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The Topeka Nineteenth Year. No. 43 TUPEKA, KANSAS, FRIL Our old friend C. W. Landis conducts a cafe and rooming house. He is one of the old timers in that part of the country, having lived in Cherryvale for a number of years. He owns good property in this town and attends strictly to business. Associated with him is Mrs. Nellie Williamson, who is a fine caterer and conducts a cafe and hotel known as the "Last Chance" restaurant, which you pass on the way to the Katy depot. Mr. G. McDaniel is employed at the postoffice and has a ranch west of town, where he raises hogs. He has one hog that weighs 700 pounds and six that weigh 500 pounds each. He has a wife and four children. Mrs. McDaniel and the children take great interest in the place. Our old friend W. A. Bradley, official ice man of the Santa Fe, has held the position for a number of years and is still on the job. Mr. Chester Williams, who has been around Chanute and other portions of the Southwest for a number of years, has opened a fine barber shop and pool room, with cigars and soft drinks in connection. He is making money, buying property and moving to the front. We visited our friends, Mr. and Mrs. Alphonso Douglas. Mr. Douglas is certainly a progressive, business farmer. He grows garden produce every year to display at the fair. His hogs are all thoroughbreds and he has nice cattle. He is now preparing to put in several acres of wheat. He and his wife are graduates of Western University and attended school with Mr. George K. Williams, who is now registrar at the school. Mr. Naomi Campbell, our correspondent, was recently married and is now enjoying his honeymoon. We did not have much chance to talk with him, as he was always in a hurry to see his wife, and we hope he will continue to make it pleasant for her. Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Tally are among Chanute's leading people, own property and are doing fine. Our old friend J. S. Hale owns good property here and is one of the town's most substantial citizens. K. C. STAR WITH THE SLACKERS Great Newspaper Seems to Indorse Disloyal Acts of Citizens Around Manhattan and Junction City. To the Managing Editor of the Kansan City Start Set—Your staff correspondent's report from Camp Funster, Kansas, on October 10, and your compulsive headliner, "Don't Want Negro Troubles," without a line of comment comming such action, shows that it not with your approval. We address you because your paper exposes the immaculate cause of the Lowly Nazarente. You pretend to defend those who cannot defend themselves. If a wrong is propetrated upon an individual or a community, you are quick to resent it. Your policy along this line has been to defend all other races and individuals except the colored American. You take great delight in heralding and dashing out all news that tones to degrade the colored people. You play it up in the headlines, which at all times indicate your policy toward the race. You never commend or defend the actions of the colored race, but always condemn or are silenced on the subject. Now, My Dear Managing Editor, we live in Kansas, and have lived here for the past thirty-one years. We have been trying to manage a small newspaper in the interest of all races, and believe we know Kansas call her citizens, and can say truthfully about her whites that the report stating that colored troops are not wanted in Kansas does not come from the better class of whites. Nationals does that lying report sent out from Camp Funston meet their appraisal. Kansas has the finest and best Christian white people within her borders of any state in the Union. The report in question emanates from the meanest scum of the white race in America—those who have no abiding place, except it be in hell. They do not belong to the highly civilized white class of Kansas. They have migrated from Georgia, Texas, or the informal regions. If you will take the time, or have your staff correspondent interview a few Kansans who have lived within her confines for more than a day—those who came, and, stayed, and fought her battles to make her what she—they will tell you there is no ease prejudice except what is being brought here by a few "pecker-woolls," who never are heard from cave when they spring the color questions and have the big daily papers spread it as sensational, thereby getting themselves before the public. The thousands of disreputable whites have grown rich by assailing the colored man, and many newspapers have grown rich by misrepresenting our race, yet none of this filthy lucra has ever been able to get them into the better class of educated Christian Americans. Now, sir, let me say to you and the Associated Press, and other papers that assume the same policy toward the affected people that your paper has pursued—that in, sending out false and damaging reports, with coloring to match—that you have made a mistake in attempting to be michirch the first name, of Kansas by sending out to the world reports that Negro soldiers are not wanted. You, Kansas welcomes all men who have been called to the colors to defend America and her rights. Kansas does and tauqua concerning their colors, their religion, nor their financial standing, but says: "Come on boys, we welcome you to our borders and will do all within our power to make you happy in the home of John Brown, Ingall, and thousands of her departed heroes and thousands more of her living Christian citizens. Those peckerwoods who caused that result to be sent are allies of the Germans and are only aiding the Kansai, do we no legal American would make such a distinction between our citizens, all of whom are going to a freedom hand to fight for the freedom of our citizens and the protection of our rights. Yet a few white folks are throwing stones and mud at the armed soldiers. of our papers are accusing LaFoile of aiding Germany, got those who are daily hagging about what to do with the colored soldiers are many times worse. Now, Mr. Managing Editor, will you please detest from publishing such defamatory stuff without condemning it? It is in your duty to condemn any such rot scout out concerning Uncle Sam's fighting forces. There should be a law against the publication of such articles. Your paper would not dish up such a report concerning white soldiers a severe editorial condemning such action. Now, be fair. Years. NICK CHILES, Editor the Topeka Haindealer. WHITE CLOUD, KAN. Mrs. Floyd Holland and children of Watheng are invited Tuesday to visit her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Riley Bolts. Mrs. Sam Davis of Wathna arrived Thursday to visit at the home of Mrs. Bert Brecklinridge. She returned Saturday evening. Mrs. Earl Graves and children left Thursday for Kansas City to visit relatives. Miss Helen Ferrie, Mrs. Tom Wright and Miss Rosa Stillman meted to Troy Saturday on business. Mesara, Ed and Bert Botts were in Troy and St. Joseph last week. The quarantine was lifted from the W.' L. Stillman family Saturday after a period of four weeks. Rev. Edward Estiman conducted services at the A. M. B. church Sunday. Mr. Mahlon Foster of Robinson spent Sunday in White Cloud. Mrs. Walter Finney left Saturday evening for Doniphan to visit her parents. Miss Mabel Stillman of Lincoln, Web., spent Monday with Mrs. R. Betts. Mr. Willie Suggs of Hiawatha is spending the week at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Robinson. Anyone having any news for the Plaidealer please phone 154. COFFEYVILLE, KAN. Presiding Elder J. T. Smith conducted the services at Bethel A. M. E. church last Sunday. Mrs. Clara Parks of Omaha, Neb., and daughter, Mrs. Lena Phillips of Tulsa, Okla., visited the former's son, Mr. Archibald Parks, last week. Miss Elsie Halley entertained the teachers at her home last Tuesday evening. The hours were passed away by current events, music and games. A very delightful evening was spent. Mrs. Stevens, one of the teachers, who has been ill, is much improved at this writing. Rev. Ross, the new pastor of Bethel A. M. E. church, has moved his belongings here. He and wife are welcomed by the entire membership. Mr. and Mrs. J. A. G. Lane, Mrs. D. M. Hunnigan and Miss Ida motored to Kansas City last Friday in the Lane car and spent the week end. Mr. Garnett Rogers, who has been indisposed, is able to be out again. Mrs. W. E. Love, who has been seriously ill, is able to be up again. W. W. Thomas, who had the misfortune of being seriously injured by having one foot torn off in a runaway accident, died last Wednesday. He was well liked by all who knew him and his death was a end blow to his many friends. Prof. S. A. Riya of Hickory creek spent the week end at home. Mrs. Savannah Richardson, Mrs. W. A. Carter and Miss Ellen Washington attended the funeral services of Mrs. Charity White at Independence last Sunday. VISITS OF THE EDITOR VISITS OF THE EDITOR CHANUTE. Chanute is a progressive town with quite a large colored population, who went into the town and bought tracts of land and are now doing fine. The cement plant here gives employment to many. TOPEKA, KANSAS, FRIDAY MORNING OCTOBER 19 1917 Mr. B. A. Ray is doing fine. He is one of the boys who loves the race. Our old friend Milton Gaston, has been sick for some time, but is now up and around. For a number of years he had charge of the leading mill in the town, but has been off for some time on account of poor health. Of all the colored men of Chanute, one who is certainly a race man is J. B. Odair, who is chef at the leading hotel of the town and is one of the finest cooks in the country. He owns a small piece of property of four or five acres west of town, and is certainly a hutter. He raises hogs and chickens, and is always fighting the battles of the race and bringing things to pass. --- INDEPENDENCE Independence is a beautiful town. Most of the colored people own good houses. Mrs. A. M. McCullough is our correspondent and agent. Our friend Joe Vanderford owns several good pieces of property. Rev. S. T. Teal, pastor of the leading Baptist church of the Southwest, is doing well. His wife is manager of a fine grocery store which they own. She is a good business woman and we only wish that the race had more women who could conduct a merchantile business as successfully as does Mrs. Teal. If so, we could