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The Topeka Plaindealer In a Short Time the Public Schools will Open. See That Your Children Start in With the Term Twentieth Year. No. 35. Please allow us space in your most valuable paper to say a few words about our worthy pastor, who came to us more than three years ago upon an invitation, and who has served us faithfully to the present date. We must say that Rev. Fagan is an able, energetic gospel preacher and a Christian gentleman, and with his faithful and cultured wife by his side has done a great work, which is a credit to the Baptist cause. Rev. Fagan has been unanimously called to the Metropolitan Baptist Church, Muskogee, Okla., which is a much better field for a man of his ability. We regret very much to give him up; however, it seemed to be the Lord's way; but we pray for him and his loving wife that they may prosper in their new field of labor. Rev. W, H. Buchanon of Bethel A. M. E. Church left Tuesday morning for Wagoner, where he will attend the sunday school convention. Mrs. Fannie L. Stevens of Joplin, Mo., is in the city visiting her mother and friends. Mr. Eddie T. Moore, son of Rev. Noah Moore, has been called to the colors and left Tuesday morning for Kansas City, Mo., where he will entrain for Camp Funston, Kan. Presiding Elder Hubbard passed through the city Tuesday morning en route to Wagoner. Mrs. Elvira M. Rainey and her little sister Hazel P. Moore left Wednesday morning for Wagoner to attend the Sunday school convention which is being held there. Mrs. L. N. Booker is spending a few weeks in Lawrence and other points in Kansas visiting relatives and friends. Rev. Noah W. Moore is a visitor this week at the Sunday school convention in Wagoner. Members of Bethel A, M. E. church Ma'am," at the Lincoln High School auditorium last Monday night. All who saw it say it was good. Mrs. Clara Gray of Muskogee returned to her home last Sunday morning after spending several weeks here taking radium baths. Mr. Moore of Kansas City, Mo., who is an undertaker, spent several days here this week taking radium baths. Miss Katie Buchanan spent several days in Wagoner this week attending the Sunday school convention. Mrs. John West will leave Wednesday morning for Wagoner to attend the Sunday school convention. TILLMAN'S OBITUARY ANGERS SOUTHERNER TILLMAN'S OBITUARY ANGERS SOUTHERNER South Carolina Secretary of State Wants Plaindealer Barred from Mails. We are in receipt of an extract from a South Carolina newspaper in which the Secretary of State complains of our funeral sermon on the life of the late Senator Ben R. Tillman. We are sorry that the Secretary took exceptions to the article, as we thought it no more than right that something be said concerning the life and work of the departed as it has always been a custom that something be said, good or bad, and what we said in reference to the late Senator was true and if the Secretary wants better things said about representatives from South Carolina he had better admonish them to act better and treat all men with respect. As soon as W. Banks Dove and his associates learn that God created black as well as white men and their rights should be respected, then such sermons will not need to be delivered for there will be no such men as Tillman. Tillman was an arch enemy and foe of the colored race and believed that the most degraded, lowest white man in the country was superior to the most upright, Christian colored man. Now the white people of South Carolina ought to wake up and do the right thing by the colored man. Want The Plaindealer Barred From the Mall We are glad Mr. Dove called Postmaster General Burkeon's attention to this matter as that gentleman will no doubt discover that The Plaindealer is rendering yoeman service to this country. There are no slackers among the people of the colored race and the black American is doing his best to put down kaiserism at home as well as in Germany. The Topeka Plaindealer has always stood up for the rights of all the people, white or black—we carry no prejudice but want all men to enjoy equal privileges. Following is the article as printed in the Columbia Record, published at Columbia, South Carolina: EPORTS NEGRO PAPER TO MILITARY NOOKING PAPER TO HEAD OF P. O. DEPARTMENT "Among the score of Columbians receiving a copy of a Negro newspaper, published in Topeka, Kan, by Nick Chiles, said to have enigrated from South Carolina, was the secretary of State, W. Banks Dove, who Wednesday morning directed the attention of the postmaster general, A. S. Burleson, to an article therein, which insulted the memory of Senator Tillman. Mr. Dove Accompanied his copy of the paper with the following letter:" "July 31, 1918. *Hon. A. S. Burleson. Postmaster General, Washington, D. C. "My Dear Sir; I, as well as a number of others of the host of friends and admirers of former Senator B. I. Tillman, who loved and respect his memory because of the services he rendered to South Carolina and the nation, do not care to have such scurrilous publications as the enclosed from a contemptible Negro paper of Topeka, Kan., or elsewhere for that matter, thrust upon us through the United States mail, if such a nuisance and insult can be prevented by the debarring of the same from the mail. I am therefore enclosing the publication referred to, sent as a marked copy, for your attention and for whatever action you are willing and able, under the laws, to take in the matter. "Several hundred copies of the newspaper were received by Columbland. It appears that nearly everybody in official life was temporarily on the mailing list of the Negro newspaper." From Dove's letter he is in full accord with the Tillman idea, and we wish to inform him right here that unless he mends his way, old Ben Tillman's funeral sermon will not be a starter as compared to what The Plaindealer will give him should he happen to shuffle off. Tillman is gone and the world and humanity are better off without him. COUNCIL GROVE, KAN. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Ray, Lida Geralds, and Mildred Mack motored from Dunlap Saturday night to attend the social given by Mrs Thomas Woods. Miss Florence Bridgetts of Junc- Miss Florence Bridgetts of Junction City is visiting in the Grove. Mrs. Clarence Hooker and little daughter Ellen of Ottawa are visiting relatives here. Harry Harden of Topeka is visiting in the Grove. Mrs. Rebecca Peterson of Stillwater Okla. is visiting relatives here. Mrs. Lois Alexander and niece Mrs. Ora Smith went to Dunlap and met Mrs. Win. Ray and motored to Emporia to attend the circus and meet Mrs. Cora McKay of Kansas City, Mo., who came to visit Mrs. Ray. Mrs. Amelia Bailey went to Emporia Sunday and came back Tuesday accompanied by her sister, Miss Kath- crine Ball, and their niece, Edna Chaney. Mrs. Richard Mitchell and son and daughter and Mr. Pettis Means motored to Emporia Monday to attend the circus. A number of folks attended the fishing party given at John Broils place Saturday. Mrs. Cora Kibble and children and Mrs. Peggie Kibble and little daughter stayed over Saturday and Sunday with home folks on Rock Creek. Mrs. Richard Mitchell attended the rally in Dunlap Sunday. Mr. Mitchell, two sons and daughter, and Mr. Robert Harris of Emporia motored to Manhattan Sunday. Mr. Fred Bailey of No Water, Ok, is visiting his slater, Mrs. E. Newlin. Mr. Ed Harness and son Roy and Miss Violet Hooker of Junction motored here Sunday to visit Mrs. E. Newlin. They were accompanied back to Newlin by Mrs. Sarah Hooker Bridgett. Mr. Edward Bailey went to Emporia Sunday to take his little niece Edna Chaney. Harrison Harding, and Jess and Will Settler have gone back to thresh. Mrs. Clarn Williams of Emporia is visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Rice. Mrs. Maud Ray, Mrs. Cora McKay, and Dorothy Taylor motored to Dunlap Wednesday. ABILENE, KAN. Mrs. D. Simpson returned from Mrs. D. Simpson returned from Ellswood, where she had been visiting her daughter, Mrs. G. T. Rainey and husband. Mr. and Mrs. Ed Warder of San Bernardino, Cal, were visiting re- datives here Wednesday and Thursday and departed for their