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The Copeka Plaindealer Eighteenth Year. No.16 Judge Dyer in United S Justice and M Obtains in S Federal Judge Dyer in United Court Gives Black Eye to Justice and Mercy Obtains in St. Louis Federal Judge Dyer in United States District Court Gives Black Eye to Segregation. Huge loss [Portrait of a man in military uniform]. LIEUT. WILLIAM A. BETTIS, Popular Police Officer of Wichita, Kansar, Who is Recovering From Effects of An Assassin's Bluet. Though His Father was Owner of Slaves, Judge Dyer Knows a Man as a Man Irrespective of Color. The segregation ordinances, which were passed by a popular vote of the people of this city on Feb. 29, last, were virtually killed by a decision handed down by Judge D. P. Dyer in the United States court here last Monday. As was exclusively predicted in the last week's issue of the Argus a sweeping victory was gained by the plaintiffs. A large number of colored people, both men and women, was present, and when the decision was rendered a sigh of relief was manifested. The attorneys for the plaintiffs made a strong appeal against the ordinance, led by Col. W. M. Bloedgett, while Associate City Counselor Paul Gillin appeared for the city. Judge Dyer's Decision.--In the most eloquent language Judge Dyer handed down the following decision: The Court. "I have listened with much interest to all that has been said here. The debate has taken a very wide range. Practically there is but one legal question before the Court for decision, and that question is the validity of the ordinance question. That being true, it is also true, as counsel has said, that the Court's feelings personally should have nothing to do with determining this one question. Judges are very much like other people. They all try to do right and they try to administer justice. "Nine years ago on this bench I took on oath. One of its provisions was 'that you solemnly swear that you will administer justice to the rich and poor able.' I have tried hard to live up to the obligation of that oath. I know I have made many mistakes and have fallen far short of what probably you'll be counted a leisure judge, but I have tried to do justice between man and man. "Allusion has been made by counsel here to the fact that I have lived in this state a long time. For more than seventy years I have resided within sixty miles of where I sit today. My father came to this old state from old Virginia where I was born, and settled in Lincoln county in 1841. He was the owner of Negroes. I was raised with Negroes, but as God is my judge I have tried always all my life to be just to them, and God giving me help I will continue so to the end. "I have heard all this talk about intermarriage and miscegenation and all of that fifty years ago. Arguments were then made for the purpose of scaring men out of their wits by an appeal to their prejudices. These arguments, if they may be called such were made when the question of emancipation was up; it was the contention then that ultimately it would lead to intermarriage between the races. I believed it would not do anything of the kind then, and believe so now. Negroes do not ask for equality; whites do not ask for it; the Negroes only ask to have the same privileges as others have. The plaintiffs are Negroes born in the United States; they are taxpayers of the city of St. Louis by virtue of which they are entitled under the constitution to the same legal rights as any white, native born, or any foreign born naturalized citizen of the United States. I would not be doing my duty if I hesitated to deal out equal justice to everyone alike. "These ordinances I have heretofore considered. As a citizen I examined them with care, and as a citizen I cast my vote against them, and, in my judgment, not formed particularly today, but formed before I exercised my right to vote. I believe that these ordinances are void and illegal and that the police power claimed here cannot deprive a man of using the money made by the sweat of his brow in buying property wherever the property owner will sell it, and, when he does buy it, he has a right, under the constitution and the laws of the United States, to occupy it as long as he pays the law, and as long as the property is not made a nuisance. Everybody knows, we all know and regret it, that not only among Negroes, but among white people there are communities which are no credit to the localities in which they exist, but I know some of the most reputable man that are to be found anywhere are found in this city among the colored people. I speak of that because of the argument made here about the police power being sufficient to deprive a man of his property, deprive a man of his earnings and deprive him of the bread that he makes. I have heard that before; it did not affect me then and it does not affect me now. "I shall grant here a temporary injunction restraining the enforcement of those ordinances, and I only say temporary for the reason that it has been stated that there is a case involving a like question now before the Supreme Court of the United States. "As I said at the beginning, knowing this case was coming I wrote to the clerk of the Supreme Court for a copy of the record in the case pending there, and of the briefs filed by counsel in the case. I have examined that record, and I have examined it in the light of these ordinances and I find a very great difference between the ordinance before the Supreme Court and the ordinances here, but being desirous of not taking any action on issues on which the Supreme Court is to pass, and whose decision it is my duty and the duty of every other citizen of the United States to acquiesce in, I will make this injunction temporary; otherwise but for the pendency of that case I would make it permanent. "The order, will be that these injunctions as prayed for in these bills will be granted, a continuing order until the further order of this Court—"St. Louis Argus. TOPEKA, KANSAS, FRIDAY MORNING APRIL 28, 1916 THE EDITOR VISITS! Interesting Items Gleaned at Close Range—Personal, Polical and Otherwise—Prosperity in Evidence. EMPORIA. We stopped over at Emporia for a few hours and found the city improving wonderfully. We found Rev. Sanford, pastor of the A. M. E. church, doing a great work. He is a young man and has a crowd of young followers. Rev. C. P. Morrow, pastor of the Baptist church is also a young man full of life and energy. Mr. Clarence Tipton, the house mover, is having all the work he can do and is succeeding. Bert Ray is conducting a first class restaurant and doing well. Miss Josephine Stafford will be our correspondent and all news for the paper should be sent to her. Mr. A. J. Armstead is still on the the police force. Mr. G. M. Harrison, grand master of the Order of Odd Fellows, is one of the leading colored men of Hutchinson and has been engaged for several years in the packing of waste paper. He has accepted the position of policeman after the earnest solicitation of his many friends of both races. He served on the force off and on for the past several years and at one time for a period of six years. Mr. Harrison is a very popular gentleman and an upright Christian and a thorough business man. He was born in M. H. H. H. Pike county, Missouri, and has been an Odd Fellow for thirty years. He served as grand treasurer of the Odd Fellows lodge, and was also deputy grand master until elected to his present position as grand master. He says the order is getting along nicely and that the financial report will show this year a great gain over previous years. By economy he has saved several dollars to the treasury by refusing calls of useless board meetings and other such acts. He is very proud of the progress made and hopes it may continue. We stopped over at Hutchinson in the interest of our paper and must say that it is a fine town and the people are alive and stirring. The colored people there hold good positions and are making money The Butler Glocery Company is doing a nice business. Mr. Butler was recently married to Mrs. Rosa Works of Winfield, Kan., and they are now enjoying their honeymoon. Mrs. Butler was one of Winfield's most industrious women, a great church worker, a member of the Eastern Star and Household of Ruth. She and her husband have a host of friends who wish them many happy days in their new home. Mr. J. P Freeman, who is employed at the First National bank, is a widower and a fine young man. He has lived at Hutchinson nineteen years and has worked in the bank eight years. Mr. W. C Madison is a progressive young man and is employed at the Star Clothing Store. He has a wife and two sons, four and nine years of age. Mrs. Madison was formerly Miss Minnie Gentry of Topeka. They own good property and are doing well. Mr. and Mrs. Renfro are among Hutchinson's active young people and are making money and forging their way to the front. Rev. Richard Allen, pastor of the Second Baptist church, is a young, progressive minister. He has organized a company of boy scouts and they are the pride of Hutchinson. Rev. P. D. Davis, pastor of the A. M. E. church, has not been so well. He is working hard to straighten up work that was left on him by the former pastor. We are sorry that Presiding Elder Brooks is still on the sick list, Mr. Charles Childs, grand secretary of the G. U. O. O. F. of Kansas and jurisdiction, is a Kansas product and has made good. He is a machinist and is employed in the THE NEW YORK TIMES MR. CHARLES CHILDS, Grand Secretary of the G. U. O. O. F. Jones automobile factory at Wichita, Ken., which is one of the largest firms of the state. Mr. Childs can take a machine and do anything with it. He is a man with many friends and has been an Odd Fellow for several years; was elected last year as grand secretary. Through his hard work and economy he will show a saving for the first time in several years. He says the lodge is getting along nicely and his report will so show at the next session at Wichita. but hopes to be able to go on the works soon. The ministers of that district are very nice and are doing much to keep up his work, and sympathize with him and are praying for his recovery. Rev. C. H. Anderson, pastor of the C. M. E. church, has made some improvements while at Hutchinson and has made many friends. He has one of the finest congregations of the city. Mr. George Bradford, who has been employed in a hotel for a number of years, has gone to Kearny county to take up a claim, which in a few years will be worth $1500. It is a good wheat country and land is in demand. Mr. Walter W Evans is correspondent for the Plungealer and will travel over Kansas in its interest, soliciting subscriptions, advertising and job work. Mrs. J. W. Davish as been employed as maid at the Pegues-Wright Dry Goods store for over two years. She is highly respected by the people and is one of Hutchinson's leading ladies and a great church worker. She owns a nice home at 700 North Monroe and she and her husband are among the best families of the city. Mr. I' H. Harris, 506 S. Main, is conducting a first class cafe and ice cream parlor and is doing a nice business. Mr. Hinch Broadus is one of Hutchinson's leading men and is head chef at the Reno hotel. He owns good property on South Main street and other property, including a fine residence. He says Hutchinson is making great preparations for the entertainment of the Masonic Grand Lodge, Knights Temphar and Royal Arch Masonry Politics have not begun to loom up much yet, but there is great talk of Mr. Simmons, a prominent lawyer, who has announced himself as a candidate for congressman from the Seventh district. There is no doubt but the Seventh district will (Continued on page eight.) Cong. Madden Defends the Negro! Administers Stern Rebuke to "Cracker" Who Boasts of Southern Outrages on Negroes. The following extracts are taken | sent that the Negro shall dominate for the speech of Congressman in our affairs. M. E. The following extracts are taken from the speech of Congressman Madden of Illinois in reply to the rebel Clark of Florida and are timely. Mr. Madden is a gentleman whose Christian uproachvities can not be questioned. He is the first representative we have had since the days of Conkling, Blaine and Robt. Elliott, the colored congressman from South Carolina, to defend not only the rights of the black man, who has been outraged by a certain class of ignorant and prejudiced whites, but has defended the working man and all others who tried to be upright and uphold the law. Congressman Madden is right when he says that the 10,000,000 of these people are going to rise in all their might and square up all the outrages that have been perpetrated upon them by these Southern hell-hounds, and they will resort to everything imaginable to defend the honor of their wives and children and homes. We would that we had other congressmen who had the manhood and courage to stand up and defend the rights of the black man like Mr. Madden, and we are sorry we have so few, as they seem to be asleep. The colored people should send letters to Mr. Madden commending him for his good work. We are sorry that Florida can do no better than send such a representative as this man Clark, who is a disgrace to the state and to the Congress at Washington for the manner and way he advocates outrages upon colored people, and is not worthy of a seat in Congress. The Speech. Mr. Clark of Florida: Yez. I will tell the gentleman that Illinois pays a great deal more than does the state of Florida, and I will also tell him that the