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Next Thursday, Let us all Give Thanks Unto God and Pray for the Success of Our Boys in Far Away France MARKETING Nineteenth Year. No. 48 isants. They handle all mail for the Negro division, amounting to something between four and five thousand pieces a day. Private Mason is adept in handling mail, have ghad experience in a postoffice in Nebraska. Private Thos. Hogg, another graduate of Western, is clerk of company A. He is a steady worker and will no doubt be promoted when the opportune time comes. Private Allen Mercier, a former student at Western, is clerk in the supply company. We called at Captain Hicks' quarters, not found him absent. We were anxious to see the captain, as we feel proud of his record since graduating from Quindaro in 1914. He is well liked by his men and is making a good record as an officer. He is a Kansas boy, and his home is at Ottawa. At the "Y" were informed that the eight young men from Colorado were holding a high standard. They have all been promoted to non-commissioned officers. This speaks well for Colorado. Shawnee county has sixteen drafted men at the camp. All are doing well and some are in line for promotion. The men as a whole feel grateful to the citizens of their respective cities and states for the fond farewell and send-off given them on their departure from their respective homes and cities. About fourteen states are represented at Funston and more to come. The hospital corps is composed of an active, energetic group of young men. They spent three months in training at Camp Dodge and are now doing active service here. They are uniformed and present a splendid sight at drill. Several doctors are also connected with this department. In the supply command we found Captain L. W. Wallace in charge. His company furnishes all supplies and equipment for the men of the division. On arrival each enlisted man reports to this department and gets his uniform of blue denim overall, his woolen underwear, cotton socks, hat and shoes. Uniforms for the enlisted men have been ordered and are expected daily, and until their arrival these men are not allowed to leave the reservation. While on guard duty, they use the substitute wooden gun and billy. Arms and equipment are also ordered. The officers and men are fully aware of the present world situation and are preparing for it. They are contented with the governments arrangements as to their welfare. They are well fed, with hot and cold water facilities for bathing, sleeping in steam heated and electric lighted quarers. We heard no complaint from either officers or men. The Negro officers and soldiers speak in glowing terms of Major General Ballou and Colonel Bigelow, who are in charge of the division. These high officers have proven their attitude of good feeling and confidence in the Negro soldier. Fording the adjutant, Captain M. T. Deane, out, we were referred to his clek, Private W. D. McGullock, of Omaha, who was the first drafted Negro from the state of Nebraska. He is a former student of George R Smith College and Meharry Medical School. He is a fine young man who will merit promotion by his general business ability. After paying a visit to the post exchange, which serves as a store, where is found cigars, tobacco, cakes, soft drinks, ice cream and other articles of food, we met the men of the Central Y. M. C. A headquarter (white) and made our way to the station, having walked, in our estimation, over ten miles during the half day we spent in Camp Funston. "THE NEGLECTED MAN" I am writing this article because I feel not to write today would be a crime. I just finished reading The Central Christian Advocate, that found its way to my desk this morning. It contained an account of the most convention at Chicago, called by Dr. Joseph B. Hineley and Bishma Mitchell and Nicholson of the Board of Conference Chaimitsa. The convention was representative of the territory covered by the M. F. Church, laymen being present in large numbers. The motto adopted by the convention was, "We will form no more." This motto has direct reference to the retired preacher, The Forgotten Man" of Methodism. I have seen fit to call him the neglected man of African Methodism. The convention started. up to be used in establishing pensions for retired ministers. This action was taken in a church that already has legislated for the support of its retired ministry by giving them a general percentage of its general loan fund. Also uses its book companies most dividend for this purpose but it realizes that this is by far insufficient to meet the needs in land. It has on its roll 7,000 retired ministers, 3,000 widows and 300 orphanage workers a total of 4,500 alimony cases to our entire incarcerant force. There is required to meet the disciplinary obligations due those inmates the total of $2,710,000 from million three hundred and fifty thousand dollars. When we study the terms requirements of this church they stagger us. OUR BOYS AT CAMP FUNSTON OUR BOYS AT CAMP FUNSTON Colored Soldiers are Making Good as Officers and in the Ranks. On Saturday, Nov. 10, the Plain-dealer representative, in company with Prof. H. O. Cook of Lincoln high school, Kansas City, Mo., left this city for Camp Funston, at present the seat of one of the largest cantonments owned by the government. Some five months ago the United States was struck with the idea that more room was necessary to train the large number of drafted men who had been called to the colors, the permanent camps of the country being inadequate. Thus 22,000 acres of land in Geary bordering on the Kansas river, a few miles from Ft. Riley, was selected and work started to make room for soldiers. Being prairie land little excavating was necessary. Since that time hundreds of buildings have sprung up, seemingly overnight, until today it has the appearance of a small city in itself. Arriving at Camp Funston Station over the Union Pacific at 5 a.m., we were compelled to remain in the city until daybreak, or at least until we could secure a pass allowing us to enter the camp. Receiving our pass we proceeded to the Y. M. C. A. headquarters, where we met Father J. H. Van Loo, former sector of the Episcopal church in Kansas City, Mo., who is now in charge of the army "Y" at this point. He is assisted by a strong corps of workers, who are getting encouraging results. Kansas men are in the foreground in this work. Arthur W. Hardy, formerly of the Topeka and Kansas City, Mo., branches, is physical director, having charge of all physical work and athletic features. Mr Hardy is an earnest worker and is well thought of by the men. His wife, Mrs. Effie Grant Hardy, former vocal teacher at Western University, with her daughter, has recently moved to Junction City to be near her husband. Aaron Green, a Topeka boy, is office secretary and has charge of all the official correspondence of the association. To the writer's surprise he met his old friend O. D. Lawson, whom he has known since "boy days." He occupies the position of educational secretary, having in charge all educational branches of the camp. Mr. Lawson was educated in the schools and colleges of Denver and was graduated from the University of Chicago. He is an expert chemist, a Master Mason and an ardent worker in social work. Mr. Edw. Ross of