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The Topeka Plaindealer Nineteenth Year. No. 2 A BREAKFAST ON "CROW!" A BREAKFAST ON "CROW!" Cub Reporter Partakes of His First Meal of the Famous Southern Dish. Twas 5115 when I reached Kansas City, the last station in Kansas before crossing the border into Oklahoma, her sister state. I was naked when the train stopped. In my drowsiness the stopping had half awakened me. I heard a colorful lady arouse her child and say: "Here's where we get some breakfast." There were a number of others of my race in the car and all seemed to be going for "breakfast." But all of them gathered all their luggage and packages. I was by this time nearly fully awake. I pulled out my time card, located the station on the map and it dawned upon me that I too had better take "breakfast," my first meal of legalized "Jim Crow." Once before I had been in a state that had a separate coach law but that time when I boarded the train I sought the very front seat of the front car and saved myself the lumination of having to change cars. But this time I had not thought of it because I was so sleepy. However, the moment I did think of it I was wide awake and this in spite of the fact that for three nights I had not been in bed. At first I was filled with resentment. I felt like remaining where I was and letting the conductor order me to make the change. I felt like creating a scene with him. But it took only a moment's reflection to paint out the folly of that course and sides the conductor was a good fellow as conservation with him afterward proved. To him it made no difference whether I moved or not. He was simply discharging his duty, not his duty but simply carrying out the orders of his superiors who in turn were not carrying out the requiems of the laws of Oklahoma, has conceived in girl and dedicated to the proposition that all Negroes are created subservient and unequal to any white man, no matter from what breed of pupils he came. For a moment it was a bitter dose. I looked into the faces of the whites as I pussed through the car. Not one did I see (and I do not speak loudly now) whose face displayed intelligence to superior to my own. Seventy-five per cent, perhaps per cent, per cent were of considerably less intelligence than I. But they at once because of the crossing of a physical line (no one saw it and no one knew exactly when it was crossed) became suddenly transformed into superior beings, were transformed, as it wore, not by the Father above but by the hosts of hell, that have for some time been deminent in some sections of the great land of liberty and home of the brave. Like a volcano my mind and heart within me belched forth intense and bitter resentment. I felt like fighting ever to my death, before taking the insult heuded upon me. But this lasted only for a moment and my calm returned to me. I looked at the poor devils who could no longer tolerate my offensive presence. I looked at myself, my black companions and the little black children in whom there was no guile. And then I looked at the "superior" people and instead of feeling to do violence felt like saying "God pity the poor devils;" poor not in this world's goods perhaps poor not in health and strength and vigor but poor in the bigger things of this life, poor in that they had robbed themselves, not me, or my people, of their manhood, but because they had scared their souls in that peculiar fire of prejudice, which though it seemingly strikes the man at whom it hurled scorches only and bleuches only the soul of the stoker of it, in that the viciousness of their more humanly savage ancestors had not decreased in them but had multiplied many many folk with their accumulation of wealth their acquisition of knowledge, their development (2) of character and their so-called civilization. Yes, God pity the poor devils and Yes. God pity the poor devils and give their apparent victims, (they themselves are the real sufferers for they have crawled into the fifth and mud and mire up to their necks that they might hissick us too); yes, pity them and help them to learn from us what a wonderful thing it is to be a real man with a real heart and with big broad shoulders, strong enough to bear without flinching so unjust a burden of this new twentieth century civilization which thus attempt to prove its contention that it is the greatest and best civilization that the world has yet known and that America is the one country in the world where freedom and opportunity reign supreme. JAY JAYHAWK. CLOSE-UP VIEW OF TULSA, OKLAHOMA! (By Harry O. Abbott, Formerly of Toneka.) The first thing one notice in coming into Tulsa is the immediate evidence that the town is alive wide- awkne and full of business.. It is a new town. Its buildings and skyscrapers give positive proof of this. Every body moves as though he or she had to be at a certain point within a moment's time. Most of the people are too busy to notice each other on the street. In this respect Tulsa is not different from white cities of the country. While not yet in the metropolitan class it is making a strong and rapidly growing bid for entrance into that exclusive class. And in a few short years Tulsa will be the real metropolis of the great Southwest. The business section now is not confined to one principal street nor two, but many, many streets. to my mind, it is a city of great opportunity. This is true of both white and colored people. One can go for blocks and blocks and blocks and see nothing but business houses; some large, some small, some well appointed and many shabbily equipped and apparently shabbily kept up. But all are busy. Customers are constantly going and coming. Many of the very smallest frequently have to put out the s. r. o. sign. There are enough restaurants and eating houses to people a small town and all of them are always open. Colored Tulsa is a different from white Tulsa in this respect. There is one section here in which you can find people engaged in nearly every kind of business that anybody else transacts. The town also offers a wonderful opportunity for constructive work. The people to a large extent though not altogether are of a happy-go-lucky disposition, are always good natured; never seem to worry and never seem to be bothered about improving their conditions and making better use of the many opportunities that they enjoy. In fact, we do not believe that they have a full conception of how great their opportunities really are. They have always had them and like most things to which one is accustomed they seemingly simply take them as a matter of course and as things which naturally fall to them and which are not of particularly great value and hence need little attention. Many people have the idea that Tulsa is a fast place, a bad place and that the boheman life is the only life lived here. But this is not so I have seen no people who look like bad people. BETHEL, KANSAS. Rev, David Thomas, of Edwards ville, was here Sunday, and preached for Rev. Houston, at the Oak Ridge Daintist church, in the morning. Rev. Thomas was the guest of Mr. Wade Scott, while Lete. Mr. Fred Spuilll, was in Kansas City on business Monday. Mrs. Delphia Thompson, entertained Rev. M. H. Houston, of Kansas City, at dinner Sunday. Mrs. Mildred Porter visited friends in Wolett, Sunday. Quite a number of our folks are on the side list this week. Among those most seriously indisposed are: Mrs. Gabriel Davis, Mrs. Pernina Thompson, Mrs. Annie Crockett, Mrs. Geo. Dunn, Mrs. Mary Graves, Mr. Geo. Porter, C. C. McLain, and William Robinson. Mrs. George Potter entertained a few friends Friday. Mrs. Rhoda Spruell, of "Hillcrest" form spent Sunday in Brenner Heights, the guest of her daughter, Mrs. Silas Williams. CHLTOPA, KANSAS. Mrs. Jane Finley and grandson, James, Jr., and son of the late Prof. J. E. Finley, have moved home. All are delighted to have this good family in our midst. Chetona mourns the loss of our true friend, Prof. J. E. Finley. The remarks by Prof. Grubbs and Mr. Watson at the funeral of Prof. Finley were well delivered and may be an admonition to some of our home boys to make a star in life as Prof. Finley his made. Mr. Finley, manager of a silver mine, has returned to his interests in New Mexico. His mission was a sad one. All were glad to see him. Mrs. Clera W. Drake remained until Tuesdry when she departed for her school near Edna. Mr. and Mrs. McGurvoch, of Joplin, Prof. and Mrs. Yeager, Miss Smiley, of Palmyra, Mo. who is attending High school in Roxter, Mr. Turner, Mr. Boston of Kansas City, were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. H. R. Smith and Mrs. Edmonds during the holidays. Mr. John Irvine, of Muskogee, Ok., sweet Christmas in the city. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas had an enjoyable visit from their son, Calvin Muck, wife and babe, Christmas. Miss Beecha Anderson, Lotta Washington, Gladys and Bessie Irvine, Robert Anderson, Mrs. Rosa Johnson and others were among the entertainers from Oswego who visited in Chetow, Christmas. Mr. and Mrs. Strickland, of Joplin, were among the Christmas visitors. and Mrs. Henry Barsett, Mr. and John Barsett, of It Scott attended Mrs. Barsett's brother's funeral Prof. J. E. Pinley. They returned home Saturday. Mr. Verne Powell, of Atoka, who has been to Kansas City on a visit to see his sister, Mrs. Eliza W. McGinnis, passed through the city Saturday MRS. CHILES PASSESTO A HIGHER LIFE After many weary months of pain and suffering, Tuesday at "high twelve," Mrs. Minnie Elizabeth Chiles, beloved wife of Mr. Nick Chiles, editor of this paper, passed from this to a higher life. The community mourns for this noble Christian woman, as her acts of kindness and charity were well known throughout the city. Hers was a life filled with activity, and her broad motherly heart went out in sympathy to high and low. With her all were human, all had faults, all would err and the mantle of charity should be thrown about them, and when the news of her demise spread over the city a feeling of deep regret was expressed by men, women and children of both races. A friend had gone, a woman into whose face ever gleaned the light of sunshine and joy, a woman to whom the dark side of life was a total stranger. Her crosses and difficulties in life were borne in silence and those about her she only pictured the bright side—the way to happiness and success. Mrs. Chiles was one of the state's most remarkable women. Possessed of a keen foresight, splendid business ability and a stranger to that which spelled "failure" she was an important factor in her husband's success in business. Mrs. Chiles was a partner that was never absent from her post of duty, working side by side with her life companion bearing an equal share of the burden without a murmur. Many weary hours when the weight of business was pressing hardest upon the husband and failure seemed inevitable, she has counselled him in the dead hour of the night picturing the bright side and the way to success. Mrs. Chiles was a home woman the happiness of which she devoted all of her energy and efforts, and in its building she was the life and spirit. Funeral services were held from her late residence, 014 Duehannan street, Friday afternoon, the Rev. J. G. C. Owens, presiding elder of the Omaha district, assisted by Rev. P. Jeree Pack, pastor of Saint John A. M. B. church, to which the deceased was a devoted member and the Rev. J. R. Ransom, of Kansas City, a friend and neighbor, officiating. The services were very solemn and impressive. "Beautiful Isle of Somewhere" was beautifully rendered by Mrs. Cecelia Thompson and Miss Ruby McKnight, then a touching prayer was offered by Rev. J. R. Ransom. The obituary was read by the Rev. Peck, which was a beautiful portrait of a useful and well spent life. Then the Rev. Owens, a former pastor of Saint John church and long time friend of the family, read a passage of scripture and paid a glowing tribute to the life and character of the deceased. He spoke with deep feeling, his eloquent words deeply penetrating the hearts of the large number of friends and relatives who had come to pay a last tribute of respect to one who had been near and dear to their hearts. The rich steel gray casket rested in the southwest corner of the porch which was beautifully draped in white. It was surrounded by a wilderness of flowers, tokens of esteem and respect from friends from every section of the country. It seems but yesterday when these friends and neighbors had assembled in this very room and where now rested all that was mortal of the then happy, smiling hostess, to witness the marriage of her oldest daughter. And in this same corner rested the sacred remains of her aged mother who preceded her a few short years ago. At the close of the brief service her remains were borne to the big, gray funeral car by her friends and neighbors, Messrs W. I. Jamison, H. G. Lamberson, Dennis Ray, J. W. Barker, H. J. Monroe and Fred Roundtree. Followed by a dozen or more of automobiles filled with sorrowing relatives and friends, the funeral cortege wended its way to beautiful Mt. Auburn cemetery where the remains of this devoted wife, loving mother, sister, true friend and loyal neighbor were deposited in a cement vault to repose until the final judgment. Olutuary Mrs. Minnie Elizabeth Chiles was born in Fairfield County, South Carolina, July 6, 1867, and was 49 years of age. She was united in holy matrimony at an early age to Mr. Nick Chiles, who survives her, Im- and spent a whilo with other relatives, Mrs. John Bussett, Sr., and Mrs. George Roberts. Miss Corrine Reece and sister, Mrs. Cullerton, returned to Tulsa, Okla. Miss Louise Morgan, of Pittsburgh, Misses Dollie and Lucele Curtis of Tulsa, returned to their respective schools after spending their vacation in Chetopa. bued with a spirit that would not yield to the oppressive hand of the South, together they came to Kansas thirty one years ago, settling in Topeka where they journeyed hand in hand; sharing each other joys and sorrows until Tuesday, January 9, 1917, at high twelve, when she sequestered her relations with that which is earthly and her soul was wafted to its Creator. Two children were born to this union: Armicholas, now Mrs. Geo. K. Williams, and Thelma. Two sisters. THE MUSEUM OF THE WORLD'S FINEST ART MRS. MINNIE CHILES. Miss Willi Smith, Mrs. Lucile Jordan and a brother, Pratele Smith, all of whom were at her bedside save Ia brothel who is in Mexico with the United States Army, surrey 1st. When a mere chill back in South Carolina she professed a faith in the Propheon of the Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ and adhered strictly to His teachings. Immediately upon settling in Topanga she united with Saint John A. M. E. church and was a faithful member until she was called to a higher life. All through the long, weary months of suffering, she offered to the Saviour and admonished her husband, children and sisters to ever follow the Christian way. Realizing that the end of the journey was near, she told them to retire not and pointed the way in which they should go. When life's tarns surged hardest and all seemed a great set of darkness and despair, she need it with the same sweet smile that was ever with her through all of her happiest, sunniest moments. And I was as she journeyed through the shadows of the valley of death, she feared not for evil. Thearna sweet smile, the same