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uy FAME aR fas LL as roma cae 3 aa EM: es sia i PORE i . Oey, he ES Re Ree > tee a crn ORE, Ey PUNT One ee ean ee OER hs Oph erm . : ’ fy . . . G ° vw « Mt ¢ oOpeRa aindeater N * 7 een a ai Enna ean ern PUPP ermine eeeapmepemmmereenaieeemmemmmpimmmenenenememmeeemmmmemm= seine ee Wh Nineteenth Year. No, 21 TOPEKA, HANSAS, FRIDAY MORNING MAY 18, 1917 Price $1.50 PerYeer, ‘‘ ci —_—_—_—_——_—X—X—X—X—«—“"_—___———E—EE—E————E—EE——EEeeee—EE———————————_—_—_—_—_—_—SS—XX—"~ six years he has been a diligent stu.|this year, attended the jnntor and[large bow was suspended from the} been visiting at the home of .Mrv | dent at Southwestern college and/senior reception at the high echool/center of the room, from which{and Mrs. Frank Montgomery, lef 7 was In his senior year at the tlme| Friday night. streamers ran to the corners of the| for Los Angeles last Tuesday, where } "lot his death. Me made friends by| The St. John Baptist Sewing cir-|long table After the luncheon games| they will make their future home. SA rn We eye ee ce A. Eg dK eh a de Uy edie ecte Fe, eh he Sakgeemiert es yO ae GE x : Ty ee Fg eS gig gs eRe ts ee Gigs tal gt 6 Leen. oe al \e -“ fF ey, Things Worth Knowing Told By an Experienced Writer Who Has Made a Careful Survey of Men and Con- ditions, ae Uh CS Kansas.) In the ideas and courses of action of others one may often find help and encouragement, Only phought: less of self-important persons —lovk upon the opinions of others a8 un- worthy of consideration or pass them by without attention. While this is tue, however, too much dependence should not be placed on what others may think and do, All things should be put tw a teat, and only that, which is tight and helpful should be ac- cepted. There is danger, which one may not be able to discern at fist, in adopting a couise of action just merely because some friend or ace quuintane has previously done the sutne. The way of the would {s not al- wayea in the path of common sense and truth, and those who follow at without thought need not wonder ut being led astray. Why do people frequent places of wrong und carousing! They will tell you thar they first went because thelr frends did the same, Why do we find the other fellow as an ob- server at the race track? Because he saw thousands going thither and followed in the footsteps of the crowd, So many people, naturally impressionable and imitative, seeing the arts and tricks and fashions of hundreds of others whom they im- agine are the embodiment of pros perity and style, adopt them one by one without questioning thelr good senxo or fitness, and the result is thelr friends wonder at their arti- ficial and affected manner. It always pays to think for one- self. No one can afford to do some thing merely because others do the same, Wrong is wrong, and no: voice of popularity can make it right. Often in hfe it becomes nec- essary, if we would be right, to pur- sue sonle course that many declare to be wrong. But true manhood or ‘womanhood does not hesitate because of thik, Right and truth are un- changing, while the opinions of men differ, The safe course is to rely ‘upon that which we know to be true. When advised to do some act on the ground that others have done #0, stop and ask whether or not oth- ers have done right. If you find they have not, have no more to do with the matter, even though the whole world says you are wrong. If you are right you have upon your side truth, and goodness, and God, and these are more than the great- est popularity. But the great mass of Negroes have gone after popularity, and the average Negro will always aswure you that he is with you, right or wrong; in other words, he prefers to “cut going and coming," in order to “get by.” In all organizations of Negroes ‘it is the big crowd that ‘takes. Whenever you say the word that pleates the greatest number of people you are the man, but if you gay the things that sought to “be said, then there are muny who would condemn you, who ought to be fore most jn the uplift and bettetrment of humanity, eee A thousand gates are open ail about us. We lift up our eyes and find them everywhere. Some are closed awaiting the hand that yet shall swing them, Some are open, and from their portals well trodden pts lead into the hereafter, They lead imvitingly into the lands of the food, the true, the beautiful; but they lend hkewiee to the walled-ir terminals of temptation and sin anc mortal overthrow, We ure in the midst of opportu. nities. Like the strands of a spider's web, life's path leads out and away and far Beyond and all around. They are croxsed und recrossed by nath- Ways which other hands have build. ed and other feet have trodden; hard pathways they sre, beaten down by those who have passed with silent footsteps into oblivion, Many gates lead to many paths, and the pathe converge, and diverge, and into the maze and tangle everyone must pass, his future unknown, his destiny un- wrought end in his hands an inde- terminate day to work out his de. siren. Can he do it on the wrong road? $nto this vast complexity we call hfe, alt must go, There is no holding ‘back. Through the gates wilingly or unwillingly, into confus- fons jnd reversions, unconsciously, Irresistibly, inevitably we go, and there is no returning, Bot whatever the possibilities that face us, whatever the opportunities that subdue us, this should be re. membered at a cardinal truth: The Straight gate leads to the right path. Whatever roads may croas f, or ine} rian or lead into, it, or, out of Cy raistently, heroicall; vtralght heads And there ines mamtrantc. arti ere i wrong road. The way ray be narrow, but it is straight. It is no thoroughfare. Shadows may, fall across it, but rere shadow has Its mission. Storms ma} break over it, the winds and raind may aasail it, but the bowed head will see diamonds in the mine where diamonds were never seen before. When God sends a storm to the outbound traveler on the narrow way he sends likewise His compensations, ‘The straight gate leads to no storm ‘where God has not swung his rain. how. Ie send no shower where He haa not planted u flower, The straight gato saves from ine numerable enaics. «Those who swing it open In the name of Jesus find there what is found nowhere clse, the upspringing of an indestructible hope, Not on any of the highways, 21 on all that Intersect the gigat cir- cle of time, will you find one ‘rose of Shaton or lily of the valley; no where the fountain of life, ‘Lhe ways of the woth! may be inviting; they furnish little "resistance to those who are on the downward way, ‘Lhe path of roses may beckon, the fiugiance of untasted sweets may ture, and the heart may rejoice in the Joy of the evanescent hour, yet every Way is a descending way. But the ‘path through the straight gate leads to the eternal stars. Its joys are worthy, and they uie many, and they are true. . But you will find that always the straight gate means endeavor. It is a well-beaten, oft-trodden,- toilsome toad, but the one 10ad whose cir- cumstances lead to yietory. ° Every Negro man and woman of today has a great problem confront. ing him or her, in the matter of training the children who will in a short time have to take their places. Upon the churches, schools and civic organizations rests’ a great retponsibility, but the greatest bure den must be borne by the home, The shaping of the destiny of the child must begin in the hore, but In 70 per cent of the Negro homes: nothing is being done to make the children what they ought to be, when in the near future they will be called upon