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Topeka Plaindealer There is no Time for Grumbling, we are all Patriotic Americans and Duty Bound to Defend Our Country Historical Society State House Nineteenth Year. No.16 KANSAS IS PROUD OF CONGRESSMAN ANTHONY! Volunteer System of Service Represents the Spirit of Greatest Soldier State in the Union----South is Crazy as Usual. Dear Sir--After reading the most excellent sentiment in your paper, under the heading "Government Don't Want Black Americans," together with the letter to the President, I could not refrain from expressing to you my deepest commendation for the most manly position taken by any of the race leaders. In expressing these undeniable truths you have expressed the sentiment of every loyal Afro-American, and I am sure, of every liberal white man who desires that every citizen of this commonwealth should have every right that he claims for himself. I know of no words more fitting to express the noble and heroic spirit that you have shown than the following: "When the heart applauds the brain, when duty thwows the guiltlet down to fate, when honor scorns to compromise with death—this is herosm." No doubt you have read the speech made in Lansville, Ky., by Rocoe Simmons. I admire his speech as the expression of a lofty spirit, as an eloquent defense of our virtues, but totally lacking in the ability to see and demand what every government must know is the reward of such virtues. My father has been for some time a subscriber for The Plaindealer and I read it each week. Please accept my heartiest congratulations and the expression of my ardent support when I say, "Long live the editor, long live the heroic soul who has the courage to defend the right regardless of the cost." Respectfully, MISS ZENOPIA II. BAGBY, Ph C. R. No 3, Box 1, Wewoka, Okla. Mr. Nick Chiles, Topeka, Kan.: Dear Sir--Being a rank stranger to you, I am now making myself acquainted with you in this letter, as I am a colored young man. I had heard about our colored paper and I thought I would start taking it and learn something about what our colored race is doing. Mr. Chiles, I was very much interested after reading your paper. You speak so plain that it actually would just fit some of these people here in Leavenworth. I am a young man about nineteen years old and I am studying very hard trying to make a man of myself, and I would like to see all of our color do so. I want to be a clerk or carrier of mall. The people of Kansas are proud of Congressman Anthony and the stand he is taking for the volunteer service. He is right that the people of this country should be allowed to show their loyalty to the government by volunteering their services. This has been the custom since the Declaration of Independence. Congressman Anthony voices the sentiment of Kansas in standing up for volunteer service. We are reproducing a clipping from the Kansas City Star of April 5. The South is antagonistic to colored men enlisting in the army and is vigorously opposing the measure which will include colored men. It is the duty of all loyal citizens of this country to see to it that no discrimination is made by this government on account of race, color or condition, as there has been too much of this kind of stuff already and it has caused considerable lack of patriotism among the races on account of the bossism of the Southern minority who are now dictating the policy of this government. The colored men have been in all wars since the establishment of this government. They have defended the flag admirably and it comes with poor grace now for the South to dictate the policy of the war terms now being discussed in Congress. It is the duty of the colored men to offer themselves as volunteers with the understanding that they expect to be offereded by colored men. This was the case in the Spanish-American war and we see no excuse why it should not be so now. There are plenty of efficient, trained men in the four colored men now in service—the Ninth and Tenth cavalry and the Twenty-fifth infantry—to officer the volunteer regiments. The colored people are loyal, but they should not be too hasty, but stand up for fair recognition in all departments of the government. If the colored man is not wanted in the army he will be needed on the farms, in the shops and in the offices. Men are needed to manage railroad trains as engineers, firemen, conductors—in fact there is plenty of work colored men can do that will be as essential to carrying on the war as the handling of a rifle, so if you can volunteer your services to carry a gun you can volunteer your services to raise food or carry on other business that is necessary to the prosecution of this great struggle. What the colored man wants to show now is that, while he has pride, he has dignity and would like to have his rights respected the same as other citizens. We hope the South will not be allowed to dictate the policy of this war, for if it does it will work a hardship on everybody. Following is the article from the Kansas City Star referred to above: South Sees a Black Peril. Washington, April 5.—A fight over the Negro race issue, such as has not been seen in Congress since the days of the civil war, will come when the proposal of President Wilson for compulsory military service reaches Congress. It became known today that Southern representatives and senators have been working quietly with President Wilson and Secretary of War Baker, for weeks past to have Negroes exempted from the general call to arms. On the other hand, the universal service plans so far presented have provided uniformly for training Negroes the same as whites. Representative Kahn of California, ranking Republican on the military committee of the House, declared today that he will fight for inclusion of Negroes, and senators from the Southern states, where the Negro issue is sharply drawn, have anticipated the issue and are prepared to fight it. "The universal military service bill, which I have prepared, includes Negroes," said Representative Kahn. "I have provided that they be trained in separate units, but they would be called to arms exactly the same as would the white citizens. "There is no reason why they should not be called to service. Nobody questions but they make good soldiers. Negro regiments of the regular army have never faced an enemy without giving a good account of themselves. They served with particular bravery at San Juan Hill and Parral." Representative Richard S. Whaley of South Carolina expressed the Southern view: "We of the South cannot stand for inclusion of Negroes in a universal service plan. It would bring down on the many districts of our states, where Negroes far exceed whites in number, a danger greater than any foreign foe," said Mr. Whaley. "The universal service plans, so far prepared, proposed that following one year of actual training the men would return to their nomes, carrying their guns and equipment with them, to remain members of the reserve, subject to a call to arms. That would accomplish the very thing which the South has always fought against, the placing of arms in the hands of a large number of Negroes and the training of them to work together in organized units. They would be a constant menace to the people of the South. "We have been working on this phase of the universal service question for some time and we hope that the members from the North can be made to see the seriousness of the issue, as we view it." Southern members always have opposed the training of any considerable number of Negro soldiers. It is due to their opposition that recruiting of Negroes for the regular army is strictly limited and that even in the great campaign for enlistments of the last two years not an addition has been made to the Negro quotas. The Negroes are willing to enlist. The only units of the army which are constantly filled to the maximum limits of enlistments are the Negro regular and national guard regiments. The Southernners even opposed the last military bill, providing for training camps throughout the country, because of their fear that Negroes would come to these camps and claim their equal right as American citizens to training. MISS BAGBY SAYS WE ARE RIGHT. Oklahoma Lady Commends the Bold Stand of The Plaindealer. Wewoka, Ohla., April 9, 1917. Editor the Plundealer, Topeka Kansas; I was interested very much indeed in the lectures you are giving the young colored people and also your address to President Woodrow Wilson. Everything you said was nothing but the truth. I believe just the same as you, do. We are not getting justice in any way. I am glad I got acquainted with your paper. Hoping to hear from you soon, I remain, ing to the fact that a number of children had the measles. The program, though short, was good and well rendered. Mr. Clarence Hughes of Horton favored us with a cornet solo, accompanied by Miss Marguerite Greene. Mr. and Mrs. E. Walker of near Horton, were the guests of Mrs. Walker's mother, Mrs. John Miller, Saturday and Sunday. successful Mrs. Ell in our city Howell, wha a severe sie Miss Ma for a visit cast. Rev. P. Donell have Neb. whe You're respectfully. DANA B. ANDERSON. 