population of the state of Illinois is 5,628,591, while the population of the state of Florida is only 752,619, about half of them Negroes, who do not pay a dollar of taxes. Mr. Madden: And pot allowed vote, either, I suppose? Mr. Clark of Florida: And will not be, I will say to the gentleman. (Laughter.) We regard the Negro as an inferior being, made so by God himself—and we will never con- Price $1.50 Per Year. ion Ordinance Case! adden als the Negro! Rebuke to "Cracker" Who n Outrages on Negroes. taken sent that the Negro shall dominate sman in our affairs. Mr. Madden: Mr. Chairman, the gentleman from Florida (Mr. Clark) seems to be worried about what I said. I simply stated a few facts taken from the records of the Democratic administration as to where the revenue comes from and where it goes. He does not like it. It seems to hurt. Then he commences to argue how much Illinois has received since its organization as a state for river improvement. He forgets to tell how many more hundred million dollars it has paid into the treasury than it has taken out. The gentleman also forgets to state how much less Florida has paid into the treasury than it has taken out. Now, as to the question of whether men are prohibited from voting just because they are black, I want to say to the gentleman from Florida that the time must come, and I hope to God it will come soon, when every man that lives under the stars and stripes, whether he is black or white, will be permitted to exercise his rights as an American citizen, as provided by the constitution of the United States. (Applause.) Ah, the gentleman says they have no law that prohibits men because they are black from voting, but he says they have methods by means of which they produce the same results. Mr. McKellar: Mr. Chairman, will the gentleman yield there? Mr. Madden: No; I must refuse to yield at this time. He says they propose never to permit these men to vote. Well, I suppose that will be true if they have their way. But there are 10,000,000 of these people in America. They will rise in their might some day against those who are keeping them down. They have been loyal to the flag. They have fought in every battle that has been waged for the liberty of the Nation. They have shed their blood upon every battlefield. They are lawabiding citizens. They are loyal to the country and to the constitution, and they are entitled to better consideration than they are receiving at the hands of men like my distinguished friend from Flori- (Continued on page eight.) --- Progress of the Race in Our Sister State. By THEO. BAUGHMAN, Special Scribe. The Town of Clearview is an other colored town in Oklahoma that is growing, and since our last visit we note improvements on every hand. New homes, etc., are seen and several new families have moved into that place. The founder of the town is Ilen. J. E. Thompson, who is one of the race's leading men. The race is represented very largely in the commercial world, as there are several well conducted stores, and our people are not asleep in this particular. There are several good homes, and there are three churches—A. M. E., Baptist and Christian. Each congregation has a fairly good building and able ministers. Educationally it is one of the best towns in the state, as the school system is above par. There is a printing office and an excellent little lady, Miss Porter, editing and publishing a newspaper, The Patriot. There is a cigar factory, of which that broad-minded fellow, Major S. B. Brooks, is the motive power. He makes a long line of high grade, hand-made Cuban cigars that are used largely by colored merchants in various parts of Oklahoma. This man is an expert along his line and is on the broad-gauge order, and it is no trouble for him to be pleasant. In fact, the Major is some man. There are several secret societies, and there is an excellent set of people. There are two gins, but the LLagrone gun list he modern one, and this enterprise is owned by the race. Clearview is surrounded by many acres of fertile soil and our people own much of this dirt, and there are some thrifty farmers, the folks who add materially to the building of any town. The scribe had the pleasure of being a guest at the palatial two story brick home of Hon. J. E. Thompson at Clearview during his visit, and this man and his excellent wife entertained us with whist, music and refreshments. In Mr. Thompson the race has a real doer, whose life, in book form, would be a great stimulus to the Negro boy. He is the founder of Clearview, having landed there in 1906, where he has toiled unceasingly to give the race a town where they could live in peace and contentment. There were a few scattering houses when he purchased the townsite from J. A. Roper, another colored man. There are now at Clearview 400 thrifty, satisfied colored people, with more than two hundred homes and places of business. Not a white person resides in two miles of Clearview, and all the farm land, etc., is owned by our people, Mr. Thompson himself owning more than 700 acres. He is one of the most extensive farmers we have, has plenty of good stock, farming implements, and unlimited credit. We are pleased at the excellent furnished home and the scores of chickens, hogs, turkeys, mules, horses and cattle we beheld. In fact, this man is prepared to live. In him we have a man who has been and still is a great benefactor to the race. He has lately been cutting up his land into small tracts and selling them to the race on easy terms, enabling them to get homes. He is a political power and his advice is sought by the leaders in the Republican party. He recently visited the capital of the state, having been called there by the leaders for consultation. Numerous colored families have been assisted to secure homes through his liberalism, and he told us that he still had plenty of land and could locate one hundred more families on small farms if they would come his way. He never misses a meeting of the Negro Business League, and he is a bunch of inspiration. Drilling for oil is going on just outside of town and within thirty days the drills will be put down adjoining the city limits. Indications of oil at Clearview are indeed promising, and on Mr. Thompson's land derricks are up and within a few days drilling will start in earnest. A representative family of Clearview is that of I. M. Alkins, who who owns the Alkins hotel, the only place for the race in that town. This is a ten room place, and Mrs. Alkins sets one of the best tables to be found anywhere. They are devout members of the A. M. E. church and folks who toil to make the race better. These good people live lives that the younger members of the race can afford to imitate. Mr. H. M. Oliver is still conducting a grocery store at Clearview, which is ably looked after by Mild M. L. Walters, a very pleasing little lady. Mr. Oliver has a position at Okemah, and this young woman is successfully running the store. He has a good home and a 60 acre farm, and is one of our progressive citizens. In conversation with Major S. B. Brooks, the cigar man, he said that within the next few weeks he will leave for Jacksonville, Fla., and upon his return will establish a cigar factory at Okmulgee, where several of the race will be employed and all of his leading brands of cigars will be made. He will enlarge his factories to turn out Cuban hand-made cigars, as he will have a partner. The Major informed us that he intended to make his factory the leading one in America. He will be accompanied to Florida by Mrs Brooks. Mr. P. J. Sims, the rural route carrier at Clearview, who owns ten acres adjoining the city, is one of our good friends. He is a race man and when he met the scribe gave him some help. He is one of the race who thinks out something, and then goes about to do it. Mr. W. M. Irving, a thrifty man of our race, is conducting a dry goods, grocery and crockery store at Clearview. He has a nice stock and is doing business in his own building. Mr. Irving is succeeding because he has the co-operation of a good wife, who looks after the store while he is succeeding as a farmer. In the Irving family the Plaindealer has friends that help in a financial way. These people formerly resided in Kansas and told us that they couldn't get along without the Plaindealer. One of the largest and best con- JOHN H. HARRIS HON. B. C. FRANKLIN, Postmaster at Rentiesville, Leading Attorney and Secretary of the Colored Attorneys' Association of Oklahoma. HON. B. C. FRANKLIN, Postmaster at Rentiesville, Leading Attorney and Secretary of the Colored Attorneys' Association of Oklahoma. duced stores of the race is located at Clearview, and the proprietor is that sterling man, Mr. A. Talton. His stock is worth about $7000, consisting of a first class line of dry goods, notions, shoes, hats, groceries, crockery and in fact everything. We were surprised to see about $1200 worth of flour stored in the rear of his large store, which he owns. He is the cotton buyer at Clearview and also owns a 200 acre farm in the state of Arkansas, as well as four houses and lots. In this man Talton we have a strong man. Mr. R. D. Johnson, who is not only a tonsorial artist of the first class but is also a practical watch repairer, is succeeding, and his work is his strongest recommendation. He is a property owner and belongs to that class of people who believe the way to success is by pushing. He is a Plaindealer friend and helps us with praises and his money. Such men help to build a town. Mr. N. and Mrs. M. J. Blanks are still doing an excellent general merchandise business at Clearview. They are in their own building and have $1500 worth of goods of every description. The good people have faith in Clearview and own some valuable property in that town. Mr. and Mrs. Blanks are the kind of folks who go to make of us a race, and don't feed the newspaper man on promises. They have known the scribe for years, and they always have a good word for him. Dr. J. H. C. Lucas, the "pill roller," a graduate of Meharry Medical college, class of 1905, is demonstrating that a prepared man can make good. This eminent man has practiced medicine at Clearview for eleven years and has the implicit confidence of the public. Dr. Lucas is a man who knows medicine and has the distinction of being the only physician able to succeed at Clearview. He received his literary training at Springfield, Tenn. Give Sarah MRS. NEVA B. THOMPSON. The popular principal of the Clearview, Okla., schools—one of the best in Oklahoma. She is a cultured woman, and a queen in the home. Such characters are the ones the Negro girl should shape her life after The popular principal of the Clea best in Oklahoma. She is a very home. Such characters are the her life after us more like Lucas and we will have a better race. The postoffice at Clearview is ably looked after by that accomplished little wohan, Mrs. M. E. Doggett. She has made an efficient postmistress and has made numerous friends. The office is located in her two story building, a valuable piece of property. In one part of her place Mrs. Doggett has a general merchandise store and we have in this good woman a true race builder. She has the confidence of all and we are glad to number her among our friends. The Clearview Drug Co., of which Dr. M. C. Alford is the main spoke in the wheel, is a commendable enterprise, well stocked with pure drugs, movelties, cigars, tobacco, etc. Several hundred dollars have been invested and Dr. Alford is making things go. He owns his business house and is a young man worth while. He finished at Meharry Medical college, pharmaceutical department, class of 1909. He is at Clearview to stay and is doing his part to make it a town. The Clearview City school of which Mrs. Neva R. Thompson is the efficient principal, is one of the live educational institutions of Oklahoma and a credit to the race. This cultured woman is one of our best educators, and her work is her strongest recommendation. The school house is a two story brick, four rooms, and worth $6000. The enrollment is 260. There are four competent teachers and all educators who have been tried by the fire and found to be pure coll. They are: The principal, Mrs. Thompson. ```markdown ``` MRS. M. A. WRIGHT'S BUILDING. This magnificent building is one in which she conducts Wright's Life annu, is a pharmacist, having atta above building cost $5000. This magnificent building is oound by a lady at Claremont, Okla., in which she conducts Wright's Hotel. This lady's daughter, Miss Reanna, is a pharmacist, having attended Meharry Medical College. The above building cost $5000. son; Miss A. C. Abrams, Miss Rue Kinchen and Miss Otie V. Bailey. The scribe visited this school and was much impressed with the work being done, the deportment, etc. There will be seven graduates from the eighth grade this year, and untold good is being accomplished for the race. Mrs. Thompson is the wife of that worthy citizen, Hon. J. L. Thompson, and secured her education at our leading colleges. She has been a studious teacher and is one of our best read women. This teacher and her co-workers have worked hard to make the school a strong one, and have succeeded. The only shoemaker at Clearview is Mr. J. H. Hicks, a workman of worth. He does a general repair business, and is not only a shoe doctor, but a harnessmaker. The A. M. E. church at Clearview is ably pastored by Rev, Herbert L. Lang. This man is of the kind who are doing much to uplift our folks. He finished the seminary course at Tullodega College, Alabama, class of 