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The Topeka Twent-First Year. No. 6. Speaker of the house, Mr. Lambert, son and president of the senate, Mr. Huffman, are our friends. Praise for Senate Counsel. We congratulate the citizens of Kansas upon the election of Arthur Capper to the senate of the United States. In him we have had a friend who has been ready and willing to speak for us at all times, and defend us against every adversary. We predict for him a splendid career in congress, for we are sure that he will stand for justice for all citizens. We congrate the Organization for the Advancement of Colored People, for having at its head in this state such a man as Arthur Capper. We believe that this organization will yet do much good toward bringing about a better feeling between the races. We congratulate the Topeka Plainlander the Black Plains Protector, The Lunching Basket, The Goffeyville Clube The Kahana City Advocate and all other burials which have so ably defended us against those who have taken delight in trying to deny us the rights of American citizenship. We call upon our people everywhere to live up to our possibilities, let us be sure that we are worthy of any sacrifice that our friends shall make for us. Let us show by our manhood and womanhood, our thrift and energy, that we are the equal of any race. Faithfulness Promised. ANNO Let us use faithfully and honestly whenever we are employed. And may we here resolve that despite all the unpleasant things done against us, that we will continue to be patient, and work out our destiny with the hope we will some day receive the rewards of our labor. I. H. MONROE, JOHN L. HARRISON, ELISHA SCOTT, MRS. CHAS FRENCH, J. J. HOLMAN. FROM A SOLDIER BOY. A P. 712, Jan. 16, 1918. Dear Editor: I am writing you a few lines to ask you to put a few lines in your paper concerning our boys over here in France. I am a sergeant in the labor battalion. Of course we are all colored people, and our boys are doing wonderful work. We are doing some of everything that is to be done in this great war. This is a very pretty country and the French people treat us royal. I stayed in Kansas about five years, and enlisted in Kansas City, Mo. Sept. 1917, and have never here in France since May 15, 1918, and I have seen to be back in the states. Best thank you all of our people. I am stationed at Camp William in Sur Telle, France, which is about 18 miles north of Dijon, you can find Dijon on the map, and we are also a few hundred yards from the front line trenches. Yours truly, SERGT, JOHN W BABER Co. 13, 309 L. Battalion LANGSTON, OKLAHOMA. Card of Thanks:—To the many friends who sent expressions of sympathy to us by telegrams, letters and soon I letters while in our son's breastment over the death of our loved one Mrs Mabel Harding Jordan who departed this life in 20th we wish to extend our gratitude for the many condoling words received which aided in removing the gloom and sadness and carried to humbly submit ourselves to the will of one who death all things will Win G Jordan, Rev. and Mrs D Brookins Mrs North Hurd Goy, Mr and Mrs Lan Cox OF KANSAS THE SPIRIT OF KANSAS THE FEDERAL NATIONAL HISTORY SOCIETY Reading from left to right: Prof. Morrow; the new principal of the Toppeks industrial institute; Dr. Gio. R. Bridgeforth; Senator Arthur Cappe; Elisha Scott and Hon. | Monroe-Messrs Scott, Monroe, D. Morrow, are graduates of the Institute... LINCOLN DAY FILLED US WITH NEW HOPE Mrs. Harper and Mr. Hueston Bring Messages Brighter Things in the Future. First Annual Celebration of the Kansas Defense League a Brilliant Success—All Sections of the State Represented. A large crowd witnessed the Lincoln Day celebration, Wednesday evening. Fob 12th at the Second Baptist church, Third and Quincy streets, under the auspices of the Kansas Defense League. In spite of the rain, the enclosed auditorium was filled to witness the occasion. The program follows: "America"—Led by Second Baptist Choir. Invocation—Rev. W. P. Banks, of Salina. Address—Mrs. Henricita Harper, of Witchita. Address--Attorney W. C. Hueston, Kansas City, Mo. Mrs. Harper and Mr. Hueston both enlisted the great Emmanuelpeter and made plans for more earnest arriving on the part of the race to better themselves in every way possible. Interesting remarks were made by Attorney Elisha Scott, who acted as master of ceremonies, as did also Mr. Niek Chiles, president of the Kansas Dept. League. Attorney deploring "him crowsum" as it is practiced in the South, and expressing the confidence of the race in Governor Allen, United States Senator Capper, Speaker Lambertson, of the house of representatives, and Lieutenant Governor Chas. Huffman, were adopted. The resolutions: Governor Allen a Friend. We deploy him as a mission and emancipation, the sentiment prevailing in the South and which is slowly making its way to the North, that we are an inferior race; we view with alarm the migration to the North from the South, the Southerner who is bringing with him his Southern color prejudice, and we call upon our friends of the past, to reassure us that the principles for which the best bachelor's races was given from 1861 to 1865, shall not perish from the earth, and to use the words of the more liberal pastor, and that this race under God shall have a new birth of freedom. We feel very grateful to our governor, Henry J. Allen, for his assurances of friendship, and we feel free to say to our race in Kansas that we have no need to be alarmed because of any needless segregation laws being placed upon our statute books, so long as he is guilding the ship of state Mr. Allen is a member of the har a heart, in doing his others a wish that they should do him and being a partisan and close friend of the lamented loosely, we know that he will strive to carry out the great principles enunciated in this great humanitarian "will sign up and no pain down." We trust our belief in the principles of the lieutenant in office, which party is in control of the Kansas legislature. We believe that a majority of members in both houses are fair-minded, and believe in the principle of fair law for all citizens, so we owe the deputies vigilance the duty for which the boys of both race have given the full measure of their devotion in a foreign war. The TOPEKA, KANSAS, FRIDAY MORNING FEBRUARY 7, 1919 Negro Soldiers Win Laurels in France Saw the Hottest Fighting in the Argonne and Elsewhere---Entire Battalion Got Croix de Guerre for Heroic Conduct The New York Times is not our only one of America's foremost daily papers, but there are none who deal squarer and fairer with the black race as may be seen by the following article that appeared under screening headlines in the issue of Sunday, February 8th of that great journal, The Times says: Negro soldiers made a record as fighters in this war as they did in the Spanish American and Civil wars. Fighting for the first time on the soil of the world's most famous battlefields—Eurasia—they brought into direct comparison with the best soldiers of Germany, Great Britain and France, they showed themselves able to hold their own while the tests of courage, endurance, and aggressiveness were most severe. Colored troops fought valiantly at Chateau-Terry, Solosons, on the Vesle, in Champagne, in the Argonne, and in the final attacks in the Metz region. The entire first battalion of the 367th Infantry—"Buffaloes"—was awarded the Croix de Guerre for heroism in the drive on Metz. Most remarkable of all, they received their baptism of battle in this attack; at the start they won honors which veterans of many conflicts have failed to capture. In previous engagements of the war, for distinguished service, three colored regiments as units were awarded the Croix de Guerre, which bestows on each member the right to wear the coated badge. When the fighting stopped the Negro troops were near the Rhine. Not until now has the story as a whole of the part played by our Negro troops in France be available. The total number of Negro combat troops was 42,000. These consisted of the 92d Division, commanded by Major Gen. Charles G. Ballou and four regiments of the Provisional 92d Division. To describe the colored man as a fighter in a war which because of the terrible weapons used called for more耐心 than any other war, three was present themselves to show the Negro in individual exploits, then in a regiment engaged separately with white troops and finally to show him a battle in the enemy's command of the enemy. Negro as individual fighter. Here