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THE TOPEKA PLAINDEALER Head of Topeka State Hospital Shows by His Own Report to the Board That he Should Be Fired. Seventeenth Year. No.46. If the Board Will The greatest joke of the season is the misleading report made by Supt. Biddle of the Insane Hospital of Topeka. The board of control requested that he make a report on the scandal that was recently unearthed whede eight or nine guards had inveigled several colored girls from time to time into the building for immoral purposes. From the evidence this matter has been going on for a year or more and from Dr. Biddle's statement it looks to us as though he had had an inkling of what was going on. The statement that he makes is "the straw that breaks the camel's back" and shows that he ought to be discharged. The statement that the Hadley girl, who lives but a few hundred feet from the hospital grounds, for the past five or six years has been a source of more or less trouble to the management of the hospital, shows that Biddle has seen this girl around the building and must have known what she was doing, else he could not have said she was giving them a source of trouble. What was this trouble, if it was not that she was being brought into the building by those guards? And he further says that she was loafing around the grounds and he never complained to the authorities, the girl's parents or the probation officer. He fails to say how many times he ordered her away, but if she was a source of annoyance he must have ordered her away several times, and it strikes us that a business man like him should have called an officer and headed her off, as she must have been breaking some rule, otherwise he would not have told her to stay away. He says as a little girl eleven or twelve years old she was often loitering about the building, where there are nothing but men, and why did not Dr. Biddle give orders to see that she was kept away? Ah. Mr. Biddle, we believe your story is too thin, and we believe you are trying to cover a multiplicity of scandals that were carried on in that institution for years and in order to keep it from the public and defend yourself as being a capable and proper person to handle an institution of this kind, we believe you allowed it to be smuggled. It seems to us that it would be impossible for all these offenses that have been complained of—four or five girls and twelve or fifteen men on the hospital grounds, in the building, auto riding, eating in the dining room, being photographed together, and these photographs handed to the different friends—yet Mr. Biddle, head of one of the greatest institutions in Kansas, was unable to hear or know anything that was going on, yet he admits that this girl was hanging around the institution for five or six years. We think there are lots of things going on that Mr. Biddle does not want the public to know. It seems to me that instead of being a hospital it is turned into a harem, such as would put the Sultan of Trukey and the Khedive of Egypt to shame. All of their victims were grown young women, but not here at the Topeka psylum they resort to children. It has been rumored that Mr. Biddle's resignation was asked for by the board of control at the time that Governor Holges came into office, but through some manipulation of friendship he was kept. It is also rumored that the board tried to have Mr. Biddle resign now, and we hear he was that he not very popular with the employ, and that he can not get the desired results for the reason that they look upon him as being hostile. We think it is the duty of governor Capper and the board of control to get a younger man, one who is modern in the things that he to make up and run an institution like the Topeka Hospital. We think this institution has ```markdown ``` outgrown the usefulness of Mr. Biddle and that he has been there so long that he now thinks he owns the institution and it is the duty of the people of Kansas to demand ha. he be removed and that a sounder man be put in his stead. It is rumored that outrages have been committed upon the inmates of this institution of which the outside world will never know. The only thing to do now is to get an upright, progressive, big-hearted man who can handle his employees, take charge of the institution and give its inmates a square deal. The fact that Mr. Biddle did not know that one of his employees was indicted or that a warrant had been issued, and that he worked ten days after the warrant was issued, and Biddle did not know anything about it, and the fellow was aided in making his escape down a dumb waiter, seems absurd. Now, we ask the public to read Mr. Biddle's story and you will come to the same conclusion that we have arrived at, that the story is too flimsy. He convicts himself when he says that he has seen this girl for five or six years, that she has given him lots of trouble and all this time he has never succeeded in having her stopped. BIDDLE MAKES REPORT ON HOSPITAL SCANDAL Board Transmits It. to Governor Copper Without Comment. Superintendent Absolves Himself of Blame and Declares the Guilty Employees Have Been Discharged. (From the Daily Capital.) (From the Daily Capital.) W. E. Brooks, chairman of the board of control, yesterday filed with Governor Capper the board's report on the investigation into charges of gross immorality on the part of several employees at the Topeka State Hospital. The extent of the board's investigation, according to the chairman's report to the Governor, was a request to Dr. T. C. Biddle, superintendent, to file a written report on conditions. In his report to the board Dr. Biddle calls attention to the fact that all the employees known to have been involved with the colored girls either have resigned or have been discharged, and are not now connected with the institution. The report of Dr. Biddle to the board of good follows: moment: It becomes my unpast duty to report the disgraceful conduct of several of the employees of the Topeka State Hospital in their relation with certain colored girls during recent months. One of these girls, Hadley, lives in a small house adjoining the State Hospital grounds, some three or four hundred feet away from what is known as the Brick building of the institution. Her home has been there during the past five or six years, and during all that time she has been a source of more or less trouble to the management of the hospital. As a little girl eleven or twelve years old she was always loitering about the hospital premises. I have, on more than one occasion, personally ordered her off the grounds and have instructed the outside watchman at different times to drive her away. During the past two her trespassing has been after dark and I have not personally seen so much of her, yet it has been reported to me by the outside watchman on at least two occasions that she was coming onto the grounds and was in the habit of walking on the road which passes on the east side of the hospital ground. He stated his belief that she was receiving some attention or encouragement from men employed in the hospital. "At this time she had formed an association with one or two other TOPEKA, KANSAS, FRIDAY MORNING DEC. 10, 1915. colored girls, and he reported them present together. On each occasion I gave the watchman specific instructions to advise the girls that if they did not keep away from the place I would have hem arrested, and I further instructed him to make a close investigation and report to me the name of any employee who were in any way found associating with them, in order that I might discharge them from the service at once. He, however, failed at any time to make specific report of guilty parties. "This is the history of the affair prior to the complaints that were filed with the county attorney to the effect that several of the employees had been having immoral relations with the girls, and that at least one of the girls had been domiciled on the wards of the building. In this building there are six wards, three in the west wing and three in the east wing. There are two night watchmen on duty, one having supervision of the west wing, and one supervision of the cast wing. William Tillman was the night watchman covering the west wing, and Robert E. Arnold the cast wing. On the night of November 11 it was found that Arnold had not put the night locks on the outside doors of his division, as was his duty, thus allowing easy access to the building from the outside. This fact was reported to me on the morning of the 12th, and I at once discharged him from the service. On the following morning, 13th, John L. Cummings and J. II. Barry declared their intention of leaving the service without notice. Under our rule I paid them the wages due them, deducting fifteen days therefrom, on account of their quitting without contract notice. Assuming that they were leaving because of their connection with the disgraceful affair, I called the sheriff's office and reported that they were going away and if they were wanted an officer should be sent to the insitution once to arrest them. "Shortly following this incident, in the afternoon of the same day, I believe, officers came to the institution with warrants for Joe Elliott, D. E. Deese and Dan Turner. Turner was found and taken to jail. It was found, however, that Elliott and Deese had learned of the presence of the officers and had escaped. In relation to the incident, I desire to report that information came to me that one Garman, the night nurse at the main building, had gone to the cast or brick building and advised Elliott and Deese of the officers' presence. For this I discharged Garman from the service. "On June 28th, 1915, Arthur Davenport and his wife entered the service, he being charge attendant on ward "?" at the main building. He remained until October 6th, 1915, when he and his wife quit the service voluntarily, for the apparent reason that there was domestic trouble existing between the couple. It appears that Davenport owned a Ford automobile which he kept near the hospital grounds, and that he had used this automobile as a "Joy wagon" taking these colored girls and male employees out riding. After leaving hers he was empolyed in the Hastings (Neb) Hospital, and was there arrested and returned to Topeka, and is held on bond. Clifton Davis, who was arrested for assaulting a patient, was employed on the same ward with Davenport and seems to have been implicated in this affair, also. "I in looking back over the whole history of the thing, I do not know wherein I could have been more vigilant in protecting the good name of the institution. I feel that my confidence was especially betrayed by the night watchmen on duty. I can not understand how this could all have been going on and they not have been cognizant of the fact. I think no person connected with the affair is now in the service of the hospital. Trust your." LAWRENCE HAS NEW ELECTRIC RAILWAY Grant K. C. and Kaw Valley Line Will Boom the College Town. Just now Lawrence business men are rejoicing over the commendable progress of the K. C. & Kaw Valley Railroad Co., which now runs from Bonner Springs to Kansas City, and all entertain great hopes that ere many moons it will be operating in Topeka. The road, which is a modern electric affair, runs along the rich and fertile valley of the Kaw, the most productive spot in all Kansas, and the coming of the road into this community has been a blessing to those that live along this richest of rich valleys. It means dollars to the gardeners, because they are able to reach the best market in the world within a few hours after their products have been gathered and prepared for the market. They receive top prices, because their wares are fresh, pure and wholesome. The road is now being extended from Bonner Springs to Lawrence, and it is only a question of a few days before it will be completed. The steel is being laid at the rapid rate of one mile per day, and each mile nearly doubles the value of the land in the vicinity of the road. Already the farmers and truck gardeners are preparing to operate on a more extensive scale, as there will be practically no loss or waste as herefore, as they have the means of getting their products on the mark: almost as rapidly as they can be gathered. This is one of the best constructed and most modern equipped electric railroads in America. The cars are made of the best material obtainable and the style of architecture shows that the designer had nothing upon his mind gave the ease, comfort and convenience of the passengers. They are roomy and well ventilated, cool in summer and warm and comfortable as a palace in the winter. They are nicely finished upon the interior and pretty as the proverbial picture. Christmas shoppers along the line are availing themselves of the splendid opportunity to shop in a large city, as it requires no more time than if they were living right in the city. The Kansas City, Kaw Valley & Western Railway Co. have faith in this, the richest and most productive valley in the country, as is plainly evidenced from the fact that they are spending millions of dollars in the construction of the road, and when completed it will be the finest and best in progressive America. They are giving employment to hundreds of men along the line and pay top wages. The success of this gigantic proposition depends entirely upon the people who will reap the greatest benefit therefrom, and we believe as do the men who are behind the proposition with their dollars, that the people will gladly do all in their power to aid and assist, as it means happiness and prosperity to them. They should fight down foolish legislation intended to hinder the expansion and progress of the road, and be ever ready to work and vote for any proposition that will aid the company in the way of franchises, rates, etc. Through the medium of Populism, which placed Kansas in the poverty stricken class several years ago, we believe the people of this great state have learned well the lesson that corporations of this character operate in our midst to build up, not tear down. The writer had the pleasure of going over this line one day last week. We mule the trip from Kansas City to Bonner Springs, including the part of the road that is being extended to Lawrence. It was a pleasant ride, and we never before admired Kansas as we did on this occasion, especially this section; in fact, we never knew this ground old state hell within her borders such beautiful scenery as lay along the rich valley of the Kaw. We also had the pleasure of meeting the officials of the road, and they spared the time to show us