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Historical Society State House Eighteenth Year. o. 15 Are You Going to Furnis Lyon County on the S Miller for Congress, Mad and Lambert, County A White's County and Will go Republ Lyon County on the Safe Side Miller for Congress, Madden for Judge and Lambert, County Attorney, Bill White's County and District Will go Republican. The people of Lyon county are proud of Judge Dennis Madden, who has no superior as a jurist in these United States. He served that judicial district for four years, during which time no one had any just cause of complaint regarding the decisions rendered by him. He is an upright and just man, who is imbued with the Christian spirit of love and mercy. The highest, the lowest, the rich, the poor, all receive the same kind treatment at his hands that was the reputation given him when he was on the bench. He is again a candidate for this position and his platform is arbitration without long litigation through crafty lawyers, whose sole object is to live upon such practice obtained from these misguided people. The judge says that it will be his aim to settle these disputes by the easiest method and at the least expense, without working any great injury to either party, thereby building up friendship and a brotherly feeling between man and man. The Judge is an Indianian by birth, and came to Kansas in 1863. His father was a veteran of the Civil War, having served in the Union army and was at Appomattox and saw Lee when he surrendered his sword to Grant. He was admitted to the practice of law in 1882, at Cottonwood Falls, Kansas. He came to Emporia in 1895, and was elected judge of that district in 1900, and served four years. He is a candidate for nomination for judge of that district on the Republican ticket at the August primary. It is said that he has no opposition, which proves that the people have confidence in his ability as a citizen and a jurist. HON. CLYDE MILLER. Candidate for Congress, Fourth Congressional District. opposition people have as a citizen He will He will not try to change the rules of law, but will make an effort to keep as many as possible from rushing into long drawn-out and expensive lawsuits. While in Emporia we met Mr. Will Wayman, who is familiarly known by his fellow townsmen as "Bill." He is president of the Emporia National Bank, one among the best and most well established institutions in the state of Kansas. He is the president, organizer, and owns the controlling interest. Mr. Wayman is a very pleasant gentleman, to our mind, and it is a source of pleasure to hear him relate the history of his early life and the great struggle he underwent to obtain the high position he now holds. He is an Englishman by birth and blood. His mother died when he was four years old, and it is remarkable what a great history he has made in life without the care of a mother's love and affection. He was a barefoot boy fifty years ago and lived upon the crumbs that fell from the rich man's able. He was a day laborer and worked for several months upon the Kansas Pacific railroad, and was among the first to work on the construction gang that began grading the road. He lived in a box car, where he practiced economy and saved his money. From 1870 to 1875 he was a cowpuncher, driving cattle through from Brazos, Texas, to Wyoming, A Few Hours Among Emporia Politicians and Business Men Reveal Signs of Prosperity and Happiness ---A Pleasant Chat With Mr. Wayman, the Banker. MILLER FOR CONGRESS. Fourth Congressional District. We visited the Clyde Miller headquarters for Congress at Emporia last week, under the management of Mr. A. B. Myers, who for several years was private secretary to J. M. Miller of Council Grove, who represented the Fourth district at Washington for a number of years. Mr. Myers is an Ohioan by birth and has lived in Lyon county for over thirty years. He is a graduate of Baker University, at Baldwin, Kan., and a graduate of the George Washington Law School, Washington, D. C. He also served as postmaster at Emporia, and retired from that position with one of the best records that ever was made. In conversation with him in reference to Mr. Clyde Miller's candidacy for Congressman from the Fourth district, he said that there was no doubt that Mr. Miller would be nominated by a large ma- A. H. jority, as he has reliable reports from most all of the leading Republicans in every precinct in the district which showed they will give large majorities for Miller. In conversation with several of the voters in the city of Emporia, they verified the statement of Mr. Myers. We talked to more than a hundred different voters, and we did not find one that was opposed to Miller for Congress. They say Clyde Miller is an asset of the Fourth district, and that the farmers and cattle raisers, as well as the business men and laborers, can make no mistake in sending this young stalwart to Congress. It is predicted by many that before the August primary all opposition will have vanished. Mr. Miller made no mistake in selecting Mr. Myers as his manager, as he is in touch with every voter in the district and knows as well how to reach them as a pig knows how to reach a corn crib. IKE LAMBERT, JR., FOR COUNTY ATTORNEY The voters of Lyon county have decided that they will nominate young Lambert to serve them for the next two years, beginning with January, 1917. His father was one of the foremost Republican leaders in the state, and was United States attorney under the McKinley administration. Mr. Lambert is a graduate of the Kansas University law school, and, although young in Topeka years, his experience in law has been a success, and he is now prepared to serve the county of his birth as county attorney. The fact that there is no opposition to him in the Republican primary to be held next August is sufficient evidence that he is well liked by the people of his county. JUDGE DENNIS MADDEN, CANDIDATE FOR JUDGE OF THE FIFTH DISTRICT 热谱测 WILL ("BILL") WAYMAN. TOPEKA, KANSAS, FRIDAY MORNING APRIL 21, 1916 THE NEW YORKER DJNNIS MADDEN, Candidate for District Judge, Fifth Judicial District. and during that period the Indians were very fierce and hostile to white Americans. There were months that he slept on the open prairie, the earth for his bed; his saddle was his pillow and the sky was his covering. He was married in 1875, and worked on a ranch and fed cattle for $30 per month. By hard work and practicing economy, he succeeded in owning three sections of land in Lyon county, which were well stocked with hundreds of head of cattle and other stock. He organized the Emporia National Bank fifteen years ago, and the building that they now occupy was erected by him in 1914. The furnishings and interior of the bank are as fine as can be found in any bank in the United States. The officers and assistants in the bank are all high class people and financiers. They are polite and take great delight in showing courtesies to patrons and visitors to the bank. Mr. Wayman is proud of his three children, who are grown and married—one daughter DJNNIS Candidate for District Judge, ENID, OKLA. Rev. Carson of Stillwater preached a noble sermon at the A. M. E. church Sunday morning and also at night. Everybody enjoyed hearing him. Mrs. Wortham, the grand worthy counsellor, made her annual visit and delivered a splendid address at the A. M. E. church Monday night. The sacred moving picture shown by Rev. Carson at the A. M. E. church Tuesday night was a success. The prayer meetings at both churches Wednesday night were very reviving. The lazar given by the Needlecraft Art club was simply grand. The church and the booths were beautiful and the exhibits were as fine as could be shown. All of the needlework except about five pieces was sold. Refreshments were served and music was furnished by Prof. Waddle's boy band. The proceeds were $20. The Needlecraft Art club met with Mrs. Cora Sullars April 6 and an enjoyable meeting was held, after which a dainty two course lunch was served. The visitor was Miss Espanola Dunking of Chicago. The club adjourned to meet with Mrs. Della Rice, 723 East Park, Thursday afternoon, April 27. Miss Espanola Dunking left for Tulsa Sunday. Miss Sallie Floy, primary teacher, left for her home in Oklahoma City, Friday evening and returned Sunday evening. Miss Flossie Graves has been quite ill, but is able to be up again. The choir at the A. M. E. church presented to the church a nice piano. Mr. and Mrs. C. Graves are the proud parents of nice big boy baby, born April 13. The Hardy school, taught by Mrs. Carosn, will close the last of this month. The school has been a grand success. Mrs. Ware was taken quite ill at 1 o'clock this morning, April 17. The doctor says that with good care Plaindealer ter and two sons—and all three of them are happy parents of children. Mr. Wayman takes great delight in speaking of his grandchildren, all of whom he takes great delight in and fondly loves and adores. He was a member of the last legislature and served on several important committees, and if you will take the time to look up his record upon all the propositions upon which he voted, you will always find that he voted right. He is one of the leading Masons of Kansas and possesses nearly all of the degrees which that body can confer. His many friends are anxious for him to announce himself for Senator, while others would like to have him run for the Legislature. He has not fully decided as to which position he will be a candidate for. Whichever it may be, he will be elected. He is a dignified Christian gentleman, and it is his delight to do something for the other fellow, who is trying to do something for himself. Would that Kansas and the United States had more Waymans. MADDEN, Fifth Judicial District. she will soon be up. Mr. and Mrs. Henry Holt have returned from Needles, Cal., where they have been for three years. Everybody welcomes them home. Prof. Waddle is preparing to organize a ladies' band. The spirit messenger is now writing on the hen eggs at Mrs. Hustin, at 101 East Park. The word "Jesus" has been seen on them. Mrs. M. Brown attended a baptizing at Hennessey Sunday. Frank and Lottie Allen and Alberta Jackson went to Hennessey Saturday evening for a visit. They returned declaring they had a grand time. Mrs. Bertha Vandoff was called to Wichita owing to the illness of her sister, Mrs. J. Pennie. Rev. Wilson was here on a visit and preached for Rev. W. H. Humphrey at Gracon Baptist church and made quite an impression on some of the young ladies of our city. Rev. Cane went to Hennessey on business. He is now in Kansas City, Kan. PAOLA. KAN. Mrs. Thos. Grear and her sister, Mrs. Fred Simons, and daughter Sibyl, of Kausas City, spent Saturday and Sunday in town with relatives and friends. The Baptist Sunday school gave a concert Monday night. They are planning on giving a rally Sunday. Both churches will have programs Easter Sunday. Mrs. Hugh Shelby of Pleasanton spent Sunday and Monday in town with her husband's family. The children of John Lowry's room have organized their civic league for the ensuing year. The following officers were elected: President, Tootsie Vantrece; vice president, John H. Reed; secretary, Carrie Moody; treasurer, Edith Laneer. The purpose of the club is to beautify, the yards and lawns of the city and to clean up the city in general. Some of the white citizens of the city presetned John Lowry's room with a tract of land to be used by his pupils to plant a school garden. CLAREMORE OKLA. Mr. C. J. Lane of McAlester, Okla., is in the city taking baths. Also Mrs. Myrtle McGill of Little Rock, Ark. Rev. R. C. Crawford of Tulsa is in the city taking baths. Mrs. Crawford was here, but left for her home. Mrs. E. Street of Joplin, Mo., fell Monday evening from the rear porch, second floor, of the Wright hotel and received very serious injuries, but it is hoped they will not prove fatal. Both the Baptist and Methodist churches reported good services last Sunday. Mr. John Bowman of Tulsa and Miss Louise Hudson of this city were united in wedlock Monday evening at the bride's home on S. Missouri street, Rev. C. A. Holt officiating. The clubs of Mt. Zion Baptist church are actively preparing for the rally to be held very soon. All the bath houses seem to be enjoying a good patronage. We have had some weather that reminded us of winter, but it did not last very long. Rev. Henry, president of the Collate District B. Y. P. U., was in the city Sunday and preached at night at the Baptist church, and it is reported that he preached an able sermon. Claremore is a great health resort. Come and be healed of your infirmities. The people are gardening some. The people are gardening some. Easter will soon be here. Instead of spending all of your money for clothes, shoes and hats, give liberally to foreign missions, help the helpless, and God will bless you. Mr. W. H. Williams and Mr. C. M. Wiley of Omaha were in the city enroute home. They have