is an individual exploit. The "95th Infantry colored fountain" of the Vanguard. It does not necessarily send a promoter with a message to the flank of an American in fighting. The way war is acted on an open sword is heavy enemy machine to file. Accounts were called for. Private Edward Sumpfers of Company I recorded. Bottle he had gone for a call cut him down. As he fell he led to his comrades. "Some one come and get this message. I am wounded." Commandant Lebert, commander of some company prone to the rebellion. He dished across the shell wedge space, picked up the wounded strap and with the Germans fairly lying bullets around him carried his man back to the American lines. For the valor shown both were cited for the Distinguished Service Citation, and Commandant Campbell. In addition, was commanded for a Captainney. Another single detail taken from the same company: Jane Taker, having volunteered, was taking a message through heavy shell fire to another part of his line. A shell struck his hand, tearing away part of it but the Negro, unfaltering, delivered the message. He was asked why he did not seek aid for his wounds before completing the journey. "I thought the message might contain information that would save life." was the answer. Under the some Lieutenant Robert L. Campbell, a few colored soldiers, armed or by with rifles, trench knives, and band armor grenades, picked up from well holes along the way. were moved over a road in the Chateau-Terry Victor. Suddenly their course was crossed by the firing of a German machine gun. They tried to locate it by the direction of the bullets, but could not. To their right a little ahead, lay a scarce covered with thick under cover; just back of it was an open field. Lieutenant Campbell who knew by the direction of the bullets that his wrist had not been seen by the glass men ordered one of his men, with a rope which they happened to have, to the thick underbrush, and to the rope to several stems of the bush, then to withdraw as far as possible and pull the rope, making the bush shake as though men were crawling through it. The purpose was to draw direct fire from the machine and by watching locate its po edition. The ruse worked. Ideut. Camp- pitll then ordered three of his men to steal out a flank the machine gun on the cherry while he and two others moved up and flanked it on the other side. The brush was shaken more violently by the secret rope. The Germans, their eyes focused on the brush, pierced a hall of bullets into it. Lieut. Campbell gave the signal. The flanking party dabbed up; with their hand germades they killed four of the booby and captured the remaining three—also the machine gun. In the larger bodies of colorful troops, from the regiment to the division, the participation of the Negro soldiers naturally divides itself into two parts on account of the way they were sent over. The Negro division, composed of drafted men, did not get into action until right at the last, but the regiments that went over fire were composed of old National Guard units recruited up to the required quota. These were the 369th, 370th, 371st, and 372nd Infantry Regiments, afterward organized into the Provisional Old Division. Until just before the last days of the fighting, however, they were disgusted separately with French troops. Three of these regiments, the 369th, the 371st, and the 372nd, were the chief of the Croix de Guerre from the French Government for distinguished service. Sixty-one officers and men of the 370th have been similarly decorated. Flightied Bealde the French: Here is the fighting record of one of these regiments sandwiched among the French forces—the 372D. It was the first to go over. Practically all its line officers, as well as privates, were colored. They arrived in France on April 18 and went into training with the French on April 28. On June 6 the 372D was sent to the trenches just west of Verdun, occupying the famous battlesweet Hill 304 and sections at Four Paris and Vaquois. On Hill 304 thousands of French and German soldiers had fallen as the battleship swam back and forward and that its hill was given to the Negroes to hold show that as soldiers they had already won the confidence of the French. The regiment's first engagement was in the Champagne sector, with Mount Irvine its objective. There came the real cost the colored men were forced to get into the fight. They cheered and sang when the gunmen in it came that their chance had arived but the question was back of their enthusiasm and they the吏师, qualities drilled into European troops through centuries of training in the science of warfare. The answer was that some of the heaviest and most effective fighting of the div was done by the Negro regiment. From June 6 to Sept 10 the 572d was stationed in the bloody Josseme Forest. On the night of Sept 10 the regiment joined part in the Argentine offensive and were in that terrific drive, one of the decisive engagements of the war, from Sept. 26 to Oct. 7. In the nine days' battle the Negroes not only proved their fighting qualities in an applied upon to face, but those qualities in deadly striking power and ability out with such distinction that the regiment won the coveted Crox de Gierre. During the battle theyided in capturing 600 prisoners, fifteen big guns, twenty minewarfers, rounded up an enormous amount of engineering material, large supplies of artillery munition, and brought down three German airplanes. For these achievements they were at once cited for bravery and efficiency in the General Orders issued by their French commander. The casualty list of the 372d in this and the previous fighting carried 500 names of men killed, wounded and gassed. Another regiment's record—that of the 369th, formerly the 17th New York commanded by Colonel William Haward ex Public Service Commissar reflects an ideal credit on the so-called number of the Negro race. The 369th was in the Champagne offence as a part of the Fourth Army commanded by general Garrard a few miles west of the Armenian Forrest. These are Colonel Haward's own wards describing the battle that tried out his men. At $25 a man in the assault was touched, an assault that kept assault- ing so far as our division was con- cerned for twelve days in which a crossed river captured towns, cut and climbed through acres and acres of barbed wire entanglements stormed bluffs, ridges and hills for fourteen kilometers, all the way fac- ing stabborn and terrible effects are Plaindealer tillery and machine gun fire. "When we crossed the Dornois River, where it wilted into a swamp, the boche was shelling industriously, and it looked like a haliastorm on the surface of the water. I saw shells break from concussion when they hit the water the same as on the ground. Much of the time we had to lean over and shout into each other's ears to be heard. At the end of twelve days we came out with our division, what was left of us, which included twenty officers." At the very last the 369th won another distinction. The following is from The Stars and Stripes, the organ of the American troops in France; "The furtherest north at 11 o'clock (when the armistice went into effect) on the front of the two armies was held at the extreme American left, up Sedan way, by the troops of the 7th Division. The furtherest east—the nearest to the Rhine—was held by the Negro soldiers who used to make up the old New York Fifthth, and have long been brigaded with the French. They were in Alsac, and their line ran through Thann and across the railway that leads to Colmar." How Negro Division Fights. Next, to see a Negro division in action. The 92d Division was composed of the 183d and 366th Infantry Regiments and the 350th Machine Gun Battalion; the 184th Infantry Brigade, composed of the 357th and 368th Infantry Regiments and the 351st Machine Gun Battalion; the 187th Artillery Brigade, consisting of the 349th, the 350th, and the 351st Artillery Regiments; and the 349th Machine Gun Battalion, the 317th Engineers' Regiment, the 317th Engineers' Train, the 317th Ammunition Train, the 317th Supply Train, the 317th Train Headquarters, the 92d Military Police Company; the 317th Sanitary Train, comprising the 365th, the 366th, the 367th, the 368th Field and Hospital and Ambulance Companies, 600 of the officers of the division were Negroes. Soon after the 92d was thoroughly organized it took over the Marchese sector. Here their activity in trench raids on the Germans earned from the Germans the name of 'Black Devils' by these raids they