Kansas City, Mo., is in charge of the religious work of the camp. His past experience in this line serves him well in his new post. Mr. Williams of Ottumwa, Ia., an active worker in association work is social secretary. The Y. M. C. A. quarters are well furnished, having an auditorium where moving pictures are shown, public meetings and concerts are held. There is also space for magazines, books and newspapers, which the men appreciate and take advantage of. Donations and gifts along this line are greatly needed. A splendid opportunity is open to some educated young man who can teach French to secure a good position, as a class of twenty men is now organized and in need of a teacher. Glancing at the daily report, we noted that the average visitation at the "Y" is about 2,000 men a day. Four hundred men were in attendance at the weekly religious meeting on Wednesday evening. An average of 1,500 letters a day are written by the men of our race and over $125 worth of stamps are sent daily; 300 money orders were issued in one day, and between $100 and $500 was sent out in one day to mothers, sisters and wives of diphid men. I went to the crowded condition new quarters are here built for the "Y" which will be finished shortly. The Y M C. A. serves as a bureau of information and is the center of the social life of the camp. From this point we started out with Secretary Van Leeuwen our guide to take on the camp and covered the entire division occupied by officers and men of color, who compose 150 men each. On the drill ground we witnessed the company in charge of Ilent. B E Ammons, further commandant at Western University, which was composed of men from several states. We were also afforded the pleasure of a handshake with Ilent. George W. Hamilton Jr., who was in command of his company on course to the high hills now located in the countryside, they were being dilled in the net of scaling hills and mountains. While passing on we were hailed by Ilent. Jamison of Topeka. In inspecting the materials of the enlisted men we found them no mind in a vigorous some being from vaccinated and inquainted as a pervasive against continuation were from the rejection A number of the quarters were must quotient is on account of menage. In the postoffice we found Vince Thue. Mason, a graduate of Western University, noting in the annexe of regimental postmaster, with the as- Copeka Plaindealer GEORGE K. WILLIAMS. When we recover from our amazement we are made to admire the zeal and courage of the men who show the spirit not to fail, but to conquer this great problem by adopting measures adequate. And now what about the A. M. E. church? Is there not the need of such a convention in our church? Will our people arise in their strength and meet such an emergency? Can not the general conference meet the requirement by legislation? Is there a need of another department to handle this matter? In short, how shall it be done? In answer to the first question, I desire to say that bad as matters are in the M. E. church, they are worse in the A. M. E. church. Here we have no knowledge of how many conference claimants. True it is that we have conference minutes publishing a list of these claimants in the different conferences, but there has not appeared in a current publication, neither has any man, known generally to the church, even stated (and we doubt seriously if he is in position to state) the exact number of conference claimants in the A. M. E. church. We have provided by law that 40 per cent of the 36 per cent dollar money shall be used for the support of the superannuated preachers, 25 per cent of the 36 per cent for widows and orphans. If this is not sufficient we provide that the conference shall make provision for their support. This has reference to superannuated preachers alone, however. Now let us examine this provision. We have no way of determining whether the 40 per cent of the 36 per cent is sufficient to meet the requirements, because we have never known the number of superannuates nor the number of widows and orphans. Neither have we fixed any definite amount to be given them, but we surely do know that this is a most unbusinesslike method. It is more than that; it is shameful neglect, which makes us say that the retired minister, with us, is the neglected man. It is possible that the conference at A may not have one claimant, while the conference at B may have many claimants. It is possible that the 40 per cent at A may be $5,000 while at it is may be $300. This fact makes our law a cruel injustice. Our ministry is general and not local. A man who has spent his life working in conference A, where the 40 per cent is ample to protect him against want may at the next conference session be transferred to conference B, where the 40 per cent, divided as it must be among many claimants, is by far insufficient In answer to the second question, we say there is a great need of such a convention in our church. In answer to the third question, we say that the General Conference is not competent to act, because it has too many other matters to engage it that it considers of more importance and it does not assemble with this one thought in view, and we contend that this should be the one absorbing thought of any body assembled to consider it. Then again, the General Conference has not sufficient lay representation to make this matter a lay obligation, whence it must be after all, for the layman must be made to see the importance of this matter before they will give the money. In all these years the General Conference has failed to make an adequate provision. It certainly is time now that some other method be employed. Every bishop we have will tell you how the present law burdens them at Annual Conference. The Annual Conferences can not meet their contingent expenses, and as a result solution of this law is frequent. They have been driven by necessity to borrow from this 40 per cent and have only found more trouble for themselves by so doing. The General Conference delights itself by holding this law as a club over the hands of its bishops, and at the same time the same men who made the law no lock home and violate it because they know that if they do not the legitimate claims of the conference can not be met. In answer to question four, I say, with our people are willing to arise in their strength and meet the requirements of this situation. They are becoming wage earners of my mean capacity today. Just this week I visited a town where 1'00 of our people live. The average wage paid them is $93 per week, which totals $1'000 (thirty-nine hundred dollars) a year. The A M B. church is the only church in this town. They pay their preacher $9'00 (two hundred and fifty dollars) per year. Now this town is remote everywhere. The war war has brought on new conditions. Money is more plentiful than ever; the migration of our people to the North has been a great training capacity and we should have a campaign of education to improve them of their duty to provide for their ministry. Our churches in the larger cities, where our people have gone, should not beneath this burden and know that new concessions teach new duties. In answer to question five, I say, surely there is no need of a new department—some one man appointed by a board, whose duty it shall be to call