512 South Fifth St., Leavenworth, Kansas. KANSAS CITY, KAN. (By Representative Eva P. Wash- ington, 942 Oakland Avenue.) Rev. T. S. McMorris of the M. E. church returned last week from the annual conference, held in Nebraska. He was sent back here for another year. The funeral of Mrs. Owens, 119 Garfold avenue, will be held Sunday April 15 from King Solomon Baptist church, of which she was a faithful member, under the auspices of the Patriarchs and Auxiliary, Household of Rtuh No. 267 and Maple Leaf Temple, S. M. T., and other lodges of which she was a member. Rev. J. W. Clay, pastor. Mr. L. Lewis, 200 Franklin avenue, is slightly improved under the care of Dr. W. A. Love. Mr. L. Jackson of Belvoir, Kan., has returned home after visiting his son and family, Mr. and Mrs. L. Jackson, Jr., 312 Franklin avenue. The annual junior play, "The Finger of Scorn," was presented Friday night, March 23, and was enjoyed by all present. Summer Night was observed March 30 with a program and a fine demonstration of some of the work done by pupils in the various departments, which was fine; also the exhibit of industrial and manual training work done by pupils of both the night school and Summer High was fine. The faculty of both the night school and Summer high school deserve much credit. Principal of the night school, Prof. J. P. King; principal of Summer high school, Prof. J. A. Hodge. Mr. Edward E. Smith, 007 Washington boulevard, is up and about again after a severe illness. Kaneas City, Mo. The Knights Terplar semion was preached at Ebenezer A. M. E. church, Sixteenth street and Lydia avenue, Sunday afternoon. A fine program was rendered and the sermon, delivered by Rev. F. D. Wells, was a masterpiece. A large number of men joined the church of their choice. The appeal was made by N. C. Crews, Past Grand Master of the A. F. & A. M., assisted by the different pastors present. The choir rendered good music. Rev. W. C. Williams, pastor. The, combined chorus of Western University and Allen Chapel rendered "The Redemption" (Goudnod) to a large audience at Allen Chapel Friday. The one hundred voices and the high class musical numbers with their accompaniments held the audience spellbound and all present declared it to be one of the finest productions Prof. R. G. Jackson has ever presented. The funeral of Mrs. Raynor, 2142 Highland avenue, was held Tuesday afternoon. The funeral of Mr. Harry Hill of Kansas City, Kan., was held from Centennial, M. B. church, Nineteenth street and Woodland avenue, K. C. Mo., Sunday afternoon under the auspices of John Turner Lodge, A. F. & A. M. Rev. Davis, the pastor, paid a high and glowing tribute to his memory. The floral tributes were beautiful. Mr. Douglas Rowen of Kunys City, Mo., was killed recently by an explosion in St. Louis, Mo. The funeral was held here from the home of his parents. He was the grandson of Mrs. Snodan, 915 Freeman avenue, K. C, K. HIAWATHA, KAN. "Hob" Perkins, Ed Iennear and Glen Hughes of Falls City spent Easter in the city Mrs. Wm. Stockton and her niece, Miss Blanche Lenear, spent Easter in St. Joseph. Born, Thursday, April 6, to Mr. and Mrs. Elbert Baker, a daughter, whom they have named Amelia Ann Mrs. Mary Denton and Miss Mary Murphy and Lucinda Denton of Sabetha spent Easter in Hiwatha Miss Nina Miller of St Joseph spent Easter with Miss Yolande Ballew. Mr. Clarence Hughes of Horton was the guest of Miss Mayme Greene Easter. Mrs. Columbus Grier is cooking at the Moreland hotel while Mrs. Bibba is in Seneca. Perle Bibba and Guy Gunn of Seneca spent Easter in Hiwatha. Mrs. Amelia Maxey, who underwent an operation at the Sahabeta hospital two weeks ago, will be able to come home in a few days. Oscar Banks went to Sotheba Easter to see Mrs. Amelia Maxey. Rev. Ritchey filled the pulpit here Easter in the absence of the pastor, Rev. Roman, who was unable to be here on account of the illness of Mrs. Roman. The Easter program was unexpectedly made shorter Sunday, ow- ing to the fact that a number of children had the measles. The program, though short, was good and well rendered. Mr. Clarence Hughes of Hdrton favored us with a cornet solo, accompanied by Miss Marguerite Greene. Mr. and Mrs. E. Walker of near Horton, were the guests of Mrs. Walker's mother, Mrs. John Miller, Saturday and Sunday. Lucretia Banks and Beatrice Robinson have the measles. The Sewing circle will give a bazar April 13. We were in conversation this week with Mr. George Hedge, who is visiting in Topeka, in reference to the large influx of colored people in Chicago. Mr. Hedge said there was no doubt that Chicago is being filled with colored people; that thousands and thousands were coming in from the South, chiefly from Alabama, Louisiana and Georgia. He says there is plenty of work for n. that the Armour Packing Co. employing thousands of them, and at colored people are now in con- d of the district where once the Irish dominated and colored people were not allowed to walk, but they are now being received with open arms by the citizens of that com- munity. He says that the Pullman Car Co., which employed white man to dust the coaches, is now employ- ing colored women in their stand at a salary of $11 per week. At Gurv, Ind., at the steel works, thousands of colored people are being employed and more are needed. These facts being true, it does seem that the Lord is showering blessings upon the race who, after centuries of hardships, lynchings and captivation of their rights as citizens are now coming into their own. Mr. Hedge said that colored men of 75 and 80 years are coping along with the crowd, and it is nothing to hear people telling about leaving their homes, furniture, land, cattle, and other possessions to come north. The reason is because in the South they are barred from educational privileges and the rights of citizenship; they are lynched, burned and driven from pillar to post, and, rather than be humiliated and treated as animals, they are pulling up and leaving everything behind and coming North, where they are treated as citizens. There is no conculent of the fact that those colored and white men who claim that the colored man is treated well in the South are sadly mistaken, because this is conclusive evidence that these colored people would not have left their homes and all connected with them if it was not for the reason that they wanted freedom. May the cool work continue, and may the colored people continue to leave the South, for by doing they will force these lazy Southern people into submission and make them treat the colored people as humans instead of in cattle. When these colored people come North they get the right of free speech and other things that are necessary to the betterment of their condition. Deaths and Funerals. (By Stonestreet & Son.) Miss Iva Wilson, niece of Mr. Jack Johnson, died Saturday at a local hospital. Her remains were taken to her home in Carbondale where the funeral was held from the Baptist church, the Rev. Harris officiating. Mr. Chester Fields died April 6th at his residence on Goblen avenue. The funeral was held Monday from the East Hill Baptist church. Mr. John W. Smith died April 11th at his home 919 West Gordon street. He was fifty years of age and is survived by a wife and several children. Mr. Smith was a Mason, being a member of an Oklahoma lodge. The three Masonic bodies of Taptha will have charge of the funeral. MANHATTAN, KAN. The Easter programs at the various churches of the city were a success and enjoyed by all who attended. If your burden is too heavy bring it to the Public Forum. We will help you bear it. That is what we are here for.—C. V. Dawson, Pres. There is an old time conference planned for the A. M. E. church soon. Thousands of colored people have enlisted in this district, not for the war, but in the hoe and rake brigade. Dozens of young folks from Wamego and vicinity attended the exercises Easter in Manhattan. The Second Baptist church raised $60 Sunday. Dr. J. M. T. Baskette of Iola, Kan., stopped in our city on business on the 9th. He reports quite a successful practice in his new field. Mrs. Ella Chenault of Wamego is in our city visiting Mrs. A. V. Howell, who a slowly improving from a severe sickness. Miss Mayme Smith left Monday for a visit in Topeka and points east. Rev. P. C. Morrow and Rev. Donell have returned from Omaha, Neb., where they attended the M. E. conference. Mr. and Mrs. Hall, formerly of Phillipsburg, Kan., have purchased a fine modern home in the eight hundred block on Yuma street. Mr. Hall for several months has been an invalid. The community extends a welcome to them. God doeth all things timely. Some of our substantial citizens handed in a signed statement to a local newspaper favoring a certain candidate for commissioner, but when the ballots were counted the proper man for the place—I. L. Allis—was found to be elected. A large percentage of our students at K. S. A. C. went home to visit their patients over Easter. Rev. C. S. Gordon, having completed his new store building and carrying a full line of new and fresh goods, will appreciate