earnest appeal to her husband, daughters, sisters and friends to weep not for her but prepare to live was her watchword until the spirit of this noble soul took its flight to dwell with the God who gave it. She was conscious until the end, and to her it was the peace, joy and happiness she had lived and prayed for—the receiving of a well earned reward. Mrs. Chiles had not journeyed far upon life's highway and her untimely demise removes one of earth's brightest jewels. Humanity has lost a faithful friend, and unfortunate girls and boys a benefactor. She was a mother to the orphan and an angel of mercy to the sick, friendless and distressed. Her door always swung outward and the last crust was ever in her hand to be divided with those in need. "By their works ye shall know them," and her works will live in the hearts of many boys and girls to whom she has given a home and started upon the right path in life. It was her joy to journey through storm or sunshine and carry relief to some unfortunate, and she could not be content when she knew of someone in distress until she went to it all relief. She loved home and all that is beautiful, pure and noble and felt it her duty to give freely of all that would alleviate sorrow, pain and distress; her big Christian heart going out even to the "stranger within thy gate." Spendful woman she was. The world is better, the banner of the Chistian religion has been righteously held aloft and humanity benefited because Mrs. Chiles made us a brief visit. - I. S. All the friends were pleased to see Mrs. William Terrill nice Miss Lena Holmes of Vinita, Okla. While here she was the guest of her sister-in-law, Mrs. Nannie Holmes. AN.ADARKO, OKLAHOMAL Mr. and Mrs. L. A. Lewis, of Kingfisher, were in town visiting the latter's mother, Mrs. C. C. Clark. Have you paid for The Plaindealer? Well, you owe for another year! Do not say that your attention has never been called to the fact. "Fay off" and thereby keep a good thing in our midst. The State Teachers Association was well attended at Boley. Those attending from here were: Mrs. P. S. Bancon, Miss Edith Sanborn, Mr. W. A. and E. A. Dobson. Mr. Giles and Miss Hazel Braden, of Lookeba, were in town Wednesday on business. Mr. Charles Littlejohn, of Kansas City, is visiting his sisters, Meadames A. W. Johnson and J. B. Shaw. Mr. A. W. Johnson is on the sick list. The stork is very busy in and around here. Mr. and Mrs. Will Nuckols and family, also Mr. Horace Nuckols, who visited Mr. and Mrs. Dean Nuckols, of Hennessey, have returned home. Prof. R. E. Bullett is out on his crutches. We are glad to see him and his smile. On Monday afternoon, January 1 at the home of Mrs. S. D. and Mrs. A. W. Johnson, a great feast was spread of turkey, giblet sauce, goose with brown gravy and mashed potatoes, microwave and cheese, salmon salad, celery, olives, stuffed peppers, cinnamon sauce, California prunes, lemon custard, ice cream and cakes, apples, nuts and oranges. The visiting guests were Mrs. Hadley, of Chickasa, Mr. Charles Littlejohn, of Kansas City, Mr. Eph Nuckols, Sargent and Mrs. W. A. Brown. The feature of the evening was Master Marcelli Johnson, who was quite entertaining. All report a pleasant time. The First Baptist church has be gun a battle against satan. Rev D. G. Franklin, of Guthrie, bill quarterly conference here Jan- uary 7th. Mrs. Rosie Bell and Mrs. Thomas of Clichasn, were in the city a few hours. Sunday. YALE, KANSAS. Mr. George Baker is still rumored among the sick. Mrs. Cal Knight, who has been sick for a long while, departed this life December 24, 1916. The funeral was attended by the order of the Mysterious Ten. A great number of friends, a husband and numerous relatives remain to mourn her demise. Services were held from Mount Hebron church, the Rev. Ford officiating. Interment in Yale cemetery. Mrs. Stella Cleveland, of Des Moines, Iowa, is visiting for mother and sister. Mrs. Gaines, Mrs. Cobb and S. White were in Yale Christmas visiting Mrs. Louis. Miss B. Beaton and Miss Dewberry visited Crownburg, recently. Mrs. Hudson and Miss Ruby Miller went to the entertainment even Crownburg by the Masons on New Years. Mrs. Hudson is on the sick list. Mrs. Dewberry is on the sick list. You may never know it happened if you fail to read The Plainndaler. B. C. GARHART OPENS A NEW GROCERY STORE. Popular Business Man Will Operate an Up-to-Date Store. The grocery formerly owned and operated by Mr. D. W. Beek at 311 W. 11th street has been purchased by Mr. D. C. Garhart, and was opened for business yesterday morning with a nice, fresh clean stock of everything to be found in an upstate grocery. Mr. Beek's retirement from business left the colored people in a quandry as to where best to trade, and The Plaindealer takes pleasure in recommending the handsomely stocked store of Mr. Garhart, who is not only a good business man but a courteous, kind and polite gentleman; a man who will appreciate your patronage and treat you and your children with the utmost courtey and respect. Numerous complaints are often made by our people about discounties shown their children when rent to stores, such as being teased by clerks, short weights, a thing for which you need have no fear when patronizing Mr. Garhart for anything, children will be given preference. Mr. Garhart is one of those broad minded liberal gentlemen and his fine disposition and polite manner makes it a real pleasure to deal with him. You will save money, get first-class service and be treated right. INDEPENDENCE, KANSAS. Miss Awildo Brown came from Kunyva City on her way home and stopped in the city to visit relatives and friends. Miss Ethel Foreman and Mr. Dewey Dotson and James Ray of Norwata, Okla., were in the city visiting the Garland girls. Miss Myrtle Garland has returned from Joplin, Mo. Missen Form Garland, Jean Everett, Opal Williams, were in Oswego, Sunday. The ladies of the Social club entertained Tuesday night. Mrs. W. Flake is living on her farm in Bartlesville, Okla. Mrs. H. Garland has been on the sick list. Mr. Woods is fast improving. Miss Normie Featherson, of Tulsa, Okla., was visiting in the city. SPRINGFIELD, MO. Much good resulted from a united effort of a week's prayer which was conducted by the ministers and members of the several churches of the city. The effect of such a timely service for the Master was felt throughout the city. Rev. E. W. Hannah, formerly of this city, but now a resident of St. Louis, filled the pulpit of the Pitt's M. E. chapel at the morning and evening service. Rev. Hannah is a forceful and expressive speaker and all who failed to hear him missed a spiritual feast. Rev. Hannah is pastor of the Mission church of St. Louis, Mo. A Christmas dinner and family reunion were held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Ford of Chestnut street, Sunday, January 7. Covers were laid for the family, who were: Rev. E. W. Hannah of St. Louis, Mrs. Kate Long, Mrs. Elmer Hannah, Mr. Hannah the father, and Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Ford. All greatly enjoyed the association and feast. Quite a large and appreciative number were present at both morning and evening service. Miss Voda B. Hardy, who was somewhat indiplosed, was able to be at her post of duty on Monday. Miss Carrie May Foster has been on the sick list, but is better at this writing. Mrs. Lydia Gray has returned from Kansas City, where she was summoned owing to the illness of her son, Mr. Con Gray. He and wife returned with Mrs. Gray. Mrs. and Mrs. Walter Smith of Billings street, entertained quite a number of friends during the Christmas holidays, who greatly enjoyed their hospitality. Mrs. Lon Vickers and son Lonnie, of 1228 North Main street, had a delightful visit