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Will Negroes Be Compensated? Congress Will Be Asked to Pay Former Slaves Revenue from the Civil War Cotton Tax. THE Historical Society Bristol Bury Seventeenth Year. No. 4. It's Teacher's Week a Will Negroes Be Comp Congress, Will Be Asked Slaves Revenue fro War Cotton The Maindealer has looked with much apprehension and a deal of individual interest upon the movement known as the effort of the claimants in the suit filed by them in the Supreme Court of the District of Columbia at Washington, D. C., last July. We have known Mr. Cornellius J. Jones, the Chief Counsel, for many years, and have known him to be a man of unusual energy and ability as a lawyer, which has charmed the admiration of both Bench and Bar of the country; and when we saw him as the moving spirit of a suit which means so much in every way for the people intended to be the principal beneficiaries, we, knowing nothing of the merits of the case, relied upon our confidence in the Chief Counsel and contented ourselves with a wait until we heard more. And when the Secretary of the Treasury sent out his statement on the 16th of last month, we more than ever wanted to know if it were possible, that there has been an oversight somewhere. But as we were about to become seized with a heart of sadness, we now more than gladly place before our readers the statement from the claimants through those plaid representative needs no comment from any source whatever; it speaks for itself, and we will not attempt to add one word, nor can any one, even if he dared to, take away from the cold, bald situation disclosed by the facts shown, and which more than ever evidenced the fact, that Mr. Cornellius J. Jones can be counted on at all times as not going into any matter without preparation. The statement follows, to wit: The Civil War Cotton Tax Revenue Citigants of the South Confront the United States Treasury De- partment with its own letter dated June 1st, 1915, and confidently ins- tust that the $68,000,000 account is still subject to their suit filed in Washington, in spite of Mr. Mc Adams's letter of the 15th to the century. First. On the 15th day of October, 1915, the Secretary sent to the country generally, a statement which said: "There is no fund of $68,000, 000 or any other sum in the treasury of the United States for ex- slaves, or those who worked in the cotton fields of the South." End—The Secretary, Mr. McAdoo, also said, "the Supreme Court of the United States has decided that the war cotton tax of 1862-1863, was constitutional." Srd—That the money collected as Civil War revenue tax of 1862 to 1863 has been treated as part of the general receipts of the Government and applied to payment of government debts. In May, 1915, the present chief counsel in this case (and before this suit was filed in Supreme Court of Dartmouth of Columbia last July), wrote the Secretary, Mr. McAdoo, to be informed whether the money was sent in the Treasury separately known as such revenue tax money; and what was in status; and on June 1st, 1915, the following letter was received from the department: Treasury Department, Office of the Assistant Secretary, Washington, D.C., June 1, 1915. Mr. G. S. Jones, 307 Fon Du Lac St., Nebraska, Oklahoma. Mr. I am directed by the Secretary, and in reply to your communication relative to the tax levied on cotton during and after the close of the Civil War, I have to inform you that the question of the constitutionality of the tax was before the course in the case of Farrington vs. Saunders, collector, tried in the United States Circuit Court, Western District of Tennessee," then the latter states that the case was appealed to the United States Supreme Court. Court, and further states, "The case is not separated in the Supreme Court, etc." This part of the letter shows that the Supreme Court has never decided that the tax was constitutional. In another paragraph of the same letter the Secretary said: "Though bills for a refund of the cotton tax have been introduced in Congress from time to time, no legislation has been enacted; and the subject is one within the discretion of the Congress." If there is no fund credited to this cotton tax collection, why does the Secretary say that the subject is yet open to Congress for action? If the money has been spent for general debts of the Government, why did the Secretary write this letter in June saying that it is still subject to action by Congress; the letter further states: "There is enclosed herewith for your further information a statement of the tax collected on raw cotton during the fiscal year 1863 to 1868 inclusive." This statement shows that the amount of that fund is Sixty-eight Million Seventy-two Thousand Three Hundred Eighty-eight Dollars; and ninety-nine Cents. "Respectfully. With this tangible evidence from the Treasury Department, yet on October 15, just four and one half 1915, it was there the day the Secretary says the money was spent for paying interests and war debts. In June the Secretary said the money was there; if it was there in June, 1915, it was there th day the Secretary gave his statement in October 15th, 1915. Because Congress has passed no appropriation bill since June, 1915, and money once in the Treasury, can not be paid out except on the act of Congress to that end. The Hon. Secretary was either mistaken, when he wrote the letter last June, or he is mistaken now. We rather think he was correct in what he wrote last June, because at that time there was no suit filed against him, and he was writing as an official giving information, while when he wrote the statement in October, 1915, he was writing as a defendant in a lawsuit; and as in all cases, a defendant never thinks that the plaintiff has any case against him. This statement from the claimants is given out, because the statement sent out by the Hon. Secretary, seeks to, and does allege fraud and absurdity on motives of these plaintiffs; because only persons who feel that they are claimants under the terms of the bill in chancery as filed, are permitted to contribute to the expense fund; And, the fact that people believe they have a right to relief in court, the paying the necessary expenses for its orderly prosecution, and the further fact that the defendant is Secretary of the Treasury of the United States, does not license him to characterize the purpose or motives of these claimants; and to do so in the unwarranted manner as shown in the accurate statement issued October 15th, 1915, is a matter left for the country to judge. CORNELIUS J. JONES, RACE SAYINGS. Manifesting interest in religion, education, land getting, money, etc., should completely absorb the attention of the colored man. You can't be a strong race without having some of the above. "Fine feathers make fine birds." TOPEKA, KANSAS, FRIDAY MORNING NOV. 12, 1915. but the race shouldn't neglect the essential things that go to make a race to secure the fine feathers. Secure things that go to make a solid race, they count more. TABORIAN NOTES. Pearlie Rose Tabernacle No. 17 is getting along nicely meet first and third Wednesdays, from 2:30 p. m. to 4:30, adding new members each meeting and will gladly receive any moral woman at any time. Our doors are ajar. We will serve a juncheon for our members and friends the third Wednesday in this month at our hall, Thirteenth and Quincy. Begins at 6 o'clock until 11 o'clock. Come and enjoy yourselves. MRS. ANNA WILLIAMS, H. P., 1151 Lane street. ELLA DONELLY, Clinging Rose Tabernacle will serve the latest refreshments of the season at their Thanksgiving dinner. Macedonia Tabernacle will serve Christmas dinner, at their hall 509 W. B. See particulars later. Mrs. Mary Cabbell announces the marriage of her daughter, Miss Lena, to Mr. Lewis M. Rodgers, Minneapolis, Minn., November 6th, at the home of the bride's brother, Mr. Benj. Cabbell. Reared in Topeka and also the groom. Come from fine families. Dr. H. G. Cabbell, one of the best known physicians of Chicago, is a brother of the bride, with whom she lived for more than two years. Best State Printer That Ever Served Kansas. W. R. Smith of Columbus, the new state printer, has been working wonders in the last few months in state text book making. The books produced by the state now are not only less in cost than those published by eastern book companies, but are just as good in workmanship. Right now Mr. Smith is getting quotations on thousands of dollars worth of paper for next year's books and with the work better in THE MAYOR OF BROOKLYN W. R. SMITH. hand it is believed and ogoyawa hand it is safe to predict that a much greater improvement will be noted in the books published next year. Not alone in school book making is the state printer saving taxpayers thousands of dollars but in printing for the various state institutions a sum proportionately as large is being kept in the state treasury. In short, the state printing plant is: Working one hundred employees. Saving $75,000 each year on the state's printing alone. The largest printing plant between Chicago and Sacramento. Being taken as a model by states throughout the Middle West. The most modern-equipped printing plant in the United States. One of the largest and most modern book-binding plants in the United States. Each year turning out better text books as the work becomes better organized. Producing school books at 60 per cent of the former prices charged by eastern books companies. Paying $160,000 a year to Kansas workmen instead of sending it to school book publishers in the east. (This, despite a bitter and never-ending fight waged against State publication by the book concerns.) Two of the oldest and most trusted employees in the plant are colored men. In fact, John Edmonds, head shipping clerk, is the oldest employee in point of service. For more than thirty years he has been a faithful workman. "John Edmonds is one of the most capable and efficient employees in the plant," said Mr. Smith recently. "Ill services are valued as highly as those of any man here." George Ellis, one of the oldest and best known colored men in the city, is another colored man who has worked for the state printer for many years. George is a former slave, faithful to every trust given to him, and has raised a daughter, who is one of the best colored teachers and educated young ladies in the city. The colored people should be vitally interested in state school book making and its ultimate success because it means that the price of all school books will be cut nearly in half when the state publishes all the books. Mr. Smith has taken hold of this stupendous project with a will and much energy and he has made a decided improvement in the work done in the second year of school book making. Mississippi Harriet Walton, Sara Porter, D. Vandever, Mrs. Ed Smith' and other Missouri teachers attended the Colored Teachers' State Convention in Kansas City, Mo, the past week. Mrs. M. C. Matthews, the first woman who ever taught at Douglass school, attended the white State Teachers' Convention in Convention Hall, Kansas City, Mo, when it was in session. Mrs. Ned Jones, who teaches in Columbia, Mo, was here attending the Colored Teachers' State Convention in Kansas City, Mo. Mrs. Lyle, on Nebraska avenue, returned from visiting the M. E. conference at her home town, Richmond, Mo. She reports a delightful visit. The City Federation had a successful charity concert Tuesday night at Sumner High school. The Excelsior Club of the Metropolitan church had a delightful meeting at Mrs. J. J. Lewis' residence. They will put a window in the new Metropolitan church. The good work is still going on and the church will seat more than any colored church in the city. The ordinary collection last Sunday was 8100. Mr. and Mrs. Curtright have moved into the Matthihews apartment on Washington boulevard. The Forum is having large meetings in the Metropolitan church. The N. A. A. C. P. entertained with a fine program. Mrs. Lulu Thomas, on Everett, is still somewhat indisposed Mrs. Anna Williams, on State avenue, is somewhat indisposed. Mrs. Cordelia Taylor, 1236 Armstrong avenue, Kansas City, Kan., is much better after a severe illness caused by an ulcerated tooth. Mr. Winn, brother of Mrs. Cordelia Taylor, 1236 Armstrong avenue, K. C. K., is seriously ill at the home of his sister. The cantata presented at Ebenozer A. M. E. church, Kansas City, Mo. was a grand success in every way. Mrs. J. A. Cornell and Mrs. Anna Scruggs entertained royally in honor of Mrs. Blake of Atchison, Kan., past grand officer of H. of J.; Mrs Mollie Williams, G. M. A. Matron of Kansas H. of J., and Mrs. Nellie Wilson, M. A. M. of Mary Madeline Court of Kansas City, Kau., at the latter's home, which was beautifully decorated for the occasion. Dainty refreshments were served to the beautifully gowned net of Indies. The charity concert given under the auspices of the City Federation of Art Club at Sumner school Tuesday evening, November 9, was a grand affair. Miss Willa Brown of Marshall, Mo., was in Kansas City, Mo., this week attending the Missouri Teachers' Association and while here was the guest of Mrs. Ollie Fox. Prof. Cox and wife of Columbia, Mo., were in Kansas City, Mo., this week attending the Teachers' Association and visiting friends. Mrs. Walden, a teacher of Columbia, Mo., was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Ed Jones, 947 Walker avenue, last week, and Mrs. Ed Jones, who also is teaching there, attended the Teachers' Association. She was royally entertained while here. Perhaps no one in the Twin Cities is making more progress along educational lines and in public school work than our esteemed friend, Prof. A. M. Wilson, principal of Pennsylvania (Avenue school, at Forty-third street, Kansas City, Mo., who has the most progressive small school in that city. His excellent work has entitled him to a promotion as soon as there is a vacancy, and he, assisted by that excellent teacher in cooking, Mrs. T. W. H. Williams, has a larger night school than day. The girls and matrons are doing excellent work along these lines which will be a great help to the people of the city. Aside from this, Prof. Wilson is superintendent of the A. M. K. Sunday school and it is one of the best Sunday schools in Kansas City, Mo. We predict for him a great future. Mrs. A. M. Wilson, 1804 East Tenth street, K. C., Mo., is much improved from her recent illness. Miss Alice Shores, one of our teachers at Lincoln grade school, K. C., Mo., has resigned and returned to her home in the East. Miss Frances Hayes, 2308 Woodland avenue, K. C., Mo., has largely invested in real estate. She is a popular teacher at Wendell Phillips school, K. C., Mo., and is taking excellent care of her mother and supports nobly all creditable Negro enterprises, and is an excellent church worker as well. Miss Kittle Owens of Keokuk, Ia, is the guest of her sister, Mrs. A. J. Starnes, 2006 North Sixth street, K. C., K. Mrs. J. F. Adams of Muskogee, Okla, has returned home after a delightful visit in the Twin Cities, where she was the guest of Mrs. T. A. Jackson, 640 New Jersey avenue, K. C., K. The funeral of Mr. Bonnie Clark, who died in New York City, was held from