your patronage. In a few days Mrs. A. Alexander will have another house to rent on her property on Riley street. The colored man has been branded as the bootlegger, but our only trouble thus far with "hone dry" law in this community has been with white man. Mr. John Wesley was up from Dutchea to attend the New York-Detroit hall game, played on the K S A. C. grounds Friday. Our contractor, Chas. Howell, has begun the creation of the $6,000 gite at the cemetery entrance, built by the G. A. R. Mr. and Mrs. Grant Loveless of Omaha, Neb., have moved here for an indefinite stay. We are expecting Mr. and Mrs. A. Williams from Denver soon to make this their future home. Mr. Robert Jackson, our local contractor, keeps very busy these days. HIGHLAND, KAN. Sunday, April 7, being Mr. and Mrs. Chus. Starr's twenty-fifth anniversary, a very pleasant surprise was planned by their children, the parents being away from home when the elegant dinner was prepared by the children and other immediate relatives. The table was beautifully decorated. The centerpiece was of white carnations, snapdragons and ferns. The table grouned beneath its burden of all the delicacies the season afforded. When all was in readiness the parents were summoned. This was a complete surprise and both were spellbound. Mr. Joe Miller made very touching remarks on the occasion of the day. While the dinner was being served Miss Emma Starr presided at the piano, an appropriate selection being "Memories." The afternoon was spent in social chats and music by the victoria and piano. CHICKASHA, OKLA. Mr. and Mrs. Taylor entertained at Easter dinner about fifty guests. Mrs. Taylor was assisted by her daughters, Mrs. Susie Tucker and Miss Nellie Taylor. The out of town guests were Misses Allegena and Carville Randolf of Oklahoma City. Mrs. Bessie Stallenger of Council Bluffs, Iowa, is visiting her mother, Mrs. Ann Hadley, who has been seriously ill. Miss Camille Randolf of Oklahoma City spent the week-end with her brother, Dr. Wade Randolf. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. White of Kansas City, who have been visiting their mother, Mrs. Ann Hadley, have returned home. Mrs. Mayme De France of Oklahoma City is visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Stevenson. A splendid program was rendered at St. Paul A. M. H. church Sunday night. Mrs. Jessie Clark and Mrs. Elizabeth Drake spent Friday and Saturday in Dover on business. GREAT BEND, KAN. Mr. Sam Saunders died at his home here Sunday, April 8. He leaves to mourn him his widow, Mrs. Josie Saunders; a son, James Saunders, and a daughter, Mrs. Lucinda Martin. The Easter program was a grand one and everyone seemed to enjoy it. Dr. Newsome of Hutchinson gave a short talk to add to it. The total collection for missionary purposes was $2. There will be a band concert in the K. of P. hall April 11. This will probably be the last concert for awhile, because the band teacher, Eddie Rucker, is going off to make a reason with a show. Miss Bernice Scott is here from Texas visiting her mother, Mrs. Jas. Buechan. Mrs. Lena Bowser is reported very sick. Mr. Swan Micheaux and wife were up from Hutchinson last week visiting relatives and friends. Miss Marguerite Gravette, who is attending school in Emporia, was Price $1.50 Per Year. here Easter visiting friends. Mr. S. M. Hawkins is having considerable trouble with some white men over who is to get the mail route out of Ellinwood. It seems that Mr. Hawkins ranks highest in the examination and is about to be appointed. Flag day, April 6, was a grand success. A large crowd turned out to show their patriotism. To Oklahoma Subsctibers The editor of The Plaindcaler is in Oklahoma and will call on our subscribers. Look for him and be ready when he calls. LARNED, KAN. Mrs. Charles Fox has returned to her home after a brief illness at the home of her sister, Mrs. Emma Madison. On last Wednesday a distinguished character, Dr. Stork, visited the home of Mr. and Mrs. William Perry and left in their care a fine baby girl. He also visited the home of Mr. and Mrs. John Caro early Saturday morning and left them a fine ten-pound boy. Miss L. Caro is ill with pneumonia. Mr. Willie Smith, one of Pawnee county's progressive farmers, has recently purchased a new car. The C. M. E. Sunday school superintendent entertained the children in the church hall with a candy pull Saturday afternoon. Quite a number were present and the affair was very enjoyable. CHETOPA, KAN. Mrs. Banks visited in Parsons, the guest of Mrs. Redfield. Mrs. B. Jones and family of Coffeyville are living on the Powell estate. Mrs. Jones was formerly Miss Violet Powell. Mrs. Chas. Daily and daughter, Helene, Darline and Alyce, visited her son, Wm. Gilmore, and family, Easter. Little Hortense Rankin visited in Pittsburg a few days. Mr. Dave Morrison of Barberville, who has been somewhat imposed, is able to be out again. His many friends are glad to see him. Mrs. Wade Horton and son, Wade C., who visited her brother in Kansas City, found him better and doing well. Mr. Landis and brother visited Chetopa friends Sunday. The programs at St. Paul chapel and Little Flock were excellent. Mr. Harvey Green of Mukeske visited his sister, Mrs. Jessie Patterson, a few days. Their mother, Miss Young of Nodesha, is also here on a visit. Mrs. Frank Morrison of Bartlesville is visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Boyd. Miss Louise Morgan of Pittsburg Manual Training school spent Master with home folks. Messrs. Mac David and B. Ezell of Pittsburg visited home folks Master. Rev. A. P. Blakemore, pastor of St. Paul chapel (M. E.) went to his pastorate at Pueblo, Col. Miss Blakemore will depart soon. Mr. Edgar May of Coffeyville visited home folks Easter. Miss Nellie White spent a few days in Pittsburg visiting her brother, Mr. B. Ezell, who accompanied her home Easter. If you have any news, please send to the correspondent, who is always glad to receive it. The M. E. Sunday school will entertain next Saturday evening at the residence of Mrs. Claridy. JUNCTION CITY, KAN. The A. M. E. church celebrated Easter the entire day. Rev. Shepard preached an inspiring sermon at 11 a. m. At 2:30 p. m. Mrs. Q. M. Brown and Mrs. Shepard entertained a full house with a splendid program by the funfors. At 7:30 p. m. the choir tendered a musical treat which was highly appreciated. The literary societies of both the A. M. E. and Second Baptist churches are well attended and some of the programs are record-breakers. Miss Josephine Smith is visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Tolbert. Miss Smith has a position in Lincoln, Neb., for the summer. Rev. C. R. Brewster of the Second Baptist church is making a record in the city as an able speaker. Mrs. N. D. Aldridge, Mr. and Mrs. E. C. Seabron gave the husband and father, Mr. N. D. Aldridge, a pleasant surprise Friday evening, April 6, on his fifty-eighth birthday anniversary. Many serviceable presents were received. The evening was pleasantly spent and light refreshments were served. The B. P. Mite Missionary society met with Mrs. W. M. Baker on East Fourteenth street. Mrs. Earp has accepted a position in Fairbury, Neb., for the summer. in Fairbury, Neb., for the summer. Mrs. Kevs, an old resident of Junction City, passel away Sunday, April 1, at the home of Miss Irene Couts. Mrs. Keys was practically alone in the world. Having no living children, she was cared for by friends until her death. The funeral was held Monday afternoon at 2:30 from the A. M. E. church, Rev. Shepard officiating. Interment in Highland cemetery. June Year ..... $1.80 June Months ..... 1.00 June Months ..... .64 Mattered at the Postoffice at Topeka, Kansas, as Second Class Mail Matter. Address all communications to The Topeka Plaindealer, 1139 Kansas Avenue, Topeka, Kansas. Money sent by Express, Postoffice Money Order or Registered Letter at our rink; otherwise at the risk of the sender. When the attribution of The Plaindealer is called to any misstatement of facts in these columns, or to any error concerning any man or thing, correction will cheerfully be made. Unsignified communications, except from our regular correspondents, will not be published. STATEMENT of the ownership, management, circulation, required by act of Congress Aug 24, 1012, of The Topeka Plaindealer, published weekly at Topeka, Kansas Nick Chiles Business Manager—Nick Chiles. Publisher—Nick Chiles. No corporation. Nick Chiles—Owner. Known Bondholder—None. Sewer by Nick Chiles. EDNA GREENE, Notary Public, (Commission expires March 17, 1921.) GRAND MASTER'S PROCLAMA- TION. Office of Grand Master U. B. F. and S. M. T., Kansas Jurisdiction. Thanksgiving Proclamation No. 4. (All Local Lodges, Temples, Juveniles, Past Masters, Counsels and Encampments must observe Thanksgiving day.) Kansas City, Kansas, March 14, 1917. To the Most Worthy Masters, Most Worthy Princesses, Most Worthy Matrons, to the Most Excellent Past Masters, Most Excellent Queens, Knights of Friendship and Members of the United Brothers of Friendship and Sisters of the Mysterious Ten of Kansas Jurisdiction, Creeting: The annual Thanksgiving