conventions, to man out campaigns, to see that annual conferences pay this department every cent due it, since this harming and misrepresentation of funds. Start a campaign for funds to be invested as a permanent endowment to help in establishing a pension aid. We could do it better thing than to elect a man to do this work, and I want to say r念 now that I am not a candidate for the office and do not want it, but I would be happy to do what I can to bring it about, to make it what it should be and to assist in formulating the campaign for the raising of the funds. We write this for the good of the church and ministry. The church can not serve the people without means are provided for its ministry. Do we wonder why our educated young men do not enter our ministry? We certainly should not, when we see how the church treats them. Surely it is time for us to no longer campaign for the bishopric and general office and to spend our spare time writing articles trying to flatter bishops, but spend our time trying right at our door. We can get right of our door. We can get the money if we but try. We have the brains if we will only use them. I shall write again on this subject. In the meantime, I desire to ask of any many in the church two questions: Tell me, do you know the number of conference claimants there are in the A. M. E. church? Can you tell me what a reasonable allowance as a pension for them would total? Divide them by classes and give me the total. I am waiting in hope. 4258 West St. Ferdinand Ave., St. Louis, Mo. NEWTON KAN. Rev. C. W Redd and wife returned from conference last week. Rev. Redd will again serve as pastor of the C. M. E. church, this being his second year. Mrs. A. L. Forn. Mrs. C. Riley and Mrs. Winn. Pinkert attended the conference in Kansas City. Mrs. J. W. Anderson and Mrs. M. Fortner went to Kansas City Sunday and returned Monday. They report a very nice trip. J. W. Anderson, Jr., went to Topeka Sunday, where he met his brother, C. D. Anderson, and came back in the latter car, an Overland. The Du Boise Literary society is doing nicely under the leadership of C. James Goss. Meetings every Tuesday evening at 8:30 at the C. M. E. church. Mrs. Reeley Smith, who is making her home in Kansas City, is in the city on business. RICHMOND, MO. Elder James Webb is giving a series of stercopticon views showing "The Black Man's Part in the Bible," at the C. M. E. church, Rev M. I. Warfield of Kansas City, Kan., is the guest of friends in the city. Presiding Elder S. M. Bryan held first quarterly meeting at Ward's annual lit Sunday and a spiritual feast was enjoyed by all present. Mrs John Cowley moved to Excelsior Springs, her future home. Excellent Springs, her future home. Mrs. James Robinson has been continued to her bed for several days, but is improving. Mrs. T. M. Rogers has been very ill at her home in the West End, but is improving. Dr. Thomas of St. Louis stopped over for a day and was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Joe Blackwell. Miss Elli Chew, after an absence of two weeks because of illness, has duties at Lincoln school. Mr. Richard Goins, who was called in to attend the funeral of his sister Rovenna, is visiting his home folks for while. Mrs. J. S. Blaine has returned from New Jersey, where she has been for the past three months caring for her sick father. Mrs. John Bell entertained a party of friends at her home on Whitmer street last Friday night. Whist was the game of the evening and dainty refreshments were served. Mr. James Fwinn, who has been ill for several weeks, has recovered sufficiently to be able to take short walks. Mrs. Eil Carter and daughter Myra spent Friday in Kansas City shopping. Mrs. Chancey Tucker has returned to her home in Sedalia. Bou I. S. Blaine, pastor of St. John's church has returned from a visit to St. Louis. The number of room No. 3 gave their teacher Miss Chu, a surprise last Friday. Many tokens were given and refreshments were served. We note in the white daily of Monday that four of our boys were arrested on Sunday for throwing dice and some fard 925 and coins. The lives are in their teens and come from good homes, but have had inside home instimation and murder out courses for themselves which will lead to shame and degradation if not choked. Now that every church in this community is clear of dirt and may then name it as it is, I don't again let the people begin to buy homes and fit them on homes, military lines, adding years to their homes and doing the same a great deal of good. MAPLE BILL, KAN. Mrs. Thomas Bolton arrived home last week from her visit at Fulton, Mo. Mr. Glenn took her son Clarence to Topeka Friday to enter the Topeka Industrial and Educational Institute. Mrs. J. Oliver gave a party last Saturday evening and everyone reported a nice time. Miss Velma Bolton is home again!. THE INTERSTATE LITERARY ASSOCIATION To the Presidents and Members of Air Societies in the Middle West: This comes to inform you that the Interstate Literary Association of Kansas and the West will hold its twenty-seventh annual session in Kansas City, Kan., on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, December 26, 27 and 28, 1917. Any litterary society, debating club or other organization rendering programs of a literary or musical character is eligible to membership and will be admitted upon sending to the corresponding secretary on or before December 1, 1917, the membership fee, the name of the organization and the city in which it is located. The membership fee for new societies is .150; for old societies, $1. Each society thus enrolled is entitled to three delegates and three alternates, one of whom may represent said society on program. To the end that the Interstate Literary Association may keep the high standard set by its previous meetings, the executive committee desires the co-operative support of all its societies; and in this crisis of our national history it requests that, as far as possible, writers of papers shall emphasize the following subjects. Thrift, Conservation, Patrotism, Service, Unionism and Economic, Industrial and Civic Conditions. We wish the theme of our program to be patriotic, without a single utterance of treason. CONTESTS. One evening will be given over to contests in oratory, original poetry, original music, and declamation, to the winners of which first and second prizes will be awarded. The contests will be open to anyone except persons graduated in either of the above mentioned branches. RULES. Will each society do its share toward helping the Interstate Literary Association observe the following rules? For upon them depends the success of our twenty-seventh session: 1. Program numbers must be sent to the Corresponding Secretary on or before December 1st, 1917, that they may reach the Executive Committee before the programs go to press. 2. All papers are limited to ten (10) minutes. 3. Credentials admitting societies are required to show at least twelve regular meetings of the society during the year prior to the session. If your society is not in session, convene it. If no society, organize one. Kansas City, Kansas, promotes the Association a literary and social front. Prepare now to be with us. For further information, address MRS. W. W. GALDWELL. Corresponding Secretary. 