to assume the responsi: bilities of manhood and womanhood, If we do not teach the children to- day the things that go to make for the uplift of our race, the next gen- eration will be in o worse predica- ment than the present one. If the children are not properly trained to- day, what kind of leaders, ministers and teachers will the next generation he? Like begete like; it is a law that we can not outrun; one gener- ation sows the seeds, another reaps. So whatever we sow today, whether it be good or bad, success or failure, the coming generation must reap. Negro men and women must awake to the Recesaity of giving the child the Proper training in the home and also of bringing the child up a Christian, and giving it a good com. mon school education if not able to give him a high school or college training; all are possible, however, with the average family. Children that are destined to bee some men and women of worth are easily distinguished when met on the streets or highways. They respect themselves snd respect the people with whom they come In contect, and are not laughing and gigglng in people’s faces. These are points that must be Jooked at. If the children are not trained so that the coming generation will be an improvement aver the present, the Negro race will ind itself in a bad row of stumps, If the Negro is to be successfus in this or any country, it js high ime he was getting down to busi- ness, Leaders must not be so en- vious and prejudiced; preachers mist cll the neople mote about right five ng; Chnstlans must walk so that scople cun tell them from the world. in short, we must get together on the ight thing, It does seem that with more rehig. on (2) than other people, anid faire y good churches, schools and other portunities, the Negro should be howing a higher percentage of im- rovement than he is at this time, ——— - re, ?. Passed toa Higher Li igher Life Homer George Holden was born in Frankhn, North Carolina, No- vember 22, 1883, died May 6, 1917. Was 31 bagi 6 months and 17 days old at the time of his death, He was one of a family of nine children and leaves to mourn his low a father, W, C, Holder of Oklahoma City, Okla.; a brother, Robert Hol- den of Kansan City, Kan., and two slsters, Mrs, W. M, Hunter and Mrs. M, S. Butler, of Oklahoma City, the mother and other children having preceded him in death, Other relatives and a host of sorrowing friends feel deeply his taking away, When he was quite young his oa rents moved to Oklahoma city. k= Ishoma, frowr which place Homer game to Winfield and has since, 1909 made this city his home, For about six years he has been a diligent stu. dent at Southwestern college and was In his senior year at the tlme of his death. He made friends 7 the score amon both white and col- ored and a pall has fallen over the entire community and the hearts of his multitude of friends have been made heavy and aad by the unerring work of “Our Father in Heaven.” His pprght Christian character made him a conspicuous figure wher- ever he went. In June, 1916, he was chosen president of the State Baptist Young People’s Union of ee ; — | a : — aes vs ery | Heo | ay ' A at "he ‘fi Ne Kansas, ond was an officer In the same organization of the Southwest- ern District association. The deceased was young man of sterling qualities, honest, straight- forward and upright, whose {dealis- ‘tle Christian character and master- fulness in its distinct und exemplary type cannot but point us to the words of the blessed Patriarch of old, Job, when, after the follr long weeks af suffering and pain which he bore in his characteristic, quiet, patient and uncomplaining manner, we were many times made to think of those words, “Though He slay me, yet will T trust in Him.” He sald to a friend one day not long since: “I am prayed up, I have tried to live a life of setvice to my God and am only waiting Mis divine pleasure, as I am ready,” Peacefully slumber, free from pain and sorrow. Nature's fairest offerings on your grave we lay— You shall awaken in his glad tomor- row, Memory of you in our hearts shall live always. Rest and slumber, earthly battles ended— Ever remembered by the deeds you've done; Sacred the hero who the cause of Christ defended, Son of our Saviour rest, for vic- t'ry's won, Too much cannot be suid of the loving kindness and generous hospi- tality of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Mont- gomery, at whose home Mr. Holden was ill, Though not related to him in any wes yet did they open thelr home and hearts to him, and all that loving hearts and willing and ready hands could do to alleviate the suf- fering of thig beloved friend was done, No pains were spared to give him retry comfort and care In their power, May the tenderest blessings of the God of Heaven be theirs, RESOLUTIONS. x grew extermely weary Sor’ tt: ment, ‘And using his burden for a pillow Ne lay down by the wayside, feil into that sleep ‘That kissed eyelids alllled in death; Yes, that sleep that knows no avubh- ening, Whereas, Our Heavely Iather in Tfis infinite wisdom has called fio Jabor to repose our brother, Homer G, Molden, president of the State B, Y, P.'U, Convention, may we Low jn humble submission to’ His di- vine will, Whereas, We deeply mouin the loss of our friend and cu-worber, but at the same time we fect that our loss Js heaven's gain. Teesolved, That we extend to the bereaved family our heartfelt sym. pathy in this thelr great bereave- ment, When waves above you break and rall; When Lite to thee seems drear and cold, There Is One omninotent of will Who saith to thee, “Peace, be still.” Respectfully submitted, S, 8, HESTER, Vice President. J. A, MARKHAM, Treasurer, MISS MATTIE L. BRADSHAW, Recording Secretary. MISS LIDA M. CRUMP, Corresponding Secretary. State Baptist Young People’s Union Convention, May 11, 1917. SALINA, KAN, Misd Esther Perrin has Rene te Newton, where she will make her homd, . Misses Alphonso Perrin and Eve- lyn Ewing, high school graduates : .Diegse Be Raédy:to:.Pay Your, Subscriptien, this year, attended the jnnior and senior reception at the high echoo! Friday night. The St. John Baptist Sewing elr- cle will give a three-nights enter. tainment June 7, 8 and 9. Rev, W. P, Banke left for Gir ard, Kan., where he will attend the closing of his daughter's school, Miss Mary Banks. The Mothers’ day program, whick was rendered at the St. John Bap- tiet church Sunday night, was ex- cellent. Mrs. R. C. Jackson and Rey, W. P. Banks attended the board meeting at Strong City. , Little Lynette Jackson was on the sick Hist last weeks Mrs. Stella Anderson returned. to her home in Solomon after spending wu few days with her aslster-in-law, aise. R. C. Jackson, ut the Country club. The home of Mr. und Mrs. Joe Green butned to the ground last Monday two weeks ago. The family is doing piel at this time, Mr. Sam Travia ts seriously ill, The Junior chorus cf the St. John Baptst church gave a reception last ‘Thursday mght at the U. K. T. hall, Lverything proved a success, The Tennis club gave a spring dance at the U. K. T. hall, A lange crowd was present and all on- ivyed themselves. ‘The St. John Baptist Sewing ch- «le met wilh Mra, Henry Bryant, on North Second street.” Refresh- ‘rents were served by Miss Geral- dine Bryant. Mr. John McGee, wha sustained a revere accident last week, is con- valescent, Rev. Wilson preached an excel- lent sermon Suncny for the Odd Fellows and the Houschold of Ruth. Mre Jim Brown has purchased a laige seven-passenger car, Mr. W. W. Shobe is out of the city at present on a motor trip. Mr, Cass Bibbs, accompanied by a couple