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协会 No. 24 TO Fever Heat In Mexico ess and Situation! natives Look Over the ight Future Ahead—Men words for Safety! Eighteenth Year. No.24 With Interest at Fever H The Business and Political Situ Plaindealer Representatives Lea Field and See a Bright Future and Measures Watchwords for The Business and Political Situation! Plaindealer Representatives Look Over the Field and See a Bright Future Ahead-Men and Measures Watchwords for Safety! fourteen years old he assisted his father in conducting the "underground railroad," and many a slave was helped to freedom through the efforts of Mr. Troutman, and to back up this statement we know a man in Topeka, now bent with the weight of years, who was aided by Mr. Troutman in those perilous days and he has never forgotten the kindness of Mr. Troutman. This is the kind of a man we need in office. Mr. W. T. Harwood has announced himself as a candidate for clerk of the district court of Douglas county. He is a young man whom his friends say deserves the office, which they say should be passed around, as the present incumbent has held it for two terms, and, while he is not a sound man, having but one leg, almost the same can be said of Mr. Harwood, who has a defective limb. He is a graduate of the K. U. law school and a taxpayer, and should be given recognition. He is one of the stalwart Republicans of that county, and says if elected he will only ask for two terms and will seek no sympathy from the fact that he is not a strong, able-bodied man. At present he is salesman for his father in a small country store, and also works on the farm. Mr. Harwood is an Ohioan by birth, but was reared in Douglas county. He is a married man, and as a poor boy has worked hard, not only to make of himself a better citizen, but to make the county a better place in which to live. The citizens of Douglas county are rallying to his support. FOR SHERIFF OF Mr. Ruck Woodward, one of the veterans of Douglas county, has announced himself as a candidate for sheriff, subject to the Republican primaries in August. He is one of the old war horses and fighting Republicans of Kansas and is one of the good citizens of Douglas 1890 county. He has a strong following, an no one ever doubts his sincerity, as he always does the proper thing to make a better community and better state. He was a fearless officer when sheriff and has brought many hardened criminals to justice. He knows no fear when it comes to performing his duty and has no favorites when it comes to law—all look alike to him. The Lawrence Democrat says: Mr. Woodward has been a resident of Douglas county sixty years and has held many places of trust in his own neighborhood and in the county. Wherever he has been placed he has always been faithful to the duties imposed upon him and has never faltered in his work. For four years he was sheriff of Douglas county and we have the first word of criticism from anyone as to his manner of doing his duty. HON. W. P. MONTGOMERY FOR COUNTY ATTORNEY Hon. W. P. Montgomery, a young stalwart Republican of Shawnee county, who is Kansas bred, Kansas fed and Kansas educated, has announced himself as a candidate for county attorney, subject to the Republican primaries next August. He was brought to Topeka by his parents when eight years of age and was educated in the Topeka schools and graduated from the A. high school here and the law department of Kansas University. He was connected with the law firm of Gloed, Wure & Gleed for a number of years. This firm has turned out more successful lawyers than any firm in the West. Mr. W. P. Montgomery's father, Mr. Frank C. Montgomery, was one of the most substantial Republicans in the West and his loyalty was never doubted. He was corresponding writer for the Kansas City Journal for a number of years and was the promoter of the old Kansas Boeze, of which he and Tom McNeal were owners. Young Montgomery is a man of great ability and his honesty and integrity can not be questioned. He is a loyal Republican and has been working in the harness for the party since before he was twenty-one years of age. He has gone over the state and made speeches for the party, and worked hard to perpetuate its name and bring success at every election. He is now assistant attorney general and has held this position for six years. He was admitted to the bar in 1907 and has made use of every minute of the time since. The duty assigned to him from that office has been the enforcement of different laws, and especially the prohibitory law, and his success has been wonderful along that line and has been the means driving wholesale and retail liquor dealers from the boundaries of Kansas. He was twice secretary to the speaker of the house and was there at the time the Jim Crow measure was introduced by prejudiced members, but through his activity they were defeated. He has also served the Kansas Day club as secretary for two years and in connection with that organization had much success. JOHN L. TROUTMAN FOR COUNTY COMMISSIONER It gives us pleasure to announce that Mr. John L. Troutman, veteran Republican and genial citizen, has consented to allow his name to go before the voters of the Third Cmmissioner district of Shawnee county as a candidate for commissioner. Mr. Troutman has served as committeeman in his precinct and has never committed a wrong knowingly against any man, political or otherwise. He is a Christian gentleman and believes in doing right at all times. He has been a staunch friend of the colored people all his life. When but Topeka MR. RUCK WOODWARD. TOPEKA, KANSAS, FRIDAY MORNING JUNE 23, 1916 This coming from one of the opposition should be a doubly forceful recommendation. There may be some who say two terms is enough for any county office, but we are of the opinion that real efficiency only comes with long and continuous service, and we believe the average taxpayer is more interested in having men in office who know their duty and perform the same, than party uplift without efficiency. Miss Estelle Northrup, who has announced herself as a candidate M. MISS ESTELLE NORTHRUP. for register of deeds of Douglas county, subject to the Republican primaries, has been assured by the many voters that they will support her for the nomination. It looks as though she will be nominated without a struggle. Miss Northrup has lived in Lawrence ever since she was a girl, is a graduate of the Lawrence high school, attended the University of Kansas for a time, graduated in the bookkeeping and business course at the Lawrence Business college, and took a course in stenography. Miss Northrup had six years of practical experience as book-keeper in various lines of business and made a notable record for accuracy. Miss Northsup is the daughter of an old soldier, and her father was a member of Washington post No. 12, G. A. R., at the time of his death. She is an active member of the Daughters of the American Revolution, and the designer of a Kansas State flag which was adopted at a recent meeting of the state society. Miss Northrup has paid for her own schooling and made her own way ever since she was grown up, and has a very wide list of enthusiastic Lawrence friends, which will be extended through the county as the campaign proceeds. We find special pleasure in announcing the name of Hon. Willis A. Buck, who seeks the Republican nomination for sheriff of Crawford county, subject to the primaries to be held August 1. In this man we have a staunch Republican, a man who believes every man, regardless of color or previous condition, is entitled to a square dea., and in case Mr. Buck is nominated and elected, Crawford county will be able to boast of one of the best sheriffs in the state of Kansas. He is a thrifty man, being a breeder of blooded stock, and having successfully managed his own ```markdown ``` HON. WILLIS A. BUCK, affairs, is in a position to look after the affairs of the sheriff's office. Plaindealer He possesses all the ability required to make an ideal officer, and we believe our people will do their part in securing for him the Republican nomination for the office he seeks. The Plandealer has in him a good friend, and we are also glad to say he is a friend to every colored person who tries to act right. In helping him we will be doing that which will help our race. Rev. J. A. Hamlett, editor of the Christian Index, of Jackson, Tenn., was in Topeka last week enroute to Galveston, Tex., on business for the paper. Mr. Hamlett is a young prince of the C. M. E. church, as a writer, preacher and business man. He has no superior in any denomination and is doing effective work for the upbuilding of the C. M. E. church, and is determined that graft, greed and unchristian acts be eliminated from among the members of the church, especially those who are filling the pulpits and leading the people. He will go to Chicago this fall and take a post-graduate course at Northwestern University. He is prepar- A REV. J. A. HAMLETT. ing, to do greater things and to meet all obstacles that may come before him. PLEASANTON, KAN. Mrs. Bertie Fine and son Jack went to Olathe Saturday to visit Mrs. Fine's uncle and aunt, Rev. and Mrs. Allen, and family, returning home Monday morning. Misses May and Nettie McNear came up from Fulton Saturday afternoon to visit friends and take part in the A. M. E. Sundayschool program. Miss Zenobia Handy of Butler, Mo., came over Saturday to visit friends. She returned home Sunday. Quite a crowd came down from LaCygne Saturday evening and took part in an entertainment at the A. M. E. church, which was enjoyed by all. Mrs. Mary Smith, who has been quite ill, is improving. Mrs. Cella Morton went to LaCygne Sunday to visit her daughter, Mrs. Fred Wilson. Mrs. Ella Fine, Misses Essie and Evangeline Lacey and Eva Morton went as delegates to Independence Sunday to attend the district conference. The A. M. E. Sunday school gave a Children's day program Sunday, which was quite a success. Mr. Ira Smith of the Topeka Plaindealer delivered a grand speech, which was enjoyed by all. Also, Rev. A. J. King, Robt. White and G. W. Arnold each made a few fine remarks. Mr. and Mrs. G. W. Arnold went to Ft. Scott Tuesday and visited until Thursday with their daughter, Mrs. Georgia Neaves. They were accompanied home by their grandson, Master Roy, who will visit a few days with grandpa and grandma. Mrs. Mary Greer, W. P. of Golden Sheaf Temple No. 17, has been chosen as grand treasurer of the St M. T. lodge of the State of Kansas, to fill out the unexpired term of Mrs. Julia C. McDonald. Done by order of the executive board. SARAH PARKS, G. P. ERNESTINE WRIGHT, G. S. Price $1.50 Per Year. Try Out the Situation! Visitor Pays date to Worth! to and Her People and the nt Accorded Delegates—Other rest to the Colored American! The Editor Pays Tribute to Worth! Tells of Chicago and Her People and the Royal Treatment Accorded Delegates-Other Items of Interest to the Colored American! Too much praise cannot be given the city of Chicago for the manner in which it entertained the delegates to the national convention. The Appomattox club, through the hospitality of the entertaining committee of Chicago, looked after the comfort of the colored guests and a banquet was served at the Elite cafe, and speeches were made by various delegates. Resolutions were passed and a committee appointed to meet the national committee to ask for the deduction of members of Congress and delegates to the convention if colored people were continued to be disfranchised. The Appomattox club has fine quarters in the 3400 block on Wabash avenue. They entertained on Saturday evening in honor of the guests, and over two hundred were present. On Sunday morning an automobile excursion was given and over one hundred visitors rode through the parks, boulevards and Michigan avenue, which was enjoyed by everyone. Much credit is due the Appomattox club, which is a political and social organization, and it has among its members some of the leading and best citizens of Chicago. They are men who are doing things and bringing things to pass for the race. While in Chicago we met our friends, Mr. and Mrs. Sherman Huff. Mr. Huff has been employed in the Pullman service over eighteen years and is one of the best men in the service. He is a Topeka young man, was born and reared here, and his mother and sister still live in this city. His father was a progressive man in his day and always handled a great deal of money, owned good property, and was one of the best hog raisers of his day. He died a few years ago and left his widow in good circumstances. Sherman, like his father, attends strictly to business and does not idle away his time. He was married to Mary V. Pride of Paxico. They have a beautifully furnished flat and are living as happily as two angels. 中 中 中 While in Chicago we were the guest of Mr. nd Mrs. J. H. Bowser, 3440 Wabash. They are among the most highly respected citizens of Chicago and have a host of friends. We certainly enjoyed their hospitality in company with our uncle, Jack Thompson of South Carolina, who thinks Mr. and Mrs. Bowser are the greatest people living. We are proud of the fact that the Hon. Oscar De Priest, who is a member of the city council of Chicago and has a host of friends, is doing much to help the race. He is also engaged in the real estate business and has all he can do. At Chicago we met Dr. James A. Page of Pittsburg, Pu., who is looking fine and says he is enjoying a lucrative practice. Mr. Roscoe Simmons, of Ohio, Mississippi, Washington and New York, had a private room in the Congress Hotel and was one of the managers of the Dupont boom for president. He is a young, scholarly and highly educated newspaper man and is very popular among the rich business men of the United States. He is one of the few colored men who can get the ear of the wealthy people and is doing effective work for the race. While in Chicago we saw a great many of our old Topeka friends, and all seem to be doing nicely. Among them were Mr. Wayman Williams, also Mr. James B. Williams, who is a registered pharmacist and is one of the best in the city. He resides at 4521 Evans and is a man everybody is proud of, as he is an upright Christian gentleman. He is employed in the postal department, for, although he is a registered pharmacist, he likes the clerkship much better, as there is always a demand for him. He is a married man and has a beautiful, intelligent young wife who makes life happy for him. They are saving their money and when old age comes they will have plenty to take care of them. We hope great things for them in the future. We met Mr. A. B. Henry, who is employed with a millionaire family. We also met Richard Gaines and Hatch Etherly, Wallace Scott and Miss Bettis Adams, who has a first class rooming house at 3340 Wabush avenue and is doing nicely. She was one of the best cateresses in Topeka and had all she could do while here. She is very popular and has many friends. We met Mr. and Mrs. S. McCarroll and took breakfast with them. Mr. McCarroll has a position with the Wels-Fargo