624 U Street, Atchison, Kansas Done by order of Executive Committee, Mrs. Willa Dwiggins, Chairman. CHANUTL. KAN. Mr. S. T. Jackson has accepted a position with the Santa Fe as porter. He made his first trip Friday night. Mr. Gaston is getting along fine and soon will be able to play his trombone again. The Fleur de Lis Art classes entertained their husbands at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J, D. Odair. Prof. Payne's band played Wednesday for the Ozark Trail convention. Each number was highly received. Clifford Johnson was in Iola Thursday night. Mr. Floyd Cuth spent the week and in Ottawa. and in Ottawa. Mr. N. H. Campbell returned Wednesday morning from Wichita, where he spent a few days visiting relatives and friends. Sunday afternoon he sang at the cornerstone living exercises and in the evening he again appeared before another large audience at Rey. Butler's church. Rev Smith preached a very able sermon Sunday, morning and evening Mr. J. Richham was in Thayer Parkly and Saturday Mrs. J. Campbell has been indo- spired for the next week. The ladies of the Bastian church will give an entertainment at the K. of P. hall Thanksgiving. Clifford Johnson spent Sunday in Iolls. Mr. P. McColough spent Sunday in the city visiting friends and relatives. Sunday was a full day at the Bastian church and over $400 was required. Mr. Henry Bradley attended the Knappe, Nebraska game at Lawrence on Saturday. Mr. Charles Fields is spending his vacation in Knappe City, Mo. COFFEYVILLE, K.A.N. Mrs. Gertrude Henderson vortel ler --- Price $1.50 Per Year. with her sister at Wichita last week. Mrs. Hannah Horton, who has been living here with her daughter the last few years, has gone to Guthrie, Okla., for an indefinite stay with her son, Prof. D. G. Horton. Miss Anna E. Carter entertained Rev. and Mrs. Ross at dinner last Sunday. Master Leland Terry has come to live with his aunt, Mrs. Frank Henderson. The members of Bethel A. M. E. church gave a reception to Rev. and Mrs. Ross last Tuesday evening. Mrs. Anna Williams made a business trip to Sapulpa, Okla., last week. The rally given by the C. M. E. church was quite a success. About $150 was realized. Mrs. Lula Love is able to be up and about her household duties after a short illness. Walter Carter was a visitor to Topeka last week. WHITE CLOUD, KAN. An afternoon party was given at the home of Mr. and Mrs. E. G. Graves in honor of the fifth birthday of their little son. Laverne. The afternoon was spent in games and music, after which the hostess brought forth the cake decorated with five candles, and daintily served a two course luncheon. Mrs. Allie Duncan visited with relatives Saturday between trains. Mr. Walter Finney had the misfortune to lose two hogs which he had just purchased about a month ago. They were killed by a train. Mrs. Bettie Clay, who is taking treatment of Dr. Custard in Omaha, Neb., is getting along nicely. Anna Mildred Stillman departed this life November 11 and was buried on the 12th. She was 18 years, 4 months and 3 days of age. She was a member of the A. M. E. church and was ever ready to help in the cause. She was a member of the graduating class of 1918. She was also correspondent for The Plain-dealer. There are now four sick at the Stillman home—Mrs. Stillman, Marraet, James and Nellie. The family is now quarantined for typhoid. The home of Mr. and Mrs. Riley Betts is now under quarantine. The granddaughter has diphtheria, but is getting along nicely. PAOLA, KAN. Sunday was quarterly meeting at the A. M. E. church. Rev. Harris, the new presiding elder, officiated. Miss Belant Wilson spent the week-end in Kansas City with relatives and friends. The social given at Armory Hall under the auspices of the Sir Knights and the Court was well attended. Miss Daisy N. Peak and John E. Lowry attended the State Teachers' Association at Topeka. Show your appreciation of the work the Plaindealer is doing by subscribing for it. LEAVENWORTH, KAN. Three members of detachment No. 2, Army Service School, were married last week. They were: Mr. W. Jones, to Miss Bessie Burton; Mr. Fred Thompson, to Miss Blanche Shepherd; Mr. William Gough, to Miss Lucy Jordan. The opening of Hamilton's Winter Garden was quite a success. Everyone enjoyed a pleasant evening. Mr. Clifton Lear was a guest at Hamilton's Cafeteria Wednesday. Mr. and Mrs. Fred Lankkins are the proud parents of a baby girl, born Thursday morning. Miss Helen White of Kansas City spent Sunday in the city visiting friends. Miss Dorotny Saunders entertains Miss Moe Jones of Kansas City, Kan., and Mr. Joseph Barton at hurlock Sunday afternoon. Madame Walker-Booker gave a lecture at Bethel A. M. II. church on Sunday night. Dr. Washington of Kansas City, Kau., has been in the city for the past week in the interest of the American Woodmen. KINSLEY, KAN. Mr. and Mrs. James Green of Hanston spent Sunday in Kinsley visiting at the home of Mrs. P. Freeman. Mrs. Jones of Hanston spent Sunday in Kinsley. Rev. Henderson of Garden City stoned over Tuesday night and preached at the Bantist church. Mr. Frank Bowen of St. John is now driving the bus for the Putace hotel. Mr. James Franklin returned Saturday from Innells, where he has been doing some plastering. Miss Nettie Watkins of Kansas City returned to her home after and a few days in Kinsley and Great Bend. Ohio a nun attained the musical ever for the Red Cross. Rev W Freeman left for Lees more Thursday to fill the pulpit at the Bantist church. The young ladies have taken up writing for the soldier boys. Mr Palmer of Lewis was visiting in Eldwinsley last Sunday. Far Away France ance The Topeka Plaindealer ESTABLISHED IN 1899. Joe Year ..... $1.00 Ox Months ..... 1.00 Parre Months ..... $0 ADVERTISING RATER, PER MONTH $2.00 PER INCH. Entered at the Postoffice at Topeka, Kan., as Second Class Mail Matter. Address all communications to The Topeka Plainindexer, 11229 Kansas Avenue. Topeka, Kansas. Money sent by Express. Postoffice Money Order or Registered Lette at our risk; otherwise at the risk of the sender. When the attention of The Plioindexer is called to any misstatement of facts in these columns, or to any error concerning any man or thing, correction will cheerfully be made. Unsigmed communications, except from our regular correspondents, will not be published. WINFIELD, KAN. C. H. Lewis left last Sunday for Bengar, Okla., on business and to visit his relatives and friends. Mrs. Rev. H. C. White left last week for Vernon, Okla., for an extended visit. Clarence Foust, who has been visiting in the East for the past three months, returned home last Monday. He reports a splendid trip. Clarence is a bright young man, having graduated from the high school last year. Rev. W. J. Brannon was in Wichita last Monday on business. Mr. and Mrs. Claude Brown, who have been visiting in Kansas City, returned home last Sunday morning. Mr. John Bradford is quite sick at his home on West Read street. It is reported that he is much better. The Second Baptist church has installed a new hot air furnace. This is a great improvement and was much needed. Ambrose Woodard, Winfield's only colored soldier, writes back that he is much pleasant with soldier life. He has been promoted three times and is now stenographer for a colonel. Ambrose is an expert with the typewriter and will always have a good job. SALINA, KAN. Mr. and