been to Hot Springs, Ark., taking baths. Some time ago they took baths here at Cobb's bath house. Quite a few people come to Claremore daily. Your reporter spent the day in the country Sunday, at Roland, and enjoyed the hospitality of Mrs. Lossie Maxey and her brother, Mr. H. S. Straham. This young man has bought thirty acres of land and has six milch cows, four head of horses and many hogs. He is quite an industrious young man. Mr. Jesse Martin left Saturday for a visit with relatives in Arkansas. Call at 407 South Missouri street and get the Plaindealer. Miss Reana Wright left Monday for Oklahoma City on business. Mrs. Rosie Monroe of Boynton is in the city. LAWRENCE, KAN. Miss Boswell "Comes Back." Recently Miss Jennie Boswell appeared in company with Mr. Theo. Hamilton at the Bowersock opera house. She, with her natural rosehued cheeks and auburn hair, is seen again among the merry crowd. Society congratulates Miss Boswell on her more frequent appearances in social life after her rather long detention, caused by fatihful pursuit of her vocal culture. She is to appear in the near future in a university recital, as she is said to possess an exceptionally high, sweet voice. Miss Boswell is causing quite a stir in Lawrence society. FAYETTE, MO. Mr. Eugene Leonard has gone to Chicago, where he has secured employment. Mr. Ben Pankey, Jr., we are pleased to say, is convalescent. Mrs. Amanda Merchant addressed the Dunbar Literary society, to the delight of all present, Friday afternoon. Subject, "The Negro Children of the South." Dr. H. E. Johnson of Jefferson City, Mo., was in the city this week. The base ball team of, Lincoln school played a very exciting game with Evansa school of Glasgow, Mo., Friday afternoon, Score, 7 to 6 in favor of Glasgow. Lincoln school was well represented and nicely treated. A return game will be played soon. Dr. and Mrs. A. H. Hilggs have returned from St. Louis, where they attended the Central Missouri Meth- Price $1.50 Per Year. odist Conference. We are highly elated that these splendid people have been returned to pastor the church another year. Their work last year was grandly successful. The Mission circle of the Baptist church was delightfully entertained at the beautiful home of Rev. and Mrs. Wm. Pankey last week. Ice cream and cake were served. The Court of the Heroines of Jericho observed Palm Sunday with an appropriate service in their hall. A part of the service at the M. E. church Sunday night was devoted to the memory of Mrs. W. H. Wheeler, who died last Saturday. We are heartily in sympathy with Rev. Wheeler and family in their great loss. LEAVENWORTH, KAN. Mrs. George Harrison entertained the Eastern Star club Wednesday afternoon at her residence, Tenth and Delaware streets. The ladies enjoyed an interesting program, after which they were bountifully served to ice cream and cake, salted peanuts and chocolate candy. The friends and members of Bethel A. M. E. church greatly enjoyed the recital given by Mrs. Carrie Young Lewis Thursday evening. Every number was grand. Between each number Misses Beatrice Fields and Imogene Banks rendered instrumental and vocal numbers which were greatly enjoyed by all. The trustee helpers served refreshments in the basement. Miss Emma Haworth entertained the Athenaeum Thursday evening at her residence on South Fifth street. St. Mary's Court, Heroines of Jericho, held their annual thanksgiving service at Lethel A. M. E. church Sunday afternoon, April 16. The following program was rendered: Anthem, Bethel choir; instrumental solo, Miss Gladys Carson; address, Prof. W. E. Guy; anthem, choir; remarks, Rev. C. R. Runyon; instrumental solo, Miss Edna Miller; anthem, choir; Scripture lesson, Rev. J. D. Hunt; anthem, choir; sermon, Grand Joshua Rev. Wilson; prayer, Rev. John Wesley McGee; anthem, choir; offering, Sister Jane Jennings and Bro. M. Kerr. Mrs. Minnie E. Henry of Casper, Wyo., is in the city visiting with her mother, Mrs. Clara Richardson, and sisters, Mrs. Lizzie Weaver and Ida M. Thompson, 303 Michigan avenue. Mrs. Henry was reared here and was formerly a nurse in Mitchell hospital. She expects to spend a month visiting relatives and friends here and in Kansas City. CHICKASHA, OKLA. Rev. Smith, pastor of the A. M. E. church, is presiding in Chickasha. Angie Boyd of Oklahoma City is a Chickasha visitor. Mrs. Mary Fletcher has returned from Oklahoma City after a few weeks' stay under a doctor's care in that city. Mrs. Roza Bell is still on the sick list. Mrs. C. R. Dickerson will entertain the 1916 club Thursday evening. Mrs. E. L. Roberson is on the sick list. The First Baptist church is preparing to carry on a big meeting. The Ministerial Alliance met Tuesday evening at the C. M. E. church. DEATRICE, NEB. Rev. H. H. Dent is visiting his mother, at St. Paul, Minn. During his absence the pulpit has been occupied by Rev. Burkhardt and Rev. Porter of Lincoln. Miss Zola Bedell has returned to her home in Lincoln after a visit in this city with Miss Mabel Scott. Mrs. Edward Campcr entertained a few friends Wednesday evening. April 5, complimentary to Rev. Dent, who will leave soon for a visit in Minnesota. He was presented with a purse of $50 and a new suit of clothes by the members of his church. Messars. Wm. Thomas and Vernon Wilkinson of Fairbury spent Sunday in the city at the homes of Misses Gordon and Scott. Mrs. Charles McCaw has returned from Yorkville, S. C., where she was called by the serious illness of her mother. Progress of the Race in Our Sister State. By THEO. BAUGHMAN, Special Scribe. TULSSA, OKLAHOMA. of one of his brick b The scribe called at the laboratory of C. Dearman, scientist, while at Tulsa, and renewed acquaintances of by-gone days. At one time while the scribe was at the head of the Texas Guide, this same man was almost "a good man Friday" to us, and assisted us in numerous ways. He is the discoverer of "Hottentet," a remedy that has won world wide fame, and according to the ex-postmaster on Tulsa, Mr. Dearman ships more medicine than all combined medicine concerns of that town. "Hottentet" has proven its worth, and we were indeed glad to see our old friend doing so well. He is a man who has studied hard, and we are glad of his discovery that is doing so much for suffering humanity. Rev. W. L. Anderson, who breaks the the bread of life in the Baptist church, and does the job right at Bixby, Okla., Baptist church, and who is some preacher, also is a practical watchmaker, is conducting a place at the People's drug store, at 101% N. Greenwood street, Tulsa. He delivers the goods along the repair line, and sells jewelry. Rev. Anderson is one of the race who believes in hustling for his oats. He has a standing contract to fix the scribe's "Big Ben." He reads The Plaindealer. The People's drug store at 101% N. Greenwood street, is a representative place at which you will find a complete line of pure drugs, sundries, etc. The ice cream and soft drink department is up-to-date, and is ably looked after by Miss Pattie Boles, a very pleasant little lady. The "smoke house" in this drug store consists of all the leading brands of imported and domestic cigars, etc. Dr. D. W. Bryant, the owner, is a graduate of the University of Tennessee, Memphis, class 1906 and is one of the race's leading physicians, enjoying a large practice. The success of this gentleman, as well as the People's drug store is due largely to Mrs. Bryant, who is a cultured woman, and above all, who knows how to be pleasant. This lady is an ex-teacher and is an active worker in church and society circles. One of the colored officials of Tulsa, is Mr. Barney Cleaver, a deputy sheriff, who has proven, for six years, that he is an officials worth while. Mr. Cleaver has established the Cleaver Detective Agency, 508 N. Greenwood street, and is doing yoeman service in wiping out criminality in that part of the world. He has fourteen men working in the various parts of Oklahoma, and two in Kansas. This agency is chartered by the state of Oklahoma, and receives recognition by the sheriff's association, in fact every association that stands for law and order. Dr. R. T. Bridgewater, the eminent Negro physician, now maintains modern offices in the Wood building at Tulsa. The scribe dropped in and as usual received a cordial welcome. This gentleman has not spared money to secure all the modern fixtures, instruments, etc., that go to make a place up-to-date. He is one man of the race who has got out of practicing medicine, all that is coming to him, and by exercising wise judgment, is one of the race's best fixed men. Including his residence, Dr. Bridgewater has one dozen houses in Tulsa, valued at $15,000. The rent of these houses go from $10 to $20,50, making his income from that source $150 per month. They are all situated in the best part of town, and are among the best rent houses in the colored section of Tulsa. Dr. Bridgewater is the product of Melborn, class 1005 and has practiced in Tulsa every since his graduation, which is a strong recommendation of his worth. He is a dutiful church man, a member of the board of trustees of the A. M. E. church, and since the organization of the church, of which Dr. Bridgewater assisted in organizing. He has been superintendent of the Sunday school, and it is one of the best in the state. He is modest man, and don't boast of what he is doing—but "believe me," he is doing his part, and his efforts are being crowned with success. The leading property owners of the race, and one who owns the largest house at Tulsa, is that wideawake man, Mr. Jim Cherry. He has thirteen rent houses, valued at $20,000; renting from $10 to $20 per month. He also owns in addition to his rent houses, two, 2-story brick buildings, which are worth $8,000; they are occupied by a colored grocery store, lodge meetings, and the public school. Too, he owns a 4-chair tensorial parlor, one of the best in town, two bath rooms and one shower bath on the upper floor of one of his brick buildings. He has a rooming house. This man is a practical plumber, doing all kinds of plumbing and has a neat shop in Camerick street, where he is prepared to do anything along his line. The cherry residence, consists of seven rooms, and basement, and furnished in excellent style. This man has been at Tulsa nine years, and has made every dollar he has in that time. For a side issue he has opened a grocery store that is looked after by Mrs. Cherry. This man, who is full of push, is the largest taxpayer of the race in Tulsa, and in him the Negro boy will find a man worthy to imitate. One of the men of whom the lawbreaker has a fear for at Tulsa is Mr. J. W. Dillard, who is an ex-policeman and at present a deputy sheriff, and the board of commissioners having implicit faith in him appointed him a constable. This man is one of the old citizens of Tulsa and is doing his entire duty as an officer. One of the live wires at Tulsa is Mr. Wm. Walker, who owns and operates a high class cleaning and pressing establishment at 518 East Archer street. His work is his strongest recommendation. This gentleman is liberally patronized because he does work right. Mr. Walker owns a modern home at 322 Franklin street. It is a two story bungalow, eight rooms, and is a credit to the race. He has a brother at Western University who for eighteen years has been in charge of the farming department. His father, who was a shoemaker at Quindaro for thirty-five years, was accidentally burned to death before Christmas. The Walkers are doers. Mr. T. LaRue, an expert watchmaker and jeweler, is conducting a place at 108 North Greenwood street, Tulsa, and he has convinced the public that he is no amateur at the trade he is following. Mr. LaRue has been mastering his trade for twenty years, and we are glad to see him succeeding. He believes in "stickability," and by sticking to the jewelry business has made good. O. ION II. A. GUESS. Hon. II. A. Guess, at 303 East Archer street, Tulsa, has reached his fourteenth milestone as a lawyer, having spent that time in the Indian Territory and Oklahoma, and is well versed as a lawyer. Lawyer Guess has made good and now handles not only a large practice, but also handles oil and gas leases, and informed us that he is enjoying a nice practice. This man has not forgotten to feather his nest, and owns some valuable real estate. Mr. Guess is not overlooking politics, and is serving as precinct committeeman. His long experience in the practice of law gives him an advantage over many men in the practice of law. He makes a specialty of civil and probate matters. Lawyer Guess is all right. Mr. II. Watson, a young man of our race, is in the tailoring business at 20 North Cincinnati street. His place is a neat one and his work is first class. Such places as Mr. Watson's are a credit to our race. Mr. A. J. Douglass, who owns and operates the Exchange tonsorial parlor at 21's North Cincinnati street, Tulsa, is a "barber for your whiskers," and he has one of the swellest places in the town for the race. It is a neat two chair place, enameled chairs, etc., and strictly sanitary. Mr. Douglass is a master of the strop and razor and is assisted by that expert workman, Mr. Edward Kimmell. Such places as the Exchange reflect credit on us as a race. Mr. Douglass is a business man and owns a good farm near Coffeyville, Kan. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Payne, two old time friends, are conducting a rooming house at 22 North Cincinnati street, Tulsa, and by keeping clean rooms and treating the public THE MUSICAL THE MUSICAL REV. W. H. WOODS, PH. B. right are always "filled up." These good people are experts at hotel keeping and will in a few days open a modern cafe. They have studied the wants of the public and see to it that everybody who atops with them gets everything that is coming to them. These good people are true race lovers and encourage Negro enterprise. Feeding spiritual food is not the only thing that Rev. C. L. Netherland is good at doing, as he is some business man, conducting a three chair tonsorial parlor at 24% Boston street, Tulsa. His place is modern and his workmen know the trade. The artists employed are J. B. Beason, J. R. Bell and C. L. Netherland. The man who doctors shoes when they are out of fix is Mr. Preston Little. This is a commendable enterprise and conducted in a decent manner. Rev. Netherland is a Christian gentleman and is not satisfied with the "home not made with hands," but owns some valuable property. He is atly pastoring Union Grove Baptist church, Wybark, Okla. Mr. A. W. Anderson, a thrifty colored citizen of Tulsa, is conducting the Headlight dairy. He started three years ago with one cow and today he has twelve high grade cows and is doing nicely. This dairy gives his two sons and his wife employment, and this good man told me that he had nothing to kick about. Mr. Anderson owns some valuable city property and is a man full of push. Rev. R. A. Whitaker joined our list of readers at Tulsa. He is the able pastor of Mt. Zion Baptist ```markdown ``` [Name] DR. D. W. BRYANT. church of that town, which has a membership of close to 600. This "son of thunder" has in course of construction a new church edifice, which when completed will have cost $12,215. Rev. Whitaker informed us that he has the most loyal congregation in the state of Oklahoma. This man is a strong man and a safe leader. Mr. J. S. Gist, a business man of the race at 121 North Greenwood street, Tulsa, is conducting an up-to-date grocery and meat market. His stock is complete and he enjoys a nice trade. He has about $1065 invested. The second floor is used as a rooming house, with twelve good rooms. The feature that struck us was that Mr. Gist owns the two story brick he is in, this building being worth $5000. Mr. L. McGregor, the merchant, is still at his old stand at 124 N. Greenwood street, Tulsa, Okla., where he carries a complete line of fresh staple and fancy groceries, in fact, everything to be found in a first class grocery is carried by Mr. McGregor. In connection with his well regulated store he operates a meat market, and his stock is all paid for, as well as the building in which he conducts his business. The restaurant department is conducted by his excellent wife. Aside from another valuable piece of property in Tulsa, he owns two houses and lots in Little Rock, Ark. We are proud of such men as Mr. McGregor. Mrs. N. T. Tucker is conducting a three chair tonsorial parlor at 126 North Greenwood street, Tulsa, and works only recognized artists. They are: Messrs. John Summers, J. P. Dimond and N. T. Tucker. The shop is conducted in an orderly manner and strives to please the public. The Home Undertaking Co. No. 2 is located at 114 North Greenwood street, Tulsa, and is one of the lending undertaking establishments owned and operated by the race. The manager, Mr. H. W. Ragsdale, is an undertaker and embalmer, and one of the best we have. His stock is complete, consisting of caskets, etc. This company owns two of the best horses in Tulsa, a dead wagon, funeral car, automobile, cab, buggy, etc. The race should see to it that every colored person who dies at Tulsa THE MARKET MAN should be buried by this company. The home office is at Muskogee and these establishments are owned by Messrs. Ragsdale & Sons. These men are leaders along their line and haven't spared money to give the race a place that is a credit to us as a people. The New Lincoln Theater is another playhouse opened at Tulsa, at 614 East Archer street. This high class playhouse is ably managed by Mr. W. II. Phillips, an experienced showman. This place has a seating capacity of 410 and the crowds are enjoying the excellent programs that are rendered there from time to time. The orchestra is a classy one, and the very best pictures are to be seen, and the vaudeville features are above those you see in many places. We are glad when our men open up places like the Lincoln for the entertainment of our people. An excellent widow who owns a nice Bungalow at 612 East Archer street, at Tulsa, is Mrs. Maggie Hulsey. She is conducting an up-to-date rooming house, having seven well furnished rooms. We are always glad to see our people use such good judgment and build homes like Mrs. Hulsey. Perhaps the best patronized place in Tulsa is the cafe at 106 North Greenwood street, which is owned and operated by Mrs. Susie Bell. This excellent lady is not only one of the best cooks we have ever met, but a pleasing lady with plenty of business sense. Mrs. Bell is making money and exercising wise judgment and buying property. Since our last visit to Tulsa she has built an excellent home and furnished it in good style. She applies herself to her business and attempts to give the public the best the market affords, and it is cooked right. In fact her home cooking wins praise from all who eat at her cafe. A dignified Christian gentleman, whose life stands out as an open book, and each leaf is brimful of achievements, is Rev. W. H. Woods, Ph. B., of Tulsa. This man has been a preacher for ten years and at present is ably pastoring the Union Baptist church of Tulsa, and is president of the General Sunday School State Convention, a position he is filling with credit. He is a firm believer in what is known as the Boyd faction, and is an unceasing worker. Rev. Woods informed us that there would be more than 200 Sunday schools that would stay with the National Baptist Publishing House at Nashville, Tenn., presided over by Dr. Boyd. This eminent man, Rev. Wood, is now touring the state of Oklahoma, working in the interest of what he believes. This gifted pulpit orator does not believe in talking so much about a home not built with hands, but is putting business and religion together and owns two good brick buildings on Greenwood street as well as other valuable property, and though only 38 years of age, it is said that he is the wealthiest Baptist preacher in Oklahoma. Dr. Woods is blessed with a cultured wife, Mrs. Woods being a leading teacher. The Crescent Laundry Co., at 606 East Archer street, Tulsa, is a Negro enterprise that is helping to make history for our race. The proprietors, Messrs. F. O. Franklin and A. A. Hunley, have spent money to make the laundry first class, and are doing work that is above crillicism. They have all the latest machinery, etc., and give employment to six people. If the Negroes of Tulsa who give out laundry work would concentrate their support to the Crescent, fifteen of the race could be worked. Several hundred dollars have been invested and we hope to see our folks make the enterprise a success. The East End Feed, Poultry and Coal Co., at 604 East Archer street, Tulsa, is a Negro enterprise of which Mr. A. C. Clay is the man at the head. He keeps what the public wants along his line and is pushing his business. He is a property owner and we wish we had more men of his spirit. Byrns & Anderson, at 603 East Archer street, Tulsa, are expert tailors. They make, clean, press and repair clothes, and when it comes to doctoring old clothes and making new ones they cannot be excelled. These young men are the kind who succeed when they go into business, because they do work right and strive to please the public. The public is invited to visit their excellent place. Mesdames Maudie Henry and Irene Evans are two women of our race who are seamstresses at 609 East Archer street, Tulsa, where they do all kinds of high class sewing. They also deal largely in hair goods. We are always glad to see our women who are full of push. Messrs. Jetter and Numley, two wide-awake'business men at 101 N. Greenwood street, Tulsa, are conducting a dry goods store in which they keep a stock of up-to-date goods. They have carefully selected their stock, and considering everything are doing well. We need more such enterprises and we hope these gentleman will succeed. At 321 North Greenwood street, Tulsa, Mrs. Elnora Ashford is conducting a neat grocery store and meat market. Her stock represents an investment of more than $1000 and she has a little of everything. She is also an expert hair dresser, and deals in hair oils. Mrs. Ashford is not only a successful merchant, but has won quite a name as a hair artist. Her husband, Rev. J. W. Ashford, is not only a good preacher, but an expert carpenter. They own property and are among the leaders of the race. He is pastoring at Sapulpa and Alsuma and is doing a great work for our race. Mrs. Emma Swinger, an excellent widow of the race, at 415 North Greenwood street, Tulsa, is conducting a cafe in her own building. She attempts to serve the best and her home cooking has won for her many patrons. She owns some very valuable property and is one of our best women. She possesses a sweet disposition and makes one feel at home. Mr. E. G. Howard is still conducting a three chair tonsorial parlor at 107 North Greenwood street, Tulsa, where you can get real barber work, as Mr. Howard employs only artists in his place. He is a live wire around Tulsa and the bunch know he is there. Mr. J. H. Lewis, a recognized mechanic at Tulsa, has opened up and is successfully conducting a grocery store in the Fairview addition, his stock being worth about $500. This man has a lovely home and an interesting family. He worships at the First Baptist church and stands for something in his town. He lives a life that others of the race could well afford to imitate. He came to this place from Brookhaven, Miss., and when he brought a clean bill as an upright Christian man. Hon. Freeman L. Martin, the eminent colored attorney, who for twelve years has been practicing law, has modern offices in the Woods building at Tulsa, where he has one of the best libraries of any attorney of our race. In the dozen years that he has been practicing, Lawyer Martin has built up a very large practice. His steadily growing business has compelled him to employ a stenographer in the person of Mr. McKinley Bond of Columbus, Kan. Judge Freeman is a justice of the peace of Tulsa and is the only colored man to hold such a position in a large town in the Southwest. He is discharging the duties of the office with credit. Mr. Martin is the attorney for the Missionary Baptist State Convention of Oklahoma, which requires a great deal of his time. While the scribe was in Tulsa Mr. Martin was appointed deputy county assessor, the first man of our race to occupy that office. Mrs. Mabel Marie Martin, his wife, is a cultured woman who has been employed in the city schools for six years, and who is assistant principal of the Dunbar grade school, and is one or the best teachers we have. The Martin home at Tulsa is one of the swellest in the state, being a two story, nine room house and modern in every respect. This is one of the race's best families, and they have toiled unceasingly to build a race. Hon. G. W. Hutchins is one of our attorneys at Tulsa, a broad-gauged man who knows law. In fact this man is one of the true apostles of Blackstone. Mr. Hutchins has had his shingle to the breeze for a dozen years and no one questions his ability as a lawyer. He was a pupil in "the school of hard knocks," and is one of our experienced men. In fact Mr. Hutchins is a self-made man. He has been admitted to practice in all the courts of the United States, an honor that all men do not enjoy. He owns a two story brick flat of twelve rooms and it is a good building. This man is a safe leader and one who puts value on his word. The Crystal lunch counter, at 110 North Greenwood street, Tulsa, is a well regulated place where you get what you want to eat. The proprietor, Mr. C. G. Gipson, has spared neither time nor money to give the race a creditable place. Soft drinks of every description are sold and a complete line of high grade cigars are kept. Miss Settle Jones is the manager and she treats the public right. Mr. Joseph S. Graham, proprietor of the tailoring business at 114 North Greenwood street, Tulsa, is a man who knows the trade from A to Z. He