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Topeka Plaindealer Historical Society State House Eighteenth Year. No. 52 In Keeping With the T KANSAS CITY MISSIONARY FIGHTS FOR S Sunday School Worker "Amor People" Has Change of He Hands With the D KANSAS CITY MISSIONARY FIGHTS FOR SEGREGATION! Sunday School Worker "Among the Colored People" Has Change of Heart and Joins Hands With the Devil. Prof. G. A. Gregg, of Western University, Removes the Mask from Hypocrite, C. B. Hewlett, Former Co-Worker in the Sunday School. AN OPEN LETTER. law interpreted your way. If your numbers are large enough the judges may interpret the constitution to your liking. Commissioners will agree (sometimes) for a time to yield to the wrong. You will ride roughshod over the hearts and ambitions and hopes of my people, who have it hard at best. You will turn loose the worst element of your people and will encourage unkind words and deeds in others who would not think of resorting to such. I would that you, like Paul, could see a vision and right about face and work for the good of humanity Help the colored man, who needs the help your advantages can give Help him in his church life. Help him in his civic life. If he has un desirable traits it is due in large measure to the daily naggings he encounters from those who ought to help him. I would that you in your quiet hour would meditate and in your meditation put yourself in my place or any colored man's place and decide what you need most a helping hand or a crushing hand. If your meetings are not closed to reason. I crave the opportunity to speak in our defense. I would respectfully call your attention to these significant lines: "This is the only generation that we can reach." "The light that shines farthest shines brightest at home." "Serve God by helping man." This is the cry of the age from all races. I am committed to this program. I wish you well, Mr. Hewlett, in your business, home life, and I wish you the season's greetings. I believe you are in the wrong clutch and are going backward. I trust that the good spirit of the past will enable you to reverse. G. A. GREGG, Director of Layman's Missionary Forward Movement for Kansas. (By Dennis S. Thompson.) After a strenuous Thanksgiving day, we thought to take a day off in order that we might be away from the noise and confusion of the children and the lady of the house, and so have a day for thought and recreation. Daily morning, December 1, we went over to Kansas City, where we boarded an interurban car bound for Bonner Springs, where the quarterly meeting of the executive board of the Kaw Valley District Baptist Association was in progress. After passing through the famous Kaw valley, admiring as we did the beautiful scenery on route, we arrived there in time to hear a goodly portion of the proceedings of the morning session. The leaders of the various auxiliaries were telling of the progress of their work for the quarter just ended, together with recommendations for a larger work in the future. The Rev. G. N. Jackson of the Ninth Street church, Lawrence, the moderator of the association, presided at the meeings. Rev. Jackson is a Christian gentleman of the highest type, scholarly, of a conservative turn, and the district is fortunate in having the benefit of the services of a man of Rev. Jackson's caliber. If it were possible for the Bantists to have more men of this high type the church would make better progress. At the close of the morning session the good sisters of the First Baptist church, in which the meetings were held, had prepared a sumptuous dinner of fried chicken and all the accountrements that go along with the favorite dish of preachers and deacons, which was highly relished by all. One commendable feature of the meeting was that there was very little lossing. Everyone was full of business and just as soon as the last delegates had finished their dinner they were in their seats ready for work. At two o'clock the meeting reconvened to hear the reports of the messengers of the various churches and auxiliaries. A majority of the churches had messengers at the meeting, and while the reports were very creditable, there will be room and need for increased activity during the present quarter, both financially and spiritually. The one great need just now is to educate the people in the matter of raising finance to carry on the work. The greater part of our people think it is all right after, they are in the church just to say a loud prayer, about and make lots of noise, but the church has so much to do at this age that it necessarily requires a little finance mixed in with our re- Prof. G. A. Gregg, of Western University, Removes the Mask from Hypocrite, C. B. Hewlett, Former CoWorker in the Sunday School. AN OPEN LETTER. Kansas City, Kan., Dec. 19. Hon C. B. Hewlett, Kansas City, Kansas: Dear Sir:—I have been informed that you are advocating segregation. Having been associated with you in the most pleasant manner for a number of years in the Sunday school work and having learned to know you as a missionary worker and feeling assured that you were keenly interested in the helpful, constructive welfare of all men, I was loath to believe the information concerning you. There is within me a desire to disbelieve even what facts drive home upon me. If it is true, I am heartily sorry, for I have spared no pains to speak your praises and stress upon the broad hearted man that I had found you to be. I am sorry because the hope of any group of people that make up the majority lies largely in the good JOHN H. HARRIS Director of Leyman's Marquary Forward Movement for Kawasak. will, fair minded, broad hearted men and women who are identified with the majority. I had counted you as one among the friends of humanity. But, Brother Hewlett, segregation is absolutely out of harmony with Christianity. It intensifies hatred, ill-will, sours the lives of those who entertain the thought, makes men ugly in thought and deed, makes life miserable for all concerned. You, by the comfort of your position, the prosperity of your business, theremoteness of your experience from unkind treatment, are not in the least aware of the cruelty of your action. It has been a necessity as well as a pleasure for me to have been born, raised to manhood as a neighbor to white people. This is axiomatic, for where could a colored man or a man of any race live without being neighbor to the majority? Throughout these many years I have been neighbored by some of the best white men and women that ever walked earth's pleasant places. I now have as good neighbors as one would desire. It was my purpose to attend the meeting last Thursday evening, but when I arrived home from school my neighbor, who belongs to the majority, had left an invitation for me to be at his home to consider with the other property owners on our street what kind of pavement we wanted. So I decided to go with the constructive group rather than the destructive. I am grieved indeed to think that while we are nearing the week when shall come echoing down the centuries that helpful, inspiring, soul-stirring theme,"Peace on Earth, Good Will to Men," it is to be marred by the man-made theme,"Hatred on Earth, Ill Will to Men," and especially from one who has been reputed to be champion of the former. My friend Hewlett, you have chosen the easier course. I have no doubt of your succeeding. You have the course of least resistance. You will have a greater following than was yours in the two year presidency of the Wyandotte County Sunday School Association. You will have the crowd. You may have the TOPEKA, KANSAS, FRIDAY MORNING DEC. 29, 1916 ligion. There are a lot of good meaning people, but because of their failure to understand, they do not lend a very liberal support to the cause of the gospel. Following the reports of churches at three o'clock, Rev. W. A. Bowren, president of the State Convention, preached an able sermon, with Rev. Geo. McNeal alternate. The substance of Rev. Bowren's sermon was "Church Unity," in which he strongly emphasized the great necessity of church officers and congregations praying and working for the success of their church, instead of trying to hinder the progress of the minister. The sermon was very timely and necessary, from the fact that a majority of our churches are in confusion instead of unity the greater part of the time, a thing that has been and is very hurtful to the Christian work. "The disgruntled church member," said Rev. Bowren, "is no good, no matter where they are, nor where they go, and the church is better off without them; that the people who are really working in the interest of Christianity are too busy to find fault with everything pertaining to the furtherance of the cause of Christ." At the conclusion of Rev. Bowren's sermon the various auxillaries were called together and submitted their reports of the moncyrs received and apportioned. The reports showed that the various officers are putting forth every effort to raise the standard of the work in the district and that they have larger and better plans for their work in the future. Rev. C. II. Todu, pastor of the First Baptist church, where the meeting was held, in a few well chosen words told the officers and delegates of his appreciation of their day's visit there, and assured them that if they should ever decide to core to Bonner Springs again they would receive the same hearty welcome that had been accorded them that day. THE POWER OF THE SOUTHERN VOTER Washington, D. C.