Proclamation to be observed the fourth Sunday in May, 1917. Whereas, The law of the National Grand Lodge of the U. B. F. and S. M. T. and Juveniles of North America and South America, Europe, Asia, Africa and Australia, has authorized the fourth Sunday in May for Thanksgiving: Therefore, the National Grand Master has ordered that this day be set apart and known as Thanksgiving day; and. Whereas, Article 10, Sec. 3, page 62, of the National Constitution of the United Brotherhood of Friendship and Sisters of Mysterious Ten of Kansas Jurisdiction provides that an annual thanksgiving anniversary be observed by all local temples, temples and juveniles on said date, and lodge, or temple desiring to hold their anniversary sermon on any other day must get a dispensation, for which they shall pay two dollars to the Grand Master of Kansas Jurisdiction. This Thanksgiving day is set apart for the purpose of rendering thanks to the Supreme Ruler of the Universe for His general protection and guidance in the affairs of our order; and by this proclamation we call upon you first to thank God for the general blessings that He has bestowed upon the U. B. F. and S. M. T. throughout this jurisdiction. Another twelve months have passed with much experience and business and love. Sympathy has been added to our past history in the Kansas Jurisdiction. We have been called upon to meet the assaults of real enemies of different races, both within and without our ranks; but with the power of the scepter of the living God we shall march through with miles upon our faces. We have tried to live in peace with all mankind, especially with the brothers and sisters of the Purple Degree. We hope to cultivate the spirit of charity, and extend the benevolent hand to all loyalty of the United Brothers of Friendship and Sisters of the Mysterious Ten. Let us meet all mankind upon the triangle of Justice, Mercy and Truth. When we have accomplished this great work, we hope to hear our Heavenly Father say, "Come unto me and rest." Yours In the work. The Tennis club met on Monday evening, April 2, and made plans for the season. The court will have an opening game on Saturday, April 14, and all ladies should be present on that day. The club was named the Idle Iour Tennis club. There was a small duel Sunday afternoon on Corning. Misses Lillian Warmack and Mary Jackson are on the sick list. Mrs. N. C. Blair is doing wonderful work with her 1914 hair grower. All news for The Plaindealer, see reporter at 2131 Morgan between 6 a. m. and 2:30 p. m. Mr. Earl McCowan has returned home from Sedalia. Dr. R. E. Smith has invested in a new Buick car. Mrs. A. H. Diggs is indisposed. The conductor of the New York Central, Mrs. Franklin, is indisposed. Mrs. I. W. Wattley has recover ed and thrown away that old rheumatism stick. The Katy Special ran 335 miles or 3335; the New York Central ran 264 miles or 2444. chief instructor of the cucumber plan. Mrs. V. Rhone is on the sick list Mrs. Sam Willia is on the sick list LAWRENCE, KAN. Mr. Andrews of De Suto, Kansas, has returned home after visiting his sisters here, Mrs. Fred Johnson and Miss Ada Andrews. The P. L. B.'s will entertain with a spring party Friday evening at Vermont hall. The members are Messrs. Clyde Taylor, Elgin Woody and Robert Jackson. Mrs. Fred Johnson and Miss Ada Andrews entertained informally Friday evening with a progressive whist party in honor of their brother, Mr. Charles Andrews of De Soto, Kan. Guests were Misses Katherine Grant, Ruth Pennell, Esterine Copeland, Hazel Crane and Margaret Abbott; Messrs. Chauncey Davis, Eugene Browne, Elmo Copeland, Fred Rogers, Chas, Coleman and Chas. Andrews. The Nickel Girls held a Vanity Fair March 29 for the most popular girl in Lawrence and Mizz Esterine Copeland was chosen, having received fourteen votes. Miss Blanch Fatterson was second, receiving nine votes. ATCHISON, KAN. The entertainment given at True Eleven hall by the Carnation Art club was quite a success. $9.40 being taken in on the quilt. A play, "The Missionary Box," was very much enjoyed. Taken in during the afternoon, $16.80. Refreshments were served and those present enjoyed a very pleasant evening. Mrs. Matilda Allen, who makes her home with her granddaughter, Mrs. Carrie Kerford, and who has been inducted, is improving. The night school under the direction of Prof. W. E. Gray and his teachers, closed a very successful five months term. Those attending were greatly benefited. Mrs. C. C. Greenly, whose serious illness has been mentioned from time to time, died Sunday, April 1, at her home on N street. The funeral was held Tuesday at 3:30 from the A. M. E. church, Rev. J. F. C. Taylor officiating. The deceased was a member of Fidelity chapter No. 9, of Lenvenworth, for thirty-two years. She was also a member of the Daughters of Bethel of this city, who had charge of the remains, which were taken to Danville, Ill., for burial. Much sympathy is extended to the bereaved husband and her two stepdaughters, Mrs. Clara Webster and Mrs. J. D. Colbert. The meeting of the Utopia Art and Reading club, which was to have been held at the residence of Mrs. J. D. Colbert, was changed to the residence of Mrs. Pompev Moore on account of the death of Mrs. J. F. Greenly. PAOLA, KAN. Rev. J. E. Christopher, pastor of the A. M. E. church, is on the slick list. He was not able to fill his pulpit Sunday. Rev. H. M. Davis preached for him. The annual thanksgiving sermon of the Knights of Pythias and Court of Calanthe was preached March 25 at the A. M. E. church by Rev. J. E. Christopher. There was a large attendance. The Women's Mission circle of the Baptist church met at the home of Mrs. Tom Smith Thursday afternoon. Next meeting will be at the home of Mrs. Carl Weib. The young friends of Mr. Earl Lanceer and Mr. Wm. Vantrice gave quite an enjoyable surprise party on them Friday night. They will leave shortly with Patterson's circus,which has its winter quarters here. Sev eral girls will be left lonely and sad. Rev. N. J. Stokes of Pratt was in the city last week. While here he sold his property. LEXINGTON, MO. Mrs. Lucinda Thomas, Mrs. Harriet Henderson and Miss Augusta Thomas spent Saturday in Kansas City, Mo. A patriotic program was given at Douglas school Monday morning at 11 o'clock. The program was very good. Those appearing on the program did credit to themselves and the school, Rev. W. B. Brooks was the principal speaker of the occasion. Many visitors were present. Dr. Moten has closed a very successful series of meetings for Rev. W. B. Brooks. There were twenty-five converts. The patriotic program given by the little folks at school No. 2, Miss Glover R. Hawkins principal, at 11 o'clock Monday morning was good. Rev. Smith, pastor of St. John M. I. church, was the principal speaker for the occasion. Mrs. Nettle Conway, on North Eleventh street, was hostess to the B. W. Art club Saturday afternoon. The president, Miss Allie Lt. Freeman, appeared on the program with several musical numbers. All present enjoyed it, as Miss Freeman is very skillful on the piano. The hostess took the members into Japan and served to them tea and cake. The next meeting will be with Miss Lucila Davis. Miss Glover R. Hawkins will tell of her trip to Omaha, Neb. WEIR CITY, KAN. Mr. and Mrs. Joe Ticeon and Mrs. J. Greer spent Sunday in Edison. The sudden death of Mrs. Annie Moore came as a shock to her many friends. Funeral services were held from St. John Baptist church, Rev. F. H. Prentice and Roy. J. King officiating. Excelsior Temple No. 9, S. M. T., had charge of the remains. The revival at the Methodist church is progressing nicely. Revival services begin on the second of April at St. John Baptist church. The gospel team will be present and everyone is invited to come and hear them. Little Lawrence Kennedy of Yale spent the week end with his teacher, Miss E. Sublett. Mr. and Mrs. Felix Turner entertained in honor of their niece, Miss Ethel Fountain of Croweburg. CHANUTE, KAN. Mr. Washington drove to Thayer Saturday afternoon. Miss La Vaughn Brigham of Thayer spent Easter with her father and sister. Harper pulled off his regular dance Wednesday at the K. of P. and Masonic hall. The K. of P. lodge held their annual services at the A. M. E. church. Rev. Allen preached the sermon. Henry Foster and Louis Jenkins left Tuesday for Quincy, Ill. Mrs. Lloyd Brigham spent Easter in Iola. Iola sent a large delegation Sunday to witness the ball game between the Brinkley All Star team and St. Paul. All the churches held two Easter programs, the afternoon for the little folks and the evening for the adults. The Magnolia quatet appeared at the Grand theater two nights last week. The infant of Mr. and Mrs. John Dixon is still sick with pneumonia. Mr. N. H. Campbell sprained his ankle Sunday, but is able to be about. Two car loads of young folks drove down from Iola Sunday and spent the afternoon driving over Chanuto's fine paved streets. The debating society of the M. E. church is progressing nicely. Mr. and Mrs. Brown left Monday for Des Moines, Iowa, where they will make their future home. Mr. Stafford Hall has resigned his position with the A. T. & S. F. Mr. and Mrs. Jackson state that their tailoring business is increasing each day. The members of the band received a card from Prof Payne stating that his wife passed to the great beyond Saturday night. The Professor and his sons have our heartfelt sympathy. The band paid its respects by sending a large wreath. The band played in the loyalty parade Friday night and won the favor of the thousands who witnessed the parade. PARKS PARKS SKIN WHITENER A MULTIPLE USE SKIN WHITENER STAIN REMOVER STAIN REMOVER MORGAN'S PRODUCT CO. 12345 PRODUCT ST. PARKS PARKS DR.FRED PALMER'S SKIN WHITENER Whitens dark or brown skin. Bleaches and clears salow complexions, removes all blemishes and causes the skin to grow whiter. See that you get the genuine. Doyle, Ga.