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COLORED PEOPLE ARE MAKING GOOD! In Making the Rounds, Ye Editor Notes Commendable Progress Along all Lines of Industry. We visited Paxico, Alma and Eskridge last week. The colored people celebrated the 4th of August at Paxico and had a great time. There were people from Manhattan, Alma, Eskridge and surrounding towns. The base ball game between Eskridge and Paxico was a great contest. Mr. P. W. Bradley, one of the managers of the ball park, is one of the prosperous farmers of that community. He owns eighty acres of land; hogs and other live stock. He is a wildeower and a fine looking gentleman and it would do well for some young lady to set her cap for him. Mr. Jesse Davis, the city mullah and also a blacksmith, was elected last spring and is making a fine officer. He has lived in that town for several years and has the respect and confidence of everybody in that community; is the only colored man we know of in the United States that has been elected to this position, in a city where 95 per cent of the population are white. Much credit is due Mr. Wm. Buck who managed the emancipation celebration as it was a success in every particular and everything was carried off in a quiet way with no disorder. The citizens of Paxico are to be congratulated for such a nice affair. The speaker of the day was Hon. C. E. Carroll, attorney at law of Alma, Kansas. His speech was well received and he gave encouraging words to the people and said he knew the white people were not giving them a square deal, but time would PETER H. BURGESS bring everything right. He said that his solution was for the colored people to get more farm land and others engage in industries to help work out their destiny. Mr. Carroll is one of the most prominent lawyers in Kansas and enjoys a practice among the best people of the state. He is in demand everywhere. His friends are legions in Walaunsee Co. We visited the court house at Alma and must say the sheriff, Mr. Wm. Addie who has lived in that county over twenty years, is a banker and business man and a staunch Republican. He is a splendid officer and is well respected by the people of that county. Alma has a County Superintendent in the person of Mrs. A. G. Crouse At Eskridge, which was our first visit to that town, we were surprised to find such a busy little burg. There are nice buildings, two banks and several other business houses, in fact, this is the best town in the county. Around Eskridge we find several colored farmers who are doing fine, own several hundred acres of land in madras or ten miles about Eskridge. We visit the farm home of Mr. Wesley Lace and his son Emrett. Emrett is a graduate of the Agricultural College at Manhattan; and was in the bank commissioner's office for several years. He and his father own and control our three hundred acres of land. They have just purchased a new automobile 14 which we TOPEKA, KANSAN, FRIDAY WORNING AUGUST 13, 1915. had the pleasure of enjoying the first ride. They live four miles from the town. When we arrived at the Page home, we found the home presided over by Mrs. Wesley Page and daughter-in-law, Mrs. Emmett Page. The former is a lady of high culture, a christian, upright woman, who taught school in North Topeka for a number of years and is deserving of great credit for the success of the farm as it was through her hard work in the early day that made this success possible. She is industrious and has nothing but words of cheer for everybody. Mrs. Emmett Page is a graduate of Manhattan and must say she is one of the best young wives on a farm we have ever met. She has raised over eight hundred yo re chickens this year with hens. She is not only industrious but a beautiful, highly cultured woman, who knows how to make her home happy. They have three children, the oldest child is certainly a bright intelligent little fellow of eight years. We predict great things for him at fifteen. Here we met Mr. and Mrs. Hunter and their little son who are visiting, as Mrs. Hunter is a sister to Mrs. Emmett Page. Also Mrs. John Page and her two daughters who were visiting there. The Page farm is well stocked with hogs, cattle, mules, and horses and ship to Kansas City two or three times a year. They are highly respected and well liked by everyone in the community. We hope for them continued success. We met our old friend, J. A. Wallace who lives out a few miles and who has been located in that country now about twenty years. Mr. and Mrs. Wallace went there with a firm determination to fight out the struggles of life, own 240 acres of land, have 13 milch cows, 30 head of cattle in all, eight head of horses and mules, thirty acres of alfalfa and eight hundred cickens. They sell milk to creamery and butter to the market, and have several regular customers. They bale and ship alfalfa Mr. Wallace was a citizen of Topeka many years and conducted one of the best barber shops of the city. He was one of the lending citizens when here and brought things to pass. It is always up and doing for the good of others as well as himself. He spent thousands of dollars trying to help friends and others through the struggles of life. He is a 3rd degree Mason and was one among the first to receive that degree in Kansas, also a member of Moriah, No. 5, A. F. & A. M. of Topeka. His wife is an Eastern Star member and is industrious and much credit is due her for the success of the farm. She is a picture of health and the Plain-dealer wishes them long and continued success. We expect that in a few years they will retire from the farm to take life easy. Mr. Ben Minefee is another big farmer of Ray County, Mo. He owns 456 acres of land and controls 656 acres. He owns horses, hogs and cattle, raises alfalfa and has a wife, three sons and one daughter, all at home. These young men are workers and are making gr. at record for themselves. This is a family of people, that are working together and whenever this is proved of a family or people, they are bound to accumulate some hing. These young men have stayed by their father and he by them and now they are the result of that combination. If they continue this for ten years to come they will have enough for each o1 and then some. There are several of them in the community who we did not meet at are told they are doing just as well. The white people seem to be of a fin class. We did not get to visit many of them as our city had to let our next visit be postponed. there is to them. The color reep! there speak very highly of them and THE MASTER OF THE WORLD REV. J. M. BROWN. the Iuiness Divine. Who I Acced St John A. M. E. Church "in the Clear"---I ree from Debt. better. We met Dr. J. C. Bennett, mayor of the city, who is now serving his first term and enjoys a large practice. He is a graduate of Washburn, and was assistant superintendent of the State Ho.pital of Topeka for a long while. He resigned that position to take up the practice of medicine at Eskridge. As a surgeon and physician he is second to none. He spoke of a great many colored people in that community and says they are making good. He is a fine man to meet, is oung and progressive and the right man in the right place and is certainly injecting more life into Eskridge. We met Miss Mayme B. Carter, one of Eskridge's best young ladis' and school teacher of Manhattan, where she has taught for a number of years. She is a highly educated and cultured lady and has a host of friends. She is erid to be one of the best teachers in the primary grades in Kansas. Miss Carter is the laughter of Robert Carter and makes her home with her father and mother. Her parents have lived in that county for over a quarter of a century and are among the last people in that city. Miss Carter is having an addition built to the home and when all completed, the house will be a beautiful seven to ten bungalow. Miss Carter is a graduate of Emporia Normal school and the Plainleaf ruler her continued success. WOOD HAS MADE GOOD. United States Marshall's Office Is Being Filled With Signal Success. When W. H. Thompson, senior member of the United States Senate from Kansas named O. T. Wood of Lilial to fill the office of U. S. Marshall, he not only showed wisdom, but the exercise of great care in selecting men to serve the people in important positions. The office of United States Marshal is one that carries grave responsibilities. It requires the close attention of a keen, foresighted business man—who has achieved signal success in the conduct of his personal affairs, and in Mr. Wood we have a man who measures up good, round and full from every view point. No man in all Japan has shown greater ability in the administration of the affairs of the office of Wood. With the assistance of our business and public him out of the skins of stock owners of the W. have been employed in clear for the important office he pays hold. Mr. Wood is a man of strong personality, a fine mixer and make friends at right. He is one of the most influential men in his party and did as much if not more than any man in the state to bring about Democratic success in Kansas. He is recognized as a power in Kansas and the West; a simon pure Democrat and thorough business man. Kansas needs more men like Mr. Wood, and we feel that some time in the close future still greater hotors will be thrust upon him. He is honest, faithful and true to every trust, worthy and well qualified for anything that comes his way. One of the proudest souls in Topeka at this time is the Rev. J. M. Brown, pastor of Saint John A. M. avenue. Rev. Brown is serving his second year as pastor of that church. When he took charge there was a balance of $2,500 of a mortgage of $0,000 and several hundred dollars of floating debts. He has succeeded in raising the last dollar on the mortgage and will have it on ex- exion Savings- enveloped and ready to burn. Much credit is due Rev. Brown for the personal efforts he put forth in raising the money. Saint John has never before in her history had a minister to do the personal work and contribute out of his own funds to reduce a debt and finally clear it up as this good, Christian gentleman, Rev. J. M. Brown. He is not only a Christian preacher, but a business preacher. The members of Saint John should feel proud of him. Rev. Brown went to the business people for help and they cheerfully responded. He has raised over $8,000 in the past two years for all sources of the church. Rev. Brown is a young man, full of vim and push. By birth, he is a Kentuckian, and came to Kansas several years ago—worked on a farm, attended school, educated himself and later was ordained in the ministry. He has been careful with his earnings and as a result, owns several pieces of good property including a small farm. He has made his way to the town by being honest, fair and courteous in every transaction let alone in the church. In the church he has settled a career in the church with the next year. Where he has cared the people he served knows always asked that he be returned, and this prayer is not confined to his own race, but the leading white citizens have joined the colored people in urging his return. Notwithstanding the hard times, Rev. Brown put St. John in the clear during the past twenty-two months. Mr. Richard Enyard, who has been seriously ill, was able to attend services at his church Sunday evening. Miss Carri Foster, of Benton avenue, who has a beautiful bed of sweet peas blooming in profusion, is not at all selfish in her possession. She visits the sick, bearing beautiful bouquets to cheer them. To Miss Adele Johnson, whom we regret to say is no better, she gave a lovely pink cluster of sweet peas; to Mrs. Mabell Cobb, she carried a bouquet of a deeper shade of pinks. Mrs. Cobb is now able to le up we are pleased to note; and to Mr. Lawrence Hogan, she was hastening with beautiful gathering of red sweet peas, when lo, and behold, the hot tails of "Old Sol" had withered them, and with disappointment Miss Foster retrained her steps resolving at another time to be more successful. The A. M. H. church gave a very seecful plea and baconee on the th. A huge number attended. Mrs. Ce neal, of Milwaukee, Minn and in the city, of M. Pearl Cluk, on Wish n avance. Mrs. Crenal will renal a indifferent period. She is an ave memoir of the O. E. S., and an earnest worker in the W. C. T. also. Mrs. Kurd, of Tulsa, Okla, is visiting her cousin, Mr. W. S. Moss and wife of 724 Clay street. Mr. Kurd also is expected to join his wife here for a pleasant visit. Misses Minta and Willa Blanche will accompany Mr. and Mrs. Kurd home. Miss. Bertha Fullbright, Royal Matron of Euclid Chapter, O. E. S., addressed her Chapter with a very pleasing and interesting report from the Grand session which was held in St. Louis. Miss Ethel Alice Wilburn, after a very pleasant visit in Denver, Colo., is now enjoying a visit in Chicago, Illinois. Miss Geneva Vickers is now in St. Louis and will soon depart on her extended trip. Miss Ida Andrews has just returned from Clinton, where she went as a delegate in the interest of her church work. Rev. P. C. Danforth accompanied his uncle, Mr. Bailum Lenore, to Hot Springs, Ark., seeking restoration of his health. Mr. Lenore has been afflicted for years and we hope that the trip may greatly restore him. Mts. Estelle Barker and little nephew, Harold Montgomery, have returned from Kansas City, where they had a most delightful visit. Mrs. Sadie Chambetlain very delightfully entertained her club the Woman's Musical and Literary, Friday afternoon. A large number was present with greatly enjoyed her hospitality. The new president, Mrs. Maggie Bostic called the club to order with song and prayer. An interesting discussion was held on the life of Ella Wheeler Wilcox. Mrs. Mary A. Jarrett received honor for the best quotation. Prizes for various games and answering questions were received by Mesdames Mary Foster, Prescilla Pearl Thomason, Ida V. McAdams, Bertha Fullbright, Lucy Johnson and Maggie Bostic, Mrs. B. B. Cooper presented to the club exquisitely rich badges of lavender and white, the club colors which were gifts of the club's dear esteemed friend, Mrs. Minnie Forte, 616 flow ell street, Seattle, Washington. The members were surprised and gave forth expressions of delight and appreciation for such lovely gifts of love from their sweet, distant friend. The gift prizes from the lostes to the successful winner were useful and lovely. Mrs. Chamberlain was assisted in serving a delightful two course menu by Mr. Glenn McAdams, Mrs. Nellie Edmondson and Ms. Taylor Smith, to the vitoos who were Mrs. Queen Hywood, Mrs. Lucy Johnson, of Kansas City Mr. Fund, of Tulsa, Okla., and in which was a most delightful rest on and outline. New regularly meeting with the president Mrs. Maggie Bostic, with a reward of 6. Thursday afternoon, Aug. 10 Mr. Hathaway Thena on of "Sir" Lond street will entertain her our Lab and complimentary to the Woman's Medical and Literary club, and Price $1 50 Per Year. other guests. Mrs. Mary A. Jarrett and Mrs. Ida V. McAdams enjoyed a very pleasant trip to Kansas City, visiting kin folks and friends and a very interesting and profitable grand session. Mrs. Lucy Johnson accompanied her mother, Mrs. Jarrett home. Mrs. Johnson is looking unusually well. Prof. W. R. Fulbright and wife, after visiting her mother at El Reno, Okla., for a few weeks will depart for Higginsville, where the Professor will take up his school work. Mrs. Lottie Fulbright and daughter-in-law, Mrs. Stewart Fulbright are enjoying a sojourn in Denver, Colo. Mrs. Matilda Allen, who has been sick for sometime, is reported no better. We regret to note this fact. Mrs. Ada Stephenson had a splendid trip to St. Louis visiting relatives and attending the Grand Chapter, Order Eastern Star. LAWRENCE, KANSAS Rev. G. N. Jackson, pastor of the Ninth