cuts, makes, presses, cleans and repairs clothes, and all work going out from his place bears the earmarks of good workmanship. He employs two tailors besides himself in the persons of Messrs. Eugene Anderson and Joseph Flowers. Mr. Graham's place is a busy one and and the men are kept on the jump from early morn to late at night. One of the popular dentists of our race is located at Tulsa, in the Williams building, in the person of Dr. J. J. McKeever, who finished at Meharry, class of 1907. He is an able man and maintains modern dental parlors. He is an expert en dentistry and his workmanship has won him a large patronage. Such cultured men, who are able to do some one thing well, are the kind who are giving our race some standing. The Economy drug store, 108 N. Greenwood street, Tulsa, is one of the best regulated drug stores owned BSR. ise othe al $M nan von bert, . ake Sy os Se ea wwe wae oe Y % FE ee nn eee enna renee een ee manta pce athena DAS aa Sa ee ee ae eee, patronage. The popular proprietor, Dr, A. F, Bryant, has spent money to give the race m swell place, Be- sides a complete line of pure drugs, wundries, etc., this place has a awell soda fountain, and all soft drinks, ete., are dispensed, There is a aub- United Staten postoffice in this place| to accommodate the citizens of that: portion of Tulsa, Dr. Bryant ts a) popular citizen and has a host of friends. He Is the product of Me- harry college, class of 1907 and has made himself felt in the affairs of the race, Dr. styant is a property holder, and such men are the kind who are gradually, toning up Negro citizenship, Our race needs more business and professional men of Dr. Bryant's kind, Dr. J. M. Key 3s one of the suc- cessful physiclans of the race at Tulsa, having offices in the Woods Dullding on Greenwood street. This man has been practicing medicine a long time and Is a physiclan of recognized ability. Dr. Key at- tended Meharry Medical college, having graduated in 1899. Ils lit- crary training was secured at Lane college, Walden university and Lin- coin university, Pennsylvania, and he Is what you might properly style a prepared man, He is a broad. gauged man and Is willing to sacri- fice to build up a strong race. The Roya} Cleaner, a swell tail- coring establishment at 14 North Cincinnati street, Tulsa, is owned by Mr. W. B. Johnson,-an expert tailor, This man has one of the best equipped places to be found anywhere, and his work {s above criticism. There are four people working at the Royal, and Mr. Johnson is helping in the solution of the race problem, Such men in Dusiness are compelled to succeed. Mrs, P. O, Folwell, an excellent lady of the race, is conducting a cafe nt 120 North Elgin _ street, ‘Tulsa, where she serves the best the market affords. This tady also has rooms to let, Mrs, Fobvell is an expert with the needle and {s also an extensive dealer in hair goods, etc, Drop in and see her when you are in Tulsa. One of the commendable grocery stores and meat markets at Tulsa Is that owned and conducted by Mr. J. E. Grant at 123 North Greenwood sircet. It is a large, spacious brick and stocked with staple and fancy groceries, country produce. Fully $1500 has been put into this store and, including himself, it takes five people to take care of this store. ‘Mr. Grant has put business meth- ods into what he is doing, and the enterprise is n success. His meat market, like the store, contains the choicest meat, and you can get what you want at this place. ‘The Busy Bee cafe, at 112 North Greenwood street, Tulsa, is per- thaps one of the swellest places in Oklahoma, Mrs. T. H. Elliott, 3 very pleasing little lady and one who knows the cafe business from A to Z, {s the proprietress, and she makes an effort to give the public ervice, The Busy Bee is neatly arranged and the best of order is maintained, and if you desire home cooking and vervice that pleases, call at Mra, Elliott's place. Mr, L. C. Anderson is conduct- ing one of the largest grocery stores owned by the race at Tulsa, It is in the Cherry brick building, 501 North Greenwood street, and he has $2000 invested. In connection with his store he has an up-to-date meat market, There are three of the race at work and our people are rallying to Mr. Anderson, He owns valuable property at Muskogee, and fn this man we have strictly a busi- ness man, ‘The race has no greater church- man than that eminent prelate, Dr. CG. R. Tucker, who has for twenty- five years occupied the lofty? posi- valuable property at Muskogee, and fn this man we bave strictly a busi. ness man, The race has no greater church: man than that eminent prelate, Dr. CG. R. Tucker, who has for twenty- five years occupied the lofty? posi: tion as clergyman, and we have no stronger man in our race, His Jeadership has proven a great thing for the race, a& numerous men and ‘women have accepted the plan of salvation through this God-sen! ‘man’s preaching. He served as pre- siding elder for fourteen years and fn fact he has occupied many offices of trust, and the people have im: plicit faith in him, He started his qoinisterial career at Kansas City and much of his life has been spent in Kansas and Oklahoma, Dr. Tucker is an ardent believer in pre- paredness along all lines, and espe- cfally does he believe in Negre preachers being prepared to do the Master's will. He attended college at Lawrence, Kan., for three years and is a well read man—in fact, he ja one of the best posted mon in the race, Dr, Tucker served Avery chapel at Oklahoma City for six years, and on accepting the charge there found an indebtedness of $6500, but when he left there cwas only $1800 due—a record, in- deed, The membership was 176, but when he left the membership was 494, this being the best church fn the A, M. E. connectlon fn ARE YOU HAPPY? IF NOT, WHY NOT? " Do you have Backache, an achey- rundown feeling, profuse or scanty urination, discolored or foul urine? DR. DERBY’S KIDNEY PILLS will correct these troubles speedily, They are a aclentifie, safe, powerful clean- ser of the kidneys and bladder, ONE MILLION of Dr. Derby's Kid- ney Pills were sold to Paysiclans in 90 days, Good physicians prescribe them. To anyone who writes us they have never used Dr. Derby's Kidney Pills, we will send 9 six days’ treat: mest—our regular 25¢ package, for 10¢ In coin, .Don't delay! Order a package today, as this offer is good for a imited time only, At Drug Stores, 25¢ and 50c. DERBY MEDICINE CO, Eaton Repide, Mich, ‘Oklahoma, At present Dr. Tucker ‘is ably pastoring Vernon chapel, A. M, E. church, at Tulsa, where he is establishing an unheard of rec- ord. He is a manly preacher and stands for manhood and Negro*ad- vancement, and in him we recognize a true apostle of the lowly Nazarine and a man made out of matertal from which bishops are fnade. If there Is a man who can occupy the lofty position of bishop with dignity that man is Dr. Tucker and the scribe predicts that he will be one of the strongest men at the general conference in Philadelphia in May. There is a little music teacher at Tulsa who fs delivering the goods, in the person of Miss Clara E. Toddy, the product of Leland university, New Orleans. She is proficient in music, and has a class of seventy atudents, and the showing made by these students {s something start- ling. In a musical given while your scribe was there each one acquitted himself with credit, which spoke volumes for the excellent lit- tle teacher. She possesses a ripe brain, and 1s a woman who wil bring much credit t our race. This gifted little woman's services are sought by a great many people whc desire first class music, and on all occasions she more than makes good. Mr. J. A. Anderson, a progress- ive man of ovr race, is conducting a neat grocery and meat market at 516 Sorth Elgin street, Tulsa, He carries a neat stock and informed us that the race was treating him nicely. Every time a man of our race makes guod it gives the race standing in the commercial world. Mrs, George W. Hunt, one of the race's business women, is conduct. ing the Patace of Sweets at 516 East Archer street, Tulsa, and in connection with the same she Is Conducting the Creole Hair Parlor, where first class work of that kind can be had, Mrs. Hunt fs also a maker of pure human hair and can please the most fastidious. Drop in and see this lady. | ‘There is a colored real estate ‘dealer at Tulsa who Is succeeding, in the person of Hon. Chas, John- son, who has modern offices at 216 East. Archer street, ‘Real Estate and Loans, Specialty in Clearing Titles, Oil and Gas Leases, Etc.” In Mr, Johnson the race has a true hustler, and by push he has estab- lished a business that any man mick be proud of. He is a busi- ness man, every inch of him, and is Jhelping to make history for our race, (The Tulsa write-up being so ex- tensive, it will be continued in our next issue, Many of the Interest- ing things about the town will ap. ite In the next installment.) LAWRENCE, KANSAS, Miss Lenora Jones, teacher of class No, 8, of St, Luke A. M. E. Sunday school, entertained her class with a line party to the Bowersock, April 12, to see “Joseph and Ilis Brethren,” Miss Jones served dain- ty refreshments at her home after the shows Those In the party were; Viola Barnett, Irene Wallace, Ma. mie Cooper, America Wright, Forts. tean Spencer and Francis Davis, Mr, Peter Hamilton, who will de- part for Omaha, Nebr,, soon, took dinner with Lenora Jones, Sunday, ———_— MAPLE HILL. KANSAS. Mr. Richard Wallace spent Satur- day evening and Sunday in Topeka. Several Maple Hill folks atten- ded the play at the hall in Paxico, Mr. Robert Oliver Sundayed in Paxico, Mra, Elmer Douglass and son, of Paxico, spent Saturday in Maple Ta Alwayne Smith and Edgar Oliver Sundayed in Paxlco. Miss Rosa Scott spent Sunday at her home in Paxico. —j—— The Topeka Plaindealer has the news that Is of Interest to our peo- ple throughout the United States. EMPORIA, KANSAS, Mrs, Loulse Hyder Erwin dled at! her home, three miles East of this! city, late Saturday night, after an illness of two months, The funeral) was held Monday afternoon at 1:00 o'clock from the Christian church. ‘The services were conducted by the Rev, B, C, Duke of Topeka, sasis- ted by Rev. C. Ey Craggett, of To- peka. Obituary, Miss Loulse Virginia Hyder was) born in Carter county, near Eliza- bethtown, East Tennessee, May Cth, 1851. She was married September 12th, 1872 at Jonnson City Tennessee, to Samuel Preston Erwin, To this union seven children were born, ont of which died some months ago. Mea, Ervin with her husband and family moved to Kansas in the year of 1881, She was a devout and con- selentious Christian, having profes- sed her faith in Christ in 1869, She bore her last illness and suffer- ing with great fortitude, She was blessed with the comfort of having the care and home affecticn of her entire family who were with her in her last illness, The church and community both in which she lived and died will always feel that their foss is heaven’s gain, It was through her kindly admonition and daily living that caused her husband to become a Christian, She expres- sed her willingness to be ushered in- to the arms of"Jesus. She {is sur. | vived by her husband, two daughters, Mra, Belle Helm, Mra. Maude Car- |son and four sons, Lloyd, Arthur, Fred and Ralph, also fifteen grand- lchildren to mourn her lose. To Mra, Louise Ervin. Sister thou wast mild and lovely Gentle as the summer breeze Pleasant as the air.of evening, When it floats amdhg the trees. "Peaceful be thy silent slumber, | Peaceful in the grave 20 low, Thou no more will join our number, Thou no more our songs shalt know. Dearest sister, thou has left us Here thy loss we deeply feel | But ‘ths God that hath bereft us He can all our sorrows heal. va again we hope to meet thee, When the day of life Is fled; Then in heaven with joy to greet thee Where no farewell tears are shed. | GARNETT, KANSAS. | Miss Beatrice Martin, who ha: been visiting her parents, My. an ‘Mrs. Joe Martin, returned to Leav. ‘enworth, Friday. Rev, Ralston preached at the Sec: ond Baptist churcn, Sunday. The ladies of the A. M. E. church will give an entertainment, Saturday evening, April 29th, at the parson. age. ‘The Willing Workers, of the See ond Baptist church will give an en- tertainment Monday evening at the parsonage, ‘The Easter services will be held at the Second Baptist church Sunday afternoon at 2:00 o'clock. Easter services at the A. M. E. church will begin at 6:30, Mr, and Mrs. Henry, Mr. and Mrs. Lonian; Misses Carrie Walker and Fannie Lonian, were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Bert Willet, Sun- day afternoon, ——— NORBORNE, MISSOURI, | Spiing Is gradually taking the place of winter, but when it snowed two days in succession, it reemed as if it was coming the ather way. The city council thought wisety when it saw fit to appoint Nick Levy as street commissioner and as a re- sult in our favor, he has employed a majority force of colored men and teams to assist in the annual clean- up of the city. These are the kind of men of the other race that we ad- mire, At present the social side of life is not being forgotten as the ladies’ clubs are very active, We regret very much that we cannot fay as much for the men, It is strange, but the women most slways lead. Mrs, Gertrude Peeler entertained the ladies last week, This week, the ladies were entertained by Mrs. Thomas Clayton in the afternoon on Thursday and at night the men entertained and to say that we en. Joyed ourselves hugely, doesn't ex- press our feelings, yet we will live and hope for another invitation, - ‘Misses Hattie and Sallie Teeler were recent visitors in our sister- town, “Hardin.” | Mise Bertha Clay wes a visitor in Richmond a short time ago. “Sweet Kansas” to the best town on the map for an Indefinite stay, It seema that our petition to the school board will result in an im. provement for our school, but to what extent we cannot ssy, however, we have fought our way so far and we THE SUCCESSORS STORE OF TO CUORTESY ‘ had iu THE MILLS AND DRY GOODS SERVICE co. 