have store in every town where there are sufficient colored people. Mr. Wm. Adams runs a first class shining parlor on strictly business plans and is making money. We wish we had more men like Mr. Adams. He has purchased a nice home, has money in the bank and is doing fine. Our friend P. W. White is still at the First National bank. He is a fine gentleman, owns good property and is a beacon light for the race. Mr. R. Crutchfield, formerly of Garrett, is now employed at the drug store. Mr. DeHart is chef at one of the leading hotels. We were glad to meet Mr. Anderson, who is a big junk dealer and is making money. This is a line of businesses that we wish more of our people would engage in, for they are sure to make money. We met our old friend, Rance McCullough, who has lived in Independence for the past thirty-two years and is employed by the Elks club. Mr. McCullough is very sad at this time ever the loss of his devoted wife and he has the sympathy of his many friends everywhere. PARSON At Parsons we find hundreds of colored people working for the M: K. & T. Railroad company, saving their money and buying homes. Mr. C. A. Glass is one of the shining spirits of the town. He and his father own a seventy-five foot brick building, have a barber shop is part of it and the remainder is rented out for hotel and restaurant purposes. Mr. Glass is contemplating buying a new automobile. He is a single man and says if he meets the right lady he thinks he will marry, so it is a good chance for some young lady to get a home. We met Mrs. Della Dorsey, who is a widow, property owner, and one of Parsons' best citizens. Mr. W. L. Tyton is conducting a fine grocery store. Mrs. L. Winfield is conducting a nice restaurant and cafe. Rev. T. W. Greene has been returned to the A. M. E. church. He is tearing down the old building and erecting a fine new edifice, which will be a credit not only to the denomination but to the city of Parsons. Hou. Nick Ransom is on the police force and it is said that he is one of the best officers, as he always attends strictly to business. Mrs. Daniel Bradley is a widow and owns good property; says if the right man comes along she would not mind considering him. Mrs. N. C. Blair is succeeding in the hair culture business. Her son is doing well as a hailer. Mrs. Nelle Holtzclaw of Spokane, Wash., is visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Glass, and will be with them for about six weebs. Mrs. Holtzclaw was formerly one of Parsons leading young women and before her marriage taught school at Mukeguee. Her husband holds a good position with a wholesale firm on the Pacific coast. Her many friends are sparing no pain in making it pleasant for her and will be sorry when it comes time for her to return home. We met Mr. M. L. Butter, Grand Master of the G. U. O. of O. F., and he says the order is done nicely and that he has had but two death reports since the grand session. Mrs. Gertrude Fisher Warner conducts a nice cafe, with everything up to date; a fine steamer and plenty on the counter to serve people in first class manner. PAOLA At Paola the colored people are doing fine. We met our old friend Robert Allen, who conducts a pool ball and is doing nicely. We met Prof. Lowry and Miss Peak, who have opened school and report everything moving along nicely. Plaindealer WARRENSBURG, MO. Mr. Charles Suttington of this city and Mrs. Ellen Smart of Tullahaba, Tenn., were married Sunday morning at 10 o'clock by Rev. A. W. Roles. They left on the afternoon train for Tullahaba, where they will reside for an indefinite time. Mrs. Eliza Flummer departed this life Friday morning at 8 clock and was buried Sunday. Funeral services at Warren Street A. M. E. church, conducted by Rev. A. W. Roles. Mrs. Sam Lee of Centerville, Ia. is visiting her parents, Mr. and Mru. Willie Banks. Mrs. Lucinda (Wilburn) Harris is visiting her mother, Mrs. Martha Bennett. Mrs. Maggie Washington Woodruff died Wednesday. Funeral Shiloh Baptist church Thursday, Rev. Phelps officiating. Mrs. Marie Anderson is still on the sick list. Mrs. Robert Wood of Forestell, Mo., is visiting her mother, Mrs. Harriet Berry. Mr. Geo. Plummer of St. Louis attended the funeral of his aunt, Mrs. Eliza Plummer. Mr. Cisco Miller of St. Louis 18 visiting old friends. Kev, Nash of the A. M. E. church is attending conference at Scalfield PEABODY, KAN. Mrs. Joanna Dell came Sunday from Hutchinson for a visit with her son, C. N. Dell, and family. Mr. and Mrs. Will Bell, Mr. and Mrs. Carl Gross and son and Miss Mundola Rosch motored up from Newton Sunday. Miss Mabel Hall has returned from an extended visit with Mr. and Mrs. Ed Mason at Denver, Col. Miss Lillian Edwards spent the week end with home tolks at Marion. Mr. James Hall was on the Wichita market Monday with a car of hogs. Mr. Will Harris of Marion was a caller in our city Sunday. George Dell of Newton spent the night with her sister, alrs. James Hall. Miss Mabel Hall, Misses Olive and Mary Ramsey of Newton were in Wichita Thursday seeing the wheat show. They report a very pleasant time. Mrs. Charles Waller and children spent the week end with her parents at Marion. Mr. Alwane Smith of Marion is a guest at the Wuller home. RICHMOND, MO. Roy. B. R. Monroe, pastor of Ward's chapel has returned from the conference, which met in St. Charles. He was returned for another year. The annual conference will convene here next year. Miss Ethel Riley entertained a club of young people at her hame on North Main street last week. Prof. W. E. Jacobs and wife of Kansas City, Kan., Dr. Will Thompson and wife of Kansas City, Mo., and Mrs. Moore motored to this city and spent the day with Pro. W. M. Jacobs and family. Miss Ella Cissie entertained the church club last week at her home in the west end. Ardery Smith, who fatally wounded his brother-in-law, Rudolph Bear-shears, was tried and sentenced to twenty years in prison. A surprise birthday reception was tendered Prof. Jacobs by his wife and many friends last Wednesday night. Many valuable presents were given him. Dainty refreshments were served and all departed wishing him many more years on earth. Rev. J. W. Gordon spent the week with his family in Iola Kan. week with his family in Iola, Kan. Mrs. Amelia Robinson entertained a few friends at her home on North Main street last Friday night. Whist was the amusement of the evening. Refreshments were served. Mrs. Malinda Smith and daughter Tilla returned from a visit to St. Joseph the last of the week. Night school will soon be in operation at Lincoln school. Mrs. J. Blackwell left Thursday for Kingston to be the guest of her brother, Mr. John Bell. Many persons will attend the conference, which convenes in Kansas City on the 24th. Teachers and pupils of Lincoln school will have an outing Saturday if the weather permits. PAOLA, KAN. Mr. and Mrs. A. Willis of Cushing, Okla., were in the city last week visiting the latter's mother. Mrs. Willis will be remembered as Miss Ida Taylor. Mrs. Alex Strothers has gone to Augusta, Kan., to join her husband, who has been there some time. Mr. John Whitley and son Jasper, who have been making their home in Kansas City, have moved back here. Miss Esther Payton, who has been on the sick list, is out again. Mr. Leon Z. Bush, who is attending Western University, spent the week end with his parents, Rev. and Mrs. Wm. Jackson. Mrs. Albert Adams, after a week's visit with her husband, has gone back to Tulsa, Okla. INDEPENDENCE, KAN. Miss Eva Briggan spent Sunday in the country visiting her father. Among those who motored to Coffeyville Sunday were Mr. and Mrs. D. People and family, Dr. D. H. Davis and family. Mrs. Frances Holstein returned from Garnett Monday morning. Mrs. Crutchfield of Garnett spent Sunday with her husband and daughter. Hon. Nick Chiles was in our city last Thursday. Mrs. Charlie White died at her home last Friday evening after a brief illness. Funeral was held from the A. M. E. church Sunday afternoon. Mr. Wm. Mayberry went to Perry, Okla., Sunday to help through the cotton season. Miss Fern Garland spent Friday and Saturday in Parsons. Miss Clara Washington invited a few friends last Monday evening to meet Miss Smith, whose home is in Wichita. Mississippi Bastries and Orla Taylor went to Kansas City Thursday to spend several weeks. FORTUNE J. WEAVER VISITS OKLAHOMA Mr. Fortune J. Weaver of Kansas City, Mo., is one of the most progressive and up-to-date business men of the race. He is always doing something and finding employment for the race, as well as making a dollar for himself. We are always glad to see men of our race engaged in business and acting unselfishly. Mr. Weaver has spent thousands of dollars advertising and he has now established an automobile training school for young men. He has purchased the interests of Dr. Brookins and Mr. Davis, and a $10,000 equipment from Mr. Cliff Mogan, founder of the Kansas City Automobile Training School, and this addition makes Mr. Weaver's school one of the beat in the West. Mr. Weaver has just returned from a trip through Oklahoma and the South, where he received a great deal of encouragement. Young men are coming from all over the country to attend his school. Below is a clipping from the Black Dish published at Oklahoma City: Fortune J. Weaver, Kansas City's live wire and hustling business man, visited Oklahoma last week for the purpose of advertising the Afro-American Automobile Training school of Kansas City, of which he is president and founder. Mr. Weaver was a guest of the Negro State Fair Association at Muskogee. From there he went to Tulsa and Tahlequah, then to Smithville, just five miles out from Oklahoma City, to visit his foster parents, Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Smith, better known as "Deep Fork" Smith, the cotton king and the founder of Smithville. Mr. Weaver spent his boyhood days on the farm with his foster parents and says the credit is due them for his inspiration and whatever success he has made in life. Mr. Weaver is president and founder of the Afro-American Investment and Employment Co. (Inc.) Through this company he has been the connecting link between the white property owners and business firms and the Negro citizens of Greater Kansas City. He has made it possible for them to buy nice modern homes in desirable sections of the city on the