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The Topeka Plaindealer Nineteenth Year. No. 6 The Senate Saved dicted that Superintendent Johnson would make good, but were indeed surprised at the marvelous showing at this school. Superintendent Johnson hasn't gone about "blowing his horn," but has demonstrated to the satisfaction of all that the state has the proper man at the heart of the State Institute for Deaf, Blind and Colored Orphans, and while others talked and dept Johnson worked and his institution is now one of the greatest of the land in the world. The 211 boys and girls under him are receiving every advantage and their department soon continues one that they are not being neglected. The sleeping quarters, like when we first visited the school, are clean and strictly sanitary, and the inmates are fed whole-one food, practically all of it raised on the grounds of the institution. This man Johnson has simply revolutionized things and he has made his school a second Tuskegee. He instills in the children thrift and economy. Everyone there is on the jump. The teachers respect him and carry out his views, O'KLAHOMA Mr. Theo. Baughman Writes of State School at Taft for the Deaf, Dumb and Blind. Gov. Williams' recommendation touching the incorrigible school at McAlester for Negro boys being moved to Taft, and our desire to note the progress being made at the Colored Deaf, Dumb and Orphan school, of which Prof. J. R. Johnson is superintendent, caused the Topeka Plainlander's scribe to drop in at this now famous institution a few days ago, and found it a beehive of activity; in fact, judging from the appearance of the children and the class of work being accomplished, one soon forgets it is a state orphan school and almost believes it a first class college. The superintendent, since our last visit, hasn't been asleep "by a jugful, but has been stirring early and late and one readily notes the new improvements that have been made on every hand. This man Johnson has by his wise and economical management of the institution has placed it in the front rank of institutions of the kind in the United States. No man of our race has been so honored in a gubernatorial message as has Superintendent Johnson. Governor Williams in his message to the sixth legislature recommended that all the charitable and correlative institutions of the race be placed at Taft and under Superintendent Johnson's supervision, and gave as his reason the efficiency and economy of Johnson's management. Biff covering all these recommendations are now before the legislature and will become laws in due course. We, on our first visit, pre and each child, from the smallest up loves him. We were carried on a tour of inspection, and when we peeped into the three store houses, packed and jammed with innumerable things good to eat, we were astonished two-fold. There are now 341 acres of land, valued at $40,000, and the following buildings: Girls' dormitory (brick), valued at $85,000; the boys' dormitory, worth $3,000, will be converted into an industrial building and replaced with a $25,000 brick dormitory; the superintendent's residence, valued at $2,500; light and heating plant, now worth $5,000, is to be replaced with a $25,000 water system; a modern barn, built exclusively by colored labor, worth $3,100. This magnificent barn has never been seen by a state official, they having implicit faith in Superintendent Johnson's way of doing things, left this to his judgment. There will be a few modern buildings erected during 1917 which will add greatly to the value and appearance of things at the Taft school. The reformatory for colored boys will be a beautiful brick and will cost $25,000. The girls' dormitory will also cost $25,000. There is an opinion prevailing in some quarters that the three institutions will occupy the same tract of land and that the innocent orphans will be forced to associate with the unworthy. This is absolutely without foundation. Superintendent Johnson, as an agent for the state of Oklahoma, has purchased 240 acres of land for the incorrigibles and this tract lies a mile southwest of the present orphans' home, with the town of Taft between them, thereby making it utterly impossible for the inmates of the two institutions to come in contact with each other. The honor bestowed on Prof. Johnson by the state in turning over the incorrigible institution to him speaks volumes for his wise management and enlarges his scope to do more effective work in bettering the condition of our people. Such honors come to very few men during life and all are proud of the man who has made good at Taft. The marvelous saving in the cost of maintenance is due to successful farming. One of the eye-openers, and which almost knocks, your scribe out, was that the children are now cared for at the State Institute for Deaf, Blind and Colored Orphans at the ridiculously low cost of three cents and six mills per day, due to the fact that bread, meat, potatoes, tomatoes, syrup and vegetables in abundance are raised by the superintendent. When called upon for a statement of his quarterly supply wants, he was thus enabled to say: "We need nothing but some rice and sugar; all else is here." The scribe knows this to be absolutely true, because he has visited the three store houses, which were filled with every imaginable thing for creature comfort. Some Facts. There are 340 acres of land. With the additional new buildings to be erected during 1917 there will be eight substantial buildings, none of which will cost less than $10,000. Supt. Johnson has on hand 8,000 pounds of flour and has been using from same for seven months. He saved the state of Oklahoma, clear of all expenses, on his wheat and oats crops $2,700. He raised 62 fine hogs and has already killed 10,000 pounds of meat. He raised 300 bushels of Irish potatoes. He raised 400 bushels of sweet potatoes. He made, from the sugar cane he raised, 380 gallons of pure ribbon cane syrup. Canned 452 gallons of tomatoes and 10 barrels of sauer kraut. There