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The Topeka Plaindealer The Present Fuel Famine and a Reduction in Work Hours Makes The Plaindealer a Tardy Visitor to Your Home "HOPES TO BE LED TO A RIGHT CONCLUSION" President Wilson Using Care in Reviewing Sentence of Death Passed on Colored Soldiers. Twentleth Year. No. 4. "HOPES TO BE LED A RIG President Wilson Us viewing Sentence sed on Colore United States Senate Washington, D. C., Jan. 18 My Dear Mr. Chiles-Upon receipt of your letter asking that you be furnished with a copy of the findings of the general court martial in the case of the thirteen members of the 24th United States Infantry, I presented your request to the President and regret to inform you that I am advised that "the President does not think it will contribute to the settlement of the case to comply with your request." I am also advised by him, in answer to a request made by Mr. Anthony and me, that he commute the sentence of the five members of the 24th Infantry, that he will give our request "very serious consideration," and the President further expresses the hope "that he may be led to a right conclusion." I regret very much that the President does not feel that he would be justified in giving you the copy of the findings. Very truly yours, CHARLES CURTIS. SEES DISASTER IN SUFFRAGE Tennessee Judge Says Negroes Would Dominate the South (From the New Orleans Times.Picayune.) Declaring the adoption of the Susan B. Anthony suffrage amendment to the Constitution of the United States threatens, political social and economic disaster to the South, John Allison, chancellor, Nashville, Tenn., has made the following public statement: "If the amendment becomes a law, the twelve Southern states, holding over 80 per cent of the colored population of the country, must confront Negro domination and the loss of representation in Congress and in the electoral college. "The adoption of the Susan B. Anthony amendment would prepare the way for the Polindexter amendment for the enforcement of the Fourteenth Amendment as amended. "The proposed Polindexter amendment to the Fourteenth Amendment, by basing the state's representation in Congress and in the electoral college on voting population, would supply the Northern states with sufficient motive for adopting compulsory voting laws. "The sober judgment of this country, No. ... and South, is against woman suffrage, but it is unorganized, while the suffragists are organized and aggressive and rely upon threats to sway political parties and members of Congress and of the legislatures from the path of conviction." GARNER BALKS AT "SOCIAL EQUILITY" Negroes and Whites Said to be Mixed at Hospital. Washington, Jan. 11.—Protest against seeming efforts to establish social equality against white and black soldiers in the National Army are reaching Washington. Strong appeals from camps in Texas have reached Congressman Garner and he is arranging to take the matter up with the war department. Notice that Negro soldiers are to enter the officers' training camp at San Antonio has brought further protest against the fever to properly segregate the race in Southern army camps. Congressman Garner said Friday that it has been reported to him from reliable sources that Negroes and white soldiers are mixed indiscriminately in the same hospital wards in Texas camps and that consolescient soldiers eat at the hospital tables with Negro soldiers. Garner said; "I have been in complete sympathy with all that has been done toward raising an army and with the administration's management of difficult problems, but I can see no reason for attempting to set up and enforce social equality between the white and black races in the army training camps. I am going to take the matter up with the war department, and unless something is done speedily to relieve the situation I am going to raise a rumpus, and I think the people of Texas know what that word means." SALUTE TENDS TO DISCIPLINE. Teaches Soldiers to be Alert and Know Who Approaches. (From the Columbus (O.) Dispatch) A military authority puts a new interpretation upon the salute; at least he gives a version of its use, that we had not before heard, and one which sounds reasonable. The gentleman says the military salute—where soldiers are expected to salute their officers—is a disciplinary measure; that it teaches the soluton. The Present Fuel F diers to be alert; to pay close attention to every person who approaches him or passes him—to ascertain at a glance to what rank or branch of the service the person belongs. If a soldier is so careless as not to make note of the person who approaches, while in camp, he is pretty apt to pay the same small attention to it in the field, where fail to take note of every person may prove fatal. So the officer knows that the private soldier who at once recognizes his rank, and salutes, is a wideawake soldier who can be depended upon. There has been a little trouble in some of the camps because the white soldiers refused to salute Negro officers, but the soldiers are coming to a better understanding of the nature of the salute. Old General Castleman of Louisville, an aristocrat of aristocrats, a Southerner of deep prejudice and a warrior with a reputation back of him, recently gave out a statement for the benefit of the white soldiers at Camp Zachary Taylor. He said he himself would salute any man who approached him wearing the badge of a higher rank than he held; that he saluted the rank, or insignia of office, and not the individual who happened to be on the inside of the uniform. In other words, he saluted the captain, or the bars that stand for captain, and not necessarily the Negro man who wore them. The Negro officers have caused little trouble because of the refusal of white soldiers to salute them. When such has been the case they have gone straight ahead, not observing the lack of respect that was shown their rank. In one or two instances Negro officers have called the soldiers to task, and trouble has followed, but for the most part the Negro officers have shown great discretion in not resenting a thing that really should have been done, but which did not reflect upon them individually. AN OPEN LETTER. Officers and Members Florida State Teachers Associatoln, Recently Assembled at Daytona, Fla.. Dear Friends—As I wrote you on the eve of my departure to attend the midwinter conference of the N. A. A. C. P., at New York, I wish to say again that I regret very much that I was unable to attend this year's session of the State Teachers' association. Before deciding on going to New York, however, I wrote our president, Dean J. C. White of Tallahassee, telling him of that meeting. He felt that Florida ought to be represented there, and told me if I would send on my number of the program, someone else could read it for me. This I did. Imagine my surprise and pleasure on learning that even in my absence I had been honored by the association by being elected its president. To have been elected president, if in attendance at the meeting, would have been an honor of which anyone might have been justly proud, but to have received such a signal honor in one's absence makes the action all the more remarkable. I, therefore, wish to take this means of publicly expressing