Express company and Mrs. McCarroll is engaged in china painting and is receiving a good salary at one of the largest concerns in the city. Her work is beautiful and she is sought after by all people who want instruction. She is the head burnisher in this department. --- At Chicago we saw the great preparedness parade on June 3, and must say it was one of the greatest parades ever seen in the city. There were over a million people in the parade and everything moved along in apple pie order. They marched in platoons of fifteen and twenty people each. They began parading at 9:30 in the morning and were marching until 10 at night. Representatives of business houses marched in the morning, men connected with the fire department and mechanical trades in the afternoon, and the military department at night. The greatest feature about the parade were the Illinois naval cadets, and this was where color cut no figure for in the company were colored people interperped with the whites, wearing uniforms and carrying guns and marching with as much dignity as anyone else. This was certainly an object lesson to us and proved that there are some white people who try to be fair to colored people. These men were neatly dressed and had as much military bearing as anyone in the parade. Illinois pays for this school and colored men are attending it notwithstanding the great amount of prejudice. The next parade that drew our attention was that of the suffragettes. There were over five thousand women in line and the day was as bad as we have seen, as it rained in sheets, yet these women marched in the parade with their flags, cheering for their rights. There were colored women who were members of white organizations, and colored women to themselves. Any man who witnessed this parade could not be against woman suffrage and we are agreed that women are entitled to the right to vote, as they are the only ones to depend upon to make this country better. At the convention at Chicago we were very proud of young Robert Church, one of the foremost business men of Memphis, Tenn. The race is very proud of Mr. Church, as he is a young business man and was a delegate-at-large from Tennessee and stood up for his rights. They tried to make him an alternate and put some cheap white skate in as delegate, but he would not stand for it. Young Church stopped at the Palmer House, one of the big hotels of Chicago. We expect great things of him in the future. (Continued on page 4.) Progress of the Race in Our Sister State. L. When men are to be placed at the heads of our different organizations their fitness and general standing should be taken into consideration. Also, the policy of allowing "the office to seek the man" is not a bad one. When the local K. of P.'s of Okmulgee decided to ask that sterling citizen, Hon. J. B. Key, to stand for Grand Master of Exchequer of the organization of the state of Oklahoma they made no mistake, and his favorable decision to "run" for that office was hailed with delight by a large majority of the members of the state. So many of our race are always ready to inject sympathy into everything we do, regardless of the ability of the person we desire to help. The Negro race—in fact, America—has very few men who are able to boast of the showing made by Okmulgee's candidate, Mr. Key. Beginning life penniless, as well as friendless, by strict business methods, economical living and ever keeping in view the Golden Rule, "Do unto others as you would have them do unto you," he has amassed a fortune, and above all his earthly possessions he has made a name as a man that will live and will give hope to the boys if the race. He is uncompromisingly against wrong and is a living evidence of what pure living stands for, as he lives a pure life and God has blessed him. Mr. Key is capable of discharging the duties of any office that the people may thrust upon him, and in placing the mantle of Grand Master of Exchequer of NORBORNE, MO. P. L. Pratt, Grand Lecturer of Masons; A. A. Sanford, Bennie Moore and William Alexander of Carrollton, Mo., were up for a short visit Sunday afternoon. Mrs. Frank Walker underwent an operation for the removal of a growth from one of her eyes which has been giving her considerable trouble of late. The operation was successful and the eye seems to be improving rapidly. Misses Sophronia Marshall and Beatrice Byron visited in Carrollton recently. Mr. Richard Constant does not improve very rapidly. The operation was more serious than was at first expected. Earl A. Howe, teacher of Douglass school, and Maude F. Baker of Plattsburg, who taught the colored school at Hardin, were married in Kansas City May 31. The newlyweds have the best wishes of the community on their matrimonial journey. Wm. Martin' Jr., has returned from Atchison, Kan., where he has been employed as porter in a barber shop. He reports that he was well satisfied, but his mother could not stand for him to be away from home. Mrs. B. C. Crittenden of Hardin was here a few days to care for her grandchildren, while her daughter-in-law was recovering from the operation which she had performed. Mr. B. C. Crittenden was down from Hardin Saturday night, returning home Sunday morning. Children's day exercises at the A. M. E. church were attended by a large and appreciative audience and a neat sum was realized. Rev. Siler is planning for the first anniversary of the new church building, which will take place in July. The board of education re-elected Earl A. Howe as teacher of Douglas school, as he has given perfect satisfaction to that body as teacher for the last three years. "Clarence McCorkle, who has been working on a railroad extra gang, had the misfortune to sustain a badly sprained knee, which has confined him to his room since his return home on June 6. Alex Peeler, who has been working on the railroad, came in Saturday to be with his family, returning to his work Sunday evening. In rains so often that our "champion fisherman," George Jacobs, doesn't go as often as formerly. Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Thompson, who were recently married, will make their home in the best town on the map. Mrs. Josie Johnson of Brookeld, Mo., is here attending her sister, Mrs. Frank Walker. The closing exercises of Douglas school were held May 22. The first part of the program was given to a few of the school children, while the most important part was contributed by some of the students of Western University. The address by Prof. Williams was exceedingly THE FIRE DEPARTMENT The Plaindealer is pleased indeed to give to its readers the above cut, representing eight of the best brick buildings in Okmulgee, Okla. The building with Gothic posts is the one in which Mr. Key conducts his general merchandise store. The other seven buildings are rented by white people. Standing between the Gothic posts, in the front door, is Mr. J. B. Key. These magnificent buildings represent more than $125,000 and are located in the principal part of Okmulgee. Oklahoma upon his shoulders no mistake will be made. An individual whose life has been a failure and who is not able to successfully manage his own affairs, should not be trusted with the affairs of other people or organizations of the race. In this man we have an ideal citizen, one who measures up to every thing that goes to make a real man, hence we find pleasure in saying a word about this distinguished American. In the heart of Okmulgee, in the leading street, there are eight magnificent two story brick business houses, worth more than $125,000, owned by this man, all occupied by whites with the exception of the building in which he conducts a general merchandise store, carrying a large stock representing several thousand dollars, and which is patronized by both races. His home is an ideal one—in fact, one of the best owned by the race. The Key addition to the city of Okmulgee contains about twenty modern cottages, the occupants being white. We do not refer to Mr. Key's success for any other purpose than to let the membership throughout the state know the kind of a man who will, after the session that convenes at Okmulgee, be the Pythian standard bearer in the "land of promise." As the delegates will be entertained by the city of Okmulgee, they will be able to see that all we say about Mr. Key is correct and will be convinced that we have not said half we could and still be truthful. The Plaindealer is pleased in The building with Gothic posts is by white people. Standing between $125,000 and are located in the pr thoughtful and was highly appreciated by all. A man, wife and child were stranded in our city a few days ago. When the fact became known it was not long before we raised them enough money to continue them on their homeward journey, after having cared for them over night. Mr. and Mrs. Henry Peeler took them in. YALE, KAN. Mrs. Ella Maples and Mr. Geo. Baker still remain on the sick list. Mrs. Katherine Dewberry made a flying trip to Pittsburgh Tuesday and reported having a nice time. Messrs. Walter Moore, Jno. Harvey and Jno. Walker have been in Pittsburgh a couple of days attending the Chas. Crokett trial, who was injured in mine No. 17 of the Western Coal and Mining Co., a year ago. Mrs. Jesse Carmichael's house was struck by lightning Saturday night. Mrs. Howard and daughter made a trip to Radley Friday and returned Tuesday. They report having had a nice time. A GREAT RALLY IN CHICAGO. Chicago, Ill., June 19. To The Topeka Plaindealer: St. Mary A. M. E. church, 5253 Dearborn street, Chicago, rejoices with its matchless pastor, Dr. F. G. Snelson, F. R. G. L. Over $1250 collected in its jubilee rally, Sunday, June 18, 1916. W. A. DOTSON, Secretary. THE LIFE OF JOHN W. HARRIS HON. J. B. KEY, OKMULGEE, OKLA. One of the race's leading men. gas well were recently brought in a several other places owned by Mr. While in Mr. Key's place of business recently and going over his papers, we were surprised to find out that he had under his control more than 1,000 acres of oil land, and at present four wells are being bored and oil and gas are expected daily. This land is located in various parts of Oklahoma, and he refuses $5000 for his oil leases. This is the KEY'S BLOCK OF EIGHT BRICK deed to give to its readers the above is the one in which Mr. Key conducts in the Gothic posts, in the front door, principal part of Okmulgee. Mr. Key's place of business and going over his past is surprised to find out under his control more acres of oil land, and at wells are being bored gas are expected daily. His location in various Oklahoma, and he refuses oil leases. This is the kind of man we Knights of Pythia elect. The success is due largely to his excellent wife him through thick her Mr. Key girl. She has spent her side with Mr. lady we have an LOCK OF EIGHT BRICK BUILDINGS A into its readers the above cut, representing which Mr. Key conducts his general memoirs, in the front door, is Mr. J. B. K. of Okmulgee. While in Mr. Key's place of business recently and going over his papers, we were surprised to find out that he had under his control more than 1,000 acres of oil land, and at present four wells are being bored and oil and gas are expected daily. This land is located in various parts of Oklahoma, and he refuses $5000 for his oil leases. This is the kind of man we are asking the Knights of Pythias of Oklahoma to elect. The success of this good man is due largely to the co-operation of his excellent wife, who has stood by him through thick and thin, and to her Mr. Key gives all the credit. She has spent her life toiling side by side with Mr. key, and in this lady we have an ideal woman. KEY'S BLOCK OF EIGHT BRICK BUILDINGS AT OKMULGEE. BAUGHMAN'S NOTES. (By Theo. Baughman.) The Negro must get brick business buildings. Then open up creditable enterprises. The whisky-head Negro is not the type who represents the race. Wrong must be condemned regardless of who it is in. The Republican who ignores the announcement column of The Plain-dealer really doesn't appreciate the support of the Negro race. Negroes cannot get homes that are too nice. If you are compelled to rent, cut out living in "shacks." If the colored man spends all he gets in having a good time, he will certainly meet inconveniences a little later in life. Manifesting some interest in business matters is also essential to race building. The rent habit is one that our people must allow to fasten itself too tightly upon them. A homeless people are almost a cropless people. Therefore quit renting. Just as soon as you can arrange to buy a home, do so, and make the arrangements at once. This is not a bad doctrine for our ministers to hand out from the pulpit. Dr. H. T. Geeder, one of the popular physicians of Pittsburg, Kan., is not only a race lover that talks about race enterprise, but puts his money behind deserving Negro enterprise: He enjoys a nice A 100-barrel oil well and a large on his land. Drilling is going on at Key. kind of man we are asking the Knights of Pythias of Oklahoma to elect. The success of this good man is due largely to the co-operation of his excellent wife, who has stood by him through thick and thin, and to her Mr. Key gives all the credit. She has spent her life toiling side by side with Mr. Key, and in this lady we have an ideal woman. K BUILDINGS AT OKMULGEE. cut, representing eight of the best b is his general merchandise store. This is Mr. J. B. Key. These magnific practice, and helps the scribe both with his influence and money. practice, and helps the scribe both us have "Hughes and prosperity." with his influence and money. Among the new readers of The Plaindealer, who subscribed through the scribe while in Pittsburg, Kan., is that dashing widow, Mrs. Elza Goodwin. She said she wanted the paper to live, and decided that the best thing that would keep it going was money. Amen! Mr. A. H. Thomas, the practical shoemaker at Columbus, Kan., is enjoying a nice trade, his patron being among both races; in fact the best white people in that town encourage him. This man has followed his trade for 43 years and is a recognized workman. The scribe visited this man's place of business There is a Plaindealer friend at Pittsburg in the person of Mr. O. S. Stewart, who always meets your scribe with a smile and some money. This man has been a miner for years and is one of the best in the race. Cut out technical titles, fault-finding, etc., and help the colored business man to remedy the defects in his business. Too, let us use whatever influence we have in inducing members of the race to embark in some kind of business enterprise. Commercialism and religion should go hand-in-hand, so far as the colored man is concerned. We recently read where Supreme Court, touching the Galena separate school case, declared that "separate schools are unconstitutional." Amen! We trust that at any old time when one is being "put over" on us, enough back-bone will be manifested by our folks to put up a fight. No race of cowards will ever receive very much consideration. Flag day was observed June 14, and Old Glory fluttered to the breeze from