drove the Germans north beyond Erchout and Vosniote to Chemnitz bridge. In the house of putting a chock on those attacks the business tried to destroy the bikers and flooded the country. Up to this time the 92d had never been in the battle but the new engagement at the '65th Infantry' which took place in the action in the Argonne Forest. The division's chance came in the drive on Metz. They were not at 4 of 4ock Sunday) morning Nov 10. The motto 'See it Through' at the 'Buffalo shoes' the 65th infantry, trained at Camp, Upton, earned through the whole division. They began their advance at 7 o'clock from Pont-A Mousson. Before them was a valley commanded by the heavy kills of Metz and by nests of German machine guns. The Negroes seemed to realize that here for the first time was the great opportunity to show their mattle—that for the first time they were going to battle as a division. A some of race solidarity possessed them, uniting their purpose as no amount of drilling could, and they were literally a terrible foe as they plunged forward to Preny, So rapidly did they advance that the list of casualties, considering the rain for the day was Bola Prohaut. Pickelman Moroccan and Senegalese troops of the French, striking for the same point in an odd competition of colored races on this day—were the first to arrive. The Germans, being what was we were pounding Bola Frehaut with a heavy fire, it became too hot for the Morocans and the Senegalese. They were forced to retreat Were our colored fighters really going to see it through?" The fight we now getting hotter and hotter, for the Germans were brushing their full resistance to bear. The 56th Regiment was forced to withdraw, but not until after they had stood up and borne a heavy loss. The battalion of the "Buffaloes," commanded by Major Charles L. Applebon, of New York, with colored company commanders, was ordered to hold the Germans at bay while the hard hit fifth retreated here. In confronting the enemy with an iron resistance the "Buffaloes" won their Cloth de Guerre. A little later Boks Pleasant was taken by the 92d. The Germans directed against the place a more munition fire but there was no driving out the colored men. The Stars and Sterns sold of this fight *Probably the hardest fighting done by any Americans in the final hour war that which engaged the troops of the 28th, 92d, 51st and 7th Divisions of the Second American Army, who launched a fire-eating attack above Vigeneuses just at dawn on the 11th. It was no mild thing that last flare of the battle, and the order to cease firing did not reach the men in the front line until the last moment, when the runners sped with it from for little to fox hole." Numerous officers and privatees of the 92d were commended for maritalious conduct by General Orders. During the final engagement of the war the Negro division held the line of Vanderies St. Michel-Xon Norry. The 92d suffered a total of 1,478 casualties. LAWRENCE, KANSAB. (By MISS M. M. LUCAS.) Come to Sunday school and bring a friend. First Lieut. Logan and family were entertained at a 5 o'clock dinner at the home of his sister, Mrs. Taylor. Prof. Geo. H. Bridgeforth, principal of the Toneka Industrial and Educational Institute is booked for the chauqua course at St. James A. M. E church Rev. Jeltz, pastor of St. James A. M. H. chuch, received a telegram saying that his slater, Mrs. Pearl Stanton, Okla., last Friday, of pneumonia following an attack of flu. Mrs. Stapleson's little daughter died Tuesday of the same disease. Rev. Jeltz is at the bedside of his mother who is very ill. Lleut, Logan, Carson and Walker will address Lincoln school on the 12th. Rev. T. D. Lee, evangelist, is inviting you to come and get right with God. The revival starts on the 12th. Mr. Willis West, of Trimidad, Colo., the inventor of the draftless window ventilator, is in the city visiting his sister, Mrs. Young. BRITISH DONINIONS WILL DRAW COLOR LINE IN RULE OVER SOUTH SEA ISLANDS. James M. Tuchy in a special cable to the Kansas City Journal and New York World says: An important decision has been arrived at by the bureau in connection with the claim put forward by Australians, New Zealanders and South Africans that the mandatories placed in control of the former German colonies could be empowered to bring their laws into operation in these territories. These British colonial administrations of colored or foreign races are regulated. The codes are based on a long practical experience in dealing with these questions. It is now understood that the claim for the application of these codes to the territories controlled under the league of national mandatory has been enacted. The league shall not interfere any alteration or addition to these codes for a term of years, say five or six, in under consideration. It is argued that otherwise the powers of the league of nations would be made to trotterie the case but be condemned in relation to applify international agreement. The donations are hopeful that they will be utilized by the bureau. SPRINGFIELD. MISSOURI. Mrs. S A G Campbell is greatly improved in health following an attack of pneumonia. Mrs. Mia Smith has been ill but is able to be out again. Anita Pauli Brown, one of Ameri's greatest solldists, appeared at Pita's Chapel M. E. church, January gith before an appreciative audience. She was assisted by local talent, with Nathalie Doxey at the piano. Mrs. Doxey also gave a reading. Other numbers on the program were a quartet composed of Messrs. Blakey, Campbell, Foster and Abernathy, A reading by Mrs. C. S. Webster and several selections by an orchestra completed the program which was enjoyed immensely. Mr Harry Gibson, oldest son of the late Rev. and Mrs. Francis Gibson, who resides in Oklahoma, spent several days visiting his uncle, Dr. Q. U. Brown and wife. Miss Gladys Penn is preparing to enterla in the members of the C. P. church choir On Friday afternoon, Feb. 21, Mrs. Nellie Edmondson, 624 Cherry street, will be hostess to the Womans' Musical and Literary club. Mr. and Mrs. Edmond Wilburn entertained with an elaborate course dinner Sunday honoring Mr. William Smith who is enjoying his relief days. Coveres were laid for sixteen, who enjoyed the hometeous replay. Mosdima Anita Pauli Brown and Nathalie Doxley were home guests of Mrs. Perril Thomason for several days while in the city. Mrs. Lottie Fullbright has been on the sick list but is greatly improved as this writing. Mrs. Rachel Fullbright is reported ill. Mrs. Mrs. McKinney has been indigested but is now improving. Master Petehury Bledell and Master Charles Lourens have been visiting their uncle and aunt, Mr. and Mrs. Ed Bledell, who accompanied them home, and will cache here in the future. We welcome them to the city Price $1.50 Per Year "GALENA HAS BEST NEGROES ON EARTH" Senator Sparks' Expession to a Big Audience While Mayor of Galena Colored Citizen of Galena Plea for Rights of His Brother's Child; the Father Was Killed in France. Galena, Kansas, Feb 9, 1919. Hon. Nick Chiles. Elder The Plaindealer, Teppea, Kansas. My Dear Sir: I want to commend you for your stand in fighting the segregation bill now pending in the Kansas legislature. I am committing to writing the sentiment every day, loyal citizen of Galena, both black and white. The infidels or members of both races will not be allowed to show the good effects of "jim creed" amt but they have not said anything I put the bad effects of such legislation I am personally acquainted with a family living in Webb City, Ky. where there is no Jim Crow school and they have to send their children, Joplin, Mo., and pay car fare and when the weather is bad the children are deprived of that much time when it is most valuable, and the same conditions would prevail throughout this state if such a bill should become a law. The humiliation and loss to the race is so much greater than all the good derived from such legislation it is beyond comparison. You have proven yourself a brave man and should be cited for bravery and awarded an iron cross. Your work in defending the repression of Kansas and the home of John Brown is as great as the boys who go to their fraternity. I find a brother, Private Frank Morford, of D Company 352 M. G 92d Division who was killed Sent. 12, 1918 fighting "Somewhere in France" and he has left a child three years old in Gulena to be reared and educated and you are doing all you can to see that he has not given his life in vain. That bill was born and hitched in Galena and presented to the state legislature