainment. Mr. Welton and others have a nice cafe on State between 5th and 6th St. Bishop Tyrree preached a lovely sermon at the A. M. E. church Sunday night and Wednesday night A minister from Iowa preached a fine sermon at the Metropolitan church Monday night. Mrs. Carroll went to Topeka this week. A typographical error made collection at 8th St Baptist church read $135, but it was only $35. Mrs. Roy Fulcher and baby have returned from their visit to Topeka. Air. and Mrs. J. H. Clayborn have moved into their pretty new bungalow of 6 rooms on Washington Blvd. They have a 25 foot front at their place and all modern improvements. They also have another 50 foot lot on this popular street and 25 ft. on Freeman Ave. Our people of our county are proud of Mr. and Mrs. J.G. Groves, one of the richest of our race west of the Mississippi River, with his 25 room mansion and 640 acres and his house on Troost Ave. K.C. also Mr. Wm. Price with his many houses; also Mr. Nat. Singletary with his 40 or 50 houses; Mr. Ollie Jackson with the finest brick house in the city. Dr. S. II. Thompson with his large 10 room veneered residence. Prof. A. J. Neoley with his large room veneered residence with 50 ft. modern improvements. Mrs Scales has the largest brick flat with 50 ft. and 2 or 3 other houses on Jersey Avenue. Judge I. F. Bradley with his 10 room frame with 50 ft.; Mr. G Bailey with his large modern frame on N. 6th St.; Mr. G. Plummer, on Troup Ave.; Mr. Green with two large frames and 50 ft. on Washington Blvd. and one on Freeman Ave.; Mr. T. Smith on Washington Blvd.; Mrs. M. C. Mathaws is said to have 75 ft. on Washington Blvd. and has a veneered house of 10 large rooms (when completed) and has 60 ft. at 11th and Oakland with a South and East corner front and a 6 room house.; Mr. O. B. Johnson has over 10 rooms in his large frame and has 44 ft.; There are many more lovely homes here but those on the Blvd are said to be the most expensive. Space will not permit us to speak of all. Miss Katherine Johnson made a good talk for the N. A. A. C. P. at the Metropolitan church Sunday. The members and friends raised $38 at the morning collection Sunday. It rained at night and the correspondent has not heard what the night's collection was. BETHEL, KANSAS Mr. Frank Sharp is on the sick list yet. Mrs. Ella Hovey and daughter, Miss Annie, have gone to California for the summer, and will visit the Exposition while there. Mr. Ed Ross and Ernest Morris of Kansas City, Mo., were the guests of friends here Saturday. Together with a number of friends we attended church services at the Zion A. M. E. church, at Horanif, Sunday, of which Rev. C. E. Enyard, is pastor, where we had a glorious and enjoyable time, spiritually and socially. In the forenoon, Rev. Nichols of the Bonner Springs church preached an able, soul stirring sermon, after which a bountiful basket dinner was given in the church yard. Afternoon, Rev. E. Bailey of the Rosedale church made an interesting talk, following a spiritual testimonial meeting which was full of the fire and Holy Ghost. Immediately after preaching, baptism was administered to five candidates. Mr. Henry Ewing made a short talk in the afternoon on the "Back To The Farm" movement. In the evening, Rev. Allen, of Kansas City spoke to the people. A large collection was lifted, and the meeting was a successful one in every way. Lots of the Holy Ghost, lots of friends who came from all over the surrounding country, plenty to eat, a good collection. Rev. Enyard wishes to thank those who made this possible, and hopes they will all come next time. Mrs. Jennie Robinson of Kansas City, visited her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Tolliver Thompson, Sunday. Please pay your subscription. The Topeka Plaindealer Established in 1909. FOR CHILES, ..... Editor THEO. BAUGMAN, Traveling Agent SUBSCRIPTION RATES. as Year.....$1.50 in Months.....1.00 use Months.....50 Overtizing Rates Per Month $2.00 Per Inch. shared at the Postoffice at Topeka as Second Class Mail Matter. We have had some dry weather here but rain came just in time to save the corn. Rev. Fields is filling the pulpit at Oak Grove now. Mr. C. S. Fowler and wife, Mr. George Fowler and son and brother, Frank Sundayed at Mrs. H. B. Rays Ruby Levels is spending the week with Goldie Ray. Mrs. J. H. Ganter is suffering with a cut foot. Mr. S. M. Ray is hauling wheat for Joe Shepherd. Mrs Hattie Ray, two daughters and son are visiting Grandma Cox, who is very ill at her home west of Lookeba. Miss Gertrude Webb spent the night with Goldie Ray and Ruby Levels. Rev. and Mrs. W. Fields visited the sick Tuesday evening. Rev. O. W. Winkfield returned from Watonga Tuesday. Rev. H. Beadle attended the baptizing at Anadarko Sunday. Mrs. Lula Webb is on the sick list Little Luther Ray visited his grandmother one day last week. VICTOR AND CRIPPLE CREEK COLO NEWS. Mrs. J. C. Carter of Cripple Creek is visiting in Denver. Mrs. and Miss Chambers are at home having spent two months in Denver. Owing to the wet weather the Beefsteak that was to be held at Stratton's was changed to a social gathering at the residence of Mrs. F. Hopkins on Irene St. Madam J. T. Hummond of Denver was a buisness visitor in the district last week. Mrs. Geo. Hardiman is again able to be up and around. Mr. James Carrothers was in the district accompanied by Mr. Daily of Denver. Mrs. Hopkins entertained Madam Hammond and Rev. Washington as dinner guests on last Sunday. Prof. W. R. Carter of Topeka. Kansas was a visitor in Cripple Creek last week. Mr. and Mrs. John Kimberling and Mrs. Hardiman of Cripple Creek, entertained in honor of Miss Edna Robinson, of Colo. Springs at the residence of Mrs. Kimberling on Friday evening. The Victormites who attended the party at Mrs. Kimberling forgot to watch the clock and missed the last car and was forced to stop in Cripple Creek. Mrs. Canty served breakfast for the crowd, after which they returned to Victor. Miss Edna Robinson of Little Lunnon, one of the cleverest young women who has visited Victor and Cripple Creek in many a day, Miss Robinson possesses a strong personality that makes her a great favorite. Miss Robinson has been extensively entertained during her stay here as the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Cotwell and son of 102 South 2nd St Victor. BROOKSVILLE, OKLAHOMA The St. John Baptist church of this city is beginning to prosper wonderfully with Rev. W. H. Borders as their new pastor. Rev. Borders is a young man, but since being lately called here, we find him an upright, efficient Christian gentleman, striving for all heights that tend toward the uphifting of the cause of Christ and the higher development of the race. The Sunday School was reorganized and both the Metoka and Galeda classes were established therein. The different divisions of the model B. Y. P. U. are doing a creditable work. The choir was reorganized with Prof. P. K. Taylor as instructor and we feel that we are now on our upward march and with our noble Borders to lead us we expect to reach the heights with palms of victory in our hands. Mrs. W. E. Grayson of Oklahoma City, Okla., is a visitor in the city, the guest of Mrs. E. M. McKnight. Father Stork called at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Peace a few days ago and left a fine baby boy. Brooksville is being favored with the annual District conference held with New Hope M. E. church, Rev. J. R. Brown as pastor. Many local churches are represented and a goodly number of delegates are present. An excellent literary program was rendered on Tuesday evening by the Sunday School and Allen Endeavor League. Among the many special numbers was the welcome address in behalf of the Baptist and young men of this city by Prof. Tuggle and Mr. Wm. Brooks. Mrs. E. McKnight made a flying trip to Shawnee Wednesday on business. A number of Brooksville people attended the E. O. D. convention of the Sunday School and B. Y. P. U. held with Pleasants Hill. Baptist church of Shawnee, Okla. An interesting profitable and well attended session is reported and we are glad to say that our worthy representative placed us on record as being a set of thinking and doing citizens inhabiting a colored town. We were also favored with honors by the convention, having our Prof. P. K. Taylor, as president; Miss J. E. McKnight, recording secretary; Miss R. H. Ervin, Treas. Miss J. E. McKnight opened summer school at Mt. Bethel School, Monday, July 19th. She reports a good enrollment. Bannaker High School will open, August 2nd. NOWATA, OKLAHOMA Mr. Charles Tucker left for Barrlesville last week. Mr. Lewis Barton is visiting in Fort Smith. Mr. Joe Daniels will visit in Joplin soon. Mesdames Holloway and Williams of Oswego, Kansas were here last week. Mr. Oscar Barton and ife visited in Wagoner last week. Mr. Henry Brown is reported on the sick list. Mrs. Cinda Lee left for Kansas City last week to attend the National Grand Lodge of U. B. F. and S. M. T. that meets in both Kansas Cities. The Joplin Orchestra visited here last week, en route for Cushing, Oklahoma. Mr. Gary Keys is on a fishing trip this week. Miss Mae Watson of Bartlesville was here visiting her mother last week. GODFREY, ILLINOIS. Sunday was fourth quarterly meeting day at Bethel Chapel. At 2 P. M., song; prayer by Rev. Chas. Young; scripture reading by Rev. John Comely of Alton; sermon by Rev. J. W. Tiff. the pastor in charge, text, Isiah 6:7 The meeting was well attended. The day was a stormy one but did not prevent the vehicles from coming out to the church; among the vehicles was one hay rack load of people from Alton and many buggies and carriages. Everyone present enjoyed the meeting. Miss Louise Hladman Myers left, July 14, for Terre Haute, Ind., to make an extended visit with her brothers George and Wm. Myers and family. Mrs. Lotta A. Isaac, High Priestess of Rocky Ford Tabernacle, No. 80 left Sunday to attend the grand session which convenes in Wound City, Ill., July 19th to the 23rd. Mr. and Mrs. John Hawkins of Delhigh spent Sunday the guest of Mr. Joe Green and family. Mr. Andrew Hindman of Alton spent last week the guest of his brother, Mr. Gio. Hindman Myers. Mrs. Mable Anderson has gone to St. Louis to visit friends. The writer is very glad to learn through the Plaindealer that Mrs. J. S. Chiles is improving. LA JUNTA, COLORADO. Mr. and Mrs. Miller of Warren- burg, Mo., who were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Smith of W. 1st St., left Sunday morning for Denver and other points in Colorado, en route home. Rev. E. Ramsey is foreman of the weed-cutting gang. The city is cleaning up the streets and alleys and Rev. Ramsey sees that the work is well done. Sunday's services at the A. M. I. church were well attended and col- lection in the increase. Mr. and Mrs. McCracken of Great Falls, Montana, who were visiting relatives here left for other points in Colorado, en route home. Mrs. C. Smith of W. 1st St. entertained a number of ladies Friday, July 16th in honor of Mrs. Miller of Warrensburg, Mo. The color scheme was laid in green and white. A large punch bowl sat on the dining table over which Mrs. Josephine Williamson presided. A large vase of cut flowers, sweet peas and pink and white carnations, held first place on the library table. A dainty three course luncheon was served. All departed declaring Mrs. Smith an ideal hostess. Rev. Ramsey preached for Rev. Render last Sunday evening. Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Ray, for merly of Newton, Kansas, are in the city for an indefinite stay. Mr. Ray is working on the post office building They are stopping at present with Rev. and Mrs. Reaves, 203 Smithland Ave. TIME TO MOVE ON A man in a suit and hat points at another man in a chair, who looks alarmed. A briefcase is on the floor in front of them. Agent—I'd like to sell you this automobile clock, sir. It's guaranteed not to lose time. Mr. Krusty—Well, you're losing time trying to sell it to me. JACKSON Mike—Phwat's come over Casey! He's bettin' every man he comes across that he'll live longer than him? Fat—Didn't yez bear about it? Sura, he bought two life preservers last week. c. 1910 Woman—The airshaft's out of order Janitor—What alls it? Woman—I can't hear a word that's being said in the apartment below 山口豊 Wife—What are you knowing at? Hubby—Here is the bill for that new hat of yours. NICE DISTINCTION D. Tommy—Say, pop, whata the difference between a talk and a conversation! Mr. Hienpeck—A whole heap. Your mother converses with visitors, but she talks to me. (First published in the Topeka Plaindealer, July 30, 1915.) NOTICE. TO CELIA MAY PHIPPS AND VESTA SMITH: You will take notice that a petition has been filed and suit commenced in the District court of Shawnee County, Kansas, by Annie M. Greenwood against you and Frank Phipps to cancel a certain contract for the sale of Lots 504 and 506 on Garfield Avenue in Elmhurst Addition to the City of Topeka, in Shawnee County, Kansas, signed by said plaintiff and Frank M. Phipps and Celia May Phipps, and that you must answer said petition on or before the 11th day of September, 1915, or said petition will be taken as true and judgment rendered against you, canceling said contract and enjoining you from ever claiming any interest in said contract or said real estate, and for costs of suit. HAZEN & PAGE, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Attest: C. W. Bowers, Clerk of District Court. (First Published July 23, 1915.) In the District Court of Shawnee County, Kansas. ADA B. PARSONS, Plaintiff, vs. No. 29,571. MARION L. PARSONS, Defendant. NOTICE. NOTICE. To the above named defendant, Marion L. Parsons: You will hereby take notice that you have been sued for divorce in the above entitled cause by your wife, Ada B. Parsons; that unless you answer or otherwise plead to the petition filed therein by the tenth day of September, A. D., 1915, the said petition will be taken as true and judgment rendered against you according to the prayer thereof, divorcing said plaintiff from you, the said defendant, and giving plaintiff the custody and control of your minor children. ADA B. PARSONS. Plaintiff. HARVEY & ADDINGTON, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Attest: C. W. BOWER, Clerk of the District Court. (First Published July 23, 1915.) In the District Court of Shawnee County, Kansas. vs. No. 29,568. ORA M. SWITZER, Defendant. NOTICE. To the above named defendant, Ora M. Switzer: You will hereby take notice that you have been sued for divorce in the above entitled cause by your wife, Teresa M. Switzer; that you must answer the petition filed therein by the tenth day of September, A. D., 1915, or the said petition will be taken as true, and judgment rendered against you according to the prayer thereof divorcing said plaintiff from you. TERESA M. SWITZER, Plaintiff. HARVEY & ADDINGTON, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Attest: C. W. BOWER, Clerk of the District Court. (First Published in The Topeka Plaindealer July 16, 1916.) In the District Court of Shawnee County, Kansas. ANNA BINGHAM, Plaintiff, vs. Nov 29,548. WILLIAM H. BINGHAM, Defendant NOTICE. To the above named defendant, William H. Bingham; You will hereby take notice that you have been sued for divorce in the above entitled cause by your wife, Anna Bingham; that you must answer the petition filed therein by the first day of September, A. D., 1915, or the said petition will be taken as true, and judgment rendered against you according to the player thereof, divorcing said plaintiff from you. ANNA BINGHAM, Plaintiff. 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TO OUR SUBSCRIBERS, REPORTERS AND AGENTS: For the part 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. P We Deliver. R & SON, and Retail d Sherbets. le Butter." TOPEKA, KANSAS. University... Department, KANSAS, ning of young men and les, Agriculture and Music. Buildings, Steam Heat, Library. Literary, Normal Careful attention given to here and Y, WOOD WORK, IRON NCES, TAILORING, AG- BUSINESS COURSE and locations taught. (31) graduates turned out ogue. Address— AMS, Registrar, KANSAS. 13th, 1915. YOUR COOK ERVE et Ham Breakfast. sweet and delicious; and hard muscles, and nourish the brain. Topека by Packing Co. Plaindealer! Baughman Brothers, TOPEKA, KANSAS. Wholesale and Retail Dealers in Ice Cream, Manufacturers of High Grade SODA WATER. Tel. 3040. 23rd and Lincoln St. W. M. Johnson, FOR Second Hand Furniture HOUSEFORD GOODS BOUGHT AND SOLD. Dentor in 2 Second Hand Clothes and Shoes. 1198 Lincoln St. Topeka, Kane. Mina Nilso rate Si [eg hah ea Ny Fa heh areal Saag ete oe ie He A BPS ATI a Ry RL ON 8 + at Np e pete ee SE, 37 FE PAysretcgtee et Sp a DIO RYT Galt Mage pea ae Safe eB y2, 3 eet ays, : . , “e : + ee ve e a Fee ST ee nnn —sesessessS“(‘ i‘? LL + ¥ a Socialand-Other Topeka Happenings. Mrs, Besheats is very i) at het home. oo Miss Mable Gleed of Lawrence is visiting In the city. —o— Mire, Scott Davis is quite ill at her home on Kansas avenue, — Miss Edna Ford of Kansas City is the guest of her sister, Mrs. George Hegg. —— Mrs, 12a Spotts Rhodeman, who was reccitly taken to Christ hos. pital for treatment, Is doing nicely. oo Mrs. S. F. Malone, city welfare worker, was in Kansas City last Sunday cn business connected with her duties. —~ Mr. P, C. Thomas ts attending the national session of the U, 3, F. and 3, M. T. at Kanses City this week. 1 Mtes —_— * Mrs, Powell of Joplin, Mo., spent a week in the city and was the guest last Saturday of Rev. and Mrs, W. W. Ewing. —o— Rev, W. W. Ewing was the of- ficiating clergyman of the mariage of Miss Alice Anderson and Mr. R. W, Rucker July 20th. —— Mr. Wm. Grizzard has opened a new cafe and raloon at 1709 E. 12th St, Kansas City, Mo. He also has a lunch stand in connection, The ladies of the Third Baptist church ate preparing for a “grown. up” people's concert some time in the near future. Watch for date, — Rev. W. W. Russell, field secre. tary for the Western Baptist con. vention, after an extensive trip over the field, is home for a few days. — fev. Franklin, a former pastor of the Third Baptist church, was in the city this week and preached for Rev. Ewing last Sunday morning. ~— | Mrs, Andrew Harris of Kansas) City is spending a few days in the city, guest of her mother and sister, Mrs. Scott Davis and Miss Cleo Geraldyne Morgan. —o ‘The Civic Improvement club, a re- cently organized club held an ine teresting and highly beneficial meet- ing on Thursday evening of last week at the residence of Mr. A. A. New- ~~ Mrs. Clarence Davis entertained a number of friends at s thimble party recently ot her home in Fill. more street in honor of Mrs. Geo. Lee and Miss Ruth Harper of Hele ena, Mont, —— Mrs. Louise Allen Parker lett Monday evening for St. Louis, Mo., on a visit, She will spend a day at Kansas City taking in the sights of the naticnal session of the U. B. F. and S, M, T. lodges. — Mrs, M. Matley, Hon. Henry I. Monrve, Prof, R. H. Wade, and Mr, Burrell Pope are in Leaven- worth this week attending the grand session of the Knights of Pythias and Couit of Calanthe orders, —_ Mrs. Henrietta Martin, dressmak- ing, class from to 12 and 1 to 4 o'clock each Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday, 832 Kansas avenue, Phone $608, 50 cents a fesson; bring your own goods and make your own dress, Mr, and Mrs. Roy Anderson re- turned Inst Sunday night from Pleasant Sill, Mo., where they were called cn account of the death of Mr, Anderson's father, Mr, and Mrs, Anderson spent a day at Jol. den, Mo,, with Mrs, Anderson's parents. - Mr, 1, A, Graves, a prosperous ‘We need money and need it bedly In the running ef eur busines, — 7 Misa Waunebia Webb of Kansas City spent the week end in the city, the guest of Misa Katherine Barker, — Miss Maude Glover spent the week end in the city, the guest of Mrs. Geo. Walker and Miss (Katherine Barker, oe Mrs. Lamberson and Mrs, North. Ington were among the delegates that attended the meeting of the Mite Missionary Society jn Lawrence ast week. _ Mr. W. M. Johnson and Mr. Fred M. Ware attended the Grand Session of District Lodge, No. 12, G. U, 0. of O. F., held last week at Salina and report s splendid session. —— WANTED: To buy, lease or reat a well-established restaurant or pool hall. Anyono who has such, can dis. pose of same by writing W. M. Du- gan, 316 5. Delaware St., Nowata, Oklahoma, —o Miss Claudia Quarles and sister, Mrs. Ross of Kansas City, Mo., are visiting friends in the city, While here they are guests of their uncle, Rev. N. L. Smith, pastor of the C. M, E, church, —o— Mra, Henrietta Martin, dresemak- Ing, olasg from ® to 12 and 1 to 4 e’clock each Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday, 832 Kansas avenue, Phone 8608. 