the Eighth Street Baptist church Saturday. He was the son of Mrs. Clark, 833 New Jersey avenue, Kansas City, Kan. He leaves a wife, mother and other relatives to mourn his death. Prof. C. C. Hubbard of Sedalia, Md., vice president of the Teacher's Association, spent last week in K. C., Mo., as the president was absent. He conducted the business in a magnificent way. Prof. B. F. Allen of Lincoln Institute and Prof. Darnell and several others were here from Jefferson City attending the Teachers' Association last week. President Allen delivered a fine address at Allen Chapel on Friday evening. Prof. Virgil Williams of Chillicothe, Mo., attended the Teachers' Association in K. C., Mo., last week. A large number of teachers of Kansas City, Kan., are in Topeka, Kan., this week attending the State Teachers' Association. One of the swellest affairs of the season was the auto-trolley party given by Sylvia Robinson Temple, S. M. T., Mrs. Woods, Princess, who, nably assisted by Mrs. Sophia Scales and several others, at the beautiful residence of Mr. Henry Smith, the miles in the country, who met the thirty six guests with a cordial welcome, and after a social that dainty refreshments were served and all returned home saying they had a most delightful time. Mr. and Mrs. Perry Swaney, of North Third street, K. C., K., entertained a few little friends Saturday, November 6, in honor of their little son's birthday. Music and games were the amusements, after which a dainty lunch was served. Rev. Wm Peck and wife have gone to St. James A. M. E. church, St. Louis, Mo. They left here a host of friends who regretted to see them leave, but wish them success in their new field of labor. Western University is progressing nicely this year under the arduous labor of President Kealing and the faculty. There is a larger attendance this year than for several years past. Visiting teachers spoke highly of the high standard of work that Wendell Phillips, Attucks and Garrison schools are doing and were highly entertained there at luncheon Friday noon. They also spoke in the highest terms of Garrison Square and the Paseo Y. M. C. A. They were royally entertained while here. Price $1 50 Per Year. MAPLB HILL, KANS. The week's meeting held by Rev. C. E. Cragget was a success in every way. Four were baptized Sunday afternoon. Mrs. James DePrize, who was in the runaway, is able to be around in the house. Miss Frances Officer of Paxley Spent Saturday up to Sunday visiting Miss Velma Bolton and other friends and attending the meeting here. Mr. Spence Simpson of Alma spent the week with his daughter, Mrs. M. Wallace. Miss Lee and brother, Miss Silvia Readen, of Topeka, spent the weekend visiting Mrs. Sam Patterson. Rev. C. E. Cragget went to Topeka on No. 40 and returned on No. 11, bringing his wife, Mrs. C. E. Craggett. Mr. Ben Simpsor, and wife of Alma Sundayed here. Miss Amanda Oliver came home Sunday from Topeka. Mr. Clarence Simpson of Marlen stopped off between trains here Sunday evening and visited with his sisters. HOLDEN. MO. Services at the Baptist church Sunday by Rev. Wm. Duncan. Rev. Duncan and his good wife always share the generous hospitality of citizens when in our city. He and his wife will leave for Chilhowa Sunday evening. Miss Nannie Simmons is on the sick list this week. Today she is improvig. Mrs. Anna Brown of this city has had quite an extended trip, visiting the Brown Show Co. Rev. B. S. Wright visited our school Monday and made a splendid talk and left a nice treat of candy for the children, which was highly appreciated by the children. Mrs. Permela Little, of Warrenburg is visiting Mrs. Hannah Jacobs of this place. Rev. B. S. Wright had quita a series of meetings all the week out on Blackwater. Few conversions, and the candidates for baptism out there will be baptized at Holden with Rev Wright officiating. Mr. Harrison Jacobs was in Warrenburg last week. Prof. B. B. Tully of this city, who is principal of the Lathrop School, is home. Mr. Tully says he is not doing well along the lines of health. Mrs. Tully is doing all she can to help her husband while his health is slowly being undermined. Mr. Wm. Dodd had a birthday celebration Thursday night. Quite a number were present, and he was the happy recipient of many nice birthday tokens. We don't know how many candles he had lit, but let us hope that he may be able to light fifty more. Mr. David Holman has strawberries in bloom. Mr. John Combs is on the sick list with rheumatism. Mrs. Joseph Ewing and sister-in-law, Mrs. Maud C. Ewing, of Kansas City, were visitors of Holden, Mo., Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. C. C. Berry entertained in honor of Miss Ewing and Mrs Joseph Ewing at high 12 Sunday. Such a sumptuous dinner could not be forgotten in years to come. The table was laden with all the delicacies of the season and ye reporter was there and so busy was he at that table he could hardly tell you what he ate most. Mr. George Woods of Pleasant Hill was a visitor at Holden, Me., Sunday. Don't forget to sew on the buttons tight, for Thanksgiving night, that concert is going to make you "bust" the buttons off and have a wreck with your clothes from laughing at "The Society for the Suppression of Slang." Mr. Chas. Pratt, reporter for the "Sun," was at Warrenburg last week. Mr. Richard Sims has the honor of being the champion freshman of our city. Mr. George Ewing of near Warrenburg was in town today. We learn that Mrs. Tissia Clomons and little girl went back with him to the country. If you want the news, read The Plaindealer. No paper has such wholesome reading for our news. Give the reporter your news of interest, for the white paper does not want it. Read the paper that tells of the god things about us. The Negro's Better Side in Life Work. By THEO. BAUGHMAN. Special Scribe. People at Richmond, Mo., and souri Towns—Race Notes. Doings of Our People at Richmond, Mo., and Other Missouri Towns—Race Notes. Mr. Ernest Jacobs, one of the progressive young married men at Richmond, Mo., is employed by the Santa Fe railway as night watchman. He owns a good home and sports one of the finest horses and swellest buggies in that city. These good people are readers of the Plain-dealer and do not belong to that class who encourage Negro enterprise with hot air. Women's Home and Foreign Mission Convention and popular in secret society work, and is Worthy Grand Expectrix of Grand Sunflower Court of Kansas. She is an exceptionally strong woman. Mr. Jackson Walker, janitor at the Missouri State Bank at Butler, Mo., has held his job eight years and prior to working for the bank held Mr. Otis Campbell, a young man of our race is conducting a cafe where you get something good to eat, and in connection with the same conducts a grocery at Richmond. Mo. life is ably assisted by his wife. These young people are doing nicely. The Scribe paid the colored city school a visit while at Richmond, Me., and found that scholarly man, Prof. W. M. Jacobs, serving as principal. He is ably assisted by Miss Hthel Riley, Miss Rosa A. Holmes and Miss Ella Chew. This school has an enrollment of 180. The school building is worth $10,000, and normal training is one of the features; in fact, real school work is being carried on. Prof. Jacobs and his assistants are the products of Lincoln Institute, and, too, each teacher belongs to Richmond. Prof. Jacobs has been "teaching the young idea how to shoot" for sixteen years and is an excellent school man. He is a great factor for good, doing more than his part to help us be a race. One of the real Christian "stunts" pulled off at Richmond, Mo, during the C. M. E. Conference was when Dr. J. W. Gordon and his members invited the Conference to eat two meals at the Baptist church, which were served in the basement of that excellent Baptist church, the edifice being easily worth $10,000. The menus were above criticism, and each one went away praising the big-hearted Baptist minister and his congregation for their efforts to make the conference a success. The race needs men of Rev. Gordon's caliber at the head of the churches. This big man is a Kansas, formerly pastor of the Second Baptist church at Iola, Kan., where he erected a $10,000 edifice. Dr. Gordon has been pastoring fourteen years, and he is a success because he is a prepared man and a Christian gentleman whose heart is as big as the man. The Lord has blessed him along all lines, owning two magnificent properties his home being modern, etc. Give us more Gordons and our race will be greatly benefited. Mrs. Gordon is president of the Neosho Baptist Drug Store, J. T. DUCKWORTH Proprietor. NOVELTIES, LTC. PRESCRIPTIONS AMPOUNDED. See us for what you need THE BEST FOS THE MONEY." SPRINGFIELD, MO. Ck & Son, Phones 735-1580. 410 E. Commercial St. MARY MEAT MARKET... MEATS. Up-to-Now Service. Prompt De- Only the Best. SON, SPRINGFIELD, MO. Weaver's SHOE STORE. one of the largest and best se- Springfield. The Quality and se you. It's no feat to fit your want Real Shoes see us. East Side Square Springfield, Mo. An Clothing Co., The Owl Drug Store PURE DRUGS, NOVELTIE OAREFULLY COMPOUNDED along our line. "THE BEST 601 BOONEVILLE ST. T. H. Garlick & S. ...SANITARY MEAT CHOICE OF MEATS. Up- livery. We Sell Only the T. H. GARLICK & SON. Get Your Shoes at Weaver The line is one of the lected in Springfield. 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Nathan Clothing ```markdown ``` Women's Home and Foreign Mission Convention and popular in secret society work, and is Worthy Grand Expectrix of Grand Sunflower Court of Kansas. She is an exceptionally strong woman. Mr. Jackson Walker, janitor at the Missouri State Bank at Butler, Mo., has held his job eight years and prior to working for the bank held a position with one for twenty years. He is a devout member of the A. M. E. church, being a class leader, a steward and a superintendent. Mr. Walker owns a good home and is one of our go-ahead men. Thirty-six years with the school rooms, helping to shape the boys and girls of the race, is the record of Prof. D. W. Boatner, principal of Douglass school at Butler, Missouri, which is a magnificent building with an enrolment of 44. This able man is one of our ripe scholars and has taught in a half dozen states. Prof Boatner is a credit to our race. The building is a neat one, worth $1,000. Mr. J. W. Mills, a leading citizen of Butler, Mo. owns a good home, three rental houses and five large lots. He is a deacon of the Baptist church, and has been for twenty years, also superintendent of Sunday school for twelve years. He is a man who tries to live as God would have him. He is truly a leader, and we were glad to meet him. The White residence at Butler, Mo, is one of the best colored homes in the state, valued at about $25,000. It is modern, and Mr. and Mrs. Ed White know how to make it pleasant for all. These people own several wells in the Ball Hill oil field in Oklahoma, and in Kansas City, Mo., Mr. White owns a good residence; in fact, these people are among the best fixed in our race. The Order of Twelve, under the auspices of the four Tabernacles of St. Joseph, Mo., conducted a week's bazaar at the Taborian hall at Second and Francis streets. Large crowds attended each, night and the exhibits were varied The entertainment was a success from every viewpoint. Mrs. J. M. Smith was the prime mover. A Negro by the name of Carter was kicked and beaten to death in the city jail at St. Joseph, Mo, Last Saturday night by drunken white prisoners, whom the coroner enonated because the Negro, the whites said, had cursed them, and that justified them in killing the colored *** THE WEEKLY NEWS MISS ANNA O HAMBY (Teacher) The above cut that of the popular teacher at Nivitt Mo. She has a live school and is making good as a teacher. We did her excellent home and found it lady. JOHN NEET'S BLACKSMITH The above cut a that of the pop entertainer. The Scribe had ular teacher at Nivada Mo. She the picture of speaking to her puh has a live school nl i smoking n. A write-up about this culgood as a teacher We did her t and woman appeared in our last excellent home and found t lady. A The interior of Mr. Neff's black smith shop at Nevada, Mo. He one of the leading blacksmiths and his place is filled with modern implements, etc. He has invented over a dozen implements and is workman. The editor recited the shop and was p at his eyes met. THE NEW YORK TIMES MR. JOH & NEFF (Blacksmith) The above cut is that of the expert blacksmith at Nevada, Mo., who is a workman of note—in fact, one of the best in the business. Mr. Neff is making good. man. The crime happened under the nose of the officers and they claim that they heard no unusual noise while a man was being killed. It is claimed that the dead man's relatives will sue the city for $10,000 damages. However, nothing will be done, as killing a Negro is a mere pastime with some bloodthirsty white people. The Shubert Theater of Kansas City, Mo. recently installed colored high school girls as ushers in that well known play love. Every now and then our folks make their way into some position that for years had the hats up around the collar race. Let the race get tall of its roughness, and make preparation to occupy, with coolt any old thing which may come on way. We predict that the young colored women at the Shubert will make the good. The St Louis Globe Democrat, speaking of the death of J Milton Turner, in a recent issue said: "James Milton Turner, former United States minister to Liberia, died yesterday in Ardmore, Ohio, according to telegrams, received ves- tion to St Louis a out 2 year a o collect n he lest for 8,000 round in his face in a land it Ill forth is to juries he received shortly after his arrival in Ardmore, when he was entertainer. The Scribe had the picture of speaking to her pu- A write-up about this cul- d woman appeared in our last TH SHOP, NEVADO, MO. a dozen implements and is a master workman. The editor recently visited the shop and was pleased at that his eyes met. crushed by the walls of a building which was wrecked in an explosion. Turner was one of the most prominent Negro Musons in the United States. Arrangements were made last night by his lodge to bring his holy back to St. Louis for burial. He was 75 years old. He was appointed by General Grant to the post of minister and consul general to Iberia, which he held for two terms." The Plunderer, along with others, mounts the loss of the deceased. He was a man full of man and lived and acted his part well. He was identified with every move which had for its object the government of the colored man's condition. May his ashes rest in place. The Colored Teachers' Association of Missouri convened at Kansas City last week, and the coterie of educators that assembled would do credit to any state. Live educational topics were discussed, and the exchanging of educational views by those in attendance will prove beneficial to all. Every progressive teacher in the "show me" state should be a "part and parcel" of you, and be conscious in rating the educational standard. The meeting was a success from every view point. Hockington school build as several colored homes, were destroyed by fire last Saturday night at Kansas City. It was