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THE CRACK OF A BISHOP'S WHIP Highest Church Official Has too Much Power---The People Want a Voice ---Fifth District Squirms Under Bishop Parks' Whip. Seventeenth Year. No. 43. The Topeka Boa THE CRACK OF A BISH Highest Church Official Power---The People ---Fifth District Squ Bishop Parks We visited the annual conference of the A. M. E. church at Kansas City, Bishop H. Blanton Parks, presiding. We have come to the conclusion that Kansas has one of the best conferences in the A. M. E. confection, and as good a set of ministers to be found anywhere—men who are hardworking, honest, Christian gentlemen; and we think the time has arrived that there should be new rules laid down by the general conference to regulate some of the old ancient methods that are now being used by the bishops. In the first place, we believe the bishops have too much authority and too much power, which is working a hardship upon the denomination. It is a fact that a large percent of our race like a lot of authority and some men when placed in authority cannot use discretion and diplomacy. The general conference at Philadelphia should pass a law allowing members of the annual conferences to elect their presiding elders and they with the bishop set in a council in naming the pastors for the different churches. This would eliminate favoritism and machine politics which is getting a powerful hold in the Methodist church. There is not a bishop in the whole connection who does not have favorites or pets, therefore instead of allowing the bishop to have all the responsibility of naming the different ministers for the different places, it should be put to a vote by the presiding elders, the bishop acting as chairman of the board. As it is now the presiding elders only recommend and the bishop acts as he sees fit; and by this method there has been thousands of ministers wrongfully dealt with by bishops of the A. M. E. connection. Men have been removed when they should not have been; and superanuated when they should not have been and helped to more than they were entitled to because too much power is vested in the bishop. Whatever the bishop says is law and gospel and most of the time they are in the wrong. They take advantage of their power and abuse it. We have seen much of this and know whereof we speak. The law of the church is that four years is the time that a bishop should serve, after that he should be changed, but sometimes a bishop is allowed to come back on the work a second time. Owing to the present condition of things, we believe at the end of four years, the bishops should be put on a new work and another put in his stead. Bishop Parks has served the unexpired term of the late Bishop Grant and is now serving four years of his own time. The sentiment of the Kansas conference, its ministers and members want a change notwithstanding the fact that the conference pastors passed a resolution asking that Bishop Parks be returned to this district. Why this resolution carried was through sympathy and fear of power that caused it. The editor of The Plaindealer talked with a large majority of the ministers and also the members of the various churches and their opinions were that they believe that Bishop Parks should be changed at the expiration of his time. That is why we say the bishop's power is very dan- --- gerous and hurtful at times. While a rising vote was taken for endorsement of the resolution requesting his return to this district, nine-tenths of them did not mean it. One mistake Bishop Parks made was in not moving his residence to this district, as they have provided a fine residence on Washington boulevard, in Kansas City, Kansas and it was never occupied by him. Another thing the people do not like is that he would not give the ministerial home, of which the general conference put $3,500 into and also the Douglass Hospital his support. These institutions were fostered and encouraged by the late Bishop Grant and was his hobby and it was his understanding that he wished Bishop Parks to take up his work and see that these institutions were put on a safe and firm plan, that they could be operated with success. No attempt has ever been made to do this, and therefore the people are not at all satisfied with Bishop Parks' administration. At the general conference in Philadelphia, the members of that conference had better put the annual conferences and bishops closer to the people. They have to pay the bill and are going to demand that a different policy be put in forces or they will be found drifting to other churches. Bossism and ring rule is being relegated by the politicians of this country, and all because the people have demanded it. If the people demand that they have a voice in the government; why not the churches? LEXINGTON, MISSOURI The Mothers' Club of Federation are doing a great work for God and fallen humanity. They have prepared several children for public school, furnishing them with clothing and books, and they are now in school, where they can receive proper instruction. The mothers are very busy caring for the old and decrepit and the little motherless children, and bringing sunshine into the homes of the sick by doing small deeds of kindness. In this club there are some mothers that possess a spirit like Dorcas, that is, full of good works. The Mothers' Club met with Mrs. Martha Baldridge on September 26 and all reported an enjoyable meeting, and each one left with a greater desire to do more in the future for the poor and destitute. The funeral of Mrs. Clara Hawkins was held Sunday at 2:30 p. m., from the Second Baptist Church. Sister Hawkins was one of the old members of this church and was loved by all who knew her. She passed away September 24th, at 7:20 a. m. She was past 73 years of age. The funeral was an impressive one, and it will be long remembered by all who were present. Mr. Rackey Saunders is on the sick list and at this time is very low. We pray that he may recover. Rev. W. H. Smith was called to Sedalia, Mo., on account of the death of his brother. Rev. W. B. Brooks is very busy gathering up his conference claims. Rev. J. B. Newby of the Christian Church was present with his good people Sunday and had an enjoyable service. TOPEKA, KANSAS, FRIDAY MORNING OLT. 1. 1915. Mrs. Jackson of the tian Church is planning fashioned box supper to at the church in the nature. Rev. R. W. Williams, the land agent for Red Bird property, of Oklahoma, is making some good sales, and some are taking advantage while they have the opportunity to buy land cheap in that town. The lots are going up all the time, and those who intend to buy should do so now while the land is still within their reach. Mrs. Henrietta Tyler and daughter Thelma attended the fair at Coffeyville. Mrs. Anna Reeves of Independence spent a few hours Saturday evening with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Wheaton. Miss Bessie Teal went to Independence Thursday to do some shopping. Mrs. Anna Doxey has returned to her home in Chicago after visiting three weeks with her sister, Mrs. Emma Wheaton, and family. Mr. Osborn Oliver, Mr. Lm. coln Roberson, Mr. Clyde Teal and Mr. Millard Radcliff attended the show of the Georgia Entertainers at Independence Friday night. Rev. J. A. Bramlit and wife left this morning for Wichita, where he will engage in a fifteen days meeting. Mr. and Mrs. T. Lytle and little son Hansle have gone to Chanute. Mr. Clyde Teal, Mr. Murel Ratcliff, Miss Jewel Fowler, Miss Eva Bailey, Miss Myrtle Bailey, Mr. Eugene Wheaton and Miss Tessie Wheaton attended the show at Independence Saturday night. Mr. and Mrs. Silas Teal entertained at dinner Sunday Mr. and Mrs. Payne of Independence. The Georgia Entertainers showed three nights of last week at the Colonial Airdome and took their repasts at Roberson & Roberson's restaurant. Mr. and Mrs. Joe Wheaton entertained at supper Monday Rev. and Mrs. J. A. Bramlit. GREAT BEND, KAN. Emancipation Day was celebrated by the Great Bend people and there was a large attendance. The grand concert, assisted by Rucker's orchestra, given for the benefit of Esther Chapter, at Masonic Hall, was largely attended, and $43 was taken in as admittance fees. Mrs. James Goodwin and Mrs. N. McCormick visited relatives and friends here and returned to Garden City Sunday evening. Misses Ruth, Bessie and Estella Johnson and Ruby Baugh are visiting friends in our city. Miss Ruth and Miss Ruby will return to Hutchinson Sunday night. Mrs. J. M. Ross and Mrs. Rhoda Davis left Wednesday morning for Argentine to visit friends and attend the annual conference. On their return they will visit in Holton and Topeka. Mrs. H. J. McDonald has returned from Coffeyville, where she attended the Grand Lodge of S. M. T. Mrs. Emma Green and Mr. Robert Wright were quietly married in the presence of a few intimate friends, Wednesday morning at 10 o'clock, at the home of Mrs. Green, 1010 Morton street. Their many friends extend congratulations. Mr. and Mrs. Gecrge Kendall are the proud parents of a fine 9-pound baby boy, born September 24. His name is Robert Walker. Both mother and baby doing well. Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Johnson of Dodge City visited in Great Bend a few days. Mrs. Melton Patterson has returned to her home in Lincoln, Neb., after a visit with relatives and friends in Larned and Great Bend. Mr. George Walker of Hudson has returned from Topeka, where he accompanied his daughter, Miss Edna, who will attend Topeka Industrial and Educational Institute this term. Mrs. Hallah of Aghland, Kan., is visiting Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Johnson. Miss Lucinda Johnson writes from Glasgow, Mo., that she is delighted with her school. She has 27 pupils. Miss D. L. Murrant is better at this writing. Mrs. Hayes Fox is improving nicely. Mrs. C. Martin of Holton is visiting her daughter, Mrs. Ruth Martin. Mrs. Lydia Perry, Mrs. Wm. Perry and son, Mrs. Chas. Fox and others were visitors from Larned Emancipation Day. Mr. and Mrs. Asa Sellers entertained at dinner Sunday the Misses Ruth, Bessie and Estella Johnson, Lucy Calmore and Ruby Baugh.. Mr. Wm. Baugh was down from Larned recently. INDEPENDENCE. KAN. A continuous rain has delayed the farmers' work. Plowing has not been finished and all the farmers are looking forward for some more sunshiny days. Recently Rev. and Mrs. J. J. Cabell motored out to the home of Mr. and Mrs. M. C. Wesley and took dinner. The family enjoyed a delightful car ride in Rev. Cabell's auto. Mrs. Geo. Briggans, who has been ill, is considerably improved at present. Miss Marie West and Mr. John Thurman were week-end guests at the Wesley home. Miss Stella Booker has returned from a delightful visit with her sister, Mrs. Charles Payne, at Garnett. Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Treece and family and Mr. Jordan Knox were guests of Mr. and Mrs. Collins Sunday... Mr. Harry Fowler of Coffeyville was a guest of Mr. Jesse Irigans Sunday. The image provided is too blurry to accurately recognize any text or graphics. It appears to be a blank or heavily pixelated area with no discernible content. The image provided is too blurry to accurately recognize any text. It appears to be a monochrome photograph of a person, but no identifiable features or details can be discerned. Citizens and monitors of St. John A. M. E. church regret and honesty the loss of Rev. John M. Brown, coned; is pr who was transferred to Oakland, Cali., by Bishop H. Blan-ton Parks at the setting of the recent Kansas conference held at Kansas City, Kansas. He is a wife at a high-class Christian gentle- Citizens and members of St. man, a man whose reputation John A. M. E. church regret and honesty cannot be quest the loss of Rev. John M. Brown, oned; is progressive and enwro was transferred to Oak- terrifying—owns a small farm, land, Cali., by Bishop H. Blan- ton Parks at the setting of the in the best section of Topeka recent Kansas conference held which he rents. Rev. Brown at Kansas City, Kansas. He is has a wife and four sons, Mrs. a high-class Christian gentle- Brown is a fine Christian lady; Mr. and Mrs..Edward Wesley and baby of Independence, and Mrs. Henry Hudson, formerly Miss Frances Washington of Shawnee, Okla., were visitors at the Wesley residence, Sunday. Messrs. Clarence Briggans went to Sedan Sunday. Mr. Lawrence Cotwell spent several days visiting in Colorado Springs. Mr. Geo. T. Craig, one of the old timers here, returned, last week to take a position with the Victor Elks Club. Mrs. Walter Matthews left last week to visit her mother in Pueblo. Mrs. Matthews later was joined by her husband, who has held a position with the Victor Elks Club for the last eight months. Mr. Matthews expects to take a position with the railroad again. Mrs. Hopkins and Mrs. Kimberling were callers in Victor last week. Messrs. Chas. Brown and W. C. Harris went through the Copeland Sample last week as the guests of Mr. Chas. Copeland. Mrs. M. Hudgins and Mr. Wm. S. Bryant were the dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. W. C. Harris on Thursday in honor of George F. Craig. Mr. Earl McGee was in Victor last week looking after Mr. L. Cotwell's business. Rev. T. H. Pool, formerly of Grand Junction, Col., arrived in our city last week to take charge of Handy Chapel. We hope that he will be successful, as he comes highly recommended by his former charge. Mrs. John Chambers is indisposed. Mr. George Cotwell was the dinner guest of Mr. and Mrs. W. C. Harris last Thursday evening. You had better see Harris before it is too late. Mrs. Fred Hopkins is seriously ill at this writing. 1. Remember that since Mrs. Cotwell is away, Mr. Cotwell and son Lawrence are now baching, so don't forget to invite them over for a meal. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. 36. 37. 38. 39. 40. 41. 42. 43. 44. 45. 46. 47. 48. 49. 50. 51. 52. 53. 54. 55. 56. 57. 58. 59. 60. 61. 62. 63. 64. 65. 66. 67. 68. 69. 70. 71. 72. 73. 74. 75. 76. 77. 78. 79. 80. 81. 82. 83. 84. 85. 86. 87. 88. 89. 90. 91. 92. 93. 94. 95. 96. 97. 98. 99. 