Mrs. Ollie Groves and Grandmother Spicey are now residing on South Third street. Mrs. Mattie Bibbs and little son are the guests of Mrs. W. C. Woodley. Mr. Whiteside of Hill City was the guest of Miss Blanch Deprad last week. Mr. Vernon Brown is back home to stay awhile. Mr. Arthur Deprad was in the city as the guest of Mrs. W. C. Woodley. He has gone to Junction City to work. The Younger Set club gave a "trip around the world" party last week. There were about fifteen in the party and the homes to which they went were those of Misses Agnes Hudson and Geraldine Bryant. Mesdames James Hudson and Theo. Haynes, and Mr. Wm. Wigley. Revival services are being held at the St. John Baptist church, conducted by Rev. Moses Williams of Kansas City. Meserts, Hudson and Hurston motored to Junction City and Abilene last Sunday. Messrs. Hayes and Riley motored to Beboit last Sunday. Mrs. Beatrice McGee is seriously ill at this time. Mesdames Wigley and Henderson attended the football game at Junction City last week, in which Mr. Wm. Wigley played. Miss Dessie Greene of Falun spent Saturday and Sunday in the city as the guest of her parents, Mr. and Mr. O. T. Greene. The members of the A. M. B. church gave a party for Rev. Milton Mickens at the home of Mrs. Sam Bryant, on Cedar street. Quite a number were present and all enjoyed themselves. Mr. Lee. Thompson was called to Des Moines, Iowa, and left last week. Columbus, O.—Patriotism reached its zenith here in the meeting held at the Second Baptist church when the women of the Benevolent Mission Society, an organization belonging to the church, decided that the Negro boys in the U. S. army should have placed at their disposal copies of the National Jubilee Melodies, "We want the boys to sing the songs of our foreparents, which is the only real American music. We want, while they are fighting a righteous cause in foreign lands, that they shall sing jubilee melodies, thanking of their God and their own country" declared the president of this organization after a patriotic speech delivered by Rev. R. H. Bovd, D. D., secretary of the National Baptist Publishing Board, through whose great effort Jubilee Melodies were set to music and put at the disposal of the American public. Dr. Boyd had just declared in an address that the Negro should make the same enviable record in this war that he has made in every war of the world's history. The Benevolent Society placed the first order for a SANTAL MIDY large number of these books, to be bound in khaki with the United States flag printed upon the back of each book. "Our church will back up this movement," declared Rev. Elbert W. Moore, D. D.; pastor of the church. They have sent their order forward to the Publishing Board at Nashville and the books will be made up at once and placed in the hands of the soldiers. CARTHAGE, MO On last Wednesday afternoon Mrs. Myrtle Webb was hostess to the Alpha Art club. The afternoon was spent with needlework, after which luncheon was served. The old folks' concert and pound party given at the M. E. church on last Friday night for the benefit of the pastor, Rev. H. T. Reeves, was a success. Rev. S. A. Anderson has opened a restaurant and grocery store on East Sixth street. Mrs. McGregor, from Tulsa, Okla., is ill at the home of Mrs. Frank Wynatt. The new Lincoln school burned down recently. Miss Pansy Brinker has returned from a two weeks' visit with relatives in Fort Scott, Kan. PARSONS, K.A.N. Miss Hazel White spent Sunday and Monday visiting relatives and friends in Coffeyville. The Clover Leaf Art club met with Mrs. Ed Walton, 2430 Grand, Wednesday evening and a delicious two-course lunch was served. The evening was spent in needlework. Mrs. Hoscelaw of Spokane, Wash., was a guest of the club. She gave some pointers on the Colored Women's Federation. The season's greatest offering was given at the A. M. E. church Friday night when J. Berne Barlow's famous Jubilee Quartet gave a concert for the benefit of the church Parsons ran second to the largest house of colored people they have ever shown to. Mrs. George Williams is on the sick list, suffering with la grippe. Wanted—A first class barber, at J. T. White's Sanitary Barber Shop, 1905 Broadway, Parsons, Kan., by December 1. Mr. Ed Young had a narrow escape from death while at work at the M. K. & T. shop. He fell in one of the pits, but his presence of mind saved his life. Two men had previously fallen in the same pit and drowned. Miss Frances Bradford of Knowville, Okla., passed through our city en route to Kansas City. While here she was the guest of Mrs. Eugene McMurry. Mr. and Mrs. B. Booker are spending a few days visiting Mr. Booker's relatives in Tulsa, Okla. The Jewel Art club met with Mrs. Robert Willis, 2311 Morgan avenue WASHIN WHITENER 212-822-3333 WASHIN WHITENER CO. ORANGE, GA DR.FRED PALMER'S SKIN WHITENER Whitte dark or brown skin. Bleaches and clears salowl complexions, removes all bliemishes and causes the skin to grow whiter. See that you get the gowns. Southern University, Scotland Hights, Baton Rouge, La., Nov. 27, 1916. Jacobs Pharmacy Co., Atlanta, G.; Gentlemen—You will find enclosed site in stamps for which please send a package of your Dr. Fred Palmer's Skin Whitener and Soap. I have used your Skin Whitener and Soap and it improved my complexion so much. 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There was quite a nice quarterly meeting at Zion A. M. E. church Sunday, at which over sixteen dollars was raised. We will soon have the addition to the church completed. Bro. North built the flue last week, and we expect to have the alcove plastered soon. The Colored Woman's Federation of Clubs, Topeka, Kansas, met with the board of directors on Monday evening, Nov. 12th, at the home of Mrs. Sims, Mrs. E. M. Jackson, chairman of the board and general supervisor of the clubhouse, presiding in the chair. After prayer by the chanlain, Mrs. Sarah Malone, the business was opened and conducted in a very able manner by the chairman of the board. The attendance was fair notwithstanding the threatening, inclement weather. The general reports of clubs were then received and acknowledged by the secretary. Reports of donations were then received and promised. Reports were then in order for the acceptance of plans for the club's work. Financial discussions and reports from the treasurer, Mrs. M. Carpenter, were received and acknowledged as satisfactory. On motion Mrs. M. Vanderzee was appointed by the general supervisor a member of the board and elected by the members of the board to be general reporter of the Woman's Federation. Suggestions were then presented for the discussion of the publishing of a small medium or monthly journal dedicated to the work of the Federation, and a help for its ARRILLER WONDERFUL HAIR SUCCESS Removes Dandruff, Cures Scalp Disease, Stop the Hair from Falling Out, Helps it to Grow Long and Beautiful--No Master Flow Stubborn and Unintentional. Try it and be Convinced an Arriller System Taught. Grad cutes Get Diplomas. Pupils Solicited. Agents Wanted. Address Mme. ADA L. FUE MANUFACTURING CO. 239 Indianapolis Avenue MUSKOGEE, OKLAHOMA MONEY TO LOAN ON ALL KINDS OF PERSONAL PROPERTY. Horses, cattle, plants, diamonds, household goods, libraries, typewriters, autos, carriages, machinery, and tattoled people.—F. S. 