around, explaining every detail of the road's construction and the object of its being built through such a magnificent territory. The following financiers are building and operating the road; Mr. J. D. Waters, president; Mr. Arthur O'Brien, vice president; Mr. K. D. Klemm, secretary-treasurer; Mr. W. R. Tayler, general manager. These gentlemen are some of the country's leading financiers—courteous, polite and obliquing on any and all occasions. They have the proper- ity ad happiness of the people at heart and are investing their great wealth in order to bring it about. They love to hear the hum of wheel, of industry, and delight in seeing happy, well housed, well fed and well clothed children playing in every man's door-yard; and they fully realize that this can be brought about only by giving employment to men and women at a living wage. Mr. K. D. Klemm, secretary-treasurer of the Kansas City, Kaw Valley and Western Railroad, is one of the leading promoters and financiers of the country—thoroughly schooled in the world of business, and knows how to make railroading a paying proposition to both emplies and operators. He has made a life study of big business and is a recognized leader along this line. Personally, he is one of the finest men we ever met—highly educated and a cultured, dignified gentleman, and has won the admiration and respect of rich and poor alike. This standard of manhood is based on moral worth and true character, which has made him popular and loved by all. The Plaineater wishes Mr Klemm and his associates a long, happy, KANSAS CITY, KAN. For many years the reliable Kaufman Market, 532 Minnesota avenue, has been a leader in the meat business, and today his place stands second to none. The Kaufmann market is the equal of any in the West, and no matter what you want in their line they always have it. They are courteous, kind and polite, and appreciate the patronage of colored people. Cal' on them when in need of fresh or cured meats and you will receive a square deal. VICTOR AND CRIPPLE CREEK, COLO. The Booker T. Washington Memorial services at Handy Chapel on the 24th were a grand success. A large program was rendered, which was very interesting. The Junior choir rendered several beautiful selections. Mrs. Fred Hopkins of Irene street still remains very sick. Mr. and Mrs. Allen Harrell were the dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. O. B Tompkins in Colorado Springs on Thanksgiving day. Mrs. George W. Cotwell, who has been visiting with relatives and friends in the East, returned home in the best of health and reports having one wonderful time and sorry to have had to come home so soon. Mrs. Samuel Robinson, one of the old times in the district, departed from this life on November 24th. She leaves a husband and a host of friends to mourn her demise. The funeral was held on Sunday, the 28th. Mrs. Allen Harrell, who has been visiting her parents in Colorado Springs, returned on the 29th and reports having a grand time. The Misses Cave entertained the younger act at a social evening at their beautiful home on Colorado avenue on the 25th. Everyone departed after voting Misses Ruth and Dorothy Cave as being very congenial hostesses. LATHROP, MO. Mr. and Mrs. Harry Hicks spent Sunday in Liberty, guests of Mrs. Lucy Cuppa. The entertainment given by the B. B. Circolo at the A. M. E. church was a decided success, the recipes being $26.95 Mrs. B. F. Miller, as chairman, is a faithful worker in making whatever she undertakes a success. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Whittley of Kansas City were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Hicks last Wednesday. Several of the young folks of the city attered the ball given by the Stock Yard Club in Kansas City last. Price $1 50 Per Year. Wednesday. All report an enjoyable time. Miss Geneva Whitseit returned home Friday from Kansas City after spending Thanksgiving with her aunt, Mrs. Vinning. Miss Mossie Graham spent Wednesday in Kansas City. Mrs. Mary Boggus and daughter spent Thanksgiving in Liberty. Mrs. T. C. Graham and son Junior were shopping in St. Joe Saturday. Mr. John Thatcher and Mr. Lee Legion are on the sick Mist. We wish them a speedy recovery. Mrs. Wm. Madison has returned from the hospital and is improving nicely. Miss Gladys Mabon spent Thanksgiving in Excelsior Springs the guest of her aunt, Mrs. John King. Mr. George Price and Mr. Frank Brown were visitors in Cameron Saturday and Sunday. Mrs. B. F. Miller gave a delightful Thanksgiving dinner in honor of her mother's 70th birthday anniversary. The table was laden with all the delicacies of the season. Grandma Wenton received some nice birthday presents. After spending the day with her children, grand children and great-grandchildren, she returned home, all wishing her many more birthdays. Mr. and Mrs. John Mahion entertained at dinner Thanksgiving Prof. and Mrs. B. B. Tully. Douglas school has electric lights installed at the instigation of the principal and a literary was organized last Friday evening, with the following officers: John Mahion, president; Miss Mossie Graham, vice president; Miss Jessie Madison, secretary; Henry Hillea, treasurer; Miss Effie Miller, journalist. The memorial services for the late Booker T. Washington were held at the Second Christian church East Sunday evening. Mrs. Lydia Evans of Glasgow is visiting her daughter, Mrs. Oddell Miller. Miss Agatha Orcar has returned home from a short visit in Kansas City. Andy, the young son of Mr. and Mrs. Thelps, has been very sick with pneumonia, but is much better at this writing. Quito, a number of Crowesburg people went to Edison last Sunday to attend services. Mrs. N. M. Lowery of Leavenworth was the guest of her daughter, Mrs. Hunt, Thanksgiving, returning home on the 30th. Miss Delois McCleary and Mr. John Wilson were quietly married at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. R. C. McCleary, on December 4, Rov. Cash Bates officiating. Mrs. Mary Robinson's mother and sister were visiting with her last week. Mr. R. R. Howard of Yale spent the week-end with his daughter, Mrs. iArbella Gray. Mr. and Mrs. A. E. Timdoral entertained a few friends Thanksgiving in honor of the 26th birthday anniversary of Mrs. Timdoral. The revival at St. John Baptist church is quite a success. A great number of persons have been added to the church. Rev. J. T. Elias of Pittsburg and Rev. Dr. Skinner of Coffeyville are assisting Rev. L. G. Cooper with the revival. There is great good being accomplished by the cornest efforts of the ministers and Christian co-workers. As a result of the revival quite a number of persons are to be baptized Sunday Dec. 12. The meeting will close December 11. The Mission Sisters are planning on giving a rally in the near future. We ask all the sister churches to please help us. Mrs Mary McEntire was visiting in Croweburg last week. Mrs Anna Malone of Dea Moines, Iowa, was in Croweburg visiting with Mrs. Carmichael a few weeks. She returned to her home Wednesday. December 1. Anyone wishing the Plaindealer should call on Mrs. L. B. Slaughter. Any news handed to her will be carefully given in to print. By THEO. BAUGHMAN, Special Scribe. The Philadelphia representative at Monton, Kane, is that go-ahead man, Mr. J. M. Gross, who owns one of the best homes in that city. It's a tyrant, modern in every respect and those good people belong to that school that strive to make all welcome who visit their palatial homes. Mr. Gross is the trusty employee of the Mk Club, a position he has held for two years—however, Mr. Gross is better known as a memorial artist, having followed the trade for more than 60 years and for 25 years conducted the best shop in Newton. He is a published Christian gentleman, a church member of the C. M. E. church and Past Worshipful Master of the Missionic lodge. He tries to live in life that the young Negro can afford to institute. This man has managed wisely, and besides his palatial home owns another valuable home and lot, two pieces of property at Newton and 40 acres of land in Oregon. He's blessed with an excellent helpmate, Man. Gross is an expert hair worker and recently discovered a wonderful hair grower, "the Morning Glowing," a preparation that works wonder for the hair, scalp, etc. She will put this on the market and will do an extensive small order business. These good people are blessed with a son, Carl James Gross, who is a student of the High School. This young man will graduate this year. The Gross family have a long record for doing things and every move which means the advancement of the race receives their hearty co-operation. One of the worthy men at Newton in Mr. J. W. Anderson, depot master at Newton, and according to the magazine published by the Santa Fe, he's the best on the system. He has been with the company more than 20 years and has won his spars. He owns some of the best property and is fixed for living. Besides a good wife there are two sons and a pleasing daughter. Such people as the Andersons help to give our race some standing. One son is a student in the High School, and the other is an expert tonsorial artist and follows his trade in his home town. The Andersons serve God at the C. M. E. church and are true race builders. The Newton depot, under the careful eye of Mr. Anderson, is the best kept on the system. This speaks great things for our friend Anderson. There are more than one hundred members of the colored race emulated by the Santa Fe Railway at Newton. That's not so bad. The C. M. H. church is a neat structure with a membership of 85. In connection with the church, these people own a good parsonage, and have for a pastor Rev. Eli Toomer, an excellent young man who is desired to take front rank in the min- The Owl Drug Store PURE DRUGS, NOVELTIES, OARBFULLY COMPOUNDED slang our line. "THE BEST $M BOONEVILLE ST." T. H. Garlick & S. ...SANITARY MEAT, CHOICEST OF MEATS. Up-to- every. We Sell Only the B. T. H. GARLICK & SON. Get Your hoes at Weaver The line is one of the lected in Springfield. Price will please you. It feet. If you want Real WEAVER'S East Side Square Nathan Cl The line is one of the largest and best selected in Springfield. The Quality and Price will please you. It's no feat to fit your feet. If you want Real Shoes see us. Nathan Clothing Co., Springfield, Missouri. HOME OF SWELL GOODS at N.plete. What You Need we have pleasure in showing you goods. We vited to visit our store and look on to: "Cheaper Than the Cheapest." Nathan Clothing Co. HOME OF SWELL GOODS at Living Prices. Stock is Complete. What You Need we have it. Polite clerks who find pleasure in showing you goods. The colored citizens are invited to visit our store and look our our stock over. Our motto: "Cheaper Than the Cheapest." isterial ranks of the maze. He's a trained man and the people at Newton are indoored blessed to have such an able man. The church, under the leadership of Rev. Toomer will do a great work for the maze. There are about 25 young Negroes in the High School at Newton, Kane, and from this branch we hope to be able to boast of some truly great men and women. There are quite a few who own good homes and the rose is pulling on along this line. Mrs. Lola Miller, a pleasing little widow, who own a nice home and 80-acre farm in Oklahoma, is Matron at the Santa Fe Station at Newton, Kansas, and gives general satisfaction. She and her little daughter, Bessie, are worshipers at the C. M. H. church and the girl is the Sunday school organist. The Plaindealer has a true friend in the person of Mr. C. W. French at Newton, Kans. He is proprietor of the Bupire Smoke House. There are three up-to-date tables in the billiard hall and two hydraulic chairs in his tenacious parlor. He is one of America's greatest chefs, being employed on the General Superintendent's car, a position he has faithfully discharged for a number of years. His wife is a literary genius and one of the race's leading club women. Ary move which means to make the world better receives their support. Mrs. W. M. Slaughter, a thrifty business woman, is conducting the Royal Cafe and rooming house at Newton. She is "some cook," and those who eat at her place praise her. If you visit Newton she's only one-half block from Santa Fe Station. You can receive a good meal or a place to sleep. See her. The janitor at the post-office at Newton, Kans., is that worthy man, Mr. Jackson Roach, who owns a good home and is a man full of push. He and his good wife are devout members of the Baptist church. When his daughter married he gave her as a bridal present a five-room cottage. That one act speaks for Mr. Roach as a man. We as a race need more men like Mr. Roach. The scribe called on Mr. Geo. E. Payne an employee of the Santa Fe railroad, a position he's held for 15 years, and is one of the best known men with the company. His home is a two-story, very valuable and this good man also owns other good property. They are members of the A. M. E. church and Mrs. Payne is vice president of the N. U. G. Clubs. Mr. Payne owns three blooded horses and his team of chestnut sorrels are as pretty horse as can be found anywhere. Mr. Payne at one time served your uncle Samuel, being second lieutenant in the 23rd Kansas and the 49th U. G. Volunteers and saw service in both Cuba Store, J. T. DUCKWORTH Proprietor. DES, ETC. PRESCRIPTIONS D. See us for what you need FOS THE MONEY." SPRINGFIELD, MO. Son, Phones 735-1580. 