the first time by a man who was one time mayor of Galena and he delivered an address to the Knights of Pythias grand lodge that convened in this city and he declare Galena and its cities as the greatest world and when he present I that bill he said Galena had the greatest colored people in the world. The work you are doing is defending the taxpayers of this city and the colored people as well as the reputation of Kansas, should go down in history with John Brown and Abraham Lincoln I will close. Sincerely yours, JOSEPH E MOPI MD CHETOPA, KANSA $ ^{c} $ Mr C' I B Walker is able to attend High school Mr. George Walker, of I' was called home on account of the illness of his son Mr Roy Jackson, of Pittshaw, visited home folks last week and returned Friday evening. Mr. Frank Jackson visited father and sister a few weeks ago Mr. John Pogg was in I' city, Sunday Mrs. J R Wilson and b who were at the home of her moth Mrs. Clarley, returned to her home a F. Pecan street. Miss Eliza Horton, a student in the high school, is ill at this writing Mr. George Roberts is an g the sick. WE STAND CORRECTLY Leavenworth, Feb. 12. An article appeared in the columns of the paper last week, stating that I Ike R. E Gough, of Leavenworth Kansas, was married on the 7th day of December, 1918 to a lady by the name of Annette Johnson. I now place in your valuable paper for the purpose of denying the correctness of the statement above referred to. The article in question stated that I was married to Annette Johnson. I was truthful in my day and state that I am not married to Miss Johnson nor to any other person. Mr. E, R. E, Gough. FIRE WIPES OUT BUSINESS OF WEALTHY BLACK MERCANT Saintpaul, Okla.—The many kinds of Mr. H. I. Hutton will be pleased to hear of his great loss which occurred January 23d when his home store and its contents were so severely destroyed by fire Mr. Hutton had conceived the public that he was a business man of fine ability if the fact that he established an institution a stallard grocery store since 1913. The stock was easily exceeded $50,000, best of the loss of his building and stock an office that was adduced to which chance that was admitted to that which he kept his $700 library with the fellows Grand Lodge of which he was grand secretary. As the closest friends of Mr. Hutton he is able to say anything about his plans, yet they hope he will establish himself in business he is bound to succeed with his expertise and popularity.—A Friend Year ..... $1.50 My Months ..... 1.00 My Wages ..... .40 ADVERTISING RATE, PER MONTH: $2.00 PER INCH. Served at the Postoffice at Topeka, Ks., at the Second Class Mail Matter. Adds to all communications to The 20- pole Windrelry, 1120 Kansas Avenue, Topeka, Kansas. Money sent by Express. Postoffice Money Order or Registered Letter to risk otherwise at the risk of the miller. From the attention of The Plainlander referred to any misstatement of facts is the omission, or to any error concerning any man or thing, correction will there- fore be made. Unsignaled communications, except from our regular correspondents, will not be published. "APLE HILL. KANSAS. Miss Beesle Wallace returned from Tunel Monday. Mrs. E. Hall and two children, Harry and Edna, returned Wednesday or visiting her husband, Mr. I. H. Atchleton. Miss Scott is visiting in Paxton to seek Mrs. Shelby Oliver is on the sick list. SALINA. KANSAS. Mila Gaston, of Chicago, was of Mrs. Virgil Smith last dinner. Holph Primm and Miss Dor- son were quietly married by the probate judge. We were in a happy future. Members of St. John Baptist are a social Friday evening assement of the church. A program was rendered and an active audience was present Theodore Haynes and Mr. Hudson made a flying trip on City. Lloyd Williams left recently n. Mo., where he will study ministry. Don Alexander of Fort Riley, went visitor in the city. He request of Miss Ovella Haynes. Maude Ross, who has been its- Wichita and Junction City raised and reports a pleasant OTTAWA, KANSAS. 111 Spots, expresident of Aid and Mrs Eta Bar- resident for the Home and Mission circle, were presen- gold band rings for their race. A. Williams, Mr. and Mrs. McBrier and Miss Merthan were dinner guests of Mr. I. R. Rogers, Sunday. Little Rogers is at home from she is at the bedside of her. Spottville, who is rapidly from her recent illness. Mrs. Moses Lambkin stop- in Ottawa en route to Chil- future home. They were of the latter's sister, Mrs. and Miss P. Lambkin. Mrs. Lambkin are groom and married in January at and were childhood sweet- oders was given a surprise honor of his birthday by the of his congregation. He re- number of handsome and sents omil Johnson was in Kansas days last week. Pham Meltier and daughter, ha. visited in Kansas City last week. True Campbell left for Platt last week to visit her sis- torbin. Alam Simpson left last week at Nebr., on business hel Spottville was able to ch. Sunda) it. Rogers entertained the role recently. The mem- 员 answered roll call with After the regular rou- ness, a dainty repast was enjoyed. The next meet- with Mr. Frank Hobert, Holbert and Mrs Minnie are married on the 3d stn. merely lived in Lawrence, the best wishes of many a Lillard is still on the Bethney Chapel Mission her two beautiful potted express their sympathy, it is a faithful mission ro Roberts is on the sick utrine from Bethney Chapel frieed membered her with fruit in old baby of Mr. and Smith was very ill last reported better at this Mrs G. L. Hudson are their farm Visiting their is. C. White White and Mrs Margaret named in honor of Miss art of Kannam City. The cats were present. Mr. J. Hughes, Mr. and Mrs and Mr. and Mrs Roy enjoyed the meetings Johnson was week end Cora White. Mr. and are managing the J. R. our Princeton Lester, Sol S. Locust, in Mr. Lester moved here after a short time ago. A M. J., Gunter has arrived Wille, Ohio, to assist in Paul A. M. R. church in leton Electric Lights called and the members O Austin, O. N. Bristol, O. N. Chelsea, O. N. By printers above you will your own EXELENTO DUMMING POMADE Don't be* some fake Kink Remover fool you. You really can't straighten your hair mail it's nice and king. That's what EXELENTO DUMMING POMADE Goin, procreate Dandruff, feeds the roots of the hair, and makes it grow long, soft and alky. After using a few times you can tell the difference, and after a little while it will be so pretty and long, that you can fix it up to suit you. If it doesn't work, we will give your money back. 280 by mail on receipt of stamps or coin. AGENTS WANTED EVERYWHERE Write For Particulars. EXELENTO MEDICINE CO. Atlanta, Ga. soon. Rev. Sanders is much clated over the cooperation of the members and Friends. They are planning a one thousand dollar rally for the second Sunday in March. Read and Pay for The Plaindealer. Be a patriot. Contribute and be a member of the Kansas Defense Society. LEXINGTON, MISSOURI. Mrs. Mary T. Goodwin Williams, of Maryville, spent a few hours in the city Monday shopping and see- ing friends. Mrs. Jennie Hawkins and daughter, Miss Glover, entertained at dinner Sunday. Coveres were laid for Mr and Mrs. Edward Neely, of Kansas City; Mr. and Mrs. Dowitt Dulls, Mrs. Henretta Williams, Mrs. Daisy Coleman, Mr. and Mrs. Mark Good win and Masters Lewis and Albert Williams. Each guest departed sa- ing Mrs. Hawkins and daughter were ideal hostesses. The Masons gave a reception in honor of their fifty years of existence. Those who attended declare it to have been one of the finest affairs ever held in the city. Mrs. Bell Tolbert dropped dead on Monday morning. She was a staunch member of the Baptist church and a devout Christian. She will be greatly missed. The bereaved family have the deepest sympathy of the entire community. PLEASANTON, KANSAS. Miss Reddick, of Brooklyn, arrived Saturday to visit Misses Elenor and Elinah White. Rev. Christopher went to LaCygne, Sunday to hold services at the A M. F. church. Messrs. John McNear and Murance Copeland, of Port Scott, were in the city Monday. Mrs. Daisy Neaves returned to her home in Ft. Scott Sunday night. home in Ft. Scott Sunday night. Mr. R. E Fine returned Monday from Ft. Scott, where he Sundayed with his wife. Mrs. Elin Fine returned from Kansas City, Monday where she had been visiting. Mr. Horace Walks, of Brooklyn, was in Pleasanton Frida) on business Memorial services for the late Col Rosevelt will be held at the A M E. church. An excellent program will be rendered. COUNCIL GROVE. KANSAS. Mrs. Hattie Chance and two little daughters have returned to their home in Emporia after a week's visit with her sister, Mrs. Ed Bailey. Mrs. Nancy McCorey, of Dunlap, spent Saturday with Mrs. Mary Merritt. Gladys, the little daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Earl Bartlett is very ill at this writing. Mrs. Josie Harris, of Dunlap, was in the Grove Wednesday on business She returned accompanied by her sister in law, Mrs. Maude Ray. Mr Lonnie Woods, now working in Topeka, spent the week end with his wife and little daughter. Mrs. Mabel Bailey, of Edmonton, Canada, is here for a visit with home folks. Mrs. Mary Hardling is on the sick list Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Hardling have moved back to the Hill Creek farm. Ed Bailey has been busy helping Daniel Hardling move. The minstrel show was well attended by both races Wednesday night. Four of the players stopped with Mrs. Lonnie Woods and Mrs. Maude Ray. Mrs. Amelia Hutley attended the quilting party Thursday in Dunlap at the home of Mrs. Lena Walker. Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Harding visited over Sunday on Rock Creek with Mr. and Mrs. Ed Bailey. HUTCHINSON, KANSAS. Mr Morgan Krupa has accepted the agency for the Negro soldier Review, an illustrated pictorial review which very vividly depicts the part the Negro soldier played in the world war. The Citizens' Protective League met at the Broadway hall last Friday night at which time a permanent organization was formed and others were elected to serve the ensuing six months. The People's Forum met in regular session last Sunday afternoon with a large crowd in attendance. A memorial program was given in honor of the late Col. Roosevelt and the poet, Paul Laurence Dunbar. Besides many important questions came up and were intelligently discussed. The Forum will meet next Sunday at the C M K. church. The play to be given by Ilex R. C. Henderson is progressing nicely. Winstonson is progressing nicely. I. Butler, Jr., has received word from Sergt. Chester I. Lewis, who is in the headquarters troop of the 82d Division. He will be coming home soon. Howard Martin has purchased a new Bulck touring car. 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First, grow your own Hair, so that you to grow their Mine McCLIL LAND TO DANDRIFT CURE is a Marvellous Dispromote the growth of Hair in a very is used according to directions Dandrift Sealp, Fire, have been completely cured box of DOUBLE STRENGTH DANDRIFT a few boxen your Hair will become natu- The McCLIL LAND'S STRAIGHTENING straightening the Hair Price 25c each. 615 Western Ave. Phone 4259-White PAYS PROMPTLY MFS. BERTHA CARROLL, Grand Q uern, Kansas City, Kansas Secretary, Independence, Kansas emdowment Treasurer WANTED—To know the whereabouts of one blind evangelist, Rev. D. L. Williams at one time located in Wichita and Topeka, and had a brother at Wichita. Any information will be gratefully received—Address, W. O. McIntosh, P. O. Lox 1266, Tullahasseo, Oklahoma. STATE OF KANSAS To P. Amanda Washburn and Sarah H. Wilson, if living, and if deceased, then to the unknown heirs, executors, administrators, devices, trustees and assigns of said P. Amanda Washburn and Sarah H. Wilson, you and each of you are hereby notited that S. D. Edwards, as plaintiff, has filed a petition in the District Court of Shawnee County, Kansas, and commenced suit against you as defendants as aforesaid, being Case Number 32,077, and that you must answer and petition on or before the 15th day of March, 1919, or said petition will be taken as true and judgment rendered against said defendants. P. Amanda Washburn and Sarah H. Wilson, if living, and if deceased, then in the alternative, against the unno n heirs, executors, administrators, de jure, trustees and assigns of said defendants. P. Amanda Washburn and Sarah H. Wilson, if any there be, quieting plaintiff's title to the following described real estate, located in Shawnee County, Kansas, townt: Commencing on the West line of Kansas Avenue 242 feet Northerly of the North line of Lot 389 on Kansas Avenue, North Topeka, thence West- erly at right angles to Kansas Avenue 175 feet to the East line of an alley, thence Northerly along the East line of said alley 25 feet, thence Easterly at right angles 175 feet to the West line of Kansas Avenue, thence Southerly along said West line of Kansas Avenue 25 feet to the place of begin- ning; And forever enjoining you and each of you from claiming any right, title or interest in or to said real estate. W. R. HAZEN Attorney for Plaintiff. Attest: Mary E. Chapin, Clerk of the District Court, Shawnee County, Kansas. By Orga L. Scudder, Deputy Milling Co., ARKANSAS CITY, KS. Mrs. of the Celebrated "POLAR BEAR" FLOUR, The Best Fleur for fam- ly use. Insist on your dealer giving you the best—that is "POLAR BEAR." Other brands are BELFLOUR and X. T. C." Manufactured by lling Company. OUR NEW HOME PENDLETON AVE. ST. FERDINAND AVE. The Plaindealer $1.50 the Year Poro Corner DEPT. A 35 SHERIFF'S SALE. In the District Court of Shawnee County, State of Kansas. The Shawnee Building and Loan Association, Palatiff, 18 H. B. Wright, Minnie M. Wright, A. H. Bennett, Allicia S. Bennett, The Nowak Milling Company, the Thompson Milling Company, and M. W. Cardwell, doing business as M. W. Cardwell Grain Company, Defendants. Case No. 311890. By virtue of an order of sale issued to me out of said District Court, in the above entitled action, I will, on Tuesday, the 4th day of March, A.D. 1919, at 10 no clock a.m. of said day at the east front door of the Court House in the City of Topeka, in the County o Shawnee, in the State of Kansas, offer at public sale, and sell to the seller at best bidder, for cash in hand all the following described real estate to wit: Let III and the north 18 feet of lot 100 on Garfield Avenue in Thurston Place Addition to the City of Topeka, also 11 shares of Class "II" installment stock of Series 98 of sold association, living and situate in the County of Shawnee in the State of Kansas. The above-described real estate is taken as the property of said defendants and is directed by said order of sale to be sold, and will be sold without appraisement, to satisfy said order of sale. HUGH LARIMER Sheriff of Shawnee County, Kansas. W. R. Haren, Attorney. First published Jan. 31, 1919. WANTED: Experienced laundryman, tailor, cleaner, and presser, Good money. Machinery ready for use. Write Frank Wilson, Army City, Kan CARD AND WOODEN SIGNS L. S. Reeves Jr. 1500 and Quincy Streets Phone 3300 Card and Wooden Signs hamlet in the great West. BOX OF PRESSING OIL, 25¢ BOX OF HAIR GROWER, 50¢ Mrs. Ada Montgomery, Manufacturer 1212 Euhdt Kansas City, Mo. Branch Office: 517 Shawnee, I Worth Don't fail to visit our up-to-date Hair Dressing Parlors at either place Samuel Diggs The Old Nellable Junk Dealer PAYS HIGHEST CASH PRICES FOR HAGS, METALS, ETC Bell Phone West 3577 1006 and 1008 North Third St KANSAS CITY KANSAS ABILENE. KANSAS. Private Cunningham, of Fort Riley, called on Miss Simpson recently. Mr. D. Giles, a railway mall clerk on the U. P. from this place to Kansas City, has been changed Chapman. Sergt. Gibson has been ill for the past two weeks, but is much improved at this writing. Miss Darthulla Simpson has been very ill, but is able to be around at this writing. Monday evening, February 3d Miss Holle and Vera Hampton and Mrs. Maude Curtis, surprised their mother, Mrs. N. Hampton with a birthday party. Those present were: Mr. and Mrs C B. Harrison, Mr. and Mrs. L. Simpson, Mr. and Mrs. R. L. Cilvin, Mrs. P. Smith, Mrs N. A. Wurder, Mrs J. B. Lewis, Mrs Hull Patterson, Mrs Kd Vell, Mr. B. A. White, Mrs. Hampton received many handsome and useful presents. WANTED—Reliable young Barber also Bushelman. Married men pro- ferred good business—D. C. Nicho lisi, 29 J. Ninth St., Lincoln, Nebr FOR RENT—Brunner Street 1024, room cottage, colored. Call Black 4862, or see owner at 1028 Branner Rev. B. Davidson - MONEY TO LOAN ON ALL KIND OF PERSONAL PROPERTY. Horses, cattle, pianos, diamonds, household goods, libraries, typewriters, autos, carriages, machinery, and tuxedo people—F. S. Thomas, 661 Kansas avenue, Telephone 28P ADAS HAIR GROWER in 3 months will make the hair long, soft, and glossy. A trial will prove it. When in Kansas City call on the manufacturer. We want live agents to represent us in every city and A. indealer Year St. Louis, Mo. PUBLIC SALE. Mr. James H. Scott having fallen in health will sell at Public Sale, on March 6th, 62 head of stock including horses, registered Jersey cattle, full blood Durcus sow