1909, and has been actively engaged in the ministry ever since, with the exception of two years. His first charge was the Congregational church at Guthrie. He has a church at Clearview worth $800 and he has sixty active members. Rev. Lang has the distinction of having erected the only new church in his conference last year, and this is some record that he has been in the A. M. E. church only one year. Mr. P. L. Lawson, who at one time one of the scrube's right hand men when he was in the newspaper business in Texas, is a successful farmer at Clearview, owning forty acres of good soil. He is also one of the directors of the school there and an all around good man. Miss A. C. Abrams, one of the city teachers, and Mr. N. H. Sturks have formed a partnership and are now conducting an up-to-date ice cream parlor and soft drink place at Clearview. They will keep everything along their line and will conduct a place where our best people may visit. Mr. Tom Carpenter is an extensive fruit dealer at Clearview. He carries a nice stock and owns his own business house. Mr. Sam Clark, a merchant at Clearview, is conducting a neat grocery store and meat market, and has invested $2600. He has been in business three years and is one who believes in the black man getting up and trying. Rev. N. L. Conn, that excellent Baptist minister, has been made agent for the Poit Smith & West- ```markdown ``` lend by a lady at Claremont, Okla., hotel. This lady's daughter, Miss Reended Meharry Medical College. The can railroad at Clearview. He is still conducting a $500 grocery store and is doing well. He has made quite an improvement on his home and is fixing to paint and make further improvements. This God-sent man is successful because he puts business in to what he is doing, and by treating all right. He has an interesting family and in him the Negro race has a true leader. Mr. Charley Miller, a blacksmith of forty years experience, is conducting the only blacksmith shop at Clearview. VERNON, OKLAHOMA. Received the Plaindealer Man With Open Arms. This place has a bright future, and hereafter the Plaindealer will go into many homes. Though we were there but a few hours, we were convinced that the Vernon people are true race builders and folks who read Negro newspapers. They are anxious to have more good colored people come and locate, and the scribe advises the race to go. As if by magic, Vernon, an exclusive Negro town, located on the Fort Smith & Western railroad in the state of Oklahoma, has grown and we are convinced, since our recent visit, that it has even made far more rapid strides than the founder, Hon. T. M. Hayens, had dreamed of in such a short time. It has the earmarks of a great Negro town, since it is in the heart of a fertile farming section as well as in the oil belt. Vernon is surrounded already by numerous thrifty colored farmers, and there is a very large acreage of farm land that the race can buy on almost their own terms. To visit Negro towns and come in touch with the people who are striving to build them, you are compelled to be inspired and pronounce them folks who are thinking. The horrible things the colored man is subjected to in some portions of this country, the prejudice that he is forced to confront, how he is humiliated, segregated and treated as a brute, when this is taken into consideration, the promoters and builders of exclusive Negro towns come in the class of liberators, true race benefactors, and when that pioneer of Negro town builders, Hon. T. M. Haynes, started Boley, Vernon and other moves to help the race, he must have been inspired from above. This man has sold more land than any other Negro in Oklahoma, and through him scores of Negro towns offer the black man many opportunities. He can work out his own salvation without being contaminated with the white man's prejudices and we hope to see more of our people go to them and help build a race. Vernon, in our opinion, offers the race greater advantages than any place that we visited recently. There is a great influx of Negro farmers settling there. There is so much undeveloped farm land that can be bought so cheaply; and, too, another inducement is its productiveness, as one can grow almost anything that can be grown anywhere else. There are so many natural advantages—plenty of wood and streams of living water, there being one excellent creek twenty miles long which circles the town; plenty of fish and game near in. The scribe went fishing and pulled out several specimens of fine black bass and cats, etc. To give you an idea of the rapid growth of Vernon, forty-six families moved there during the months of December and January, and while we were there several new folks arrived to cast their lot at Vernon. This town needs a good general store, a good hotel to accommodate the many prospectors, a drug store, another up-to-date physician, a dentist, a newspaper, a bank, etc. The promoter of the town, Mr. T. M. Haynes, has incorporated a company known as the Boley-Vernon Development Co., and is now selling stock for the purpose of establishing a big general store and bank for the fall trade. The scribe predicts that Vernon will, in the near future, be one of the leading places in the United States. Mr. Haynes is ready to furnish any information about the town if you will address him at Boley. Another live wire that likes to boost Vernon is Mr. John W. Grant, and he, too, will gladly reply to all inquiries sent him at Vernon. The bakery at Vernon is owned by Mr. A. Franklin, who knows how to cook and bake. He makes a specialty of high class bread, cakes, pies, etc., and in fact he bakes everything you find in a first class place. He is a property owner and has faith in the future growth of his town. This man has 640 acres of land in various parts of Oklahoma. Franklin belongs to that class of men in our race who do things. Mr. S. P. Dozier is a live wire at Vernon and owns a modern steam gin, with a capacity of twenty bales a day. He has more than $100 tiled up in the gin. This man owns 570 acres of land and is able to keep the wolf from the door. In his own building he is conducting a general merchandise store, having a $1000 stock. This store is ably managed by Mr. G W. Dozier, his son. The Doziers own a hundred or more town lots and are factors for doing good. Such men are doing more than their part in solving the race problem. The Farmers' Meat and Grocery Co. at Vernon is owned and operated by Messrs. W. T. Lanndy and W. S. Holloway. These men are in a neat store and carry a stock worth $1200. They have carefully selected everything to be found in a first class place, and sell right. Mr. Holloway owns some valuable property, and also his partner in business owns some valuable property. These men are the kind who bring recognition to our race. The People's Cafe at Vernon is owned and operated by Mr. R. H. Lesley and daughter, Miss Lela. They serve everything good to eat and it is cooked right. This place also carries a small line of groceries, and Miss Lela informed us that they were doing a good business. Mr. J. H. Reager is the shoemaker at Vernon and is doing nicely. He owns his own property and is doing well. Mr. Reager is the only shoemaker in that town. These good people are former Texans. Dr. C. E. Cooper, a Meharryite, class of 1912, has his shingle out at Vernon and is enjoying a food practice. We called on the brilliant young Afro-American and found him full of hope for the town in which he is practicing. Dr. Cooper secured his literary training at Claflin University, Orangeburg, S. C., and is truly a prepared man. By knowing medicine and doing his work right the people are using him. Aside from a business house he has other valuable property. He practices among all races, and they say he is some physician. One of the educators at Vernon is that ripe scholar, Prof. W. G. Patterson, who attended Biddle University, Charlottville, N. C. This man has "taught the young idea how to shoot" for twenty-five years and is a man of letters. He is principal of the Mount View school, five miles from Vernon. Prof. Patterson has an excellent wife, who is also a teacher working near Holdenville. These excellent people own a good home as well as other valuable property. Mr. R. J. Spencer is a contractor and builder at Vernon and the people keep him busy. He has a home and other property. He believes in tolling to build up the race. Death claimed Mr. Andrew Walker while we were at Vernon. He was one of the solid men of the race and left 260 acres of land and several pieces of town property. The remains were shipped to Texas for interment. One of the well stocked grocery stores at Vernon is that owned by Mr. R. W. Whitaker, the firm being known as the R. W. Whitaker Grocery Co. This store has a $1000 stock and it is conducted in a businesslike way. This man does not sit around whining and discussing the weather, but believes in hustling early and late. Mr. Whitaker has been in business at Vernon one year and believes his town will be a great one. Also, he does not believe in feeding Negro enterprise on "hot air." Aside from serving as postmistress at Vernon, Mrs. Ella Woods conducts a dry goods store. She also carries millinery goods, etc. Mrs. Woods is a progressive woman and is making an exceptionally good postmistress. She owns her own place of business as well as other good property at Vernon. We found her a pleasing little woman and a true race lover. There are two colored blacksmiths at Vernon, Mr. W. M. Vance and Mr. Diamond. Both are good workmen. The depot agent at Vernon is Mrs. Leathers, an accomplished little woman. Her husband is one of the live wires at that town. Both are ex-teachers and cultured folks. The telephone system at Vernon is owned by Mr. John W. Grant and the operator in Miss Ada Hodnox. Mr. Grant owns a 40-acre farm and some other valuable property. He was away at Claremore for his health while we were at Vernon. Mr. H. C. King is operating a grocery store at Vernon, his stock being worth about $500. Aside from running the store, he is a successful farmer. Mr. S. B. Dozler, who is one of the race's leading men, has a sawmill as well as a grist mill. He is a doer and is helping to build Vernon. Dr. P. W. Nickerson is the veterinary surgeon at Vernon. He at tended school at Marshall, Texas, and is an educated man. He is doing nicely. Mr. H. C. Wesley is a progressive farmer, having made a bale and a quarter to the acre on his 80 acre farm at Vernon the past year. He also owns to dwellings and business property there. He will in the near future practice law. Mr. D. S. Busby is one of the farmers who will read the paper at Vernon. One of the best fixed men at Vernon is Mr. W. H. Fielde, who owns 160 acres of land and has several --- thousand dollars in the bank. In addition to his land he controls 160 acres of leased land. MARQUESS' APPOINTMENT PLFASES OKLAHOMANS Since the announcement that Prog. J. M. Marquess of Kansas City had been appointed president of Langston University, your scribe in making the various towns of Oklahoma has met numerous men and women who stand for something down here, and each one hailed the appointment with pleasure. The state needs a strong university for colored youths, and a man of Mr. Marquess' caliber will have the cooperation of the entire colored citizenship down here—even those who are responsible for the "mutilated" condition of that once great institution. They, too, are willing to profit by the mistakes of the past and give the new president whatever support they can. Some of the people, not knowing that Prof. Marquess is one of America's foremost scholars, a man possessing an unblemished character, a leader in the true sense of the word, we are frequently asked about him, and when we assure all that he is a schoolman and a gentleman, that is enough, and they pledge him their co-operation. We know of on man who can more acceptably fill the bill as president of Langston University, and we are confident that Mr. Marquess will, in a very short time, put Langston University in the front ranks as a Negro educational institution. Former students, who had become disgusted with the institution, have already pulled off their costs, rolled up their sleeves, and gone about to help Prof. Marquess make it one of America's greatest schools, and this eminent Negro educator need not expect anything but a cordial welcome from the people down here in in the "land of promise." This is as it should be, because in this stalwart man we have a Moses who will safely lead our people on to success and help to wipe out ignorance. Prof. Marquess' coming is a godsend, and he is coming among people who are ready to help him in every conceivable way. DEAF, BLIND AND ORPHAN INSTITUTE AT TAFT, OKLA. The Deaf, Blind and Orphan Institute at Taft, Okla., is one of the state's best regulated institutions, and too much praise can not be given to Prof. J. R. Johnson, the affable president. Since he assumed the presidency of this school, which was in a chaotic condition, things have been revolutionized and he is demonstrating beyond a reasonable doubt that he is a man of much executive ability. In this man the race has a real doer—one who is not satisfied with, good enough, but believes in the best, hence the school of which he is at the head is easily taking front rank among the institutions of the kind. Each year we visit this place and we are impressed with the activity noticeable there. The 225 boys and girls are neat in dress and their department is all one could ask. Prof. Johnson and his co-workers are teaching