in St. Louis with her daughters, Misses Marie and Manzanetta, during the Christmas holidays. Mrs. John Yoakum has returned from Iowa, where she went to visit her daughter, Mrs. Pansy Perkins. Mr. William Smith is again on duty carrying mail, after having been ill for two or three weeks. Euclid Chapter No. 23, O. E. S., enjoyed a good meeting Wednesday. Mrs. Mattie Young, R. M., and Rev. J. S. Dorssey in the chair. Past R. P. Wm. Smith conducted the scriptural exercises for the new year. Mrs. Pearl Thomas of St Louis street will receive the degrees of the chapter at the middle meeting. Rev. J. S. Dorsey ably filled the pulpit of the Washington Avenue Baptist church Sunday, as the present pastor. Rev. Young, was really too full and elated for utterance—and why shouldn't he be, his members and friends just having presented him with a $65 suit and very expensive footwear to correspond. This Christmas marks a very happy event in Dr. Young's young life, yet old in the ability and strength to do pleasing and acceptable work for the Master. WATONGA, OKLA A committee of seven met at H. S. McGee's store and sent out Christmas dinners to eleven aged widowers and widows, assisted with a contribution of $1.25 by the pupils Sisters of Mt. Calvary Baptist Church Missionary Circle gave the Sunday school children candy, nuts and oranges Christmas night, and also served supper. They took in $9.00. Mr. and Mrs. Chas, Porter gave their annual New Year dinner. As the clock struck eight the guests assembled around the table, upon which was spread a delicious two course dinner. After the dinner, games were enjoyed. The guests departed at a late hour, declaring that they were looking forward to be called back again in 1918. HUGGINSVILLE, MO. The Masons held a reception December 27 at the A. M. E. church. Only the members and intimate friends of the order were invited. Everything was carried out in up-to-date order., the members feel very proud of their Worshipful Master, Mr. J. W. Perry. Misses Alberta Smith and Gussie Blv, spent Sunday in Blackburn. Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Groves and daughter Minnie spent Thursday in Kansas City on business. Mr. Isadore Workcutt spent his holidays in Sedalia, Mo. Rev. and Mrs. McAlister visited friends in Kansas City during the holidays. 101LENE KAN Mrs. Ed Brisco is visiting with her mother, Mrs. Baskerville. Miss Lettle White went to Osawatomi Wednesday. Miss Iryn Calvin returned to Iliawatha Sunday after spending the holidays with relatives. Rev. J C. Rogers preached two interesting sermons at Mt. Zion Baptist church Sunday. The Modern Priscilla Art club met with Mrs. D. Bell Tuesday evening. A very pleasant evening was spent. Mrs. R. Traves and little daughter Katherine are visiting relatives here. Mrs. Jennie Bell is on the sick list. Mr. and Mrs. Woody of Salina visited Ablene Sunday. NICK CHILLS . . . Editor and Owner CHIPP. DAUGHMAN. . . Traveling Agent Entered at the Postoffice at Topeka, Kansas, as Second Class Mail Matter. Address all communications to The Popka Plaindealer, 1129 Kansas Avenue, Topeka, Kansas. Money sent by Fipress, Postoffice Money Order or Registered Lath- at at our risk; otherwise at the risk of the sender. When the attention of The Plaindealer is called to any misstatement of facts in these columns, or to any error concerning any man or thing, correction will cheer- fully be made. Unused communications, except from our regular correspondents, will not be published. SHAWNEE, OKLA. Your scribe, due to illness, was the guest for several days at the H. C. Provo hotel, 120 Broadway, Shawnee Okla., where he received many courtesies. This is a modern two-story brick with seventeen rooms, all neatly furnished. Mr. Provo is an affable host and goes out of the way to make it pleasant for his guests, who are among some of the best people in the state of Oklahoma. The eating department, known as the Portor's Cafe, is conducted in a manner above criticism, and one expert chef and courteous waitresses are employed. Such high class places are entitled to the support of the race. Men of Mr. Provo's caliber are the kind who should be in business. SCMINOLE. The scribe called at Seminole, Okla., a place where there are very few colored citizens. However, there is a neat school building and the principal of the school, Prof. L. A. Clark, is a very able man and is doing yeoman service for the race. There are more than fifty bright-eyed boys and girls, who are being thoroughly trained. Prof. Clark is attempting to build up a great school, and we are glad the people like him. Mr. and Mrs. Carson were kind enough to feed your scribe. While we failed to secure many readers, we made friends. "The colored Masons have just created a nice hall and there are a few good homes. SALINA, KANSAS. Mr. Porter Taylor and Miss Rosa Taylor, of Greensburg, returned home Sunday, after a short visit with their aunt, Mrs. Joe Green. Mrs. R. C. Cox and Mr. Clarence Hudson are reported ill at this writing. Miss Elizabeth Jackson entertained a number of friends at the Country club. All who attended report a jolly, good time. Miss Gladys Jones returned to her home in Chicago, Monday after a short visit with relatives. Mrs. Nora Williams has returned from Denver accompanied by Mr. and Mrs. Fred Williams. It has been quite a number of years since Mr. and Mrs. Williams were here. Their many friends are glad to see them back again. Mrs. Katie Perrian died at her home on North Fourth street. The deceased had lived here for a number of years. She was a member of Saint John Baptist church; a true Christian and was also a member of Sunbeam Tabernacle. The children's Loyal Temperance Legion which was recently organized by the W. C. T. U. met with Miss Louise Green on last Saturday. The children are growing quite interested in the work. They have for their leader, Mrs. W. C. Woodley. Mr. Charles Stewart, of Chicago, was in the city Sunday and delivered two interesting lectures—one to men and the other to women. On Sunday evening he preached an excellent sermon to a crowded house. We hope to have him with us again soon. Mr. Cliffone DePriest celebrated his seventeenth anniversary Monday evening at the home of his sister, Mr. and Mrs. Austin. The evening was spent in games and music. The several guests departed for their homes at a late hour and all report a good time. PARSONS, EAN. Rev. C. B. Blackwell of Harl, Ark., is the guest of his brother, J. R. Blackwell. Rev. and Mrs. Cartwright have returned home from their visit in Kansas City. Mrs. S. S. Cherry has returned home from attending a wedding at Waco, Texas. Miss Bentine Reeves of Port Scott spent a day and a night with Miss Della Dayh, while on her way to school. Mrs. J. H. Book r is ill. The recital given by Messis. and Woolf is excellent. Mrs. Johnson, a member of the A. M. P. coch, died January 4. Prof Male, and his new bride met at home at the Waco town hall. at home of 111 North in Wonton The Jardin et Lah was royally follows CAYARA SANTA MIGRADA Mr. Chas. T. Woods has returned to school. The Solclability club was entertained Friday night by the Messrs. Williams. Mr. Berl Fox spent a few days visiting. Miss Awildo Brown in Independence Miss L. Clakr and Mrs. Fox have resumed their studies in Pittsburg. Mrs. Ransom's sister and niece returned to their home in Oklahoma Sunday. Mr. Miller, on Morton street, is confined to his bed. Misses Opaline and Corine Bradley gave a line party Friday afternoon for their cousin. Mrs. Laura Bradley entertained a dinner party for Mrs. Alberty. Mrs. Crump of Chicago is attending the bedside of her father, Mr. J. W. French. Miss Zola Manley of Independence and Miss Roumania Williams of Pittsburgh, Kan., and Messrs. Marville