410 E. Commercial St. EAT MARKET... Auto-New Service. Prompt De- Best. SPRINGFIELD, MO. Ever's SHOE STORE. The largest and best se- ld. The Quality and It's no seat to fit your Shoes see us. Springfield, Mo. Nothing Co., Living Prices. Stock is Com it. Polite clerks who find The colored citizens are in our our stock over. Our mot t." Springfield, Mo. SANTA Come to the Gift Store in the In every one of this store's seventy Department Gift Things that have been gathered from the few sell at the lowest known cost. Come and inspect your list of gifts—you will find all of them here our four walls. Gifts for Men, Women and Children Useful Gifts—Gifts of Luxury—Gifts for fun only Women and Children. Again we invite you to THE JONES STORE Kansas City's Profit-Sharing the Greatest the Entire enty Departments you will find a wom- ered from the four corners of the Ea- come and inspect the stock. M all of them here under one roof and Men, Women Children gifts for fun only—they're all here for we invite you to come. STORE CO - Sharing Store Come to the Greatest Christmas Store in the Entire Southwest In every one of this store's seventy Departments you will find a world of Gift Things that have been gathered from the four comers of the Earth, to sell at the lowest known cost. Come and inspect the stock. Make up your list of gifts--you will find all of them here under one roof and within our four walls. Gifts for Men, Women and Children Useful Gifts—Gifts of Luxury—Gifts for fun only—they're all here for Men, Women and Children. Again we invite you to come. THE JONES STORE Kansas City's Profit-Sharing Store P. THE REV. DR. W. H. GARNETT. at Newton, representing some of the best colored citizens of that town. They own an edifice worth $2,000, but they own a valuable lot in a select section worth fully $5,000. Cement sidewalks have been built, and these people are planning to erect a modern church in the near future. Rev. Garnett halls from Kentucky and is a polished Christian gentleman. This makes the third time that he has pastored the Newton church, and this last time he has served nine years. home of Mr. and Mrs. Smith Mercomes while we were in the city of Newton, Kans. These people own two very valuable pieces of property, one being used as a residence and the other is occupied by white renters. Mr. Mercomes is a popular Pullman porter and his wife is a very cultured woman, having finished at Lincoln Institute, class of '91. She's of a literary turn of mind and contributes to several leading magazines throughout the country, and is at present competing for a prize that the Independent of New York is offering. Your scribe called at the Mercome residence and was treated very kindly. One of the representative business houses at Newton, Kana, is that of Mr. C. W. Chance, who carries a large The scribe worshiped at Dr. W. H. Carmett's church at Newton, Kun, last Sunday morning. He is a strong Baptist proacher and a race builder—a man whose life has been spent in doing good. It is people elove him because he has proven himself a safe leader, and above all, a Christian gentleman. Thirty-nine years of his life has been spent in the ministry. Our pulpits are safe in the hands of such eminent men. The Baptists number 150 and the Phillippino Islands. Five years of his life were open tas a member of the Ninth U. S. Cavalry. These people are the leaders of our race and we are sorry more of the race do not measure up to the laynes. One of the bush colored homes owned by the race at Newton, Kans., is the Dell residence. It is a two-story residence situated on 5% acres of land and in the city limits. Mr. George Dell is one of the stirring men and holds a position he has held for four years. Mrs. Dell is a very pleasing lady and treated your traveling man courteously. They are members of the Baptist church. They formerly resided at Topeka. It was our good luck to visit the Pays Your R.R.Fare to K.C. No matter where you live, Jones' pays your way to Kansas City, on the basis of refunding 5% of your purchases up to the amount of your round-trip railroad fare. Come to Kansas City to do your Christmas shopping. Come and make Jones' Store your headquarters. Check your parcels and grips here. Use our Rest and Reception Rooms—take dinner or lunch in our Cafe. 2 $ \frac{1}{2} $ to 7 $ \frac{1}{2} \% $ Extra Savings In addition to paying your round-trip railroad fare to Kansas City, Jones' gives you Surety Coupons with all your purchases. These are worth 2½ to 7½% to you and are redeemable in merchandise. They represent a sharing of our profits with patrons. All Street Cars from Union Station going north pass the Jones' Store. en here for Men, stock of shoes of every description and his prices are as cheap as the cheapest. He is a friend to our race and our people like Mr. Chase, hence he enjoys a nice trade among the colored people. When you need anything along his line, visit his store. We visited the A. M. E. church at Newton, Kan., pastored by Rev. H. C. White. This is a neat building with a live membership. Rev. T. M. Reeves of the Colorado Conference is holding a revival meeting at this church, in which much enthusiasm is being manifested. Rev. Reaves is a revivalist of note and the town is experiencing a great spiritual awakening. The pastor, though a young man, is succeeding and the people love him. Your scribe met a thrifty man of our race at Newton who has resided in that town 32 years, is Mr. C. R. Ramey. He is one of the largest property owners of the race at Newton. We called at his good home and, talking with him, we greased that he owned a two sry stone and brick building which is occupied by whites and colored; also the Masons, Eastern, Stars and S. M. T. use his hall as a meeting place. He also owns eight other good rent houses and three farms touching the city limits. Mr. Ramey is a contractor, a great deal of plastering and foundation work have been done by this good man. He has a wife, a woman who is a queen in the home, and they are firm believers in the Negro enterprise. These good people have read the Plain-dealer ten years and are our friends. CALDWELL, KAN. Your scribe called at the home of Mr. and Mrs. L. E. Cunningham at Caldwell and found them located in a nice home. This gentleman is employed by the Rock Island as train porter, a position he has hled for five years, and has won many friends. His wife has just returned from Memphis, Tenn., where she visited relatives. These good people are race lovers and are readers of the Plaindealer. One of the Plaindealer's friends at Caldwell is Mr. E. Noland, a worthy man. He owns a good home, and his good wife is one of our women who know how to scatter sunshine. They affiliate with the Baptist church and are among our best people.. Mr. Noland is Jarditor at the white Methodist church, and he is respected by all. Sister Noland is some cook, because your scribe's "soul b'ars de witness." They are our friends. Rev. J. R. Whitley, one of the strong men in the M. E. church, has been an active minister for forty years and has accomplished a great work for the Master and the race. He is one of our strongest footers and wherever he goes his talks are received with much appreciation. Rev. Whitley is a prepared man and is not only a deep thinker, but is a fluent speaker. He believes in hewing to the line, allowing the chips to fall where they may. Five years of his life was spent in the school room, "teaching the young idea how to shoot." We have very few men who are in this gentleman's class and we are glad to claim him as our friend. In conversation with this gentleman he said the outlook for the race was bright in Oklahoma and that the people were doing exceptionally well in that state. Rev. Whitley will, in a few days, open a mercantile establishment six miles from Dover, and there is no reason why he should not make good since our folks are becoming imbued with the co-opreative spirit, and before long our showing will startle the world. One of your Uncle Samuel's popular mail clerks on the Rock Island railroad from Kansas City to Caldwell is Mr. J. M. Holingsworth, who has been pitching letters for four years. He has a good home at Kansas City and is one of the race's representative men who is helping to make history for our race. Like the majority of Southeners, he is full of push and believes in bringing things about. One of our worthy widows at Caldwell is Mrs. M. J. Otto, who owns a good home in which she conducts an up to date rooming house. She sees to it that everyone is treated right who visits her place. She is a devout member of the Baptist church. Sister Otto is one of the early settlers and has numerous friends in both races. One of the new readers we secured at Caldwell is Mrs. Joanna Barnes, who is conducting a grocery store. Her husband is a thrifty man and owns a good home. They have hogs, etc., and are prepared to live. The store is in their own building, on their own land, and they serve God under their own vine and fig tree. Mr. and Mrs. Barnes have one little girl and they believe in Negro enterprise. We called at Mr. Ed Harris', who for eight years has served as a Rock Island train porter. His good wife has been indisposed for a week or more, but we are glad to say she is recovering. These good people enlisted as yearly readers and do not belong to that class that believes that Negro enterprise can survive on hot air. Mrs. Laura Porter, an excellent widow who owns a good home, is among those who will read the Plaindealer. She has a very interesting family of children, two of her daughters, Misses Floia and Rhoda, being teachers in Oklahoma, one at Dover and the other at Weatherford. These young ladies are the product of the Caldwell high school and are excellent young women. One of the best homes, furnished in excellent style, is that of Rev. Frank Ward, pastor of the M. B. church at Caldwell. He has two sons and three daughters. The boys are train porters on the Rock Island milroad and two daughters are teachers in Oklahoma, one being still a student. This is a representative family who believe in the Negro race doing something. Mr. Golar Ward paid for the Plaindealer for one year. This young man is full of push and sports an automobile. Rev. G. C. Harris, a strong Baptist minister, who lives in a modern home at Caldwell, is successfully pastoring the Second Baptist church at Wellington. He has a nice church and a live membership. In conversation with Rev. Harris, while we were at Caldwell, we ascertained that he had been firing at the devil for twenty years, as that is the length of time he has pointed men and women to the Savior. He also owns a good farm in the state of Oklahoma. In the north part of town he owns four valuable lots. Rev. Harris is one of our men who believes in getting two homes—one not made with hands and one down here. He is a leader worthy of the young Negro to pattern after. The baggagemaster at Caldwell for the Rock Island railroad is Mr. Tom Payton, a man of our race, a position he has held for two and a half years. He has a good home and an interesting family. These good people "spit the blanket" when it comes to serving the Lord, as one is a deep dyed Baptist and the other a is going 40 heaven by the Joba Wee- ley route. One of the popular trainmen at) Caldwell ip Mr. J. F. Chandler, who ewns a real rice home, pre aided over by an accomplished wife. Ofen, Chandler being an expert ca- teress, Their home fe @ good one, and these people know how to make you feel at home. Mr. Chandler hag beem railroading for four years and ts ome of the popular men in the easploy of the Rock Isand, They read our paper, and pay for it, am@ do mot believe in talking abewt Negro enterprise and not put- ting a coms in to help them go. Mr. Chsadier is an expert musician and has beem a music teacher for many years, He haa eome of the best people im town an his students, and this gear the public schools appoint- ed hime to instruct on stringed in- stemments, Me is a painstaking in- strecter and his work haa placed hie in the front ranks along that line. One of the popular ladies of Texas has keen visiting at Caldwell for some thae, in the person of Mrs, M, J. Vemson, whose husband, Mr. Ben Venson, is a popular Rock Istaud porter. These good people are friends to our traveling agent and bare some class to them. Mrs. Vemwon is a seamstress and pos- Bogses many aitainments. She will im the near future reside in Topeka. We weleome these people in ad- ‘vamee, as they will add greatly to Tepika society. Gommencing with the next issue, we will take up Oklahoma, and our write-ups will be brisk and Mllustra- ted with cuts. Our “Land of Promise” articles from now on will be eye-openers, and we hope to make this feature of the Plaindcaler 1 caveby enc, indeod. Look for them, as they will be worth while, The firel towne to cppear will be Enid Heracesey, Glover, Kingfisher, E Rero, Ch ckasha, et al. We will at tempt te visit every town in Okla homa, aad we trust to come fe towel with every Negro doing gormething. The Country Club Saloon Telephone 621. Wameus “Country Club” on tap— Omelee Wincs and Liquors, DRYDALE, KISSOUDI. Kaufman's flarket alMann S walxel, ..Gaod Meats.. —Heve Mace Semage and Lard a— Hpeclat;—trceh Fish Daily. Wosue Phone West 322. &82 Minnesota Avenue. KANSAS CITY, KANSAS. en a PLEASANTON, KAN, Tee A. M. E. church of La Cygne gave a supper Thanksgiving night and the folowing from here attend ed; Mr, and “rs, G. U. Arnold, Messrs. Hinry ‘Taylor, Jamcs Mor- tem and Ed Pritchett, Misses Marie Smith ant Elizabeth Carter, and Bfes, Mary Smith, All report a fime time, Misscs Ever Morton, Essil and Evangeline Lacey went over to But- ler Thursday. ‘They returned home Sanday, Mrs, Cela Morton went to La Cyeno Wats ty to visit her davghter, Mrs, annie Wilson. PWye Lizzie Wilson came down frow La Cygne Friday to visit her sister, Mra, Georgia Smith, Mrs, Georgia Smith and son, Mar. yim Greene, went to La Cygne Wed- nenday to visit relatives and friends, Master Floyd Fine came home Suaday from Independence, Kan. where for a week he had been visit: ing tis uncle and nunt, Mr. and Mra. Pink White, Mr, Bertie Fine has been quite siek for the past week, but ta now jmeproving. VINITA, OKLA. J.D, Davia came down Friday from Welch to stay over Sunday with relatives, Presiding Elder Bo A. Hubbard has planned to hve in Vinita. Mov Drovkhe of Boley passed thr ney (te a ty Sunday enroute to Ghard, . Mina Juamta Andrews was fn from White Ork Saturday. T. Lynch of Ketchum is In_ the city. H. Martin of Ketchum wes In the city Friday A. Rider woe out to his farm on Lightening Wednesday. Father Birthright died Tuesday and was buried Wednesday, Every doy mourns the Joss of such a good man. He was born during the War of 1812, He leaves many relatives BEREAN OO MINSTER S TY : a) And Towel 7 | Martin’s Laundry ""° "Supply | ees ee ; : 1008 Minnesota Ave. ; Both Phones West 345. | fe ; First Class in All Its Departsments. 