are 214 children, neatly kept and thoroughly trained, enrolled. These boys and girls are from 21 counties of the state of Oklahoma. The boys' old dormitory will be converted into an industrial building for girls, where cooking, sewing and homo economics will be taught. There are seven teachers employed. Their satisfactory service is shown by the fact that all have been there for more than one year. There are eight high class blooded mules and horses, valued at $300 each. There are 200 fowls of various kinds. There are 18 cows, two of which are Holstons that Prof. Johnson paid $175 each for and which give eight gallons of milk each per day. He will cultivate this year: 100 acres of vegetables of all kinds; 50 acres in cows, 50 acres in corn, and about 90 acres in cotton. These crops will be cultivated by the boys of the various institutions under his supervision. There are happiness and contentment there. Everyone has plenty to eat and is treated right. All the ground has been plowed and is ready for planting. Supt. Johnson puts economy into everything he is doing and instills it into those under him. Success has come to this man's efforts because he has done his entire duty. The grounds at the school are in up-to-date shape. The health of the school is good because everything is strictly sanitary. The school is lighted by electricity furnished by the institution. Johnson's motto: "Up and doing." The scribe is his personal friend and above all is proud of his success. If the citizens of Taft can become imbued with his spirit, and we hope they will, that place is destined to be one of the foremost places in the country. In fact, Supt. Johnson's record should serve as a stimulus to the race there. When he assumed control he found the school in a horrible condition, but in the brief time he has been there he has toned up the life of school, made it reach the point where it is nearer self-sustaining than any other school in the state. While other schools are paying 53 cents per child, Superintendent Johnson is only spending 36 cents per child per day. In the face of his glorious record, who can blame Gov. Williams and other powers that be for being willing to turn all charitable and correctional institutions over to him? Those who at one time opposed him have sank into oblivion, due to the fact that he has more than done his duty and is one of the agencies that is helping the state with her financial burdens. We predict that Johnson will make the incorrigible institute as great a success as he has the orphans' home. He is truly a man of the hour and his record should stir up the race along all lines. KANSAS CITY, KAN. (Bry Rep, Eva P. Washington, 942 Oakland Ave, Kansas City, Kan.) The Alpha Art club was entertained at the home of Mrs. J. P. Bradley, 400 Huskell avenue. Dainty refreshments were served. Mrs. Nellie Wilson Pres. Mrs. J. C. Branche, 835 Nebraska avenue, entertained Wednesday evening in honor of Prof. and Mrs. G. B. Huster and her sisters, who are visiting here. Dainty refreshments were served. Miss Gladys Trent, 215 Greeley avenue, is recovering from a recent attack of the gripe. Mrs. Homer Willburn, 221 Stewart avenue, has returned from Lawrence, Kan., where she was at the sick bed of her mother, Mrs. Lacey Brown, who remains seriously ill. Presiding Elder J. M. Jacobs and wife have left the city and are in TOPEKA, KANSAS, FRIDAY MORNING FEBRUARY 2 1917 cated at St. Louis, Mo., where his district work now is. We regret very much to lose them. Mr. Lamay, on a rural route out of Kansas City, Kan., died last week and his funeral was held Friday afternoon from the home, conducted by Rev. Smith of the Christian church. Mrs. Napper of Greenfield, Ohio, and Mrs. Rudd of Springfield, Ill., left after a delightful visit at the home of their sister. Mrs. Prof. G. B. Buster, and family. Mrs. J. Hodge, 339 Greeley avenue, entertained the Piercean Reading club at her home Thursday afternoon. Dainty refreshments were served. Mrs. E. Jones, 710 Freeman avenue, is still seriously ill at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Julla Jackson. Dr. and Mrs. Unthank of K. C. Mo have as their guest the latter's mother, from Springfield, Mo. The funeral of Mr. Wm. Hopkins, 2223 Vine street, K. C. Mo., was held last Sunday afternoon from Centennial M. E. church under the auspices of the A. F. & A. M., of which he was worshipful master at the time of his death. He was also a member of the Negro Business league. He leaves a wife and other relatives and hosts of friends to mourn his death. Mrs. Sadie Duncan, 1016 Oakland 'avenue, is slowly improving. An elaborate reception was given by the sewing circle of the Eighth street Baptist church by the president, Mrs. E. L. Thompson, 938 Oakland avenue. They held their election of officers. Mrs. Maupin of Tipton, M., and Miss Eva P. Washington of K. C. K. were the guests. Covers were laid for twenty-one. All presenb were royally entertained. Mrs. Sadie Duncan, 1016 Oakland avenue, is much improved. Mr. A. R. Ewing, 2520 North Allus street, one of the finest Negro carpenters in the two cities and W. M. of McNeal lodge No. 22, U. B. F., is out again after having suffered an attack of la gripe. Mrs. Nannie Phillips, 827 Freeman avenue, has returned from Topka. While there she was the guest of Mrs. Emma Gaines. She reports a pleasant visit. MR. PELLETIER VISITS TODEKA Merchant Prince is Highly Pleased With His Giant Establishment Mr. Pelletier, head of the Pelletier dry goods store of this city, has been in Topeka for several days looking after business. We nsked him how business was and he said he was well satisfied and did not wish for any better under the conditions. He will leave this week for his home in Sioux City, Iowa, where he has a large store. There is no doubt that Mr. Pelletier has set a pace for the dry goods merchants of Topeka and other business men which they appreciate, and all respect his ability as a king in that line. He has no superior and very few equals. He is undoubtedly the best organizer along