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An elaborate Easter program is being prepared by the assistance of the children for the A, M. E, church, ;, James Ry Alexander and family, have moved into the Willam Alex- lander property. | Sandy Peeler und fumily, have ‘moved into the Richard Constant ‘property, Alexander Peeler and Clarence ‘McCorkle, are working on the rail- road at Missourl City. We are sure that spring is here as George Jacobs Is taking his an- nual yacation—fishing every day. Messra Allen Duncan and Manuel Lee have employment on farms not very far from town. 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Fisher last Thursday, Mra, Isadore Moore and Mrs, Mildred Harding, gave a eurprie pound party Thursday night in hon or of their aunt and uncle, Mr. and ‘Mrs, E. D, Moore. Over eighty aix were invited. Mrs, Millie slarding, of — Rock Creek, has moved tu the Grove. a * OTTAWA, KANSAS. The Ladies Aid of the Third Bap. tist church met Thursday with Mise Elsie Lewis, They organized te work in the Interest of the $1,500 campaign that has been spoken of by the pastor and his members t remodel the church. The Missior circle and the Aid society are striv. ing to raise $100 each by November. Pastor Williams teft Sundsy for Fort Scott, where ho preached the baptisimal sermon and assisted the pastor, Rev, Crutchfield in baptizing fifty candidates, It was one of the greatest. meetings in the history of the church. Rey, Crutchfield will asist Rev, Williams in his baptizing on the fifth Sunday, Mrs, Rev, Armstrong has just closed a two weeks’ series of meet. ings at the A, M. 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Bargain Basement—Pelletier’s white Wash Cloths with pink, blue or lavender barders and care fully bound edges—reguiar be ones, On sale, 7 fotsecesessseee BOC 10c wash cloths, 6c The large, 16x15-inch size Turk knit Wash Cleths with pink, yellow, blue, or lavender stripes and atitched edges — regular lc ones . LOP cecsccecsccevcuseeseces 6e Barber towels, 27c doz. Barbers' soft catten towels; white with red borders and hemmed ends—alight “seconds” of regular Ge Barber Towls on sale 12 fOr sssssecsseesseeseese Ze Bargain Barement—Pelletier’s | Mrs, Stephen Gavett has returned from Kansas City, where she spent two wecks visiting her daughter, Mis, Sherman Armstrong. ——_——— | BETHEL, KANSAS. | Mra, Pernina Thompson, visited her daughter, Mrs, Walter Bettis at Edwardsville last week. Mr. I. V. Brown, and Horace ‘Dwiggins, of Kansas City, were out Sunday, the guests of friends here. Mr. Edward Ross, of Kansas City, ‘Mo., was a guest at the home of Dennis S, Thompson, Wednesday of last week. The members of the Oak Ridge Baptist Sunday scheol gave an “apron social” at the church Satur. day evening. Mre, Jennie Robinson, is spending several days with friends in Kansas City, Mr, Al Rodgers, was out from Kansas City, Monday to visit his family, Mr, Tolliver Thompson, was the guest of Mr, John Farrell, at Quin- daro, Monday. Messrs Andrew Smith, and Cald- well, of Kansas City, were guests of Mr, and Mrs, George Dunn, Sun- day, Mr. William Hatener has moved Into his new residence. Rev, William Enyard, of Kansas City, visited friends here last week. Miss Ruth Thompson has been in- disposed for several days, but is able to be out again, Mies Cora Sharp, was home from Kansas City, Sunday. CALDWELL, KANSAS, |_ Rev, Frank Ward, of the A. M. E, church, quietly passed away on the Sth. Te was highly esteemed and one of the oldest colored net. tlers, He leaves a wife, three daugh- tera and two sons and a host of good friends to mourn his demise, Mrs, Aloes Chandler is on the sick lat. | The National Insurance Co., fore warded through their agent, Rev. J. R, Whitly, a check for $150 for ‘Mrs, Celia Ward. --- --- When the attention of The Plainlander is called to any misstatement of facts in its column, or to any error concerning any man or thing, correction will cheerfully be made. Unsigned communications, except from our regular correspondence, will not be published. NEWTON, KANSAS. The aproa bazaar given by the Sewing circle of the C. M. E. church was quite a success. A neat sum—$17.25 was realized from the aprons, and the entertainment given by the stewards was also a success. They realized a neat sum of $6.80, making a total of $24.05 for the evening. The most interesting feature of the bazaar was the race between Mrs. J. M. Gross and Mrs. Lloyd Rickman. It was decided that the one soliciting the highest number of aprons should be entertained at the home of the loser. Mrs. Rickman having solicited forty-nine aprons to Mrs. Gross' thirty-three, will be the recipient of the entertainment. Mrs. Charles W. French, who underwent an operation at Axtell's hospital a few weeks ago, is able to be out again. Mr. Joe Bell and Master Joe Bell, of Hutchinson, spent Sunday in the city. Wednesday evening the younger set entertained guests from Hutchinson at the home of Mrs. W .C. Downing. The evening was pleasantly spent in dancing and cards and all report a very enjoyable time. The Excelsior Art and Study club met Tuesday afternoon at the home of Mrs. William Berry. Roll call was answered by quotations from Longfellow. A paper, "Speaking What You Think," was read by Miss Canella Roach and discussed by the various members of the club. Lunch was served by the hostess. Mrs. Julia Sheldon, of Nashville, Tenn., is visiting her aunt, Mrs. W. H. Page. LANGSTON, OKLA. Many Langstonians attended the musicale at Coyle Monday night. Miss Melissa Sexton, who spent the winter in Wellington, Kan., returned home Monday evening. Everyone is glad to see her smiling face again. Prof. Inman E. Page, who was poisoned by candy coloring, is able to be up again. We hope for him a speedy and permanent recovery. On last Tuesday night the citizens of Langston bade good-bye to Mrs. M. F. Hazelwood, who departed Wednesday evening for her old home in Henderson, Ky. A program was rendered at New Hope Baptist church, and from there the crowd wended their way to Mrs. Hazelwood's residence, where a delicious repast was partaken of. The young gents of the Quality Set entertained at the residence of Mrs. Mabel E. Harding Jordan, in honor of Mr. Homer McPhearson, who left Wednesday for his home in Paola, Kan. Those present were: Misses Jeanette Lay, Madoline Youngblood, Sally Simington, Byrdalee Jordan, Emma Chapman, Marin Simington, Susie Giddings, Charity Reed and Edna Chapman; Messrs. John Chapman, Lewis Simington, Homer McPhearson, Willis Reed, Robert Brown and Clarence Ray. Music and games were the pastimes of the evening. A delicious course luncheon was served, after which everyone bade Mr. McPhearson good-bye, and gave words of consolation to a certain young lady. Everyone is much interested in the A. C. B. league's programs. On last Wednesday night the mock trial was the principal feature. This week the subject of debate is: "Resolved, that women should have an equal right with men to education." The debate promises to be a good one, as the debaters on both sides are renowned. The play entitled "District School at Blueberry Corner," which was postponed from Wednesday night to Saturday night, was rendered by the pupils of the city schools, at New Hope Baptist church. Everyone speaks in great praise of Miss Beasie Cornell, the teacher, and of the good she is accomplishing. Rev. S. I. Jordan of Shawnee, who was in the city a day or two the guest of his son and daughter-in-law, Postmaster W. G. Jordan and wife, left Saturday morning for Oklahoma City. "The Obstinate Family," given at the auditorium of C. A. and N. University by the juniors, Friday night, was quite a success. Miss Marie Arthur, who has been ill several weeks and was taken to Dr. Conrad's sanitarium in Guthrie, is much improved and able to be at home again. Sunday was quarterly meeting day at Salter's chapel, A. M. E. church. Presiding Elder T. N. Hayes preached two able sermons. Everyone left the church feeling happy. Baptizing at the Baptist church is postponed until next Sunday. Baby Quinton Jordan, aged two years, who has been indisposed with croup for a week or two, was able to go to Sunday school last Sunday. Baby goes with his larger brothers to Sunday school, and when the weather is too severe for the larger boys Baby tells his mamma: "I can go by myself." BOYNTON, OKLA. At the residence of Mrs. M. Colton a mothers' reunion party was given in honor of Mrs. Colton's birthday. Old folks' songs and music constituted the program. Those present were: Mesdames Rich, Trout, Carter, Warmble, Morton, Thomas, Johnson, Kernel and Harris. Refreshments were served, Mrs. Colton being assisted by Mrs. Jerome Williams. The ladies departed declaring an enjoyable time at had been had. Mrs. Hattie Fuller of Oklahoma City is visiting her daughter, Mrs. Wm. Burton, this week. Service was well attended Sunday at both churches. Rev. Robinson at the Baptist and Rev. Je- EXELENTO QUININE POMADE Made Her Hair Grew. 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Mr. LeFlore and Mr. Starks have done nicely in overhauling their residences. Both houses look good. M. Colton's store carries a fine stock of meats and groceries and makes prompt delivery. Dr. Penny and Messrs. Lockridge and Sango have purchased fine Studebaker automobiles. The West Side schoolgirls are very busy crocheting these days. Mr. and Mrs. Boswell have moved back to Boynton. Our teachers, Prof. Wilson, Mrs. Gipson and Miss Mitchell, are very busy. STERLING, KAN. The Booker Washington Art club met with Mrs. Mattie White Thursday last. The meeting was called to order by the president, opening with song, and prayer by chaplain, followed by roll call, to which each member responded with a quotation from the Bible. Then came the business session, which was brief. A short program was given, consisting of a reading by Mrs. S. M. Stewart and a reading by Mrs. Polly Bland, which were full of inspiration and filled the house with laughter. Mrs. Mattie White gave a lovely reading, then a paper was read by Lummie Adams, entitled, "Always Do the Right," followed by discussion. The discussion was well carried out, being opened by Mrs. W. M. Tyler. The hostess served a delicious two course lunch and covers were laid for ten. Mrs. Alonzo Williams will entertain the club on the 20th. Mrs. W. M. Tyler left for her new home in Nebraska City, Neb., on the 13th, where she will join her husband, Rev. Tyler, who has lately been assigned to a charge there. She will visit relatives and friends in Hutchinson and Topeka. Mrs. Beasley, after spending several weeks here with her daughter, Mrs. W. M. Tyler, departed for her home in Strong City last Thursday. Mrs. Williams read, by request, "Little e Brown Baby," a selection from Dunbar Mrs. Williams is to be complimented. She masters her readings well. Sne is taking her second term in elequsion work at second term in elecutionary work at Pom Pons and Fancy From Old Plumes. Cleaned and ...Re-Blocked WILL BE APPRECIATED. and Feather Shop. Mo. Write for information. Bell Phone Main 312. Grocery N. Proprietor TE LINE OF— Series, Country Produce, at Right Prices 12 AVE., A. LAWTON, OKLA. of the Hour wheat. Milled better. Taste better. And from every standpoint. brand, ckeMillingCo. --- our home college and, to say the least, we are proud of her. Mrs. Sarah Stewart was hostess to the club ladies at a farewell supper in honor of Mrs. W. M. Tyler and mother on the 7tn. Covers were laid for twelve and a lovely ten course dinner was enjoyed. On the 6th the ladies of Booker Washington club presented Mrs. W. M. Tyler with two beautiful hand-painted dinner plates bearing her initials in gold. Miss Viola Nichols is visiting her grandmother, Mrs. S. M. Stewart. She is from Dodge City. CARBONDALE, KAN. Mrs. Nellie Robison of Omaha. Neb., was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. McAdoo this week, and while visiting friends thought it would be a