Fines, Edward Hill and Irvin McCain of Independence spent Sunday evening with the Misses Bradley. Mrs. Emma Mitchell is ill. Mrs. E. Jefferson is sick. Mrs. Mue Smith is on the sick list. A New Year's dinner was given by Mrs. T. O. Handy for her husband on his return from St. Louis. The guests were Mr. and Mrs. R. II. Turner and Mr. and Mrs. J. II. Booker. Rev. Cartwright is now holding his great revival. If you have any news or ads for the Plaindealer, see Mrs. Angeline Handy, 2109 Morgan avenue. OTTAWA, KAN. Miss Rhoda Harrington, of Paola, was the guest of Mrs. Harrison Ballwin during the holidays. Mr. Mance Dundan, who was employed by the Elder Mercantile Co., before his present illness was surprised by a Christmas gift of seventy dollars, it is reported. Miss May Powers returned to Topeka where she is a student in the Topeka Industrial Institute, after visiting with her mother. Mrs. Alice Cheek, through the holidays. Mr. Allen Ewing, who formerly lived here is to have his legs amputated in Kansas City because of frozen feet. Mr. Guy Edwards will preach a trial sermon for license to preach, at the Third Baptist church, Wednesday, Jan. 3d. The colored people of Franklin county are looking for some of the political pie that is to be cut in the early part of 1917. In fact, they are expecting some of it; more than that, they are entitled to a few pieces of it. The three cent entertainment at the A. M. E. church last week was a success; $10 was realized from the effort. Revival services are in progress at the A. M. E. church. Mrs. W. S. J. Lewis is proving to be the right woman in the right place as superintendent of the Sunday school. The official board of the Third Baptist church was entertained at a luncheon by Pastor S. A. Williams last Friday. The affair was a manifestation of unity between pastor and officers. Rev. Van Luc, state missionary, preached at the Third Baptist church last Tuesday night, and D. A. Jefferson, V. D. M., of Coffeyville, last Wednesday night. Marshall Woods returned to Quindaro to resume school work after spending the holidays with his parents, Rev. and Mrs. C. A. Woods. Mrs. Certrude Hooker of Council Grove is visiting her mother, Mrs. Andrews. The Do Your Best Club met at St. Paul's A. M. E. church Tuesday, January 2. After attending to some important business a lunch was served and a meet stum was cleaned. Services at St. Paul's A. M. E. church were well attended Sunday, January 7. COUNCH, GROVE, KANSAS, Mr. and Mrs. Goffill Walker, of Topel, can be visiting relatives. Miss Lydia Johnson went to Dunlap and returned Saturday evening. Miss Ida McCoy went to Dunlap on Saturday morning and returned in the evening. Miss Della Moore went to Dunlap, Sunday morning and returned Tuesday evening. Mr. Edwin Bailey of Rock Creek was married January 1st to Miss Amel a Ball at her home in Durpinia. The invited guests of the Grosse wore: Mr. Harry Harden, Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Hunting, Mrs. Millard Hunting, who got us mail of Honor and Mr. Daniel Hunting, best man Mr. and Mrs. Ed Bailey returned to their home on Rock Creek, Monday evening. Mr. and Mrs. Will or give a musical revital at the M. H. church. The roof also a total of Dollar land and Pay Johnson is dressed at the library Friday night. Miss Jane Gaydon, of Dunlupin, is employed at the Woodland home, on the land and half from the city. Henry Sturgeon went to Departure on Saturday morning and came back that evening. The date for Friday night "Wit the Most Valuable, a House or an Inn." 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Ada's Hair Grower In 3 months will make the Hair long, soft and glossy. A trial will prove it. When in leuvenworth, call on the manufacturer. We want the Agents to represent us in every city and hamlet in the great West. BOX OF PRESSING OIL, 25c BOX OF HAIR GROWER, 50c Mrs. Ada Montgomery, MANUFACTURER. 517 Sharer AT LEAVENWORTH, KAY. HERE IS THE LAST CHANCE TO GET FIVE ACLES OF LAND NEAR KANSAS CITY AT REASONABLE TERMS. Wichita, Kansas The largest Department Store in Kansas has just issued a 20 page catalogue containing information to help customers of Hon. To Toro System... Hair and Scalp Treatment, Maniculing and Message. 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 Edwardsville, Kansas. He has several hundred acres of land divided into five and ten acres 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. (Advt.) Mrs. I. F. Brown and M. J. L. tender in hours entertained a number of friends Saturday evening at the rented home of Mr. Brown Dr. Butler and wife spent Saturday in El Reno on business, with a birthday dance. Hon Roscoe Duncan, editor of The Rock Depot, Oklahoma City, was holding hands with his many friends in the city, and was away. M. Ann Hidley spent New York in Arizona, the guest of Rev. Donon in N.Y. Mrs. Jessie Hudley Chall, who was very ill at her home on S. Street is imposting. Miss Grace McAfee and sister of Card of Thanks We desire to thank our many friends who so kindly aided and assisted us during the illness and death of our son, father and brother, Mr. James E. Finley, Sr. We render our sincere thanks to the Household of Ruth, of Vinita, Okla., and Chetopa for their beautiful floral emblems and loving words of sympathy. We feel that words are inadequate to express our gratitude and appreciation to the W. H. and F. M. Society of Bethel A. M. E. church of Vinita, Mrs. Daniels and Sudduth; Misses Edith Smith and Elue Nash of Vinita and the Vinita High school for floral offerings. We also thank the Teachers of Vinita, Okla., schools for lovely floral offerings of respect, and with what high esteem they held for their co-worker. Again we offer thanks unto the choir of Bethel A. M. E. church of Vinita for their service rendered and for the songs which were so sweetly and beautifully rendered. Th's grief we knew was sure; Ol Lord has come at last. Elest be Thy name for present pa Blest be Thy name for present pain, and for the noisy nest. and for the weary past. How merciful thy chastening is How tender it can be. How wonderful all persons are Our world of friends thins round us fast With which thy shives are given. That ties which bound us most to earth Most strongly draw to Heaven. MRS. JANE FINLEY, MR. JAMES E. FINLEY, Jr. MRS. VENCE RAY AND FAMILY. MRS. NANCY POWELL AND FAMILY. MRS. HATTIE BASSETT AND FAMILY. INDEPENDENCE, KANSAS. Mrs. B. Vanderford, of Arkansas City, was in the city last week visiting friends and relatives. Miss Williams and one of her school mates from the Pittsburg Normal were visiting at her home in the city. Mrs. I. II. Montgomery has gone to her future home in New York City. The Garland girls and Mr. D. Brown went to Chetopa a few days ago to attend a ball. Miss Fannie Hoilstein and Miss Bertha Garland are on the sick list. Mr. Berl Fox was in the city last week. Mr. C. Holliday spent Sunday in the city with Miss Fern Garland. Mr. J. Holland is on the sick list. CLAREMORE, OKLAHOMA. The A. M. E. Sunday school and C. E. League are doing nicely under their young superintendent, Emma Dean Belle and young president, Miss Cathyrene Buchanan. Mrs. Idella Eastman is on the sick list, but is improving at this writing. Lincoln school is doing nicely with Prof. C. C. Bultran, Miss Stella Williams and Miss Orn P. Morton as instructors. Mr. and Mrs. E. M. Rainy have purchased an upright piano. Rev. W. H. Buchanan has returned to the city. To the Wife of One Who Drinks I have an in grant card a gift in marge for you. It will be sent to you on Friday and will be sent to 8 days and mk home is ppy Wonderful, safe, hating刷 bl, he, p. alive mk quarantan sed Write hating刷 bl, he, p. L, station a, New York, N, Y. having to other The Boston Store Class Service All Work Charge anteed MRS. VIOLA LEVY. L. W. Vitos SL. GUTHRIE, OKLA. Mme. 