to farrow in April, weight 700 pounds when fat. Three good brood sows to farrow in April and 1 shred of fat hogs averaging 110 pounds more or less. These hogs are fat and will do to kill. Stopl Stopl buying over the counter. Two or more go together and buy a hog and kill your own meat. Mr. Scott will give you privilege of butchering at his farm where he has everything essential to butchering. Go and help him out for he needs your help. Call at The Plaindealer office and get sale bill. AN APPEAL TO THE LOYAL CITIZENS OF TOPEKA Topka, Kansas, October 3, 1918. Tis is to certify that Mrs. Luvenia Hamilton, Mrs. Izzie Washington, Mrs Rosa Jackson, Mrs.Anna Johnson, Mrs. Etta Jackson, and Mrs. Mattie Carpenter have been duly authorized by the Board of Directors of the City Federation to solicit the generous public for financial aid and assistance, which will help them in their struggle to properly furnish and maintain their Club-house a worthy institution. Located at Garfield School Building, Corner 13th and Quincy Streets, now used as a community center for women and girls of the race, both young and old. "Ile that giveth to the poor lendeth to the Lord." Thanking you for any gift, great or small. By the Board of Directors of the City Federation. ELIZABETH M. WASHINGTON Secretary, Chairman of Finance WAR HISTORY Tells all about the war; it is fair to colored people, everyone busy, a tre- memorial seller. COLORED MAN NO BLACK LILY, free, or choice of offer 250 pictures, agents making 87 to 123 per day. Send the quick for an entire com- plete count. AUSTIN JENKINS CO. 129 9th St. Washington D.C. 713 Wyoming St. Hell Phone 2204 The Indiana Restaurant the place to find good, home cook- ing. The farmers, stock m. working men all eat here. Take 15th street Car from Minne- ad Minnesota Avenue from Kansas. Here you find the Kane. City Infra- tion bureau. PASSENGER AUTO FOR HIRE. 2 F. G. FIELDS, Proprietor, Austin City, Missouri THE PATTON HOTEL N. P. PATTON PRES two Blocks South of the station CAFE IN CONVENIATION Meals at All hours Phone Douglas 105. BHA, BURKHAST A. 1014 South Fremont Ave. C. H TRAYLON Manager Newly furnished rooms, with Café o connection, a Ideal Home for tu Traveling Public The half clock run the Santa Fe Fisher station, and wo blocks from Katy Depot. Fourteen W. Cal. SEEN AND HEARD DURING THE WEEK Mr. B. G. Granlinson is critically ill at St. Francis hospital. Mr. Fay Anderson who is here attending the legislature, spent the week end at his home in Wichita. Mrs Jewel Brown, of Wichita, is at the bedside of her mother, Mrs. P. Harris, who has been ill the past few days. Mr. Frank L. West, an attache at the state house, spent a few days last week with his family at Arkansas City. Mr. and Mrs. John D Graham, formerly of Topeka, are now residing at HI212 Michigan street, Detroit, Mich. Mr. and Mrs. C. B. Brown left Saturday of last week for a two weeks' stay in Los Angeles, Calif. Miss Addie Hatcher and Mrs. Annie Kennedy spent Friday and Saturday visiting friends in Manhattan. Mr. W. H. West, of Laub, Colo., is visiting in the city. He is the inventor for a draftless window ventilator. Mrs. G. Madison Miller in company with Mrs. Chas Astwood returned to their home in Kansas City, Tuesday. While here Mrs. Miller was the guest. Hon. John M. Wright has returned home from Camp Grant, Ill., where he was engaged in army "Y" work and is now back at his post in the county treasurer's office. Mrs. Robert Thompson was hostess at a dinner party in honor of her niece, Mrs. Chas Astwood and Mrs. G. Madison Miller, both of Kansas City. Coverts were laid for twelve. Mrs. Eva Smiley Richardson is assisting in the mailing department of The Phantomaler this week. She is residing at the home of her mother, Mrs Mary Smiley, while her husband is in France. THE BLUE GOOSE CAFE is the place to get good meals. All kinds of good cats Home cooking. The right place to eat—Mrs. T. H. Ellett, Prop. 1715 E 12th Street, Kansas City, Mo. Mr. and Mrs. U. A. Graham entertained for Mr. and Mrs. William Hayes and little son, Clayton at 6 o'clock dinner Wednesday evening Mr. Hayes has returned from Camp Punston. Mrs. Jack Johnson and sister, Mrs Ers McAdoo very pleasantly entertained a small part of friends Monday afternoon in honor of Mrs. Chas. Astwood, Mrs. G Madison Miller, Mrs. Jewel Brown and Mrs. Cleo Gentry. Mrs. Chas. Astwood, who had been visiting her aunt, Mrs Robert Thompson, 146 Emmett street, has returned to her home in Kansas City. While here several social functions were given in her honor. Messrs James Scott and Anthony Cooper, prosperous Shawnee county farmers were pleasant visitors at The Plaindealer one day this week. Mrs. Benj Perkha has been on the sick list but is much better at this writing being able to look after her household. The Liberty Launch Room and Ple Slon at 1011 Kings Avenue is one of the nearest restaurants in the city. It is spotlessly clean and the cooking is the highest-class to be had in the culinary art. It is an enterprise that is not only a credit to the enterprise and goods of the owners but deserving of Liberal support. Meadmine Floney & Turner are responsible for this much needed enterprise. BARBER WANTED—Lad) or gentle- man with good references Guarantee $12 per week. For information address, Wm. LOWE Deumright, Okla, Oklahoma and Maple streets. The Stewardess board of Lane Clapel met at the home of Mrs. Sallie Cooper. 1717 Fillmore street recently and a very pleasant and profitable time was enjoyed. Among the many men and women of Junction City who can be counted upon to do things, is Mr. N D Aldridge. He is one of the moving spirits of Junction City, and can be counted upon at all times to assist in anything for the uplift of the race. Rev. T W Greene Jr. of Parsons, was in the city visiting his father Rev. T W Greene a few days this week. He was an agreeable visitor at The Plaindealer. Messrs. B L. and Aaron Martin, Mrs. Annie Martin and Mrs. Derritt, of Valley Falls, motorized to Toneka one day this week. While here Mr B L. Martin made The Plaindealer a pleasant visit and paid his subscription. The Rev. W. H. Van Derzee filled the pulpit at the Second Baptist Church Sunday in the absence of Rev Griffith the pastor who is on a leave of absence in "Y" work. The sermon was greatly enjoyed. Miss Alberta Guy has returned from Iowa, where she had been engaged in community war work. Mr. Wade Warren, of Chillicothe, ill spent Saturday and Sunday in Topeka, the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Charles French. Mr. Clarence Ewing a representative of Atchison's colored continent at the state house, spent Sunday with home folks. He says that the colored people of Atchison county are bitterly opposed to the proposed Jim Crow school law and that should it reach the floor of the legislature that his representative will fight it to a finish. Mr. Ewing is a guest at the home of Mrs. Ellen Slaughter, 1407 Monroa. Among the colored people who are attending the legislature are: Mr. West Page, doorkeeper in the senate; Mr. Gannaway, of Pratt, cloak room and Mr. Arthur Robinson, of Great Bend, cloak room. OR PENT- Good 4-room house, barn and chicken house with five acres of red ground. Would make an ideal chicken ranch. Located near Topeka market. Address, I. S. JAMES, 1816 Greeley Ave, Kansas City, Kansas. Mrs. S. F. Malone went to Atchison Monday to place two boys, aged 13 and nine years in the Orphans' home at that place. She had a warrant for a 13 year-old girl, who had deserted her home in Topeka and brought the unruly child back with her. Mrs. Arthur Charles and Miss Ola Porter were delightful hostesses at an informal party in honor of Mrs. Chas Astwood Mrs. G Madison Miller Mrs. Jewel Brown and Mrs Cleo County at the home of the latter, 920 W. Eighth street. About thirty guests were present. Music was furnished by Capt Bob Hamilton's jazz band Mrs. Arthur Charles entertained at an informal party Saturday at the home of her sister, Mrs. Green Scales in East Tenth street. The time was usually spent in bridge. Out-of- town guests were Mrs. J. Madison Miller, Mrs. Chas, Astwood, Mrs. Jewel Brown and Mrs. Cleo County. Mr. and Mrs. W. V. Smith, of Lafayette are the happy parents of a baby born January 18th. They have given her the name of Wallacestein Bernice. The Phindenter wishes this young lady a happy voyage through life. Mr. and Mrs. Smith are among the most prominent citizens of Larned and have many friends in Topeka. Those who desire the services of the President or attorneys, Scott, Bell