Street Baptist church, was reelected Moderator of the Kaw Valley District Association which met last week in Kansas City. Mrs. Maria Henson is on the sick list. Mrs. Jennie Seal's, of Montana, is visiting in the city, the guest of her mother, Mrs. Izzie Seal's. Miss Muriel J. Wumifok, of Tampa, visited in the city a few days last week, the guest of Miss Irene G. Bartleson. Mrs. G. N. Jackson is ill at this writing and her many friends wish her a speedy recovery. Messars W. C. Brown, G. Y. Miller and Ell Lee attended the Kaw Valley District Association at Kansas City last week. Miss Neoho Venerable and Master Grant Venerable returned to their home at Kansas City, Mo., Thursday afternoon after a pleasant visit here. Mrs. Bettle McCloud, Mrs. Goldie Webster and baby, of Ottawa, visited in the city Sunday, the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Nelson McCloud. Mr. Clarence Goodwin died Saturday morning after a short illness; aged 23 years. Survived by wife, two infant sons and many other relatives. The funeral was held Sunday morning at 9:30 from Saint Luke A. M. E. church. Rev. Payne and Rev. G. N. Jackson officiated. Burial in Oak Hill cemetery. Miss Elsie Brown is ill at this writing. The Mens' League of the Ninth Street Baptist church met Thursday evening at the Carson farm, five miles southeast of the city. The following ladies attended the Grand Court of O. O. C. at Leavenworth: Mrs. R. R. L. King, Mrs. Mary A. Brown, Miss Lillie McWilliams and Mrs. Adela Miller. Miss Lillie McWilliams was elected G. L. Mrs. Clara Jackson gave a picnic Saturday afternoon Aug. 7th for the following visiting ladies: Miss Alberta Guy, Topeka; Mrs. W. W. Jores, Arkansas; Miss Jackson, Parsons; Mrs. John Gregg, Florida. Prof. and Mrs. Homer Wilburn of Kansas City, visited in the city Sunday, the guests of their parents, Mr. and Mrs. Mack Brown. Mr. and Mrs. Sam Lee, of Oklahoma, are in the city visiting their mother, relatives and friends. The Decorating and Art club of the Ninth Street Baptist church, met Monday evening with Mrs. Jennie Potts. Mrs. W. C. Brown delightfully entertained the Ladies Auxiliary of the Ninth Street Baptist church Friday evening. The What-So-Ever Society of St. Luke A. M. E. church was royally entertained Tuesday afternoon by Mrs. Amarda Simp on. Dainty refreshments were served. The infant son of Rev. and Mrs. S. B. Butler died Saturday night and was buried Monday afternoon at two o'clock from the parsonage. Mrs. Fay Oliver entertained in formally Tuesday night at her home on Blaine street. Misses Walc and Laina Brown accompanied their grandmother, Mrs. Powen home to Kaua City to visit a week. Mr. F. C. West and on last Wednesday morning for a second d sit in lawrence, Kansas. Mr. Alwiza Allen of St Joseph, Mo., is in the city, the guest of his coach Mr. Bernard Brooks. ENROLL IN THE Topeka Industrial & Educational Institute Practical Training of Negro Youth. A School for Christian Culture! Hospital Hall Boys Dormitory McMuller Hall Boys Industries Girls Industrial Hall J.B. Lerner Hall Girls Dormitory Bradford Muller Hall Academic Administration 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. 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 image shows a group of people gathered in a room with a large window. They appear to be engaged in a discussion or activity, possibly related to the topic mentioned in the caption. The setting suggests an indoor environment, likely a classroom or a meeting room. IN THE MACHINE SHOP. One of the few opportunities for colored bo,s to learn to operate machinery, Carpentry and bench work in connection. IN THE MACHINE SHOP. One of the few opportunities for colored bo,s to learn to operate machinery, Carpentry and bench work in connection. The image provided is too blurry to accurately recognize any text. It appears to be a grayscale photograph of a person standing in front of a building with a large archway. The person is wearing a light-colored shirt and dark pants. The background includes a wall with a decorative element and a doorway. A GROUP OF YOUNG COOKS. All students learn to do by doing. The image shows a vast, open field with a few scattered trees in the background. The field appears to be covered in grass or low vegetation, and there are no visible buildings or other structures. The sky is overcast, suggesting a cloudy day. 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. The image provided is too blurry to accurately recognize any text. It appears to be a grayscale photograph of a room with a desk, chairs, and a television set. The room is dimly lit, and there are no discernible features that can be clearly identified. CHEMICAL LABORATORY. Making Negro scientists. Physics and Soil laboratory also maintained. CHEMICAL LABORATORY. Making Negro scientists. Physics and Soil laboratory also maintained. Missouri. By THEO. BAUGHMAN. Special Scribe. We reached Laclede, a town where the colored population is not large enough to count, in a gully washing rain, but what few persons we could see readily enlisted as subscribers. Between trains we met the following persons, who will in the future be readers of the Plaindealer: Mrs. C. Clark, Mr. R. W. Warfield, Mr. J. T. Drew, Mrs. J. B. Reed Every one had a good word to say about The Plaindealer. Mr. C. C. Clark is one of the race at Laclede, Mo., who is conducting a cafe and doing well. He and his good wife are in their own place of business and by feeding right and giving each a square deal, are succeeding. The scribe between trains visited their place of business. When you are in that town and want something good to eat, call on them. This is about the only colored enterprise to be found there. The Plaindealer man made many friends for the paper at Trenton, Mo. He had an opportunity to speak to the A. M. E. Sunday School as well as address the congregation at that church, Sunday night. The pastor, Rev. Jackson is a leader who always has time to let a worthy cause be represented in his church. Mr. Ed T. Booker, who for 47 PAOLA, KANHSAS. Rev. K. P. Bound is in Oklahoma on business. Rev. H. M. Davis has been filling his pulpit in his absence. Miss Alma Taylor daughter of Mr. and Mrs. R. M. Taylor, left Wednesday for Quincy, Ill., to visit relatives. Prof G. W. Lowry and Miss Daisy Peak attended the session of the Grand Court of Calanthe and K. of P. at Leavenworth. Miss Parinda Crouch, of Lawrence, visited Mrs G. W. Lowry last week. She was favorably impressed with her visit. Mrs. Mary J. Adams, who has been at Tulsa, Okla for several weeks has returned home very much delighted with her trip. Mrs. G. W. Lowry, president of the Daisy Art Embroidery club has issued a call for a special meeting of the club at Mrs. K. P. Bond's residence for Saturday, August 7 to consider plans of entertaining the Art club of Garnett. Mr. Orell Williams was in Kansas City last week. Mr. and Mrs. R. M. Shelby, little Miss Estelle, Mrs. G. W. Lowry and Miss Zola Lowry, motored to Hilladale Sunday. Mr. King of Bonner Springs, is making his home with his daughter, Mrs. Alex Strother, of Paola. Mr. Marian Laye and Marian Dryden, of Osawatomie were in the city last week on business. Colored people of Paola, who go to either the O. K. or Empress theatres, show mighty little independence or race pride. They are penned off in these plates in remote corners and otherwise insulted. WINFIELD, KANSAS. Master Walter Fowler returned on Monday after spending a week with his aunt Mrs. Edward Thompson. Miss Lillian Franklin and Miss Minnie Goodwyn left Tuesday to visit friends at Lawrence, Holliday and Kansas City. They will be gone two weeks. Miss Belle Mack will leave next Thursday for Kansas City on a business trip and a few days visit. Miss Pearl Harding left Tuesday for a six weeks stay in Denver. She will also visit Maniteau and Colorado Springs. Roy Williams visited his best girl in Wichita, Sunday. Mrs. Andy Charles left Tuesday for Kansas City and Chicago. She will spend a week with her sister in Kansas City and then go to Chicago and spend a week with her daughter, Mrs. Lilion Goore. Mrs. Jessie Banks and Mrs. Rosa Works are in Leavenworth attending the K. of P. Grand Lodge. M. G. Holden and J. W. Jackson went to Oklahoma City visiting their parents. They will be gone for a week and will attend the Mason's Grand Lodge at Wichita before returning. Mrs. B. Taylor and Mrs. A. Maberry entertained Thursday evening in honor of Miss Bee Maberry, of Lawrence. Mrs. C. Prabudson, who has been on the sick for sometime, much improved. Rev. B. L. Stradford left for a two week treatment at the service in Claigmore, Okla. Pref. M. W. Freeman, a stout principal of the Western Tukegee, + + + Items of Interest in Regard to Progress of Our People. years has been a tonsorial artist, is conducting a modern two chair place for white trade and as he is an artist, he is kept busy. Some of the best whites are his patrons. He has a real good home, presided over by one of our best women. These good people have an accomplished daughter, Mrs. Brummell and another, Mrs. Golden of Kansas City. There are three sons, Messrs. Harry, Elmer and Tanner Booker. This is one of the families who are helping to make history for the race in Missouri. Forty-four years in the ministry and 44 years pastoring one church, Namrosh, Mo., and 32 years at Brookfield, Mo., is a record that speaks as loud as thunder as to his worth as a leader and a disciple of the Lowly Nazarene, but that is what Rev. S. Lewis, the old war horse Baptist minister can boast of. The pretty part he is held in as high esteem as the first day he accepted these charges. During this long time he has not missed 26 times from being in the pulpit, feeding the race spiritual food on the Sabbath. He also pastors the Baptist church at Trenton, a live church indeed. Seven churches stand as his record at church building; 1,000 persons have accepted the Savior through his preaching. He is a deep thinker, an eloquent speaker and a safe leader. Topeka, was here in the interest of his school. Mr. and Mrs. O. C. Croons entertained at their home on West Map'e street Friday in honor of Mr. B. Fox and Mr. T. Woods of Parsons. Rev. B. Sneed, pastor of the A. M. K. church has begun a big camp meeting on the lawn at 15th and Pine streets. "The Bells of Blackville," the musical comedy that created such a sensation in the musical world, given by the Second Baptist, Sunday school, was repeated in the Baptist church at Cherryvale Friday night. Mr. I. Davis has returned after a visit to Western Kansas. Mr. Wm. Teal, of Council Bluffs, Ia., formerly of this city has returned to pay a visit to his uncle, Rev. Charles Teal. Miss Bee Mabery will leave Saturday for Perry, Oklahoma. Mr. C. Maddox, of Coffeyville, was a visitor in the city Sundayy Mr. B. Ford and Mr. T. Woods of Parsons satisfied all lovers of music Monday and Tuesday nights at two musical recitals given in the A. M. E. church. Both of these young men possess great musical talent and will some day make their mark in the musical world. ATCHISON, KANSAS. Mrs. Annabelle Murphy, of Chicago is here for a visit with her mother, Mrs. Mary Truehart. Elsworth Barnett, of Kansas City, is visiting at the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Pete Barnett. Mrs. Thomas Ingram went to St. Joseph, Mo., Wednesday to visit her son, John Ingram and wife. Paul Glover passed through the city Saturday en route from Kansas City to Minneapolis. Ed Washington, of Omaha, Nebr., passed through the city Wednesday en route to Kansas City, where he was summonsed on account of the illness of his brother, Will Washington. The Washingtons formerly lived here. Clifford Murphy spent a few days in Kansas City last week. Mrs. J. F. C. Taylor and children left Thursday for Colorado Springs, Colo., to visit her parents until Sept. Mrs. Myrtle Griffen, of Kansas City, arrived Wednesday for a short visit with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. P. Pennel. An exhibition drill was given on Thursday evening at True Eleven hall by the Cadets of Ebenezer Baptist Sunday school and Moses Dixon Palatine Guards. Miss Mable Jackson, who has been visiting in St. Joseph, Mo., was called home on account of the illness of her grandfather. Mrs. John Stone and daughter, Effe Penniston, left Thursday for a month's visit in California. Mrs. Lottie Wade, of Rulston, N. M., is here for a visit with her sister, Mrs. Marin Peterson. Mrs. Rucker, who resides in Kansas City with her daughter, Mrs. M. R. Green, is visiting friends in this city. Dr. C. A. Williams seems so perfectly happy latey. What's the cause? The young man of the city gave a very enjoyable dance at Forest Park Monday evening. Mrs. Thomas Brown left Polly for Omaha to visit her sisters. Dr. Frank Penless went Sunday and Monday in Kansas City. Miss Marie Overstreet assisted by local talent gave an excellent redital at Ebenezer Baptist church Tuesday evening for the benefit of the B. Y. P. U. It was well attended. Mrs. Myrtle Grant and Mrs. John Williams left Sunday night for Sioux City, Ia. Mrs. A. B. Cheek, who has been seriously ill at her home on Pott street is very much improved though still confined to her bed. Rev. and Mrs. J. R. Frazier returned Tuesday after a few days visit in White Cloud and Highland. Mrs. Bettle Suge, who accompanied them also returned. Mrs. Louise Hughes left Tuesday for St. Joseph. Mo., to visit her granddaughter, Mrs. Charley Lankford. Miss Irene Maxey is suffering from a severe attack of inflammatory rheumatism. Her sister, Mrs. George Newland of Kansas City is here helping care for her. Mrs. Oscar Banks and children left Tuesday for a visit with relatives and friends in Lincoln, Nebr. Miss Elizabeth Henry attended the basket meeting at Highland Sunday and from there went to Troy to spend a few days. Rev. M. J. Smith was in Kansas City last week. Mr. Clarence Hughes of Horton visited in Hiawatha Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Banks have greatly remoled their house and they now have as neat and nice home as any of the colored citizens of Hiawatha. Sir J. B. Brown of Atchison was in the city Sunday distributing bills of a Grand Drill to be given by the Royal House of Media, of Atchison. Communion services were held at the Baptist church Sunday afternoon by Rev. M. J. Smith. Deacon Brown of Atchison, assisted. --- BAXTER SPRINGS, KANSAS. Rev. J. W. Lavender, pastor of the Bethlehem Baptist church of Sedan, has returned home and reports a glorious time. Mr. Noah Harwill is still on the slick list. Mr. and Mrs. Richard Hunter, of Kansas City are visiting the latter's mother, Mrs. Scena Smith. Mrs. Jennie Douglass, of Kansas City, has returned home after a six weeks' visit with her sister, Mrs. Luella Lavender. Quite a number of the Baxter people attended the Association last week at Parsons. Miss Lela Lavender has returned home from Pittsburg where she has been attending the Normal. Rev. J. W. Lavender and daughter, Miss Mabell, left Wednesday for Neosho, Mo., to attend the association. The Mount Olive Baptist church is without a pastor. All good preachers are invited to come and we will be delighted to hear them. GARDEN CITY, KANSAS The county normal institute began the 21st and the Lucas sisters, two splendid young ladies are attending. Miss Hattle Thompson will soon leave for her home in Oklahoma. She is one of the few young ladies who succeeds in residing in and leaving the town without being degraded or besmirched by demons who are ever on the alert for debasing respectable people to their own disgraceful level. Rev. M. S. Jones has returned from his outing to the care of his flock which seemed quite follorn without him, and so the church is taking on new life. Rev. Hendelson and wife left recently for Great Bend, where it is hoped the change of environments will be conducive to Mrs. Henderson's recovery. Mr. Lucas has again returned to the city. Nearly all who went to the harvest fields have returned with more or less of the harvest money in their pockets, which has been deposited in the banks by the few wise ones. Mr. R. W. Ford speaks of leaving soon for Hutchinson, thence to Wichita, to attend the Masonic Grand Lodge. It is reported that sixteen out of the twenty-five passed the civil service examination for rural letter carrier on route No. 1 out of Holcomb, Mr. Martin of Saint John, having found employment, has decided to remain in the city for awhile instead of going further west. Mr. N. McCormick is absent from the city attending the K. of P. Grand Lodge at Leavenworth. COFFEEVILLE, KANSAS. Mr. and M. Wilson, of Independence, were pleasant visitors in the city Sunday. Mrs. Dylie Robertson and her brother, Mafr. have been from a very pleasant trip in Oldenburg. Mrs. Isabel'e Chippeau visited her friend, Mrs. Harris in Independence Sunday. The great church carnival is going on this week at Bethel A. M. R. church. A great financial effort is on and the members and friends are working to that point. Rev. D. A. Jefferson left Tuesdoy morning for Kansas City. Mrs. W. A. Longaker has returned from a visit in Oklahoma. Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Dodd have returned from Pittsburg, where Mr. Dodd had been attending the Normal. Mr. N. N. Gilbert and about 12 friends gave a surprise party on his wife, Mrs. Gilbert, last Monday evening, it being her birthday. The affair was indeed a great surprise to her. The evening was enjoyably spent in different amusements.. At a late hour a very dainty one course luncheon was served. The colors carried out were pink and white. The guests departed wishing Mrs. Gilbert many more happy birthdays. Jittle Alice Hunnigan, of Muldrow, Okla., is here visiting her aunts, Misses Lillie and Ida Hunnigan. Mr. Taylor, of Omaha, Nebr., is here visiting his brother and family a few weeks. Dr. J. T. Whittaker, of Oklahoma City, Okla., is here assisting his brother, Dr. R. S. Whittaker with their father who is very ill. JACKSONVILLE: ILLINOIS. Mr. and Mrs. Davis and Mr. Jno, Warden came over from Carrolton, Ill., with Bartley's medicine shows. They dance and sing well. Mrs. Julia Jenkins has returned from East St. Louis. She also visited Lovejoy. Mr. Dale Harrison, of Hutchinson, Kansas, attended his daughter's funeral here. Mrs. Gertrude Dugan was a recent St. Louis visitor. Rev. Shaw was called to Chicago on account of the death of an aged lady whom he was well acquainted with Mrs. Eliza Hattwood of Mattoon, was a recent guest of her sister, Mrs. Sarah Bell of Ashland avenue. Miss Ethel Porter visited her father in Hannibal, Mo., recently. Paul Blue, of S. Clay avenue, attended the Griggsville fair and also visited in Pittsfield. Misses Katherine and Gladys Hayden visited Mrs. Trumbo at Griggsville. Mr. Arthur Carter left on the 1st for Saldaio to cook for a camping party. Mrs. Frances Dugan, of South Sandy, visited friends recently in Mexico, Mo. Mr. Jacob Reed, of Wo'cott street, visited friends in Mexico, Mo., recently. Miss Jessie Allen, a delegate to the Household of Ruth, attended the meeting at Chapman as did also Mrs. David Short, Mrs. Wm. Robinson and Mrs. Ada Cooper. She also visited her mother in Decatur. Mrs. Hattle Wilburn is on the sick list and Mr. Riley Gipson is some better. Mrs. James Majors, Mr. Tom Allen and Mrs. Nora Wells, have been numbered among the sick. Miss Marie King, of Jacksonville, has returned home after visiting her brother, John King and family. The "All Stars" defeated the Franklin team August 1st at Franklin. It was a hotly contested game. Rev. Muckay was in Buffalo recently and while away visited Springfield where he conducted quarterly meeting. The remains of the little son of Miss Etta Roberts were interred at the East cemetery. Mrs. Katie Dunn and Miss Margaret DeWitt were Peoria visitors recently. The "All Stars" defeated the Springfield boys in a fast ball game recently. The board meeting of the Second Baptist church was held July 20. The supper given $_{\mathrm{n}}$ July 22d by the choir of the Second Baptist church July 22d was largely attended. A grand musicale was also held. Quite a neat sum was realized. Mrs. Higgins, of Saint Louis, Mo., was the guest of her sister, Mrs. Shelby recently. Miss Zelda Richardson, of Peorin, visited her father and grandma here recently. Rev. Mackay and family and Miss Ada Wright, were royally entertained at an excellent dinner July 18 at the home of Miss Serena Herman. Rev. E. M. Harris returned from Mason City, Danville, Paris and Champagne and also portions of Missouri. He preached on several occasions what on the trip. The funeral of Hazel Harrison was held recently from the A. M. E. Church winer, she was a fit in a membe and Sunday school worker, she was a faithful member of the A. C. H. I. Resolution were adored by the League and read by Roy Ross. Roy May officiated and was wisely assisted by Roy Lark. The choir furnished music and the flowers were cared for by four young ladies in. --- terment in East cemetery. The funeral was largely attended. Daisies and Snap Dragons formed the center piece at the exquisite luncheon, Saturday, July 24th, given by Ida Ballance at her home on N. Washington Ave. The lunch cloth and napkins were in delph blue and the place cards in blue added much to the attractive table. After lunch the guests hemmed towels for the hostess, who was a June bride. Places were laid for Misses Mollie Dixon, Mabe] Griffin, Ethyl Woodard, Fay Oliver, Lucy Neoly, Georgia Bradford, Isis Brooks, Mrs. Edythe Fauver and Mrs. Ballance. Miss Alice Wilson left Wednesday, July 21st for Chicago, Ill, where she will take a six weeks course at the Burnham College. The funeral services of Mr. Don Richardson who died Friday July 16th were held Tuesday, July 20th at his home on N. Mead Ave., conducted by Rev. E. T. Fishback of the New Hope Baptist church. Mr. and Mrs. Edward Reeves have returned from Colorado where they spent several weeks. Mr. Howard McDaniels of Omaha, Nebr., is the guest of his brother Mr. Russell McDaniel. Rev. R. B. Williams, the blind evangelist of Topeka, Kansas, is conducting revival services at the Tabernacle Baptist church. Mrs. Huggins spent a few days in the city last week, the guest of Miss Grace Jones. Mrs. J. C. Harvis of Pine Buff, Ark., is the guest of Mrs. E. P. Blakemore. Mrs. J. M. Bowen of Kansas City, Kansas is in the city the guest of her daughter, Mrs. Lutie A. Brown. Please call Market 2171. If you have any news that will interest others. Mr. and Mrs. Henry Winlock of Denver, Colo., were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Johnston a few days last week. Prince Kaba Rega of British East Africa gave several lectures on the "Ways of Africa and the People of Africa" while in the city, Sunday night at the A. M. E. church and on Monday night at the A. M. E. Pleasure Garden, moving pictures of Africa were shown. He is the son of King Rega of East Africa. Mr. J. D. Linsey of Tulsa, Okla., is in the city. Mr. and Mrs. E. P. Blakemore had as their juncheon guest Monday, Mrs. J. C. Harris of Pine Bluff, Ark., Kov. C. A. Williams, Prince Kaba Rega and Prof. F. L. Barnett. The Alsbic club met Tuesday, July 20 at the home of Mrs. D. McAdams on N. Water street. Twelve members were present and responded to quotations from Cook. An hour was spent in needle work and conversation. Mrs. McAdams served a dainty lunch, after which hte club adjourned to rat Tuesday, July 27 at the home of Mrs. M. A. Lloyd with Mrs. Lillie Ross as hostess. Dr. Chas. Price our Dentist, is enjoying a good practice. A divorce was granted Tuesday, July 20th to Dr. G. G. Brown from Mrs. Lutie A. Brown on the grounds of extreme cruelty. Mrs. Brown was given the home property and the full custody of the two children. Dr. Brown contributes five dollars each week for their support. He is to pay $50.00 attorneys fees and the cost of the court. NOWATA, OKLAHOMA. Mr. Andy Ruler of Viota was here last week. Mrs. Anna Hughes who has been in California the last three years is here visiting her mother, Mrs. Iulu Bean Jones. Mrs. James Askins has returned from Kansas City. Ulysses R. Smith spent last week in Chetopa, Kan. Mr. Wash Brown of California is here for a few weeks. Quite a number had an enjoyable time at the moonlight social at Mr. Carter's on South Willow. A large delegation attended the Sunday School convention at the A. M. E. church last week. Mr. Chas. Nevills formerlyy steward at the Elks Club has resumed his old position at the Rex drag stone. Mr. Wm. Russell was in Coffeyville last week. Mr. Charles Nance is visiting in Kentucky this week. Mr. George Amber of Hayden and Mrs. Hattle Edwards of this city were married here Saturday evening by Reverend Davis. Mr. William Upshaw returned from Coffeyville Saturday. CHELOPA, KANSAS. The Doubar Program was well ded at the Bathlehem church in colly night. Mrs. Corrine Powell was the promoter. The concert will relatively be telecast at the rehearsal Aur. 18. Mrs. George Kelley of Independence visited Miss Corrine Reade and later last week. Mrs. Rosa Jackson and daughter, Verna left Thursday for Pittsburg. Mr. Ollie Jackson of St. Louis is here visiting relatives. Parents, train your children so you will not have to weep over their deeds. Don't expect teaching to do it all, for it will not. Don't expect your child to make your living. Train and educate your child then we will be competent to assist you. The Psalms recited by Miss Powell is a well sought lesson. NEWTON, KANSAS. Mr. and Mrs. C. W. French went to Colorado for their usual summer outing. Miss Cornella Roach went to Colorado Springs last week for visit with her sister Miss Mary who is cut there for her health. Mrs. Amanda Roach went to Cushing, Oklahoma to visit her daughter, Mrs. Bohanan she will remain indefinitely. Mrs. Bell Bennett who has been spending a few days with Mrs. J. M. Gross went home Sunday to Hutchinson. Mr. J. H. Snowden of the Hutchinson Blade spent a few hours in town last Saturday. Mrs. G. L. Bell came in Monday from Wellington and is at the home of her mother, Mrs. Milton Roach. Mr. William Pinkard is having his house remodeled and two new rooms built on and when completed will be one of the nicest homes in the city. Mr. Jake Perkins is doing the work and has showed our people that he is competent and is after the business. We are glad to have one of our own race so efficient. Mrs. Pearl Brown returned from Marion where she spent the week end. Mrs. Lula Miller has secured the position as matron at the A. T. & S. F. station in this city. This is a new office opened up and while Newton is putting on so many airs with its paving, the Santa Fe will not be left behind in making this town have the appearance of a city. We will have red caps next. Rev. Anthony Sims of Newton and Mrs. Jenetta Bradley of Hutchinson were quietly married Sunday afternoon at the home of Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Page on East 6th street. They will reside in this city and will be glad to welcome their many friends to their home. All Newton predicts for them a prosperous future and wish them much joy. LAWRENCE, KANSAS. Mrs. Johnson Smothers and children are visiting relatives in St. Joe. Mr. H. G. Davis attended the a of P. Grand Lodge at Leavenworth last week. Prof. Carter of Western Tuskegee, Topeka, was in the city last week on business. Rev. G. N. Jackson, moderator of the Kaw Valley District Association, attended the Association at Kansas City last week. Miss Mable Gleed visited friends in Topeka last week. Mrs. Marybelle Baskerville of Abilene, Kansas is visiting in the city, the guest of her sister, Miss Janie Alexander. Sunday, August 1st, was rally day at St Luke A. M. E. church, Rev. G. N. Jackson, pastor of Ninth street Baptist church preached a fine sermon in the afternoon. Mrs. Pearl Watts returned to her home at Sylvan Grove, Kansas, after a week's visit with her mother, Mrs. Elsie Watts. Mrs. Hazelwood, matron of Western Tuskegee, Topeka, visited in the city last week, the guest of Mr. and Mrs. M. C. Byrd and family. Miss Margaret Oliver of Missouri, is visiting in the city, the guest of Mrs. Alice Thompson. Misssea Florence and Laurenia Kiser of Bloomington spent Friday in the city. On July 23, 24 and 25, the Kansas Conference Branch Woman's Mite Missionary Society held their 11th annual convention at St. Luke A. M. E. church which marks the period of the most successful years work in its history, spiritually, intellectually and financially. Quite a number of out of town delegates were present. The annual sermon was preached by Rev. P. D. Davis of Ft. Scott, Kansas. The sessions closed Sunday afternoon, after resolutions of thanks were unanimously given to Rev. and Mrs. Payne and members of St. Luke A. M. E. church. Miss Janie Alexander is president of the Lawren e Woman's Missionary Society and Mrs. Sphin Snowden, retiring. Mrs. Henrietta Martin, dressmaking, class from 9 to 12 end 1 to 4 o'clock each Tuesday, W. Wednesday and Friday, 812 Panama avenue, Phone 808. 50 cents a lesson; bring your own goods and make your own dress. CHILES. ..... Editor THEO. BAUGMAN, Travelling Agent at the Postoffice at Topeka as Second Class Mail Matter. OUR LETTER BOX. Salina, Kans., July 21, 1915. Editor Chiles, Dear Sir: Am moving westward in the interest of Western University and the young men and women of Kansas and the West. It is a great big interest and a great big job, but it is worth all it costs. It is no little task to be an educational missionary. There is quite an awakening on the part of our people along this line. But there is in the mind of our people an unhappy thought, if it may be called thought, against or not altogether in favor of education. Unfortunately, trickery, scheming, loafing and other unworthy actions have been associated with education until they lend color to the thought. In this discussion my mind is not on those students and their parents who have seen and still see the educational vision and their number is increasingly large, but my mind, my trip is directed toward the host that has not yet felt the awakening; that mass that is a little inclined to the scotching activity. When one visits city after city and observes the large number of young men and women who are educationally near sighted, he wishes that some means of performing a farsighted operation might be had. Some one has said that "without a vision the people perish." There is much in statement. The Goliath in the path of our educational advancement is the stultifying, hindering effort killing question—a question which produces a "dead center," a question that inhibits thought, is "What's the use?" The question is a good one if it is backed up by a motive to move out and act. There are some things that cannot be delivered on a spoon. I remember with pleasure during my childhood days that I heard the words "get an education:" I went after it. I went into the school room. Did in a measure what they told me to do. They gave me certificates, diplomas and a degree for obeying them in my small way. I received a life certificate for the schools of Kansas. I received an Instructors certificate to "teach in the county institutions of the state of Kansas and receive pay for the same." They told me to get an education. I am still after it, whatever it is or wherever it is. I feel that I hear coming from an increasing number, the same question enlarged; What's the use of a colored man's securing a certificate to teach in the institutions of Kansas, "Use" is a hard word. There is pleasure in being a pioneer. And remember pioneers have followers. There are men and women of color just as capable of teaching in institutes as others. Then, too, there are others who must have