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THE TOPEKA PLAINDEALER The Improvident Negro who Neglected his Coal House to Coast Down Sunshine Hill must Walk Back and Drag his Sled MATCHES AND DYNAMITE FOR GEORGIA'S LYNCHERS Blacks Must Meet the Devil With His Own Fire! While the Law Quietly Sleeps the Good of Both Races Must Defend Right. Notwithstanding the modern civilization of the American white man; surrounded by wealth, education and everything to make one happy—notwithstanding all these things, in the South he is lynching and outraging colored people on mere pretenses. The telegraph tells of a mob that hanged five colored men from a single tree; claiming they had killed an officer about a month previous. It was nothing more than suspicion and the fact that someone had to die, they selected five defenseless colored men, "charged" the crime up to them and proceeded to take their lives without granting them an opportunity to prove their guilt or innocence. The lynching took place in Lee County, Ga., but the men were taken to Sylvester, Worth County for safe keeping. This is only a few miles from Leesburg, the county seat, and a half hour's ride via auto. Now since the Governor of the state nor the officers of the law give no protection (colored people and Jews) but seem to work in conjunction with mobs, there ought to be a law passed as in Kansas, Ohio and other states; making the county liable for damages to the family of the victim, and the sheriff loses his office. Now, if the governor of Georgia and other officers of the law desire to break up lynching they would enact such a law, see that it was enforced and this lawlessness would cease. Men who commit such acts have no respect for the laws of God or man and are unfit to dwell upon earth, but should be treated as serpents. However, so long as the governor and lawmaking bodies in the South fail to enact laws that will break up this lynching, it will continue to grow. The crimes that are being committed in Georgia and other states South, should be charged up to the governors and the legislatures as they are responsible for the enactment and enforcement of all laws. The second proposition is that if the officers allow such outrages to be carried on against colored people and Jews, or anyone else; it is the duty of citizens to organize collectively or work individually to break up these lynchers and marauders by resorting to any and everything to put them out of existence, and whatever property they may own. They are worse and far more dangerous than serpents and should be treated as such. They have no standing in decent communities and should be swept off the earth. Not only them, but their possessions and all that they control. It is the duty of every individual who knows a member or members of such bands, to go about in a quiet way and if they own any property (seeing the law will not act) they should destroy it and see that not a vistage of anything of value is left. They should not be allowed to own a home or any property of any character. When people commit crimes of such character as mentioned they are lawless criminals and should be driven from the community. The good citizens when once they learn of these persons could soon put an end to them, especially where the governor and other officers of the law fail to give protection. It has become to be a common occurrence in Georgia to take college men and Jews from jails and penal institutions and lynch and burn them without the slightest cause. Now it is time for the lawabiding colored and white people to get together and put out of existence those who resort to mob violence and like the Mexicans—stand off and "snipe" them. Georgia has a white population of 1,431,802 and colored, 1,176,987, the whites are just in a small majority. The colored people are the bone and sinew of the state and are the producers; and we are at loss to know why they sit idly by and permit a few renegades and lawbreakers to take their men from jails and lynch, burn and perpertrate other outrages upon them. Out of that number of whites, about one-third are of a lawless nature 'ahil should be driven from existence. There are enough Negroes and Jews to have kept them from lynching Leo Frank or anyone else. They could drive the lawless element into the sea—not by force of arms, but by using strategy and good judgment, and when they once find out where this class of white men exist they should organize at once to get them out of the way. There is no reason why this class of white people should be allowed to exist in any state. The good class of whites should join with the blacks and put these lynchers off the earth and destroy everything they possess. If the proper method was resorted to there would be no time or need for state militia to act for it would keep the citizens of each county busy protecting their own property instead of going to other counties looking for Negroes to lynch There should be concerted action and everything started at once. There is not another class of citizen in the world who would stand to be lynched and burned without defending themselves. Mobs have no regard for law and the people would be justified in doing anything to put them out of business. Georgia seems to have the worst element of mean white people in the world. We thought Texas was bad enough but Georgia seems to have made the Lone Star State hide her face in shame when it comes to lynching Negroes and Jews. In Lee county, where these men were lynched, there are 9,982 colored people and 1,687 whites. There are enough women and children to drive this lawless element which is about one-third of the white population of the country. Now if the colored citizens have any moral courage of conviction, they could quietly have their women and children to assist in destroying any and all of these lynchers whenever they start on their missions of lawlessness. They will expose themselves and it will be an easy matter to get a line on who they are, and it would be nothing out of the way to put them and their property out of existence. If this method was resorted to, it would not take long to stop the lynching and burning of Negroes in the South. If the officers of the law do not und will not protect you inyour and will not protect you in your selves, and it will not take guns or ammunition to do it. Matches and dynamite are cheap and everything is fair in war. Fight the devil with TOPEKA, KANSAS, FRIDAY MORNING JANUARY 28, 1916 his own fire and with such tactics you will capture his fort. Let the colored men who boast of their great wealth and education and want liberty and happiness, rise up in the pulpit and in the press and demand that this class of white people who burn and lynch their race be put out of existence. It has to be stopped and we know of no other method save that above mentioned. There are now white men in the South living openly and notoriously with colored women and rearing families and nothing is being said about it nor are the men who enforce the laws doing anything to stop this evil. On the other hand, if a colored man is charged with looking at a white woman he is hanged or burned at the stake. Here is another place where the blacks and lawbiding whites should raise up in their might and drive every white man from their midst who is guilty of such an act. Another thing, the colored people should resort to the ballot box. They will never get their rights in the South until men are elected to office who have Christian hearts and who believe that all men are images of God and have a right to live and pursue any course that will make a community better and a good country in which to live. At the coming election they should offer themselves to register and at the polls to vote and if they are intimidated they should contest the election. They should offer candidates for office who will enforce the law equally to everybody. The election of Congressmen and United States Senators is a very important matter at this time and if the election is not honestly conducted, the defeated aspirant can take the matter before Congress and thereby defeat the candidate who was elected by fraud and also the managers of the election will be imprisoned. If the people will get it into their heads that God created them all and they have same right to live as anybody else and are going to live if anybody does, they will soon bring things to pass that will make life easy where it is now a burden to the colored people who are struggling to succeed and lead a decent life It is strange how this government can take up the crimes committed in Mexico on Americans and cannot see the outrages committed on their own citizens in this country. Now the American white man who goes to Mexico to invest in mines, oil and land knowing at the same time that they are at war among themselves in that country and Americans have been warned to keep out, but at the same time a few will brave the conditions and go anywhere for a dollar and when they are murdered by Mexicans, this country goes into fury and is ready to send the whole army into Mexico and clean out the country for a few inferior whites whose aim is to rob and steal from the Mexicans. We should clean up our own country and see that Americans are protected here as well as in other countries. This lynching business should be stopped and the government can do it if they give the matter as much concern as they do the affairs of Mexico. Mexico is for Mexicans and America should be for Americans be they white or black. Let the people take on new courage and begin to act for themselves. "CHIEF" 'SAM HELD IN AFRICA Manslaughter. One of the Charges Against the Negro Leader. New York, Jan. 27—Chief Alfred T. Sam, who, with a party of about Wylie Cook for State Treasurer M. WYLIE COOK, Republican Candidate for Nomination for State Treasurer. slxty Negro followers, smiled from Galveston, Texas, two years ago, on the steamship Liberia for the Gold Coast of Africa, where he proposed to set up a Negro colony, is being held by the British authorities in Africa on several charges, chief of which is manslaughter, according to Mrs. William Lewis of Galveston, a member of the party, who arrived here today on the Cymric from Liverpool. On the voyage from Galveston to the Gold Coast, which was reached about the middle of November, Wylie Cook for Mr. Wylie Cook, Assistant State Treasurer of the great State of Kansas, has announced himself as a candidate for State Treasurer, subject to the Republican primary next August. 'Mr. Cook is one of Kansas' loyal and industrious citizens and a good Republican, a man who has always fought for Kansas and the uplift of her citizens. He was born in Indiana and reared on a farm, where he worked well until he became a young man and came to Kansas in 1881, where he continued as a farmer boy. He has worked hard all his life, both in the field and in clerical positions. He is 56 years of age and is a WYLIE COOK, Republican Candidate grandfather, but in appearance he looks like a man of 35 years. He was county clerk of Labette county, and was Assistant State Auditor under the late George Cole, who was one of Kansas' leading and loyal business men and Republicans. Mr. Cook was in the banking business at Kansas City for a number of years and served as chief of police of that city. When appointed of Assistnnt Treauer under Mr. Earl "The Birth of a Nation!" We congratulate the censor board of Kansas for stopping the exhibition of "The Birth of a Nation" in this state. The Superintendent of Public Instruction, Attorney General, Governor and Secretary of State compose the board, and they have the right spirit for Kansas. It was never intended that Kansas should go back on what she advocates; that is, the rights of her citizens to be protected, and that all citizens are on an equality before the law. We are surprised that so many pretended intelligent white 1914, several of the passengers and crew of the Liberia died from scurvy, among them Mrs. Lewis husband. Upon these deaths is based the charge of manslaughter against "Chief" Sam, according to Mrs. Lewis, who added that the promised reception in Africa had not been arranged and that the natives were apparently hostile. Chief Sam has been arrested in Africa and is now being held for murder and other offenses. We presume his followers will be convinced now that he was a fraud to some extent. or State Treasurer Akers he was serving as commissioner of elections for Kansas City, Kan. He has also served in other minor positions, such as committeeman for his party, and has always been instrumental in supporting someone for office whom he thought was capable and competent, and has always been successful in his undertakings. He has a host of friends all over Kansas, is well known and well acquainted with the leaders of his party. It can be said for him that he never sought any of the appointive offices that he has held in the past, but the positions have sought him, and on several occasions he has refused positions on account of something better, or e for Nomination for State Treasurer. that he did not care to accept. He has proven himself to be so well qualified and efficient to fill any position that he has ever been offered that it is common for him to have an offer made at any time. This speaks well for him and shows that he is an upright, honest, straightforward gentleman who, if elected to the office of Treasurer of Kansas, will fill it with honor and credit. people are so eager to have this inferior picture played, which causes so much prejudice and friction between the races. The play was written by Thomas Dixon, author of "Leopard Spots and "The Clansman," and whose purpose is to degrade the Negro and the Union soldier and boost the "lost cause" of the rebels and portray to the American people that Jeff Davis and his gang were right. The Ku-Klux Klan, organized just after the war in the southern states, was for the purpose of overriding the emancipation of the Negro and the defeat of the rebel army. Colored men were suppressed and murdered by the Ku-Klux Klan because they wouldn't Price $1.50 Per Y bow to the indignities imposed upon the ex-slaves. If Mr. Dixon and his crowd want to be fair about portraying the "birth of a nation," they should start out with Abraham Lincoln emancipating a race, thereby making a new nation on this continent, cementing the North and the South, and eradicating slavery, and thus display the rise of the colored man as well as the rebel soldier who held the slaves in bondage for years. Both factions have improved wonderfully since the war, and a picture of this kind would have been appropriate. Instead of portraying the black soldier trying to outrage a young white girl, he could have pictured the slaves protecting the wives and families of the rebels when the latter were fighting to keep them slaves. Instead of portraying the colored Lieutenant Governor trying to force a white woman to marry him, he could have pictured the thousands of slave-holders who were living in open adultery and raising families by colored women. This shown upon the screen would probably have had a different effect upon the American white man. We hope that all the northern states will stop this outrageous picture of Dixon, who is a hater of the colored race and also of the Union soldier. There is nothing to the picture but immorality, strife and riots. Mrs. Amanda Richard is on the mend again. Mrs. Mary Jane Vining is on the sick list. The little son of Mr. and