mercantile lines that ever entered business in Topeka. We hope him success, for he is a big-hearted, upright Christian gentleman and is doing much for the upbuilding of Topeka. ATCHISON, KAN. The funeral of Mr. John Hodges was held from the Sawn and Douglas undertaking parlor Sunday afternoon. The Knights of Tabor had charge of the remains. Rev. H. W. Hill officiated. Emmet Jordon, son of Mr. Arthur Jordon and nephew of Mr. Harvey Potter, is very ill with typhoid pneumonia at the home of Mr. Potter on Riley street. Mrs. W. E. Gray is ill at her home on Hickory street, with la grippe. The Utopia Art and Reading club was delightfully entertained Monday by Mrs. Cora Moore. Mrs. Clvde Briggs is ill at her home on Seventh street. The many friends of Mrs. Charity Greenly and Mr. E. Handy will be pleased to know that they are slightly improved. The Carnation Art Club met with Mrs. Wils Covington at her home on North Sixth street. Among those on the sick list are Mrs. Emmy Johnson, Mrs. Nelson Hunt, Mr. John Landers, Mr. Wm Young, all of whom are improving, Mr. Dan Young of Toppea, who came to spend the holidays with relatives, does not improve and the chances for his recovery are slight. Mr. and Mrs. Fred Jackson will shortly leave for Colorado to make their future home. Miss Mildred and Mr. George Madison entertained about ten of their friends Sunday, January 25, with a delightful three course luncheon at their home, 1015 O St., assisted by Mr. Charles Lee. Everyone reports a very pleasant time. ELWOOD, KAN. urday night at the residence of Rev. and Mira. Malone. Miss Mattie Starr of Highland, Kan., spent Saturday and Sunday visiting her sister, Miss Emma Starr, who is teaching school in the city. Mrs. Lommon Walker is on the slick list at this writing. Mrs. Henry Brown is ill. Pearl Wisner spent the week-end in Troy, where she took the county teachers' examination. Mrs. Susie Brown is on the sick list, but is improving rapidly. Pearl Wisner spent Friday and Saturday nights at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Lair of Troy, Kan. Miss Elsie Lair and she were taking the teachers' examination. Mrs. Etta Walker of Wathena visited her brother and sister-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Holt, on Sunday. Mrs. Lucy Starr of Highland and Misses Emma and Mattie Starr spent Saturday in St. Joseph. Mrs. Gabriel Munroe is somewhat all at this writing. Miss Irene Malone is rapidly improving. LAWRENCE, KAN. Miss Noosho Venerable of Kansas City, Mo., spent the week-end here. Miss Charlotte Hall of Topeka spent Sunday here, tl guest of Miss Dannie Mane Hill. The T. I. B.'s are planning "a grub" for themselves and company, to be given Saturday evening, February 3. at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Hultz at Lawson, three and a half miles northeast of Lawrence. They will charter an interurban car. Rev. Albert Broune and Mr. Booth Smith of Kansas City, Kan., spent Sunday in Lawrence. Rev. Broune preached at the Christian church while in the city. Mr. Smith is an accomplished vocalist and rendered some beautiful music. Rev. Broune will carry on revival services here later. They spent Sunday the guests of Miss R. Pennell at the I. T. B. "kodakery party" Monday. News has just leaked out of the marriage of Miss Maude Davis to Mr. J. Jones of Kansas City, Mo. he occurred the latter part of October. Mr. and Mrs. Jones will be on Miss City. Mrs. Janette Stonestreet, who has been very ill at the home of her husband Mr. and Mrs. N Henson, is slowly recovering. Dr. Henderson, who has been very ill at her home at Ninth Street, is only recovering. Mr. David Logan has gone to Jefferson City where he will enter college. Mr. Logan was a freshman at K U. Revival meetings started at the North Street Baptist church to continue indefinitely. NEWTON, KAN. Mr Ray Williams and wife, Mr and Mrs. Arthur Gray and Miss Myrtle Gray spent a few days in Great Bond last week. Miss Rebecca Smith, who has been very sick, was taken to Bethel hospital Tuesday. Mr. N. C. Youngen is recovering from an attack of pneumonia. Born, to Mr. and Mrs. Lerov Fisher, an eight-pound girl last Sunday. Mrs. J. W. Anderson went to Clay Center last week to visit her son, Mr. C. D. Anderson, who is employed there as a barber in one of the swell shons. LAWRENCE, KANSAS. Mrs. Geneva Smith, of Minneapolis, Minn., and daughter, Frances, are in the city for the remalder of the winter. Mrs. Lee Mason entertained the members of the Excelsior Art club at her home Tuesday afternoon. The club is progressing nicely under the management of Mrs. J. H. Young as president. Mrs. John Gregg, of Jacksonville Florida, Mrs. H. V. Wilburn, of Kansas City, and Miss Amanda Nelson, of Chicago, are here at the bedside of their mother, Mrs. Lucy Brown. We are glad to have Mrs. Louise Johnson home after one year's absence. Miss Mable and Amelia Gleed spent the past week in Kansas City. Mrs. R. C Henderson still remains very sick at her home. Mrs. Cella Richardson on New Jersey is numbered among the sick. Saint Luke's What-So-Ever, gave a luncheon at the residence of Mrs. Grace Tompkins. A neat sum was realized. The Sierra Leone club gave an entertainment at Saint James A. M. P. church, North Lawrence, the proceeds of which went to purchase a communion ret. Sixteen members of Excelsior Art club met with Mrs. Lee Mason Tuesday afternoon. The club is getting along fine and growing in membership. Mendames F. D. Lee, Louis Renrof, and Fred Johnson, were received as members. On February 6 Mrs. Ruth Johnson will entertain the club. Mr. Clarence Pierson is on the sick list. Rev, J. W. Gillipia passed through Monday, enroute to LaCygne to look after church matters. A line party was given Thursday by Mrs. Ella Fine at the "Regen" theatre. After the show the guests journeyed to the home of the hostess where a delightful time was spent in music and conversation. At a seasonable hour a dainty repast was served. All reported an enjoyable time. Quarterly meeting will be held in LaCygne, Feb. 4. Miss Bessie Brown, of Mound