my thanks and appreciation. If I knew the addresses of all I would mail each a letter, but since I do not know I employ this method and trust that it will serve the purpose. In expressing my thanks, I also wish to promise to do my best in fulfilling the obligations that such an honor entails. Praying that the coming session will be no less interesting and helpful than the last very excellent one you had, and trusting that the year's work will be for each of you all that you hope, I am, faithfully yours. NEVADA, MO. Married Twenty Years. Mr. and Mrs. Henry Johnson celebrated their twentieth wedding anniversary at their cozy home on South Oak street Sunday. The interior of the home was tastily decorated for the occasion and the affair was the most notable of any event among the colored people of the city for a long time. Hours were from 9 a. m. to 5 p. m. and all during that time the friends of the couple were calling, many white people being among those coming to offer congratulations. Several guests were present from other cities and the occasion was, altogether enjoyable. Many beautiful presents were received, as follows: Mr. and Mr. Alexander, 6 hand painted plates; Mrs. Hailie Pryor and slater, 6 hand painted plates; Mrs. Francis Crisp and Harley Davis, china plate; Mr. and Mrs. Marlon Dale, hand painted celery set; Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Thornton, bonbon dish, cup and saucer; TOPEKA, KANSAS, FRIDAY MORNING JANUARY 25, 1918. Mr. Chas, Johnson, pickle dish; Hattle Nelson and daughter, china plate; Miss Cora Hooker, hand painted toilet set; Mr. and Mrs. J. L. Blake, chocolate set; Miss Frances Waltz, hand painted olive dish; Alberta Thornton, hand painted bonbon dish; James Edwards, hand painted pin tray; Mr. and Mrs. Ben Lindley, hand painted sugar and cream pitchers; Mrs. Martha Estell, hand painted powder box; Mr. and Mrs. Nelson Sweets, hand painted hair receiver; Mr. and Mrs. James Henderson, hand painted plate; Miss Leola Henderson, hand painted plate; Miss Dollie Henderson, hand painted plate. Out of town friends from Fort Scott, Kan.: Mr. and Mrs. D. C. Bruce, hand painted bonbon dish; Mrs. Jas. Brown, Mrs. B. F. Miller, Mr. and Mrs. S. H. Beatty, Dr. and Mrs. McLemore, Miss Willa Bedford, half dozen cups and saucers, 1 dozen hand painted plates, nut set; Dr. and Mrs. Hawkins, hand painted manicure set; Mr. and Mrs. George Hubbard, Chanute, Kan., hand painted mustard set; Mr. and Mrs. Arch Monroe, Wichita, Kan., hand painted nut set; Mr. and Mrs. N. E. Letcher, Wichita, Kan., 2 hand painted plates; Mr. and Mrs. O. M. O'Dell, Kansas City, hand painted plate; J. W. Blanton, Kansas City, Mo., half dozen plates; Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Delong, Pomona, Mo., hand painted plate; Mrs. L. L. Hampton, Honolulu, H. I., hand painted dish and basket; Miss Sherley Good enough, hand painted bonbon dish; Mr. and Mrs. J. L. Hider, hand painted salad bowl; Mr. Earl Stump, hand painted salad bowl; W. J. Cor coran and family, fancy hand painted vase; W. P. Abell and daughter, mustard set, hand painted; Miss Ella Kling, hand painted pitcher; E. B. Parrish, hand painted pitcher; Mr. and Mrs. Monroe Watson, hand painted vase; W. E. Woodfill, hand painted bonbon dish; Mr. and Mrs. H. E. Errett, cake basket; O. F. and F. E. Woodfill, silver ladle; W. J. Wainscott and wife, Mrs. Ed J. and Mrs. E. Clark, Miss Kate Wight, Mrs. Anna Williams, a fancy rock- ing chair; Mr. and Mrs. Ed Kerns, Mound City, Mo., cut glass set; Mr. and Mrs. James Crook, a hand painted plate; E. B. Todd, $3 cash; Hunter brothers and mother, electric brass lamp for table. EDWARDSVILLE, KAN. Mr. Melvin Jones of Kansas City visited his mother, Mrs. Lucinda Jones, Wednesday of last week. Mr. W. L. Jordan is in the city this week. Miss Gertrude Hersey has returned to her home in Kansas City. Mr. Dewey Groves, Mr. Oscar Francis and Mr. Leonard Dennett were in Kansas City Sunday. William Shannon shopped in Bonner Springs Saturday evening. Mr. William Shephard of Kansas City visited his cousin, Mr. William Blankenbaker, Sunday. Services were held at the Plensant Hill Baptist church Sunday. Mrs. Rebecca Hodges and Mrs. Alice Groves visited friends in Kansas City Sunday evening. Anyone wishing to subscribe for the Plaindealer, call at the home of Mrs. Ophela Shannon, Agent. COFFEYVILLE, KAN. Mrs. W. F. King of Pittsburgh spent Saturday and Sunday the guest of Mrs. O. R. Halley. The Ladies' Aid Society of Bethel A. M. L. church met at the home of Mrs. W. A. Carter last Friday. Mrs. A. R. Ferebee is on the sick list. W. L. Love's grocery store was burned to the ground on the 15th. It was quite a loss for these hard times. Little Oderine Mayberry is ill with croup. The funeral services of Mrs. Ernestine Wright, daughter of Rev. and Mrs. P. D. Skinner, were held at Sardis Baptist church last Tuesday afternoon. Mrs. Wright died of tuberculosis. She leaves a husband and one son, mother, father, one brother, Mr. Claud Skinner, and two sisters, Miss Cleo and Mrs. James Buckner, to mourn her death. Dr. A. R. Ferebee made a business trip to Bartlesville last Friday. Rev. William H. Davidson, P. E. of the Muskogee district of the C. M. E. church and founder and former pastor of the C. M. E. church at Coffeyville, died last Saturday morning at his home, of bronchitis. He was 59 years of age and leaves a wife, two sisters who reide here, and one aged brother, Joe Davidson of Hutchinson. He was buried at Leavenworth, Kan. Dr. R. S. Whittaker returned last Sunday from Chicago, having been there three weeks in attendance at the clinics of Drs. Ochner and Perry at St. Mary's hospital. Mr. George Lester died suddenly Friday morning at his home, 711 E. Tenth street. The nature of his illness has not been determined, but death appears to have been due to a congestive chill and apoplexy. He died before a doctor could reach the home. Mr. Lester was 37 years of age and leaves a family. He owned a tailor shop on West Eleventh street. Miss Grazia Corneal of Springfield, Mo., the violinist, entertained a large audience at the high school auditorium last Friday night. Her music was highly appreciated. CARTHAGE, MO. Prof. N. T. Greene, from Greencfield, Mo., was in our city last week to attend the funeral of Mrs. Tom Hlogan. Mrs. Cora Tinnon is improving in health. Rev. and Mrs. H. T. Reeves are the proud parents of a baby girl, born on the 5th. Mr. and Mrs. James Branley have returned to their home in Tulsa, Ok., after spending two weeks visiting with Mr. and Mrs. Wm. McPhail, Mr. Branley is quite an enterprising man, having invented a coal digging machine. Miss Edith Moore has returned from Kansas City, Mo. Mr. Jas. Scott is suffering from rheumatism. Sunday was change-pulpit day for the ministers of the alliance of this district. Rev. Bell and Rev. J. D. Halley of the A. M. E. and Baptist churches of Joplin filled the pulpits of the Second Baptist church and M. E. church of this city, and Rev. Reeves and Rev. Leonard of this city preached at the M. E. church and Shiloh Baptist church at Joplin. ASSISTANCE FOR THE CONVICTED SOLDIERS The Plaindealer Will Donate Twenty-Five Per Cent of all Subscriptions. To Our Many Subscribers Who Are Indebted to the Plaindealer: We wish to call your attention to