enlarged visions. And don't forget please, we are in the Vision Enlarging Business." I am pleading for the young men and women, boys and girls to join my Vision club. Am ready to receive names. Let the "Use" answer itself in effort. Get an education. I am still after it. Yours encouragingly. G. ARCHIBALD GREGG. HUTCHINSON. KANSAS. An Emancipation celebration which eclipsed any in past history was given Thursday at Riverside Park by the members of the People's Civic League. Large crowds from surrounding towns were present at this grand affair. At 10 o'clock a parade consisting of the Hutchinson Concert Band, the boosters of the League, Sunday schools of the city and out of town visitors formed at Convention Hall. The principal speakers of the day were Hons. S. S. Grabill and Rev. Allen. The speech of Rev. Allen was noteworthy and a masterpiece; thrilling the audience from start to finish. Many amusements were in evidence during the day. Meadames Gross, Downing and U. S. Rickman, of Newton, were in the the city Thursday. Mrs. Rickman remained in the city two days on business. Prince Kabha Rega, a native African, spent ten days in the city and while here gave a stereoptican lecture at the Second Baptist church on Tuesday evening which referred to his native land. He is well educated, speaks seven different languages and is a brilliant character. Lawyer E. P. Blakemore and Ron. G. M. Rarrison, of Wichita, motored to the city on Thursday to attend the picnic. Lawyer Blakemore was booked as one of the principal speakers of the day, but owing to an auto accident, arrived too late. He is one of the attorneys for the Interurban railway company which is now under construction. Mr. and Mrs. Benj. Butler entertained a number of the small children of the city, honoring their granddaughter, Velma Mae. A merry time was had by all present this being a birthday affair. Mr. W. M. Browne will represent the Eastern Star at the Grand Chapter which convenes in Topeka this week. Mr. and Mrs. W. E. Owens, of Denver, Colo., have returned and will make their home here. Quarterly meeting services were held Sunday at Bethel A. M. E. church. Three communion services were held. Miss Lillian Payne, of Topeka is visiting frends n the cty. Mr. James Collins of Abilene, visited relatives and friends in the city. Mr. Marcus Tucker, who has been absent from the city for sometime, has returned home. Mrs. Mollie May, who was accidentally injured is able to be out again. Mr. Walter Gothard, of Columbus, Ohio, is visiting in the city. Mrs. M. C. Rhoten, of Junction City, is visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Perkerson. The Baptist Association is at present in session and a number of delegates and visitors are in attendance. The program was splendidly carried out and all enjoyed the affair. A well drilled choir furnished music for the occasion which was a credit to any congregation. Mrs. Joe Bell and son spent the week in Wichita. Presiding Elder A. H. Brooks continues on the sick list. His daughter, Mrs. Riley, of Holton, is at his bedside. Misses Alta and Leathy Underwood' visited in Colorado Springs. PROCLAMATION Kansas City, Kansas, Aug. 3d, 1916, A. L. 5916, A. JN, 2445 A. L. 3915. A. IVV. 2445. To all High Priests, Kings and Scribes of all subordinate Chapters holding allegiance to the Most Excellent Prince Hall Grand Chapter of Holy Royal Arch Masons of Kansas and its Jurisdiction thereunto belonging, thrice greeting: Know ye that I, C. A. Long, Most Excellent Grand High Priest of Holy Royal Arch Masonry, in and for the state of Kansas and its Grand Jurisdiction; there belonging with the high power, virtue and authority in me vested by the Constitutional provisions of Most Excellent Prince Hall Grand Royal Arch Chapter of Kansas make this my Proclamation: To all High Priests, Kings, Scribes and all Companions of all subordinate Chapters in the Jurisdiction: JOHN H. C. A. LONG You are hereby notified that the Prince Hall Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of Kansas will convene in its 37th annual Grand Convocation in the Masonic Temple, 615 N. Main street, Wichita, Kansas, Monday, August 23d at 9 a. m., for the purpose of hearing and adopting the Grand Officers' reports and to transact all business that belongs to said Grand Chapter. C. A. LONG, G. H. P. PROCLAMATION Whereas, it has come to my notice that the National Baptist Convention meets on the same date as the Grand Lodge of U. B. F. and S. M. T.; and, Whereas, several of the officers of the Grand Lodge are officers of the National Baptist Association, and must attend both sessions; It is hereby designated by me, as Grand Master of the United Brothers of Friendship and Sisters of the Mysterious Ten, that the Grand Session will convene on the 8d Tuesday of September, the 21st-day of the month, instead of the 1st, as heretofore stated in the city of Coffeyville, Kansas, with the Lodge and Temple. Given under my hand and seal this 22d day of July, 1915. G. McNEAL, Grand Master, DR. H. D. VOORHIES, G. Sec. OLATHE, KANSAS. Mrs. M. E. Ross visited in Lawrence Saturday and Sunday. Mrs. H. O. Conquest of Harvey, Ill., is visiting her aunt Mrs. Rachel Johnson. Mr. and Mrs. Joe Fanion, Mrs. Chas. Coleman and son, Floyd spent Friday in Kansas City. Miss Lida M. Crump attended the Grand Court of Calanthe at Leavenworth last week. Miss Sabre Adams entertained at dinner Thursday evening for Misses Ethel Moore and Helen Williams, and Messrs. Albert Robinson, Albert Lewis and Eugene Jenkins. The stork brought a fine baby girl to the home of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Tonoda last Thursday., the 29th. Misses Maude and Mae Ferby very pleasantly surprised their mother, Sunday, Aug 1st to a four course dinner. Covers were laid for seven. The occasion being the 51st birthday of Mrs. Ferby. Messrs. Andy Williams and W. Rollins spent Sunday afternoon in Kansas City. The Olathe Browns (colored) crossed bats Sunday with the Inter City cubs (white) at Luby Station. Fred Allen of Kansas City is visiting his parents, Rev. and Mrs. J. W. Allen. The Olathe Chautauqua opened the 30th ult. The Dixie entertainment will be on the program Wednesday, the 4th. Roy Brown spent Monday and Tuesday in Kansas City. WINFIELD. KANSAS. The delegates from Winfield to Rutchinson to attend the Baptist Sunday School Convention: Misses Edna Hogan and Jossie Montgomery, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas B. Downney, H. G. Holden, Mrs. Anthony Monroe, Mrs. Charles Walton, Mrs. Will Hogan and Rev. C. R. Bruster, pastor of the 2nd Baptist church. H. G. Holden and J. W. Jackson are back from their visit to Oklahoma City. They report a very pleasant visit with relatives and friends. J. W. Jackson stopped in Perry, Okla., to spend a day with Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Wood. The barbecue on the 4th of August was quite a success and was well attended. The receipts were nearly $75.00. Rev. Bray of Mutchinson made a splendid talk on the progrus of the Negro. He also spoke of the things that are hindering the Negro's progress. Re is an able speaker. Miss Leona Pastella left for Guthrie last Friday to visit friends. She will be gone about two weeks. Clarence Lewis and Roy Williams went to Wichita last Thursday to see the big show and carry water for the elephants. Miss Mattle Campbell went to Emoria last Thursday to visit her sister, Mrs. Robert Wilson. She will be gone about two weeks. Mrs. Chas. Walton came over from Coffeyville last Saturday to visit her father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. Dan Flemings and attend the Sunday School Convention in Hutchinson Mrs. Walton is quite a church worker and we trust she will soop return to Winfield. Mrs. Thos. Works of Perry, Okla. is visiting at the home of Mr. and Mrs. S. J. North on South Manning street. Mrs. Works used to live in Winfield, fifteen years ago. She was Miss Florence Alwell. Among the visitors who went to Hutchinson to attend the Sunday School Association were Miss Inez Franklin, Miss Gertrude Nichols, Miss Dorothy North, Mrs. Frank Montgomery and Mrs. Thomas Cottom. LEAVENWORTH, KANSAS. Miss Lowery returned last Thursday from Pittsburg. Misses Myrtle Johnson and Emma Haworth returned last Friday from Emporia. Mr. Sam Mason, of Birmingham, Ala., and Mr. James Cone were visiting friends in Topeka last week. Miss Lillian Hardwick, head nurse at the Stafe Hospital at Osawatomie, is visiting her aunt, Mrs. James Cone. Miss Lowery entertained Miss Hardwick and Mr. Mason, Tuesday at dinner. Miss Blanche Miller returned on Tuesday from Wisconsin. Miss Sara Cobb, of Pittsburg, is visiting Miss Lowery. Mr. Mason, who had been visiting Mr. and Mrs. James Cone, left Friday for his home in Birmingham, Ala. Mr. and Mrs. Ingram, Mrs. Will Ingram and Rev. G. W. H. Ross, of Portwilliams, attended the funeral of Mr. Wilson Sunday. The funeral of Mrs. Rebecca 'Car- rol was held Sunday from Bethel A. M; E. church. The S. M. T., and Daughters of Rebecca had charge of the funeral. Mrs. Conteo was able to be out Sunday. (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 Cella 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. Attorneys for Plaintiff. Attest: C. W. Bowers, Clerk of District Court. (First Published July 23, 1915.) In the District Court of Shawne, County, Kansas. ADA B. PARSONS, Plaintiff. vs. No. 29,571. MARION L. PARSONS, 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. Flaintiff. 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. TERESA M. SWITZER, Plaintiff, 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. NOTICE of Hearing Application for Pardon or Parole. Notice is hereby given that Alfred B. Black, Jr., of Shawnee county, who was convicted in the District Court of Shawnee county on the 28th day of December, 1906 and who was sentenced to imprisonment in the state penitentiary for a term of not less than 10 to 21 years, for the crime of Highway Robery has filed in the office of the Governor of the State of Kansas his application for pardon or parole, as may seem fit, and that such application will be for hearing and determination before the Governor at Topeka, on the 15th day of August at 2:00 o'clock, when and where any person may appear and show cause, if any he has, why such application should or should not be granted and an unconditional pardon, or a parole, be granted said Alfred B. Black. ALFRED B. BLACK, Jr., Fetitloner. Dealer In Second Hand Clothes and Shoes. 1190 Lincoln St. Topeka, Kansas 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. Two fairs for one fare The Santa Fe is the only line to both California Expositions, at San Diego and San Francisco. You can see the "near" East and the "far" West at the great world's Cliffs. Go this year and get acquainted with California. The Panama-Pacific Exposition at San Francisco is an exposition of progress; the Panama-California Exposition of San Diego is one of processes—shows just how things are done. Santa Fe exposition tickets offer you a free side ride to Pueblo, Colorado Springs and Denver in the Rocky Mountain playground. You can also visit Grand Canyon of Arizona, earth's scenic masterpiece; Santa Fe, o'dest city in the U. S., and Petrified Forest on the way. Near Los Angeles is Universal City, where the men's are made. Copies of Santa Fe travel guides and exposition folders are waiting for you. Ask me for 'em. Fred Harvey men's, four daily California trains, comfortable tourist agencies and both expositions on the Santa Fe. T. L. KING. CITY PASS. AGT. Topeka, Kans. Phone 187. ZEIGLE Wholesal Ice Cream and "Fancy Ta 1301-1303 KANSAS AVE. LINCOL Located on Woodla Nineteenth and KANSAS CITY. The Finest Park for the and Enjoyment of THE MANY ATTRACTIONS ARE —Moving Picture Show and High-class Vaudeville with a seating capacity of 1,000; Booker T. Washington Band Statd 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 Two for one The S. California and San You can West at the and get ac The Pan elco is an California processes Santa Fe side ride to ver in the You can zones, earth o'dest city the way. Near Los the man's Copies o tion folder for em. Fred H tra bot Santa Fe (First published in the Topeka Plaindealer, August 13th, 1915.) PUBLICATION NOTICE In the District Court of Shawnee County, State of Kansas. ALICE WEBBER, Plaintiff, vs. No. 29606 LEMUEL D. WEBBER, Defendant. State of Kansas to Lemuel D. Webber, GREETING:— You are hereby notified that you have been sued in the above court by the above named plaintiff, for an absolute divorce, and that unless you answer the petition of the plaintiff or otherwise plead thereto, on or before the 25th day of September, A. D., 1915, the said petition will be taken as true and judgment rendered against you in accordance with the prayer of said petition. Cause of action, abandonment for one year. T. D. HUMPRREYS, Attorney for Plaintiff. Attest: C. W. Bowers, Clerk, By Florence F. Scott, Deputy. We Deliver. ER & SON, sale and Retail and Sherbets. able Butter." TOPEKA, KANSAS. N PARK and Avenue Between d Twentieth Sts. MISSOURI. e 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 Parlor; 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 Metto: "Good Order at all Times." POPULAR PRICES. fairs one fare Santa Fe is the only line to both California Expositions, at San Diego on Francisco. can see the "near" East and the "far" the great world's Farms. Go this year acquainted with California. Panama-Pacific Exposition at San Francisco exposition of progress; the Panama-La Exposition of San Diego is one of shows just how things are done. Fe exposition tickets offer you a free to Puchlo, Colorado Springs and Denise Rocky Mountain playground. can also visit Grand Canyon of Aristarch's scenic masterpiece; Santa Fe, in the U.S., and Petrified Forest on Los Angeles is Universal City, where is pro made. of Santa Fe travel guides and expositors are waiting for you. Ask me Harvey men's, four daily California trains, comfortable tourist guides and both expositions on the Santa Fe. T. L. KING. CITY PASS. AGT., Topeka, Kans. BROOKFIELD, MISSOUR. Mrs. Ada Flerry has been ill for a week. Master Jerold Lee is visiting his grandmother at Brookfield. Mr. George Moore of Kansas City, Mo., was called here on account of the death of his brother, Beramon Woodson, who departed this life on Sunday, July 25, 1915, at 6 P. M. Funeral services at the M. E. church and interment at Rose Rill cemetery. Their many friends extend the bereaved family their heartfelt sympathy. The church aid society met at Sister Bridgeets, July 30th, 1915. Arter some sewing, refreshments were served. Mrs. Estella Pinkerson has come to spend one week with her mother. Mrs. Henrietta Martin, dressmaking, class from 9 to 12 and 1 to 4 o'clock each Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday, 832 Kansas avenue, Phone 2608. 60 cents a lesson; bring your own goods and make your own dress. --- Missa Mabel Gleed of Lawrence is visiting in the city. Miss Claudelia Jackson is spending the remainder of the summer in Chicago, Illinois. Mrs. Fagan of Kansas City, Mo., left last week for San Francisco, Calif., to attend the fair. Mrs. Neil B. Milligan of Kansas City is spending a month in Denver, Colo., and Colorado Springs. Mr. B. G. Williams, janitor at the State house, who has been in the hospital is able to be out again. St. Mary's club of St. Simon Episcopal church will have a pie sale at 408 Kansas Ave. next Saturday. Mr. E. G. Greene was a pleasant caller at this office one day this week and paid substantial respects. Mrs. Lida Riley of Overton, Neb., is visiting her mother, Mrs. L. M. Hickman, and grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. D. Hickman. Miss Theresa Jackson, daughter of Prof. Jackson, is going to visit her aunt, Mrs. Jennie E. Stone, of Princteon, New Jersey. Mrs. David Beard entertained the Junior Stewardesses last Tuesday afternoon. Mrs. Allen of Chicago made interesting remarks. Miss Ruth Scott and Miss Era McAdoo have returned from a few days' visit at Manhattan with Miss McAdoo's cousin, Mrs. Johns. Miss Mabel Plummer of Hutchinson, is in the city attending the session of the Grand Court, O. E. S., and is the guest of Miss Ida Taylor. --- The Civic Improvement club meet recently with Mr. Geo. Yose, 1306 Monroe street. The next meeting will Aug. 19th with Mr. C. Vernon at 1176 Lane street. Rev. W. P. Banks of Salina, a former pastor of the Third Baptist church of this city, arrived in the city Tuesday to attend the grand session of the O. E. S. --- Miss Victory Nestfield of Parsons, is attending the session of the Grand Court, O. E. S., and is the guest of Miss Lutie Hawkins on Jackson St. Miss Nestfield is a teacher in the city schools of Chetopa. 