86 cents a lesson; bring your own goeds and make your ewn dress. —— Mrs, Taylor, wife of Rev. Taylor ‘of Atchison attended the meeting of the Mite Missionary Society in Law. rence, after which she stopped over {a Topeka, the guest of Mrs. Ridley, en route to Colorado Springs. Her two sons and daughter accompanied ner. -— Miss Katherine Barker was hostess to about thirty-five gueats, at a porch party, Monday evening at her home on Hancock, The guests of honor were Misses Waunebla Webb and Maude Glover of Kansas City, and Miss Alice Woodson of Memphis. Tennessee, — Misses Alice and Minerva Wood. son of Memphis, Tenn,, and Miss Layton of Philadelphia were guests of honor at a breakfast given by Miss Mattie Bradshaw at her home on Quincy street, The other guests were Mra, C. G, Fishback, Misses Gertrude Solomon, Bessie Haynes, Eula Ridley, Nellie Ellis and Mra, C. Bradshaw, oO The colored churches of North To. peko, under the leadership of Rev. W. VM. Martin, D, D., of St. Mark, A. M. E, church, will hold a grand emancipation celebration at the City Park, on Wednesday, Aug. 4th. There will be a street parade. after which prominent men of both races will discuss the issues of the diy, The main feature of the occasion will be a big basket dinner, —— man, 1325 Van Buren, Many topics of vital interest were discussed and plans laid for the future advance. ment of all jaw abiding citizens, The next meeting will be with Mr. Geo. Yost, 1306 Monroe street, August 3rd, at which arrangements will be completed for a picnic, Aug. 7th. All members, their wives and ftiends are earnestly requested to be prese ent, The picnic will be held at Gage’s patk, Henry Edmonds, pre- sident; Seneca Reynolds, Sec'y, — Last Tuesday afternoon, the twelve American Beauties organized a club, at the home of Miss Eva Phillips. The following officers were elected: Helen Beck, ptes.; Thelma Chiles, vice pres.; Josephine Cunningham, Sec'y,; Francis Hayes, usst. sec’y.; Sylvia Newman, tieas,; Gladys Beck nest, treas,; Katherine Newman, cstnstas ta Patlantne tinearac. ntinental je «in Bulk, Bricks or Fancy Designs.. Dainty and Delicious. Shipped Everywhere. BEATRICE CREAMERY CO., Topeka, - - - Kansas. See See a Sree 9 In speaking of “WHO ,PAYS?’ Mr. H. O. abbott, maneger o! The Apex Theatre, enys: “I have heard more favorable comments or our new serial than on any other picture produced since we have been in the business. Three of the up. to.date avenue managers have voluntarily congratulated me or booking thls series, and have de. clared jt to be the very finest they have ever seen, Each episode ts in Uhree full reels and is a complete atory in itrelf, There are twelve in all, each dealing with some vital question of modern life. Another fine feature about the series is that it Is entirely different from anything that we have ever shown and gets completely away from the beaten path. I have tried In every way possible to give an idea of how magnificent this series really {s, but all that I have said and can can’t begin to convey a true impression of the merits of the production. 1 would like for every one of our pa- trons to see the first chapter next Monday night and be the judge. 1 will go further than that: I will guarantee that you will like it and if you do not we will refund your admission fee. I have read the ad. vance notices of nearly all the plo tures released duting the last thirty- two month and have found none 80 unanimously strong in praise of any picture or pictures as “WHO PAYS?” The series opens Monday, Avg. 2, and continues for twelve weeks, Three selected reels of Universal films will be shown with each chapter, making in all six splendid reets each Monday.—Adv. PHYSICIANS AND SURGEONS DR. J. M, JAMISON—827 Madiso St. Special diseases. Phone 959, ———— DR. J. LOUIS RANSOM; Physician and Surgeon, 409 Kan*as Ave. Phone 4265, + Office Hours: 9:30 to 12 a. m.; 2:00 to 5:00 p. m.; 7:30 to 9:00 even- ing. Sundays by request. —_————— OFFICE HOURS: 9 a. m, to 12 m, 2 p.m, to 5:80 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 721 Kansas Ave.—Tl. 3987, Res, 1883 Monroe St—Teh. 3987 R. 2. | (mMce hours: 9:80 to 10:P: ¥ e+ DR. THADDEUS P. MARTIN Physician and Surgeon, Phone 3608, 832 Kenses Ave. Residence: 1026 Buchanan St. Residence Phone; 3608 R. 2. Tel. 774 Res—774 Ring 3 OLIVER A. TAYLOR, M. D. Physician and Surgeon, Office; 334 Kansas Av., over Gibler’r Drug Store, across from Throos Hotel. Calls answered Night and Day—Res. 1585 Van Buren St. DR. W. ROGER RUSSELL, DENTIST. All Werk Gwarartesd te Give oo » Matisfaction,. .. $38 Kanses Av. Phowe 1437 ABy persen writing this offs fe tafértnation will please send stomps if an answer is expected, Mra, Anna Farris entertained Jast Thursday in honor of the Twelve American Beauties, The party was given at the beautiful home of Mil. dred Parker, 1121 Locust, Thote Present were, Misses Francis Hayes, Sylvia Newman, Lena Smiley, Gladys Beck, Hortense Ridley, Irene Turner, ‘Katherine Newman, Eulsh Davis, Norine Rolling, Teresa Barker, Mil. derd Parker, Helen Beck, Dorothy Odell, Jorephine Cunningham, Olivia Smith, Elsie Greene and Thelma Chiles; Messrs, Aaton Greene, Jack Odell, Chauncey Jackson, Morris Brown, es About 15 young couples assembled on the grounds of the Buchanan school, last Tuesday evening, July 27th, and there boarded a hay-rack and journeyed to Gage's‘park. It was one of the jolliest events of the season, At the park, a dainty “spread” was made, and to say the young people did it justice, is putting it lightly, They then boatded the rack for the city, and in the wee hours of morn, the remnants of what was a jolly bunch could be seen, wearily plodding their way towards home, tired but happy, and well pleesed with the evening's outing, The out of town guests present were Mrs. Ross, Miss Claudia Quarles. Miss Edna Ford and Mr. Herbert Smith, all of Kansas City, —o- Master Roland Bennett arrived in the city this week to visit his mother, Mra. Esther Bennett, —— People whe do net receive this pa- per promptly and regularly, please write this office. q The Churches BROWN CHAPEL CHURCH. (Rev. B. R. Ross, Pastor.) Sunday morning was rather 1 gloomy morning; despite the showers the Sunilay School was well attended At 11 A. M., selection by the choir; prayer by Brother Eli Wl. liams; selection by choir; scripture fesson, St. Luke, 4:1-16. rend by Rev. A. DeMoss, The pastor being absent, Rev. DeMons deli ered a very scholarly sermon, using as og sub. ject, “We have a building of God,” text, 2 Cor, 5:1, ‘The A. C. Leasue fesson Jed by Miss Arlene Davidson. At BP, M,, selection by choir; Prayer by Brother II, C. Camptell; scripture lesson, rend by Rev. A, De Moss; sermon by pastor Rons, subject, “If Thou wilt, ‘Thou cans't make me whole,” text, St. Muth 230. Mrs, Geo, Harily iy now with the sick, ’ Aunt Lucy Chiles Js much improv. ed at this writing. | Mrs, Donneley und Russ wers the gucets of Misa Janie Alexander while attending the Mite Missionary con. vention in Lawrence last week, Mr, Will Greene is rapidly improv. ing, Miss Willa Lee Holmes niece of Mra, James Adams on Washington street, arrived Tuesday evening from North Carolina for an extended visit, Kev, Ross made u burried trip to HIN City and Nicodemus lust week on business, ‘ Miss Willa B, Majors of Osawa tomle was the guest of re, Ee Ross the first of the week. Rey, 1, B Chiles spent a few hours Saturday afternoon at the Mise sionary convention in lave en route to Rock Valley to hold his quarterly meeting, Mrs, Rosa Javkson, 129 N, Van Buren Ftrest served a 6 o'clock dine ner Tuesday in honor of Mre, Willa PASSED To A HIGHER LIFE) Mra, Nancy Phillips, beloved wife of Mr. James W. Phillips, died on the morning of the 24th at the fam. ly home in this city at 6:30, The news of her demise was teceivd with deep sorrow by the citizens of both races, Mrs, Phillips was one of thore grand old ladies who was ever doing something for the upilft and happiness of mankind, She distribu. ted joy and sunshine to black and white and was greatly loved by 2 wide circle of warm friends and ac. quaintance, Mra, Phillips was a pioneer Kansan having settled in the state fifty years ago. She was s faithful Christian and one of the charter members of Saint John A. M. E, church, Ohituary, Miss Nancy E. Lipscomb was born March 22, 1853 in Winchester, Tenn She came to Kansas when a git! and {n August 1874, was married to Jas, W. Phillips. Born to this uniop were two daughaers, Evelyn and Lil. Kan. Evelyn has resided with her parents here in Topeka and Lillian ‘was married to Mr. Charles Allen and lives at Gary, Ind. Besides her ‘husband and two daughters, Mrs. Phillips is survived by two sisters. She was a devoted Christian woman, a lovéng, kind mother and a feithfu} and dutiful wife, making a cheer. ful home. For many years she had not been well but she bore her long sickness with wonderful patlence and was always mindfful of others. She will be missed by a wide circle of friends. Majot» of Osavatomla, Covers were laid for seven, Mrs, Willa Majors, Rey. and Mra, B. R. Ross, Miss Espanola Ross, Mr. Harry William» Mr, and Mrs, Jackson, Please bear in mind the 4th and last quarterly meeting, Aug. Ist. ‘There sill be room for you and your frend, Mr. Christian will move his fanuly to Kansas City, the last of this week. Mr, Robert Bell ix in Kansas City this week on business. The Senior Lathes are prpating to have a drill soon, Come ye out, and see them, See bills later, Rev, Ross spent Tuesday afternoon at the Topeha Industrial Institute. Rev, W. W, Russel scems very lad to be among his friends at home aguin, after an absence of abouy 6§ months, Mr, Adolps Hubbard is remodcling his home on Wu-hington atreet. ‘Ihe band concert was Indeed a success at Washington school ground on Tuesday evening, ‘lhe ladies realized quite a sum, Jackson's band played, | Mr, Allen Jenkits will accompany his sister, Mrs, Luella Johnson as far us Kansas City, Saturday, en route to Belmont, Mo, Mrs, Lannie {Williams has be. turned from Katsus City, Mo, She reports a nice yirit. We are ylad to hnow that Mr. D, D, Hope was again elected treasurer of the endowment acpartment of the Grant Jodge of the Odd Fellows, He in the right man In tho right place. Miss Lizzie Larkin is still confined to her bed, | We are glad to see Mra, Lizzle Moss able 10 Le out again, after une dergoing sush a dangerous operation, NOTES PROM HERE AND THERE Mr, Samuel Lewis and Mr, Rollie Stewart of Garden City, Kamas, who are at Plains, Kansae now were most highly entertalned by an elaborate party, Joly 16th, eee ‘The Masonic celebration and In. ternational Grand Masters Council is about at art end in Detroit, Michi; gan &nd Grand Master, E, J. Haws kins of Prince Hall Grand Lodge has the honor of being elected to at office In the Council and appointed on one of the principal committees. eee Mr. and Mrs, Harry Brown of Miltonvale spent a few hours visit. ing friends in Manhattan, en route to Salt Lake Citr, woe Theodore Jones and