easy payment plan, and to furnish them employment while paying for them. He is the founder of the Kansas City Branch of the National Negro Business League and has been its president for the past nine years. Through this institution hundreds of Negro men and women have been encouraged to open up business enterprises of various kinds in and about Kansas City. Through his earnest work in the league and his co-operation with the late Booker T. Washington, the National Negro Business League was entertained last year in Kansas City. At this meeting Mr. Weaver was elected as one of the members of the executive committee of the National Negro Business League. Mr. Weaver and his devoted wife, Mrs. Bessie M. Weaver, also own and operate the Weaver Florist and Fruit Shop, at 1510 East Eleighteenth street, Kansas City, Me. This is one of the most popular and best patronized Negro business places in Kansas City. Their floral department furnishes hundreds of dollars worth of flowers each month for parties, weddings and funerals, both in and out of the city. The various lodges and societies order their floral designs for funerals by telegraph or telephone and they are made up and sent in perfect condition hundreds of miles away. Mr. Weaver says there is no line of work at the present time that offers the Negro man or boy such fine opportunity as the automobile mechanic and chauffeur. Hundreds of good positions and openings for repair shops await the Negro who has the ability to repair, rebuild and keep automobiles running, and for this reason he is giving his valuable time and attention to the establishment of the Afro-American Automobile Training School for Negroes. There are hundreds of our men and boys who have not had the opportunity to educate themselves along professional lines. Neither have they had a chance to learn a trade. This school Price $1.50 Per Year. offers them a rare opportunity learn the most interesting band them all, and one that will go them to go anywhere in the world and earn big wages. It only takes eight words to make the trade and the cost in only four of the complete course in the school. Mr. Wewar says the Negroes of Oklahoma owe more autonomy to the Negroes of any other state than to Union, and the majority of them high grade cars. Quite a number of our men and boys both our ships in the school and will be in Kansas City within the next twenty days. HUTCHINSON, MAN. Hen. Nick Chiles was in the city for a short time collecting an interview with the people. He left quickly morning for Oklahoma. Dr. H. C. Collins, the new A. M. E. pastor, is taking with the people and we predict for his nothing but success this conference year. Mr. A. Boyd returned from Hamburg Saturday, where he went to attend the funeral of a number. Mr. Jas. Johnson returned home Sunday from Oklahoma, where he has been at the bedside of his need father. M. M. Woods of Coffeyville was in the city Sunday looking for men to work. Mrs. B. M. Crow is in Iowa for a fortnight and if she likes the climate will move there. We all hope she will not like the climate. Mrs. Wooten was called to Houston, Tex., last week on account of the death of her brother. Hutchinson has the only Margo carriage and auto patrol in the state, and he is making good. The Court of Calanthe is taking on an important leadership role. R. B. Perkinson Mr. A. N. Sanlare has had his car and will try the old solider home and buggy. A wise move is the part, and if others would do the same thing they would do what is right. Miss Anale E. Carter is visting in Kansas City. Mrs. Pearl Baugh to whom she daughter, Mrs. Benchil Taylor, for occasions for a few days before and returns to New Mexico, where she impacts to make her home. Mrs. Walter Evans was a visitor at the A. M. E. church evening. It had been so long she was at church she had to knock at the door. SALINA, KAN. Miss Etheth Perrin of Newton, but formerly of Salina, visited in the city last week as the guest of her grandmother and mistress, Mrs. Josephine Price and Minas Alphace and Elizabeth Perrin. We all regretted stealing her leave. Miss Benicic Grose of Palau attended the convention for the Miss Bessie Greene of Palma attended the convention for three days. A joyful time was had during the Kansas State Baptist Convention which convened here at St. John Baptist church October 8. It is, of course, about 150 delegates were present, and we certainly had some good promoting. We had a musical treat from the Topeka Industrial and Educational Institute Sextette, which was conducted by Miss Coray and Miss McKnight and Madame Thompson of Topeka favored us with a few selections which were enjoyed by all. We were very fortunate to have with us during the convention. Dr. Charles Stewart of Chicago, representative of the Associated Frum; Dr. Jordan of Philadelphia, and a missionary from Africa, and Miss Jeanie Som Tunsi, a native of South Africa, who has been educated thoroughly in Miss Burroughs' school. These are all very prominent people of our race. Sunday afternoon, October 16 at the New theater, Dr. Jordan and Mme. Som Tuni each gave a lecture to a full house about the end condition of Africa. About $44 was raised that afternoon. Mme. Glivine of Louisville, Ky., gave a lecture at the St. John Baptist church Monday night which was excellent. Mrs. Glivine has a good aim—she is trying to establish a Negro art school at Washington, which we are quite sure she will succeed in doing. The amount raised during the convention was $1162.65. Meals were served at the O. & M. hall being prepared by Mrs. L. M. Fayes and Mrs. Margaret Adams, and everyone said the meals were delicious. The members of the Mission Chapel of St. John Baptist church presented Mme. Som Tuni with a Bible of which she was very proud. Dr. Charles Stewart gave a series of lectures to the men and women here, which were well enjoyed by them. They were a great inspiration to both young and old. The funeral services of Mr. Thea. Hill, who died last week, were held at the St. John Baptist church on Thursday. Rev. W. P. Banks officiating. Floral offerings were many and beautiful. Dr. Jordan gave a contest here, little Lynette Jackson being the winner of a Negro doll. The other two contestants, little Mime Parker and Hunt, will also receive dolls. Mesdames Owens and Garvin received a telegram telling of the death of their mother in Granby, Mo. They left Tuesday for Granby. Mr. Clyde Lanagta is ill. Tailored To Your Measure Where you please your friends, tailor made in Leeson model, made in any style, a professor fit your choice of any gond, not a cost cost to you if you accept our new liberal offer for a few hours, you will receive everything you need, including the embroidery and framing. More more period everything furnished FREE. No promise where you live, free delivery on every bought period written to you, no matter who you are made, and no charge on delivery hours of your purchase. All prices are all FREE. 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In behalf of members of the 24th infantry not guilty of participating in the Houston "riot," I wish that you would publish the following article: In reply to an article by ex-Lieutenant Flipper, in the Pittsburgh Courier, in which he condemns the Negro soldier in general, I would like to say that I am not one who would shield the guilty, but I do not think that all should be condemned on account of the misconduct of the minority. Lieutenant Flipper, to quote his exact words, states that "Negro regiments are composed wholly of thugs, gamblers, and the scum of the Negro race." You are no doubt acquainted with the record of the 24th infantry, and personally acquainted with the following men who served in the 24th infantry, and also the famous 8th Illinois, of Chicago: First Lieut. Jas. A. Greene, of the 8th Illinois, now retired; first sergeant of company K, 24th infantry, Captain Patton, adjutant of the 8th Illinois and a former member of the 24th infantry; Lieut. Crawford of the 8th Illinois and also a former member of the 24th infantry, and others too numerous too mention. A regiment that has produced men of the caliber above named surly can not be made up wholly of "thugs gamblers and the scum of the Negro race." The 24th infantry had a clean record for over fifty years, and the fact that there is now a blot on its record is to be deplored. At all places that the regiment was stationed the citizens were as one in their praise of the good conduct of the men. When the regiment was ordered back to the States from the Islands, in 1915, the citizens of the city of Manila presented the regiment with a silver leaving cup as a token of the good spirit that existed between the 24th and themselves. The city of San Francisco also thought so well of the regiment, and thought so well of the work of the military police of the regiment, that requests were sent to the commanding officer of the regiment asking that they be discharged to accept positions on the police force of San Francisco. The manner in which the regiment carried itself before the enemy in the past need not be commented upon, as it is history and known to all. In 1898, during the prevalence of the yellow fever epidemic, members of the 24th infantry were the only men on the Island of Cuba who volunteered to care for the sick and bury the dead—truly the acts, as ex-Lieutenant Flipper would have us believe, of thugs, gamblers and the scum of the Negro race." The ex-leutenant should also consider the fact, before condemning all Negro soldiers, that two of their number have accomplished that which he, with his West Point training, could not accomplish; that is, securing commissions as officers in the army and retaining the same up to the present time. They are, Captain Greene of the 25th infantry and Captain Benjamin G. Davis of the 9th cavalry. Both of these men were enlisted men when they received their commissions. They met with the same opposition that ex-Leutenant Pipper met with, and to judge by results, must have been his superior, as they still retain their positions as officers of the U. S. army while he was custodied from the service. I don't think that the exileutenat the right of these points before he de- clared himself as he did, and I hope what should this article come before him, that he will give the facts men- sioned due weight and consideration He no doubt spoke hastily, and the fact that El Paso is his home may have had something to do with his speaking the way he did.