of other men from Hill City, was in the city us the guest of Mis. W. C. Woodley. The social given by the Ladles club of St, John Baptist church Wednesday night at the home of Mrs, Minnte Hudson proved a sue- ecss. CHETOPA, KAN. Hon, Nick Chiles, editor of the Topeka Plaindealer, was in the city transacting business, While — here he was the guest, of Mr. and Mrs, Pr. Wi, Bassett. "He also visited Douglasn xchool und noted the prog- less made. Miss Corrine Reede of Tulsa Is eapected in the city soon, Mr. D. N. O’Guynn of Muskogee paced through here en toute to New York on a business trip, Miss Louise Morgan of the Man. ual Training school, Pittsburg, Kan., visited home folks Sunday. Mrs, L, May of St, Louis [a vie iting her daughter, Mrs. James ‘Rankin, She is accompanied by her ‘grandchildren, Jewel and Eugenola Wilson. Mr. Jackson of Pittsburg, Kan., and Mr. Samuel Duniels of Parsons sisited their home lodge of G, U, Q. of O. F. Sunday, Rev, Iarris hus teturned looking much Improved, Those who are, indebted to The Plaindealer please pay the corre- Spondent or send to the Topeka of- ce, The Odd Fellowa aud Hoxuchold of Ruth observed Sun ay for their day of thanksgiving, They deserve personal mention for thelr manifes- tation. Mrs, Belle Porter-Treece of In- dependence, Kan, came over to visit frienda. Miss Hazel Daris of Oswego vis- tee the Blurton family over Sun- day. The correspondent has recelved programs for closing day caercises from many schools. Among the list was the Baxter Springs program, Prof, and Mrs, Yeager, ietruct> ura, which showed excellent arrange. ment, Miss Stella Brown of Blue Jacket is the guest of Mise Ruby Juekson, Mrs, June Finley, wha has been visitIng her aclatives, Mr. and Mrs, Henry Basectt of Fort Scott, came nome Sunny, Mr. Oliver Caldwell! came up from Tulsa tu visit home folks, Little Miss Genevieve Thompson came down from Oswego to attend the Douglass program Friday night. Red and white flowers were invevi- dence Mothers’ day, Generally speaking, everyone en- joyed the closing school program, Lon J, Holmes will graduate from the Chetopa high school Thursday evening, being the only colored stu> dent in the class. Messr. Thos. J. Powell, Charles Dial and Sherman Crowder are the graduates from the eighth grade of Douglass school under the manage. ment of the instructor, Miss Nest eld. LAWRENCE, KAN, A delightful surprise party was given in honor of Miss Iva Mae Dixon’s twelfth birthday, at the home of Mrs, Cloud, 2121 New York street, Saturday, May 9, from 3 to 6, The twenty-four little guests enjoyed a dainty two-course Junch- eon, throughout which a color scheme of pink and white was observed, A . . — Western University Commencement Beginning Sunday, May 27tn and Closing Thursday, May 31st at 3:00 O'clock, The public ta cordially invited to all exerciees, SUNDAY, MAY 27, 3:00 P, M.—Baccalaureate Sermon, Dr. B, FP, Watson, D, D., Waek> ington, D, C. é MONDAY, MAY 28. 2:30 P, M—Cadets In exhibition drill on campus. 8:00 P, M—Class night exercises of class of 1917, : TUESDAY, MAY 29. 10:00 A. M.—Meeting of the State Board of Trustees, 2:20 P. M—Fleld day gamer at Klamm Park. 7:30 FP, M.—Oratorical Contest for M, B. Vaughan Gold Prize. é 8:30 P, M.—Address to Alumni Assoclation by Hon. W. C, Hueston. , Alumni reception. . WEDNESDAY, MAY 30, xh 10100 A, M.—Meeting of the University Board of Trustees. " 2:30 P, M.—Tennis tourney, Klamm Park, 7:00 P; M.—Induatriat Demonstration, Greatest event of the entire’ week, Splendid and Spectacular. ' THURSDAY, MAY 31, 10:00 A. M.—Business meeting of the Alumni Association, 3:00 P, M.—Commencement exerclaes of Class of 1917, On Tuesday and Wednesday between the hours of 9 and 12 A. My and 1 and 3 P. M, the varlous department exhibits will be open to visitors and friends, All welcome, H, T. KEALING, President, Quindaro, Kansas, large bow was suspended from the center of the room, from which streamers ran to the corners of the long table After the luncheon gamen were played, prizes being given to the winners ———_«-—__—__ OLATHE, KAN. Mr, Andy Williams has made quite a few changes in his barber shop. Mr. Theodore Fountain will take the place of Mr. Geo. Williams, who left Sunday. for Parsons, Kan, Last Wednesday evening a very pissiaat surprise purty wos given on Mr George Williams, The party was Rpenee y Prof. P, G Porter and ir, Joe. Fanon, A very enjoyable eve- ning wae spent in games and music, and light refreshments were served. Miss Lora Pago was hostess to the Acme Culture club Wednesday after. noon, A very profitable and intercst- ing meeting was held. The next meet- ing wall be held with Mra Eliza Clatk. Mr. and Mrs, Joo Fanon_ spent Sunday afternoon in Kansas City, Mrs. Eliza Clark and Mise Lida Crump attended the Lincoin High school entertainment at Convention hall, Kansus City, Mo., Friday night. John Baker Jr, of Omaha Neb, visited hia father Mr, John Baker und family, last ‘Thursday, CHANUTE, KAN, Cecil Male has uccepeted a posi tion with D, H. Fisher, looking after his cars, Mr. Halo has the distinction ag being one of the best mechanics in the city. The boy of Mr. and Mrs, C John- son underwent an operation, at the Johnson hospital, and is doing nicely at this writing. ‘Sunday, May 20, Is Men's day at the Baplist church, Mrs. Johnson returned Monday afler spending a few days with her parents, in Sedalia Mo, Rev, Smith and his choir were in lola May 6 to help Rev, Watson with his rally. Rev. Watson will bring his choir to Chanute the first Sunday in June to help Rev. Smith with his rally. Mr, Anthony Ray is now an err ployee of the Santa T'e, Mr. Fred Harnis {s suffering fron an attack of pneumonia, Mother's day was observed in all the churches. Mrs, Mary Johnuon returned Fri- day from Vinita, Okla,, where she pent a week ‘with relatives and friends, Mr, Wm. Washington drove down to Parsons Monday afternoon in vr, Johnson's roadster. Miss Georgia Foster returned Sun- day from Iola, ‘Miss Lavaughn Brigham spent the week end with her father ond sis- er. WINFIELD, KAN. Mr. and Mrs. G. A, Nichols en- tertained at a six o'clock supper last Friday evening Mrs. J. C. Banks and daughter Mabel of Eeey Prai- rie, Mrs, Chae. Green, Mrs. A. Bradley of Oklahoma City, and the Montgomery family, They report a most plearant timo and the lunch could not be beaten, Mr. H. Moore of Chicago came to the city last anaes and is visit- Ing at the home of his wife's pu- rents, Mr, and Mra, Andy Charles, Miss Inez Franklin, who has been in St. Mary’s hospital for two weeks, was taken home lust Sunday much improved. Her many friends will be pleased to see her at her post in schoo} again, Rev, W, J. Brannon left for Hutchinaon to attend the board meet- Ing which was held in that city this week, Rev. Broadnax of the A. M. Ey church returned home last Tuecaday from Omaha, where he has been as- sisting in a’ revival. He reports much success, . Mrs, Chas. Green’ and alster, Mrs. Ardella Bradley, who have been visiting at the home of Mr. and Mrs, Frank Montgomery, lef?’ for Los Angeles last Tuesday, where. they will make their future home, They have lived in Oklahoma City: for the Rast ten years. Chas, Wood gave a recital in New.’ ton last Friday and reports a very nice time, ‘ Ambrose Woodard, who repre+ sented Southwestern in the debateat Newton last Friday, returned home last Sunday. Ife helped Southwest, em ie LEAINGLION, AO. Miss Vioia Ford, who has been ill for a number of months and bore her illness with so much ‘patience, died Monday night. She leaves a mother and father, one sister ard many relatives and friends to mourn her