many buildings. Teaching patriotism is all right, and we guess the colored man must --- look upon the stars and stripes, and love the flag, too; but sometimes, when we take into consideration the hardships that a part of the citizens of this country heap upon the colored brother, and our government, by its silence, seems to approve the actions of lynchers, etc., we think it right to hate the flag instead of loving it. We want the same protection that flag accords others, and anything less than that will make us question our patriotism toward the flag. See? Quite a few Southern colored educators are attending the summer schools in Kansas, enjoying the excellent educational advantages the Sunflower state affords. We can not blame them, as there is an entirely different atmosphere up in these parts that is foreign to the colored man in Dixie land; then, too, they are enabled to be under America's foremost white educators men and women of culture—who are only too glad to impart what they know to all men and women, regardless of race or previous condition. Who wouldn't live in dear old Kansas? * * The nomination of Hon. Charles Evans Hughes as the Republican candidate for president of the United States meets the approval of the colored wing of the Republican party, and he will receive an almost solid colored vote. The Negro's fidelity to the Republican party can not be questioned and he will now roll up his sleeves and do his part, even though he is not given the crumbs which fall from the table. The g. o. p.'s nominee is not only one of America's brainy men, but one whose heart is as big as all outdoors—a man in whom the colored man will find a friend. Let brick buildings in Okmulgee, Okla. The other seven buildings are rented. Recent buildings represent more than us have "Hughes and prosperity." Mr. A. H. Thomas, the practical shoemaker at Columbus, Kan., is enjoying a nice trade, his patrons being among both races; in fact the best white people in that town encourage him. This man has followed his trade for 43 years and is a recognized workman. The scribe visited this man's place of business and found him an interesting fellow. Mr. Thomas has the distinction of being the only colored man in business in the town of Columbus, having opened a business eight years ago. He is staying in business because he is delivering the goods. --- Prof. and Mrs. Wm. Lane, eminent educators of Oklahoma—Prof. Lane being a teacher in the Tulsa high school and his accomplished wife a member of the faculty of the Sand Spring school—are spending the summer at Pittsburg, Kan., where they are attending the Stata Normal. These excellent people are domiciled at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. John Bolden, 405 West Forrest street. In Prof. and Mrs. Lane we have people who are history makers. Prof. Hughes and his accomplished wife, of the Tulsa schools, are also summering in Pittsburg. The scribe recently met a supposedly staunch white Republican who said he didn't think it necessary to announce in The Plain-dealer, because the "colored folks were for him." This class of Republicans should not be encouraged by our people. A fellow who is so narrow, so cheap, that he ignores the announcement columns of the of- ficial organ of the colored wing of the Republican party should be very much left alone by our people. The time has come when the colored man must learn to "praise the bridge that carries him over safely." --- The notes we will attempt to write from now on will be full of pepper, and when we write up some fellow of our race who is doing something he is expected to do more than stand and grin, and say "God bless you!" Go down in your "jeans" and cough up a few dimes, as they are the motive power that keeps a paper like The Plaindealer going. VINITA, OKLA. Miss Clora Townsend passed through Thursday from Tulsa enroute to Joplin. Miss Martha Brown of Vicksburg, Miss., has been doing some active work in canvassing and appointing agents for ladies' toilet articles. A. Rider returned Saturday from the farm. Miss Alma Hill left for Dallas Sunday. Ed Lynch returned from Denver Saturday. Miss Bertha Buford is home from Fort Scott, where she spent the winter and spring with her aunt. Mrs. A. J. Holloway of Lenapah came over Wednesday and joined in the anniversary of Rev. J. W. Fagan. Rev. C. J. Jennings went to Bartlesville Saturday to hold his regular services. Rev. W. M. Thomas left for Big Creek Saturday. Mrs. Gray of Muskogee passed through Friday enroute from Burlington. Mrs. H. A. Ridgeway was visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. S. Adams, the latter part of the week. W. M. Barker is spending a few days in Fort Scott. Rev. A. E. Hubbard, presiding elder of the Fort Gibson district, left Wednesday for Wagoner and will attend the presiding elders' council at McAlester before returning. Mrs. Blakemore of Chetopa was enroute to Panther Creek Thursday. A. F. Venters left Thursday for unknown points. Miss Della Hill went to Coffeyville Friday. Mrs. Helene E. Smith of Chetopa was in the city Monday. George Adams of Welch was a visitor Tuesday. Willie Baker returned to Tulsa Tuesday. Miss Georgia Sudduth of Coweta is visiting relatives in the city. Frank Buffington moved Tuesday to points unknown. Mr. James Stroud of Centralla died June 12th, and was shipped to Cave Springs, Mo., to be interred. The body was accompanied by his son and his wife, and his daughter, Mrs. Reynolds. Moses Alberty was in from Centralla Wednesday. Mrs. Martin returned Tuesday from Bochito, where she has been visiting her parents. Ed Brown of Blue Jacket was in the city Tuesday enroute to Big Cabin. Rev. Williams returned to Muskogee Monday. Miss Susie Davis of Omaha is stopping in the city. Mrs. F. D. Martin of Blue Jacket was the guest of Mrs. Lillie Davis Tuesday. Rev. Blakemore of Chetopa was enroute home from Panther Creek Tuesday. Mrs. John Downing has been very sick for the past week, but is now rapidly recovering. F. D. Martin of Blue Jacket was in the city Friday. W. II. Venters and his force were in Muskogee Monday. Venters & Williams' place is having a new front put in of Carthage marble. Mrs. Whitmire has been suffering from throat trouble. Let us strive to become better citizens each day—live in such a way that the public will pattern by our example and be constrained to follow our precept. FT. HUACHUCA, ARIZ. To the Front, Tenth Cavalry! Sixty-three troopers of the Tenth cavalry left Ft. Huachuca, Aris, Friday, the 16th, to join the regiment in Mexico. Five nurses of the hospital corps were ordered to El Paso, Texas. --- Southern Col red Republicans a Zero! Once a Power in the National Republican Convention-A Drawback to the Race. Our visit to the national convention at Chicago has convinced us that the colored people have got to wake up along political lines. It is sad to say that after fifty years of freedom and the right to exercise the ballot, the colored people of America are going backward to such an alarming extent that their voice is not even heard in a national Republican convention. So far as the party is concerned, it has accorded the colored man all the rights and privileges in that party—to be a delegate and have a voice, the same rights that are given any other member of the party. It is the fault of the colored man in both the North and the South for this alarming retrogression in the Republican party. While he has always been counted upon to vote the Republican ticket, he has not kept pace nor studied the political problems that confront the party and the American people. He has almost eliminated himself by his nonactivity in studying out and looking ahead and providing for such methods that might confront him at these gatherings. They have been waiting until the last minute, then rushing to the conventions with nothing to back their cause but a lot of wind and noise. It is time that the colored men of the South were arousing to a sense of duty by taking hold of the political situation where they have great numbers and are the bulwark of the party. We are now through bragging about the intellectual and intelligent brave fighting colored Republicans of the South. They have now lowered themselves in the scale of dignity and pride and a large majority of them are now wandering in the wilderness seeking what is in sight only and looking for a few political jobs. The class of colored men who represent the Republican party and attend the conventions now are a disgrace to the men of thirty years ago, such as Small, Lynch, Cumming, Pinchback, Bruce and scores of others who were respected and stood high in the councils of the Republican party and whose advice was sought as often as that of any white delegate. They were called upon to second the nomination of the president, served on nomination and notification committees, and in fact were men who commanded respect, not only from their race, but from the white race as well. They held high positions in both this and foreign countries. --- It is a burning shame and disgrace to think of South Carolina, with eleven votes, seven of whom were colored, could not agree upon a colored man as national committeeman at a period when the colored man is actually needed in that place. The delegates were educated men—lawyers, doctors and business men—and yet when asked why they did not select a colored man as committeeman, they gave it out pointblank that a white man could do more for them than a colored man, and that they could not trust a colored man in that position. Yet a white man on the delegation nominated Major J. H. Fordham, a prominent lawyer of Orangeburg, S. C., for national committeeman. Mr. Fordham is a highly educated man, a staunch Republican and one of the strongest colored men of South Carolina and a leader of the race. The motion was seconded by Prof. James A. Briar of Greenville. Only three votes were given Mr. Fordham—those of Mr. Cochran, the man who nominated him; Mr. Briar, and his own vote. Joseph W. Tolbert of Greenwood, a white man, who was elected, has served on the committee for years, and when he has not served some other member of the family has for the last thirty years, and he has handled all the money and controlled the patronage, but has never done anything to advance the condition of the colored people of South Carolina nor the Republican party. Now, the time had arrived that there should be some other man elected who could give better service for the party and the race. The colored people of South Carolina, who are in a large majority and own millions of dollars worth of property and are becoming thoroughly educated, should at this late day have confidence enough in their own race to put some man forward for such a position, especially when they have to stand the brunt of the battle. In the early days there were thousands of colored lives sacrificed for the interests of the Republican party in order that future generations might enjoy the rights and benefits they died for. Although these men were for the most part uneducated, they were honest and brave and believed in doing things, not only for the betterment of the white man, but for their own race as well. Now come such men as Dr. J. H. Goodwin of Columbia, S. C.; Gibbs Mitchell of Charleston, W. S. Dixson of Barnwell, Dr. J. Levey of Florence and L. A. Hawkins of Columbia. These five colored men and J. Duncan Adams (white) of Charleston voted for Joseph W. Tolbert for committeeman. Had these colored men voted for Fordham he would be honored the committee and the entire colored race would have been benefited, and it would have been worth millions of dollars, not only in money, but in pride, and as an inspiration to the younger generation; but instead these would be intelligent colored men sacrificed the rights of the generations to come for selfish ambition. Now, what is to become of the race if men like this will not stand together. For God's sake, let the hard working, honest colored people of South Carolina get together and not be hoodwinked any longer by these howling dervishes, who do nothing more than make a lot of noise to get to the convention and there stand and wait to be bartered and sold for a mess of pottage. Georgia was equally as bad. Henry Lincoln Johnson, leader of the colored race of Georgia, and who recently retired as recorder of deeds at Washington, D. C.; and Judson Lyons, who was once register of the treasury, were in opposition to each other, fighting hard to put in a white man as national committeeman. Now, these two intelligent men, who pose as leaders of Georgia and have been accorded all the rights and privileges the party could give to men, acted like two old colored men in the dark ages of slavery, vieing with each other to see who would be the most popular among the white people of Georgia. Of the twelve delegates from Georgia, eight were colored men, and with such characters as Ben Davis, editor of the Atlanta Independent and a great leader of Odd Fellowship, and Henry Lincoln Johnson, they should have been able to win anything the colored people desired. But they were on their knees with a "Marse John skin back grin" and a "Lord give it to the white man if you can't give it to me" attitude. It is a shame and disgrace to have such men, who pretend to be leaders, go to an assembly like the convention at Chicago and there disgrace the colored race of this country. We are now through listening to the talk of the greatness of the Southern colored man and the great things he is doing. The only thing the colored men of the South ever learned was when they came North and West and lived among intelligent colored people, who possess the courage to carry out any proposition they might choose. The Southern Negro is a failure, when it comes to national organizations for the benefit of his race, and all great assemblies. He is there with a loud, roaring voice and a brainless and thoughtless head. He has succeeded in destroying the National Baptist convention, almost broke up the A. M. E. General Conference at Philadelphia, and has sold out his race at the National Republican Convention at Chicago, and God alone knows what he will do next. If they are to be the leaders and mold public sentiment for this race of ours, we are now hopelessly lost. Neither Alabama nor Arkansas had a delegate. Louisiana was divided and gave a half vote each. Our advice is that the young colored man in the South had better learn politics and how to be honest and thoughtful, and look way down the line and see what are his needs. The present leaders are fakes, a hindrance and a source of annoyance. 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. 