the fact that we are in need of money and are now making a campaign which is one of the greatest efforts of our life—to secure either a new hearing or court proceedings that will give the men who are incarcerated in the federal prison for participating in the Houston riot a fair trial. This will cost some money and we have decided to set aside 25 per cent of all subscription money paid us by our subscribers to employ proper attorneys to attend to this case. We are sacrificing lots of time and money in defense of our race and it is no more than right that our colored subscribers should get busy and assist us in what we are undertaking. Not only are we doing this, but we are calling the attention of the administration to some of the wrong-doings that are being perpetrated upon our colored soldiers who are now in the draft service, such as failure to provide trained nurses of our race, failure to promote our officers, lack of colored doctors in the medical training camps. In fact, we want our race fairly represented where they are competent. There is no use beating around the bush—something has to be done, and as the Plaindealer has been the mouthpiece of the race for a number of years at a great loss and sacrifice of money, at this time our subscribers should not have to be begged and canned to pay their back subscriptions, nor should it be necessary that those who are not readers of the paper be coaxed to subscribe—they should volunteer in this matter. NICK CHILES, Editor. LEAVENWORTH, KAN. Mr. and Mrs. George Harrison are the proud parents of a baby boy, born January 6. Mrs. Joseph Henderson is ill at her home on Shawnee street The infant son of Mr. and Mrs. John Blanton died Thursday. Mrs. Ida Thompson, who has been ill for several weeks, is still unable to be out. Miss Harriet Walton of Kansas City, Mo., spent the week visiting her mother, Mrs. A. H. Walton. Mr. Albert Walton met with a painful accident Sunday when he overturned a pan of scalding water onto his foot. Mrs. Anna Smith of Kansas City, Mo., attended the funeral of Mrs. Kate Phillips, who died last week in St. Joseph, Mo. Mr. Nick Chiles spent Thursday evening in the city and left Friday morning for Kansas City. He authorized Mrs. Delliah Hamilton to act as agent and correspondent for the Plaindealer. Mrs. Lillian Pace has returned to Topeka after visiting relatives and friends. MOTOR DRIVER KILLS NEGRO Kansas City.—Robert Lee Bailey, 45 years old, 2620 Euclid avenue, a Negro truck farmer, was struck and instantly killed by a motor car driven by J, G. Reaves, 104 Hunter avenue. The accident occurred at Twenty-fourth street and Grand avenue. Witnesses say Bailey stopped from behind another motor car in front of the car driven by Reaves. Reaves was taken to the Ninth street police station and charged with careless driving and was released on his own recognition. Bailey formerly published a newspaper devoted to the interests of Negroes. SPRINGFIELD, MO Miss Cleopatra Young of Kansas City, Mo., spent the Christmas holidays with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. C. M. Young of 1132 Sherman St., and other relatives and friends. Mr. Ellis W. Massey, after spending several months in Oklahoma and Kansas City, is again mingling with homo folks. Mr. May Pike, from Camp Funston, is here on a furious. Sergeant Pike is looking splendid. A very quiet but pretty wedding was solemnized Saturday evening, January 12, at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Lon Vickers, 1228 North Main street, when Miss Marie Vickers became the bride of Mr. Greene of St. Louis, Mo. Rev. W. H. Young of Washington Avenue Baptist church performed the ceremony. Mrs. Thelma Bruce Williams, recently from Colorado, paid her parents and friends a very pleasant visit Mrs. V. B. Hardy and Mrs. E. H. Smith have each in turn entertained the L. H. club. The hours were very profitably and delightfully spent. Next meeting of the club with Mrs. E. B. Lexion. Mrs. M. Hardrick of Dollison Place, on Friday, January 13, very delightfully entertained the Woman's Musical and Literary club. Successful contestants for prize quotations were Meadames Jarrett and Smith, the latter winning by drawing a box of candy. Mrs. P. Thomas assisted Mrs. Hardrick in serving a dainty course menu. The study of Mr. Alfred Tennison is continued. Relatives and friends to learn of the death of Mrs. Sarah Carter, sister of Mr. William Smith. Funeral services were held at the Washington ton Avenue Baptist church, Rev. W. H. Young, pastor. Mrs. Carter and family resided in Kansas City. Rev. Hawkins of Kansas City, her pastor, delivered the ermon, assisted by the Rev. Young. Services were also conducted by the Daughters of the Tabernacle. Beautiful floral designs were received from the children, Kansas City Tabernacle, the local mail carriers, neighbors and Kansas City and neighbors here. She leaves two daughters, three sons, a brother and other relatives and many friends to mourn her death. Mrs. Carter was 64 years of age. WARRENSBURG, MO. Mrs. Jess Mason of Kansas City, Mo., is visiting her parent, Mr. and Mrs. Ahe Warnic. Miss Frances Brown was called to St. Louis Tuesday by the death of her grandmother, Mrs. Smith. She was accompanied by her aunt, Mrs. Chas, Joiner. Mrs. Hardy Edwards passed out last Wednesday morning and was buried Friday. Funeral from Shiloh Baptist church. Miss Almeda Johnson of Kansas City is visiting her parents, Mr. and Mr. Henry Johnson, on Gay street. Mrs. Jane Walters, an aged and highly respected citizen, was found in her dooryard, where she had wandered during the night, badly frozen. She died shortly after being taken indoors. Mrs. Walters lived laone. Mrs. Ada Scott is visiting in Centerview. Miss Myrtle Nelson is at home at the residence of Mrs. Richard Johnson. Mrs. Mattle Roulett is on the sick list. The condition of Ira, infant son of Itev, I. W. Rolen, is much improved, we are glad to note. Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Grant of La Junta, Col., are visiting Mrs. Grant's mother, Mrs. Harriet Berry. Mrs. Berry expects to return with them for an extended visit. JETMORE, KAN. We have been in the grip of wind and snow. The farmers are glad to see the moisture. Mrs. Clara Towns and Mrs. Nathan Woods of Larned, Kan., spent a few days of last week the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Carey Gill. Mrs. G. G. Jones and Mrs. Jas. Grabbb of Gray, Kan., were guests last week of Mr. and Mrs. James Board. Levi and Nelson Bradshaw have moved into Jetmore and are attending the high school. Miss Alta Bradley has resumed her studies at the high school. Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Bradshaw and son were the Sunday guests of Mrs. Mattle Lee. Mr. and Mrs. Willard Bradley and daughter have returned home. Mr. O. L. Board was the dinner guest Sunday of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Douglass. We are proud of the record that our colored students made in their recent examinations at the high school. Mr. and Mrs. James Board informally entertained a few friends in honor of the visitors. MONEY SENT TO WIDOW. Washington, Jan. 20.