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While we would suggest a self-supporting organ, such means being a help in all public enterprises in facilitating the business part for the public benefit, but the board hopes in the near future to have an organ for the benefit of the work and a public medium for our work in the city. TOPEKA'S FIRST COLORED LICENSED EMBALMER. G.W. Hamilton THE MEMORIAL Our Popular Undertaker Phone 574, 309 Kansas Ave Open for Business Day and Night Everything New But the Man. Service Guaranteed A WONDERFUL BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY We have an eighty (80) acre oil and gas lease, in Allen County, nea Humboldt, Kansas, with producing oil and gas wells, all about us, and others being drilled constantly. We want only one member of our board in your city. We have a very attractive ground floor proposition to oger you if you can invest $100.00. Otherwise, don't answer this advertisement. You must act at once as eighteen (18) men will constitute our ogcere and Board. J. J. ALLEN. Fiscal Agent, W. C. 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The guests were met at the depot by Misses Instillia and Aunt Mackey in their solendal Hudson super-six. They expressed them-else as delighted with the spirit of hospitality that prevailed during their stay in Butler. Especially was the 5 o'clock breakfast served by Mrs. G. G. White an enjoyable affair. Those from Pleasanton who graced the occasion were: Mesdames Even White, Ella Fine Mattea Lacey, Carrie Smith and Miss Evangeline Lacey. Those who stood by Mr. Crouch to make the occasion memorable were Meadmine E. G. White, Janie Merner, Isabella Kenoly, Donie Crouch, Alice Crouch and Miss Adi Mackey. The unanimous verdict of the visitors was "a good time." ATCHISON, KAN. Mr. Nelson Hunt left last week for Chicago to spend the winter with his daughter, Mrs. Edith Kucker. There is much credit due the Kerford brothers for the donation of True Eleven Hall for the reception given for the soldiers who went to Camp Funaton. They also donated liberally towards the refreshments. 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Mr. Chas. Burdette of Blue Rapids is in the city visiting his niece, Mrs. Mamie McGill. Mrs. Dollie Tipton of Emporia is visiting here this week, the guest of her granddaughter, Mrs. Geo. Hamilton, Jr. Mrs. Jno. M. Brown, who underwent an operation at Stormont hospital several weeks ago, is now at her home north of town and is convalescing. Mrs. tMatie Scott of Amarillo, Texas, spent a few days in the city last week on route to Chicago, Ill., to join her husband. On her return trip she will visit with relatives and friends. WANTED—Housekeeper; woman between 20 and 30 years of age, weight 140 to 150 pounds, preferred. Addressee I. W. Moore, 109 East Park, Anaheim, Mont. Adv. Messis, Walter Phoenix and Clarence Brown of Emporia were in the city Saturday visiting friends, on route from Lawrence, where they attended the Nebraska-K, U. football game. The Dumas Art club was entertained Nov. 16, Mrs. Preston Tolbert, hostess. Having much business only a short program was rendered. A vocal number, "Someone Is Calling Me," was rendered by Mrs. Rice. A paper, "Ten Steps to Friendship," was read by Mrs. Clark. A dainty two-coarse luncheon was served. The club adjourned to meet Nov. 30 with Miss Viola Scott. MRS. L. WASHINGTON. Pres. MRS. L. CLARK. Reporter. Mrs. Ida M. Jordan entertained the Beulah Mission Circle Friday afternoon, Nov. 16, at her home, 503 north Western avenue. The meeting was well attended. After the routine of business, fried chicken, smothered chicken and all good things of the season were served. Mrs. Rosalie Williams, President; Mrs. M. J. Smith, Secretary. The East Hill Art and Srud club met October 30th at the residence of Mrs. Cantelli. One hour was devoted to business, after which the club was served a delicious luncheon. On Nov. 14th Mrs. Evans, the president, was hostess. One new member, Mrs. Richerson, was addol. Three dollars ($300) was given to charity. A two-course luncheon was served. The ladies declared Mrs. Evans an ideal hostess. Mrs. Nelson Hilton is spending a few days in Garnett, Kansas. The Pierce band furnished music for the Sunday school, Sunday, Nov. 18th. Mr. George Cowan left last week for Camp Funston, where he has a position as cook. An excellent paper, "Cause of War," was read by Mr. Hare at the Literary Wednesday evening, which was enjoyed by everyone. PIERCE ADDITION. completely cured by the use of one 25c box of DOUBLE STRENGTH DANDRUFF CURE. After using a few boxes your hair will become naturally soft and glossy. The McCLELLAND'S STRAIGHTENING OIL has no equal for straightening the hair. Price 25c each. 1013 Kansas Avenue. TOPEKA, KANSAS. The Pastor's Aid of Shiloh Baptist church met with Mrs. Norah Christopher, 1186 Lane street, last Wednesday afternoon. A lovely lunchon was served. There will be a bazaar at the home of Mrs. Martha Starnes, 1218 Lane street the 5th of December, and the many friends of the Aid are invited. Grand Master H. I. Monroe was called to Dunlap last week to attend the funeral of his sister in-law, Mrs. Georgia Turner. Mrs. Margaret Pinkard, accompanied by her son, visited her sister, Mrs. Dan Mallory, a few days ago. Mrs. Pinkard and husband are among the wealthiest people of Rosdale. She spent her girlhood days in Topeka and was one of the leading ladies of that time. The family of the late William H. Crutchfield, who died at his home in Omaha last week, has the sympathy of the entire country, especially those with whom he was acquainted. Mr. Crutchfield would go out of his way to do a kind act for a trend or anyone who called upon him in distress. It never was in his make-up to do anything that would impoverish his fellowman. It seems too bad to have him called from earth to that eternal happiness at such an early stage in life. He was progressive and his good works will live as a monument for many things he did to show that he was a true, loyal American citizen. He left a fine large brick mansion and other valuable property. He was a member of several orders, and the Knights of Pythias officated over his remains. Peace to his ashes. Cards are out announcing the marriage of Prof. C. Allen Curry, teacher of mathematics in the Kansas City high school, to Miss Pauline Campbell of North Carolina, to be colonized at the residence of Prof. J. W. Hughes, 1019 Band avenue, East St. Louis, Ill., Nov. 29, 1917, Prof. and Mrs. Curry will be at home after November 30 at 946 Washington boulevard, Kansas City, Kan. Prof. Curry is one of Kansas City's most industrious and enterprising young men and has just recently erected a stucco hungalow, modern and up-to-date, and one of the finest in Kansas City Kan. Miss Campbell is one of the most highly educated and leading young ladies of the South. They have the best wishes of The Plaindealer Mr. John Shonhan, age 77, veteran number and Topeka business man, died at his home, 1300 Taylor street Wednesday morning. He had resided in this city for the past thirty-three years and was one of our oldest and best friends, an honest, upright Christian gentleman, with no enemies and a legion of friends. He raised a fine family of children and lived to see them all grown and doing well. The funeral was held from the