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Smith, presiding elder of this district, was m the city Tues- dsy. Prof, Vayne wes in fhe city Monday looking after the interests of the band. Mr, Philip Richardson is still im- proving after a serious attack of preumonia, The Baptist church was without a minister Sunday. Oliver Bradicy and aon Brown spent Sunday in Icla, Mr. Sonnie Hale spent the week: end in Nevada, Mo. Mre. Clark returned Tuesday after spending Thankagiving wit! her mother, ‘Mrs. Bundon, at Colum: bus, Kan. Rev. Barret and hig co-workers are wann'ng great thing for the Ne: grocs of this city, Let us all ren dor our support and not knock against them, Mr. Bunch reported for work a the Orlental Hotel Saturday nigh’ after a two woeks’ vacation, A number of people attended th Masunic convention in Parsons Mon day and Tuesday. On Inst Saturday Mrs. Lewis en tertained Mrs, Kizer, Mrs. Tucke: and the Misses Mattie and Netti Todwater at a New England dinner Rev. F, I, Hammonds preachec hls farewell sermon at the Baptis church Wednesday night and et th Methodist church Thuraday night. A freight train bumped into Jack son Kounes’ car and now he ha s2veral patches on his face. Mra. Mary Johnson will underg an operation at Harrison's hospital Wo trust that it will be successful Mrs. Tucker and Misses Netti and Mattie Todwater of Kansa City, Kan., spent Thanksgiving wit | Mr. and Mrs. Kizer. Mr, Jackson Kouns spent Thanks giving with relatives in Topeka. | Mr, Bert McCormack butchere four hogs last week. Mr. Benjamin Hors spent Sur day in Parsons. Mrs. Maddox entertained Mrs Tucker and the Misses Todwater ¢ Kansas City at a six o'clock dinner ‘}it was un cliborate three cours affair. Quite a number of young peop ate planning to spend the holiday out of town. Tho Busy Bee Club met with M ‘}nnd Mra. Duglass on Jast Frida evening, The evening was spel in music and games and at a la °} hour light refreshments were serve t] Mr, Harvey Martin Is on the alc list. 1] On tast Wodnesday morning Mr -| Pred Harria reecived a phone ca ®] from Independence, Mo., statir 4] that her mother was seriously il tl Mrs. Harris left that evening f Independence, We trust that h d} mother’s illness will not prove fats -| Both churches were well attend ¢] Sunday, notwithstanding the Bapt! church was wihout a minister. B} Mrs. Tucker and Sfisses Nett Tland Mattle Todwater returned Kansas City after having spe Nn! Thanksgiving in the city. OLDEN, HO. Lincoln school will begin indua- trial work this coming week, in the line of basketry, Each one ia de- lighted with the prospect, What makes the school eo proud over it ig the fect that they worked in thelr concert with might and main, They reaped thelr reward and are now ready o enjoy it, Many glad hearts among the pepils beat with joy as they viewed the big bundle of raffia at the teachers’ homq last Sunday. Mesdamos Daisy Ferriil, James Blair of Centerview ani R. Johnson of Warreasbung attended lodge in Holden Saturday. Rev, Win. Duncan and wife of Chilhowe wore visitors in our city Saturday. Mr. Lewis Clay, one of our enter- prising citizens, met with a very painful accldont Wednesday morn- ing, while gathering corn in Kings- ville) Me. Mr. Clay stepped on the spoke of the wheel, as his team started wp, throwing him on a atub of corn stalk, injuring the muscles of his tack. Word was sent here to Mr. Clay’e wife, who !mmediately went after him and brought him home. We has been in bed ever since under the care of a doctor. At this writing he is resting easy. We truly hope he will goon recover and be up and around again. Mr. Forest Berry came home Sun. day from Warrensburg. Mr. Tony Adkins is better at this writing. The Mievion Circle met Friday night at Mrs, Barbara Dodd's and had a pleasant and successful even: ing. Church meeting of the Baptist church was held at Mr. James Ew: ing’s Thursday evening to promote the interout of the church. Mr, Alono Walls of Chilhowe wai a visitor in Holden Saturday, Miss Lizzie Hill of Kansas Cits ts visiting her father and mother, at Blackwater. | Mrs. Myrtle Duncan of Kansas City, Mo., is visiting Mr. and Mrs. {Henry Murray, of this city. Little Christopher Jacobs is stil on the sick list. Mr, John Harlow has been look jing for his better half to arrive th past week. Wonder is he getting lonesome fa hia bachelor quarters’ '| Nothing has been seen of him thi | past two days. You can never tell When you want the news, read thc i Plaindealer. It it is not in there didn't happen. ; Young man, make good now Don't wait till you are old, or Joir the Song ef Rest. , Parents, do you know that educa tion is power? Do you know that i : is the key to success If 50, kee] that boy or girl in school ever; ,| day, Sacrifice for them, s0 that it : our old age they will be prepares to fight bfe’s battles and make ; living for you. ‘| Misa Maud C, Ewing is hom ‘trom Kansas City visiting her pa CHETOPA, KAN. Mra, Harvey Green of Muskogee uisited relatives here last week, Mr. and “Mrs, Josse Patterson, Mrs, N. Holmes and Mr. W. Frazier attended the annual meeting of the Mosaics, which convened at Parsons, Kan., and report 9 glorious meeting. Prof. J. A. Holden, Prof. Lan- caster of Coffeyville, and other gen: tlemen of mark visited the city schools while in Parsons and report ‘of the excellent work by the pupils and instructors. Sirs, Birse A. Dial is indisposed Mills @ ‘ pe The Store of the Christross Spirit bi ee e as Slippers at “The Big Store Greer: all sizes in all styles now—and there probably won't be a week or s0 hence—therefore NOW'Sthe time to buy. Women's Felt Julieta tn dark Best felt Julieta tn rown, an grey and m Baek recess. DELOO fine oY $1.50 Felt “Comfy” slippers in light De Lux “Comfy” slippers in lav- and dark blue, red and $ ] 2 5 ender, wine ‘and ar 2.00 WINE ve veceeeeeees light and dark blued . . ‘ Children 8 Wicture “Comfies” in red and “Puss in Boots” Comfies of red blue; sizes 81% to 11, $1.00; 1 felt; sizes 814 to 11, $1.50; sizes 111%, to 2, $1.25. sizes 1114 to 2, $1.76. Men's sa tue wi "a "al f br: f tan k 150, Maney felts th ott, peaded soles; 31.15, 3200, ” ania warm und comfortable; l 50 Men’a Faust style slippers of finest all ace NOW cessed . fam Kid ceeccsecesecee eens S200 Men's epera and Everett atybe alip- (Shoe section—Main eer.) . 7 . Big Salary Paid to honest men and women; steady work year reund; make frem $60 to $125.00 per month. No experi- ence necer.ary; deputies wanted for wvery county in the state of Kansas. Write for ig folder and terme J. H BRANDON, Deputy Supreme Grand Manter, Kan- Territory and Jurisdiction. O41 No Weehita St Wiehita, Kas, ut this writing, We hope for Mrs. Dal an early recovery. Miss Louise Morgan, who has been il), is convulesccnt. Mr. end Mrs, Teal are the proud parenta of a baby boy, who camo to their home lust week. Mr #, MHudlin visits the cast part uf town just as often—as posible. Mra. George Roberts and Mre, J, Bissett were visiting Friday after- noon, Mrs, John Newnan was also calling on friends. Mra, F, G, Porter ef Prtteburg is wisiting home folks, | A little son came to Mr, and Mrs. John R, Wilson, He's a Wison— not Woodrow—dut a fine little man The correspondent will be pleased to have your items pubtished if you will send them to her, Thea don’t blame anyone, There will be given im the ear future a program eonsisting of se- lectiona from only classic authors of ‘sur roce. Gems from Douglass, Booker T, Washington, the jate Paul Lawrence Dunbar, and from Mine. Gertrude Fisher of Parsona, Kan, Her pleeca have been quoted at our recitals and rank among the first. We can speak highly of this lady a8 a poetess, who livea 80 near, We appreciate her, Mre, Holden and children are vis- iting her parents for a few days, Messrs, WMerbert Alexander, Ray Minnifield and Leroy Lydle, who visited here o few Sundays ago, are expectod to visit again soon, Mesdamea Robert Dial and Davie aiy “There will be no more pecans.” “irs, Wheeler of Fredonia is dom- Sciled nt the Powell home, Mrs, Powell Is a lady of merit and truly understands making her home pleasant for her roomers, The young boys and girls are busily preparing for the holidays, There will be several functions during the holidays, Mr, Newton Edmunds of Danville, ‘Hl, is expoested home on thet “big day, December 27.” Remember the day, Menday. —a——— TABORIAN NEWS. Leavenworth, Kan., Dec. 6, 1915. ‘To the Plsindcaler; ‘The Knights ead Daughters of thin distriet are doing fac. We have paid all ef ew Taborman tax (it was all paid ia by Ootober 9), Our sick list ia lows mow thea it has beea for nome time, At our jomt mecting October 20 we deckded to divide osr Knights and Davghters iato four elabs of 50 mombers each, with a saptain for cach chub, te get the money together that we borrowed from the Grand ‘Temple aad Tabernacle when we im- prove eur park. ‘The same will be due in Avgast, 1916. We will be ready thea—Sf the Lord will permit Capt, Geo. Walker's guards are ‘strimpg to be {a position to take the firat blood at the gread eessior in 1916. ‘They went down to Kansas City, Kem., om the Sri of October and made a good impression on the people asd made the other drill teams take notice, So [ warn all other teame to get busy, ‘The barial committee at our joint ection veportes mosey in bank $101,30, whieh gives almost enougk for two burlals on hand, Usder the ‘the new plas we get @ $75 burial fo1 $60 cosh, Respectfully, J. G, BURDETTE, D. D. G, M, Diet. No, 2. 421 Third Ave., Leavenworth, BETHEL, KAN. My. and Mes. Riley Coran have moved to Quimdero for the winter, Mrs, Wade Gcott is om the sick list this week, Rev, and Sire. Enyard of Kansas City were puesta of the Gleaners' Bivle atudy class Thernday evening. ‘Thoy were gues et the home of Mra, Permra ‘Ihompron Friday, leaving in the afternoon for Hora- nif, where Rev. Enyurd apent Gat- urday hunting, On Sunday he con- ducted quarterly meeting at Zion A. M. E church. The condition of Mre, Even Bai- ley, who haa been sick at the home of Mrs, Tilford Davis, Jr, in Kan: sas City, has become of such a seri ous nature as to necessitate her re- moval to Douglass hospital. Mr, Ralph Wortham and Mise Lo- rene Tasweld of Kansas Cty, Mo, wo =~ OA NY were guosta ut the heme ef Gd. Dennis S, Thormpsom Sunday. Mr. and Mre, Thomas Grochett have begun work on thelr sesidembe Mrs, Nellie Porter ta M® at the home of Mr. aad Mre. Bua Onreen in Kansas City, Undertaker Johm W. Jomea of Kansng City, who is always em the look out for now oppostundtios, is uxperimenting with a new venture, which we cam not veuch fer belsg as profitable as his present business On Saturday, together whth the genial Horace Dwiggime, ad the home of Mr, and Mrs. I. ¥, Brows they butchered @ hog each Sov tiear- selves, Judging from thetr dhserfel mood, we suspicion that beth may In time come to enjoy thetr new ou dertaking, Mr. Tolliver Thompson % net much better dhis week, Mr, Oliver Talbot of Woleets vie ited friends here Suaday. At the Oak Ridge Beptiat chuvek there wes a fairly good attendance at the Sunday echool, which ia grew ing in interest each week In fi evening thore wae testhnosdal meet Ing preceding the administering of the Sacrament of the Lord’s Supper Rev. B. H. Harrison and Wilda Garrison aselated Rev, Houstom a the officers. Prayer meeting ever; Twesday evening. Saturday eves ing, December 11, the Minsion Ctrel: will give eo “hard tirace’”’ seelal A prize will be given for the rag gedeat person in attendance, ‘ MAPLE HILL, KAN, Rev. B, C. Duke of Tupela at tended the social here Saturds; evening, Mijas Malinda Thompson ef Te peka spent Saturday, Sunday ane Monday visiting wh Uncle Shalb) Oliver and family. Messrs. Wooda and Boyd ef Me Farland attended the sOcial here Saturday evening, Those who attended the Thanks giving supper at Puxico at the Bap thet church were Mrs. T, Boltes and daughter Velma, Mies Ros Scoot, Mr. Alwayn Smith, Glen Smith, Clayton and Pryntoa Wal- lace, Edgar Oliver, Marion Wallace and family and Mrs, E. Anderwen All reported a fine time, Mrs, McCrutchen and gravd- Jaughter, Mise Ages McCrutchen, of Wabaunsee, were th guests of Mre H. Helem Thanksgiving. Mrs. Anaie Miller spent Saturday {a Topeka, “Ss GOS Som! SBA he det) ay fre Be 5 ie, we) ae mattered at the Postoffice at Topeka as Second Class Mail Matter. BROKLESS DRIVING. It seems to us that if an automobile driver had time to yell at someone to look out, that that same driver has time to stop his machine before killing some one. In the past few months there have been several persons killed or masmed by auto drivers, and so far not a single one has been punished for his or her criminal negligence. If these drivers kept well within the limits of law as regards speed none of the accidents reported could have happened. Many of these drivers toot their signals, but keep up their fast speed and if people don't get out of their way, the driver loses his temper and tries his beat to hit the object of his fended hatred. The law should be made so strict that any automobile driver injuring a person should pay heavy damages; and if they kill a person, the penalty should be fixed at life imprisonment. Such a law would make these drivers look where they are going and keep an over watchful eye ahead. We have soon drivers on Kansas avenue, on Saturday nights especially, when the streets are crowded, going at 15 or 20 mile an hour clip, darting around corners at a speed that they could not check their machines if they so desired. Fix the law and not the penalty as above and no speed laws will be necessary. FINES TEA AND LUNCH ROOM 106 West Elm St., Wichita, Kan. Will serve early breakfasts to enable all to secure a good hot meal before going to work. SHORT ORDERS AT ALL TIMES MRS. T. W. FINE, Proprietress. On Saturday, November 29, Joe Emilhel Robinson, a likely colored lad, 16 years of age, of Wellington, Kan., was accidentally shot, from the effects of which he died Wednesday, November 24, at 4:30 o'clock. The funeral occurred from the second Baptist church, Rev. Drewster officiating. Young Robinson had been hunting and on returning home met some white youth, and while playing with him the gun was accidentally discharged, the load of shot inflicting a wound in the right lung which caused death. Before dying, Joe professed a hope in Christ, and told all that the Lord had blessed his soul. He was a student in the high school (second year), and a likely boy indeed. His parents, Mr. and Mrs. C. M. Robinson, have the sympathy of all in their dark hour of grief. HIAWATHA. KANS. Rev. R. E. Harper, pastor of the A. M. E. church, has taken up his work again with renewed energy since his return from Leavenwortu, where he and his family have been visiting with relatives, during which time the Reverend assisted Rev. C. R. Runyon with a successful series of meetings. Recent visitors in town for Thanksgiving were; Mrs. Ruford and children from Kansas City, Kans., visiting with Mrs. Ruford's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Graves; Mrs. Allen and children of Ottawa, Kans., visiting with relatives; Mr. and Mrs. Milington of St. Joseph, Mo. Mr. Wathal was on the sick list, but is now fairly on the way to recovery. A musical program was rendered at Postoffico hall Thanksgiving evening under the auspices of Mr. John Hughes for the benefit of the A. M. E. church. After the program light refreshments were served by the Stewardesses. Besides having a pleasant time a neat sum of $18 was collected. Hlawatha is favored with a few colored men engaged in paying occupations. Mr. Jno. Hughes, who is a pioneer in the city, runs a successful Pantatorium and may be seen buzzing around town in his Ford auto on his sartorial duties. Mr. Walber Graves is doing well in his tonsorial establishment. Mr. Otis Graves is senior mail carrier in the city. Mr. Jno. Adams is an operator at one of the moving picture shown. CARTHAGE MO. The children, parents and teachers feel that they can not do enough to show their appreciation for their modern school building, which was dedicated March 29, 1915. The school is being made the social center for our community. The fourth Friday night of every school month a rhetorical program is to be given by one half of the children enrolled, after which there will be an address by some noted speaker. Each program has been a record breaker and the attendance is larger each time. The speakers so far have been Supt. S. H. Wood, Prof. F. L. Clark, principal Joplin school, and Mrs. Emily Newel Blair, the popular magazine writer. The second Tuesday night of each school month is to be given to the Parent-Teachers Association, which was organized three months ago, with the following officers: H. V. Wallace, president; Mrs. Archie Brown, vice president; Miss Froda L. Robbins, secretary; Mrs. Hattie Vernon, assistant secretary; Mrs. Effio Dale, corresponding secretary; R. W. Penn, treasurer; Mrs. H. V. Wallace, musician; Miss Heien Young, assistant; advisory board: Granville Webb, Milton Minor, Andrew Patterson, G. W. Patterson, Ralph Tinnon and Archie Brown. The three meetings have been very helpful to both teachers and parents. A regular line of work is planned and is bringing much better results than was expected. Most of the parents are active members and many public spirited citizens are lending their co operation. This association has promised a medal to the best girl speaker who enters the contest to be given in the spring. The Alumni Association, of which Isaac Beechum, Jr., is president; Edyth Barrett, vice president; Helen Young, secretary; Millard Evans, treasurer and Fritz Brown, sergeant-n-arms, has promised to give a medal to the best boy speaker who enters the spring contest. 