—From a Member of the Third Battalion of the 24th Infantry, Columbus, N. M. HIGH HONORS TO A WORTHY MINISTER AND SOLDIER. It is now Major George W. Proleau. Chaplain Prioleau is well known. He is now located in the Hawaiian Islands, stationed with the Twenty-fifth United States infantry a Schofield barracks. Born in South Carolina, educated in Wilberforce University and other institutions of higher training in Ohio, serving as a professor in Wilberforce University and as minister of the gospel, he has advanced steadily until, by exceptional efficiency he has attained the highest rank of any colored man in the active service of the United States army at the present time. He is major in the 25th infantry, one of the four regiments of colored soldiers in the service of Uncle Sam. Chaplain George W. Prioleau was appointed in 1895 and assigned to special recruiting duty for the 9th cavalry for service in the Spanish-American war. In 1899 he was sent to the Philippine net, where he remained two years. In 1907 he was returned to the Philippines and spent another two years. When he was returned to the United States he joined the 9th cavalry at Fort D. A. Russell, but was transferred to the Tenth cavalry in 1911 and was stationed on the Mexican border. In June, 1916, he was assigned to the 25th infantry at Schofield barracks, Hawaiian Islands, where he has served efficiency and well, and earned the nomination for the grade of major. He was nominated August 9 and was confirmed by congress a few days ago. The motto of the 25th infantry is "Country, Duty, Honor." In his work in the army Chaplain Prolacau has carried out his part of that motto to the letter, and that accounts for the lofty position. JOB TOO BIG FOR DU BOIS. Prof. Wm. Pickens' statement, published elsewhere in The Gazette, will remind our readers of the several indictments in recent years this paper has brought against Prof. "Alphabetical" DuBois, the $3,600-a-year editor of The Crisis, and his organization, the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, for their failure to bring suit in the U. S. Supreme Court to test the constitutionality of the "jim crow" car and disfranchisement laws in the South. As far as the talking and writing part of leadership is concerned, DuBois measures up fairly well, but when it comes to the "doing" part along most improtant lines, like the one referred to above, he is an abject failure. The N. A. A. C. P. would be the great power for good along civil rights lines that it could be, if properly directed. It needs a real leader, one who would make an ab assistant of DuBois, a $1000 or $1500 a year man at best.-Cleveland (O.) Gazette. MONEY TO LOAN ON ALL KINDS FOR PERSONAL PROPERTY OF PERSONAL PROPERTY. Horses, cattle, planos, diamonds household goods, libraries, typewriters suites, carriages, machinery, and te talaried people.—F. S. Thomas, 519 Cannas avenue, Telephone 298. Madam L. J. Lee-Finley Phone 2677 White THE WOMEN'S HISTORY Sanitary and Scientific Treatment of the Hair and Scalp. Teaching a Specialty. Straightening Combs. Pressers and Crimpers reasonable. HAIR GROWTH 25c and 50c. On APPLI CATION I WILL COME DIRECTLY to your town to meet Hair on teach the Trade. Parlors 1310 Western Ave. TOPEKA, KANSAS ```markdown ``` We carry one of the finest lines of UNDERTAKING GOODS in the State. We answer shop. Two Licensed Embal- mer in attendance. Phone 52 688 QUINCY ST. STOKES NOW IS PRINCIPAL OF HAMPTON INSTITUTE Newport News, Va., Oct. 4.—Dr. Anson P. Phelps Stokes, secretary of Yale University, has been chosen principal of Hampton Normal Institute to succeed the late Dr. H. B. Frissell. The school is one of the largest devoted to the vocational education of Negroes in the United States. Last year it had 934 students enrolled. NEGRO SELECTIVES WARMLY WELCOME AT ATLANTA. Atlanta, Ga.—Some parts of the South may be opposed to the Negro soldier, but Atlanta, located in the heart of the South, gave as warm and as cordial a welcome to the Negro draft men as it did to its white draft men when they began to arrive last week. The Atlanta Constitution calls attention on its first page to the arrangements made for the reception of the colored men, and to the camp activities for their enjoyment which are being organized. The constitution says that these camp activities for colored men will vary in no way from those organized for the white selectives. Every effort will be made to minimize friction and misunderstanding. --- (First published in the Topeka October 10, 1917.) Kalle Mayes, Plaintiff, Ratle Mays, Phamny. No. 31181. James Mays, Defendant. James Mayes, Defendant. PUBLICATION NOTICE. The State of Kansas to James Mayes, Greeting: You are hereby notified that you have sued in the District Court of Shawnee County, Kansas, by the above named plaintiff, Katie Mayes, and that you must answer the petition therein filed on or before the 30th day of November, 1917, or the allegations in the petition will be taken as true and judgment rendered against you in favor of the said plaintiff, divorcing the said plaintiff from you and giving her the custody and control of her minor children. ROBT. D. GARVER. Attorney for Plaintiff. Attest: MARY E. CHAPIN, (Seal) Clerk of the District Court HUGGINSVILLE, MO. Mr. Henry Harris of Excelsior Springs, Mo., spent the week end with his brother, Mr. J. W. Perry. Mr. Richard Britt left last week for his future home in Cleveland, O. The members and friends gave a surprise dinner in honor of their pastor and his wife, Rev. and Mrs. H. McAlister. They left Monday for conference, which convenes in Sedalia. Mrs. Bettle Howlett, who has been quite ill, is convalescent. Miss Anna Britt, principal of Douglas school, Waverly, Mo., spent the week end with her parents. A party of young folks motored with her to Waverly Sunday. PLEASANTON, KAN Mr. John Morton, Mrs. Lela Pullam of Kansas City and Mrs. Fannie Wilson of Ottawa arrived Sunday to be at the bedside of the r mother, Mrs. Celia Morton, who is very sick. Mr. and Mrs. Peter Powley of Mound City were in the city Sunday en route to Kansas City to be at the bedside of the latter's fuller, who is on the sick list. Rev. John Sullivan of Mound City was in this city Sunday. Rev. Gillespie filled the pulpit at his church in La Cygne S午ay. Monday he went to Mound City to transact some church business. Mr. "Son" Graham of Mound City was here Tuesday. Messrs Baxton and Martin of Kansas City were here this week moving a house for Mr. E. T. Prickett. Master Jack Fine went to Fort Scott Friday evening to visit Mr. and Mrs. Harry Neaves. Mrs. Mary Arnold was in La Cygne Saturday evening on business. Mr. R. E. Fine went to Kansas City Saturday evening to stay over Sunday. Mr. Edward Pratchett went to Fort Scott Saturday. Mr. Harrison Morton arrived Tuesday from Minneapolis, Minn., to be at the bedside of his mother, who is very sick SENECA, KAN Mr. Fillmore Beard of Fairbury, Neb, was a visitor among friends and relatives in Seneca Monday. Mr. and Mrs. J. R Gunn spent Saturday and Sunday in Hawtha. Mr. Arthur Neely left Tuesday morning for a short visit in St. Joseph, Mo. Mrs. Mary Latty is on the sick list Miss Beulah Gunn spent Saturday in Sibetha. Mrs O Neely, who has been sick for some time, is not much improved. Mr Elzer Neely left Monday night for Pitbury, Neb. He expects to move his family there soon. WINFIELD KAN Iev Brannon, who attended the Baptist State consention at Salina, returned home last Monday onrung. Among those who attended the wheat show at Wichita were Mrs. A. Monroe, Leon Nichols, Chas. T. Wood, Misses Gortude Nichols, Beatlee Wright, Awilda Brown, Morothy and Elsie North, Messy Everett Fount and Lawrence Lee. Leon Nichols motored to Oklahoma City last Sunday. He reports our people doing well. Ambrose Woodard of Southwestern college spent last Saturday in Wichita playing with the college band and visiting his mother. Edward Cooper spent last Sunday in Arkansas City. Mrs. G. A. Nichols, president of the State Sunday School Convention who attended the Baptist State Convention at Sallina, returned home last Monday evening. Mr. Geo. A. Nichols motored to Wichita last Sunday to accompany his wife home. The infant child of Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Martin died last Saturday evening and was burned Monday afternoon. PARSONS, KAN. The Clover Leaf Art club met with Mrs. Straford Wednesday, Oct. 10. A delightful luncheon was enjoyed. They adjourned to meet with Mrs. Sonny Walker, 2225 Corning avenue. Mr. B. Hill has returned home from Gary, Ind. Miss Bern Garland of Independence spent Friday and Saturday the guest of Miss Florence Boanes. Mrs. Titts, who has been visiting in Muskogee, Okla., has returned none. Miss. Lillian Womack and Miss Goldie Hudson entertained a few couples Thursday, October 11, at ten o'clock breakfast, at 2207 Morgann. Mr. and Mrs. J. T. White, Mrs. Frances White, Mrs. Broadus and Mr. Joe Montgomery motored to Cherryville Sunday. Mrs. R. Howard, Mrs. M. Hudson and Miss Latha Bridgewater attended the trial of Dr. Robert Smith Thursday at Oswego. The Oswego ball team played Parsons Sunday, Parsons winning 6 to 0. The A. M. E. Gleaner club met with Mrs. McMurry, 722 South 22nd street. Mrs. R. Orr has returned from her western trip. Mr. Leroy Lydle was called to Pittsburg to be in readiness to answer the draft call. Mr. Clarence Scales visited friends and relatives in Pittsburg the last of the week. Mr. Fred Henderson visited in Independence Sunday the guest of Miss Fern Garland. There was a patriotic dance Wednesday in honor of the boys leaving on the 20th. The Jewel Art club met with Mrs. Belle Shakespeare, on East Malm, Monday, the 15th. A delightful two course luncheon was served. LEXINGTON, MO. Mr. and Mrs. Lyman Frazier announce the birth of a baby girl. She has been named Mary Lillian. Mrs. Dr. Taylor of Columbia, Mo., was called to the bedside of her sick father, Mr. John Boldridge. Mrs. Trevy Cross of Moberly, Mo., is the house guest of her mother, Mrs. Flora Ray, and other relatives. Rev. and Mrs. W. B. Banks are attending conference in Sedalia. The B. W. Art club met at the home of Mias Nellie Ray Saturday afternoon. A