not only text book, but thrift, industry, upright living, in fact, preparing their wards for life's duties. The 101 acres of land on which this school is located is being cultivated for all it is worth, and the children are taught agriculture, etc., and the products from the farm go a long way toward supplying the institution. These children go to make up an imposing scene, and they are treated as well as, and in a good many instances better than, some children in their homes. Mr. Johnson sees that not a single detail is overlooked to give "his children" a thorough home training. We inspected the sleeping apartments and found them in a sanitary condition in every respect. The rooms were airy, beds clean, and everything in tip-top shape. We also visited the "mess room" and kitchen, where much care has been exercised in the arrangement of both, and the children are given wholesome food, cooked right and served to the inmates until each one is filled. Life is worth while out there, and all the little toys seemed happy and contented. Prof. Johnson has the admiration of all, because he is an unceasing worker and has his very soul into what he is doing. He has exercised wise judgment in the selection of his faculty and each member of the same is doing yeoman service. Anyone visiting this institution soon notes that each one there is striving to make the school a success. The board has recognized that Prof. Johnson is the proper man to be at the head of the school, and has reappointed him. They know that as long as he is the persident, institution will be a success. In Prof. Monroe Ingram this school has a mute teacher who is one of the best in America and who is filling his position in an acceptable manner. He has been with the school for five years and is one of the main spokes in the wheel of success. Prof. C. G. Nobles, the principal, is teacher of the seventh and eighth grades, and as a schoolman has few equals. He is a prepared man, and the children are receiving all that is coming to them. Miss Maud Baker of Congate is the product of Langston University and Paul Quinn College and is a very able educator. She is successfully teaching the fifth and sixth grades and doing her entire duty. Miss Mollie Burke, who claims Fort Smith, Ark., as her home and who has demonstrated that she is a teacher of more than ordinarry ability, is quite an addition to the teaching force there. A. PROF. J. R. JOHNSON. Miss Desmond West, the efficient music teacher, hails from Kansas City, and she is not only a music teacher of the best kind, but is a primary teacher that takes front rank. She is doing her duty and the children are blessed by having such a cultured woman as one of the teachers. The seamstress is Miss Annie McJunkins of Syracuse, Kan., and she is truly an expert with the needle. Mrs. Monroe Ingram, who is one of the fixtures there, is matron over the boys' dormitory and is giving the school a service that is above criticism. There are four excelent buildings—the president's residence, the boys' dormitory, the girls' dormitory and the power house. There is at this school everything needed to make it a success, and President Johnson is leaving no stone unturned to carry everything along with clock-like precision. There are fine cows, horses, mules, hogs, chickens, turkeys, ducks, in fact everything to make the school what it should be. We dropped in on Prof. Johnson without warning, but found everything in excellent shape, and we find pleasure when we make our visits to this school. Just here it is proper to say that Supt. Johnson informed us that he was so pleased with his present faculty that everyone will be retained another year. On the sixth of March last Superintendent Johnson went before the board of education at Oklahoma City and showed that body that $5,000 of a $25,000 appropriation had been saved by successful farming methods. He asked that an industrial building costing approximately $4000 and a barn costing $3000 he built out of the money thus saved. The board unanimously granted his request and gave him loud applause, For two days prior to our visit to the school the students, with two teams, were busy hauling supplies and our inspection of the store rooms showed sufficient supplies on hand to stock a wholesale grocery. The big surprise came when we inspected the wheat crop. Here we found sixty acres of as good wheat as you can find in Oklahoma. There is also sixty acres planted in oats and the stand is excellent. In short, if this man is not made a victim of political wire-pulling, the D., B., and O. Institute at Taft is going to sttest in the loudest tones to the Negro's capability as a business manager. In every sense of the word, Johnson is the right man in the sight place. PITTSDURG, KAN. The sacred program given at Bethel A. M. E. church Sunday. night was a success. Much credit is due Miss Lella Crouch, who had charge of the program. The Ladies' Aid of Bethel A. M. E. church met at the home of Mrs. Gus Glen Thursday. Although the weather was disaggrecable, quite a nice crowd was present and the hostess served a delicious two course luncheon. Mrs. Baskerville was ill last week. Miss Mattle Beasley spent the week-end in Croweburg the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Carmichacl. Miss Opaline Bradley spent Easter in Paissons. Eleven converts of Mt. Hebron Baptist church were baptized last Sunday at Pliter's lake. The services were very impressive. Rev. S. A. Williams was in the city Saturday. His many friends were disappointed because the visit was so short. The Mission circle met at Mt. Hebron Baptist church. Mr. Baker was host. Mr. John Pierce spent Easter with friends in Kansas City. Mrs. Henry Cole spent Easter in Parsons the guest of her brother. Mr. Ray Cole left Monday for a two weeks' stay at Claremore, Okla. Dr. H. T. Geeder and Dr. L. N. Bass operated on Mrs. Williams of Cherokee, Friday. The patient is doing nicely at this writing. OLATHE, KAN. Rev Coleman and wife, evangelists, are holding a series of meetings at the A. M. B. church. Mrs. Charles Coleman entertained a number of little boys and girls last Friday evening from four to six in honor of her son Floyd's birthday. Mrs. Joe Pannon and Misses Leora and Ruth Holmes were shopping in Kansas City last Friday. Miss Predicka Martin of Kansas visited her mother over Eutser. Mrs. R. M. Taylor of Topeka, Kansas, superintendent of Topeka District Primary Department of the A. M. B. S. S., visited Olathe Saturday and Sunday and delivered an address to the Sunday school. Mrs. Charles Coleman was hostess to the Carnation Culture club last Saturday. After the usual routine of business an hour was spent in needlework. Mrs. R. M. Taylor of Paola and Rev. Mrs. Coleman of Omaha were guests of the club. The next meeting will be with Miss Lida Crump. Cedar Beam Lodge, A. I', & A. M., are rehearsing for a minstrel, to be given at the Gem Theater May 8. Miss Lora Page attended the funeral of Dan Lucas in Kansas City last Sunday. Miss Lida Crump spent Friday in Kansas City. Sunflower Temple, S. M. T. gave an entertainment in their hall Tuesday night. A first class program was rendered, which was well received by a large and appreciative audience. Mr. Thosa Simpson of Outawa passed through Olathe Monday enroute home from Kansas City. --- WEST PLAINS, MO. Mrs. M. C. Alexander returned home last week after a brief visit with her daughter at Jonesboro, Ark. Rev. J. M. Givenhand preached a wonderful sermon Sunday night. The Smart Set club met at the residence of Mrs. Susie Wilburn. Lincoln school give a festival Friday night at the C. M. B. church. The Smart Set club will have an egg-rolling Monday nigght at Mount Olive church. Rev. J. M. Givenhand will leave Friday night for Nevada, Mo. Mrs. A. Dukes and Mr. George Shaw are on the sick list. Mr. Charles Campbell was painfully injured last week. ATCHISON, KAN. Mr Louis Dale, whose serious illness has been reported for some time, died Wednesday morning, April 12, and was buried from the residence Friday, April 14, at 2:00 p. m. He leaves a widow and two children to mourn his loss. Rev II. W. Hill has been running a very successful revival for some time. The Rev. Cohren of St. Joseph, Mo., is very ably assisting with the meeting. Up to this time there have been about six or eight conversions. The Shamrock Crochet club was very pleasantly entertained Monday, April 17, at the residence of Mrs. Geo. II. Kerford. 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Being extra wide, it will make extra full curtains—mill lengths of regular 35c white Volle, per yard .. 14c Bargain Basement—Pelletier's Mr. Louis Smith of Cherryvale, Kan., was in the city a few days the guest of his cousin, Mr. Jerry Taylor, and attending to business. Quarterly meeting was observed Sunday, April 17, at the A. M. E. church. The presiding elder was unable to get here, and Rev. A. C. Terrel, ex-pastor of the church, filled the pulpit at 3 p. m. The persiding elder not having yet arrived, Rev. J. F. C. Taylor, pastor of the church, filled the pulpit and delivered the message in his usual masterful manner until everyone could plainly see the right from the wrong. At 7:30 the presiding elder was present and filled the pulpit for evening services. The church has passed through a very successful quarter, being the second best here during Rev. Taylor's pastorate. Mrs. J. F. Greenly was able to attend service Sunday for the first time in four months. The Sunflower Art Club conducted a very successful meeting Monday, April 10, at the residence of Mrs. Jerry Shackelford, when the silk quilt was awarded Mrs. Anna Webb, who held the lucky number. Everyone present spent a very pleasant time. Mr. John Clark, who has been very ill, is reported better. The Carnation Art club was very pleasantly entertained April 11 by Mrs. Myrtle Potter. Mr. Walter Allen, who has been very ill, is improving. Miss Beatrice Dorsey and Mr. Lewis Moore were married Saturday afternoon by Rev. Henry Merritt, at his home, and the wedding supper was given at the home of the bride's aunt, Mrs. Richard Majors, at 8 o'clock. The guests invited were Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Hooker, Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Harding, Rev. and Mrs. Henry Merritt, Mrs. Walter Johnson, Miss Lydia Johnson, Napoleon and Leroy Johnson, Harry Campbell of Kansas Miss Corene Essex of Dunlap, Frank Means, Harrison Oglesvie, Otis Rice, Lewis Taylor, Mrs. E. 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She is suffering with rheumatism. Miss Cassie Taylor is able to be out a again after a two weeks illness. VINITA, OKLA. Rev. Walker of Chelsea passed through Sunday from Wagoner. Theo. Baughman, the Plaindealer representative, was among his customers the latter end of the week. Mrs. Ruth Lynch has moved from North First street to North Second street. Miss Cora Powell of Chetopa returned home Wednesday after a two weeks' visit with relatives. Mrs. Thomas of Indianapolis arrived Wednesday and is the guest of Mrs. A. Rider. Joseph Manley was in from Hayden Wednesday. Mrs. W. J. Morgan of Chetopa was in the city Wednesday to meet her father, Mr. Richard Curtis, of Tulsa, enroute to Chetopa to spend the summer. Rev. F. Bates left Thursday for Joular. Mrs. A. E. Hubbard and Rev. R. L. Green were in attendance at the district conference last week and report a good meeting. Moses Hardrick left Saturday for Fert Gibson to visit his niece, who is reported very sick. Prof. White of Hayden passed through the city Sunday from Wagoner. A. Rider returned Thursday from Langston. Houston Martin was in from Ketchum Saturday. Rev. C. J. Jennings left Saturday for Bartlesville. Mrs. Amanda Martin and her granddaughter, Merle Davis, went to Kelso Saturday. Tad Buffington went north Saturday evening. Dr. L. I. Ryan was called to Kelso Friday evening. SUCCESSORS TO THE MILLS DRY GOODS CO. 52.50 cur- 5c pair here is a money-saving op- curtain materials of all kinds 35c curtain materials—19c Line quality, ceru color Voiles with drawn-work borders; mercerized Marquisette in white, ceru and cream; and fine thread Scrims. 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Mr. Brice of Fort Scott arrived Sunday to spend a few days with his father. The Topeka Plainndeler has the news that is of interest to our people throughout the United States. 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, Wichits, Kan. H. I. MONROE, President. 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Unused communications, except from our regular correspondents, will not be published. If the government of the United States would devote as much time to running down that class of white people in this country who are lynching and burning colored people as it is wanting in looking after Villa, it would accomplish much good. We think Villa is a prince when compared with these violators of human rights without the least provocation. We prefer Villa ten times to one of these. Mr. J. K. Duncan, one of Shawnee county's bravest sons, announces himself as a candidate for county commissioner from the Third district, which comprises the Fifth and Sixth wards of Topeka township and all the country district south of the river. Mr. Duncan was born in Shawnee county in 1875, reared on a farm, and has been a taxpayer for twenty-one years. He is now secretary of the Republican county central committee and has rendered great service to the party. He was instrumental in building up a large majority for the party in the last election. He is very popular and his many friends say he will be nominated. WHITE FIRM EMPLOYS NEGRO BOOKKEEPER (From the Kentucky Masonic Herald.) Gunnison, Miss.