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About sixteen men and boys, both white and colored, went out for a jack rabbit chase last Saturday. In all thirty-six rabbits were caught, but the most of them were "bunnies." Profs. Wallace, Clark and Penn were about played out when a friend passing by in an automobile brought them to town. The Knitting Club of which Mrs. Amanda Ross is the instructor will have some excellent work for Christmas present. They meet once a week. (First published in the Topocha Plaindale, Friday, Dec. 2, 1918) STATE OF KANSAS, BILAWNES COUNTY, 88 In the matter of the Estate of John Calvin, lie of Shawnee County, Kansas. NOTICE OF ATTORNEY. Notice of Attorney for Shawnee County, Kansas, duly appointed Administrator of the estate of John Calvin, late of Shawnee County, deceased. All parties informed in said estate will take notice and govern themselves accordingly. ST. JOHN. KAN. New Hope Baptist and Bethel A. M. E. churches appropriately observed Thanksgiving. Both churches realized handsome sums for their weighty obligations. Rev. Thomas has been absent for some time conducting a meeting at Jetmore. Quite a number from Hutchinson, Pratt and Kinsley observed Thanksgiving here, both Thursday and Friday. Mrs. Hill remains rather feeble, but Sylvester Rich is up and around reading his new Bible, presented him by one of the resident ministers of the city. He also seems to cherish Mrs. Eddy's Science and Health along with his new Bible. If Rev. Thomas does not stay at home more, he may be minus Mrs. Thomas some day when he returns after a long absence. OSAWATOMIE, KAN. On Friday evening, December 3, Rev. Holmes, Dorsey Green and Mr. Calhoun, all of Kansas City, came down on a hunting trip. They were met at the train by C. C. Dryden, who took them to his home for the night. The next morning they started out on their hunt accompanied by C. C. Dryden, John Mc Hughes, Tom Martin and George Benton. 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He owns a lovely ten room modern home at 2522 Michigan avenue, Kansas City, Mo., where he and his good wife reside and are of the race's best people. ```markdown ``` On Saturday night, Nov. 27, Mr. James Claybourne, an attache of the State House, was run into and seriously injured by a driver of an auto delivery wagon for the Mutual Laundry. Mr. Claybourne was driving the fine horse of Mr. Jeff Johnson, and when he saw the brilliant lights of the machine bearing in his direction, he turned into the carbing, but the daredevil driver, entirely on the wrong side of the street, with lights beaming full upon the horse, wagon and man, bore down upon the helpless victims, severely bruising the horse and rendering the man unconscious by throwing him headfirst out of the wagon. It's a wonder Mr. Claybourne's neck was not broken in the fall. --- The Senior Literary Club convened at the home of Mr. and Mrs. A. G. Hugan on Monday, December 6, at 8 p. m. Quite an interesting program was rendered. A paper on "The Birth of a Nation" was read by Mrs. A. Bigbee, followed with the discussion of the subject by many members of the club, among whom were Miss Estola Jones, Messrs. Archie Bigbee and Queenery. The arguments pro and con were clear and to the point. The ladies of the church are busily engaged preparing for a Christmas dinner to take place at the Calvary Church on Wednesday, December 15, at 6:30 p. m. Dinner, 25 cents. All are cordially invited. The superintendent and the teachers of the Sunday school are preparing a fine program for the children, to come off on Christmas. In real treat is in store for all. Management Announces Important Change to Bigger and Better Program, Beginning Monday, December 20th. This from the pen of H. O. Abbot, manager of the Apex Theater, to all friends and patrons of the theater: We are going in for the big stuff, big features, big attendance, big satisfaction to our patrons. We have been operating at a loss for the past six weeks. We haven't had your support. But we don't blame you. We blame OURSELVES. We haven't been showing you the right pictures. We thought we were, but we were not, or we would have had your steady support. So we are going to make some changes in our policy and are going to make a stronger bid for your patronage. In a sense this is our show, but in a much larger sense it is your show, and we want you to feel that way about it. We realize fully that our success depends upon how well we please you. So we have decided to go in for the big things of filmdom. Instead of six changes of program we are going to offer you four changes. Most of you can not come six days per week and we have concluded that it would be better to offer you four cracking good programs of better films than six good ones of only fair films. You will agree with us on this point, won't you? Our new service will include Charlie Chaplin comedies, Essanay westerns, with Broncho Billy (G. M. Anderson), the king of the Westerners; Henry B. Walthall, the world's greatest emotional actor, and countless other big men and women of the movies in the newest and best pictures as produced by the General Film Company, the producers of the biggest programs in filmdom. We shall offer as usual on Mondays "The Broken Coin," that great serial featuring Francis Ford and Grace Cunard, which from all indications will outclass anything we have heretofore offered. In addition to it we shall also offer two selected feature subjects. On Tuesday and Wednesday we shall have a two-day run of "big drama," two or three reels of exceptional merit, sometimes a Chaplin comedy, sometimes a big Western, detective, romance or human interest story coupled with a good, clean comedy or drama. "The Diamond From the Sky" will be shown on Thursdays instead of on Fridays, as heretofore. It is hoped that more of you will take advantage of the opportunity to see this absorbing serial, which in the opinion of many contains more of the novel and a greater richness of plot than any continued picture on the market. Thursday's program will be fully rounded out with carefully selected comedy and drama of the better kind. On Friday and Saturday we shall offer another two-day run of the kind of pictures that proved so popular during the first year of our operation. "Broncho Billy" will be our week-end hero very frequently. In addition to these Essanay Westerns, the best produced, we shall from time to time offer old time Indian plays, thrilling railroad stories and stirring military productions. This, in brief, is a general outline of the program we are planning to offer beginning with the week of December 20th, and which we are confident will prove much more popular than our present program. We desire through the columns of this paper to extend a most hearty invitation to our many friends and patrons to visit us and critically review our new program. We shall appreciate your telling us just what you think of it. If it pleases you, tell us. If only a part of it pleases you, tell us. If you don't like it or any part of it, we are just as desirous that you tell us that, too, for it is only by your expression that we can know just how our efforts strike you. Our usual admission fee of five cents will be charged for all regular program offerings, and only on very special occasions will we ask 10 cents, and at such times you will know positively that the feature is sad out of the ordinary and that the raise in price will be occasioned by the very high rental price that such attractions demand. When possible we shall be pleased to comply with special requests for pictures which you may have heard of or may have seen elsewhere. We shall appreciate any suggestion that will tend to the betterment of this theater and if practical we will gladly adopt them. We want you to feel that this is your theater, that the pictures shown are for your entertainment, and assure you that we are going to do even more than we have been doing to make this theater as good as any, anywhere. The Grim Reaper's Toll Mr. O. H. Sanderson, one of Topeka's best known and highly respected citizens, died at his home on West street Tuesday after a prolonged illness Mr. Sanderson was severely burned in an explosion several years ago, the effects of which he never fully recovered, and hastened the cause of his death. He was about 60 years of age, and for years has been engaged in the painting and paper hanging business, of which he made a success, and to his memory along this line, Topeka has several young experts along this line who gained their knowledge through Mr. Sanderson. He was a good, honest, upright gentleman and a devout Christian, being a member of Shiloh Baptist church, from which the funeral was held. He is survived by a wife and sister, Mrs. Albert Hall, of this city, and a number of other relatives. Peace to his ashes. Mina Grace Ware. The many friends of Miss Grace Ware were shocked and grieved to hear of her untimely demise, which occurred Sunday at her home on College avenue. She was in apparent good health until about ten days ago, and then her illness was not considered serious, but fate decreed otherwise, and at the time stated, her soul was wafted to the God who gave Always bright, happy and cheerful, she lived a life that made her many good, warm friends, and wherever she went her presence brought joy and sunshine. Miss Ware was a conscientious Christian being a member of St. John A. M. E. Church, from where the funeral was held Monday, conducted by Rev. F. Jesse Peck, the pastor. Deceased was born in Topeka about 30 years ago, and lived here all of her life. Miss Ware was to have been married within a few weeks. Deceased was a daughter of M. W. B. Ware, of Chicago, who was present at the funeral. --- Mr. Boe Reavley. an old and respected citizen died Tuesday and was buried yesterday. He was an honored member of the Odd Fellows lodge under whose auspices the funeral was held. Mr. Reavley was an honest, industrious citizen and many friends mourn his demise. He was about 65 years of age. Master Leonard Hardiman. Monday morning at 10 o'clock, Leonard, the 7-year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Hardiman, 1417 Jackson street, passed to a higher life. He was one of the brightest and manliest little boys we ever knew, but it is written, "Suffer little children to come unto Me," and while our hearts have been deeply touched over his seemingly untimely demise, we must yield to He that knoweth and doeth all things for the best. Little Leonard will be greatly missed not only by his playmates, but by all who knew him. Funeral services were held Wednesday morning from the residence, the Rev. F. Jesse Peck officiating. The bereaved parents and relatives have the sympathy of the community. RESOLUTIONS. Resolutions adopted by the Junior Stewardess ladies of St. John's A. M. E. church, in which Miss Grace Ware was a devoted member, holding the office of vice president at the time of her death: Resolved, That in the loss of Miss Grace Warc, we the Junior Stewardess Ladies of St. John's A. M. E. church, feel that we have lost a dear, devoted member. She was one that was always willing to do her duty, assisting in every undertaking the board was engaged in. There was never a time that she was able to assist in anything that she was not willing to do so. Just two weeks ago the Junior Stewardess board met in her home with her, in the last meeting for the month of November. There we found her just as cheerful as usual, although she had been suffering with some of the symptoms of the dreadful disease which ended her life, and in speaking of her condition would remark that it was only a little cold that she had taken and she would on be all right. She was ambitious, only complaining a little. We loved Grace and her presence in our board meeting will be missed and her voice will not be heard anymore, but if we are faithful we will meet her again in the celestial city, heaven, where parting will be no more. Sleep on, dear Grace, sleep on. MILS CALLIA PACE, Sec. Some eight or nine weeks ago a gentleman rushed breathlessly into this office and said he wished to speak to someone with whom he could make a contract for a job of printing, and when informed that he was speaking to one clothed with that authority, a look of satisfaction lighted his countenance. He began: "Well, you see, I'm a traveling salesman now—representing one of the leading firms of the country, and I MUST have some business cards at ONCE." "Well, Reverend," replied the printer man, "we are rushed right now, but I'll lay aside this job I am working on and accommodate you." "Very well," replied the man of God, "I'll call this afternoon or the first thing in the morning." The job was ready within an hour after the preacher-salesman departed and although this has been some eight or nine weeks ago, "in the morning" has never dawned, and our cash for stock, ink, labor and power is tied up in the deal. If any of our readers happen to run across a preacher-salesman, we will deem it a great favor if they will tell him that it is "in the morning" and his business cards are ready Pardon or Parole. Ntice is hereby given that Chas Arthur Patton of Topka, Kansas, who was convicted in the District Court of Shawnee County on the 26th day of September, —, and who was sentenced to imprisonment in the state penitentiary for a term of not less than one to seven years, for the crime of horse stealing, has filed in the office of the Governor of the state of Kansas his application for pardon or parole, as may seem fit, and that such application will be for hearing and determination before the Governor at Topka, on the 29th day of December, at two o'clock, when and where any person may appear to show cause, if any he has, why such application should or should not be granted and an unconditional pardon, or a parole, be granted said C. A. Patton. (First Published in the Topcka Blaendeber, Friday, Nov. 19, 1915.) In the Court of Topcka, Shawnee The State of Kansas, to E. Souders, Greeting: You are hereby notified that you have been sued in the above entitled action by E. E. 