—In shaping national legislation one vote in Alabama; Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina or Virginia is worth as much as five votes cast in Connecticut, New Jersey, Ohio, Michigan, Iowa, New Mexico or Idaho. The eight Southern states enumerated cast a total of 511,190 votes for the election of members to sit in the Sixty-fourth Congress. This makes an average of 7,715 votes to each district, the entire number of districts returning 64 Democrats, 1 Republican and 1 Progressive. For the seven Northern states mentioned the total vote at the same time was 2,587,192, or an average of 39,203 votes for each district, returning 50 Republicans and 16 Democrats. Thus slightly over half a million Southern voters have 69 spokesmen in the House of Representatives, whereas it required more than two and a half million Northern voters to secure equal representation. The inequality in voting power is the outcome, of course, of a basis of total population forming the several Southern congressional districts where the Negro is counted in, but his vote excluded. How long must this inequality continue? Are the North and the Republican party to supinely submit indefinitely to this condition of affairs? Some years ago the Hon. Benjamin Tillman, now United States senator from South Carolina, was quoted as saying in a speech in a reply to a Northern senator on the race question that for every ornery white men sent from the North, the South would send one hundred Negroes. Now, we wish to call Mr. Tillman's attention to this statement because we observe that now in several of the Southern states they are placing obstacles in the way of colored people whose attention is being turned to the North on account of better wages, better treatment, and the fact that they will be tread as citizens for the first time in their lives. But Mr. Tillman is not keeping his word. He and his other whites are passing laws making it a felony for any agent to go into the Southland and offer inducements to being colored people North. The "tray" is now turned and the North will exchange one hundred ornery white men for one good colored man, so if Mr. Tillman wants to take advantage of this propotion he will let the Plain leader, know, as we would be glad to get rid of these ornery whites and send them to a place where their kind exist. If we could get them in one place there could be some peace and probably, like the Mexicans, they would annihilate one another after so long at time. We hope Mr. Tillman will call the attention of his Southern brothers to these facts and let my race alone and let them come North as they see fit, as they have been quoted as being worthless, and if the Northern people will keep them, let them come. Topeka, Kan., Dec. 7, 1916. Hon. Benj. Tillman, United States Senator, Washington, D. C. My Dear Senators—Some years ago you were quoted as saying in a speech in reply to a Northern senator on the race question that you would trade one hundred colored men from the South for one ornery white man in the North. If this proposition still holds good we would be glad if you would repeat this statement for the benefit of the South and your Southern brothers who are now doing everything to obstruct the emigration of the colored men from he South to the North. We would now exchange with one hundred white men from the North for every colored man you send from the South. Now, my dear Senator, this is fair and I hope you will advise your Southern brethren to accept this proposition. NICK CHILES. Editor The Topeka Plaindealer. OTTAWA, KAN. When Mr. Wm. McBrier, a prominent colored farmer on the West Seventh street road, started down stairs last night in the darkness he lost his balance and fell down the steps. His left foot went through a window at the foot of the stairs and Mr. McBrier was painfully cut. A physician attended him this morning. Mr. Bud Hamilton and his sister, Miss Gertitude, of Argentine, Kon., are spending the holidays with their cousin, Mrs. Mary Mays. Mr. Warren Edwards of Kansas City is visiting relatives in the city. The Christmas trees at both the A. M. E. and Baptist churches were well attended. Mr. Clyde Jefferson of Garnett was in town Christmas. Master Marshall Woods, who is a student at Quinduo, is visiting his parents, Rev. and Mrs. C., A. Woods. Mr. Perry Lewis, who is employed at Paola in a blacksmith shop, spent Christmas here with his parents. Miss Blanch Hicks, who is teaching school in Oklahoma, is spending Christmas with her mother, Mrs. Joanna Hicks. Mr. Lee Hicks, head stenographer at Tuskegee Institute, remembered his mother and other friends with Christmas cards and greetings. Miss Sallie Rogers, assistant motion at the Topokia Institute, is enjoying her vacation here with relatives and friends. Also, the Misses Eveline Muddox, Lucie Warren and Strandella Hunter, who are students, are spending their vacations here. Pastor S. A. Williams of the Third Baptist church is back from his vacation and found a host of friends awaiting anxiously his return. Thomas Simpson, president of the Neesho District Sunday School Convention, spent Sunday in Oswatoto in the interest of the district work. Dr. P. D. Sinner of CoTeville unschool at the Third Baptist church Thursday and Friday nights of last week. Mr M. Duncan's condition remains about the same. The church raised an offering for him last Sunday. Pfof, Hsu, a Chinese gentleman, who is in the employ of the Santa Fe Railroad company at Chanute, give a very interesting lecture on the customs of the Chinese at the Third Baptist church last Sunday evening. The temperance contest held at the A. M. U. church last Friday evening by the South Ottawa W. C. T. U. was very interesting. Six contestants took part and the gold medal was won by Althea McBrier. An address was delivered by Dr. Powell of the Federated church. Miss Irene Johnson was up from Chanute and spent Sunday with her parents. Mr. William Simpson of Perry, Iowa, is visiting his mother, Mrs. Andrews. Mr. and Mrs. Wellington Campbell of Hebron, Neb., son-in-law and daughter respectively of Mrs. Andrews, were here from Council Grove, where they had been to bury a niece of Mr. Campbell. She was making her home with the Campbells in Hebron, and died there. Mr. O. R. Lewis is sick. Miss Cecil Winters is spending the holidays in Topeka. J. R. Rovers, Itt Edward and Ben Wash attended the farmers' meeting at Topeka last week. They report a very profitable meeting and mentioned many interesting topics that were discussed. While we are making our friends happy with yulite greetings, let us make our old friend, Nick Chiles, chuckle way down in his old abdomen by remitting what we owe on our back subscriptions to his valuable paper. Why take the money we owe for service rendered us and give it free gratis to others? Answer within yourselves. COUNCIL, GROVE, KAN. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Seittler are here from Great Bend and expect to stay all the winter. They are stopping at Mr. and Mrs. Lonic Woods. Miss Victoria Andrews, of Ottawa, is the guest of Mrs. Clarence Hooker. Mr. and Mrs. Wellington Campbell, of Hebron, Neb., brought the body of their necls, Mary Campbell, are eight, here for burial Thursday. The funeral was prescheduled at the A. M. E. church, by Rev. J. B. Chiles. Price $1.50 Per Year. Mr. and Mrs. Campbell, were the guest of Mrs. Sarah Fisher while here. Mr. and Mrs. W. Campbell, accompanied by her sister, Miss Victoria Andrews, left here Friday to visit with Mrs. Campbell's mother, in Ottawa. Mr. Daniel Harding is able to be out after being laid up with a severe cold. Mrs. Henderson has returned to her home in Parsons, Kan., after a few days' visit with her relatives, Mr. Walter Johnson and family. A mock divorce case was on the program at the literary Friday night. Miss Della Moore sued Leroy Johnson for a divorce. The trial resulted in a hung jury and the case will be settled in a higher court. Messrs. Ernest and Tall Harness were visitors in Council Grove last Friday. Miss. Gertrue Hooker and Mrs. Mildred Harding are on the sick list this week. Dugene Kibble's three little children have been confined in bed with severe colds. Mrs. Dr. O. G. Thorntonnee Miss Laura Cole, and son, Master O. G. Thornton, Jr., are in the city to spend the holidays with her aunt, Miss Laura King, and friends. Mr. John Bates, a very old resident of the city, is reported seriously ill. The New Hope Baptist church "spread joy" with a heavily laden two Monday afternoon. Messiahmes Appleby and R. Mack attended the "tea" given by Mrs. Perev Evans of Fort Smith, honoring Mrs. Hunt of Shreveport, La. Presiding Elder J. W. Whitesides of the A. M. E. church delivered two very sermons last Sabbath. Rev. G. T. Saxton, D. D., and congregation worshiped with the members of Derrick's Chapel last Sunday. The good Doctor edified the saints with a rich gospel sermon. Prof. Geo. W. Ingram and family are now residing in their own bungalow at 511 Olive street. Mr. J. M. Agnew, Jr., our popular merchant, has been on the sick list the past week, but is much improved at this wilting. Rev. J. W. Polk, the new pastor of Denick's Chapel, A. M. E. church, has a bigat beginning. Vian is only a little town, situated 38 miles west of Fort Smith, Ark., and about 30 miles northeast of Muskogee, Okla., on the St. Louis, Iron Mountain & Southern railroad, in Sequoyah county. It has a population of 1,000, about one-fifth of which is colored. We have good schools and churches, the First Baptist church being the most attended, under the pastoral charge of Rev. Wm. Elliott, who is a pulpit orator and a great leader. The town is half way between the two Vian creeks. The soil is very fertile and adapted to the raising of cotton, corn, oats, wheat and potatoes; also an abundance of fruit is raised annually. Two crops of Irish potatoes are being raised in one year. In fact, to be plain with you, we have an awful nice, thrifty set of colored as you will find anywhere. Nearly everyone of the old pioneer citizens own their little homes and are trying to "knock the block off" of this high cost of living by having swine in their pens, and it looks, like for the past few days some unknown power has passed in decree for all the fat hogs to come in. Rev. Wm. Elliott has bought the residence of Dr. J. H. Dodd and now lives in town. On last Wednesday Mrs. Charlie Johnson's barn caught fire and was burned down. Cause unknown. About three weeks ago Rev. Wm. Elliott's barn caught fire during the night and destroyed about 1,000 bushels of corn. Cause unknown. Mrs. M. L. Scott is reported on the skik list this week. VAN BUREN, ARK. VIAN, OKLA. OKLEENE, OKLA. Mrs. J. M. Sneed, wife of one of the oil magnates of Ohmulgce, Okla., is visiting at the homes of Mr. and Mrs. D. G. Droke, Mr. and Mrs. Joe Breckenridge and Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Droke, Mr. Joseph Lee, who owns a Dodge car, is making the best of life in his declining years. He loves the distance of forty miles to Hennessy, Okla., every Tuesday night to attend a play, "The Iron Claw." Mrs. D. G. Droke is visiting with Mrs. F. Steel, near Hennessy, this week. Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Droke, Mother Droke and Mrs. J. M. Sneed motored to Dover, Okla., Sunday in J. M. Jones "six" and spent the day with Prof. and Mrs. James King. Mr. and Mrs. Earl Breckenridge had company from Hiennessy and Waukomis, Okla., recently. The farmers in this vicinity have a good prospect for a bumper wheat crop this year. On Friday evening, Dec. 8, the home of Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Droke was the scene of much enjoyment. Mrs. Drove gave a leap year party complimentary to her husband's birthday. The guests numbered 70. A light luncheon of cake and lemonade was served. Most of the guests were conceived in eleven autos, only one of which was a hired car. The cars were owned and driven by the following men of our race: J. A. Rouse, Ford; Oscar Jones, Ford; Robert Jones, Ford; A. Breckenridge, Ford; Prof. F. McNeil, Overland; Jas. West, Oakland; Wm. Kennan, Reo; Jno. Clark; Reo; Wm. Maddox, Reo; Joe Breckenridge, Jones "six." The guests all departed at a late hour and reported having a nice time. Joseph Lee, John Williams and Mrs. Jno. Williams motored to Ilennessy today. Mr. and Mrs. Earl Breckenridge called on Mother Droke, who has been very ill, last Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. J. Lee and Mr. and Mrs. J. Williams called on Mother Droke Saturday afternoon. ANADARKO, OKLA. Mrs. Carrie Nickols of Watonga is visiting friends in Anadarko. The wedding bells rang some here December 16. Mr. Oscar Walker was accidentally shot by Effe Long Saturday night, December 16. Quite a few gun plays hero recently. Mr. Tony Edwards of Grace, Mont., is in town on business. The box supper at the Oak Grove and house was largely attended. Mr. Brown school where was largely attended. home to the hotel, the hotelside of a sink sister. home to the bedside of a sick sister. Mrs. L. B. Benley, who has been visiting Mrs. D. H. Lorry, has returned to her home in Sapulpa, Okla. Mr. and Mrs. J. B. Shaw visited Mr. R. E. Bullett, who has been in bed the past six weeks with a broken ankle. Mr. A. W. Johnson is doing some carpenter work for his uncle, Rev. S. W. Ward, at Eudora, Okla. SALINA, KAN. Mrs. Naomi Parker spent Christmas in Denver. Grundfather Atkinson went to Hoisington to spend Christmas with his daughters. Mrs. Lewis of Hill City is in the city the guest of Mrs. W. C. Woodley. Messrs. Lee Thompson and Luther Jordan returned home Saturday night from Dakota, having been absent about six months. Mr. Jasper Banks is still on the sick list, but is improving. Little Gracie Henderson is sick with pneumonia. Miss Ruth Alexander has gone to Kansas City, where she will make her home with her sister, Mrs. M. L. Davenport. Miss Bessie Greene spent Sunday with her parents. She had as her guest Miss Betty Price. Mrs. R. C. Jackson entertained the ladies of the N. U. G. club at the home of Mrs. Henry Bryant on North Second street. A two course luncheon was served by Misses Bryant and Jackson, which was delicious. Mrs. Ella Rosemond has returned from Kansas City and reports a delightful time. Messrs. J. C. Brown and West Hudson and others motored to Kansas City and report a pleasant trip Messrs. Ollie Groves and W. W. Shobe motored to Colorado and have not returned as yet. Wedding bells have been ringing for two weeks in Salina. CHICKASHA, OKLA. One of the most important social events of the reason was the marriage of Miss Clemense Evins and Mr. Dave Sherman, which took place Saturday evening. Dec. 16, at the home of the bridge's mother, Mrs. Mattie Little, on South Second street, Rev. Tucker officiating. Both Mr. and Mrs. Sherman are included among the popular social circle. They are at home to their friends at 612 South First street Mrs. Elvira Byrd has returned to her home in Des Moines, La. Mr. I. W Kyles, deputy for the American Woodmen, is still in the city pushing his work to the front. Mrs. Jessie Clark was honored at a six o'clock dinner at the beautiful home of Rev. and Mrs. H. H. Williams on South First street. Just Thursday evening. Thirteen young couples were present. Out of town guests were Mrs. Elvira Byrd of Des Molnes, Ia.; Mrs. Mayme De France and Mrs. Woods of Oklahoma City and Mr. Jackson of Denison, Texas. Mrs. Bessie Kitrell has returned home after several weeks' visit in Sapulpa. NICK CHILES . . . Editor and Owner WHOO, BAUGHMAN, . . . Travelling Agent SUBSCRIPTION RATES: One Year . . . $1.50 Six Months . . . 