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. LEAVENWORTH'TABO- RIANS HEAR SERMON On June 18 the Knights of Tabor met at one o'clock at Taborian hall in full regalia and marched to the Second Baptist church, of which Rev. J. D. Hunt is pastor, and formed a line. There they met the officers and daughters of Victoria Tabernacle No. 30, officers and daughters of Crystal Tabernacle No. 29, officers and daughters of the Palatium, and Tents of Victoria and Crystal Tabernacle. The officers and daughters of each tabernacle and tent marched through the line upstairs into the auditorium, where the annual sermon was preached by the Rev. J. D. Hunt at 2:30 o'clock. Sir John Wills and Sir John Taylor saw that each and everyone was properly seated. When all were seated the choir rendered a selection, "Yes, Jesus Loves Me, for the Bible Tells Me So." Then we had prayer by Rev. Hayes. The Sir Knights and Daughters obeyed the gavel of the D. D. G. M., Sir A. W. Hopkins, by standing and repeating after Rev. Hunt the 103th Psalm. Then Sir A. W. Hopkins made a short talk, saying there would be four endowments made after the preaching. After a selection by the choir we had prayer by Rev. Runyon. By this time the hour was growing late. Rev. Hunt ascended the rostrum and preached from the 60th chapter, 10th verse, of the Prophecy of Isaiah. From this text Rev. Hunt preached a good sermon and brought out some good thoughts. He asked the question: "Hoy many men and women have had their souls saved since the last annual sermon?" He also stated that the stars on some of our regalia had faded, but if we would live right we would receive a star and crown that would shine forever. He furthermore stated that the Knights and Daughters of Tabor was one of the best orders to be in; that we had taken in and paid out more money than any other organization elsewhere. He said that the total amount of money collected in this jurisdiction was $13,964.26, which was good; paid out to the sick, $211.20, and for burials $1750, which shows that we do take care of the sick and bury the dead. Grand total collected, $13,964.24; grand total paid out, $10,116.20. After the preaching was ended, cach and everyone obeyed the sound of the gavel by the D. D. G. M. by standing, which was followed by prayer by Rev. Runyon's son. The choir rendered a selection, "Praise Ye, O Lord." The D. D. G. M. arose and stated the next in order was collection, which was led out by the visiting friends first. The choir rendered some good music while the collection was being taken up. Next the gavel was sounded and the children put in their contribution. They were led by Dtr. Scott, Queen Mother of Victoria Tent, and Dtr. Taylor, Queen Mother of Crystal Tent. Next came the Daughters, who were led by Sir John Taylor, in order that everyone might be seated properly. The Knights came next, and were led by Sir Craig, and Sir Taylor saw to it that all were in their respective places. Next the officers of the Tabernacles and of the Palatium. The gavel was sounded, the officers and Knights were seated. Sir D. D. G. M. announced the collection, $24.19, thanked everyone, and stated that one-third would go to the church, one-third to the pastor, Rev. J. D. Hunt, and one-third to the Taborian Home in Topeka. The D. D. G. M. announced that the following endowments would be paid: The first called was Mrs. Bervada Washington, guardian of the two smaller children of the deceased Dtr. Duncan and Miss Mamie Johnson, oldest daughter of Dtr. Duncan. Dtr. Chavers, the C. P. of which Dtr. Duncan was a member, arose and made a short talk, stating that they were very sorry that they had been so long paying the endowments, but owing to the loss of the C. G. T. and a new one having just been appointed, Sir Jno. Burdette was the cause of the lateness, but it could not be helped. She also asked that Mrs. George Harrison and Mr. Shepherd come forward, who were outsiders, to count the money to prove to the public that we did pay $160 as endowment, as we promise to pay. They came and stated that $160 was there. Miss Johnson received $53.33 and Mrs. Washington, for the two smaller children, $106.67. The next called was Mr. McDonald,who received $160 for Dtr. Julia C. McDonald, his wife. D. D. G. M. then called for Mrs. Nellie Miles, daughter of deceased Dtr. Miles, who was a member of Victoria Tabernacle. Dtr. Anna Williams arose and made a short Pelletiers A great sale of men's and boys' furnishings —a sale of greatest importance to economical men, and to women who want to save on good dependable, serviceable furnishings for their fathers, husbands and sons. Manufacturers' and jobbers' overstocks of men's and boys' Summer furnishings are on sale in the Bargain Basement at lower-than-ever prices. There are a few 79c Shirts in the lot, but the majority of them are regular $1.00 values; of superior quality Madrases and percale in handsome striped patterns; choice of the soft and the laundered cuff styles, and plenty of all sizes—a great special under price-purchase of Men's Shirts, worth up to $1.00, on sale..... 43c A special lot of men's regular $1.00 and $1.50 Shirts, both the soft and the laundered cuff styles, in an excellent line of patterns and colors; plenty of all sizes from 14½ to 16¾—on sale 79c A great lot of Four-in-Hand Wash Ties; all widths and all colors—regular 10 and 15c $81/3c$ ones on special sale ..... 25c Cotton socks—2 pairs 25c Fast black, fine thread, closely knit cotton socks; full length, comfortable and very serviceable—all sizes on sale ..... 2 pairs 25c 50c union suits—38c Men's Summer weight knit Balbriggan Union Suits; the ankle length, short sleeve style; very cool and comfortable, and very serviceable; sizes 34 to 40—a jobber's over-stock of men's regular 50c Union Suits on sale ..... 38c 50c under garments—25c Men's Summer weight knit Undershirts and drawers; not all sizes, but rare bargains if the size you want is here—a number of small lots of men's regular 50c Under Garmerts, on sale each ..... 25c Men's full size, full weight Overalls of standard fast color blue denim—the very same Overalls for which most stores are getting $125 and some stores $1.50, here at Pelletier for... 95c THE STORE OF COURTESY AND SERVICE A great s boys' —a sale of greatest importance good dependable, serviceable fu facturers' and jobbers' overstock in the Bargain Basement at low MEN'S Up to $1.00 shirts----43c There are a few 79c Shirts in the majority of them are regular $1.00 va perior quality Madrases and percales in striped patterns; choice of the soft and dered cuff styles, and plenty of all special under price-purchase of Men's Shirts, worth up to $1.00, on sale... 25c fibre socks—3 pairs 59c Up to $1.50 shirts—79c A special lot of men's regular $1.00 Shirts, both the soft and the laundered in an excellent line of patterns and co- of all sizes from 14½ to 16½—on sale Wash ties—8 1-3c A great lot of Four-in-Hand Wash widths and all colors—regular 10 and 1 ones on special sale Cotton socks—2 pairs 25c Fast black, fine thread, closely knit full length, comfortable and very serv- able—all sizes on sale.....2 50c union suits—38c Men's Summer weight knit Balbrig Suits; the ankle length, short sleeve cool and comfortable, and very serv- ice 34 to 40—a jobber's over-stock of m regular 50c Union Suits on sale...... 50c under garments—25c Men's Summer weight knit Unders drawers; not all sizes, but rare barge size you want is here—a number of s men's regular 50c Under Garmerts, on sale each...... Overalls—95c Men's full size, full weight Overalls fast color blue denim—the very same which most stores are getting $1.25 an some stores $1.50, here at Pelletier's Bargain Basement—Pelletier's talk: Mr. Brewer, an outsider, was asked to come forward and count the money, which he did stating there was $320 to be paid to two parties. Mrs. Miles received $160 for Dtr. Miles, and $160 for Dtr. Lamb, who was sick and could not be present. Dtr. Williams stated that she and some others would go to her home and pay her $160 for Dtr. Marmaduke. After all was over the Rev. Hunt thanked the members of the lodge and friends for what was left in his trustees' hands or his church. The benediction was pronounced and the pianist played the march to go out. The day being a beautiful one, everything was carried out just as it should have been. Sir A. W. HOPKINS, D. D. G. M. Dtr. AMANDA BROOKS, Sec. NEWTON, KAN. The Knights of Tabor held their annual sermon last Sunday at the C. M. E. church, Rev. W. H. Cole officiating. There was a good crowd and the collection was $11. Mr. and Mrs. John Lacy and children, Lucile and Porter, are the guests of Mr. and Mrs. C. R. Ramey, Mr. Lacy is a nephew of Mr. Ramey and is an orange grower from Southern Florida. They may stay in Newton several weeks. Rev. C. A. Williams, pastor of the A. M. E. church at Wichita, preached the annual sermon for Rising Sun lodge No. 69, A. F. & A. M., Newton. Quite a crowd came over from Wichita to join in the march from the hall to the A. M. E. church. The sermon was well rendered and Rev. Williams received many compliments. The collection was $14. ENID. OKLA. A very nice program was rendered by the children of the A. M. E. church under the careful training of Mrs. Dr. Jones and Mrs. L. J. Johnson. In spite of the bad weather, which interfered with the practicing, the program was everything that was enjoyable. A musical entertainment given Tuesday night by Mrs. H. 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HOMEMADE PIES CAKES AND LUNCHES, ICE CREAM PARLOR Orders filled and deliverd on any occasion. Prompt delivery anywhere. Mr. Jefferson Lonian of Osawatomie came over Sunday to spend the day with relatives and friends. Misses Reng and Naomi Jefferson and Nona Reed went to Paola last Wednesday to attend the Sunday school convention. Mr. Armstrong is on the sick list. Mr. Armstrong's sister and nieces are down from Kansas City. GARNETT, KAN. SUCCESSORS TO THE HILLS DRY GOODS CO. BOYS' Bargain Basement—Pelletier's Children's day was observed at the Second Baptist church Sunday evening. Children's day will be celebrated at the A. M. E. church next Sunday at 7 o'clock. Mr. Dan Manley returned from Kansas City last Monday night. Miss Zola Manley went to Kansas City to attend the school exercises. KANSAS CITY REAL ESTATE FOR SALE. The best investment on earth is the earth itself. Look over these bargains. $100 or $200 laid down on these bargains will grow into $2000 or $3000 in eight or ten years, simply by renting the houses and letting the other fellow pay for it. 2425 Montgall, 6 room modern brick, very fine location. Price, $2,850; $350 down; $17 per month; now rented for $22.50 per month. 2313 Woodth, 8 room modern brick. Price, $2500; $200 down, $26 per month, no interest; now rented for $20 per month. 1820 E. Ninth, 4 room modern cottage. Price, $1600, easy terms. Several small farms near Kansas City will sell on easy terms. We have plenty of work for men and women. When you come to Kansas City come direct to our office and we will place you on a good job. AFRO-AMERICAN INVESTMENT & EMPLOYMENT CO. 1510 E. 18th St., Kansas City, Mo. Home 802 East. Bell 782 East. Coal, Wood and Ice PROMPT DELIVERY. L. LEWIS. 1149 Armstrong Ave., Kansas City Kansas. MRS. CHRISTINE LEWIS, 1149 Armstrong Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. When in Kansas City and you want to visit a good show, go to the Old Kentucky Theater, 1702 East Twelfth street. Henry Williams, Prop.—Adv. Furnished rooms with modern conveniences, 1316 Van Buren HON. A. W. LLOYD, GRAND CHANCELLOR MO K. OF P. The Man of the Hour—Visite the Lodges in Kansas City, Holding Elections—Royally Entertained by Evening Star Social Club. Kansas City, Mo., June 14, 1916. (Special to the Topeka Plaindealer)--Your correspondent, in an interview with Grand Chancellor A. W. Lloyd of the K. of P.s, who is here on his usual official visit to the eleven subordinate lodges of the Knights of Pythias, found that the conditions as stated by Sir Lloyd, on the whole, are very satisfactory. The reports of each lodge on this western trip, including Kansas City, show a marked improvement over any previous reports rendered during his tenure of office. Grand Chancellor Lloyd made the following statement regarding fraternal work and the dangers of the insurance companies to it: "One of the most dangerous foes of our fraternal organization is the sick and accident insurance companies of this country, which have assumed a competition that is really alarming in its proportions. They are making dangerous inroads upon our lodges in many localities, causing a number of our best men and Isaacs and Leo Jenkins. "It is up to us to meet this competition squarely and to increase our endeavors to place our lodges upon such a strong financial basis that we will be able to pay all sick and death claims promptly and thereby give better returns for the money invested in the order. We must meet this situation as a cold business proposition that will be as crushing as it will be effective." Sir Lloyd is lecturing to the lodges upon higher business attainments, urging them to apply better business methods in collecting monthly dues in order that they may avoid the unnecessary criticism which comes from delays, and to sea to it that their best men are placed on guard. "The launching of our lodges in the endowment, or insurance so-called, has opened up a new and large field and has brought them into direct competition with the insurance companies of the business world. All members of our organization should congratulate themselves upon the healthy assets, which amount to $40,061.69." Sir Lloyd has not much time for the social side of life, his work being so pressing, but to his delight and surprise the Evening Star Social club entertained very pleasantly for him Sunday afternoon, June 11. The luncheon was served at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Johnson, 1508 E. Eighteenth street. Mrs. Johnson is past grand lecturer of the Courts of the state and Mr. Johnson is chancellor commander of McKinley lodge No. 21, this city. All the dainties and delicacies of the season were served and in the grand style that this club knows so well how to serve. The guests were as follows: Hon. A. W. Lloyd, Mr. J. P. Maynard, P. G. C.; Mr. and Mrs. B. F. Wilson, Mr. and Mrs. F. L. Reina, Mr. and Mrs. C. L. Jackson, Mr. and Mrs. J. L. Tutt, Mr. and Mrs. B. F. Isaacs, Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Johnson, Misses Nannie and Rowena Isaacs, Dora Haywood, Bertha Holland, little Misses Anne Harriet Mr. Maynard was the master of ceremonies and the afternoon was spent in discussing current events. Hon. Lloyd expressed his appreciation and pleasure in being so royally entertained by this club and the many friends represented from Howard county, and all left feeling greatly benefited and declaring it one of the most enjoyable social affairs of the season. Mr. J. K. Duncan, candidate for county commissioner from the Third district, wants his friends to know he is in the race to win, but he has been close on account of the sick- to each cupful and accomplish as much as with a whole cupful of ordinary flour. The food valLe, purity and deliciousness of I-H Flour constitute Quality and Quality, combined with economy appeals to every thoughtful housewife. ness of, his daughter, who is in the hospital. He is now out looking up the voters. The Editor Pays Tribute to worth! (Continued from page 1.) Mr. Emmett J. Scott, secretary of Tuskegee