death, Zion A. M. E, church held ita quarterly meeting Sunday. The pre siding elder, Rev. A. A. Gilbert, Was“present and preached three able Rermona, Mrs. Maggie Rogers of St. Paul, Minn., Is here visitng her aunt, Mrs, Lula Baldridge. Mr. Samuel McCorkle spent a few days in Kansas City, Mo., last week visiting his sisters, Mrs. Katle Brad- ford and Mrs. Francis Brown, ‘ The B. W. Art club met with Mrs. Jennle Hawkins and daughter, Miss Glover Hawkins, After two hoars of artistle needlework by the mem- bers the president, Miss Freeman, called the meeting off to pass into the'dining room, where the hostesses served the club lemon sponge Bes The next mecting will be with Miss Cordelia Hayden, *, Dr. Wilhams, grand master of tho U. B. F., met the lodge and temples here “in executive session Monday afternoon and cvening. He was well pleased with the work, and called for a joint session of all teme. pice and lodges Monday night. They ad a pleasant session, GREAT BEND. KAN. The basket meeting and baptising marked the end of the ares eet ‘most successful rally ever held here. | Many people from surrounding: towns were here to attend the serv- |fces of the day and all reported a good time. The amount raised was 9516.36. Rey, P. D. Davis Drale- ed the different clubs for doing such: good work and he especially men- Uloned the good work of the note, churchmen. It kas been decided tox give thom a banquet in recognition of their services, Mra. Lucy Selectman met with a: very painful accident this week while cutting some linoleum, The knife slipped and cut a large gash in her: left arm. Mr, George Gracy has’ been laid’ up for three or four daya with rheu- matiem, Mrs, Morris is on the sick Ist. The doctors report her trouble to be appendicttie. here was a large crowd here’ Sunday to attend the A. M, E. bape tang. and basket meeting. Among je visitors were: Dr, Newsome, Dr. T. W. Kirk and Allen Haller of Hutchinson; Misses Leona, Juani- ta and Jessie Williama, Neva Fox and Mr. and Mrs. Buckner, Mr. and Mrs. Grey, Mr. and Mrs, L, .D. Williams of Newton, Mrs. MeKay and daughters, Beatrice, Ruth and ioulee, from Ruseell, and Mise Della Edwards of Ellis came over with them; Rev. Cox of Salina, Mrs. Blossom Jones and Miss Eleanor’ Foulley of Larned, and Mrs. Calvin Harris and daughter Marguerite of Stafford, ( Rev, Ramey was in Ellinwood last Monday on business and to visit yetstivesi He returned Monday even ing. Mr. Edward Hawkins came in from Pratt Sunday evening. Rev. Terre! came in last Thurae. day to assist Rev, Davis with the Uaptizing and rally, Hise Carrie Stark came home from Wichita Monday evening, Chatlic Payne came in from Ly ns Monday evening. Address all communications to The Popego Plaintiffor, 1129 Kansas Avenue, Gopha, Kansas. Money sent by Hipron, Trustee Money Order or Registered Letter at our risk; otherwise at the risk of the sender. When the attention of The Plaintiffor is called to any misstatement of facts in these columns, or to any error concerning any man or thing, correction will cheerfully be made. Unaligned communications, except from our regular correspondence, will not be published. NOTES OF INTEREST FROM PUEBLO, COLO. (Staff Correspondent National Negro Press Services.) Pueblo has over 100 manufacturing plants representing thirty different lines of industry, giving employment to several thousand colored men, which are among the most industrious and progressive in this section. The opportunities for the business man and the craftsman are unequalled. Among the thrifty race men are many beautiful and cosy homes. There are more than 56,000 inhabitants. The city is in the midst of a mighty spiritual and moral awakening under the leadership of the "Fighting Parson," Rev. Dr. J. Gordon McPherson, California's famous unmatched black evangelist, philosopher and humoist. He is thundering against the mighty power of sin at Bethlehem Baptist church, corner Arroys and Spruce avenue, of which Rev. G. W. Henry, D.D., formerly of the Second Baptist church of Topeka, Kan., is the pastor. The other congregations are: The St. James A. M. E. church. Rev. R. H. Harbert, pastor. Dr. Harbert was formerly a pastor and presiding elder of the California Conference of the African Methodist church. Dr. Harbert while in California erected a beautiful mission style edifice at San Diego. Since his coming to Pueblo, St. John has become a leader of African Methodism in the Arkansas valley. St. Paul A. M. E. church is pastored by Rev. John Adams, who is also a practicing attorney and has a large clientele. St. Paul has a new edifice which was erected under the supervision of Dr. Adams—a large, commodious pressed brick structure seating 500. The Eighth Street Baptist church has a large, influential membership, and a splendid edifice. They have just recently called to the pastorate of this splendid congregation the Rev. Mr. Chinn of Poplar Bluff, Mo. Scott's Chapel A. M. F. church is another one of the thriving congregations here among the colored Methodists and is pastored by Rev. A. B. Blakemore, formerly of Cheotah, Kan. The fraternal orders are well represented. There are flourishing lodges of Masons, with the higher branches; Odd Fellows, Pythlans, U. B. F. and S. M. T., Court of Calanthe, Household of Ruth, Order of Eastern Star. In the business world the brother in black is well represented. One weekly newspaper, the Megaphone, edited by T. L. Cates; one large furniture house, Samuel Nelson, proprietor, is doing an immense business, to the extent of $35,000 per annum; one grocery, operated by C. W. Carson; two cafes and restaurants, one hotel, the Royal; and several fine barber shops, all doing good business; one physician, Dr. S. P. Douglas; one attorney, John Adams; one high class job printing office, the Enterprise Printing Co., G. W. Henry; proprietor; Mrs. G. W. Henry has a first class dressmaking establishment; two cab lines, two colored carriers and several clerks in the postoffice department, one janitor of the city library. The colored people are making a fine showing along all lines here in the city of Pueblo, the Sunshine City of the Rocky mountain regions. ELWOOD, KAN. Rev, and Mrs. Jackson, Mr. Wilson, Mrs. Powell and Mrs. Baleam of Savannah, Mo., were visitors at the A, M, E, church. Rev, and Mrs. Jackson and their little daughter were guests of Rev, and Mrs. E. J. Malone, while in the city. Mrs. Wilson was the guest of Rev. Bailey and Mrs. Powell and Mrs. Baleam were guests of Mr. and Mrs. F. Forbis. Mr. Willie Watson was in the city Sunday night. An entertainment was given Saturday night by the trustees, which as a success. An entertainment will be given at Mr. and Mrs. Charley Tucker's residence Saturday, May 12. The trustee rally on Sunday, May 6, was a great success. The total collection was $21.25. Masters Vernon Walker, Roland Brown, Misses Lucile Robinson and Lucile Brown, took the county diploma examination on May 4 and 5. Master Hamilton Brown and Miss Pearl Wisner will be graduated on Wednesday, May 16. Come and enjoy a good time. Miss Geneva Lamasters, Miss Myrtle Robinson and several girls from St. Joseph, Mar. visited Miss Ethel KINSLEY, KAN. Mr. Loyal Standifer of Hutchinson is now porter at the Grove hotel. Mrs. Mattle White of Kansas City is cooking at Mr. R. E. Edwards. Miss Rosie Caldwell returned from Anthony for a few months' visit with home folks. Miss L. Johnson died on the 1st of May after an illness of several months. She leaves to mourn her loss a loving father and a host of friends and relatives. She was born in Ardmore, Okla., on May 6, 1903, and came to