1.00 Three Months . . . .90 Entered at the Postoffice at Topeka, Kansas, as Second Class Mail Matter. Address all communications to FIRE Topteka Plaindaleer, 1129 Kansas Avenue, Topteka, Kansas. Money sent by Express. Postoffice Money-Order or Registered Letter at our risk; otherwise at the risk of the sender. When the attention of FIRE Plaindaleer is called to any misstatement of facts in these columns, or to any error concerning any man or thing, correction will cheerfully be made. Designed communications, except from our regular correspondents, will not be published. LET EDISON FURNISH LIGHT IOR TOPEKA The city commissioners will make no mistake in adopting the proposition suggested by Mr. Tandy to have the Edison company furnish light for the city instead of accepting the not revenue from the company under the chapter which provides for such. The city would make money by this method, thereby saving the taxpayers the expense of voting another enormous bond issue to build a new electric plant. We are now taxed to the limit. Now, let us use some common horse sense. If the Edison company will furnish power and light for the use of their franchise, let them do it. All of the taxpayers will feel that they are getting something for the franchise. Under the present system nobody feels that they are getting anything. When we get the cash the Edison company gets part of it back, as all other taxpayers do, and the city gets no direct benefit. Let them furnish the power and light; the city gets the benefit and the Edison company feels the bill. EDWARDSVILLE, KAN. Mt. Zion A. M. E. church, three miles north of Edwardsville, had its Christmas tree Saturday night, December 23, which was a complete success. Many presents were made and each of the Sunday school children received a full stocking of daunies from the tree. The tree was called off about twelve o'clock and everyone, rejoicing over the success of the entertainment, began singing and continued singing and praying until five o'clock. Then the meeting was turned over to the pastor, Rev. Enyard, who preached an able sermon on "The Birth of Christ," after which there were three who came forth to be prayed for, and after prayer were given considerable words of encouragement by Rev. Enyard. Steut Hocker, a member of the church, who was attacked with a mental break-down, is not improving at this writing. Thomas Gooden, another member of the church, was stricken with paralysis at Edwardsville. Rev. Enyard and wife are visiting in this vicinity among members this week. They live in Kansas Otw. Kaa. DETHEL, KAN. Rev. and Mrs. M. H. Houston visited here Thanksgiving with friends. Mr. and Mrs. Turk Allen and Mr. and Mrs. Fields of Kansas City, Mo., were visitors at the home of Mrs. Lucy Mack Thanksgiving. Miss Lorene Carson of Kansas City visited her grandmother, Mrs. Rhoda Spruell, Thursday. Mr. Robert Lee of Oak Mills visited the Misses Crockett last week. Messers, I. V. Biow, Horace Dwiggins and I. G. Guilford of Kansas City were guests of Mr. Gco. Dunn Thanksgiving. In the afternoon they went to Edwardsville to visit at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Sam Madison. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Sharp visited at the home of their son Malcolm in Kansas City, where they had a had a family reunion and Thanksgiving dinner. Messrs. Sam Madison, Ben Bailey Sr. and Jno. Bailey of Edwardsville attend the social at the Oak Ridge church Thursday evening. Mrs. Pernina Thompson and daughter, Mrs. Jennie Robinson, were shopping in Kansas City Saturday. The Stewardesses of Zion Chapel A. M. E. church gave an entertainment in the church patrons Wednesday evening. Mr. Toliver Thompson is on the sick list this week. Mrs. Geo. Letter written in Kansas City Friday. Rev. Wade Scott attended church services Sunday at 1am as City. The ladies of the Mason Circle of the Oak Ridge Baptist church served dinner Thanksgiving day. In the evening they held a bazaar which resulted successfully socially and financially. Mr. Jno. R C Porter is working in Kansas City. Mr. Kemp Torer was in Kansas City Sunday visiting his brother, Rollevou OATAR SANITA CITY OF MIDDLE BLA and DISCHRY 24100. Each way boundary Jersey of country of build to call Hiram Turner, who has been sick. Mr. Allen Ellis of Kansas City was the guest of Mrs. Geo. Dunn Friday. Mr. and Mrs. Chas. McLain spent Thanksgiving with relatives in Kansas City. Mrs. Ellen Hovey and Miss Annie Hovey visited friends in Kansas City Tuesday. Mr. James Graves was home from Kansas City Monday. ATCHISON, KAN. The members of the Utopia Ari and Reading Circle will entertain their husbands New Year's day with a turkey dinner at the home of Mr. and Mrs. John Kelley, on North Second street. The meetings being held at Campbell's A. M. E. church by the evangelist, Mr. Bray, and his workers, will close at the beginning of the new year. Rev. Bray is a very intellectual man and a fine speaker. Mr. Edwin Potter of Frankfort, Kan., is visiting his uncle, Mr. Jerry Taylor, and wife. The Sunflower Art Club had its club party Wednesday at the residence of Mrs. Alexander Claggett. Miss Hattle Ingram, who is home from Lcavenworth to spend the holidays, entertained a few friends at dinner Christmas day. Mrs. Emma Johnson continues to be very seriously ill at her home on North First street. Mrs. Clyde Briggs and her son, Clyde Wilson, will spend the weekend in Topeka. Mrs. Lewis Smith of Topeka is visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Nelson Hunt. ELWOOD, KAN. An entertainment was given by the district Steward, Mr. Wyatt Hughes, on last Saturday night. Mrs. Malone and Irene Malone spent Saturday in St. Joseph shopping. Quinnie Walker, who is attending school at Emporia, Kan., is visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Albeit Walker. The Christmas program given by Iren Malone, Mullie Garmon and Pearl Wisner was a great success. The church was beautifully decorated with holly and Christmas bells and a Christmas tree. Rev. Thomas spent Friday with Rev. E. J. Malone. A Christmas program was given at the school room of Miss Emma Star and Miss Effie James. A program and Christmas tree were given at the Second Baptist church on Sunday night. Rev. Mr. John Garmon spent Christmas in Atchison visiting relatives and friends. Mr. and Mrs. Dave Perry spent Christmas eve with their mother and mother-in-law, Mrs. Julia Forbis. Mrs. Flora William, Milton Williams, Russell Campbell and Rhua Williams of Leavenworth, Kum... also visiting Mr. and Mrs. Lemmon Walker. Mrs. Harriet Turner's daughter, from St. Louis, is visiting friends and relatives. Mr. and Mrs. McCurry stopped here on their way to Troy to visit their mother and mother-in-law. Rev. E. J. Malone will begin a revival on New Year's night. Quarterly meeting will be held at the A. M. E. church the first Sunday in January. DODGE CITY, KAN. Mr. Conrad Evans, formerly of Topeka but now a resident of this city, and Mrs. Mattie Shellman, formerly of Wichita, but now a resident of Dodge City, were united in marriage here last week. They are a popular young couple and widely known. All join in hearty congratulations and wish them much success and happiness. Mr. G. H. Spraings, 1215 West Cleveland and Savannah, left Sunday for Omaha. Neb., to spend Christmas with his sons, Henry, Oscar and Mokaski Spraings. Mr. Spraings stopped in Kansas City, Mq., for a short visit with his son, Taury Spraings, who is in the Pullman service. Mr. John L. Brown has returned to Pratt, Kan., after a two months' stay with his wife here. SEGREGATION. We see that some fool, ignorant vicious white men in Kansas City, Kan., have petitioned the city commissioners to pass an ordinance to regulate the colored people of Kansas City, and a lot of colored people got excited and went to the council and took the matter up. Now, all these fool orders that are attempting to be passed against colored people to compel them to live in restricted districts are all bosh and moonshine and are simply done to get the colored people excited and get them to go before the officers on internal lines and exact promises. It is simple a scheme to get votes in a political campaign. 