Shirley Hamile ton of Lawrence entertained about, QM friends at the residence of Mrs, Cloud, after which a delicious lunch was served in honor of their cousin, Mr, and Mrs. H. A. Brown of Mil. tonvale, Kansas, Mrs. Brown was formerly Misa C. Myrlyn Hamilton of Lawrence, eee Mr, and Mrs, Harry A. Brown of Miltonvale stopped off in Denver, visiting Mrs. Brown's cousin, Miss Ethel Fitchue, en route to Salt Lake City. * eee There was a surprise birthday, party given in horor of Miss Viola Stevenson at the home of her parents In Dover, Oklahoma, July 17, 1915, for her 2ist anniversary, The sur. rounding community were present. The evening was spent in various games, after which music was fur. nished and a dainty repast was ser. ved, The table was decorated with violet and pink and a large birthday bell was suspended from the chandee Vier to the center of the table. We must say that Miss Stevenson is one among the many young ladies of this community that we are proud of as well as her parents and wish her many such happy birthdays to come. eae Sister Winnle Jane Woodyard, de= ceased waa born in Lincoln county, Kentucky, Dec, 19, 1843, depatted this life, July 14th, 1915, at Weather ford, Okla,, at the age of 71 years, 7 months and 15 days. She profes. sed a hope in Christ about"43 years ago; She leaves two daughters, three sisters and three brothers, 8 grand children and a host of friends to mourn her loss. eee. On the night of July 24th, the colored ladies of Dalton, Mo., had = box nupper for the A. M. E, church at the bluffs about two and one-half miles northwest of Dalton, for their pastor, Rey. J, Meadows. The net sum feulized was $10.05. CLOVER LEAF CASUALTY CO, MAKING PROGRESS. Ameng the number of insurance companies doing business in the U. S., I believe I would make no mise take if I should say, there is none making greater progress than the Clover Leaf Casualty Co., located at Jacksonville, Ill, Having $100,000 capital bebind them, and doing business in the vark ous states In the Union and with their liberal contracts, [ see no reas fon why it should not become one of the leading companies in the United States, Not only do they do a tree meniious business with the white people, [ om in a position to truth fully say, that owing to their faire ness, the volume of business they are doing with the colored people ip surprising to the most sanguine. ‘The people of the country and es- pecially of Saint Louis, leek upon the Clover Leaf Casualty Ce. as being exceptionally fair to colored men and women of ability. They have 7. appelnted two colored men District Managers and one worthy colored weman as cashier; something unparalleled in the annals of insurance, se far as we have been able to Jearn. Thir business mtthods in the ad- Justment of their claims in addition to the other features above mentioned should not only command attention, but the unswerving support of oun people especially, (Signed) E. HAWKINS, District Manager of the city of St. Louls and Clerk ef St. Pauls A. M, E Church. For information about eur potleies call on or address, E. L. Mitchell, State Agent or J. W. McGuire, Gene eral Agent, 431 New England Build- ing, Topeka, Kansas, | NOTICE—The National Congress of Mot"ers and the Parent-Teachers Association to Meet at St. Louls, * The next session of the National Congress of Mothers and the Parent- Teachers Association for colored women has been changed from Kan. sas City, Mo. to St. Louis, Mo., Aug, 29-31, 1915. President, Mrs, Josie B, Hall Doyle. Texas; corres- ponding secretary, Mrs, J, &. Boyd, 3703 Munger avenue, Dallas, Tex.; ehairman of extension committee, Mrs, M, L. Brookins, 111 Seuth Seventh St., McAlester, Okla. 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It takes you by the door of the State Penitentiary at Lansing, Kas, the National feldiers’ Home, Ft, Leavenworth, ang both the Federal and Military peieons and many other important sight-seeing places, Carg leave Kansas City every hour on the even hour from 6 a. m. te 10 p. m,; last car leaves Kansas City at 11:30 p, m. except Satur- day night, last car leaves at 12 o'clock midnight. Car, leaves Leavenworth, Kansas, every hour on the half from 6:30 & m, to 10:30 p. m. except Saturday ang Sunday nights the last car feave, at 12 o'clock midnight, ° * The Kansas Cily-Westemn Railway Co e Buy Your Lodge Supplies From the --Big Negro Firm -- THE | OVE Regalia Company GEO. W. K. LOVE, President. 2418 Flora Avenue. 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To Pittsburg eubseribers of th Plaindealer; As our city has bee: without a correspondent for a weel or two, we have not been represente: but the new correspondent promise: in the future, news and will appre clate your cooperation. , Rev. Albert Louis has a broker ‘arm. He Is getting along nicely. Mr, S. Scales died on the nigh of Jily 15, He leaves a wife, fou sons and a host of friends to mourt his loss. Mr. W. M, Caldwell, [s numberec among the sick. Mr. Lioyd Cole and Miss Annie Cole of Kansas City, Mo. were here to attend the funeral of Mr, Scales. The Chautauqua given by Bethe! A. M. E. church the past week ending with q program by the nor: mal students, was 8 guccess and well attended, Mr. and Mrs, Odis Lockhart of Es 15th St., are the proud parents of a fine baby girl. The Ald Society of Mt. Hebron Baptist church had thelr annual pic. nic, Friday, July 16. They motored to a fine fishing spot. Each report- ed a enjoyable time and @ good catch The Mission Circle of Mt. Hebron met Thursday afternoon at Mrs. H, C. Cole, 309 W. 11th St. Miss Mamie Cole of Carthage, Mo, was visiting in Pittsburg, Sunday, the guest of her brother, . Miss Sara Cobb attended a birth. day party in Croweburg, Saturday evening. Miss Delilah Lowery of Leaven- worth, is attending normal here, the guest of Mra. W. B. Cobb and ‘her sister Mrs. H. Hunt of Croweburg. Dr, I. T. Keating, of Western University was in the city, Sunday, in the interest of the school. Miss Ione Allison of McAlester, Oklahoma, yisited in Pittsburg a few days, the guest of Miss Sara Cobb ond Mrs, White, Mrs. Hallie White left Sunday for Salina to attend the Grand Lodge. Rev. J, T. Elias and many others will leave for Parsons, Thursday to attend the Association. IIUTCHINSON, KANSAS. The Sunday Schools of the city gave a picnic Thursday at Carey's patk, Refreshments were prepared on a large scale and the large crowd which was present had an ideal out- ing. Booker T. Washington will speak in the city August Sth at an Eman. cipation picnic given by the Peoples Civic League st Riverside Park; a number of other distinguished people from around the state have been secured to be present upon this oc. casion and a grand time is gnticipat. ed. A rally will be given at the C. M, E. church Sunday for church purposes, Rev. Wilson asks the general public to be present and help make this a successful affair. Josephine Boyd, the hittle seven year old daughter of Mr. and Sirs. Ralph Boyd fell and broke her leg in two places which was quite severe and painful, She recovered from the shock and is getting along nicely. Mr. T. W, Gannaway of Pratt visited friends in the city, Rev, and Mrs, N, H, Jeltz of Abbeyville motored to the city. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Taylor of Lyons spent a few days visiting in the city, Mr. Robert Price of Emporia is visiting friond@ in the city, en route to Denver, Prof. Carter of Western Tushe- gee, Topeha, was here in the interest of his school, Presiding Elder Jacobs of Kansas City spent a few hours in the city. A surprise party was given by the members and friends of the Second Baptist church honming Rev. and Mrs, Allen which was g tangble remembrance showing the high es- teem with which the pastor is held. At the country home of Mr, and Mrs, John Thomas @ number of young people were present at a plc- nic party which was a rare treat, We ate pleased to note that Mr, G. M. Harrison was elected as Grand Most Noble Governor of the Order of Odd Fellows which met at Salina, Rev. J, C. Rogers who visited at Abilene has returned home. KAN —KANSAS CITY—MO (Left over last week.) Mr. C. P, Heath of Chicago, Ilt,, is the guest of Prof. J, D. Bowser and wife, 2400 Paseo, Kansas City, Mo, Prof, Wm, Pickens, Ex-president of the University of Texas, stopped over in Kansas City, Mo., en route 1o Baltimore, Md,, where he has ac- cepted a position as president of the University there. Mrs, Louize M, Tray of Dayton, Ohlo, Is in the city to spend the summer with her sister, Mra, J. D, Bowser, Miss Myrtle Bell of St, Louis, Mo., after spending a month ia Kansas City, Aansas, the guest of her aunt, Mrs. Horace Dwiggins, 852 Oakland Ave., Kansas City, Kens., and friends in the twin cities has re- turned pome and reports a delight. ful visit. A number of social func. tlons were given in her honor. Mrs. Grace Dicektson of Kansas City, Mo. ia vialting her parents in Denver, Colorado, Mrs, J. J. Allen of Kansas City, Mo., is visiting her mother in St. Louts, Mo, Flossie Patterson of Indianapolis, Ind., niece of Mrs, James Bryant, 2407 Highland, Kansas City, Mo., was called home by the illness of her mother, Mre, Bessie Brown of St. Louis, Mo., was the guest of het brother in law and wife, Mr. and Mrs, John. ston Brown, 21 N, 9th St., Kansas City, this week, Miss Bertha Smith, 830 Oakland, Kansas City, Kansas is spending the summer in Denver, Colo, ton, Nick Chiles, Editor of The Topeha Plaindealer was in the twin cities on business this week. Prof, Grisham was honored and presented a loving cup by Lincoln High School Alumni, Kansas City, Mo., and a fine program rendered and a reception tendered him at the Paseo Y. M. C. A., Monday evening The general public was invited and a high tribute was shown him by the people of Kansas City, Mo. Mrs, Agnes Johnston, 1222 Wood~ land, Kansas City, Mo., left for the const and will make eeveral stops to visit friends, Y. W. C, A. fs having a cam. paign for new members. They are beautifully located In the new quar. ters at 9th and Nebraska Ale., Kansas City, Kansas. Bishop Tyree preached at 8th St., A. M, E, church, Sunday and lec. tured there Wednesday night to a large audience. A large delegation Jeft Kansas City, Mo., for the Grand Chapter, 0. E. S, at St, Louls, this week. A large delegation left Kansas City, Kansas this week for Salita, Kansas for the Grand Lodge of Odd Yellows and Household of Ruth. Mrs, L J, Maddux and son, 819 Freeman Ave., Kansas City, Kansas visited Jn Eacelsiot Springs, Mo., Sunday. Mr. Tucher of Oklahoma City, Obla., en route to the Panama Ex position at California