City, passed through here en route to Fort Scott. Mr. Rube Fine was in Kansas City a part of last week. Mrs. Cora Smith attended the funeral of her aunt in Mound City Jan. 10th. Mrs. Mattie Lacey was hostess to the Carnation Art club Jan. 20. Business was transacted in the usual form. Work was resumed for one hour after which an elaborate lunch was served. One of the teachers in the High school, Mr. O. R. Young, seems to overlook the colored students. It is said that in assigning seats for students he did not even mention those of color and left them to shift for themselves. This matter should be looked into and if necessary checked up to the board of education where we know and feel that justice will be done them. The white and colored citizens of Pleasanton and Linn county have always dwelled in perfect harmony—never a hitch in public or private matters, and we do not believe at this late day "an outsider" will be permitted to disrupt this friendly relation by trying to inject race prejudice into our schools. CHETOPA, KAN. Rev. H. S. Johnson, district superintendent, paid his quarterly visit at St. Paul chapel. All are glad to have this worthy man in our midst. Mr. James Hudson, our politician, has gone to the capital city to adjust matters. Mrs. Punia Young of Tulsa is visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Richard Curtis. Mr. Golden Reede, who met with an accident, is doing nicely at this waiting. Mrs. Richard Curtis, who has been inducted, is reported much better. Mrs. Stella Dollard is at the head of her mother, Mrs. Curtis. Rev. A. R. Clardy passed away Sunday of last week. He was a staunch member of St. Paul M. E. chapel, a superannuated minister, a pioneer and literally a well informed gentleman. He leaves a wife, four daughters, relatives and friends to mourn his demise. Rev. H. T. S. Johnson, D. S., was requested to officiate. Mr. P. Henry Smiley of the A. F. and A. M. lodge acted as master of ceremonies. Condolence by Mrs. Greene, obituary by Miss Nesthield. Mr. Brooks Roberts is visiting his parents, Mr. and Mrs. George Roberts. Mrs. Jane Dials and Miss Sarah Banks visited in Parsons some time ago. Mr. James Roberts of Coffeyville passed through here in his seven passenger car. Editor Chiles has the sympathy of his many friends in this community in his bereavement. Mesdames Ransom, Booker and Little attended Rev. Clardy's funeral. Mr. and Mrs. A. Cooper and family, Mr. and Mrs. Felix Roberts and family were in attendance at the funeral of their father and grandfather. Mrs. Thomas nee Mack visited her brother, C. A. Lacy of Kansas City, and reports him much better. Rev. Threat delivered a noble sermon at Bethlehem Sunday. Mrs. C. Pointer of Timber Hill is recovering, having undergone an operation for appendicitis. Mr. Ulysses R. Smith entertained his friends from Parsons Sunday, Our merchants, Messrs. P. H, Bassett, W. J. Morgan, Caesar Wilson, Burl Hudson and Mr. Thomas, report business fairly good. Mrs. I. Hudson and grandchild, little Lorneine Richardson, left Friday afternoon for a visit to the latters grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Richardson of Oswego. The many friends of Mr. A. Arthur Thompson of Oswego are proud to learn he has recovered from his recent illness. Mosdames Felix Porter, M. Minnifield and Robt Anderson of Oswego were in attendance at the funeral of Rev. Clardy. Dr. Klaus Winston of Pittsburg, a noted linguist, visited our city, also Douglass school, last Wednesday. Miss Ruth Clark, who has been very ill at her home, Nineteenth and Manusachusetts, is up and out again, although she will not be able to enter school again until September. Mrs. J. Pennell, who has been quite sick with her gripe at her home, Tenth and Deleware, is steadily improving. Miss Eutarine Coreland is quite ill with her gripe at her home, Ninth and Pennsylvania. Mrs. Prentiss Smith of Minneapolis, Minn., and daughter Frances Price $1.50 Per Year. are visiting here indefinitely. Miss Frances has enrolled in L. H. S. Misses Helen Clark and Hazel Crane have been pledged into the T. I. B's. The Alpha Kappa Alpha girls met Saturday afternoon with the Misses Brown, Newell and Frazier at their home, Sixteenth and Tennessee. Misses Mabel and Amelia Glend are visiting in Kansas City, Mo. Mrs. Malinda Hopkins, delightfully entertained the senior chair of the Ninth Street Baptist church Saturday evening, January 20, with a delicious three-course dinner. Many beautiful solos were rendered by Mesdames Brown and Johnson, and Mr. Porter accompanied by Mrs. Nellie Salisbury. The guests were Mesdames Meyers, Brown, Johnson, McWilliam, Salisbury, Henry and James, and Mr. Porter and Rev. G. N. Jackson. The evening was spent informally and the guests departed at a late hour declaring Mrs. Hopkins an ideal hostess. Mr. Russell La May of Kansas City, Kan., a sophomore at K. U., has been called home on account of the death of his father. VIAN, OKLA. Mr. and Mrs. E. D. Russell are reported on the sick list this week with a gripe. Mr. W. H. Brown is up again after a few weeks' illness. Mr. and Mrs. Nose Howard have returned home from an extended trip in Texas, where they spent several weeks visiting friends and relatives. Master Robt. Mitchell is up again after a week's illness. Mr. T. H. Turner is on the sick list. Mrs. Wm. Starr is reported on the sick list. Mrs. Corn Sims of Fort Smith, Ark., is in the city this week visiting her mother, Mrs. Patsy Evans. The stork has brought to the home of Mr. and Mrs. William Taylor a fine girl. Mother and baby are getting along nicely. Mr. T. J. Johnson of Muldrow, Okla., made a business trip to town one day last week and was the guest of Mr. Thomas II. Turner. Mrs. Elta Turner is reported on the sick list this week. The G. U. O. of Odd Fellows are making an everlasting impression upon the better class of people in and around Vienna. The lodge has infiltrated six new members since Christmas and two more in the incubator. OBITUARY OF MRS. C. S. NEWSOME Nellie Grant, fifth daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George W. Walker, was born in Stafford county, Kansas, Aug. 29, 1835, and departed this life at her home near Larned, Kan., Jan. 8, 1917, aged 31 years, 4 months and 10 days. She was only ill five days, death resulting an attack of acute indigestion. On Sept. 20, 1909, she was united in marriage to Mr. Charles Sumner Newsome. To this union were born three children, namely, Ellen Marie, aged 6; Carman Sumner, aged 4; and Othel Wayne, aged 2 years. She was converted during a revival meeting at Great Bend in 1912 and lived a true Christian life ever since. Her sterling character and sunny disposition made her a woman admired by all. She was a lovely wife and especially devoted to her family and household. She graduated from the St. John high school in 1908 and later taught one term of school. She was an accomplished lady, which won for her a wide circle of friends, with the bereaved family, mourn her loss. It is all so sad for one to be taken in her youth with such a bright future before her, but Thy will must be done. Our loss is heaven's gain. The floral offerings were many and beautiful. She leaves to mourn her untimely death a faithful husband, threechildren, father, mother, six sisters, four brothers, a number of other relatives and a wide circle of friends. Dear wife and mother, thou hast left us. And thy loss we deeply feel, But tis God who has bereft us, He can all our sorrows heal. Funeral services were conducted from the Baptist church in Great Bend, Kan., Thursday, Jan. 11, at 1:30 p.m., conducted by Rev. J. H. Ratmey, assisted by Revs. P. D. Davis and R. H. Thomas Interment in Great Bend cemetery. ABILENE, KAN. Rev. DeMoss filled the pulpit Sunday at the A. M. e church. Mrs. Bessie White died at her home on North Mulberry street. Funeral was conducted Wednesday afternoon from the Mt. Zion Baptist church, of which she was a member. Rev J. C. Rogers officered. Miss Lettle White returned to Osawatome after attending the funeral of her sister-in-law, Mrs. Bessie White. Mrs. H. Bell is on the sick list. A number of Salina people were here Wednesday to attend the funeral of Mrs. Bessie White, who died January 22. SICK CHILES . . . Editor and Owner SIBO, BAUGHMAN . . . Traveling Agent Entered at the Postoffice at Topeka, Kansas, as Second Class Mail Matter. Address all communications to The Topeka Plaindealer, 1129 Kansas Avenue, Topeka, 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 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. Unsigned communications, except from our regular correspondents, will not be published. DEATH OF MR. OATS. Pittsburg, Kan., Jan. 18. Editor Phlaidealer: I am sorry I have been so long making a statement about my son's death, but sorrow and sickness have been the cause of my not sending it in sooner. My son was killed Monday night, November 6. His body was sent to me Friday and the funeral was Sunday, two weeks after his death. Mr. Oates, my daughter, Mrs. Cassady, and myself went to Champaign to investigate the death. I have not been back long and I hope my sisters and brothers of both churches will not think hard of us for not thanking them for the kindness they showed us in the darkest hours of our lives, and also my dear friends, Albert Ellis and wife of Champaign, Ill., and his barbers. His letter will show what kindness he showed to me and my son. We wish to extend our thanks to all who were so kind to us in our trouble and for the beautiful floral offerings. MR. AND MRS. OATES. MR. AND MRS. OATES. MRS. LILLIE SMITH. MRS. MARCELI CASSADY. MRS. IRENE EVERETTS. MISS EDNA JOHNSON, of Champaign, Ill. Champaign, Ill, Nov. 9, 1916. Mr. and Mrs. Oates: I wish to extend you my deepest sympathy in this your sad hour of bereavement. The loss of your son Jack can be none other than a great shock to you and your entire family. I miss him quite a deal myself. Although having only known him not quite a year, I felt as though he was very near to me. He came to work for me last Christmas eve and from his first acquaintance here with us he seemed a favorite with all of the men, barbers and porter, saying nothing of how well liked he was by all the customers. Jack quit working for me some three or four months ago and went to work for a man named F. J. Jordan, and had just quit him one week ago today and came to work for me on last Saturday morning, November 4. He did not come to work on Monday until about 1 p. m. and stayed until 2:45, when he left the shop. I did not see him any more until some one of our customers came up to the theater after me to go see about him after he had been run over by the train. I saw him moved to the morgue and then I sent you the telegram. My shop was closed today until we had paid our last respects to our friend Jack. We each sent a box of flowers with his remains to show our respect for him as our friend who had passed away. I am sending you a clipping of the accident in which Jack lost his life. I have some of his things here, such as tools, suit case and clothing, in fact about all of any significance. I will ship them to you by express. Will start them tomorrow or Saturday. I am told that the Mr. Walter who was holding Jack at bay with a pistol when the train struck him is out of jail on a $200 bond. The barbers, my wife and the porter all wish to extend to you their deepest sympathy. The clipping states that Jack was working for Joidin, but he was working for me, and Willer is a barber for Joidin and not a porter. ALBERT ELLIS. Details of the death of Bennett (Jack) Oates, colored, at Champignon, Ill. have been received. Oates was backed in front of a speeching Illinois Central train at the point of a gun. The body is now held at the Bowman Understaking company's parlor. The cune will be held from the 'It. Hebron Bapt church this afternoon at 2:30 o'clock. Rav. Jefferson and Elias officiating Interment will be made in the Mount Olive conventry. The following newspaper story tells of the death: The mangled body of Jack Oates, colored, lies in the Kruse morgue; Edna