—Jacobs Pharmacy Co., Atlanta, Ga. Gentlemen: Enclosed you will find 25c in stamps for which send me a box of Dr. Fred Palmer's Skin Whitener. I received the Skin Whitener and Soap some time ago and it has done me so much good. It has saved my face of Eczema and pimples and I can't find a single pimple on my face. I will never be without it again. Kindly send my Skin Whitener and Soap by return mail. Yours very truly, ESSIE M. TERRY, R. No. 1, Box 33. DO NOT ACCEPT INITIATIONS sold by druggist and rec '29%' purchased. Write JA0003 'P' 'W' (First published in the Topeka Plaindealer March 30, 1917.) NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT. In the Probate Court of Shawnee County, Kansas. In the matter of Maria Village, a person adjudged to be insane. State of Kansas, Shawnee County, as: Creditors and all other persons interested are hereby notified that the undersigned was, on the 23d day of March, A. D. 1917, duly appointed guardian of the person and estate of of Maria Village, who was, on the 22d day of March, 1917, in the Probate Court of Shawnee County, Kansas, adjudged to be insane; that I have qualified as such guardian and am now managing the estate and af- fairs of the said Maria Village. H. W. McAFEE, Guardian Dated at Topeka, Kan., this 23d day of March, A. D. 1917. PARSONS, KAN. Miss Mary Jackson has resumed her work after a slight spell of illness. Misses M. Ross, B. Wymms and M. Carter, who are attending Pittsburgh Normal, spent Easter with Miss Leola Broadus. Mr. Perey Lee, who is attending Pittsburgh Normal, spent Easter with Mr. Fred Williams. The Katy Special ran 375 miles or $375 and the New York Central 310 miles or $310 on Sunday night. The Easter program at the A. M. E. church was splendid. Miss Leola Broadus did good work in the Easter rally for New Hope Baptist church. She raised $12.70; Miss Susie Davis, $7.40; Miss Lucile Dorsey, 78 cents; Miss Sadie Moore, 78 cents; Miss Vivian Bradley, $4.20. Mr. Henry of Leavenworth was the guest of his sisters, Mrs. Saunders, Mrs. Booker and Misses Susie and Della Davis. The Jewel Art club donated $1 for charity. Mrs. Hogan and daughter Corinne are visiting points in Iowa and Nebraska. The Jewel Art club was royally entertained by Mrs. A. I. Morton. Mrs. C. W. French of Topeka is visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Hogan. She visited the Jewel Art club. Mrs. M. L. Butler was called to Fort Worth, Texas, owing to the illness of her mother. Miss Julia B. Bailey and Mrs. Daniels entertained the babies with an Easter party on Saturday afternoon, giving each one a beautiful basket of eggs, chickens and ducks. Miss Lacy Clark and Mr. Berl Fox spent Easter at home with their parents. Mrs. A. H. Diggs, Mr. Willis, Miss Lillian Warmack and Mrs. Franklin are on the sick list. 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BOX OF PRESSING OIL 25c BOX OF HAIR GROWER, 50c Mrs. Ada Montgomery, MANUFACTURER, 517 Shawnee St. LEAVENWORTH, KAN. Milwaukee BATARRH of the a BLADDER and all Nightlights in 24 HOURS This establishment has 12 or more stores by all divisions FREE--REAL HAND MADE HUMAN HAIR BOOK HAIR NETS FREE EXTRA SPECIAL OFFER Electric Straightening COMB 20c. together with imported French Hair Net Free Jewel Comb 80 with two Hair Nets Free. Write today enclosing order for 80 ccm or 80 gcm and get New Hair Free Solution BOOK fully illustrated showing Razor blades for Hair Net Member, Hair Net FREE with order for 80 ccm or 80 gcm. Illustrated Book FREE required. GEORGE F. F. BURGAY 28 Sq. William St. New York SALINA, KAN Mrs. W. W. Shobe entertained a few friends Monday night with a whist party in honor of her sister, Miss Kitty Jones, who is visiting her. Mr. Jim Thompson has moved his house on North Eighth street and Mrs. Mary Armour has moved hers on North Second street. The other people on North Third street expect to move soon. The money raised at the rally at St. John Baptist church amounted to $162.35. Club No. 1, Mr. Fred McGee captain, raised the most money. Miss Jennie Vaughn entertained with a whist party at the home of Mrs. W. C. Woodley, on North Second street, in honor of Miss Jones, who is visiting her sister, Mrs. W. W. Shobe. The A. M. E. members raised $60 on tag day, last Saturday. Members were stationed on almost every corner on the main streets. Misses Alphonso, Esther and Elizabeth Perrin and Mesdames Minnie Hudson and Sadie Greene and children attended the closing of Miss Bessie Greene's school at Falun. Miss Dorothy Hurston is contemplating a trip to Ohio soon. The newly organized club of boys under the supervision of Mrs. Finch and Mrs. Woodley met at the home of Mrs. Ward Williams Thursday evening. A jolly time is reported along with a delicious luncheon. Miss Bessie Shirley and Miss Hattie Matthews, who have been the guests of Mr. Theo. Shirley at the home of Mrs. Sarah Goodwin, have returned to their homes, Miss Shirley to Kansas City and Mrs. Matthews to Oregon. Misses Eva and Ruth Henderson, Ella Smith and Blanche Patterson motored to Abilene Sunday evening. The Easter programs at all the churches were well rendered. A program of local talent was given Monday night at the M. E. church. Madame Wilson rendered a few selections. Messrs. Wendell, William and Paul Knight of Blackwell spent Easter Sunday with their parents. Mrs. Jennings Parker and Mrs. Naomi Parker and Miss Blanche Armour spent Sunday in Ellsworth. Little Virginia Mae Gaston of Ellsworth spent the week with her mother, Mrs. Byrde Gaston, returning home Easter Sunday. The Rev. Wilson, pastor of the M. E. church on Eighth street, is very happy with his young, pretty bride from Florida. Mr. and Mrs. Williams of Excelior Springs are residing here now. Mrs. Nita Franklin is still seriously ill. Mr. and Mrs. Sydney Hurston and family have moved on North Ninth street. Mr. Johnnie Hill is convalescing. The members of the A. M. E. church are still holding their services in the O. & M. hall. Mr. and Mrs. Davis and daughters Geraldine and Gladys Moody of Kansas City are residing at at 316 North Ninth street. Mr. George Jones made a motor trip to Wichita last Tuesday. Mrs. Rosa Jones has returned from Wichita. The Sewing circle met with Mrs. Bertha Haynes on North Second street Tuesday. A delicious luncheon was served. CHETOPA, KAN. Things are occurring daily to make the patriotic Negro more patriotic. According to a report brought here by the Rev. E. J. Harris, who has recently returned from the South, a colored woman had washed for a white family in Mississippi, and after finishing the washing and returning the clothes the white woman refused pointblank to pay the Negro woman. The Negress naturally proceeded to have the white woman arrested to make her pay for the washing. At the trial the judge decided that the Negro woman was charged or fined $10, and on imposing the fine said: "The idea of a nigger having a white woman arrested!" L. H. HOLMES. SKATING RINK NOW OPEN FOR BUSINESS-If you want to spend a pleasant time, call at the Golden Roil Skating Rink, 308 Kansas avenue. Open from 7 until 11. ladies free on Wednesday afternoons. Mrs. Katie Bradford, Prop. Ady. ARRILLER PRUDILLA BETWEEN HAIR SUCCESS TRADE MARK USG PRICE 50£ AND DEPOTTING ATTENTION TO GROWING THE HAIR IS OWN TOLL NO MATTER WHAT STUDIO BEFORE IT MAY REPEAT TO THE SCALE 8 TIMES A WEEK WITH MME. ADA L. FUR MANUFACTURING CO. BROGLE DAILY KINKY HAIR Becomes Straight, Soft, Glossy, Long Like Picture & Using HEROLIN HAIR DRESSING Not Sticky or Gummy Just apply a Little Here. In and you see the alba. In your hair and stratinng it. 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Don't delay, put send for sample at once. Address all mail to Dudley's Chemical & Leather Works, 116 Main Street, Muskogee, Okla. (First published in the Topeka Plaindealer, Shawnee County, Kansas, March 30, 1917.) PUBLICATION NOTICE. In the District Court of Shawnee County, Kansas. Frank Ready, Defendant. The said defendant Frank Ready, is hereby notified that he has been sued in the above named court by Irene V. Ready, and that he must answer the petition filed by the plaintiff on or before the 17th day of May, 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. By M. A. SCHMIDT, Deputy. J.W. Monsey ARKANSAS CITY, KAN. Ladies' and Gents' Clothing Cleaned and Repaired. Hats Cleaned and Blocked. Rugs Dry Cleaned. LATEST UP-TO-DATE DRYING CLEANER. 