—Russell B. Sugarmon, a young colored man of this city, enjoys the distinction of being the only colored man in the state, and perhaps in the South, employed as bookkeeper by a white concern at a handsome salary. The W. T. Burt Cotton & Planting Co., whose business amounts to more than $100,000 annually, has retained the services of Mr. Sugarmon in this capacity for the past nine years. Mr. Sugarmon's qualities and business judgment have made him many friends among both races. He has given such satisfaction to his employers that they have retained him over all other applicants. JUDGE MADDEN'S PLATFORM. I am a candidate for district judge on the Republican ticket. If elected to the office, I expect to conduct the public service in a spirit of justice to all, special privilege toward none. I shall invite litigants having pending litigation under standing rules, to state in each other's presence the facts of the case. I will them attempt to mediate the cause. If mediation cannot be had, I shall offer the opportunity of arbitration to the parties. Each may voluntarily select an arbitrator, and, if the parties desire, I will advise with the arbitrators on questions of law. In cases of arbitration, the award to be entered as a rule of court and judgment rendered thereon, like the verdict of a jury. If none of these primary methods avail, then the ordinary course—litigation—may result. I have tried out the primary methods successfully in my private practice, and this inspires me to make the effort to put them into public service. I expect, with the aid of these court remedies, to help check hostile and cause less litigation; to determine speedily many disputes; to save much time to the service; to lighten the cost of litigation; to make litigants self-helpful; to minimize shystering; to facilitate court work, and help modernize court practice. St. Louis, Mo., April 23. To the Plaindealer Publishing Co., Topaka, Kan.: Please permit me to say that the meeting at the Pleasant Green Baptist church was an unusual success. The Rev. J. K. Parker, D. D., and his good people have made it very pleasant for us here. The members who worked so faithfully have been made to rejoice in the God of their salvation, for many souls have returned to the Lord Jesus. There were one hundred and sixty con- versions, to be baptised Easter Sunday. Aside from the conversions we have had seventy-five others who had not connected themselves with any church in St. Louis come forth and join the church, making a total of about 230 additions to the Pleasant Green Baptist church in this meeting. REV. J. W. CLAY, Pastor of the King Solomon Baptist Church, Kansas City, Kan. CHETOPA, KAN. Mrs. Rosa Roberts Lee and son Clarence, Jr., visited her parents recently. Mr. Archie Cooper returned from Coffeyville Friday, where he was called "one of Chetopa's prices." Messrs. C. JH. and Francisco Caldwell left Saturday for a visit in Coffeyville. Mr. Wm. Powell has some fine specimens of bull dog pups. Blanche Patterson of the Lawrence (Kan.) high school wrote the prize story for the school paper. Ulysses R. Smith, with other men of quality from last week's list, are James Harvell, F. Davis, Bolden Reede, O. Caldwell, Wm. Davis, Blurton, Clifford Moore, Clifford Dial, Leroy Lydle, Frank Jackson, Sr., S. Armstrong, Ross Armstrong, M. Armstrong, Wm. 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A. --- The brutal murder of little Edna Dinamore, white, was most helnous, but that is no excuse why a mob of other brutes should attempt the execution of the law according to their idea. The murderer is a well known degenerate and this that the officers of the law know. Because of the fact that the murderer was "wrong in the bean" as much blame attaches to the officers of the law as to the degenerate flend. Every man who was in that Wednesday night, mob is just about two degrees lower in the scale of humanity than the murderer. Every mother's son of them went there with murder in his heart to avenge a murder, and the one with murder in his heart is as guilty as if he had committed the deed. The State Journal is to be censured because of the fact that its incendiary headlines stirred up a feeling that otherwise woul have not been aroused. The county officer who permitted this mob of hellions to go through the jail in search of the prisoner needs to be censured for cowardice. Every man who went to Lawrence or Lansing should be sent to prison for a long term until he learns to respect the law. The county officer who aided and abetted the mob both at Topeka and at Lawrence should be removed from office, and all the missionaries in all the foreign countries should be brought home for the purpose of civilizing America and all the American soldiers in Mexico should double their R GROWER med by using preparation to straighten nicky hair can straighten you using yourself by have to have you can Now this maine shape powers which up and roots and makes the very fast, and see the re- cording several Exelento Medicine Co. Gentlemen: I am sending you my picture to show you how your Exelento Quinine Pomade have made my hair to grow. It have grown 10 inches within 4 months, and it does do what you claim it would. Yours. Pom Pons and Fancy from Old Plumes. Cleaned and ...Ye-Blocked. WILL BE APPRECIATED. and Feather Shop. Mo. Write for information Bell Phone Main 312. WE SPECIALIZE IN HAIR SCRUBS AND BILL ALL THE LARGEST STYLE IN NATION, IN DIV. WE INVARIANTLY ALL OUR GOODS MONEY BACK IF NOT BATTERED. WE BILL THE FINEST MAIN WITH HAIRCUT SERVICES FURNISHED IN THE WORLD NONE BEETLE WAX. FREE! A CATALOGUE TO EVERYONE! MONTERING THE BASE OF THE NEWSPAPER. Hale Hair Company 847 STEINWAY AVENUE L.I.C. NEW YORK AGENTS WANTED Of the Hour wheat. Milled better. Taste better. And from every standpoint. and. ckeMillingCo. --- efforts to locate Gen. Villa and extend to him a cordial welcome to come to the United States to give a few pointers on Christian civilization, and then we may escape the damnation of the unjust. Announcements. COUNTY CLERK. I hereby announce my candidacy for the office of county clerk of Shawnee county, subject to the action of the Republican voters at the primaries. H. I. MONROE. I hereby announce my candidacy for the Republican nomination for clerk of Shawnee county, subject to the primary election. JOHN M. WRIGHT I wish to announce my candidacy for the office of sheriff of Shawnee county, subject to the Republican primary to be held in August. R. W. EATON. I wish to announce myself a candidate for the nomination for sheriff subject to the action of the Republican voters at the primary. W. T. DAWSON. I hereby announce my candidacy for the office of Shawnee county, subject to the action of the Republican voters at the primary. G. W. ("Paddy") BETTS. I hereby announce my candidacy for the Republican nomination for sheriff of Shawnee county, subject to the primary election. I hereby announce my candidacy for the Republican nomination for sheriff of Shawnee county, subject to the will of the voters at the primary election. HUBY HODGENS. COUNTY ATTORNEY. I hereby announce my candidacy for the nomination on the Republican ticket for the office of county attorney, subject to the action of the Republican voters at the primary. ROBT. D. GARVER. PROBATE JUDGE I hereby announce my candidacy for the Republican nomination for probate judge, subject to the primary election. D. H. BRANAMAN. COUNTY COMMISSIONER. I hereby announce my candidacy for the office of county commissioner of Third district, subject to the action of the Republican voters in the primary. Mr. Gus Hammers, who is manager of the N. W. Blender Wholesale and Retail Liquor Company, located at 1711 West Ninth street, Kansas City, Mo., is a thorough business man and a polite, honorable, upright gentleman. He was born at Joplin, Mo., and is 44 years K. MR. GUS HAMMERS, Manager N. W. Blender Liquor Co., Kansas City, Mo. of age. He attended public school at Girard, Kan., where he was reared. He has been manager of the Blender film for four years. He has full control of the management and handles thousands of dollars during the year. Mr. Blender has the greatest confidence in his ability, which he has proven, as he has always held responsible jobs wherever he has lived, because he is a man who attends strictly to business. He is a Mason and a K. of P. He is a widower with a son 22 years of age, and the two could pass for brothers. Mr. Hammets is an exemplary man who is interested in the upbuilding of the race. WANTED TO KNOW, the whereabouts of my brother, Thomas Glaspy, who when last heard of was at Nodenn, Ark., Mississippi county; also my sister, Victoria Yarborough, formerly Miss Glaspy; also a sister, Lucinda, who was the oldest. Our mother's name was Susan Glaspy and father's Thomas Glaspy, who died some years ago. Any information pertaining to these people which results in their location will be liberally rewarded. Address their sister. ADA COULTER, (Formerly Ada Barton of Topeka.) Victoria Hotel, 343 N. Main Street, Wichita, Kan. "PORO"COLLEGE CO. 3100 Pine St., Dept. V. Saint Louis, Missouri. Shoes! 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The remedy contains medical properties that go to the roots of the Hair, stimulate the skin, helping nature do its work. Leaves the hair soft and silky. Perfumes with a balm of a thousand flowers. The best known remedy for Heavy and Beautiful Black Eyebrows, also restores Gray Hair to its Natural Color. Extra for Postage Oklahoma City, Oklahoma --- City Happenings Mrs. Amanda King is confined to her bed. Jackson's band serenaded the Campbell Drug Co. Easter Sunday. Mr. Joe McKnight spent Eatser with his mother, Mrs. Etta McKnight. ```markdown ``` Miss Edna Ware, a student at the Kansas Normal, spent the Easter holidays with her parents. 图 1 图 2 Mr. George K. McDonald spent Easter at his old home in Alma and reports a pleasant stay. --- Mr. Eugene Flemings of Horton spent Easter Sunday in the city the guest of Miss Hortense Ridley. Mr. William Harris of Marion, Kan., was in the city to spend Easter with Miss Katherine Barker. Miss Jennie Boswell of Lawrence spent the Easter vacation in the city the guest of Mrs. Angie Mosely. --- Mr. Roy Barker and Miss Waneh big Webb spent one day of last week in our city the guests of Mrs. J. D. Barker. 图解 Miss Flora Barker went to Kansas City Friday to spend Easter. While there she was the guest of Miss Beatrice Donnelly. ```markdown ``` Mrs. Louisa Hersey of Paola, Kan., who has been visiting her sick mother, Mrs. Amanda King, has returned to her home. ```markdown ``` Mr. and Mrs. Amos Abbott have moved from Eskridge to Topeka to make this their home. They will reside at 1021 Washington street. ```markdown ``` Mrs. Lulu Delley, proprietor of the New Model Cafe, 323 Kansas avenue, favored this office with an order of printing business cards. ```markdown ``` Mr. and Mrs. Perry Oden are the proud parents of a fine baby boy, born to them at St. Francis hospital. Mother and babe are now at home doing nicely. ```markdown ``` Manager II. O. Abbott of the Apex Theater favored this office with an order for bills announcing the great serial, "G.aft," now running each Monday night. ```markdown ``` The Blind Boone Concert Co. will appear at the Second Baptist church, Third and Quincy, Thursday evening, May 11. Admission 25c. A superb musical treat.—Adv. --- H. G. Brown sold a three-year-old colt one day this week for $250, one of the Lest rules among local horsemen in several months. Mr. Brown owns the dam of the colt, and both are bred in the purple. 