claimed that the fire was of an incendiary nature, as white people desired the location for a park and burned this magnificent property. God help the poor, abused black man! NOTICE TO OUR OKLAHOMA READERS. Our many friends in Oklahoma will be visited by our traveling man, Theo. Baughman, and we trust they will be ready to pay him whatever they owe the paper. He will make an active canvass and will spend some time in that tate. The Plaindealer's traveling man, like wild ducks, geese and other migratory birds, will hike it to dear old sunny Dixie land, where he will push the paper and strive to build up a much larger list of readers. He will make his "get-away" in a few days and we trust our friends in the state of Oklahoma will encourage him. Mary The above cut is that of one of our popular educators, a young woman who is not only a ripe scholar, but an efficient musician and very cultured. She received her literary training at Lincoln Institute. She is rapidly taking front rank in the leading ranks, and, being possessed with a sweet disposition, readily makes friends of all. Such strong young women are great factors for race elevation. Miss Lane is a society favorite in her home town—Jefferson City, Mo. and at present is a teacher in the city school of Warrensburg. LOUISIANA, MO. We all enjoyed the banquet at the Sixth Street church, which was a financial success. The committee made $36. The menu was very elaborate and was served in courses. We enjoyed ourselves until the wee hours of the night. Dr. L. R. Grant has gone to assist Rev. Whaley of Bowling Green in a series of meetings. Rev. Hayden of Oklahoma preached at the Baptist church Sunday. The sermon was very soul-stirring. Rev. B. F. Bowles, the district superintendent, of the Ninth Street Methodist church, preached for Rev. L. R. Grant Sunday. Miss Ruby Martin was in the city a few days last week and was entertained at Mrs. Chas. Davis' Among the guests were Mr. Sandford Williams, Jr., Miss Martin, Mr. Davis and Dr. I. E. Moore. Mrs. Anna Bradshaw of Auburn, Mo., was in the city Sunday, the guest of Mrs. Mary Gordon. Prof. and Mrs. W. Scott were in the city Sunday visiting their parents. We are indeed glad to see Miss Daisy Washington up and out again. We hope for her health and happiness. Mr. Sandford Williams is on the sick list this week. Mr. Vaughn was in the city a few days visiting his sick mother-in-law, Mrs. Annie Moore, also his wife, Mrs. Jessie Vaughn. The letters addressed to the governors of different states by Hon Nick Chiles regarding race prejudice or neglect of the colored citizens in state militia affairs was not only timely, but was thoughtful and courageous, and some of the replies were agreeable surprises. Mr. Chiles is one among the very few failures, courageous race leaders.—Hy Chas, Covington, Iso. Mrs Gordon and granddaughter, Miss Bessie Anderson, had a few of their friends to dinner Sunday. Revs. Bowles and Grant, Dr. I. H. Moore, Mrs. Esther Reid, Mrs. L. R. Grant, Miss M. Reid, Mrs. Geo. Davis, Mrs. Annie Bradshaw and Master W. C. Rector Grant were the guests. WORDS OF PRAISE. To the Editor of the Topkai Plain-dealer: I am quite sure I voice the sentiments of a great number when I say that you, Prof. Dubois and the Hon. Moore Trotter of M. and U. sets stand in a class by yourselves as editors who stand and speak for the civil rights of the Negro. We hope you will hear from quite a few leaders among the Negroes of various states concerning your letter, pledging themselves should the measure pass for an increase in the quota of guardsmen from each state, that they will take the matter up with the governors, measuring you that should the bill pass we will take the same up with the officials of this state. I also think the Negroes should be informed that Wilberforce College military department is the only Negro school whose military department is maintained by the United States and should they need any leader I am sure the president of said college will be glad to send them an efficient leader. I. E. MOORE, M. D. Louisiana, Mo. New trustees elected at the A. M. E. church: A. Dillard, J. Ferguson, Wm. Watkins, A. Casson, F. Johnson, M. Goodin, L. W. Stewart, James Wells, J. H. Stewart. Teachers' meeting Tuesday night. Rev. J. H. Johnson and wife took dinner with Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Watkins Sunday. The B. W. C. Club met at the home of Miss Mabel Watkins Wednesday night. The regular routine of business was carried out. A dainty two-course luncheon was served. The club will meet with Miss Stewart November 17.-Miss Elnora Parson, President; Miss Mabel Watkins, Reporter. Quite a number of people from here attended the funeral of Mr. Claude Hamilton at Pittsburg, Kan., Sunday. Kid Carson, lightweight champion of Weir, who will meet Jack Slaughter of Pittsburg November 15, at Croweburg, Kan., ten rounds, is training hard on West Main street. He is working out with "Rough House" Ware and says he will be ready for going on the night of the fight. He is looking the picture of health. Clarence Melver will go six rounds with Will Lewis if Pittsburg at the same entertainment and he is working out at the same place. He went into training Wednesday and will be in good condition. Rev. J. H. Johnson and wife, Mr. A. Dillard, Wm. Watkins and J. H. Stewart went to Cherokee on business last Wednesday. Miss Frances Haley, a former teacher of Washington Central school in Weir, who assisted for two months, left Monday for her home. The old as well as the young regret to see her leave. Mrs. Mattie Lalus went to Pittsburg on business Wednesday Frank Johnson has started buying a home on West Main street Miss Ethel Reed and Miss Clara Hamilton of Pittsburg spent Sunday with Miss E. Carson. Miss Mabel Watkins has been on the sick list, but is improving. Mr. Edward King was in Weir Sunday. Rev. Carson Ladisant filled the A. E. pulpit Sunday night. WEIR, KAN. Weir is not dead, but some seem to think so. Two men came to Weir on the 4th and proposed that if the town would donate the sites they would build smelters. In less than six hours a committee, headed by the mayor, had raised $600. Only $200 more was to be raised, which was done the next day. Jackson's Little Dixie band received an invitation to contort with Paine's band of Pittsburgh on the 15th, which they accepted and will turn out to a man in full dress, if their uniforms arrive in time. If not, they will go anyway. Mrs. Rebecca Smith is very sick at this writing. Jackson's Little Dixie Band will give a concert at Baker's Hall on November 25. Mr. John Lewis is still on the sick list. Mr. R. H. Howard is on the sick list, but is improving. Mrs. L. G. Cooper of Pittsburg was in Yale last week visiting her father. Mr. Claude Hamilton, who was burned to death at the mine on Thursday at Radley, Kan, was interred in Yale cemetery. Rev Fravier of Gilard officiated. He leaves a wife, three children and a host of friends to mourn his loss. Mr. Cloyd Baker of Lawrence, Kan. is here visiting his brother, Mr. George Baker. He arrived here Tuesday night and accompanied by daughter, Miss Maude Baker, in their big Mitchell car. They report an excellent trip. In company with my wife we left Wichita May 18, 1915, at 12:26 a.m. on the Santa Fe Railway in a downpour of rain. At Newton we had a stop of about two hours and left at 3:50 a.m. on train No. 9 and soon we were passing through Dodge City, Garden City, Syracuse into Colorado. At Las Animas, Colo., the Government has a sanitarium for soldiers, open air cure. This is fine. At La Junta, Colo., is the junction point for Denver, Pueblo, Colorado Springs. Our train moved on southward over the mountains and hills until we reached the beautiful city of Trinidad. From the train we saw the beautiful snow on the mountains and the gardens in the valley. All in the same locality. What a contrast! Here we began to ascend the mountains, passing through tunnels and mining camps, situated in the mountains, and here we are at Las Vegas where the train stopped for supper. This is a beautiful place. On and on we spod, through mountains and beautiful scenery, throughout New Mexico. We reached Albuquerque at night and soon we were on our way again. The next morning we found ourselves in the State of Arizona, passing through the towns of Winslow, Flagstaff, Williams and Ashfork in these towns are some of our people, and small Baptist churches are planted here. In the afternoon of the second day we could see in the far distance the Needle mountains. Crossing the Colorado River, we were plunged into the Great State of California. We had 25 minutes for supper. The Navajo Indian Reservation is near here. Here we found hordes of Indians, both men and women, with bare feet, having all kinds of trinkets and beads to sell the tourist. THE OLDEST BANK IN Capital and Surplus MOFFEIT B National LARNED, DIRECT —John Lindas, W. W. Charl Doerr, J. B. Brown, Mark No. 33 CAPITAL, First Nation Great Bend GREAT BEND DIRECT Chus. E. Lobdell, R. L. Ha W. Torrey, O. B. Chap F. H. Miller, Peter Black The New Era . The New Era Milling Company The J. E. Aaker Mer. Co. GARDEN CITY, KANSAS. The Colored People of Ga they are politely and prom they enter our store. We tween white and black people business and want it. The ple of all colors in every who pay their bills prompt to be settled every week or m Those who do not pay procline to run accounts with, or colored, rich or poor. The J. E. Baker 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 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. The J. E. Baker Mercantile Co. At this place we met Rev. Geo W. Hart, formerly of Kansas. This indeed was refreshing to us. After handshaking, we moved on toward Los Angeles. The next morning we found ourselves at San Bernardino, Cal. In the midst of oranges, lemons, limes, grapefruit and fruits of almost every kind. This is a beautiful city. On we sped through orange groves, by beautiful cities bedecked with fruit and flowers until we reached the lovely city of Pasadena, which is the most beautiful city in California. It is to my mind like unto the Garden of Eden of old. And at 7:10 a.m. we were in the beautiful, large, busy city of Los Angeles, the Convention city. After having breakfast we proceeded to the Temple Baptist Church, where the convention was in session. We registered and procured badges and assignment and soon we were in the main auditorium where we found placards designating the seats for each State The Convention is composed of messengers from States north of the Mason and Dixon line. Every person with credentials is recorded the same rights and privileges, regardless of race, color or previous condition of servitude. The Northern Baptist Convention is the parent body. It does its work through the American Baptist Home Mission Society, the American Baptist Historical Society, the American Baptist Foreign Mission Society, the Woman's American Society. These societies operate missionary work in almost every part of the world. In this Convention we hear and see many missionaries from various foreign fields, which is a great inspiration. We had the pleasure of listening to the son of the man who wrote "America." Among the noted persons in attendance at the Convention were: Rev. H. L. Morehouse, D. D., Dr. S. T. Barnes, Dr. Chas. L. White, Dr. A. J. Rowland, Dr. C. A. Woody, Dr. D. D. Proper, Dean Schaler Matthews, Dr. Carter Helm Jones, IN PAWNEE COUNTY. $60,000.00. BROTHERS' Bank, KANSAS. ACTORS: Charles, H. T. Taylor, A. A. Krouch, A. H. Moffett. 3363. $100,000. National Bank J, Kansas. ND, KANSAS ACTORS: Hamilton, E. J. Everleigh, Capman, F. V. Russell, ck, Chas. V. Brinkman. Milling Co., ARKANSAS CITY, KANS. Mfrs. 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 lling Company! er Mer. Co. Garden City all know that imply waited upon when we make no distinction be- people. We appreciate your here are good and bad peo- community. Those who ply we run accounts with, month as the case may be. imply as agreed, we de- whether they be white Mercantile Co. Dr. Bruce Kinney and Dr. J. T. Crawford. Among some of the southern Baptist noted visitors were: Ex-Gov. C. A. Smith of South Carolina, Ex. P. T. Hall and J. T. Henderson, Kentucky. Among our colored brethren were: Dr. J. L. Cohren, formerly of St. Louis, now of Fresno, Cal.; Rev. Allen, Central Missionary of California; Rev. Williams, Rev. J. T. Hill, Rev. Gordon McPherson, Rev. Tillman, formerly of Wichita, now of Los Angeles, Cal.; Rev. J. H. Gordon of Los Angeles; Rev. Norman, San Francisco; Rev. C. G. Coleman, Oakland, Cal.; Rev T. Bell, General Missionary in Arizona and New Mexico, of whom I would like to write. His work is commendable Rev. W. M. Dixon, Sacramento, Cal., and many others whose names I cannot recall. The convention is presided over by laymen. The newly elected president is Dean Schaler Matthews, Chicago. The Convention declared itself at the Los Angeles session, that a person can hold the presidency only one year, as so many men deserve the honor. They seem to think that this is the best way to keep the harmony of the body. It is always worth the price one pays to attend this meeting. Right here I want to thank our many sisters, brethren and friends who so kindly assisted me in making this trip. Los Angeles. This is represented by all nations. This is a beautiful city. We found have among our face lawyers, real estate men, physicians, journalists, one of note is our old friend J. B. Bass, formerly of Topeka, who is editor and owner of the California Eagle, which is a clean, newsy sheet. His wife deserves mention, for she is his able assistant. Long live the Eagle. We found that one of the leading cafes among our people is owned and operated by Mr. and Mrs. R. H. Todd, formerly of Wichita. They served the best meals which it was our pleasure to enjoy at any cafe on the coast. They give an excellent service. Their help is kind and courteous. When in Los Angeles be sure to take your meals at the Engle Cafe. Mrs. Todd was very kind in taking us to the various beaches and places of interest. We were also royally entertained by Mrs. Emma Cluff. These two ladies made our visit very pleasant. We found near the Santa Fe station a dry goods and notion store operated by Mr. J. M Prentice. He is owner of two of these stores. One is operated by his wife. While in this city on Sunday we spoke in the morning for St. Paul Baptist Church, of which Rev. W. H. Tillman is pastor. At night we visited the Second Baptist Church, but on account of being ill could not preach for them. This church is without a minister, their pastor having died in the spring. The Rev. Williams has an institutional church. We did not get to see many of the other churches on account of not having much time. Of the sofergn nations doing business in Los Angeles, we found the most noticeable to be the Japanese. They are engaged in every class of business, even banking business, and seem to be prosperous. A lesson that our people should learn. These Japanese get business from all people. They run their business for the people and not for Japanese alone. There seems to be no friction between them and other races as newspapers have it. We also met in Los