Institute, was present at the convention in Chicago and was one of the advisers among the Republicans and was helping bring things to pass that would not only be a help to the Republicans but to the race as well. He is a young man and the race is proud of him because he is making good and is on the lookout for the furtherance of our interests. He stopped at the La Salle hotel, which is one of the leading hotels of Chicago. Among. the most popular Christian workers of Chicago are Mr. and Mrs. Robert Hooper. Mrs. Hooper is president of the National Baptist Training School of Chicago and is also state organizer of the different organizations of the Baptist churches and is doing a great work. --- Rev. W. D. Cook, pastor of the Bethel A. M. E. church, is doing a great work. He was presiding elder, but was appointed to fill the unexpired term on account of the death of the former pastor. On Sunday mornings his church is overcrowded so that they have to hold a meeting at the same time in the basement, which is conducted by the assistant pastor. Rev. Cook is a finely educated Christian gentleman, loved by his congregation. He has a daughter in Kansas City in charge of the Y. W. C. A. work and she is doing a great good. He has a fine wife and two other daughters who are pleasant ladies to meet. Rev. Cook will be appointed by the next conference to continue the work at Bethel church, as the congregation is with him and will insist that the bishop return him to that place. Rev. F. G. Snelson, pastor of St. Mary's A. M. E. church, 5251 Dearborn street, Chicago, is doing nicely. We met his bride, who is a very beautiful, industrious and intelligent lady and does much in assisting him in his work. We also met Rev. Snelson's mother-in-law, who is an upright Christian lady and has done much good for the upbuilding of her race. His little daughter Arnetta, by his former marriage, who is nine years old, is a very sweet little girl and is as bright and cheerful as the noonday sun. She is fine on recitations. When she is grown and educated she will be a power. We must say that in Chicago there is one man who is a leader of his people, and that is Rev. A. J. Cary, and he has proven this by the many good things he has done during the time he has lived in this city. He has succeeded in placing several men and women of the race in good paying positions, and positions that colored people never held before. He is holding a position as chief examiner of claims with a salary of $2400 a year, appointment made by the present Mayor Thompson, a big-hearted Christian gentleman who believes in all men up and none down, and that colored people are entitled to their share of patronage. He is not like the average white man, who will select a colored man as adviser or leader of the race, and then get the race to fighting among themselves so as to have an excuse that the race will have to get together before they can secure THE MAYOR OF NEW YORK I am Open for Business Night and Day. WeNEVER SLEEP. appointments or recognition. Mr. Thompson is not of this class, we are glad to say, and he has selected Rev. Cary as one of the leading colored men of Chicago, and through Rev. Cary there have been several appointments made that are paying large salaries which run up into thousands of dollars and go into the pockets of the race. Rev. Cary is now pastor of the Institutional church at 3825 Dearborn street. He has made great improvements on this church and has increased the membership to 500, and some of the largest meetings held in Chicago are at this church. They have a day nursery and everything in connection to be a benefit to the community in which it is located. Rev. Cary was pastor of Bethel church at one time, which is another leading church, and he reduced its debt from $16,000 to $3,000 in five years and added 100 members to the church. He was also pastor of Quinn Chapel, which church had a large indebtedness and he reduced it before he retired. He is a great church builder and it was through his influence and good work that these churches in Chicago are keeping their reputation and doing things. Rev. Cary is a great admirer of Mr. Thompson and was associated with him as alderman some eighteen years ago. He says the citizens of Chicago have never had a finer man for mayor than Mr. Thompson and he is proud of him and hopes some day to see him president of the United States, and that he expects to die in the harness working and fighting for this great disciple of human rights. He is also proud of Oscar De Priest, one of the best aldermen of the city of Chicago and who stands up for the upbuilding of that great city, and his advice in the council is always sought for. Rev. Cary takes great pride in saying that he not only assisted in nominating Oscar De Priest, but in electing him. The many friends of Rev. Cary say the race will stand behind him and there is no doubt that he will be able to do much more good than he is already doing. He was the first colored man the mayor appointed as censor of moving pictures, and he resigned that position to accept the position of examiner of claims. He was succeeded in the former position by Mr. Alonzo J. Bowling. The Preachers' Council of Chicago meets every Monday at the Institutional church, and it is here that all matters pertaining to the upbuilding of the race and the ad- vantage of the churches of Chicago are discussed. Mr. Wayman Williams, formerly one of Topeka's favorite sons and now a popular police officer of Chicago, and is wearing star-No. 1405 for district 3. He has been on the force five years and has made one of the finest officers in Chicago. He is married and has four children, three boys and a girl. His wife was Miss Carrie Fleming one of Topeka's popular young ladies. They own good property and move in the best circles of the city. Is what Mrs. Elizabeth Wilson, Leeseburg, Ohio, says when she found the length of one of her customer's hair to be nine (9) inches when it was only four and one-half inches six months ago. We visited Miss Ella Saxon at Lake Forest, Ill., where she is spending the summer with some millionaires. Miss Saxon is one of the finest housekeepers and cateresses in this country and has always held a position with some of the wealthiest and most distinguished people since she has been engaged in the catering business. She is a highly polished, beautiful and intelligent young lady, commands a high salary and is always in demand. She is well acquainted in Kansas, Texas and South Carolina, which is her birthplace, and she has many friends over the country who esteem her highly and wish her success. UPNorth are the Great Lakes Unordinary vacation resorts abound in this land of cool breezes, just to mention Charlevoix, South Haven, Deloskey, Mackinac, Harbor Springs, Bayview. near by too- nights ride from Kansas City to Chicago oneway to Great Lake regions over the Santa Fe-shortest and only double track line Low Excursion Fares Tickets on sale daily until Sep. 30. Final return limit Oct 31. Ask for particulars. T. L. KING, C. T. & P. A. PHONE 3082, TOPEKA, KS Santa Fe Our townsman, Mr. K. K. Pinkston, has asked Gov. Capper for permission to organize a company of recruits for service in case of war with Mexico. If the request is granted the enlistment will have to serve under white officers, and we do not believe that there is a colored man in Kansas who would stoop to such ignominy. We are men, and until we are respected as such our patriotism will be but a dim reflection. No white man is better than the men under him and if this spirit existed there would be a better army. But 99 out of every 100 officers has a swelled head—too big for his calibre. GUESTS AT HOTEL DALE. CAPE MAY, NEW JERSEY Miss V. C. Haley, St. Louis, Mo.; Prof. W. S. Scarborough, Wilberforce, Ohio; Mr. C. Thomas, Mr. and Mrs. Bagley, Mr. and Mrs. Aldrich, Mr. J. B. Johnson, Mrs. Arnette Brown, Mr. and Mrs. Camphor, Mrs. P. V. Baugh, Mrs. J. S. Jordan, Mrs. Geo. H. Monroe, Dr. V. P. Bailey, all of Philadelphia, Pa.; Jullen C. Reinceolf, New York, N. Y.; Miss Sadie T. Sumner, Miss Julian B. Powell, Miss Lillian B. Powell, Mrs. M. E. Gray, Miss Ethel C. Harris, Mr. Chas. F. Watkins, Mr. and Mrs. S. Brown, all of Washington, D. C.; Miss S. E. Johnson, South Bethlehem, Pa.; Miss Ethel Brown, Atlantic City, N. J. HUGHES.... FAIRBANKS Ratification Meeting Saturday Night, June 24 Topeka Auditorium! Governor Arthur Capper. Topeka, Ex-Gov. W. R. Stubbs, Lawrence, R. R. Brewster, Kansas City, Mo. Dean Whitehouse will render a concert on the big Pipe Organ at 7:00 o'clock. A good time awaits you at Wilson's Garden July 4. Miss Bertha Enichs spent one day last week in Kansas City. Mrs. Wm. Hamilton spent the week-end in Bisbee, Ariz. Miss Wilson says that there will be plenty of barbecued meats for all this time. Miss Mabel Duncan of Neosho Falls is the guest of Miss Ara Hawkins this week. Miss Bertha Enichs was hostess to a line party Tuesday afternoon at the Novelly theater. Miss Stella Huff left Tuesday evening for Manitou, Col., to spend the remainder of the summer. Mr. A. Carrington of Los Angeles, Cal., is visiting his uncle, Mr. J. H. B. Taylor, on College avenue. --- Mrs. Alice Todd delightfully entertained the Carnation Art club at her home on Van Buren 'street Wednesday afternoon. --- Mrs. Lula Delly, of the New Model cafe, left Tuesday for Omaha, Neb., to spend the week with her daughter, Mrs. Anna Bragg. Miss Viola Gentry, who is quite ill at Christ hospital, after having undergone an operation, is getting along as well as could be expected. Misses Mildred and Hazel Owens of Kansas City, daughters of Mr. and Mrs. Marquess Owens, are visiting their aunt, Mrs. C. D. Moss. Rev. T. W. Green, pastor of Brown chapel, is making great improvements on the church. He also has a nice home and a fine garden. ```markdown ``` Mrs. Dora Alexander entertained at a family dinner complimentary to her aunt and cousin, Mrs. Scott Smith and daughter, of Denver., Col. --- Mrs. Clay Odell entertained at dinner complimentary to her sister. Mrs. Beesie Bell of Chicago, and Mrs. Mamie Thompson of Fort Wayne, Ind. ```markdown ``` Mr. Huntley Mack was called to Hutchinson on account of the illness of his mother, Mrs. Maria Frazier, returning Monday, leaving her much improved. --- 6-ROOM HOUSE FOR SALE—1 lot, 25 foot; good cistern water, large barn, grape arbor, at 1120 Everette ave., Kansas City, Kan. Price $15,000. Cash or on payments. ```markdown ``` Mrs. S. F. Malone, city welfare worker, was in Kansas City last Saturday placing a girl baby in a home. She spent three days there looking after the interests of a young girl. --- Mr. G. A. White, traveling salesman for the Overton Hygienic Mfg. Co., and a resident of Kansas City, was a pleasant caller at this office yesterday and paid his subscription. ```markdown ``` Mr. Grant Bradshaw left last Friday in the Pullman service on a private car of the Santa Fe and will be absent for a few days. He is one of Topeka's prosperous and intelligent young men. 图 1-1 FOR RENT—3 rooms, with large reception hall, newly papered downstairs, with front and back porch; per month, $8; no small children; at 1120 Everette ave. Kansas City, Kan. jun23-2wks 图 Miss Ida Taylor has returned from Parsons, where she went as a delegate to the federation. On her way home she stopped over at Junction City and spent a few days the guest of Miss Rosellia Earp. --- Mrs. R. S. Sims returned Sunday from St. Joseph, Mo., where she visited her mother and other relatives. She and her daughter, Miss Vivian, expect to leave soon for California, where they will spend the summer. ```markdown ``` Mrs. Mamie Thompson of Fort Wayne, Ind., formerly Miss Mamie Davis, whose parents were, old residents of this city, is the guest of Mrs. Hester Hardeman, on Jackson street. She is corresponding secretary of the Baptist District Missionary society. Mrs. Thompson will leave for her home next Tuesday. Follow the crowd and go to Wilson's Garden July 4th. Mrs. J. M. Ferguson, wife of the popular grocer at Fifteenth and Quincy, has gone to San Marco, Cal., where she will remain for a year for the benefit of her health. We hope for her a pleasant trip and that she will return fully recovered. Mrs. Nick Chiles was taken to Stormont hospital last Friday to recuperate. She has been very sick and Dr. O. A. Taylor, the attending physician, thought it best to have her taken where she could have proper treatment. At this time she is much better. --- Mrs. David Beard entertained a number of friends Friday complimentary to Mrs. Leonard Bell. The out of town guests were Miss Minnie Duncan of Neosho Falls, Kan.; Mrs. Strong of Leavenworth, Mrs. Thompson of Fort Wayne, Ind., and Mrs. Leonard Bell of Chicago. 图 1-1-1 Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Gordon are the proud parents of a twelve-pound baby girl, born last Saturday at their home, 1408 Washington, whom they have named Elizabeth Ann. The grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. C. D. Moss, are quite happy. The older son, Merritt, aged 2, is still boss of the house, however. --- Miss Lutie Lytle entertained twenty of her friends in honor of her ninth birthday, Monday afternoon, June 19, at her home, 1719 Harrison street, from three to five. She received several nice presents. Ice cream, cake and punch were served, after which the guests departed declaring Miss Lutie an ideal hostess. ```markdown ``` Mrs. S. A. E. Moore of Carbondale has been in the city several days at the bedside of her daughter, Mrs. Edward Montgomery, who has been quite ill. Upon the advice of her physician, Dr. Jamison, Mrs. Montgomery has been taken to the home of her parents in Carbondale for special care. --- The Senior Literary club of the Calvary Presbyterian church, was entertained by Mrs. T. Reaves on Monday evening of this week. After the regular routine of business was over refreshments were served. A vote of thanks was returned to the hostess. The club adjourned to meet Monday evening, July 3. Wm. Queenery, Pres.; Lillian Queenery, Sec. --- Mrs. Mabel Holman Bradshaw returned home from Kansas City last week. She has been absent from Topeka two years. She took a course of oratory at one of the best schools in Kansas City. Mrs. Bradshaw is a fine orator, is highly educated, and we expect to hear much of her in the future. Her husband, Mr. Grant Bradhsaw, is one of Topeka's industrious young men and an employee of the Santa Fe. --- Those who attended the session of the State Federation of Colored Women's Clubs, at Parsons, Kan., June 14 and 15, were: Mrs. A. R. Jackson, Mrs. Charles Slaughter, Mrs. E. E. Hickerson, Mrs. P. Tolbert, Mrs. E. Draine, Mrs. J. E. White, Mrs. M. S. Graham, Mrs. A. G. McGill, Mrs. J. W. Washington, Mrs. Parker Weddington, Misses Izene Smith, Ida Taylor, Alice James and Louise Dupree. ```markdown ``` The Knights and Daughters of Tabor held their annual services at the Second Baptist church last Sunday and about one thousand turned out to hear the sermon, which was preached by Rev. C. G. Fishback. Rev. Frank Wilson, C. G. M., presided. The parade was headed by the Knights of Tabor band in their beautiful uniforms, followed by the Pallatium Guards and Knights, who marched to the avenue and Third to Quincy. The order is growing stronger every day. The citizens of Pierce's addition met May 29 and organized a club known as Pierce's Addition Good Fellows' Charity Club. The following officers were elected: Mr. Frank Beach, chairman; Mr. Richard Slaughter, secretary; Mr. E. W. Woods, vice president; Mr. D. C. Clark, assistant secretary; Mr. J. W. Finney, treasurer; Mr. D. Clark Chatman, sergeant-at-arms; Mr. A. Goodwin, assistant. The Good Fellows met June 16, at which time the by-laws and constitution were read and new members were taken in; The meeting was pleasant and everybody departed happy. The members of the club voted to meet at the Pierce school house June 27. Everybody welcome to the Good Fellows' Charity club. WILSON'S SUMMER GARDEN A Cool, Beautiful Place, with Swings, Teter Boards, Rustic Benches, Tables for Basket Lunches and Pavilion with Piano. Two (2) Blocks South and One (1) Block East of End of Cemetery Car Line. Terms Reasonable. Phone 1778 N 1. Ogcal Wilson, Manager. Extra Special Offer A a box of straightning oil FREE with every straightning comb...Price... $1.00 All kinds of hair goods for sale cheap. MRS, A. C. McCLELLAND TODO, Phone 2457 White. 