100. man, a man whose reputation and honesty cannot be questioned; is progressive and enterprising—owns a small farm, a few valuable houses located in the best section of Topeka which he rents. Rev. Brown has a wife and four sons. Mrs. Brown is a fine Christian lady; Price $1 50 Per Year. a church worker, modest and unassuming and makes friends for herself and family wherever she goes. She is an excellent housewife and loves her home. Rev. Brown has done excellent work wherever he has gone and Topeka is a living testimonial to this fact. He paid off the $3,500 mortgage on St. John within the short space of two years and kept all departments of the church up to the standard. The church and the people of Oakland are to be congratulated on seceuring such fine people as Rev. Brown and family. LOOKEBA. OKLA. We are having plenty of rain on the fall crops and they certainly look nice. There was preaching at Oak Grove Sunday. Rev. Graham filled the pulpit. They ran one week's prayer meeting there and also expect to run one week's revival, by the help of our Lord. Messrs. S. M., C. F. and N. P. and Miss D. W. Rays left last week for Langston, where they will attend college. Mr. Lindsay Ray has moved his family to Bridgeport, Okla., to educate his children. Rev. S. D. Johnson and Mrs. Ella Brown have returned from Chicago, Ill. They report a grand time. There was a big baptizing at Binger Sunday. Mr. Clarence Harper and family have returned from Denver, Col., to Binger, Okla., where they will make their home for awhile at least. There will be preaching at Pilgrim's Rest Sunday. Rev. O. W. Winkfield is the principal of the Watonga school this year. Mr. Andrew Andersen is quite busy this week .plowing for rye. Mrs. Dougherty is indisposed this week. Mr. and Mrs. Pindarvis are the proud parents of fine baby boy. Mr. and Mrs. George Payne drove to Hutchinson last Monday and spent the week at the fair and visiting friends. They returned Saturday afternoon and report a nice trip. Rev. R. W. Wells, the evangelist who has been conducting a meeting at the C. M. E. Church, closed the meeting Sunday night.. The money raised was for repairing the church. Mr. Wells is a hustler and had the church covered under his plans and leadership. The amount raised was $49.85. He will return October 7th to close the rally, at which time we expect to raise all our claims and indebtedness. Rev. Wilson, the blind minister from Wichita, preached at the Baptist Church Sunday night and at the C. M. E. Church Monday night. A committee of the ladies of the C.M.E. church met at the home of Mr. and Mrs. William Pinkard last Friday night to suggest some plans of raising money to beautify the church, this being their first gathering in their home since it was remodeled. Mr. Pinkard spent nearly a thousand dollars on this home, and it is just swell. Mrs. Pat Rickman is on the Mrs. Pat Rickman is on the sick list, but is some better. Mrs. W. P. Bell attended the S. M. T. in Coffeyville last week. Newton can boast of having a large number of students in the high school, there being 25, some of whom are in the senior class. The college rank among the very best. The colored people of Newton are progressive and live well. There are more than fifty employed by the A. T. & S. F. railway, among whom is the depot master at the station, night baggage master and platform men, all of whom get good wages. It was our pleasure to meet Rev. H. W. Botts, the popular Baptist minister at Boonville, Mo. His folks had just completed a $500 parsonage and Dr. Botts is letting all know he is around Boonville. He is a product of Western College of Macon, Mo., and is a man full of push. He has been pastoring for ten years and is gradually winning his way as one of the race's foremost preachers. One of the excellent homes of the race at Boonville, is owned by Mrs. S. E. Hickman, an excellent widow, and a devout A. M. E. church worker. She has three cute, rioting boys and the same number of girls. In fact, this is one of our best families. We called and received a warm welcome. The night before we called the Misses Hickman entertained a few guests with a whist party, there being three out-of-town guests, Mr. William Johnson of St. Louis, Mr. Clyde Buckner and Mr. Albert Hemealy of Columbia. The state of Missouri maintains a state training school at Boonville, where both and white and colored are sent. This reformatory school has more than 500 boye—white asd colored—150 of whom are colored. They are taught the trades and every effort is made to make them be men of worth. The colored boys are also drilled in military tactics and Co. Clark is a broadminded, chivalrous gentleman, who sees that all get a fair deal. The Masons own the only colored hall in Boonville. However, there are two other secret societies among Negroes—the U. B. F. and Odd Fellows. They use the Masonic hall. This hall is worth $6,000 and is a credit to the race. Boonville is a "wet" town and the seven saloons use colored help. The following colored men are used in the white hotels of Boonville: John Brown, chef at the hotel Frederick; Ran Harper, second cook, and several dishwashers and maids; London Harper is day porter as well as Victor Mills. The night porter is Albert Raigland; Geo. Brown, bellhop and Zarid Casson, yard man. Mr. Polk Robinson, as chauffeur, drives a car far Col. T. A. Johnson, superintendent of the military school; John Gillium is chauffeur for Dr. Donahoue, and Charley Hudson, Jr., is the chauffeur for Co. Parks, superintendent of the training school for boys. The Boonville school has a principal, Prof. C. G. Williams, an educator of note, and three assistants in the persons of Miss Sadie A. Braxton, Miss Millie Proctor and Mrs. C. G. Williams and each of them is a prepared instructor. Prof. Williams and his able corps of teachers have a four-room brick building and the enrollment is fully 255 and the Negro boy and girl at this place receive a thorough training, because the coterie of instructors is among the best in our race. The school is in a flourishing condition. The next season will see the old Sumner school in a new building, which will cost $12,000. It will be modern in every respect, and will be one of the best in the state. Prof. Williams has been thirty-one years in the school room and has accomplished a great work for our race. This able man is editor and manager of the Searchlight of Sedalia, official organ of the U. B. F. Religiously the pace at Boonville is abreast of the times and there are two churches—the A. M. E. and Baptist. The latter is a brick, worth about $5000; is ably pastored by Rev. Botts, and has a membership of more than two hundred. The A. M. E. church is also of brick, and worth about the same as the Baptist, and is pastored by Rev. P. Thurman. He is an able man and his members are some of the leaders in our race. The two ministers are God-sent and are doing a great work and the race will not suffer for spiritual nourishment. There is a colored physician at Boonville in the person of Dr. R. F. Hill, who is recognized as one of the best physicians in our race. He is winning a name far and wide as a surgeon, and by performing almost incurable cures has won his way into the front ranks of the medical profession. He is a Howard University man and no brighter student ever finished from that well known institution than Dr. Hill. The scribe found the office modernly equipped. He is a ripe scholar. His home is a beautiful one, presided over by a cultured woman. Mrs. Hill conducts a hairdressing parlor for white trade, which is up-to-date and she is an expert in her line. Mrs. Hill is also a teacher and a member of the faculty of the Columbia city schools. We need more families like this. A colored contractor at Boonville who does all kinds of cement work is Mr. Robert Elliott, who does well because he delivers the goods. He owns a nice farm and raises fine hogs, chickens and everything else for the market. He is a solid man and stands for something. Mr. Elliott is assisted by his son, Richard. A great many of the cement walks, etc., were built by this gentleman. He is also a brick mason and we found him an excellent man. Mr. John Ridgeway, the colored grocer, owns one of the swellest homes in Boonville and his store is a nice place, representing an outlay of several hundred dollars. He keeps the articles that the people want and by treating the public right he enjoys a nice trade. In connection with his store he operates a meat market, where one gets the cholest meats. He is an Odd Fellow and a U. B. F. and a staunch member of the Baptist church. We visited his home and found an ideal one. Mr. Pleasant Humphries, a young man at Boonville, who has conducted himself in a way to win the respect of all, has, for six years, conducted a two-chair barber shop and a pool hall. He is full of push and in his pool hall maintains the best of order. He has property. and is also a hog raiser, his pens being full of fine porkers. Such men are the ones who reflect credit on our race. B. P. Toley, colored, is dealer in staple and fancy groceries at 421 Morgan street, Boonville. He has a carefully selected and up-to-the-minute stock and enjoys a nice patronage. He conducts a restaurant and sleeping house and his place is a real nice one. Several hundred dollars are invested and his very pleasing wife, Mrs. Annie S. Toley, conducts the business. He also conducts a 5-table pool parlor at Sedalia, and in connection with same operates an automobile line. Such folks are the ones who are helping to give the race some standing. We found Mrs. Toley a woman of true worth, and at present is serving as grand treasurer of the S. M. T. of Missouri. She has served as princess of the S. M. T. at Fayette, Mo., for twenty-one years and the order has no stronger woman than Mrs. Toley. She is a devout member of the M. E. church and by her godly walks has won the respect of all. Her husband has three children, two sons and a daughter, Mrs. Viola Jackson, whose family owns 330 acres of good land. We dropped into the grocery store of Mr. M. Tolson, a well stocked place, where he has a $1,200 stock. He keeps something of all kinds in his line and his prices are as low as can be found in any place. He also has a restaurant in connection and he is doing well. He owns the business house he is in and also two other houses. Mr. Tolson is a business man, and if the race will do its duty by him several of our boys and girls will find employment with him. He is doing his part in the solution of the race problem. GLASGOW, MO. Hon. A. R. Chinn, Glasgow, is chief grand mentor of the Knights and Daughters of Tabor, of the state of Missouri, an educator of years standing and who has spent a life of unceasing toll to help better the condition of the race. He has won the heart of the people, and his home at Glasgow, Mo., is modern in every respect. He is a true leader, and has done his part in the material advancement of the country. Mr. Chinn is a broad guaged man, and new- ```markdown ``` HON. A. R. CHINN. The race has very few women who are doing more than this polished woman to help in the elevation of the race. She possesses very many rare attainments, and for several years was a popular teacher. She is an expert at doing fancy work and is leading the la- e al ut t t e s . e s a o y , r l n t d - h t ```markdown ``` MRS. EFFIE BELL CHINN. M. B. MR. C. W. MOORE. contractor and builder, at Glasgow, Mo., owns a palatial residence and 6 good rent houses. He also owns one of the best farms in the state of Kansas, valued at $15,000. He owns two good automobiles and conducts an automobile line in his city. He is one of the race's strong men. FAYETTE, MO. Along the business line the town of Fayette is not behind the average Missouri town. The school building is a fourroom frame structure and three teachers are employed. The head of the school is Prof. Andrew Craven, ably assisted by Mrs. M. B. Lewis and Miss Ann Leonard. This is a very thriving school and Principal Craven is making every one keep on the jump and real hard school work is being accomplished at Lincoln school. One on visiting this school is impressed with the excellent department of the children and the ready manner in which they recite. The principal stands for something, and he will look after the interests of The Topeka Plaindealer in that city. Mrs. Lewis, one of the assistants, is an accomplished musician and is organist of the M. E. church and an active worker in church and society circles. Miss Leonard is a sterling lady and her dies of her town. She takes a part in every move which means the betterment of the race. She is an extensive traveler, having visited many places of interest in America. She is the accomplished wife of Hon. A. R. Chinn of Glasgow, Mo. The image provided is too blurry to accurately recognize any text. It appears to be a grayscale photograph with a dark background and some white speckles. There is no discernible text or any other notable features. 12. Mrs. Annie Elizabeth Moore, (Wife of Mr. C. W. Moore.) This excellent Christian woman has toiled side by side with her husband and knows how to make one feel at home when you visit their excellent home. We wish all of our women could measure up to her. sweet disposition makes friends with everybody. GARDEN CITY, KANS. The Allen Chapel A. M. E. church did herself proud on the 19th and 20th ult. in getting her pastor off to conference at Kansas City. Rev. Jones, pastor of the Second Baptist church, with his entire congregation, came over to Allen Chapel on Sunday night, Sept. 19, and $45 was raised. On Monday night a social wa given and $23.55 was raised. It made the pastor's heart grow several inches in circumference at the generosity of the people, regardless of denomination. Among those who solicited a a means of furthering the cause Mrs. Emma Lucas won the first prize, turning the largest sum; Mrs. N. H. Washington, second prize, and Mrs. F. C. Pennington, third prize. The genial and ever alert Mr. Frantz contributed his quota to the fund by donating all three of these prizes. Mrs. Francis Hampden, Holly royally entertained a number of young ladies at her home on Wednesday afternoon of last week in honor of Mrs. Florence Freeman Douglas and Miss Jemima Quilliam and a very enjoyable time was spent. A solo on the plano and a reading were features of the afternoon. The house was beautifully decorated in sweet peas and other flowers. A light lunch was served and those present were Mrs. Zola Brinson of Mexico, Mrs. Hazel Wortham of Alamoosa, Colo., Miss Thomas of Chicago, Miss Mary Williams, Miss Viola Harris, Miss Edith Asberry, Miss Roberta North, Miss Naomi Harrison, Miss Susan George. JUNCTION CITY, KAS Rev. J. A. Broadnax, pastor of the A. M. E. church, has finished up his year's work and proached his farewell sermon on the 19th ult. The attendance was large and enthusiastic and enjoyed the services. The year just closed for the A. M. E. church has been a successful one. Spiritually we have had thirty-eight additions and financially all obligations have been complied with. Mr. N. D. Aldridge and Mr. S. H. Clay attended the A. M. E. annual conference at Kansas City last week. Mr. James Wilbur Steel left recently for Greenville, N. C., to visit with his parents. Mr. Steel is of Ft. Riley and has a three months' furlough. Mrs. Stella Page of Eskridge is the guest of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. G. B. C. Jones. Mr. Emmett Page, husband of Mrs. Stella Page, has arrived for a short visit in our midst. Mrs. Amelia Divine has been indisposed since her return to the city from Chicago, but is now convalescent. Mrs. and Mrs. Henry Wilson on East 13th street, are making some substantial improvements on their property. They are adding on a bath room also and have installed a six hundred dollar poinola. Miss Hattie Hooks left recently for Atlanta, Ga., to take up the work of finishing her education. She is the daughter of Mrs. Chas. Davey of this city. She is a very ambitious young woman, intelligent and refined. Her many friends are desirous of her happiness and success in her labors. Mr. Walter Davis, porter on the M. K. & T.. has returned from an extended tour through the New England states. He reports a pleasant trip. Mr. Kenneth Mason was a recent visitor at Topeka, guest of Miss Ruth King. Mrs. Chas, Dade was a recent visitor at Abilene, guest of Mrs. Gibson. Mrs. Frank Bonner was recently called to Manhattan to the bedside of her sick brother, Mr. H. King; also a sick child of Mr. King. Miss Josephine Smith, who is visiting with her brother in California, writes her friends that she is having the time of her life eating tropical fruits and enjoying that fine climate. Mr. F. S. Pemberton, a young married soldier, has purchased a modern five room cottage with six lots. They have occupied the premises. They are both industrious and expect to accumulate their share of this world's goods. WEIR. KANSAS. Miss Elnora Carson recently left for Hutchinson on a visit with her sister. Col. F. L. Jeltz, who was recently arrested on charge of fraud, was cleared of the charge and was released. The mother and brother of Mr. Clyde Frey passed through here on the 13th ult. en route from Topeka to Oklahoma on a visit to another son, stopping here one night with Mr. and Mrs. Frey. Rev. A. Fairfaz of Parsons, who is supplying as pastor of St. John Baptist church while Rev. F. H. Prentice is in Alabama, was hindered from going home on the 20th ult. by high waters. Rev. R. C. Davis, pastor of the A. M. E. church, attended the annual conference at Kansas City last week. He closed the year's work with a big rally and basket meeting on the 19th and a great time was had. Mrs. W. J. Banks, Mrs. P. B. Goodwin Mrs. Ella Young and Mr. R. Fields attended the grand session of the U. B. F. last week. Mrs. A. R. Phillips and Mr. M. Lee also