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There will be a meeting in T peka of the Executive Committee on December 8th at which time the literary program will be arranged. All program numbers and all membership fees must be in the hands of the Corresponding Secretary or before Dec. 1st. New societies are admitted on the payment of $1.50. Societies enrolled at the last session are required to pay only $100. The oratorical, original music original poetry and declamation contests will be held on the night of December 30th. It being a quarter of a century since the organization of the Association, an effort is being made to make the event worthy of the occasion; and to this end, the co-operation of the citizens, and all literary societies within the jurisdiction of the Association are earnestly requested to do more than usual in contributing to the program, and to the occasion generally. Persons desiring accommodations for this session can obtain the same by writing Mrs. Kate Wickliff, 325 H. West St., or Mrs. I. B. Perker son, 405 13th St. West, Hutchinson, I.ans., Committee on Homes son, 405 Thirteenth St. West, Hutch-For any further information, ad dress the undersigned. MRS. ELLA M. GUY, Cor. Secretary. 410 Kansas avenue, Topeka, Kans Exchanges please copy. (First published in the Topeka Plain'n'Leaker, December 10. 1915.) Notice of Hearing of Application for Harden or Hands Notice is hereby given that A. L. Mason of Dallas, Texas, who was convicted in the district court of Shawnee County on the 6th day of December, 1913, and who was sentenced to imprisonment in the state penitentiary for a term of not less than one or more than five years, for the crime of grand larceny, has filed in the office of the Governor of the State of Kansas his application for pardon or parole, as may seem fit, and that such application will be for hearing and determination before the Governor at Topeka, on the 27th day of December, at 10 a. m. o'clock, when and where any person may appear to show cause, if any he has, why such application should or should not be granted and an unconditional pardon, or a porole, be granted said A. L. Mason. A L MASON Petitioner. PEOPLE'S DRUG STORE. Use HAIR VIM, New Hair Dressing, 25c. Hot Chocolate, Candy, Cigars. Prescriptions called for and delivered. Phone 788. Let The Plaindealer tell you the news of the race that happens in this broad land of ours. PHYSICIANS AND SURGEONS DR J M. JAMISON—327 Madin St Special diseases Phone 959 DR. J. LOUIS RANSOM, Physician and Surgeon, 409 Kansas Ave. Phone 4265. Office Hours: 9:30 to 12 a m 2:00 to 5:00 p. m; 7:30 to 9:00 even ing. Sundays by request. OFFICE HOURS: 9 a m to 12 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 73 Kansas Ave.—Tl. 3987. Res. 123 Monroe St.—Tel. 3987 R. 2. DR. THADDEUS P. MARTY Physician and Surgeon, Phone 2608. Tel. 774 Rea.—774 Ring OLIVER A. TAYLOR, M. D. Physician and Surgeon Office: 334 Kansas Av., over Gilbert Drug Store, across from Throo "L." Call any one Night or Day.—Res. 1535 Van Buren St. DR. W. ROGER RUSSELL DENTIST All Work Guaranteed to Give Satisfaction. 832 Kansas Av. Phone 1423 On last Sunday afternoon, before a record breaking crowd, at the rooms of the colored Y. M. C. A. Dr. Charles M. Sheldon gave a splendid address on Dr. Bocker Washington as he knew him. His remarks were well received and all present were deeply impressed with his sincerity and with his intimate knowledge of Mr. Washington, as was evidenced by his every sentence. The large attendance and the splendid attention given Dr. Sheldon were indeed complimentary to him and indicative of the high regard and full appreciation for what he has done and is doing in behalf of the colored people, and were also high tributes to the memory of Mr. Washington. MY CANDY SHOP, 12th and Vine St., Kansas City, Mo. Bell phone 4866 East—Home phone 4213 East. This is the place to buy first class candies, fruit, ice cream and soda water. Give this place a call. Adv. COUNCIL GROVE, KAN. Rev, I. B. Chiles Reports Plan Progress on New Church—Sunday School and Stewardship Held a Grand Bazar. The Rev. I. B. Chiles was an agreeable caller at this office one day this week, and among other things reported that he is delighted with his new charges at Council Grove and Osage City. He is highly pleased with the people and the way they are working and the thorough harmony in every department of the churches shows that the people feel that in him they have the right man. "My people," said Mr. Chiles, "are alive, wido-awake and progressive. They are up and doing for the church and are ever on the watch tower fighting for the moral and social uplift of their communities. Truly, there are none better in all Kansas and I feel honored to serve them as pastor." Thanksgiving the Sunday school and stewardesses at Council Grove held a grand bazar. It was one of the most delightful events witnessed in that community in many years. Morally, socially and financially it was a grand success. The Stewardesses and Sabbath school are to be congratulated upon their earnest efforts along all lines. The entertainment netted them $80. Since Rev. Chiles has been pastor he has organized an Allen C. B. League, of which Mr. Walter Johnson, Jr., eldest son of Mr. Walter Johnson, Sr. is president. He is a graduate of the local high school and a bright, energetic young man, and will prove a power for good at the head of the League. SHARON SPRING, KAN. With r. Gooch arrived in Sharon Springs on the 27th, and joined with his brother, Anderson Gooch, in making final settlement on 960 acres of land. Anderson and Henry Gooch are both business men, being contractors of both brick and stone or concrete work. Henry Gooch and son, after spending a few days with friends, will return to their home in Sallisbury, Mo. Ruth Gooch will leave Monday for Denver, Col., and Cheyenne, Wyo., to visit friends. CARBONDALE, KAN. Mr. and Mrs. W. M. Foster gave a Thanksgiving dinner and those who were there were: Mrs. Anna Ransom and Master Virgil Grant of Topeka, Miss Abie Foster of Topeka, Messrs. Howard and Edward Foster of Lawrence, Kan. Mr. Wm. Foster was a Topeka visitor last week, shopping and shaking hands with old friends. Anna Foster is taking music lessons and progressing nicely, and has all the appearance of making a fine musician. Do you Need a Permanent Income? If we send you this coolful would you show us your friend and neighbors and because our agents in your location write us a saying what liveliety you wish to work in, or in money order for sale to pay for costs of samples from which you are to take orders. This outfit consists of a powder brown powder, soap aile, which sells at retail for $0.01 out of our line to sell outfits as we want permanent agents that can work up a steady business. Our sell direct line is for samples you make half of what the goods sell for. You are not taking any charges, as the points sell for headway after getting samples, return them and we will turn your money, send to day, receiving you locally to BREWSTER SUPPLY CO., Nashville, Team. NOTE: we can safety recommend the Brewster Supply as being a thoroughly reliable and responsible Grocery. Oxford College of Hair Culture 448 WEST BELLE PLACE, RENT LOUISE, --- MISSOURI WE WILL PAY YOU TO INVESTI- GATE THE OXFORD SYSTEM. We will teach you to treat and teach us to grow hair and beautify th 兴 $25.00 Home Training Course Free! Mara from $15.00 to $25.00 per week— at home. Diploma given. Write today to our Home Training Department. Don't wait! Be ready for the opening season. Kind folks, take advantage of this opportunity. Let the OXFORD SYS- M protect you. Write for the history of OXFORD! Read it; compare it with all others. You will be convinced that OXFORD is unexcelled in quality. OXFORD COLLEGE OF HAIR CULTURE. W. L. MAJORS, President. 4248 W. Belle Place St. Louis, Mo. Farms.... For Negroes! Colored Meu, why not buy a farm in a land where a man is a man—where ONE crop will pay for your farm? Ican sell you a farm in Logan county, Kans. PRICES FROM $18 to $20 per acre—easy terms, fine soil, best climate. If you mean business, write S. E. CAREY. When in Omaha THE : PATTON : HOTEL N P PATTON, Prop (4 Electr. So. of Union Station — 413. IN CONNECTION. Meals at All Hours. Alone Douglas 4448. 1014 16-18 South 11th St. OMAR: NEBRAN F. F. Long,..... 115 So. Main St. Wholesale and Retail —BREAD, CAKES AND PIES— For Parties and Church Festivals. BROOKFIELD, :: MISSOURI SPECIAL NOTICE! By order of the National Baptist Convention assembled in Chicago, Ill., you are hereby directed to send all orders for Sunday School literature, merchandise, etc., to S. P. Harris, Secretary, 409 Gay St., Nashville, Tenn. Beginning now, make out your orders in accordance with this instruction. Send him your order for literature, etc., for the October quarter. E. C. MORRIS, Pres. R. B. HUDSON Sec. FOR SALE:One ten table Pocket Billiard hall with fixtures at 310 Kansas Av. Cheap Inquire of W. E. Stewart, 329 Kansas Av. or Phone 1137. Preaching at 8 p. m. B. Y. P. U. at 6:30 p. m. All are cordially invited to come and worship with us. and worship with Fastor, Rev, L. D. Stevens, B. D 1017 South Hancock St., Topeka. Mrs. Belle Choteau left Thursday morning for Pleasant Hill, Lawrence, and her home, Cripple Creek, Colo. Mr. Alph Newman is slowly convalescing. Mr. Houston Thomas and Daisy Graham were united in the holy bonds of matrimony Saturday night. Mrs. Loula Brown spent Thanksgiving in Kansas City. Miss Bessie Brown spent Thanksgiving out of town. Mr. John Brown is about the same, poorly. Miss Calanthe Martin Fridayed in Pleasant Hill and attended a social function. Mrs. Bertha Allen spent Thanksgiving in Kansas City. Mr. Johnnie Lee, Jr., has been indisposed for a few days with grip, but is better at this writing. Mr. Sifas Varnom is remodeling and improving his home. Prof. L. Turner's brother returned today to fill his brother's position, who is still very much indisposed. The Sunday school at Second Baptis Church was well attended and everybody reports a smart time. Come again. Willie and Rollo Lee spent Thanksgiving and the week-end in Fort Scott, Kans., visiting relatives. On Friday afternoon the Improvement Club held its fourth and last meeting at the home of Mrs. A. C. Vernon. Meeting was called to order by the president. Song, "A Sun-beam." Prayer by chaplain. Song, "Holding Out the Lifeline." Roll called and all responded with Bible quotations. Club motto: "The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The Lord is the strength of my life: of whom shall I be afraid?" Psalm 27:1 was repeated by all. An excellent program was rendered by the following members: Mrs. Oscar Brown, a beautiful selection; Mrs. Albert Allen, paper, "Hypocrisy"; Miss Winnifred A. Davidson, vocal solo, "Why Stand Ye Here Idle?" After the transaction of the routine of business the club members passed into the dining-room, where the club colors prevailed and where a cut glass vase displayed a most magnificent bouquet of chrysanthemums which gracefully nodded in welcome, around which a four-course luncheon was served. The hostess' art was shown in the delicious cream and exquisite cakes of which one was built up of the club colors, orange and white. Notwithstanding the awful seeming cloudburst on Thanksgiving evening, the 25th, the crowd was great. On that evening there was a linen supper given at the Second Baptist Church on North Independence street, where a large and thankful audience assembled and witnessed a carefully prepared program. After a song and invocation by Rev. J. H. Lee another song was furnished by the audience, which was followed by the rendition of a beautiful paper on Thanksgiving by Mrs. J. R. Elliott, after which the Prince Whipple School children did honor to the occasion by rendering their charming, attractive and winsome pieces. The evening was a splendid success; $18.35 was realized. MANHATTAN, KANS. (Crowded out last week.) Memorial services for Dr. Washington were held in Manhattan, Kans. Sunday, Nov. 28. The churches and Negro Investment Company Company honored the memory of the Great Oak of the Forest of Tuskegee, Dr. Booker T. Washington. Programme. Master of Ceremonies, Rev. P. C. Morrow. Rev. R. Watson, devotional exercises. Dr. Washington as I Knew illm. J. M. T. Baskette, M. D., city Dr. Washington—What He Dul for Me (One of His Students) ... Prof. Campbell, Tuskegee Dr. Washington's Favorite Melody ... ... M. E. Choir Dr. Washington as a Moses of His People ... Rev. Carter, city Dr. Washington as a National Man Rev. Stripling, Topeka We had a short talk with Mr. Pierce of Manhattan, between trains on route to Toneka and was more than glad to learn of the progress of the young Negroes who were striving to accomplish. He told me of his 30 years residence in his city and the young people had always stood back to let the older ones lead and about six month ago they were forced to take the lead themselves. Thus today they have a Negro Investment Co, with stockholders rated from $10,00 to $10,000, have property of their own in the three cipher column, have a representative on the read all the