Mrs. James Gray is ill. Mr. Jerry Spencer was injured at No. 15 mine last week. Mr. Parcy Thursman is on the sick list, but is improving. Mrs. Puckens and son arrived here last week from Birmingham, Ala., to join her husband and make their home in Croweburg. Miss Myrtle Gray served a swell lunch at her home Sunday. A nice time was reported by those present. Mr. George Porter of Oklahoma is here visiting his son and daughter, Mr. Fred and Mias Pearl Porter. Rev. Charles Ford of Pittaburg preached at the St. John Baptist church Sunday, morning and evening. Mr and Mrs. George Reed gave a dinner on the 16th in honor of Mr. Reed's forty-seventh birthday anniversary. He received a number of presents. Everyone present reported a nice time. Mrs. Celia Hornbuckle is quite ill. Mrs. Anule Coleman is on the sick list. Mrs. Margaret Callaway is on the sick list. Willie McDaniel is improving at this time. Mrs. Hulda Bell of Cherokee visited Mr. and Mrs. J. Carmichael last Sunday. Miss Katherine Dewberry of Yale visited Miss Myrtle Gray Sunday afternoon. Mr. Reed went to Coffeyville Thursday to attend the ministers' and deacons' meeting. Mrs. Field and little son are spending several days with Mr. and Mrs. R. B. Slaughter. Mrs. Amy Evans was called to the bedside of her sister in Alabama. Mr. Prentis Goodman and Miss Crystal Wilson and Mr. Ray Manfield of Pittsburg and Miss Viola Peachie of Chetops, were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. R B Slaughter Sunday. Lunch was served and they all reported a nice time. Mrs. Laura McAllister of Pittsburg was visiting in Croweburg last week. Mr. George Wilson of Kansas City was in our town last Sunday. A fine boy arrived at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Gamble January 19th. Mother and son are getting along nicely at this time. Rev. Smith, presiding elder of the A. M. E. church held his quarterly meeting Wednesday night, January 19. A rally was given by the Mission Sisters at the St. John Baptist church last Sunday for the purpose of raising funds to pay off the indebtedness of the church. They had quite a success, the total amount of money raised bieng $60.01. A program was rendered and several from Girard and Edison to assist in the rally. Progress of the Race in Our Sister State. By THEO. BAUGHMAN. Special Scribe. OKLABOMA CITY. When the weather man is able to put the quietous on your scribe, then you put it in your pipe and smoke it; that a blizzard of small magnitude has been sweeping the country. This state has been truly in the hands of ice and everything that resembles ice, but the colored man has fared well, all things considered. There've been much suffering, but the walls have come from poor white folks. Thousands upon thousands of rabbits have been slaughtered; yes, "Be'er Rabbit" caught some killing, and selling three for 25cts, helped the poor man as well as the other fellow. The one-gallus politician is here, still married to his pet hobby, "kill off the nigger," and while there have been a few preliminary bouts, the fatal blow has not been struck just yet. Take it form your scribe, however, that there are a large crowd of cheap statesmen (?) who believe the only way to win notoriety, is yell "nigger," God, Himself couldn't get a hearing, if he desired to cure them of their prejudice, and we've about: decided that the best thing for the Negro to do, is to say: "Lay on McDuff, and damned be he who first cries, hold, enough." It's a long lane that has no turn," but the end will be reached before long. One lawmaker, realizing his importance, at the very outset, flung defiance at the Supreme Curt's annulling of the grandfather clause, and had to be reminded that he was about to get on sacred grounds. If a man stands for right in their august body, he's almost certain to be daubed, "nigger lover." I am aware, Bro. Chiles, that you are not much given to "free doings," but you will have to "grin and bear it" a little while, and just as soon as Oklahoma can get rid of Kansas weather, the nickles will start your way. Our friends are still here, but the problem which confrotns us, is how to get to them. Not only Oklahoma humans in the cities but our people who reside in all parts of the state, are requested to save money for us until we get there. Death did not stop his visit here on account of the weather, and Mrs. Lydia Smith, whose husband owns the Melrose rooming house, a two-story brick on California street, died at her mother's residence. These people formerly resided at Topeka, Kansas. Miss Beatrice Youngblood, a 19-year-old miss of Harrold, Okla., also yielded to tuberculosis. When one of our race goes into business, and succeed, by selling goods as cheap as any one else, and as good, we believe in doffing our hat to that person. About a year ago a cultured, practical business woman in the person of Mme. Lydia R Buchanan, opened a millinery store at 2:00 N. Walnut street, Oklahoma, and by injecting business methods into her business, the race is able to boast of an up-to-date "hat shop," where you can select not only the latest in hats, but all goods carried by an expert milliner. Mrs. Buchanan is truly an expert that makes and has the distinction of being able to make any style of hat. Considerable money has been spent to make the place modern, and Mrs. Buchanan, being a lady of culture, treats all with courtesy. The place is indeed a credit, and she tries to keep everything in her line, enjoys a nice trade. In conversation with this excellent lady, she said she had a surprise for the public, when the spring season opens. The race could well afford to have more women of Mrs. Buchanan's culture. Down in Dixie Land—Gohad, Tex.—about 46 years ago, Dr. A. B Whittry was born, and since his advent into this world, he's displayed signs of a great man, and all along, he has verified what his friends thought. When a small boy he attended the Jones Male and Female Institute of Gollad, organized by Dr. G. I Sarnes, a leading colored physician, and Dr. C. H. Westerbrooks, deceased. After attending there for a few years, Dr Whittry left and matriculated at Guadalupe College, Seguin, Texas, which at that time, was ably managed by that Christian gentleman, Dr. J. H. Garrett, now president of the Baptist College at Macon, Mo. Dr. Whittry claims that his making was the influences he received from the life of this good man and his excellent wife. In fact, he shaven his life after them and has struggled to be as near like them as possible; and if he's anything, he attributes it largely to Dr. Garnett. He next entered Clark University of Atlanta, Ga., in the year of 1890. He registered in also entered the college department, under Prof. W. H. Crogman, a distinguished Greek scholar. Dr. Whittry was not satisfied at having all in his head, but desired his hands trained, and finished from the carriage making department. Being ambitious, and desiring to be a truly prepared man, entered Fisk University, from which school he finished with the degree, A. B. After graduation, he went straight to George R. Smith, College, Sedalia, Mo., as head of the department of science; in fact Dr. Whittry established said department, and built up a good one. During his summer vacation, he pursued a course in dentistry. After five years of zealous toil, helping scores of Negro boys and girls, he ```markdown ``` [Name] MR. J. J. COTTON, ESQ. The above is successful colored business man of Oklahoma, City, a SIJINGVALE OIL AND The above cut is that used by the Negro oil company on the land on which they have seen drilling for The above is successful colored true friend of The Topeka Plainbusiness man of Oklahoma, City, a dealer. 1 SIJINGVALE OIL AND GAS COMPANY'S "RIG." The above cut is that used by the oil. The above is a valuable piece Negro oil company on the land on machinery, which they have seen drilling for Bethel Drug Co., no. 317 East Second street, Oklahoma City, is a stitely first-class colored enterprise. It has been going for five years. The store is neatly arranged, with everything to be found in any up-to-date place. There is a sub-post-office in connection with the store. That brilliant man, Dr. H. L. Wylie, is manager. Such places are the kind that bring to our race recognition. Head Walter J. Ragland of the Skirvin were out, and after the exercises each head waiter accepted One of our worthy men, who owns some desirable property at 201 North Walnut street, is Mr. James Flinn. It is a two-story brick, the first floor being occupied by colored business men and women, and the upper floor is being used by Mr. Flinn as sleeping apartments. There are fourteen rooms, all nicely furnished. The Flinn Flats are among the best sleeping places for the race in Oklahoma City. This worthy man holds a position with the Knight & Beck Clothing Company, one of the largest firms in the city. Such men as Mr. Beck are planting solidly, and we regard that we haven't more men like him. One of the beautiful services that your scribe attended here in Oklahoma City was the special services for hotel men at the A. M. E. church Sunday, January 23, when Rev. T. H. Wiseman, the able was called to Langston University, where he again established the science department, and in that school he apent another five years, doing yoeman service. Dr. Whittry was the first colored man to pass the examination as a dentist of the state, and it was given him that he made the best average of any man in the state, and he's recognized as one of the leading dentists, regardless of color in Oklahoma. Since the day he opened his dental parlors, ten years ago, there's not been a day that he has not had all he could do. After a visit to same, the scribe must pronounce the Whittry parlors modern in every respect, and this man easily takes the front rank as one of the strongest men we have. His palatial residence is modern—one of the best owned by the race anywhere, and Mrs. Whittry is one of our cultured, Christian women, who makes it an ideal home. There are four interesting boys, and all in all in the Whittry family all are true standard bearers. 1 true friend of The Topeka Plain-dealer. GAS COMPANY'S "RIG." oil. The above is a valuable piece of machinery. with an eloquent sermon. It was food for thought, and should have a lasting impression on the waiters, about fifty, all told. One of the features of the occasion was the sweet singing by the excellent choir, an exceptionally strong organization. Head Waiter H. K. Williams of the Lee-Huckins and Head Waiter J. Ragland of the Skirvin were out, and after the exercises each head waiter accepted the invitation to call collection. Mr. Williams succeeded in "lifting" $16.05 and Mr. Ragland $10. The church was tastily decorated and the lady ushers saw to it that each one was properly seated. Rev. Wiseman appealed to the young men to be strong, as the race was sadly in need of strong men; that he is tired of telling the Negro how to die, but he wanted to see him live right. It was an imposing scene, and your scribe believes that everyone present was greatly benefited. This meeting was under the auspices of the stewardess board, and Mrs. Huffman, in a very acceptable manner, served as master of ceremonies. Not a few popular Negro educators visited Oklahoma City Saturday and Sunday, presumably for the purpose of arranging for the coming Teachers' Association meeting and to look after other edrea noticed Profs. Cacear of Shawney, Day of Okmulgee, Bryant of Muskogee, Hilburn of Langston, Johnson of Duncan, Watson of Langston, Page of Langston and the only Prof. J. R. Hogan, mayor of Langston, teacher in Langston College, and a live wire in this state. Yea, Mogan wields much influence HON. HENRY C HAWKINS, one attorneys. THE NEW YORK TIMES HON. HENPY C HAWKINS, one Ok'ahoma City's leading colored attorneys. Rev. T. H. Wiseman the eloquent speaker, unexcelled baritonist and theologian, is a living evidence of what preparedness means for the colored race, as everywhere he is assigned he "rings the lacon home." At present this polished son of Ethiopia is acceptably filling the position of pastor at Avery A. M. E. church, a $15,000 brick structure with a membership of 500. It is obly officiated by some of the best colored men in Oklahoma City, among them T. H. Traylor, Dr. W. H. Slaughter, Dr. Haywood, Lawyer Hawkins, B. W. Morris, Barber Jackson, Mr. Harrison, George Parks and others. The church is lighted by electricity, has modern pews, a pipe organ, and one of the best choices in the state. The church has a gallery, as well as a basement where entertainments are held. The reception is also a good one, recently made modern at an expenditure of $500. With Wiseman at its head the church is marching on to victory. Ethnology is alive, and a work is being accomplished. It is always a pleasure for someone to make mention of a man who is doing so much along the way of building, and when it comes to Dr. Wiseman we M. M. PR J H. JENKINS. The above cut is that of a successor good ful cafe man at 11 W California St. Oklahoma City He is making the People's Cafe go; "you want some- The script. in knocking about through the world, meets scores of excellent people—folks who have prepared themselves for useful citizenship. A couple of the race who are above the average are Mr. and Mrs. A. H. Gray, residing at 112 West Noble street. This man is a trusted employee of the Pullman company, his run being on, the Frisco between Oklahoma City and Joplin, Mo. Before going into this service Mr. Gray taught school in Arkansas. As a helpmeet he has a very accomplished woman, Mrs. Gray having spent five years in the school room as a teacher. This lady down this way, and about every time his enemies think they have killed him off he comes back very strong. We pull our hat off to this chap. We did not "nose off" to what these fellows were fixing to do, as the most of them carry their tomahawks, and they are not afraid to use them. * Okahoma City's leading colored get a peculiar pleasure, as the church and race have no greater hushman, and we predict that before many moons he will occupy his bishop's chair. He is not only a man of letters, but one with varied experiences, having traveled extensively and attended some of America's foremost colleges and conservatories of music. In Dr. Wiseman the race has, besides a great preacher, one of our foremost dramatic readers. In fact, he is well prepared for the work he is doing. Under his able leadership our race is compelled to be better. He has a working bunch of members, and the A. M. E's. rank among the leaders in religious circles. He gave your 'scribe a chance to "spew" out some of his oratory in behalf of the old bake-ax Plain-dealer. The feature of his church is a No. 1 choir. In the race everywhere try to measure up to Rev. Wiseman. He is not a selfish man, and he has a way of making friends of all. His success, in no small degree, must be attributed to his excellent wife, who comes from one of the best families of Kansas. In fact, he gives her credit for his success. She is the power behind the throne. JENKINS. ing good to eat, see him. He's in that city. He is in connection with rinsed heal and trained hands. These good people spent the holidays in Pine Bluff and Little Rock. A.k., visiting relatives and friends. We wish all our people could measure up to these good people. Mr. L. W. Ellis, a practicen shocmaker at 120 East Grand St., Oklahoma City, is not only an expert workman, but head of the Odd Fellows of Oklahoma City, having been elected Noble