Holy Name Catholic church. Tenth and Clay. Thursday morning and a lark crowd of friends were present to witness the last sad rites. Three Catholic priests, officiated, among whom was the Rt. Rev. Father Hayden. Remains were interred in Mt. Calvary cemetery. Peace to his ashes. Mr. Thos. Snedel, custodian of the Memorial Hall, gave his annual game dinner last Tuesday at the Memorial building in honor of the comrades connected with the institution. Gov. Canner and a few of the state of fierer. The bill of farm consisted of ground-hog coon, opossum and several other kinds of game and side dishes of various kinds. Mrs. Snedel who is a fine cook, assisted by several other ladies, served the dinner and over fifty people people were present. Mr. Snedel's game dinners are becoming as famous as the game dinners served at the Grand Pacific in Chicopee years ago for the late Gen. Sherman, Gen. John A. Logan Herb Ward Beecher and other distinguished guests, when every convivial species of game in the forest was sent to Chicago and served on that occasion. We visited Camp Funston last week and must say we were carried away with the great work that is being done by the 82nd division, which is colored. The commissioned officers are doing as good work as if they were West Pointem, and the Y. M. C. A. is also doing well. We shall next week give a descriptive write-up of what we saw and heard while there. One thing that we heard that was pleasing was that a white Southerner was dismissed from the army for refusing to salute a colored commissioned officer. Uncle Sam means business now and wants nothing but soldiers and gentlemen to do his fighting. Whatever soldiers cannot respect each other the government has no further use for them. The three Masonic lodges of Topeka—Euclid No. 2, Mt. Morlah No. 5 and Kaw Valley No. 18—gave a reception Monday evening in honor of the new grand master, H. I. Monroe, and grand custodian, Fred Roundtree. There was a large gathering of Masons present, with their wives and members of the Eastern Star to lead dignity to the occasion. Music was furnished by Messrs. Burton and Johnson, Mr. James Johnson acted as master of ceremonies, and we must say that he certainly is a fine mesider and knows how to entertain. Responses were made by J. F. Brock, W. M. of Euclid No. 2; Louis Knott, W. M. of Mt. Morlah No. 5; N. Chiles; Past W. M. of Kaw Valley, No. 18; C. C. Daniels for Cyrene Commandery, and B. F. Payne for Lincoln Chapter, Royal Aich Masons. The speakers assured the grand master and grand custodian and custodian of the W. an O. fund that the lodges and people of Topeka were in sympathy with the positions they held. Grand Master Monroe and Grand Custodian Roundtree responded in well chosen words, reviewing their Masonic history. Since they have been members of Euclid No. 2 they have both held offices in the same lodge and minor positions for the three lodges, and now they are in the Grand Lodge, which is a singular coincidence, that two men should move together in the subordinate lodges from time to time for twenty years. A nice repast of ice cream, cake, sandwiches and coffee was served and a pleasant time was enjoyed by all. The Masons of Topeka are highly elated over the election of these two men and feel confident that they will give good administrations. CARD OF THANKS. We wish to thank the teachers of Washington school and our many friends who so kindly assisted us in our late bereavement in the death of our beloved daughter and sister, and also for the many beautiful floral offerings. MR. RICHARD WILLIAMS. MRS. M. B. WILLIAMS. GEORGIA WILLIAMS. (First published in the Topoka Plaindealer Nov. 23d, 1917.) NOTICE OF HEARING APPLICATION FOR PARDON OR PAROLE. Notice is hereby given that Jas. H. 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Communications favoring or protesting against his parole will be considered at that time. (Signed) J. K. CODDING. Class No. 7 of the Shiloh Baptist Sunday school was made merry by their teacher, Miss Edna Greene, Saturday afternoon of last week, who was hostess to a line party for them at the Apex. Miss Greene was assisted in chaperoning the little folks by Mrs. R e Morgan Harris. Those who enjoyed the afternoon were: Janetta Buffington, Genevie Gricham, Lucile Mallery, Gonzel Clark, Dorothy Brown, Julia Johnson, Lethia Ford, Frances Ford, Dorothy Jaco, Ruth Reynolds, Horsel Comer, John Russet* Johnson, Louis Scales, Merrill Jenkins and Morgan Harris. After the show they visited a pop corn stand and then proceeded to The Flaindealer office where they inspected this plant. SALINA, KANSAS. Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Williams are the proud parents of a baby boy. The revival services being conducted by the Rev. Williams of Kansas City are proving a success. His sermons are excellent. There have been 28 converts. Rev. Mose Williams was the guest of Miss Elizabeth Jackson Sunday at 6 o'clock dinner. Mr. Wm. Wigley, Salina high school football star, was hurt very badly in the game with Hutchinson host week and had to go to the hospital. He is doing fine now. Miss Bessie Giacone of Salon visited in the city Saturday and Sunday. Ms. Deprad and Whiteside who were visitors in the city, left recently for Seneca to spend the remainder of the winter. Mr. Paul Knight of Blackwolf visited in the city last week. Grandmother Gannett has been on the sick list for several days, but is improving now. Mrs. Vesta Gilmes of Lyons is in the city. Mr. and Mrs. Dun Reel are now residing on North Eighth street. Word has been received here that Joe Banks, son of Rev. and Mrs. W. P. Banks, is in camp at Washington. The Apex THEATRE THIRD AND KANSAS AVE. MONDAY The Underecurrent, third episode of The Red Ace. Two additional reels. TUESDAY. The Dark Road, featuring Dorothy Dalton. Miss Dalton stained in Back of the Man, which we showed here last Friday. This is a five reel Tri- angle feature. Also a one-reel comedy. WEDNESDAY. Will Yaqui Joe Tell? Third episode of the Fighting Trail. He Never Touched Me, a one-reel comedy. Capt. Jenks' Love Insurance, a good one-reel comedy. THURSDAY. Enpisode of Jimmie Dale series. Villa of the Movies, a two-reel Keystone comedy full of fun. FRIDAY. Her Father's Keeper, a five reel Triangle drama. A Finishd Product, one reel comedy. SATURDAY Wolf of Las Alamos, an episode of The Girl From Frisco. Race With Death, a drama. Cupid's Touchdown, a comedy. ABILENE, KAN. Mr. H. Wharton of Nicodemus is visiting his mother and other relatives. Mr. F. Tyler and sisters, Miss Alice and Mrs. Calvin, and Miss Tille and Emma Winder motored to Camp Funton Friday evening. All Quotations Subject to Confirmation. Parkville Milling Co. (Our Brands - Honeymon, Jack Frost, Silver Leaf; Also Graham Corn Meal, Braa Feed. PARKVILLE, MISSOURI NEGRO JUBILEE SONGS, PLANTATION MELLOES. Nothing than the South has produced is attracting DIEGO a song book containing the songs and melodies of the *Anti-Behemoth* Negro, the plantation of the South before the war, and have been promulgated by critics as the only real American book in book form and are being distributed in many parts by the *NATIONAL BAPTIST PUBLISHING BOARD*. The book is so sent for a copy, and it is ready for sale to lovers of luxury. Good Bread ```markdown ``` Don't Forget Keeping Qualities when you buy a