time; exchange lands, farm and city prop- sell good city property as far west. as Hutchinson or Garden City. G. G. Pennington of Garden City will take care of thier clients at any time. Mr. Pennington drives a big Everett No. 30 auto and will show you any kind of Western property dirt cheap; you can get a lifetime to pay for his land if you will pay us a little interest. Let them hear from you. Manhattan Inv. Cb., 512 So. Ninth, Manhattan, Kans. Dr. J. M. T. Baskette is a Director of the Co. also and is proud to be of assistance to the young men of Manhattan, Kans. Dr. Baskette also enjoys a good practice and appreciate his patrons. Pierce and Pitta have opened up a new cafe at 910 Yuma and claim that their new stand will be a sanitary and up to date eating place. If the boys do as they say, some one will be sick, for it has been several months since a restaurant has had that reputation in that locality. We have had several visits with the K. S. A. C. Literary folks and students, to be at one of their meetings you would surmise Shakespeare or Bryant or some other great author had been there, but they are afraid to carry any of those white poets and try to compete with some of our Negro brains that will attend the Interstate at Hutchinson, Kans., and why we say so is because they don't join the Institute. The members of the U. B. F. fraternity and S. M. T. sisters are in mourning. The sad news of the death of William Sweeney came over the wire last Wednesday noon. He died at a hospital in Kansas City, Mo., where he went to undergo an operation. His remains will be shipped here for burial Thursday. He will be buried under the auspices of the U. B. F. The Manhattan Negro Investment Co. will have offices in their new quarters after the first of the year at 512 South Ninth. The students are returning to take up their studies at K. S. A. C. after a vacation of several days for Thanksgiving. Quite a number went to their various homes. Miss Maymie Carter spent Thanksgiving with her parents at Eskridge, Kans. Miss Carter is a teacher at the Douglass School. Chas. Howell and wife spent Thanksgiving at Wamego, the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Schinaul. Mrs. Lula Donnell spent Thanksgiving with Mrs. Johnson of Wamego. Mrs. Luke Gunther spent Thanksgiving with friends in Topeka. The U. B. F.'s are putting on a campaign for members. A good many of us knock; I guess 'it is because we would get blackballed if our application were sent in. Last winter a bunch of colored boys were suspected of gambling; the city fined them $20 and $30 apiece. Thus far this winter no colored boys have been caught in the dragnet—a bunch of whites arrested a few nights ago were only fined $10.—Respectfully, Mr. Fairplay. May Fortnet, white slavery—A white woman, another white girl, a white man, and Mexican, all in court this week. May has no Negro for her victim this trip, so just watch the court's verdict. A Democratic administration is proving a god-end to some of us colored people of Manhattan; we have had to wake up, still some of us still sneak around the white officers who don't want us and tell all about the doings among the colored people. You all know who it is, so when you see me, don't ask any questions. T. J. Woods has been made turnkey at the county jail these busy days. While he is employed there, he says he will keep things in shape as if it were a private residence. Rufus Cardwell, after a stay of two years in the Northwest and Colorado, has come back home to die. Mrs. Isabel Curro, Imet and husband leave for Jerusalem, after the first of the year. If several more would go as far as Jerusalem they would be lots closer to heaven and wouldn't have so far to go after death WEIR, KAN. The first service in the new A. M. E. church, on the 28th, was fine. The pastor preached at 11 a.m. Rev. J. W. Warren at 3 p. m., and Rv Eh Eatmon at 8 p.m. A program was rendered before each service. Papers were read by A. Dillard, L. W. Stewart and Mrs. Mary Stewart. Born, to Mr. and Mrs. John Greer on the 7th, a girl. Mother and baby doing fine. Lucas Anderson left here on the 3d for Topeka to attend the Topeka Educational and Industrial Institute Mrs. Robecca Smith is very sick The fill & F. Mission Circle was en ternailed on the 6th at the home of M. Rufus. They had a fine lime. They will meet again on the night of the 13th at the church and render a program. Rev. Prentiss went to Girard or the 5th, where he preached at 1 p. m. Rev. A. Pairfax filled his pulpit at 11 a. m. and 8 p. m. SPRINGFIELD, MO. Little Allene Reed, daughter on Mr. and Mrs. Ross Reed of Weaver street, has been very much indisposed, but at this date is reported much better. Also little Garland Reed is ill, home from school, but we trust for only a day or so. Sunday, December 5, was "Go to Church Day," or Tag Day. All the churches were proud of large congregations on that day, which it is hoped may continue. The Gibson Chapel C. P. Church almost looks like a new edifice since it has undergone an almost complete remodeling and repairing at the cost of about $2,000. Rev. A. E. Rankin is the able pastor. Mrs. Calvin Hogan, 806 Minor street, was a most delightful hostess to "The Musical and Literary Club" Friday afternoon, December 3. The rooms were filled to their capacity with happy guests, consisting of visitors and members. Mrs. Hogan also entertained in honor of Mrs. Hunt Webb of Kansas City, Mo., and her daughter, Mrs Effie Webb, of Fousaint, Ariz. The club held memorial services in honor of the late lamented Dr. Booker T. Washington. Newspaper topics were discussed, together with other topics. After being closely contested, the prize for the best quotation was awarded to Mrs. D. S. Smith by the hostess, Mrs Janie Hogan. Quotation and discussions for the Christmas holidays will be on Christmas, and for the best quotations on same President, Mrs. Maggie Bostic, will give quite expensive prizes for the first and second best quotations. The next place of meeting will be with Mrs. Harry Necly, Minor St. Mrs. Hogan was assisted in serving a three-course menu by her daughters, Miss Agnes Hogan, Mrs. Necly Miss Susie Massey, to the visitors and members. At a late hour after experiencing an almost Christmas like affair, all adjourned expressing many compliments for such a royally spent afternoon. Grand Chancellor Lloyd arrived in our city Sunday, November 28, on official business. He met a large and enthusiastic gathering of Ozark Lodge No. 77 on Nov. 29, and Fidelity Lodge No. 7 on Nov. 30. Mr. Lloyd was royally entertained at the meeting of the Ladies' Court of Calanthe at their regular meeting, Wednesday, Dec. 1, in the afternoon with Mrs. B. F. Adams as Worthy Counselor. On Wednesday evening Mr. and Mrs. Chas, Anderson delightfully entertained in honor of the Hon. A. W. Lloyd at a six'clock dinner. The guests were Hon. A. W. Lloyd. Grand Chancellor of the K. of P.; Rev. W. H. Young, James Andrews, James W. Andrews, Jr., W. E. Drew, Charles Andrews and family. All left feeling that it was good to be at the comfortable home of Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Andrews. Worshipful Master, Mr. James Andrews of Eureka Lodge No. 39, A. F. and A. M., extended an invitation to the Grand Chancellor, Hon A. W. Lloyd, to visit his lodge. Hon A. W. Lloyd delivered an address to the lodge which was highly appreciated by all members present, and was only responded to by F. M. McCullah, T. M. Kinney and the Worshipful Master. On Thursday, Dec. 2, Mr. Lloyd conducted a lodge and enthusiastic joint meeting of the two K. of P. Lodges and the Court of Calanthe of this city. A deal of important business was transacted for the benefit of the K. of H. Order here. All who were present enjoyed the proceedings and instruction received in the address delivered by Hon. A. W. Lloyd. During Mr. Lloyd's stay here he visited Lincoln High School and express himself as being well pleased with finding at the head of the school that scholarly man, Prof W H McAdams, serving as principal, with a strong faculty assisting him in his work. The Grand Chancellor was kept exceedingly busy Sunday, Dec. 5. He worshiped Sunday morning at the Pitts Chapel M. E. Church. Just after the sermon delivered by the District Superintendent, Rev. J. M. Haynes, D. D., of Sedalia District Mr. Lloyd was introduced to the church by the pastor of Pitts Chapel, Rev. J. H. McAllister, Mr. Lloyd expressed himself as enjoying the services. He spoke very highly of Pitts Chapel chair for rembring such excellent music under the direction of the organist, Miss Marie W. Andrews. All words spoken by Mr. Lloyd were very touching along all lines of business throughout the city. the leaders of the two K. of P. Lodges and royally entertained at an informal reception at the residence of Prof. and Mrs. B. F. Adams, Grand Lecturer of the K. of P., 530 E. Water street. Those present were Messrs. C. M. Young, C. H. Andrews, A. B. Freeman, J. S. Nuttall, A. J. Jarrett, Dr. E. A. Harris, B. Jarrett, G. W. Squares, J. H. Tallman, W. S. Drew and others. At 6 o'clock p. m., also on Sunday Ion. A. W. Lloyd was entertained at the home of Mr. and Mrs. James Andrews, 300 East Water street, at six o'clock dinner. A most elaborate menu was served. Those present were Grand Chancellor Lloyd, Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Andrews and daughter, Miss Bessie II. Andrews, Mr. and Mrs. James Andrews and family. The evening was delightfully spent. At night, Sunday, December 6, Mr. Lloyd accepted an invitation from Rev. W. H. Young to deliver an address at the Washington Avenue Baptist church. Mr. Lloyd highly complimented the young men for taking an active part in the choir of the church under the direction of Mrs. W. H. Young. The address was highly appreciated by the church. Many excellent things were said by Mr. Lloyd, a man of unusual energy and ability as a race leader, which claims the admiration of all who had the opportunity of hearing him. On Monday night the Grand Chancellor visited Fidelity Lodge No. 7 and conducted the election of officers. Mr. and Mrs. W. H. McGuire entertained the Grand Chancellor at dinner. Mr. W. K. Drew, on Robberson avenue, entertained the Grand Chancellor and Mr. C. H. Andrews Monday evening at an elaborate dinner. During Hon. W. A. Lloyd's stay here his headquarters were at the pleasant home of Prof. B. F. Adams, Grand Lecturer of the K. of P. state of Missouri, on East Water street. PAOLA. KAN. Misses Lallian McCormack and Marguerite Gravett of Garden City returned home after a pleasant visit with Mr. and Mrs. Dick Cooper. Thanksgiving was observed at both churches. Memorial services for Booker T. Washington were held at the A. M. E. church Sunday, November 28. Many interesting talks were made and some good papers were read. Among those who took part on the program were Miss Daisy Peak, Mrs. Ferne Brooks, Miss Ruth Jackson, Messrs. R. M. Shelby, John Lowry, A. Peak, Rev. Robinson and Rev. Carlington, Marie Emmons. An Old Folks' Concert was given last Thursday night at the A. M. E. church by the members of the Busy Bee Club. The A. M. E. church has recently been painted and papered inside and a new carpet bought for the pulpit. This makes quite an im provement. Mrs. Auron Peak returned home last Saturday from Bartlesville, Okla., where she spent Thanksgiving with her daughter, Mrs. Henry Morrison, and family. A meeting was called last Friday night at the A. M. E. church and a forum was organized John E. Lowry was elected president. Miss Jasny Peak, vice president; Miss Ernestine English, secretary, and Mrs. Ferne Brooks treasurer. Lawyer I F Bradley of Kansas City, Kan., was in the city one day last week on legal business. While here he was the guest of John Lowry and R. M. Shelly. Mr. Henry Fortner, a teacher at La Cygne, Kan., spent last Tuesday in the city the guest of John Lowry. Mrs Alex Strothers returned home last Monday from Oklahoma City, where she visited with her lighthur, Mrs Florence Dillard. Mr. Muppet Dryden and Burch Stanley of Osawatomie spent last Wednesday evening visiting Miss Zola Lowry. Mr. Fred Dillard is visiting in Garden City. Presiding Liddi King was in the city from the 19th to the 21st ult. holding the quarterly meeting and confrence. He commended the members of the A. M. E. church for their good work during this her quarter. The Thanksgiving musical, under the management of Mrs. Ferne Brooks, was a grand success. The participants acquitted themselves nicely. The citizens of Paola held memorial services at the A. M. E. church Sunday, November 29, in honor of Tooker T. Washington. The following program was rendered: Song, choir; prayer, Rev. S. Robinson; song, choir; opening address, A. Peak; song, choir; eulogy of Booker ```markdown ``` Mme. Beard's It removes dandruff and stops lining of the scalp and takes out the kink and makes the hair grow long soft and beautiful. ST. JOSEPH, :: MISSOUR 50c Per Box. Agents Waxland Washington as a Leader, Rev. S. Robinson; song, choir; Washington as an Educator, Mrs. Ferne Billion Brooks; Washington as a Citizen and Business Man, John D. Lowry; Washington's Early Life, Marie Bummons; Anecdotes of Washington, Miss Rath Jackson; Washington a Benefactor, R. M. Shelby; remarks. The pupil's of Miss Peake school also sang several songs, which were greatly appreciated. Misses Clara and Ethel Turner, Hazel Lewis and Maggie Daydow were in the city on the Bad to attend the Old Folks' concert green at the A. M. E. church. Mrs. Minnie Bradford, the teacher at Holliday, spent Thanksgiving with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Miller, in this city. The two churches are preparing for the Christmas exercises CLEARITY ROSE TABBRNACLE No. 24, Coffeyville, Kan. Meetings first and third Wednesdays in each month, at Morne' hall, on South Walnut street, at 2:30 p. m. The first meeting in this month we had a good attendance and also a good business meeting. We now have on our dispensation for membership and we are doing fine in the way of getting new members, as we have three to initiate next meeting, and more promised for next month. We also have a treat for the children and they are progressing fine, as they have a good and active Queen Mother. Visitors are welcome to our meetings. H. P. M. V. FTW. Reporter Dt. (Miss) Ethel Warren, 513 East Third street. FAYETTE, MO. Mr George Pierce, formerly of this city, but who has been making his home in St. Louis, Mo., died in that city Friday, Dec. 2. His remains were brought here and interred in the city cemetery Sunday. An interesting program was rendered at the Baptist church Sunday afternoon. The following person spoke: Mrs. Amanda