1315 VanBuren St. gifts for their prompt and faithful services. The club held its annual picnic June 16th at Wilson's Garden. Mrs. Kuykendall and Mrs. Wilson were the recipients of gifts from the club. Officers—Mrs. Kuykendall, president; Mrs. Taylor, vice president; Mrs. Evans, secretary; Mrs. Gurton, treasurer; Mrs. Alexander, reporter; Mrs. Peak, chaplain. for city ition WHY? You hold the tenant Wiring for Electricity --you reduce after expenses to walls and decorations,you overcome dissatisfaction in general. s this added con- returns will soon final cost. nation engineers to prepare to obligation on your part. ne 4080. a Edison Co. Give your tenants this added convenience. The returns will soon pay for the original cost. Call our expert illumination engineers to prepare you an estimate. No obligation on your part. Telephone 4080. Cook to Serve Persuade Your Cook to Serve Banquet Ham For Your Breakfast are mild, sweet and delicious; red blood and hard muscles, by the appetite and nurlsh the Made in Topeka by . Wolff Packing Co. They are mild, sweet and delicious; make red blood and hard muscles, satisfy the appetite and nurish the brain. Made in Topeka by Chas. Wolff, Packing Co. Phone 1778 N 1. Mrs. Ogeal Smith and daughter, after a few weeks' visit, left Wednesday for Denver, Col. --- WANTED—A good Dress Maker at once. Address Mrs. C. Ridley, 156 1/4 N. Santa Fe, Salina, Kansas. This is a steady job for a good, intelligent woman. Answer at once if you mean business. ```markdown ``` A jolly crowd of young people spent Wednesday evening with Miss Estola Jones, complimentary to Miss Anna Alford, one of the 1916 graduates of the Topeka high school. A dainty repast was served and the departing guests declared Miss Jones an ideal hostess. --- Mrs. John Rhodes and daughter, Miss Pearl, entertained at a delicious course dinner Sunday afternoon complimentary to Bandmaster Dorsey Rhodes and wife of New York and Miss Myrtle Hurst of Wichita. The following guests were present: Mr. and Mrs. Dorsey Rhodes, Misses Myrtle Hurst, Minnie Jones, Alice Hunter and Ruth Shuck; Mesdames John Brown, G. K. Williams of Kansas City, and Messrs. Harry Abbott, Richardson, Earl Rhodes and Dr. J. L. Ran- --- Mrs. Nellie Smith was hostess to the East Hill Art and Social club May 31st. That being the last meeting of the season, the secretary and treasurer made their final reports, as follows: Beginning September 23, 1915: Money collected, $25.60; paid out for charity, $11.60; money paid out, $20.90; balance in treasury, $4.70. Mrs. Kuykendall, the president, presented the secretary, Mrs. Evans, and the treasurer, Mrs. Gurton, with It's a business proposition for all property owners to see that their tenants are using ELECTRICITY..... 808 Kansas Ave. Topeka, Kas. Go to Wilson's Garden to celebrate July 4. Spend the day and meet your friends. Mr. H. I. Monroe, deputy county assessor, returned Wednesday from Chicago, where he went to answer the summons of the death of his brother, Patrick Monroe, who was killed last Saturday at 11:30 p. m. He was porter in one of the leading buffets in the stockyards district. Hold-up men came in and shot the manager, and it is thought that a stray bullet struck Mr. Monroe, causing his death. This place had been held up three times and the parties who were supposed to have done the killing were under a $35,000 bond, and in order to save themselves they had to kill the prosecuting witnesses. Mr. Monroe was 41 years of age and was an industrious young man. He had no family, but leaves a brother and sisters who reside in Kansas. Burial was made in Chicago. STATE FEDERATION NOTES. Kansas State Federation of Colored Women's Clubs Holds Grand Session at Parsons High School. Art Work Valued at $8,000—Char- ity Gets $1380.04. The Kansas State Federation of Colored Women's Clubs has just closed its sixteenth annual session, at Parsons, Mrs. J. L. Harper, president. It was a grand, peaceful, interesting, helpful and educational affair. Every delegate returned home with something of interest for her club and community. The attendance was not as large as usual because of the high water. The art work displayed was one of the most interesting things there, the beauty and magnificence of which I am unable to describe. I am sure no one was disappointed in the showing her work made. Prices of pieces on exhibition ranged from 10 cents to $175. This shows us that Kansas women are not standing still, but are keeping up with their motto, "Rowing, Not Drifting." One has only to gaze upon the work to know and feel this feeling of pride and uplift which permeates one's soul. The ladies who kindly consented to act as judges—Mrs. Carter of Chicago, Miss Dora Johnson of Ohio and Mrs. Atkinson (white) of Parsons—found great difficulty in deciding which should have first mention. Topeka and Kansas City were tied on the proposition. The judges were unable to tell which should have first mention, so put both in the "A" class. Work of the Topeka clubs represented $2,207.07; that of the Kansas City clubs, $2,072.10. Atchison came next. A pair of knitted portieres and the hand-painted china from Kansas City were highly commended by the judges. Many pieces of embroidery and crochet work were pronounced perfect. The program was an exceptionally good one. The welcome address by Rev. T. W. Green, Jr., in behalf of the ministers, and Mrs. A. H. Diggs in behalf of the clubs were gems of literary genius. Both were well delivered and one could not but feel the warmness of the welcome stealing into her heart as she heard. The response by Mrs. Jacobs of Kansas City was very good. To say that the delegates were royally entertained is putting it lightly. We can not say how royally we were entertained, but just ask anyone who was there and she will say, "Parsons is all right," and the expression of her face will tell you that she means what she says. BOLEY, OKLA. For Sale—160 Acres. I have for sale 160 acres of good farm land in the Olton-Drumwright oil district. Will sell reasonable it taken at once. If you have cash or its equivalent address G. W. HARRISON. ARE YOU HUNGRY? If so, go to the Buffalo Cafeteria, 544 State street, Kansas City, Kan. Bell phone W. 3710. Cigars, ice cream and regular dinner every day from 11 till 2. Wm J. Lee, Proprietor—Adv. Porter M. Clark GALENA, KAN., The Undertaker Funerals carefully looked after. Calls answered day or night. I guarantee to please, both in price and service. See me for anything along my line. The meals were all one could wish, and more, too. The people of Parsons certainly know how to entertain. Not satisfied with giving us all we could eat, the arranged a very excellent literary and musical program that could not be beaten. Visitors—Visitors at the meeting were Mrs. Boardman, president of Parsons City Federation (white), who spoke to the federation on "Efficiency." Her talk was very well received. Mrs. Carter of Chicago, Ill., was a very pleasing visitor and brought greetings from the Northwestern Federation. Miss Dora Johnson of Ohio gave the federation a rare treat by rendering several of her most excellent readings. Prof. Carter, principal of Topeka In 'ustrial and Educational Institute, spent a few moments with the federation. He gave a very nice tall, and invited the federation to meet with him next time. The federation appreciates his kindness and will meet with him some of these times. Mrs. Atkinson (white) of Parsons was also a pleasant visitor. Her talk was very nice and also very interesting because she gave some advice which was needed. Charity Gets $1,362.53—Charity is one of the things which the federation pays special attention to. This shows that the colored women of Kansas are seeing to it that the poor and needy are being cared for, $1,362.53 having been spent for charity outside of the personal services of individual members. A scholarship fund of $200 has been created for the use of some worthy person in securing an education. Civics-That the women of Kansas are going to make themselves felt as a political factor is shown by their activity just initiated in seeing to it that we as a race get justice. In Parsons, as in many other cities of Kansas, colored people are not permitted to attend the "nickel shows. Now, there is a law written in the statute books of Kansas which says that discrimination shall not be made on account of race, color or previous condition of servitude, chapter 49, section 1, passed April 25, 1874. A committee from the State Federation waited upon the assistant county attorney, Mr. C. J. Taylor, to call his attention to this violation. He was very courteous to the committee and sent a letter to the federation stating that he would look the matter up. The election of officers was carried out without friction, and the following were elected; Mrs. J. L. Harper, president; Mrs. W. W. Shobe, first vice president; Mrs. E. K. Bowers, corresponding secretary; Miss Bessie Bell, recording secretary; Mrs. Carrie Davis, treasurer. The federation adjourned to meet at Hutchinson next June. LOUISE M. DUPREE, Reporter to Topeka Plaindealer. PHYSICIANS AND SURGEONS DR. J. M. JAMISON—327 Madison St. Special disease. Phone 905. DR. J. LOUIS RANSOM, Physician and Surgeon, 409 Kansas Ave. Phone 4265. ...Office Hours: 9:30 to 12 a.m. ...8 to 5:00 p.m.; 7:30 to 9:00 every ing. Sundays by request. OFFICE HOURS: 9 a.m. to 12 m. 2 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. 7 p.m. to 8:36 p.m. sunday by Appointment DR. M. L. ROSS, Physician and Surgeon, Calls Answered at Night. Office Kansas Ave.—Tl. 3097. Rm. 3097 Monroe St.—Tel. 3097 R. R. Office hours: 8:30 to 10:30; 2 to 5 DR. THADDEUS P. MANNIE, Physician and Surgeon, Phone 3834. 832 Kansas Ave. Residence: 1028 Buchanan St. Residence Phonc: 3036 R. L. Tul. 774 Ban.-774 Mint. OLIVER A. TAYLOR, M. R. 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Meadow Candy Butter CONTINENTAL CREAMERY COMPANY, TOPEKA, KANS. JACKSONVILLE, ILL. Dunn was bought by Mr. Cupio Mr. and Mrs. Homer Uptegrow of New Berlin, Ill., spent Saturday here the guests of Miss Lillie Moore of Goltra avenue. Miss Ardellar McGerry and Mrs. Molly Meadows of Louisiana, Mo., spent a few hours here on the 18th. While here they were the guests of Miss Lillie Moore of Goltra avenue. Rev. B. F. Wallace of Palestine, Texas, ably preached June 18 at Mt. Emery Baptist church. The Domestic Social Science club met June 16 with Mrs. M. J. Mallory at the residence of Mrs. P. Moore. Ed Davis of Pittsfield, Ill., was a recent guest of his brother, Mr. W. Davis. Mr. Forrest Harris of this city and Miss Anna Robinson of Chicago were married June 14 by Justice Dyer. Mr. Harris is an industrious man, employed at Vanrier's store. They will reside here. Mr. Wesley Davis has opened a barter shop at the corner of Anna and W. West streets. The funeral services of Mr. Tom Woodson were held June 14 at the Christian church. Rev. Hancock officiated. He was assisted by Revs. Carter and Mackay. The flowers were many and beautiful. Interment was in East cemetery. The second hand store of Mr., F. Kansas City rides in the State of Kansas, on the Kansas City and Leavenworth, Kansas. This picturesque country. It takes you diary at Lansing, Kansas, the National park, and both the Federal and Military night sight-seeing places. hour on the even hour from 6 a. m. Kansas City at 11:30 p. m. except Saturday o'clock midnight. hour on the half from 6:30 Sunday and Sunday nights the last car Western Railway Co. Sweetness, Madam and to convince you of the low-Gold Butter. Try it. Bring into hundreds of thou- the country. city, fine-flavored Gold Butter d. Meadow-Gold Butter for butters. You will find it using it regularly that when you want it and you reasonable price. Made only and us your order to-day. COMPANY, TOPEKA, KANS. Dunn was bought by Mr. Cupid Mosely and son Alzona. Funeral services were held June 13 for Sandford Sutton at the Christian church. Rev. Hancock officiated. He was assisted by Revs. DeWitt and Carter and Dr. Scruggs. Music was by the church choir. Mr. S. Nicholas rendered an excellent vocal solo, "Watch, Therefore for Ye Know Not What Hour the Lord Cometh." Miss A. Johnson read the obituary. Flowers were in charge of Mrs. C. Hall, Mrs. M. Reed and Misses Florence Johnson, L. Sallee and Daisy Holt. LAWRENCE, KAN. Mrs. M. Rogers delightfully entertained the Whatsoever club June 14 at her home, Eleventh and Alabama. At the adjournment of the meeting a delicious two-course luncheon was served. Mr. and Mrs. Harry Brown of Miltonvale, Kan., spent several days in Lawrence, guests of their parents. Mr. Nick Chiles, editor of the Topeka Plaindealer, spent the weekend in Lawrence on business. Miss Helen Clark and Mr. Russell La May spent a few hours in Kansas City on the 15th. Mr. Earl Danforth of Topeka spent June 18 in Lawrence, the guest of Miss Ruth Clarke. Mr. and Mrs. Wilbur Stone street of Topeka are visiting their parents here, Mr. and Mrs. N. Ilenson. Mr. Nick Allen has beautifully remodeled his place of business at 800 East Ninth street, having added a cool summer ice cream parlor, and desires the patronage of all good citizens and friends. Prof. and Mrs. Joe Bowler of Wichita, Kan., have returned to their home after visiting their sister, Mrs. Lee Mason, and Mr. Mason, and Mrs. W. C. Brown and Mr. Brown. The tennis courts have opened up for the season and many of the young people spend their evenings in the refreshing manner of playing tennis. Mr. Columbus Hagan of Topeka spent June 18 here the guest of Miss Belle Thomas. Miss Loretta Thomas will spend July 4 in Kansas City visiting relatives. Misses Helen and Ruth Clark will spend July 4 in Kansas City, Kan. Misses Esterine Copeland and Margarete Abbott and Mr. Elmo Copeland will spend July 4 in