渊海 We are thinkful to Hon. H. I. Monroe, G. K. of R. and S. of Sunflower Grand Lodge, K. of P., for an order for Grand Chancellor S. II. Thompson's second proclamation. --- Mrs. Ella Tunley, wife of Mr. Frank Tunley and sister of Mrs. M. W. Overton, who has been quite sick for some time, departed this life Tuesday afternoon at her home, 1000 West Gordon street, aged 40 years. --- Mr. F. E. Martin was called to Kansas City, Mo., on business and while there met many former Topeka friends. In company with Miss Minnie Lillian Davis he visited the colored Y. M. C. A. and reports hadg had a good time. --- Mrs. Wm. Ross of Kansas City arrived in Topika Last Friday to spend Easter with her sister, Mrs. Ella Graves, 1478 Chandler street. She returned home Monday. During her stay Mrs. Ross was the recipient of many social functions and greatly enjoyed her visit. --- We are under obligations to Rev. J. W. S. Lowe of Lane chapel for an order of printing of bills and tickets for the presentation of "Her Friend, the Enemy," a drama in four acts, at that church Friday evening, May 5, under the management of Mrs. M. K. Hardy. --- Walter W. Evans of Hutchinson has accepted a position with the Plaindealer and will travel in its interest, With Mr. Evans and Theodore Baughman, the Plaindealer will have two good representatives who will travel and make money for the paper as well as for them-ades. Hope the people will meet them and greet them. CALVARY PRESBYTERIAN Sunday was an enjoyable day for the friends and members of Calvary Presbyterian church, Thirteenth and Quincy streets. A very interesting program at 10 a. m. was rendered by the Sunday school under the supervision of the superintendent and the teachers. The children acquitted themselves nobly and reflected great credit on their teachers who worked so much for their success. Mr. George Hagan, the energetic superintendent, must be congratulated for the success of the school. Parents are beginning to see the importance of the Sunday school among our children and young people. At 11 a. m. the Rev. McK. Miller preached from the text: "Is this nothing to you all ye that pass by?" The sermon was soul inspiring and instructive. At 7:30 p. m. the choir rendered a very appropriate program, the Easter canata, "From Cross to Crown." The renditions were remarkably well done. Special mention must be made of Mrs. Lillian Allen, who sang "Consider the Lillies," to the delight of the audience; Mrs. A. G. Bigbee, who sang "Come Ye Faithful," con impressimo, and Mr. A. G. Bigbee in his bass solo, "And There Followed Him a Great Company." The pieces, "Awakel Awakel", "Tis the Spring of Souls Today," "Behold the Savior of Mankind," were sung admirably by the choir and brought some some pleasant surprises. Miss Rae Thompson, thee Thompson, the faithful organist, presided at the piano in a manner that reflected credit on her musical ability. Those who took part in the cantat were: Mesdames Allen, Jones, Queenry, Johnson, Ross, Bigbee and Messrs. Queenry, Dennis and A. Bigbee. ALUMNI REUNION. Industrial and Educational Institute Graduates Gather. To the Graduates and Former Students of the Industrial and Educational Institute, Topeka, Greetings: We are nearing the close of the most successful year in the history of the work. Most commendable progress has been made along all lines. The general efficiency of the institution has been very much increased. Splendid reports have come in from the graduates in the various sections of the country. Everyone is striving to carry out the principles of earnestness and service installed in them through the institution. Many are planning to return for the commencement season, May 19th-24th. The outlook for a large gathering of the alumni is most encouraging. The institute will be pleased to welcome every graduate and former student. A special alumni meeting is planned for 8 p. m. Tuesday, May 23, and a meeting of former students at 10 a. m. Wednesday, May 21. The married members of the alumni are urged to come and bring their families. Arrangements have been made for your entertainment. Come back and see how the school has grown, and sing the songs of your alma mater. Write us without delay. Under the management of Mrs. S. F. Malone and Mrs. P. Mason the young people of the Third Baptist church presented that comic drama, "The Bachelors' Congress," to a good audience last Friday night Rev. W. W. Ewing, pastor, invoked divine blessing on the undertaking. The young folks were very clever in this play and pleased the audience. Mrs. Jessie Robinson, Miss Evelyn Thomas, Miss Leana Brown, Miss Mary Wood, Miss Lottie Dunn, Mr. Maceo Thomas, Mr. Floyd Ewing, Mr. Clarence Hardy and Mr. J. M. Dorsey were the players. Miss Reita Dandridge assisted in music and Messrs. W. E. Bacon and Arthur Biggers assisted on the stage. Singing by the choir. Commencing Monday, May 1, the Third Baptist church, Eleventh and Washington streets, will hold a revival meeting. Rev. Ewing, the pastor, will conduct a prayer service the first three nights. On Thursday night Rev. C. P. Morrow of Emporia will join in the battle against sin and Satan. You are cordially invited. ```markdown ``` Mrs. Clara Molette of Kansas City, Mo., is here for a few days' visit with her mother, Mrs. Cora Buford, and Mrs. Charles A. Grinsted, who has been quite sick for several weeks. Although much improved, she is still confined to her bed. Mrs. Emma McNary entertained the Junior Stewards of St. John's A. M. E. church Saturday, April 22. A twelve pound baby girl was born to Mr. and Mrs. Charles Gentry April 16. Mother and babe are doing fine. WANTED AT ONCE—First class barber. Guarantee to good barber. No drunkard need apply. Address P. G. Coleman, 533 North Main St., Wichita, Kan. Mr. J. Frank Bates, of Kansas City, a former linotype operator on this paper, spent Easter and several other days in the city. Bates is looking fine and says he is feeling fine. Somebody is all smiles. Rev. and Mrs. George Gilbert Walker are the proud parents of a baby girl. Mother and baby are doing nicely. No wonder Rev. Walker is full of smiles nowadays. The Jolly Twelve Crochet club met with Mrs. Harlan, 1105 Locust. Some very excellent work was on exhibition. Mrs. Ross of Independence, Mo., mother of Mrs. Harlan, was present. Mrs. Harris of Emporia gave the club a spelndid talk. Mrs. Evans of Topeka was a visitor. All had a jolly time and an excellent lunch. Easter was well observed at Shiloh Baptist church. The church was beautifully decorated with palms, ferns and Easter lilies. The choir, which is composed of some of the best talent of the city, and whose members were dressed in white robes, rendered an excellent and impressive program at both services. The two sermons by the pastor, Rev. C. G. Fishback, were in perfect accord with the day. One of the best musical programs that has been given for some time by our young people was given Sunday night at St. John's A. M. E. church. Forty or fifty young people ranging in age from 10 to 16, under the leadership of Mr. Robert Floyd, rendered an excellent sacred program. Several instrumental, vocal and violin solos were given during the evening. Such programs are to be encouraged, for we have a fine set of young people and if they are given the proper amount of encouragement they will make us proud to own them as Topeka's best. Persuade Your Banquet Ham For Your Breakfast They are mild, sw make red blood a satisfy the appetite brain. Made in Chas. Wolff They are mild, sweet and delicious; make red blood and hard muscles, satisfy the appetite and nourish the brain. Made in Topeka by Chas. Wolff Packing Co. OUR OCCUPATION IS SELLING PURE DRUGS THERE ARE IN THESE UNITED STATES WHAT'S YOURS? 31,191 STEAM BOILER MAKERS 31,183 MALES 8 FEMALES 1931 WOMEN OF MUSCLE They Are Up-to-date in the Style of Their Garments and Hats, and No Doubt Depend On Some Good Drug Store for Many Items So Essential to Woman's Comfort. People's Drug Store, SODAS, SUNDAES, ETC. Phone 788-404 Kansas Ave. --- --- ```markdown ``` ```markdown ``` --- --- --- A a box of straightning oil FREE with every straightning $1.00 comb...Price... All kinds of hair goods for sale cheap. MRS. A. C. McCLELLAND TOOD, Phone 2457 White. 1315 VanBuren St. Easter was fittingly observed at the Third Baptist church Sunday evening by the rendition of a program by the Sunday school under the management of the superintendent, Mrs. Ella Graves, assisted by the choir. The recitals, songs and dialogues by the little folks were very interesting, interspersed with music by Miss Reita Dandridge and Miss Leana Brown. An excellent paper was read by Mr. John M. Dorsey on "Easter Day," which was enjoyed. The choir rendered excellent service. Rev. S. A. Williams, pastor of the Third Baptist church, Ottawa, Kan., passed through Topeka enroute from Horton, where he held a revival for Rev. S. A. Anderson. Rev. Williams is one of the leading ministers of the West and is an excellent pulpit orator, an upright Christian gentleman and believes in preaching to his people a doctrine that they can live with on earth as well as in heaven. His wife is a public school teacher in Pittsburg, Kan. Ottawa is to be congratulated upon having such a strong man. Cook to Serve eet and delicious; and hard muscles, rate and nurish theopeka by Packing Co. ```markdown ``` Mr. Ira Smith, linotype machinist-operator on this sheet, spent Easter with his mother at Pleasanton. Just where Smith is now is a matter of conjecture. --- Miss Alberta Campbell was given a delightful birthday party Tuesday, April 26, at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. R. C. Campbell. There were eighteen young people present, who enjoyed a social evening and departed at a late hour wishing Miss Alberta many more such happy birthdays. The members of the Pierce Addition League of Improvement very pleasantly surprised Mrs. Tolbert on her birthday, Monday, April 24. Those attending are as follows: Mr. and Mrs. G. A. Bigbee, Mr. and Mrs. J. D. White, Mr. J. W. Finney, Mrs. L. E. Harris, Mrs. A. E. Harris, Mrs. Lillian Clark, Miss Myrtle Hanks, Mr. and Mrs. Tolbert. Cake and cream were served. --- For your next pair of shoes see the LeRoy, Davis & Hendrickson Shoe Co., 840 N. Kansas Ave. The "Inter-Nos-Cult" did not realize the scarcity of names for organizations when the "cult" was organized. We Una Voce oppose being initiated. "Inter-Nos," when translated, has the same meaning in Spanish as it does in Latin. The "Inter-Nos" of Topeka will 'at an early date assume another name. Miss Henrietta Stewart, Pres. Miss Lillian Jordan, See'y. Easter, You Will Want Ice Cream for Dinner and to Secure the Best Call Ziegler&Son 1301 Kansas Ave., Phone 187 IN MEMORIAM. In Memory of Our Dear Husband and Father, W. T. McKnight. Two years ago today (April 29) he left us. Friends may think the wound is healed. But they little know the sorrow That lies within our hearts concealed. MRS. W. T. McKNIGHT and FAMILY. The Knights Templar held their annual services at the B Street Baptist church last Sunday. The parade, under command of Capt. J. I. Monroe and headed by Jackson's Military band, formed at their asylum, 100 Kansas avenue. They marched to the church, where the sermon was preached by Rev. P. Jesse Peck, and it was admitted by all present to be one of the best Knight Templar sermons ever heard in Topeka, or elsewhere. The oration by Sir Knight Payne added great inspiration to the order. A collection of $14 was taken, which was divided between the church and the officiating minister. MRS. JAMES COLLINS DIES AT KANSAS CITY, KANSAS The funeral of Mrs. James Collins, 1401 North Tenth street, Kansas City, Kan., was held from Calvary Baptist church, Wichita, Kan., her former home, conducted by Rev. D. A. Holmes, pastor Metropolitan Baptist church, Kansas City, Kan., who paid a high and glowing tribute to her memory. She had been married only a short time, she having formerly been Miss Bessie Anderson of Wichita. As soon as they were married they came to Kansas City, Kan., where their home was beautifully furnished and in readiness for them to go to housekeeping at once. She won many friends here, as well as leaving a host of them at her former home. She was loved and liked by all who had the pleasure of knowing her. She had a loving husband, who was able and did all he and her mother, doctor, other relatives and friends and money could do. The remains were shipped to her former home for Interment, accompanied by her husband, Mr. James Collins; her mother, Mrs. Burl Anderson; his brother and wife, Mr. and Mrs. John Collins, and Rev. D. A. Holmes. Funeral Director John W. Jones, colored, shipped the remains to A. G. Mueller, white undertaker at Wichita, who had charge there, as there is no colored undertaker there. He said this body was one of those in the best condition he had ever received since he had been in business. This is a high compliment to our colored funeral director, John W. Jones of Kansas City, Kan. Floral tributes were many and beautiful. She leaves to mourn her death a husband, mother, three brothers, and a host of other relatives and friends. The Kansas City, Kan., representative of the Plaindealer, Miss Eva P. 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The First Baptist church has been holding a sunrise prayer meeting each Sunday morning for six weeks, with fair success in attendance and a great revival of the Spirit of God, so much so that Brother Mims was so enthused that he went to the church built a fire and rung the bell at 3 o'clock in the morning and started his prayer services. From the prayer meeting we went to breakfast. Back to Sunday school, which was largely attended; thence into the 11 o'clock preaching service, which proved to be a spiritual feast. Rev. W M. Carter of Oklahoma City preached a splendid sermon. At 3:00 o'clock a B. Y. P. U was organized, with Mr. Isom Brooks as president and Miss Lulu B. McGuist secretary. A large number of the elite of Boley was in attendance. At 7:30 o'clock the Rev. W. M. Carter again preached, taking his text from the first verse of the first chapter of Genesis, and DOLEY, OKLA. ros. Market DOUGLASS AVE. The City to Do Your Marketing. THE NUMBER. E. 