0 Something unusual for Shawnee county, which has over 6000 colored people, in the fact that in the last trip to Jansing to the state prison, of eight prisoners not one was colored. This speaks well for the race. Mr. James Eagleson has returned from his vacation of two weeks' visit at La Junta, Colorado Springs and Denver, Colo. In Denver he was the guest of the Ross and Rice families, and also of Mr. John Hightower, an old Topekan. --- The little Misses Dorothy Howard and Lillian Robinson entertained a number of their little friends on last Thursday afternoon from 2 to 5 at the home of the former, 1458 Washington street. Covers were laid for ten and a most enjoyable time was spent by the little folks. 0 Mr. and Mrs. L. W. Shaw and daughter, and Mr. Shaw's sister, Mrs. Frazier, were out Monday on a trip to Wakarusa after the finny tribe and spent a very pleasant time. Besides the fish(?) they caught on the trip there was corn bread, green corn, griddle cakes, etc., which added to the joy of the occasion. Mrs. Shaw proved the champion fisher. --- Rev. G. McNeal, grand master of the U. B. F. and S. M. T., who is on his annual tour of inspection of the lodges and temples, was in Manhattan on Thursday of last week and returned to Topeka on Friday and finished his work with the local lodges here and left Saturday morning for Kansas City. He reports the order in a prosperous condition throughout the jurisdiction. --- Miss Frances Carpenter entertained a few friends informally at her home last Friday evening complimentary to Miss Hazel Hickum of Kansas City, Mo., who is visiting with Miss Vivian Sims. Those who were present were Miss Hazel Hickum, Miss Dora Reeves, Miss Flora Barker, Miss Reita Reeves, Miss Jensie Hagan, Miss Annabelle Sawyer, Miss Vivian Sims, Means. D. Moss, Glen Beck, Harold Monroe, Percy Smith, Clinton Duke, Macco Perkins and Albert Pottinger. Little Misses Frances Hayes and Irene Guy served. GROWN-UPS IN CONCERT. The ladies of the sewing circle of the Third Baptist church, under the management of Mrs. P. C. Tomas, pulled off one of the most interesting concerts seen at that church in several months. The program was opened with singing by the congregation, and the invocation was by the pastor, Rev. W. W. Ewing. Just preceding the formal opening of the program all characters in the concert held a grand march around the room. The one special feature of the program was Mrs. Ona Evans in "Mrs. Parson Smith from Edwardsville," and those who didn't get a quarter's worth of fun out of that feature will have to call on Uncle Noah Webster to take the "ouci" out of grouch." She was superb. The songs by her were interesting: "Po Mourner" and "Keep the Old Ark Amoving." The song by Mrs. W. W. Ewing as "Mrs. Doflicker from Washington, D. C.," "The Beggar Woman," was a striking feature, as was also "Old Black Joe" by Mr. J. C. Clemens. Other interesting parts were by: Mrs. Louise Parker as "Mrs. Mary Redwine of Craborchard" and Mrs. Lottie Spaulding as "Mrs. Few Clothes from Boston" as delegates; "A letter from Possom Hollow, Ala.," by Mrs. Ingram as "Mrs. Would If I Could;" Mrs. Vina Bush as "Mrs. Blue Jay from the West" and Miss Alice Cantrell in readings; a vocal solo, "The Curtains of Night" by Mr. J. C. Clemens, which was a fitting prelude and lent solemnity to the occasion for the presentation of "Night On Shilloh," a recital, by Mr. John M. Dorsey, a graphic picture and beautiful portrayal of the scenes on the great battlefield of Shilloh. Grandma Baker was the historian, Mr. Jack Clemens as "Happy Hooligan," Mrs. Anna Noble as "Suzanne" Mrs. Dovey Brown as "Miss Hanna Black from Hannibal," as bridesmaid and Mr. J. M. Dorsey as "Stepanfetchet" as best man, made up the bridal party for the mock wedding, with Mrs. Ona Evans as "Parson Smith" and Mr. Frank Kenney as the "Sheriff from Mississippi." Old and young enjoyed this treat. Miss Nelle E. Mason, Mrs. Rosa Hudson, Mrs. Mary Anderson, Mrs. Minnie Kenney, Mrs. Belle Gurton and Mrs. C. Murphy had charge of the refreshments and sold out. Mr. John Dandridge and Mrs. S. F. Malone were on the door and were satisfied with receipts. Mr. P. C. Thomas was the master of ceremonies and Miss Evalyn Thomas presided at the piano. NATIONAL S. M. T. Mrs. Mary Greer, worthy princess of Golden Sheaf Temple No. 17, who was a delegate to the triennial grand session of the National U. B. F. and S. M. T., recently held at Kansas City, reports the following:—Temples representing from Alabama 41; Arkansas 100, Juveniles 33; California 8, Juveniles 3; Colorado 13; Indiana 29; Illinois 79, Juveniles 6; Kentucky 105, Juveniles 25; Kansas 46, Juveniles 17; Massachusetts 1; Minnesota 3; Missouri 311, Juveniles 35; New Jersey 1, Juveniles 1; Ohio 267, Juveniles 4; Oklahoma 101, Juveniles 35; Texas 322, Juveniles 50; Tennessee 76, Juveniles 6. Officers: Mrs. Edmona Watkins of Cairo, Ill., national grand princess; Mrs. Holdridge of Oklahoma, vice; Mrs. Ida Garnett of Missouri, national grand secretary; Mrs. Wiley of Arkansas, assistant; Mrs. E. Moore of Texas, national grand treasurer; and Mrs. Shores of Kentucky, national treasurer of Balkman Trustee. The session was a harmonious one and much good work was accomplished and the citizens in general of Kansas City extended their courtesy to the visiting delegates. --- Miss Daisy Florence Stonestreet, daughter of Hon. F. M. Stonestreet of the firm of Stonestreet & Son, the undertakers, was married on July 23 to Mr. Harry Carper, a very fine and industrious young man, who is now employed on the Dally Capital. Mrs Carper is one of Topeka's intelligent and industrious young ladies and is the happy possessor of a host of friends. The Plaindealer joins with them in wishing the happy couple a prosperous journey through life. Mr. E. G. Greene, who is chauffeur for H. A. Auerbach, formerly of Iola, is an industrious young man and owns seven acres of land 1½ miles from Iola, where several colored men own from two to seven acres of land. This shows good judgment on the part of our people to get suburban property, where they can raise hogs, chickens, etc. Mr. Greene has a wife and one child. He is an $_{\mathrm{n}}$ expert on an automobile. --- A letter from Attorney John E. Roundtree, of Terre Haute, Ind., informs us that he and wife are doing nicely in that place and success is coming his way in his chosen profession. He also enclosed a snapshot of his office, which shows himself and Mrs. Roundtree looking as happy as two lovers. Continental Ice Cream ..In Bulk, Bricks or Fancy Designs.. Dainty and Delicious. Shipped Everywhere. BEATRICE CREAMERY CO., The annual report of The Florence Crittenton Mission (colored) has just been issued in neat pamphlet form and shows receipts as follows: State $300; county $100; donations $114; Federation of Women's clubs $7.50; Auxiliary $6.45; inmates $40.55; superintendent $17.14; entertainment $5.65—a total of $951.29. Disbursements amounted to $947.74—leaving a net balance of $3.55. Besides the cash the county furnished $48.40 worth of coal. The number of inmates during the year was 54, as follows: Women and girls 24, babies 22, children 3 to 8 years old 8. Number cared for free 12. Number died 3. The officers for the ensuing year are Mrs. S. F. Malone, president; Rev. J. M. Brown, vice president; Mrs. Jas. H. Guy, secretary-treasurer; with Mrs. A. R. Jackson, Mrs. James Johnson, Mrs. Sam Jones, Rev. E. C. W. Cox, Rev. N. L. Smith and Rev. Geo. Gilbert Walker completing the board of directors. Mrs. Malone is superintendent of the the films and Mrs. Heater Bloodworth is matron. Dr. T. P. Martin and Dr. M. L. Rose are the physicians; Jas. H. Guy, attorney, and Rev. C. G. Fishback, Rev. B. R. Rose, Rev. I. W. H. Terrell and Mrs. Jas. H. Guy are auditors, and Mrs. G. W. Guy is chairman of the Auxiliary board. ..In Bulk, B Dainty and Delici BEATR Topeka, PHYSICIANS AND SURGEONS DR. J. M. JAMISON—327 Madian St. Special diseases. Phone 959. DR. J. LOUIS RANSOM, Physician and Surgeon, 409 Kansas Ave. Phone 4265. ..Office Hours; 9:30 to 12 a.m. 2:00 to 5:00 p.m.; 7:30 to 9:00 evening. Sundays by request. OFFICE HOURS: 9 a. m. to 12 m. 2 p. m. to 5:30 p. m. 7 p. m. to 8:30 p. m. Sunday by Appointment. DR. M. L. ROSS, Physician and Surgeon, Calls Answered at Night. Office 720 Kansas Ave.-Tl. 3987. Res. 1837 Monroe St.-Tel. 3987 R. 2. Office hours: 9:30 to 10:30; 8 DR. THADDEUS P. MARTIN Physician and Surgeon, Phone 3608. 832 Kansas Ave. Residence: 1026 Buchanan St. Residence Phone: 8608 R. 2. Tel. 774 Res.—734 Ring 2 OLIVER A. TAYLOR, M. D. Physician and Surgeon, Office: 334 Kansas Av., over Giblar's Drug Store, across from Throop Hotel. Calls answered Night and Day.—Res. 1535 Van Buren St. DR. W. ROGER RUSSELL, DENTIST. All Work Guaranteed to Give ... Satisfaction. .. 832 Kansas Av. Phone 1623 Miss Theresa Jackson, younger daughter of Prof. and Mrs. G. W. Jackson left Monday afternoon for the East to make her home with her aunt, Mrs. Jennie Harris, who lives in Princeton, N. J. She was guest at a number of social functions and her many friends wish her success and happiness during her long trip. Miss Margie Malone has returned from Omaha, Nebr., where she had been visiting with her sisters for several weeks. She reports a very pleasant time. Little Edith Blue accompanied her back to Topeka. Mrs. Henrietta Martin, dressmaking, class from to 12 and 1 to 4 o'clock each Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday, 832 Kansas avenue, Phone 8608. 50 cents a lesson; bring your own goods and make your own dress. Mr. Al Bryant of Kansas City in visiting his mother and other relatives in the city. Mr. Bryant is employed in the street department of Kansas City, Kansas, and is one of the leading citizens and is also one of Topeka's former boys. Mr. Richard Hightower, the contractor, was stricken with paralysis last week, but is somewhat better at this time. We wish for him a very speedy and complete recovery, as he is one of Topeka's staunch and leading citizens and such men as he are needed in Topeka. Mme. Pope Turnbo Malone and husband of St. Louis, Mo., visited the national grand session of the U. B. F. and S. M. T. at Kansas City recently. They were highly entertained by their many friends. Mr. and Mrs. Malone are the leading manufacturers of hair preparations and are making good. tinen Ice Cream Bricks or Fancy ous.** Shi RICE CREAMER The Churches ST. JOHN A. M. E. CHURCH. (Rev. J. M. Brown. Pastor.) In the auroral light of another Sabbath, a clear sky smiled upon the earth and God's children arose with thanksgiving that another bright day of praise was theirs. At the appointed hour for service the doors of St. John were thrown open while bells all around pealed forth their call to worshippers, and as Pastor Brown mounted the pulpit, he was greeted by an eager appreciative audience. The text was taken from Eccles. 4:5, subject, "Our owes and our obligations." Rev. Brown delivered a rich seaching sermon; and among other things said, were thus: "In the rounds of our daily life, we are constantly making vows, and great distresses often follow. Lot your name mean something. Be a true representative and take your vows seriously before God and keep them." The earnest advice sank deep into the hearts of the listeners, and as the closing time drew near, the pastor exhorted his flock to be christians seven days of the week; stand on the solid rock, keep their promises and the assurance of God's protection is theirs. Mrs. Pearl Waddlington joined church Sunday morning. The Sewing Circle, Junior Stewardess and Ladies Aid Society served delicious meals at the church Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. The Kansas Annual Conference will convene in Kansas City, Kans. Sept. 22. Let every loyal member and friend of St. John act well his part in helping make the report of our church all that it should be. Rev. Fishback of Shiloh Baptist church will preach at St. John, at 3 P. M., the 4th Sunday in August, the 22nd. The occasion being a special rally, under the auspices of the Steward Board. Shiloh choir has also been invited to furnish the music for the services. And now that the Lindsey mortgage has been liquidated all should cheerfully save their dollar money and their conference funds. Do not forget the great rally party Master Maurice Rardeman is on the sick list this week. Mrs. Mary Goff has gone to St. Paul, Minn., to visit her son, Jane Goff. Miss Keziah Wims has returned from a visit with her sisters in Chicago and Kalamazoo, Mich. Mr. J. C. Brown of Salina is attending the grand session of the O. E. S. and is the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Wims, 1434 N. Kansas avenue. --- Mr. Robert L. Hayter of Enid, Okla., was called to Lawrence on account of the illness of his mother, Mrs. Adelaide Hayter. He stopped in Topeka yesterday enroute home. Miss Blanche Taylor and Miss Mae Wire of Kansas City stopped in the city a few days en route to the Fair in San Francisco. While in the cit they were guests of Miss Lutle and Ara Hawkins. --- Miss Cornelia and Thelma Coleman of 628 Polk street left Thursday for Kansas City to visit Mrs. Cole of McCabe's High-class Colored Musical Comedy. Miss Thelma will go from Kansas City to St. Paul, Minn., to visit her brother, Mr. Ted Coleman and wife and Miss Cornelia returned to Topeka Friday evening. Cental ream cy Designs.. shipped Everywhere. RY CO., Kansas. to be given by the Senior and Junior Stewartlesses Thursday evening, Sep. 2nd. Our last quarterly meeting will be held the 2nd Sunday in September. The evening services were well attended, good music furnished by the choir. Rev. J. J. Alexander delivered an excellent sermon. He chose his text from St. John 11:28, subject, "Love and Might." Rev. Alexander beautifully protrayed Jesus as the world's comforter and emphasized the facts that Jesus is ever present and from him we may always obtain comfort and that prayers made in faith without doubt, will be answered. BROWN CHAPEL CHURCH Friday night was general class and love feast; song by the congregation; prayer by J. S. Chiles; song 108; scripture lesson, 103 Psalms, read by H. W. King, P. E. He very plainly pointed us to a higher and brighter life, by encouraging us to live closer to Christ. Sunday morning services were well attended. At 11 A. M., selection by choir; prayer by Rev. Ross; scripture lesson, St. John 14:1-19, read by Rev. Ross. Sermon by H. W. King, P. E., using as a subject, "Come and see", text Rev. 5:11. He being inspired with the Holy Ghost, delivered one of his able sermons and we were made to think as those of old, surely the best has benn kept back till the last; At 3 P. M., song 311; prayer by Rev. Terrell; selection by choir; scripture lesson by Rev. J. M. Brown. The sacramental sermon by Rev. T. F. Miller, D. D., using as a subject, "And the people brought more than enough," text. Ex. 30:6. He delivered a very scholarly sermon. Sunday School was well attended. A short