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We manufacture Arrier Hair Success, a wonderful remedy for growing the Hair, one that will do everything that any honest Hair preparation can do, just one thing required to convince you of the fact, and that is to THY IT. It's going into thousands of homes all over the country and is giving entire assistance to every one who uses it. Arriller Hair Success.....250-250 Shampoo Pearls.....250 Straightening Oil.....250 Handdrug and Tetter Cure.....250 Temple Grower.....250 Arriller's Beauty Cream for Cleaning and Bleaching the Complexion.....250 We make Braids and Guarantee them to give satisfaction. utfitte - Pupile Solicited, formation address— manufacturing Company, MUSKOGEE, OKLA. Blubirds on May 15 at the Apex. Miss Lillian Jenkns is ill this week at her home west of Lowman Hill. Attorney T. W. Bell of Leavenworth was in the city during the week. TO LET—A nice furnished room with bath, 630 Western ave.—Mrs. Clay Odell. Mrs. Ossa Fox of Kansas City, Mo., is visiting relatives and friends in Topeka. See J. Warren Kerrigan in "The Silent Battle" (Bluebird), May 15, at the Apex. Mr. and Mrs. Arthur E. Charles have named their month-old daughter Lois Anita. FOR RENT—3 room house, 618 Western ave. Inquire evenings at 616 Western ave. Mrs. Carrie Price Childs of Kansas City is the guest of Mrs. Maud Knott this week. Miss Delenia Stoner, who is attending the State Normal at Emporia, spent Easter at home. Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Jenkins of Kansas City, Kan., are in the city visiting relatives and friends. Mrs. John Kelley and two little daughters spent the week-end in Horton, Kan., the guests of Mrs. H. Clark. Mr. and Mrs. Orville Hardiman, who formerly lived in Los Angeles, Cal., are now living at 1308 East Fifth street, Topeka. Mr. C. M. Johnson of Omaha passed through the city from Detroit. Mich., en route to southern California on business. The many friends of Dr. James Page of Pittsburg, Pa., will be pleased to learn that he is improving from his serious illness. Little Opal, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Brown, who underwent on operation a few days ago, is much improved at this time. The Rock Island Special will make another run on Friday evening, April 27, at Brown chapel. A special program has been arranged. Mrs. Celia Poole Thompson has been confined to her home for the past week suffering with tonsilitis. She is much improved at this time. Mr. E. M. Hendrickson of 1214 Buchanan was an agreeable caller at this office on Tuesday and paid his subscription a year in advance. Miss Eugonola Hunt, who is stenographer and clerk for Attorney D. A. Jones of Leavenworth, will be our agent and correspondent for that city. The editor of this paper left yesterday for points in Oklahoma. It is hoped that all subscribers whom he shall call upon will be prepared to meet him. Rev. Jox. T. Hill, pastor of Shiloh Baptist church, left yesterday for El Paso Texas, to be absent about two weeks. Mrs. Hill will visit Miss Nora Sexton at Kansas City. WANTED—A nice brown - skin girl with good books and good hair, 10 to 14 years—someone who can help around home.—A. J. Bryant, 912 Thurston, Manhattan, Kan.—ad. Mrs. Mollie Cox, Grand Worthy Counsellor of the Court of Calanthe, has removed from Wichita to 629 North Twelfth street, Kansas City, Kan. All mail will reach her at that number. Miss Elnora Smith of this city will leave Sunday for Jersey City, N. J., where she will make her future home. She called at this office and left her subscription to the Plaindealer. We are sorry to learn of the death of Miss Pearl Boyd of Cairo, Ill. Miss Boyd was a niece of Miss M. J. Keys, the evangelist who is conducting meetings at St. John A. M. E. church. Rev. W. R. Carson of Stillwater, Okla., is in the city making arrangements for he and his wife, who is a sister of Rev. R. R. Guy, to locate in the city. He is a retired minister of the A. M. E. church. NOTICE—Members of Silver Star Temple No. 16, S. M. T., are requested to be present at the regular meeting Tuesday, April 17. Special business to transmit. By order of Worthy Princess Elsie Brown. Mr. George Hedge is in the city looking after the business of his deceased father. He is employed in the Northwestern railway dining car service out of Chicago. He was born in Topeka and is one of the city's highly respected young men. He is here settling up the business of his father's estate and will take his mother and two sisters back to Chicago with him to live. He is enjoying himself while in Topeka meeting-old friends, who are making it pleasant for him. He is a big-hearted young man and makes friends wherever he goes. Special five-reel pictures every Friday at the Apur. Always a Good Show. Satisfaction Given or Money Back. WANTED—A first classas shoemaker, one who understands machinery, a reliable and honest man, an experienced shoemaker. Write to Jas. Counts, 121 West Seventh St., Junction City, Kan. Serial days at the Apex—Monday and Tuesday, sequel to "The Diamond From the Sky"; Wednesday, "The Purple Mask"; Thursday, 'Shielding Shadow." Series—Saturday, "Grip of Evil." We are in receipt of a letter from A. C. Coleman of Fredonia, Kan., renewing his subscription to the Plaindealer. His many friends will be sorry to learn that he has been seriously sick and under the doctor's care for some time. We are in receipt of a post card from Tuskegee, from Prof. W. R. Carter, president of the Topeka Industrial Institute. He and Mrs. Carter are having a pleasant trip in the South. They left Saturday for Jacksonville and other points in Florida. Miss Julia Stevenson, the blind musician, who is attending school at Kansas City, spent Easter with home folks and was among the great number baptized Sunday at the Second Baptist church, North Topeka, Rev. M. J. Burton, pastor. Prof. A. E. Bodine the classical high barytone soloist of Mexico. Mo. will sing at Lane chapel C. M. E. church Friday evening, April 27, 1017. All music lovers should hear him. It will be a rare treat to you. Further announcements concerning his coming will be made later. Mr. F. J. Weuver, Jr., of Kansas City, Mo., arrived in the city last Saturday and spent Easter with his sisters, Misses Candace and Eunice Hayle, 1110 West Tenth street. He returned hme Wednesday night. He was the guest of honor at several social functions while in the city. Tuesday, April 17, at the Second Baptist church, a chorus of forty trained voices will give a music festival under the direction of Mr. Valcolm Griffith. Some of Topeka's best talent will assist. Remember the date and time—8:15. Admission 15 cents. The older members of Shiloh Baptist church entertained the younger members at an informal reception list Thursday evening, at which time the pastor, Rev. Jos. T. Hill, was presented with a gold-handed umbrella. The affair was quite a novel one and all present enjoyed themselves. Mr. Terry Williams, who had his leg broken while in the employ of the Santa Fe, is in the Santa Fe hospital and we are glad to learn that he is getting along nicely. Mr. Williams is one of the city's leading citizens and best workers in St. John A. M. E. church and the Masonic lodge. Mrs. Ella Tucker and two sons of St. Louis are the guests of her sister, Mrs. Emma Robb, and aunt, Mrs. Rudford Payne, on the North Side. Mrs. Tucker is thirty-odd years of age and this is the first time the two sisters ever met. She was born after Mrs. Robb left Kentucky. She will probably make Topeka her future home. MORGAN-JAMISON NUPTIALS, Hon. Hebert W. Jamison, of the law firm of Jamison & Jamison, was married Saturday at noon, at Kansas City, Mo., to Miss Margaret Morgan of Chicago, at the home of the bride's mother. The ceremony was performed by Father Vaughn, rector of the Episcopal church, after which a breakfast was served and the bride and groom left for Topela, where they will make their future home. They are located at Ridge Crest, a beautiful modern home situated on a five acre tract on a high elevation overlooking the city of Topaka, the summer home of Mr. and Mrs. W. I. Jamison, parents of the groom Upon their arrival in Topela they took an automobile to the home of the groom's parents, where a fine dinner which had been prepared by his mother was awaiting them. The bride is a graduate of Fisk University and was employed in the public schools of Kansas City, Mo., having charge of the physical culture department. She is a beautiful, refined and highly cultured young lady and the people of Tonka are glad to welcome her in their midst. Mr. Jamison is a graduate of the Topena High School, Washburn College and Northwestern University of Chicago. He is associated with his father in the law business. * This young couple have the best wishes of the Plaindealer. They will be at home, to their friends after May 1. CARD OF THANKS. We wish to thank our friends for their kindness to us at the funeral of our dear husband and brother and for the beautiful floral offerings. MRS. A. H. SMITH. MRS. ADELINE ALLEN. MRS. C. T. JOHNSON. MRS. LAURA GRANISON. CARD OF THANKS. We wish to extend our many thanks to our friends and neighbors for their kindness shown to us during the illness and upon the death of our beloved wife and mother, and for the beautiful floral offerings. MR. SPENCER FORTE. MR. and MRS. SMITH HUGHES. MR. and MRS. E. C. REVELY. MR. TODD FORTE. MR. HARVEY FORTE. MRS. NANNIE DAVIS. A. MIME, TEENIE CHADBOCK SINKFORD HAIRDRESSER Fomades, Shampoo and Hair Tonic. Scalp Treatments a Speciality. Braids made to order. Straightening Combs, Electric Combs and Brushes for sale. All Mail Orders given Prompt Attention 4018 Red — 209 Jackson Street, Topeka, Kansas. A. L. Abbott, Painter, Paperhanger and Decorator. ALL WORK GUARANTEED. Phone 2854 Red. 933 College Av., TOPEKA, KAR DR. J. M. JAMISON—827 Madison Street, Special Diseases, Phone 959. DR. S. FLOURNOY, PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON. 808 Kansas Ave. Office hours: 9:00 a. m. to 12 M. 2:00 p. m. to 5:00 p. m. 7:00 p. m. to 9:00 p. m. AT OFFICE EVENINGS. Phone 1147 DR. J. LOUIS RANSOM, Physician and Surgeon 409 Kansas Avenue Phone 4265 Office Hours:—9:80 to 12:00 a. m. 1:30 to 6:00 p. m.; 7:80 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 3087. Res. 1831 Monroe St.