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We move to elect Sister Watson pastor of Antioch Baptist church. At the A. M. E. church the Sunday school was largely attended. Teachers and children are all aglow in anticipation of Easter, for which a splendid program is being prepared. The Rev Hart preached an eloquent sermon at 11 o'clock to a large congregation. At 7:30 the Rev. Hart, with a large number of his congregation, attended the C. M. E. church quarterly conference, held in the Temple building. At the Sanetified church a large and enthusiastic gathering of the good people of that faith assembled and a glorious meeting was the result, under the leadership of Elder Phillips. At the Christian church Dr. Burdley and Rev. L. C. Davis addressed the members of that church at 11 a. m. and 8 p. m. At the M. E. church a very large body of children and adults attended the Sunday school. The superintendent, teachers and the children tried to see how nice they could act before their new pastor, Rev. H. G. Kirkpatrick, who preached his introductory sermon, taking the fourth verse of the eleventh chapter of Hosea, acquitting himself splendidly and thoroughly demonstrating the fact that he is qualified, both spiritually and intellectually—a bold, fearless ambassador of God. He comes to us from Davis, Okla., and while he is a young man he comes to us highly recommended as a Christian minister and a gentleman. If you will keep in touch with God, Brother Kirkpatrick, you will always find a true friend in the Plaindealer. Mrs. L. A. Blackburn left last Friday for Clarksville, Ark., on account of the death of her brother, Mr. Edgar Farror, who died at that place last Thursday night. Mr. and Mrs. Farror were returning from Hot Springs, where Mr. Farror had gone for his health. He was compelled to leave the train at Clarksville, where Mr. Farror died a few hours later. The remains were taken to their home at Fort Smith, Ark., where interment was made. Mrs. Blackburn lost one of her sons about five weeks ago, and now her brother following so shortly we know that it is hard. But we must bow in humble submission to the will of God. The Plaindealer will mourn with the members of each family. Birtha. A fine 10-lb boy paid Mr. and Mrs. A. McCloud a visit on April 1 Mother and child are O. K. At the home of Mr. and Mrs. Morris Barnett a boy appeared on Saturday, the 8th inst. The first thing that young Barnett called for was his father's fine saddle stallion. Mother and child doing well. We smoke, Mr. Barnett. The Sick. Miss Alma Jacei daughter of Mrs. C. W. Perry, who has been confined to her room for two weeks with pneumonia, is up again. Mr. H. C. Cavel received a letter from his wife, who left here last Thursday for Colorado Springs with her son Bishop, who is suffering with lung trouble, stating that they arrived safely and that her son suffered little from the fatigue of the long, tiresome trip, and that he was somewhat refreshed after their first twenty-four hours rest at the Springs. Our Visitors. Mr. R. E. Williams, traveling salesman for the McBrady Toilet Co. of Chicago, was in Boley Thursday hustling among the merchants. He reports a fine trade and is figuring on buying property in this thriving burg. Mr. Sam Jones of McAlester dropped in on us Friday. Mr. Henry Godfrey of Guthrie was in our city last week looking up oil leases. He succeeded in securing 80 acres from a Mrs. Oliver, paying the top price for same. Mr Joe McCormack brought in a load of very fine sweet potatoes Saturday and sold them at $1.25 per bushel faster than he could measure them out. Mr. and Mrs. Lowe, from near Arbeka, Okla., spent Sunday in Boley as the guest of Mrs. H. McCutcheon. Mr. J. E. Saunders of Okmulgee was in Boley Monday on real estate business. Mr. W. M. Garner of the grocery firm of Garner & Son, was at the county seat on the 17th on legal business. Mrs. Edna Wilson of Prague, Okla., spent Sunday and Monday with Miss O. E. Roberson. Presiding Elder T. M. Gatewood of Guthrie left Tuesday for his home after spending four days in this city with the C. M. E. church. He subscribed for the Plaindealer before he left. Come back often, Elder. Rev. J. W McMillan and our friend Mr. Holloway of Lima, Okla., spent Sunday with friends in our midst. The Rev. J. W. Tomlin of the St John's church district, west of Boley, was a visitor at the First Baptist last Sunday night. He reports his church and Sunday school as being very busy arranging for Easter services. Prof. A. B. Fortier, one of our great inventors, who is now making his home in Oklahoma City, is in Boley looking at the wonders of this thriving place. The Hon. M, II. Martin of the endowment section of the U. B. F. and S. M. T. has purchased the lovely home of Mr. and Mrs. D. M. Williamson, paying $1500 cash for it. He is making some needed improvements, such as a new barn at a cost of $800, new fences, etc. These are the kind of people for any city. Rev. L. B. Bryant, district missionary, was a visitor to Boley on Monday. Mr. and Mrs. Edward Young, one of Boley's most popular young married couples, entertained the social set at a surprise birthday party in honor of Miss Lulu Mae Cozine. Those present were: Mr. and Mrs. Reuben Tyler, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas, Mr. and Mrs. H. C. McCormack, Mr. and Mrs. James Cienshaw, Misses Leonel Young, Gertrude Tatum, Sadie Hampton, Jessie Gibson, Minnie Amie, Willa Pyrtle, Beulah Strickeen, Maude Abram, Alfa Carter, Bessie Watson, Annie Cozine, Carrie Williams, Ethel Young and Geneva Johnes; Messrs. Austin Haynes, Claude and Lutes Jones, Fred Crenshaw, Nelson Carr, Robert Simmons, Gust Present, Preston McLeod and Roscoe Young. The Pleasant Hour club met in a body at the home of Mrs. C. H. Armstrong last Thursday afternoon and from her home went to the residence of Mrs. J. A. King. Each member of the club carried many good things to eat. The affair was a complete surprise to Mrs. King. After an hour spent in needlework Mrs. Armstrong and Mrs. Haynes made their way to the dining room and made arrangements for the delicious luncheon. Each lady expressed herself as having spent an enjoyable afternoon. The meeting closed with Mrs. King asking the ladies to come again. Mrs. H. O. Johnson has returned home after a three weeks' tour of the state. The Oklahoma Normal and Industrial school of the C. M. E. church will close one of its most successful years next month. Eight students will complete the grammar course and one the normal. The faculty, with the aid of the students and friends, will begin the erection of Jamison hall next summer. The C. M. E. church should be proud of its pre-ident, the Rev. L. R. Bryant, the man who does things. The editor of the Boley Progress published an article in his paper two weeks ago concerning an outrage committed on a colored girl by dirty white brute. He did not call the brute's name, but on last Thursday afternoon a long, gander-legged peckervood called at the Progress office and demanded a retraction from the editor; also demanded that the said editor leave his office and go with him to see certain people who, he said, could prove his character, and just think, the editor was cowardly enough to be dragged around by such a rough-neck. When asked why he should take the article to himself, since his name was not mentioned, the only answer the "peck" could make was that a copy of the paper containing the article had been addressed to him. My answer is, that if you throw a rock among a pack of dogs only one dog will yelp, and that is the one hit. LYNCHERS DISAPPOINTED. Kansas City, Kan., April 19. A mob had been formed to come to Argentine and mob Louis Bush, who had been accused of assaulting a white woman. While the mob was preparing to lynch the Negro, the colored men of Argentine and Wyandotte got wind of it and prompt action was taken. While the mob was stationed in all parts to await the signal, which was to be the blowing of the Armour whistle at midnight, the colored men were also stationed in all parts to await the arrival of the mob. In the meantime Mr. Jones, the undertaker, was notified of the intention and he acted promptly on that end of the line by notifying the proper officers. Then telephone began ringing in the ears of Mr. Thomas Fleming, chief of detectives of Kansas City, Kan., from the colored men of Argentine, informing him of the plans of the mob to raid the jail at Argentine. Then Mr. Fleming hurriedly sent a police motor car with seven officers to the No. 4 police station in Argentine, who spirited the colored boy to Wyandotte, and a guard was placed around the jail to protect him all night. 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Phillips, who made quite an interesting talk, after which a delightful luncheon was served by the hostess. Mrs. Ben Spencer, president; Mrs. Mary Parker, secretary. Mrs. E. S. Pendleton of Garfield, who was the guest of friends in Wynne, Ark., for a few days, returned home last Monday. Rev. J. P. Bishop, pastor of the M. E. church at Wellsville, Mo., is in the city looking after his property. The stork visited the home of Mr. and I Mrs. J. A. Taylor last Saturday, on Illinois street, and left a ten pound baby girl. Mrs. Irene Perry, who has been the guest of relatives for the past two weeks, departed last Saturday for her home in Kansas City, Mo. Mr. Lewis Stean is ill at his home on Margaret street. Dr. H. E. Purcell is the attending physician. Rev. W. H. Huston returned home Sunday night from St. Louis, where he attended the annual conference of the M. E. church. Mrs. Lucile Jones, who has been ill for a long time, died Monday at her home on Clara street. Mr. R. McCollough of Marked Tree, Ark., informs his wife that he is much pleased with his new location. Mother Hainline has moved into her home on Alice street. Stewardess Boards Nos. 1 and 2 will hold a joint meeting Tuesday night at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Bulliner, on Pine street. The first open session of our Interdenominational Conference will be held Thursday evening at the C. M. E. church. Rev. G. C. Chinn of Pleasantt Hill Baptist church will preach a special sermon on unity and co-operation. Rev. W. H. Huston of the M. E. church will make an address in which the object of the conference will be explained. Special music will be furnished by the following choirs: Pleasant Hill Baptist church, C. M. E. church and A. M. E. church. Rev. R. L. Phillips, president; Rev. W. H. Huston, secretary; Rev. J. F. Duke, assistant secretary. CHERRYVALE, KAN. The Bethlehem Baptist church held a two weeks' revival here, from April 3d to 17th, under the auspices of Rev. A. P. Jordon, pastor, assisted by Rev. I. S. Powell, evangelist, of Muskogee, Okla. During the meeting there were fifteen conversion's, and four back-sliders came sliding in before the heavenly doors were closed, and they, too, put on the whole armor of faith. Baptizing will be the first Sunday in May. The revival made quite an impression upon the whole town. Rev. Powell preached his farewell sermon. Monday night. His theme was "Homeward Bound," which he outlined dramatically, and after the meeting there was a grand reception held in the Baptist hall, which was enjoyed by all who attended, and Rev. Jordon wishes to thank the young ladies and sisters who assisted in serving at the reception. EDWARDSVILLE, KAN. Quite a few people from here attended the funeral of Mrs. Addie Greer Sunday at Bonner Springs, Kan., who had been seriously ill for some time. Mrs. Etnia Groves-Flemings has returned to her home in Cullison, Kan. A grand entertainment will be given at the Pleasant Hill Baptist church Saturday. Mrs. Rosa Brown is on the sick list this week. We are glad to note that Mrs. Julia Price is able to be out again. She has been paralyzed since last fall. Mrs. B. R. Ross of Ottawa, Kan., and her sister, Mrs. Sarah Moss of Bonner Springs, Kan., spent Friday of last week with Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Bennett. ```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. Send stamp for Pamphlet MME. M. BEARD, 519 S. 16th St., ST. JOSEPH, ::- MISSOI 50c Per Box. Agents Wanted. 777-OFFICIAL-333 Taborian Directory 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. DKT. LENO MURPHY, C. R. 922 N. Western avenue, N. Topeka. 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 evenings 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. 91—Meets first and third Thursdays. Dtr. Lenora Gray, H. P., 1211 Missouri Ave. St. Maria Tabernacle No. 42—Meets second and fourth Thursdays. Dtr. 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. Jennie Sellers, Q. M., 2320 North Twenty-eighth Ave. Humphrey Temple No. G, Omaha, Nebr.—Wm. Jackson, C. M.; meets the second monday night of each month. --- Mt. Nebo Temple No. 7, Wichita, meets first and third Tuesdays of each month. S. S. Washington, C. M., 1129 N. Santa Fe. COFFEYVILLE, KAN. The report of Charity Rose Tab- ernacle No. 24: Settings every first and third Wednesday at 2:30 o'clock, at Morris' hall. All visitors are welcome DT. M. V. FITZ, H. P., DT. ETHIEL WARREN, Reporter TABORIAN HOSTER 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, H. P., 1157 Lane street. Clinging Rose Tabernacle No. 27— Meets second and fourth Fridays. Mrs. N. Buffington, H. P., 1047 College avenue. Golden Eagle Tabernacle No. 31—Meets first and third Wednesdays. Miss Mumie Spradley, H. P., 1438 Lane street. Magdalene Tabernacle No. —Meets second and fourth Thursdays. Mrs. Frances Hardiman, H. P., 1801 South Kansas avenue. Palatium No. 3—Meets second Thursday evening. Sir R. Taylor, Ch. Prince, Golden avenue. Pride of Topeka Temple No. 16—Meets second and fourth Fridays. Sir Wm. Buffington, C. M., 1047 College avenue. (Tihs roster will be completed in next issue.) FORT SCOTT, KAN. The West Side Rally club of Wayman chapel, A. M. E. church, gave a leap year party Tuesday. Mrs. Harrison Thompson of Springfield, Mo4, was in the city last week. Mr. Henry Masi, who was taken suddenly ill Saturday, is feeling better at this writing. The Shiloh Baptist church held their baptizing Sunday afternoon at 1:30 o'clock at Gunn park. Rev. C. A. Williams of Ottawa preached the baptismal sermon at 11 o'clock. Thirty-six were baptized. Mr. V. A. Taylor is in Topeka assisting in a revival service as songster. The Wayman chapel, A. M. E. church, held its second quarterly meeting Sunday, April 17. Presiding Elder A. J. Smith preached at 11 o'clock, Rev. Faulkner of the M. E. church preached the sacramental sermon at 3 o'clock. The services were largely attended throughout the day. The Young Ladies' Piano club of the C. M. E. church gave an entertainment Tuesday evening for the benefit of the piano fund. Miss Ora Elliston, president; Miss Lucile Pitts, secretary. Miss Lucile