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BOX OF PRESSING OIL 25c BOX OF HAIR GROWER, 50c Mrs. Ada Montgomery, MANUFACTURER, 517 Shawnee St. I EAVENWORTH, KAN. Ring and selling the new History of Labeled People, everybody buys by on can sell a train or woman wanted for each county to woll out or spare time. Write or terms and free outfit. Stefan Jenkins Cau, F. Short, Washing ton, H. C. HERE IS THE LAST CHANCE TO GET FIVE ACCES OF LAND NEAR KANSAS CITY AT REASONABLE TERMS. If you want five acres of land on the Interurban line just a mile out of Kansas City where you get service every hour, write J. G. Groves at Edwardville, Kansas. He has several hundred acres of land divided into five and ten acre tracts which he will sell on reasonable terms as he wishes to build up a farming community and those who buy will get good land at a reasonable price and will have the advantage of learning what he knows about truck farming, and will also be able to make an independent living. Write Mr. Groves for particulars. 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We absolutely guarantee satisfaction or return all furs, paying all express charges both ways. Write or call for Jonas D, Emery, Manager, Pine St., Dept. V, St. Louis, Name of this Paper It's Unequaled OUR is replaced ordinary brands commented on instantly by this surprise at your home KE MILLING CO. City, U. S. A. ARKANSAS CITY, KANE. Mfrs. of the Celebrated "POLAR BEAR" FLOUR, The Best Flour for family use. Insist on your dealer giving you the best—that is "POLAR BEAR." Other excellent brands are "NOXALL" and "X. T. C." Manufactured by illing Company! prices City happenings Mr. Louis Dolphin of Beley, Oklahoma, is in the city visiting friends. Mrs. Angie Jones, wife of Mr. Robert Jones of this city, died Dec. 15 at the home of her sister in Parsons, Kansas and was buried Dec. 18. The literary society of the Third Baptist church will render a program Tuesday night, January 2. Mr. Guy Douglas spent Christmas in Kansas City, guest of his sons. Rev. J. R. Ransom of Kansas City was in the city Wednesday and yesterday. WANTED—A young woman or girl to assist in mailing the Plain-dealer each week, one who can come when called one day of each week. Little Corrinne Shields is seriously ill at, her home, 1331 Van Buren street, with pneumonia. Miss Fern Easter of El Dorado is in the city the guest of her sister, Mrs. Brown. Miss Nellie Russell of K. U. is visiting Miss Minnie Ola Murphy of 612 Seventeenth street. The Knap Zeta Rho girls of St. John's A. M. E. church will keep open doors at the residence of Miss Helen Forbes, 1224 Buchanan street, New Year's day. Hours, 2 to 8 p.m. Silver offering for the building fund of the church. Nelson's hair dressing, drugs, sundries, cigars, tobacco and candles at Walker's Drug Store, 1137 Kansas avenue. Prescriptions filled. No substitutions. Mr. B. H. Brown. a law student at K. U., and Rev. T. D. Lee, pastor of the First Baptist church of Lawrence, who are attending the Interstate, were pleasant visitors at this office this week. Meadames A. B. Smith and Ada Slaughter of Winfield are spending the holidays with Mr. and Mrs. Benj. Grantson. TO THE PUBLIC: Mrs. Angeline Handy of Parsons, Kan., is authorized to solicit subscriptions and correspond for the Topeka Plaindealer. Those having business for this paper will see her. Mrs. Lucy Stevenson Greenway owns two nice houses on East Eleventh street and is getting along nicely. She is an industrious business woman. At this time she is expecting her daughter home and it will be a happy occasion, as she has not been home for some time. Rev. T. A. Bowers, presiding elder of the Kansas district of the C. M. B. church, was a pleasant caller at this office yesterday. He reports the district in a fine condition with the exception of El Dorado, and says the colored people are standing their ground there; that, though some were compelled to leave owing to the attempted outrage by some white militants, they returned well armed and are now equal to the occasion. --- Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Radford, 1124 Locust stace, royally entertained a large number of friends, young and old, at a Christmas dinner that sure was "some dinner." When Mr. and Mrs. Radford decide to entertain they mean all that the word implies. From 3 o'clock to 10 nt night their home was a scene of pleasure, and not one of the hundred or more guests went away feeling any the worse for the time spent. Mrs. Josephine Curleton, son and daughter, Mr. Sylvester Curleton and Miss Lauvelin Curleton, at their cozy home, 1143 Lawrence street, served Christmas dinner to a few friends, and those who were fortunate enough to participate in this royal feast will never forget the occasion. All the good things that heart could wish were before the guests and no opportunity was lost in getting on the outside of the delicious viands. Those who enjoyed the hospitality of Curletons were Misses Candace and Eunice Hudele, Mr. Earl Brown and Mr. John M. Dorsey. Mon. Wesley Herbert Jamison ment Thanksgiving in Kansas City, Mo., the guest of Miss Hinkson, Mr. Jamison is one of the best young lawyers in the state of Kansas and dare say has no superiors and very few equals. He is a graduate of Topeka High school, Washburn college, and Northwestern university of Chicago. He will spend the Christmas holidays also in Kansas City, and if he continues his travels there a charge will be brought against him, or else he will have to bring the attraction from Kansas City to Topeka. Real joy and happiness reigned supreme at the comfortable home of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Hall Christmas day. It was a gathering of their children, and with one or two outside friends, all enjoyed a feast fit to grace the table of a king. The house was beautifully and tastefully decorated with Christmas green, while in the front room happy children—grand sons and daughters of Mr. and Mrs. Hall, rompal and played around a beautiful Christmas tree which was brilliantly illuminated with electric lights of many different colors. Indeed it was a day of real joy and this writer is glad to have been among the happy strong and enjoy the hospitality of Mr. and Mrs. Hall and their highly accomplished sons and daughters. Save Money on... CHICKENS, TURKEYS, GEESE, DUCKS AND FRESH EGGS. J. A. Holder is selling them cheaper than anyone in Topeka. I tz profit to you on every purchase. PHONE 1395. 923 Kansas Ave. or 1514 Quincy 5. Mrs. Jessie Babney and daughter of Bogue, Kan., who have been visiting at Pittsburg and Kansas City, are in the city, guests of relatives and friends. FOR SALE—A bargain, two hydraulic barber chairs, two chair mirror, oak case. Address Mrs. Bertha Taylor, 117½ West Flifth St., Newton, Kan. Miss Dannie Mae Hill, of Lawrence, attended the Inter-State this week and while here was the guest of her old class-mate, Miss Charlotte Mae Hall. --- Mr. Fred Thompson, of St. Louis, Mo., and Mr. Frank Bates, Kansas City, top-notch linotype operators, spent Christmas in the city, the former to visit his parents and the latter to look after the condition of his matrimonial fence. Both boys are splendid printers and gained their knowledge of the game in The Plain-dealer office. Fred and Frank are making good in their respective cities. Mrs. Tennie Sinkford was called to Brookfield, Mo., Thursday of last week on account of the death of her sister's daughter, Miss Hattie Haynes. The remains were taken to St. Joseph, Mo., for interment. Miss Haynes was an accomplished young lady and her untimely demise was a shock to the entire community. Mrs. Nettie Gassaway, the mother, and Mrs. Sinkford, the aunt, have the sympathy of a host of friends in their bereavement. MRS CIIILES ILL. As we go to press the condition of Mrs. Minnie Chiles, wife of the editor of The Plaindealer, is anything but encouraging. She has hovered between life and death for the past two weeks without seeming change for the better. A nurse, two devoted and faithful daughters and many friends are doing everything in their power to administer to her comfort and relief. Prof. Nathaniel Sawyer, principal of the Douglas school, and who has been teaching in Topeka for over a quarter of a century without a minute's trouble, is one of the most substantial race men