Grand in December. It is at the head of Pride of Oklahoma No. 3494, with a membership of 42 good men. There is another Odd Fellows lodge with a membership of nearly 50. Mr. Ellis Mississippi, and informed us that he was making good. Such young men are a credit to us. He owns a good home and stands for every move which means race elevation. The Crescent Cafe, at 9 West California street, Oklahoma City, is one of the well regulated eating places. The proprietor, Mr. W. H. Hopkins, sees to it that his guests receive every consideration. He is an old Texas boy, and like the majority of our people from that state is a real door. He is a property owner, and his wife is one of our good women. They are readers of our paper. The Crown Barber Shop and Billard Parlor, owned and operated by Mr. J. J. Cotton, at 11 California stred', Oklahoma City, is a place where at all times you find large crowds of our people, and the best of order. Thirty-five hundred dollars have been expended to make the place modern, and ten of the race are regularly employed. Cotons Smoke House is stocked with all the leading brands of cigars, tobacco, etc. There are five hydraulic chairs, and only artists of the first rank are employed. There are seven up-to-now billiard and pool tables, and the players are many. Mr. Cotton, in our opinion, has one of the best regulated places in the state of Oklahoma. A lady cashier, Miss Annie Figuers, is employed, which assures the best of order. Every department is in safe hands, and places like Cotton's are a credit to the race. The People's Cafe, at 14 California street, Oklahoma City, in the Traylor building, is one of the places where you get what you want to eat, and it will be cooked right. The congenial proprietor, Mr. John Jenkins, has surrounded himself with a coterie of expert chefs and waiters, and if you want good eating call on him. He is only half a block from the Santa Fe station. One of the disciples of Blackstone is Hon. Henry C. Hawkins, a former Kansan, hailing from Kinsley, Kan. He has studied law under some of America's leading legal lights, and by being an able man is rapidly winning his way into the front ranks of his chosen profession. All legal matters entrusted to him are carefully looked after. He is a credit to the race and Oklahoma City. Mrs. Mary Bacon, who lived at her brother's residence, on rural route No. 10, box A88, Olkahoma City, died Saturday, January 15, and was buried Wednesday, the 19th. Mr. and Mrs. James Stoner of Sherman, Texas, attended the funeral. Deceased was a member of the Church of God. A new enterprise at Oklahoma City that is commendable is the Yale Drug Co. B is a race enterprise at 203 East First street, and by the lavish outlay of money we have a drug store that is second to none. It is owned and operated by Messrs. W. W. Randolph and W. T. Cook, young business men. In connection with the drug store, the soft drink department is first class and the smoke house contains all of the leading brands of cigars, etc. This store is neatly arranged and, being in the hands of an expert pharmacist, will succeed. We are always glad to mention such enterprises as the Yale drug store. The "B. A. and B." merchant tailors, at 224 East First street, Oklahoma City, is a colored enterprise that is entitled to be encouraged. Messrs. Necho Appling, L. C. Bush and R. L. Barnes are three expert tailors—prepared men—and by doing their work right enjoy a nice trade from both races. The place is neatly kept and it is all business. Mr. Barnes is an old time friend of the scribe, and in him the Negro race has an ideal young man. This yellow rubbed his head against the walls of Tuskegee, and when he left that great school he started to make history, and is still toiling to help elevate our people. Your scribe called on those young men and found them busy. Mr. Barnes is president of the Tuskegee club, recently organized in that city. Dr. W. P. Pipkin, the able pastor of Howard Metropolitan C. M. E. church at Oklahoma City, is still delivering the goods and the flock still love him. A large crowd attends the church and manifests much interest in the work of the church. For ten years Rev. Pipkin has been preaching, and being called by the Master and being a prepared man, his success is assured. He has a membership of 160 and the edifice, a stone structure, is easily worth $10000. New pews costing $700 have been recently installed. If you preach the gospel and live right the people will take care of you, and Dr. Pipkin is not worried. In two years he has paid off $1400 indebtedness and there is now no debt hanging over the church. He has just returned from and Hopkinsville, Ky., where he visited relatives and friends. visited relatives and friends. The Keystone Hotel, at 7 West Grand avenue, Oklahoma City, owned and managed by that popular hotel man, Mr. R, S. Gillespie, is easily one of the swellest places for the race in the country, and for genuine service and something to eat, cooked right, the Keystone leads. The grill room is especially attractive and the coterie of waiters see to it that you get a run for your money. Everything is modern and the guests are entertained with music while they eat. There are twent-five rooms, sanitary in every respect. It must be given to Mr. Gillespie when it comes to conducting a high class place. The Teachers' Association, which will convene here February 11, will maintain headquarters at this hotel. The Keystone never closes its doors, and we are glad to say that the race are liberal toward same. Mr. Gillespie is a broad-minded fellow, and when your scribe first hit Oklahoma City he sacrificed and went about with him. He is one colored man in business who has a pleasant word for all. In fact, he is a practical business man. It was our pleasure to meet that THE MUSEUM OF ART AND SCIENCE EDITOR C. N. MORAN, THE COUNTY CITY OF CLEVELAND. The Gazette, Oklahoma City, Okla. The above is the likeness of a young colored man who is entitled to praise. He has toiled against odds, to give the race a newspaper, and by his "stickability" he's convinced all that he possesses the material out of which good men are made. He is running a creditable newspaper and job printing out-fit, and the race should take care of him. DR. A. B. WHITTRY. one of the best dentists, regardless of color, who is doing nicely in Oklahoma City. scholarly gentleman, Prof. Frank Hilburn, who for a dozen years has been engaged in teaching "the young 'dea how to shoot.' At present he is at Langston College, head of the biology department, where he is making himself felt. He is a Texan, having finished at Tillotson College, Austin, Texas, with the degree of A. B., and also finished at Carnegie College, of O'lo, and the folks there were convinced that the brilliant young man was entitled to the degree of B. S. As an educator the race has few men who rank ahead of P. of Hilburn. He told us that Langston College, all things considered, was moving along fairly well. This gentleman served as superintendent of the Paul's Valley, Okla., colored city school and Purcell school, and resigned the same to accept his present position. Such men are an compromising enemies to ignorance and are made of the proper material for race leaders. The colored man in he music line at Oklahoma City has made quit a showing, and there are some true musicians there. We met Mr. A. T. Kerr, a pianist and violinist of the best in the United States and he informed us that they have three orchestras, one twenty-two piece brass band, of which Prof. Kerr is president of all of the above. There are a dozen Negro music teachers in the capital city of Oklahoma, and rapid tribes are being made along this line. Fully 500 colored homes have pianos in them, representing many thousands of dollars. As to Prof. Kerr, your scribe is intimately acquainted with this family, which is a very large one, and each member is a musician, playing every known instrument, and as well as anyone. This cian, not a "walking musician," and as a rule delivers the goods. He is identified with all the leading secret organizators The Oklahoma C'ty wrtle-up, with cuts, will be continued, and if INTERIOR KEYSTONE HOTEL The above cut is that of the interior of the Keystone Hotel 7 W. Grand street, Oklahoma City, Okla., one of the best conducted places for STONE HOTEL the race is that of the in-above critic Stone Hotel 7 W. race, ent in thema City, Okla., is seeing to conductrd places for test of ev- THE STREETS OF BOSTON INTERIOR KEYSTONE HOTEL the race in Oklahoma. Service is The above cut is that of the in- above criticism and the best of the interior of the Keystone Hotel 7 W. race, cut in this place. Mr. Gillmaple Grand street, Oklahoma City, Okla., is seeing to it that the race gets the one of the best conducted places for best of everything. M. MR. A. HALL The above I. a successful business what man of Oklahoma City, Okla., and good his grocery store is a credit to the ace. Thecribe visited same at 307 E. First street and found a stock epresening several thousand dollars. One of the new and deserving enterprises to open its doors in Oklahoma City, is the grocery store and meat market of Mr. A. Hall, at 307 E. First street. The scribe was lifted off his feet when he walked into this magnificent store. The stock has been selected with care, and its one of the best regulated grocery stores owned by the race in the state of Oklahoma. A high-priced soda fountain has been installed, and soft drinks of all kinds are dispensed. The confectionery department has not been overlooked, and you get THE NEW YORK TIMES M. H. M. H. LD. CR KOSCOE DUNJEE The above cut is that of Ettor sorefully pr Koscoe Durjee a young man who "Youch" a 2 entered the jou.nall.t.c fl. m.a | Oklahoma City that of Ettor carefully g ng man who "Youch" a 2 e fl. u.s. Oklahoma City The above cut is that of E. E. Orr, a greatly publishing "The Black Roscoe Durjee a young man who "Yewatch" at 2920 East First Street, entered the jou.nill.t.c fl... a.s | Oklahoma City, Ok'a. He is well you fail to see your business mentioned in this issue it will appear later. Also, we will visit every Negro home here, and please be ready to encourage with what you owe and with new subscriptions. the race in Oklahoma. Service is above criticism and the best of the race, cent in this place. Mr. Gilmaple is seeing to it that the race gets the best of everything. HALL what you want a long this fine. The grocery, picper, is stocked from pit to dome with fresh grocals in the rear of this large store, Mr. Hall has his neat market, this being under the supervision of an expert renter cutter in the room of Mr. Ben Rogaga. Hall, Farley Grocery, as the store is known represents an out-lay of $2500, and three of the race are employed. We take special interest in mentoring this store, because its a double enterprise. The proprietor, though a young man, owns considerable valuable property, about eight houses and lots, and is full of past. He's entitled to succeed and we trust the race will see out it that the store is made a pleasant venue. He is a train letter friend and on cruages the power with financial assistance, notro God 'he's your Ch ho kir dis th b'e ma fo J Lo faily publishing "The Black watch" at 2282 East First Street, kilhern City, Ok'a. He is well MillsSuresCo Women's and children's auto hoods and knit caps ---less than $ _{2}^{1} $ -price Included are the season's very latest styles and weaves. Some would sell regularly for $1.00, some for $1.50 and some for $2.00; on sale at less than 1/2 price—and there is more than two months of cold winter weather ahead of us, yet Up to $1.00 values Up to $2.00 values Wools and many styles, there are auto ors, there are fine, there are fine, school wear—worth up to sale ... 6c laces 10c and 14c 86c to 50c The family mand for trim remaining stock them at reman way. Wools and mercerized; many, many styles, shapes and weaves. There are auto caps of most all colors, there are women's caps and there are fine, warm caps for girls' school wear—knit caps and hoods worth up to $1.00 on sale ..... 27c This second lot consists of auto hoods and women's and girls' fancy hoods for street wear. There are white ones with most all color trimmings and there are plain and fancy colored effects—$1.25, $1.50 and $2.00 caps and hoods ..... 43c 6c laces ..... 3½c a yard 10c and 15c laces..... 6c a yard 85c to 50c all-overs..... 19c a yard The famous Zion City laces—he very laces now in greatest demand for trimming undermuslins and children's dresses. A jolibert's remaining stock; h. odd bolts, broken lines and mixed lots—we bought them at remarkably low prices and we are going to sell them the same way. 5c laces...3 1.2c Dainty Val. edges and insertions and heavier laces for those who suffer them—a great lot of regular 5c laces on sale, per yard ..... 31.2 10c-15c---6c In this lot are beautiful Vals. and Oriental lace edges, a variety of Venise bands and a lot of (0) he MARY HARRIS MISS OCTAVIA C. LONG. A. B. The Plaindealer finds special please in giving the reading public the likeness of this polished young woman, the teacher of English-Latin in The Plaindealer finds special pleas- the Faver High school of Guthrie, ure in giving the reading public the and we have very few women who likeness of this polished young wo-excell her along educational lines. man, the teacher of English-Lat'in in and favorably known, and being a man of both push and ability, nothing else but success can be expected. His article in a recent issue, "Shall Justice Triumph?" was one of the most we read and he hit some telling bows against the "frame up" legislature. Editor Dunjee is, each week, during the session, addressing personal letters to that lawmuking body in behalf of the colored race, and having secured permission from the speaker, put his paper, containing the manly appeal in the hands of members of both houses. The Oklahoma News, a white paper, commenting on same said: "You have met for the express purpose of further denying black men the right to vote," said a prominently displayed article addressed to members of the special session, appearing on the first page of "The WEIR, KANSAS. The Stewardess sisters of Wurd's Chapel, A. M. E. church met at the home of Mr. and Mrs. William Working on Monday, January 24th and distributed out $1250 worth of things to the needy children. "God bess the cheerful giver, that they may live long, and do great work for the Lord." Mr. and Mrs. J. Lalus visited Mrs. Hogans of Girard on the 9th Master Ralph Carron is on the sick list. Mr. and Mrs. A. R. Phillips received their credentials from G. M., George McNeal and he and she are 27c mercerized; many, shapes and weaves. No caps of most all col- lore women's caps and warm caps for girls' knit caps and hoods $1.00 on 27c 43 This second lot of hoods and women's hoods for street w white ones with trimmings and the and fancy colored $1.50 and $2.00 ca- and hoods 27c A great sale of laces 15c laces.....1 c all-overs.....1 amous Zion City laces...he very laces now mming undermuslins and children's dreas k; h. odd bolts, broken lines and mixed l orkably low prices and we are going to sell ON SALE IN THE BARGAIN BASEMENT (ON SALE IN THE BARGAIN BASEMENT.) the Faver High school of Guthrie. and we have very few women who excell her along educational lines. a Black Dispatch," Negro paper published here. By permission of the presiding officers, the paper was distributed to members of the two houses. "We have reduced our illiteracy in it from 42% per cent to 17% per cent during the years that you have held in effect the grandfather clause, which statute demanded that we should read and write," said another paragraph. Editor Dunjee is full of fight, and we need more race defenders. We called at his well upped office, and found, Mr Horner Wallace, a practical printer in charge. They print both a new paper and do all kinds of high-class job printing. Mr. Dunjee is not only a newspaper man but a successful truck former, owning forty-two acres adjoining the city for which he refused $20,000. Our race needs more young men like Dungee. now deputies of the U. B. F. and S. M. T. Little Hazel James is on the sick list at this writing. The members of Saint John Baptist church are working faithfully for the rebuilding of their church. The Junior choir of Saint John church gave a leap year party Monday night at Crowe's hall. Rev. J. W. Johnson says he is proud to see his young people take such an interesting part in the church as they do, and he wishes them to continue. The B. W. C. club met at the home of Miss Mabel Watkins, Wed- Up to $2.00 values shadow laces in widths up to 8 inches—regular 10c and 15c laces, per yard ..... 