stopped over in Kansas City, Konsas. While here he was the guest of his sister in law and family, Mrs. J. J. Lewis, 817 Onohland Ave., Kansas City, Kansas, Miss Mamie Stella Casey of St, Louis, Mo., and Miss Brown of Mont. gomery, Ala., visited friends in the twin cities last week, en route to the exposition at California. Mrs. W. A. Jarrett, 923 Free. man Ave., Kansas City, Kansas has returned home after spending seveta? weeks in Springfield, Mo. Mrs, Fred Fitchue, 816 Treeman, Kansas City, Kansas, has been ill for several weeks. Mrs. Scales, sister of Mrs. W. A. Jarrett, is in Springfield, Mo., on business, Rev. John Gordon of Fayette, Mo.. stopped in Kansas City, Kansas to see his mother, en route to the Wes- tern Baptist convention at Spring. field, Mo., iast week. WICHITA, KANSAS, Sirs, Glessener E, Troutt of 1216 N. Mosley St., entertained Wed. nesday evening of Jost week July 21st, in honor of her mother Mrs. Emma McCoullough and Mrs, Bet- tie Troutt of Bentonville, Arkansas, her husband's mother, who is here visiting relatives and fr’ends, Snap Dragons nnd Rose Geran jums wete the decorations for the tables, Japanese Ianterns for jights sandwiches, ice cream, cahe and sherbet were served to the followihg ladies, Mrs, Dousher, Mrs. E. Har- dy, Mrs. Neeley, Mrs, Brown, Mrs. Yates, Mra Barker, Mrs. McBride Mrs. Tields, Mrs A, E. Tyler of Topeha, Mrs Emma McCoullough Mra. Austin, Mrs. Trusley, Mrs. Bettie Troutt of Bentonville Arkan. gas, Mrs, Katherine Garrett and | sister-In law, Mrs, Garrett, Mrs. Dors Tipps. Mrs Emma Walker Mrs, Balance, Mrs, Tucker, Mrs, King, Mrs. Blanchard, Mrs. Under- wood, Mrs, Tasko, Mrs, Glessener EB, Troutt and Mrs, Roberts, Musle was furnished by the follow. ing ladies: Mrs, Eliza Hardy at the piano, Mrs, G, E. Troutt and Mra, Ada E, Tyler of Topeka at the Graphaphone, Everyone reported a nketime, Mrs,A,E.Tyler formerly lived in Topeka, but now resides in Wichita, Kansas, and js engaged in the Beauty Culture Business, When in Wichita give her a trial. You can find her at 152 N, Mosley St. A, E, Tyler Reporter, MY CANDY SHOP, 22th and Vine St., Kansas City, fo. Bell pbone 4866 East—3Iome phone 4233 East. ‘This is the place to buy first class candies, fruit, ice cream and soda water, Give this place a call.—Adv. Catalogue of the Free! Free! Freetisessi.tt AGENTS WANTED! FINE CREOLE HAIR en a ‘FI i) ae ‘ ’ ian 7 4 y ‘ . rd eine aa a car ca ts : ie . a + ie 5 ’ es oan x ; 7 ae Ce F s : 7 (rar We are the largest dealers ba =i ; crete Hat Gone Rew tate ee ty the pound; Electric Combs, eee mn, tte» in thie country. We shew é Gea ta larger variety of st\tcs aad | aaa os - sell more uae Gresle ae cal than other wi: rec meme La sd in the United States Write ee for Catalogue, iT IS FREE! SAM WILLER, P.O. Box 298, HUMAN HAIR GOODS CO., 20 Inch Creole Switches 2 Shreveport, La, Eech; 24 Inch 50e Each, Renting fe TIP MAGIC IS Qintee oe) ASHAMPOO + fm] BMAGIC pace soe SER SSS ee ANN aR MaAILEDesyaranrsmusstec ie ADS ND MONEY BY POST OFTICE MONEY OFPOR wav Dy: ciciress ofl letters to Mask Shampeo Dries Coo z 3 : a eee ee & BEAUTIFUL READ OF NAIR 18 A LADY'S CROWNING CLORY.—And every lucy cam nave It [f ehe will use the Magie, The Magie will dry the hair after a shampoo or bith, aod straighten the curiieet head of halz, It willalso otimulateits grewth. Th: Aluminiom Comb cass met fajure the halr, becaues {t is never heated direct, but takes its heat from the heating bar which 1s heated on eur Alehohs! Hester, or any other heater, We sdvise tbe use of Hazes’ Hslr Pomada Best on the market. Price per box, be, Alcohol Heater, price 8. Liberal terms to ageate e Write fre Iiteratare today. MAGIC SHAMPOO DRIER COMPANY, MINNEAPOLIV, MINNESOTA Stonestreet & Son, Undertakers i nd Funeral Directors. aes ay. We carry one of the fneat lines of efit een ur UNDERTAKING GOODS ESE Sets ph in the State. We never skcp. Three eS Goo, Licensed Embalmers in altendance, ckahs . 636 Quiney St. — ‘Phone 52 j Oldest Negro Regalia Firm! Order of Twelve, Heroines of Jericho, Eas- tern 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., | 1217 Woodland Ave. Kansas City. Mo. 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 DOCTORS OR HOT SPRINGS | S. D. LYONS, 310 E. 2d St. Oklahoma City, Okla. The Topeka Pure Milk Co. Established 1903. Wholesale and Retail Hienz Ice Cream, Gilt Edge Butter, Milk and Cream. Phones 537-1411. Topeka, Kansas, IF YOU WANT Good Ice Cream or Ices Call on Special Prices to Church Scott Bros, sey gusty ane Commercial Buttermilk. Phone 622. Cor. 4th and Taylor Sts. Topeka, Kans, ‘y Read The Plaindealer. ~~ A ui I Oe 4246 WEST BELLE PLA * @AINT LOUIS, —!— MussbUR, #@ WILL PAY YOU TO INVESTI- GATE THE OXFCRD SYSTEM, We lead the world in ing hale -_ begttying the ekia, eee One thouiand more towns to be tak- Will you help ua? Fe will teach you to treat and teach wthere to grow hair aad beautify the BVO Wii 1e8CR YOU 60 thea, Bnd teats wthere to grow hair aad beautify the tn, ‘ Z 925,00 Home Training Course Freat Gara from $15.00 te $25.00 per week— at bome. Diploma given, ‘Write today to our Home Training Department, Don’t wait! Be ready fer the opening season, Kind folks, take advantage of this Sprortanity. Let the OXFORD BYS- M protect you, ‘Write for the history of OXFORD! Read it; compare it with all otbera, You will be convinced that OXFORD ferunexcelled {2 quality, OXFORD COLLEGE OF HAIR CULTURE, W. L, MAJORS, President, 4246 W. Belle Place St, Louis, Mo, Farms.... q For Negroes! Colored Men, why not buy a farm in a land where a man is a man— where ONE crop vill pay for your form? Ican sell you a farm in Lo- gan county, Kans. PRICES FROM $10 to $20 per acre—easy terms, fine soil, best climate. If you mean busi- ness, write S. E. CAREY, Attorney at Law, Russell Springs, —:— Kansas. ——$—————— WO KNOWS HER? | 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 Jeft 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 | have not heard from him or the gitl from that day to this, Iam a widow, left alone and would like to find my daughter, My name is Cella Ann Davis and you will find me by writ- ing to the Plaindealer. Mrs, Henrietta Martin, dressmak- ing, class from 9 to 12 and 1 to 4 o'clock each Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday, 832 Kansns avenue, Phone 3608. 50 cents o lessen; bring your own goods and make your own dress, WM. GRIZZARD has opened 8 buffet on 18th St, between Highlasd aad Woodland avenues, Kansas City, Masourl, where he will serve fine drinks to the public. This is the first time that a colared man was ever permitted to open a drinking place in this district—Adv, SSS ae ql HAMOND Bottling... Works air Bae ‘ rita hy Nr” Phone 3178, Baughman Bros. & Legge, 2204 Lideoln St, TOPEKA, KAS Wabes ja Salt Late Gig cmd ound 6 nice place to cat and set, ty oO Ee gard Jeckeva, 140, 5, dh St, Yea, Se «PROGRAMME... ++ OF THE... Nineteenth Annual Convention «e+ OF THE,... -Christian Churches- ..0f Kansas... CONVENING WITH we The... Second Christian Church —OF— Topeka, Kansas, AUG. 12, 1915, AT 10:00 A. M., AND ADJOURNING AUG, 15, 1915, AT 10:00 P. M. THURSDAY MORNING. August 12th, 1915, 10:00 a. m—Meeting called to order by President C, E, Terry, Emporia. 10:15 a, m.—Devotionals, 10:45 a. m—Enrolling and assigning of delegates, 11:00 a. m—Appointment of committees. 11:15 a, m.—Sermon, Elder D, W. Majors. (a)—Announcements. (b)—Adjournment. THURSDAY AFTERNOON. Sanday School Period. 2:00 p. m.—Called to order by the Presi- dent, E. E. Johnson, Wathena. 2:15 p. m.—Devotionals, 2:45 p. m.—Enrollment of Sunday School Delegats, . 8:00 p. m.—“Relation of Sunday School to Church,” Miss Ella Bridgewater, Parsons. 8:15 p. m.—Discussion. 8:30 p. m.—“A Model Bible School,” Mrs. C. E. Craggett, Topeka. 6:45 p. m.—Discussion, 4:00 p. m.—Business and reports. 5:00 P. m.—Announcements and adjourn- ment. THURSDAY EVENING, Sunday School Perlod.—(Cont'd.) 7:30 p. m.—Devoticnals, 8:00 p, m.—Welcome address, Prof, N. Saw- yer; response, Mrs. McMillan, Emporia. 8:30 p. m.—Address, Prof. P, H. Moss, Bi- ble School Field Sec’'y, Edwards, Miss. 9:30 p, m.—Collection. Announcements. Adjournment. FRIDAY MORNING, August 13th, 1915. Cc. W. B. M. Period, 9:00 a. m.—Called to order by the Presi- dent, Mrs. Trana Frye, Atchison. 9:15 a. m.—Devoticnals, 9:45 a, m.—“What Are We Doing?"—Miss Margie Downing, Atchison. 10:00 a. m.—Discussion. 10:20 a, m.—Reports and business, 11:00 a, m.—Address, Miss Rosa V. Brown, g W. B. M. Field Worker, Port Gibson, 8S. NEW HEAD WAITER AT CONNOR MAKES EMPLOYES ATTEND CHURCH SERVICES. George Smit", Rtcently of Kansas City, Starts Innovation When He Takes the Reins Over Dining Room Workers. With the arrival of Geo. O, Smith in Joplin as the head waiter at the Connor Hotel things have certainly began to move in that particular sec- tion of the colored race which comes in contact with him. Smith, or “Smithy,” as he is known to the traveling public of Kansas City and Joplin, is unique in that he Delieves his position as head waiter puts certain duties on him that ought to be discharged to the best of his pihty. It is no seeret to thosg (familiar with the Connor Hotel that it is a dificult thing to heep a corps of Ne- gro waiters at the top point of real service. In the laudible effort to get the very best service, Smith was brought here from Kansas City. He formerly hat been head waiter at the Baltimore, Hotel Edwards and other well known ho-tilries at Kansas City and has always managed to heep up the elindaid of service, Smith had been in Joplin only 9 few daya when, with the con-ent of the management of the Connor Ilotel he called the 25 Negro walters to gether for a service talk. Ho told them they were not working together and that they did not have the proper attitude toward the public and that until they had more of a brotherly | feeling towards cach other in giving rervice they would y ot be doing right by themselves of the potel, Lines Them up for Church. “low many of you will go to church with me next Sunday?” he asked, Most of them held up heir hand. “Well, I am glad to see you are willing to go 80 those who wish to do so will planse sign this promise,” ‘Then the waiters stepped up and each one signed his name and agreed to go to church with “Smithy* the following Sunday at 1! o'clock, Fifteen of them xhowed up asd did attend service, They were the lr. ge pard of the congregation and there never had been such a liberay 12:00 a, m—Announcements and adjourn. Church Period. 2:00 p. m.—Devotionals, 2:30 p. m—Address, President C. E. Terry, Atchison, 3:00 p. m.