in the country. He has never lost a moment's time in championing the cause of his race. He is one of the leading educators of Kansas and deserves more consideration than he is getting. Mr. Sawyer is the father of eight children, of whom seven are living. He has a beautiful and intelligent wife who takes great pride in the family and in seeing that the children are well raised and cared for. His oldest daughter, Miss Annabell, is a graduate of the high school and also attended Washburn. She is now teaching in the school in Pierce addition. She is an exemplary, beautiful and intelligent young lady, the pattern of her father, and we expect great things of her in the future. While this is her first year she has gained great favor not only with the pupils and patrons, but the county superintendent as well, who gives her much praise for the splendid work she has done in so short a time. Mr. Sawyer owns a beautiful two-story eight-room residence. He is a teacher who does not lose an little moment, but during the summer vacation he uses the time in huckstering and selling vegetables—in fact, is in the commission business. If more of our educators would do this in towns and cities it would be better, for it gives employment to boys during the summer months. Mr. Sawyer will spend the holidays in Chilicothe, Mo., with his aged parents. WHEN IN OMAHA WHEN IN OSAKA THE PATTON HOTEL, 3 Blocks So. of Union Station.) N. P. PATTON, Prop. 'AFE IN CONNECTION Meals at All Hours. Phone Douglas 4446. JAMA. NEBRASKA 1014-16 So. 11th St. KINKY HAIR Recomes Straight, Soft, Glossy, Long LikePicture by Using HEROLIN HAIR DRESSING NotSticky or Gummy Just apply a little Her- olina hair dressing in your hair straight out All your peach, coarse, stu- dior hair, all your hair dressing makes hair grow fast, hair and beautiful, thinning hair, shaping of the skin and falling hair out. Brand 25p (stamp or crayon) for a big sale of Herolina. Sold on a pay-back guarantee. HEROLIN MEDICINE CO., Atlanta, Ga AGENTS WANTED WRITE FOR Terms. FOR RENT-We have 110 acres of land to rent out in five and ten acre tracts, also an eight-room and a four-room house, which houses rent separately-from the land unless a party wants to rent the entire 110 acres, or 60 or 80 acres, in which case he will be given consideration for the houses. This land is good for truck farming and will grow sweet potatoes, cabbage, and all such produce. It is located four and one-half miles from the city. Address Nick Chiles, Editor the Topeka Plaindealer, Topeka, Kan. Mme. Teenie Sinkford, —HAIRDRENGER— Pomades, Shampoo and Hair Tonie Scalp Treatments a Specialty. Braids made to order. Straightening Combs, Electric Combs and Brushes for sale. All Mail Orders given Prompt Attention 4618 Bed — 200 Jackson Street, Topkea, Kansas. A. L. Abbott, Painter, Paperhanger and Decorator. ALL WORK GUARANTEED. Phone 2854 Bed. 933 College Av., TOPEKA, KAB DR. J. M. JAMISON—327 Madison Street, Special Diseases. Phone 059. DR. S. FLOURNOY, PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON. 508 Kansas Ave. Office hours: 0.00 a. m. to 12 M. 2:00 p. m. to 5:00 p. m. 7:00 p. m. to 0:00 p. m. AT OFFICE EVENINGS. Phone 1147 DR. J. LOUIS RANSOM, Physician and Sargeon 409 Kansas Avenue Phone 4265 Office Hours— 9:00 a. m. to 12:00 a. m. 1:30 to 5:00 p. m.; 7:30 to 9:00 even- ing. Sundays by Request. OFFICE HOURS— 9:00 a. m. to 12.00 m. 2.00 p. m. to 5:30 p. m. 7:00 p. m. to 8:30 p. m Sunday by Appointment. DR. M. L. ROSS, Physician and Surgeon Calls Answered at Night. Office 720 Kansas Ave.—Tel 3897. Res. 1831 Monroe St—Tel. 3897 R—2. OFFICE HOURS—9:30 to 10:30 a.m. DR. THADDEUS P. MARTIN. Physician and Surgeon Phone 8008 832 Kansas Avenue Residence: 1026 Buchanan Street Residence Phone: 8608 R—2 Telephone 774. eRes. 413 OLIVER A. TAYLOR, M. D. Physician and Surgeon Office: 834 Kansas Ave. (Over Gilbert's Drug Store,) across from Throop Hotel. Calls answered Night and Day.—Residence 914 Buchanan Street. DR. W. ROGER RUSSELL. DENTIST. ALL WORK GUARANTEED TO GIVE ...SATISFACTION... 832 Kansas Avenue Telephone 1422 Hours—8 to 12 a. m. 1 to 5:30 p. m. DR. CHAS. L. WILLIAMS Dentist Sunday by Appointment 400 Kansas Avenue TOPEKA, KAN. Stonestreet & Son, Undertakers and Funeral Directors We carry one of the finest lines of UNDERTAKING GOODS in the State. We never sleep. Two Licensed Embal- mers in attendance PROND 02. 030 QUINCY ST. Heart to Heart T is said that a lady could walk anywhere in white satin slippers in fine weather in the brick-paved streets of Brock, Holland, without fear of soiling them—the city is said to be the clearest in the world. No trash encumbers the stocks in this store; they are as clean as the provenial "whistle." We see to it that nothing unworthy enters despite the temptation to sit down and rest now and then and let the Dust of Slothfulness accumulate to your Dispicurine and distrust. You can walk about through the broad aisles without fear of coming in contact with uncleanliness in any department. This is always so, and so it shall always be. The spic, span and cheerful looking stocks and pleasant faces brighten up the darkest places here. This store invites you to shop here, insuring you of Courteous Treatment and Splendid Value. Burkley Dry Goods Company. All Suits 1-2 price! The original price ticket is on every Sult. You are probably familiar with the price of the Suit you want—and when you come you will find that it has not been changed. In making out the check the saewoman will simply deduct half from the plainly marked, original regular selling price. $10.00 suits.....$5.00 $30.00 suits.....$15.00 12.50 suits.....6.25 35.00 suits.....17.50 15.00 suits.....7.50 40.00 suits.....20.00 18.75 suits.....9.38 45.00 suits.....22.50 20.00 suits.....10.00 50.00 suits.....25.00 22.50 suits.....11.25 60.00 suits.....30.00 25.00 suits.....12.50 75.00 suits.....37.50 We are not going to carry over a single Suit—the Spring season must find the racks and the dust-proof rooms entirely empty. Hence this sweeping clearance that includes every Suit in stock—all at exactly half of the plainly marked, regular prices. The Topeka RailwayCompanyAppreciates ...Your Patronage... We wish to take this occasion to thank you for your patronage during the past year and hope to be at your service during the coming year. We wish you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. The Topeka Railway Company INDEPENDENCE, KAN. Miss Flossie Garland, Miss Bertha Garland and Mr. David Payne spent Sunday in Parsons, Kan., with friends. Miss, Gertrude Watfield and Mrs. Blanch Garland, Mr. S. Brown and Mr. L. Holland spent Sunday in Coffeyville. Mr. David Payne left Monday for his home in Syracuse, Kan. Mr. G. Everett of Bartlesville, Okla., was in our city visiting relatives. The Social Club of the A. M. E. church gave a banquet Thursday night. Mrs. G. G. Cioans gave a candy pulling in honor of Miss Mollie Carle of Parsons, Kan. Miss Pearl Montgomery is now visiting in Bartlesville, Okla. Mr. W. Flake and Mr. G. Everett of Bartlesville, Okla., will give a dance in our city Saturday' night. AS SEEN BY THE EDITOR Mr. and Mrs. W. W. Fields of Chestnut street are among Iola's leading people and their friends are legion. They are upright Christian people and a great help to the race. They own good property and Mrs. Fields is carrying on a second hand clothing business, and we wish other women would talk with her and learn how to carry on such a business, as she is a money getter and is full of business ideas. Mr. Herbert Bland conducts a nice pool hall and cigar stand and owns a fine residence. He and his devoted wife are fast forging to the front and are not only making money, but putting it to a good use. Rev. J. J. Watson, pastor of the A. M. E. church, is making good. The pastor of the Baptist church, who formerly held a charge at Manhattan, is doing well. All Iola is proud of Dr. Baskett. He has a first class office on the square in the business center of the city and is doing good. He receives calls from all sections of the country and has performed several difficult operations, and he is growing in popularity each day. He is a young man full of push and energy and does nothing by halves. Mrs. J. Long, one of our old subscribers, and her family is one of the most substantial in Iola. Mr. Long has been employed