6c 35c·50c laces...19c This is the largest lot of all—hundreds and hundreds of bolts. There are beautiful pattern all-overs and handsome net laces up to 36 inches wide—the very laces now in great demand for yokes, guimps, waistbands and over-dresses—regular 35c 40c and 50c laces on sale, per yard..... 19c 43c lot consists of auto men's and girls' fancy sweet wear. There are with most all color and there are plain colored effects—$1.25, 100 caps 43c. ces 3½c a yard 6c a yard 19c a yard now in greatest de- dreases. A jobber's fixed lots—we bought to sell them the same nesday night. The general business was carried on, after which a delicious luncheon was served and then they adjourned until ext meetthen they adjourned until next meeting which will be with Miss Henrietta Stewart. Teachers meeting Tuesday night at the home of Rev. and Mrs. Eatmon. The young people are working hard for the benefit of the new A. M. E. church. Mr. and Mrs. A. Carson, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Johnson, were visitors at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Watkins, Sunday evening. Miss Mabel Watkins, Pearl and Gertie Dillard, visited Miss Elnora Carson, Sunday. Miss Henrieata Stewart is numbered among the sick. Those wishing to send news to The Plaindealer, see Miss Mabel Watkins. Mrs. Laura Marshall, of Pittsburg visited' Mrs A. R. Phillips on Wednesday evening. Mr. Eddy King, Miss Haily, Mr. and Mrs. Lee and Miss McWilliams, spent the 12th in Weir City at the home of Prof. King and wife. Mr. and Mrs Burkes, of Muskogee, Oklahoma, are visitors in the city. The cantata, composed of forty voices, was rendered recently at the city Auditorium under the auspices of the A. M. E. church. It was a grand success. Rev. Ellis preacted a good sermon Sunday night Rev. Warren's family arrived on the 12th from the South to be with him in carrying on his wonderful work. Miss Mattie Bensley was a Parsons visitor recently. Mrs. J. M. Bowling entertained Sunday in honor of Mrs. J. T. Geeder, who leaves for Tennessee Kaufmann's Market. Good Meats.. Home Made Sausage and Lard a Specialty—Fresh Fish Daily. Home Phone West 322. 532 Minnesota Avenue. KANSAS CITY. KANSAS. . ‘ 2 tiawn Z SS SEBEL Sey RI A ERIE Or TEM t + terete pecans # " - os 4 ° . ai i IB a a TC Cl a The Topeka Plaindealer < PeTABLASHBO IN 1999, NICK CHILE . . . . Bilter and Owner DHEO. BAUGHMAN . . Traveling Agent —_————_— “) SUBRORIPTI TES. on eer aera ereTTn 2 60 Biz Months ssidbiogeccaghes Tocee menthe siscisrmccsccseeess® 200 —__ ADVERTIOING BATES, PER MONTH, $2.00 PER INCH. 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The same charge applies to weddings and all long articles per- taining ¢o church or social affairs, Where it takes one column for an article wo charge 3c per line, We do not publish any long articles about any one person or thing un- lesa they are paid for, and our cor- respondeats are hereby notified to send thelr news in short squibs. Anyone that destres. long space, the correspondents are instructed to collect from according to the above rule, Six or seven words to the Hne, The atate of New York has pulled down the bars which pre- vented white men and colored men from engaging ‘n prize fights. Look out, Mr. Willard. Public sentiment mfay cause You to change your mind and again step in the ring with a colored fighter. He should he the last fellow in the world to draw the color line, a8 Mr. Johnson handed him the championship on a silver platter. —— POLITICAL NOTES. Phillipsburg News Dispacn: UV, L. Benton made Phillipsburg a short stop Monday, tarrying here during tke forenoon meeting up with a bunch of good fellows. Mr, Benton has been putting In some good licks in the interest of his candidacy for Congress ang you had better believe ia some worker. He informs us that in his travels over the ditrict he {s meeting with the best sort of en- couragement, and there {s no ques. tion about his gaining strength daily in & political way. Mr. Benton Je not interested alone in his own suc- cess but will be foung with hie sleeyea rolled up doing his durndest to help along every man on the Re- publican ticket. That is the sort of Republicans we like tying to. soe ‘The voters of Kansas will be cal- led upon to nominate and re-elect Hon, J. T. Botkin, secretary of state. ‘He, will have no opposition in the primaries and scarcely any at the general election, ag he is very popu- jar among all parties and classes. He is a big-hearted, generous, up- right Christin gentleman and {8 50 well liked by the people of Kansas that they will re-elect him by an overwhelming majority. ove ‘Mr, F. E. Nipps, chairman of the iboard of county commissioners will be a candidate for re-election and will have no opposition for the nomi- nation, He fs a staunch Republican and will be reelected almost with- opt opposition. He has made Shaw- nee County @ splendid commissioner and has run the county on a busi. neas basis, the same a he does the affairs of the Missouri Pacific Rail. Boad, of which he is in charge ir this city, He has worked honestly ang fearlessly in the upbuilding o! “the county and the voters are to b congratulated on having such a mal ashe to represent them in th commissioner's office, therefore the: have said to him, “Well done, thor good and faithful servant, you ma: erter into another term,” a 2. LOUISIANA, MO. ‘ — + Prof, Macklin of Hannibal was a speaker at the intellectual feast given by the M, E, church of Clarksville, of which Rev, Todd 4s pastor, Enroute home he stopped ia thie city and was the guest of Rev, L. R. Grant, and called at the otfee ef Dr, I. E, Moore, « The Galilee Mission Circle of the Baptist church, of which Mrs. Alll- , son is president, will give a leap year entertainment at the church February 4. We are giad to have Birs. A, Roberson with us once more, -, hat monster that has killed s0 «many in the North, Eust, South and West hac locaened his la grippe and we are glad to see so many faces again in the pews of the , ‘various churches, * oh. The A, M.sE, church is now, ron: Ze ~ = Ss oN _ | i ga na 9 — PG Ah Ss: — 3 a dss Oe MS ( \. AR re . A \ a: \\ OR . \\\ rt 0 ae California @y iy alifornia 6 has no winter Ae At all times you can enjo e - y the sea, the mountains, the golf links, the motor highways and the roses. You ought to visit the old missions, occanside resorts, summit of Me. Lowa, and Univeral City. Aik for "Cahfrata Outing and our othe Slanted Deklan of she | T. L KING, © P. &T, “Aes Tope. ; ning its annual revival, Ren Den- fel preached a soul-stirring sermon Monday night. We're sure all other churches will give their support, since all are fighting for one com: mon cause. The M. BD. church had its off- cial doard meeting and the follow- ing were elected: Mrs. C. P, Cov- ington, superintendent of Sunday achool; Dr. I, E. Moore, assistant superintendent; Mrs. I. B. Goins, lay detegate to conference; Mra. C. Covington, alternate; Misa Bessie Anderson, auperintendent of the Junior League; Mrs. Henderson, secretary of Foreign Mission So- ciety; Mre, Clark, president of ‘Home Misston Society; Mr. W. Da- vis, president of Methodist Brother- hood. Rev. Howell of the Baptist church preached a very excellent sermon on “The Concentration of Influence.” Rev. L. R, Grant was a speaker at the Intellectual feast given by the 3, E. church of Clarksville. Mr, and Mrs. Wm. Tucker last week celebrated their twentieth ane niversary and served a very elab- orate dinner, The following were the guests of honor: Rev, and Mrs, Grant, Master Rector Grant, Mrs. I. B. Goins ang Dr. 1. Ex Moore. ‘The guests spent a very pleasant evening and found Mrs. Tucker to be a very excellent cook and a unique housewife. We wish for the couple a long, happy and prosperous life. May God continue to unfold his divine mercies, pres- ence and blessings. Mrs, Mackey was in the city last week visiting her parents and friends. While here she was enter tained by Mrs. M. Reid. The Queen Esther Circle gave a cobweb entertainment Friday night at the parsonage which was a finan- cial success, The following appear- ed on the program: Miss Helen Go- ins, Miss J. Lynch, Mrs. L.-R. Grant, Miss N. Dovglas, Mr. Chas. Davis, Mrs. Goins and Dr. I. E. Moore. KINSLEY, KAN, The Kinsley young folks are plan- ning an opera house entertainment under the management of Mr. H. Sellers, Congressman Shouse’s em- ploye. Watch these columns for the names of the participants in the play. We have been experiencing some very colg weather in this vicinity lately, yet we believe it is a good ‘thing, for it makes us know we are living, Mr, L. Thomas has moved, Mra. Mary Thomas and the tn: fant daughter are both doing well. Miss M. Winchester has begun working for our sheriff and wife, Mr, and Mra. Maxey. Miss Estella Winchester has gone to the country to work for Mrs- James Hill, (rs, Major Martin is improving nicely from an attack of rheuma- tism. Mr. and Mrs, Alenzo Minnis are indiaposed. The electric light in the West End running up to and lighting the Second Baptist church is certainly an improvement. The ladies’ movement service at the Church of God was begun by Sister Marion Freeman, followed by our infant brother, Orion Freeman, ‘then by the senior sister, M. J. Winchester. They have all done well and should be praised in the highest for thelr very good efforts, The doy named, whe is only 12 years old, did exceptionally well. ‘The next one to exhort and conduct services js Sister A. P, Freeman, wife of Rew 0. W. Freeman, who was pastor of the Baptist church fo Larned. . Masters John and Jesse Freeman are convalescent. ‘ Mrs. Wuline Kimbraugh fs er ployeq at the H. Schnattleys resl; dence. Misa Marion Freeman {s again able to attend school. ‘The literary work in Kinsley is progressing nicely. We are driving toward a high mark. The qual de- bate which took place at the Kins- ley high school on the question, “Resolved, That the Monroe doctrine should be abandoned,” was certainly fine and interesting. The only col- ored attendants were Misses Pearl and Marion Freeman, We should attend more auch educational af- fairs as this, instead of mere mock minstrels and such trifling affaire. (Misses Ruby and Jeasle Paine were very pleasant visitors at the literary spcieties last week. They seem ‘0 be well pleased and are real well wishers. LINCOLN, NEB. The revival services which are being carried on at the A. M. E. church by Rew. J. $. Payne, as- sisted by the writer, pastor at Junction City, Kan. are a great success, We are: having a great outpouring of the Holy Ghost; five converted joined our Zion. Dr. Payne aug wife are loved by the people, and are doing much to build up the church of their choice. Bi. ble reading at Mrs. Jones’ on the 27th at 2 p.m. There is in the treasury of the trustee department $185. When spring opens up som things will be done and the 4. M E, church will be remodeled. ‘The ‘parsonage is filled up wit! every kind of eatables, and yet the; come. I just received a letter from Mrs Cora Broadnax at Junction City Kan., saying all is O. K. Wishing you success and wishing you t live long to continue battling fo: the rights of our people, I wil leave for Junction City next week J. A. BROADNAX, MAPLE HILL, KAN,» is " Iva Davis and cousin, Shermar Davis, of Paxico spent Sunday even- ing [n our little burg. Mrs. H. Helm, who was taker sick last Tuesday evening, is much better at the present writing. Mra. K. D, Officer of Paxige spent the last of the week with her sick sister, Mrs, Helm. Mr. Walter Green is on the sick list, Miss Amanda Oliver, who has been in Topeka the past week,.apent Sunday at home. Mr, and Mrs, M. Wallace. Mrs. Harriet Oliver and Rev. B. C. Duke, called on Mrs. H. Helm, whe has been quite sick, Sunday after- noon and found her much better, —_—_—_»———_—. COFFEYVILLE, KAN. . Messrs. Rufus Hunnigan and By: ron Martin have gone to Omaha, Quinoleum Is Queen af ae | rae | ‘ 2 1 eS fine.” JUST FOLLOW DIRECTIONS. Ours are the finest made prepara: tions for the Hair and Face. What we mantfactare— HAIR PREPARATIONS. Quincleum Hair Grower . . « 50¢ Quinoleum Hair Tonic... , + 50¢ Quinoleum Hair Shampoo . ..» . 25¢ FACE PREPARATIONS. ° Quinoleum Face Bleach . . . » 25¢ Quinoleum Face Cream... + 25¢ Quinoleum Camphor Ice. . « . 25¢ Dillard’s Little Liver Pille . . 25¢ A liberal sample of our new prep- arations, = fragrantly perfumed toilet powder and a velvety face powder in pink and flesh colors (brown) sent free with any order. Belt Phone West 1757. 26th and Parkway, Kansas City, Ks. QUINOLEUM €MANUFACTURING COMPANY. Val Blatz.2e BEE Ro. Drvitete, Missourt where they have secured good jobs. Mise Jeanette Bradford went to Kansas City, Mo, Sunday, where she will visit indefinitely. Mr. Chester McGee made a fly- ing trip to Kaneas City. Mise Ruby White was called to the bedside of her brother, who is sick in Cherrpvale. ‘The “Smart Set’ appeared at the Jefferson theater and it was well attended by the colored patrons, Qérs. Susie Kendall visited Mrs. E. Wickware Thursday and Friday while attending the board meeting of the eastern district. Mr, Earl Charles has accepted 8 position with the E. & M. Drug Company. The home of W. E. Love caught fire one day last week. The dam- age was slight. 1, S. Medlock and John Neely have opened a restaurant in the colored Odd Fellows” duilding. Rey, R. A. Cartwright of Par- sona attended the board meeting which convened in this city. ‘The Metropolitan Jubilee Singers rendered a good program at the A. M. E, chureh. Mrs. Carpue is numbered among the sick. Mr, Frank Pearson is taking treatment st Claremore, Okla. Mrs, George Gibson is in Clare- more, Okla., for her health. (First published in the Topeks Plaindealer January 28, 1916.) In the District Court of Shawnee County, Kansas, Mary A. Haynes, Plaintiff, vs. o~ Thomas A- Haynes, Defendant. PUBLICATION NOTICE. The Stato of Kansas to Thomas A, Haynes, Defendant: You are hereby notified that you have been sued for divorce in the District Court of Shawnee County, Kansas, in the above entitled cause, and that the petition In said sult was on the 25th day of January, 1916, filed in the office of the Clerk of the District Court of the above named county and state, and that unless you answer sald petition on or before the 11th day of March, 1916, the statements contained in sald petition will be taken as trus and judzment rendered against you tor @ divorce and such other relief as Is prayed for therein, JAMISON & JAMISON, Attorneys for Plaintiff, Attest: C. W, BOWEN, (Seal) Clerk District Court. Paice eee LANGSTON, OKLA. ‘We tre sorry to note the serious aceldent with which Mr. A. W. Lothlen, our transferman, met While loading a sack of coal, which was fastened with a wire, the wire struck him fn the eye. Mr, Lothlen has hed no wsezof. the q7e for, two |} = = Belt Phone Weat 8236 te ey, REV. McNEAL & FORREST B,-ANDERSON'S : 400 Minnegot® Ave., KansaS City, Kas. We solicit the best houses for Colored people—Pay us $25 down and $8 to $10 per month for three or four years, and we'll give you a house. . GOOD FARMS IN OKLA. COLO., MO., KANS., AND IOWA 200 Propositions to Select from—“It's Cheaper to Buy Than it is to Rent.” FURS AND HIDES WANTED.... eee =— Are you & trapper or deal- —— aes er dn furs and hides? We SR see | are always In the market ee CN for all kinds of hides and PER. wie -£ furs the year around at SA IS PFN oyhishest market values. 