or Patbour of the Kansas Defense League at any time to assist in relief funds, address Nick Chiles, President 112th Kansas Ace, Topeekn, Kansas, and a date will be arranged. Rev C. A. Williams of Denver Colo., is sending a few days in the city with his mother, Mrs. Angeline Williams. He delivered a fine serm on at St John A. M. E. church Sunday morning and left in the afternoon for Kansas City Mo., where he preached at the A. M. E. church, 24th and Flora streets that evening. Rev Williams has to his credit the building of more churches in the West than any other minister: St. James, at St. Louis, Mo.; Ehenezer at Kansas City, Mo., and a church now under course of erection at Omaha Nebr. The old church at 18th and Webster streets is, been leased for $40 per month and purchased property to the amount of $10,000 at the corner of 24th and Grant streets. They have also bought a beautiful parsonage since moving to Omaha and over 100 members have joined the church since his coming. Rev Williams is the highest salaried minister in the Fifth Episcopal District, receiving about $2,400 a year. There is much talk among friends and fellow ministers of sending him to the General Conference in 1920. A very unique affair was a buffer lunchroom given by Mrs Taylor Reed Saturday of last week at her residence 1412 Western Avenue amounting the marriage of Miss Ursa Alta Cuy to Dr Kirksey Curd of Chester, Pa., which will occur this month. The dining room was beautifully decorated. The color scheme was purple and blue. On the dining room table was a statue representing a fountain end in one corner of the room was a mail box. The lady who received the first mail was the last to be married. This young lady was Miss Bessie Bennett. The invited guests were supposed to meet Miss Julia Starr, of Boston, Miss. All sat patiently awaiting the arrival of the stranger when suddenly Miss Cuy appeared. At 1 o'clock a four-course buffet lunchroom was served by Musea Tille and Captola Jones and Cartilla Reed. HANDSOME STOCK OF HATS. Mrs. Lennon Clark has now in stock a large line of millinery. Her hats are of the latest creation and can be secured at reasonable prices. She has just returned from Kansas City, where she made a large pur- L. MRS. L. C. CLARK Millinez times of the latest and best in ladies headgear. Mrs. Clark is one of Topeka's most highly respected business women, and deserves much credit for her rhlld. I, a very woman of her race married to her. She has the goods and is worthy of your hearty support. PIERCE / ADDITION NOTES. (By MISS MYLTE HANKS) The Shamrock Art Club was entered and Tuesday by Mrs. N Greene at her home on St. Francis and Jefferson streets. The next meeting will be at the home of Mrs. Gee Holder on Buchanan street. The program to be rendered will consist of two papers and a lecture by Mr. Allen, recently returned from France. Miss Pearl Blackburn and Mr. Ned WE WANT YOUR BUSINESS JOIN OUR SUIT CLUB-$2 Per Month Ladies' Work A Specialty Ladies Work a Specialty - We Call for and Deliver Your Work Work Neatly Done—Reasonable Price Champlin were quietly married one day last week. Mrs. Ned Perkins is still on the slick list. The Elder Blossom club was entertained Fridays by Mrs. Ella Cowan at hot home on Second and Jefferson attests. Mr. Albert Lewis, of Kansas City, spent the week end with his sister in Pierce Addition. The W C T. U met and elected officers as follows Mrs. T W Greene, president; Mrs. Pheuble Atkinson, vice-president; Mrs. Alice Stitt secretary; Mrs. Laura Ransom, transurer and Mrs. Alice Rucker, chairman of flower committee Pierce Addition welcomes Miss Annelou Sawyer back to the Pierce school as teacher. Mrs. Brigham and two children, of Chanute, are visiting Mrs. H. Cowan Mrs. Blanche Price has returned from a short visit to Kansas City. TOPEKAN CITED FOR MERITORIOUS SERVICE Private Clarence F. Richardson, a member of F Company 805th Pioneer Infantry now in France, is one of our own boys who will return from the battle front wearing the laurels of the country he so faithfully served. One day this week his wife, Mrs Eva Smiley Richardson received notice from the Government that her husband and the entire company to which he belonged had been cited for bravery. The notice stated the Company had shown a spirit of bravery that was a credit to the men and the country they are serving. MANHATTAN IS UP AND DOING A urge and enthusiastic audience greeted the President of the Kansas Defensa Society at Manhattan, Tuesday night. Here we met Mrs Hayden Campbell, of St Louis, Mo. Before coming to Manhattan to act as secretary of War Camp Committee Service, Mrs Campbell taught in the public schools of St Louis, but has a six months' leave of absence to assist in war work for the benefit of the race. She has made a wonderful change around Manhattan and Funston in the way of entertainment for the soldiers. After a brief address to the soldiers and civilians, an entertainment was enjoyed by the happy throng. Much credit is due Mrs Campbell for the rules and regulations she has caused to be put in force in these entertainments. The colored people of Manhattan have been taxed for the building of a large community house, but have never used it a single night since it was erected. This is their own fault. They should have insisted either by persuasion or legal method and secured the hall at least twice each week. ATCHISDN, KANSAS. Mr and Mrs. Frank Briggs spent Sunday in Kansas City, the guest of their son, Mr. Allen Wilson Mrs. R. C. Taylor returned last week from St. Louis, Mo., where she has been for two months, the guest of her daughter and husband, Dr. and Mrs. Breedlove. She reports a fine time Mrs. Breedlove was formerly Wes Mabel Taylor. Tay H. W. White spent the week in the city overseeing the work of St. Paul Baptist church, of which he is pastor Mr and Mrs George H. Kerford are visiting Mrs. Kerford's parents in Chillicothe, Mo. Mr and Mrs Gamble, of Los Angeles, Calif., are in the city, the guest of the former's mother, Mrs. George Watson. Lilian Franklin Jones, a noted singer of St. Louis Mo. and a niece of the late William Smothers, will now be in a recital at the A M E Church February 20th. She is pass through the city on route to Donner Colo., to take charge of the choir at Shorter Chapel, of Which F. Williams is pastor. Hoy G. B. Billions, pastor of the A M E church has just closed a very successful rebellion, and will have ten a ten days' meeting later in the going. The family of Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Shuebelford who are quarbited on the spot of small pox, are getting along very well. Mr. Moses Van Meter, who underwent a surgical operation, is doing nicely. Those on the skirt list are Mrs. Khalia Ghann Mrs. William Long and Mrs. Moses Van Meter. Mrs. Louis Carter received a letter from her son, Private Luther Carter, who is with the 92d Division in France, saying that he is well but very home sick. Mrs. Mabel Jackson Payne was brought home from St. Margaret hos- LUXUS, FROM YOUR HAIR LONG AND DENIMIZED Take no charge, get the best. This hair grower has no equal. It takes a long and dandruff stone staining, feeds the roots step by step, and then the hair from falling out can be made the hair grow painless, long, atractist glossy. Reginald Cocoa Palm has been giving perfect satisfaction for fifteen years. Every box sold on a money back guarantee. No woman can afford to neglect her hair and face. 