—Learning that Gertrude Young, widow of Riseley Young, one of the thirteen colored soldiers recently executed at Ft Sam Houston, Texas, was ill and greatly in need of clothing and funds, the National Colored Soldiers' Comfort Committee, from its headquarters in this city, rushed her funds for her immediate wants. Price $1.50 Per Year WILL JUSTICE BE DONE? Manly White Man Speaks Plainly to His People. (T. A. McNeal in Farmers' Mail and Breeze.) It is pretty generally acknowledged that on the whole the Negroes of the United States have responded more universally and cheerfully to the call of the government than the white men. When called under the selective draft they have rarely asked for exemptions, and the word comes from the training camps that they are making excellent progress as soldiers. What is the government going to do for these men when the war is over? What course is to be taken toward the race as a whole? Are the Negroes of this country still to be discriminated against in every possible way as they have been discriminated against in the past? Are they still to be deprived of their rights supposed to be guaranteed them under the constitution? Are they to be mobbed on the slightest provocation and deprived of the protection of the law? Are they to be robbed of their labor and kept in a condition of peonage as they have been in many parts of the United States? The obligations of the government to the citizen and of the citizen to the government are reciprocal. The citizen is under obligations to defend his government only so long as that government affords him and his protection and justice so far as that is possible. If the government fails to give to the ten million Negroes in this country the same protection it gives to all other citizens the obligation of loyalty on the part of these citizens ceases. The treatment of the Negro race by the whites of this country makes one of the most shameful pages in our history. And now several hundred thousand of the young Negroes are being called to the colors. They are asked to go to training camps, to risk their lives in defense of the government which has never afforded them the protection and the civil and political rights to which they were entitled. They are going uncompromisingly and willingly, and all they ask is fair treatment under the law. Will they get it? I should like to be able to say yes, without hesitation, but my confidence in the fairness and justice of the white people of this country is not quite so strong and abiding as it used to be. CHANUTE, KAN. Mrs. A. Gates returned to Kansas City last Saturday after spending the holidays with relatives and friends. Naomi Campbell was indisposed a few days last week. Preston Smith is running on the road between Kansas City and Chanute. Henry Bradley spent Sunday in Iola. Mrs. Grubbs and granddaughter of Iola spent Sunday in the city. The severe cold weather is hanging on and the churches are short of fuel every Sunday. Homer Johnson left Tuesday for Florida to spend the remainder of the winter. Jackson Kouns was in Topeka Friday and Saturday. Mrs. N. H. Campbell is spending a few days in Iola with her mother, Mrs. Burges. Miss Magnolia Easley died in Junction City last Wednesday and the remains were brought here for burial. The deceased was well liked by all. Rev. Smith of the A. M. E. church preached the funeral sermon. Miss Easley was 26 years old. Floyd Watkins was in Emporia last week. The band has purchased a large quantity of new music, composed of popular and patriotic airs and by spring the boys will entertain everybody. Prof. Payne is the director. There will be a dance at the K. of P. hall next Friday night. Misses Fern Williams and Opal Garland spent Sunday in the city. Mr. William Johnson died last Saturday morning at 4 o'clock after being ill several weeks with pneumonia. The services were held at the C. M. I. church. He was a member of the Knights of Pythias. The deceased leaves a wife and daughter, mother, two brothers, and a host of friends to mourn his death. Mr. Wm. Garner spent Sunday in Iola. A number of young men were put in class 1. Mrs. Amanda Clark is able to be out again after having an attack of pneumonia. Miss Addle Watson returned to her home in Iola after a two weeks' visit with friends. Miss Georgia Foster of Kansas City spent two weeks visiting her mother, Mr. J. B. Odair, and other relatives. Miss Blanche Johnson is improving slowly after an illness of six week. Mr. Arthur Gates is in the city visiting her sisters, Mrs. W. H. Newton and Mrs. Henry Taylor. Mr. Alphonso Douglas sold a hog weighing $20 pounds which brought him $81.13. Two Year ..... $1.50 Six Months ..... 1.00 Three Months ..... .80 Entered at the Postoffice at Topoka, Kan., on Second Class Mail matter. The Plaindaleer, 1129 Kansas Avenue, Topoka, Kauai. Money sent by Express. Postoffice Money Oder or Registered Letter on our risk; otherwise at the risk of the sender. When the attention of The Plaindaleer is called to any misstatement of facts in the column, or to any error concerning any man or thing, correction will cheer- fully be made. Unsigned communications, except from our regular correspondents, will not be published. EDITOR'S NOTES. Mrs. Mary Davis gave a surprise party in honor of Mrs. Annis Garrett at her home, 1321 Highland, Kansas City, Mo., last week, the occasion being the birthday of Mrs. Garrett. A few friends of each family were present and all had an enjoyable time. Miss Herninia Clay, who is a highly accomplished little miss in both instrumental and vocal music, furnished the amusement for the evening. She had the guests performing tricks, and much fun was enjoyed at their expense. An elegant repast was served, the main feature of which was a fine cake adorned with ten candles set in carriage holders. Mrs. Davis is one of the finest caterers of the West. Those present say it is a mystery what the ten candles represented and suppose it is a secret between Mesdames Davis and Garrett. Mr. Chas. D. Ise, ex-county attorney of Montgomery county, located at Coffeyville, was a pleasant caller at the Plaindealer one day last week. We are always proud to welcome men like Mr. Ise, as he is one white man who carries no prejudice. We are proud to note the fact that Rev. B. R. Guy, 1647 Front street, San Diego, Cal., and wife are doing fine on the coast. They are great admirers of the Plaindealer. Mr. Jas. A. B. Cone, Third and Klowa, Leavenworth, is doing fine in the restaurant business. He also has a barber shop and pool hall. Mrs. Della C. Hamilton, 720 North Third street, Leavenworth, is our agent and correspondent for that city. Mr. A. R. Merritt, 913 Washington boulevard, Kansas City, Kan., is one of our most enthusiastic subscribers. He is now employed at the Milwaukee railway yards, Kansas City. Our friend H. E. McNeal, who has been a porter on the Santa Fe for a number of years, is one of the best men on the road. He attends strictly to business, and had he been a white man would have been promoted to conductor long ago. We are sorry this race prejudice continues to exist. ELWOOD, KAN. Mr. and Mrs. James Bolts are now the parents of a daughter, born Wednesday, January 16. Mrs. Alveria Gatton has returned from Horton, Kun., where she spent a week on account of the sickness of her mother. Mrs. Amanda Hughes is now on the sick list. Mrs. Forbis entertained at dinner Sunday for Mrs. Hughes and Mr. and