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The rem- <8 as : pin pes ahs edy contaifis medical prop- oot So Selec erties that go to the reote un | RAEN, fh, ase of the Hair, stimulate the SM Ly ie BYES y/ ska, helping nature do Beast bit eS Mgite/ its works Leaves the hair wai AG See riagh/ «soft and allky, Perfumed ue ie 4 Pee with's belm of a thousand 3 Pore Be, AEE flowers, The best knows y ee eae - remedy for Heavy and Bx. a es e- « Boautifol Plack Eyebrows, Na - aled restores Gray Halt to . —— ite Natural Color. S. D. LYONS, General Agent Price Sent by Mail 50 Cents—10 Cente Extra for Postage ' $14 East Second Street. Oklaboms City, Oklahoma weeks or more. We wish for him & speedy recovery: Rev, Lane of Guthrie was in the city one day last week. Miss Willa Pyrtle left last Tues- day for Boley to spend the-balance of the winter with her drother, Prof. Nolan R. Pyztle, principal of the Boley high school, The'moving picture show at the Baptist church was largely attend- ed. The manager, Rev. H, T- Rucker, was persuaded to show the second time, _Rev, J. D, Wilson has returned from Chandler te resume his schoo! work, ° | ‘Mr, Hannibal Russell has pur- chased a new Ford of the latest model, Mrs, Susie Hicks and son (tto, who have both been indisposed, are reported much improved. Mrs, Maud Dingus and children, Aurora and Efecta, have gone te Alabama, where Prof, Dingus is president of a school, Mrs, Longdon fs on the sick list. Miss Taylor of Perry, who viult: ed her cousins, the Misses Lothler and Mra, Dawson, a few days, re- turned home on account of the seri ous ilness of, her mother. Prof. Crawford, the dramatist appeared at the Baptist church “Jas Thursday evening, Everyone re ports the! money being well spent. Mrs. Mellssa Sexton is spending the winter in Wellington, Kan, with her cousin, Mrs, Nola Boone, Mrs, Margaret Lee, who bas been spending a few weeks with rela- tives, will leave within a gay .@r two for Denver, Col. Mr, and Mrs, P, W. Jordan celebrated thelr first wedding annl- versary last Saturday night, at thelr residence on Washington boue levard, Mrs. Pollard, who has spent some weeks in Taft with hee daughter, Mrs, Inez Burnett, whose husband {s in business there, is at home again, Rey. H, T. Rucker lectured at the Baptist church Sunday night ‘and fllustrated his lecture witle moving pictures. : —i——. EAST HILL M. B. CHURCH Sunday school at 10 a, m. Preaching at 11 a. m. Preaching at 8 p. m. B. Y, P. U. at 6:30 p.m. All are cordially invited to come ind worship with us. Pastor, Rev. L. D. Stevens, B. ‘017 South Hancock St, Topeks,,. Tanees. “ * ¢ is et --- --- 草 草 1. --- We are sorry to note the fact that Rev. Peter Rucker is very sick at his home, 824 North Tyler street. He is one of Topeka's old reliable Christian gentlemen and has done much for the uplift of the race in Topeka. He has been employed at the Union Pacific for some time. We hope for him a speedy recovery. It would be a kind act for his many old friends to visit him while he is sick. We are in receipt of an invitation from President N. C. Bruce, president of Bartlett Agricultural School at Dalton, Mo., requesting us to attend the ninth annual session on February 10 and 11. Everybody is invited to attend, and there will be several hundred farmers there this year. There will be a splendid program and addresses by prominent farmers and business men. Prof. Bruce is making this school one of best in the country, and it will be a real treat to visit it. ```markdown ``` Mr. Richard Orr, aged 100 years, died at his home on East Fourteenth street last Tuesday. He was born in Tennessee, and came to Kansas some thirty years ago. He was a faithful old man and a hard worker. His struggle has been very hard and the good people on Washington street and the East Side have helped him and his children as best they could. He leaves four children, the youngest of which is nine years old, and wife who is in the hospital at Osswatemie, to mourn his demise. --- ```markdown ``` --- The funeral of Mrs. Elizabeth Spalding was held from the Church of the Assumption, where she had been a member since her residence of twenty-five years in Topeka. She diced at her home, 804 East Thirteenth street, at the age of 71 years. She was an upright Christian woman; industrious and hardworking, and accumulated money and bought herself a home. She was a good neighbor and had many friends. She leaves two daughters and one son to mourn her demise. Interment was made in the Catholic cemetery. --- Mrs. M. B. Patterson Pitts passed away Saturday, January 8, at her home 1207 Lincoln street, after an illness of more than six months. Mrs. Pitts was born and reared in Topeka, coming from an old and well known family. She attended the public and high schools, and graduated with high honors. She also attended the State Normal at Emporia. After finishing there she taught for several years in the public schools. Mrs. Pitts was a young woman who stood high in the community and was well and favorably known. She was a favorite among her associates and will be sadly and greatly missed. She was a member of Mt. Olive M. E. church. She was married in May, 1912, to Mr. Lee Pitts of Kansas City, Mo. Rev Terrill, assisted by Rev. C. G. Fishback and Rev. Claggett, conducted the services. The floral tributes were profuse and beautiful. She leaves a husband, two brothers and a host of relatives and friends to mourn her demise. 视腿视 The editor attended the funeral services of Mrs. Spalding at the Church of the Assumption, and we must say that if there is any Christianity among white people it is in the Church of the Assumption. The colored Catholics of this town attend this church and are members, and receive the same consideration as the white members. We wish to commend Father McNerney for the way in which he conducted this funeral. He took pains to conduct the mass. His sermon was food for thought, and there was much to learn. We can appreciate a sermon, when it falls from the lips of a man like Father McNerney, who has no prejudice when it comes to treating people right and in a Christian way. Another thing we wish, to commend him for is his thoughtfulness. As this was a colored funeral and a bad day, there were very few colored people present, aside from members of the family of the deceased, about fifty in all. Father McNerney dismissed the parochial school, allowing the students to attend the services. We wish others would follow his example. The Knights and Daughters, Pages and Maids of Topeka are on the forward march to victory. We have 381 loyal Knights and Daughters in our ranks whose battle cry is, "Topeka must be taken for Tabor." Knowing that we are part of the greatest fraternal organization in the world, we have the uttermost confidence in success. Our order is growing, and much good is being done by the various Temples and Tabernacles. We are glad to say that the presiding officers are trying to do their whole duty, as we believe that where there is peace there will be success. We are all satisfied that the burial plan which was adopted by us one year ago is a success and has proven real benefactor to each of us. We have had five deaths since June, 1915, and it has cost each Sir Knight and Daughter one dollar. We still have left in the treasury of the burial committee $85.60. We pay $60 for the burial of a Knight or Daughter and are taxed 20 cents per member upon the death of a Knight or Daughter, which enables us to pay cash for a funeral and releases us from the burden of being in debt and makes it more pleasant for the man in business. We have a great many sick members that are being looked after by faithful Knights and Daughters. Our link has been broken in the last ten weeks by the death of three Daughters, one Maid and one Page. We own our hall at Thirteenth and Quincy street, and hope to build the coming spring a hall that will be a credit not only to our order but a credit to our race. The Daughters of North Topeka are planning to rebuild their hall also. We believe that every colored man and woman should be in this grand order of ours, founded by one of our race, and no other fraternal organization has done more to betepeople, so come and go with us and people, so come and go with us and we will do thee good. Fraternally, SIR WIL. BUFFINGTON, D. D. G. M. District No. 14. RESOLUTIONS. Whereas, By the hand of an All Wise Providence we have been called together to extend our sympathy to Sir Wm. Core, C. G. T. of the Kansas-Nebraska Jurisdiction, in his recent bereavement by the death of his wife, we realize that by the death of Mrs. Anna Core the order has lost a faithful and loyal member, and the family a faithful and loving wife and mother. We always regret to see our chain broken, but we believe that our Maker always does the best for us. We humbly bow to His will, saying: "Thy will be done." Therefore, be it Resolved, That the Temples and Tabernacles of District No. 14 extend to Sir William Core, C. G. T., their sympathy, and assure him that they stand ready to give him and family their united support. Fraternally submitted, Dgt. Anna Williams, H. P. Dgt. Emma Blackwell, H. P. Dgt. Frances Hardiman, H. P. Dgt. Nora Buffington, H. P. Dgt. Mayme Spradley, H. P. Dgt. Julia Askew, H. P. Sir U. A. Graham, C. M. Sir U. S. Grant, C. M. Sir Joe Walker, C. M. Sir Wm. Buffington,D. D. G. M. CARD OF THANKS We wish, to thank Pearly Rose Tabernacle No. 77 and our many friends who so willingly assisted during the recent illness and death of our ear beloved wife and mother; also appreciate the beautiful floral offerings sent by white and colored friends. Rev. H. W. White, Pastor. The Central Baptist church is still on the progressive road. The two clubs, the Sewing Circle and the Helping Hand, made their annual reports for the year 1915. The Sewing Circle reported $267,58, of which some of the members had given nearly forty dollars, one being the president, Mrs. A. Alexander, and another the vice president, Mrs. G. Miller. The Helping Hand reported $186. Some of these members gave nearly thirty dollars. They worked very faithfully with Mrs. McCoy as president. Both clubs have been untiring workers, for this amount does not include the money they gave on the collection table every Sunday. These clubs meet every week in the year, through sleet, rain or snow. They are faithful over a few things now, to become rulers over many. A a box of straightning oil FREE with every straightning comb...Price... $1.00. All kinds of hair goods for sale cheap. MRS. A. C. McCLELLAND TODD, Phone 2457 White. 1315 VanBuren St. ...The... Topeka Market S. G. MULLIN & CO. —Fresh and Cured— MEATS, FISH, OYSTERS, POULTRY, GAME. High-Grade Sousage, Our Own Make a Specialty 1017 Kansas Ave. — Phone 722 TABORIAN ROSTER FOR DISTRICT NO. 14, TOPEKA, KAN. Sir Wm. Buffington, D. D. G. M., 1047 College Ave. Macedonia Tabernacle No. 93—Meets first and third Thursdays. Mrs. Emma Blackwell, H. P., 926 North Topeka avenue. Pearly Rose Tabernacle No. 77—Meets first and third Wedensdays. Mrs. Anna Williams, H. P., 1157 Lane street. Clinging Rose Tabernacle No. 27—Meets second and fourth Fridays. Mrs. N. Buffington, H. P., 1047 College avenue. Golden-Eagle Tabernacle No. 31—Meets first and third Wednesdays. Miss Mamie Spradley, H. P., 1438 Lane street. Magdalene Tabernacle No. —Meets second and fourth Thursdays. Mrs. Frances Hardiman, H. P., 1801 South Kansas avenue. Palatium No. 3—Meets second Thursday evening. Sir R. Taylor Ch. Prince, Golden avenue. Pride of Topeka Temple No. 16—Meets second and fourth Fridays. Sir Wm. Buffington, C. M., 1047 College avenue. (Tiha roster will be completed in next issue.) All Sir Knights and Daughters of District No. 14, please give your Taborian news to Mrs. M. A. Johnson, 1328 Van Buren street. Sister Mary Davis-Taylor, 1008 Washburn avenue, continues on the sick list. Mrs. E. Blackwell, secretary, and Mrs. Anna Williams, treasurer of the burial committee of this district, made splendid annual reports. Under the leadership of Sir Wm Buffington, D. D. G. M., we are progressing nicely. NOTICE. NOTICE Topeka, Kan., Jan. 15, 1916. Dear Brethren: The executive board of the State Baptist Convention will hold its first quarterly meeting with the First Baptist church of Leavenworth, Kan., Rev, J. W. Hays, B D., pastor, on Thursday, February 5, and we are asking every district association, every church, every mission circle, every Sunday school and every B. Y. P. U. in the state to be represented at this meeting. Our work is in need of $500 and if everybody will do their duty we can raise that amount easily. Now, brother pastor, we have two Sundays between this and the meeting in Leavenworth, and we are asking every pastor in the state to take an after offering on the fifth Sunday in this month for our work. Dont forget the place and date, Leavenworth, February 3, 1916. Now, if you find that you cannot be present, send your money to C. G. Fishback, Cor, Sec., care Rev, J. W, Hays, 840 Miami St., Leavenworth, Kan., and you will be given credit for the same. W. A. BOWREN, Pres. C. G. FISHBACK, Cor, Sec. MR. CLARENCE LANGSTON PASSED TO A HIGHER LIFE! FORMER TOPEKA PRINTER RESPONDS TO THE CALL OF.. "THIRTY." A bright and useful life was closed Tuesday of last week when the great Foreman above sounded the call of "thirty" and the spirit of Mr. Clarence E. Langston was wafted to its Creator. The final "proof" had been corrected, and O. K. placed on every line of his "string," and the call of "thirty" found him bravely waiting to respond. The passing of "Cub," as he was known among his printer friends, is keenly felt not only among his fellow craftsmen, but by all with whom he chanced to have an acquaintance. It was a dozen or more years ago when young Langston entered the office of The Topeka Plaindealer for the purpose of learning the trade, and the writer gave him his first instruction in the printer's art. He was bright as a dollar, a good writer and learned rapidly. At the end of two years he was able to accept and hold a position on the Lawrence Daily World, where he remained nearly three years and made good. From there he went to Denver, where he held positions as foreman of some of the best white press rooms in that city. "Cub" was a finished workman and knew the printing business from every angle. Mr. Langston was a soldier, having seen service in the Philippines with the famous Forty-eighth and Forty-ninth. After two years of civilian life, he felt the call of