good plan to set up a lodge, the Sons and Daughters of Jerusalem. Rev. Bly, our pastor, preached two able sermons. Text: "The Day of Wrath Has Come." Mr. and Mrs. McAdoo and son, Mrs. Nellie Robison and Rev. Bly took dinner with Mrs. S. E. White Sunday. Mrs. Emma Beard of Alma spent the week-end with Mr. and Mrs. McAdoo. Mr. McAdoo made a flying trip to Topeka Saturday, looking after business matters. There will be a basket dinner at Carbondale the fifth Sunday. Everybody is invited. We are making big preparations for Easter and baptizing. CHETOPA, KAN. Mrs. W. G. Morgan and father, Mr. Curtis, came up from Oklahoma Wednesday. Mr. F. J. Porter spent a few days in the city. He is much improved. Miss Corrine Powell, who has been visiting her relatives, Prof. J. E. Tinley and mother, at Vinita, has returned home. Messrs. Edgar May, Wm. Powell and Edgar Roscoe Bassett contemplate visiting Coffeyville Easter. Mr. Doxey, who visited Mrs. Mack and family, departed for his home to visit his parents, accompanied by Miss Clara Mack. Mrs. John Wilson reports her young son, Willis Woodrow, is "growing" to be a president. Ulysses R. Smith's mother-in-law, Mrs. Henry Edmunds, has sold ten dozen eggs and set an incubator with one hundred and twenty-five, from his twelve young pullets. Smith will go into this enterprise when he returns from Oklahoma. Messrs. P. H. Bassett, W. G. Morgan, Caesar Wilson, Willie Armstrong, B. Hudson, James Rankins, Archie Cooper, John Wilson, Wade Horton, George Parham, Geo. Green, J. Thursman, Edgar Bassett, Edgar May, W. Traizier, Dan Coleman, Wm. Lydle, P. Hudlin, Rev. G. Daily, H. Dial, R. Dial, James Hudson, H. K. and Tom May, Lew E. Crowder, B. A. Dial, R. Horton, L. Webb, Frank Jackson Jr., Cash Blurton, Jake Johnson, Rev. John Newman, Homer and Harry Newman, Ben Horton, Ruby Powell, Blurton, G. W. Washington, Boyd, Eugene Morrison, Eddie and Stella Morrison, B. Jones, W. Webb, M. Lincoln, Rev. Blakemore, Melvin Hudson and Sherman Crowder are among our industrious citizens who are doing well in their respective lines of business. It is said to note that some of our girls and boys are out of school, with school so near out. Parents, investigate and see that your children get an education, as it is here for them. Keep your children in school. They may be able to compete with people elsewhere. Chetopa is not the only place on the globe—it is only one of many places. Read the Plaindealer—and pay for it, please. TROY, KAN. Sunday, April 2, was quarterly meeting at the A. M. E. church. Presiding Elder Owens was present and preached to the satisfaction of all. Nearly one hundred took the communion. Total amount of money collected for the third quarter was $121.29. Thus ended the best quarter in the history of the church. Rev. C. A. Woods was called to Topeka, Monday, April 3, to attend the funeral of Mrs. Ollie Newman Cannon, the daughter of Mrs. Millie Newman of 1325 Van Buren street. Mr. Milton Webster and family of St. Joseph, Mo., were visiting in Troy Sunday and were the guests of Mrs. Chas, Schumache. Miss Rosa Snoddy took suddenly sick Friday evening at about 5 o'clock, but at this writing is much improved. Mr. Wm. Wilkinson, one of our prominent young men, is home sick with the measles. We wish for him a speedy recovery. Mr. Wm. Brown is having his house in East troy remodeled. A B X OF "PORO" ...Is What Patrons Who... Want Best Quality Call For. "PORO" COLLEGE CO. 3100 Pine St., Dept. V, Saint Louis, Missouri. Shoes! Latest Styles in Footwear For Men and Women. LeRoy, Davis & Hendrickson Shoe Co. The only colored retail shoe store in the West. Your patron- age is earnestly solicited. Drop in and examine our stock. 840 N. 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The best known remedy for Heavy and Beautiful Black Eyebrows, also restores Gray Hair to its Natural Color. extra for Postage Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Lee-Warren Milling Co., Manufactured Especially for the Highest Class of Family Trade. Whitlock Brothers 216 EAST D One of the Best Places in the REMEMBER 516 EAST DOUGLAS AVE Trolley To One of the most delightful ride TROLLEY LINE between Kansas road runs through beautiful and the door of the State Penitentiary Boldiers' Home, Ft. Leavenworth, stores and many other important Car, leave Kansas City every 10 p. m.; last car leaves Kansas day eight; last car leaves at 12 Car, leaves Leavenworth, Kansas m. to 10:30 p. m. except Saturday leave at 12 o'clock midnight. The Kansas City-West "Ah, there's Street Just one thing required deliciousness of Meadow. It's the butter that's going sands of homes all over the Don't think that the taste Meadow-G may be too high priced never "soars" like some when you settle down to you can always get it which can always buy it at a reasonable from pasteurized cream. CONTINENTAL CREAMERY Bock Bros. Ma. 216 EAST DOUGLASS AVE. West Places in the City to Do Your REMEMBER THE NUMBER. DOUGLAS AVE. WICHITA Key To Kansas most delightful rides in the State of Kansas between Kansas City and Leavenworth, though beautiful and picturesque country. The State Penitentiary at Lansing, Kansas, Ft. Leavenworth, and both the Federal and other important sight-seeing places. Kansas City every hour on the even hour. Car leaves Kansas City at 11:30 p. m. Car leaves at 12 o'clock midnight. Leavenworth, Kansas, every hour on the h. p. m. except Saturday and Sunday nights. Cock midnight. Kansas City-Western Railway Here's Sweetness, Ma. Being required to convince you of Meadow-Gold Butter that's going into hundred times all over the country. That the tasty, fine-flavored Meadow-Gold Butter is high priced. Meadow-Gold butter like some butters. You settle down to using it regularly get it when you want it buy it at a reasonable price. Send us your order to CREAMERY COMPANY, TOPEAK DISTRIBUTED BY THE CHASE WHOLESALE CO., TOPEKA. ASK YOUR GROCER FOR IT. Whitlock Bros. Market. 216 EAST DOUGLASS AVE. One of the Best Places in the City to Do Your Marketing. REMEMBER THE NUMBER. 216 EAST DOUGLAS AVE. WICHITA, KANSAS. Trolley To Kansas City One of the most delightful rides in the State of Kansas is on the TROLLEY LINE between Kansas City and Leavenworth, Kas. This road runs through beautiful and picturesque country. It takes you the door of the State Penitentiary at Lansing, Kas., the National soldier's Home, Ft. Leavenworth, and both the Federal and Military offices and many other important sight-seeing places. Car leaves 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 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. except Saturday and Sunday nights the last car leaves at 12 o'clock midnight. The Kansas City-Western Railway Co. 'Ah, there's Sweetness, Madam' Just one thing required to convince you of the deliciousness of Meadow-Gold Butter. Try it. It's the butter that's going into hundreds of thousands of homes all over the country. Don't think that the tasty, fine-flavored 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 VINITA, OKLAHOMA. Frazler Martin of Blue Jacket was in the city, Wednesday and is contemplating working in Commerce this year. J. L. Davis, J. T. Williams and Frank Buffington, were in Joplin, Mo., the fore part of the week and report having a fine time. Mrs. Andy Cordry is able to be out again after several weeks' fitness. Rev. C. J. Jennings returned Monday from Bartlesville. The Republican club met Monday night at Rider hall and their plans were successful in the election of two councilmen from the Third and Fourth wards. Rev. F. Bates, of Hutchinson, Kansas, commenced a revival at the First Baptist church, Sunday morning and will continue for a week. D. C. Eckles, of Tulsa, was a guest, Friday. Mr. Brenum, of Western Oklahoma, is expecting to locate in the city or near it. John Wallace, of Chetopa, Kansas, os. Market. DOUGLASS AVE. The City to Do Your Marketing.—THE NUMBER. WICHITA, KANSAS Kansas City Sales in the State of Kansas is on the City and Leavenworth, Kas. This picturesque country. It takes you early at Lansing, Kas., the National and both the Federal and Military sight-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 day and Sunday nights the last car Western Railway Co. Sweetness, Madam" to convince you of the Low-Gold Butter. Try it. Bring into hundreds of thou- the country. City, fine-flavored Gold Butter M. Meadow-Gold Butter butters. You will find so using it regularly that when you want it and you reasonable price. Made only and us your order to-day. COMPANY, TOPEKA, KANS. spent the latter part of the week in the city. H. I. Watson came in on the early train, Saturday from Eufaula. Ray Minefield, of Oswego, Kansas, is in the city visiting friends. Mrs. Anna Thompson, returned from Oswego, Kansas, where she was called to her sick daughter's bed-side. Dr. I. I Ryan has moved from E. Canadian and First to North Second street. Charles Davis is preparing to raise chickens enough to supply Perlshing's army on the border. Miss Josephine Lynch is now residing in Chanute, with Mr. and Mrs. Chester Williams. Mrs. Josephine Knaves has returned from her visit in Muskogee. Rev. Blakemore was in the city, Saturday en route to Chetopa, Kansas, from the Methodist conference held in Muskogee. Rev. Blye, of Ketchum, was in the city, Sunday. Some do not like the way the Missionary society is conducted, well if the society did nothing more than what the dissatisfied element offered, there would be nothing done. So look and live. Miss Mattie Childers and Mrs. Hannah Macer are buying the Doroughty property on North Second street. Good, let everybody own their home. J. Lawrence Davis, Leona Hardrick, Octavia Martin and Estella Brown, took the county eighth grade examination April 13-15. We hope them success as it will add materially to Vinita High school. The Vinita Athletic club has opened headquarters in the Rider building with a goodly number of members. Rev. Fagan filled the pulpit in Lenapah, Sunday. A. Davis, of Kelso was a visitor in the city, Thursday. VICTOR AND CRIPPLE CREEK, COLORADO Miss Dora Thompkins, of Colorado Springs, who has been visiting with her sister, Mrs. Harrell, for the past six weeks, has returned to her home. While here she was the recipient of several smart functions. We hope that she will soon return to our city. Mr. William H. Bryant entertained at dinner, Sunday: Mr. and Mrs. Hal C. Clay and son. Mr. and Mrs. Harrell, Mr. and Mrs. Harris, Miss Thompkins and Mr. Laurence Cotwell, were callers in Cripple Creek, Sunday. Mrs. Essie Smith is visiting her sister in Cheyenne, Wyo. Mr. A. B. Broadus has gone to Cheyenne, Wyo., to take a position with a large firm. Mr. Earl McGee, who had been on the sick list, is very much imprived. Rev. T. H. Pool, of Handy Chapel, preached his farewell sermon on Sunday. He and his family will depart Monday for their home in Oklahoma. We regret to see them go, as the Reverend is a very able man, full of vim and a pusher. We wish them success. Not long ago there was a party given here. There were about thirty guests in attendance, and out of this number, there was one who was taken ill, so they claim and now say that they were doped. It seems strange that only one out of thirty would get the dope when they all were served the same thing. Well, it may cause some trouble if the matter is not squashed, and that soon. Society was out in full bloom Monday and Tuesday night when a colored act was staged at the opera house, the act being Drayton & Greenlee, singers, dancers and talkers. Their act went big, as they had something new and out of the ordinary. KANSAS CITY, KANSAS. The Citizens' Forum was entertained with pleasure and profit last Sunday. A splendid program was arranged and carried out to the delight of the large, appreciative audience. Mrs. C. A. Long was called suddenly to Oakland, Call., to be at the bed-side of her son. The musical recital at the A. M. E. church under Prof. N. Clark Smith was good. Mrs. Ida Lyons sang well and the orchestra as usual did fine and of course Mrs. Lulu Summeis excellent. Womens' Day at the A. M. E. church, netted $57. Mrs. Perney read a good paper on "Womens' Rights." Prof. J. M. Marquess is in Langston, Okla., on a three weeks' visit. Mrs. Arzula Washington Anderson, a very intelligent young musician, was buried from the C. M. E. church, Tuesday afternoon. Rev. Warfield officiated. She was a niece of Judge I. F. Bradley and the funeral was largely attended and many flowers received. Mrs. F. A. Calaway is quite ill at her home on Walker avenue at this writing. Miss Stella Oliver, on Everett, was quite ill last week. Mr. B. J. Frye on Washington boulevard, is still very sick. Western University had a nice exhibit at 533 Minnesota avenue. The Mercantile club furnished the room for them. Mrs. Haywood has returned from an extended visit to her Southern home. The Metrouolitan Mission circle has large meetings now. Mrs. F. Morris, presides; and several members do actual missionary work in the slums, etc. Their