attended the grand lodge of the U. B. F. and S. M. T. at Coffeyville last week. Mrs. W. F. King was a recent visitor at Galena to assist in meeting at the A. M. E. church. Several of the miners who were hurt in Mine 44 some time ago, are still unable to resume work. There was some objection on the part of the whites to the colored boys going to the High school but none to the colored girls, but the storm blew over and all is quiet at this time. VINITA, OKLAHOMA. Presiding Elder T. W. Kidd of Muskogee, held his quarterly meeting here Sunday, Sept. 19. Miss Cora Reed, after a few days visit with her uncle, J. R. Reed, left Sept. 20 for Tulsa. Misses Eva M. and Inez Venters have gone to Joplin, Mo., on an extended visit with their uncle. Mrs. Lillie Davis is up again after a severe illness. A number of children are not in school. Parents, see to it that they enter at once in order to avoid trouble. The good people of Vinita were loyal in making hasty preparation for the temporary quarters for school. The Craig County fair was a success in every respect and a number of colored people entered stock in the agricultural department and in the domestic science department and their exhibits were among the best. The concert at Rider hall on Sept. 21 was well attended in spite of the inclement weather. The program was fine. Clarence Armstrong has returned from a trip to Chetopa, Kansas. Mr. Rowe of Ketchum was a recent business visitor here. Mr. H. C. Pack of Muskogee, was in the city recently on his way to his home at Coffeyville, Kansas. Mrs. L. I. Ryan and son, Irvin, Mrs. Lillie Davis and daughter, Merl, have returned from Tennessee after an extended visit with Mrs. Ryan's parents. Dr. Ryan was certainly in a pleased mood when he laid eyes on the Missus. Mr. A. Rider was a recent visitor at his farm near Hayden threshing grain. Miss Ola Webb left Sept. 17 for Parsons, Kansas. Miss Mabel Venters has returned from an extended visit at Galveston, San Antonio, Navasota and Bryant, Texas. J. W. Smiley of Wagoner, passed through the city recently on business. R. Curls of Chelsea was in the city recently. Mr. and Mrs. W. W. Williamson of Hulwee were in the city Sunday, Sept. 19th. Misg Josephine Lynch visited in Kelso recently returning last week. Rev. Love left recently for Chetopa, Kansas, to deliver a sermon at Bethlehem Baptist church there. BAXTER SPRINGS, KAS. Rev. G. W. Livingston of Cherokee delivered two able sermons at the Mt. Olive Baptist church Sept. 19. At 11:30 a. m. he selected for a text:—Rev. 3:20, "Behold I stand at the door and knock: if any man hear my voice, and open the door, I will come in to him and will sup with him and he with me." St. John 9:4 was the evening text and he did justice to both texts. Messrs. Clifford Freeman • Ernest Nesbitt and Harry Crowder of Cherokee were visitors on Sept. 19th. Rev. G. W. Livingston was the breakfast guest on Sunday, Sept. 19, of Rev. J. B. McDaniel. Rev. Banks of the A. M. E. church closed his year's work here on Sept. 19th and left for conference at Kansas City last week. Rev. Livingston was the dinner guest of Mrs. J. W. Lavender and family on Sunday, September 19th. FOR SALE:—Good Restaurant and Rooming House. Must sell on account of poor health.—Nannie Holmes, 409 Merchant St., Oswego, Kansas. People who do not receive this paper promptly and regularly, please write this office. --- THE OLDEST BANK IN PAWNEE COUNTY. Capital and Surplus $60,000.00. MOFFEIT BROTHERS' National Bank, LARNED, —— KANSAS. DIRECTORS: —John Lindas, W. W. Charles, H. T. Taylor, A. A.— Doerr, J. B. Brown, Mark Krouch, A. H. Moffett. No. 3363. CAPITAL, $100,000. First National Bank Great Bend Kansas. GREAT BEND, KANSAS DIRECTORS: Chas. E. Lobdell, R. L. Hamilton, E. J. Everleigh, W. Torrey, O. B. Chapman, F. V. Russell, F. H. Miller, Peter Black, Chas. V. Brinkman. The Colored People of Garden City all know that they are politely and promptly waited upon when they enter our store. We make no distinction between white and black people. We appreciate your business and want it. There are good and bad people of all colors in every community. Those who pay their bills promptly we run accounts with, to be settled every week or month as the case may be. Those who do not pay promptly as agreed, we decline to run accounts with, whether they be white or colored, rich or poor. Kansas City, Sept. 27.—The Kansas conference of the African Methodist Episcopal church which has been in session for six days in the city, closed Monday afternoon. It was said to be the most successful session ever held in the history of the conference, and the ministers were loud in their praises of Dr. J. R. Ransom, and the officers and members of the First African Methodist Episcopal church, for the manner in which they entertained the conference. The ministers and visitors entertained in the homes of the good people of Kansas City, while two meals were served in the basement of the new C. M. E. church. Everything was first-class. The meals were well prepared and served by polite, courteous ladies forming committees. Sunday was a big day among the ministers and one that will long be remembered. It was impossible to get standing room in the hall where the conference was held, and even the streets around the church were crowded with people anxious to hear Bishop H. Blanton Parks, who was at his best. He preached a strong sermon. Rev. W. Sampson Brooks, who is regarded as one of the sure winners in the next general conference for the office of bishop, and one of the strongest men in the conference, made a visit to the conference and was given an ovation. He will entertain the Missouri conference in a few days. Bishop Parks, after the passage of resolutions thanking the citizens, the press and the THE OLDEST BANK IN Capital and Surplus MOFFEIT B National LARNED, —: DIRECT —John Lindas, W. W. Chan Doerr, J. B. Brown, Mark No. 38 CAPITAL, First Nation Great Bend GREAT BEND DIRECT Chas. E. Lobdell, R. L. Ha W. Torrey, O. B. Chap F. H. Miller, Peter Black The New Era POLAR BEAR The New Era Mill The J. E. Bake GARDEN CITY, The Colored People of Ga they are politely and prom they enter our store. We tween white and black people business and want it. They please all colors in every churches, assigned the ministers as follows; Omaha District — J. C. C. Owens, presiding elder; Saint John, Omaha, W. T. Osborne; South Omaha, to be supplied; Leavenworth, C. R. Runyon; Atchison, J. F. C. Taylor; Lincoln, J. S. Payne; Quindaro, T. J. Jones; Elwood, E. J. Malone; Nebraska City, J. R. Frazier; Horton, H. McTassel; Hiawatha, R. E. Harper; Beatrice, H. H. Dent; Troy, C. A. Wood; Highland, J. W. Thomas; Tonganoxie, L. S. Watson; Brownlee, T. B. J. Barclay; Bethel, Kansas City, William Enyard; Bonner Springs, to be supplied. Kansas City District—J. T. Smith, presiding elder; First A. M. E. church, Kansas City, J. R. Ransom; Parsons, T. W. Greene, Jr.; Fort Scott, J. W. Williams; Coffeyville, R. S. Everitt, Independence, J. E. Pettigrew; Cherryvale, R. C. Davis; Chanute, E. W. Smith; Mound City, J. W. Gillispie; Girard, E. Eatman; Pittsburg, J. W. Warren; Wier City, J. W. Johnson; Baxter Springs and Columbus, J. W. Banks; Galena, T. A. D. Wright; Ebenezer, Kansas City, P. K. Brown; Humboldt, Fred Taylor; Crowburg, Chatman, I. Aaron; Oswego, T. E. Walker. Topeka District—H. W. King presiding elder; Saint John, Topeka, F. Jesse Peck; Saint Mark, Topeka, W. M. Martin; Brown Chapel, Topeka, T. W. Greene; Emporia, Thomas Sanford; Junction City, J. A. Broadenax; Manhattan, to be supplied; Council Grove, I. B. Chiles; Lakeview and Rock Greene, R. Chinn; Eudora, to be IN PAWNEE COUNTY. $60,000.00. BROTHERS' Bank, KANSAS. TORS: Charles, H. T. Taylor, A. A. K Rouch, A. H. Moffett. 363. $100,000. National Bank Kansas. D, KANSAS TORS: Hamilton, E. J. Everleigh, Apman, F. V. Russell, k, Chas, V. Brinkman. Milling Co., ARKANSAS CITY, KANS. Mrs. of the Celebrated "POLAR BEAR" FLOUR, The Best Flour for family use. Insist on your dealer giving you the best--that is "POLAR BEAR." Other excellent brands are "NOXALL" and "X. T. C." Manufactured by ing Company! er Mer. Co. KANSAS. Garden City all know that imply waited upon when make no distinction be- ple. We appreciate your are good and bad peo- community. 'These who supplied; Argentine, H. D. Harris; Olathe, D. C. Miller; Hilldale, to be supplied; Garnett, James Holmes; Ottawa, B. R. Ross; Lawrence, to be supplied; North Lawrence, M. Wooten; Fairview, W. H. Merritt; Paola, S. Robinson; Rosedale, E. Bailey. Wichita District — A. H. Brooks, presiding elder; Wichita, C. A. Williams; Arkansas City, P. W. Weaver; Hutchinson, P. D. Davis; Winfield, K. P. Bond; Great Bend, J. R. Ramsey; Garden City, J. W. Krisel; St. John, E. H. Adams; Pratt, W. E. Watchliffe; Salina, Wm. Tyler; Sterling, N. H. Jeltz; Abilene, A. DeMoss; Wilmington, J. H. Daniels; Newton, H. C. White; Hill City, D. Self; Nichodemus, H. M. Davis. The following transfers were announced: J. M. Brown, took the California conference; Oakland change; Calvin C. Carter, W. B. Nichols; A. A. Miller, H/ Shepherd, H. H. McAlister, to the Southwest Missouri conference, to meet next week in Kansas City, Mo. The next session of the Kansas conference will be held at Wichita. SIR FRANK WILSON, C. G. M., 1114 Buchanan Street, Topeka, Kansas. DT. EMMA GAINES, C. G. P., 1182 Buchanan Street Topeka, Kansas. SIR A. W. HOPKINS, C. G. S., 321 Dakota Street, Leavenorth, Kansas. SIR WILLIAM CORE C. G. T., 1210 Lane Street, Topeka, Kansar- DT. SARAH WILLIAMS FORBES, C. G. R.. Liscoln Nebr. Resolutions of Condolence of Post Arcanum Temple No. 1: Whereas on June 13, 1915 there departed from the body of Sir Solomon Brown, P. C. M., a soul illuminated by the ominipotence of his creator purified by a life of devotion to a God given trust. Resolved; That in the death of Sir Brown, the Post Arcanum has lost a Sir Knight who unselfishly strove by every honorable means in his power and who bent every energy to make this Order the greatest among mankind. Resolved; That the International Order of Twelve has lost a Bro. Sir Knight whose memory will ever rest sacred in the minds of its members. The Temples, Tabernacles, Palatiums and Tents and to the bereaved wife and family, we tender our brotherly sympathy in this hour of bereavement. Resolved; That as evidence of our sorrow and our esteem, the charters of the P. A. and Temples, Tabernacles, Palatiums and Tents shall be draped in mourning for sixty days. Resolved; That these resolutions be spread on the face of the minutes and a copy sent to the family of the deceased Sir Knight. Respectfully submitted. SIR C. M..JOHNSON, G. P. P. DTR. LENORA GRAY, H. P. DTR. EFFIE SADDLER, H. P. Omaha Taborian Notes The Knights and Daughters celebrated the 22d of September with their fourth annual barbecue on Golden Sheaf lot. We are pleased to see Dtr. Effie Saddler, H. P., out again after a serious illness. Cornation Tent with their Q. M., Jennie Sellers are planning to have a fair sometime in the near future. Rev. J. H. Hayes, I. C. G. O., is planning to pay Omaha a visit on his way to Saint Paul. The public schools opened in Missouri last week with a large enrollment. The Kansas City, Kansas public schools opened Monday, Sept. '13th. Principal J. M. Marquess, Sumner High school reports the first day's enrollment as being 237; Douglas school, 631. Prof. Reynolds and bride, arrived last week and a number of social functions were given in their honor. Mr. and Mrs. Branch, 835 Nebraska avenue, Kansas City, Kansas, in their beautiful home gave one of the swellest receptions of the season Thursday. The decorations were beautiful. Dainty refreshments were served. All left saying they had had a delightful time. Rev. Van Leu, state missionary, of Kansas, was in the city this week. Mr. and Mrs. A. Hickerson, 933 Walker avenue, Kansas City, Kansas, have moved to 615 May street, Kansas City, Mo., where they will make their home. Mr. and Mrs. Ed. Warder of California, spent a few days in the city, the guess of his brother, Mr. and Mrs. Virgil Warder, 836 Oakland avenue, Kansas City, Kansas. They left Tuesday evening for Wichita, to visit relatives and friends. They will make several stops en route and will arrive home about Oct. 10th. The Rev. Banks, of Baxter, Springs attended the annual conference last week. The many friends of Mr. Frank Barnes, a prominent member of the U. B. F. lodge, and who resided at Twenty-fourth and Woodland on the Missouri side, will be palmed to hear of his demise. He was very prominent in church and lodge circles. Deceased is survived by a wife, five children and father, brother and other relatives. Mrs. Nadie Green, 316 Greeky avenue, Kansas City, Kansas, reports a pleasant visit out in Kansas where she spent several weeks visiting relatives and friends. Mrs. Willis Allen, 1001 Walker avenue, Kansas City, Kansas, is rapidly recovering from her recent illness. The work on the new Metropolitan Baptist church is progressing rapidly. Rev. D. A. Holmes, wife, members and friends deserve great credit for the splendid work they've accomplished in less than a year. Mrs. W. W. Penn, 3010 Summit street, Kansas City, Mo., entertained at her beautiful home Thursday afternoon for the Graeco Art club. The decorations were in club colors and very pretty. After the regular routine of business, music and games furnished the amusement. The guests were delighted with the dainty lunch served and all departed declaring Mrs. Penn a most charming hostess. Mr. and Mrs. James Allen of Chicago, spent a week in K. C. K., the guests of his brother and family, Mr. nad Mrs. Willis Allen, 1001 Walker avenue. Several social functions were given in their honor. Mrs. Lulu Richardson, 840 Freeman avenue, K. C. K., has gone to Saint Joseph, Mo., to assume the position of teacher in the public schools. She is a graduate of Western University and is considered a bright scholar. Miss Kelley, who made her home with Prof. and Mrs. Patterson, 840 Freeman avenue, K. C. K., has gone to Saint Joseph, Mo., where she will be employed as an instructor in the public schools. Rev. Elias and daughter, Mrs. Pierce, of Pittsburg, en route home from Chicago, Ill., where they attended the National Baptist convention, stopped over a few days in the city and paid their respects to their many Kansas friends. Mr. John W. Jones, 440 State avenue, Kansas City, Kansas, attended the exposition at Chicago. Mrs. Eulalee Jones, 947 Walker avenue, K. C. K., has gone to Columbia, Mo., where she will teach in the public schools. Bishop H. Blanton Parks, of Chicago, conducted the A. M. E. conference here last week. Miss Julia Price, 770 State avenue, K. C. K., has returned from Salina and other points in Kansas where she visited relatives and friends. Mrs. Cora Yeager, of Lawrence and Mrs. Rosa Jackson, of Topeka, attended the Kansas annual conference here last week and were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. James Webb, 815 Freeman avenue. They reported a pleasant time. At the close of the A. M. E. church and Metropolitan Baptist church carnival, where Mrs. E. Lyles of the former and Lizzie Sewal of the latter ran for queen of the carnival, Mrs. Lyles raised the largest sum of money, $38 and was crowned queen. She is one of the most successful workers in church and lodge circles in the Twin cities and worthy of the honor. Mrs. Dennis S. Thompson of Bethel, attended the conference last week, and visited friends. She is the wife of one of our most prosperous farmers, who also writes many pleasing and highly instructive articles from Bethel, which are generally featured in the Topeka Plain-dealer. Mrs. Nannie Phillips, 827 Freeman avenue, K. C. K., entertained at her home Monday for Supreme Grand Chancellor Absie Hawkins, of Baltimore, and Supreme Grand Secretary Beneficiary Department Geo. Gordan, Chelsea, Miss. A large crowd listened to an interesting lecture Monday evening at Allen Chapel A. M. E. church by Rev. R. C. Ransom of New York. Kansas