his country and enlisted in G Troop, Tenth cavalry, and made a second trip around the world. Clarence Langston was a son of Mr. D. W. Langston, formerly of this city, but now a resident of Kansas City, Mo. He was born in Topeka thirty-two years ago, where he grew to manhood and was educated in the public schools. His was a busy life crowned with many brilliant achievements of success, and it seems hard to lose him just as he was about to enter the heyday of his manhood and usefulness. However, it is the will and way of a Divine Providence and all submit to the inevitable. It is written that all must die, so "be ye always ready." His was a life of readiness—one that followed and adhered to the Christian way, and gloried in the work of the Lord. He was a brilliant actor upon life's stage and played well every part assigned to him, and as the curtain was rung down upon the closing scene, he bowed his final exit amid the tears of a host of friends and well wishers who had watched his young life since he entered thereon and applauded his many acts of love and kindness, and they find consolation in knowing that the world is better on account of his having lived in it. He was our bosom friend, and we mourn with those bereaved. He is survived by his wife, little baby daughter, father, and two sisters, Miss Minnie Langston Todd and Mrs. Lelia Langston Caldwell. May angels guard his soul. I. S. FORMER TOPEKA GIRL LANDS GOOD POSITION In fulfilling a pledge made during the last campaign to the colored voters of Marion county, to not only appoint colored men, but a colored woman, as clerks in his office, and upon the recommendation of the Rev. G. Wm. Ward and other citizens, County Treasurer Sourbler, Wednesday appointed Miss Doneva W. Donnell to a clerkship, and she reported for duty Thursday morning. This is the first time in the history of the Republican party in Indiana that a colored woman has received an appointment in any public office, and "this act is not only a harbinger of "prepardness for the fuller enjoyment of public duties, but is a credit to the Republican party in the recognition of the Negro and its pre-election pledges. Miss Donnell, who is a bookkeeper in the office of the Indianapolis Recorder, is one of the best known newspaper women of the race, and is thoroughly familiar with the newspaper game from the devil's box, clear to the editorial chair. She has had special training in public accounting and is an expert typewriter Mirs Donnell is prominent in lodge and club life, having filled the position of secretary both in the Grand Court Order of Calanthe and the Woman's Council. Her work in the treasurer's office embraces the preparing of the spring tax receipts, of which there are nearly 300,000 to be made in triplicate copy. Chief Henry Cochrane, deputy treasurer compliments the work of Miss Donnell in the highest terms.—Indianapolis Recorder. The Plaindealer along with many other Topekans extends congratulations to Miss Donnell and the many Republican county treasurer who appointed her! She was reared in Topeka- and has many warm friends here. Miss Donnell is related to the family of Mr. Gko. Sneed. Mrs. C. J. Hadley, wife of Mr. J. H. Hadley, has been confined to bed all for more than a week. Dr. O. A. Taylor is the attending physician. Stanley in Darkest Africa," a very special historically correct wild animal picture will be shown at the Apex Wednesday, Feb. 2d. Administration five cents. Mr. Arthur Hardy, physical director of the Kansas City, Mo., Y. A., spent a few days in the city this week with his parents, Mrs. and Mrs. A. Hardy on Quincy St. MY CANDY SHOP, 12th and Vibs 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. At the literary society of the 3rd Baptist church next Tuesday evening Mr. John M. Dorsey will read a paper on "Whither Are We Drifting?" and it will for discussion. This meeting of the society promises to be very interesting. BOOKER T. WASHINGTON before death wrote his own story of his complete life from the cradle to the grave. People want the authentic book. Price. $1.25. We pay the express. Outfit and large picture free for 15 cents postage. Act quickly. MULLIKEN JENKINS, Publishers Washington, D. C. SECOND BAPTIST CHURCH. Rev. W. W. Ewing filled the pulpit at the Second Baptist church Sunday, to the delight of a goodly congregation. He talked upon the life and character of the Apostle Paul. The speaker showed in the beginning of his discourse that he was perfectly familiar with his subject. His appeal to his hearers was indeed grand. He urged all to be Christlike and to have the faith of the Apostle Paul. The officers and members extend a cordial invitation to Rev. Ewing to come again. The Second Baptist church will make no effort to call a pastor until about the first of March. We have on file a great many applications. The church is getting along fine. Our collections are good, considering the cold weather. There will be financial rallies meet the indebtedness of the church three Sundays in July. want to meet the $1000 mark. J. SMITH. Chairman Deacon Board. T. W. TROUPE, Clerk. WEEK OF PRAYER. Many Lives Dedicated to Christianity. The annual week of prayer of Topeka Industrial and Educational Institute has just closed with a great harvest of ingathering of souls for the Master's kingdom. Rev. D. B. Jackson, D. D., of Rose Hill Baptist church, Kansas City, Mo., and Rev. W. H. VanDervis of the First Christian church, Acklison, conducted one of the most helpful religious campaigns in the history of the institution. Beginning with early morning prayer service at six o'clock, and with three other services during the day, these ministers labored earnestly with the young men and young women of the institution that they might dedicate their lives to the service of the Master. As result thirty-six young men and women accepted Christ and have identified themselves with the Christian activities of the institution. These young people will unite with the several churches of the city and transfer their membership to their home churches at the close of school. The ministers in charge are enthusiastic over the support given them by the teachers and student body. While the institution is primarily a normal and industrial school, every effort is put forth to develop Christian character. Not only is a regular Sunday school maintained, but branches of the Young Women's Christian Association and Young Men's Christian Association as well. Principal Card and his teachers and students are all rejoicing over the outpouring of the spirit of the Master. Read The Plaindealer. Manufactured Especially for the Highest Class of Family Trade. Whitlock Bros. M. 216 EAST DOUGLASS AVE. one of the Best Places in the City to D REMEMBER THE NUM 118 EAST DOUGLAS AVE. Trolley To Kansas One of the most delightful rides in the State MZOLLEY LINE between Kansas City and Leav road runs through beautiful and picturesque co by the door of the State Penitentiary at Lansing diers' Home, Ft. 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This picturesque country. It takes you diary at Lansing, Kas., the National and both the Federal and Military night-seeing places. hour on the even hour from 6 a. m. Kansas City at 11:30 p. m. except Satur- o'clock midnight. as, every hour on the half from 6:30 rday and Sunday nights the last car Western Railway Co. Geliness, Madam to convince you of the Meadow-Gold Butter. Try it. long into hundreds of thou- the country. sty, fine-flavored Gold Butter d. Meadow-Gold Butter the butters. You will find to using it regularly that when you want it and you reasonable price. Made only and us your order to-day. Meadow Gold Butter COMPANY, TOPEKA, KANS. DISTRIBUTED BY THE CHASE WHOLESALE CO. TOPEKA. ASK YOUR GROCER FOR IT. Whitlock Bros. Market. Whitlock Bros. Market. 216 EAST DOUGLASS AVE. of the Best Places in the City to Do Your Marketing. REMEMBER THE NUMBER. EAST DOUGLAS AVE. WICHITA, KANSAS. Trolley To Kansas City One of the most delightful rides in the State of Kansas is on the MZULLEY LINE between Kansas City and Leavenworth, Kas. This road runs through beautiful and picturesque country. It takes you to the door of the State Pententiary at Lansing, Kas., the National Officers' Home, Ft. Leavenworth, and both the Federal and Military prisons and many other important night-seeing places. Car leave Kansas City every hour on the even hour from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.; last car leaves Kansas City at 11:30 p.m. except Saturday night; last car leaves at 12 o'clock midnight. Car leaves Leavenworth, Kansas, every hour on the half from 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. except Saturday and Sunday nights the last car leaves at 12 o'clock midnight. The Kansas City-Western Railway Co. there's Sweetness, Madam Just one thing require to convince you of the deserves of Meadow-Gold Butter. Try it. It's an utter that's going into hundreds of thousands of homes all over the country. Don't think that the tasty fine-flavored Meadow-Gold Butter Meadow-Gold Butter may be too high priced. Meadow-Gold Butter never "soars" like some butters. You will find when you settle down to using it regularly that you can always get it when you want it and you can always buy it at a reasonable price. Made only from pasteurized cream. Send us your order to-day. Meadow Gold Butter CONTINENTAL CREAMERY COMPANY, TOPEKA, KANS. SPRINGFIELD, MO. and Miss Berpha Whitlock were pleasant visitors in the south part Mrs Birdie Anderson, on South of the city, visiting the sick and Billinga street, was a most delightful other friends. Prominent visitors in the city last week and house guests of Rev. and Mrs W H. Young were Mr. and Mrs L. P. Hillard of Xenia, O. the childhood home of Mrs. Young. Mr. and Mrs. Hillard are among the foremost leaders and uplifters of the Order of the Eastern Star Mrs. Hillard has filled the offices of past grand matron and past grand lecturer of the Interstate Conference of Grand Chapters for the United States. Mr. Hillard has filled the office of patron of the Eastern Star Chapter of Xenia, O Mr. and Mrs. Hillard are enroute home from visiting friends in Arkansas and Tennessee. Miss Manzaneata Vickers departed Wednesday evening for St. Louis, where she will take a course to become a trained nurse, at Providence Hospital, where her sister Miss Marie Vickers, is employed as head nurse. Mrs Birdie Anderson, on South Billings street, was a most delightful hostess to the Pleasant Hour Embroidery Club on Friday afternoon. There was a full membership present. Dainty refreshments were served to Mrs Naomi Porter of Kansas City in visitor, and the new lady. An enjoyable affair was the five o'clock dinner given in honor of Mrs. Lena Jenkins of Kansas City, Mrs. Covera were laid for Mrs. Mary Pursley, Mrs. Alice Bedell, Mrs Serena Thompson, Mrs. Nettle Duff, Mrs. Naomi Pouder, Mrs. Letitia Johnson, Mr. and Mrs. Prise, Mira Ethyle Jenkins, Messrs. John Gray and Clarence Brewer. Mrs. Alice Bedell soent a day in Marshfield. During her brief stay she partook of four dinners—with Mrs. Anna Scott, Mrs. Morris, Mrs. Ellen Goodall and Mrs. Rachel Bufford. Nellie Edmondson, Mrs. Penn, Mrs. Stella Barker Mr. Dillillard and Rev. Young spent Friday morning with Rev. J. S. Dorsey, who is still confined to his apartments by this disagreeable weather. Mrs. Clara Barker, on Grand avenue was a most amiable hostess to the Pleasant Hour Embroidery club Friday afternoon, January 14. The afternoon was spent in needlework, regular routine of club work, and conversation. An expulsite two-course lunch was served and greatly enjoyed by all present. The next place of meeting of the Pleasant Hour Embroidery club will be with Mrs. James Marley in her new bungalow home. The members will b. low a shower of graniteware. We are pleased to state that Mrs. Phannie I. Tyner has become a reader of the Plaindenler. Mrs. Mary Barker was an aminable hostess at a four-course dinner in honor of Mrs. Lena Jenkins. Covers were laid for Mrs. I. Jenkins, Mrs. Mary Pursley, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Barker, Miss Ethyle Jenkins and little Miss Mayba May Barker. Mrs. Chas. Long proved an interesting hostess in hoonr of Mrs. Lena Jenkins, special guest, and Mr. and Mrs. Esie Cooper, Mr. and Mrs. Brooks, at a supper recently. A great and enjoyable meeting of the Woman's Musical and Literary club was the one held at 624 Cheney street. Friday afternoon, January 21. Mrs. Nellie Edmondson was hostess of this social function. The works and life of Alfred Tennyson was the theme for discussion. For artistic drawing Mrs. Ida V. MdAdams scored for first prize and Mrs. James Hardrick carried off second prize. Mrs. Stella Barker and Miss Bertha Whitlock arranged and prepared the menu which was served to the visitors, Mrs. Pearl Thomason and Mrs. Luella Robbins, and the members. Mrs. Edmondson's home is more modern since the installing of bath, water, electricity and the addition of a room or so. Mrs. Fred Williams of Summit street was hostess at a reception held in honor of Mrs. Hilliard Friday morning at 9:30 o'clock on one eve of Mrs. Hilliard's departure on the noon train. Many were present and enjoyed the affair to the fullest extent. Mrs. Young and Mrs. Leona Hoften of Topeka, Kan., presided at the pianola, and also rendered vocal selections. Mrs. Hilliard's address to the guests was beautiful and appreciated, and responses were made by many of the guests, which were interesting and well received. A dainty course menu was served by the hostess, assisted by Mrs. Archie Hall and Mrs. Fred Williams, Jr. The hour for departure came too soon and all bade Mrs. Hilliard Godspeed Accepting the kind invitation of Prof. W H. McAdams of Lincoln high school to visit and inspect he modern improvements which have just recently been made, many were present and felt that the afternoon had been well spent. The different departments were visited, where creditable showing was made. In the millinery department were hats made by Misses Thelma Grav, Lenna Young, Minta Moss and Calam the Diemer—beautiful, artistic and becoming enough to grace any millinery store. The heating plant, which has been recently installed, is considered one of the best in any of the ward schools. Under the supervision of Miss E. Osborn, the domestic science instructress, the students served delightful refreshments of lovely cakes and cream, which were greatly enjoyed by all. After an illness of several weeks Mrs. Laura Robinson of 714 Minor street is convalescent, we are glad to state. Mrs. Linda H'key is now able to be out and mingle with her friends, we are glad to note. A marriage license was granted to Mr. Frank Nearguard 27 years of age, and Miss Effie Williams, 21 years of age. We wish for them a long, happy and prosperous voyage through life. Mrs. Izzie Winn of Topeku Kun, a piece of Mrs. Pamie Cummell, was a pleasant visitor in the city for a few days. Miss Leora Hatten, a sister of Mrs. Winn, also of Topeka, will be with us for some time. we are pleased to learn. Miss Hatten has made may friends while in the city. The inclemency of the weather interfered with the splendid prowr which had been arranged under the supervision of Miss Marie W. Miners in the interest of the graphaphone for Lincoln high school. Mrs Nettie Davis has been elected president of the Ladies' Pleasant Hour Embroidery club for the ensuing term. A large number of relatives and friends of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Nearguard charivaried