Topeka. Miss Cordelia Baker will leave soon for St. Louls, Mo., where she will spend the remainder of the summer. FORT SCOTT, KAN. The Knights and Daughters of Tabor held their annual Thanksgiving sermon Sunday afternoon, June 18, at the M. E. church. The sermon was largely attended. Rev. Frank Beatty preached the sermon. Several delegates of Wayman chapel, A. M. E. church left Monday, June 19, to attend the Sunday school convention which met in Independence, Kan. Miss Corrine Knight, who is attending the Pittsburg State Normal, came home Friday evening to visit her parents over Sunday. She was accompanied by Miss Elsie Haley, and they returned to school Monday morning. Miss Myrtle Terry left last week for Oakland, Cal., to be the guest of Rev. and Mrs. J. M. Brown. Mrs. Frances Owens of Omaha, Neb., is the guest of Mrs. W. L. McLemore, 124 North Washington street. For the C. M. E. Sunday school, the Green side will give a lawn social at the home of Mrs. Houston Brown, 1407 Oak street, Friday evening, June 23; Miss Ora Elliston, captain. The Pink side will give an entertainment at the home of Mrs. Rosa Simmons Tuesday evening; Miss Ada Pitts, captain. The deacon board of Shiloh Baptist church gave a patriotic entertainment Friday evening at Taborian hall. The principal feature of the evening was the one who held the lucky ticket and was awarded eighty little chickens. Mr. Joe Johnson of Chanute held the lucky ticket and was awarded the prize. Miss Zola Cullum gave a moonlight picnic Thursday evening, June 10, at Gunn park. A jolly crowd of thirteen was present. An elaborate supper was served in the pavilion. At a late hour all returned home announcing a dandy good time. Mrs. Will Morton and Mrs. A. Cullum chaperoned the crowd. Hev. H. H. Jones left Monday afternoon, June 19, to attend the district conference and Sunday school convention at Independence, Kan. Mrs. Nettle Seymour and son Paul have arrived home to spend their summer vacation. WEIR CITY, KAN. The stewardess board of Ward's chapel, A. M. E. church, gave an entertainment last Friday night at Ward's hall. The Knights and Daughters of Tabor held their annual service at St. John's Baptist church June 18, Rev. J. W. Johnson, pastor of Ward's chapel, A. M. E. church, officiating. He delivered an excellent sermon. Teachers' meeting Tuesday night at the A. M. E. church. Mrs. Chrysolia Wright is a recent visitor in the city with her mother, Mrs. S. Christian. Mrs. L. W. Stewart was recently called to the bedside of her father, in Paola, Kan. Mr. John W. Young, Miss Gertrude Dillard and Rev. J. W. Johnson were delegates to the Sunday school convention at Independence, Kan. Mrs. Gertrude Stewart is on the sick list. Rev. F. II. Prentice went to Cherokee on business Sunday. Rev. W. M. Watkins preached at the A. M. E. church in Cherokee last Sunday. The B. W. club of the A. M. E. church was entertained by Miss Mabel Watkins Wednesday evening at her home. The stewardess board met at the home of Mrs. P. B. Goodin Friday at 10 o'clock. "Wedding bells are ringing." JUNCTION CITY, KAN. Rev. J. A. Broadnax attended the Sunday school convention at Pnola, Kan. He carried excellent reports, and returned with the same of the convention. Mrs. Minnie Champ and little daughter Annette of Kansas City, Kan., and Mrs. Mamie Smith of Manhattan, Kan., were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Emmerson Seabron last Sunday. Rev. J. A. Broadnax assisted Rev. Hickman with services at the Second Baptist church Sunday afternoon, June 18. Their rally was a financial success. Mrs. Bessie Reed and Mrs. Frances Baker have succeeded in raising funds enough to tastily paper and paint the A. M. E. church. Rev. Broadnax is highly elated over the improvements made here this year and highly appreciates all members' co-operation. Mrs. Emma Dade, as district stewardess, attended the Sunday school convention at Paola. Miss Rosella Earp and Miss Beulah Falls were delegates of the Ladies' Progressive Reading and Art club to the State Federation of Colored Women's Clubs, which met last week in Parsons. Both reported the meeting one of renown. Miss Josephine Smith and Miss Ruth Williams are doing excellent literary work at the Second Baptist church. They have now a splendid literary society, worthy of commendation. Oliver-Harden Nuptials. One of the prettiest as well as one of the simplest of home weddings occurred Wednesday morning, June 7, at 9:30 o'clock, at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. L. W. Harden, when their daughter, Carrie B., became the bride of Mr. Samuel D. Oliver of St. Louis, Mo. (First Published in The Topeka Plaindealer June 2, 1916.) LEGAL NOTICE. 16 All Whom It May Concern: You are hereby notified that a petition was filed on May 27, 1916, and is now on file in the office of the County Clerk of Shawnee County, Kansas, directed to the Board of County Commissioners of said county, praying said Board to make its order vacating the addition to the City of Topeka known as Jones Place Addition, a part of the Northwest quarter of Section 23 Township 11, Range 16, described more particularly as follows: Lots number 521, 523, 525, 527, 529; 531; 533, 535, 537, 539, 541, 543, 545; 547, 549; 551 on Seward avenue and Lots number 521, 522, 523, 524, 525, 526, 527, 528, 529, 530, 531, 532, 533, 534, 535, 536, 537, 538, 539, 540, 541, 542, 543, 544, 545, 546, 547, 548, 549, 550, 551, 552, 553 on Third Street and lots number 521, 522, 523, 524, 525, 526, 527, 528, 529, 530, 531, 532, 533, 534, 535, 537, 538, 539, 540, 541, 542, 543, 544, 545, 546, 547, 548, 549, 550, 551, 552, 553, 554 on Fantine street, and lots 534, 536, 538, 540, 542, 544, 546, 543, 526, 538, 540, 542, 544, 546, 548, 550, 552, 554, 566 on Crane street all of said lots in Jones Place Addition. Also the alley running east and west between Seward avenue and Third street and between Jones street and Golden Road and the alley between Third street and Fantine street and between Jones street and Golden Road and the alley between Fantine and Crane street and between Jones street and Golden Road. Also that Third street between Jones street and Golden Road and Fantine street between Jones street and Golden Road. All of the lots, streets and alleys as above set forth, and all described on the Plat of said Jones Place Addition on nile in the office of the Register of Deeds of said Shawnee County. Said petition will be presented to said Board for a hearing thereon at its office in the Court House in the City of Topeka on the 23d day of June, 1916 at 10 o'clock a.m. of said day, or as soon thereafter as the same can be heard. All persons interested are hereby given notice to appear before the Board on the 23d day of June, 1916, and be heard on said petition. Dated at Topeka, Kansas, this 27 day of May A. D., 1916 G. H. JENSON, Attorney for Petitioner PAOLA, KAN. The district conference, Sunday school convention and Allen Christian Endeavor league of the Topeks district of the A. M. E. church, met here June 13, 14 and 15, with Rev. H. W. King as presiding officer. Mayor E. J. Sheldon delivered the address of welcome, which was very ably responded to by Dr. Roscoe Henderson of Lawrence. This was one of the greatest sessions in the history of the church. Much enthusiasm was manifested and the discussions very heated. Misses Alice Wilholte and Ida Brown and Mr. Frank Brown received diplomas at the county graduating exercises, which were held at the court house last Thursday. Free! Free! Free! Catalogue of the Latest Styles of THE MAGIC SHAMPOO DRIER AND HAIR STRAIGHTENER MAILED ANY WHERE IN U.S. $100 POSTAGE PAID SEND MONEY BY POST OFFICE HONEY ORDER Address all letters to Mask Shampoo Drier Co. Minneapolis, Minn. not to individuals. 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Boost For— Coleman's Smoke House NEWS STAND, BARBER SHOP, and POCKET BILLIARDS Headquarters for Walters, Pullman Porters and Automobile Chanfseurs. Oppgsite Court House. 633 N. Main St. Phone Mkt. 1094 WICHITA, KANSAS. (First published in the Topeka Plaindealer, Friday, June 16, 1916.) In the District Court of Shawnee County, Kansas: Harry Sanderson, Plaintiff, vs. Onolie Sanderson, Defendant, Case No. 30,233. PUBLICATION NOTICE. The State of Kansas to the Defendant, Onolie Sanderson, Greeting: You are hereby notified that you have been sued by the plaintiff above named in the above entitled cause; that petition in said suit was on the 13th day of June, 1916, filed in the office of the Clerk of the District Court of Shawnee County, Kansas, and that unless you answer said petition on or before the 3rd day of August, 1916, the allegations contained in said petition will be taken as true and judgment rendered against you accordingly. JAMISON & JAMISON, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Attest: C. W. Bower, Clerk. By Margaret A. Schmidt, Deputy. (Seal.) WANTED TO KNOW, the whereabouts of my brother, Thomas Glaspy, who when last heard of was at Nodena, Ark., Mississippi country; also my sister, Victoria Yar- --- borough, 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. CARROLLTON, MO. The delegates from the Baptist Sunday school convention in Chillicothe, Mo., returned home Saturday morning after spending a pleasant and profitable week's work. Mr. Ed Kinslow does not improve very rapidly. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Tinsley left Friday morning for Minneapolis, Minn., where they expect to make their future home. Mrs. Ida Schweich of Columbia, formerly of this place, is here visiting relatives and friends. Mrs. Benora Highsmith is improving. Mr. Matt Parker spent Sunday in Kansas City and while there he went to hear Billy Sunday preach. Mrs. Sallie Hudson spent Sunday in Kansas City, Mo. Mr. Jeff Williams of Kansas City spent Sunday here visiting relatives and shaking hands with friends. Mrs. Clara Calimese spent Sunday in Brunswick. Miss Lucy Walker and Miss Lacy of Lexington are visiting Mrs. Mary Ann Smith, on South Ely street. *Rev. L. W. Harris went to Moberly Monday evening. Mrs. Carrie Doxey is not improving very rapidly. Miss Alleen Martin of Excelsior Springs is visiting relatives and friends in and around Carrollton. The members of the Virginia Street Baptist church are anticipating a great rally the first Sunday in July. Clubs in the various wards are busy night and day working up enthusiasm for the coming event. The annual sermon of the International Order of Twelve, Knights and Daughters, Maids and Pages at the Virginia Street Baptist church was preached by Rev. J. R. Carter of the A. M. E. church. A very large audience was present. Mrs. J. R. Carter returned home Monday night from Ludlow, where she has been visiting relatives and friends. Mr. Harold Williams and Mr. Percy Jackson were autoing Sunday afternoon. A Good Bargain! I will sell my stock of groceries to some colored person. A good location and good trade. Reason for selling, to take up a position. For full particulars, write L. M. MARTIN, 502 W. Lincoln Ave., Carrollton, Mo. ```markdown ``` Mme. Beard's Mme. Beard's WONDERFUL HAIR GROWER It removes dandruff and stops itching of the scalp, and takes the kink out and makes the hair grow long, soft and beautiful. ST. JOSEPH, :: MISSOUR 50c Per Box Agents Wanted. SIR FRANK WILSON, C. G. M., 1114 Buchanan Street, Topeka Kansas. DT. EMMA GAINES, C. G. 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Arcanum Temple No. 1—Meets first Thursday in each month, at Sixteenth and Cummings. Sir A. M. Harrold, D. G. M.; res., Apt. 1, The Nathan, cor. Willis Ave. Light of the West Palatium No. 1—Meets second Tuesday night. Sir C. B. Kitchen, P. P., 2614 North Seventeenth street. Queen Lizzie Tabernacle No. 89—Meets third Thursday afternoon. Dtr. Hattie Kitchen, H. P., 2614 North Seventeenth St. Golden Sheaf Tabernacle No. 94—Meets first and third Thursdays. Dtr. Lenora Gray, H. P., 1211 Missouri Ave. St. Maria Tabernacle No. 42—Meets second and fourth Thursdays. Dtr. Effie Saddler, H. P., 2606 Dodge St. Golden Rule Tabernacle No. 35—Meets first and third Thursdays at Labor Temple. Dr. Ida Riddles, H. P., cor Twenty-fifth and R Sts, south side. Amelia Llevels 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 Ava. Humphrey Temple No. 6, 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. COFFETVILLE, KAN. The report of Charity Rose Tab- ornacle No. 24: Sheetings every first and third Wednesday at 2:30 o'clock, at Morris' hall. All visitors are welcome. DT. M. V. FITZ, H. P., DT. ETHEL WARREN, Reporter. TABORIAN BOSTER FOR DEST. NO. 14, TOPEKA, KAN. Sir Wm. Buffington, D. D. G. M., 1047 College Ave. Macedonia Tabernacle No. 93 Meets first and third Thursdays. Mrs. Emma Blackwell, H. P., 926 North Topeka avenue. Pearly Rose Tabernacle No. 77—Meets first and third Wedensdays. Mrs. Anna Williams, H. P., 1157 Lane street. Clinging Rose Tabernacle No. 27—Meets second and fourth Fridays. Mrs. N. Buffington, H. P., 1047 College avenue. Golden Eagle Tabernacle No. 31—Meets first and third Wednesdays. Miss Mamie Spradley, H. P., 1438 Lane street. Magdalene Tabernacle No. —Meets second and fourth Thursdays. Mrs. Frances Hardiman, H. P., 1801 South Kansas avenue. Palatium No. 3—Meets second Thursday evening. Sir R. Taylor, Ch. Prince, Golden avenue. Pride of Topeka Temple No. 16—Meets second and fourth Fridays. Sir Wm. Buffington, C. M., 1047 College avenue. (Tiha roster will be completed in next issue.) PARSONS, KAN. Mrs. J. Henderson left Saturday night for Kansas City, Mo., to spend a few days with relatives and friends. Mrs. Isaac Feygans and niece went to Kansas City Sunday morning. Mrs. A. D. Hickerson spent a day in Iola last week. Mrs. Dave Williams and two children of Erie spent last week with her sister, Mrs. A. H. Morton, and attended the Federation. Messrs. Fred Williams and Richard Noble and Miss Octavia McGee gave a farewell party at the home of Mrs. Hendon for Miss Lena Thurston. All present report a very nice time. Miss Lena Thurston left Wednesday morning for Omaha, Neb., to make her future home. Mrs. L. S. Smith of Great Bend, Kan., spent a few days with her sister, Mrs. W. E. Allen. Mrs. Smith is one of the members of the executive board who were here attending the Federation. Mr. James Burke is on the sick list. A large crowd from Parsons went to Coffeyville Sunday to hear the annual sermon for the Sir Knights. Mrs. Esther Whittaker and Miss Beatrice Whittaker spent a few days with their brother and wife, Mr. and Mrs. W. G. Whittaker, and attended the Federation. Visitors' from several parts of the state were in Parsons visiting relatives and friends and attending the Federation. The State Federation of Women's Clubs, which met here on the 14th and 15th of June, had on display some of the most beautiful work ever brought to the city. The young men of the Parsons Tennis club invite you to be present at their first tournament, to be held on July 4, at Twenty-second and Corning. Mr. H. R. Bradley went to Kansas City Saturday night, where on Wednesday, June 21, he was married to Miss Belle Scott of that city. Mrs. A. H. Morton is looking forward to a visit from her brother and wife, Mr. and Mrs. G. S. Montgomery of Detroit, Mich. Profs. Watson and Hawkins of Fort Scott were Parsons visitors last week. FERGUSON, OKLA. Miss Beatrice Miller of Wichita, Kan. who has been visiting Mrs. Mattle Rouce and Miss Margaret M. Winlock of this place, returned to her home Sunday., the 18th. Miss Miller spent a delightful two weeks in the homes of the above mentioned and her return home was regretted by her many friends whom she met and made while here. We are sorry she could not remain longer. Clara Kuykendall, daughter Ruth and Miss Hattie Robinson of Wichita, Kan., who spent two weeks visiting their parents and friends here, have returned to their home in Wichita. Mrs. Sim Younger and son Douglas, who are now in Oklahoma taking care of their harvest, visited in the homes of Mrs. M. J. Rouce, postmistress here, and her sister, Miss M. M. Winlock. They have returned to their farm a few miles from Ferguson. The farmers around here are having to pick their chance for harvesting between rains, as we are having so much rain it makes it pretty hard to harvest, but we trust they will complete their work without losing very much of their wheat. Mrs. Wm. Brooks of Brooksville, Okla., who visited her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Caleb Barnes, and Mr. and Mrs. J. S. McKnight of Ferguson, has returned to her home at Brooksville. Mrs. Brooks, who is a bride of six or eight months, is a very smart young woman and is one of the teachers at Brooksville. Her mother, Mrs. E. 