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Illustrated Book FREE consequent. GEOPER P. P. BUNGAY 28 Sq. William St. New York Bartlesville, Okla., is in the City visiting her parents and friends. For any information directed write H. G. Greene, 909 Iowa The Daughters of Tabor were professors at a banquet Tuesday evening at the Rex hall. Mrs. Ida Early, of Oklahoma City was the guest of her sister, Mrs. J. L. Henderson at her birthday dinner, Saturday. Mrs. J. P. Brinson entertained at a birthday dinner Sunday afternoon for her husband at their home on Henderson St. Those present were Rev, and Mrs. H. H. Williams, Rev, Jones, Mr. and Mrs. T. S. Jackson. Mrs. Florence Smith, of Bison, Okla., have returned home after several days' visit at the H. H. Williams residence. We have two new teachers at Lincoln High school: Miss Wilson, domestic science and Miss Essie Lee Holman, of Topeka. HIAWATHA, KAN. Mrs. Enola Mayes returned Monday to her home in Kansas City after spending Christmas with her parents. Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Waltball. Mr. John Hughes spent a few days in Kansas City last week. Mr. Hughes is operating a successful pantatorium, clothes cleaning and repair business. He owns a nice two-story modern home in a good locality and is enjoying life with his amiable wife and two fine children. Mr. Thomas Allen is visiting his sister at Ottawa, Kan. Mesdames Elhu Walker and Columbus Greer were recipients of fine victolas as Christmas gifts. Mr. Geo. Goins of Soldier, Kan., spent a few days in the city last week. The funeral of Mr. Ulysses Hunn, who died in North Dakota, was held Friday from the home of his brother, J. W. Hunn. The deceased is survived by two sons, Crede and Waldo; three brothers, one sister and a host of friends to mourn his demise. Miss Clintonia Brooks, the only daughter of Mrs. Jessie Bailey, was united in marriage to Mr. John Henry Adams during the holidays. This young couple have our best wishes for a successful voyage on the matrimonial sea. Rev. J. R. 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McClain, of Larned, has been visiting Mrs. Scott Thompson and other relatives. Mrs. Sarah White, of Carbondale, visited in Topeka this week, guest of Mr. and Mrs. Guy Douglas. Mr. George E. Payne, of Newton, and Mr. L. R. Huff of Wichita, are visiting in the city this week. Mrs. Fannie Douglas and Mrs. Nellie Posten visited in Carbondale Wednesday, guests of Mrs. Sarah White. Mrs. S. F. Malone, city welfare worker went to Atchison Wednesday to enter a child, in the State Orphan Home. Rev. L. S. Sparkman, of Pattsbald and Rev. Robert Cov, of Salina were pleasant callers at this office on Wednesday. Mrs. Mattle Sneede Scott left yesterday for Amarillo, Texas, to make her home. Mr. Scott has been located there for some time. Mrs. Aaron Green was a very delightful caller one day this week and renewed her subscription to The Plaindealer for another year. We are not fortune tellers, hence we cannot record your parties, receptions, etc., unless you let us know. Phone or write us your news. WANTED—A young woman or girl to assist in mailing the Plaindealer each week, one who can come when called one day of each week. FOR SALE—A bargain, two hydraulic barber chairs, two chair mirror, oak case. Address Mrs. Bertha Tyler, 117½ West Fifth St., Newton, Kan. Mrs. Lucy Shaip, of Eskridge, spout the week end in the city, visiting her granddaughter, Miss Corine Shields, who is rapidly improving from an attack of pneumonia. Dr. W. R. Russell, the popular dentist, witnessed the Lankford Johnson bout at Kansas City, Mo., on New Year's day, and visited with his sister at Leavenworth before returning. Mrs. Ida M. Jordann, 903 N. Western avenue, has been suffering severe pain from one of Job's pests on the side of her face. Since being lanced she is feeling greatly relieved and doing nicely. HOME WANTED for a bright, intelligent little boy, aged seven years. Any one desiring such a child should write or apply at once to MRS. S. P. MALONE, 827 Center street, Topela, Kansas. Mrs. Will Smith and Miss Alice Smith have returned from Kansas City where they spent the holiday, the guest of Mrs. Matthew Whitlow. The former is one of The Plain-dealer's most successful circulators. Mrs. Anna Hodge Smith has returned from Chicago where she spent several months visiting. Mrs. Smith says that she intends to remain in Topela until spring when she will take up her abode somewhere in the East. Mr. William Gordon, our time honored friend of Ellsworth, is in the city and will remain for the next fifteen days, having been assumed to a position at the state house. He is a guest at the home of Mrs. Ellen Slaughter, 1107 Monroe street. Mr. "Dull" Works, of Arkansas City, one of the "old guard" who was a member of the "fifth house" of the Kansas legislature when Hons. Joe B. Bass, Nel O'Bannon, Harry Woods, Billy Grimes and other political and social lions reigned in Topeka, is again in our midst. "All Kansasans and especially Topekaans are doing well and prospering" was the declaration of Mr. W. D. Cooper, veteran, Santa Fe employee who recently returned from Los Angeles, where he visited several weeks with his daughter, Mrs. H. E. Sheppard. --- Will White of the Detailed Service school in Lovensworth, who was convicted of litting, Sirrett Jackson Institution and sequestered to die on the soffit in inside happy by President Will who commuted the sentence to life imprisonment Hon. Dennis Jones defended him at the trial in Lovensworth. Miss Dina Smith Greene an expert senator, and trustist, returned from a visit in two weeks, where she fell ill with a joy and happiness all of the little Greenees. Her Christmas contained present from a doll in a fur coat, and a Santa Claus in all Kansas, and a warmer will come than "Sister" Edna, and her co-workers are equally as happy to have her back on the job. CHICKENS, TURKEYS, GEESE, DUCKS AND FRESH EGGS. J. A. Holder is selling thou cheaper than anyone in Topeka. I g profit to you on every purchase. PHONE 1395. 923 Kansas Ave. or 1514 Quincy 4. The Apex THEATRE THIRD AND KANSAS AVE. MONDAY. Eighth Episode "Liberty," two reels. "Lured but Cured," L-Ko-Com, two TUESDAY. TUESDAY. "Behind Life's Stage," two reels. "It's All Wrong," one reel comedy. Beautiful Temples of Ceylon. WEDNESDAY. "Breaking Into Society" (T. Dobbs), two reels. two reels. "The Unfurnished Case," Rex Dr. "Room Rent and Romance," Vic. Comedy. THURSDAY. Sixteenth Episode "The Iron Claw," two reels. Coming, Grace Cunard and Francis Ford in "The Purple Mask," FRIDAY. Special "Red Feather" Feature. "Barriers of Society," five reels. SATURDAY. "A Soul at Stake," two reels. "Little When Lindy Sang" and "Diplomacy." Weekly No. 41. Always a Good Show. Satisfaction Given or Money Back. Mr. T. J. Jordan, of Wellington, is in the city this week on business. Anyone wishing agency for a high-class three price tailor made $12.50, $15, and $18 Clothes, answer this ad. at once—for Spring and Summer. Give full name and address, state, county and city.