them Monday evening, January 24, at their home on South Main street. Many useful and serviceable gifts were presented to this young couple who have just embarked upon the sea of matrimony. The wedding took place Saturday evening, January 22, and may they have a long and useful life. Mrs. Pauline McClellan of South Hampton street, who has been very ill for the past two weeks, is slowly improving. KANSAS CITY, KANSAS AD'D KANSAS CITY, MO. The revial meetings at Allen's hapel, Kansas City, Mo., were a grand success, conducted by Rev W. H. Thomas. Mrs. Eva Smith and Mr. Aaron Fox, of Kansas City, Mo., were mar- ried Thursday by Rev. S. W. Bacote and are at home, 1304 Highland Kansas City, Mo. The Report of Mr. Robert De- Frantz, secretary of the "Y" was a creditable document and worthy of commendation. Miss Ruth Bell and Agnes Wheat- ley, of St. Joseph, Mo., were guest's of Mr. and Mrs. Horace Dwiggins, 852 Oakland avenue, Kansas City, Kansas recently. The youngest child of Mr. and Mrs. G. R. Burdett, 835 New Jersey avenue, Kansas City, Kas., is ill at this writing. Mr. West, of Emporia, is the queet of his daughter and family, Mr. and Mrs. Jordan, 1516 N. 9th street, K. C. K. Mr. A. G. Holden, 202 Stewart, Kansas City, Kas., is up again after an illness of several weeks. The Citizens' Forum, of Kansas City, Kansas elected the following officers for the ensuing year: J. M. Marquess, president; Mrs. Willa Dwiggins, vice president; Miss Olivia Lewis, secretary; Mrs. Norene Davis, treasurer; Mr. Truman, critic; Mrs. Gloria Dillard, chairman of executive committee. Rev. J. R. Ransom, was called to Parsons last week to attend the funeral of his mother. Mrs. Sam Moppin, 1506 N. 9th street, Kansas City, Kas., who had been ill for several weeks is improving. Mr. C. H. James., 320 Garfield, avenue, Kansas City, Kansas, is remodeling his home and when completed will be modern throughout. We wonder if James did not launch his canoe in the right channel when he floated down to Columbia, Mo., and stopped. We wish them both a happy future. Evangelist J. L. Henderson and wife have returned home from Andarka and report the meetings a success. The Pastors' Alliance will meet at the Second Baptist church Tuesday evening. Mrs. Pauline Colbert is on the sick list. Mr. G Kempz, of Pauls Valley, I the city, the guest of Miss Mary Prince. Mr William Giles, traveling agent for the Overton Hygeneic company, ment several hours here on Tuesday. Mr. Mitchell Mack visited in El Reno Tuesday. The rally at the First Baptist church proved quite a success Sunday. The amount raised was $202 50. Rev. Smith of the A. M. E. church preached a 3 o'clock sermon at the First Baptist church Sunday Rev. Hawkins has returned home. Miss Luella Clark is on the sick list. Don't forget that the Plaindealer is on sale every week, at H. H. Williams' grocery store, 1023 South First street. Telephone 816. Rev. B. Hillman has been confined to his bed for three weeks on account of lagrippe. Rev C. W. Wilson, of Osage City, Kansas, preached two splendid sermons at the Baptist church. Sunday. Mrs. Alice Grant was called to Omaha on account of the death of her son-in-law, Mr. Cato Drizzle. Miss E. Hemphill, of Omaha, visited her sister, Miss Emmett House the past week. Mrs. Nannie Shaw, president of the Gideon Band, of the Baptist church presented a purse of $5 to Rev. Hillman during his illness. The pound party led by Deacon M. Moore on Rev. Hillman and his wife was an enjoyable affair last Wednesday evening. The Bell orchestra, which so ably assisted the Baptist Sunday school choir in rendering good music, is a grand attraction for the school and highly appreciated by all who attended. The B. Y. P. 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Russell Springs, ——:— Kansas. WHEN IN OMAHA THE PATTON HOTEL, (2 Blocks So. of Union Station.) N. P. PATTON, Prop. —CAFE IN CONNECTION. Meals at All Hours. Phone Douglas 4445. 1014-16 So. 11th St. OMAHA. NEDRASKA 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 Nationa Baptist Convention assembleon 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. TROY. KANSAS. Troy has been blessed with a glorious revival. Rev. C. A. Woods, pastor of the A. M. E. church has just closed one of the most successful meetings in the history of the church in this city. There has been 12 conversions and 17 accessions to the church. Rev. William Martin, pastor of Saint Mark's A. M. E. church, of Topeka, assisted the pastor in the reading. Revs. C. A. Woods and William Martin, were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Joa Lee, Friday. A two course luncheon was served. Mrs. C. A. Woods has had a severe torch of la gripppe, but is able to be out grin. Mr. Geo. Johnson has been indis posed for a wch, but is now able to be out. Mrs. Rosa Harvey, a resident of Trey for a number of years and also an invalid for fourteen years, died Saturday, January 15th at her home in east Troy. Funeral services were conducted from the A.M. E. church, Monday the 17th and her remains were laid to rest in the Southwest cemetery. CRIPPLE CREEK AND VICTOR, COLORADO. Mr. and Mrs. George W. Cotwell entertained at a delightful evening at their beautiful home on South Second street, Victor, January 10th. Music and cards furnished the amusement. The house was beautifully decorated with white and pink caranations and roses. About twenty-five guests were in attendance, and a most dainty repast was served, after which the many guests departed, voting Mr. and Mrs. Cotwell and son Lawrence many thanks. Mrs. Horace Jackson was a visitor in Colorado Springs a few days last week. Mrs. Boyston and family have moved from Victor to Cripple Creek. Mr. and Mrs. Jess Reeves have returned to Victor after spending several months in Colorado Springs visiting with Mr. Reeves' parents. Mr. William Jones, of Cripple Creek, is seriously ill at his home on Warren street. Mrs. Hal Clay and son, and Miss Gregory were callers in Victor on Sunday. Mr. Charles Brown, of Oklahoma, who has been in Victor for the past five months for the benefit of his health, was able to leave last week for his home. Rv. Pool preached two very good sermons on Sunday at Handy Chapel. The attendance has been very poor. Mr. and Mrs. George Cotwell have taken charge of the Portland Lodge at the Portland mine. We hope them success. Mr Frank Rawlins was a visitor in Victor on Sunday. Mr. Laurence Cotwell was the dinner guest of Mr. and Mrs. William C Harris on Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Harrell were calrs in Cripple Creek on Sunday. CHANUTE, KAN. --- A great revival has closed at the A. M. E. church. was conducted by Rev. W. B. Nichols of Joplin. Mo., ably assisted by our pastor, Rev. J. E. Smith. The Holy Shoot was stirred up in Chanuba now more. Much was done in bringing souls to Christ. Many fear ones reclaimed their place with the church. We had two wonderful conversions. We are all positive that we had two God-sent ministers with us. We hope to have Rev. Nichols with us again. The weather was so bad that only a few were able to attend, but God was with the few faithful ones all the time. If you see it in this paper you may know it is a fact. ```markdown ``` Mme. Beard's WONDERFUL HAIR GROWTH It removes dandruff and stops itching of the scalp, and takes the kink out and makes the hair grow long, soft and beautiful. Send stamp for Pamphlet MME. M. BEARD, 519 S. 16th St., ST. JOSEPH, :- MISSOUL 50c Per Box. Agents Wanted. 777-OFFICIAL-333 Taborian Directory Jurisdiction of Kansas SIR FRANK WILSON, C. G. M. 1114 Buchanan Street, Topcka Kansas. DT. EMMA GAINES, C. G. P. 1182 Buchanan Street Topeka Kansas. SIR A. W. HOPKINS, C. G. S. 321 Dakota Street, Leavenorth Kansas. SIR WILLIAM CORE C. G. T. 1210 Lane Street, Topeka, Kansas DT. SARAH WILLIAMS FORBES C. G. R., Lincoln Nebr. DRT. EMMA BLACKWELL, H. P. 926 N. Topeka Ave. DIST. LENO MURPHY, C. R. 922 N. Western avenue, N. Tope cu. Kans. SIR C. M. JOHNSON, G. P. P. 1608 W. Slat St. Omaha, Neb 1008 W. 51st St., Omaha, Neo. DR. BESSIE HALL, S. Q. M. 406 Horton St, Ft. Scott, Kans. Taborian Temple No. 11, Wichita 113 N. M., Dr. F. O. Miller, Chief Mentor; W. C. Curtis, Chief Scribe meet first and third Thursday evenings of each month. --- We are waiting for the temples Parsons, hans. Silver Leaf Tabernacle No. 10 meets the first and third Wednesdays of each month, 1112 Main street. Mr. KATHERINE SHAKESPEAR H. P. Otr. JOSIE BOOKER, C. R. For Taborian Directory. Golden Link No., 8—J. B. Brown, P. P., 1336 North Washington, Wich ota. Kans. Meets first Tuesday of each month. 渊 渊 OMAHA DIRECTORY. Arcanum Temple No. 1—Meets first Thursday in each month, at Sixteenth and Cummings. Sir A. W Harrold, D G. M; res, Apt. 1, The Nathan, cor. Willis Ave. Light of the West Palatium No. 1—Meets second Tuesday night, Sir C. B. Kitchen, P. P., 2614 North Seventeenth street. Queen Lizzie Tabernacle No. 89—Meets third Thursday afternoon, Dtr. Hattie Kitchen, H. P., 2614 North Seventeenth St. Golden Sheaf Tabernacle No. 91—Meets first and third Thursdays, Dtr. Lenora Gray, H. P., 1211 Missouri Ave. St. Maria Tabernacle No. 42—Meets second and fourth Thursdays. Dtr. Effle Saddler, H. P., 2006 Dodge St. Golden Rule Tabernacle No. 35—Meets first and third Thursdays at Labor Temple. Dr. Ida Riddles, H. ., cor Twenty-fifth and R Sts, south side. Amelia Levels Tabernacle No. 19 Meets second Thursday night. Dtr. Rachel Hurroid, H. P., The Nathan, Sherman and Willis Ave. Mayflower Tent No. 46—Meets and Saturday afternoon. Dtr. Rah Severe, Q. M., 827 N. Twenty- fifth St. south side. Carnation Tent No. 27—Meets and third Saturday afternoons Old Fellows Hall. Dtr. Jennie Mers. Q. M., 2320 North Twenty- eighth Ave. ONAILA. NEBRASKA. Resolutions of Condolence of Aranum Temple No. 1 and District No. 5: Whereas, on January 7th, 1916 here departed from this life, Dt. Inna Core, a most esteemed Daugh er of Tabor and wife of our C. G. Sir William Core. members of District No. 5 are filled with sorrow at the sad bereavement that has defallen our C. G. T. Sir Knight Core. Be is further resolved that we agree that it is eminently flating and proper that in the universal expressions of regret and sorrow which ascends toward heaven from all parts of our jurisdiction, we also should join our voice and testify to the very high sense of respect and admiration which we on this Disarict entertain for our dear departed Daughter. Resolved, that the three greatest words in the English language says one wrtler are "Mother, Home and Heaven." The Mother is gone beyond human illes, temptations and ordeals. What we say here and now will do her no good. If she would reply, for from her voiceless lips there will come no sound but for those that are living let it be said of her that she was kind, and a loving mother, a faithful wife in the home and who will question the fact that what is done in faith reaches beyond the portals of glory, then add to this her good work for Taborlanism, we are compelled to write upon the tablet of our memory these words. "A Noble Life." Sir Knight Core, we commend you to our Heavenly Father, who is near, who will never leave nor forsake those who trust in Him. They say we shall know all our loved ones when we meet on that bright golden shore. They say we shall clap hands so gladly, and together rejoice ever more. Then let us prepare for the journey; let our hearts be kept loyal and true, then the Saviour will watch and protect us until the mansion of heaven we view. Resolved; that a copy of these resolutions he sent our official organ, The Topika Plaindealer and also the bereaved husband, Sir Knight Core. SIR A. M. HARROLD, D. D. G. M. SIR C. M. JOHNSON, G. P. P. DTR. LENORA GRAY, H. P. J. R. WEIR Queen Esther Temple No. 21 will give a masque leap year entertainment Feb. 15th at Baker's hall. Door fees, 10 and 15 cents. Refreshments of the season will be served. Come one come all and enjoy yourself at Weir one more time. MABEL WATKINS, WILLETTA CARTER. MARY BENFORD, BELL BORDERS, ELLA BERGER, SAILIE DAVIS. Committee. Miss Reba Vaugha has been on the sick list for somtime, but at this writing she is rapidly improving. Mrs. Mary Burbage is having a time with her pet vaccinated arm. The Queen Esther Circle, of which Mrs. Nancy Douglass is president, met at the pursonage of the Ninth Street church. The Excelsior Ministerial Alliance met at the Baptist church with Rev. Howell presiding. The Baptist church is having 6 o'clock prayer meetings. The men are trying to outnumber the women. It seems impossible. The Sixth Street church has organized its choir under the direction of Mr. John Coleman. Hon. C P. Covington and Dr. I. E. Moore were the speakers of the hour at the Booker Washington memorial services given at Clarksville. Rev. Mckey, of Jacksonville, Ill., was in ahe city last week and visited his parents. Rev. L. R. Grant was in Hannibal last week on business. The public schools have set apart the third Friday as parents' day throughout Pike county. Rev Grant and Dr. I. H. 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The Second Baptist church is now using the basement of the church on Second and Yuan streets. PRETTY PRAIRIE KANSAS. Mrs. J. C. Banks left Tuesday for Memphis, Tenn., where she was called on account of the serious illness of her mother. She will also join her brother there. He is a school teacher in Mississippi. Read The Plaindealer. # 1 people best and most popu- gower and hair dressing combined Draft Splitting Ends Itching Seal Coarse Kingworm Harsh Ratler Stubborn or Washing Out Stubborn Baking Off Kinky Hair Splitting Ends Coarse Harsh Stubborn or Stubborn Kinky Hair KANSAS CITY, MO. LEAVENWORTH, KAN. The funeral of Mr. John Walker occurred last Monday at 1 p. m., from Bethel A. M. E. church, Rev. G. R. Runyon officiating. Interment was in Ft. Leavenworth military cemetery. Mrs. G. Harrison has returned from San Francisco, where she spent a year during the fair. The T. E. O. is proving to be a booster club among Leavenworth women and is very popular. Mr. and Mrs. B. H. Nowlin are out again after a severe attack of Ha prippe. Prof. J. R. E. Lee will address the Lincoln School Parent-Teachere' Association Friday evening, January 28th. The Athenneum, a literary study club, enjoyed a four-course dinner the evening of the 21st at the home of Misses Blanche and Edna Miller. Toasts and music followed. The following officers were elected at the previous meeting: W. E. Guy, president; Miss Edna Miller, vice president; Miss Emma Haworth, secretary; Miss M. Johnson, corresponding secretary; Mr. Robert Rivers, treasurer. Mr. Wright Pleasant of Philadelphia, a guest of Mrs. Robert Sharp, gave a highly pleasing educationary entertainment Tuesday evening, January 18, with Crystal Tabernacle No 29 as patroness. Rev. C. R. Runyon is proving in highly successful pastor of Bethel A. M. E. church. Miss Harriet Walton spent the week-end visiting home folks. She reports the Kansas City schools busy and progressive. Rev. J. Dudley Hunt was the victim of an enthusiastic surprise party one evening last week. The Reverend says his latch-string is always out for such visitors. The Rev. Mr. Mohammet of Cape Town, South Africa, filled the pulpit at Bethel A. M. E. church Sunday morning, January 16, and delivered an excellent sermon. He came here upon the invitation of Rev. C. R. Runyon, pastor of the church. Rev. Mohammet is a native African and came to this country to attend several meetings of national character of the A. M. E. church. He will attend the bishops' council