Kinsley in 1914. GREAT BEND, KAN. Mr. Geo. Williams was here the first of the week with one of the agents for the Augusta Petroleum and Refining Co. They succeeded in selling a number of shares here for the company. James Huston met with a serious accident while unloading ties last week. He was unloading, when a switch engine bumped into the car, causing him to drop a tie on his foot, which broke the bones in two of his toes. At present he is getting along nicely. Mr. and Mrs. Harry Tumbleson and daughter Irene were visitors in Great Bend Sunday. Miss Alberta Roberts is sick with the measles. Geo. Wells returned from Fratt Saturday night. Mrs. Georgia Walker is on the sick list. The rally at the A. M. E. church will end Sunday with a big basket meeting and baptizing. The baptizing will take place in the morning and Rev. Davis will be assisted by Rev. Terrel. After this tables will be set in the churchyard and the baskets opened, and Rev. Davis wants all to enjoy themselves. Services will be held in the afternoon and at night. Miss Mary Brewer has been somewhat indisposed for awhile, but is getting along nicely now. ESKRIDGE, KAN. The farmers are having plenty of rain. Mr. D. I. Barker of Bradford was in Eskridge Saturday between trains, on business. The C. M. E. church will observe Mothers' day. A good program is being prepared under the auspices of the Women's Missionary society. Mr. and Mrs. T. A. Mallory entertained at dinner Sunday in honor of Mrs. Coleman of Emporia, Mrs. Mallory's mother, who has been visiting her for the past three weeks. A three course dinner was served, after which a sacred program was rendered, Mrs. Mallory runs a dairy and is doing an excellent business. Mr. J. K. Lewis, who is still under the care of the doctors in Topeka, was at home for a short time last week. It is hoped that Eskridge will win the county track meet, which will be held at Alma Thursday. We are proud to state that we have some of the best athletes in the state among our colored high school boys. One of our farmers has already planted 325 acres of corn and has 50 more acres to plant. He is preparing for war in time of war, and, from the looks of his farm, he certainly worked diligently in time of peace. We refer to Mr. Ben Menifee and his sons. We learn that the Jackson brothers have purchased an automobile. These are very deserving and prosperous young men and we hope that others will get the spirit. Miss Trevia Mae Swagerty has returned from Lawrence, where she has been specializing in music at the university. Miss Trevia will spend the summer at home with her parents on the farm. Mrs. Solomon Dawson of Florence, Kan., is visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. James Barker. Boss' Green Houses are chock full of Spring Plants. Prices to suit the times. Geraniums, Ferns, Salvias, Cannas, Foliage, Vincas, Verbenas, Snapdragons, Hanging Baskets, Porch Boxes, Come and see them. Phone sales promptly delivered. E. G. BASS, FLORIST. Phone 3000. 809 E. 15th St. (First published in the Topeka Plaindealer April 27, 1917.) Mandate April 21, 1917. State of Kansas, Shawnee County, as: In the Matter of the Estate of James P. Berry, deceased, late of Shawnee County, Kansas. NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT. Notice is hereby given that on the 19th day of April, A. D. 1917, the undersigned was, by the Probate Court of Shawnee County, Kansas, duly appointed administrator of the estate of James P. Berry, late of Shawnee County deceased. All parties interested in said estate will take notice and govern themselves accordingly. Mr. John McGee suffered a bad accident Saturday, being run over Ly an automobile. His condition is not serious. Mr. Sam Travis is still on the sick list. Mr. Deow of Bombay, India, gave an interesting talk at St. John Baptist church Sunday evening. Theodore Jordan and Ralph Hurston have departed for points in the East. Clinton Morris, Marie Moman and Agnes Patterson of Abilene spent Sunday in the city. The May festival of the A. M. E church was as follows: Thursday night, the May pole and crowning of May Queen; Friday night, baby show, in which little Roberta Henderson won the first prize; Saturday night, "Tom Thumb" wedding and box supper. Mr. Jack Greene of Falun was in the city Sunday. Messrs. Wendell Williams, Paul Knight and Elmer Williams of Black Wolf spent Saturday and Sunday in the city. The club members of the St. John Baptist church are having great success in their socials held at one another's homes. Several of the young girls of St. John Baptist church have decided to put on a play for the benefit of the church. A certain popular young lady of this city is wearing a beautiful diamond ring. We wonder what it means, as she is no high school graduate. The N. U. G. Art club met at the home of Mrs. Essie Bryant, on North Second street. A delicious lunch was served by Miss Geraldine Bryant. The Boys' Tennis club met at the home of Mr. Wm. Wigley Monday night. An interesting meeting was held. Mrs. Dr. Wilson is suffering with a sore throat. Mr. Clarence De Priest, a former high school student, is now engaged in farm work. (First published in the Topeka Plaindealer May 4, 1917.) NOTICE. In the Probate Court of Shawnee County, Kansas. In the Matter of the Estate of Anthony Scott, deceased. All persons interested will take notice that my petition is on file in the office of the Shawnee County Probate Court, asking for authority to sell the following-described real estate, situated in Shawnee County, Kansas, belonging to the estate of Anthony Scott, deceased, for the purpose of paying the debts of said estate and the expenses of administration, to-wit: The west one-half of lots 510 and 512 on Jackson street in the City of Topoka. Said petition is set for hearing Tuesday, the 22nd day of May, 1917, at 10 o'clock a. m., at which time and place you can make known any objections you may have to the granting of said order of sale. JAMES H. SCOTT. Dated this 28th day of April, 1917. LAWRENCE, KANSAS. Mr. Curtis Burton of Topeka motored to Lawrence Monday. The Sunday Forum of Lawrence will render a program at the Metropolitan Forum, Kansas City, Kan., Sunday, April 29. They will charter a special interurban. The auxiliary of the Ninth Street Baptist church held a green supper at the chapel Thursday, April 19. It was a success socially and financially. Mr. Nick Chiles was a pleasant caller on Mrs. D. Bindley. Mrs. D. Bradley went to Sedalia to see Mr. Rice. Dr. and Mrs. Bowser won two sets of tennis on Saturday. They are very clever players. Mr. J. T. White's new buer, Mr. Geo. Williams of Olathe, Kan., has arrived. Mrs. G. W. Davis is visiting in Oklahoma. The Douglas school held its field day Friday, May 11. The Missionary society will meet with Mrs. S. H. Strothers. Mrs. J. H. Booker is visiting in St. Louis. Mr. J. T. White has invested in a new Maxwell. Mrs. D. Braalley was a pleasant caller on Mrs. Ed Young. Mesdames Morton, Walker, Clark and Bradshaw spent Sunday in Erie, visiting Mrs. Williams. Miss Leah Bridgewater has closed another successful year of teaching in Oklahoma and is home on her vacation. The girls of class No. 2, assisted by Miss Julia Bailey, gave a 15-cent luncheon on Saturday evening. A next sum was realized. Mrs. Mabel Hopkins of Hannibal, Mo., is visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. T. Haynes. Miss Lacey Clark was home for the week-end from the Pittsburg Normal. Miss Olivia Cooper has returned to Texas after a pleasant visit with Mrs. Lillian Christian. Mother's day was observed at the A. M. E. and