home Thursday morning. Miss Gerlalne Bryant and a number of other young folks of Salina were visiting friends here Sunday. Miss Rosetta Warder returned from Emporia Saturday, where she had been attending the Normal. Miss Warder has now completed her high school course, and also her stenographic course. She will take up a position soon. Mrs. Maud Curtis and children spent a few day in Salina visiting friends. Little Helen Mockling of Manhattan is here visiting her grandma and other relatives. Mrs. A. Redman went to Leavenworth to visit relatives and returned Saturday. Messrs French and Wade were callers here Sunday. Born to Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Gary Sunday Aug. 28 a fine girl. Mother and baby are doing well. Mr. and Mrs. S. Gary and family of the Indian reservation of S. Dakota are visiting their relatives. LENAPAH, OKLA. CLAREMORE, OKLA. TOPEKA, KANSAS, FRIDAY MORNING AUG. 30, 1918 ST. JOHN A. M. E. CHURCH AS IT WILL LOOK WHEN FINISHED. LAY CORNERSTONE FOR SAINT JOHN LAY CORNERSTONE FOR SAINT JOHN The cornerstone of the New Saint John A. M. E. church was laid Sunday afternoon at 3 o'clock by the local Masonic lodges with Grand Master Henry I. Monroe, officiating.. Headed by Jackson's Twenty-third Regimental band the lodges formed at the Masonic Temple, 404 Kansas avenue and the procession which was about two blocks long, marched to Seventh and Topoka avenue, where the ceremonies were held after the ancient rite of that order. The ceremony was witnessed by some eight or nine hundred persons of all creeds, colors and religions. The program of the day started in the morning when Dr. J. B. Adams of Lawrence, delivered the salutatory address. In the afternoon, previous to the laying of the cornerstone, Dr. J. R. Ransom, of Wichita, and a former pastor of St. John, delivered an address on the work of the church and the need of a recreational center for the colored people of the city. His address was timely, practical and full of hope for the future. He reviewed the history of past struggles to erect an edifice which was condemned a few years ago by the fire marshal and had to be torn down. Rev. Ransom said that the people were willing to make the same sacrifice that they did a half century ago to erect a house of worship on that beautiful corner, as was evidenced by the fact that they had earnestly took hold of the task and bearing the burdens without a murmur. He paid a high tribute to the African Methodist church and the citizens of Topeka who had cast aside creeds and isms and responded so nobly to the call of the church with their money. At the close of the remarks by the eloquent Dr. Ransom, Grand Master Henry I. Monroe, placed the cornerstone. The services of the Masonic bodies were beautiful and very impressive. In the center of the cornerstone there were placed three copies of The Topeka Plaindealer, one issue of which contained a picture of Dr. Peck, the pastor and Bishop H. B. Parks and a second copy contained a picture of the Rev. Jos. T. Hill, former pastor of Shiloh Baptist church, of this city and his handsome church at Hot Springs, Ark. Among the other things were a Bible, book of Discipline of the church, picture of the structure, the A. M. B. Review, Proceedings of Masonic Lodge, a local daily newspaper, a list of contributors to the church fund, and a program of the order of service at the laying of the cornerstone. According to the pastor, the Rev. F. Jesse Peck, this church when finished, will be the only institutional church in Topeka. It will have rending rooms, shower baths for men and women, and a special effort will be made to make it a home for visiting soldiers, where all kinds of religious and social features will be furnished them. In addition to this, a nursery will be maintained thru the week, where mothers may leave their children while at work or while shopping. On the main floor there will be a lecture room, 72x54 feet, also a dining room, 36x53 feet, and adjoining this a kitchen and pantry. The library and reading room will be located at the front of the building, while at one side of the lecture room the da) nursery and rest room for women and children will be located. Dr. F. Jesse Peck has been pastor of the church for the past five years. He has been elected president of Western University and will take charge in a few weeks. Dr. Peck succeeded his father, who was pastor of St. John forty years ago. GARDEN CITY, KAN. Rev. Thomas and congregation gave a banquet last Thursday night in honor of the following boys, who left for Camp Funston: V E. Robinson, Leverett Carter, Russell Johnson, Isaiah Clover, Marvin McPherson, and I Arlert Johnson. An enjoyable evening was spent by all. Misses Gunnetta and Nola Brown of Kansas City are visiting their father, Mr. J. H. Prew, and Mrs. Brown. Mrs. Dott Watson and daughter Gloria are returned to their horse in Dod City. Mrs. K C Runyon has returned from Camp Funston, where she engaged in Y, M, C. A. work, Mrs. Runyon was formerly Miss Vernon Carter. Mrs. Life Jones and son Theodore have returned to Lakin. ELLSWORTIL. KAN. Messrs. Eugene Brown, Chaffee Carpenter, Clyde Williams, and Sidney Brown left Saturday afternoon for Camp Funston. Mr. Clarence Grimes entertained the boys who were called to war Wednesday at his home. The boys enjoyed themselves immensely. Mr. and Mrs. Harry Brown entertained the four boys Thursday evening at 8 o'clock dinner. The boys had a splendid time. Miss Etta Mason of Lyons visited with Miss Mary Carpenter for a few days last week. Mrs Lavern Kessee, Pearl Sowell, Stella Brown, and Norine Gaston entertained for the boys Tuesday evening at the home of the Misses Kessee. The house was beautifully decorated in red, white, and blue, and the evening was spent in games and dancing. The out-of-town guests were Miss Elizabeth Williams and Brothers Ward and Wendell of Black Wolf. The guests all spent an enjoyable evening. Messrs. Richard Nelson, Henry Smith, Abe Robinson, and Sol. Williams gave a moonlight picnic Friday evening at Mr. Nelson's farm two miles south of town in honor of the boys. Fried chicken, lemonade, and ice cream was plentiful, besides many other good things to eat, and all had a fine outing. Mrs. Jas. Titus of Junction City is visiting her mother, Mrs. Kessee. Mr. W. L. Gaston returned Monday evening from Army City. Mr. and Mrs. Chris Carpenter entertained at one o'clock dinner in honor of their son Chaffee. The boys all had a splendid time. Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Williams of Black Wolf attended the moonlight picnic Friday. They were accompanied by their family. Mrs. Sidney Brown had a few guests at supper Thursday evening in honor of her husband. All declared Mrs Brown an ideal hostess. Mrs. Wilson of Salina visited with Mrs. Gauss last week. Mrs. L. W. Grimes entertained for Mrs. Wilson Friday evening. All enjoyed themselves immensely. Mrs. Belle Grimes left Monday morning to visit her daughter, Mrs. Arthur Lewis, in Topeka. Messrs Earl Williams and June Hoagan of Port Raleigh visited relatives and friends here from Friday evening until Sunday morning. Attorney S. E. Bartlett spoke to our boys Saturday in afternoon at the Golden Belt Theatre. His address was a masterpiece of eloquence. Little Salter Mickens of Salina sang: "Keep the Home Fires Burning" in his clear, sweet soprano voice. Prayer was offered and benediction given by Rev. J. G. Gauss of the A. M. E. church. The opera house was well filled, and a large crowd escorted the boys to the station and gave them a hearty farewell. VIAN OKLA Mrs. Mary Brown, who is sick, is reported very low this week. Deacon Clarence Bledsoe and thirteen others of our best prominent boys left the city last week for Camp Dodge, Ia. As we were standing on the street not many days ago we heard a little joke. It was too true to be funny: TELEGRAM. Mr. Kaiser, Germany. We now have 150,000 of the best trained colored soldiers that the world can afford in France, ready for battle. Kaiser's reply: Mr. President, we didn't think you had that many left; we thought you had burnt and lynched them all. So it was a manly act in the president