Bible quotations begin with E next Thursday. Lesson; "Our Duty at Home," Heb. 13;1-9. All are invited. The A, M, E, Mission met with the C, M, E, Mission, Wednesday afternoon. They are trying to have an alliance of Mission circles of all churches. The Masons are excavating for a new brick hall at Eighth and Washington boulevard. They say some whites went to the commissioners against them, but that the commissioners would not listen to the whites and donated the Masons the building permit. Mrs. Collins, who lived at Tenth and Everett, died at St. Margaret's hospital and was taken to Wichita for burial. We condole with the husband and relatives. The Odd Fellows gave a grand entertainment at M & O hall Thursday at which a fine automobile was given away. Rev. D. A. Holmes was called out of the city to officiate at a funeral. Mrs. Minnie Weaver, on Oakland avenue, is reported ill at this writing. LLUISIANA, MISSOURI. Rev. and Mrs. Q. E. Whaley, of Bowling Green, were in the city last week, the guest of Rev. and Mrs. L. R. Grant. Prof. H. M. Cockfield, preached a lay sermon at the A. M. E. church, which was very logical. Rev. Mackey, of Jacksonville, Ill., was in the city last week, the guest of Rev. and Mrs. L. R. Grant. Rev. W. H. Wheeler, of Kansas City, was in the city last week, the guest of Mrs. Sallie Fryor and relatives. The following were in St. Louis to attend the M. E. conference: Rev. L. R. Grant, Mrs. Berry, Carr, Covington, Tucker, Davis, Florence, Porter; Misses B. Scott, B. Anderson, E. Cole, M. Reed, J. Lynch; Mrs. Mary Gordon, Messrs D. C. Davis, C. P. Covington, Jas. Anderson, Bro. Bush and Mrs. W. C. Scott. Rev. J. Roberson, of Columbia, passed through the city last week en route for Clarksville. Miss Maude Nelson, having recently underwent an operation is getting along nicely. Miss Ruby Ogden, of Jacksonville, Ill., was in the city, the guest of her mother, Mrs. Jennie Ogden. The U. B. F. Royal house gave a banquet last week which was quite a treat. Prof. H. M. Cockfield has added plain geometry to curriculum of Lincoln High school. We again add that the school is advancing under his supervision. We note with praise that Messrs G. E. Lynott and Gidor Michael were re-elected to the school board. The white gentlemen believe in the Negro progressing. Mr. Ira Porter was severely stabbed by Mr. Kle Ledbetters, through the abdomen, which penetrated the intestines. Dr. Warfield assisted by Dr. Moore, worked all night to save his life. The M. E. congregation regrets very much to lose their pastor, Rev. L. R. Grant, but they have united to support their new pastor, Rev. Avant. NOWATA, OKLAHOMA. Mr. and Mrs. William Alwell, of North Willow street, entertained a few friends, Friday evening at whist. A dainty three-course lunch was served. Mr. Andrew Pigg, of Kansas City, is at the Hotel Campbell. Mr. Neal McClure, of Foreman, is in the city. Mr. Joe Ward is on the sick list. Miss Bessie Hall, of Vinita, is the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Bardeu. Miss Rebecca Carter has returned to Fort Smith, Ark. Mrs. Artie Chavious, of Racine, Wls., is the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Joe Daniels. Mr. A. R. Borders has gone into the chicken business. The Lincoln High school Luse ball club defeated the "Red Devil" Friday evening. "Uncle" David Chiles, the "plant king," is advertising sweet potato cabbage and tomato plants for sale. Talk about enterprise, "Uncle" David has "all parts of it." The Plaindealer has the news. 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JOY'S CROWNING GLORY. And every lady can still dry the hair after a shampoo or bath, and stimulate its growth. The Aluminum Comb can be used, but takes its heat from the heating bar which heater. We advise the use of Hayes' Hair Fomada Heater, price $60. Liberal terms to agents literature today. ANY, MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA et & Son, Funeral Directors. We carry one of the great lines of UNDERTAKING GOODS UNDERTAKING GOODS in the State. We never sleep. Three Licensed Embalmers in attendance 636 Quincy St. — 'Phone 52 Milling Co., ARKANSAS CITY, KANS. Mfrs. of the Celebrated "POLAR BEAR" FLOUR, The Best Flour for family use. Insist on your dealer giving you the best—that is "POLAR BEAR." Other excellent brands are "NOXALL" and "X. T. C." Manufactured by ling Company! er Mer. Co. Garden City all know that implyly waited upon when we make no distinction be- people. We appreciate your there are good and bad peo- community. 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The following students of the Normal have organized a club, known as the Entre Nous: Miss Mattie Beasley of Pittsburg, presidents; Misses Opaline Bradley, Parsons; Zephyr Bryan, Galena; Anna Brown, Topeka; Aequilla Chadwick, Guthrie, Okla.; Willa Cooper, Topeka; Erma Campbell, Oklahoma City; Esther Elias, Pittsburg; Frances Hailey, Coffeyville; Jessie McWilliams, Osawatomie; Marle Woods, Carthage, Mo.; Tressa Cain, Pittsburg; Messrs. Arthur Fox, Parsons; Percy Lee, Kansas City, Mo.; Raymond Minifield, Oswego; and John Pierce and Louis Jackson, of Pittsburg. Mr. Arthur Fox of Parsons is making a marked success as cellosit in the Y. M. C. A. orchestra. Misses Mattie Beasley and Esther Elias are to be congratulated upon their splendid work in the Normal commercial department. Several Normal students were visitors at Douglas school last week. Mrs. A. N. Wright was called to Butler, Mo., to attend the funeral of her uncle. Mrs. King of Weir spent Monday afternoon in Pittsburg. Rev. Washington is conducting a revival at the A. M. E. church. He is an earnest worker and a splendid preacher. Quite an interest has been manifested in the meeting. The Ladies' Aid of Bethel A. M. church held its monthly business meeting at the home of Mrs. Mattie Fisher. Rev. and Mrs. Washington were welcome visitors. The Stewardess Board met with Mrs. H. T. Geeder Monday afternoon. Presiding Elder Smith was in Pittsburg Sunday evening. The sixth anniversary of Rev. J. T. Elias as pastor of Mt. Hebron Baptist church was held Monday night at the church. Quite a nice program was arranged by Mrs. Hobson. Mrs. Joe Pierce was on the reception committee. Prof. A. N. Wright made interesting remarks. Mr. Joe Pierce made an excellent talk concerning the work of the pastor during his six years' pastorate. The anniversary was enjoyed by all, and the pastor made appropriate remarks at the close. The Eastern Star is planning on The Eastern Star is planning an art exhibit in the near future. OLATHE, KAN. Messers. Leroy Brown, John Cartwright, Joe Manlove· and Albert Lewis were hosts of one of the swellest parties given this season, at the Grange hall, Thursday night, April 6. The hall was beautifully decorated. The evening was spent in dancing and various games. The out-of-town guests were Mrs. Samuel Dillard, Tennyson and Lindsay of Paola, Kan.; Mr. and Mrs. Earl Cartwright, Misses Nelle Johnson and Marguerite Sanders of Kansas City, Mo. Mrs. Margaret Jenkins of Kansas City was a week-end visitor in Olathe. Mr. and Mrs. Earl Cartwright of Kansas City and Mrs. Ethel Dillard of Paola, Kan., spent last weed with their mother, Mrs. Maria Cartwright. Mrs. Capitola Greene of Kansas City spent Tuesday with her father, Mr. Walter Rollins. Mrs. Laura Allen, who has been very sick, is much improved. The Carnation club met with Miss Lora Page, April 1. The evening was spent in needlework and a delicious luncheon was served. Mrs. P. G. Porter was hostess to the Carnation club last Saturday. After the usual routine of business an hour was spent in needlework, after which a dainty repast was served by the hostess. Adjourned to meet with Mrs. George Williams April 15. Born, to Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Carr; Friday morning, a nine pound girl. Prof. Whitfield Ross of Kansas City spent last Sunday with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Whitfield Ross, Sr. Prof. Easter of Coffeyville, Kan., visited Prof. P. G. Porter Saturday. LEXINGTON, MISSOURI. Mr. Silas Parker has gone to Kansas City for a few weeks visit. Miss Rosa Carter, has returned from St. Louis, where she has been attending the M. E. conference. Mrs. Victoria Clay Haley, Grand Royal Matron of the O. E. S., visited Rebecca Chapter, Sunday. She gave an excellent lecture to the members. Sunday afternoon Mrs. Haley was the guest or Miss Glover R. Hawkins and mother, Mrs. Jennie Hawkins. She left Sunday night for Glasgow. Miss Ethel Henderson spent a few days in Kansas City, last week. ```markdown ``` Mme. Beard's Mme. Beard's WONDERFUL HAIR GROWN It removes dandruff and stops itching of the scalp, and takes the kink out and makes the hair grow long, soft and beautiful. ST. JOSEPH, -:- MISSOI 50c Per Box Agents Wanted. Jurisdiction of Kansas SIR FRANK WILSON, C. G. M. 1114 Buchanan Street, Topeka Kansas. DT. EMMA GAINES, C. G. P. 1182 Buchanan Street Topeka Kansas. SIR A. W. HOPKINS, C. G. S. 321 Dakota Street, Leavenorth Kansas. SIR WILLIAM CORE C. G. T. 1210 Lane Street, Topeka, Kansas DT. SARAH WILLIAMS FORBES C. G. R., Lincoln Nebr. DRT. EMMA BLACKWELL, H.P. 926 N. Topeka Ave. DRT. LENO MURPHY, C. R. 922 N. Western avenue, N. Tope ka, Kans. SIR C. M. JOHNSON, G. P. P., 1608 W. 31st St., Omaha, Neb. DR. BESSIE HALL, S. Q. M., 406 Horton St, Ft. Scott, Kans. Taborian Temple No. 11, Wichita, 513 N. M., Dr. F. O. Miller, Chief Mentor; W. C. Curtis, Chief Scribe, meet first and third Thursday sveng s of each month. We are waiting for the temples, Parsons, Kans. Silver Leaf Tabernacle No. 16 meets the first and third Wednesdays of each month, 1112 Main street. Dtr. KATHERINE SHAKESPEAR. H. P. Dtr. JOSIE BOOKER, C. R. For Taborian Directory. Golden Link No., 8-J. B. Brown, P. P., 1336 North Washington, Wichita, Kans. Meets first Tuesday of each month. ```markdown ``` OMAHA DIRECTORY. Arcanum Temple No. 1—Meets first Thursday in each month, at Sixteenth and Cummings. Sir A. M. 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. 94—Meets first and third Thursdays. Dtr. Lenora Gray, H. P., 1211 Missouri Ave. St. Maria Tabernacle No. 42—Meets second and fourth Thursdays. Dtr. Effie Saddler, H. P., 2606 Dodge St. Golden Rule Tabernacle No. 35—Meets first and third Thursdays at Labor Temple. Dr. Ida Riddles, H. P., cor Twenty-fifth and R Sts, south side. Amelia Levels Tabernacle No. 19—Meets second Thursday night. Dtr. Rachel Harrold, H. P., The Nathan, Sherman and Willis Ave. Mayflower Tent No. 46—Meets second Saturday afternoon. Dtr. Sarah Severe, Q. M., 827 N. Twenty-sixth St. south side. Carnation Tent No. 27—Meets first and third Saturday afternoons at Odd Fellows Hall. Dtr. Jenaic Sellers, Q. M., 2320 North Twenty- eighth Ave. Humphrey Temple No. 6, Omaha, Nebr.—Wm. Jackson, C. M.; meets the second monday night of each month. 低 Mt. Nebo Temple No. 7, Wichita, meets first and third Tuesdays of each month. S. S. Washington, C. M., 1129 N. Santa Fe. prmacle No. 24: Meetings every first and taiteo Wednesday at 2:30 o'clock, at Morris' hall. All staffors are welcome DT. M. V. FITZ, H. P., DT. ETHIEL WARREN, Reporter TABORIAN ROSTER FOR DIST. 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 Wednesdays. Mrs. Anna Williams, II. P., 1157 Lane street. Clinging Rose Tabernacle No. 27—Meets second and fourth Fridays. Mrs. N. Buffington, II. P., 1047 College avenue. Golden Eagle Tabernacle No. 31—Meets first and third Wednosdays. Miss Mumle Spradley, II. P., 1438 Lane street. Magdalene Tabernacle No. Meets second and fourth Thursdays. Mrs. Frances Hardiman, II. 