in public work for several years and owns good property, not only at Iola, but a tract of land in that county and a small tract in Oklahoma. He is an upright Christian gentleman and has a fine family, a daughter who is idolized by everyone in that town, as she is an accomplished, indu trious and beautiful young lady, and it is reported that a prominent doctor will lead her to the altar soon. We predict a bright future for this couple. He is located in another city, and as to their future home we cannot say. Mr. H. V. North is a man who is certainly "bringing the bacon home." He is a man of about fifty years and is as active as a boy of sixteen. He enjoys the company of his wife at their fine home, 624 S. Coleman. He is a truck farmer and has just killed three fine hogs for himself and put up several hundred bushels of potatoes. He owns fine mulus, worth about $300 or $400, and is a man who is doing things. Mr. and Mrs. S. J. McMillen own fine property and are old citizens of the town. They owe no bills and call no man master. Mr. Harry Grubbs, the popular lodge man, is now employed by the city and is making good. Mr. Paul Kline, one of our white friends, has one of the largest lumber companies in that town and part of the country. He is a fine gentleman and a friend of the colored people, and we would like to have all our people who purchase lumber go to Mr. Kline, as he will not only sell it reasonably but will treat you right. We are proud to mention the fact Mr. Daniel Stewart, the son of Mrs. Fields and a graduate of the high school of that town, is now in Cleveland, Ohio, attending a school of dentistry. He is a young man who has worked his way through school and is now destined to become one of the best dentists in the country. We are proud of him from the fact that he had ambition and courage to go forward and do things for himself. KANSAS CITY, KAN. Miss Virginia Jones, 41, Jamaic street, Kansas City, Kan., and Sergeant Griffin, 415 State avenue, Kansas City, Kan., were married at the home of the bride's mother, Mrs. Catherine Jones, 1228 Vine street, Kansas City, Mo., by Rev. W. A. Howren. The bride wore gray chiffon over gray silk with gold spangles. The groom wore the conventional black. The home was beautifully decorated. A reception followed at their new modern home which was furnished by the groom and was in readiness. Many beautiful and valuable presents were received. Mrs. Emma Lee of Chicago, Ill., lifelong friend of the bride, and Mrs. Hattie Moore of Kansas City, Kan., received the guests. They are at home to their friends at the above address. Pinkie Jones, 942 Oakland avenue, Kansas City, Kan., is spending the holidays at Tinton and Bunton Mo. and Bonner Springs, Kan. Mrs. Maud Caldell, 832 Freeman avenue, Kansas City, Kan. after a delightful visit of several weeks in the South, has returned home. Rev. M. I. Waffield of the C. M. D. church, is here for one more year. We are pleased to have him return. Mr. J. W. Perry, president of the Southwest National Bank, Kansas City, Mo., delivered an address at Lincoln High school last Sunday afternoon. Mrs. Bessie Evans, 2428 Vine street, Kansas City, Mo., who has been ill, is up and out again. Miss Gladys Clayborne of Kansas City, Kan., and Mr. William Wright of Kansas City, Mo., were married last week and are at home at 1819 East Fourteenth street, Kansas City, Mo. (First published in the Topeka Plaindaleer Dec. 29, 1916.) In the Probate Court of Shawnee County, Kansas. In the Matter of the Estate of William Shanks, Decorated Creditors and all other persons interested in the aforesaid estate, are hereby notified that on the 30th day of January, 1917, I shall apply to the Probate Court sitting at the Court House in the City of Topeka Shawnee County, Kansas, for a full and final settlement of said estate and for an order of the Court finding and adjudging who are the heirs of William Shanks, deceased. W. HERBERT JAMISON. 4-w Administrator: XELENTO Quinine Pomade Copyrighted JAMES HAND and MAINAT P. BYRY wrote by that they had hardly any hair, but after bring hairless groom and a hair on their groom y Appreciates A Just one thing required to convince you of the leliiciousness of Meadow-Gold Butter. Try it. It's the butter that's going into hundreds of thousands of homes all over the country. Don't think that the tasty, fine-flavored may be too high priced. Meadow-Gold Butter never "soars" like some butters. 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Arriller Hair Success...25c-50c Shampoo Pearls...25c Straightening Oil...25c Dundraff and Tetter Cure...25c Jumble Grower...25c Arriller's Beauty Cream for Cleaning and Itleaching the Complexion...25c We make Braids and Guarantee them This Picture Shows Practical Results of to give satisfaction. This Picture Shows Practical Results of Our Treatment. GRADUATFR ARE GIVEN LIPLOMAB AGLNTR WANTED—For further Mme. Ada L. Fue Mar GRADIATES ARE GIVEN LIPLOMAS AND OUTFITS—PUPILS SOLICITED— AGLATE WANTED—For further information address— Mme. Ada L. Fue Manufacturing Company, PHONE 801 730 Indianapolis Avenue, MUSKOGEIL OKLAHOMA. A Corporation Formed Under the Laws of the State of Oklahoma BlackCowOil,Gas & Mining Co. YALE, KAN. Mrs. Sallie Knight is still on the nick list. Mrs. Mary Weaver's slister is still slick, though somewhat improved. The S. M. T. of Yale made Mrs. Hallie White of Pittsburg a present of a $350 vase and plate in recognition of her services as Princess for five years, and now she has given up the chair. Mrs. Mary Weaver is now serving as Princess for the S. M. T. Mrs. Carrie Redd of Nelson, Kan., is our Vice Princess. Officers were elected on Friday evening. Mrs. Hudson and Mrs. Davis made a fying trip to town on some important before-Christmas business. Mr. Dewberry of Yale butchered two hogs Saturday. Mr. Murdock and Mr. Beaton butchered on Monday. Northeastern J. O. Miller of Yale was hurt last work in the mine at Radley, Kan. Florean Walker of Franklin, Kan., has returned to Yale to finish school. NEVADA, MO. Miss Arnetta Campbell entertained the Ladies' Social Art club last Wednesday afternoon. Refreshments were served. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Garrison of Flagsaff, Arliz., have been guests of their nunt, Mrs. Eliza Lindley, for the past week. They left Saturday for Fort Scott, Kan., to spend a few days with relatives. Mrs. White of Parsons, Kan., accompanied by Mrs. Patterson and Mrs. Porter of that city, spent Thanksgiving with the former's relatives, Mr. and Mrs. Nelson Sweets of this city. Mrs. Henry Johnson, with many other ladies of Nevada, gave a surprise for Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Garrison. Mrs. Margrette Sweets and Mrs. Bertha Campbell spent Sunday in Appleton City with the former's relatives. Mr. James Henedrson of Joplin, Mo., spent Thanksgiving in Nevada with his wife and son. Mrs. Will Jones entertained Mrs. White, Mrs. Patterson and Mrs. Porter with a three-course dinner Friday evening at 5 o'clock. The dinner was delicious and the guests left for the six o'clock train declaring the hostess an ideal entertainer. The Thanksgiving dinner given at the A. M. E. church was very successful. Mrs. Arthur Davis gave a whist party in honor of Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Garrison Wednesday evening. The evening was spent in games and music. Dainty refreshments were served. Mrs. Nelson and daughter, Miss Leola Henderson, entertained Mrs. White, Mrs. Patterson and Mrs. Power at one o'clock luncheon. Mr. Clay, who has been on the sick Pat for several weeks, has improved greatly. Tonka Plaindealer: Mrs. M. B. Tule begs to thank the churches and choirs for the farewell meeting held at Mt. Pleasant Baptist church, Rev. John Richardson, pastor, Nov. 10th. A donation of $17 was given. The following choirs were present in full: Pleasant Green Baptist church, Mt. Zion, and part of the Eighth Street Tabernacle and King Solomon. The beautiful sermon was preached by Rev. Mr. Williams of Mt. Zion Byst church. Praver by Rev. Mr. Clay of King Solomon. Remarks by Rev. Mr. Webb of Mt. Olive Baptist church and others. A linen shower on Monday night following at the residence of Mr. H. D. Scott resulted in many useful articles of wearing apparel, among them a beautiful dress with all trimming for making. We thank the