City, Mo., is looking forward with pride to the coming of the Missouri annual conference of the A. M. E. church, which will convene at Allen chapel, Oct. 6. DR. MORRIS' WARNING TO THE BAPTISTS! Tells Churchmen Not to Purchase Literature from the Chicago Bolters. Helena, Ark., Sept 22, 1915. —To the Baptist churches and Sunday schools of the United States of America: Owing to the fact that a rump convention was held in Chicago, and claims to own your publishing plant, I am hastily sending you this note to ask that you send all orders for Sunday school literature, periodicals, and Sunday school supplies generally to 409 Gay street, Nashville, Tenn. Make your orders payable to S. P. Harris, secretary. If you send your orders here directly, you will have your Sunday school supplies with literature until matters are in shape to get possession of that which rightly belongs to the denomination. If your supplies should be a few days late in reaching you, do not become impatient, for the good of the cause demands that we take this step. E. C. MORRIS, President National Baptist Convention. WINFIELD, KANSAS. Miss Peare Harding, who has been spending the summer in Denver and Colorado Springs, Colo., returned home Thursday and reports a splendid time in the mountains. Miss Carrie Franklin is in Geuda Springs visiting at the home of Mr. and Mrs. John Robbins. Mr. James Nichols is visiting in Peabody and Emporia, he having many friends in the two cities. Rev. R. C. Lee is back from the annual conference which convened at Kansas City. He reports a splendid session. Rev. R. C. Lee is back from the annual conference of the A. M. E. chuhch which met at Kansas City. The Baptist Brotherhood will give a banquet October 8th. This will be one of the grandest events of the year. Some of the city's best people are arranging the affair and a great time is expected. Miss Charees Walton left for Coffeyville Saturday, where she will reside in the future. Mr. Leon Nichols will leave Monday for Emporia and other points to visit friends. Mr. Nichols is one of our best young men. Mrs. A. Phillips, of Emporia spent a few days in the city last week visiting friends and attending to business. Mr. and Mrs. Whitfield Ross spent last Monday in Lawrence on business. Mrs. Eliza Clarke spent a few days in Kansas City last week attending the A. M. E. annual conference. Prof. P. G. Porter, was a week end visitor in Kansas City. Mesdames Fanon, Holmes, Barnett and Miss Mable Allen attended conference in Kansas City, Sunday. Miss Minnie Bradford, of Paola, spent Saturday and Sunday in the city. Mrs. Nora Williams, of Salina, is visiting her sister, Mrs. William Lewls on North Pine street. (Under New Management.) F. C. DONEY, Prop. Prices and Services Our Hobby. Phone Douglas 2046. WICHITA KANSAS "THE CHOICEST PRODUCT OF THE BREWERS ART." E. G. Cassidy Merc. Co., (Distributers.) SEDALIA, --- MISSOURI. Wholesale.... Liquor Dealer MAIL ORDERS OUR SPECIALTY. Send for Price List. EAST LEAVENWORTH, MO. Western University male quartette will render a musical program at the Masonic hall, Thursday, Sept. 30 under the auspices of the Second Baptist church. A very excellent program was rendered by the pupils of Lincoln school Tuesday afternoon in honor of the birthday anniversary of Miss Frances E. Willard, the great temperance and reform leader. Mrs. Nola Hughes, of Lexington, Mo., and Miss Nellie Johnson, of Kansas City, attended the funeral of their granddaughter and niece, little Beatrice Tonoda. Lina Katherine, the little 2-year-old daughter of Mr. and Ms. Warren Fuel, died at their home in East Olathe Sundy morning of pneumonia. Little Lina was a bright, lovable little child, and will be greatly missed by the family. The funeral was held from the residence Monday afternoon, the Rev. William Jackson, of the Second Baptist church officiating. Interment in Olathe cemetery. Beatrice Tonoda, aged seven years, second daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Tonoda, died Sunday afternoon, of infantile paralysis. She was of a bright, sunny disposition, and loved by all who knew her. Besides her mother and father, three sisters and a brother mourn her loss. The funeral was held Tuesday afternoon from the A. M. E. church, the Rev. J. W. Allen officiating. WICHITA, KANSAS. Miss Alva Fine, of Independence, is the guest of her uncle and aunt, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas W. Fine. Misses Hazel and Goldie Crouch returned Sunday morning from Kansas City, Mo., where they were the guest of Mr. and Mrs. C. W. Garrett (Irene Bettis.) A "stag" was given Wednesday night at the home of Mr. Bernard W. Brooks to honor his twenty-fourth birthday. eighteen young men were in attendance. Mrs. Toby Williams (Mossie Crouch) and two sons, of Des Moines, Ia., are the guest of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Crouch. An interesting program was rendered Monday night at the Calvary Baptist church. A large crowd attended. Miss Stella Turner and Mrs. Ike Porter are the guests of friends in Chicago. Mrs. Frank Byman (Irma Clark) and two children, of Kansas City, Mo., are the guests of their parents, Mr. Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Clark. Mrs. Ernest Moore, who has been ill for several weeks is convalecent. Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Cowan, Mrs. Moore, of Chicago, were the dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. F. O. Miller, Sundav. Rev. J. C. Rogers, of Hutchinson, preached at Calvary Baptist church Sunday night to a large and appreciative audience. Miss Vina Duley and Mr. Fay Anderson, both of this city, were quietly married recently and are now at home to friends at 631 N. Water street. erved at the Postoffice at Tyoka and Second Class Mail Matter. "FLAPDOODLE" IS . RIGHT. We heartily agree with Mayor Jay E. House that civil service is "flapdoodle." The civil service as practiced in cities and by the United States government is a farce. Some months ago two colored men passed the examination under the civil service commission in Topeka and a white man failed, but the white man got the job of policeman by recommendation of the civil service commission. In our national government a candidate before the civil service commission must submit his photograph before taking an examination. The policy is only to bar the black man from certain positions. Too many colored people were prying the government lid open and getting to the pie counter: That was because a white man or woman who was worth the salt that goes in his or her bread could not get better positions outside the government service, which left the government to gets its supply from that worthless class, which it would rather do than give the black man or woman a chance, who, no matter how well qualified, are barred from the big business concerns which employ labor by the thousands. The state civil service law bars users of liquor and cigarettes, but if the law was enforced in spirit and letter there wouldn't be enough people left in the state employ—elective, appetitive or otherwise—to run the affairs of state. Civil service or no civil service, when your "goat" is wanted, there is always a path open. The civil service is farce. Our Lawrence Correspondent Went off Half-cocked. Miss Alberta Guy, one of Topeka's leading and most popular young ladies, who is teaching in the High school at Baltimore, writes us as follows under date of Sept. 27th in regard to an item appearing in the correspondence from Lawrence, where Miss Guy visited several times before departing for her post of duty: "Editor Plaindealer: For the benefit of the person or persons, I understand, caused to be published in your columns an announcement of my engagement to Mr. Wright, of Lawrence. I wish to circulate through the same medium a flat denial of the report. Thanking you kindly, I am, Yours respectfully U. ALBERTA GUY. U. B. F. AND S. M. T. AT COFFEYVILLE. Annual Session Was a Gathering of Pleasure and Profit. The U. B. F. and S. M. T. grand lodge was held in Coffeyville last week. It was a successful and harmonious meeting and several thousand dollars was left in the treasury. They were highly entertained by the citizens of Coffeyville, and this is reported as one of the grandest and best sessions in the history of the Order. Rev. Geo. McNeal was reelected grand master; Dr. F. O. Miller, deputy grand master; John E. Lewis, grand secretary; Dr. R. C. Hayden, assistant secretary; J. W. Jones, endowment treasurer; Miss Daisy Reynolds, endowment secretary; Rev. D. B. Jackson, grand treasurer; Rev. C. W. Wilson, chaplain. The officers of the S. M. T. are; Mrs Sara J. Parks, princess; Mrs. Anna Howard, vice princess; Mrs. Julia Robinson, grand treasurer. Next place of meeting will be at Leavenworth. Mr. and Mrs. Richard Gaines entertained Mrs. Ellen Page, of Topeka, Kansas, at six o'clock dinner. The other guests were Mr. and Mrs. Alexander Tillery, of Chicago. THE, EDITOR'S NOTE BOOK. Interesting Jots Gleaned Here Mr. A. R. Merritt, of Kansas City, Kansas, who is employed with the Milwaukee and Saint Paul railway, visited his family and attended the conference last week. Mrs. Merritt, and daughter, Mrs. Evans entertained Bishop Parks and wife, also Mr. McGirt, editor of the McGirt Magazines and Editor Nick Chiles of The Topeka Plaindealer at dinner last week. Mrs. Evans is one among the best housekeepers and cooks in Kansas City, at least that was the unanimous opinion of all who participated in the dinner and also Mr. Evans. --- Mr. and Mrs. Tilford Davis, of Kansas City, entertained at an elaborate dinner to a few of the general conference officers of the A. M. E. conference and a few personal friends who were attending the conference. It was a five course dinner and was enjoyed by all who said Mrs. Davis had but few equals in preparing dinners. She is one of Kansas City's leading ladies and is grand recorder of deeds in the Sunflower Grand Court of Calanthe of Kassas; and is a member of several other organizations. Mr. Davis is one of the popular letter carriers in Kansas City, a position he has held for a number of years. They own a nice home at 1116 Washington boulevard. Following are the guests: Rev. R. C. Ransom, of the A. M. E. Review; J. C. Caldwell, of the Sunday School Union; Prof. Jackson, secretary of education; Rev. N. H. Leltz; S. H. Thompson and Nick Chiles, editor of The Topeka Plaindealer. Mrs. Davis was assisted by Mrs. Arnicholas Chiles Williams. The prominent and progressive colored men of Kansas City, Kas., have organized a commercial club and have opened quarters at 508 State avenue. It is a much needed organization and will go a long way toward relieving the colored people of the much congested conditions' of prejudice that is growing in that city. This organization will look after the interests along business lines for colored men; in fact, will look after all the needs and wants that are necessary to make them feel like they are citizens of Kansas City. There is much prejudice in that town at this time, almost as bad as in Texas in some instances. No colored men are holding positions as policemen or any position under public officers in city or county. The officers of this commercial club are: E. F. Smith, president; Steve White, secretary; Willis Allen, chairman of board of directors; Nat Singletary, treasurer. If one or two hundred solid colored men of Kansas City would get in this club they could handle the business and politics so that it would be of great interest and advantage to the colored citizens of Wyandotte county. * * * Mr. W. B. Carter, one of Leavenworth county's prominent and progressive citizens is visiting his foster parents, Mr. and Mrs. B. Greene, at Guthrie, Okla. Mr. Greene is a retired soldier of the regular army and is quite wealthy—owns lots of good property in Oklahoma and also a farm. Mr. Carter is employed by the State Savings bank of Leavenworth, and owns a slice home and good property and is a substantial citizen as well as a Christian gentleman. Mr. R. A. Davis, dairyman, of Olathe, is one of the most successful and well fixed dairymen of the race in the West. He has fourteen cows averaging about $150 per month income, and he also grows wheat, corn and oats. --- Misa Mayme Hagan, of Lawrence has been elected as one of the teachers in the Natchez college at Natchez. Miss. She departed last week to take up her new duties. The colored people of Lawrence are vicing with each other in the erection of nice homes. Several have been built and others nearing completion during the past year among which are that of Asa Sampson, Samuel Rice, Adam Sallisbury, Mrs. Fox, Mr. Lee Mason, Mr. John Mitchell and Mrs. C. B. Venerable. Mr. C. Blaine Venerable, who lost a valuable residence at Lawrence by fire, received a check one day this week from the British Insurance company for $2182.15. DR. KENNER'S HORSES WIN IN EVERY EVENT. Lawrence Colored Man's Horses Win Over Stables of Men Worth Millions. We are glad to note the fact that the colored race have very few equals when it comes to handling live stock, especially horses. They are the best educators and conditioners of horses of any nationality on the globe. This fact has been demonstrated on several occasions all over the country, especially by Mr. Thomas Bass, of Mexico, Mo., who has a world-wide A. B. reputation as a horseman; but here now arises another star in the person of Dr. J. J. Kenner, of Lawrence, who is acknowledged to have very few equals when it comes to educating and training horses and driving them. While the Doctor enjoys a lucrative practice, yet he devotes a little time to his fine string of blooded horses, Dr. Kenner is a Missouri boy, but was reared in Lee County, Illinois, where he began his career as a horse trainer. He is a graduate of Iowa City Medical University, and from the business college at Dixon, Ill., and also of the medical department of Nebraska University and took a post graduate course at the University of Kansas and passed both medical boards of Kansas and Nebraska. He came to Lawrence in 1903 without a penny, and when the big flood was on. But by constant work and his gentlemanly department, he has endeared himself in the hearts of the people of Douglas county and he has a first-class reputation as a good physician, and now owns a cut-stone front building at 830 Vermont, which cost $5,000 and the property is valued at $7,000. The three of his horses that he prizes very highly are Nellie Bowman, Silver Limb and White Star, are all first-class show horses and high-grade saddle, single and double hitch animals. At the fair at Kansas City, it was a notable fact that notwithstanding the fine stock from the stables of Kansas City's millionaires and other parts of the state were there to take off the prizes, they were afraid to enter them in the contest against those of Dr. Kenner, as they could plainly see that their horses were outclassed from every angle. The Dr. horses were put in a special class and were awarded the blue ribbon—in fact Dr. Kenner took first prize in everything in sight. It was a pleasing sight when the ribbons were presented to the Doctor to see him drive off with the ribbons on his horses floating to the breezes as much to say, "Boys, we've got you and you can't help yourself." He has been very successful in handling fine horses and has sold them at prices as high as $800 a head. He knows a good colt he lays eyes upon it and when he gets one in hand, knows what to do with it. Dr. Kenner has three horses valued at $2,000. He is the founder of the Driving association of Douglas county an one of its most active members. All of Douglas county is proud of the fact that the Doctor won these prizes, as it had been said hat all of the owners of fine horses in Douglas county were afraid-to go against the visitors because they had a national reputation and would have gone off with the prizes had not Dr. Kenner, stepped in and saved the day. SPECIAL NOTICE ! By order of the National Baptist Convention assembled in Chicago, Ill., you are hereby directed to send all orders for Sunday School literature, merchandise, etc., to S. P. Harris, Secretary, 409 Gay St., Nashville, Tenn. Beginning now, make out your orders in accordance with this instruction. Send him your order for literature, etc., for the October quarter. E. C. MORRIS, Pres. R. B. HUDSON Sec. LEAVENWORTH, KAN. Mrs. John Mitchell of St. Joseph, Mo., who spent a few days visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. William Scott, returned home last Monday. Mrs. Samuel Montgomery has returned home after a few weeks stay in Chicago and Kentucky visiting relatives and friends. Mr. Henderson of Topeka spent a few days in the city, visiting friends. Mr. Melville Gray, who has been in California for the past two years, is visiting his mother, Mrs. B. S. Small. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Williams of Kansas City, Kansas, spent two days in the city last week visiting friends. Rev. G. W. H. Ros and daughter Annabelle spent two days in the city last week visiting friends. Mrs. R. J. Smith is getting along nicely. H. C. Jones, who is attending K. U., spent the week in the city visiting his parents, Mr. and Mrs. S. T. Jones. Among those who attended annual conference in Kansas City, Kan., were Mrs. S. Sampson., Mrs. M. Townsend, Mrs. B. Parker, W. B. Carter, Wm. E. Guy and Mrs. F. Webb. DR. J. M. JAMISON—327 Madis 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 even- ing. Sundays by request. OFFICE HOURS: 9 a. m. to 12 a. 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 72 Kansas Ave.-Tl. 3987. Res. 135 Monroe St.-Tel. 3987 R. 2. DR. THADDEUS P. MARTIN Physician and Surgeon. Phone 3608. 833 Kansas Ave Residence: 1026 Buchanan St. Residence Phone: 3606 R. 2. Tel. 774 Res—774 Ring 9 OLIVER A. TAYLOR, M. P. Physician and Surgeon. Office: 334 Kansas Ave. over Glbier Drug Store, across from Three Hotel. Calls answered Night and Day—Res. 1555 Van Buren St. DENTIST. All Work Guaranteed to Give ... Satisfaction. ... 832 Kansas Av. Phone 142: PAOLA. KANSAS. The Emancipation celebration held here Sept. 22d, was a rousing success. 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Mr. Frank Means, who had been sick for several months, died Sept. 21, and was laid to rest in Oak Grove cemetery on the 22d. Mr. Means was an old soldier of the Civil war, having marched away to battle with the first black regi- This pretty picture was sent us by a customer, made happy by using Her-Tru-Line. Large Jars 50cts at ment that ever went from this state, and under Col. C. W. Williams, they made history for Kansas and honor to the Negro race as soldiers and citizens. At Poison Springs and numerous other places, Col. Williams and his gallant blacks proved that a braver lot of men never went to war. The passing of this gallant old man makes one recall that only a very few of his regiment are left among us to inspire us with reminence of half a century ago. Moses Holt, Fort Scott; Whitfield Ross, Olathe; William Gordon and Andy Wilson, both of Paola are the only survivors of the regiment. Mr. means had made his home in Paola for more than fifty years. He was an upright, indutrious citizen, and he will be greatly missed. The writer mourns with those bereaved, as we had the pleasure of a personal acquaintance with the deceased, who was a comrade of our father, the late Charles Smith, of Pleasanton. May angels guard his soul.—One of -The Plaindealer Force. Any person writing this office for information will please send stamps if an answer is expected. City Happenings Mrs. Laura Williams of the North side, was a pleasant caller at this office Tuesday. Mrs. W. R. Russell, wife of Dr. W. R. Russell is still ill at her:home on the North side. Mrs. John Rucker, 1307 Chandler, has returned from a pleasant visit to Kansas City. Mrs. Minnie L. Thomas attended the grand lodge of the U. B. F. and S. M. T. at Coffeyville last week. HOUSE FOR SALE—Six-room modern, 205 W. 14th street for $1,500. See owner at 735 Filmore street or phone 914. Mrs. Fannie Clinkscale, wife of Prof. Clinksenle, has been confined to her bed for more than a week with rheumatism. Mr. Clarence Moss and wife visited the conference at Kansas City last week and were guests of Mrs. Moss' mother and sister. FURNISHED ROOMS—Everything modern and convenient at moderate prices.—Mrs. A. C. Todd, 1315 Van Buren, Phone, 2457 White. Mrs. Sam Thompson of Chicago, who has been visiting Mr. and Mrs. Connelly for the past two weeks, left this week for her home. Mrs. P. J. Williams, 738 Garfield, entertained a number of friends in honor of Mrs. Thompson, Chicago, on Saturday of last week. Mrs. Calvin Harris, who had been the guest of Mrs. D. C. Scott on Buchanan street, departed for her home in Hudson one day this week. --- We note by the Colorado Statesman that Mrs. Ed Wright is visiting friends in Denver. She is en route home from an extended visit in California. Mr. M. W. Overton, North Topeka, is doing a fine business as a grocer and is one of the most successful in Topeka. He has a general mercantile store. The Dumas Art club will meet with Mrs. Eliza Slaughter today at her home, 1409 Quincy street. Mrs. Eliza Slaughter is president and Mrs. Birdie Scott Taylor reporter. --- Mrs. Henrietta Martin, dressmaking, claer from to 12 and 1 to 4 o'clock each Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday, 832 Kansas avenue, Phone 3608, 50 cents a season; bring your own goods and make your own dress. Rev. Peter Rucker, pastor of Zion Baptist church, North Topeka, holds regular services every Sunday. Rev. Rucker is one of the old school ministers who believes in straightforward and honest dealing. James, the little son of Mr. and Mrs. G. W. Hamilton, is seriously ill at their home on West Tenth street. His brother has been called home from college and also his grandmother, Mrs. Clark, of Wichita is at his bedside. Mrs. Ellen Page has returned from an extended visit to Chicago. She reports a very pleasant time and says she met several of her neices whom she had not seen in years. Mrs. Page was the guest of her daughter, Mrs. Minnie Tillery. --- The Oriental Art club opened last Thursday with Miss Eva Hall on King street. They had a very pleasant business meeting after which they were served by the hostess. Adjourned to meet next Thursday with Lide Baker, 816 Clay street. ATTENTION. LADIES! I have a fine line of colored people's hair. Any shade in Switches and Pompadours for 25c each I also have a wonderful Hair Grower, guaranteed to beautify and grow the hair, Prevents dandruff and falling of the hair if used as directed. Price 15c and 25c. Straightening Combs $1.00.—MRS, A. C. M.CLELLAND TODD.—Adv. A dinner was given in honor of Mrs. Sarah King of Okmulgee, Okla., sister of Mrs. Witt Delona at the residence of Mrs. E. E. Buckner, 727 Lime street. Covers were laid for fourteen. The menu was highly enjoyed and all departed declaring Mrs. Buckner an ideal hostess. Mrs. Elizabeth Scott, 1012 Buchanan Street has moved to Chicago, her former home, where she will make her home with her sons. She is an upright Christian woman, a devoted mother and a good neighbor, and her many friends are sorry to see her leave; but wish her happiness and success in her new home. Mrs. Daisy Richardson Thompson, formerly of this city, but now a resident of Cheyenne, Wyo., who had been spending the past two weeks with her mother and brother, Mrs. Mattie Richardson and Eugene Richardson. 1410 Van Buren street, left for Kansas City one day this week where she will visit a few days. Mrs. Mahalie Keller died Sept. 27th at her home in Pierce's addition. The funeral was held from the residence, the Rev. W. P. Greene officiating. She was born in South Carolina and was sixty-three years of age at the time of her demise. She leaves a husband and some children and a host of neighbors and friends to mourn her death. --- Mr. John Scott, of Los Angles, Calif., en route home from Chicago, spent last Saturday, Sept. 18 in Topeka. He stopped at Wichita Sunday. He is one of the young business men of his home town. He is acquainted with our mutul friend, Hon. Joseph Blackburn Bass, editor of the California Eagle. Mr. Scott says that "Old Joe" is sitting steady in the boat doing nicely. --- Rev. B. R. Ross, of Brown chapel, has been assigned to Ottawa. While in Topeka he and his wife did great work in that section of the city for the uplift and advancement of humanity and the church. Rev. Ross is an honest, upright, Christian gentleman and a good minister, and his wife is a good church worker and their many friends of Topeka are sorry to see them go elsewhere. They will be a great help to the citizens of Ottawa, who should be loyal to Rev. Ross and his estimable wife. --- Mrs. D. C. Scott, on Buchanan street, very pleasantly entertained a number of friends at breakfast last Saturday morning compliment to Mrs. Calvin Harris, of Hudson. The dining room was beautifully decorated in yellow dahlias and vases of yellow flowers adorned the room open to the guests. Those who enjoyed the hospitality of the hostess besides the honoree were Mrs. Dennis Ray, Mrs. Taylor Reed, Rev. and Mrs. George Gilbert Walker, Mrs. James H. Guy, Mrs. John M. Wright, Miss Lydia Baker, Miss Lena Thompson and Mrs. Mary Young. Lamberson-Tyler. The marriage of Miss Jesse Niel Lamberson to Mr. Alonzo Tyler was solemnized at the residence of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Horace Lamberson in North Topeka, Wednesday evening, Sept. 29th. The ceremony was performed by Rev. J. M. Brown. Miss Effie Tyler, sister of the groom, was bridesmaid and Mr. Clyde Crith best man. Miss Lamberson is a graduate of the Topeka High school and is a prominent Sunday school and church worker of St. John A. M. E. church and is an industrious and intelligent young lady and has a host of friends. Mr. Tyler is a prominent young man, an upright, Christian gentleman and we predict a bright future for these young people. Mr. Tyler's father is one of Kansas' pioneers and is now employed as a fireman at the state heating plant. Mr. and Mrs. Lamberson are among the most highly respected and progressive citizens of Toneka. Mr. and Mrs. Tyler will be at home to their friends at 1125 Boswell avenue. Miss Cleo Geraldyne Morgan, who has been-quite sick, is now much improved. WANTED—Colored men and women to sell office specialties to banks, schools, colleges, etc. Big commissions to hustlers. Send 25c for samples. Nothing but first class people need apply. Write the Kansas Specialty Co., 106 Ave. E West; Hutchinson, Kan., dept. Qq. A Shower. Miss Nelle Ellis, president of the Monday Evening Reading club, delightfully entertained at a linen shower and a three course dinner at her home Wednesday complimentary to Miss Ada Upshaw, ex-president of the club, whose marriage to Prof. Brock took place today. The bride-to-be was the recipient of many handsome towels and a fine list of directions for keeping a husband. 0 Mrs. Birdie Scott Taylor returned Thursday of last week from Omaha and Lincoln, Neb. She reports a very pleasant visit. She was a guest of Mr. and Mrs. N. P. Patton, at their hotel and was delighted with her visit and the commodious hostelry of the Pattons, which she says is first-class in all of its appointments. She also was royally entertained by Mr. and Mrs. Richard White, formerly of Topeka. --- Mr. James Scott, popular farmer and breeder of "blueblood" jersey cattle, was successful in many events, in fact he was awarded prizes in every thing he entered. Mr. Scott's cattle were pitted against those of men worth millions, but Mr. old boy had he real goods hence Scott had the real goods, hence his fine success.. We all have to take off our hats to Mr. Scott and give him credit for being one of the most progressive and wide-awake young farmers in the West. --- The Junior Christian Endeavor society met in a business session last Thursday afternoon at the residence of Mrs. R. H. Wade. The name was changed from Junior to "Intermediate" including ages from twelve to sixteen years. The following officers were elected: President, Eva Barker; vicepresident, Thelma Ida Mae Chiles; secretary, Frances Hayes; assistant secretary, Castella Reed; treasurer, Thresa Barker; organist, Elsie Green. The next meeting will be with Eva and Teddy Barker. --- The East Hill H. and W. Art and Social club held its first meeting of the season Sept 23d with Mrs. Parks as hostess at the residence of Mrs. Peak on Seventh and Golden avenue. The following officers were elected for the ensuing year; Mrs. Kuykendall, president; Mrs. Taylor, vice president; Mrs. Evans, secretary; Mrs. Gurton, treasurer; Mrs. Peak, chaplain; Mrs. Alexander, reporter. The charity committee will be appointed at the next meeting. This club is organized for the purpose of charity, art and social business. The amount of money collected last season was nine dollars. The club was organized in March and disbanded in June with Mrs. Wilson as vice president and Mrs. Harris president. The next meeting will be with Mrs. Kuykendall.—Mrs. Dora Alexander, reporter. --- Mr. J. M. Ferguson, the veteran grocer, 15th and Quincy streets, spent last week in St. Louis on business and pleasure. Mr. Ferguson is one of the best business men in the city—keen, alert and always on the job and he certainly earned the littl erecreation that fell to his lot last week. Mr. Ferguson says hat the colored people in St. Louis are not sleeping along business lines by no means. He visited a number of places where the capital invested represents a fortune. He was amazed at the colored High school building. It cost a half million dollars and is considered to be one of the finest in the United States regardless to race or previous conditions. Mr. Ferguson enjoyed the trip immensely and is glad now that he went. During his absence, his son Harry, who is a partner in the business looked after the store. YORK MASONS IN GRAND SESSION Most Worshipful King Solomon's Grand Lodge of F. & A. A. Y. M., of Kansas and Jurisdiction was called to order by Most Worshipful Grand Master Rev. Frank Wilson of Topeka at 10:00 o'clock a. m., at 420 Kansas avenue, Tuesday morning, Sept. 14th, 1915. Tuesday afternoon, the Heri- ones of Jerichio, M. W. King Solomon Grand Court was called to order by G. M. A. M., Mrs. L. C. Bowers, of Lawrence, both morning and afternoon were spent in enrolling de- legates, appointing various com- mittees and calling roll of the Grand Lodge and Grand Court officers and members. Tuesday evening 8 o'clock p. m., was devoted to the reading of reports of the Grand Master, G. M. A. Matron, Grand Lodge Secretary, Grand Court Secretary Grand Lodge Treasurer and Grand Court Treasurer. Each of the above named offi- cers made an excellent report. The Grand Court Secretary's report was received with much enthusiasm as she reported that the financial standing of the Grand Court was far better than before after paying off several claims, that we had a few hundred dollars left. Wednesday morning and afternoon, the delegates and visitors from different sections of the state having arrived, the G. Lodge and G. Court began its regular routine of business. Wednesday evening at 8:00 o'clock p. m., a reception was given by the local Courts and Lodges of Topeka for the delegates, friends and visitors of the Order. An interesting program was rendered. Among a few of those who spoke or delivered addresses were Dr. Franklin Wilson, Jr., of Kansas City, Kas., Rev. Geo, McNeal, of Kansas City, Kas., Rev. J. Alexander, Topeka, Rev. Frank Wilson, G. M., Topeka; Mrs. Emma Gaines of Topeka; Mrs. L. C. Bowers, G. M. of Lawrence, and several others that could be mentioned. Their remarks were greatly applauded, and were beneficial to all who heard them. Thursday morning was election of officers and reports of committees of the Grand Lodge. The Grand Court in the afternoon was called from refreshments to labor by the G. M. A. M. Mrs. L. C. Bowers