talk from our Presiding Elder, H. W. King, which was very interesting. A. C. E. League was we'll attended. Lesson was led by superintendent. At 8 P. M., song 12; prayer by Wm. Baugh; scripture lesson, 70 Psalms, 1:5, read by pastor; sermon by Ef. W. King, P. E., using as a subject, "Lay up for yourselves treasure in Heaven." Text Matt. 6:19-20. As this was our last quarterly meet- ing for this conference year, we very grateful to the visiting m ters and their members who are readily to respond to our aid and feel we are indebted to them when ever we can assist them. Next Sunday morning, Rev. W. Tyler will break the bread of life to us. You are expected to fill your seats is usual. He will use as of subject, "The Importance of Min." Text 8 Psalms, 4th chapter. Don't fail ye to hear him as he is a very able man and needs our encouragement. We are glad to know that Mrs. J. S. Chiles is able to be out again. Miss Winona Sprad'ey went to Kansas City, Mo., Sunday for an indefinite stay. At this writing, Mrs. Jane Washington is very much indisposed. I Don't forget that Aug. 29, the 5th and last Sunday will be the steward rally and a good old time basket meeting will be, also that means dinner at the church. Come ye and dine with us for we shall look for you. Mrs. Harriett Ross, mother of Rev. Ross is visiting with him for a while. Henry Campbell, Jr., left Sunday at noon for San Diego, Calif., to visit his uncle. There will be a lawn feast at the Washington school house next Tuesday evening. Ice cream, pop and pie will be served. A mask drill will also be a part of the program. Captain, Miss Okellan Grant. Proceeds for the benefit of the play ground. Come out and be with us Rev. R. W. Wells, the well known colored Billy Sunday was taken back to Gainesville, Tex., last week on a requisition, charged with forgery. We received a notice too late to have the requisition held off in the governor's office. Had we known it in time we would have had it held up for the reason that we think it was a trumped up charge because he had been in Kansas several months and his name had been published in the newspapers and he was therefore not trying to hide from anybody. We think it was a game put up by some of his enemies; and when we hear the full particulars, will be glad to publish the facts as they are whether good or bad. We have very little respect for Texas or southern justice whether a case be between colored people or between colored and white, when a colored man is envolved it is he who has the longest pole who gets the persimmon. The members of the St. Simon Girls Militant held a picnic supper at Gage park last Wednesday. The members of the club that were present were Miss Valeria Griffith, Mrs Tillee Jones, Miss Jaunita Griffith, Miss Captolia Jones, Miss Hazel Griffith, Miss Mattle Thompson, Mrs. G. G. Walker, Mrs. E. M. Guy. The guests were Miss Angie Young, Mrs Cleo DePricst, Miss G'dys Martin, Miss Mattle Whitman. Petition for Vacation. To Whom it May Concern:—Notice is hereby given that on the 9th day of August 1915, C. P. Bolmar filed his petition with the Board of County Commissioners, praying for the vacation of a part of Stephens' Addition to the City of Topeka, as recorded in Plat Book No. 6, page 44, in the office of the Register of Deeds as follows: Lot numbered 199, 201, 203, 205, 207, 209, 211, 213, 215, 217, 219, 221, 223, 225, 227, 229 and 231, all on Winter street, in said addition; all of Juninta street from the West line of Winter street to the West line of said additon; all of Winter street from the North line of lot No. 231 Winter street to a point 320 feet North of the North line of the Chicago Kansas and Nebraska Railway right of way; all of Railroad street from the West line of Winter street to the West line of said addition; all of the alley on the West line of said addition from the North line of lot No. 231 Winter street to the South end of said alley as platted. The said Board has fixed Monday, August 30th 1915, as the date for hearing said petition, when all interested may appear and be heard thereon. Dated at Topeka, Kansas, this 9th day of August, A. D., 1915. C. P. BOLMAR, Peltioner. WICHITA, KANSAS. Complimentry to Misses Mary and Gladys Patterson, of Florence, Miss Isis Brooks entertained eighty-five friends at tea from 1 to 6 o'clock on Monday Aug. 9th at her home on Ohio street. Mr. Andrew Hall, of Fort Scott, was theguest of relatives last week. Miss Verna Hall visited with her mother, Mrs. Graves in Pratt last week. Any person writing this office for information will please send stamp, if an answer is expected. --- "Klean Maid" College Hill Bread It's Made in the "Sun-Lit G. L. Jordan, Bakery on College Hill." 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The Norfolk Aid and Investment Company, 516 Queen street, Norfolk, Virginia, recently held a meeting and decided to combine with the local Negro Business League and become a branch of the National organization. The merging of the two organizations has very greatly increased the strength and widened the influence of the local league. Rev. J. A. Handy is the president. The Brown Savings Bank of Norfolk is in a very healthy condition. E. C. Brown is president and William M. Rich, cashier. Starting six years ago, its total assets in 1909 of $10,434 has increased to $67,827.09 in 1914, which is being added to from twenty to thirty thousand each year. The Christmas Saving club feature is very popular. In 1914 the bank paid to the depositors in this club the sum of $23.000. At the time the members of the club are now making weekly deposits, the outlook is favorable for the return of $100,000 the forthcoming Christmas week to the fortunate depositors. The newspaper and job printing establishment of the "Journal and Guide," "The Newport News Star" and "The Planet" of Richmond, Virginia. are about the most complete businesses of its kind owned by the race in the United States. The payroll of the "Journal and Guide" is about $700 per week. Messrs. A. B. and H. C. Young, president and secretary respectively, as well as editor and associate, are experts and know what to do to succeed in the difficult field of journalism. Col. Matt Lewis, the owner and editor of the "Star" at Newport News, also has his paper on a substantial basis and a balance on the ledger in its favor at the end of the week. John Mitchell, Jr., editor of "The plant a new No. 14 Linotype, the lat-Planet" has recently installed in his est creation of the Mergenthaler Linotype Company, of New York, and the first machine of the type to be introduced in this district, comprising Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia and North Carolina. It has a range of adjustability hitherto unattained in a machine with such new complicated parts. It makes and sets the type for both straight and job work. Nowhere else in the country towns of Virginia are there to be found colored merchants handling a larger percentage of the business in town and sustaining quantity than in Kenbridge. The Mercantile Cooperative Stock Company is doing a live and extensive business. The commodious brick building 30x70 in a good location on Broad street and it contains a well selected stock of merchandise; every shelf is crowded. Messrs. C. C. Carrington, president; G. W. Cralle, secretary; J. A. B. Cralle, treasurer, are men of broad experience and real business capacity It would be hard to find three men more competent and better qualified to handle big business than these men The possibilities of this company are very great. The Cralle brothers also conduct a successful dry goods business, carrying the best and finest fabrics, including ladies and gents furnishing goods. The colored people of Virginia pay taxes on real and personal property to the amount of $34,743,656. They pay taxes on personal property and real estate in the city of Richmond to the amount of $3,180,662. At the close of the Civil War they were practically penniless. BARTLESVILLE, OKLA. Mr. Dixon, the tailor spent a few days at Muskogee recently. days at Muskogee recently. Miss Daisy Peak has returned to her home at Paola, Ks., after a short visit with her sister, Mrs. II. II. Morrison, and friends. Mrs. Lulu Fields recently visited with friends at Coffeyville, Kans. Lulu Fields entertained recently at the home of the former on West 8th street for a number of friends. A two course luncheon was served and at a late hour all departed declaring a most enjoyable time had been spent. Those present were Mrs. W. M. James, Mrs. Cosey, Mrs. Farmer, Mrs. Eddings, Mrs. Manning Mrs. Germany, Florence Black, Cora Morrison, Era Hawkins, of Topeka, Kans., Daisy Williams. The affair was given in honor of Miss Daisy Peak of Paola, Kansas, and Mrs. Germany. Mrs. Myrtle Dixon attended the grand session of the Court of Calanthe recently held at Leavenworth Kansas. The Carnation club met recently with Mrs. Lulu Fields and the evening was spent in crocheting, after which a dainty luncheon was served. The club adjourned to meet next with Mrs. Hazelrig. Mrs. E. Manning recently entertained a line party in honor of Miss Daisy Peak of Paola, Kansas, and after the theatre, at her home on Osage street, a reception was held and a fine menu served. Those in attendance were Mrs. Jess Brown of Coffeyville, Kansas, Mrs. H. H. Morrison, Millie Luster, Mary Cosey and the honoree, Miss Daisy Peak. There was a picnic given Aug. 3 4 and 5 at the City park under the auspices of the K. of P. and all in attendance enjoyed the affair. OTTAWA, KANSAS. Rev. T. D. Lee filled the pulpit at the Third Baptist hurch Sunday. In the evening he preached a splendid sermon to a large and appreciative congregation. The Mission Circle gave an all day picnic Thursday and everyone had a good time. Music was furnished by Payne's Military Band. "Servant of God well done; rest from thy love employ. The battle over, the victory won, enter thy Master's joy." On Saturday, July 25th Bro. Richard Jackson departed this life and was buried July 27. Funeral services were held from the Third Baptist church, the Rev. J. R. Richardson, Kansas City, officiating. Mr. John Glaspie is very ill at this writing. Miss Dora Barnes, of Quenemo, and Miss Leona McCurry, of Kansas City, are the guests of Rev. and Mrs. John A. Allen. Mesdames Mary Allen and Madie Bell and Rev. Mrs. Allen attended the Mite Missionary Convention at Lawrence. They report a good time. The Ottawa Payne's band played for the M. W. A. picnic at Princeton Thursday. There will be a picnic at Forest Park Wednesday, Aug. 4th for the benefit of Saint Paul A. M. E. church. Exercises will be given at 10:30 a. m., with a parade from Main street to the park. Music will be furnished by Payne's band. Rev. and Mrs. John Williams, of Pittsburg, conducted services at the Second Baptist church Sunday. Miss Dora Barnes left for her home Thursday evening. Mr. and Mrs. Oliver Lewis entertained complimentary to Miss Leona McCurry. STICK TO THE FARM (By Maggie Ladell Riley, R F D. No. 4, Lawrence, Kas.) Listen! hear the story of four little Words Told in thyme that perhaps you've heard. And let it in your memory hook While steadily at me, let every one look. Tis a message to youths concerning the farm. The place that will never do you harm. A field for independence, the healthy the wise. And the happiest creatures under God's blue sky. So stick to the farm I advise, dear youth, For I believe I'm speaking the honest truth. "Ah, the country is grand!" said one noble man, For 'Tis there you'll find the richest land. And however the minds of others may lead. MY CANDY SHOP, 12th and Vine St., Kansas City, Mo. Bell phone 4866 East—Home phone 4213 East. This is the place to buy first class candies, fruit, ice cream and soda water. Give this place a call—Adv ```markdown ``` SAM WILLER. HUMAN HAIR GOODS CO. Shreveport, La. Hunting Roe The Magic is 9 millions SHAVE GO DRIER CO MAIR SEND MO Address Minne A BEAUTIFUL HEAD OF HAIR IS A LADY'S have it if she will use the Magic. The Magic will do straighten the curliest head of hair. It will also atm not injure the hair, because it is never heated direct, b is heated on ear Alcohol Heater, or any other heater. Best on the market Price per box, 52c. 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You will be convinced that OXFORD is unexcelled in quality. 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 will pay for your farm? Ican sell you a farm in Logan county, Kans. PRICES FROM $10 to $20 per acre—easy terms, fine soil, best climate. If you mean business, write S. E. CAREY. WHO 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 left me at Osage City, Kansas, nearly 40 years ago; left me with two children, taking my oldest girl, Alice. Charley Davis was a mulatto, with Roman nose and I have not heard from him or the girl from that day to this. I am a widow, left alone and would like to find my daughter. My name is Cella Ann Davis and you will find me by writing to the Plaindealer. WM. GRIZZARD has opened a buffet on 18th St. between Highland and Woodland avenues, Kansas City, Missouri, where he will serve fine drinks to the public. This is the first time that a colored man was ever permitted to open a drinking place in this district.—Adv. DIAMOND Bottling... Works THE DIAMOND BOILTING WORKS Phone 3178. Baughman Bros. & Legge, 2201 Lincoln St., TOPEKA, KAS. Mrs. Henrietta Martin, dressmaking, class from 9 to 12 and 1 to 4 clock each Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday, 882 Kansas avenue, Phone 3608. 