-Tel. 3967 R-2. OFFICE HOURS 9:30 to 10:30 a. m. DR. THADDEUS P. MARTIN. Physician and Surgeon Phone 3608 832 Kansas Avenue Residence: 1025 Buchanan Street Residence Phone: 8608 R-2 Telephone 774. eRes. 413 OLIVER A. TAYLOR, M. L. Physician and Surgeon Office: 834 Kansas Ave. (Over Olive's Drug Store.) across from Throop Hotel. Calls answered Night and Day.—Residence 914 Buchanan Street. DR. W. ROGER RUSSELL DENTIST. ALL WORK GUARANTEED TO GIVE ...BATISFACTION... 832 Kensae Avenue Telephone 1422 Hours--8 to 12 a. m. 1 to 6:30 p. m. DR. CHAS. L. WILLIAMS Dentist Sunday by Appointment 409 Kensae Avenue TOPEKA, KAN Stonestreet & Son, Undertakers and Funeral Directors We carry one of the finest lines of UNDETAKING GOODS in the state. We never sleep... Two Licensed Embal- mers in attendance 836 QUINCT ST. Make big money selling Dermatas Hair and Face Preparations. Write at once to Mrs. P. W. Dumavant, Pres., 2749 Walnut St., St. Louis, Mo. SECOND BAPTIST CHURCH. (Third and Quincy.) Easter was a good day at the Second Baptist church. The morning sermon, "Jesus the Prince of Life," was inspiring and uplifting. The night sermon, "Up to Tubal-Cain," was also instructive. Next Sunday the morning sermon will be on "As It Was in the Days of Noah." In the evening. "The National Crisis." Be sure and come to the Sunday school and B. Y. P. U. They are both flourishing. We especially welcome all visitors. SIMILON NOTES. The pulpit at Shiloh for the next two weeks will be in the hands of the deacon board during the absence of Dr. Hill. He will return for the fifth Sunday. We wish to express our sincere thanks to our many friends and neighbors for the kindness and sympathy shown us in our great sorrow for the loss of our beloved daughter and sister, Edna Brown; also for the many beautiful florn) offerings. MR. and MRS. JACK BROWN AND FAMILY. RESOLUTIONS. Officers and Members of Prince Albert Court No. 1, and Friends: Inasmuch as it has pleased the Almighty to take from our midst our beloved friend and sister, Miss Loula B. Harris, who has been a true and faithful member. She was always loving and kind and proved herself to be an efficient member. She served as worthy counsellor for two years, making a good and faithful leader. She also served as register of deeds for a number of years. It is true her place will be vacant, but we are glad to believe that our loss is heaven's gain. We have lost one who possessed in a large degree the fine qualities of selflessness, generosity and helpfulness. Her usefulness and ability in our court were of great value. Her amenable disposition endeared her to all with whom she dealt. We loved her, not only as a worthy Calanthean, but for her sterling worth as a true Christian. Therefore, be it Resolved, That we extend our sympathy to the family and friends of the deceased. Could we have stood on Jordan's shore And looked across the river, We'd have seen Miss Harris passing over. sing, "Farewell, vain world of sorrow, I've robbed death angel of his sting, To me it is no horror." Yours in F., H. & L. MISS MATTIE PERKINS, Worthy Counsellor. MISS OGEAL WILSON, Register of Deeds. The City-B. Y. P. U. held a very interesting meeting last Sunday afternoon at the Second Baptist church, Third and Quincy streets, Rev. T. L. Griffith, pastor. The next meeting will be with the East Hill Baptist church the third Sunday in May. The Ne Plus Ultra Art and Literary club entertained on Tuesday, April 10, at the home of Mrs. Chas. Carney, 1033 Grand, complimentary to Miss Dinora Smith, who will leave Sunday for Jersey City, N. J., where she will make her future home. A very pleasant evening was spent. COLORED MAN'S FRIEND ..COLORED MAN'S FRIEND. Changes KINKY, KNOTTY, STUB BORN, BAD HAIR, in— 7 Days Like Magic. Price 50c Sent by Mail Prepaid AGENTS WANTED J. T. 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The New Era Milling Company Order by Phone Call 2500 Here are specially at specia Women's $5.00 Colonial Pumps of white nubuck with medium weight soles and leather New Yorker heels; smart and very stylish.....3,45 Women's $3.25 Pumps of white poplin with turned soles and covered New Yorker heels; plenty of all sizes.....2.68 Boys' $3.00 Oxfords; lace style of black patent leather and button style of tan Russian calf; both with genuine Goodyear welt There are just four episodes to the sequel to "The Diamond From the Sky," so don't miss one or you will lose the story. The Apex. Miss Annie Anderson of Omaha, Neb., who has been visiting her sister, Mrs. Bessie Bradshaw, for several days, left for home this morning and reports a pleasant visit with friends and relatives. The Third Baptist church, Eleventh and Washington, Rev. W. W. Ewing, pastor, will conduct a financial rally on Sunday, April 22, to raise $200 to relieve a pressing debt. Doctors, lawyers, teachers and preachers will be present. Dr. Chas, M. Sholdon will deliver the sermon 3 o'clock p. m. A combination choir from five churches will furnish music for the afternoon, and Miss. Hattie Mayo and Mr. Chas, McNary will sing a duet. You are cordially invited. Mrs. I. Carrington of Aledo, Ill., is in Topeka after an absence of five years. She was called here to attend the funeral of her father, Mr. Charles Fields, who died at East Hill and whose funeral was held from the Baptist church of that vicinity. Mrs. Carrington is the former wife of David Carrington and is one of Topeka's most highly respected ladies, and will be remembered by the old timers. She is the guest of her sisters, Mrs. Winnie James of East Hill and Mrs. Sam Harris of Tocumseh. Mrs. Carrington is looking well and speaks well of her home at Aledo, Ill. She will return home in a few days, after settling some affairs of her father. We visited the colored detachment of U. S. army regulars at Ft. Leavenworth last Friday and was glad to see so many of Uncle Sam's boys receiving pay on that day. That seemed to be their first enjoyment and the next was the enjoyment of a big meal. We had the pleasure of eating a nice dinner served by Mr. Maxwell, the chef of this detachment. Sergic C. Harper has charge of the commissary department. We want to say that Mr. Maxwell is a first class chef and certainly fixes everything palatable and good. He has few equals. Mr. Harper has several hundred dollars worth of groceries and food stuff on hand. He keeps a good record of his department and everything is in first class order. KANSAS' WHEAT I=2 FLO Hard, Winter, "turk wheat supreme. 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Mr. Jason Wesley Scott, aged 73, one of Topchak's highly respected citizens, who was stricken with paralysis a few weeks ago, died Sunday night at his home, 213 L. 12th street. The funeral was conducted Wednesday at St John A. M. E. church under auspices of the G. U. O. of O. F. Rev. F. J Peck officiating. A musical and literary program was rendered at the Second Baptist church, North Topeka, Rev. M. J. Burton pastor, on Friday evening of last week, under the auspices of the Willing Workers, John M. Dorsey as master of ceremonies. The features of the program were: Piano selection, Mr. Malcolm K. Grifitha barytone solo, Mr. McKinley Warfield; recitation, Mra. Rebecca Boling violin solo, Mr. Erma McCord; piano selections, Miss Evalyn Thomas and Miss Edna Roach, and singing by the choir, all of which was thoroughly enjoyed by the audience. We wish to warn the young colored men of this country that in applying for permission to enter the army they should ask the recruiting officer if there is any opportunity for colored men to be promoted from the ranks as they progress—that is, to become commissioned officers. Young white men are entering the army with this purpose in view and the young colored men ought to think no less of himself. The time has now come that they should receive promotion, if merited. The volunteer service is what we advise our young colored men to accept when the call is made, for we believe in the volunteer service there is better opportunity for promotion and becoming commissioned officers and assignment to other duties that will advance them higher in the line of military and naval affairs. FAMOUS MAKES KEY RED" is the flour even the advantage of this fine raw product of food—I·H Flour, the grocery. MILLING CO. Kansas. 