pleasant meeting was had. Mrs. Eliza Radd and daughter, Mrs. Julia Miller, of Sweet Springs, Mo., are visiting Mrs. Nora Mady. MAPLE HILL Those who attended the entertainment at Paxico were Miss Rosa Scott, Miss Velmer Bolton and mother and Mrs. Birdie Green. Rev. B. C. Duke of Topeka occupied the pulpit here Sunday. Richard Wallace returned to Topeka Sunday evening. Miss Velmer Bolton was the guest of Miss Nannie Carter of Eskridge Friday. Mrs. Shelby Oliver is in Topeka visiting her son Wendell. There will be a Halloween entertainment at the church, to which all are invited. OMAHA TAPORIAN ROSTER Past Argonaut Temple No. 1 meets Great Thursday night in each month. Shr. A. M. Harrell presiding. April 1. The parthenophetho 10th and Willie Ave. Light of the West Palatium meets ocea- ond and fourth Tuesday night Sir C 'M Kitchen, P. P., 2014-N, 17th St Kitchen, P. P., 2014-N, 14th St meets and third Monday night, Sir A. M. Ilar- raid, C. M. Humphrey Temple No. 2 meets second Monday night, Jointly with Eventu- sary, Sir W. Wen Jackson, C. M. 2013, Budgerigar, Sir W. A. M. Harrold Temple No 2 morn- second and fourth Thursday nights. Sir J. H. Andrews, C M., 2412 P 48, South Side. Queen Lizzie Tabernacle No 25 morn- first and third Wednesday afternoons of each month. Dtr Gertrude Ashby, II P 213 Pennsylvania St. Golden Sheaf Tabernacle No. 91 meet first Thursday afternoon and third Thursday night of each month Dtr. Joan Kountree, H. P., 1128 N. 10th St St. Maria Tabernacle No. 8 meet second Thursday afternoon of each month Dtr. Holly Harold II P. Apt. I. The Nathan, corner 16th St. and Willis Ave. Golden Rule Tabernacle No. 35 meet first and third Thursday afternoons of each month Dtr. Ruth Staplion II I. 1825 N. 23rd St. South Side, second Door. Mary Dickson Tabernacle No. 28 meet first and third Thursday night of each month Dtr. J. Alice Stewart, H. P., 2515 Purser St. Coronation Tent meet first and third Saturday afternoons. Dtr. Jennie Bellers, Q. M., 2210 N. 25th St. Mayflower Tent meet second and fourth Saturday afternoons. Dtr. Sue Smith, Q. M., 2210 N. 25th St. Tent meet first and third Saturday afternoons. Dtr. Mary Tucker, Q. M., 316 Main路 Ave., South Side Itr. Jenner Gray Chairman of Art Institute, 1211 Missouri Ave., South Side --- The 11th of August was celebrated in this diary that is the opening of our new hotel a hall. The hall was dedicated on "July the 11th All Knights and Iters were in full dress regalia. A week's celebration followed from Sir Frank Wilhelm, Ctl W., was present for the occasion. SIR A M BARRIDD D G M DRI JENOBA GRAY, J R (First Published in The Topokai Illman'ser, Friday Oct. 12, 1917.) State of Kansas, Shawnee County, as. Shawnee County, Ss. In the Matter of the Estate of Westley Blackman, deceased late Shawnee County, Kansas. NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT Notice is hereby given that on the 20th day of September, A. D. 1917, the undersigned was, by the Probate Court of Shawnee County, Kansas, duly appointed Executor of the estate of Westley Blackman late of Shawnee County, deceased. All parties inter- Famous Chefs use and recommend Ah, there's Sweetness, Madam Just one thing required to convince you of the deliciousness of Meadow-Gold Butter. Try it. It's the butter that's going into hundreds of thousands of homes all over the country. Don't think that the tasty, fine-flavored Meadow-Gold Butter may be too high priced. Meadow-Gold Butter never "soars" like some butters. You will, find when you settle down to using it regularly that you can always get it when you want it and you can always buy it at a reasonable price. Made only from pasteurized cream. Send us your order to-day. Meadow Gold Buttons otted in cold estate will take notice and govern themselves accordingly. MINNIE K. HARDY, Executor. EDITOR'S NOTE BOOK CHEBRYVALE. Here is located a large brick plant, where quite a number of colored men are employed. Mr. Jack Robinson and son conduct a grocery store, of which the younger daughter is manager, and they are working up a good business. This is the home of the railway mail clerk, A. P. Green; Lieut. Holt, James Clay and M. C. Burgees, all progressive men. INDEPENDENCE This town has two barber shops and two restaurants among the colored people, and if the restaurants would combine they would probably have a half of one. The trouble with colored restaurants seems to be that they do not push their business. They ought to try to get trade from both races. There is lots of work in Independence and no excuse for anyone being idle. One thing we noticed in many towns we visited is that, while the pay is good, many colored people will not demand it. COFFEYVILLE At Coffeyville, where the conference was held, the colored people are doing well. Mr. Dixon conducts a fine clothes cleaning and repair establishment. Mr. Frank Eagleson has a fine drug store and is making money. Mr. J. H. T. Smith, the real estate dealer, is doing well. We met our old friend, Dennis M. Hunnigan, who is still at the Palace Clothing Store and is one of the finest salesmen in the country. E HAIRBRODER MARROW POMADE I will grow, your hair or refund your money. My guarantee of money back if not satisfied makes you absolutely safe in giving Marrow Pomade a trial. Two months home treatment for $1.50 by mail $1.75. I make a special try of caring all hair diseases in their worst forms. My system of Hair Culture is the most magnificent known to modern science. I teach the art of hair and beauty t culture complete-give a diploma and start you on the road to success. Marrow Pomade, Tonie and Champion can be bought at the People's Drug Store in Bloomington, Illinois Hair Dress and Brushes make Braids and Transformations to match your own hair. Need to today for one of my customers. I want agents in your town. Write me for agency and make money. All mail orders gives prompt attention. Mme. T. Craddock Sinkford, Phone 4618 Red - 209 Jackson St Topka, Kansas Mme. Alice M'Clelland Todd, Scalp Specialist. A SEEN AND HEARD DURING THE WEEK Good pictures at the Apex. "The Mysteries of Myra" is nearly over. See it Wednesday at the Apex. Mr. Calvin Harris and daughter Margaret of Hudson, Kan., motored to Topeka in their big Koo one day this week. Mr. Harris was a pleasant caller at this office. Remember "The Red Ace" begins November 5 at the Apex. Mr. James Delley of Omaha, Neb., visited with his mother, Mrs. Lulu Delley, last week. Mr. Adolph Hubbard called at this office Thursday of this week and paid his subscription. When in Emressor spring Ms. stop at the Albany Hotel, where you get first class accommodation for reasonable rates. A big treat at the Apex Saturday, November 10. Silas Marner in seven reels. Mrs. Diana Scott of this city, accompanied by her daughter, Mrs. Lulu Gordon of Chicago, visited last week in Pax co and this week in Kansas City. Missas In Rue Fleming and Gladys Brooks, students of the Emporia State Normal, were in Topeka Saturday en route to their home in Horton, where they spent Sunday. They were pleasant callers at this office. Mr. Richard Mack of Dover, Ok. was a pleasant caller at this office last week. He was in the city to attend the funeral of his brother, Thos. Mack. Mrs. Harriet of Arkansas is in the city vielling her son, Mrs. Mukes. She likes the city very much and later on may make it her home. Mrs. Carolia Thompson, Misses Ruby McKnight and Alberta Campbell, spent the week end in Salina and Frankfort where they filled concert engagements. "Slas Marner," from George Eliot's story, at the Apex November 10. Mrs Mary E. Stewart of Newark, N.J. has returned to her home after sitting in the city the guest of her aunt, Mrs. S. F. Malone, and other relatives and friends. The Pastor's Aid of Shiloh Baptist church met last Wednesday with Mrs. Bruce Scott Taylor, 1154 Lane. Neal meeting will be with Mrs. Addie Graws, 612 Lane. Mrs. Essie Clark, President; Mrs. Elizabeth Porter, Secretary. --- Dr. L. G. Jordan of Philadelphia, Pa., was in the city this week and lectured at Shiloh Baptist church Monday evening. Dr. Jordan is secretary of the Baptist Foreign Mission Board and just recently returned from a missionary trip to Africa. He is a conscientious Christian gentleman and has spent the best days of his life advocating the cause which he represents, which has resulted in the goal of humanity both at home and abroad The Stilth Baptist Sunday school superintendent, teachers and officers will be at home to Ruth, Boaz, Namiol and Orphiah and all their kinmen. Sunday morning November 1, at 9:45, and every Sunday, but especially November 4. Please don't fail to be present as the invitation is for you. A special program will be the feature of the morning Program Committee, Mr. J F Brock, chairman: Ellen U I Bradshaw, Ellen Pengs and Miss Ruby McKnight. Mrs S F Malone and Mrs A D Hibbard were charming hostesses at a reception last Friday from 3 to 6, complimentary to Mrs. Mary E Stewart of Newark, N. J., place of Mrs. Malone at the beautiful home of Mrs Hibbard 1019 Washington. The decorations of autumn suggestions not only lent beauty to the mame but showed the results of a skilled artist. More than seventy-five bodies malted during the afternoon and the afternoon proved one of the prettiest and most unquiis of the season. First, grow your own Hair so that you can tell others how to grow theirs. Mme. McClelland's Double Strength DANDRUFF CURE Is a Marvelous Discovery will positively promote the growth of hair in a ver, short time, providing it used according to direction-Dandruff, Falling Hair Itching Scalp,ete., have been completely cured by the us of one 25c box of DOUBLE STRENGTH DANDRUFF CURE. After using a few boxes your hair will become naturally soft and gloss) The MCCLELLAND'S STRAIGHTENING OIL has no equal for straightening the hair. Price 25s eac 1013 Kansas Avenue, TOPEKA, KANSAS. The Plaindealer man is now in Oklahoma. Please be ready to settle your subscription account. Miss Mattle Perkins is managing the city circulation of The Plaindealer. She will call on you in a few days for a settlement. Pay Miss Perkins when she calls. Watch for our city collector. Tuesday is the last episode of "Stingaree." Come and see it at the Apex. Miss Charlotte Mae Hall spent a few days in Junction City, sightseeing. Mr. and Mrs. Frank R. Wilson, of this