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Morrow preached a soul stirring sermon Sunday morning at 11 o'clock to a crowded house. Mrs. Morrow left last Tuesday for Cherryvale, where she will spend a few days with her sister, Mrs. Smith. Mrs. Lucas and Mrs. M. E. Carter left Tuesday for Parsons to attend the State Federation of Colored Women's clubs. The Sewing Circle met at the home of Mrs. Elle Jobe. The afternoon was spent in sewing and attending to other business. Mrs. Mayme Elllot has returned home from Oklahoma, where she has been for the past nine months teaching music. The surprise party given by the ladies of St. John Baptist church last Monday night on Rev. and Mrs. C. P. Morrow was largely attended. They were presented with a number of useful articles. The ladies' bazar will begin Wednesday morning at the St. John Baptist church, lasting three days. A beautiful quilt is to be given away on the last day. 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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 HODGINS. PROBATE JUDGE. I hereby announce my candidacy for the office of Probate Judge of Shawnee county, subject to the Republican primaries August 1st. RALPH H. GAW. Mr. and Mrs. Voter:—I want your support and vote and will appreciate it. I will devote all my best energy to give Shawnee County one of the best Sheriffs she ever had. —JIM WILSON. I hereby announce my candidacy for the office of Marshal of the Court of Topeka; subject to the will of the Republican voters at the primaries in August. COUNTY ASSESSOR. I hereby announce my candidacy for County Assessor, subject to the Shawnee County Republican primaries, August I, 1916. F. C. BOWEN. 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. 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. J. K. DUNCAN. COUNTY COMMISSIONER. I wish to announce myself a candidate for the nomination for county commissioner, subject to the action of the Republican voters at the primary. F. E. NIPPS. I hereby announce my candidacy for county commissioner for the Third district of Shawnee county, subject to the Republican primary in August. I solicit the support of every voter and pledge the people intelligent, efficient and faithful service and an economical administration if elected. HENRY W. McAFEE. I wish to announce myself as a candidate for the nomination for county commissioner from the Third district, subject to the action of the Republican voters at the primary. ED BUCKMAN. COUNTY ASSESSOR I desire to announce my candidacy for re-election to the office of county assessor, subject to the action of the Republican voters at the primary. S. H. HAYNES. STATE SENATOR. I hereby announce my candidacy TAKES THE KINKS OUT PLOUGH'S Hair Dressing Does the Trick Every Time! 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I desire to announce my candidacy for the office of Representative for the 34th district, Shawnee county, Second, Third, and Fourth wards of the city of Topeka, subject to Republican primaries. W. A. S. BIRD. FOR REPRESENTATIVE. I wish to announce my candidacy for the nomination for Representative for the Thirty-fourth district, subject to the will of the Republican voters at the primary August 1. C. B. HYPES. I wish to announce my candidacy for the office of county attorney, subject to the Republican voters at the primaries. I hereby announce my candidacy for the office of county commissioner. Third district, subject to the will of the voters at the Republican primary August 1. JOHN L. TROUTMAN. LYON COUNTY. DISTRICT JUDGE I desire to announce myself as a candidate for the nomination for the office of district judge of Lyon county. DENNIS MADDEN. COWLEY COUNTY. 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I hereby announce my candidacy for the nomination on the Republican ticket for the office of county attorney, subject to the primary election. JOHN J. RILING. FOR SHERIFF I wish to announce myself as a candidate for the nomination for sheriff, subject to the action of the Republican voters at the primary. C. M. FISHER. OTIS L. BENTON at the Primaries Republican candidate for Congress, Sixth District. STATE SENATOR I desire to announce myself as a candidate for State Senator, subject to the Republican voters at the primaries. REGISTER OF DEEDS. I hereby desire to announce my candidacy for the office of register of deeds of Douglas county, subject to the Republican primary Aug. 1. ESTELLE NORTHRUP. I desire to announce myself as a candidate for sheriff of Douglas county, subject to the action of the Republican voters at the primary. RUCK WOODWARD. I wish to announce myself a candidate for the nomination for county clerk, subject to the will of the Republican voters at the primary election. ALLEN COUNTY. CLERK OF DISTRICT COURT. I hereby announce my candidacy for the office of clerk of the district court, subject to the action of the Republican voters at the primary. JUDGE. I wish to announce myself as a candidate for judge of the 37th judicial district, subject to the will of the Republican voters at the primaries. ANDERSON COUNTY. COUNTY CLERK. I wish to announce myself a candidate for the nomination for County Clerk; subject to the action of the Republican voters at the August primaries. C. B. SPRADLIN. WYANDOTTE COUNTY. SHERIFF. I hereby announce myself as a candidate for the Republican nomination for sheriff of Wyandotte county. Primaries August 1, 1916. A. G. (BEETT) COOKE I desire to announce myself as a candidate for Judge of the District Court, Fifth judicial district, on the Republican ticket. DENNIS MADDEN. We are authorized to announce Mr. Don H. Elleman as a candidate for county attorney of Cherokee county on the Republican ticket, to be voted for at the primaries August 1, 1916. We are authorized to announce Hon. E. F. Porter as a candidate for the Republican nomination for re-election as state senator from the Ninth district of Kansas, to be voted for at the coming primaries, August 1, 1916. He solicits your support. FOR STATE SENATOR. Ninth District. We are authorized to announce Mr. J. A. Gibson as a candidate for the Republican nomination as senator from the Ninth district of Kansas, to be voted on at the coming primaries, August 1, 1918. PROBATE JUDGE. I hereby announce my candidacy for Probate Judge of Cherokee County; subject to the Republican voters at the August primaries. J. H. ELLIS. I wish to announce my candidacy for the office of Sheriff of Douglas County; subject to action of the Republican primaries in August. WILL JOHNS. CLERK DISTRICT COURT. I wish to announce myself as a candidate for Clerk of the District Court of Cherokee County; subject to the wish of the Republican voters at the primaries August 1. CRAWFORD COUNTY. FOR SHERIFF. We are authorized to announce Mr. Willis A. Buck as a candidate for the Republican nomination for sheriff of Crawford county, to be voted for at the primaries August 1. He solicits the support of all. Vote for CLYDE MILLER, Republican candidate for Congress, Fourth District. U.S. GUYER Republican Candidate for CONGRESS Second Dist. -BACK TO- Protection and Prosperity (Advertisement.) At the Primaries Remember COL.ED.C. LITTLE Republican Candidate for CONGRESS Second Dist. (Advertisement.) OKMULGEE AND CREEK COUNTIES JOINT NORMAL Okmulgee, Oklahoma, July 5 to June 1, 1916. Come to Okmulgee for Normal work of the highest grade. Instructions—Normal and Acad- emic—in all branches. Entertainment the best. Homes many and now ready. Special work in Manual Training in our large and well fitted shop. 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This good man has turned this place over to his wife and has, in connection with Mr. Clarence Scales and Mr. Ed King, opened a magnificent two-story brick hotel opposite the Missouri Pacific depot, 112 East Eleventh street. There are twelve modern rooms, strictly first class, and the dining department will not be overlooked, as the best of everything will be served. This is filling a long felt want, and Mr. Brown and his co-workers must be commended for their forethought in giving the race one of the best hotels for the race in Kansas. At the opening last week, a large crowd of the best people were out. Payne's Military band discoursed excellent music, and good talks, etc., were features. As these men have branched out along this line, more of us should embark along other lines. When we say Mr. Brown is manager, 'nuff said. (First Published in the Topeka Plaindealer, May 19, 1916..) In the District Court of Shaw- nee County and State of Kansas. Julia A. Shaw, Plaintiff, vs. No. 30135. William J. W. Shaw, Defendant. State of Kansas to William J. W. Shaw, you are hereby notified that Julia A. Shaw, on the 28th day of April, 1916, sued you for a divorce in the district court of Shawnee County, Kansas, abandonment, neglect of duty and extreme cruelty. Unless you answer on or before the 30th day of June, 1916, the allegations of said petition will be taken as true and judgment taken against you divorcing you and said plaintiff. JULIA A. SHAW, Plaintiff, H. W. EULEL, Attorney. (Attest) C. W. Bower, Clerk; by Margaret A. Schmitt, Deputy. (First Published in The Topeka Plaindealer May 19, 1916.) IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF SHAWNEE COUNTY, KAN. H. Mack and P. Mack, Plaintiffs, vs. No. 30114. Maria Radford Frazier, and Charles Frazier, her husband; Henry R. Radford, Jr., and Belle Radford, his wife; Agnes Palmer, and Palmer, her husband; George Clark; and Mary Radford; and the unknown heirs of Henry Radford, deceased, if they or any of them be living, and the unknown heirs, devisees, legatees, administrators, executors, successors and assigns, if they or either of them be dead, Defendants. PUBLICATION NOTICE. The State of Kansas, to Mary Radford, and the unknown heirs of Henry Radford, deceased, if they or any of them be living, and the unknown heirs, devisees, legatees, administrators, executors, successors and assigns, if they or any of them be dead, Defendants in the above entitled cause: Notice is hereby given you and each of you that suit has been filed in the District Court of Shawnee County, Kansas, against you and each of you quieting title in the plaintiffs, to the following described land lying and situated in Shawnee County, Kansas, to-wit: Lot numbered two hundred and forty-five (245) and the South two (2) feet of lot numbered two hundred and forty-three (243) on Lime street in the City of Topeka. That petition in said suit was on the 17th day of April, 1916, filed in the office of the Clerk of the District Court of Shawnee County, Kansas. And that unless you answer said petition on or before the 30th day of June, 1916, the allegations contained in said petition will be taken as true, and judgment rendered against you according to the prayer therein contained. JAMISON & JAMISON, Attorneys for Plaintiffs. (Attent) C. W. Bower, Clerk; by Margaret A. Schmitt, Deputy. LANGSTON, OKLA. Mrs. S. M. Reed, who has been visiting in Oskaloosa, Kan., the past two weeks, is not the least tired of the Sunflower state and is not planning a route home as yet. Prof. Wm. Parson is with us again after spending a week at the sanitarium in Guthrie. The vesper services that are held in the university auditorium every Sunday are well attended. The interesting features last Sunday were an address, "Self-confidence," by Prof. Bryant of Muskogee and a vocal solo by Miss Mintoria Lee of Wagner. Mrs. Bertha Guy of Coffeyville, Kan., is visiting at the home of her sister, Mrs. W. G. Jordan. The Women's Mite Missionary society of the A. M. E. church met Wednesday evening at the home of Sister Maggie Moss, in College Heights. A dainty lunch was served and all enjoyed a pleasant evening. The visitors were Mrs. R. L. Green of Vinita and Mrs. G. Stevens of Enid. Mr. Arthur Blair, aged 37 years, was struck and instantly killed by lightning Wednesday morning, between 2:30 and 3 o'clock. In company with his brother-in-law, Rev. G. W. McKay, he was returning home from the Masonic lodge meeting and when but two blocks from home both were stricken to the ground by lightning. Rev. McKay regained consciousness and called old. The lightning had rent all wearing apparel from his right side from the sole of his shoe to the crown of his hat and left his face unmarred. The Henthorns, undertakers from Coyle, embalmed Mr. Blair's body. He leaves a wife and seven children, the youngest but 13 months old. The funeral was held Friday at 2 o'clock from the A. M. E. church, of which he had been a member for seventeen years. Rev. J. C. Hicks, the pastor, conducted the services. The Masonic lodge, of which he had been a member for ten years, had charge of the body. Beautiful anthems were sung by Misses Watson, Reed and Measrs. Hicks and Millssapp, and Mrs. Z. M. Breaux, who was also organist. Burial was in Pleasant View cemetery. In the death of Mr. Arthur Blair, Langton loses its leading blacksmith, the city treasurer, clerk of the city school board and secretary of the Masonic lodge, to which office he had been re-elected the night of his death, and the A. M. E. church loses one of its trustees. Mr. Blair was loved by all, and his place will be hard to fill. You can't see us at Langston because of the dust. Mr. N. B. Smith purchased a Ford last week and Mr. A. Breaux a six-cylinder Paige. Mrs. Lena Riddley of Bryan, Texas, who was called here by the death of her brother, Mr. Arthur Blair, will remain a few weeks with her sister-in-law, Mrs. Mattle Blair. Miss B. M. 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