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. (Titha roster will be completed in next issue.) SPRINGFIELD, MO. Nurses are now kept in constant attendance day and night at the bedside of Mrs. Matilda Allen, who has been sick for more than two years. Mrs. Mary Williams of 719 East Minor street is reported on the list of the sick. Mrs. Archie Hall, who has been indisposed, is feeling some better at this writing. Rev. J. H. McAllister of Pitt's chapel, A. M. E. church, attended the annual conference, which was held in St. Louis. Rev. Arthur E. Rankin of Gibson chapel, Presbyterian church, is attending general assembly in Texas. Mrs. Rankin is paying her home folks a visit. Mrs. Giant Haywood of South Grant street is on the sick list. See the conservatory of Mrs. Jessie Chamberlain, on Sherman street, for sweet, blooming and fragrant flowers. Mrs. Rosa Kimbrough of 836 St. Louis street, has become a yearly reader of the Plaindealer. Miss A'da M. Johnson, after journeying through the Southern states for more than a month, has returned much refreshed and recuperated as well as being greatly benefited otherwise by her travels. The pastor, Rev. A. E. Rankin, and members of Gibson chapel, worshipped morning and evening with the members and friends of Pitt's chapel, M. E. church, as Gibson chapel had been destroyed by fire. The ladies of the Pleasant Hour Art club were delightfully entertained Friday afternoon, April 7, by Mrs. Will Dillard at the pleasant home of Mr. and Mrs. Green Robins, 817 Weaver street. The afternoon was spent with needlework. In spite of the inclemency of the weather quite a large number assembled. The room was decorated with pink and white carnations, and the same color scheme was carried out in sewing. The club was called to order by the past president, Mrs. Henry Burker. Roll was called and members responded to their names with quotations. It being the day for election of officers the following were chosen for the ensuing year: Mrs. Chas. Ellison, president; Mrs. Shelbin Burker, vice president; Mrs. Robert Cook, secretary; Mrs. Henry Burker, treasurer. Interesting remarks were made by Mrs. B Hanks. The hostess was assisted in serving a two course luncheon by Miss Helen Marley, Mrs. Lawrence Burns and her mother, who did all her power to make it pleasant for the guests. The prize, which was a beautiful fruit picture, was won by Mrs. Will Thomas. Miss Mabel Montgomery became a member of the club. The club adjourned to meet with Mrs. Chas. Ellison, 928 South Grant street, April 21. All departed with many warm compliments to the hostess. Although Friday, April 7, was a day just as disagreeable as any blank December day, the women of the Literary and Musical club enjoyed a splendid "outing" at the pictureque rural home of Dr. and Mrs. J. S. Dorsey. It was a div that all who were fortunate enough to be present will live over and over again in sweet memory, and Mrs Mary A. Jarrett and Mrs. Bertha B. Cooper were the instruments by which this midwinter outing was effected by securing the services of Mr. G. L. Fullbright's wagonette, ete. It was a jolly number who enjoyed this club meeting. Neither hostess nor members nor visitors were disappointed. The vice president, Mrs. D. S. Smith, called the members to order. Prayer by Mrs. Mattie Young, music by Mrs. Lucy Williams. Mrs. Priscilla Bruce, secretary, called the roll, members responding with quotations from Mrs. Ella Wheeler Wilcox. Among the many good quotations, that of Mrs. Mary A. Jarrett was adjudged the best, for which she received as a prize a lovely knife and fork holder. 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E. church Sunday evening, aside from collecting a few dollars. Thomas Johnson, one of Hutchinson's oldest residents, parted this life Monday morning at 3 o'clock. Rev. J. H. Ramey of Great Bend officiated at the funeral. It is useless to say how Rev. Ramey preached, for he doesn't know anything but "preach." Under other city administrations the colored people were well represented, having three officers; now we only have one. The new mayor don't like colored people, but he pretends he does. Grand Master Hawkins was a visitor in the city last week. Mrs. Dr. Allison came from Columbus, O., to assist her husband during his trial for first degree murder. Dr. Allison was acquitted, and we are grateful to the jury and the attorneys. Mrs. Allison played the part of a wife and a lady and a good woman. Quite a bit of fun was had at the People's Forum Sunday afternoon, it being the election of officers. The prearranged slate was somewhat cracked. Mrs. Walter Evans is going into the chicken business. We suppose Walter will join her in the business when the chicks are large enough to eat. It would be right if someone would whisper to Rev. P. D. Davis and tell him he holds services too long. Several families say they are going west and settle on claims. Well, it is the thing to do if the land is any good. But again, some who are talking of going are too old. Be sure and take your wife with you. Wife, please take your hubby along with with you. What do you think of a city of twenty thousand and not a man in it big enough for chief of police? Lots of men now hold office but one year—cannot be elected. The city election being over, Mr. Mack Harrison, who several years ago served on the police force, was reappointed. No one has as yet been appointed dog tax collector from the convention hall. There having been some dissatisfaction formerly, the office will be left vacant for some time, as was stated in the Hutchinson News. Mr. Vern Watts, who for some time has traveled in the principal cities with a chemical company, has returned home. Mr. George stradford has taken up a claim in western Kansas and left for an indefinite stay. The Forum met Sunday afternoon and elected the following officers: President, Mr. Isaac Butler; first vice president, Mr. M. B. Brooks; second vice president, Mr. W. M. Brown; secretary, Miss Neva Harris; treasurer, Mrs. G. McQuard; pianist, Miss Thelma Broadus; chaplain, Mr. Ben Butler. At the conclusion of the program the newly elected president was escorted to the front and delivered a short speech which met with the approval of all present. With all due respect to the ex-officers, we wish to make the new administration a complete success, and anyone who snaps at the president or cross-fires with other members should be denied all floor privileges. The new president further stated that it was very painful for him to speak of such matters, but heretofore it has been the tendency of one or two members to keep up a general disturbance, most especially when visitors were present. If we wish to demand the respect of other races and wish our ARE YOU HUNGRY? If so, go to the Buffalo Cafeteria, 541 State street, Kansas City, Kun. Bell phone W. 3710. Cigars, ice cream and regular dinner every day from 11 till 2. Wm J. Lee, Proprietor. —Adv. H. I. MONROE, CANDIDATE FOR County Clerk. Was at one time Deputy County Clerk during the administration of Dr. Newman and M. Snatfinger. For many years a friend of this paper. Agents Attentions Send money order in advance for $175 and we will send you prepaid 12 large 250 cans of Plough's Hair Dressing that will bring you when sold $3; as it sells like hot cakes, you will soon be buying 12 dozen at a time; if you want to be our agent, send money order now, as we cannot sell on credit at these prices. Free sample sent to you prepaid for $6, which only pays for packing. Plough's Hair Dressing is sold all over the world. race to progress, we must above all things respect each other. Mrs. George Harrison entertained a number of her friends at dinner Sunday and all who were fortunate enough to be present pronounced Mrs. Harrison a charming hostess. Mr. S. Collins and Mr. Adams were the pleasant hosts to a full dress ball Thursday evening at Convention hall. It was a very unique and spectacular affair, as the hall was appropriately decorated for the occasion. A number of out of town people were present. The guest list numbered two hundred. Dancing was indulged in until a late hour. A number of beautiful gowns were displayed. The Mission circle of the Second Baptist church met at the home of Mrs. Green and was nicely entertained. A three course lunch was served and a large number were present. Mrs. P. D. Davis will have in charge the organizing of the Mite Missionary society of the A. M. E. church, and wishes all who are interested to meet with her. A Junior Christian Endeavor will also be organized. WINFIELD, KAN. C. H. Lewis left for Binger, Okla., last Monday morning, to visit and look after some business interests which he has down there. Mrs. Charles Hackley of Denver, Col., is visiting at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Roy Williams. Mr. S. M. Talley of Chanute, Kan., who has been visiting in Dallas, Texas, spent a day with Mr. and Mrs. F. Montgomery enroute home. Mrs. R. C. Lee was greatly surprised last Monday evening with a birthday party which was given in her honor by Miss Estella Saunders and Mrs. Verlette Hayden. Mrs. Lee said she was over'21 years old. Mrs. Charles Hackley and Mrs. Roy Williams spent Monday in Arkansas City visiting friends. Our friend James Nichols is now classed among the farmers of Cowley county. He is making a good start along the farming line. The A. M. E. building is progressing nicely. 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Before an enthusiastic crowd that packed the Baptist church to its full capacity, at Fourteenth street and Avenue A, under the auspices of the Woman's Mission circle, on Thursday evening, April 13, the subject, "Resolved, That women should vote," the citizenship of Council Bluffs did itself proud by turning out en masse—men and women of both races, representing, culture, ability and refinement unsurpassed. Prof. Lewis, a scholarly race min, took the affirmative. His talk was a treat and an inspiration to the entire audience. In his remarks he referred to the 250 years of slavery, "Uncle Tom"s Cabin," the work that woman had accomplished, and how voting will improve woman's intellect. Mr. C. M. Johnson, in a ringing speech punctuated with applause, told of the issues on which he based his opposition to women voting. Mr. Johnson was at his best and BEFORE AFTER KINKY HAIR STRAIGHT HAIR his remarks were followed with interest and were thoroughly enjoyed by everyone present. Applause after applause greeted his remarks. He closed by saying that the right to vote is not an inherent right, but, like the right to hold land, is conferred upon individuals by general consent, with certain limitations and for the good of all. Voting is simply a mathematical test of strength. The energies of women are engrossed by their present duties, from which men cannot relieve them, and there is great need of better performance of their present work rather than diversion to new fields of activity. Prof. Lewis then closed the debate amid applause. Mrs. J. C. Jackson won the prize, a beautiful silk quilt, for raising the most money. The debate was so successful that the public has asked to have it repeated in the near future. The Mission circle is under the leadership o Mta. Lee Hall, president. OBITUARY. Chetopa, Kan. Man, born of woman, is of few days and full of trouble. He cometh forth as a flower and is cut down; he fleceth also as a shadow, and continueth not. Seling his days are determined, the number of his months are with Thee; Thou hast appointed his bounds that he can not pass; turn from him, that he may rest, till he shall accomplish his day. For there is hope of a tree, if it shall be cut down, that it will sprout again, and that the tender branch thereof will not cease. But man dieth and wasteth away. There is nothing so common as death; nothing so universal; nothing so certain; nothing so imminent. It is a mighty destroyer. Death, with his sickle in hand, reaps all within his march. None can resist him—the rich, the poor, the high, the low are alike gathered into his garner. We therefore but can console ourselves with these thoughts: Out of the earth was it taken, to the earth shall it return. Charles Sumner Morrison was born near Knobnoster, Johnson county, Missouri, April 5, 1896. About seventeen years ago he came with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Morrison, to Chetopa, where he has since resided. Charles, like many other young men, has silently been suffering for several years, but it was not until Friday, March 24, that he gave up and was willing to recline in bed. He arose on Sunday, the 26th, by sheer force of will, but that night he retired to arise no more. He suffered intensely from pneumonia and hemorrhages, only saying occasionally, "Lord, have mercy." The doctor advised the family not to talk to him. On Thursday, March 30th, at 4 o'clock p. m., God called over His roll and Charles responded, at the age of 19 years, 11 months and 23 days. He leaves a father, mother, six brothers, five sisters and a host of near relatives and friends to mourn his demise. To the bereaved ones: It is a debt we all must pay, sooner or later, prepared or unprepared. But ever remember that God calls at His own appointed time; that God is merciful; He is loving; and, above all, He is just. We extend our gratefulness to the friends and S. M. T. and B. B. C. societles, respectively, for their kindness and beautiful floral offerings during the illness and death of our beloved son and brother, Charles Sumner, and card of condolence from Ulysses R. Smith and wife. MR. and MRS. EUGENE MORRISON and FAMILY. NOTICE. The Baptist Sunday schools of Kansas are hereby notified that the next session of the State Sunday School Convention will meet in Winfield, and they are requested to elect their program delegate on the first Sunday in May. The request is further made that the first offering be taken on this date for state missions. We are planning to raise $500 at this session for state and foreign missions, and to do this each Sunday school must do its part. It is urged that each superintendent and pastor lay this matter before the schools and give them an opportunity to help raise the $500 for the mission cause. Can we count on you to do your Christian duty? Send the name of your program delegate to Mrs. J. L. Harper, secretary, 539 North Water street, Wichita, Kan. ——— = Ge 2 = oe = = Boe = =a ia = b 4 at a