Angeles our old friend J. D. Smith and wife, formerly of Cherokee, Kans, and was delightfully entertained by them. Another one of our old friends do in nicely here is S. P. Johnson, formerly of Emporia, who also entertained us nicely. San Diego, Cal. This is a city of about 75,000 people, with two colored Baptist churches and one A. M. E church. Our visit was short here. While here we stopped with Mr. H. H. Woods and wife. He is the brother of Mr J. W. Woods, Winfield, Kans. They own a beautiful home and are much thought of and highly respected by every one. They showed us no little kindness and made our stay a dlightful one. Harlow and Mojava Desert. When we passed through this place a few years ago nothing of life could be seen. Now it is being reclaimed by settlers and alfalfa, fruit trees and gardens can be seen. This shows that in a few more years this place will bloom like the Rose of Sharon. Thousands of our young men and women who are looking for a chance and wanting something to turn up should go there and settle on these claims and come up with the country. The land office is at Visalia, Cal. When we reached Tehohatchapi the tunnel was burned out and the Santa Fe had provided automobiles and auto trucks to convey the pas- The Mills Stores Company TOPEKA'S BEST STORE TOPEKA, KANSAS MORE THAN A HUNDRED ...COATS... and no two alike This is the sample line of a famous New York maker of coats; more than a hundred coats and no two of them alike...just think what a variety to select from! Here it is right at the very threshold of the coat-wearing weather and here we are offering a line of coats at very,very much less than their real worth...in three big lots at No matter what kind of color coat you may want, you will find it in any one of these lots, for in each lot there are 3.4 and full length coats of zibelines, broadcloths, mixtures, novelties, imitation Persian lambs, pebble cloths, wide wales and the like, in black and all of the most-wanted colors. There are loose belted and semi-belted models and there are fur-trimmed coats in each group. P. S. n the $17.48 group are some big, heavy motor coats. sengers, baggage and mail over the mountains. The trip was quite challenging descending the mountains. We arrived here on Sunday afternoon. The Baptists have a new tone building here. Those are some Kansas here, Mr. and Mrs. Nathan Jones and Mr. and Mrs. Robt. Snail, formerly of Junction City, also Mr. and Mrs Wm. Thomas, formerly of Wichita, Kans. These people are doing well. This is the oil center of California. Mr. and Mrs. Monroe Jones, formerly of Memphis, Tenn., have accumulated considerable property and money. We spent several days at his place. Hauford. Cal This is a thriving town with one Gloried Baptist and one Methodist Church. We were here all day Sunday and preached for them. I organized this church a good many years ago. Rev. G. W. Ayers is pastor here and showed us great indulges. Mrs. Ayers was formerly of Shawnee. We were the guest of Mr. and Mrs. John Welcher and Mr. and Mrs. Henry Wyatt while here. These people are doing nicely. Mr. and Mrs. Welcher own a beautiful home and nice ranch with fruit and alfalfa and fine hogs. Their son, Mr. Loyd Welcher, has a beautiful home and a fine position. Then daughter, Miss Florence, has just completed high school and has a bright future. She is a talented musician. Mr. and Mrs. Seconhorn have a nice city property and ranch. Mr. and Mrs. Wyatt have a nice ranch and city property. Mr. and Mrs. Steve Shaw and Rev. Ayers have good properties and many others of whom space will not permit mention. In all, Hanford is a beautiful place. Fresno. Cal. There is one Baptist and one Methodist church here. We found the Japanese and Chinese engaged in various kinds of business. We did not find much business among our people. Rev. Jno Morgan runs an extensive transfer business and is doing fine. We saw a few barbershops. There are a good many lodges. They seem to be getting ready for death, but not much for living. Fresno is a beautiful place, and is headquarters for rainst. The beautiful San Joaquin Valley We were the guest of Mr. and Mra. Ino. Morgan. Oakland, Cal. This is a great residence city. Quite a number of our people live here and work in San Francisco. They have two Baptist churches and two Methodist churches. Rev. G. C. Coleman is pastor of the North End Baptist church. We spent the Sabbath with them. We felt ourselves at home, for Rev. and Mrs. Coleman were very kind to us while there. We found our people in business here. Mr. Bridgett runs a nice furniture store and newspaper here. We found our friends, Mr. and Mrs. Treat, formerly of Chetopa, Kun., here. We did not have an opportunity to visit the Beth Eden church. San Francisco and the Panama Exposition. San Francisco is a great city. We tried to see as much of the city as possible, and visited many places of interest. There is one Baptist church, one A. M. E. church and one A. M. E. Zion church here. Not being here on Sunday we did not get to visit any of the churches. There are all races here. Not as many Chinese here now as there were before the earthquake. The Chinese and Japanese have fine meat markets, grocery, drug and department stores, and employ a good many white salesmen. In Chinatown you will find white men shining shoes. There has been much improvement made since the quake and fire. The exposition is delightful. All of the states are kindly represented by fine buildings and exhibits. To our mind the Oregon, California and Canadian buildings were the most beautiful. We will not attempt to describe the fair, for words and space fail us. At least we say it is simply gorgeous. To appreciate it one must see it. Sacramento. Here we have one Baptist church and one A. M. E. church. Rev. W. M. Dixon is pastor of the Baptist church, at which we spoke to an appreciative audience, and Rev. B. R. Guy is pastor of the A. M. E. church. We found a few Kansans here. The Japs and Chinese are also in business here. We stopped with Mr. and Mrs. Crawford. Mr. Crawford holds a good position in the state house and owns a nice ranch. They are a delightful host and hostess, and were very kind to us. They certainly know how to be kind to strangers. Mrs. Crawford's mother, who is a beautiful character, lives with them. Rev. and Mrs. Dixon are fine people and delightful entertainers. We left Sacramento for home, passing through the famous Feather River canyon. In short, this entire route is picturesque into the Great Salt Lake. We crossed the great salt beds, which are said to be fifteen feet in depth, and looks as far as the eye can see like a great snow bed. On account of our train being late we did not see much of Salt Lake City. We could see the Mormon temple and tabernacle and the state house in the distance. On we sped, through mountains, tunnels and snow to Tennessee Pass, one of the highest points in the world. Then through the Royal Gorge and reions to Denver. Denver. Cal. We reached here after 10 p. m. and soon we were at the residence of Rev. and Mrs. D. E. Over, pastor of the Zion Baptist Church. After greetings with the family we were soon in dreamland. The next morning we attended the Sunday school, which is very large, with an able corps of teachers and superintendent. We filled the pulpit of this church both morning and evening. They have a beautiful stone edifice with two auditoriums which, I think, can be thrown into one spacious room. Their services are excellent and the choir is grand. Rev. and Mrs. Over and their church were very kind to us. We found a good many Kansans in the congregation. Among them was our old friend and brother, Mr. Pickett Myers, and his wife, formerly of Wichita. He is doing a good business and owns a home. They are delightful entertainers. Colorado Springs. Owing to this being a very rainy day we did not get to see much of the city. We visited Manitou Springs and many places of interest. We stopped at the home of Mr. and Mrs. E. M. Brown, who own a beautiful home. They treated us fine. We made Colorado Springs and the West good-bye and soon we were back to Wichita, "home, sweet home," safe and sound, with our best wishes for the West. J. H. VAN LEU. Flagstaff Bottled BEER "THE CHOICEST PRODUCT OF THE BREWERS ART." The Topeka Plaindealer Established in 1899. NICK CHILLS.....Editor and Owner THRO. BAUGHMAN.....Traveling Agent SUBSCRIPTION RATES. New Year.....$1.60 New Months.....1.00 Three Months.....50 advertising Rates Per Month $2.00 Per Inch. Latered at the Postoffice at Topeka as Second Class Mail Matter. We note from the press dispatches that Dr. Booker T. Washington of Tuskegee is confined to a private room in St. Luke's hospital, New York City, and only his wife and private secretary are allowed to see him. He was taken sick last Friday. We are sorry to learn this fact and hope for his speedy recovery. There is no doubt that he is in need of much rest, as a man that is carrying on the work and doing the many things not only for the benefit of his race but for the entire American people that he is doing is bound to have nervous collapse at some time. There are so few men of the race that are doing anything for the advancement of the cause of humanity and the progress of a people who are abused and hampered on all sides simply because they are unfortunate in being ex-slaves and poor. Mr. Washington has the courage and conviction to stand up and battle to improve these conditions while there are thousands of others standing idly by doing nothing. He is undertaking a great burden, and but few men could stand up as he has; no other man in the world, not even Napoléon, could have withstood what Washington has, and lived as long. We are not only fought by the prejudiced white people, but a small por cent of our own people try to impede the progress, but make very little headway. Mr. Washington is right, and right is bound to prevail. May the Lord help and spare him to continue his fight. WOULDN'T POSE FOR NEGROES Chicago Model, Formerly of Texas, Draws the Color Line. Chicago, Oct. 20.—A second girl model of the art institute has drawn the color line and today she told her reasons. She, like the originator in this line of artistic endeavor, is locking for another job. She fears she will have to go back into the movies. And she did so like posing. Miss Della Riina is the young woman. The other young woman was Miss Mamie Blanha. She afterwards went on the stage. It was this afternoon that Miss Raines entered one of the rooms of the art institute prepared to pose. She saw three Negroes there ready to draw. She left the room and another model was substituted. She told the teacher, Miss Jessie P. Lacey, she could not pose before Nogro men. "I could not do it," she said. "I'll have to go back to the movies now, I suppose. I come from Dallas, Tex., and we look at things in a different way. There was no argument, no excitement. I simply refused to pose under the gaze of a Negro." W. F. Nuttle, assistant secretary of the art institute, substantiated Miss Raine's story. "We are democratic here," he said. "We can't bar any one race. We merely substituted another model and went ahead. That closed the incident." The above clipping shows this young lady from Texas did not know where she was when she refused to pose for colored people. She was being paid for her services and it should have made no difference with her so long as she performed her duty and received her pay. To Texas where she came from is where she should go and live for the balance of her days. Usually when a Texan or other southerner comes north they lose that esteem but some of the rock-ribbed and ancient citizens who are full of negrophobia just cannot help it. Below is the clipping which shows that Georgia white crackers have not learned any sense as yet in the passing of a law preventing whites from teaching Negroes which shows that since the lynching of Leo Frank that the state of Georgia should be declared an insane asylum and put in the protection of civilized, upright Christian people, both white and colored. We are sorry for the grief. Intelligent people who have not a will of Georgia and are subject to such nonsense legal law and abuse. The law is unconscionable then to the courts would be so. There is no race in Georgia that cannot learn something from another race by instruction. It is an apalling fact that 70 per cent of the Georgia Negroes are illiterate, outlaws, and and this can be accounted for by such laws. WHITES CANNOT TEACH NEGROES New Law Passed by State Legislature of Georgia. The commonwealth of Georgia has further blackened it hitherto not too immaculate record by a piece of legislation which prohibits the teaching of Negroes by people of white color, aimed directly at the work of the Catholic Priests and Sisters among the black men of the south. In this action Georgia is in complete accord with her past, which has been one continued struggle against the education of the blacks and against the efforts of the Catholics in particular in that direction. As early as 1740 the teaching of Negroes has been forbidden by that state, and this has been supplemented at other times by further legislation.—Ex. WICHITA, KAN. Topeka Plaindealer: Dear Editor—Please allow space in your paper for the mention of meritorious work, which has been accomplished by the zealous labors of the pastor of St. Paul A. M. E. church and its congregation. Rev. C. A. Williams is now entering upon his fifth year as pastor of this church and when coming to this field of labor, together with his estimable wife and seven hale, hearty, healthy children, he found St. Paul in a little old fashioned church, plaster falling and run down in repairs in general. He also found a wide awake congregation, over whom he at once won admiration and confidence. The time being ripe for a building effort, it was well begun, and today the structure is one of the finest in the state, and fast nearing completion. It is thoroughly modern, costing, when complete, $12,000, and with its fifteen windows of art glass donated by several friends and the several REV. C. A. WILLIAMS. clubs and several secret orders of the city, making it a thing of beauty and a joy forever. Reev. Williams is one of the bravest pastors that ever mounted a rostrum, a student of no small ability, a clean, upright Christian character, preaching one God, a Christian life, a home in heaven. Through this moral life he has more than doubled the membership of the church. Our prayers are for more such workers in the vineyard here below, who are a credit to the cause of Christ and the Afro-American race. Very truly yours, MRS. MOLLIE COX. INDEPENDENCE, KANS. Leghorn Vicinity. Most of the farmers have thier wheat planted. They had some very good weather for planting wheat. Mrs. Cora Jenkins spent Sunday October 31, with friends at Neodosha. Miss Eva Briggans, who has been quite ill, has partly recovered. Mrs. Sarah Briggans attended lodge at Coffeyville Monday, November 1. Little Oliver Jenkins has been ill. Mr. and Mrs. James G. Wilson of Sedan, Kansas, have announced the marriage of their daughter, Anne, to Mr. C. L. Wesley on Thursday morning, November 25. Mr. Wesley is one of the industrious young men of this vicinity. Messrs Clarence Merrill and Nelson of Sedan were visitors here October 31. 