Merchant, "Booker T. Washington"; Dr. C. N Weight, "How to Keep Well"; Mr. C. C Rains, "Glooon"; Mr. Junius Pierce, "The Three Object of the Sunday School." Rew. R. H. Lee of Bunceton, Mo., preached at the Baptist church Sunday. Mr John Taylor and Mrs Birnne Clarkston are transacting business in Columbia this week. Miss Listle Isaac entertained the Needle Craft Club Monday. An excellent time was reported. We are glad to report Mrs. Kaddie Diggs convalescent. Mrs. Annie Foley of Doonville, Mo., transacted business in the city Monday. Lincoln school is busy this week making preparations to entertain the Howard County Teachers' meeting. Memorial services for the late Booker T. Washington were held in the St. Paul Baptist church Dr. Watts, the splendid pastor of the Baptist church, had a very successful rally Sunday. The amount raised was $138.49. The church is succeeding nicely under his care. Professor Fullbright is bringing things to pass in his school and is etting on nicely. Quite a few distinguished guests are visiting our city, all of whom we are glad to meet. Dr. E. Winston was the guest of Dr. Watts while in our city. RETHEL. KANS. » Sn ae rea ote? Mrs ‘Ellen Bailey has returned from a vieit to her mother, Mrs. Srivs, at Topeka. Nr, Al Rogers was out from Kan- was City and rpent Thankegivng with his family. Mr, Brown iHughes, with a num- wer of friends from Kansas City, was a Sanday guest at the home of hia sister, Mra. I. V Brown, Nr. John H. Hovey is on the sick Niet thie week. Mr. John Havis of Atchison ta the vest of ns mother, Mrs, Josephine Coran Mr. Charlee Tautkner of Kansas Cry oo Med at the home of Mr. and Bro Go, Duna, last weeks Mis vo ophite Coan wee dn Kane hus ¢ 4. Satunlay on a Dusiness trip Mn tleataron ef Karaas City, wus tee guest of Mrs, Josephine Togs Thanksgiving Mr Tolliver Thompson, who has) heen un the sick bist for two weeks pas, as improving slowy | Mr, Aieisin Hunter of hunras City hig been the guns, of wa, and Mis Chae putain for the past weeks Mr. lary Graves returned: Sune day shan ab two we ad bit Wala her Jitmsent, Ma Com dav san Lane cota, Neb. Rev, and Mrs. Enyard of Kans ts Chy, spent the gicater path of the week tn our conmmunity, the Kucels| of friaids and looking after the des tall work prepatatery iv the “hanks | give OFS Coe and CU rb Bane at Zion a. ME Charch, On Wedness day waning Key Enyard made * very instructive and encouraging talk ty the members of the Giean- era’ Bible Study Clans at the home of Mrs Denns 8. ‘Lhonvpson, which was gratefully received. A goodly number were present There were srvices at It o'clock Thanksgtving at Zion Church, after which a sumptuous dinner was par takers. In the evening the members of the Sunday school entertained the people with a literary program of great merit. Other features of the en- tertainmen were u live pigeon-pic coutest in which Ollie Talbot won the prize; a donkey contest, in which Mise Frances Scott and Mrs, Sarah Madiaon caried off the prizes. Is the contest in elocution, Mra | Stella Walker was awarded the first prize, and Mins Sarah Beaver sec- ond. | There were no services at the Oak Uadge Baptist Church Thanksgiving. Un Sanday the Sabbath school had a fair attendance uni the school voted to take up the Home Department ‘branth of the Sunday school work. "The school is progrexsing nicely un- vier the guidance of Mr, Iuley Coran, and Mrs, Artie Porter, Deacon Wade Seott conducted the devotional serve yees, avisted by Deacon Geo, Pore ter, at Sunilay evening prayer mect- ing me GUTHRIE, ORLA. ’Mr. Carl Neal purchased a hoase and four lots near Douglas School em Capitol Il, The Business Association held st the M. . Church last week aroused muda business interest among ovr people. Throughork the week ex- eellent programs were rendered. —— HO HBUTCIINSON. KANS. Memorial exercises for the lute Rooxer T. Washington were held at the Second Baptist church Sunduy -ifternoon at 3 o'clock, A wry good ‘grogram was rendered to a large vrewd, and the good points brought out an ¢he eulogy of his life should ye an inspiration to all Thanksgiving excrenses were ob- served by all the churches, Joining m union ot the Second Buiptist ehuich ‘The sermon wis deliwred ty Rev. B,D, Davis, The Stewarderms of Bethel A. N, BE. Church served moa's all day “Fhenksgivings; $3000 was the sum sulzed for th doy. Wr GM Burbridge underwent ‘an operation ard [sin ore ef the saspitala doing nicely. Lawyer KY Biker ore of Wich, “ty epent Sunday in the city. The Forum wea add ansed by Me ON, Herr ef the Stite Reforma saree who anoke ig a ¥ ory able min ner, plone th avdleres Immense ly, Another fouture of the pra gov wat a tavly sole ty Mi 6 4 MiiLane, A evsion of the Ia cam will be beld in the new fa trem at the r formatery ‘he Partorn bors url Maren wt tye nf my eutertilement 1 See rida Hatt Monday eventay, Mee 27) We nre trying to male this | vramd aifair and the co optrition o r" ts soliettml A program will b rendered and all will be well enter tained. Mfr, Charles Wott, ond Mi Dost Lope were quietly marrie? to *h purprise of their raany friend wh with them much sicesre The Walker “instre] Show p*sy e stheze ruccesatve righty here an all who attended enjoyed themselves greatly, Mr, and Mrs, Joseph Gardner an- nounce the birth of a baby girl. Mother and daughter are doing nicely. The Knights and Daughters of Ta- bor will give a joint entertainment Decomber 17, The patronage of all ig solicited. | ‘Lie leuple’s Civic League met as usual Thursday evening. Next mect- ng will be tho election of delegates 10 the Interstate Mr. Isane Butler, Je, visited in intl ld and Oslahoma reporting pecasant tines Mess rs, Bert Ruddick and Wilh. Snowden spent last Sunday in Great Nem! to View the ruins left by the cyclone, ‘n+ Ord ¢ of the Eastern Star met in their usunl bi-monthly ses ion nog wry interesting meeting Uusn xy of importance was trans- 1 ed and chelion of officers will be at the next mecting. A surprise jrarty was tendered Rew and Mra. PD. Davis by the m mbers of bls church. Many pres- cme war reeewed CHICKASHA, OKLA. Rew Stechbeidge has returned rom Wewoka, Osla, where be has been a'tending conference, Mrs, Matde Thompson, who re- cently returned from St. Louis, has opencd a Poro treatment parlor at + heme on South First strect. Mra fs S Brown and Mrs. Anr Hadley went to Oklahoma City | Monday Mr, Jackson of Salt Lake City, ‘Utah, spent several days in the city last week, the guest of Mr, and Mra I. S, Brown, Mrs. Carrie Alexander has been called to Davis, Okla., to the bed: side of ber sick aunt, Mr. L. W. Clark returned to Lawrence, Kun, Wednesday. Mrs. E, Owens of Sapulpa was In the city to attend the Walliams- Boyd wedding Mrs, Mayme De I'rance and sister of Oahoma City spent Thanks- giv'ng here, guests of their parents Mr. and Mrs, Stevenson. Mus dna Mac Bayne is on she sick list. Me. Emmett Burgher and 3r Gordon, two of Oklahoma City’s best vaudevitle players, have beer highly entertaincd all the week by the Misses Clark and Miss Sweetic Crowell. Lawyer Barber of El Reno, Okla. gave a lecture here on Negro wel: fare lust week. Mr. Rieg Williams of Indiahom: and Miss Pearle Boyd of this celts wre mtried Thursday evening a! 7:0 at the home of the bride’: brother, Mr. J. Rosd, 1225 Shepard stuct, Rev. Hl. H. Williams offi ciating. Miss Cecil Starks playet he bridal chorus from Felix for the procession. The bride wore a beau ciful gown of white siik. Mrs. Bes sie Kitrell, matron of honor, als wore white ilk. Erwin Kitrell nephew of the bride, was best man An informal reception followed th ceremony, Mr. and Mrs. Boyé wore attistid in receiving by Mrs. Owens, Mrs. E, Robinson, Mr. E | Kitrell and Mra, Snooks, OSAWATUMIE, KANSAS. ladies Sewing Cirele will mees wth Mra John Turner ‘Ihursday sight ard will serve lunch. “Leacs Clara Turner, B'aach+ ard “wees Stanley ard Maggie My: der spon? Thinksgiving wt U4? church. Mra, Ethel Ver who has been con Incd at home, fz able te be up un +t among her friends. Mre, Wool b. Majors speut Sun: ‘ey even in Pavia, the surat of “rs Ewa Rooker, Mri Mary Bo Wallace, whe ha: +1 confimal nt home, ts atie te ec oat again, Moa, Eta Kelley spent ‘Thanksgiv ry at home wth ber sister, Mrs 1 'y Stant y. Mr BP orry Lewis wate in Os uwate nie Sundty, Miss Ann Coker, a nurse at th homprtal of Osawiteme rpen hi tae yg at her bone at Tole Hes 0 Holmes spent ‘Thanks giving with the members of hi abyech at vo big damer ut the pa 1 ong, { Woddlus hts wt hoe pre nO watenty { Wes Mtie Wied a boat, fow Sanev wore t nit te Ne © a) Tener Sit 2 av tan i; EN dai 4 3+] Nesravrautatiressterecc gn Bora ge mees. eee cite tat mney sie Be) bie Paleo Ta“ sevtia oree bea at er gee ie ergo na ( i a ie ater Sate rean be cae TE hay WE ViNtle piews YOu How. weeds ye cua see's Seteaet ATA | Senate tonnes om RS BiighEd f Sasteccd ao ae Saencemen Loner ST Peagy Ss nnie a eenide Ligeere sol wa” ai Ea ae ra ep eleks Ci bdR ATE oe he eects aaaaaasasaaas sa saaaaa aaa os TBO MeNEAL VORREST B, ANDERSON +» PE Phone We o 423 “oof £ aderson RealEsta: \qents. » -aosttia - 2 select From Av seo Aves Hansas City, Kas. ‘ yr AE, e Vi . fh [ .. AT LIVING ad y CAL & oricese SPE tALS + hs »ATURDAY LAMB HENDOU Sc LIts, salurday. » « vee EZ ancy Chuck, + Loin R Ia » ees 10 fein Roaty 12 Fate Boal, 9 : kfast) Bacon, Ban ee cseeeses GUE ee aceeeeese LZ 12¢ Yoo b Calif, Heums, Darth, Ib secececes ee el Be tomohed shoulders) Ib. .12' 10 ean Pure Lard $1.20 Now 1 Hams, We ceesee ee Ltt 5. can. Gard ae 60 So, 1 sliced’ Hams, Ihy...226e 4 GAN ARS x sess 08 16 tork C aanomes beLIe Poein Lardesccereees bbe or Choe it ee at de oulder Roast, Ib 6... 124e ‘ountry Curcd Bacon, 1b,.16¢ , sh Site Pork. .....) ++ -16¢ try alt Se Pork, Ib 18h: Meadow Gold Butter, lb..‘*.. 34e Dry Salt Jowls, Ib.......He rasdale Process Butter ..27e¢ Compound, Ib .....e0. oe dOe & ck Cheese, Ib .....4++20¢ Sirlonn Steak, Ib .... ...17¢ ivam Cheese, Ib ........20¢ “huck Sterk, Ib ........12%e rech Pg Hams, Ib ......15¢ Round Steak, Ib ..... ...15e Briter’ne .....12%e, 15e, 28¢ Spare Ribs, Ib, ..........10e Select Oysters, quart .... 40¢ All Our Meats Gove inment Inspected. . White House Meat Market 423 hansas Avenue, t Val Blaze BEER... oo Telephone 40. Drydale, -: Missouri. a Miss Clara Turner had th: mis- fortun* of spraming her wriat, aan KAN. Mra. Jonn Gorman and daughter Reatrice apcat ‘Thanksgiving day in Effinghom, Aun., with her sister, Mrs, Gorman. There were also a number of thera present from Afch son, umong whom wire Mr. Kelly and son. Mra Gorman spent Suntay with Mry Churchill, where she enjoyed an excellent dinner, after which she Loardad? the train for home Mrs. Alico Allen of Parsons, Kan das, Who kas been visiting her sis- ter, Mrs, E. C. Malone, since Thanksgiving, was the guest of Mr. and Mra, Wyatt Hughes Tuesday, and of Mr. and Mrs, 1, Bailey Wotnoaday She Ieft Friday morn ing for her home, Mr, Kenneth Welk, who has been visiting in Phoenix, Auiz., since September, will return tu Elwood b fore Caristinas. Tho dinner which was served at ve TF Lill Thanh ~iving by vera Uetreps wary uset, Ts amount of moncy raised at the fant boys’ Lall Wednesday Vaht was 335, Mrs. KB, Stllman of Oregon, Mo. is visting Mrs. Geo. Cri'icnden. | The distetet stewards w'l give aor e'-rapment Saturday mht at U LB roku, Y obey to Mr and M IR "} Pon of, Noverter 23, 3 bey Mrs. M. A McCurry + author "T =$ collertor end news onter fo {he Phandeater She wot call t < elect the weck of Dec mber 12 What became of the B wood note . of three weeks aya? They failed « 7 ong ot AChaneen te they wer sobs pow pt ore yout thre | Job teee on ye tong here «| HHEONAD te ake way Cor up-to ; vm [ater Watone’s dvcou a Sunda wane War intensely Interesting Thatest wan Cid be hftat apt we ‘thaw attomen unto Me.” c Meo fo psotn Garman, Mr. Wm J thrown Galifet Morros, Mie. Sue trowa, Miss Chiou ['yten, Mia. but = Frown amt Mra, MoM MeCurr Mond d the ploy, “haittle Lost St rat the Eyceum Theater, S$! teorh Sonday nfeht Ntre Wir cy af St Tasph, Mo “ho on Biecod ta the vear tutu LoL ttng oelae tor. fr The Cris {oF Minta Withingon and | Mi 1 VET Wekirson ef Troy, Kan, we: ‘wool v sitors Sunday i Misa Geneve Larrastrrs of |S Jsseph, Mu., waa the guest of h PERSUADE YOUR COOK TO SERVE For Your Breakfait They are mild, sweet and delicious; make red blood und hard muscles, sat- isfy the appetite and nourish the brain. Made in Topeka by Chas. Wolff Packing Co. & N - FURS AND HIDES WANTED.... Sree —— Are you r trapper or deal- > eee oS er in furs and hides? We Toe “S es woe N\ a. are always In the market rr eee Ne for all kinds of hides and cea ee eS Oe ee furs the ycar around at ’ Bi eed p Powe highest market values. We “4h re Og Ay “SND absolutely guarantee satls- ot EN ya Tae wy, faction. Ship ue your goods Den WE eae and if ovr returns are net ’ toad PE iO Fe satisfactory, will retura Sits ( } your goods and pay all ex- as press charges both ways “, Write, phone or wire us for prices before selling elsewhere. . . Saint Joseph Hide and Fur Co., 8 North Third Street, St. Joseph, Mo. brother and sister-inlaw, Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Lamasters, Sunday. Me. Will Alexander and daughter Euith were also Elwood wmtors Sunday. Rev, and Mrs, Steward of Wa- thena and Mr. and Mrs, Dave Brown, Mr. Wyatt Hughes and Rev. John Gorman attended Apostolic meeting in St. Joseph Sundsy. | A Store That | ° ° is Always Atrractive | NOT a store of one day attractions now and then. NOT a store of spasmodic efforts, but a store of everyday attractions, a store for any day and always. A STORE of day-in and day-out val- giving; and a store that gives its Colored patrons the same high standard store service ever since its beginning. FOR verything in, Women’s Ready- to-wear garments — Trimminge, Shoes, Dress Goods, Millinery, Car- nets, Drapries, Luggage, Domes- tics, Sewing Machines and Notlone, Come to * 7 The Rorabaugh Dry bouds Co., EMPORIA, KANS. Where Satisfaction Follows Every Tranraction Si MSAK SH 9 Mh ESE EEF SSH A ES ES EE WARRENSBURG, MO. Misses Ethel and [dnt Simpson of George R. Smith College spent the Thanksgiving hoitdays with their parents, Mr. and Mra Ben Simpson, Mrs, Belle Johnson rode the Eact- ern Star “goat” jn Holden last Sat: urday, Mr, and Mrs. Caleb Duncan are the proud parents of a touniny baby girl. Mr. Gus Anderson was given 8 surprise Inst weck by the memters of Shiloh Baptist church. | Mr. Bon Simpson niade a fy'ng ‘trip to Kamay City Iriiap. Mr. Reuben Blackbuin of Center- view Is one of the new subs bers for the Topeka Plamndealer, Mrs. Maggie Baker of Kansas City is spending a few doy* in the city on business. 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