to come out flatfooted condemning mob violence and lawlessness. Since the white man has turned his foes on Germany, and are teaching their children to hate and be prejudiced toward the Germans, it may be that the colord man will get a little rest now. The two days picnic given by the lodges last week, was a very nice affair. With Mr. Emmet Wilson manager, Rev. Geo. McClendon, Muskogee Okla, will start in revival the 2d Sunday in this month. Rev. McClendon is a strong minister of the gospel. Also Rev. Wm. Elliot, pastor First Baptist church, is contemplating pitching battle against sun on the second Sunday in this month. Mr. Charlie Akins, the crawdad man, claims that his business is now on the burn. The drouth has dred up all the water in the sloughs, and ponds. The craw fish has migrated. We are very favorably impressed that the crawdad man will have to change his occupation for a while. Prof. Hall of Kenta, Oklahoma, spent two days in the city last week, the guest of Mr. Ed Russell. ATCHISON KANS. Rev. H. W. King, Presiding Elder, is in the city holding this fourth and last quarter for this conference year, and expresses himself as very much pleased with the year's work. The Utopia Art and Reading Club was very pleasantly entertained at the home of Mrs. P. W. Barnett. Mrs. J. E. Brown of Cheyenne, Wyoming, who is in the city visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Ingram, was guest of honor when Miss Ida Ross entertained with a luncheon Friday, July 9. Covers were laid for seven. A very pleasant and enjoyable evening was spent. Miss Hattle Ingram was in Topeka Sunday to deliver the principal address at the woman's meeting held at St. Johns A. M. E. Church. The church was filled for the occasion, and Miss Ingram reports a very pleasant affair. Miss Hattie L. Ingram, who has not been feeling well, expects to go to Christs hospital in Topeka for a minor operation. Dr. D. L. Stewart will accompany her and perform the operation. The Carnation Art Club went to Kansas City to meet with one of their members, Mrs. Henry Brown. About 37 members enjoyed the trip, which was very pleasant. very pleasant. Miss Allie H. Barnett entertained very plentiful for Mrs. J. E. Brown of Cheyenne, Wyo., who is visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Tho. Ingram. The twenty-eight men who left for Camp Funston Thursday morning were the guests of honor at a reception held in True Eleven Hall. The speakers were Rev. G. B. Billops, Prof. W. E. Gray, and others. Mrs. Roy Harper delighted the audience with a beautiful solo. BETHEL, KAN. A number of friends gave a "storm" party on Mrs. Artie Porter, Thursday evening. Mr. and Mrs. Fred Harris and master Fred Jr. of Kansas City, Mo., were guests at the home of their cousins, Mr. and Mrs. Dennis S. Thompson, Sunday. Mrs. Isaac Drake, of Kansas City, has been the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Dunn. Master Wm. Hamilton Horton Dunn, who has been on the sick list, is some better now. The basket meeting and rally at the Oak Ridge Baptist Church Sunday was a successful affair in every way. Rev. D. B. Jackson of the 8th Street church, Kansas City Kansas, came out in the afternoon, with three truck loads of his members, who contributed liberally to the success of the meeting, spiritually and financially. About $78 000 were realized. The pastor, Rev. Isaac Locke, and the officers desire to thank the many friends for the fine Christian spirit manifested. Mrs. Lucy Lankford of Quindaro was the guest of friends here Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Madison, of Edwardsville, were visitors at the home of Mrs. Roda Spruell Sunday. Rev. David Thomas, and Mr. and Mrs. Henry Combs, of Edwardsville, attended the basket meeting here Sunday. Mr. Ben. Wilson, and Charles Pope of Nearman were shaking hands with old friends here Sunday. Mrs. Silas Williams of Nearman visited her mother, Mrs. Roda Spruell, Friday. Mrs. Hattie Ritchie was shopping in Kansas City, monday. Mr. Jos. Crockett, Sr., of Kansas City, was a guest of Mrs. Lucy Muck WINFIELD KAN. Rev. W. J. Brannon preached in Wichita for Rev. Butler, last Sunday. Mrs. J. W. Thompson, of Wichita came to Winfield last Friday and is the guest of Mr and Mrs. Montgomery. Presiding Elder Terrial held quarterly meeting in Winfield last Sunday. Freedman End Terrial held quarterly meeting in Winfield last Sunday. Mrs. Carrie Franklin and daughter Miss Inez is spending the week in Guthrie, the guest of Mrs. Godfrey, who has been attending Normal at Pittsburg Kansas. The soldier boys were given a good send-off by both white and colored last Thursday. The Winfield band played in the march to the station. The mayor led the parade, and the boys were all looking fine. YALE. KAN. Mr. Dennis Hudson is still on the sick list, but is now improving nicely. Mrs. R. H. Baker is still on the sick list. Miss Corean Howard, of Pittsburg, is here in Yale visiting her friend Miss Gipson. Mr.Ross, of Oklahoma, is in Yale visiting his daughter, Mrs. Caldwell. Mrs. Charlie Crochet has moved back to Yale to their old residence Mrs. Kinchlo, Mrs. Lewis and Mrs. Kidd made a quick trip to Pittsburg, Saturday evening. Mrs. Giles, Mr. Miller, and Mr. Grayson, made a trip to Chrookee Sunday. Mrs. Love has been visiting her mother, Mrs. Baker, and her nephew. Mr. Dennis Hudson is still on the sick list, but is improving nicely. Mr. James Miller, the son of Mr. Lott Miller, who has been shot, is improving nicely. Mrs. John Lewis made a flying trip to Pittsburg, Kansas, Saturday morning. Price $1.50 Per Year Mrs. Millie Gains has been to Girad to visit her son Julius Gains. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Dewberry have been visiting some of their friends in Dunkirk, Kansas. Sunday afternoon Miss Easter Beaton made a trip to Pittsburg Sunday, but has not returned yet. Miss Clara Hicks has returned home to her mother, Mrs. Caldwell. Miss Edith Harvey made a trip to Pittsburg Saturday evening, also Miss Ruby Miller. When you are in Yale call on Mr. Dennis Hudson, he Candy man. ARKANSAS CITY, KAN. Miss Laura Work is home with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Work for a four weeks' vacation. Mrs Antoinette Work Moxley of Los Angeles, Cal., is home with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. W.C. Hailstock. Mrs. Moxley was a delegate to the National Federation held in Denver July 8 to 13. She was also the guest of Mrs. T. H. Patton and her brother F. A. Work for ten days in Colorado Springs. Mrs. Eve Smithers Hart and little daughter Isabelle have returned after a three weeks' visit in Newton, Kan., the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Payne. Mrs. Frances McDougle departed this life July 7th. Funeral services were held from the A. M. E. church, Rev. Williams officiating. Interment took place at Wichita. Mr. and Mrs. Dan Williams entertained with a dinner in honor of Mrs. J. E. Moxley of Los Angeles Friday. Covers were laid for Mrs. J. E. Moxley, Alfonso Bell, Rev. Williams, Rev. P. W. Weaver, Mr. and Mrs. Williams and son. Mr. and Mrs. Frank West entertained with a dinner in honor of Mrs. J. E. Moxley of Los Angeles. Mrs. Lena Lavery Sawners has been visiting relatives and friends, leaving over the Santa Fe. The remainder of her vacation will be spent in the two places. Mr. and Mrs. Clay Williams of Newkirk were host and hostess at dinner Sunday in honor of Mrs. J. E. Moxley of Los Angeles, Cal., and her mother, Mrs. W. C. Hallstock of Ashton, Kan. Mrs. Juunita Martin of Detroit, Mich., is visiting her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. P. B. Andrews. Mrs. Martin was called to the bedside of her mother, Mrs. Dora Hubbard, at Nowata, Okla., who suffered a slight paralytic stroke but is much improved at this writing. Mrs. W. C. Hallstock threshed her wheat last week, the crop yielding 576 bushels. Corn is much in need of rain on the uplands. The Baptist Association will convene here beginning Aug. 13 till the 16th. While in Colorado Mrs. J. E. Moxley was the guest of Mrs. Gee to a picnic at Stratton Park, and the guest of Mrs. C. Bassett to the theater the following