New Hope churches last Sunday. Mesdames Neaves, Cook, Lane, Carr and Payne were visitors at the Jewel Art club Monday, May 4. JETMORE, KAN. Mrs. Ernest Bradshaw is improving. The Misses Haller left Saturday morning for Hunter, Ken Mrs. Grimay of Kentucky is at the home of Mrs. Frank Harris. The young people of this vicinity entertained Friday evening at the home of Mr. Orang Board, in honor of the Misses Haller. Mrs. Waldron and son of Hutchinson, Kan., are the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Douglas. Mrs. J. E. Bradshaw has returned from Dodge City, where she went for medical treatmentt. The remains of George Perry were shipped from Wichita Saturday. The funeral was held Sunday afternoon, Rev. Lee officiating. Mrs. Sarah Franklin of Larned Kan., is visiting friends here this week. and Miss Ella Perry accompanied the remains of Geo. Perry from Wichita. Mrs. Hunter entertained last Tuesday at dinner. An auto load of people from Dodge City attended the funeral of George Perry. Mrs. Thos. Moore entertained the Misses Haller last Thursday evening. CHICKASHA, OKLA. The Ministerial Alliance held services at the Second Baptist church Sunday evening in a rally with the popular pastor, Rev. D. B. Hill. One hundred and fifteen dollars was raised. The services at the A. M. E. church were good all day Sunday. The pastor, Rev. I. W. McGee, baptized two converts. The First Baptist church is carrying on a revival. They are asking all churches to attend. Mrs. C. R. Dickerson entertained thirty-four guests at a "foot" social Thursday evening, the largest foot receiving a prize. All enjoyed themselves. The Lincoln high school domestic science department prepared a lunch for the school board Monday. WHEN IN OMAHA THE PATTON HOTEL, 2 Mecks So. of Union Station.) M. P. PATTON, Prop. 'AFE IN CONNECTION Meals at All Hours. Phone Douglas 4445. 441A. NEBRASKA 1014-16 So. 11th St. TOPEKA'S FIRST COLORED LICENSED EMBALMER. G.W. Hamilton, SAMUEL H. HARRIS Our Popular Undertaker Phone 574. 309 Kansas Ave. Phone 574. 309 Kansas Ave Open for Business Day and Night. Everything New But the Man. Best Service Guaranteed. THE MAYOR OF BROOKLYN Mme. Beard's Hair ...Grower... It removes dandruff, stops the itching of scalp; it gives wonderful results. Three Months Treatment for $2.25 or 50 c per Box. Agents Wanted JME. M. BEARD, 519 S. 16th St. SAINT JOSEPH, - MISSOURI. Ada's Hair Grower --- in 8 months will make the Hair long, soft and glossy. A trial will prove it. When in Leavenworth, call on the manufacturer. We want Live Agents to represent us in every city and hamlet in the great West. BOX OF PRESSING OIL 25c BOX OF HAIR GROWER 50c Milking GATARRH of the a BLADDER and jail Nesturge is 24 HOURS This aggregate hours for the milk of the Milking GATARRH DO YOU BELIEVE IN SIGNS? REMEMBER THIS ONE PALMER'S "SKIN SUCGESS" OINTMENT when looking for the ORIGINAL Skin Ointment and Complexion Brightner. In successful use over eighty years. Many millions of boxes sold all over the country to satisfied users. BEWARE of all substitutes. Substitutes may be harmful; even dangerous. Insist upon getting what you want - the old, reliable "SKIN-SUCCESS" Ointment and Soap. 1512 Atlantic Ave. Brooklyn, N. Y. Write for a sample of Palmer's "Hair-Success" Dressing, the best hair pomade on the market. I=H Hard, Winter, "turkey red" is the flour wheat supreme. Given the advantage of I-H modern milling, this fine raw product becomes a superfine food-I-H Flour, the aristocrat of every grocery. Mrs. Nellie Price of Oklahoma City is visiting her sister, Mrs. Beulah Williams. Mrs. Jackson and Mrs. Dickerson and daughters spent Sunday in Oklahoma City. There is a great deal of sickness in our city. A luncheon was served at the home of Mrs. L. A. Dana Wednesday evening for the benefit of the Missionary society. Report all news to Mrs. L. A. Dana, 715 South First. NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS. Sealed proposals will be received by the Trustees of the Topeka Industrial and Educational Institute, at the office of Charles II. Chandler, State Architect, until 12 o'clock, noon, May 21st, 1917, for the furnishing of all labor and materials necessary for the erection and completion of addition to the Boys' Dormitory at the aforesaid institution. Also for the heating, plumbing and electric wiring in aforesaid building. Plans and specifications may be seen on file at the office of the institution and in the State Architect's office. Each bid must be accompanied by a certified check for five per cent of the amount bid. Said check to be made payable to J. Newel Abrahams, Treasurer, and the same shall be forfeited to the state in case the successful bidder fails for ten days to enter into contract and furnish the required bonds as prescribed by law, after award of contract has been made. The attention of bidders is called to Chapter 114, Session Laws of 1891, with which they must comply; this is commonly known as the "eight hour law." The board reserves the right to consider bids as a whole or to segregate, as appears to the best interest of the state to do; also to reject any or all bids, or parts of bids, if it is deemed to be to the state's interest to do so. All proposals will be presented under sealed cover and shall be marked "Proposals." They shall be addressed to W. R. Carter, Sup., and filed with the State Architect. (Signed) THE TOPEKA INDUSTRIAL & EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTE. JUNCTION CITY, KAN. The popular girl contest closed Sunday, April 29. Miss Hannah Corrine Hamilton won, she having received 101 votes, amounting to $5.05. Miss Ethel Stewart received 25 votes, amounting to $1.15. This contest was for the benefit of the Missionary society of the Second Baptist church. Mrs. Dick Chinn has been seriously ill. Mr. and Mrs. Emerson Scabron and Mrs. Roy Coleman of Ft. Riley have purchased a Chevrolet car. Mr. Bruce Hammonds and Mr. Sherman F. Gaines last week for Fairbury, Neb., where they have positions in the Maryetta hotel. They are two of our most popular boys and will be greatly missed. Mr. Roy Tucker and Mr. Wilbur Johnson of the State Agricultural college were in the city Sunday, guests of Misses Helen Jones and Eleta Blanty. Miss Hannah Hamilton visited in Manhattan Sunday, the guest of Miss Ruth Rideley, who is attending college there. Miss Ethel Stewart will return to her former home, Westhoff, Texas, Friday. Mrs. Jerry Smith and son George are in the city visiting Mrs. Taylor. Mrs. Smith will be remembered as Miss Edith Taylor. Mr. Lloyd Sparks, one of our prominent young men, has given up his position and joined the army. He has been sent to Ft. Logan, Col. COUNCIL GROVE, KAN. Phone news to 425, to Lydia Johnson, between the hours of 8 a. m. and 12 p. m. Mrs. Robert McClary and sister, Juanita Turner, from Dunlap, Kan., were shopping in the Grove. While here Mrs. McClary had a number of teeth extracted. Mr. and Mrs. Lonnie Woods were among those who attended Odd Fellows thanksgiving services at Osage City Sunday. Misses Sarah Hooker and Violet Hooker spent Saturday and Sunday in Ottawa, Kan., with their brother Clarence, who lives there. The Mothers' day program at the A. M. E. church was quite a treat. Little Sadie Johnson pleased the audience with an organ solo, which she played with much ease. Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Carpenter and little daughter have returned from Oklahoma after a few months' stay. Prayer services every Wednesday night at the A. M. E. church, which is a great help to the young and old alike. Don't forget the grand rally to be given at the A. M. E. church. Rev. Chiles and his members are working very hard to make it a success. Farms for Negroes ordered Men, why not buy a farm in a land here a man is a man! Here ONE crop will pay for your farm! I can sell you a farm in Logan County, Kansas, PRICEBOM ONE DOLLAB to TWENTY DOLLARS PRE ACBE. Easy Terms, fastest and most healthful climate on earth. If so mean BUSINESS, write S. E. CAREY, Lawyer. RUSSELL SPRINGS. — KAN. MONTGOMERY IN PATENT OFFICE U.S. BEFORE AFTER and Hair Dressing This Company has gone out of business and we have bought the receipts for making these preparations. 21 WE DO NOT MAKE THEM We Sell the receipts for making both preparations for $1.00 The articles for making these preparations can be bought in any drug store. Anyone can make it when they get the receipts. You can send $1 in a letter or money order or stamps and we will send receipts by mail. II. MOSLEY 509 N. 1st St. • Richmond, Va. RS ET SE CT TT TR ee RE + . . z ; a : Es The “Mutual” Ice Scheme EKEREAMA ARS RRRAARRARRRARA SARA THE STAR HAIR GROWER. A Wonderful Hair Dresser and Grower. One thousand agents wanted, Geos money made. We want agents in ev- ery city and village to sell THE STAB HAIR GROWER. This is a wonderfw ‘preparation. Can be used with o without straigtening irons. . Sells for 25¢ per box—one 25¢ bea will prove its value. Any person that will use a 26¢ box will be convinced No matter what has failed to grew your hair just give THE STAR HAIS GROWER a trial and be convinced Send 26¢ fur full size box. Af you wis. ; e to be en agent send $1.00 and we wil « + send you a full supply that you car begin work with at once; also agenta 7 Seay ali money by Money Order to } tun STAn HAIR GROWER MFGR., P. 0. BOg 812, Greensbere, N. 4 ! SOC FRE 30 Se YO BAC DOE M0 SK SCJ JRC DRC J D0 J DOJO 0D HRCI 20 BD RD 9S 90 2002 DEE Will Topekans "Fall" for a Plan to Block a Legiti- mate Business? We do not believe the feorle will “fall” for the scheme launched 8 few days ago by a few fellows whe propose to organize a money-saving fee company and fumish tee at “cost” to those who contribute to 4 hat collection for the up-keep of same. Such a scheme on the part of business men is unfair and un: fust to the men who have invested thousands of dollars in plants equipment, ete., that Topeka and her people might be supplied with we and enjoy the benefits of up-to. date cold storage plants. The In. vesiment was made at a time wher it looked like throwing money to the winds, but they braved the hard: ships, and now, when they are about to renlize a small return on the in. vestment, a bunch of “slackers” In the husness world ate ugthoughtfal enough to device a scheme to hinder their progress. The hike in the price of Ice In To- prha is justified fiom the fact that the operating expinses of the plants have almost doubly increred. Is thle in hultie welfare iroye- mont?) Are they not admitting that they can not produce and deliver ice to the small consumer in competition with the estillished comp inies? We nelieve that these campanics are en- tiled ton fur profit and are just! fled in saising the pulse of ke an Topcha, ind that the people who hive the interests of Topchs at heart will continue to use their prdduct, The Mcople’s, which is one of the largest and best equipped plants im this section, in heeping with the «ad- vance of everything else, have in- sreased the wages of their employes, The operators aie men who believe m paying a “age at which they can live. They aic now paying more than double the normal price for horse feed; horseshoeine now costs {6 to 20 per cent more, harness and yther equipment at least 33 per cent more, No company can now opet- ate successfully by getting the same price’ for their products that they did a year ago, in the face of this advance in the price of all items of expense entering inte their husiness and which will in all probability con- tinue to rise untd the close of the present war. Tt is suid that the new proposed mutual company, supposediy. started by someone axa public’ welfare movement, will not he able to take care of the small consumer at pres- ent, but would confine its efforts to the large user. = it Grows Older it Grows Better PORO A Hair Grower That Won for Itself Over 4,900 New Patrons Last Year FOR DETAILS WRITE ae FOURO’ COLLEGE Co. $200 Pine St., Dep't. “v" St, Louis, Missouri. - Heatag fa, TR MACIC 13 910 1060 Re A HA pod g EMAGI \ - ey eA MLO? Cr i.! EMAGIC pace SHIN Fe \\ AAGEATUCUTNNSNUW te Drier of tevin, Price $1.00 a: me Mele PodesSrcn Bite S Anemewanted Weve los iwersture: G ‘MAGIC SHAMPOO DRIER CONPANT : ‘Minsespelis, Misa, asia eve acer warmer rel ae i cate ar Seta eee wiirera wwii watt THE NEGRO'S LOYALTY TO THE FLAG (By J Arthur Wamlctt, Jackson Tenn.) The «uestion as to the loyalty of the Negra to the nation's flag during the present evisic may be an- swered by hjstory which records nis deeds of patriotic devotion and loyat heroism in all the battles this nation has had, It should be easy to re call that the heroes of the Boston massacre, Bunker It, New Or- teans, Richmond, San Juan, El Caney and Caimzal were Negiocs; and we challinge anyone to point out when und where the Negro's foyalty to the flug has ever been surpassed, Me has escaped the anaichixtic spirit, he has fomented no nation-wide strihes tither in peace or war. Piesidentts of this nation have been asaassinat. el, but the Negio didn't do it; he dit on the other hand, by his cour- age and devation, pioleng the life of one who was the sictin of a most brutal useacsin, Plota, intrigue and treason of the deepest dye have often menaced the safety and honor of this country, but the Negio had no part in them, fact is, the Negro has a record for loyalty as a race that is unsurpassed; and mote, it 38 unequakd, The layalty of the proud Anglo-Saxon, with his boasted in- telligence and artogated superiority, cannot, by reason of — conditions, measure up to the patifotism and loyalty of the Negio, The Negro can be depended upon in the paerent cisis, He will fight if necessary. We wall display. a loy- alty that Can not he approached by the white man because he wul, be animated by a far nobler spirit the spit of unselfishness, The white min fights for a country that honois him--honots him with its love and confidence, with Its tears and flowers; honors him with an. thems of piaire and songs of mirth, with big parndes and national alrs; honers him with pillais af marble and monuments of bronze, But the black man fights for a country that doea not with justice regard his rights as a estlzen, even though he sp'lla his blood upon every battle. field where the country engages; a country on the other hand that har curtailed his iights, distranchlsed him throughout the South and seg- regated him almost everywhere, and wauld, it seems, through some of its trusted lenders, argue with the very flames of hell to estublish the nefar. lous Jim-Crowlem there. The white ‘mun fights for a flag that will pro- tect him, a flag that meang equal justice, life and liberty to his chil den; a flag that alt protect the virtue of his women; on the other hand the black man fights and brave- ly meets deuth for a flag that ale lowa his people to be humiliated, in- sulted and outraged without any re- dresa; a flag thot allows members of his race to be innocently mobbed, lynched and burned right In the streets of cities full of schools and churches, with men, women and children of other yaces mocking at the eruel ore and deepest a of thelr writhing! bodies as their flesh fries and bones parch amid the