Mrs. J. Peairy. Mr. Henderson and Rev. Miller spent last Friday, Jan. 18, in Wa-thema with relatives. Mrs. Nelson entertained last Thursday night for her club. Mrs. Nelson will entertain Tuesday evening in honor of Mr. Morton King of New Mexico, who is now here visiting his cousin, Mr. S. Henderson. Miss Scott entertained company from Hiawatha, Kan. Mr. and Mrs. Henry Bolcher are now quarantined on account of smallpox. Mrs. Bert Davis and sister, Miss Clark of Wathena, Kan., have returned from a week's visit to Topeka with their brother, Mr. Robt Clark. Mr. Burt Davls is on the sick list Miss Rachel Jones is seriously ill at her home on West D Miss Tolle Pope is rapidly improving We hope to see her out room. Mrs Irene Rogers and little son of Cherryvale are here visiting her parents, Rev and Mrs. J W Goodall. Rev Prince of Pueblo, Col., who has been conducting a revival for three weeks, returned to his home Tuesday morning. Dr. Prince is a very learned man, and is not only a good preacher, but a poet. Mrs. Dva Jones is indisposed this week. Miss Beatrice Plummer and Miss Bessle Bill have returned home after a pleasant visit in Kansas City and Lawrence. Mr. and Mrs. Will Snowden are the proud parents of a baby boy Mrs. Martha Palmer, a devout Christian mother, died at her home Wednesday morning. Her funeral was held Friday from St. John C. M. E. church, at which Rev. A. D. Wilson of Paxico officiated. She leaves to mourn her death a devoted daughter. Mrs. Lillian Williams, and ```markdown ``` Born, to:Mr. and Mrs. Dave Wilson. a daughter. The Imperial Art Club met at the home of Mrs. Frank Harris, 506 B. Main. The evening was spent in discussing their intention of doing more Red Cross work in various ways. After all business was transacted a delicious two course luncheon was served. They adjourned to meet with Mrs. M. L. Jones. Mrs. J. Berry and her sister, Mrs. M. Wilson, of Des Moines, Ia., arrived in the city. Sunday to be at the bedside of their mother, Mrs. Margaret Davidson. Mr. and Mrs. B. M. Crowe had as their dinner guests Wednesday, in honor of Rev. W. H. Prince, Rev. J. E. Allen, Rev. and Mrs. J. W. Goodall, Rev. and Mrs. H. M. Collins, Rev. C. O. Smith, Rev. and Mrs. J. C. Rogers. Mrs. Rosa Butler, who has been visiting in Arkansas City for several weeks, returned home Tuesday and reports having had a fine visit. CHERRYVALE, KAN. Rev. Charley Teal of Independence preached a soul stirring sermon Sunday afternoon at the Baptist church. Mrs. French of Independence was visiting here Sunday. Miss Joe Willie visited in Independence Sunday. Mrs. Allen Jones and daughters, Naomi, Pauline and Lucile, spent Thursday in Independence. Mr. Ernest Jones spent Sunday in Cherryvale visiting relatives. Mrs. Cooper, who has been on the sick list for some time is reported about the same. Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Totner are the parents of a baby boy. Mr. Edwards of Coffeyville was the guest of Miss Ruby White Sunday. Miss Geraldine Jones spent Friday in Independence. Mr. Archie Cooper, Mr Anderson Wallace and Mr. Persley of Coffeyville were the guests of Miss Geraldine Jones Sunday. CALL FOR U. S. GUARDS. U. S. Army Recruiting Station, 203 East Twelfth St., Kansas City, Mo. January 19, 1918. Instructions have just been received to make a special effort to enlist 1400 men for United States Guards Original enlistment must be between the ages of 21 to 40, inclusive. Requests for waivers for desirable applicants with previous service over 40 years of age, last discharged as private, may be asked for from the Adlutant General's office. (Signed) McCAIN EMPORIA, KAN. Mr. David Stafford, Jr., and Tom Flower of Fort Riley were visitors in our city a few days. Mrs. Margaret Carr passed away last Wednesday evening at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Hattie Anderson. Mr. Joseph Jackson died last Sunday evening at 8 o'clock. Funeral services were held Monday at St. James Baptist church. Mr. Louie West of Camp Funston visited with parents and relatives. Mr. Pete Smith is on the sick list Mr. Harry Odair left for Parsons to take a position with the M K & T. railway. The Smoky Hill District Sunday School Convention will meet in Emporia February 18. Mrs. Pete Tucker is improving after a week's sickness. You will find in this issue a letter from Hon Charles Curtis, which speaks for itself, and we hope that every minister in the country and every praying Christian will get busy and pray that the Lord may direct the President to arrive at a just conclusion in a proper and Christian way to adjust himself to set aside the findings of the court marital at San Antonio, Texas, which sentenced five loyal, brave soldiers to be hanged for participating in the Houston riot. Already thirteen brave soldiers have been sent to eternity and thirty-eight wrongfully incarcerated in prison at Leavenworth and five in the military prison for this same offense, which was nothing more nor less than the defense of their rights as soldier. We would also urge the colored people to write letters and petitions and send telegrams to the President asking that he commute the sentences of these men. If this is done all over the country by the colored people, backed up by a few white friends, we feel their request will be granted. We are doing all we can in this matter to bring about a right and just conclusion, for it is no more than right that the President should commute the sentence of these soldiers and we believe he will do it if the people will get busy TEETH! For First Class Dentistry at the Most Reasonable Prices Consult New York Dentists 107 N. 4th St., MANHATTAN, KAN. The present war, or high cost of living, has not caused us to raise our prices. You can afford to travel miles to patronize us and save money. Arrangements can be made for easy payments. COME AND TALK TEETH WITH US Hours 8 to 6; Sunday 10 to 12 Phone 109 Junk Dealer PAY SHIGHEST CASH PRICES FOR RAGS, METALS, ETC. Bell Phone West 3577 KANSAS CITY —— KANSAS FURS! We need at once for our ex- port trade 100,000 Muskrat, 50,000 Coon, 75,000 Skunk and Opusum, and all other kurs in large quantities. 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Wool Blankets. on sale at.....$8.50 Bedding Rolls.....$7.00 Other Blankets, cotton, pair $1.60 to $6.00 Wool Blankets, pr.....$8.25 to $15 Towels.....15c to 35c State Bank , Kansas the Soldier Boys. all time deposits. business through this ees are delighted to n as to how to Your Earnings LIS, Cashier DREHER s Tailor Officers and Does and Repairing. . . --- FORT RILEY, KANSA? SEEN AND HEARD DURING THE WEEK Best of music and pictures at the Apex. Mr. John H. Palmer of Junction City was a pleasant caller at the Plaindealer office Wednesday evening. Better send The Plaindealer to your friend. One year $1.50. Miss Hazel Harris, who has been quite sick for the past two weeks with tonsilitis, is improving. First night show at the Apex starts at 6 o'clock. Miss Vivian Sims returned last Friday from Washington, D. C., where she spent the holidays as the guest of Miss Frances Carpenter and other friends. She reports a very pleasant time. Mr. J. H. Jones of Warrenburg, Mo., called at this office and paid his subscription. He is a prosperous farmer. He wants to locate on a farm in Kansas. We need him in this state. Mr. Wm. Davis and three children, who have been visiting her sister-in-law, Mrs. Emma Galnes, for the past month, has returned to her home in Chicgo. FOR RENT—A six room house at 900 Western Ave. See Mr. Grissom, 918 Western ave.