city, who are now engaged in business at Junction City, report the arrival of a son, Frank Royal, Jr., born September 18th Miss Dianche DePrad and Miss Lunna Moore, of Salina, were guests of Mr. and Mrs. Leonard King two days this week. "The Lost Express," featuring Helen Holmes, begins November 8 at the Apex. It's a brand new serial. Mrs. Addie Rhodes of Kansas City, Kan., who has been the guest of Mrs. Bell Crith of the New Model Cafe, has returned home. Misses Bessie M. Haynes and Gurtrude Solomon, clerks in the office of the Baptist Foreign Mission Board at Philadelphia, Pa., write that they are doing fine and like that slow village. Miss Pearl Henderson, formerly of Emporia, is also employed at the same place and fills a big chair close up to the powers that be. Mr. and Mrs. Albert Jordan, 71G Hancock street, have returned from a visit to St. Joseph and Wathena. At the former place they were the guest of Mrs. Jordan's aunt, Mrs. Westley and at the latter place they visted Mrs. Harry Robinson. Mrs. W. W Russell was called to Kansas City one day this week on account of the death of her uncle, Dr. Nuttall. He was one of that city's most prominent and highly respected citizens. A brother of the deceased is serving with the French army. Miss Perkins is sole manager of the circulation and collecting for The Plaindealer in the city of Topeka. Don't put her off by saying that you will pay or see some one else connected with the paper. She has full charge of this matter, and what she says is law. There's no one "higher up" connected with this paper for you to see, so settle with Miss Perkins. On Sunday, October 7, the Christian Endeavor Society of the Calvary Presbyterian Church had its election of officers. Miss Alberta Holder, student at Washburn college, was elected president. Miss Holder is an energetic Christian young lady and is deeply interested in Christian work. With her zeal for the work and her intelligence we anticipate success numerically and spiritually. Miss Holder succeeded Mrs. Dorothy Jones, who labored unceasingly during the past year for the success of the society. The other officers are Mr. Gro, Hagann, V. P.; Miss Nettu Hagann, secretary; Miss Etta Mau Hagann, assistant secretary; Miss Inez Hightower, treasurer. The society meets at 6:30 p. m. every Sunday. Young people are cordially invited! -Rev. G. F McK. Miller, Pastor. HAVE BEAUTIFUL HAIR Mrs. Amanda Alexander of 1026 Vashburn was a pleasant caller at this office Monday and paid her subscription. Mrs. Oscar Thornton and her little daughter, Anna Louise, of Denver, Col., are visiting her sisters, Mrs. Sannle Campbell, Mrs. L. Blackwell and Mrs. George Brewer, and her niece, Mrs. Ivan Alexander. Mrs. Rom Ruth Childs of Wheeling W. Va., was in the city to attend the funeral of her brother, Mr. Will Anderson. She visited a couple of weeks with her father, Patrolman J. W. Anderson, and wife. Rev. J. W. Johnson of Weir City was a pleasant caller at this office Monday. He is now pastor of St. Mark's A. M. E. church. Rev, J. H. Van Leu, state missionary, preached at B Street Baptist church last Monday evening. He will occupy the pulpit at the Second Baptist church, Third and Quincy, Sunday, October 21. Mrs. Sarah Burns, who has been confined to her bed for several weeks, at this writing is a little better. Miss Lizzie Owens is the only colored girl in Topeka operating an elevator. She has a position at the Commerce building. Mrs. Anna Gay Johnson entertained a few of friends last Thursday evening in honor of Mrs. Addie Rhodes of Kansas City, Kan., and Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Goff of St. Paul, Minn., and Mr. Frank Johnson of Wanameo, Kan. A very pleasant evening was spent at cards and music. Mr. Frank Johnson, who has been visiting friends and relatives in the city, left Tuesday for St. Louis to visit his brother. Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Goff expect to leave soon for their home in St. Paul, Minn. The Joinsetta Embroidery club met with Mrs. M. H. Hunter. The next meeting will be with Mrs. Ida Stewart, 1827 Van Buren.-Mrs. Charles Davis, Pres.; Callie Carter, Reporter. The East Hill Art and Social club held the first meeting of the year at the residence of Mrs. Peak, with Mrs. Parks as hostess. New officers for the ensuing year were elected. A two course luncheon was served. On October 10 the club was entertained by Mrs. Dora Alexander. On October 25 the club will have an autumn party at the residence of Mrs. H. C. Wilson. This party will be known as a parcel post party, each one paying admission according to his or her weight. Refreshments served free except ice cream. This party will be given for the benefit of charity. All are invite1.—Mrs. Evans, Pres.; Mrs. Peake, Sec.; Mrs. Dora Alexander, Reporter. KINSLEY, KAN. Miss Rosie Caldwell and Mrs. Tipton spent Tuesday night in town at the horse of Mrs. Flora Cloy. Mr. James Franklin came in Wednesday night from Ingalls and left Thursday morning for Spearville. Miss N. Bradshaw spent Wednesday in the city of Larned. Mr. and Mrs. Moses Caldwell spent Friday night at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Major Martin. Mr. Walter Winchester spent last Thursday afternoon in the country. AT THE OLD STAND In answer to the many letters of inquiry as regards Mme. Blair's 1914 Hair Grower, I wish to answer one and all thru the medium of this paper that I am still manufacturing the same and am ready to teach any and all users of the same my 1914 Hair Prewing Oil receipt for $5.00 Mrs. N. C. Blair, 2024 Morgan Street, Parsons, Kansas. STEIN BLOCH SMART CLOTHES You see them on the older man, a rare combination of style and dignity; in good taste anywhere. All wool fabrics and rich quality. Ask to see the different models; our label is in them; it guarantees a fit and your complete satisfaction. This store is keeping up the high est standards of quality in merchandise, in service and in reliability; selling Stein Bloch and Society Brand Clothes. They await your approval. Furnishings, Neckware, Manhattan shirts, Hats and Caps. Edwin Clinn Shoes "THE PALACK." I. Hitman, Proprietor Men's and Boy's Outfitters. (First Published in The Topeka Plaindealer, Friday Oct 12, 1917) In the (District Court of Shawnee County, Kansas) Rost Hudson, Identif Notice to Samuel Hudson, defendant: You are hereby notified that you have been sued by the plaintiff in the above entitled action who filed her petition in the District Court of Shawnee County Kansas, and you are further notified that you must answer the petition filed by the plaintiff herein on or before the 29th day of November 1917, or said petition will be taken as strife and judgment rendered the plaintiff herein and a divorce will be granted accordingly to Ross Hutton. ELISHA SCOTT Attorney for Plaintiff Attest: Mary E. Clipkin, Clerk of (Seal) District Court, By Ogan Layton, Deputy. Mrs. Emma Prim died Monday, October 8, at 2:30 p. m. She was an old settler of Topeka, coming here in 1885 from Iowa. Her only son died just two years and six months before her. He was a faithful son and it is thought that his death caused her health to fail. She was buried from St. John A. M. E. church Sunday at 2:30 p. m. Her casket was a gray broocaded plush. It was a full couch state casket and was entirely covered by a blanket of pink Killarney roses. She was buried in Mt. Auburn cemetery and sealed in a vault. Mrs. Prim was a member of Daughters of the Tabernacle. They had charge of the funeral services, which were very impressive. Rev. Peck preached the sermon. She left considerable money and property to her only sister and two nieces. Her sister, Mrs. Collins of Pueblo, and a niece, Mrs. Handy of Huskell, Obla, attended the funeral. A lifelong friend, Mrs. Otto of Caldwell, also attended. Stonecrest & Son had charge of the funeral. (First published in the Topeka Hideaway Friday, Oct. 19, 1917.) In the District Court of Shawnee Alice H. O'Dell, Defendant. The said defendant, Alice H. O'Dell, is hereby notified that she has been sued in the above named court by the plaintiff, Samuel M. O'Dell, and that she must answer the petition filed by the plaintiff on or before the 5th day of December, 1917, or the petition will be taken as true and judgment rendered against him, granting the plaintiff an absolute divorce from her, will be rendered accordingly. A. P. TONE WILSON, JR., Attorney for Plaintiff. Attest: MARY E. CHAPIN. Next Sunday is rally day. Rev. J. H. Van Leu, our state missionary, will preach for us both morning and night. Come to both services; also Sunday school and H. Y. P. U. PIERCE ADDITION. Mr. Myers of Ottawa spent Sunday with his daughter, Mrs. G. A. Bigbee. The Kid Band will give their first anniversary October 30 at Pierce Addition school house. The band will give special music at the school house every first Sunday of each month. Calvary Presbyterian church and the Kid Band gave an entertainment at the school house Tuesday night. The workers of the church gave a beautiful quilt to the one holding the lucky number. The quilt was won by Mrs. Lillian Clark. Mr. Henry Martin was born in Lexington, Ky., April 25, 1869. After an illness of four months he departed this life Wednesday, October 10, 1917, at 6 p. m., at the home of his mother, Mrs. Matilda Martin. He is survived by three children, a loving mother, one sister, four brothers and a number of other relatives, to mourn their loss. The funeral was held from Brown's chapel Saturday afternoon, under the auspices of the U. B. F. lodge, Rev. Greene officiating. Interment was in Mt. Auburn cemetery. (By Eva P. Washington, 637 Gatfield Ave., Kansas City, Kan) Mrs. M. E. Goins, 1502 N Ninth street, is slowly improving from her recent illtss. Hours: 9 a. m, to 12:00 m; 2:30 p. m, to 5:00 p m; 7:00 p m to 8:30 p. m. DR. J. H. JAMISON, Special Diseases. Phone 959 327 Madison St DR. S. FLOURNOY, Physician and Surgeon. 808 Kauai Ave Office Hours 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. AT OFFICE EVENING Phone 1147 DR. J. LOUIS RANSOM, Physician and Surgeon. 