—Enrollment of delegates, and reports of churches, 4:00 p. m.—The Need of Co-Operation in Church Work,” S. W, Scctt, Kansas City, 4:30 p. m.—Discussion. 5:00 BE m.—Announcements and adjourn- ment. FRIDAY EVENING. Church Period. 7:30 p. m.—Devotionals, 8:00 p. m.—Address, Prof, J. B, Lehman, President Negro Work, Edwards, Miss, 9:00 p. m.—Collection and announcements, Adjournment. SATURDAY MORNING. Aug. Lith, 1915. Church Period.— (Cont'd.) 9:00 a, m.—Devotionals, 9:30 a, m.—Business—Reports of officers. Reports of committees: (a)—Grievances; (b)—Obituary; (c)—Resolutions; (d)— Time and Place; (e)—Election of Officers; (f)—Finance and Claims, 12:00 a. m.—Anncuncements and adjourn- ment. SATURDAY AFTERNOON. 2:00 p. m.—Devotionals. 2:30 p. m.—“How to Build Up a Church,” Elder J. D. Smith, Kansas City. 3:00 p. m.—Christian Endeavor Period:— Reports and business. “Aim of Christian Endeavor.” Spontaneous discussion. 4:00 p. m.—Announcements and adjourn- ment. SATURDAY EVENING. 7:30 p. m.—Devotionals, 7:45 p. m.—Address, Prof, J, B, Lehman, 8:30 p. m.—Musical and literary program, Collection, announcements and adjourn- ment, SUNDAY MORNING. Aug. 15th, 1915. 9:30 a, m.—Bible Schcol: Conducted by Mr. David Owen, State Secretary of Bible Sshools, Topeka, Kansas, 10:30 a. m.—Adjournment. 11;00 a. m.—Special music, Kansas City, Mo., choir. Sermon: “Loyalty to Christ,” Elder Wm. H. Van Derzee, Atchison. Collection. Communion. SUNDAY AFTERNOON. 3:00 p. m.—Music: Kansas City, Mo., choir, Sermon, Elder Wm. Hancock, Wathena, Collection and adjournment, SUNDAY EVENING, 7:30 p. m.—Christian Endeavor, Regular Christian Endeavor topics, 8:30 p. m.—Preaching, Elder C. BE, Crag gett, Topeka. Collection. Resolution of Thanks. Benediction. Each church will please represent with its full amount of ‘conventional claims, which is fifteen cents per member, Arraigned in the feur of Christ. tollection on an ordinary Sunday as when the Connor Hotel waiters were on hand, The neat Sunday fourteen were present. Since then it js said that several new faces had been on hand on the Connor force, It is observ- ‘able that those who failed to attend church are the ones who are no long- er on hand, “Smithy” only smiles, but, anyway, the Connor Hotel wait. ers are now all going to church, ex- cepting the few who must remain on duty during the church ‘services. Ag arrangement has now been made with the A, M. E, church, which the boys attend, whereby the hour of the lay services will be changed from 11 o'clock in the morning until 3 in the afternoon. This will enable all of the waiters eacepting three to at- tend church, go there will be no e\- cuse for any deflections. Has Relief Aspociation, As a further step toward forming a better feeling among the walter~, Smith propowd that they form tle Waiters? Relief Fund Association of the Connor Hotel. Smith hud or- ganized these ia Kansas City hotels where he was statioved, ro that he was familiar with the steps to be taken, He drew up a preamble, constitu. tion and by-laws, which, to say the least, are to the point ond state tho object without any equivocation, The preamble saya that “Inasmah. as the laws of self-preservation is the first law of Nature, it behooves us mortals in the Four of prosperity to prepare for the day of adversity, and recognizing this fact, and us jntellie gent beings we huve decided to act at once,” Only dining room ome ployes of the Connor Motel can be ad. mitted, The officers consist of a president, treasurer, recordin sete retary, corresponding secretary, while the board of directors shall be the head waiter, and his assistant, to. gether with the four other officers, Every month a new election is held, The by-laws provide that the dues from each waiter shall be 10 cevis pes day, no one in case of sickness shall be entitled to Lenefits who is more than seven days is arrears, and he must also have been a member for at least thirty days, Those who have been members for thirty days nay, wpon guitting the Corror cere ‘a es 3 al py F&F har SE ee Fae Mgt ART SM | Vico receive his shate of what is ir the treasury. If members ure sich they can receive $1 per day benefit: of physician's fees and medicine. Ir case of death the organization con- tnbutes $75 toward the funeral, All orders withdrawing money from the treasury must be signed by an of- ficer of the Connor Hotel Company, so that the management has over- sight of the expenditures, | Already the organization has over $60 in the treasury, As the first deposits were not made until June 28, it cun be seen that the 10 cents a day from each walter soon makes a respectable fund is the treasury, Gets Better Service, “The effects of the organization can already be seen in the service at the Connor,” raid “Smithy’ in dis- cussing the ptoposition, “Tho boys all take an interest in the organizu. tion and instead of working euch for himself, they are working for cach other, and the service has improved | wonderfully, Ong of the faults of my ‘race Is the failure to make provision for times of distress and this relicf assodlation provides a ready means of this sort, ‘The fact that the Con. nor Hote] supervises a!) expenditures and that no money can be drawa un. Jers signed Ly an ofhcer of ‘the com. pany rtrd hy two offiiern of the re. lief association mahcs all the boys feel tafe, rexuiding the funds, “Of course, 1 am proud of the church attendame of the boys, They have not becn in the hablt of doing this und it only tooh a hitle talh regarding the matter to have them all join in the moscment, I really did not appreciate what little influ. ence J could have until about four, sears ago, whin I sturted thiv poe: to church movement in Kansas City. At the last place where I worked I had 60 or 70 of the boys attending church every Sunday morning and I am convinced that It did all of us good.—Joplin.Nens Herald, JACKSONVILLE, ILIINOIS, Misses) Bnnkman ani J, Bras. tm were Bloomington visitors re- cently, Mrs, Fred Samuos of S. West street js g patient at the Home Sant- terion, The A. M, E. church will have a coal rally the Jast Sondey jo Joly, Dr. Serugre is spending his vaca Sieg VESICER TCE SiIStes, MSs AACS Rollins recently, ‘The C. W. B. M. met recently with Mrs. H. Davis on S. Koscius- ko St., with a large attendance, The election of offizets took place and are os follows; President, Mrs. A, Dab- ney, vise president, Mre, 1. Davis; secretary and treasurer, Mrs, E. Florence, Able talks on the constl- tution were heard from Mrs. Peck and Mrs. Dabney, The guests were Mesdames Peck, Ed Burton and daughter, Miss Anna B. Butler. Mrs. Brown of Anna street was called to St. Louis, Mo., on a¢count of her daughter's illness, Mr. C, R. Dawson was 6 Chica- go visitor recently. Mrs. Lena D. Marshall spent a few days here, cn route to Peoria, ml. Dr, Scruggs ably preacked, July Uth on “Popular Amusements," ot Mt. E, B. church. This js his Sth series of sermons. The Lord's sup- pet was administered, Sunday morn- ing to all members, Miss Seeso Porter has returned from Hannibal and Frankford, Mo. Miss Mattle Line Moore returned to her home in Pittsfield, Il, The barbecue given July 5th at the Old Fair Grounds by the Brother- hood of Mt. Emery Baptist church was largely attended and quite a success, Prizes were awarded to several persons for varlous games. The meat was barbecued by Mr. We M. Jones and K. Morgan. Mr, Frank Mallory attended the K. of P. Grand session at Brooklyn, Ml, Miss Clara Timberlake, who was seeldsntally shot is rapidly improv- Ing. Mr. Fred Bunks and son of Peoria Ill., was a recent guest of his patents here, Miss Genevieve Haithman who has been ill is able to be out. Miss Cora Postley and friend, Miss Saunders of Springfield, til., spent July 5 at the burbecue, also visiting Miss Postley’s parents, Mra, Sherman Mounts of Oak St., royally entertained recently at din- ner, Mrs, Lula Nevels and daughter of Springfield, 111. Mrs. Elizabeth Brown and grand. daughter returned from a pleasant visit in Springfield, M1. Miss Mayme Ogsby and Fred Moore of Springfeld, It.’ and Miss Deha Burghart of Greenfield, Hl, were a party at the home of Miss Elnora Lafayette, Games and dance wig Were the amusements and excel. lent refreshments wete served and all had a pleasant time, Mre, Frank Tate and daughter, Miss Josephine Waddie retuincd from a pleasant visit in Peoria, I, lattle Homer Hayden Gamble of Lousiana, Mo., was a recent guest of Mrs. E. Hayden and family of S. Fayette St. Mesdumes Jennie Bronum, Sallic MeDaniels and daughter, Mrs, Julia Curry and mother, Mrs. David Span- cer are Visiting in Washington, Ia. Jaunita and Ruth Edwards of St, Louis, Mo., are the guests of their grandma, also other selutives, Miss Matle King of Jerseyville, NL, were guests of Mr. and Mra, John King on W, College St. She is a sister of Mr, John King, The Sunday School of Mt. E. B. church gave a successful supper, on July 13, Mrs, Nanule T, Conley of Law. rence, Kansas fn the gucst of her uunts, Mesdames EK, Plotence und Mary Richard, also other 1¢latives, Little Laura Louise Naylor of Tay- lorville, HL, was the guest of her grandmother and Miss Ilnora Lue fayette, Mis, Dora Lolia and children of Vootia, HL, spent a few days with her mother, also other telitives, Little Gettiude Banks of Peoria, I, was glen a party, July 9, hy her gtandparcdts, Mr. and Mis, Tate at thar home on Anna street, Se left recently for her home, Gig Bae, RM nee, Mice ces cal KANSAS CITY, KANSAS, Mr. and Mrs. C, H. James of 820 Garfield asenue, Jeft Tuerday of last week for the Mhnama-Pacific Exposition and will stop over with Mr. James’ brothers at Denver and Pueblo, Colo, They will be gone about four weeks, LAWRENCR, KANSAS, Mrs, Asa B, Sampson Was gose to Brookville, Kansas to spewu her va- cation with her sister, Nes, Eward Clark, ie BY a. Me. 