perishable product keeps good, longer than, other butter because it is made of pure pasteurized cream and immediately packed in a patented air-tight, odor-proof package that preserves its goodness unimpaired. Rev. J. C. Rogers filled his pulpit at Mt. Zion Baptist church Sunday. He took his text from the second chapter of Revelations and preached a glorious sermon. The house war well filled. The Modern Priscilla Art club met with Mrs. D. Simpson Tuesday. Mr. M. Gibson has gone to Denver, Col. Miss Hattie Bell of Wichita was the guest of her mother and other relatives last week. Mrs. Ella Curtis of Wichita was also a guest of the Bell family Sunday. Born, to Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Mormon, a girl, Friday. Mr. George of Causus, Ky., is the guest of the Tyler family. LEAVENWORTH, KAN., ITEMS. I am sure all who attended Bethel A. M. E. church last Sunday received great benefits. Rev. Barksdale filled the pulpit in the morning and preached a good sermon, while Madam Walker held the audience spellbound at night. Mrs. A. J. Sanders, wife of Rev. A. J. Sanders, is somewhat indoposed. Mrs. Beatrice Coulth and Mrs. Georgia Taylor were Kansas City choppers Friday. Wedding bells have been ringing quite frequent here of late, and the soldiers have born the lucky ones. Mrs. Pollard, mother of Mrs. Alberta Chayers, deputed this life Friday. Nov. 9th, after a brief illness of leaving for Philippine Islands to join her husband very soon, and Bethel church later to lose her owing to the act she has been organist there so many years. When in town visit Mr. and Mrs. Hamilton's winter garden on Third and Kiowa streets. Madam D. Walker will lecture at Bethel A. M. E. church Tuesday and those who have not heard her night. Those who heard Madam Walker I am sure will hear her again should hear her by all means. We are on receipt of a letter from Rev. S. D. Johnson of Anadarko Obla, informing us of the serious illness of Mrs. S. D. Johnson. 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NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT. Notice is hereby given that on the 5th day of November, A.D. 1917, the under- signed was, by the Probate Court of Shaw- nee County, Kanaan, duly appointed executor of the estate of Minerva Newman, late of Shawnee County, deceased. All parties interested in said estate will take notice and govern themselves accordingly. Since 1900. Test of Time. LTD 1900 PRO GROWER ONLY BY Phillipubo Milwaukee MISSOURI WELLING HAIR, ITCHING F.C., DEAUTY, COLOR GROWTH ASSOCIATED JUNE 10, 1900 LLEGE CO. SAINT LOUIS, MINNOW THE MAGIC SHAMPOO DRIER AND HAIR STRAIGHTENER The Drier of Merit, Price $1.00 Postage extra. Magic Pomade, price ... 50cts. Magic Hairspray, price ... 50cts. Acents wanted. Write for literature. MAGIC SHAMPOO DRIER COMPANY Minneapolis, Minn. Free! Catalogue of the Latest Styles of FINE CREOLE HAIR. ```markdown ``` We are the largest dealers in Croole Hair Gooels, Raw Hair by the pound; Electric Cables Etc., in this country. 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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 1420-2G Woodland Ave., Kansas City, Missouri. Home Phone East 5201. Bell E.1978 PLEASAN;ON, KAN. Mrs. Myrtle Newton went to Kansas City Sunday morning to visit her sister, Mrs. Taylor. Mr. Earl Arnold went down to Fort Scott Sunday to visit his sister, Mrs. Georgia Neaves. Mrs. Florence Fine visited Sunday with her niece, Mrs. Daisy Neaves. Mrs. Sarah Fine visited in Fort Scott Sunday with her granddaughter, Mrs. Daisy Neaves. Mrs. Richard Bellamy returned to her home in Kansas City Monday evening. Mrs. Eva White and Mrs. Ella Fine went over to Lutler Friday evening to attend a meeting of the Carnation club. Mr. and Mrs. G. W. Arnold and grandson, Master Roy Neaves, went to La Cygne Saturday afternoon. Mr. G. W. Arnold went to Fort Scott, Saturday. PITTSBURG, KAN. The normal and high school students gave a weinic roast November 2. It was staged on the creek west of the city. Those who enjoyed the fun were Moses Lion Jackson, Mollie Ross, Ollie Mitchews, Christine Henderson, Alpha Franklin, Bertha Williams, May Jackson, Lacy Clark, Regina Walker, Mabel Cole, Marie Terry of Fort Scott; Mrs. Willis, Mrs. Eckton, Mr. Ray Jackson, Mr. Arthur Fox, Mr. Elwood Williamson, Mr. Thomas Early, Mr. Clvde Cole, Mr. Albert Crouch Mr. David Logan. Miss M. Marie Terry was the guest of Miss Bertha Williams for the week-end. Mr. Vernon Kynard of Fort Scott was in this city so visit Miss Adyn Gyles before going to Ft. Sill, Oklahoma. The normal and high school girls have organized a club called the "So Different Club," for the purpose of sending boys to soldier boys and to teach girls to knit who do not already know how. Mrs. Mary Benford entertained the Indies Aid of the A. M. B. church at her home on East Tenth street last week. The normal and high school girls staged a "district school" at the A. M. B. church last week. They wereably supported by normal and high school boys. It was a success financially and socially. The A. M. B. church has organized a literary society composed of high school and normal school programs will be tendered Friday night. Mrs. Bouldin, Pres. Miss Alexander, mother of M Turner Alexander, is quite ill, having undergone an operation. Miss Beetha Williams was on the sick list last week and went to her home. She returned last Sunday feeling much better and was able to commence her teaching. Prof. and Mrs. A. N Wright were visitors of schools in Joplin during the week of the teachers' meeting in Tampa. Miss Ruth Caldwell will entertain a large number of young people at a home Tuesday night in honor of her birthday. Mr Bent Creel, son of Mrs Hone-Line on West Park street, was buried Sunday afternoon. He was brought home from Camp Funston several days ago in a serious condition, from which he never recovered. Miss Mamie Cole was in this city November 17 from John's visiting room brother Mr. Percy Cole, on West Eleventh street. Miss Bentice Dismukes returned incidently from Kansas City, where she has been visiting. Monks Visitors band gave a concert Friday night at Progressive Hall, where concert was a success financially and socially. The band, which is a union band local No. 708, is to give a concert at Chetana, Kan., Thanksgiving night. They have been invited to Chetana by the prominent citizens of that city. They recently gave a concert in Coffeyville, Kan., where it was with a success that other cities are asking them for concerts. Not long ago this land joined the American Delegation of Musicians with fifteen charter members, and now has two-tribute members. The State Manual Training Normal School has organized a school band for the purpose of having music all athletic events. There are about twenty members, Mr. Arthur New and Mrs. David Lovan, the only trained boys in the school, were elected to the offices of president andarian respectively. Mr. Fox plays melaphone and Mr. Logan trombone. ROLAND HAYES THE GREATEST TENOR ...OF THE RACE... IN CONVENTION HALL, Kansas City, Mo., Friday, Dec. 7 For the benefit of a Recreation Fund for Negro Soldiers at Comp Funston ure Reviews 0.00 PRIZE CON the individuals recurring the nighest m y February 1,1918. Life Is the only magazine people of color. . 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