—Adv. Mr. George W. Jones of this city has been appointed trustee of the Topeka Industrial and Educational Institute to succeed Mr. Coburn. Mrs. John Knott of Omaha, Neb., is visiting her mother, Mrs. Greenway, and friends. Mr. Solomon Johnson, who is engaged in blacksmithing at Lecompton, Kan., was in the city Tuesday on business. He was a pleasant caller at this office and paid his subscription. Mr. Johnson is a graduate of Western University, Quindaro, and is a splendid example of what a young man can do in business. Mrs. Walter Lewis of Bay City, Mich., who was called to the bedside of her mother, Mrs. Crockett, who died on the North Side a few weeks ago, will return home this week accompanied by her two little children and her sister, Miss Frankie Crockett. Mrs. Lulu Forest, who has been living in Chicago, will remain at home and with her sister, Miss Carrie Crockett, will keep house for their father. Remember to see The Flame of the Yukon February 22 at the Apex. WANTED—Two girl waitresses. Write Frank Wilson, care Colored Y. M. C. A., 32nd Division, Camp Funston, Kan.—Adv. Rev. G. D. Olden preached a very interesting sermon and lectured on the conditions in East St. Louis, Sunday, January 13, at the Second Baptist church. Rev. Olden is one of the leading Baptist ministers of this country and it would be well for the race to hear him lecture. He is now residing at East St. Louis. If you want first class poultry, eggs, etc., call on Wm. and J. Johnston, at 1335 East Eighteenth St., Kansas City, Mo.—Adv. Mrs. L. E. Lott of Enid, Okla, was called to San Antonio, Tex., to attend the funeral of her father. The Apex opens under the new schedule at 2 o'clock and closes at 5. Matinees Monday, Wednesday and Thursday at 2, 3 and 4 p. m. Nights on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday, 6, 7 and 8: Saturday, continuous from 2 to 9. Shows on Tuesday and Friday., Matinees, 2 to 3:30, 3:30 to 5. Nights, 6 to 7:30, 7:30 to 9. Dr. Thaddeus P. Martin had the misfortune to break his wrist one day last week while cranking his automobile. Mr. and Mrs. T J. Williams, 738 Garfield avenue, entertained at six o'clock dinner Wednesday, January 16, complimentary to Rev. S. D. J. Watson of Dallas, Texas. Other guests were Rev. and Mrs. F. J. Peck, Mr. and Mrs II I. Monroe and daughter. To Farmers: If you wish to get fair prices for your produce, such as poultry, eggs, etc., write Wm. and J. Johnston, 1335 East Eighteenth St., Kansas City, Mo. 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HAIR GROWERS 25c and 50c. On APPLICATION I WILL COME DIRECTLY to your town to treat Hair or teach the Trade. Thousands are Using Vim and Vigor Hair Promoter. Are You? Get a box today MAIR history, autedating our modern civil tribes devoted much time and energy the lending points in judging the so. For its care and preservation MAIR PROMOTER. order. S Pharmacy PRICE FIFTY CENTS PER BOX. 1301 EAST 18TH STREET. N.Y. MISSOURI. n's Drug Store A complete stock of any Negro Drug to send you anything in the Drug or money back." Our firm is backed order from us by MAIL. We are lightening Combs, Curling Irons, and beautifying the HAIR. ORDER TODAY DEPARTMENT H'S PHARMACY KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI FREE STYLE BOOK HAIR To Colored Women We are the largest manufacturers of Colored Women's Hair. Our latest book showing new styles and hairstyles dealing sent free. Every colored wom man should have one, we sell thou- sands our hair and toilet articles. Bat detection guaranteed or money back. We make the best soft brush STYLE LIGHT, guaranteed. With each comb we give lamp cap FREE. Send money order or stamps. MONEY BACK IF NOT SATISF ACTORY. $12 postpaid. POSTPAID $12 Hair pins, brushes, combs and toilet articles manufacturer's prices. Agent Wanted. Address follows: HUMANIA HAIR COMPANY, 181-187 Park Row, New York C.I. Address Dept. F. end with his wife and other relatives Mrs. Matilda Martin is on the sick list. Mrs. Carl Sharp and children, William and Kelso Elendor, left Monday for Amarillo, Texas, where they will join Mr. Sharp. Mr. Albert Larkin, Sr., left last week for Kentucky to visit relatives and friends. Mr. Ernest Hanks of Manhattan spent the week end with his niece, Miss Myrtle Hanks. Mrs. W P. Greene is still confined to her bed, The City Federation will hold its regular monthly meeting at the club house Friday, Jan. 25. January 31 "The Rosary" will be Thousands are Using Vim and Vigor Hair Promoter. Are You? Get a boxtoday presented in pantomime by a number of ladies under the direction of Mrs. Bigby. Admission 15c. The program is being given for the benefit of the club house. Aunt Sue Hardison, an old citizen who had been living at the club house for the past five weeks, died January 17 and was buried from Mount Olive church on the 19th. The musical given on the 21st for the benefit of the club house, by Miss Jessica Oden, Mr. Malcolm Griffith and the Harmony quartet was a rare musical treat enjoyed by a good audience. Each performer is an artist and those who heard them were well pleased. The management extends thanks to all who in any way helped to make the musical a success. "BUD" BSMITH TO CAMP DODGE. "Mud Town" Boy Transferred to the National Army—Will Receive a Commission Sargeant "Bud" Smith, of the Twenty Fourth Infantry, passed through Topeka Sunday morning en route to Camp Dodge, where he had been transferred to the National Army. He has made good and will now be given a chance to win a commission for himself. Sargeant Smith was reared in "Mud Town," is well known in Topeka, being a son of the late Preston and Cynthia Smith. He was the picture of health and his big, manly form told plainly that he was a trained soldier. We were glad to meet the Sargeant and the ten minutes that we conversed, he inquired abut every one in Topeka. (First published in the Topeka Plainlander January 25, 1918.) In the District Court of Shawnee County, Kansas Dennis P. Hinchey, Plaintiff, No 27,102. William Starrott and J C Wharton, Defendants. NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR REVIVOR. The above named defendants William Starrett and J. C. Wharton, and C. W. Burth, attorney for said Starrett, will each take notice that Bertha Hinchey as administrator of the estate of the aforesaid Dennis P. Hinchey, now deceased, has filed in the above entitled action her motion to revive the judgment therein rendered on or about the 10th day of June, 1915, and that said motion will be heard in the aforesaid court on Saturday, the 23rd day of February, 1918, at 9 o'clock a.m., or as noon thereafter as the same can be reached by the court. They are further notified that affidavits, documentary evidence and other proof will be offered in support of said motion on the hearing thereof. LEU MONROE and C. M. MONROE. Attest: MARY CHAPIN, Clerk District Court, Shawnee Coun- ty, Kansas. Phlaidealer January 25, 1918.) TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN. Notice is hereby given that Robert Bryant, who was