—Robert H. Morston, 2024 Morgan Ave., Parsons, Kansas. Mrs. Essie Birdwhistle and daughter Jaunita have returned from Dacoma, Ohio, where they spent the holidays with her sister, Mrs. M. J. Miller, who with her husband resides on a well stocked 160-acre farm and they are the only colored people within twenty-five miles of that neighborhood. They report a delightful visit. We are in receipt of a neat little foller from our friend and most worthy contemporary, Mr. A. K. Dietzman, who has established an up-to-now trade plant—a place where printers not owning linotype machines can secure good work without being insulted for bringing him their business. Mr. Dietzman is located in Charlie Trapp's "Rag Shop" on B. Eighth street, where also dwells Frank Brown's "Trades Unionists." These gentlemen are printers and publishers of the highest-class, and while one may not think it, they are real, genuine human beings. Stop in, look 'em over and be convinced. NOTICE! Executive Board of Western Baptist Convention to Meet. The Executive Board of the Western Baptist Convention will meet in Kansas City Kansas at the Metropolitan church, of which Dr. D. A. Holmes is pastor, January 16, 1917. Every member is requested to be present, as there is business of importance to be attended to, and an urgent request is made that we have each member present. Please remember the place and date of the meeting. Hoping to see you at the time named, Tuesday, January 16th at 2:30 o'clock without fail, we remain. Frequently yours. LIKEALL HELP WANTED V1 is an opportunity to comfort the living, and a win, a plan to go to an V2 Wang, and the Stu's N a things No it will be at the 1st of the 10th, Return to the place of life, to a good place with a life in a life WHEN IN OMANA THE PATTON HOTEL, Middle So. of Union Station. P. P. PATTON, Prop. SERVICE IN CONNECTION Meals at All Hours. Troupe Douglas 4445. 401 A. NEBRASKA 1014-18 So 11th St KINKY HAIR Becomes Straight, Soil, Glossy, Long Like Picture by Using HEROLIN Hair Drying Not Sticky for Groom/ Locks, Coats, Hats, Hair Brushes, Hair Dressing shaves hair or each long haircut of Lo Sued and fainting hair. Send Strikes per cent for a city of Horellin. Bold on a bare buzzes else. HEROLIN MED-GIRL CO., Atlanta, Ga. AGENTS WANTED Terms. FOR RENT—We have 110 acres of land to rent out in five and ten acres 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. Teenle Sinkford. HAIRDBREDER Pomade, Bhampoo and Hair Tonic. Scalp Treatments a Specialty. Braids made to order. Straightening Combs, Electric Combs and Brushes for sale. All Mail Orders given Prompt Attention 4018 Bed — 209 Jackson Street, Topeka, Kansas. A. L. Abbott, Painter, Paperhanger and Decorator. ALL WORK GUARANTEED. Phone 2854 Red. 933 College Av. TOPEKA, KA3 DR. J. M. JAMISON—327 Madison Street, Special Discourses. Phone 959. DR. S. FLOURNOY, PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON. 609 Kensans Ave. Office hours: 9.00 a. m. to 12 M. 2.00 p. m. to 5.00 p. m. 7.00 p. m. to 8.00 p. m. AT OFFICE EVENINGS. Phone 1147 DR. J. LOUIS RANSOM, Physician and Surgeon 409 Kansas Avenue Office Hours—9.30 to 12.00 a. m. 1:30 to 5.00 p. m.; 7:30 to 9:00 evening. 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 8987. Res. 1331 Monroe St—Tel. 8987 R—2. OFFICE HOURS—9.30 to 10.30 a. m. DR. THADDEUS P. MARTIN. Physician and Surgeon Phone 2608 832 Kansas Avenue Residence: 1026 Buchanan Street Residence Phone: 8608 R—2 Telephone 774. eRes. 415 OLIVER A. TAYLOR, M. L. Physician and Surgeon Office: 334 Kasson Ave. (Over Gilbert's Drug Store.) across from Throop Hotel. Calls answered Night and Day.—Residence 014 Buchanan Street. DR. W. ROGER RUSSELL. DENTIST. DENTIST. ALL WORK GUARANTEED TO GIVE ...SATISFACTION... 832 Kansas Avenue Telephone 14:2 Hours—3 to 12 a. m. 1 to 5:30 p. m. DR. CHAS. L. WILLIAMS Dentist Sunday by Appointment 400 KUMAA Avenue — TOPEKA, KAN. Undertakers and Funeral Directors On parry one of the finest lines of UNDERTAKING GOODS in the State. We never sleep. Two Licensed Embal- lars in attendance STONE 52 870 QUINCY ST. Heart to Heart ...Talk... T is said that a lady could walk anywhere in white satin slippers in fine weather in the brick-paved streets of Brook, Holland, without fear of soothe them—the city is said to be the closest in the world. No trash encumbers the stocks in the store; they are as clean as the provenial "whistle." We see to it that nothing unworthy enters de- pito the temptation to sit down and rest now and then and let the Duat of Slothfulness accumulate to your impulse and distrust. You can will 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 sple, span and cleerful looking stocks and pleasant faces brighten up the darkest places here. This stone inhites you to shop low basement you of Courteous treatment and Solendal Value. Company. SALINA, KAN. Mrs. Dora Alexander was hostess to the Childs' Welfare club on the 4th. DRESSMAKER (white) will open a school for colored. Partner wanted also teacher and pupils. Address—DRESSMAKER, Woodland Hotel, Kansas City, Mo. The East Hill Art and Social club met at the residence of Mrs. H. C. Wilson recently. Fifty cents was given for charity. On January 10, 1917, the club was pleasantly entertained by Mrs. Peak. A comfortor made by the club was given as a prize to the member collecting the most money. Mrs. Wilson having the largest sum received the comfortor. The next meeting will be with Mrs. Dora Alexander. (First Published in The Topekn .. Plaindealer, January 12, 1917, PUBLICATION NOTICE. Pearl Lage, Plaintiff, 18. (No. 30630.) W. J. Lage, Defendant. State of Kansas, Shawnee County, 88. State of Kansas to W. J. Lage. Greeting: You are hereby notified that you have been sued in the Dis trict Court of Shawnee County, State of Kansas, by the above named pla tiff, for an absolute divorce and for the legal control and custody of the three minor children, the fruit of the marriage, and that unless you answer the said petition by the 23d day of February, 1917, the allegations in sall petition will be taken as true and judgment rendered against you in accordance with the prayer in sall petition. F. D. HUMPHREYS. Attorney for Plaintiff. (Attests) Mary L. Chapin, Clerk District Court. Bt. Mcd. Schmidt, Deputy By M. A Schmidt, Deputy. WEIR, KAN. Mr. and Mrs. Noble of Kansas City spent Christmas with Mrs. Noble's parents, Mr. and Mrs. M. Lee. Miss Helen Hobbs is visiting in Kansas City. Judge Moore and wife are enjoying a visit from their son. Mr. Duncan Christian, who was hurt in the maze, does not improve. Mrs. S. A. Kinnell is on the sick list. Mrs. B. Robertson is sick. Miss Tannie Dye spent Christmas with her brother and wife, Mr. and Mrs. Clyde Frye. Miss Ethel Sublett left Tuesday for Yale to resume her duties as teacher in the schools there. A number of the prominent citizens of Weir are having telephones put into their homes. Prof. and Mrs. King were guests of the Mother's club in Pittsburgh last week and report a delightful time. Mrs. Callee Lewis of Yale was visiting friends in Weir Sunday. Miss H. Sublett spent New Year's day in Gilford. We were shocked to receive the sad news of the death of Prof. J. H. Pinley, who was at one time principal of the school at Weir. ATCHISON, KAN. Prof. W. E. Gray was an interstate visitor to Topcha during the holidays. Miss Edith Brown gave a stag birthday patty for her brother, Mr. Hubert Brown. About twenty young men were present and all report a very pleasant time. A dainty lunch was served. Amty Court gave a banquet New Year's night at Masonic hall. A pleidl program was rendered and a neat sum realized. Mrs Duke of Topcha was called to McBison by the serious illness of her father, Mr. Young, also of Topcha, who came here to spend the holidays with his son, Wm. Young, and wife, and contracted pneumonia. Miss Leslie and Bessie Porter and one Oasley, Mt. Henry Wilky and Mrs. H. Wimrow Porter, spent the day in St. Joseph, and Mrs. Porter continued on to her home in Dos Montes, Ia. Miss Myrtle Bates who has been visiting her uncle, Dr. W. H. Cidwell, all family, left for her home in Tooka. Chas. Porter, Thomas Brown, Geo Irving and Died Judson were Kansas City visitors New Year's day. Prince Hall No. 11 gave a banquet Wednesday evening, January 3, at the Time Elven Hall for their families and a few friends. A splendid program was rendered and 11 guests were served a three-course luncheon. Mr. Danna Johnson is seriously ill at her home on N. Puts stucc, Mrs. Nelson, Mrs. Charles Porter, Mrs. Luzette Hohway, Mrs. J. P. Gracey and Mrs. Murgee Washington are still on the sick list. Mr. Mine Hunt, who has been victim of a fire for a month, re- turned home last week. SERING, KAN. Mr. and Mrs. Pole Rays of Pitt, Phile was the guests of Tom Mott, 20. Gail Ford, Chekmeir, Mr. and Mrs. Tom Williams had their put up for the last time. Mr. and Mr. Allen of Htt. Tran and Mrs. Allen's mother from Dover, Col. Rev. Days of Girl at St and Mrs. Icy Kern. The two were the first of the two. Mr. and Mrs. of St. W. and Mr. Ken of the first of Mr. and Mr. Ken at St. W. and Mr. Ken at the first of the first of the first full time. Mr. and Mrs. Ann and Mr. Ann sent Christmas day with Mrs. Clive Goldford in Lyons. Pelletier's at .....