400 Kauai Avenue Phone 4585 Office Hours - D 8:00 to 12:00 p.m. 1:30 to 5:00 p.m. 17:00 to 9:00 p.m. 11g. Hundare by Request PHK NOI HA 3 60 p m to 12 00 p m 3 60 p m to 12 00 p m 7 00 p m to 8 00 p m Judges by Appointment DR. M. L. HOSS. Physician and Nurse Calla Answered at Night 900 Ave - Tel 3047 Nov 1411 900 Nt-Tel 3047 Nt-2 OFFICE HOURS - 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. DR. THADDEUS P. MARTIN, Physician and Surgeon. Phone No. 172 Kansas Avenue Residence 1059 Buchanan Street Washington Phone 3016 No. 2 Hours: 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. 1 to 5:20 p.m. DR. CHAS. L. WILLIAMS, Dentist. Sunday by Appointment 100 Kansas Avenue - TOPBEL, KA9 Pelletiers Winter underwear —thousands and thousands of underkinds on sale at radically less than instance: FOR WOMEN Women's $1.00 Union Suits of med ribbed cotton, light fleece—on sale. Women's Underthirts and Drawers fine thread white cotton with a cool warm fleece—per garment. Children's medium weight cotton U girls who are always "too hot"; 6 to 14 years—on sale. Children's $1.00 Heavy Union Suits fleece lining; all sizes from 6 to years—on sale. FOR BOYS Boys' natural gray cotton Union S fleece lining; enrg fitting wrists aankles; sizes 8 to 16 years. FOR MEN Men's $1 25, medium weight ribbed suits; all sizes from 36 to 44—on the remarkably low price of. Men's heavy fleece, gray cotton U and very servoible; sizes 36 to—very special values. Men's $2.00 ribbed cotton Union cream color with light, soft fleece special for. Bargain Base The Apex THEATRE THIRD AND KANSAS AVE. The Apex THEATRE THIRD AND KANSAS AVE. MONDAY. "Gray Ghost" No. 14. Two additional reels. TUESDAY. "Adventures of Stingaree." Two additional reels. WEDNESDAY. "Mysteries of Myra" No. 13. "Who's Guilty" No. 13. THURSDAY. "The Vampires" No. 8. "Shorty Hamilton." FRIDAY. "The Double Cross" No. 13. Two additional reels. SATURDAY. "The Girl From France." Two additional reels. The funeral of Mr. Cross Graves, who died at the home of his nephew, Mr. George Graves, Tenth and New Jersey avenue, was held Sunday from the First Baptist church under the auspices of the G. U. O. of O. F., of this city, of which he had been a member for many years. He was a member of Vine Street Baptist church, Kansas City, Mo. Services were conducted by Rev W. A. Bowren. The funeral of Mr. Baxter, Fifth street and Freeman avenue, was held from King Solomon Baptist church Sunday under the auspices of the Compact Masons and U. B. F. lodge of Kansas City, Mo., Mr. Whitworth, Master, Sermon by Rev. Goo, Mc- WOL WOLFF'S BANQUET ..HAMS.. ..Leads all Others.. The Chas. Wolff Packing Co. Topend, Rn. Order by Mail Delivery Prepaid the whole family Neal. Solo by Mrs. Sara Hamnett of Kansas City, Mo. He was also a member of Hosanna Royal House, K. C. Mo. Mrs. Maggie Hopper read their resolution. Then were a large number of floral tributes, and all showed the high esteem in which he was held. The home of Mr. and Mrs. G. W. Carson, 818 Oakland avenue, was robbed of $68 and some valuables. Mr. and Mrs. N. G. Fulbright, 2109 North Third street, entertained with an elaborate four course dinner Sunday, Oct. 14, at their home in honor of the former's mother, who is visiting relatives and friends here and their guest, Mrs. Rachel Fulbright of Springfield, Mo. Covered were laid for nine. The house was beautifully decorated. Music and special chat were the chief amusements. Those present were Mr. and Mrs. Perrry Swancy, Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Fulbright of Kansas City, Mo. Mr. and Mrs. Ben Robinson, Miss Eva P. Washington, Mr. and Mrs. N. G. Fulbright, Mrs. Rachel Fulbright. This was one of the swellest affairs of the season. Mrs. J. W. Clay of this city and Mrs. A. B. Redmon of St. Louis. Mo., wife and daughter of the Rev. J. W. Clay, the popular pastor of the King Solomon Baptist church, have gone to Prescott, Ariz. Mrs. J. W. Clay has been in poor health for about three months. Mrs. Clay won the affection of the members of King Solomon church and their friends, who presented to her many piece gifts, including money, flowers and words of comfort and cheer. Orderby Phone Call 3500 MURRAY WEAK NOV. 10 M. H. H. The New Era Mill THE STAR HAI Era Milling Com STAR HAIR GROW Milling Company. R HAIR GROWER. THE STAR HAIR GROWER. A Wonderful Hair Dresser and Grower. One thousand agents wanted. Good money made. We want agents in every city and village to sell THE STAR HAIR GROWER. This is a wonderful preparation. Can be used with or without straightening irons. Sells for 25c per box-one 25c box will prove its value. Any person that will use a 25c box will be convinced. No matter what has failed to grow your hair just give THE STAR HAIR GROWER a trial and be convinced. Send 25c for full size box. If you wish to be an agent send $1.00 and we will send you a full supply that you can begin work with at once; also agents. The Standard Has Stand the FORMULATED PORO HAIR GRE MADE ON Mrs Amber P Mal ST LOUIS FOR CANDRUFF, FALL SCALP, LIVING LIFE AND ABDUNDANT THE STYLE OF DOB AND "PORO" COL 4100 FINE STREET DEPT. "V" Free! Free! Fri AGENTS WANTED! STAR HAIR GROWER MFG. Gree Standard Since 1919 Stood the Test of Time FORMULATED 1900 PORO' HAIR GROWER MADE ONLY BY Mrs Amelia Pururio, Malawi ST LOUIS MISSOURI FOR CANDRUFF, FALLING HAIR, ITCHING SCALP, LIVING LIFE, BEAUTY, COLOR AND ADVANT CROTH —PURA THE STYLE OF GOR IN ADOPTED JUNE 1919 PRICE 50 CENTS RO" COLLEGE DEPT. "V" SAINT THE MAGIC HAIR DIRRAG The Drier of Merit, Fri. Postage extra Magic Pomade, press... Magic Hair, price... Agents wanted Written MAGIC SHAMPOO DEBRE Minneapolis, Minn. Free! Free! Satat Lates! WANTED! FINE CREC Standard Since 1900. and the Test of Time. FORMULATED 1900 PDRO HAIR GROWER MADE ONLY BY Miss Amelia Purubio Malony LOUIS, MISSOURI DROUFF, FALLING HAIR, ITCHING LIVING LIFE, BEAUTY, COLOR AND ABUNDANT GROWTH STYLE OF GORGEOUS USE IN 1915 COLLEGE CO. ST. "W" SAINT LOUIS, MISSOURI THE MAGIC SHAMPOO AND HAIR STRAIGHTENER The Drier of Herit, Price $1.00 Postage extra. Magic Pomade, price ... Beta. Magic Hairer, price ... Beta. Agent wanted Wreath or Logo. MAGIC SHAMPOO DRIER COMPANY Managua, Nicaragua e! Free! Catalogue of the Latest Stylen of ED! FINE CREOLE HAIR. THE STAR HAIR GROWER MFGR. P. O. BQg 812, Greensboro, N. The Standard Since 1900. FORMULATED 1000 PORO HAIR GROWER MADE ONLY BY Mrs Amelia Pichurulo Malow ST LOUIS MISSOURI FOR DANDRUFF, FALLING HAIR, ITCHING SCALP, LIVING LIFE, BEAUTY, COLOR AND ADOUNDANT GROWTH THIS STYLE OF DANDRUFF ADOPTED JUNE 18, 1915 PRICE 50 CENTS Free! Free! Free! Catalogue of the Latest Styles of WILLEH HOTEL HOTEL HOTEL SAM WILLER KUMAN HAIR GOODS CO. Shreveport, Ia. ade Human Creole Hair Real Hand-Made H d-Made Human Cro Real Hand-Made Human Creole Hair LATEST STYLES IN COLORED PEOPLE'S HAIR GOODS, WIGS, BRAIDS, TRANSFORMATIONS, PUFTS, BANGS, HAIR NETS, CUT HAIR BY THE POUND We carry the largest assortment of Straightening Combs. Said & for beautiful new catalog. The Old Reliable Mme. Baum's Hair 466 Eighth Ave. NEW YORK CITY, I Then writing, mentise The Tongue Playfulist. table Mme.Baum's Hair Eighth Ave. NEW YORK CITY. I mhoe The Wopke Playhouse. Mme.Baum's Hair Emporium Ave. NEW YORK CITY, P. X. The Vogue Playhouse. The Old Reliable Mme.Baum's Hair Emporium 466 Eighth Ave. NEW YORK CITY, V. X. Written writing, mentive The Pope's Playwright. ```markdown ``` ```markdown ``` The Best Flour for family use. Insist on your dealer giving you the best—that is "POLAR BEAR." Other brands are BELFLOUR and X T. C." Manufactured by ```markdown ``` We are the largest dealers in Creole Hair Goods, Raw Hair by the pound; Electric Canna, Etc., 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 FREE! 20 Inch Greole Switches 25c Each; 24 Inch, 50c Each. # AUTOMOBILE TRAINING SCHOOL FOR NEWCOMB Makes Special Offer to Students Who Enroll before November 1st, 1917. We are in communication with hundreds of boys and men in all parts of the country, mostly people in the rural districts. They are inter- ested in learning the automobile busi- ness. Many of them have arranged to come as soon as the crop is har- veated, others as soon as cotton pick- ling is ever. We want to give the fellow that can come NOW a chance to get in and out before the rush comes, and, therefore, the following cut rates are offered: WE WILL TEACH YOU TO DRIVE FOR $10.00, or we will teach you the full chauffeur mechanic course complete for $50. GOOD POSITIONS WAITING—There are lots of good positions waiting for competent chauffeurs and mechanics. Why not prepare yourself to get paid for what you know. If you have not got all of the money, we will help you. We have an employment department that will assist you in getting a job to help pay your expenses. Don't overlook this opportunity, but come at once. AFRO-AMERICAN AUTOMOBILE TRAINING SCHOOL 1420-26 Woodland Ave., Kansas City, Missouri. Home Phone East 5201. Bell B. 1878 WANTEI)--Two dining room girls Address Moon Cafe, 1228 Baltimore, Kansas City, No.—Adv. (First published in the Topeka Plaindealer October 12, 1917.) State of Kansas, Shawnee County, so: In the matter of the estate of Emma Prim, deceased, late of Shawnee County, Kansas. NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT. Notice is hereby given that on the 11th day of October, 1917, the undersigned was, by the Probate Court of Shawnee County, Kansas, duly appointed administrator of the estate of Emma Prim, late of Shawnee County, deceased. All parties interested in said estate will take notice and govern themselves accordingly. IOLA, KAN. The Iola Odd Fellows entertained the D. G. M. and a number of other grand officers on Thursday night, October 18. A special invitation was extended to the members of Iodge No. 1923, of Topeka, several of whom attended. The colored band furnished some splendid music for the occasion. COUNCIL GROVE, KAN. Rev. I. B. Chiles occupied his pulpit at the A. M. E. church. He looked splendid in his new suit. Mrs. Amanda Hughes, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Tom Woods, and Mrs. Eunia Robinson, a niece, both of North Platte, Neb., are visiting here for a few weeks. Mr. Walter Johnson and daughter Lydia Johnson-Porter were in Emporia attending the Eastern Star lodge. Miss Ors. Majors, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Dick Majors, was married Wednesday, October 10, to Mr. Abraham Smith of Leavenworth, Kansas. Both are industrious and all wish them a successful married life. Mr. Leroy Johnson, eldest son of Walter Johnson, was killed September 29, which was a great shock to the family. He