eye. RICHMOND, MO Mrs. Anna Jacobs of St. Louis spent two weeks the guest of her mother and friend and left for a visit to her son, Prof. W. E. Jacobs of Kansas City. The A and B companies of Ward Chapel held their rally Sunday and raised $175. The three churches held an outing at St. Cloud last Saturday, and a pleasant day was spent in Nature's garden. The patriotic meeting under the direction of W. M. Jacobs was held in the circuit court room in honor of 22 of our boys who entrained for Camp Punston last Saturday. Songs and speeches by the pastors and Hon. J. L. Farris, after which the boys were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Fleck at the cafe to a patriotic banquet, which was excellent in all its aspects. The boys were for everything that was done for them. This puts our number past fifty here—some over there, others on the way, and some in the camps. But rest assured that each will do his duty. Mrs. J. W. Gordon spent several days visiting her husband, who is pastor of the Second Baptist church. Miss Myrtle Stone of St Joseph is the guest of Miss Hester Pugh. Mrs. May Crews, wife of Mr. Chas. Crews, died suddenly at her home last Saturday night. She leaves a husband and three children to mourn her loss. The community extends sympathy. Mrs. Mollie Price left for an extended visit to her brother, Aaron Hughes in Iowa. Rev. B. R. Monroe occupied the pulpit of the A. M. E. church at Norborne Sunday. A large number motored to Norborne Sunday to the basket meeting. Miss Bertha Miller has returned from an extended visit to her sister. Mrs. Dora Alexander of Kansas City. Mr. Rufus Logan of Kansas City was a visitor here Monday and Tuesday. The great Red Cross drive will be held on the 19th at the Sharp Theatre. WICHITA, KANSAS. The old Reliable Grocery Store now located at 1752 N. Washington will move to the building on the corner of 17th and Wabash about Sept. 15th with a complete line of Groceries of all kinds, Meats, Produce, etc., covering 600 feet of floor space. We invite you to call and see us. We solicit your patronage.-C Nelson, Proprietor. Two Year ..... $1.64 Six Months ..... 1.00 Journe Months ..... .60 Entered at the Postoffice at Topeka, Kan., on Second Class Mail Matter. Address all communications to The Topeka Plaindealer, 1120 Kansas Avenue, Topeka, Kansas. Obey post or Express. Postoffice Money Order or Registered Letter in our risk; otherwise at the risk of the sender. When the attention of The Plaindealer is called to any misstatement of facts in the columns, or to any error concerning any man or thing, correction will cheer- ly be made. Unaligned communications, except from our regular correspondents, will not be published. SENATE CONCURREN T RESOLU- TION No. 15. Do it resolved by the Legislature of the State of Kauasus, two-thirds of the members of each house consulting therein: Section 1. That the following proposition to amend the constitution of the state of Kauasus is hereby submitted to the qualified electors of the state for their rejection or approval: Sec. 2. The Legislature may levy a permanent tax for the use and benefit of the state educational institutions and apportion among and appropriate the same to the several institutions, which levy, apportionment and appropriation shall continue until changed by statute. Nothing herein contained shall prevent such further appropriation by the Legislature as may be deemed necessary from time to time for the needs of said state educational institutions. Sec. 3. This proposition shall be submitted to the electors of this state at the election for representatives in the Legislature in the year 1918. The amendment hereby proposed shall be known on the official ballot by the title "Amendment to the constitution providing for a permanent income for the state educational institutions," and the vote for and against such amendment shall be taken as provided by law. Sec. 4. This resolution shall take effect and be in force from and after its publication in the statute book. Passed the Senate February 26, 1917. Passed the House March 7, 1917. Approved March 10, 1917. I hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and correct copy of original Senate Concurrent Resolution No. 15, now on file in my office. (Seal) Secretary of State. SENATE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION No. 18. A proposition to amend section 1 of article 5 of the constitution of two state of Kansas relative to the right of suffrage. Be it resolved by the Legislature of the State of Kansas, two-thirds of the members elected to each house thereof concurring therein: Section 1. The following proposition to amend the constitution of the state of Kansas is hereby submitted to the qualified electors of the state for their approval or rejection. That section 1 of article 5 of the constitution of the state of Kansas be amended to read as follows: Section 1. Every citizen of the United States of the age of twenty-one years and upwards—who shall have resided in Kansas six months next preceding any election, and in the township or ward in which he or she offers to vote, at least thirty days next preceding such election—shall be deemed a qualified elector. Sec. 2. That this proposition shall be submitted to the electors of the state at the general election in the year 1918 for their approval or rejection. The amendment hereby proposed shall be designated on the ballot by the following title: "The suffrage amendment to the constitution," and shall be voted for or against as provided by law under such title. Sec. 3. That this resolution shall take effect and be in force from and after its publication in the statute book. Passed the Senate February 28, (1917). Passed the House March 8, 1917. Approved March 12, 1917. I hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and correct copy of original Senate Concurrent Resolution No. 18, now on file in my office. J 7, BOTKIN. (Seal) Secretary of State. RICHMOND, MISSOURI Rev G W Gordon spent last week attending the Baptist Convention at Olathe, Kansas. The rally given by the young men of Ward Chapel netted $91 97. The Rev. J. S. Silver, of Norborne, was the speaker. Mrs Pay McGee has returned after a visit in St. Joseph. She was accompanied by her nieces. Mr. Anderson Reeves, of Camden spent a few hours in the city Monday. Rev. J. S Blaine preached for the people of Camden last Sunday at a basket meeting and celebration The great Red Cross drive was launched last Monday under the management of the Rev J S Hulne. A procession was formed at the Flock gate, headed by the Lexington land, uniform park school children, ladies in uniform, men of the committee. After the parade a banquet was served at the Fleck cafe, which was a treat indeed. At the Sharp theatre at 8:30 the program of the day was rendered. Prof. C, C. Hubbard, of Music was furnished by 30 voices under the leadership of Mr. Bodine. Then a Red Cross Chapter was organized with 67 members. The colored citizens did themselves great credit and we will do our bit to help win the war. St. John Chapel has begun extensive repairs on the church. Mrs. Annie Harrison went to Kansas City and accompanied Mrs. Sharp home. Mrs Sharp had been deprived of her eyesight for some time but it has been restored and the people of the community rejoice with her in having her sight restored. The cure was affected at the Bell Memorial Hospital, of Rosedale, Kan. Keystone Lodge No. 73, A. F. and A. M., initiated nine members last Saturday night. Mrs. Ruby Wright is the guest of Mrs. Lewis Smith. A number of young people chaperoned by Miss Riley, motored to Excelsior Springs last week and report a pleasant trip. The correspondent desires to commend and compliment Mr. and Mrs. Fleck for the patriotic manner in which they have assisted in helping our boys in the camps and also those who are "over there." They also deserve credit in the organization of the Red Cross Chapter. Miss Veora Holmes will leave next week for Dalton to attend the Association. Dr. C. W. Combs is enjoying a lucrative practice. WINFIELD, KANSAS. Mr. Tat Hawkins, of Dewey, Okla. is visiting Mr. and Mrs. Thos Cotton and family. Miss Minnie Lue Tucker and Miss Ethel Phillips, of Kansas City, are visiting relatives and friends in the city. Rev. Brown, pastor of the Baptist church will leave for Camp Funston Wednesday, where he will preach two weeks for the soldier boys. Among those who are visiting at Camp Funston are Mrs. Archie Brown. Mrs. Berge Brown. Mrs. C. H. Martin. Misses Gertrude Nichols and Elnora Jamerson. Arkansas City and Winfield will have a big picnic on Labor Day at Peden's park, five miles from Winfield. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Montgomery and daughter, Miss Josie, Mr. J. W. Jackson, Ralph Franklin, Leon Nichols, motored to Arkansas City Thursday to attend the Association. Among those who attended as delegates were: Rev. W. J. Brown, Mrs. G. A. Nichols, C. H. Walton, Mrs. Carrie Franklin and daughter, Miss Inez and Ralph Franklin, Mrs. A Monroo, Mr. and Mrs. F. Montgomery and J. W. Jackson. Miss Inez Franklin was elected corresponding secretary for the Sunday school). ATT Geo. R. Sm SEDALIA,: The Pride of the A Christian School W Surroundings Healthful Firm, Yet Kind. COURSES—Normal, Preparatory, Co Domestic Science and Art, Engl ROOMS steam heated Laboratories Librarian—A New Heating Plan PRIZES AND SCHOLARSHIPS off SILVER ANNIVERSARY NOW ON Service to Nation, Race and SPECIAL COURSES—Negro Histor First Aid in Nursing. Geo. R. Smith College SEDALIA, : MISSOURI. The Pride of the Middle West A Christian School With the Home Touch— Surroundings Healthful, Teachers the Best— Firm. Yet Kind. Domestic Science and Art, Elgin, N. C. ROOMS steam heated Laboratories well equipped; both College and City Museum, Bristol, installed. PRIZES AND SCHOLARSHIPS offered—Athletics for Boys and Girls. SILVER ANNIVERSARY NOW ON—Twenty-five Years of Useful Necessities. Race and Church Terms Reasonable Service to Nation, Race and Church Terms Reasonable. SPECIAL COURSES—Negro History, Sunday School Teacher Training, First Aid in Nursing. Next Session Begins Sept. 17th, 1918 WRITE THE PRESIDENT, ROBT. B. HAYES, Sedelia, Mo. THE SCHOOL FOR YOU—COME. Mme. Alice McClelland Todd ROBT. B. HAYES, Sedelia, Mo. THE SCHOOL FOR YOU-COME. Mme. Alice McClelland Todd A Scalp Specialist. First, grow your own Hair, so that you can tell others how to grow the hair. Mine MCLELLLAND TODD'S Double Strength DANDRUFF CURE is a Martial Arts Discovery - will positively promote the growth of Hair in a very short time, providing it is used according to directions. Dandruff, Falling Hair, Itching Scalp. He have been completely cured by the use of one 250 box of DOUBLE STRENGTH DANDRUFF CURE. After using a few boxes your Hair will become naturally soft and glossy. The MCLELLLANDS STRAIGHTENING OIL has no equal for straightening the Hair. Price 25c cacu. 615 Western Ave. Phone 4259.White Topeka Kansas. SALINA, KAN. Mrs. Ione Aschew of Guthrie is the guest of Mrs. Theodore Haynes on N. 2d Street. Mrs. Mabel Deprist and Miss Lauline Cole have returned from a week's visit at Kansas City, Kan., Topeka, and Lawrence. Miss Ruby Butler, who has been the guest of Miss Geraldine Bryant, has returned to her home in Wichita. The members of the A. M. E. church have been holding their annual fair in the basement of their church and doing splendid work. Misses Butler of Wichita and Bryant of Salma were the guests of Miss Jackson at the Country Club at a one o'clock luncheon Tuesday. Mr. Jewell Brooks, a former young man of this city, but now residing in Portland, Ore., is visiting relatives and friends at this writing. Mr. W. C. Woodley and family, also Mrs. Laurie Greene have returned from a touring trip to several eastern cities. Misses Jackson and Bryant entertained for Miss Butler of Wichita last Thursday evening at the home of the latter on N. 2d Street. An enjoyable time was had, the guests departing at a late hour. Other out-of-town guests were Misses Nichols and Jamison of Winfield. Messrs Harry Tyler of Abilene and Moses Green of this city left early Friday morning for West Virginia, where they will be engaged in construction work for a month. The military girls entertained with a slumber party Friday eve at the home of Miss Bryant on N. 2d Street in honor of Miss Butler of Wichita, who left early Saturday morning. A delicious three course breakfast was served, covers being laid for nine. Miss Gertrude Green is on the sick list at this writing. Miss Ruby Butler of Wichita was the guest of Miss Mary Banks at lunch Wednesday. 333 DIRECTORY 777 Grand Lodge Officers BOW AND BREATH WILSON REV. SIR FRANK WILSON, C. G. M.—1114 Buchanan, Topeka, Kan. SIR A. W. HOPKINS, C. G. S.— 321 Dakota, Leavenworth, Kan. DTR. SARAH FORBE', L. G. R.— 717 C Street, Lincoln, Nebr. DTR. EMMA GAINES C. G. P.— 1184 Buchanan, Topkea, Kan. SIR J. G. BURDETTE, C. G. r:— 431 Fourth Ave, Leavenworth, KA. SUBORDINATE LODGES Tabernacles: Crystal No. 29, Leavenworth, 1st and 3d Tuesdays.-Dtr. Lulu Woods, H. P. 707 Klowa. Dear No. 39, Abilene, 2d and 6th Thursdays—Dir. Mable Baskerville, H. P. Golden Rule No. 35, South Omaha, Nebr., 1st and 3d Thursdays at A. END— Smith College IN MISSOURI. The Middle West with the Home Touch— Teachers the Best— Commercial, Music, English, Elocution, English Bible. Well equipped; both College and City not installed. Athletics for Boys and Girls. Twenty-five Years of Useful Church Terms Reasonable. Sunday School Teacher Training, ES, Sedelia, Mo. FOR YOU—COME. McClelland Todd so that you can tell others how I LAND TODD'S Double Strength Vibrators Discovery - will positively in a very short time, providing it handshuffl, Falling Hair, tethering tely cured by the use of one 250 DANDRUFF CURVE. After using become naturally soft and gloss. HITTENING OIL has no equal for 250 cach. 4259.White Topeka Kansas. ATTEND O. U, W. Temple 25th and M 51s. —Saddle Stapleton, H. P., 5825 b. 23d Street. Golden Sheaf No. 91, Omaha, Nebr.. 1st and 3d Thursday afternoons, Taborian Hall, 24th and Patrick. Dtr. Lulu Rountree, H. P., 1125 N. 9th Street. Marlon No. 20, Fort Scott, 1st and 3d Friday afternoons.—Dtr. A. W. Johnson H. P., 1418 E. Wall St. Reececa No. 11, Kansas City, I. st and 3d Monday afternoons.—Dtr, Pauline Woodfork, H. P., 823 Freeman, Ruth Gleaner, Hutchinson, I. st and 2d Friday.—Dtr, Parthenia Wooten, H. P., 222 E. West. Salina Sunbeam, No. 7, Salina, I. st and 3d Fridays.—Dtr, Sarah Henderson, H. P., 469 N. 12th St. Golden No. 2, Iola, 2d and 4th Saturdays.—Dtr, Addie Williamson, H. P., 906 S. Walnut. Helping Tabor No. 4, Cherryvale, I. st and 3d Thursdays.—Dtr, Mary Holt, H. P., Dtr, Ida Teal, Sec'y. Rebecca No. 8, Coffeyville, I. st and 2d Thursdays.—Dtr, Ada Johnson, H. P., 408 E. 7th St. Wichita No. 34, Wichita, I. st and 2d Thursdays.—Dtr, Rachel Lee, H. P., 415 N. Water. Mt. Hope, No. 3, Wichita, 1st and 3d Fridays at Masonic Hall, 615 N. Main St.—Dtr. Harriet W. Houston, H. P., 1825 N. Mead. Rebecca Ann No. 6, Ottawa, 1st and 3d Fridays.—Dtr. Edna Lewis, H. P., 622 Olive. Covenant No. 38, Welr, 2d and 4th Wednesday.—Dtr. S. A. Kinnell, H. P., Box 41. Western Queen No. 17, Ft. Scott, 1st and 3d Saturday afternoons.—Dtr. Kittle Word, H. P., 321 Burt. America Davis No. 16, Welr, 2d and 4th Mondays.—H. H Adkins, C. M., Box 25. St. Anice No. 92, Lincoln, Nebr., 2d and 4th Fridays.—Dtr. Lulu B Moore, C. P., 2226 O Street. Amella Levels No. 19, Omaha, Nebr., 2d and 4th Thursday afternoons at Taborian Hall.—Dtr. Rachel Harold, H. P., 1540 Willis. Queen of West No. 18, Kansas City, 2d and 3d Wednesdays—Dtr. Jennifer McClelland, C. P., 830 Frecunan, Eautevator No. 37, Atchlson, 1st and 2d Fridays.—Dtr. Dora White, C. P., 1100 Utah Ave. Charity Rose No. 24, Coffeyville, 1st and 3d Wednesdays.—Dtr. M. V. Fritz, H. P., 406 E. 3d St. Peary Rose No. 77, Topeka, 1st and 3d Wednesdays.—Dtr. Ella Fishe; H. P., R. 1—Box 28. Golden Eagle No. 31, Topeka, 1st and 3d Mondays.—Dtr. Nannie Spradley, H. P., R. 1437 Lake. Western Sun No. 2, Topeka, 1st and 3d Fridays.—Dtr. Lulu Delly, H. P. 1013 W. 10th St. Macedonia No. 83, Topeka, 1st and 3d Thursdays.—Dtr. Hester Iuck, H. P., 911 Western, N. Topeka, Clinging Rose No. 27, Topeka, 2d and 4th Friday afternoons.