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HER-TRU-LINE removes the ugly kinks and curls, and makes the hair grow so long and soft that it can be done up in any style. This pretty picture was sent us by a customer, made happy by using Her-Tru-Line. Large Jars 50cts at agents. AGENTS WANTED The Co., Box 754 Atlanta, Ga. The Plaindealer. N. BISFOUR. Mr. Brown of Concordia was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. N. Smith Sunday. Mrs. Mary Smith returned from Kansas City Sunday. Rev J. C. Rogers filled his rostrum at the Mt. Zlon Baptist Church Sunday and preached two very interesting sermons. Misses Lottie Watkins and Tillie Warden returned from their trip to Kansas City Friday. Mr. A. Woods on First West street is on the sick list. Mr. J. J. Jordan of Fort Leavenworth, spent a very delightful afternoon in this city and a very pleasing evening over in Missouri November 7, visiting friends. Mrs. M. J. Hamilton of Lawrence, Kan., is spending the winter with her daughter, Mrs. Harry A. Brown, in Miltonvale. VICTOR AND CRIPPLE CREEK, COLO. The ladies of Cripple Creek were to give a pound party for Rev. Pool and family, but they backed out when they found out that the ladies of Victor were to have one without their help. All are church workers too. Mr. Allen Harrell spent Sunday and Monday in Pueblo attending to business. Mr. Clifford Lewis was a visitor in Victor on Monday. Mr. William H. Black departed for Butte, Mont, where he expects to locate in business very soon. Mr. Bass still remains very sick. Mr. Chas. Brown is still exploring these hills. That back money you owe for papers can be paid to Mr. Wm. C. Harris, the district agent. Mr. and Mrs. Harry Robinson departed for Salt Lake City and the coast where they will visit friends. The ladies of Victor gave a pound party for Rew. Pool and family on Friday, November 5. Quite a number of the Victor ladies were out. It was rumored that Mr. Wm. C. Harris of Victor had lost his job at the Victor Club, but we found him still on the job, much to the sorrow of certain people of the district. Mr. and Mrs. John Kimberling entertained at a delightful Halloween party on November 1. The guests came in all their bewitching masks and costumes. Appropriate games were played. Mr. Robt. Wagner surprised himself and friends by making a trip to Cripple Creek, the first in many a year. Mr. Earl McGee, who has been sick for some time, is very much improved. Rev. Pool was the dinner guest of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. C. Harris on Sunday. We met Rev. Pool the other day and he was all smiles, we later found out that his family had arrived. Mrs. Pool on her arrival introduced to the Rev. the latest heir to the Pool fortune, little Baby Pool. Do not forget that Rev. Pool holds two srvices each Sunday at Handy Chapel. EMPORIA, KANSAS IN THE MIDST OF A GREAT REVIVAL AWAKENING. Although the meeting conducted by the Bray Evangelistic company have only been going on for a little over a week, there is the most intense interest manifested on the part of both white and colored and the fullest possible results are already being obtained. Seventeen souls had accepted Christ at the close of the Sunday evening services. The singing by the revival chorus is of the most spiritual order and makes a deep impression on all. The remarkably plain and logical sermons of the evangelist, Dr. H. Franklin Dray are so convincing that they are attracting unusual attention from the most learned of the city and state normal and commendable daily mention from the city press. The Mayor of the city, the Judge of the court, the city commissioners and the pastors of the leading white churches are cooperating with the evangelist in the services. Perhaps Emporia was never quite so thoroughly stirred as at this time, stirred until, on several afternoons as many as seventy-five persons have gathered at a given place for prayer. Noonday meetings have been held at the Santa Fe R. R. shops and various other places in the city. Borgst is ed on every side that Dr. Drav and its company must leave next week to fill their next engagement. Their coming and labors have been prediction to Emporia and prayers of hundreds will follow them wherever they go. We will give Val Blatz ...BEER... Telephone 40. Drydale, Missouri. your many readers a full account of the closing days of the meeting in the next issue. SALINA, KANS. To The Plaindealer: With pleasure I stop to write you just a line. We enjoy reading your paper and we are more than delighted to hear of the great work that St. John A. M. E. Church is doing. When we arrived here we found but few active members, but through God's help we have been able to bring them beck, with an addition of four new members. And the way the church is starting off, it is for success in every department. Mrs. M. Tyler has succeeded in organizing a choir and becoming not only a musical credit to our church but a credit to Salina. And we have succeeded in getting a young man, Dr. Wilson, as the president of the Allen Christian Endeavor League. The doctor is a young man that is establishing himself as a great young man in our community. We thank the good people of our church and of Salina for their excellent attendance and fine financial support and all the Tepekans that come this way will be glad to have you stop with. REV. W. M. TYLER. FIRE CAPTAIN'S STATEMENT ```markdown ``` ROMAN CHEMICAL CO., Nashville, Tenn. Dear Sir, Having taken your medicine with such good results, I wish to inform you that we afforded you a hospitalization and liver trouble, and was later held by them that an operation would be necessary. I look all kinds of medicine, with no results. Two weeks ago my condition hold a consultation, at which the consensus of opinions was that an operation would be the only relief for my mind was made. I was admitted to the hospital, but a friend heard my intentions and advised me not to go to the expense trouble and probably lost life, when a cure could be offered by the doctors. I am grateful to the generous nurses from my system including a number of genuine gall stones. Thank heaven I took my friend's advice, and am now up and able to perform my duties. Bromuses in my case were clouded brain, caused tongue, and heart failure. I was treated by a doctor and oftentimes had pain in my side and back. I write this hoping it may reach some person who is suffering from stomach and liver trouble. Am enquired to the Department, and will always follow good medical advice. Bower's Preparation (11.00) Mailing Charges Prepaid. Address, with Price ROMAN CHEMICAL CO. South Station. Mandalville, Tenn. I STOPPED MY CATARRH LIKE MAGIC I Cladly Tell How-FREE HEALS DAY AND NIGHT! It is a new way. It is something absolutely different. No lotions, surveys of sickly smelling salves or creams. No st It is a new way, solutely different, of dressing a mess of miser, or any apparatus of any kind hotting to smoke or inhale. No steaming, or rubbing or injection. No electrical shock. No sage. No powder, no plaster, no keeping in the house. Nothing of that kind at all. Some—something delightful and healthful—something instantly successful. You do not have to pay a lot of money, pay out a lot of money. miser, or any apparent purpose of a patient to smoke or inhale. No steaming, or rubbing or injection. No electricity or vibration or massage. No plaster, no plastering, no keeping in the house. Nothing of that kind at all. Nothing new and different something delightful and healthful. Nothing instantly successful. You do not have to wait, and linger, and pay out a lot of money. You can stop ever night-and I will gladly FREE you. I am not a doctor and this is not a so-called doctor a prescription but I am curbed, and my friends are cured and you can be cured. Your suffering will stop at once like mag- ice. I AM FREE - YOU CAN BE FREE My catatarsis was flihy and tasteless. It made me ill it dulled my role and made me sick. The having coughing app made me unconscious to all and my soul breath and disgusting hain- made even my loved ones impaired. I knew that it time it would be me to an untimely grave because every moment of the dawn could save my life. I would argy will go about it FREE. Write me prompt. JISK JUST ONE CLNT Send me money Just your name and address on a postal card Ray! I have your Katz! I will tell me how you must mail your collection and how I can verify mine. That all you collect is your name and address. I will send you a letter of confirmation PCE of money you have given but still you will be a letter of confirmation. I don't know if you need it until you have asked for this so the delivery is not related to can we think it doesn't matter too late! NASI KATZ Nuito 61028 1325 N Michigan Ave. Chicago, IL --- City Happenings Mr. William Wright of Lawrence was a pleasant caller at the Plain-dealer office on Thursday afternoon. Mr. Samuel Patton of Omaha and Mr. Richard Stewart of Wichita attended the funeral of James Hamilton last week. --- Miss Myrtle Gay was called from St. Paul, owing to the death of her brother. She will return Thursday, November 16. ```markdown ``` Mrs. Nick Chiles and Miss Willa Smith are spending the week in Kansas City visiting Mr. and Mrs. Geo. K. Williams. ```markdown ``` Please do not forget that Clinging Rose Tabernacle will give a masquerade drill on Thanksgiving night, Nov. 25 at Metropolitan hall. --- Mr. Gee. Scott of Chicago, Ill. spent a few hours in the city Wednesday, the guest of his sister and brother, Mrs. Dick Porter and Mr. Harvey Scott. --- FOR RENT-6 room house and 4 room house, 3 lots each, barn, well and cistern, 23d and Adams street, Highland Park. W. E. Seguine, 413 Kansas avenue. ```markdown ``` Mme. Motin of St. Louis, president of Motin School of Expression, is in Topeka this week visiting her daughters, Mrs. Wells and Mrs. Smith. She is on the extension work and is enroute to Texas. --- Mr. John E. Lowery, who has been attending K. U., was promoted at the death of his father to principal of Paola schools, which position he had held for a number of years prior to his death. Mr. Lowry is a very qualified young man. ```markdown ``` Mrs. Lillian Webster and Mrs. N. C. Buren of St. Joseph, Mo., are here attending the State Teachers' Association. Both of these ladies are popular educators and have taught school several years. They are the guests of Mr. and Mrs. J. D. Barker. ```markdown ``` Baptists, take Notice: The executive board of the Baptist State Convention will meet at Shilloh Baptist Church Friday, November 26. Business of importance will come up before this meeting and all churches and auxiliaries are urgently requested to represent both in person and finance. 会展 Rev. N. L. Smith, who has been pastor of the C. M. E. Church for the past year, has been transferred at the recent conference to St. Louis, Mo. Rev. Smith made many friends and did a great work while here and we regret very much this change but wish him much success in his new field. --- The Rev. L. D. Stevens, pastor of the East Hill church, preached a strong sermon Sunday at 11 o'clock. During his short ministration of about two months he has added ten new members to the church. In the afternoon Dr. Stevens preached to the students at Carter's Institute. --- Miss Lottie Watkins of Russell ville, Ky., and Miss Tillie Warder of Alliens, Kau., spent a few days in the city last week the guests of Miss Lizzie Owens. They also visited Miss Rosie Watkins, who is a student at Topeka Educational and industrial Institute. ```markdown ``` The World Renowned Female Jubilee Quartette of Austin, Texas, is planning to come to Topeka about November 21 under the management of Rew. A. Moore, whose address is 2706 Sloan street, Kansas City, Kan. He is also interested in an Old Folks' Home which he is trying to build in Texas. ```markdown ``` Miss Virgle Harris of Carbondale, Kan., who is attending high school here, was the guest of Mrs. Sophia Jane Sunday and a three-course luncheon was served. Miss Harris is a graduate of Carbondale school, being valedictorian of her claars. She is stopping with her sister, Mrs. Evans, at 1001 Golden avenue. ```markdown ``` Mrs. J. Preston Smith was hostess to the Young Matrons' Study Club, at her home on Clay street. Iar's afternoon. Izene S. was a pleasant visitor and made a very excellent talk in the interest of the club. A program entered after which the club and I to meet at the house of Mrs. John Kelly on Western avenue. High Brown Face Powder, Aida Hair Pomade. Prescriptions our specialty. --- Mrs. Anna Martin of Wichita was the guest of Mrs. Clay Odell for a few days enroute home from Chicago, where she had charge of the art department during the Exposition. She is a member of the Confederation of Colored Women's Clubs and spoke highly of the display made by the Kansas women. --- Those not attending the Sewing Circle of Shiloh Baptist church are missing a treat. Each meeting is more interesting than the preceding one. The program committee is to be complimented for its interesting programs. Our last meeting, at the home of Mrs. Ed Drane, was largely attended. Mrs. Drane is an ideal hostess and has the art of making everyone feel at home. The program was enlarged by two beautiful selections on the Victrola. Come to our next meeting, at the home of Mrs. Sarah Buford, on Lane street.—C. L. W. The following teachers registered at this office: Mr. John E. Lowry, Paola, Kans; Mr. Joseph Bowler, Wichita, Kans; Miss Pyles of Liewood, Kans; Miss Ross and Miss Ingram of Atchison, Kans; Miss D C. Lowery, Mrs. A. H. Walton and Miss Ida M. Thompson of Leavenworth; Misses M. A. Stewart and May McClelland of Kansas City, Kans; Mr and Mrs. R. H. Brown, Miss Annabelle Montgomery, Jennette Greene, Mrs. Rhoda Johnson of Kansas City, Kans; Prof. J. P. King, Prof. J. M. Marquess, Prof. G. A. Gregg, Prof. Wilburn and Prof. Woody Jacobs of Kansas City, Kans. --- The Robert Small Camp No. 11, Sons of Veterans, was organized last Thursday night by Deputy Commander E. L. Moon, and the following officers were installed: W. W. Bryant, Senior Vice Commander; O. A. Taylor, Junior Vice Commander; H. I. Monroe, A. J. Payne and Green Garret, Camp Council; Geo. Arnold, Guard; S. B. Shields, Color Bearer; A. W. Green, treasurer; J. M. Wright, Secretary. We hope success to this new order and that they will make as good fighters as their fathers, especially along the line of advancement of the race. --- Rev. J. Arthur Hamlett, former pastor of the C. M. E. church of this city, and now editor of the Christian Index, stopped over in Topeka enroute from Richmond, Mo., where he attended the annual conference, to Guthrie Oklahoma. Rev. Hamlett has made great progress since he has taken charge of the Index and is getting a foothold everywhere as a general officer of that denomination, and he has no equal. We expect to see him one of the bishops of that great church during the next ten years. While here he assisted at the funeral of one of the old members of his church, Daniel Daniels. --- Opportunity for the Colored Man. Elsewhere in the Plaindealer you will find an "ad" for the St. Joseph Hide and Fur Company, located at 813 North Third street, St. Joseph Mo. This is a perfectly reliable company and is in the market for all kinds of hides, fur, etc., paying the highest market price. It makes no difference where you live, write this company for rates and you'll be benefited. Our people should take advantage of the offer of these people and make extra money, as they will treat you right. The manager, Mr. Jonas D. Emery is a broad-minded man, having had nearly 30 years experience in the hide business, and is anxious to hear from our folks. Sunday school at 10 a. m. Preaching at 11 a. m. Preaching at 8 p. m. B. Y. P. U. at 6:30 p. m. All are cordially invited to come and worship with us. Pastor, Rev. L. D. Stevens, B. D. 1017 South Hancock St, Topeka, Kansas. --- CARD OF THANKS. We want to thank our many friends, relatives and neighbors who with kind words, willing hands and beautiful flowers helped to make the illness and passing of our son James less painful. For this great kind receiving a recent our sincere thank you. A butt injured makes it easier to bear, and that has our burden been divided with love. We thank also Shiloh Sunday School 'as No. 7 and 8 John C. H. G. W. JEHAMILTON, Sr. MRS. G. W. HAMILTON. WHEN IN WICHITA and hungry and want something good to eat, with first class service, atop at the Fine's Cafe and Lunch Room, 108 West Elm Street.