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Kansas City, Mo., AND WANT GENUINE Barbecued Meat,ve Call on HENRY PERRY, the Barbecue King: ut 19th and Vine Sts., —Who !s endowed with the gift to cook meat, WHEN YOU DRINK “Sterling” and “Lang” YOU ARE DRINKING REAL BEZR— —— Tt has the taste, flaver, eve., ard the public knows it. 48K FOR IT. $7, JOSEPH BREWING COMPANY, ST. JOSEPH, No, . Messingwell's Failure He Kept His Promise Faithfully By CLARISSA MACKIE The telephone bell rang sharply, and the girl at the typewriter paused and drew the receiver to her ear. She frowned as she recognized the voice at the other end of the wire. "Perhaps you better talk to Mr. Messingwell; 'wait a moment, please,' she said, pressing a button at the side of her desk. She hung up the receiver, but did not resume her interrupted occupation. From behind the closed glass door of her employer's private office came the deep bass murmur of his voice as he talked with Rudolph Fearnag. Suddenly she caught her breath as Messingwell's voice rang suddenly sharp and distinct to her listening ear. "Very well, Fearing: if you don't hear from me by noon you can do your worst—and go to the devil afterward!" Then she heard the receiver slammed on its hook and the creak of his chair as he awoke away from his desk. Emily Carman had been Aiden Mesa Messingwell's chief clerk for two years. It was a losing game for Messingwell. He had come at the bidding of a dying father to carry on the long established business of Messingwell & Co., which old Messingwell and a spendthrift younger son had managed to involve almost to the point of failure when a death stroke laid the father low. The younger son\but taken himself as far away from the toottering business as his means would permit, and so Alden was left with his promise to fulfill to the best of his ability. "I'll do the best I can, father," he promised. "I'm not a good business man-doctors seldom are, you know—but as long as I have a penny to my name the old sign shall awing above the office door." His father had begged him to keep up the appearance of prosperity. "The business will come back again. Alden Just give it a chance to recover from the depression." The depression was a thing of the past, and prosperity was abroad in the land, and there still remained the decaying business, perhaps a little strengthened here and there, but bound to die in the near future. The machine in the long mill buildings was out of date, and Messingwell's methods were honestly old fashioned. The week before Alden had closed down the mills and given the hands two weeks' vacation. The notice tacked on the door spoke of an "inventory" being taken, but Rudolph Fearing had laughed as he read it and promptly hired all of the Messingwell hands for his own modern, up to the minute factories. He knew that Alden had not the money to pay his workers another week's wages; that there were no orders on his books; that failure was staring the unfortunate physician is the face. Emily Carman knew all these things and so she hesitated before she turned the knob that opened the door between her office and Messingwell's. At last she summoned courage and slipped in side, standing, with her slender, erect figure beside him. "Did you call me, Mr. Messingwell? she inquired. He swung about and turned a pale, despondent face toward her. "No, I didn't call, Miss Carman. But," he paused for an instant and looked in her face for the flush of sympathy he had never failed to find there, and again he was rewarded. "Did you know I earring had bought to every obligation we owe; he asked bluntly. "I heard it yesterday," she said steadily. "He gives me until noon to settle, then he will close me up for good. I've made a mess of it all!" he ended with sudden passion. "I ought to have hired a manager to keep out of it myself." She permitted a little silence to follow in order, but he might recover his pulse. Then she said, "Of course it seems hard to let the business go to a man like Rudolph Fearing, but every firm must come to an end some day, timely or otherwise. If you sell all the buildings, machinery and fixtures I have calculated there would be enough to wipe out all the obligations and leave a clean record for the firm of Messingwell & Co." His astonishment was genuine. "You have calculated?" he repeated. "You have estimated the possibility of my giving up—you have seen what a blanked failure I am!" He smiled bitterly and turned his eyes away from her. "It isn't failure to withdraw from business because one cannot honorably carry it on," she returned with spirit. "If failure is the ultimate end, why not draw out before it actually happens and thus frustrate the end!" He shook his head hopelessly. "I promised father I'd hang on to the business as long as I had a penny, I haven't got much now, but I think I know how I can stave Fearing off for awhile." "You cannot do it, Mr Messingwell," said Emily audibly. "If he holds all the notes you can't force him to arbitrate." "I'll borrow the money from somebody and pay him off," replied Alden, causing for his hat. "We'll struggle By OSCAR COX My uncle, Dr. James Pulsifer, was a great scientist and an original thinker. He died a bachelor and left me all his property. After his death I examined every paper of his I could find, especially his scientific writings, thinking to publish them. Among an earlier batch written very soon after he gradated in medicine I found a narrative which as I read on interested me in tensely. Here it is: "We all know that many things exist of which the human mind has not yet any conception. I go further than this. I believe that anything of which the mind can conceive, however im probable, may exist. "Some years ago a certain noted au thor wrote a story-"The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr Hyde"-suggest ing that two different personalities might exist in the same man. I be lieve that the day will come when it will be demonstrated to the world that some. If not all, of us are com posed of more than one being. Indeed I not only believe it; I know it. If you ask me why I know it, this is my reply: "There was something about Jennie Hatch that impressed me the first time I met her. She was what most persons would call old. Perhaps one reason for my becoming interested in her was that I was a recent graduate of a medical college and had taken a post graduate course on the physiology of psychical conditions. It seemed to me that Miss Hatch was abnormal—not that her body was abnormal, but the spirit within it. For I am not so given to materialism as to believe that our spiritual and physical parts are one. "Whether Jenule Hatch mistook my scientific interest in her for love I don't know, but she came to look upon me as a lover. I did not either encourage or discourage her in this I permitted the relationship between us to drift on without definition. One thing I noticed which I set down to a certain flickerness or apparent flickness consequent upon the physical makeup of women. I would go to see her, say, on Saturday night, an evening I usually dodged my patients if I could do so without injury to them. She would receive me kindly and be a delightful companion. I would visit her the following Wednesday and she would look at me as though she wondered why I had called. During the first visit she would be a girl, during the second a woman. During the first I would seem to be a proper companion for her—that is, a person of about the same age. During the second she made me feel that I was a boy attempting to entertain a woman who had learned wisdom. "My observations indicated to me that Jennie Hatch embodied two personal tites. My deductions were not based alone on such differences as I have described. There was another and far more important symptom. I became convinced that Jennie sometimes loved me and sometimes did not love me. Not only this—I came to suspect that there were times when she loved some one else. "On the theory that she embodied two persons it seemed to me that Jennie No. 1 might love me and that Jennie No. 2 might love another. It was not conducive to love, or, rather, comfort, to be interested in one whose other self loved some other person. Never theless, I found myself growing fond of Jennie. My theory did not admit of jealousy because I had no affection for Jennie No. 2. Yet, singularly enough, I was jealous of her lover. I suppose it was on account of the two spiritual personalities occupying the same body. Identitively expressed, my jealousy should be represented by No. 1 (Jennie of the doshi plus zero Jennie No. 2, to whom I was indifferent, the product being one half. "Nevertheless I was in love, and one evening while thinking the matter over it occurred to me that I could study the case better as Jennie's—I refer to Jennie No. I danced thin as we were. On the impulse of the moment I went to her house for the purpose of making a declaration. "I saw the moment she entered the room that she was her other self. "I once heard a woman say that if a man has made up his mind to a proposal nothing that she can say or do will stop him. I had gone to Jennie's house to propose to her, and somehow I could not resist the impelling force. I asked her to be my wife. She hesitated, then refused me, telling me that she lored another. "I had begun this affair with purely scientific motives. Here was an end it, based on human reasons. I left the house feeling that for me the bottom had dropped out of the universe." Here the paper ended abruptly. I was much disappointed, hoping to find some confirmation of my uncle's theory, based on his singular love affair. But not another word did I meet with on the subject. One day I was talking about him to a chum of his youth, whom I asked how the doctor came to be a bachelor. The reply was that when a very young man he had been in love with a Miss Hitch, who married an old fellow double her age. This revelation gave a shock to my admiration for my uncle's scientific attainments until I remembered that when he mistook a girl's hallibion between himself and another man for a duplex to him he was very young. Nevertheless, the incident indicated his moral bent and forsaken his future tomorrows as a scientist. One ton of outter contains 80 sents worth of fertilizer constitu- tions. One ton of milk contains $2.00 worth of fertilizer constituents. One ton of wheat contains $7.75 worth of fertilizer constituents. One ton of clover hay contains $9.07 worth of fertilizer constituenta. One ton of alfalfa contains $9.50 worth of fertilizer constituenta—Kansas Industrialist. HERE'S A USEFUL RAG DOLL Feets Corn Just as Well as Any Expensive Centrivance. With an expenditure of half a dollar or even less and an hour's time a seed corn tester may be made at home that will answer every purpose. This simple device for selecting good seed ears is known as the "rug doll tester," probably because it resembles nothing more than a rag doll when it is rolled up and put to soak in a pail of water. Its efficiency was proved in several years' test of it at the Iowa agricultural experiment station, which says that it will select good ears as satisfactorily as the best expensive manufactured testers. Buy a few yards of sheeting of good quality and tear it into strips eight inches wide and from three to five inches long. If it is planned to use the strips a