Ψ1833 -sizes 11½ to 2 are.....$2.25 Bargain Basement-Pclletier's ```markdown ``` Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert Saulter and children spent Saturday evening as guests of Mr. Kern and enjoyed music, after which light refreshments were served. Mr. Geo. Boydston has been sick for a few days, but is better at this writing. Mr. and Mrs. Ben Rawlins had as their guests Sunday Mrs. Blanche Tyler of Hutchinson, Mrs. Robert Bowens of St. John, Miss Fay Bowens of Western University and Mr. Reeves of Hutchinson. Mrs. Iuretin Gall has been sick but is better at this writing and able to be around again. Mr. Kein and son and Mr. Rawlins had fine sport during the holidays hunting. They killed thirty rabbits. Miss Pauline Colman had a birthday party, being seven years old, and had as her guests all of the little children of Sterling, and each brought a little present to remind her of her birthday. Mrs. Colman served a nice five o'clock lunch and the children departed wishing Miss Pauline many more happy birthdays. Mrs. Gill is very sick with pneumonia, but is resting as well as could be expected. ELWOOD, KAN. Revival services are being carried on at the A. M. E. church. The meeting has been a great success. Presiding Elder Owens held quarterly meeting on Saturday night. Elder Owens delivered two noble sermons on Saturday night and Sunday morning. Rev. John Garmon has been on the sick list for a few days. Rev. Jackson of Savannah preached at 3 o'clock at the A. M. E. church. Mr. and Mrs. Fred Forbis served a dinner to Elder Owens, Rev. and Mrs. Malone, Irene and Edna Malone, Edith Lewis, and Irl Norris of St. Joseph, on Sunday. Rev. J. D. Malone, Irene and Elma Malone spent Wednesday night in Trov, Kan., where they attended the wedding of Rev. Thomas. Mrs. Lizzie Stith is on the sick list. WINTELD, KAN. The Toussaint L'Overture Literary society was represented at the Interstate by Miss Mabel Banks of Pretty Prairie and Mr. Tremaine Wood of Parsons, Fm. Mr. Wood, who is a talented young man in music, received first prize for original music. The delegates report a cool meeting and an enjoyable trip. H. G. Hobson spent Christmas with relatives and friends in Oklahoma City. He returned home later Saturday and has again taken up his work at Southwestern. Ambrose Wood is hard at work in at Southwestern after spending a week with his parents in Wichita. Ion Nichols and Edward Cooper spent a few days at the home of Miss Mabel Banks of Pretty Prairie and also visited in Hutchinson. James Nichols has accepted a position with an oil firm in Independence. Mrs. L. Moore of Chicago is in Winfield visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Andy Charles. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Montgomery and daughter, Miss Jasie, who spent the holidays in Galveston and Hempstead, Texas returned home last Monday. They also settled in Houston at Brandon, Tex. During their visit at Hempstead Mr. Montgomery is his mother, Mr. Dew Montgomery, on the 27th of December. She was nearly 60 years of age and had been a Chickleton forty-three years. She leaves a husband and six children to mourn her death. She buried in Red Oak cemetery, Hempstead, Tx. Mr. Arthur B. Joy of Parsons is in Winfield Christmas visiting friends. For Sale! HOTEL IN THE ST. LOUIS PACH 1872 E. 18th St. , Omaha, City, Mo. Push-ups for $ . 1990.75. Pushes for $ . 1990.50. Golf Pictures on Star . Money Tails. I. S. JEFFERSON. 1412 L. 18th St, Kansas City, Mo. The popular, 9-inch top, lace style picture; of Havana brown and battleship gray kid; dressy, comfortable and serviceable—women's Shoes well worth at least $4.75 here in Pelletier's Bargain Basement for only..... $3.69 Men's $3 shoes...2.45 Men's heavy, serviceable, tan and black leather work Shoes; the Alaska blucher style with double soles; comfortable and very serviceable—Work Shoes well worth every cent of $3.00 here in Pelletier's Bargain Basement..... $2.45 Children's school shoes And in this day and age of live, red blooded girls and boys, school shoes have to be mighty staunch to "stand the racket" - and these WILL! Girls' and boys' School Shoes of very superior quality, medium weight, genuine shoes and heavy, full leather roles—sizes up to $1.95 a Banement—Pelletier's er and Mrs. Squire Johnson and neice, being as Mrs Mattie Campbell, who spent enjoyed Christmas in Kansas City - visiting refresh friends and returned last Monday. They report a very pleasant time in on sick that big city. Miss Mabel Banks, who spent Christmas with her parents at Pretty Prairie, has returned and has taken up her studies in the high school. Miss Lillian Franklin, Gertrude Nichols and Awilco Brown spent Christmas in Kansas City visiting friends. They report a very pleasant visit. Miss Edna Hogan, who spent Christmas in Chanute with friends and relatives, returned home last Sunday. EMPORIA, KANSAS. Wedding bells are to ring soon in our city for Mr. Henry Odair and Miss Marie Gunn, of Seneca. The bride 20, the groom is 40. Miss Gunn came here in September to attend the Normal but cupid intervened. Mr. Odair is a hog raiser and owns a lovely modern three-room hungalow at the edge of town. We wish them much happiness. Mr. Bert Rich and sister, Miss Etta Helm are on the sick list. Rev. Van Leu preached the fairal of Rev. Morrow, Saturday afternoon. He was the father of Rev. Morrow, pastor of St. James church. You may never know it happened if you fail to read The Plaindealer. Start the New Year by subscribing for The Plaindealer. In the District Court of Shawnee County, Kansas. Bernice L. Douglas, Plaintiff, vs. Bert L. Douglas, Defendant. PUBLICATION NOTICE. The State of Kansas to the Defendant above named; Greeting: You are hereby notified that you have been sued for divorce by the district, above named, and that police said suit was filed in the office of the Clerk of the District Court of Shawnee County, Kansas on the 19th day of September, 1916. And it unkens you answer and petition on or before 16th day of February, 1917 the allegations contained therein will be taken as true and judgment rendered against you for divorce and custody of the minor child, according to the prayer. JAMISON & JAMISON. (1916) C. W. Bower, Clerk. By Florence P. Scott, Deputy. Most Published in The Toek (First published in the Topeka Plaindealer Dec 29, 1916) In the Probate Court of Slawense County, Kansan. In the Matter of the Estate of William Shanks, Decreased NOTICE OF FINAL SETTLEMENT. 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 Shaunee County, Kansas, for a full and final settlement of sold estate and for an order of the Court finding and a judging who are the heirs of William Shanks, deceased. W. HERBERT JAMISON, 4-w Administrator. ANNOUNCEMENT DR. A. R. EAGLESON. 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