at 2:00 o'clock p. m. After opening ceremonies, reports of the different committees were read. Thursday evening at 8 p. m., the annual sermon was held at Lane's chapel, Fourteenth and Van Buren streets. The sermon was delivered by Rev. Moses Johnson, of Kansas City, Kansas. Each and everyone hearing the deliverance was very much pleased. Rev. Johnson is a bright young minister and the future outlook in the ministerial sphere is very bright for him. After the sermon, encouraging remarks were made by the Grand Master. Friday morning at 8 o'clock, the Grand Lodge was called to order and their final committees reports were heard. At 10 a. m., the G. Court was called on an election of Grand officers and final reports were read. At 2:30 o'clock p. m., a parade marched through the streets of the city and to the south wing of the state house, where they were photographed. Friday evening at 8 o'clock, a public installation was held at Masonic hall, 420 Kansas avenue of which there was a much crowded hall. Mrs. L. C. Bowers, our out-going Grand Matron and her entire Grand cabinet, served the state well for several years. Mrs. Bowers as G. M. A. M. was loved by each and every member of the Grand and Local courts. She held the position of Grand M. A. matron for four years. The court has grown wonderously under her leadership and peace and happiness has reigned throughout the state, with the new Grand M. A. matron, Mrs. A. E. Hyde of Kansas City, Kansas. We also see a bright and prosperous future in each court under her jurisdiction. Mrs. Hyde is matron of Nacoll court of Kansas City, Kan., the largest court of Heroine of Jericho, in the state. Her motto is "Onward and Upward". She served at her post and ever ready to do her duty, now as G. M. A. M. Iwe hope to see her continue her efforts to build the G. Court as well as the Local courts. The new Grand Court offices are as follows. Mrs., A. E. Hyde Kansas City, Kansas, G. M. A.J.M. Cova Yeager Lawrence, Kan., G. S. M. C. Briggs Atchison, Kans. G. C. secretary. N. Buffington Topeka, Kan., G. Ass't. secretary. Z. McLeroy Kansas City, Kansas, G. I. G. K. L. Jackson Newton, Kans. G. O. G. K. Rev. Garnett Newton, Kan. G. J. Rev. M. H. Dickerson, Rev. Anderson of Topeka and Dr. J. F. Wilson of Kansas City, Kansas, G. C. Directors. Rev. Frank Wilson of Topeka was re-elected as G. Master for M. W. K. S. G. Lodge. Rev. Wilson is a man of renown ability, who stands for principle, morals and every- ```markdown ``` REV. FRANK WILSON, M. W. G. W. thing that is right and justice. He is a man that is widely known and we know that his sayings are, "United we stand, divided we fall" and from his record in other capacities of life we can see if we unite together prosperity and success is ours. He is a man that is devoted to his church and family; as a leader, we as yet know 'no equal. To all Masonic brothers and Court sisters we say, return home as a wandering sheep, to the fold. The National Compact Masons or F. and A.A. Y. M. are the only original Masons existing under the old English charter, they do as all true Masonic orders should do—they bury their dead and see after their widows and orphans as long as they remain a Mason's widow. After the installation on Friday evening there were several death claims paid off by the Grand Court and widows and orphans received their annual Masonic pension, after which the Grand Lodge of F. and A. A. Y. M. and Grand Court of Heroines of Jericho, adjourned to meet in Kansas City, Kansas, Sept. 1916. Following are the Grand Lodge officers: Rev. Frank Wilson of Topeka, M. W. G. M. Rev. Moses Johnson of Kansas City, Kansas, D. G. M. Mr. Clyde Briggs of Atchison, G. L. secretary. Mr. Taylor of Kansas City, Kansas, G. Treasurer. Mr. Eaves of Atchison, G. L. Chaplin. Mr. H. Austin of Topeka, G. S. W. Rev. M. W. Dickerson of Topeka, G. J. W. Mr. McLeroy of Kansas City, Kansas, G. L T. Mr. Baxter of Kansas City, Kansas, G. Marshall. Rev. Dickerson G. D D. and other appointives will be announced later. St. John A. M. E. Church. St. Johns A. M. E. Sunday School, met at 9:30 A. M. School was well attended by both parents and children. Our Sunday School is still growing, and we intend to continue growth as long as "He giveth us breath." Next Sunday marks the beginning of our work in the grade system. With this new work comes an awakening. No moms will St. John children enter their Sunday School door as of old, but instead each active member will have made some preparation at home and will have thought of his lesson in the same manner as the everyday lesson and with this will be a knowledge of The Divine Creator. In the future our children will be thoroughly instructed. They will have a better knowledge of History, Geography and Literature, all from the study of The Great Book. Best of all they will understand, "More about Jesus." And to understand is to know. It is the strongest desire of Supt. and every teacher, that every child enter into this great work with his head and heart. For unless we work with our whole bodies we can never attain a thoruogh education. There is a certain facination about this work and once into it, means but to continue. The rearrangement and classifying of scholars has been thoroughly gone over supervised by the superintendent W. W. Buckner. To the good wishes of many they will be permitted to remain in classes with their old playmates. Comparatively few changes were made. We are all ready to begin the new work. Those children passing from the primary department to the intermediate department will be examined Sunday by Miss Lutie Hawkins, supt. of primary department. The graded lesson is a great thing. The system is a booq to any Sunday School. Much do we owe to our sup.t. W. W. Buckner, and co-workers that we have this new life added to our Sunday School. The new system begins with the entire Sunday School. The children are taught in mixed classes until the age of 8 and 9 years. At this point on promotion day they are separated; the boys to themselves, and the girls to themselves. From his time on the boys and girls are taught separately until by faith they pass into the adult class where the lads and lasses are again united and live happily ever afterwards. So come out and join our Sunday School. Get in on the first lesson of the new system. Church services as usual at 11: A.M. On account of general conference, our pastor, Rev. J. M. Brown was not with us. This day seemed to be general vacation and visiting day. Rev. Foster spoke from the pulpit Sunday, leaving many thought with us that we might dwell upon the coming week. Evening services were commenced at 8: P. M. Rev. Alexander rendered us his service. We all enjoyed his cermon. You are cordially invited to be with us always. Junior Endeavor met as usual at 5: P. M. Our younger people are doing a great work. The mothers and friends are cordially invited to come out and see just what their children are doing. They held their first business meeting last Thursday, at the home of Mrs. R. H. Wade, superintendent. We shall be glad to let you know in our next notes just what they have planned. A. C. Endeavor met at 7 P.M. The lesson was conducted by Miss Zepha Turner. Subject: "Temptation and How to Overcome Them." Our society was well attended. We as C. E. are glad to see the retur of many old faces. Many who have returned to resume school duties and who with these duties are going to figure in our E. society. Let every C. E. bear in mind the 2nd Thursday night in October. Our business meeting will be held that night, at the home of our treasurer, Mrs. R. H. Wade, 1100 College Ave. Come out and help us to manage your society. We are going to put forth some great ideas, come and give us your opinion. Lots of work and lots of fun. Come out to our business meeting. 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The table was beautiful in its appointments, lighted with candles with red shades and exquisitely decorated with pink china asters. The elegant three course menu was much enjoyed. Later in the evening the ladies were joined by Miss Tate and by the gentlemen: Messrs Jamie Andrews, Nelson Howard, Carl Lair and Duke. Music and other amusements were enjoyed until 11 o'clock, and then with many expressions of congratulations and best wishes for the return of many such days for their charming hostess, the guests took their departure. Harris Flats EXCELSIOR SPRINGS, MO. 624 N. Main Street-First Class Place for Colored Trade-Clean Beds and all other conveniences.THE BEST MEALS SERVED! Only the patronage of the best people solicited. Terms reasonable. (MISS) CLAY ANNA HARRIS, Manager. H. C. HARVEY, Proprietor. Whitlock Bros. Market. The sudden death of Mrs. Pattie Cobb Moss of 724 Clay street, which occurred Tuesday, Sept. 14, about 3 o'clock, was a shock to her family and a surprise to the community. Death came on the day and hour of her wedding anniversary twenty-five years ago. The funeral services we o not held until Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock Sept. 18, awaiting the arrival of her son, Mr. Hobart Moss, who was away on the coast. Services were held at the residence, Rev. T. A. Harvey, pastor of the A. M. E. church officiating assisted by the Revs. A. E. Rankin and W. M. Young. Song service was rendered by a special choir, Mrs. Pearl Clark, Mrs. Pearl Thompson, Miss Edith Osborn with Miss Grazia Corneal at the piano. Condolence in behalf of the Frisco porters, who also gave a large and rare design as a floral tribute by Mrs. James Stephenson, wife of the oldest porter on the road. Many other and beautiful designs of beautiful flowers covered the casket. The services were beautiful and impressive and appropriate to the life of the deceased.. The funeral arrangements were under the supervision of undertaker, W. P. Campbell. The deceased leaves a husband, three daughters, one son, three sisters, three brothers and many friends to mourn her sudden and untimely demise. 216 EAST DOUGLASS AVE. One of the Best Places in the City to Do Your Marketing. REMEMBER THE NUMBER. 216 EAST DOUGLAS AVE. [ WICHITA, KANSAS. Trolley To Kansas City One of the most delightful rides in the State of Kansas is on the WROLLEY LINE between Kansas City and Leavenworth, Kas. This road runs through beautiful and picturesque country. It takes you by the door of the State Penitentiary at Lansing, Kas., the National Soldiers' Home, Ft. Leavenworth, and both the Federal and Military prisons and many other important sight-seeing places. Car $ \textcircled{1} $ leave Kansas City every hour on the even hour from 6 a. m. to 10 p. m.; last car leaves Kansas City at 11:30 p. m. except Saturday night last car leaves at 12 o'clock midnight. Car $ \textcircled{2} $ leaves Leavenworth, Kansas, every hour on the half from 6:30 a. m. to 10:30 p. m. except Saturday and Sunday nights the last car leaves at 12 o'clock midnight. The Kansas City-Western Railway Co. Buy Your Lodge Supplies From the -- Big Negro Firm -- THE LOVE Regalia Company Miss B. K. Morrison en route to take up her school work at St. Joseph, spent about two weeks as house guest of her sister. Mrs. James Hardrick. Miss Morrison is always and at any time a pleasant and most welcome visitor to her Springfield friends. GEO. W. K. LOVE, President. Ah, there's Sweetness, Madam Mr. Kurd, of Tulsa, Okla., a cousin of Mr. W. S. Moss, attended the funeral, also Mrs. Brown, a sister of the deceased was present. The union recital by the Baptist, M. E. and Presbyterian churches presents Mr. T. Lloyd Hickman, the young baritone, of St. Paul, Minn., at Pitts Chapel M. E. church. He was assisted by Miss Marie W. Andrews, accompanist, Mrs. W. H. Young, soprano; Mrs. O. L. Rankin, instrumental soloist and Rev. A. E. Rankin, reader. This program was rendered to a large and representative audience, which appreciated its value. Mr. Jamie Abernathy, 1114 Sherman street has long been an admirer ad is now a subscriber of The Topeka Plaindealer. Just one thing required to convince you of the deliciousness of Meadow-Gold Butter. Try it. It's the butter that's going into hundreds of thousands of homes all over the country. Don't think that the tasty, fine-flavored On last week a good and interesting meeting of the Mothers club was held. Mrs. William Bruce is president. Meadow-Gold Butter Mrs. Clark, of Kansas City, mother of Dr. Clark and Mrs. Dr. Clark were pleasant callers on Mr. and Mrs. J. T. Cooper and Miss D. Cooper. Later in the evening the ladies were joined by Dr. Clark. Mrs. Clark of Kansas City is a sweet, lovable, fascinating lady. One has only to meet her to know and love her. May her visit to our city be a pleasant one. may be too high priced. Meadow-Gold Butter never "soars" like some butters. You will find when you settle down to using it regularly that you can always get it when you want it and you can always buy it at a reasonable price. Made only from pasteurized cream. Send us your order to-day. We are all sadder and grieved to know that the condition of Mr. Laurenie Hogan grows no better. He has been confined to his bed now for fourteen weeks, having first taken with ever. Meadow Gold Butter The schools opened with the following corps of instructors who have already gotten down to business and doing good work; Principal, Prof W. H. McAdams; assistants, Miss Mabell Andrews and Miss M. W. Continental Creamery Company, Topeka, Kans. Andrews; room five, Miss Grazias Corneal; room four, Miss Clara Nuttall; room three, Miss Ada M. Fullbright; room two, Miss Edyth M. Young; room one, Miss Doris B. Cooper; domestic science, Miss Edyth Osborn; manual training, Mr. Bustill; assistant instructors, Miss Edwina H. Smith, Miss Geneva Vickers; Douglas school Prof. C. H. Wilburn; Vernon avenue, Prof. W. S. Crosby. Mr. and Mrs. Thompkins, of Hartvill, are making their home in Springfield. We hope that they will like this place and remain with us. There is always room for good people. Mrs. Maggie Bostir was a delightful hostess to her Literary and Musical club Friday afternoon. A large number was in attendance and all enjoyed the afternoon. A pleasant diversion for the afternoon which was the hostess had arranged was a photograph of the members, which all hope will be good, except Mrs. Ada Stephenson who was prevented by other business from being present, so she hopes they will have to pose again. Mrs. Clark won the honor of having the best quotation. A delicious two course menu was served to the visitors, Mrs. Tiny, of St. Paul, Minn.; Mrs. Clark, Kansas City; Mrs. Thornton, Miss Grazia Corneal, who also assisted the hostess, Mrs. Fannie Campbell, Mrs. Rev. McAllister and members. Next place of meeting with Mrs. William Smith, 1005 Sherman avenue, Oct. 7. LINCOLN, NEBRASKA. Rev. C. R. Ross is getting along nicely and will be able to be out in a week. Mrs. James Dean and Wm. Todd are reported on the sick list. Miss Helen Cooley, youngest daughter, of Mr. and Mrs. Walter R. Cooley, of Normal, was married Wednesday to Mr. Geo. R. Randall, of Cleveland, Ohio. Rev. C. R. Runyon, Rev. O. J. Burkhardt and Rev. I. B. Smith attended the A. M. E. conference at Kansas City, Kansas. Rev. C. R. Runyon gave a better report for Lincoln than it has ever been able to report before. Much credit should be given Rev. Runyon for his hard work, as he deserves much praise. Mr. and Mrs. Jack Davis have moved to Omaha. Mrs. Ellen Thompson has moved to Kansas City, Mo. Mrs. F. D. Forbes is in Oklahoma visiting her mother and relatives. Mr. Otis Murray is in Minneapolis, Minn. Miss Blanche Johnson, of Waco, Texas has come to Lincoln to live with her father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. C. R. Johnson. Mr. and Mrs. John G. Pegg, of Omaha, were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. John Cooley during the State Fair. All who owe for The Plaindealer, please get ready to pay our agent who will be around to see you soon. All who have news for the paper please call L 9607. L. B. Thomas. OMAHA. NEBRASKA. One of the grandest balls of the year was held at the Alamo hall under the auspices of the Owl club. The hall was beautifully decorated with palms and ferns with a floral gateway at the entrance which made a beautiful glitter under the lights of the club colors—blue and white. The ladies wore many beautiful gowns. The club members were in full dress. The members are; Ed Buford, president; R. Miller, vice president; L. Peoples, sec'y.; H. Childa, treasurer; A. Harrold, F. Blackwell. L. Broomfield, C. Garrett, N. Hunter, F. McDaniel, E. McCoy, H. Harrold, D. Russ, G. Ingram, S. Harrold and G. Gray. Mr. F. Ingram left Sunday for Tulsa, Okla., to spend the winter. Rev. and Mrs. W. T. Osborn, of Salant John A. M. E. church attended the annual conference at Kansas City. Mrs. Birdie Scott Taylor, of Topeka, Kansas, was in the city a few days ago visiting her relatives and friends. HUTCHINSON, KANSAS. The Forum met Sunday afternoon and rendered a good program. An orchestra has been organized which will furnish music regularly for the Forum. Prof. M. B. Brooks is president. THE MAGIC SHAMPOO DRIER AND HAIR STRAIGHTENER MAILED ANY WHERE IN U.S. 100 POSTAGE PAID SEND MONEY BY POST OFFICE MONEY ORDER address all letters to Mask Shampoo Drier Co. Minneapolis, Minn. not to individuals. A BEAUTIFUL READ OF HAIR IS A LADY'S CROWNING GLORY. 