convicted in the District Court of Shawnee County, on March 7th, 1914, of murder, first degree, has filed his application for executive clemency, to be heard in the Governor's office, January 30, 1918. (First published in the Topeka Plaindealer January 25, 1918.) In the District Court of Shawnee No. 31422. Harry M. Yates, Defendant. The State of Kansas to Harry M. Yates, Greeting: You are hereby notified that you have been sued in the District Court of Shawnee County, State of Kansas, by the above named plaintiff, for an absolute divorce and dissolution of the marriage entered into by and between yourself and plaintiff on the 9th day of July, 1911, at Topeka, Kansas, and that unless you plead to the said petition by the 8th day of March, 1918, judgment will be rendered against you in accordance with the prayer of said petition. T. D. HUMPHREYS, Attorney for Plaintiff. Attest: MARY D. CHAPIN. (Seal) Clerk. Dudley Atkins, Hardware, Stoves, Tinware, Graniteware, Auto Supplies MANHATTAN AND OGDEN, KANSAS. GEO. C. ALLINGHAM Groceries and Meats Phones 596 597 MANHATTAN, KANSAS. C. R. Hepler, President H. E. Knight, V'President F. B. Forrester, Sec'y.Mg'r. 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Dandruff, Falling Hair, Itching Scalp, etc., have been ing Street Bell Pho ne Indiana Restaur 1243 Wyoming Street The Indiana The Indiana Restaurant is the place to find good, home cooking. The farmers, stock men and working men all eat here. Take 12th street Car from Missouri and Minnesota Avenue from Kansas Here you find the Kansas City information bureau. 7. Passenger Peerless Car for F. G FIELDS, Prop. Passenger Peerless Car for H DS, Prop. Kane 7--Passenger Peerless Car for Hire--7 F. G FIELDS, Prop. Kansas City Mo. PRESIDIO JUBILEE SONGS, PLANTATION MILLOWS. Making that the Earth has produced it attending more attention than the NATIONAL JUBILEE MELLOWS a song book containing the songs and melodies of the "Ante-Bellum" Negra, these songs were origined in the war, and have been processed by artists of the only and American made. They have been collected, and American made, by the NATIONAL BAPSTHIST BOARD, A. H. Bury, D. D., secretary, Bld. Bd. Ave N. Nashville, Tenn. 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Horses, cattle, plants, diamonds, household goods, libraries, typewriters, auctions, carriages, machinery, and to salaried people.—F. S. Thomas, 519 Kansas avenue, Telephone 298. Miss Nannie Walker, one of the city teachers who has been very sick for three weeks, is able to be out again. We trust she will soon be able to return to her school work. Messra. George Robinson, William Ford and Hubert Hayden have gone to Indianapolis, Ind., in the interests of the miners' union. Mr. Virgil Johnson's home caught fire Sunday morning from the flue. The neighbors succeeded in extinguishing it before much harm was done to the house, and before the fire department arrived. Miss Reba Fields, who has been visiting relatives here, has returned to her home in Kansas City. GEO. R. SMITH COLLEGE. Mr. Reuben Hardin is seriously ill with pneumonia. He was taken sick while in the city and was brought over to the college, where he is under the care of Dr. Brooks of the city and Mrs. Watkins, a nurse from the Kansas City hospital. Miss Lenora Savage, because of illness, went to her home at Glasgow, Mo., to remain for a few days. The first semester examination began Wednesday, the 17th, and ended Friday), the 19th. Prof. Cameron Neale gave the lecture to the student body Sunday afternoon. Profs. Stewart and Ward, Misses Reeves and Colston presented the work of their departments to the student body. A number of the young men have received their questionaires and classification cards. Mr. Alberts visited friends here Wednesday. Mr. George Adams and Mrs. Alice Bedell were quietly married last Friday evening at the groom's city home. Miss. Bedell came from Springfield, Mo., accompanied by Mesdames Higgs and Crawford. She is a charming, intelligent, Christian lady. The groom is a prosperous farmer and well liked. We wish for them a prosperous and happy wedded life. They will reside at their farm home a few miles from town. Messrs. J Nero, Armstrong and Bryant are kept busy butchering these days. These men are experts in this line. Mr. P. Hudlin still goes west. Misses Bradford and Alta McCall of Timber Hill attended the Patriotic club Wednesday. Also Messrs. T. and Charles Caldwell. Subscribe for the Plaindealer. It is the best newspaper edited by our people, for our people, and to our people. Meadames W. Higgs, A. Bedell, M. Crawford and son Clifford of Springfield, Mo., came over to visit their brother, Mr. Geo. Adams. Miss Dorothy Williams of Columbus is in the city visiting her relatives, Mr. and Mrs. Dan Coleman. Mr. and Mrs. James Hudson, who visited their brother and wife, Mr. and Mrs. J. Webb of Joplin, a few weeks, have returned home. Mrs. Eddie Morrison and son Philip Engene, left for their home in KINKY HAIR JUSTICE has done for my main. Before I need it, my hair was wet. The queen and now it is if it laceth long, and so soft and silky that I can do it up any way I want to. JANE BAND Don't let some fake Kink Remover fool you. You really can't straighten your hair until it is nice and long. That's what EXELENTO QUININE POMADE does, removes Dandruff, feeds the roots of the hair, and makes it grow long, soft and alike. After using a few times you can till the difference, and after a little while it will be so pretty and long that you can fix it up to suit you. If Exelento don't do as we claim, we will give your money back, 25c by mail on receipt of stamps or coin. AGENTS WANTED EVERYWHERE Written for Particulars OMAJIA TABORIAY ROSTER. Past Arcanum Temple No 1 meets first Thursday night in each month. Sir A. M. Harrold, presiding, Apt. I, The A. than, 10th and Willis Ave. Light of the West Palatium meets second and fourth Tuesday night Sir C. M. Kitchen, P. P., 2014 N. 11th St. Evening Star Temple No 4 meets first and third Monday nights, Sir A. M. Harrold, C. M. Humphrey Temple No. 2 meets second Monday night, jointly with Frenzing bass third Monday night, Sir Wm. Jackson C. M., 2013 Burdette St. A. M. Harrold Temple No. 2 meets second and fourth Thursday nights. Sir J. H. Andrews, C. M., 2412 P. St. South Side. Queen Lizzie Tabernacle No 80 meets first and third Wednesday afternoons of each month. Dir. Gertrude Ashby, M., 2111 Poppleton St. Golden Rhea Tabernacle No. 01 meets first Thursday afternoon and third Thursday night of each month Dir. Lucy Mountress, H. P., 1125 N. 10th St. St. Maria Tabernacle No. 8 meets second Thursday afternoon and fourth Thursday night of each month. Dtr Rachel Harrold, H. P., Apt. 1, The Nathan, courier 8th St and Willis Ave. golden Rule Tabernacle No. 35 meets first and third Thursday afternoons of each month Dtr. Badie Stapleton H. L., 1825 N. 29rd St, North Ridge, second Door. Mira Dickson Tabernacle No. 29 meets first Thursday night of each month Dtr. J. Alice Stewart H. P., 2155 Parker St. Carnation Tent meets first and third Saturday afternoons, Dtr. Jennie Bellers Q. M., 2210 N. 25th St. Mayflower Tent meets second and fourth Saturday afternoons Dtr. Bustle Smith, Q. M., 25th and Lake Bts. Alice Tucker Treat meets first and third Saturday