50 cents a lesson; bring your own goods and make your own dress. When the City and want a nice place to eat and rest, step at Lee land Jackson, 14d, B. 46th St. West. Mias Clara Nuttall is enjoying a delightful summer vacation visiting in St. Louis, for a week attending the Grand Session of the Order of the Eastern Star, and the remainder of the summer will be spent in Chicago, and as house guest of her sister in Indiana. Mrs. Stalla Barker and little Nephew, Master Harold, are enjoying a delightful visit with her cousin Mrs. Emma Washington of Kansas City. Mrs. Washington is expected to return with Mrs. Barker and pay her mother, Mrs. Nellie Edmondson a visit. Miss Ethyle Alice Wilburn after visiting her brother and sister. Prof. II. V. Wilburn and wife and other friends of Kansas City, is now enjoying the sights and scenes of Denver Colo., the house guest of Miss Susie Hall and her mother Mrs. Lucy Hall. Mrs. Lizzie Massey of Denver Colo. is passing through the city enroute to Kansas City, as a delegate of the Grand Session of the Tabernacle. As this is Mrs. Massey's former home friends regret her brief stay. Mesdames Francis L. Boxley R. G. R. and B. secretary, Mrs. Bertha Fulbright, R. M., Mrs. Ada Clara Nuttall of Euclid Chapter, O. E. S. departed last Monday on the noon train as delegates of the United Grand Chapter, Order of Eastern Star which convened at St. Louis Wednesday A. M. July 21st. The Misses Edwina Smith and Blanche Doris Cooper are enjoying a delightful visit in Kansas City, Mo. They are house guests of Mrs. and Mr. Lee, 2404 Paseo, but sharing their stay with a host of other friends, relatives and Lincoln Institute class mates and students. Their stay is unlimited as they shall visit other cities. Mrs. Ida V. McAdams and Mrs. Mary A. Jarrett departed to attend the grand session which convenes in Kansas City, Mo. We hope for them a pleasant and profitable session. The rural home of Mr. and Mrs. Jessie Chamberlain has been the scene of many a pleasant party, hay rides and picnics during this warm weather. Prof. W. R. Fulbright will depart this evening to attend the grand session of the K. of P. and to join his wife who is representing Euclid Chapter, O. E. S., at the grand session. Prof. Fulbright goes as a delegate. Prof. Fulbright has been elected principal of the school at Humansville. We congratulate the Prof. and wish him unbounded success. Mr. William Bruce of Springfield was in the city attending the Shinners convention. He was entertained at dinner Friday by Mr. and Mrs. Forte, 1616 E. Howell St., Seattle, Washington. Mrs. Maude Smith Townsend sent her father, Mr. C. W. Smith a generous check to purchase her mother and sister, Mrs. Ellen Smith and Mrs. Lelia Smith a handsome and expensive stone to mark their last resting abodes. Mrs. Nellie Edmondson has recent. ly attended several house parties at Ash Grove, covering the distance by automobile. She reports delightful trips. The members and friends of Gibson Chapel C. P. church have been very successful in a financial rally, just closed. They will soon enter into the work of raising money to make much needed repairs. Rev. Arthur E. Rankin is pastor. One of the best, if not the largest convention known in its history was held at the Washington Ave., Baptist church, convening, Tuesday morning, July 20th. Twelve different states are reported to have been represented by some of the most brilliant and intellectual men and women of the country. Mr. and Mrs. A. B. Freeman's beautiful home was in charge of the ladies of the board who entertained with a delightful party in honor of the secretary of the board, a bride to be in the near future. The ladies presented the bride to be with a lovely present. Dainty refreshments were served to the invited guests and members of the board. Mrs. Mable Cobb after undergoing a serious surgical operation in which there were five physicians in attendance and having the excellent care of a trained nurse. Miss Marie Vickers, is recovering nicely. Mrs. Geo. Abernathy was a most amiable hostess to the Woman's Musical and Literary club, July 16th at her home on Minor street. A large crowd was present and greatly enjoyed her hospitality. Mrs. Mary A. Jarrett, president pro tem; quotations and study from Psalms of David Mrs. E. C. Johnson winning the prize for best quotation and Mrs. Lon Vickers winning a prize for best number on program. A delicious and sumptuous course menu was served to the visitors, Mrs. Mamie Abernathy and members, Mrs. Aber- nathy was graciously assisted by Mrs. Robert Danforth. At a late hour the members adjourned to meet with Mrs. Sadie Chamberlain, July 30th. Dr. J. B. Clark, the family physician of Mrs. Cobb was assisted in the operation by four other noted physicians. Dr. Clark has successfully treated several almost hopeless cases. The L. H. club at its last meeting which was a very pleasant one held at the residence of Miss D. B. Cooper, by vote adjourned for the summer The president, Miss Geneva Vickers announced that all should be present the first meeting in September. Miss Marie W. Andrews is enjoying a very pleasant yet a very studious summer in the University of Chicago. NEWTON KANSAS The ladies of the C. M. E. church gave a reception in honor of Mrs. J. W. Jacobs of Kansas City Kansas, at the home of Mrs. U. S. Rickman on west 8th St. The affair was very swell and enjoyed by Mrs. Jacobs. Miss Olivia Porter Grand Matron of the Order of the Eastern Star made her annual visit here last Thursday evening. She made a very impressive visit. She was much pleased with the work of this chapter. Mrs. Florence Peaches returned to Hutchinson after completing her course in the Poro hair treatment with Mrs. J. W. Gross. She will have the Hutchinson territory and open up a nice place at once. Mr. and Mrs. George Brown have moved to 515 East 8th St. Mrs. L. Simms, Mrs. W. H. Page, Mrs. U. S. Rickman, Mrs. Bertha Wagner, Mrs. A. J. Tandy and Mrs. J. W. Andersoh served a very good breakfast at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Anderson complimentary to Rev. J. W. Jacobs and wife. Plates were laid for fourteen and the little group was bountiful blessed with a talk from both the elder and his wife. SAVANNAH MISSOURI Services were well attended Sunday. The pastor, Rev. C. L. Holly preached two excellent sermons. Miss Carrie Turpin of La Grange Mo. upon invitation made an encouraging talk to the Sunday school. It was highly appreciated. Mr. and Mrs. Phelps and daughter, Floence, were visiting in Atchison, Kansas, recently. Mr. and Mrs. J. D. Powell and family were recent visitors at St. Joseph. The day was Mr. Powell's birthday anniversary. Miss Sarah Wagner and Mr. Austin Nichols are on the sick list. The entertainment given by Miss Grace, Lewis Thursday night was a success. Mr. and Mrs. Ransom entertained Mrs. Maggie Williams at dinner Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Banks of Des Moines, Iowa, were for ten days the guests of Mr. Harry Wilson, her father, and while in the city Mrs. Banks was royally entertained at receptions and dinners, which were given continually during her visit in her honor. Mrs. Banks returned home last week greatly elated over the cordial reception she received. They are staunch members of the A. M. E. church, of Des Moines. YALE. KANSAS. Mr. Caldwell Bennett still remains on the sick list but he is improving. Mrs. G. Murray and her daughter of Virita Okip, are visiting her sister Mrs. Mandy Caldwell of Yale, and will remain until the last of August. Mrs. H. White and Mrs. M. Moore, who left here last Sunday for the Grand Lodge in Salina Kans, leaves there Monday for Kansas City Kansas. Mr. J. Simms still remains on the sick list. Mr. D. Hudson visited his daughter, Mrs. B. F. Kinchols of Franklin, Sunday July 25. Mrs. S. White and Mrs. Cobb of Pittsburg were visiting friends here today. Mrs. Q. Edmondson, visited Franklin yesterday to the Odd Fellows lodge meeting. Mr. Walter Moore who shot fires at Western Mines No 17, has something wrong with his eye and it is expected he will loose it. Mrs. Frances Woods who recently left here and went to Pittsburg, was married, July 24, to Mr. Robt. Austin of Pittsburg and they will make their home in Franklin. PALMYRA. MISSOURI. Rev. S. L. Brooks preached two soul stirring sermons at Bethel A. M. E. church Sunday, July 27th. Mrs. Dhwiddle and Mrs. E. D. Greene who have been sick, are up again. The members of St. Paul Temple No. 4 recently visited the U. B. F. home at Oakwood and report a very enjoyable time. Miss Virginia Hunter of Moline, Ill., was a recent visitor with her mother, Mrs. Jessie Taylor. Mt. Hope Lodge No. 10, A. F. and A. M., rendered a program at the Bethel A. M. E. church on the evening of Aug. 6th, which proved very entertaining. George Rose of St. Louis, Mo., is visiting his grandfather, Mr. James Boas. Bethel A. M. E. church is preparing for a picnic Aug. 21st. Mr. and Mrs. Carl of Chicago, were recent guests of Nesdames Hart and Porter. Mrs. Pearl Sparks Harris is visiting her motor Mrs. Gabriel Sparks. Prof. and Mrs. C. M. Yeager, Mr. John Grant and Miss Alice Smiley recently motored to Hanubal, and while there attended the lecture given by the Rev. W. Sampion Brooks of St. Louis. On Sunday, July 11, Macedonia Lodge No. 4, St. Paul Temple No. 4 and Magdalene Juvenile Temple No. 20 held their annual sermon at Park Chapel Baptist church, Rev. Howard of Monroe officiating, who delivered an eloquent and impressive thanksgiving message, full of good and wholesome instruction. The collection was $22.30. Mrs. Venetta Johnson and children and Mary Alice Taylor of St.Charles were recent guests of Mrs. Susan Young. Mrs. R. F. Noland attended the grand session of the O. E. S. at St. Louis. Mrs. Callie Sandridge and daughter, Miss Bertha, were recent visitors at Hannibal. Prof. and Mrs. C. M. Yeager of Baxter Springs Kansas, are guests of Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Smiley. Mr. and Mrs. Harry Barnes, Mr. W. H. Dixon and Miss Thelma Dixon of Hannibal attended the recent U. B. F. and S. M. T. annual sermon. Miss Alethia Davis was a recent visitor at Antralia. Mr. Marion Sparks who visited at home with his parents, Mr. and G. Sparks, has returned to St. Paul, Minn. Miss Alice L. Smiley has returned from Baxter Springs, Kans., where she attended high school. Memorial services for the late Bishop H. M. Turner were held at Bethel A. M. E. church on Sunday, July 18th, and the following program was rendered: "Bishop Turner as a Soldier," Miss Lena Bryant; "Bishop Turner in Politics," Prof. C. M. Yeager of Baxter Springs, Kansas; song by choir; recitation by Miss Schuyler Bradley; "Bishop Turner as a Race Leader," Miss Alice Smiley; "H. M. Turner as a Bishop," Miss Maggie Lee; song by the choir; "Bishop Turner as a Pioneer," Mrs. N. L. Moss; "Bishop Turner as a Hero," Prof. C. S. Hurd; vocal trio, "Somebody Knows" Messrs. James Moss, Wm. Johnson, and Clarence Smith; closing remarks by the pastor, Rev. S. L. Brooks. PUEBLO, COLORADO. Mrs. Laura James and husband of Kansas City, Kansas were recent guests of Mr. and Mrs. J. A. James and while here were guests of honor at many homes in the city. Mrs. Tolbert and daughter of New York City, were recent guests in the city. Mrs. Tolbert was heard at the Bothelehem Baptist church on the evening of Wednesday, July 28. The Rev. R. W. Wells of Kansas who was expected to be at St. John A. M. E. church, failed to make his appearance in the city. Mrs. J. A. James very pleasantly entertained at her beautiful home recently in honor of her sister-in-law, Mrs. Laura James. Mr. Fred Norman, who has been studying dentistry in the East, has returned home for a short visit. Rev. Adams is making splendid progress in the erection of his new church edifice. Rev. Biggers has taken into St. John church 102 members. Bishop H. B. Parks D. D., of Chicago, Ill., gave a lecture at St. John A. M. E. church on Tuesday evening, July 20. Bishop Parks took for his subject "African Methodism" and made everyone feel proud of the fact, first that they belonged to the African race and secondly that they belonged to the A. M. E. church. He congratulated the congregation upon their intelligent appearance and told them that Rev. Biggers, who was among one of the best pastors in the Fifth Episcopal district had been sent to them because he could deliver the goods. The church gave an informal reception for the bishop and the Ministerial Allies and their wives. The bishop left here for Denver. Mr. B. F. Maloney has returned from a visit in Kansas. Rev. Biggers, who has been ill, has recovered and is again at his post of duty. KANSAS CITY. KANSAS. The carnival fair of the Metropolitan and A. M. E. churches began Monday and will probably continue for two weeks. Mrs. Taylor Jackson is president and Mrs. Lottie Williams is one of the main promoters. Mrs. M. C. Matthews has been asked to be chairman of the programs and she and Mrs. Ly'e will see to all the exhibits and art etc. Mesdames L. Williams and A. T. Marr ar9 the finance committee. It is being held on Washington boulevard between Tenth and Eleventh streets. The Ninth St. M. E. church, after a three months' rally raised $144.00 in their recent effort. Miss Gertie Langford has gone to Colorado to spend the remainder of the summer. The Sewing circle of the Metropolitan Baptist church held a very large meeting at the church recently and Miss Tina Calhoun sang a sweet solo; Mrs. Patterson and others discussed "Miracles" in an intelligent manner, and Miss Sherd of Oklahoma talked. The ladies are quilting a beautiful quilt, "The Texas Lily." Rev. D. A. Holmes preached an excellent sermon on "Miracles" recently and his congregation raised $50 in one day at an ordinary collection. The carpenters are working on the church. Two dramas were recently given at the A. M. E. church. The First Baptist church had Woman's Day on Sunday, July 25th, and Mrs. Emma Gaines of Topeka, was the principal speaker. The Far West Tabernacle gave a drama, "The Sniggles Family," recently at the Taborian hall. Some of the characters were: Mrs. Marie Wilson, Mrs. Link, Miss Mabel Wilson, Mrs. Stella Hayden, Mary Link, Mrs. Mary Brown, and others. A large audience was present. Rev. Warfield of the C. M. E. church and his memebes are now building at 8th and Oakland. Editor Nick Chiles of The Topeika Plaindealer was a recent visitor in our city calling on his large family of readers. Mrs. Maggie Gill of Omaha, Nebr., is visiting with Mrs. Mattox on Washington boulevard. Some of the representatives to the triennial session of the U. B. F. and S. M. T., which recently met in Kansas City, Mo., were; Mrs B. Carroll, Mrs. Sarah Parks, Mrs. S. Gregory, Mrs. C. Taylor, Mrs. Woods, Mrs. F. Johnson of Quindaro, Mr. J. W. Jones, Mr. Ewing, Dr. Voorhies and Rev. Geo. McNeal. The Kaners team of lawn tennis players played the Missouri team at 10th and Washington boulevard recently, but the rain came up and prevented a finished game. They will finish at Kansas City, Mo., at a future date. Mrs. Maggie Scales has returned from Springfield, Mo., where she had been attending court. She obtained a judgment of $210 against the U. B. F. of Missouri, which they had refused to pay. A HIGH CLASS RECITAL IN COSTUME. Dover, Oklahoma, July 28 Mrs. Geo. F. Porter of Kansas City appeared in the Opera House of this city and entertained a mixed audience to a program, the kind of which has never before heard or seen in this city. Among her most appreciated selections, the "Harry and Kate" sketch and the solo in Gipsy attire were clamorically applauded. We can say of Mrs. Porter that she not only has a voice of volume, range and sweetness, but she also has the characteristic air of a petite and charming little girl. She was assisted by Miss Pearl Shaw, and the citirens welcome at any time their return engagement. EMPORIA, KANSAS. Mr. and Mrs. W. E. Carter very pleasantly entertained at the beautiful suburban home on Sunday, July 27th, at a two course dinner for Mr. and Mrs. E. Collier of Emporia, the parents of the hostess, Miss Emma Howath and Miss Myrtle Johnson w. Leavenworth and Miss Florence Peaches of Topeka. The afternoon was spent in music and a nice time enjoyed in strolling over the farm. All remained until late in the evening and left declaring Mrs. Carter an ideal hostess. Card of Thanks. Chicago, Ill., July 27.—Mr. and Mrs. J. B. Williams wish to thank The Plaindonfer for the kindness extended them during the recent bereavement in the death of their son, J. B. Willimas, Jr. ```markdown ``` Mme. Beard's It removes dandruff and stops flossing of the scalp and takes out the kink and makes the hair grow longer soft and beautiful. ST. JOSEPH, ::- MISSOUR 50c Per Box. Agents Wanted ...T. K. KING... General Farming and Stock Raising. "Back to the Farm" LOOK! STOP! READ! Fine Western Kansas land for wheat, kafir corn, mase, barley, oats, corn, almost any thing planted grows and does well. Wheat yields from 25 on bushels to the acre. This land can be bought at the right price in small town or large ones, with small payments. Titles are good and terms are easy. It will be glad to hear from you in regard to this land, while it is cheap and waiting for you. Write T. K. King for further information, R. F. D. 1, Box 76, Plains, Kansas. Browder's Lafe, JAMES R. BROWDER, Prop. —First Class Meals at All Hours— Cholecest of Meats Served in this Cafe—Ice Cream, Soft Drinks of All Kinds—Private Dining Room in Connection. 1205 Kansas Avenue, GREAT BEND. ---: KANSAS Whea in Omaha THE : PATTON : HOTEL N. P. PATTON, Prop. (2 Blocks So. of Union Station.) —CAFE IN CONNECTION. Meals at All Hours. Phone Douglas 4445 1014-16-18 South 11th St. OMAKA. : NEBRASKA Konantz Undertaking and Carriage Co. FUNERAL DIRECTORS AND LICENSED EMBALMERS. GFO. A KONANTZ, Mgr. Telephone 174. 15 Wall St. FT. SCOTT, MAS. Great Radium ...Water... God's Gift to Suffering Humanity Flowing from the bowels of the earth —the greatest germasilter that's known. The diseased germs are busy tending down the tissues of the body. Come to Claremore, Okla., and bathe in the "Fountain of Health." Stop at Oak's Bath House Hotel. Rates reasonable. CLAREMORE, OKLAHOMA. WHEN IN Kansas City, Mo., AND WANT GENUINE Barbecued Meat, Call on HENRY PERRY, the Barbecue King at 19th and Vine Sts., —Who is endowed with the gift to cook meat. Baughman Brothers TOPEKA, KANSAS. Wholesale and Retail Dealers in Manufacturers of High Grade —SODA' WATER— Tel. 3840. 