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Rucker, of Virginia, gave a stereoptican lecture at Bethel church Tuesday evening wihrh was highly enjoyed by all present. Mr. W. McAdoo, of Wichita, was a State Fair visitor. Messrs Gus. and Adriel Underwood. Claude James, Joe Teal, Jake Vicks and P. J. Coleman, of Wichita, attended the State Fair. Mr. Harry Fife was shot and killed Friday evening on the fair grounds by a special hot-headed policeman, who became offended at him for alleged actions. This has caused some comment among the colored citizens who decided to take the matter up. Lawyer E. P. Blakemore, of Wichita, has been summonsed and is in the city to take legal action and hopes to prosecute the man. Mr. Fife was of a quiet, unassuming nature and was not known to be in much trouble, therefore all regret that he met death in such a manner. Mrs. G. W. Hardison, of Kansas City, 13 visiting her daughter, Miss Neva Harris and Mr. and Mrs. E. A. Harris. 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Miss Lola Mason has gone to her school at Lexington Junction. Mrs Gilbert Harris is still in Kansas City. Mrs. Bettie Johnson is visiting her daughter, Mrs. Beatrice Campbell in Saint Joseph. We are told that it is Grandma Johson now, and it is a boy. The Grand Matron of the H. of J., Mrs. Dollie Stevens, of Hannibal, visited Carry Tully, Court No. 100 one afternoon this week and expressed herself as being well pleased with the work of the Court. After a splendid lecture by the Grand Matron, cream and cake was served. She stopped with Mr. and Mrs. Reynolds while in the city. Mr. George H. Dunn, son of Charles and Harriett Dunn, died in Pueblo, Colo., Sept. 22 and buried here Sunday, September 26. PITTSBURG, KANSAS We want to kindly thank the Ladies' Aid society and Mrs. N. Pierce, of Pittsburg for the beautiful floral offering that was sent to Parsons as the hand of death came to claim our dear brother and husband, F. Fisher. May God add many blessings to your pathway. 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This is the first time that a colored man was ever permitted to open a drinking place in this district. Adv. DIAMOND Bottling... Works Phone 3178. Baughman Bros. & Legge, 1001 Lincoln St., TOPEKA, KAS When In Salt Lake City and want a like place to eat and rest, step at Loc ward Jackson, 144, R. 4th St., West. Mrs. Henrietta Martin, dressmaking, class from 9 to 12 and 1 to 4 clock each Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday, 832 Kansas avenue, Phone 800-500. 50 cents = lesson; bring your own sweats and make your own dress. CHRISTYVALE, KANS. Mr. Moses Johnson died at this place Sept. 11th. He was born in Cooper county, Mo., in 1849 and was converted to a faith in Christ Jesus several years ago and was a member of the Baptist church for forty-five years. He leaves to mourn his demise a loving wife, one sister and two brothers and a host of friends. "Servant of God, well done, Praise be thy new employ; The battle fought, the victory won, Enter thy Master's joy." LEXINGTON, MO. The Second Baptist Church is moving on to victory under the leadership of Rev. R. W. Williams, who has been here for two years, and who has done creditable work for God, and the people of Lexington. We are in the midst of a big rally which will close the fourth Sunday. This church believes much in prayer, so they will give this week in prayer. Rev. R. W. Williams will preach from the Book of Malachi, 3: 8, "Will a Man Rob God." Rev. W. B. Brooks and Rev. W. H. Smith will be present with their congregations at night service and other churches will be present. Members and friends are invited to be present. Rev. R. W. Williams preached up to the May Flower Baptist Church, Sunday evening and ministered the "Lord's Supper". A glorious meeting was enjoyed by all present and we want you to come again, Rev. Williams. The Zion A. M. E. church held their regular quarterly meeting Sunday, with an appreciative audience at each service. The Rev. W. B. Brooks preached two able sermons, Sunday morning and evening. Rev. W. H. Smith was present at the A. M. E. church in the afternoon service last Sunday. Rev. W. B. Brooks is very busy making preparations for his conference, which will convene in Kansas City, Mo. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Lewis are enjoying the comforts of their new home, a six room bungalow, equipped with bath, electric lights and everything up-to-date. Mr. Art. Mullin of Sioux City, Iowa, is in the city of Lexington, visiting relatives and friends. We are glad to have him here. Mr. and Mrs. T. S. Hunter have just had their four room cottage completed and they are getting ready to enjoy the comforts of their new home. Mrs. Laura V. Williams was called to Oklahoma, by the bedside of her sister, who is very sick at this writing. There are/ many strangers coming into Lexington, for coal mining, as the season of the year is just opening up for work. Dr. Grant Moore was in Lexington, Sunday visiting his wife. He returned to Kansas City Sunday evening where he is very busy making preparation for his wife in the near future to live. Mrs. Gertrude Harker made a flying trip to Lexington to visit her uncle who is very ill at this time. Come again Mrs. Gertrude Harker when Kansas City can spare you more time. SALINA. KAN. Dr. and Mrs. H. H. Wilson, who mortored to Greensburg two weeks ago, have not returned to Salina yet. The Dr. is in attendance on Mrs. Nathan Taylor who is very ill. Mrs. J. C. Brown was hostess to the N. U. G. club last Thursday. Mrs. Depriest called the meeting to order at three o'clock and after business and the programme was dispensed with, the ladies engaged in art needlework. Mrs. Cox talked to the club of her visit to Chicago Half Century Exposition and the National Baptist Convention. We are proud to say Kansas won two prizes at the Chicago Exposition. First prize was awarded to Margaret Adams, for the embroidered peacock and apple tree panel, and the second prize to Mrs. W. B. Carter. of Leavenworth. Mr. D. L. Taylor left Wednesday morning for a ten day visit with relatives and friends in Dversburg, Tenn., and Tulsa, Oklahoma. Prof. J. E. McGirt of Philadelphia, gave a poetic and dramatic recital at A. and M. Hall. Tuesday night under the The sewing circle met at the home of Mrs. Mose Davenport on North Santa Fe, Tuesday afternoon, and were served to lunch after the sewing hour. The mission circle of St. John's Baptist church was postponed, Tuesday night. Mr. Clarence Bell returned from Hutchinson and Kansas City, where he visited relatives and friends. Mrs. Rilla Boswell returned from Chattanooga, Tenn., where she visited relatives. Mr. W. W. Shobe, Mr. R. W. Hudson, Mr. Harry Jones and Mr. Leslie Shackleford mortored to Hutchinson to attend the fair. Mr. and Mrs. Moore of North Third Street are the proud parents of a little girl. Rev. W. P. Banks, Rev. Robert Cox and Mrs. Cox returned from Chicago, where they visited the Lincoln Half Century Exposition and the National Baptist Convention. NEWTON, KAN. Mr. and Mrs. Bibbs returned to their home in Centralia, Kansas, after a short visit with Mr. and Mrs. Cato Ridley. Mr. Bibbs is a cousin of Mrs. Ridley and a very prosperous farmer. Mr. and Mrs. A. V. Ridley of Rosedale, Kansas, came in Friday to visit his parents, Mr. and Mrs. C. Ridley. Mr. A. V. Ridley is Chef on the private car for the vice president of the Southern Pacific railroad. Rev. R. W. Wells is conducting a meeting at the C. M. E. church. They will have a basket meeting. Sunday. Rev. Wooten, pastor of the A. M. E. church attended the annual conference which convened in Kansas City, Kas. The Excelsior Art and Study club, met with Mrs. Younger, Tuesday afternoon at their home on west 6 St.. This being the opening of the club year, there was but little business transacted. Mr. and Mrs. A. V. Ridley was entertained Sunday at dinner, by Mrs. J. M. Gross at her home on E. 8 St. They left for their home in Rosedale Sunday afternoon. WEWOKA, OKLA. Douglas school opened the 13 with the largest enrollment in the history of the school. The enrollment this year is 100 per cent better than the enrollment for the same weeks of the term of last year. The teachers were zealous from the start and the pupils are taking hold of the work nicely. Nearly all the enrollment is in daily attendance. The churches of this place have had their revivals and report some satisfaction as the result of their efforts. The M. E. quarterly conference was held Sunday, the 19, by Rev. Moten, of Eufanla. Mrs. Tal Jones died Saturday, the 18 and was buried Sunday. The several societies, to which she belonged took part in the funeral services. Miss Maggie Bee Coffey left Saturday, the 25th, for Philander Smith College, Little Rock, Ark., where she will enter school again. It is to be remembered that she won a scholarship at that school last year; and, this year, at the age of 17 years, will enter the Freshman class of the College course. Several other girls will soon leave for their respective school within a week or two. A few good fathers and mothers are dividing their earnings with their children and investing it in the education of the same. In proportion to the population, Wewoka expects to send to college more pupils above the 8th grade than any other town in the state this year. GUTHRIE, OKLAHOMA. Mr. Gipson Mims, an exstudent of Faver High school, departed for Lincoln, Pa., where he expects to attend Lincoln University. Mr. Bruce Johnson and sister, left the city en route to Washington, D. C., where they will attend Howard University. Miss Nona Chadwick entertained Miss Jessie Johnson, of Tyler, Texas, who is the guest of Mrs. Chadwick. A goodly number was present and all report a pleasant time. UNITED STATES NEED FEAR NO NATION! Those timid mortals who assume that, as a matter of course Japan or Germany could conquer the United States with great ease should attend a night school class in history. We have double Japan's population and ten times her wealth. Our credit is the best in the whole wide world, and six thousand miles of salt water separates Japan's navy from a better one of our own and California. We have 75 per cent more people than Germany, 200 per cent more wealth and three thousand miles of ocean lies between us. When England, which already had possession of the American colonies prior to 1775, tried to hold them, it had several times their available wealth, undisputed control of the sea and a big army. England seized Boston, then New York, then Philadelphia, and then Charleston. It sent hither the largest army which that empire had ever shipped across an ocean. It hired twenty-nine thousand Germans, many of them the ancestors of England's foes today, to battle against the Americans. For seven years England struggled and still failed. I have no patience with the man who says: "Why,Germany could send a fleet to lie off New York and bombard it into submission. It could then land an army, capture the town and hold it indefinitely." So can a primary school boy lick Jess Willard. All he has to do is to catch the champion fighter of the world in such an amiable mood that he will sit down in an easy chair, smoke a cigarette and permit the lad to beat his brains out with a baseball bat. Can a nation with only 65 per cent of our population and a third of our wealth and a fifth of our natural advantages transport an army of a couple million soldiers three thousand miles across the Atlantic and find us asleep? If not, what would we be doing? One man says to me: "Oh, but we are not prepared." Not, eh? Well, we have more money, more men, more iron, more coal, more timber, more factories and more cotton than Germany. While it was taking a fleet of one hundred fast ships six months to bring a million soldiers to America from Germany we could be doing something in the way of defense. We are the only great nation that can live upon itself and by itself. We can't be starved. We can't be deprived of clothing. We can't be robbed of our fuel and iron. England in 1775 was theoretically as much greater than the American colonies as England, France and Germany combined are greater than the United States today. But the Declaration of Independence is the record of what that supposed preponderance availed. It took the British empire with 375 million three years to subdue the Boer republics having but half a million. Why? South Africa was too far off! Russia's 150 million could not prevail against Japan's 45 million. Why? Ten times as far from the scene of fighting. Had Japan tried to cross Siberia and invade Russia it would never hve gone home. Napolean led an army of 1/2 million to Moscow] but Marshal Ney staggered back across the Niemen some months later with only thirty thousand! The czar said General Winter was his best officer, because it saved him from the French. The Atlantic is our great defense against Europe, and nobody appreciates that so much as Europe itself. But it is not our only defense by a long shot, and Europe also knows that.