-Dr. Nora Buffington, H. P., 1047 College. Magdalene No. 85, Topeka, 2d and 4th Thurdays...Dtr. Mattle Richardson, H. P., 1416 VanBuren. Deborah No. 39, Abilene, 2d and 4th Thursdays...Dtr. Mable Baskerville, H. P., South Cedar. Temples Marion Dixon No. 21, Newton, 1st and 3d Tuesday nights—Sir John Jackson, C. M., 119 E. 12th St. R. H. Cain No. 3, Atchison, 1st and 3d Friday nights—Jas A. Brown, C. M., 1023 N. 7th Street. Humphrey No. 6, Omaha, Nebr., 2d and 3d Monday at Taborian Hall—Wm. Gordan, C. M., 2120 N. 24th. Evening Star No. 4, Omaha, Nebr., 1st and 3d Monday nights, Taborian Hall, 24th and Patrick, J. W. Lewis, 504 S. 25th avenue. Mount Horeb No. 10, Leavenworth, every Monday night—Jas H. Chavers, C. M., 409, N. 10th St. Silver Leaf No. 15, Salina, 1st and 3d Tuesday—John W. Swisher, C. M., 627 N. 7th St. St. Petris No. 8, Ft. Scott,—T. Ransou, C. M., 102 N. Wilson. Douns No. 24, Kansas City, 2d and 4th Wednesdays,—J. L. Jackson, C. M., 315 Troun. Washington No. 25. Kansas City, every Friday night.—A. F. Wilson, C. M., 940 N. Jersey. Sunny Side No. 63. Topeka, 1st and 3d Wednesdays.—Sir F. M. Harris, R. 28. Jeffersonian No. 60. Topeka, 1st auc 3d Monday.—Sir Chas. Pillow, C. M., 1508 Quincy. St. Luke No. 5. Topeka, 1st and 4th Thursdays.—Sir W. M. Hale, C. M., 625 N. Western Avenue. M., 685 N. Taborian No. 11, Wichita, 1st and 3d Thursday nights.—L. W. Radford, C. M., 1624 Sherwood. A. M. Harrold, S Omaha, Nebr. every Thursday.—Sr J. H., Andrews, C. M., 2714 Grant. Goldengate No. 17, Coffeyville, 1st and 3d Wednesday nights.—N. N. Gilbert, C. M., 616 I. Fourth St. Moses Dixon No. 12, Parram, 1st and 3d Thursdays.—Wm. Williams, C. M., 2201 Corriding. Mt Tabor No. 19, Lawrence, 2d and 4th Mondays.—C. H. Kuntze, C. M., 932 E. 14th Street A H Richardson No. 1, Welr, 1st and 3d Friday nights.—L. W. Stewart, C. M., 481. 1st and 31 Saturday afternoons Dtr Louise Proctor, Q. M. 2101 Bundette Crystal No. 21. Leavnworth, 31 S. valley no. - Dtr Alice Nat. Hama, Q. M. Cordhion No. 27. Ommith, Nebr. 1 and 4th Saturday* at Tabor' Hall, 2101 X 2101 St - Dtr, E. Brown, Q. M. 2113 Nichols. Sunflower No. 9, Coffeville, 24 Wednesday - J. H. Gentry, 701 East Fourth Street. Vim and Vigor Hair Promoter KINGMAN AND PRETTY PRAIRIE Mrs. Mary Banks, widow of the late Lewis Banks, died at Kingman, Kan. Sunday, July 21, 1918. She had been a resident of that place for more than thirty-five years. Mr. San Arnold is reported on the sick list. Miss Beryl Snowden spent the week end with Mrs. Alice Banks, Mr. A. Hockett of Healy, Kan, and B. H. Avery of Wichita were pleasant callers in Pretty Prairie last Thursday. Mrs. John Vaughn entertained complimentary to her brother Romie Porter's leaving for camp. The lawn decorations made a beautiful scene, and Romie went off to camp rejoicing. Harry Floyd was the fourth Kingman county boy to be called to the colors. For the last two months he has made his home on the farm near Houguton hardening up for army life. He has an unusual amount of pep, and he will succeed in any line of work he pursues. Miss Mabel Banks returned Wednesday from a motor trip with friends to Camp Funston and Lyons, Kan. Miss Florence Banks was over from Wichita to attend the funeral of her aunt, Mrs. Mary Banks... (First Published in The Plaindealer August 30, 1918.) NOTICE. State of Kansas, Shawnee County, aa. To Robert D. 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Tables for Basket Lunches, Free ae and lighted by Acetylene 58. ‘This Garden for Rent to Chureh Boclate, Band Concerta, Private Plenlo Parties, Club or Campaign gatherings. Special Rates to Clubs giving series of parties. Three Slocks Southeast of end of Cemetery Car Line. MISS OGEAL WILSON, MANAGER Phone 1778 N-t. SEEN AND HEARD DURING THE WEEK Mrr, Surah McLean spent the week end in Eskridge. Mr, Fred Lawson, Miss Beatrice and Leotis Henderson and Miss Va- Jeria Griffith, motored to Lawrence and Lakeview, Saturday, WANTED—A_ good, Christlan home for an attractive colored girl, eight years old, medium comptexion, Ad. dress, The Kansas Childrens’ Home Society, 918 Kansas Ave., Topeka. Mr. W. A. Wright, of Winfield, passed through Topeka one day this week en route from Camp Funston. Me was a pleasant caller at this office. Mr. Theo. Coleman, of Chicago, is at the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs, A. Coleman for a weeks’ visit. Mrs, James DePriest and Miss Lauline Cole, of Salina, have returned to thelr home after spending a few days in the city visiting Mrs. Angie DePriest. Bisa Eula Ridley returned Friday of Jast week from a weeks’ stay iD Kansas Clty. ‘While there she at- tended the grand session of the O, E. 8. Mra, Taylor Reed is visiting rel- atives and friends in Washington, D.C. Mrs, Mattle Sneed Scott left Sun- day for her home in Amorilio, Tex., after spending several weeks with relatives and friends in Topeka and Chicago. Mrs. Fred Roundtree spent a fow days in Emporia last week visiting Mrs, Lutle Elliott. Mrs, Anna Gardner, of Hutchinson, is in the city, the guest of Mrs. Ro- salie Williams, They were pleas- ant callers at this office, Wednes- day. An afternoon musicale was given Thursday, August 22d in honor of Misses Marion and Marjorle Carter's farewell at Miss Thelma Coleman's residence, The program consisted of instrumental, vocal, violin and esthetic dancing solos. Miss Marion Carter gave a beautiful left hand in- strumental solo which was rather difficult and Miss Marjorle Carter has proven to be a wonderful technic for plano music. The out of town guests were: Miss Cecelia Kealing, of Kansas City and Miss Pearl Lann also of Kansan City, The guests de- clared Mixs Coleman an {dea} hos- tess, but sadly they bade farewell to the Misses Carter. The services held at the Second Baptist church last Sunday were well attended, In the morning Rev. 7. L. Griffith Aled the pulpit and at 8 o'clock Rev, W. R. Carter delivered a farewell address, <A Jarge number of friends gathered to hear him and bid he and his family goodbye. Dr, Carter was principal of the Topeka, Industria] Institute for the past: elghteen years, He with his family: left Monday for their new hone in Los Angeles, California. PIERCE ADDITION, The Elder Blossom club was en- tertained at the home of Mrs. Amanda George, Mrs, Addie Jones and son, Thomas, of Colorado Springer. are visiting the former's mother, Mrs, Gudgel, Mra, J. W. Finney spent the week end Visiting her non, Ondry at Camp Funston, Mr. Lenjle Woods left Monday for Chicago. Misw Nernice Slaughter has re. turned home after several weeks! sojourn in Texas, Private Eugene Martin rpent the week end wilh relatives and friends, The waterniclon feuxt given by Cirde No, 4 of the Shiloh Raptist ehuch waa well attended The Duman Art club was enter. tained by Mra, J. 8, White last rie day, <A dainty two course Juncheon wan terved Mra, GQ A Blgbeo and daughter Ullvabeth have returned from a brief visit In Ottawne and Kansas Clty Miss Wazel Shafer Jeft funday for St Joseph, Ma after spending Kev. eri} weeks with her aunt, Mrs John Danforth. Rellevos CATAR AH of y . BLADDER SPT cone AN 2aHOURS i escsscae ease OD S20 Was ya. Mies Catherine Reeves has returned from a séveral months’ satay in De- troit, Michigan. Mr. and Mrs. Geo, Rafmey enter. tained Jast Friday evening at thelr home on Filmore street in honor of Prof. and Mrs, W. R. Carter and family, About twenty-five guests spent a very pleasant evening. Mrs. Charles Smith teft Sunday evening for Caldwell. After spending a few days there Visiting Miss Lulu Robinson, she will leave for a three weeka’ stay in Chicago, While there she will be the guest of Mrs. Alice Crocraft. Mrs. Smith is accom. panied by her son, Matley and niece, Juanita. Mrs. Clara Smith, wife of Mr, Wal. lace Smith, died Sunday at her resl- dence two miles north of town. She was formerly Miss Clara Wolridge, and had Mved in Topeka since p mere child, She was one of To. peka’s most highly respected young women and was an earnest worker in the BB Street Baptist church, from which the funeral wan held. Inter- taent in Rochester cemetery. About fifty of rociety’s younger set responded lo Misa Cleo DePriest’s in. sItation to spend the evening with her house