23rd and Lincoln Bln. By CLARISSA MACKE 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 Fearring. Suddenly she caught her breath as Messingwell's voice rang suddenly sharp and distinct to her listening ears. "Very well. Fearing; if you don't heat from me by noon you can do your worst—and go to the devil afterward!" Then she heard the receiver slammed on its book and the creak of his chair as he swung away from his desk. Emily Carman and been Alden Meslingwell's chief clerk for two years. It was a losing game for Messingwell He had come at the blinding 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 held the father low. The younger son had taken himself as far away from the toottering business as his means would permit, and so Aldea 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--ductors seldom are, you know-- but as long as I have a penny to my name the old sign shalt swing 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 machinery in the long mill buildings was out of date, and Messingwell's methods were hopelessly 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 lingered as he read it and promptly threw 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 flash of sympathy he had never failed to find there, and again he was rewarded. "did you know Fearing had bought up 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 bired a manager and kept out of it myself." She permitted a little silence to follow in order that 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 stare Fearing off for awhile." "You cannot do it. Mr Messingwell," said Emily sadly. "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, reaching for his hat. "We'll struggle Mrs.' P. W. White of Independence is in the city visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. Fine. Miss Fannie Pritchett of Kansas City, Kansas, spent Sunday here the guest of her mother, Mrs. N. J. Pritchett. Mr. Noble Fine and Misses Eva and Jessie Jackson returned to their homes in Kansas City, Friday, after a two weeks visit with Mr. Fines parents, Mr. and Mrs. E. W. Fine. Mrs. Fred Wilson of La Cygne, Kansas, spent a few days in the city last week, the guest of her mother, Mrs. Celia Morton. Mrs. B. D. Fine will entertain the Art club Saturday afternoon at her home. Rev. E. W. Smith of Girard, Kansas held quarterly meeting at the A. M. E. church, Sunday evening. Mrs. Maria Brown and daughter, Miss Bessie of Mound City attended quarterly meeting here Sunday. Mrs. David Hackner of Mound City attended quarterly meeting here last Sunday: Mr. Babe Graham of Mound City was in the city Monday visiting relatives. Mrs. Jane Frock attended services in Mound City Sunday. Mrs. E. W. Fine entertained a number of friends at her home Thursday evening in honor of Misses Jessie and Eva Jackson of Kansas City, Kansas and Mrs. P. W. White of Independence. A very pleasant evening was spent in playing whist, which was the feature of the evening. A two course luncheon was served. Those present were Mrs. B. D. Fine, Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Shelby, Miss Eva Stewart, Miss Cordelia St. Clair, Misses Essil and Evangeline Lacey, Mr. and Mrs. Robert White and Mr. James Morton. VINITA, OELAHOMA. The wedding of Miss Emma Hawkins and Mr. James Hardrick took place Saturday evening at the home of the bride's parents. The Rev. R. L. Green officiated. Mrs. Chester Williams left Friday A. M. for her home it. Chanute. She has been visiting a month. Mrs. A. Moore as been very ill and Dr. L. I. Ryan was called in. Miss Josephine Lynch has a'so been on the sick list. Mr. Louis T. Brown of Mushogee passed through this city en route to Parsons, Kansas. Miss Bessie Hill who has been away from Vinita about five years is visiting at the home of Mrs. W. H. Venters. A hay ride of twenty five went out last evening. A good time was reported by all. Mrs. Glarrett Bighnight has been very ill for a week. The missionary society met at the home of Mrs. W. H. Martin. There was not much sewing, as it was a business day. There was a large number present. A very dalty two course lunch was served. The president was in her chair but owing to the fact that Mrs. Venters was ill, she was unable to fill her place which is secretary. Mrs. O. Moore acted in her stead. Mrs. A. D. Johnson was elected delegate to the Grand Lodge which convenes at Tulsa, Okla. She is elected delegate for the Househo'd of of Ruth. Mr. A. D. Johnson will leave soon for Boley, Okla., where he will attend the grand lodge of the Mascins. Mr. L. B. Sudduth and Mr. Byron Elms left for Oswego Surday to spend the day. Mr. Joe Davis left for her farm out from Coffeyville, Kansas, where her son Jodie is very ill. There was a surprise party given on the Reverend Fagon and wife at the home of Mrs. Jane Thomas, where they are making their home. A nice time is reported. Mrs. Clarence Johnson has returned home from Kelso where she visited her sister, Mrs. Adam Davis. She will visit her mother and sister one more week before returning to Chanute, Kansas. WEIR. KANSAS. The band concert by the little Dixie band and the Pittsburg band on the 27th of July was a success financially. The $20.00 prize was won by the Little Dixie band... Ye scribe and his daughter, Mrs. Ethel Berry returned on the 27th of July from Coffeyville where they went on the 25th to attend the funeral of his oldest sister, Mrs. Emily Harts who died on the 25th at the age of 65. She was a widow and leaves 4 children and two brothers and one sister. Three children, one brother and a niece was present. She had lived in Coffeyville since 1891 and was a member of the A. M. B. church. Mrs. Francis Harris has been sick but is letter at this writing. Mr. O. S. Stewart has so'd his restaurant to Mr. James Jackson and will make his home with his daughter, Mrall Starlinf James, who lives in Littsburg. A The A. M. E. Surday School gave Jurisdiction of Kansas SIR WILLIAM CORE C. G. T., 1210 Lane Street, Topeka, Kansas. DT. SARAH WILLIAMS FORBES, C. G. R., Liscoln Nebr. their annual picnic at Taylor's Grove on the 31st. They had a nice time. The table was spread at 2 P. M. and blessing was asked by Prof. W. F. King. One of the largest meetings the Home Mission of St. John has had for some time was held on the 2nd at Sister Briney Robinson. Many visitors were present. The subject discussed was "How my religion helps others." Mrs. Bugger has had a very sick child, but $ \mathrm{h_{0}} $ is better. Mr. James Anderson has a very sick child at this writing. Mr. George Jackson who advertised for a barber some time ago has found his man and will put in a shop East of his 5 and 10 cent store. Mrs. Emma Gunner who has been sick so jung is up on the streets. Mrs. Frank Johnson is on the sick list this week. Prof. King seems to have bad luck with his hips. He bought two the other day and one did as soon he got it home and the other got out and he can't find it. KANSAS CITY, KANSAS The Baptist Women's Mission met two days before the Kaw Valley Association convened at the 8th street Baptist church. Mrs. F. B. Watson presided and Mrs. Rucker was secretary. The Bible Institute held by Miss Gertrude Solomon of Topeka was good. Mrs. W. A. Brown of Buxton, Iowa made a fine talk and has such a pure accent. She made a powerful plea for our women to not keep house for men without a license. After many discussions on good subjects and sermons by Rev. D. A. Jefferson of Coffeyville and Rev. Holmes the Women's department adjourned. Mrs. Abbington spoke for the Baptist College at Macon at the Metropolitan church. Sunday night. The A. M. E. and Metropolitan Baptist Carnival will begin Tuesday, August 10th and lasts two weeks. It will be on Washington Blvd., between 10th and 11th streets. Rev. Holmes and Rev. Ransom invites everyone to attend. Mr. Taylor Jackson is still very hopeful of his scheme's success. Mrs. Matthews, chairman of the program committee has appointed the following to assist her: Prof. J. P. King, Mrs. F. Morris, Miss Janet Green, Miss Florence Hughes and Prof. N. C. Smith Mrs. Flora Rice on N. 8th street visited her aunt, Mrs. Irene Arnold, one week, at Centralia. Mrs. James Ford and Mrs. Hale visited Mr. A. Toliver at Tonganoxie, Kansas, also ate dinner at Mr. John Caldwell's. The Metropolitan Sewing Circle met at the church and served a lovely dinner. Some features of the Lyceum program were music and a recitation by little Mayday Gayden, rendered fine elocutionary style. She will be a very fine reader when she gets larger. The discussion revealed our greatest benefactors were: Ex President Abraham Lincoln, John Brown, Charles Sumner, Wm, Lovejoy, W. L. Garrison, Mrs. Harriet Brecher Stowe and others. Our present benefactors as Mr. Rosanthal, Spirigarn, Col. Thos. Swope, A. Carnegie and other good white people are helping us today. The collection for one day at the Metropolitan church was $41. They also gave the missionary $6.00. Mrs. J. P. King and children visited in Topeka. Mr. Ivey, Mrs. A. J. Neeley's brother, visited Prof. and Mrs. Neeley at 10th and Nebraska. Miss Mary Thomas will visit $n Kentucky soon. Mrs. Cline of St. Louis returned home after being entertained by her niece, Mrs. I. P. Bradley at 400 Haskell Ave. Rev. C. G. Fishback of Topeka, National Secretary of Baptists of U' S., is attending the Women's Convention and the Kaw Valley Association. Rev Jackson of Lawrence Moderator of the Association and another popular pastor is also in attendance. Mr. H. I. Monroe of Topeka was a delegate to the Kaw Valley Association. Rev. Van Leu, the state mis- Mr. Geo. Jackson went to Pittsburgh on the 13th on business. Mr. B. F. Crowder of Cherokee was in the city on the 15th. The delegates to the Grand Lodge of the Sir Knights returned on the 18th and report a fine session. The next session in 1916 will be held in Wichita. St. John church gave a feast in the wilderness at the residence of Mrs. Brynice Robertson on the 17th and it was success financially. Mr. O. S. Stewart, who had an operation performed is resting nicely. The colored people after years of struggling with the school board has succeeded in having them give us three teachers in the day school. The 3rd teacher is Miss Ada Williams. Mr. George Jackson, manager of the Little Dixie Band, entertained his band boys on the 18th at his residence, after rehearsal of a few selection; then he served them with ice cream and there were several of the young and older people present. There will be a contest with his band and the Pittaburg concert band on the 27th and the winner will get $20.00. The contest will take place at Bakers hall. Mr. Isaac May left here on the 20th as a delegate to the grand lodge of the K. of P. at eavenworth. The K. of P. also made some new members on the 16th. GALLATIN. MISSOURI. Mr. John Madison and Mr. Pert Elders attended the picnic in Marysville, Aug. 4th. Mrs. Sallie Wilson was very sick last week. Miss Mayme Elders of Kansas City is visiting relatives and friends. Miss Mabel Williams of Kansas City, is the guest of Mr. James Marshall's family. Mrs. Amanda Allen is on the sick list. Mr. John White and family have moved to Utica. Mrs. Mollie Dezell and daughter, Miss Monola, have returned to their home in Kansas City. Mr. and Mrs. James Marshall are beautifying their home in N. Gallatin. These good people are thrifty, energetic citizens and the community needs more like them. Mrs. Emma Periston was quite ill last week. Miss Neola Peniston and Miss Beatrice Rosback, of Kansas City, are the guests of Mrs. Emma Peniston and her granddaughter, Miss Syb'. Mr. Tansy Clay and Mr. Alex Walker spent last week in Jameson. Mr. Richard Mabery was out of the city Sunday. A very nice supper was served at the A. M. E. church Wednesday night. On Thursday and Friday nights there was an ice cream social at the church. The Mount Oive Mission Circle met with Mrs. M. J. Walker Friday afternoon. All present had a pleasant time. On Saturday afternoon Miss Eleen Walker was hostess to the Y. G. C. U. Dainty refreshments were served, and the young ladies declare Miss Walker an excellent hostess. Mrs. Frances Taylor and sister, Mrs. Martha Harris visited in Marysville last week and attended the picnic. They report a very pleasant time. Miss Henrietta Williams returned from Kansas City Sunday night. Dr. John Hanua spent Sunday in our city. Miss Leona Butts visited in Chillicothe last week. KAN—KANSAS CITY—MO. Prof. J. M. Marquess, 2010 N. Sixth street, Kansas City, Kas., returned home last week from a business trip to Helena, Ark. Mrs. Bettie Tobert, 1006 Washington Boulevard, Kansas City, Kas., entertained the presiding elder, J. M. Jacobs, C. M. E. church and Rev. M. I. Warfield, pastor. Covers were laid for seven guests for 10 o'clock breakfast in honor of Mrs. Fannie Burns, of Topeka, who was here attending the Kaw Valley Association. Mrs. Brown, daughter of Mrs. H. A. Watts, Kansas City, Mo., has returned home after spending several weeks here. Blind Boone Concert Co., rendered a fine program to a large crowd at the A. M. E. church Aug. 9th. Mrs. Neal Milligan, 1111 N Tenth street, Kansas City, Kas., and Mrs. E. P. Fagan, 1908 F. Twenty-fourth street, Kansas City; Mo., left Thursday evening for Denver, Colorado Springs and other points in Colorado. Before returning they will visit the Panama Exhibition in California. The Metropolitan Baptist church raised at their rally Sunday, Aug. 8th, 1915, $555.20. The are making rapid progress with their new church building and the members and friends and pastor, Rev. D. A. Holmes deserves great praise for the great work for he has not been in charge a year. The funeral of Mr. Douglas Leon Jendings, 312 Greeley avenue, Kansas City, Kansas, was held at the First Baptist church Sunday afternoon, conducted by Rev. W. A. Bowren, pastor. He was a graduate of Sumner High school, class, 1916. Many resolutions and floral tributes were paid to his memory. Dudley.. Theatre! THE WORLD'S FIRST WOMAN CHAS. T. PHELPS, & Proprietor. High Class Motion Pictures. Change of Service Each Day. 6 REELS EACH DAY 6 Admission 5c and 10c. Phelps' Sample Room, 109 N. Second St. FINE WINES AND LIQUORS.— HIGH CLASS CIGARS. SAINT JOSEPH, : : MISSOURI. ..Western University.. AND State Industrial Department. QUINDARO, KANSAS, A school for the training of young men and women in Business, Industries, Agriculture and Music. A full Faculty, Brick Buildings, Steam Heat, Electric Lights, a Fine Library. Literary, Normal and Theological Courses. EXPENSES LOW! Careful attention given to character building. Come here and SEWING, MILLINERY, WOOD WORK, IRON WORK, DOMESTIC SCIENCES, TAILORING, AGRICULTURE, PRINTING, BUSINESS COURSE and MUSIC are some of the vocations taught. A class of thirty-one (31) graduates turned out this year. WESTERN COLLEGE will open its doors for the reception of students, MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 1915, at MACON, MISSOURI. ADVANTAGES. Students will find at Western College a pleasant and comfortable home, thorough instruction by competent teachers, good discipline and Christian Culture. For further particulars, address the President, Let Us Be Your Printer. Mr. and Mrs. Perey Carber, Miss Lillian Jones and Mr. Lester Taylor, left Friday for Salina for a visit. The Wilbrooklin Orchestra entertained with a dance Wednesday night Aug. 4th at Masonic hall. Thirty-five couples enjoyed the evening. * Miss Fay Oliver visited in Arkansas City Friday and gave a group of vocal numbers at the "Harvest Festival" Friday night. 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