at Nashville, Tenn., next month. He will also attend the general conference at Philadelphia in May as a delegate. He left Sunday afternoon for St. Joseph, Mo., where he was to preach at the evening service. CHETOPA. KANSAS. Misses Manor Jackson and Clara Lydle's solo and German selection rendered at Powell-Smith concert Saturday evening were credible indeed. Messrs C. Moore and LeRoy Lydle gave a party ball at Chetopa Monday night. These gentlemen always endeavoring to make things pleasant. Misses Irene Moore, J. Wilson, Martha Wilson and Verna Jackson deserve much credit for their selections at the Booker T. Washington, Dumbar, Fisher recital Saturday evening. Mr. C. H. Caldwell visits in the oil district (cassionall), via Coffeville. Mr. Hudson, who had been very ill, is reported better. Miss Inez Horton is gradually improving. Mrs. Dan Coleman is able to be pop again. Ye correspondent received the news of the opening of the new school building at Vintina, Okla., also the program, which was commendable, of which school Prof. J. E. Finley is principal, our Booker T. of this community. Mr. Frank Bedell, of Bartlesville, Okla., came down last Monday to attend the Moore-Lydle party, as did also Mr. and Mrs. Booker and Mr. and Mrs. Allen Jones of Parsons, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas of Muskogee, Okla. Miss Lela Bassett entertained a few friends, in honor of Miss Roberts of Pittsburg, Saturday evening. Mrs. Holmes is conducting a rooming and eating house in Parkside. The readers and ye correspondent are glad to learn that Editor Charles is able to get out. Mrs. Lillian Bedell, who has made extended visit in Cheops, was called to Pittsburg to the home of Mr. and Mrs. Alexander. The business places among our people are having good patronage, during the quiet season. Rev. Blakemore was called to his revision at Oklahoma last week. Mrs. Rosa Lee, Quincy, Ill; Mrs. Blarrlett Perkins, Oklahoma City; Mr. and Mrs. Al Roberts, Miss Madie Roberts, Roosevelt Roberts and Mrs. Georgia Davis, of Pittsburgh; Mrs. and Mrs. Felix Roberts, Miss "I-H" FLOUR If you want Good Bread, Good Cake, Good Biscuits Try It and You Will Buy It The Ismert Milling Company is growing daily because it gives the people what they want. There is no better brand of Flour on the market. We recommend "I-II Flour to all cooks, and especially to the Negro cooks. Use it and You W The Ismert Kansas City Gordon Cash C S. F. GORDON —A COMPLETE Staple and Fancy Grocery Hay Feed, Etc., Use it and You Will Use No Other PHONE 906—FREE DELIVERY Rae Roberts, Cleo Roberts, Mrs. Estella Moseit, Clarence Glass, Jr. Mrs. Francis Johnson and Rev. Ed. Pierce of Parsons, were in the city January 13th to attend the funeral of Miss Rutha Roberts, who died at Wheatly hospital, Kansas City, Mo. Jan. 11, 1916 after an operation. Rev. Pierce officiated. Card of Thanks: We desire to express our heartfelt thanks to the many friends, who so kindly assisted us and for the loving sympathy extended us during the illness and death of our daughter and sister, Ruth Mae. May God bless you. Mr and Mrs. George Roberts and Family. NORBORNE, MO. January 14 and 15 were so far the rostest day of the winter. On the 14th the wind drove the snow at a high velocity, the temperature gradually falling from freezing at sunrise to 2 below zero at 5 p.m. Mr. Cranshaw continues to improve and will no doubt be out in a short time. The patrons of Douglas school intend asking the school board for an improvement in the facilities here soon, as the board fails to look into our needs along this line, but are continually seeing the need of everything in their own school. Mr. Eustis Slaughter, the harness maker, is still making harness for the Franken Harness Co. We take great delight in reading of the different men of the race who are tradesmen, and think it would be a good idea for them to write each other and form an acquaintance through and keep up a correspondence. It would be encouraging and a great help to those so doing. Richard Constant, who underwent an operation at the Santa Fe hospital, and who has since undergone another, seems to be getting along fairly well and will no doubt be out in the spring. Three of our good citizens were specially invited guests at a reception given by the grand jury, but did not prove to be the men they were looking for, were excused and returned home the same day. Ed Kinslow was in town Wednesday night to see his brother, Well Kinslow, who has been sick for quite awhile and at that time was thought to be in a serious condition, though slightly improved. Mrs. Verna Peeler is still confined to her bed, unable to look after her household duties. However, Mrs. Alex Peeler is in charge. Mrs. Frank Walker and big son Frank, Jr., have been sick, but are now better, which is no doubt gratifying to her husband, who is our bricklayer. Harry Clayton, a young barber of our town, in an attempt to accommodate one of his white customers, took the necessary amount of money from the customer to get him a gallon of whisky by express. When the goods came, Harry gave them to him without a cent of profit. Later it was found out, to which he pleaded guilty. The judge gave him ninety days and termed it bootlegging, while the genuine bootleger goes unpunished. Oh, justice, what a wide distance there is between you and the law, (This judge ought to get ten years for Will Use No Other Milling Co., ty, U. S. A. Grocery... N, Proprietor TE LINE OF— ries, Country Produce, at Right Prices 12 AVE., A, LAWTON, OKLA. Homer Akers of Topeka, Kansas, is here visiting his mother and father, Mr. and Mrs. Clay Akers. Lawson Boggess has gone to Topeka, Kan., to join Ellsworth Akers, who is working there. It is a fine idea for the boys and girls to get away from home, as experience broadens their views of life, which is a great and good lesson. Subscribe for the Plainindealer, assist me to get up a good budget of news, read about yourselves and let others read about us. YALE. KAN. Mr. Clyde Beaton, who has been on the sick list for some time, is improving. Mr. Caldwell Bennett is very seriously ill. Mrs. Spencer Walker is on the sick list. Mr. Abraham Gaines is still on the sick list. Mrs. Kincho and little son spent the week-end with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. D. Hudson. Messrs. Timothy Bell and Hosea Palmer were in Yale on Saturday night and Sunday visiting Mr. Palmer's parents. Mr. Prentice Moore is on the sick list. Night school is still continued with much progress. Mrs. Ella Mapes, who sustained a fractured arm some time ago in a wreck on the Missouri Pacific railway, is able to be out again. CHANUTE, KAN Mr. Newton has reported for work at Warren & Bloomheart's after being indisposed for a week with la gripe. Rev. Gaines of Junction City, Kan., preached a very able sermon at the Baptist church Sunday to a very large and appreciative audience. Rev. Nickles of Joplin is assisting Rev. Smith in conducting a week of prayer. Those who are ill at this writing are as follows: Mesdames. Campbell, Simmons, D. Lewis, F. Goodseal, L. McCollough, J. Morris, J. Hale, Messrs. Tivis, A. Recers, Rufus Ray and A. Ray. Mr. Jackson Kouns has been kept busy all over the southeastern division. Mesdames, Tivis and Douglas are agents for the Booker T. Washington book. Mrs. Brigham Thayer spent Saturday and Sunday with Miss Gas- VINITA. OKLA. Sam Adams has hauled several loads of mulching for the school yard. We appreciate it, and hope to have several others who have teams do likewise. N. Moore, Landrum Bean and H. Martin of Ketchum were in the city Wednesday. Lovette Davis and Master Harold Holt left Saturday for Lincoln. J. B. Jones of Chetopa was in the city Friday. Washington Pease of Ketchum was in the city Saturday. J. C. Bowlin of Chelsea was attending court Saturday. The new seats for the school have arrived and are installed. 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PRICE LIST SENT FREE UPSON APPLICATION RIEGER'S Monogram WHISKEY Express Prepaid 8 Full Quartls RIEGER'S Monogram $5 Private Stock 4 Full Quartls RIEGER'S Monogram $3 Extra Flig FREE two sample bottles, gold tipped glass and cork- screw with every order 2000 customers have proven this whiskey best ever dill- ticed. For smoothness and mellowness of flavor it cannot be guarded. Special re- tance with order Money refunded if not perfectly satisfactory & RIEGER & CO. Garden Avenue, KANSAS CITY, MO. No. 1511 Genesee Street, Kansas City, Mo. The Kansas City, Mo., branch is located at No. 1922 Main St., near the new Union Station. Let The Plaindealer tell you the news of the race that happens in this broad land of ours. Devotional Exercises..... Music.....Topeka Industrial Institute Glee Club President's Annual Address.....Hon. T. W. Bell "Lincoln"...Dr. J. R. A. Crossland, St. Joseph, Mo. "Preparedness".....Miss Gladys Anderson, Lawrence Response.....Prof. J. P. King, Kansas City "The Republican Party".....Hon. I. F. Bradley, Kansas City, Kansas. "Our Leaders".....Dr. G. G. Brown, Wichita "Is the Colored Man Keeping Pace With the Times?" Hon. S. E. Carey, Russell Springs. "The Grandfather Clause".....Hon. J. W. Clark, Lawrence, Kansas. Solo.....Mrs. P. Tolbert, Topeka Music.....Jackson's Twenty-Third Regiment Band The Committee extends a cordial invitation to the general public to attend these exercises. There will be a meeting for Men Only at 12:00 o'clock. Business of importance will claim your attention in this meeting. Lincoln Day Club.... WILL MEET AT Topeka, Kansas. February 12th. ..1916.... --- PROGRAMM Devotional Exercises..... Music....Topeka Industrine President's Annual Address..... "Lincoln"...Dr. J. R. A. Cross "Preparedness'...Miss Gladys Response....Prof. J. H. "The Republican Party"..... Kansas City, K. "Our Leaders"....Dr. C. "Is the Colored Man Keeping P Hon. S. E. Carey, Rus "The Grandfather Clause"..... Lawrence, K. Solo....Mr. Music....Jackson's Twenty-T The Committee extends a the general public to attend t There will be a meeting for c'clock. Business of importan tion in this meeting. By order of the President. OSAWATOMIE, KAN. Rev. Hardin Davis and wife have returned to Osawatomie to make their future home. We are glad to have them with us again. Misses Blanche Stanley and Maggie Dryden made a flying trip to Kansas City Sunday. Miss Blanche returned Monday evening and Miss Maggie stayed ver. Mr. Fred Dillard of Puola, Kan., and Mr. John Cartwright of Olathe, Kan., were the guests of Miss Clara Turner and Miss Frances Stanley Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. F. C. Vann, Misses Clara Turner and Eleanor Lewis, Messrs. Lucifer Dryden and Rudolph Robinson attended the Majestic theater Wednesday night. Mrs. J. H. Hamilton and Miss Beulah Wilson of Kansas Citywere the guests of Mrs. J. S. Stutely Saturday and Sunday. Mrs. John Turner, who has been ill at her home, is convalescent. Mrs. M. Stanley Wymond and and Miss Frances spent Monday in Kansas City the guest of her sister, Miss Etta B Kelley of Western University. Mrs. E. Vann, Misses Frances Stanley and Clara Turner, Messrs. Fred Dillard and John Cartwright were the guests of Mrs. George Vann Sunday evening. Miss Naomi Lewis of Osawatomie and Mr. W. H. Beryl of Topeka were married January 7th at Kansas City, Mo. They are at home to their friends in Paola, Kan. Mr. and Mrs. F. C. Vann, Miss Clara Turner and Mr. Hazel Martin were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. W. B. Turner Tuesday evening. Mr. and Mrs. J. Ross, who have been ill at their home, are reported better. Mr. Fav North of Winfield, Kan., was the guest of Miss Clara Turner Tuesday. The Osawatomie band, under the direction of Prof. Payne, is improving rapidly. They are planning a ball for the 14th of February. Mr. Waymond Stanley, Misses Clara Turner and Frances Stanley were the guests of Mrs. Samuel Dillard Friday evening. Mr. Marion Dryden was in Kansas City Tuesday. The A. M. E. church Sunday school is progressing finely under the leadership of Mrs. Wilba B. Majors. CHICKASHA, OKLA. The meetings held at the Christian church have been quite a success. Ten have united with the church. The members and friends hope to have Rev. K. C. Thomas with them again soon. Rev. W. M. Tucker of the Shepard Street Christian church was stormed January 7 by his members. Rev. Tucker is one of the most highly esteemed ministers in Chickasa and is also a good friend and reader of the Plaindealer. Mrs. Pearl Stockbridge died at her home on South Shepard street last Tuesday morning. The funeral was held Wednesday afternoon from the C. M. E. church, Rev. Smith officiating. The deceased was the wife of Rev. L. S. Stockbridge, pastor of the C. M. E. church here. A. B. ABRAMME. Industrial Institute Glee Club Hon. T. W. Bell Crossland, St. Joseph, Mo. Cadys Anderson, Lawrence J. P. King, Kansas City Hon. I. F. Bradley, By, Kansas. Dr. G. G. Brown, Wichita ing Pace With the Times?" Russell Springs. Hon. J. W. Clark, Kansas. Mrs. P. Tolbert, Topeka enty-Third Regiment Band ands a cordial invitation to and these exercises. ing for Men Only at 12:00 portance will claim your at- dent. TURNER W. BELL. home on South First street Wednesday morning. Death was due to heart disease. The funeral was held Friday afternoon from the A. M. E. church, Rev. Smith officiating. The deceased leaves three daughters, seven grandchildren and a host of friends to mourn her loss. Evangelist J. S. Henderson and wife have returned home from Paul's Valley, where they assisted Rev. P. D. Haraway in conducting a week's meeting. BETHEL KAN. Miss Marie Crockett is expected home this week from a visit of several weeks with relatives at Kingfisher, Okla. Revival services were begun Sunday evening at the Oak Ridge Baptist church. Rev. Wm. Enyard of Zion's Mission, A. M. E. church, is assisting Rev. Houston, the pastor in charge. The Community Bible class is conducting afternoon praise meetings in the various homes. Mr. William Robinson of the Pullman company was home over Sunday. The Fortnightly Whist club entertained Tuesday evening at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Charles McLain. Mr. George Dunn is the club's president. Mr. I. V. Brown is making preparations to install an up-to-date heating plant in his residence on his farm here. Mr. Oliver Sharp was home from Kansas City to spend Sunday with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Sharp. Mrs. Gabriel Davis is on the sick list this week. Rev. and Mrs. Wim. Enyard of Kansas City were guests of Mrs. Pernina Thompson the first of the week. Mrs. Jennie Robinson visited friends in Kansas City Sunday. Mr. Ollie Talbott of Wolcott was the guest of Miss El Dora Scott Sunday. Mrs. Mary Graves was in Kansas City Monday on business. OTTAWA, KAN. Rebecca Anna Tabernacle No. 6 meets the first and third Fridays of each month, Miss Katherine Glaspie, H. P.; Mrs. Pauline Lewis, C. R. Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Fowler of Kansas City, Kan. were guests of Mr. and Mrs. Harrison Baldwin during the holidays. Miss Katherine Glaspie was confined to her home with la gripe for a few days. Mrs. Josie Curtis is very ill at her home on North Hickory street. Rev. Williams, Rev. Crutchfield and Mrs. Maggie Washington were dinner guests of Mrs. John Glaspie last Sunday. Miss Margaret McBrier of Kansas City is still in our city and we hope she will stay. Misses Fayetta Wilson, Margaret McBrier and Mrs. Harrison Baldwin were entertained at six o'clock dinner, recently at the home of Miss Katherine Glaapple.