Johnson, colored, is in a serious condition at the Burnham hospital, and Chester Walker, also colored, is a prisoner in the county jail as a result of a tragedy enacted on the Illinois Central right of way just north of the Washington street subway last night about 9 o'clock. It is said that the whole affair was the outgrowth of a quarrel over a scarf pin which belonged to Oates and was in the possession of Walker. Previous to the trouble on the railroad track the men are said to have quarreled at the Dyer restaurant, 122 North Oak street. Upon reaching the Illinois Central the argument became very heated and Walker drow a revolver, covering Oates. It is presumed that the three were so interested in their affair that an approaching Illinois Central engine was not noticed and Oates, backing away from the leveled gun, was run down by the engine. The Johnson woman, who it is said was attempting to defend Oates, was also struck by the engine. Oates' left leg was severed from his body at the thigh and his body mashed to a pulp. Edna Johnson sustained a broken leg, two ugly gashes in her head and it was thought was injured internally. They were struck by the engine of train No. 25, which is due in Champaign at 9:05. The engine had been detached from the train and was backing to the round house. It is not known as yet whether Walker saw the approaching engine. Shortly after the tragedy the police and Sheriff Evans were notified. Officer Rodgers was in the vicinity of the Twin City Ice & Cold Storage plant at the time and was the first of the officers to arrive on the scene. He made use of his flashlight and at once recognized Oates and the woman. The woman was in great pain and no effort was made to question her in detail. Walker had made his getaway, of course, and was not arrested until 12:30 by Sheriff Evans at the home of Mrs. Belle Morris on North Market street, where he roomed. In the search for the fugitive Officer Roders made a close guess by entering the house next door to the Morris home, but later the Sheriff gained entrance to the right house and Walker was taken into custody just as he was preparing to go to bad. He was taken directly to the county jail, but insisted that he had nothing to do with the affair. He was taken to the Burnham hospital this morning, where the Johnson woman is a patient, and she identified him as the man in the case. She said that Walker covered Oates with a bright, shiny revolver. Later Sheriff Evans visited Walker's room and found a 32-caliber revolver in his trunk, which he believes is the one used. Sheriff Evans stated that Walker's clothes were covered with mud when he was arrested. The inquest was set to be held at 2 o'clock this afternoon at the Kruse undertaking establishment. Officer Rodgers states that there were two white men who heard the argument on the railroad rack and saw the tragedy, who will be brought in as witnesses. Their names were not known this morning, but officers were confident they could be learned. LARNED, KAN. The cold weather seems to have slowed up in this part of the country. Mrs. Marie Fox is up again after several weeks' illness. Father Hawkins is up again and at his post of duty on the Sabbath day. Mr. McLean, the postmaster restaurant man, has made a great improvement on his residence, having beautified the front yard and renovated the inside. Mrs. Lola Scaggs entertained the C. M. E. circle at the parsonage last Thursday with a two course menu. The presence of Mrs. Lu Fox gave quite an inspiration to the circle. Large crowds attended both the Methodist and Baptist churches last Sunday, morning and night. The Young People's Progressive club met as usual last Wednesday night. After the routine of business Miss Ida Shepherd and Mr. Lee Williams served. The paper read before the Civic league Friday night by Mr. Alex Jones was well worth while, and it showed that he is a reading man and a close observer. Mr. Jones is one of Larnell's best citizens and a very progressive farmer. He is an extensive land owner and pays the largest amount of tax of any colored man in Larned. He is a church man and shows a deal of interest in religious affairs. The following persons joined the league Friday night; Clarence Madison and wife, Mr. Crane, Hudson Cairo, Mrs. Lulu Towns and Walter Perry. Pey, and Mrs. J. P. Toomer wish to thank the following members and friends for their remembrances during the month of January: Meadames Susie Jones, Marle Madison, Lu Pox, Dal Johnson, Gennette Myers, E. Clark and S. Hawkins. (First Published in The Topkha Plaindealer January 26, 1917. State of Kansas, Shawnee County. In the matter of the estate of Nellie Hicks Johns, late of Shawnee County, Kansas. NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT Notice is hereby given that on the 20th day of January, A. D., 1917, the under-signed was, by the Probate Court of Shawnee County, Kansas, duly appointed Executor of the estate of Nellie Hleka Johns, late of Shawnee county, deceased. All parties interested in this estate will take notice and govern themselves accordingly. HARRIET E. FREEMAN TARGET. Mr. Tom Jackson, who had been all for some time, passed away Saturday. Mr J Wheatley is very all with rheumatism. The two Pearl sisters entertained Mr. Jordan and Mr. Hunt of Wellington, Kan., Sunday at a four course luncheon. Mr. Ed Harris is still on the sick list. Mrs. M. Morris is able to be up and all are glad to see her out. Mrs. Cooper is visiting relatives and friends in our city. Mr. Ernest Williams is the guest of his brother and family. Our old friend, Mr. Barnes, who conducts a grocery store, is still doing a successful business. (First published in the Topeka Plandealer, Friday, Jan. 19, 1917.) PUBLICATION NOTICE. In the District Court of Shawnee County, Kansas. Case No. 30856. Geneva Glover, Plaintiff, vs. William Glover, Defendant. The said defendant William Glover is hereby notified that he has been audited in the above cumed court by Geneva Glover, and that he must answer the petition filed by the plaintiff on or before the 6th day of March, 1917, or the petition will be taken as true and judgment rendered against him granting the plaintiff an absolute divorce from him will be rendered accordingly. A. P. TONE WILSON, JR., Attorney for Plaintiff. Attest: MARY E. CHAPIN, (Seal) Clerk of District Court. AGENTS WANTED Dr. Booker T. Washington Endorsed by Executive Committee National Negro Business League. 