—Adv. --- Mr. Theo. Baughman, our Traveling Agent and descriptive writer, paid the office a call this week. He has been in the state of Missouri for the past two months, where he did great work for the Plaindealer. He is enroute to Oklahoma. He will make a few Kansas towns, first stopping at Osage City, Emporia, Newton, Wichita, Wellington, and Caldwell. First stop in Oklahoma will be Enid. Every one who is indebted to the Plaindealer will make preparation to pay him. He will look your needs, wants and conditions and write it to the paper so the world will know what you are doing in your respective communities. He is a great race man and will be found working strictly on that line. Hear ye him. He can tell you something that will make you happy. --- We are in receipt of a letter from Mrs. W. H. Hudson, wife of the late Dr. W. H. Hudson, and she is now in Toronto, Canada. The children are with her and attending school there, but the two sons of Dr. Hudson, Toussaint and Gounold, are in Chicago. Mrs. Hudson says that she was almost a nervous wreck when she arrived home, because she was on that section of land without even a chicken to keep her company. She deserves great credit and should be highly commended for the great struggle she has put forth to hold this 640 acres of land without any assistance from the young sons of Dr. Hudson, who should rally to her support and help hold this land, as in the course of five or ten years this land will be very valuable. She does not wish to sell the land, but will probably have to do so. --- The Rose of Sharon Art Club was delightfully entertained by their president, Mrs. Amanda Austin, at her very pleasant home on Watson avenue, Saturday night, October 30. The house was beautifully decorated with chrysanthemums, autumn leaves and club colors. The same color scheme was carried out in the delightful and delicious three-course dinner. The pot of chicken was put on the tripod in the center of the large yard. While the chicken simmered and the delicious odors arose from the boiling pot, the company all sat in a large circle telling the usual Halloween ghost stories and tricks. When the chicken had simmered enough the crowd filed into the dining room and sat down to a "Missouri" chicken feast, as Mrs. Austin described it.. Individual pumpkin pies, doughnuts and cider finished them up. Everybody went away at a late hour happy, amidst a shower of corn, with a store of good things that memory will always retain. --- There is some consolation and comfort in finding priests or preachers in some white churches who hold no prejudice. We attended the funeral of Little James Hamilton at the Church of the Assumption last Saturday morning, where there was a congregation of both white and colored, as this church is made up of people of both races, and there seems to be nothing but peace and harmony, love and friendship, existing. Father Murphy is a young priest who is a scholar and Christian gentleman, and who not only preaches the love of mankind, but practices it. The funeral oration was great and elevating, and we must say that he took as much pains to eulogize the life of Christ and this boy as he would have for one of the wealthiest men in Topeka. We wish that all our white Christian churches would copy the way of the Catholics; that is, especially the Protestants who are always fighting the Catholics, and at the same time they are the leading light for the Protestants in this country when it comes to treating the bleak man right. CARD OF THANKS. We wish to express our many sincere thanks to the relatives, friends and neighbors for the kindness shown during the long sadness and death of our beloved son and brother, Irn Gay, also for the many beautiful oral offerings, and efficient service of Underwriter Stonestreet & Son. We also thank the Foundry employees for their sweet floral offerings, and Rew Gentry for his encouraging remarks. Now we cannot thank each individually for their kindness. But we would all to name ever if it is so to play a cup of cold water in their name. We prey that the blessings of God may abide with us. MR. AND MRS. SIMON GAY and Family. The funeral of Mr. Daniel Daniels was held from the C. M. E. church last Tuesday afternoon, Rev. N. L. Smith officiating, assisted by Rev Hamlett. Mr. Daniels was a compact Mason, which order officiated at the funeral. He was 86 years of age, a Christian gentleman, and was born in Murphyborough, Tenn. He had lived in Kansas and Oklahoma for the past forty years. He was the husband of two wives and father of thirteen children, some of whom live at Kansas City. We are sorry to note the fact that this colored man who had done so much for the people of this community should have to die at the county farm. But at the same time we will say that the county farm is no disgrace, as Mr. Patty Betts and wife, who have charge of the institution, do not spare any points to make it happy for the old people who are so unfortunate as to have to be sent there. Everything is clean and nice and modern. It seems, however, that when a man belongs to institutions such as church and lodge there should be an effort made to find a home for him where he will be surrounded by friends and allowed to enjoy life, as the only objection to the county farm is the fact that its inmates are isolated from their friends. ```markdown ``` When hungry and tired and in want of something good to eat or a good place to eat and go to bed, call at the New Model Cafe, 323 Kansas avenue. Phone 150 Mrs. Lula Bradley, Prop.—Adv. ```markdown ``` Cut Flowers Chrysanthemums, curnations, lilies, roses and all kinds of potted plants at low prices at Bass' Green Houses, 809 East 15th street. Phone 3,000. Obsequies decorating a specialty. --- DROWN CILAPEL NOTES. The first quarterly meeting was begun Friday night, November 5, with love feast and general class, which was very well attended, and the power of the Holy Ghost was in the meeting. Sunday morning at 6 o'clock the faithful few gather" at the church for prayer meeting. At 9.00 a.m. Sunday school, which was very well attended. Promptly at 10:45 a.m. the choir chanted the Doxology. Opening hymn No. 381, A. M. E. Hynnal, "Life, Light and Love," was lined by the pastor, Rev. T. W. Greene, Sr. Prayer by Rev. Eil Martin. Presiding Elder Rev. H. W. King being called away, Rev. W. P. Greene acted P. E. in his place. He preached a soul-stirring sermon, choosing for a text 2 Cor. 5:1—"For we know that if our earthly house of the tabernaile was dissolved, we have a building of God, a house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens." Invitation was extended, with one addition to the church. At 3 o'clock p. m. Rev. Wm. Martin of St. Mark. A. M. E. Church lined hymn No. 231, A. M. E. Hynnal, "The Rapture of Love." Prayer by Rev. W. P. Greene. Rev. I. W Terril of Mt. Olive M. E. Church preached the sacramental sermon, taking for a text Phil. third chapter and a part of the 18th verse—"Brethren, I count not myself to have apprended, but this one thing I do." Subject, "The one aim," or "A single aim." The sermon was very well delivered, full of the power and Holy Ghost. Invitation extended by Rev. W. P. Green. Rev. Barton and Jackson lifted the offering. The elements of the Lord's Supper were administered by Rev Peck of St. John, assisted by Rev. W. P. Greene and other visiting ministers. At 6:30 the Allen League had a very good meeting led by Brow John Chiles. At 7:30 p. m. another sermon by Rev W. P. Greene, text, St. John 1:1—"In the beginning was the word, and the word was God." Subject, "The Word." Monday, First Quarterly Conference convened at 7 o'clock p. m. with P. E. Rev. H. W. King presiding. It was a very pleasant conference. Every one had his report ready and responded readily when called on. The reports were very good, considering this being a short quarter. Tuesday night, choir practice The leader, Mr. A. J. Wilson, is sparing no pains in trying to make our choir second to none its also in Tonekn. The Woman's Mite Missionary Society met with Mrs. Maggie Howard Tuesday afternoon 2,30. The following officers were elected: Mrs. T. N. Greene, President; Mrs. Howard, First Vice President; Mrs. M. B. Williams, Second Hent; Jemma W. Dornant Street; D. P. B. and S. H. Hewitt very sick, but we pray that with the help of the Lord and through the skillfulness of her attending physician, Dr. T. P. Martin, she may become well and strong again. Mrs. Ella Porter is still on the sick list. Literary Thursday night. An interesting program will be ren. rendered. Sewing Circle met with Mrs. M. B. Williams Friday. November 5. Will meet with Mrs. Maggie How ard this Friday. November 12. Progressive Circle is very busy. We are making a tour of the world. Started from Brown's Chapel, Topeka, Kans., Santa Fe Station, arrived in London, England, Saturday night November 6, under the orders of Captain Donelly. Arrived at Paris, France, Tuesday night, November 9, Capt. Jenkins in command. All aboard the steamer for Madrid, Spain. Saturday night, November 18, Capt. Steele at the station to meet you, at 823 East Thirteenth street. Come out and help us make this a success. Rally day at Brown Chapel Sunday, November 14, for the benefit of Trustees. Mrs. Ida Perrin and Mrs. Angeline Johnson of Troy, Ohio, are visiting their sister, Mrs. Clemanie Bell, 715 East Eleventh street. There was a surprise party given at Mrs. Clemnie Bell's residence, 715 East Eleventh street, in honor of her sisters, Mrs. Idn Perrin and Mrs. Angeline Johnson, on Tuesday night, November 9. They will leave for their home in Troy, Ohio, Thursday, November 11. Come out to Brown Chapel and worship with us. Everybody cordially invited. PHYSICIANS AND SURGEON DR. J. M. JAMISON—327 Madir St. Special diseases. Phone 959 OFFICE HOURS: 9 a. m. to 12 m. 2 p. m. to 5:30 p. m. 7 p. m. to 8:30 p. m. Sunday by Appointment DR. M. L. ROSS, Physician and Surgeon. Calls Answered at Night. Office 7. Kansas Ave.—Tl. 3987. Res. 133 Monroe St.—Tel. 3987 R. 2. Office hours: 9:30 to 10:30; # to # DR. THADDEUS P. MARTIN Physician and Surgeon. Phone 3608. 832 Kansas Ave. Residence: 1026 Buchanan St. Residence Phone: 3608 R. 2. Tel. 774 Hcs.—724 Ring OLIVER A. TAYLOR, M. D. Physician and Surgeon. Office: 374 Kansas Av., over Gilbore Drug Store, across from Throon Hotel. Calls answered Night and Day.—Res. 1535 Van Buren St. SOMETHING OUT OF THE ORDINARY. A few weeks ago the Sir Knighta and Daughters of Kansas City, Kans., were invited to christen the Altar for the new C. M. E. church, not knowing exactly what to do, the Chief Mentor, A. F. Wilson, of Washington Temple No. 25, with his committee, Sir James H. Downs, D. D. C. G. M., Sir J. W. Wilson, I. C. G. D., Sir M. Washington, C. S., and other presidents got busy with pen and ink and after a few letters had been exchanged between the Chief Grand Mentor, Sir Rew Frank Wilson, and the committee, the way was found by which the altar could be christened by the Order. Invitations were sent out to the following Drill teams: Leavenworth, Atchison, Rebecca Drill team and the Henderson Palatine Guards, all of the drill teams responded except Atchison. The occasion was indeed a credit to the Order in Kansas and the Jurisdiction. As this was the first time anything of this kind had ever happened in Kansas City, Kan., there were, of course several people who were anxious to see what would be done, while there were others to criticise if they could find a way, but instead of criticism there are many words of praise being spoken for the manner in which the services were taken by the follower who came the work of the Order. At 21 15 o'clock the prize winner founded at Tabor Hall, Sir W W C G S and R W imperial Band in the lead. Next came the Sir Knights, following them was the Rebecca Drill Team under command of Captain Daughter Lena B. Downs, then the Henderson Palatine Guards under command of Sir Knight Ell Porter an Captain, then the Guards of Leaventworth under command of their enlisted Captain, Sir Knight George Walker, then the Grand Officers, the line of march was south on Ninth street to Washington Boulevard, thence west on Washington Boulevard to Tenth street, north on Tenth street to New Jersey avenue, east on New Jersey avenue to Eighth street, south on Eighth street to Oakland avenue, where open order command was given and the Daughters marched from the Eighth Street Baptist Church through the line of Sir Knights into the C. M. B. church across the street. When the daughters and Sir Knights had Bled and matched into the church there was not little room left for the congregation. After several well rendered selections by the choir, Rev Warfield, pastor of the church, read the Scripture lesson, after which he introduced the Chief Grand Mentor, Rev. Frank Wilson who prained a short sermon, full of truth and well fitted for the occasion. After which Sir A. F. Wilson introduced Sir Knight Professor J. M. Marques, Principal of Sumner High School, and Grand Secretary of the Prince Hall Grand Lodge, A. P. & A. M. who with that voice of eloquence, held the congregation spellbound for thirty minutes, giving some of the reasons why he is a Sir Knight and telling what the Order has done for the race. We are always glad to have men like Sir Knight Marques speak for the Order, because he can always tell something of interest. Such speeches as Sir Marques made for us on that occasion show that he is with his people and that he has not forgetten the hands that made it possible for him to make his mark in the history of the race. After the speech by Sir Knight Marques, the collection was taken; for the congregation, Brother Edwards; for the Order, Sir Knight J. G. Burdach, D. D. C. G. M., of Leavenworth, and Daughter Pauline Woodfork, C. G. M. P. Total collection taken was $38.56, thirty dollars