number of times hem the edges, as otherwise theravelings sometimes disarrange the kernels in un rolling. Down the middle of each cloth strip lengthwise draw a line with a heavy pencil. Then draw squares about three inches wide and number the squares Wet one of the strips thoroughly and stretch it out in front of the cars to be tested. Take six kernels from ear No. 1 and place in square No. 1; take six kernels from ear No. 2 and place in square No. 2, and so on. When the cloth has been filled begin at either end and roll the cloth up. If the cloth is well moistened the kernels will not push out of place. When the cloth has been rolled lie a string around each end rather loosely or, better still, use a rubber band. Number this roll No 1 Then proceed with No. 2 in the same way. As many rolls may be used as are necessary to contain the corn which one has to test. From thirty to fifty ears can be tested in each roll, depending upon the length of the strip of cloth. After the rolls have been filled they should be placed in a bucket or tub of water, where they may remain from two to eighteen hours, depending upon the preference of the operator. At the end of this time pour off the water and turn the bucket or tub upside down over the rolls or use a common dry goods box for this purpose. A couple of small pieces of wood should be held under the rolls and one edge of the pall should be lifted from one-half to one inch in order to give ventilation. At the end of five days the terrals should be ready to read. Depending upon the arrangement of cars, select first either roll No. 1 or the last roll filled. This cloth will be unrolled in front of the cars represented. Examine all kernels carefully. In all cases in which all six kernels are not strong in germination the car should be thrown away.—Farm Press. In the accompanying illustration, taken with the description from Popular Mechanics, is shown a bandy rig for carrying a spool of barbed wire. FENCE WIRE TRUCK, SIMILAR TO A BAGGAGE TRUCK, WITH A ROD BETWEEN THE HANDLES FOR THE SPOOL. when putting up a fence. The manner of construction is obvious. The spool of wire can be easily handled by one man with this device. Economical Hog Traugh When rough lumber is $18 a thousand, about the price at present, a six foot hog trough made of two inch plank costs about 50 cents for lumber. Labor and nails add 25 cents to the cost. Horn destroy from one to three inch troughs in a year. Feed gets wasted, too, for a new trough is seldom made till the old one is poorer than it ought to be. Three troughs at the above estimate cost $2.25. An iron trough six feet long costs $2.25 and will last a lifetime.—American Agriculturist. Heavy Fertilization Is Best. In wheat fertilization experiments at the Indiana experiment station on clay and loam soils the complete fertilizer gave the largest average increase and the greatest average profit per acre. The use of 200 pounds of fertilizer per acre on wheat proved more profitable than the use of 100 pounds per acre. A tree can be bridge grafted in less than half an hour, and it is better to take this time to do it than to let a rainable tree die. (Left over last week.) Mr. Charley Crockett is still on the sick list, having a broken leg, which he received in mine No. 17, three weeks ago. Miss Easter Beaton made a flying trip to Pittsburg Friday to visit her sister, Mrs. Addie Cooper. D. K. Echart of Topeka was a visitor here last Tuesday on business. Mrs. Hallie White and Mrs. Minnie Moore left for Salina, Kansas, Sunday night going to the Grand Lodge. Mr. Saluwell Bennett is still sick and has not worked a day since the Fourth of July. Thomas Dozier taken sick a week ago and is very ill. Mr. and Mrs. Kincholo of Franklin visited here July 15th. Mrs. Kincholo was visiting her mother, Mrs. N. Hudson. Mr. Will Dismuke of Cherokee is visiting his father in law, Mr. F. Palmer here a week or so, on account of his health. Mrs. M. Jackson visited Radley today to see her sick daughter, Mrs. E. Lewis, who is reported still very weak, but on the mend. Mrs. Mary McKay and husband of Pittsburg visited her brother here Sunday. Mr. F. Palmer's daughter has gone to Cherokee to visit her sister, Mrs. Minnie Dismuke. Mr. Geo. Wheaton's eldest daughter, Rean is visiting her aunt in Pittsburg this week. Jeff Simms who has been sick for two weeks is reported a little better today. He is a shot firer at mine, No. 13, western and has missed two weeks work. HE HAD TRUSTED HIM GRAWO SALE OF GROUND COSTING TO OUR EGGS 25¢ AND 25¢ The Grocer's Wife—Mrs. Johnson seems willing to trust anybody but her husband. The Grocer—Well, I guess she's about right at that. PERPETUAL BONDAGE A Mrs Henry Peck—I rule my house absolutely. When I am at home Mr Peck minds me impolitely. Mrs Herdso—What does he do when you are away? Mrs Peck—When I am not at home he minds the baby. BIG ONES J. "Gee! He gave big odds on the election." "Why, I understood him to say he' bet only a hat." "That's so, but it was his wife h het with." Mrs. Henrietta Martin, dressmaking, class from 9 to 12 and 1 to 4 stock each Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday, 832 Kansas avenue, Phone 3608. 50 cents a lesson; bring your own goods and make your own dress. LINCOLN PARK Located on Woodland Avenue Between Nineteenth and Twentieth Sts. The Finest Park for the Exclusive Use, Pleasure and Enjoyment of the Colored People. INDENPENDENCE, KANSAS Dr. R. Rozelle of Pleasant Hill, Mo., brother of our esteemed pastor, Rev. G. E. Pettigrew occupied the pulpit at the Quinn Chapel A. M. E. church Sunday. He delivered two very searching sermons. The musical-concert given by the Baptist Sunday School on the church dawn was the hit of the season. It was a great success both financially and literary. Miss Bertha Garland was the leading star. A wide range of undeveloped talent was shown through the whole concert. There were several members, who with only a little training could develop into star opera performers. One of the finest society events of the season was the party given at Rev. J. E. Pettigrew, Tuesday evening, July 20th in honor of Rev. R. Rozella of Pleasant Hill, Mo. from Claremore, where she went to take treatments for her health. We are glad to say that her health is much improved. NEWTON, KANSAS Rev. J. W. Jacobs and wife are in the city at the home of Mrs. Lula Miller on West 2nd street. Mr. Zeke Cranshaw passed through Newton Sunday night en route from Oklahoma City to Colorado Springs. While in the city he was the guest of Carl Gross. Pakahunta Duncan of La Junta, stopped in Newton a few hours this week. Mr. G. L. Bell returned to his home in Wellington; his wife will follow soon. Mr. Luther Simms returned Monday from the Topeka hospital, where he was operated on. He is on the job again at the A. T. & S. F. station. Miss Josephine Mayfield who died Saturday morning was buried Tuesday. The funeral was conducted by Rev. W. H. Postum of Manhattan, Kausas. The choir rendered some nice selections, while Miss Mable Hall of Peabody performed at the organ. The floral offerings were very many and beautiful as well. Mrs. Pearl Boie came from Minneapolis, Minn., to attend the funeral. Mr. Clarence Ridley returned from Larned where he attended the District session of the Sunday School. He reports a very nice session. Mr. W. E. Todd of Tulsa, who has been the guest of Miss Estella Tan'y left yesterday for a trip to Chicago and Buffalo, N. Y. ABILENE, KANSAS. Mrs. C. Brown of Salina departed for her home Sunday accompanied by her husband, Mr. Capt. Brown. Messrs. Baskerville, Gibson and several others of this city attended the Grand Session of Knights of Tabors which convened at Salina last week. Miss Laura Smith was elected as delegate for the Household of Ruth and departed Monday afternoon to attend the Grand session which convened in Salina, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday of this week. Mr. Fred Helm of Wichita, formerly a resident of Abilene and Miss Katherine Hill of Salina were married here at noon today by Judge Tappen. Miss Hill is a well known young lady of Salina and a high school graduate. Mr. Helm is a graduate from the law department of Washburn College and is now a practicing attorney of Wichita. Rev. J. C. Rogers filled his rostrum at the Mt. Zion Baptist church Sunday. When in Salt Lake City and want a nice place to eat and rest, stop at Laoard Jackson, 148, N. 4th St., West. LINCOLN Located on Woodland Nineteenth and The Finest Park for the and Enjoyment of th THE MANY ATTRACTIONS ARE —Moving Picture Show and Highclass Vaudeville with a seating capacity of 1,000; Booker T. Washington Band Stand with a seating capacity of 2,500; the Free daily attractions are Moving Pictures, Vaudeville and Band, with New Features every day at Lincoln Park; added attractions on the Lincoln Park highway are—African Dip; African Dodger; Shooting Gallery; Penny Arcade; Doll Rack; Postal Photo Jurisdiction of Kansas SIR FRANK WILSON, C. G. M., 1114 Buchanan Street, Topeka, Kansas. DT. EMMA GAINES, C. G. P., 1182 Buchanan Street Topeka, Kansas. SIR A. W. HOPKINS, C. G. S., 321 Dakota Street, Leavenorth, Kansas. SIR WILLIAM CORE C. G. T., 1210 Lane Street, Topeka, Kansas. DT. SARAH WILLIAMS FORBES, C. G. R., Liscoln Nebr. Dudley.. Theatre! THE High Class Motion Pictures. Change of Service Each Day. 6 REELS EACH DAY 6 Admission 5c and 10c. Phelps' Sample Room. Phelps' Sample Room. 109 N. Second St. —FINE WINES AND LIQUORS.— HIGH CLASS CIGARS. SAINT JOSEPH, : : MISSOURI. (First published in the Topeka Plaindealer, July 9, 1917.) State of Kansas, Shawnee County, ss. In the Matter of the Estate of AMANDA JOHNSON, lata of Shaw- nee County, Kansas. NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT. Notice is hereby given that on the 28th day of June A. D., 1915, the undersigned was, by the Probate Court of Shawnee County, Kansas, duly appointed Administrator of the estate of AMANDA JOHNSON, late of Shawnee County, deceased. All parties interested in said estate will take notice and govern themselves accordingly. CLAY HAMILTON, Administrator. N PARK nd Avenue Between Twentleth Sts. Exclusive Use, Pleasure the Colored People. Gallery; Knife and Cane Rack; Novelty Stand; the great Maud Jewelry Display; Candies, Soft Drinks and Confectionery; Candy Wheels; the Villa Refreshment Parlors; Ice Cream and all kinds of drinks; Mechanical Base Ball and High Striker; the greatest Maple Dance Floor in the West; The McDaniel's Stock Company playing here continuously. Park Motto: "Good Order at all Times." POPULAR PRICES. we 0 fi a .