donors. Also, on Wednesday evening at the M. E. parsonage, where I resided, was another shower by Mesdame Dutham, Hayes and Abrams, bringing warm clothing, made and made. A farewell meeting was held the same evening at the M. E church, Rev. T. S. McMorris, pastor. Also stationery and other things from Mrs. M. C. Matthews and Mrs. Russell, members of the Spanish class. I am leaving the state of Kansas preparatory to leaving the country for my far off sunny field. Anyone wishing to reach me by mail in the near future address general delivery and oblige, in His name. M. B. TITLE. And now I say farewil" it may be for years, and it may be forever but to enemies and friends I try Farewell." People's Barber Shop MUSKOGEE, OKLA. Is now under the ownership of L. C. Eubanks, an experienced business man. Only first class barbers will be employed, and no rowdyism will be tolerated. Make my place your headquarters when in Muskogee. Pool hall in connection. First class work will be the kind you get at The People's. L. C. EUBANKS. Propietor, Muskogee, Okla. We are giving the public the best possible service. Automobile ambulance always ready. Complete automobile or horse drawn equipment. Quality and service; our Meadow-Gold Butter Meadow Gold Butter Butler & Son Piano Co., 610 Minnesota Avenue High Salaries, Commissions, Big Rents, Great Advertising Bills for you to Help Pay AT $1.00 PER SHARE CAPITAL STOCK $50,000 This corporation starts out with an exceptionally bright future, having 1,000 acres of Oil Leases scattered through the oil fields of Oklahoma, and backed up by solid, substantial business men. This is a rare opportunity for Colored men to invest. The colored man who desires to grow rich in the oil business, now has a chance. For information write Trolley To Kansas City! One of the most delightful rides in the State of Kansas is on the 'THOLLY 1111' between Kansas City and Leavenworth, Kansas. This line runs through beautiful and picturesque country. It takes you by the door of the State Pententiary at Lansing, Kan., the National holdem' home, Fort Leavenworth and both the federal and military prisons and many other important sight- seeing places. Cars leave Kansas City every hour on the even hour from 6 a. m. to 10 p. m. Icar leave Kansas City at 11:30 p. m. except Saturday nights last car leaves at 12 o'clock, midnight. Cars leave Leavenworth, Kan., every hour on the half from 6:30 a. m. to 10.30 p. m. except Saturday and Sunday nights. The cars leave at 12 o'clock, midnight. F SCALP CULTURE.... System Taught---Rates Cheap This is a marvelous opportunity for women who want to make money. We manufacture Arrier Hair Success, a wonderful remedy for growing the Hair, one that will do everything that any honest Hair preparation can do, just one thing required to convince you of the fact, and that is to THY IT. It's going into thousands of homes all over the country and is giving entire satisfaction to every one who uses it. Arttler Hair Success.....25c-50c Khampon Pearle.....25c Straightening Oil.....25c Dundraft and Tetter Cure.....25c Tumble Grower.....25c Arttler's Beauty Cream for Cleaning and Bleaching the Complexion.....25c We make Braids and Guarantee them to give satisfaction. SD OUTFITS — PUPILS SOLICITED formation address— PLAYERS PIANOS GRAFONOLAS VICTROLAS PATHEPHONES KANSAS CITY, KANSAS The two weeks revival conducted by the Rev. H. Franklin Bray Evangelistic company closed with forty conversions. Miss Daisy N. Peak spent Thanksgiving in Kansas City visiting with friends. Mrs. Fannie Vantrees, one of our most energetic and respected women, died Tuesday, Dec. 5. Rev. H. M. Davis conducted the funeral services at the A. M. E. church, assisted by Rev. J. E. Christopher. Mrs. Ida Jones of Colorado is in the city visiting her mother and other relatives. Mrs. Anna Caves and Alice Mills of Butler, Mo., were here to attend the funeral of Mrs. Fannie Vantrees, who was a sister of Mrs. Caves. Rev. Chas. Winston of Pittsburgh breached two very interesting sermons at the A. M. E. church Sunday. Rev. Winston is editor of The Beacon. Miss Mahel Patterson of Neodesha spent Thanksgiving in the city, the guest of Mrs. G. W. Lowry. Miss Patterson is a very pleasing young lady and holds a life certificate from the Kansas State Normal at Emporia. The Woman's Mission circle met at the home of Mrs. Lillie Smith last week. Charles and McKinley Vantrees were called home to the bedside of their mother. Mrs. Fannie Vantrees. Mr. L. C. Overshine dropped dead on the street last week. He was on his way to the station to go to Windsor, Mo., to spend Thanksgiving. His mother and sister, Mrs. Laurn Boaz of Kansas City, came down and accompanied the body to Windsor, Mo., for burial. Mrs. Harriet Fristo is in Kansas City visiting relatives and friends. Mrs. K. P. Bond is in the city visiting Mrs. R. M. Shelby and her many other friends. We are always glad to see Mrs. Bond's smiling face. Rev. J. E. Christopher and wife are spending a few days in Kansas City visiting relatives. Mrs. L. T. Ellison and family recently moved to Chicago. Mme. MaryA. Hubbard Mme. MaryA. Hubbard Scientific Treatment of the Scalp. Er- Hair Grower. Special attention aid to ladies of the race. An invitation attended them to visit my purloins at 523 East Oklahoma St., Enid, Okla. ...Use... O.K. LARD It's Pure. Sweet and Wholesome Chas. Wolff Packing Company Topeka, U. S. A. J.W. Monsey ARKANSAS CITY, KAN. 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I ---Save money while you can- Inter-State Distill this offer is good till Jan. 1, 1917 only. Do not get it. Don't wait. Don't delay while you can---Grab it. The Distilling Company. KANSAS CITY, MO. R HAIR GROWER. Remember this offer is good till Jan. 1, 1917 only. Now is your time to get it. Don't wait. Don't delay ---Save money while you can---Grab it. THE STAR HAIR THE STAR HAIR GROWER. A Wonderful Hair Dresser and Grower. One thousand agents wanted. Good money made. We want agents in every city and village to sell THE STAR HAIR GROWER. This is a wonderful preparation. Can be used with or without straightening irons. Sells for 25c per box—one 25c box will prove its value. Any person that will use a 25c box will be convinced. No matter what has failed to grow your hair just give THE STAR HAIR GROWER a trial and be convinced. Send 25c for full size box. If you wish to be an agent send $1.00 and we will send you a full supply that you can begin work with at once; also agents' INAY Order to HAIR GROWER MFGR, Greensboro, N. O. THE MAGIC SHAMPOO DRIER HAIR STRAIGHTENER MAILED ANY WHERE IN U.S. $100 POSTAGE PAID SEND MONLY BY POST OFFICE MONEY ORDER Address all letters to Magic Shampoo Drier Co. Minneapolis, Minn. not to individuals. ER IS A LADY'S CROWNING GLORY. And every lady can the Eagle will dry the hair after a shampoo or bath, and It will also stimulate its growth. The Aluminum Comb is heated direct, but takes its heat from the heating bar whic any other heater. We advise the use of Eayee' Hair Pamela C. Alcohol Heater, grimo 100. Liberal terms to regente write for literature today. COMPANY, MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA India Hair Grower SHAMPOO DRIER COMPANY A BEAUTIFUL HEAD OF HAIR IS A LADY'S Gift. It is she will use the Magic. The Magic will dry straighten the earlobe head of hair. It will also attune and lute the hair, because it is never heated direct, but is heated on our Alcohol Heater, or any other heater. Best on the market. Price per box, etc. Alcohol Heater. MAGIC SHAMPOO DRIER COMPANY. The East India WILL Hair, Strength the Hair, Wiry T If you The re THE MAGIC SHAMPOO AND HAIR STRAIGHTENER MAILED ANY WHERE IN U.S.$100 POSTAGE PAID SEND MONLY BY POST OFFICE MONEY ORDER Address all letters to Masse Shampoo Drier Co. Minnapolis, Minn. not to individuals. A BEAUTIFUL READ OF HAIR IS A LADY'S CROWNING GLORY.—And every lady can have it if she will use the Magic. The Magic will dry the hair after a shampoo or bath, and straighten the earliest head of hair. It will also stimulate its growth. The Alamainal Comb can not infuse the hair, because it is never heated direct, but takes its heat from the heating bar which is heated on our Alcohol Heater, or any other heater. We advise the use of Eayer' Hair Pomade. Best on the market. 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