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Give full name and address, state, county and city.—Robert H. Morton, 2024 Morgan Ave., Parsons, Kansas. CROWEBURG, KAN. Mr. Johnnie Wilson was visiting in Croweburg Tuesday evening. Mrs. Wm. McDaniel received sad news from her relatives in Birmingham, Ala. Miss Margaret McDaniel left Saturday night for that city to be at the bedside of her cousin. Mrs. L. B. Slaughter, Mrs. J. Young, Mrs. Mindia Richard and Mr. John Richard are on the sick list. The St. John Baptist church is working very earnestly for the contest against Mt. Hebron Baptist church of Pittsburg, which closes February 12. The W. H. & F. Mission circle held an interesting prayer meeting Tuesday at 6:30 o'clock at the home of Mrs. H. Parker. Rev. C. W. White of Pittsburg proached two very instructive and helpful sermons Sunday, January 21 texts, "Behold the Lamb of God" John 1: 29, and "The Light Shineth in Darkness, and Darkness Comprehendeth It Not," John 1: 5. Mrs. A. G. Hunt visited McDaniel Pride temple Monday. Mr. J. Wells has moved from Weir to Croweburg. Mrs. White, mother of Rev. E. Brown, is a visitor in town. Mr. Gambles is reported better. George Reid, Jr., is having serious trouble with his left eye. Mrs. Myrtle Beard returned from Fort Scott Tuesday, where she had been on business. Mr. John Richard has purchased a fine milk cow, expecting to cut down the high cost of living. Mr. Ed Sears and Miss Bernice Tolliver were married Saturday, January 27. OLATHE, KAN. The Progressive Literary society of the A. M. B. church met last Thursday night and elected the following officers: Mr. Dwight Jones, president; Miss Mabel Allen, vice president; Miss R. Baxter, secretary; Mr. B. P. Barnett, treasurer. Prof. and Mrs. P. G. Porter will visit in Kansas City Wednesday. Miss Nelle Johnson of Kansas City visited her father, W. H. Johnson, Tuesday. Messrs. Cartwright, Malone and McCullough spent Sunday in Kansas City. The annual installation of officers of the U. B. F. & S. M. T. was held Tuesday night at their hall on North Chestnut street. Refreshments were served. The Acme Culture club was very royally entrained by Miss Lora Page on last Wednesday. After the usual business a very interesting program was rendered. Miss Nora Bland visited Sunday afternoon in Kansas City. Mr. Lewis Nowling of Paola visited the family of Mr. John Baker Sunday. Mrs. Zula Tonoda is able to be home again from the hospital after a very successful operation. PARSONS, KAN. Miss Bessie Eades is visiting in McAlester, Okla. Mrs. A. H. Diggs has returned from visiting her sister in Omaha, Neb., and other relatives in Missouri. Mesdames Woods and Brown were called to Independence on account of the death of their father. Miss Opalene Bradley is now one of the city teachers. The Jewel Art club was entertained by Mrs. J. H. Booker on Monday. Mr. Berl Fox and Miss Lacy Clark are home from Pittsburg for a few days' vacation. Victory Nesfield spent one week vacation at home from Chetopa, where she is teaching. Mrs. Margaret Cluridy and piece, Jessie of Chetopa are at the bedside of Mrs. Conner. The New York Central has gone 25 miles and the Katy Special 20 miles in the A. M. E. church rally. All the ladies are requested to meet Rev. Green at 3:30 Sunday afternoon. All the men are requested to meet Rev. Green on February 11 at 3:30 p. m. at the church. Mesdames Gertle Roots and Bertha Kelley of Independence, Kan., spent Sunday with Mrs. Nora Brown Mrs. D. Bradley and granddaughter, little Reba Carter, posed for Oates. Mrs. D. Bradley was a caller on Mrs. Irene Allen. A play will be given at the A. M. B. church by Mrs. W. H. Porter. Mrs. D. Bradley, a widow, of 2212 Appleton avenue, is looking for a pro-perous widower. Apply at address stated. Mr. Fred Rice is ill. Mrs. Batrice Howard was called away to attend the funeral of her grandfather, also Mr. Wood's grandfather. Rev. Cutwright had two new converts Sunday and there will be baptizing Sunday, Feb. 4. Mrs. Edmonds of Clotton is visiting Mrs. Yound. Also Mrs. Smith spent Sunday. The K. W. M. M. S. will meet with Mrs. J. Henderson February 11. CHETOPA, K.A.N. The young folks gathered at the home of Mr. and Mrs. P, H. Bassett last Sunday. All enjoyed themselves and are waiting for a similar invitation. Mrs. A. R. Clariday and niece, Jessie Walker, spent the week-end in Parsons. Word has been received of the death of Mr. Henry C. Richardson of Oswego, which his many friends here regret to learn. The Big Four club entertained at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Lydle Sunday. Miss Clara was hostess. A lovely time was reported. Mr. Tad Caldwell, who has spent some time in Oklahoma, has returned. A "pop corn" shower was given on room No. 2 of Douglass school, last Friday. We hope that all enjoyed themselves. Mr. Jesse Patterson left Saturday for Missouri to visit his father, who has been very ill. Miss Mabel Moore has been indisposed for a few days. Mrs. Henry Edmunds visited Mrs. Ed Young of Parsons last week. Mr. and Mrs. William Gilmore of Pittsburgh, who lost their baby Sunday, brought the body here for interment. They have the sympathy of their many friends. Mrs. Dillard of Tulsa, who is caring for her aged parents, reports them some better. ANADARKO, OKLA. Rev. A. W. Hall, pastor of the A. M. E. church, met his appointment yesterday. Rev. O. M. Reeves, pastor of the Congregational church, met quite a crowd at his church Sunday night. The young ladies of Oak Grove school gave an entertainment last Saturday night which was a success. Mr. C. A. Brooks, the R. P. C. is in the city five days of each week. Mr. Eph Nuchols is on