Pitts and Mr. Vernon Kinard, Miss Elizabeth Simpson and Mr. Walker White, Miss Ethel Gaines and Mr. Panolla Jones of Birmingham, Ala., were the guests of Miss Ethel Gaines Sunday evening. Mr. Jones is an excellent piano player. The evening was spent with music. Prof. E. J. Hawkins went to Hutchinson, Kan., last week on business. The Mite Missionary society of the A. M. E. church met in the lecture room Wednesday afternoon at 3 o'clock. The East Side Rally club met with Mrs. Will Moulton Thursday evening, on S. Margrave street. Miss Ethel Gaines substituted for Prof. E. J. Gaines last week in room 4 at the Plaza school. Mrs. Jackson Parks and Mrs. Frank Burford entertained at a six o'clock dinner Monday evening at the home of Mrs. Parks, Seventh and Burk streets. An elaborate three course dinner was served. Following were the guests: Presiding Elder S. A. Smith Rev. H. H. Jones, Mesdames Thomas Parks, America Brown, Prof. E. J. Hawkins, Prof. G. E. Watson, Dr J. Brown, Dr. A. L. Hawkins, Mrs. Parks was assisted by Miss Cora Burford and Mrs. Burford. Mr. Willie Beatty of St. Louis, Mo., spent the week-end with his mother, Mrs. Katherine Beatty, 1701 East Wall street. Mr. and Mrs. John Galigham announce the birth of a nine pound baby boy. Mrs. Berdell of Oswego, Kan., is the guest of Mrs. Henry Bassett, 318 S. Andrick. Mr. George Goodall of Butler, Mo., is in the city visiting relatives. Mrs. Will Neal of 314 Horton street is still confined to her bed. Mrs. C. L. Elliston went to Kansas City last Friday morning to do her Easter shopping, returning home in the evening. Mrs. Zuella Graham of Butler, Mo., is the guest of Mrs. C. T. Ellison. The missionary ladies of McCray chapel, C. M. E. church, gave away five prizes last Thursday night. The prizes were awarded by Miss Elizabeth Simpson. Mr. Ed Taylor received the first prize a beautiful quilt. The second prize, a crocheted yoke, was won by Mrs. Maggie Wells. The third prize, a pair of crocheted house slippers, went to Mr. Lewis Wade. Fourth prize, a beautiful white apron, was won by Mrs. Ida Curtis. The fifth prize, a beautiful hand made handkerchief, was won by Mr. Ray Dodson. The missionary ladies had some excellent work on exhibition. Miss Ora Elliston and little Marion Goodall sold the largest amount of tickets and were each given 50 cents by the missionary ladies. The children did splendid work, selling $18 worth of tickets. 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The Third Baptist church is divided into clubs working for the improvement of the church. They are planning for a rally soon. Mrs. Nellie Cash entertained the Mite Missionary society of the A. M. E. church Wednesday afternoon at her home, 412 Keokuk. Rev. S. A. Williams, pastor of the Third Baptist church, went to Fort Scott last Sunday to help Rev. Crutchfield in a baptizing. Mrs. B. R. Ross visited her father, Rev. Jas. H. Pope, and her sister, Mrs. S. J. Mars, in Bonsister, Mrs. S. J. Moss, in Bonser Springs, Kan., last week. She also spent Friday in Edwardsville. The Old Folks' Dinner at the A. M. E. church last Sunday was a success. Rev. B. R. Ross, who is an untiring worker for Christ and his church, has made a record here that will never be forgotten. Each one present seemed to be so well pleased and was filled with much wonder at the appreciation that he shows for the old. He and his ever working committee, with Mrs. Williams as chairman and the Rev. 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Mr. Simmons was for one or two terms speaker of the House of Representatives of Kangans. --- One of Hutchinson's Policeman. Mr. B. L. Brooks, one of Hutchinson's leading colored men and one of the members of the police force, was born in Clayton county, Tennessee and came to Horton, Kan., with his mother when a child. He is now 13 years of age, and was treated on a farm in Brown county. He was always an industrious THE FIRST WORLD WAR young man and very popular in his county. He came to Hutchinson a few years ago and was placed on the police force, and his fellow officers and the people of the town say he is the best on the force. He is a Mason and a member of D. G. Lett lodge No. 30 and a great worker in the Baptist church. He has many friends in Hutchinson and is a man that is doing much for the race. THE We are proud to note the fact that there is in the state of Kansas a young man of the race, Mr Bert Raddick, who is holding a responsible position, and has held it for several years. He is assistant manager of the Winchester Packing Co., located at Hutchin on. Mr. Raddick was born at Carrollton, Mo., twenty-nine years ago. He is an industrious young man, is giving his money, his a wife and children, is an honest, upright gentleman and his employees have implicit confidence in his integrity and ability. WICHITA. Mr. A. Paul, one of the old citizens of Wichita, has held a position in one of the leading barber shops for twenty-eight years. This is a record to be proud of. He is a man loved and liked by everybody and is doing fine. J. E. Lewis & Co. are conducting a successful second hand store and the business is growing rapidly. Mrs. G. G. Brown is clerk and bookkeeper for this department. Mrs. Ada Coulter, owner of the Victoria hotel, is doing a nice business and her house is crowded. The Fuller Flats, a prominent rooming house, is crowded most of the time. Mr. Charles Childs and his brother Frank are employed at the Jones motor car factory. Mr. Childs is a fine mechanic and can almost build an automobile. Mr. Philip Hyde, the carpet man, is one of the best in the country and has all the work he can do. We are proud to note the fact that ex-Lieutenant W. A. Bettis, late of the Twenty-third Kansas, who was appointed on the police force under present Mayor Bentley, in the detective department, and who was shot by a ruffian some months ago, is now able to be out on crutches. He is now holding the position of police clerk. Chief of Police Hayes and his fellow police officers are very kind and considerate to Mr. Bettis and sympathize with him in his present condition, and all hope for him a speedy recovery. Mr. Bettis is an active and progressive man and understands the legal phases and terms necessary to the position he now holds, and has made great improvement in that department since he took charge of the books. Mayor Bentley is to be congratulated upon doing the right thing by Lieut. Bettis after he had fallen a victim of an assassin's bullet. We hope to some day see Mayor Bentley in the gubernatorial chair defending the rights of mankind. We had the pleasure of visiting Mr. I. F. Sarver, sheriff of Sedgwick county, who is serving his first term and is a candidate for re-election. He is a staunch Republican and a leader of the party in that county. He is very popular among all classes, as he is a man who is fair and impartial, is positive in his dealings with his fellowman and whatever he says can be relied upon as the truth. His wife is one of the leading ladies of Sedgwick county and the state of Kansas and is a natural born politician and is doing much to bring the women to the front rank. She inherits her political proclivities from her father, who served that county as sheriff. Mr. Sarver is a Shawnee county boy and lived here most all his life. He was brought to Mission township, Shawnee county, and attended school at Washburn; also taught school in Mission township for a number of years. He is an upright Christian gentleman and an Ohioan by birth. He has no prejudice or hatred toward anyone. He has a colored man in his service Mr. Giles, whom he says is one of the best men in his service. Mr. Sarver will have no opposition at the primary, and it goes without saying that he will get the place. Mrs. Thomas Fine of Wichita has sold her restaurant and will visit in Colorado Springs this summer. She is recuperating after several years of hard work. Mr. and Mrs. Fine are among Wichita's best people. Mr. Fine is employed at one of the schools of the city. They own two or three good pieces of property. At Wichita we found the city growing. What is most needed is an undertaking establishment. A good undertaker and embalmer with capital and good sense should go to Wichita and make good. The Makin Eye Drug Company is doing fine under Mr. C. A. Morris, the owner, who feels gratified at the outlook for business. Mr. James Brown, our old fellow townman, is still with the company as druggist. We also met our old friend "Bally" Grimes, who sends his regards to friends in Topeka. Mr. Ben Gary is conducting a laundry and doing well at 1300 Washush. There is a splendid opportunity for a laundry to grow in Wichita. Mr. C. Nelson, the grocer, who has been in business for four years, is doing nicely. Dr. G. G. Brown is doing fine. Dr. A. K. Lawrence has bought a Ford auto and is doing nicely. Mr. P. G. Coleman is conducting a barber shop and pool room and is progressing nicely. Mrs. J. L. Harper, president of the Federation of Colored Women's Clubs and Noble Governess of the Household of Ruth, reports the Federation doing nicely and that they are making preparations for their meeting in June. Mrs. Harper is one of the foremost women of Kansas and does a great work along social and political lines in holding up the rights of her sex in the state and nation. She has a host of friends, and is very popular from the fact that she is calm and kind, and is also one of our most beautiful women. WINFIELD. We also visited Winfield and Arkansas City, and at Winfield was the guest of our old friend, Frank Montgomery, who is still in the employ of the Santa Fe. We found Mr. J. J. Cottom, the cement walk contractor, doing a good business. He is one of Winfield's foremost citizens, owns property and has accumulated money within the last few years. Mr. D. G. Palman, formerly of Springfield, is a successful farmer and stock raiser. He came to Winfield only a few years ago, and now farms 120 acres of land, raises a great deal of alfalfa, and has several cows, hogs and other stock and is doing a nice business. The colored people in general are doing nicely and everybody seems to be busy. There are few idle men around that burg. Mr. John W. Hunter, a shoemaker, is a thoroughbred business man and knows his business. He was born in Alabama, is a mathematician and scholar, and has just been granted a patent on a refrigerator service by means of which the consumers may save thousands of dollars. He made application for the patent in April, 1911. He has lived at Winfield for six years and is highly respected by both races and is succeeding. His books show that he did $1391 worth of business in 1915, with no machinery. He is a first class shoemaker and repairer and has all the work he can do at all times. Mr. Hunter is a widower and has two little boys who are attending school, and he dresses them for school so they look as though they had the care of a mother. He takes great pride in saying that the children have never been tardy once since they have been attending school. The members of the A. M. n. church have bought a corner lot and will move their building on it soon. They are holding entertainments in the basement. The edifice when completed will be a nice one. They will move the old building, refloor and recover it. They received $700 for the old lots and paid $300 for the new site. The officers now have over $700 in the bank to complete the church. The concreting and blocks will cost over $300, and a vestibule, raising the church and covering will cost a great deal more. They have made a loan of $600 to make this improvement. The membership is growing and it is wise and necessary to make the proper improvements at this time. Mr. George C. Mitchell, who is now connected with the Winfield Nursery Co., and who served eight years as deputy county treasurer, has announced himself as a candidate for treasurer, subject to the Republican primary in August. He is one of Cowley county's leading citizens and has lived in that county for seventeen years. We talked with a great many people in that county, and they say he will be nominated and elected without doubt. Mr. John G. Boyd of Winfield, Kau., is a candidate for sheriff of Cowley county. He is very popular among the voters and it is predicted that he will carry a large majority of the women's vote, as he is very popular among the women politicians. Mr. Boyd was born in the state of Oregon and came to Cowley county several years ago as a stock buyer, and he buys and ships stock for cattlemen. He is 38 years of age and an upright gentleman. On all our trips he is the first man we have run across who came from Oregon to Kansas. He is imbued with the western spirit and is a progressive man. WANTED—Men or women local agents to sell a town lot proposition on the monthly payment plan. In the heart of the oil fields our additions are being drilled by blocks. Purchasers get the benefit of the royalty while paying. Good proposition for colored ministers or school teachers to sell. For particulars address 331 Shukert Bldg., Kansas City, Mo. --- MRS. HENRIETTA MARTIN, fashionable dressmaker, 832 Kansas avenue, is conducting a class in this art every evening except Saturday. Mrs. Martin is a skilled artist, and a few lessons under her instruction will enable you to make your plain and fancy dresses cheap. For terms, etc., phone 1422. --- REAL COLORED PEOPLES HAIR NOW ON SALE! Have just received a lot of beautiful Braids of REAL HAIR and they are now on display at 1815 Van Buren Street.—Mrs. Alice Todd. 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