being the collection of the Order. The Tabernacles taking part in the ceremony were Golden Rule, Daughter Lula Rose, H. P.; Fair West Tabernacle, Daughter L. Ware, H. P.; St. Ruth Tabernacle, Daughter L. Robinet, H. P., and Relacea Tabernacle, Daughter Woodfork, H. P.; Downs Temple, No. 24, Sir Knight Dr. H. D. Voorhick, C. M. and Washington Temple No. 25, A. P. Wilson, C. M. Grand Officers present weres Sir Rev, Frank Wilson, C. G. M; Sir A. W. Hopkins, C. G. S; Sir J. G. Burdett, C. J.; Sir James H Downs, Grand Home Treasurer; Pauline Woodford, C. G. H. P; A. F. Wilson, International Chief Grand Deputy and Grand Instructor of Kansas Nebraska and Jurisdiction The ceremony was conducted by Sir Rev. Frank Wilson, C. G. M.; Sir, A. F. Wilson, Daughter Pauline Woodfork and the Drill Teams which formed a hollow square around the Altar. After the exercises Rev. I. M. Warfield thanked the Order and friends for the manner in which the service was conducted and expressed a desire to become acquainted with the secrets of the Order and when he had finished Sir A. F. Wilson thanked all who took part and instructed the Chief Grand Drill Master, Oscar Jones, to form a line of march, which was done with Sir Knight M. Washington, C. G.S., in the lead, the precession returned to the Taborian Hall, where they were thanked again and dismissed by Sir A. F. Wilson. ```markdown ``` Masquerade Social a Sweetur The annual masquerade social given by the Rebecca Tabernacle Nov. 11 at the Knights of Tabor Hall at Kansas City, Kans., Saturday evening, October 30, was a crowning success. A great crowd attended with quite a number of people marked. Music was furnished by the Inter-City Merchants Bind. Mrs. Kula Harris favored the crowd with readings from Dunbar's work. Prizes were given to the tackiest masked, Mrs. Kula Hall from Argentina drawing this prize and Mrs. Mary Mosley drew the prize for the neatest costume. The Tabernacle realized from this unique entertainment the hard-some sum of $1237. Too much cannot be said for the work of this Tabernacle with Mrs. Pauline Woodfork, H. P. T., presiding and her never-tiring secretary in the person of Mrs. Lena B. Downs who gave their every moment of thought and energy to make their calling Tabernacle in the Jurisdiction and they have kindly asked of the official organ express their sincere thanks to the many friends, the Knights and Daughters who have contributed in any way to help their cause. Lee-Warren Milling Co., Manufactured Especially for the Highest Class of Family Trade. ED BY THE CHASE WHOLESALE CO. FOR YOUR GROCER FOR SE WHOLESALE CO, TOREKA. LOCER FOR IT. DISTRIBUTED BY THE CHASE WHOLESALE CO, TOPEKA. 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Made only from pasteurized cream. Send us your order to-day. Meadow Gold Butter CONTINENTAL CREAMERY COMPANY, TOPEKA, KANS. --- SPRINGFIELD, MO. (By Bertha B. Cooper.) Mrs. Bertha Canifax has been on the list of the indisposed but is reported much better at this date. Mrs. Lucinda Blakely is able to be up and around in her apartments getting along nicely. Mr. and Mrs. Henry Barker were very successful in a church social held at their residence November 6. All present enjoyed a pleasant evening. Mrs. Delia S. Smith has been very all for a week, but is much improved at the present. Master Morse Julian and little Miss Margaret Canifax are ill with diphtheria, but are getting along nicely. Mrs. O. L. Blakey, accompanied by her little son, George L., has gone to Little Rock, Ark., to attend to some important business. Mr. James Davis is at home with his wife and little daughter Jean, after being away in Kansas City for a month or more. Mrs. Josie Enyard was a most amiable hostess to her club, the Woman's Musical and Literary Club, Friday afternoon, November 5, at the residence of her daughter, Mrs. William Bruce. 1032 Sherman street. Nowwithstanding several members being absent on account of illness and other business, there was a nice number present who enjoyed immediately the many good things Mrs. Enyard had prepared for her guests. Mrs. Bostie, the president, called the meeting to order, Mrs. Mabelle Cobb at the piano, Mrs Josie Enyard leading in devotionals. The roll was called by the secretary, Mrs. Lon Vickers, pro tem, members responding with quotations on "Friendship." After vote was called Mrs. B. B. Copen received the prize for best quotation, a beautiful hand-made piece. Current topics were enthusiastically discussed. It was voted that the members of the club would have another sitting for pictures at next meeting at the residence of Mrs. Nellie Hall November 19th, as the last picture was not very good. (All come prepared, gowned in black dresses, white collars and the club's badge of lavender and white. The critic's report was read and adopted. After a very interesting meeting the social hour was spent in partaking of a very delicious three-course menu. The hostess, Mrs. Euyard was assisted in serving the visitors Mrs. Fannie Campbell and Mrs Finney, and members by Mrs Bruce, Mrs Arthur Cobb and Miss Eterdell Bruce. The club adjourned at a late hour, having spent a delightful afternoon. The Queen City Court, No. 64, brought in a nice collection on a beautiful quilt which, was drawn by the lucky number. The members were all very active and realized good results from their efforts. The lucky chance was held by Mrs. Allde Bedell. Mrs. Francoe L. Boxley is Most Ancient Matron of the Court Mrs. Lou Vickers, 1228 North Main street, was a most delightful hostess to the K. Art Club on Thursday afternoon, November 4. The afternoon was pleasantly and profitably spent in fancy crochet and embroidery work aside from the regular routine of business. The hostess was assisted by Mrs. Eldyth M. Young, Miss Edwina H. Smith, Miss Geneva and Manzanetta Vickers in serving dainty and appetizing refreshments to the visitors and members who enjoyed the well spent afternoon. Huclid Chapter No 23, O. H. S. opens the season with a Pre-Thanksgiving Reception and Musical and literary program to be held Thursday evening, November 18, 1915, at its Chapel M. E. Church, corner of Kenton and Pine streets. The following splendid program will be presented: Program. Messrs. Abernathy and Parris nvocation .. Pastor, Rev. McAllister selection .. .. .. .. .. .. Messrs. Abernathy and Parris ocal Solo .... Mr. W. M. Smith instrumental Duet ..... Iocital ..... Mrs. Pearl Clark Quartette ..... The L. H. Club Original Poem ..... ... Mrs. Mary A. Jarrett 'Inlin Solo... Miss Grazia S. Corneal Vocal Solo ..... 'iano Trio ..... MIssus C. M. Foster, M. W. Andrews and Ida D. Andrews 'ocal Solo.....Mr. Otis L. Blakey Recital.....Prof. L. H. Bustill 'ocal Duet Mrs. Pearl Thomason and Miss Edyta Osborn. Evey one is especially invited to come and enjoy the evening. The ever-inviting and hospitable home was thrown open to the members of the L. II. Club, of which Miss Geneva Nickers is president, and was also hostess to the same Saturday afternoon, November 6. the members of the club are quite industrious and many beautiful pieces have been finished for use. daily refreshments were served. Miss Virginia Adah Penn became the bride of Mr Richard Cavin, the ceremony being solemnized October 27, 1915. The marriage was a quiet one. Mrs. Adah Patterson and Mr. Joseph Gains were present. The young couple are at home to their friends at 620 Washington avenue. May the newly-weds have a long, happy married life. Mrs. Mary Jarrett is on the list of the indisposed, we regret to note. Mrs. Bertha Canifax is recovering nicely from a spell of la gripe- ing nicely from a spell of la grippe Mrs. Mary Barker is somewhat indisposed at this writing, but trust she will be feeling herself again in a few days. Abernathy and Farris' Orchestra will furnish charming music throughout the evening of November 18th. Do not fail to hear the L. H. Club on the evening of November 18th. Every number rendered will be a "special hit." See which number you will enjoy the most on Thursday evening of November 18th. Miss Glazia S. Cornelal, violinist, Miss Carrie M. Foster, pianist, with one rival musician! Hear our songsters, you will imagine it is springtime among the roses! Mr John Coker departed for Parson, Kansy, to visit his daughter, Mrs. Emma Many, who is ill. Miss Adele Coker, formerly of this city, has become the bride of Mr. John Williams of Louisiana. We hope how happy and prosperous Mr. and Mrs. Williams may be. Mr. Taylor Smith, after a short illness of Bright's disease at the age of 72 years, passed away Tuesday morning, November 2nd. He had been a resident of this county for nearly half a century He died at his rural home northwest of the city. Services were held at the Baptist church, Rev. W. H. Young ably officiating. He is survived by the widow, a son, Robert Smith, a sister, Mrs. Sadie Chamberlain, and many friends to mourn his sad demise. Mrs. Lizzie Howard-Lightnaugh, after an illness of several months' duration, passed away Monday night, November 8. She professed a hope in Christ. The arrangements for the funeral which are under the direction of Undertaker Campbell, will be held to-morrow afternoon at Pitts Chapel M E. Church, Rev. McAllister officiating. The relatives of Mr. Peter Danforth, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Danforth, now deceased, received the sad intelligence of his death. For many years he has resided in Kansas City. On Saturday afternoon, November 6, Hogan was at home to his friends whom he honored with a very delightful party which they all enjoyed. About 23 guests spent the hours from 2 o'clock to 7 o'clock with Mr. Hogan, who spared no pains to make the occasion a memorable one, which it proved to be. Dainty refreshments served to all present. Mrs Sallie Yoakum, after spending several pleasant months with her daughter, Mrs. Perkins of Iowa, has returned home. She reports Mrs. Perkins and little son as getting along nicely. Velma, the little daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Tyndall, who was just coming into her third year, passed away leaving sad, aching hearts. 'Her little sweet life was like that of a bud, just beginning to unfold. When Christ said, "Suffer little children to come unto me, for of such is the kingdom of heaven." Services were held at the Washington Avenue Baptist Church, Rev. W. H. Young officiating. Undertaker W. P. Campbell, funeral director. Mrs. Sanders of 1218 North Florence street, funeral rites were held at the Mt. Eagle Baptist Church, Minor street, Interment in South Hazelwood Cemetery The Pleasant Hour Embroidery Club gathered at the hospitable home of Mrs. Bettie Hall on Weaver street. The afternoon passed pleasantly in needle-work of various kinds and interesting conversations. An elaborate course menu of fried chicken, salad, maple ice cream, etc., was served to the visitors, Mrs. Lula Reed, Mrs. Luella Robins and members. The pastor, Rev. A. E Rankin, and members of Gibson Chapel C. ?. Church are much awake and accomplishing good and inestimable results. The Chapel is undergoing a general repairing which has long been needed, and during the six Free! Free! Free! Catalogue of the Latest Stylen of AGENTS WANTED FINE CREOLE HAIR THE MUSEUM S,AM WILLER. HUMAN HAIR GOODS CO Shreveport, La. MAGIC IS DONE AND SHAMPOO DIRT COMPANY A BEAUTIFUL HEAD OF DIRT IS A LADY T have it if she will use the type. 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The first of next month, December, we will have in our city one of distinction and note, one you must not fail to hear, Rev. Henry H. Proctor of Atlanta, Georgia, one of the greatest institutional church workers of the country. Remember the date, December 1st. Dr. Proctor is one of the lofty, leading lights. Do yourself the honor to hear him. A more detgilled account will be given of this noted divine later. A welcome reception to Rev. R. J. Robinson, B. D., and family was given at the Burton Avenue A. M. E. Church Monday evening, November 8, 1915. The following program was rendered: Song-by the choir. Welcome on behalf of Trustees— S. A. G. Campbell. Song-Choir. Welcome address on behalf of citizens—Edward Willburn. Welcome on behalf of ministers—Rev McAllister. Song-Choir. Welcome on behalf of churches—Rev A. E. Rankin. General welcome address—Rev. W. H. Young. Welcome address on behalf of schools—Prof. W. H. 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Owens was in the city November 5 and held his first quarterly conference at St. Paul A. M. E. church. The church is progressing both financially and spiritually. Miss Bernice Hawkins has returned to her home in Lincoln after a visit here with Miss Nonlus Scott. Mr. and Mrs. J. Berry and Mr. and Mrs. John Casmon have united with St. Paul A. M. E. church. Mrs. Robt. Scott entertained Rev. J. C. C. Owens, Rev. and Mrs. H. Deat at a six o'clock dinner at her home Friday evening, November 5. Miss Nondus Scott was a passenger to Lincoln Friday to visit with friends and attend the Beatrice vs. Linela football game. Mr. Vernon Wilkinson of Fairbury spent the week-end in the city with friends. Mr. Alfred Newton entertained the D. S. P. club at his home Thursday evening. November 11. All reported an enjoyable time. Mr. Charles Scott is playing center on the Central school football team this year. The following officers were elected at St. Paul A. M. E. Sunday school Sunday, November 11. Superintendent, Miss Nondus Scott; assistant superintendent, Mr. A. Newton; secretary, Miss Inez Gordon; assistant secretary, Miss Mabel Scott; treasurer, Mrs. Robert Scott; librarian, Miss Jewel Casmon, organist, Miss Jannie Arnett. Mr. George Cisco and Mls. Inez Gordon were passengers to Lincoln Saturday to attend the Beatrice-Lincoln football game. The following officers were elected in Allen Christian Endeavor; President, Mrs. John Casmon; vice presi tary, Miss Ida Berr; treasurer, Mrs. L. L. Gordon; orphanist, Miss Nondus Scott. Miss Nondus Scott sang Hirde's "Angel I Iv r Guan. Thee" at St Paul A. M. E. church Sunday evening. KANSAS CITY, KAN. The funeral of Mr. Elizabeth Robinson, who died at the age of 69, was held at the Metropolitan Church on account of the A. M. E. church being torn up to be remodeled. She was a devout Christian of the A. M. E. church and Rev. I. R. Ransom relivered a eulogistic sermon over her. Rev. D. A. Holmes assisted with prayer and Scripture and Rev. McNeal gave the benediction. Prof. Reynolds and his high school chorus rendered the music and the Queen Esther Immaculate Court turned out in a body. Many flowers were received. Decased leaves Miss Ella Robinson, a tacher at Douglass School, and four other relatives and friends, who regret her demise. Blind Dees, under the management of Prof. Porter, gave a concert at Sumner High School for the A. M. E. church. The net proceeds were $40. The church received $20 of it. At the rendition of the play, "The Dust of the Earth," at Sumner High for the Y. W. C. A, $220 was said to be cleared. Little Vivian Carroll at 2524 Allis avenue, took a severe hemorrhage Monday at 2 a.m. and Dr. S. H. Thompson was called. She has a large number of callers daily, as she is quite a favorite and her mother belongs to so many lodges. Rev. J. R. Ransom christened her into the