the sick list. Everybody enjoyed the entertainment given by the Blind Boone Concert company. They were greeted by a full house. Miss Mary Harper left Saturday for Blanchard, Okla., where she will teach school. Miss Nina Banks, who is teaching at Oak Grove, was in town last week taking the county examination. She was the only colored lady present. Mrs. Bob Wiley has a very sick baby. Miss Alice Wilson and Miss Pannie Rowles spent Sunday in Hutchinson, Kan. Mr. Stephen Burney of Dodge City, Kan., was in the city on business. While here he was the guest of his daughter, Miss Carrie L. Burney, also Mr. and Mrs. Grant Ewing. Mr. Burney is one of the greatest real estate holders in western Kansas. Mr. Avery, our new undertaker, is making good. Fev. Butler returned from Tempeka last week. The literary society of the New Hope Baptist church has secured as their speaker for Thursday right Rabbi Cantor. Mr. Dewey Wray is better and will be able to return to school next week. Mrs. J. T. Bowler is teaching this month in Miss Hurst's place at I.'Ouverture school. Dr. Sampson Brooks will leave in a few days for Arkansas. DETHEL, KAN. We have been having fine weather for the time of year, and a great deal of sickness has been among our people. Mrs. Estella Walker will undergo an operation this week to remove a growth affecting the nasal passages. Mr. W. F. North and Ben Bailey Jr., are yet confined to their homes. Mr. and Mrs. Allen Thompson lost their residence through a fire that was accidental, Sunday morning at 9 o'clock. The house and contents were almost a total loss. Mr. and Mrs. Thompson will be at home for the present with their daughter, Mrs. Geo. Dunn. Mrs. Eliza Wilson, wife of Ben Wilson and a sister of Kemp Turner of this place, died after an illness of several weeks early Sunday morning at the family home at Nearman. Rev. Wm. Enviad of Kansas City spent Saturday night with friends here. Miss Corr. Shipp is home from Kansas City for a few days. Mrs. Dennis S. Thompson was Sunday guest at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Combs, near Ed windsville. Miss Annahal Scott has been the guest of her sister, Miss El Dora Scott, at Kansas City. Mrs. Silas Williams and sons, Herbett and Silas, Jr., of Browner Heights, visited her mother, Mrs. Rhoda Spurill, Sunday. Y.A.L.E. KAN. Mrs Muy Murray is here for a short visit with her sister, Mrs. Callwell Little Florence Dewberry, who has been on the sick list for the past week, is reported much better Mr. Mull of Pittsburg was in Yale today visiting friends. Miss Ruby Miller and Mrs Callie Lewis were in town shopping on Saturday. Mr. George Baker is still among the sick. Mr. J. O. Miller and Mr. John Emmerson were in Yale on business Sunday. The Musical Walkers gave an entertainment at the Pleasant View A. M. B. church which was very much appreciated by those present and pronounced by all to be of a very high class. Mr. and Mrs. Walker are pronounced by all those who had the pleasure of hearing them as being surpassed by none in their profession. 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McLee, of Verden, was in town Saturday afternoon with You have never drawn a splendid conson Sunday. Mr. Jesse Davis, of Paxico, was begint of Mr. and Mrs. McAdou nster, S. S. White. Mrs Guy Doughtles of Lindsay were Mrs Nellie Mitchell Porter and recent visitors from Tampa Mrs McAdoo served a delicious dinner Sunday. Read and pay for The Plaindealer. REV. J. D. GIBSON, CONTRACTOR AND BUILDER Am prepared to Build all kinds of buildings, etc., erecting Churches Specialty. Plans and Specifications furnished. If you have Carpenter work write me. Rev. J. D. Gibson. 620S. Philadelphia Street. SHAWNEE OKLAHOMA People's Barber Shop 222 North Second Street, MUSKOGLE, OKLA.. is now under the ownership of L. C. Eubanks, an experienced business man. Only first class barbers will employed, and no rowdyism will tolerated. Make my place your headquarters when in Muskogee, pool hall in connection. First class work will be the kind you got at The People's. L. C. EUBANKS. Proprietor, Muskogee, Okla. 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You didn't about the best Dressed on the Town wonderful writings offers with with fahres between $20 AU The City Here is a bit the Corn we still love Loud The Prairie LIR FRANK WILSON, C. G. M., 1114 Buchanan Street, Topeka Kansas. DT. EIMA GAINES, C. G. P. 1182 Buchanan Street Topeka Kansas. LIR N. W HOPAINS, C. G. & 821 Dakota Street, Leavenorth 421 Third Ave., Leavenworth, Ks. LIR J. G. BURDETTE, C. G. T., DT. SARAH WILLIAMS FORBES C. G. E., Lincoln Nebr. DRT. EMMA BLACKWELL, H. P. 926 N. Topeka Ave. DRT. LENO MURPHY, C. R. 922 N. Western avenue, N. Topeka, Kansas. SIR C. M. JOHNSON, G. P. P. 1608 W. 31st St., Onsha, Neb. DR. BEHRENE HALL, A. Q. M. 406 Horton St., Ft. Scott, Kans. Ruth Gleaning Tabernacle No. 14 Mrs. M. Wooten, C. P., 222 Ave. E. West. Hutchinson, Kansas. TOPEKA DIRECTORY. Pearly Rose Tabernacle No. 77 Meets every first and third Wednesday of each month. Dtr. Anna Williams, 1157 Lane St, H. P.; Dtr. Linna Phillips, 1175 Lincoln St, C. R. Sunnyside Temple No. 59, Topeka, Kan.-Meets first and third Thursday nights. Ransom Taylor, C. M., residence 803 Golden Ave, R. F. D. 27. OMAHA DIRECTORY. Arcanum Temple No. 1—Meets first Thursday in each month at Sixteenth and Cummings Sir A. M. Harrold, D. D. G. M., residence apartment 1, the Nathan, corner Seventeenth and Willis Ave. Light of the West Palatium No 1—Meets second Tuesday night of each month Sir B. B. Kitchen, P. P., residence 2014 North Seventeenth St Evening Star Temple No 4—Meets first and third Monday night. Join meeting of Temples. Sir A. M. Harrold, C. M. S., residence apartment 1, The Nathan, corner Seventeenth and Willis Ave. Golden Leaf Tabernacle No. 14 Meets first Thursday afternoon and third Thursday night. Dtr. Lulu Roundtree, H. P., residence 1125 N. Nineteenth St. St Maria Tabernacle No. 43 Meets second and fourth Thursday, Dtr. Elfe Saddler, H. 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