—Philadelphia Ledger. Q. LATHE. KANSAS. Rev. Robinson, of the A. M. E. church has returned from Kansas City, where he attended the annual conference of his church. Miss Minnie Bradford, of Paola, spent a few hours in the city Friday en route from Holiday. While here she was the guest of Miss Lida Crump. Mesdames John Baker and Coleman; Misses Fredericka Martin and Lydia Crump, attended the Johnson County Sunday school convention at Overland Park Monday. Mr. and Mrs. George Williams and Mrs. Laura Smith attended the grand session of the U. B. F. and S. M. T. at Coffeyville. Mr. E. James, of Kansas City, visited his grandmother, Mrs. America Martin, Sunday. He was accompanied home by his sister, Miss Alta James. CHANUTE. KANSAS. Dr. Lewis Ransom, of Topeka, was in the city Monday. While here he was the guest of Miss Beulah Gaston. Rev. Johnson filled the pulpit at the Baptist church Sunday. A large crowd turned out Sunday evening to hear Rev. Watson preach his farewell sermon. Lanie McCollough has been unable to attend school on account of having an attack of malaria. Miss Lacy Brigam, of Thayer, was in the city Monday. Mrs. Wallace is visiting in Pitsburg. Quite a number of Chanute young men attended the fair at Coffeyville last week. Mrs. Jerry Campbell has been indisposed the past week. Mr. Joe Dixon has been indisposed for the past week, but is reported better at this writing. Miss Mabel Harris, of Coffeyville, spent Saturday with her brother and sister, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Harris. She left on Sunday for Macon, Mo., where she will resume her studies at the Western Baptist college. Little Katherine Goodseal is recovering from an attack of malaria. Mrs. Anthony Ray left Saturday for a weeks visit in Topeka. The K. of P. Boys gave a drill Monday night. Richards and Pringles" minstrels are to open the theatrical season here on the 30th. Mr. G. Berry is making some improvements by having concrete steps put down at his residence. Our rainy season is still on. Little Oneil Peterson is still confined to his home on account of typhoid. Miss Georgia Foster returned last week from Topeka, where she attended the State Fair. Mr. and Mrs. Stewart, of Iola have opened a grocery store and they are ready to cater to the public. The Iola Go-Devils passed through Chanute Saturday en route to Erie to play ball. FAYETTE. MISSOURI. Dr. G. W. Brown, who has been practicing medicine here for the past ten years, is now located in Glasgow. We wish him success in his new field. Reunion services were held at the Baptist church Sunday. The afternoon services were conducted by Brs. Moses Ward and Charlie Tolson, two of the veteran members of the church. Rev. Geo. Smith, of Louisiana delivered three soul stirring sermons. We all went away with the assurance that God had been in the midst. The Ladies Aid met at the parsonage Thursday. After the business was concluded, Mrs. A. H. Higgs delightfully served ice cream and cake. Mr. William Barnes and sister, of Saint Louis, are at the bedside of Mr. Woodson Diggs, who is seriously ill. Mr. Corbin Moore and wife, Mrs. Lutie Emory, Mr. Paul Wells and Mr. Hollie McCain, motered over from Glasgow on Sunday evening and were the guests of Dr. and Mrs. A. H. Higgs. Mrs. Nettie Diggs is in the city visiting relatives and friends. Mr. Arthur Alsop is seriously ill at his home. Lincoln school is progressing nicely. The enrollment continues to grow. Mrs Blanche Weathers nee Bnyard, after a delightful visit of some weeks to relatives and friends here, returned to her home in Detroit, Mich., Tuesday morning. Mrs. Emma Hudson of Kansas City, who had been visiting her brother-in-law. Mr. John Eaton and Mrs. M. L. Pankey, left Monday afternoon for Clinton where she will continue her visit. Any person writing this office for information will please send stamp if an answer is expected. 1. 已知 $a, b, c$ 为实数，且 $a + b + c = 0$，求 $a, b, c$ 的值。 2. 已知 $a, b, c$ 为实数，且 $a + b + c = 0$，求 $a, b, c$ 的值。 3. 已知 $a, b, c$ 为实数，且 $a + b + c = 0$，求 $a, b, c$ 的值。 Mme. Beard's Mme. Beard's WONDERFUL HAIR GROW It removes dandruff and stops iting of the scalp and takes out kink and makes the hair grow long 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, kaffir corn, maze, barley, cata, oats, almost any thing planted grows and does well. Wheat yields from 25 to 30 bushels to the acre. This land can be bought at the right price in small trusses 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 be cheap and waiting for you. Write T. K. King for further information, R. F. D. I, Ben F. Plains, Kansas. Browder's Cafe. JAMES R. BROWDER, Prope —First Class Meals at All Hours Choice of Meats Served in this Cafe—Ice Cream, Soft Drinks of All Kinds—Private Dining Room in Connection. 1208 Kansas Avenue, GREAT BEND, -::- KANEAS When in Omaha THE: PATTON: HOTEL N. P. PATTON, Prop. (2 Blocks So. of Union Station.) —CAFE IN CONNECTION. Meals at All Reurn. Phone Douglas 444b. 1014-16-18 South 11th St. OMAKA. : NEMA Konantz Undertaking and Carriage Co. —PUNERAL DIRECTORS AND LICENSED EMBALMERS. GEO. A. KONANTZ, Mgr. Telephone 174. 15 Wall St. PT. SCOTT, MA Great Radium ...Water... God's Gift to Suffering Humanity Flowing from the bowels of the earth—the greatest germalter that's known. The diseased germs are busy breeding down the tissues of the body. Owner to Claremore, Okla., and bathe in the "Fountain of Health." Stop at Oddy Bath House Hotel. Rates reasonable. CLAREMORE, OKLAHOMA. 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 Ice Cream, Manufacturers of High Grade —SODA WATER— Tel. 864a. 83rd and Lincoln Leavenworth Dally Papers Give a Graphic Discription of the Most Fashionable Wedding Ever Witnessed in Kansas. Davis-Bruce Nuptials. A wedding that was of much interest owing to the promisence of the bride's family in the city and which was of particular beauty was that celebrated last evening at half past six o'clock in St. Paul's Episcopal Church when Miss Krina Blanche Bruce, eldest daughter of Professor and Mrs. B. K. Bruce, was united in marriage to Professor Carrington Lewis Davis of Baltimore, Md. For the occasion the church was elaborately decorated with potted plants and flowers. The chancel was banked with palms and the altar held vases of white roses. During the assembling of the several hundred guests Mrs. Edwin Davis, organist, played a short musical program. To the strains of Lohengrin's wedding march the bridal party entere' the church, led by the ushers, Dr. Whittington Bruce and Mr. C. H. Galloway of Kansas City, Mo., followed by the little flower girl, Miss Margaret Houston of Kansas City, Mo. The maid of honor, Miss Louise Bruce, sister of the bride, and Mrs. C. H. Galloway of Kansas City, Mo., as matron of honor, immediately preceded the bride, who was accompanied by her father, Prof. Bruce, who also gave her in marriage. They were met at the altar by the groom and his best man, Mr. Ralph V. Cook of Baltimore, Md., and the officiating rector, Rev. R. K. Pooley. The bride's gown was a beautiful one of satin chiffon, the bodice of Chantilly lace trimmed with pearls. She wore her mother's wedding veil, a full length one of tulle, and her ornament was the groom's gift, a pearl pin, and she carried a shower bouquet of lilies of the valley and bride roses. The maid of honor was in a gown of pink crepe de chine trimmed with lace. She wore a bridesmaid veil of pink tulle and carried an arm bouquet of pink roses. The matron of honor wore a gown of pink crepe meteor trimmed with lace and pearls, and her flowers were an arm bouquet of pink roses. Mrs. Bruce, mother of the bride, wore a toilette of lavender. taffeta trimmed with Quaker lace. The marriage was followed by A reception at the bride's home, 717 Walnut street, which was attended by two hundred friends. During the reception hours the music was furnished by Prof. Linck's orchestra. A three course supper was served in the dining room, which was profusely decorated with roses and ferns. Prof. and Mrs. Davis left at 9:30 o'clock for Kansas City, Mo., and St. Louis, Mo., where they will remain a short time before leaving for their home in Baltimore, where the groom is the head of the Department of Languages in the Baltimore Colored High School. He is a graduate of the University of Harvard and is a post grdauate of the Columbia University of New York City. Mrs. Davis is a graduate of the Leavenworth High School and also of the Michigan University at 'Ann Arbor, and has been a teacher of French and German in the Baltimore High School. MISS ERMA BRUCE TO WED Daughter of Prof. B. K. Bruce to Marry Prof. Davis of Baltimore. The marriage of Miss Erma Blanche Bruce, eldest daughter of Prof. and Mrs. B. K. Bruce, and Prof. Carrington Lewis Davis of Baltimore, Md., will take place this evening at 6:30 o'clock at St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Seventh and Seneca streets. Profusions of potted plants, ferns and palms and gladiolas will be used to decorate the chancel and altar of the church. While the guests, who will number several hundred, are assembling, Mrs. Edwin Davis, the organist, will play a short program and for the entrance of the bridal party she will play the Lohengrin's wedding music. Rev. R. K. Pooley, rector of the church, will read the marriage service. The bride will be attended by her sister, Miss Louise Bruce, as maid of honor, and Mrs. C. H. Calloway of Kansas City, Mo., will be matron of honor. Little Miss Margaret Hueston, daughter of Lawyer and Mrs. W. C. Hueston of Kansas City, Mo., will be the flower girl. The groomsman will be Ralph C. Cook of Baltimore, Md., and the ushers will be Dr. Whittington Bruce and Lawyer C. H. Calloway of Kansas City, Mo. The bride, who will enter the church with her father, Prof. Bruce, who will give her in marriage, will wear a handsome gown of white satin radium and chiffon cloth cut in princess style with wattenau train elaborately trimmed in lace and perls. She will wear her mother's wedding veil of tulle arranged in cap style and caught with orange blossoms, and also her mother's wedding slippers, and her full length tulle veil, which will fall the length of her gown, will be trimmed with lilies of the valley Miss Louise Bruce will wear a gown of pink pussy willow taffetta, fashioned with a full skirt. She will wear a bridesmaid's veil of pink tulle, and will carry an arm bouquet of pink roses. Mrs. Calloway, the matron of Honcr's gown will be of pink crepe de chine, trimmed with pink messaline, and she will carry an arm bouquet of pink roses. Mrs. B. K. Bruce, the bride's mother, will wear a gown of lavender crepe meteor trimmed with Quaker lace. Following the ceremony, a reception will be held at the Bruce home, 717 Walnut street. Prof. and Mrs. Davis will leave this evening for Baltimore, Md., where Prof. Davis is head of the department of foreign languages at the Colored High School. Prof. Davis is a graduate of the University of Harvard, and he is a post-graduate of the Columbia University of New York City. Miss Bruce is a graduate of the Leavenworth High School, and a graduate of the Michigan University at Ann Arbor, Mich. The out of town guests at the wedding will be Dr. and Mrs. H. C. McCard of Baltimore, Judge and Mrs. W. I. Jamison of Topeka, Mrs. H. C. Bruce, Dr. and Mrs. Gideon Brown, Mrs. I. F. Bradley, Attorney and Mrs. W. C. Hueston, Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Williams, Mrs Rose Jenkins, Mr. and Mrs. Theodore Clay, Mr. and Mrs. Westmoreland, Miss Fairfax, Prof. and Mrs. D. M. Crossway of Kansas City, Mo., and Miss Helen Nunnelly of Portland, Mo.—Leavenworth Post. * * * Presents Received. Mr. and Mrs. C. H. Calloway, Kansas City, Mo.; Candlesticks and shades; Mrs. Nell Billingsly, Snookane, Wash., silence cloth; Mr. and Mrs. J. G. Hays and Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Swan, Mexico, Mo., cut class vases; Mr. and Mrs. E. Trent, Leavenworth, salad forks; Mr. and Mrs. I. F. Bradley, Kansas City, Kan., boulton spoons; Mr. and Mrs. S. T. Jones, Leavenworth, silver coffee plate; Mr. and Mrs. E. C. Fritche, Leavenworth, silver mint dish; Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Henderson, Leavenworth, silver sandwich plate; bed spread; Dr. and Mrs. J. H. Williams, Mr. and Mrs. R. A. Moten, Kansas City, Mo., silver chocolate 2st; Mr. and Mrs. Leon Hill and Rev. Botts, Booneville, table linen; Mr. and Mrs. J. Cook, Baltimore, Md., silver coffee spoons; Bishop and Mrs. Hurat, Baltimore, silver berry spoon; Dr. and Mrs. Bentley, Chicago, silver bread tray; Henry Hale, Baltimore, salad set; Mr. and Mrs. McQuinn, Baltimore, soup ladle; Mr. and Mrs. Bishop, Baltimore, picture; Mr. and Mrs. Turner, Baltimore, sherbet glasses; Miss Fannie Barbour, Baltimore, cut glass dish. The gifts of the bride to her attendants were pearl and sapphire pins. Out of Town Guesta LAWRENCE. KAN. Some of the freshmen at K. U. are Misses Naomi Scott, Kansas City, Kan.; Marian Brown, Kansas City, Mo.; Reba Martin, Carnett; Jennie Boswell, Salina; Potter, Franklin, Kan.; Messrs. Cecil Harold, Hutchinson; Melvin Fowler, Kansas City, Mo.; Russell LaMay, Kansas City, Kan.; C. Foster, Carbondale; H. Jackson, Kansas City, Kan.; H. C. Jones, Leavenworth; C. W. Whittacter, New Orleans. Mr. Earl Young spent Sunday in Kansas City, Mo., the guest of his friend, Miss Inez Olmstead. Mrs. A. Thomas is spending several weeks in Hadley, Ill., visiting relatives. Mrs. R. La May and son Louis of Kansas City, Kan., spent Sunday here visiting her son Russell, who is attending Kansas University. Misses Naomi Scott of Kansas City, Kansas, and Marion Brown of Kansas City, Mo., spent the week-end at their respective homes. Mr. Ernest Anderson spent Sunday in Kansas City, Mo., the guest of Miss Helen Broune. Mrs. R. L. King spent several days in Kansas City attending conference. Misses Mabel and Amelia Gleed are spending several days in Kansas City attending conference. Miss Katherine Grant is visiting in Kansas City, Mo. Theta Chocolate—The active members of Theta Iota Beta Society will give a "chocolate" October 8 for new students attending high school. The T. I. B. members are Ada Andrews, Ruth Clarke, Esterine Copeland, Verna Keith, Ruth Pennell, Hazel Crane, Minnie Hughes, Helen Clark, and Marjorie Emmett. Mr. Chas. Coleman and Mr. John Clarke have returned from Liberty, Mo., where they played ball. Miss Carrie Davis has returned to Kansas City, where she will spend the winter. Married at Caldwell. Miss Lillian Postes, one among the best in her race, who is loved and respected by both races, and who was always busy with her hands, a leader in her church and the charm of her home among her brothers and sisters, was united in the holy bonds of matrimony to Lil. Chester White of Anthony, Rev. the prominent young host of race.. The two make an excellent couple for the future. They departed on the evening train for Wichita, where they will spend a few days before going to their future home in Anthony, Kan.—Caldwell Advance. "PRIVATION." The early years of my life, which were spent in the little cabin, were not very different from those of thousands of other slaves. My mother, of course, had little time in which to give attention to the training of her children during the day. She snatched a few moments for our care in the early morning before her work began, and at night after the day's work was done. One of my earliest recollections is but of my mother cooking a chicken late at night and awakening her children for the purpose of feeding them. How or where she got it I do not know. I presume, however, it was procured from our owner's farm. Some people may call this theft. If such a thing were to happen now, I would condemn it as theft myself. But taking place at the time it did, and for he reason that it did, no one could ever make me believe that my mother was guilty of thleving. She was simply a victim of the system of slavery. I cannot remember having slept in a bed until after our family was declared free by the Emancipation Proclamation. Three children—John, my older brother, Amanda, my sister, and myself—had a pallet on the dirt floor, or, to be more correct, we slept in and on a bundle of filthy rags laid upon the dirt floor.—Booker T. Washington's "Up From Slavery." Good Eatables The Jitney Cafe serves good things to eat, Here are fresh foods in a place clean and neat, Every patron will get satisfaction complete. Jitney Cafe is cozy and small, It's large well cooked orders please 'em all. The finest of short orders, all times of day, Nice meats will be found at the Jitney Cafe. Excellent sandwiches at your command, You find here the pure foods suiting demand. Chill and coffee served good and hot All the good foods that hit the right spot. Follow the wise ones who come every day, Economy in prices at The Jitney Cafe. Shine parlor in connection. CLAUD GUILFORD, Prop., Sterling, Kan. GREEN'S Combination ...Store... 1162 Buchanan St We carry a fine line of Cigars and Tobacco, Ice Cream, All Kinds of Soft Drinks—Milk Depot in Connection. We have a Nice Line of Fancy Groceries. WM. GREEN, Prop. 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—Ady F. P. Byron. Mrs. Henrietta Martin, dressmaking, class from 9 to 12 and 1 to 4 o'clock each Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday, 832 Kansas avenue, Phone 8308. 50 cents a lesson; bring your own goods and make your own dress. A. P. TONE WILSON, Jr. Lawyer 217 West Fifth Street Telephone 1894 - Topaka, Kana pe ESS ee GLE Mee eS SES TiS See esses BS dene nateonreel SS Pele seses Ee srenesecee a re fF See Sr ie = Se ae fag a oa Seu ae oe = aS = =