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Mrs. Alva Knox of Cherryvale was shopping here Thursday. Miss Phoebe Tostlan returned to Garnett Saturday on account of the illness of her father. Miss Myrtle Briggan spent the latter part of the week with Miss Anna Resden. Mrs. M. S. Wright returned to her home in Texas last Monday after a few days' visit. The orchestra under the instruction of Mrs. Vanderpool is getting along nicely. They are preparing for a concert in the near future. The Maple Street Baptist church is preparing for the State Sunday School and B. Y. P. U. Conventions, which meet here in June. Mrs. G. McCullah returned from W. H Strane's Wy-Ho-Se Hair Grower and Pressing Oils Guaranteed to promote the growth of air Removes Dandruff and Stops Falling Hair and leaves the scalp in a healthy condition PRICE 50c Per Jar Appeals Wanted. W. H. STRANE, 529 N. Nebr Ave., OKLAHOMA, OKLAHOMA. ```markdown ``` We are the largest dealers in Creole Hair Goods, Raw Hair by the pound; Electric Cords, Ere, in this country. We show a larger variety of styles and sell more Fine Creole Wigs than any other manufacturer in the United States. Write for catalogue. IT IS FRR!!! 20 Inch Creole Switches 25c Each; 24 Inch, 50c Each. # The funeral of Mrs. B. Hines, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. White side, was held Monday from the St. John Baptist church, conducted by the pastor, Rev. B. M. Stradford. Mr. P. Guiland has been adding some improvements to his home on East Main street, consisting of two additional rooms and a sleeping poreh. The A. M. E. church missionary ladies held their regular meeting last Sunday at 3 o'clock at the church. There was an excellent program and the offering amounted to about $20. Mr. and Mrs. Ira Field have opened a cafe on East Main street. At Leavenworth, Kan., we were agreeably surprised to find a first class, up-to-date grocery store conducted by Mr. James Henderson, a young colored man who was born and reared in Leavenworth. The store is located at Broadway and Shawnee, and Mr. Henderson has been in business three years and has made a success. He is assisted by his wife, who is a good business woman. They keep everything that the market affords and the high cost of goods does not seem to affect their shelves. They have one child, a bright young girl, who is a great help in the store. Goods from this store are like to all parts of the city, and if the oblated people of Leavenworth alone would give Mr. Henderson their trade he would be in position to employ more clerks. What he is doing in Leavenworth other colored men should be able to do in other towns. The funeral of Miss Eva Wilson was held from the Second Baptist church Monday, April 9, at 3:27. She was the oldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Wilson of this city. It was a curved in a Toulouse hospital last Friday night, April 6. She was born in Carbondale February 17, 1894, where she was reared and educated. She became a member of the Second Baptist church at the age of thirteen and lived a faithful member for ten years, until the day of her death. Rev. Wm. B. Harrison of Almst, Kan., officiated. Mr. O. R. Lewis, who went to New Mexico about three weeks ago, accompanied by his wife, for his health, died there on the 6th inst. The body was brought home for burial. The funeral was conducted from the Third Baptist church, of which he was a member. Easter exercises by the A. M. B. and Baptist Sunday schools were very interesting. The decorations were splendid. The Methodist Sunday school displayed picturesquely the American colors with flowers and plants. Thomas Simpson spent the first Sunday in Garnett in the interest of the Neosho district Sunday school work. Several new families have come to Ottawa recently. We hope they will find it convenient to align themselves with the forces that are trying to make Ottawa better—and subscribe for The Plaindealer. The Third Baptist church will hold its rally and baptizing on the first Sunday in May. The Beacon Light society has appointed a committee to wait upon the new mayor in the interests of the race. We hope results will be obtained. Two coloured men have already secured good positions through the influence of the Beacon Light Literary society. Rav. C. A. Woods has been somewhat indisposed the last few days, but is better now. The best people of Ottawa indorse all that was said by The Plaindealer in its article, "Copperhead Lansdon Attacks Gov. Capper." You can have this Suit FREE Express or Postage Prepaid Quality, Fit and Workmanship Parsons Thursday evening. LEAVENWORTH, KAN. CARBON DLE, KAN. OTTAWA, KAN. SPRINGFIELD, MO. More than forty professed Christ during the week of March 23 to April 1 in the powerful special evangelistic arevices at Gibson chapel under the auspices of Evangelist Dean George Lake Imes of Tuskegee Bible Institute. Rev. Arthur E. Rankin, pastor. A very interesting and enjoyable affair was the reception given in honor of the fifty-sixth birthday anniversary of Rev. Jno. H. McAllister, pastor of the new Pitts M. E. chapel, Thursday evening, April 5, on the eve of his departure for the annual conference. The Knights Templar held their annual services on Easter Sunday at Gibson chapel, Rev. A. E. Rankin delivering the sermon in connection with a splendid program, and Sir Knight Wm. Smith master of ceremonies. The Knights were accompanied by the Eastern Star, Mrs. Mattie Young, Royal Matron, and Rev. J. S. Dorssey, Royal Patron. Mrs. Junie Hogan of 800 East Minor street was hostess to the L. M. and I. club Friday afternoon, April 6. Mrs. Mary A. Jarrett, president, in the chair; Mrs. Lucy Williams at the piano; Mrs. Leila Neeley, secretary pro tem. A good meeting from start to finish was experienced. Mr. and Mrs. Fred Williams of Summit avenue are preparing to remove to Cleveland, O., about the first of June. Mrs. Chas. Ellison of South Grant street has been confined to her apartments with a badly sprained ankle. Word has just been received of the death of Wm. Cain, from pneumonia. Mrs. Emma Abernathy of Kansas City was summoned to the bedside of her mother, Mrs. Caroline Robin, who continues very ill. Mrs. Oma V. Ford is recovering nicely from in operation which was recently performed. Look out for the local agent, who will call upon the subscribers in arrears. ECHOES FROM THE HIGHWAYS AND HEDGES (By Dennis S. Thompson, Bethel, Kansas.) Most everyone have their hearts set on success; in some particular ambition they feel that they cannot submit to anything less than success. That particular spirit is worthy of the highest praise, taking it for granted that the thing they want above all others is right and just. To such as are on the road to success I would say, stick to your purpose and you will very soon outstrip the others who are not so attent. There are two principles that need attention where success is sought. One writer has well said that "where it is a matter of success, do not look to this man, or that newspaper, for help, but look to your work, and make it of such a high standard that the market must come to you." Let your aim be high; life is too short for aught but high endeavor. Most people fail of success because they aim too low rather than too high. Do not be afraid of aspiring to the very top, nor do not allow yourself to be misled into thinking you have not the ability to do it. You never will have if you think that way. The other principle is to see that you begin at the right place to reach the highest point of success. So many large employers are complaining of this very thing; they can easily find people to take positions in the office, where the work is clean and where there is little chance for promotion, and they are willing to remain there indefinitely. The demand just now in all the vocations is for people who are willing to begin (Concluded Next Week.) THE MASTER Miss M. J. Keys, the evangelist who is conducting revival services for Rev P. J. Peek at St John A. M. E. church, is doing a great work for that church and the city of Tonkwa. She is a forceful prayer as well as a good gospel singer Rev Peek made no mistake when he seized her services. Miss Keys' home is at Muyfield, Ky., and she is a graduate of the Payne Theological Seminary of Wilberforce, Ohio. She is a young woman who is fall of energy, and we predict a great future for her. She is only 21 years of age and has made wonderful progress in that number of years, and if she continues such progress it will be nothing out of the ordinary in a few years for the Methodist church to put a woman in the bishop's council. Miss Keys is plain-spoken and does not hesitate to speak out boldly on matters pertaining to Christian work and the needs of the church people in care. 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