guest, Miss Lauline Cole, of Salina, The time passed pleas- ontly with dancing and progressive whist. Other out of town guerts were the Misses Leotus and Beatrice Menderson, Weanrldge, Itt; — Ce. cilia Kealing, of Kansas City! Thel- ma Ida Mae Chiles, of Colorado Springs, Colo.; Ida May Uollls, of Independence, Mo., and Mr. Calvin Tipton, of Parsons, Those present were: Misses Dorothy Page, Francis Hayes, Mildred Parker, Floxsle Hardy, Ulsie Greene, Olivia Smith, Eva and Thresa Barker, Norine Rol- ling, Juanita, Haze] and Valeria Griffith, Marion King, Thelma Cole. man, Lillie King, Irma and Pansy Grant, Sylvla and Katherine New- man, Dorothy Odejt, Messrs. Jack- ron White, Roy Tyler, James Wigly, Porter Card, Ralph Whlte, Robert and Floyd Graham, Albert Holder, Samuel] Shuch, Leander Johnson, Arthur Edwards, Ear] Revnolds, Aaron Greene, Willlam McKnight, Plerre and Leo DePriest, Bishop Bingham, James and Baxter Duke, Mrs. Cyrene G. Gaines and Misses Ruby and Mildred McKnight, staged a “song fest” for the boys at Camp Funston Thursday, Friday and Sat. urday nights of Jast week, and the report received at this office says that they measured up fully to theit reputation as musicians and high- class entertainers. The soldiers were delighted and are screaming for them ta make a return engege- ment.. They visited the hostess house, the "Y" and other places at the camp and say that they were never treated 80 royally as they were by Messrs, Aaron Green, Earl Beck and Harry 0, Abbott, Topekans tn charge of the “Y" work, They say these young men are succeeding nicely. The first man on the Topeka mar- ket with home grown watermelons this season was Mr. Reuben Cald- well, who for severa] seasons has tended the farm owned by Mr. Nick Chiles, five miles east of Oakland.. Mr. Caldwell is one of the most suc. cessful farmers in the state and un- der the most adverse and backward seasons always manages to “come out." This year he has earned the title of king of the melon growers. He has not only the best crop of melons in the Kaw Valley, but has cleaned up on other products, It would not be fair however, in thix Mttle notice should we fai] to men- tion Mr, Caldwell's wife who de- serves as much Sf not more credit for thelr apendid success. She In a hard worker, industrious and #av- ing. Mrs, Caldwell was formerly Miss Lela Langston and was reared in Topeka. —_—— A HAPPY SURPRISE, - ae a On the evening of Aug. 21st at the lovely home of Mr. and Mrs, W. E. Miller, 1121 Boswell avenue, occurred fa most joyous event, when to the aolemn straing befitting the occasion. twenty or more friends and nelgh- bors marched in to the supreme eur. prise of Dr, and Mrs. Stacey Flour- nory, who were delighted beyond measure, Under the direction of Mrs. Nora Buffington, a short but very appropriate program was rendered. ane following responding excellent- ye Iatrumental Solo—Milss Janette Buffington. Whistling Solo—Misa Thelma Cole- man. Vocal Solo—Mrs, S. Flournoy, ‘ Instrumental] Solo—Mis Etolta Mil- jer. Voen} Solo—Miss Ruby McKnight. Vocal Solo—Miss J. Boswell. At the conclusion of the program a repast was served and enjoyed by nil The remainder of the evening wae xpent in admiring the many handsome and useful gilts prexented ta the honored guests, ‘Tho Doctor and his wife made sbort but time) remarks of appreciation of the hox. pitality a8 evinced on tho part ot all present, The colur Keheme was Ted, white and blue, The gucet® departed at a Jate hour wishing Pr. and Mew Flournas a jong and happy Hite and also declaring Mrs, Miler and Mie Hulington mort charming hostesses Those present were: Mra, Thomas Gaines Mire Loni Nurse, Mes, Angie Pebtricst, Mir J, Boswell, Mra Lulu Eich Mra 1G) Greene and eon, Mirw Mattle 1Goodpaster, Mrs Prank Witxon, Mr etd Mra Gea Wo Smith ane Uetle ‘iaughter, Mrx. flelen Floyd. Mira Ruby McKnight, Mise TDorence Cole ‘man, Mrs Coleman and daughter Mi, and Mra. J. a. Dation, Mra Ruste Clath, Mis Elizabeth Chirk Mr, and Mra, Dick Porter, Mr- M Dickerson, Dr. J. L. Ttanrom, vr and Mra, Flournoy, Mr. and Mrs. Ww. E. Miller, Mr, and Mra, Willlan Buffington and daughter. Miss Lula Warlick, head nurse at Old Generat Hospital, Kansas City, ja visiting Mre, John Barker. Miss Mabel Cole, Piltaburg, is vie- {ling her cousin, Miss Nelle Good- win, 1225 Quincy, Mr. C. Nelson, of Wichita, was in Topeka Wednesday en route to 8t. Joseph, Mo. He {8 conaucting a success(ul grocery at Wichita. No- Uce the change of his businoss ad. dress elsewhere in this paper, Miss Jennie Boswel] who studied voice at Washburn this summer, left one day this week for her home in Salina, She has accepted a place as teacher at Rusrel] Springs. While here she made her home with Mra. Angle DePriest. Mra, Richardson and daughters, Mrs. Netlle Wilhort and Miss Der. tha Richardson, stopped off in the city for a two days’ visit with Mra John Barker and daughter, Mins Katherine, They are en route home after xpending three monthe in Can. nda and Michigan, Mixa Thelma Ida Mae Chiles who 1a here from Colorado Springs, Colo, expending the summer, was hostess at n party last Friday evening in honor of her guest, Miss Cecelia Keallng, of Kansas City, After indulging In pleasantries peculiar to the younger folk, flashlight pictures were taken. The guests took their leave at a Jate hour, each one feeling well paid for the evening's venture. Mr. and Mrs, Andy Rider, of Vinita, Okla., motored to Topeka in their large touring car, and while in the city were the guests of Mr. and Mrs, 8. Tarbet. In company with Mr. Tarbet they were agreeable cal. Jere at The Plaindeater Tuesday af- ternoon, The Riders are particular {rlenda of Editor Chiles and we are sorry that he was not here to meet them. They are extensive property owners and among Oklahoma's most Prosperous and progressive citizens Misa Lelah May Payne died at the home of her father, 1195 Duane street, last Sunday morning, after an Iness of severa] months, The de- ceased was @ graduate of the Topeka High school and attended the State Normal at Emporia, She was a Jovable character and very popular among the younger set. Besides a host of friends, she is survived b7 & father, six sisters and three brothers, Funeral waa held Tuesday from Mt. Olive M, E. church of which she was a member. The Rev. T. J. Jones officiated and paid a fine tribute ta the memory of the deceased. Inter. men in Mt, Auburn cemetery, oe WHERE 18 HARAY MOTLEY? Piper, Kansaa.—I want to find my ancle, Harry BYatley, Last seen or beard of was May, 1903 in Argen- line, Kansas. He was a member uf both the Masonic and Odd Fellow Lodges. His sister, Mrs. Carroline Lott and niece, Mra. 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WRITE FOR CATALOG and APPLICATION BLANK NOW ° NEW FEATURES Several thousand dollars worth of new equipment jnstatied, A teriped tnd improved Commercial Course answering the present day demands. A number of new Teachers have been added; together with new depart. meats nraking it possible to give better instruction along al] lines. OUR FOUR-YEAR ACADEMIC COURSE has been revised and a one year Normal course added, and approved by the State Hoard of Public Instruction, allowing a gradvate a Teacher's Certificate wih the privilege of teaching in the State of Kansas. Certificate renewable every two years. Special attention given to Milltary ‘Yraining and War Work for male Students. DEPARTMENTS Academic, 4 years. Normal, i year. Commercial 2 years. Trade Courses, 3 years. Theological, 4 years. Music, 3 years GREATEST INSTITUTION In the WEST FOR PRACTICAL TRAINING For Catalog and other Information write F, JESSE PECK or GEO. K. WILLIAMS PRESIDENT REGISTRAR QUINDARO, KANS. Mr. Robert J. Perkins left one day this week for Oklahoma. Ne. will visit his nephew, Mr. Arthur Kimbro {n Oklatoma City, and his sister, Mre, Sallie Baker at Hen. nensy. Sampson Porter sentenced Nov. 21, 1914 from Shawnee county, for mur. der, second degree will present his application for Executive clemency, *o ve heard at the Governor's office, Topeka, Kansas, Sept. 9th, 1918. (Signed) J. K, CODDING, Warden INDUSTRIAL TRAINING FOR COLORED ORAFTEES, For sometime the Topeka Indus- {rial and Educational Institute has been considering the training of Ne- gro solditrs as technicians in carpen. try, painting, blackamithing, horse. shoeing and autonobdlie mechanica and operation of the same. Important officiais are expected at ‘the institution to confer with the trustees and the new principal, Mr. G. Ro Bridgeforth concerning the same Automobile repaising and operation Will be added as a regular course for alving men who enter the school this year, epeciat training — The achoo} opens Sept, 30. A Lage enrolment fix expected, Business men of Topeka Interested fn the Industrial and Kdneational tn. alltution and the new principal, Mr. QG. Ty Bridgeforth has been gratified at the responses fo a request for old automobiles ta be used in the school thi« sear, for teaching the Negto boys this trade now In euch demand to help win the war.