GEORGE M. ATWOOD WOT Ne MANUFACTURER OF— ICE CREAM AND PIES Churches, Lodges, Clubs and Family Orders a Spccialty Call or phone---Deliver one gallon or more to any part of the city. Bell Phone West 2911 606 Central Ave KANSAS CITY, KANSAS ! ? f Catalogue of the Free! Free! Free!inarssiis AGENTS WANTED! FINE CREOLE HAIR. : a ae 4 Fes , Ra nS . CLF PEA Bis ED 7 of AGU | eee FSS ih 1 aR es ¥ | eae eS ha i EB ate Beret, cs i Boo ~<a se f fof 4i 0 . a . GN “iy ny Ty at eer re} Bie iy 2) Pr PRY 4 Ee Vases Cee ee ? le aa ens ao Peay, cis We are the largert dealers in A ne Caine aaa oa od a; Creole Hair Goods, Raw Hair eth fay 7" Petts by the pound; Electric Combs, = aes as iat ye Etc, in thia country, We show Ore jt. sey a larger variety of styles and = -S wit. < sell more Fine Creole Wigs Mama OTE” Fe than any other manufacturer & fe in the United States. Write ia for catalogue, IT IS FREE! SAM WILLER P, 0, Box 298, HUMAN HAIR GOODS Co, 20 Inch Creole Switches 25¢ Shreveport, La. Each; 24 Inch, 50¢ Each, ateal Hand-Made Human Creole Hair LATE@T STYLER IN VOL ORED PEOPLE'S HAIR GOOD6, WIGS, BRAIDG, TRANSFORMA- TIONS, PUFFS, BANGS, HABE NETS, CUT UAIR BY Tae POUND, ‘ We ocarry the largest ssscrt ment of Straightening Combe, Bend 2 for besutifal sew entabry. The Old Relisble Mme.Baum’s fialz mporlum 6 Mgbth Ave, NEW YORK at, Ze _ Wigppe, writing, mention The Crapo Malniggiey, / beeen | WANTED—First class band in structor, at once, to take charge of a newly organized companys It is Breterted that he reside in Kansas Ity or St. Joseph, or as close to Plattsburg as possible: Write C. G. Cunningham for further informa- tion, P, O, Box 157, Plattsburg, Mo. MADE AG. x vs: " STRAIGHT Aix. Cotored foths are cerry PODS Ril’ bout Herolin thenewd 4 AE fever which stragntens : <A ‘put kinky. snarty or manor baie. Simply apply aliaiie oh <= i} ‘ HEROLIN 44S todateandeceleenu NAGS E4724 $00 in mshort Rime your rk 4 he Decomes aut, NEU y Smooth, silky fag aK and eo stranht that it can ba Dy) combed and brushed fn any (iW wrle, Herolin grows huts of ew hair, soft, uty, stearght, thick and bese ‘tiful—iooks and fecis e¢ five aod fusc’y tat you feck proud of your har end ars tie ems Biyour Wriestac: Vierolm sfeo stops ttn Scalp and dandrult at ones SEND 25c (stamps of corn) for a Big box. "EROLIN MEDICINE CO., Allanta, Ga SGENTS ‘Nou ere wake nears king? 6 § fog Baretiag Welty tre tren flimea; or they will dance in mirth- ful glee in the trail of blood spilt by the victim as their mutilated bodies ate dragged about the fashionable atiects—all this without even the slightest protest on the part of the federn) government, — But the black niin, knowing all thls, will, in the time of national peril, forget the Miongs und brutal treatment inflict: ‘ed upon him and open bis bosom, be neath which there is an aching Fenit, to the sword of the nation’s tnemy—be will fight heroicatly and vo bravely to denth for the nation’s honor and integrity. The Negro is brave, true, unsctt- ish, prtiiotie und Ioyal, This has hein affirmed all the way from Bos ton Commons to Carrizal, And though oppressed, humiliated, denied his rights and equal justice In the courts, scgicguted, brutally treated, mobbed, lynched and buined, the Negro Is capable of sismg above plejudice and hatved and march ‘foith to hattle, the tiuest and brav- ust soldier any nation has ever had. ——+—_ SPRINGFIELD, Mo. Mis, M. E. Dorsey, wife of Rev. J. S, Dorsey, was piesented with a saluable rocker by her chuich for her faitfulness and reivices of six. teen years in caring fo. the sacra. mental necessaries, 7 The Woman's Home Missionary vociety met aut the residence of Mrs Mattie Canifax. Mrs. Priscila Bruce was a delight. ful hostess to the Wontan's Musical end Literuty club [riday ufternoon, May 5. A pleasant and profitable meeting was enjoyed. Tre hostess Was assitted in serving by her daugh. ter, Mrs. Arthur Cobb, Mrs, Lau- dt Hancock was a visitor, Mothers’ day was most fittingly observed by all of the churches of the city. The annual thanksgiving eervice of the Odd Fellows and Household of Ruth was held Sunday afternoon, May 12, ut Gibson chapel, Rev, A. -E. Rankin delive.’ng the sermon. A, B. Freeman was master of ceremo- nies, The terchers of the different roome of Lincoln High school and Douglaes school are preparing their closing exercises, to be held at Gib. son chapel The first one will be held May 17 by room 1, The Iittle tots will present the cantata, “Peg- gy’s Dream., Doris B. Cooner, teacher, On Friday evening, Mav 18, the fiechmen of the high schoo! wall present “Miss Neptune.” Vodi Ti. Wardy, teacher. Tuesday even- ing May 22, room No. 2 will present the cnntata “The Gypsies’ Festi- val," Mayme E, Young, teacher. Wednesilav evening, May 2%, Prof, Cc. H. Wilburn, Thursday evening, May 24, graduating exerciser of the eighth grade 1oom No, 5, Edwina I. Smith, teacher. Other rooms and dates wilt be announced later. Rev. and Mra, W. Ih. Young, who were out driving Saturday aft- ernoon in the south pirt of the city, also made plensant social calls with members and friends, At the next meeting the Woman's Musteal and Literary club will cloct soreone to go nnd look for a_long looked for member—Mrs, Eliza Stem. mons. ALUMNI REUNION, Ginduaten af Topeka Juduatrial [n- atitute to Meet, All graduates and former stadenta of Topeka Industrial and Eduea- tiunal Inatitute are invited to attend the commencement exercises, begin- ning May 23, closing May 39, The annual meeting of the Alumni As- sociation will be held Wednesday morning, May 30, Very gratifying reports have come In during the vear from all gradu- ates and many former students, Come and tell of the work that you have been doing, Your old school ex. tends a hearty welcome to you. Come nnd sing the songs of T, I. and KE. [, and rally ‘round the pur. pie and gold, The institution will e pleased to receive you as its guests during the occasion. Come and bring your friends with ru Let us know what time you will ar- rive so that we may have someone to meet you. WILLIAM R. CARTER, Prinelpal. —_—_1.*—_~ PROGRAM For Commencement Ezerciseg at the Topeha Industrial jnetitute, ay —— | The Hovag exercises of the To- peka Industrial and Educational In/ ptitute, the Western trade school: for : 1 a a =the “hh my 1g Ai 2} Cie LARS ary (= Di ih ' wes rs at mit 4 are a C4 ys (ise ; oo. { (roe ne LO Ala bin aa vA ECS cr ky a * na pian as | ae EIS ey = A te ‘Pre a oe ‘ / Ah, therés Sweetness, Madani ust one thing required to convince you of the leliciousness of Meadow-Gold Butter. Try it. ‘t's the butter that’s going into hundreds of thou- sands of homes all over the country. Don't think that the tasty, fine-flavored Meadow- Gold Butter nay be too hie ‘priced. 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Students have been in_ attendance from every section of Kansas, and also from the following statest Ok- lahoma, Nebraska, Colorado, Arkan- sas, Iowa, California, Arizon, Utah, Missouri, Montana and Wyoming, Commendable records have been made along all lines of endeavor. The program of the week follows: May 25—Student rally. May 27-—Baccalaureate sermon by Rey. D. A. Holmes, Metropolitan Baptist Temple, Kansas City, Kan.3 8 R, ™.,, religious organiza jonas. fay 28-10 to 12, classes; 2 p. m., field sports; 8 p, m., musical de- partment, My 29-10 to 12, classes; 2 p. m., class day exercises; 8 p. m., class play. May 30—10 to 12, Industrial and academic exhibits; 2. p. m., come mencement address, President H. W. Hayes, George R. Snith College, Se- dalia, Mo. 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