afternoons Dlr. Mary Tucker, Q. M., 314 Railroad Ave, South Elde. Bartlesville, accompanied as far as Parsons by her mother, Mrs. P. H. Bassett. Sir Jesse Thompson, promoter of the Patriotic club, entertained his guests roally last Wednesday evening at the club rooms. The session was peacefully conducted by Commander Ulysses R. Smith. Messrs. Mennifield, Hunter, Bedell and Johnson were in the city Wednesday. Mr. Ulysses R. Smith had for his guests Wednesday Messrs. A. G. Tutt, Carter and Martin, of Joplin. Mrs. Wade Horton is expecting her sisters, Miss Corinne Reede and Mrs. Daisy Culbertson of Tulsa soon. Mr. Harry O'Dair and friends of Parsons visited Mr. Ulysses R. Smith Sunday. Mrs. H. K. Mayhew is doing nicely, and we are glad to learn that she is able to be up. Rev. Holman of St. Paul chapel preached a wonderful sermon. Mrs. James Hudson served a lovely dinner to her guests Sunday. Please send your news to the correspondent. Regrets were received from the Baxter club by Sir Jesse Thompson stating why they could not be present at the Patriotic club meeting Wednesday evening. Misses Luciene Henry and Haidee Pinley of Vinita spent Wednesday in the city. The latter, a talented musician, rendered some excellent music for the club. Misses E. Johnson, B. Anderson and R. Johnson attended the club meeting Wednesday evening. Revs. C. Dailey, Scott and Wilson are conducting a series of revival meetings at the Little Flock church. Rev. Dailey has under conviction a number of candidates, which shows that much spiritual good is being accomplished. Mr. Charles Hunter of Kansas City is here visiting his parents. Mr. and Mrs. Matthew. BETHEL, KAN. We have been having our share of winter for the past two weeks. Many of the old settlers ever that it is the coldest since the winter of 1880 81. Our people were fairly well prepared and there has been no suffering. Mr. George Dunn has been doing jury service the past week. Mr. Wade Scott spent Monday in Kansas City on business. Mr. and Mrs. Al Rodgers have just purchased a new Ford and are the first of our folks in Bethel to own an auto. We hope to see others catch this spirit of progressiveness and fall in line. Among our sick who are convulsing are Mr. Tolliver Thompson, Mr. R. C. Porter, Mrs. Artle Porter, Mrs. Jane Robinson and Mrs. Josle North. Mr. and Mrs. Chas. McLain entertained at dinner Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. George Dunn and family and Mrs. Dennis S. Thompson. Rev. Isaac Locke of Kansas City filled his appointment at the Oak Ridge Baptist church Sunday. The Sunday school was well attended. At night the Lord's Supper was administered. Rev. Locke was the host of Mr. and Mrs. Wade Scott in the afternoon. Many readers of the Plaindealer have been anxious to see the trump dealer restored to its former side. Print paper is high and the expenses incident to the production of newspapers are steadily on the increase. No enterprise can exist today without money. We know that if our readers knew and understood the situation, and the requirements of the newspaper business, they could more fully appreciate the necessity of paying their subscriptions. Do not wait for the agent to look you up, can help the agents by looking them up sometimes. Newspaper agents and correspondents are busy these days, so let us all do our bit and help things along. Good and interesting newspapers can and will be produced just the same as good crops and other things, whenever the money is forthcoming with which to do so. Paper, writers, editors, solicitors and printers must be paid. We hope our friends and readers in Bethel may be able to see this matter from the necessary viewpoint and extend a sympathetic hand accordingly, thus helping along a just and good cause. What think ye of the signs of the PLEASANTON, KAN. The bod) of Mrs. Charity Saulesberry was brought through here Sunday from Joplin to Mound City, for burial. The remains were accompanied by her surviving children. Mr. Scott Martin, who has a position in Topeka, passed through here Tuesday en route to Mound City to visit relatives, returning Thursday. Mrs. Sarah White of Independence arrived Wednesday to visit her, parents, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Fine, and care for her daughter, Miss Cordella St. Clair, who has been ill. Mr. Granville Arnold, who is train potter on the Frisco, is now running from Kansas City to Springfield, Mo. Mrs. Richard Bellamy or Kansas City arrived Friday to visit her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Fine, City Saturday to visit over Sunday. Mrs. Daisy Neaves of Fort Scott came up Saturday evening to visit her grandparents and mother, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Fine, and Mrs. Richard Bellamy of Kansas City. Miss Lizzie Catter, who has been confined to her bed on account of sickness, is able to walk around. THE PATTON HOTEL N. P. PATTON, Prop. Two Blocks South of Union Station —CAFE IN CONNECTION— Meals at All Hours, Phone Douglas 4448. MAJIA, :— NEBRAHA, 1016-16 South Eleventh St. Paine FURNITURE MANHATTAN, KANBAS Quality Uniformily Upward Prices Always Downward Bed Roll and Milita "PORO" ALWAYS IN FORMULA PORO HAIR GEL MADE OF Mrs. Ambrose Mary ST. LOUIS FOR DANDRUFF, FAIL SCALP; GIVING LINES AND ABUNDANCE THIS STYLE OF BOTH A PRICE 50 "PORO" CO ORO" is to the Scar Food is to the ALWAYS IN DEMAND FORMULATED, 1800 PORO HAIR GROWER MADE ONLY BY Mrs. Ambrose Turulo Maume ST. LOUIS, MISSOURI FOR DANDRUFF, FALLING HAIR, ITCHING SCALP; GIVING LIFE, BEAUTY, COLOR AND ABUNDANT GROWTH THIS STYLE OF BOX ADOPTED JUNE 18, 1900 PORO" COLLEGE SEET, Dept. V and-Sawtell Furniture —SPECIALIZE IN— Furniture, Rugs and Draperies Pianos, Piano Players, Victrolas and Records Certakers and Embalmeries WE SOLICIT YOUR PATRONAGE and-Sawtell Furniture Co. Seventh St. JUNCTION CI Military Office Supplies O" is to the Scalp as Food is to the Boby DAYS IN DEMAND FORMULATED, 1800 PORO HAIR GROWER MADE ONLY BY Mrs. Amelia Furubo Malone LOUIS, MISSOURI HANDRUFF, FALLING HAIR, ITCHING GIVING LIFE, BEAUTY, COLOR AND ABUNDANT GROWTH STYLE OF BOX ADOPTED JUNE 18, 1895 PRICE 50 CENTS COLLEGE CO. Dept. V ST. LOUIS, MO. Cawtell Furniture Co. SPECIALIZE IN Rugs and Draperies Piano Players, Phonies and Records Embalmers SOLICIT YOUR PATRONAGE Cawtell Furniture Company JUNCTION CITY, KAN. Bed Roll and Military Office Supplies FORMULATED 1800 199 PORO HAIR GROWER MADE ONLY BY Mrs. Amelia Durubo Malone ST. LOUIS MISSOURI FOR DANDRUFF, FALLING HAIR, ITCHING SCALP; GIVING LIFE, BEAUTY, COLOR AND ABUNDANT GROWTH THIS STYLE OF HAIR ADOPTED JUNE 18 IND PRICE 50 CENTS Durland-Sawtell —SPECIAL Furniture, Rugs Pianos, Pianos Victrolas and Undertakers and WE SOLICIT YOU Durland-Sawtell Fu 117-119 W. Seventh St. The East Indian Durland-Sawtell Furniture Co. —SPECIALIZE IN— Furniture, Rugs and Draperies Pianos, Piano Players, Victrolas and Records Undertakers and Embalmers WE SOLICIT YOUR PATRONAGE Durland-Sawtell Furniture Company 117-119 W. Seventh St. JUNCTION CITY, KAN. Hair soft and s flowers. The b Black Eye-Brow color. Can be u Price Sent If you are bothered with Falling Hair, Dandruff, Itching Scalp, or any Hair Trouble, we want you to try a jar of EAST INDIA HAIR GROWER. 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