—G, Ml. ridge. forth (Firat. Published in The VPlaindealer Fridav, Augurt 30, 1918) In the Probate Court of Shawnee County, Kansas In the matter of the extate of Jamer T, Jamison, deceased, NOTICE OF FINAL SETTLEMENT, Creditors and all other persons in. terested in the aforeraid eatate, are hereby notified that on the 30th dav of September, 1918, I shajl apply to the Probate Court sitfing at the Court House in the City of Topeka. Shawnee County, Kansas, for a Cull and final settlement of ald entate and for an order of the Court finding and adjudging who are the heirs of James T, Jamison. deceased. 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She has been visiting her sister for a week, Mrs. John McNear, 1234 E. Elm St. Mrs. McNear has been sick for the past two months but is able to be out again. Mr. McKinley McNear of South Omaha, Neb. is visiting at the home of his uncle, Mr. John McNear of 1234 E. Elm St. CLAREMORE, OKLA. Rev. W. H. Buchanon of Bethel A. M. E. church spent several days in M. Phone West Bell Phore West 190 932 WM. R. SMILEY Dealer in HAY, GRAIN, COAL AND WOOD Successor to Louis ALgaler WHEN IN OMAHA STOP AT THE PATTON HOTEL N. P. PATTON, Prop. Two Blocks South of Union Station CAFE IN CONNECTION Meals at All Hours. Phone Douglas 6445 OMAHA. — : — NEHNASKA, 1014-16 South Blyventh Rt. Samuel Diggs PAYS HIGHEST CASH PRICES FOR RAGS, METALS, ETC. Bell Phone West 8577 1005 and 1008 North Third St. KANSAS CITY :- KANSAS TRAYLOR' HOTEL C. H. TRAYLOR, Manager Newly furnished rooms, with Cafe in connection, an ideal Home for the Traveling Public. 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Mr. and Mrs. John White have returned from Tulsa, where they spent a couple of days visiting friends. Mr. Fred D. Moore went to Tulsa Thursday to see the drafted boys leave for Fort Dodge, Iowa, and to attend the Presiding Elders' Council Thursday, July 18th was a big day in Clarmore. The drafted boys left for Camp Dodge, Iowa. Speeches were delivered to the boys by prominent men of both races at the banquet given in their honor at the First Baptist church. The draftees, escorted by friends and relatives, went to the Frisco station, where throngs of people, white and black, wanted to show their appreciation to the heroes who are going to make the world a decent place to live in. Altho the troop train did not arrive until a late hour at night, the crowd waited with courage and cheerfulness, and gave the boys a great send-off. Mrs. Florence Wells spent several days in Tulsa this week, visiting friends. Board No. 1 of the A. M. E. church was entertained at the home of Mrs. N. Brooker Friday evening on South Catalayah Avenue. Mr. Willie Pratt, of Tulsa was in the city Sunday visiting friends and relatives. The First Baptist church reports great services Sunday. Rev. J. J. Moore, while visiting in the city preached an able sermon at the A. M. E. Church. Master Adron White left Sunday evening, for a short visit to Vinita, guest of Green Mosley. SALINA KANSA9 Mr. and Mrs. Ray of Wichita were pleasant visitors in the city last week, with relatives and friends. The military girls entertained with a reception last Tuesday evening in honor of the boys who left for service. Patriotic colors were used for the occasion, and the guests departed at a late hour, declaring the young ladies ideal entertainers. Mrs. R. C. Jackson and daughter Lynette, has returned from Bolman, where Mrs. Jackson was at the bedside of her brother. The citizens of the city entertained the young men who left for service last week. A very large crowd was present and the patriotic decorations were used. An interesting program was also rendered. Miss Bell of Little Rock, Ark., was a pleasant visitor in the city as the guest of Mr. and Mrs. John Bell. Miss Elizabeth Williams of Black Wolf visited in the city last week Wolf visited in the city last week. Mesdames Whiteside and Riley of Junction City attended the receptions given for the boys. Mrs. John Bell entertained a number of friends last week in honor of Miss Bell. Light refreshments were served, and an enjoyable time was had. Mr. and Mrs. Howard Brooks are pleasant visitors in the city with relatives and friends. Mr. Pierre Dupriest of Topeka is in the city as the guest of his uncle and aunt, Mr. and Mrs. James Depriest. Mrs. Julia Jakes is improving slowly. HUTCHINSON, KAN. Mr Everett Edward of Medicine Lodge Kne, is here visiting his sisters, Mrs. Rosa Wells and Mrs. Barbara Wickliffe Miss Closse Shue of Coffeyville is here visiting relatives Miss Captola Stemons served a dainty luncheon at the home of Mrs. Wilhe Snowden Sunday to the following guests Miss Closse Shue of Coffeyville, Kan, and Mrs. Mattie Coop. The dance given at the Central Hall of Wichita. In honor of our boys who left for Camp Funston was quite an elaborate affair. A very large number were Every Modern Convenience EIGHT COURSES OFFERED PENS TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER . BRIDGEFORTH, Principal present at this occasion. Mrs. Nan Mills, who has been on the sick list for a long time, is improving nicely. Mrs. Mattie Cooper has returned to her home in Wichita. in Spring Hill a few h Miss Irene Raye, M Frank Nowling, Henry Lucius Holly, and Mrs ley attended the suppo tist church in Hillsdale The Tom Thumb wedding given at the Bethel A. M. E Friday evening under Miss Bertha Plummer was very successful. Mr. Williams and Mr. Carter of Wichita spent Sunday in the city. Mr. Marcus Tucker, who is a student of medicine at K. U., is home for the summer. Miss Fye Bowen of St. John is in the city visiting. Miss Captolha Stemons attended the reception at Newton in honor of the boys that left for Camp Funston Monday evening. Any news for the Topeka Plaindealer please phone 2412. PAOLA, KAN. Several Miami county boys have the picnic at Alma Thursday and reported a good time. Mary Lee Miller accompanied her aunt, Mrs. Horace Oliver, home to visit a few days. Miss Amanda Oliver has been visiting her father. SPRING HILL, KAN. Mrs. Mary Campbell returned to her home in Oklahoma City after spending a couple of months with her son, J. M. Campbell. She was accompanied home by her daughter, Mrs. J. H. Hickman, of Bonner Springs, Kan. Mr. Earl Snell left for Camp Funston July 31st. Mrs. Lucius Holly and Mr. Harold Worley returned to their home in Kansas City after spending a few days with Mrs. Wall Mosby. Mr. Hanson McCause of Macon City, Mo., spent last Tuesday with his cousins, Mrs. J. M. Campbell and Mrs. Claudia Nunn. Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Campbell were in Paola a few hours Wednesday and attended the banquet given for the boys who left for Camp Funston. Mrs. Peter Sawyers was a week end guest of Mr. and Mrs. R. S. Sawyers of Kansas City. Mrs. Stone of Rosedale, Kan, was Cut Flowers and Funeral Work a Specialty All kinds of Spring Plants for FLOWER GARDENS—BOXES AND BASKETS. Now is the time to get your choice before the stock is sold out. 809 E. 15th St.. Phone 3000 Mention This Paper When you Buy MADAME HYDE, SPIRITUALISTIC MEDIUM. Madame Hyde, spiritualistic medium of New England states, har read some of the most eminent people of the two continents. This city is proud of her. A natural born medium. Tell you true facts. 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