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Mrs Charles Porter returned last week from a few days visit in Kansas City. While there she was the last of Mr. and Mrs. Perre Allen, formerly of Atchison. She reports a very pleasant visit Mrs Clarence Brown very pleasantly entertained the Missionary society of the A. M. E. church. Rev Lee, pastor of Zion Baptist church has started a resalvel. It is loved much good will be accomplished through their efforts. The Union service at Mt. Olive Baptist church was largely attended Rev. Lee of Zion Baptist church delivered the sermon Rev. Ewing is pastor of Mt. Olive Baptist church Mrs. Wm. Jones, of Kansas City, who had been holding her sister, Mrs L. L. Stewart, left one day this week for home. She was accompanied by Dr. and Mrs. Stewart. The Doctor returned the next day, but Mrs. S. will remain several days A SHAWNEE COUNTY SING AT THE CITY AUDIORUM Toronto Shawnee County Song will to see a choice of three hundred songs, including the mascal talent, both vocal and instrumental, in the city of Tawasca and Shawnee county, Tuesday night Mar. 18 at the City Auditorium Executive Committee: Rev. J. M. Botton Rev. H. W. King Rev. C. E. Cranggott Rev. G. P. Dixwood Rev. S. E. J. Watson Rev. W. W. Russell Rev. A. B. Jefferson Rev. T. A. Bowers Rev. D. Davidson Dpf. Geo. R. Bridgeforth, Acting Chairman Other names will be added as soon as they are sent in. Music Committee: Band Master Jackson Mr. P. M. Ware Mr. Clarence Pradshaw Mr. A. J. Wilson Mr. Ben Clark Mr. A. R. Jackson Mr. P. C. Thomas Mrs. G. A. Bigbee Mrs. Ruth Temple Mrs. J. M. Wright Mr. L. P. Jackson, Acting Chairman of the Music Commuttee. The music to be given by the community chorus embraces a wild range: National Airs, Folk Songs, and collections from master-pieces. These singers are coming to us with heart messages in their songs for which we are anxiously waiting. Tuesday, March 18, can not come too soon. We want to feel the thrill in their thrills. Let us therefore get ready and make the evening of March 18 the greatest of all the social gatherings. The famous Jackson's 23rd Regiment Band will be one of the main features of the evening. --- MONEY TO LOAN ON ALL KINDS OF PERSONAL PROPERTY. horses, cattle, planes, diamonds, household goods, libraries, typewrit- er, autos carriages, machinery, and to calaried people—P. S. Thomas, 519 Kansas Avenue. Tel. 208. 12 MADAM T. CRADEDOCK SINKFORD Hairdresser Everyone is hard in using SIN FORD'S MARROW POMADE. She guarantees to grow the hair or refuse the money. It curses dandruff, stops hair from falling out. You can get two months' home treatment for $10. by mail $1.80. 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PERKINS' HAIR AS IT WAS BEFORE TREATMENT "IF A WOMAN HAVE LONG HAIR IT IS A GLO RY TO HER." 1 COR. 11:15 EVERY WOMAN CAN HAVE THAT GLORY IF SHE WISHES IT. Denver, Colo. January 3. 1918. Denver, Colo., January 3, 1918. Dear Madam Perkins: It is indeed a pleasure for me to give you this testimonial in regard to the wonderful help I have received from your treatment in just three months time. I have tried many things but have never had anything to do my hair the good you have. I am perfectly willing for you for you to use my name in any way that you wish. —Now of 851 Clarkson, Denver, Colo. Formerly 1608 Michigan Ave., Kin es City, Mo. Nashville, Tenn., April 10, 1917 Dear Madam Perkins, I am very sorry I could not get my order in WHAT PLEASED CUSTOMERS SAY OF HER THIS IS MADAM PERKIN'S SPEC'AL OFFER the only restrictions are that after you have used the goods, you are willing to return empty jars at my expense can be said by express. More than one active to their hair and scalp. Send extra postage for more than two hundred testimonials that you may read what others have said of the work, hand and seventy five thousand women have consulted. Perkins and this treatment will give hair no matter what the conditions of the hair is or any Chronic Blood trouble. No one can grow hair when the blood is out of order. Many women are buying all kinds of hair grower, when they should first consult an honest Physician that will tell them just why their hair will not grow. With my treatment I request that all False Hair be left off. A printed letter of instruction will come with each order. Only one order will be sold to each customer. If you have any bald spots on your head do not send order but $^{1}$ send $^{2}$ stamps for Question Blank. Price of Goods 3 MONTHS SUPPLY $1.79 6 MONTH SUPPLY $2.49 This price with postage paid The treatments are for Women and Children. Men are requested kindly NOT to write. Price good for 30 days only. You will get two shampoos, scalp salve for growing and a bar of best soap. The goods will last one person using three months and six. When you have once used the treatment you will use no other. I have no agents, you have to order direct from headquarters I hope however, to soon place a saleslady in every city and only those having used the goods successfully will be given this chance to sell the goods They will only take orders, and send them to headquarters In this way customers will always receive prompt service The regular price of the treatment is four dollars, and after the 30 days are expire it will go back to the regular price Place your order quickly in account of shortage of factory help and may run short of jars. Make all orders payable to Madam T. D. PERKINS sooner, however I trust I am not too late for the reduction you have made to your customers. My hair is doing so very nicely. It is much thicker and a great deal longer. I am in need of another supply of your goods so find enclosed money order for the same. Am sending for six monthly supply this time. I am indeed very well pleased with your scalp treatment, and never want to be without it—Yours truly, Georgette White. Brackettville, Tex. March 6 1917 Mime, T. D. Perkins, Denver, Colo. Dear Madam: Enclosed you will find money order for another supply of your hair and scalp treatment for which kindly send by parcel post. 20e postage for mailing. Having used your treatment for six months, can say it is just splendid—better than any I have ever used in my life. It is a very rapid grower and I find great pleasure in using it.—Mrs John Phillips. Dear Madam Perkins: Find enclosed order for six months' supply of Wonderful hair treatment, and I am advertising your goods I told a very dear friend to write for if I am sure you have heard from her by this time. I am very much pleased with your hair grower, and I am obtaining the very best results—Very DAM PERKIN'S SPIRIT FOR JUST A LIMITED TIME Price as this Will be Your Last Chance Treatment for This Price are that after you have used the goods, that my expense can paid by express. and scalp. Send extra postage for more but you may read what others have sa- five thousand women have consulted. I know help no matter what the condition. Physical Conditions and for Treatment If You Have any of The Ala, Erysipelas, E and trouble. No one can grow hair when you are buying all kinds of hair grower, wi- est Physician that will tell them just wh treatment I request that all False Hair construction will come with each order. Ou t customer. If you have any bald spots on y u will see statues for Question Blank. HS SUPPLY $1.79 6 MONTH make paid. The treatments are for Woman study NOT to write. Price good for 30 days, scalp salve for growing and a bar of person using three months and six. When you will use no other, I have no agent admitters. I hope however, to soon p only those having used the goods succe sell the goods. They will only take o in this way customers will always price of the treatment is four dollars will go back to the regular price. P of shortage of factory help and may ru- nable to T. D. PERK 4630 W. 35th Ave., Denver, Colorado LP SPECIALIST OF DENVER, CO THE MADAME PERKINE OF TONES. SHE STYLES HERSELF "M respectfully yours, Mrs. Arabell Mc Connell. Chicago, Ill., Feb. 20, 1917. Dear Mrs. Perkins: Your card of reduction for six months' supply re- ceived I have used it and I know there is nothing better on earth for the hair and scalp. Sorry I cannot get the hair pins. I am not rushing you but start my order at once, am needing it very badly. Enclosed find money order for six months' supply. Wishing you much success, I am, yours truly, Mrs. J. M. Weir. Healing Springs, Va., March 21, 1917. Mme T. D Perkins. Dear Friend: COPYRIGHT 1917 Enclosed please find money order for which please forward me your six months' supply of hair and scalp treatment. I am nearly out. Your hair dressing I have used for three months and I am well pleased with the results. My hair is doing fine and I am encouraged to believe if I do my part it will do the rest. I like it better than anything I have ever used for the hair. My hair is growing and looking fine. Hoping to receive order very soon. I remain yours truly, Mrs. Nannie J. Hale-buston. Crawfordsville, Ark, Oct. 19 1917. Mine T. D. Perkins, 4620 W. 35th Ave., Denver, Colo. Dear Madam Enclosed find order for six months' treatment which I find to be the best I have ever used. Please rush this order as I am expecting to take a trip on the 28th. Waiting for a quick reply, I remain yours, Hessle Slaton. Baltimore, Md., Feb. 24, 1917. Dear Madam Perkins: I am so pleased with the treatment for my hair, that I do not know how to express my delight. I have had two supplies of your goods and am so well satisfied with the goods that I am sending for a six months' supply. Kindly let me have it as soon as you can and oblige, yours truly, Blanche Butler. See & IE SL SS = =o a: eS eee 2s = -