faith Tuesday morning. Mrs. M. Matthews acted as sponsor. The ordinary collection at the Metropolitan Church Sunday was $105. The choir gave an enjoyable Halloween party Monday night and Blind Dees Concert Company rendered a fine program there on Tuesday night. Miss Rosa Davis, of California, is visiting friends in the city. The Y. W. C. A. gave a Juvenile Hallowe'en party in the afternoon and a party of older people at night. One of the largest funerals ever had in our city was that of the late Mr. Samuel Jackson. It was held from the First Baptist Church, of which he was a member Rev. Bowren officiating. Deceased belonged to five lodges and all of the $m$ turned out in a body. He leaves a daughter and two sons and other relatives and friends who mourn his demise. Mrs. Lulu Thomas on Everett avenue is not perfectly well yet. Prof. Gregg of Western University visited the Spanish class at Summer High School. Rev. Barksdale is visiting his family for a while. Mrs. P. C. Long and her mother, Miss. Crowley, made a flying trip to Pt. Scott this week. Miss. Haywood on Walkr avenue expects to visit her southern home soon. SPRINGFIELD, MO. Miss Ada M. Pullbright is one of the most builly engaged women in Springfield in the way of uplifting her race, not only doing her duty in the schoolroom to the "square inch," but presiding at the head of several good orders and engaged in other public work. One could spend hours in her room with profit and pleasure as well as other rooms of the city schools. Visit and see for your own opinion and judgment. The rooms are all well filled, Room No.1 having from 70 to 80 enrolled, other rooms 35, 40, 50, 60, etc. The busy Hour Art Club enjoyed a delightful Hallowe'en Masked Party on Monday evening, November 1, at the home of Mrs. Bessie Cook, on Weaver street, which was decorated with leaves, pumpkins, ghost-like objects, buck berries and other spiritual like features. Those who were masked in the most attractive and unknown styles were Mr. Chas. Ellison, representing a very fashionable and odd-dressed lace; Mrs. Nettle Dillard, country girl; Mrs. Nettle Davis, a stylish man; Mrs. Harold, a sporty young man. Twenty-two were masked. PAOLA, KANS. Prof. G. W. Lowery at Rest The sudden death of Geo. W. Lowery, which occurred at his home on Fast Frankshaw street, Monday, November 1, at 1:00 p.m., was a shock that cast a gloom over the entire city, causing profound sorrow among all classes of citizens. He has gone but is not forgotten; his life was one that ever tended upward. He was honest, bold, kind and fearless. We pronounce him to be one of the greatest men known by ever touched, vender us. an uprooted, vander wa- and a giant in exertion, never over looking an opportunity to pran- the interest of his race. Like If now they like all care for popular sentiment as long as he thought he was right. He established a precedent that if the body be broken the mind should be made more perfect. Being handicapped by the imperfection of the body was a fact that he did not seem to realize as he ever contended that if men should be measured at all it should be by the brain. He was alive to every interest of county, state and nation, ever urging the people of his race to higher ideals in life. He was a dutiful husband, an indulgent father. God gave him a son and daughter and one of his greatest desires was to see them educated. He was ever watchful that he made no mistake, as he desired his family to emulate him. He never encouraged a wrong or countenanced a fraud. Was a devout Christian, an eminent citizen, a safe leader, a proficient educator. Never was the silver cord more gently loosened, never was the golden bowl more gently broken. Bidding farewell to wife and daughter, he fell asleep, like a child weary and worn. Now the earth, a common mother of nature, holds him tenderly to her bosom. When he shall awake it is inspiring to believe that he shall greet the morning in a land where there is no night, where the skies are undimmed by a cloud, where the feet bleed upon no pathway of stones and the head wears no crown of thorns. VINITA, OKLA. Mrs. Tyre II. Finley, assisted by Mrs. Cramer Suddoth was hostess to a buffet luncheon at 1:30 o'clock, Mrs. N Edward being the honored guest. The dining-room was a garden of flowers, a centerpiece of cluny lace with a large vase of American beauty roses. The buffet and side table were laden with fried chicken sandwichesripe olives, peach pickles, cake, coffee and Oklahoma beer. Misses Haydee Finley and Josephine Lynch presided at the piano. After luncheon the guests, numbring twenty, accompanied Mrs. Edward to the station where she left for a short visit with relatives at Chetopa, Kans., before returning to her home at Danville, Ill. Mizs O. L. Reed was hostess of a hot catfish luncheon at her home, 471 North Second street, Saturday evening from 8 to 11. All present have decided that Miss Reed can cook as well as teach. The Jitney Bus party held their annual feast on the Lynch farm, about three miles east of the city. Sunday was a delightful day to please the participants. Mr. and Mrs. Valley were the guests of honor. Mr. A Moore was the comedian of the day, seconded by the champion walnut eater. Rev. L. A. Hubbard held his first quarter Sunday. The Reverend is an able speaker and a logical reasoner. R. Cuths of Chelsea was in the city Monday. II. Bolden was in the city Manday from Prior Creek. Mrs. Altha Moore gave a breakfast party Friday in honor of Mr. and Mrs. Valley It was a delightful affair and well planned. Mrs. John Davis entertained Friday evening in honor of Mr. and Mrs. Valley The dainties were more than pleasing to the guests. Ben Sanders of Blue Creek was in the city Friday. Mr. and Mrs. Valley of Girard were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Altha Moore last week. rs. H. T. Borden of Council Bluff arrived Friday for a visit with Mrs. A. Rider. FAYETTE, MO. Dr. W. M. Wright of Nashville, Tenn. has located here for the practice of medicine. The doctor is a young man just out of school. We cordially welcome him and trust that he will make good in his chosen profession. Dr. R. E. Gillum, District Superintendent, held his third quarterly conference here Satuay evening. On Sunday he preached and administered the Lord's Supper. Dr. G. W. Brown of Glasgow, Mo. attended quarterly meeting here Sunday. Mrs. John Cook and Mrs. Welsh of Hlgcee, Mo., visited Mr. and Mrs. Caroline Given Monday. Mrs. Luo Evans, formerly of the city, but who has been making her home in St Joseph, died Saturday, Nov. 6. Her remains were shipped here and interred in the city cemetery Monday afternoon. She leaves to mourn their loss two daughters, one son and a large host of friends and relatives. ecently destroyed by fire, is rapidly nearing completion Miss Blanche Withers arrived from Detroit, Mich., Sunday. She will be the guest of her grandmother, Mrs. Celia Enyart. Mr. H. Roberson, formerly of this place, was killed in Louisiana Friday morning. The body has been shipped here for burial. The funeral of Miss Vergie Smith, who died at the Methodist Hospital in Guthrie Inst week, was held Tuesday afternoon at the First Baptist Church, Rev. Jones officiating. The Central Oklahoma Conference came to close Sunday night, leaving Rev. Smith, pastor of St. Paul A. M. E. Church, here. Rev. Reese, formerly pastor here, will leave Wednesday morning for his appointment as Presiding Elder over the Atoka District. Mr. Curt's Wisdom is in the city guest of his brother. Mr. and Mrs. Mack of Kingfisher are in the city to attend the funeral of their brother, Mr. Kenneth. BETHEL KANS. Mrs. Sophronia Simms of Topeka, visited her daughter, Mrs. Ellen Bailey, last week Rev. and Mrs. Enyard of Kansas City were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Toliver Thompson Monday. Mrs. Lucy Maack was in Kansas City, Saturday on business. Mrs. John P. Hovey has returned from a visit to her mother, Mrs M. E. Godfrey, at Topeka. Mrs. Ellen Haddy, who has been indisposed for a week past, is much better at this writing The Spruell brothers of "Hillcrest" farm, are making some improvements on their residence. Mr. Riley Coran spent last week in Dunlap, looking after his business interests there. Mrs. Wade Scott is suffering from an attack of throat trouble. Mrs. Georgia Ann Shorp is the guest of Misses Nannie and Deliah Barker in Maywood this week. Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Walker, who have been on the sick list for several weeks, are convulsive. The "community" Bible Study Class, recently organized, is growing in interest and the attendance increases each week. Meetings are held at the homes of the members. Rev. David Thomas of Edwardsville, was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. S. Walker Sunday. Mrs. Tilford Davis, Jr., visited at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Leonard and Bailey last week. Mr. and Mrs. D. D. Herndon have moved to Kansas City for the winter. Rev Houston of Kansas City occupied the pulpit at the Oak Ridge Baptist Church Sunday morning, in the evening Rev Wm. Garnison of Kansas City preached an able sermon, which was full of the Spirit and of interest. Next Sunday evening Rev. Garnison will administer the Lord's Supple. The Sunday school is showing great improvement each week. Ben Balance of Wellborn and Sulas Williams of Brenner Heights were guests of friends here Sunday. A goodly number of our people went to Horanif on Sunday to the services at Zion A M. E. Church where Rev. Enyard, and his congregation had a glorious meeting, and a sumptuous rabbit dinner which was highly enjoyed by all. Rev. Enyard is one of the Holy Ghost ministers who always get results. There was one conversion, and many naked the prayers of the church. OTTAWA, KANS. Mrs. DeWitt Johnson of 704 Cherry street, entertained at her home a Halloween party Monday evening, November 1. The decorations were jack olanterns, witches, black cats and bats, autumn leaves and chrysanthemums. The evening was spent with games and fortune telling. Refreshments of doughnuts and cider, fruit and nuts. About 10 guests enjoyed the evening. Miss Elsie Lewis was the all night guest of Miss Ila Clayborne The Bury Bee Art Club met with Miss Kathleen Glaspio on Thursday afternoon. Refreshments of cake, whipped cream and coffee K. & R. GROCERY, ARE OFFERING SPECIAL PROFESSIONAL GRILL WEEKS ON ALL THEIR LINES. GIVE US A CALL. 872 114 0000. KANSAS CITY, KANSAS. were served. Those present were Misses Ida Clayborne, Mary Allen, Maggie Washington, Martha Lewis, Pauline Wilson, Myrtha McBrier, Elsie Lewis, Nadine Bell, Mrs. Allen, Eva Warren, Katherine Glassie, Martha Lewis and Lora Baldwin. Payne's Band held their practice Wednesday night at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Harrison Baldwin. Mr. Baldwin is one of the trombone players and has rheumatism, so they went to his residence so that he could be with them. Misses Evelyn and Sallie Rodgers entertained at the residence of their aunt, Mrs. Samuel Richardson, a Hallowe'en party Saturday night. The decorations were croquette, bread and butter sandwiches, pickles, pumpkine pie, Nabisco doughnuts, cookies and cider. The guests numbered about twenty. Mrs. A Booker was the all-day guest of Mrs. Wm. McBrier Thursday. Mrs. W. T. Biggers from Pueblo, Colo., is here visiting her mother, Mrs. Schroder, and friends. Mrs. J. D. Lillard and Mrs. G. Johnson planned a little neighborhood surprise thimble party Saturday afternoon from two until five in honor of Mrs. Thomas. Those present were Mrs. G. Lewis, Mrs. M. Thompson, Mrs. O. R. Lewis, Mrs. G. Johnson, Miss Elsie Lewis, Miss Payetta Wilson, Miss Ruby Moore, Mrs. G. Moore, Mrs. A. Johnson, Mrs. G Wiley, Mrs. R. White, Rev. and Mrs. Ross, Rev. S. A. Williams and Mrs. A. Hooker. A two-course luncheon was served. Mrs. F. Thomas of St. Joe, Mo., is visiting her aunt, Mrs. Arthur Johnson. Rev. S. A. Williams, pastor of the Third Baptist Church, preached a very able sermon Sunday night on "Weighed in the Balances and Proud Wanting." The church is progressing finely. We all like him and believe him to be a man of God. Mr. W. Straughter's mother from Kansas City is here visiting with him. "THE PASSING HOUR. By Joseph January, Leavenworth, Kans. 'Tis sad, dear child, 'tis sad To think that once again below, I am spared to see the childhood ground, And hear the rippling waters flow. That once I used to paddle round. I hear the humming of the bees, The song birds singing in the trees, Their music seems to charm me still. It sends a rapture and a thrill, Through this old weathered heart of mine That age has tangled us in a vine. 'Tis sad, dear child, 'tis sad. 'Tis sad to think that you have passed. Father, through this world the last. I pray that God may bid you stay, And journey on upon your way. No, no, dear child! my feeble mind, Leads me to think on the divine. Where music that is never still, That fills the souls of the good with thrill. And changing seasons never come, Where endless joy has once begun, Whose old and young have gathered round. But now forever they sing with praise, And pass the vision of the days, When they, like me, down here below. Hush! don't cry, dear child, 'tis sad. I have plucked the leaf of childhood days, It withered, now it blows away, 'Tis sad, dear child, 'tis sad. Ah, Father, have my days gone so, That I may to that land go, Where ever-running fountains flow, That fill the soul with love and glow? 'Tis sad, dear child, 'tis sad. I farewell, dear child, my last farewell. Travel down this path, it's well. Spend not your childhood days in haste. That when you are old you will want to waste. want to waste, I will time down here below. I know well, dear child, to mind 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 Town Beginning now ance this instruction. Send him your order for literature, etc., for the October quarter. L. C. MOHNIS, PRES. R. B. HUDSON Sec. P Mme. Beard's Mme. Beard's WONDERFUL HAIR GROWER It removes daudruff and stops it ing of the scalp and takes out kink and makes the hair grow loos soft and beautiful. Send stamp for Pamphlet MME. M. 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St. Joseph, Mo. From the Central Conference Mrs. Willa B. Reese of Chickasha and Mrs. A. B. Brookins of McAlester were elected. Mrs. M. E. Thompson of McAlester and Mrs. M. Gamble of Marietta were elected alternates. The ministerial delegates are as follows: From the Northeast Conference, Rev T. W. Kidd, P. E. of Muskogee district; Rev J. A. Johnson of Tulsa, Rev. L. E. Nelson, P. E., Rev. R. M. Perrin, P. E. Tulsa district. Alternates, Rev J. W. Curry of Muskogee, Rev P. A. Hubbard, Rev. J. N. B. Walls, Rev W. R. Beamer of Eufaula. Delegates from the Oklahoma Conference are Dr. C. R. Tucker of Tulsa. Rev. A. R. Dobbins of Guthrie and Rev. J. S. Dawson, P. E. of El Reno district. Alternates, Dr. J. E. Toombs, P. E. of Oklahoma district; Rev. L. J. Johnson and Rev. T. W. Hayes. Delegates from the Central Conference: Rev. I. H. Hawkins, P. E. of Atoka district; Rev. J. W. Smith, Rev. W. M. Austin and Rev. G. B. Richardson. Alternates: Dr. R. J. Patten, Rev. J. A. Morris. Rev. M. D. 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