leaves to return his demise three sisters and two brothers, besides his parents. WINFIELD, KAN The Baptist church closed its two weeks rally Sunday with a grand success. The Home Guard club, with Mrs. Frank Montgomery as captain, raised $110.75. The Relief club, with Mrs. Caroline Franklin as captain raised $73. Miss Amilda Brown will spend the -TOPEKA'S FIRST COLORED- LICENSED BMBALMER. G.W. Hamilton, C Our Popular Undertaker Phone 011. $06 Kansas Ave. Open for Business Day and Night Everything New But the Man. Service Guaranteed. WHERE IN OMIA STOP AT THE PATTON HOTEL N. P. PATTON, Prep. Two Blocks South of Union Station —CAPN IN CONNECTION— Meals at 4 AM Hours. Phone Douglas 4645. does have for my hair. It has grown to 30 inches and in very thin hair. It has silky and milky hair now in my hair any way I want it to grow in my hair in the world. In U.S.A. BARR. Don't be fooled all your life by using some fake preparation. Each claim to tighten hinky hair. You must have hair first. You must have hair first. Now this EXELENTO QUININE POMADE is a Hair Grower which feeds the scalp and roots of the hair and makes kinky happy hair grow long, soft and silky. It cleans dandruff and stops Falling Hair at once. Price 2Ss by mail on receipt of stamps or coin. AGENTS WANTED EVERYWHERE Write the Particular week end in Wichita with friends. Mrs. Pearl Nichols of Salina was in the city last week. CHANUTE, KAN. Mr. Rex Montgomery returned to work at the Santa Fe round house after being off three months on account of illness. The band played Saturday for the Neosho county fair. Lois Williams was out of school two days last week on account of sickness. Mr. M. Gaston is painting his residence. Mrs. F. Goodseal was ill Thursday and Friday. GIBB'S Clothing Co. Week's Bai e Busy Cash Men's Suit Overcoat This Week At the Busy This Week's Bargains At the Busy Cash Store S. T. Bing CINEMALITY Hundreds of pairs of Men's Pants All new Fall Stock, 98c, $1.48, $1.98 $2.48 and $3.95 New Fall Hats for Men Special purchase, all new styles, Choice 95c up to $2.45 Bottom 79c and School 98 up to $2.48 $1.25 Seeded Shirts 65c Presses, pretty made, $1.98 $5.45 With 98c to $3.48 Rain- $4.95 Big line Sweater Co- colors, 95c up to. Boys' 25c Bearskin Hose. Men's and Boys' Sare 35c up to. Genuine Indigo Blu Jumpers, also stripes. Boys' Union Suits, lined, 39c and. Regular 10c and 15c Hose—all colors. Cotton and Wool Bl Plaid Patterns, 98c up to. 's in a name?"—EVERYT Ladies' fine white cotton 98c Union Suits.....79c and Doves' and Girls School Shoes.....$1.98 up to Children's Shoes.....$1.25 Men's ribbed and fleeced Shirts and Drawers, best quality.....65c Children's Fall Dresses, pretty cot- ton fabrics; neatly made, all sizes, 48c up to.....$1.98 Bows' School Suits, $1.98 up to.....$5.45 Bed Comforts, filled with pure white cotton, 98d to Men's and Ladies' Rain- coats, $1.95 up to.....$4.95 "What's in a name "What's in a name?"—EVERYTHING! "Ill wounds may be cured but not ill names" "A famous name will never die" "Nothing successes like success" For over eighty years Ointment has made a cure for most forms of Original Skin-Brightene WARNING! Our T is being used by others, friends. Let them BEW them to the fullest exte Look for our name age of Palmer's "Skin Soap. The Morgan over eighty years, Palmer's "Skin it has made a great name for for most forms of skin troubles. Skin-Brightener. NING! Our Trade-Mark "Skin used by others, evidently to dec Let them BEWARE; we shall p the fullest extent of the law. For our name and address on every Palmer's "Skin Success" Ointm The Morgan Drug Company For over eighty years, Palmer's "Skin Success" Ointment has made a great name for itself, as a cure for most forms of skin troubles. It is the Original Skin-Brightener. WARNING! Our Trade-Mark "Skin Success" is being used by others, evidently to deceive our friends. Let them BEWARE; we shall prosecute them to the fullest extent of the law. Look for our name and address on every package of Palmer's "Skin Success" Ointment and Soap. The Morgan Drug Company 1512 Atlantic Avenue Brooklyn, New York ```markdown ``` Men's Indige Blue Work Shirts 55- Mr. Benjamin Hose is still currently ill. He is being taken care of by Mr. and Mrs.' Ed McDaniels of Maywood. Mrs. R. Gaston returned Wednesday from Mustegee, Okla., where she spent a month visiting friends and relatives. Rev. Watson and Mrs. Watson of Iola spent Wednesday in the city, returning to Iola on the Flyer. The band gave a very successful entertainment Friday night at the K. of P. hall. Mr. Harry Peterson arrived Monday from Larned, Kan. He was called home on account of the serious illness of his brother O Neill. Mr. Wm. Campbell is indisposed this week. Mr. Lloyd Brigham took the Flyer from here to Tulsa Wednesday, Mr. Harris laying off. Miss Effie Duncan and Miss Euella Shaffer of Iola attended the fair Thursday. Mrs. R. McColough of Independence spent the week end with Mr. and Mrs. J. Campbell. Mr. Groomer of Shaw attended the fair Thursday. Mr. W. Washington has purchased ten grey hounds and five coon dogs. Mr. Jackson Kouns was in Ottawa and Tulsa recently. Mrs. F. Harris and daughter, Miss Helen, are visiting in Independence, Mo. Mr. Baughman, traveling salesman for the Overton Hygienic Co., was in the city Monday and Tuesday. C. W. Johnson has moved to Smolter Hill. Several Iola people were here last week attending the fair. MAPLE HILL, KAN. Miss Juanita Young of Topeka apent Sunday at the home of Marion Wallace and family. Mr. Ira Davis, wife and sisters of Paxico were down in their big ear Sunday afternoon. ek's Bargains usy Cash Store Men's Suit and Overcoat Week A great special value giving week in the Men's and Boys' Suit and Overcoat department. Hundreds of this season's suits and Overcoats bought from overstocked manufacturers at a discount. A splendid variety of $15 and $25 Suits and Overcoats placed on sale this week—splendid variety of patterns that come in English and conservative models—Plaids, stripes and plain colors in sizes to fit regulars, stouts and slims. Price—your choice this week— $10.50 - $14.45 $18.45 Hundreds of pairs of Men's Pants All new Fall Stock, 98c, $1.48, $1.98 $2.48 and $3.95 Men's Shoes A special purchase of Men's $3.50 and $4.00 Shoes $2.48 and $5.45 New Fall Hats for Men Special purchase, all new styles, choices 95c up to $2.45 Women's Shoes at factory prices New Styles All Leathers $2.48 and $5.45 Big line Sweater Coats, all colors, 95c up to ... $4.98 Boys' 25c Bearskin Hose ... 19c Men's and Boys' Sample Caps, 35c up to ... 95c Genuine Indigo Blue Overalls and Jumpers, also stripes ... $1.45 Boys' Union Suits, Sleeve lined, 39c and ... 48c Regular 10c and 15% Hose—all colors ... 7c Cotton and Wool Blankets, Plain or Plaid Patterns, 98c up to ... $3.48 Name?"—EVERYTHING! years, Palmer's "Skin Success" made a great name for itself, as terms of skin troubles. It is the contener. Our Trade-Mark "Skin Success" others, evidently to deceive our BEWARE; we shall prosecute extent of the law. me and address on every pack "Skin Success" Ointment and gan Drug Company Men's 50e Sample Winter Caps 35c Lost Relatives. A colored girl by the name of Louise Koppa is trying to locate her father. He is a man about 60 years of age and is a medium size, brown skin man. His occupation has been a musician. He had two children by his first wife and two children by his last wife, but his oldest daughter, whom he has not seen since she was a baby, was half-sister to the two girls by his second wife. He has been married twice. Her farther's name is Karlieans Koppa; her mother's name was Marie Brown; her two sisters' names are Marla and Mary Koppa. This girl who is looking for her father was burned in western S. Dakota in the year 1895, July 4. Her name is Louise Koppa. She has never seen or heard much about her father and never had a chance to know her mother, for she died when this girl was a baby. This girl's father, whose name is Karlieans Koppa, left his home in Uta, Alb., when a boy 19 years old. He left a family of mother, father, four sisters and three brothers. His mother's name is Marla Koppa, father's name Yarrow Koppa, and his sisters and brothers names are Georgiana, Fannie, Margaret and Emma Koppa; brothers, Prince, William and Charles Koppa. This child when 3 years old was taken to a Catholic home in Webster, S. Dak., in care of Sister M. Aloyssia, who has charge of St. Mary's hospital in Clay county, Webster, S. Dak., and who still lives in that place. Then was transferred to several other states and county Catholic homes. First convent, St. Mary's Academy, Webster, S. Dak.; stayed from birth till five years old. Second place, Grand Parks, N. Dak., from 5 till 10. Third place, Bellcourt, N. Dak., from 10 till 12. Last place, St. Francis Orphans' Asylum, Normandy, Mo., and stivel till 19 years old. Then left the Catholic sisters' home and is now staying in Topeka at 323 Kansas avenue. She has an aunt and uncle here—Aunt Margaret and Uncle Prince Koppa. If there is such a man, please answer this advertisement. And I would also like to find my sisters. If anyone has heard of or seen such a man please write. Yours truly, LOUISE KOPPS. A. P. Tone Wilson, Jr., WANTED--Two dining room girls. Address Moon Cafe, 1223 Baltimore, Kansas City, Hb>Adv. KINKY a Hair made STRAIGHT—LONG—SILKY The picture By Using HEROLIN The new discovery that proves new, long hair and straightness out hair, moppy or marty hair. You may to well drop all other progenies from an old RD- LIN in the oak hair dressing that makes your hair gold, shiny, silky, beautiful and smiffy and beautifully having that hair owns beauty so much much so much. You can do so your hair all way with other applying Herolina. It is delightfully permanent and will not to handle, wash it or press like most other hair preparations. Steve Damburg and Debby Sacks of Ownt. SUPPLIES 50 (60mm or coin) for a big box HEROLIN HERMINE CO., A Bristol, Ont. ADDITIVE. Please make an easy dress call or fly adhere. Write for terms. Ada's Han. Grower 3 months will make the hair long, soft and glossy. A trial will prove it. When a Louvenworth, call on the manufacturer. We want Sew Agents to represent us in every city and hamlet in the great West. BOX OF PRESSING OIL 25¢ BAY OF HAIR GROWER, 80¢ Mrs. Ada Montgomery, MANUFACTURER