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Topeka Plaindealer Our Collector is Calling on Topeka Subscribers. Please be Prepared to Settle a Part if Not All of Your Account. Historical Society State House Twent-First Year. No.15. Your statement has been wired into every hamlet in the cotton belt and in addition the matter is before the United States attorney general; consequently we are seriously hampered until his decision has been rendered and can be wired throughout the cotton belt. Will you telegraph him fully today? Answer. Governor Cites the Law. This object and frantic appeal to his better nature touched the heart of the Governor and he immediately complied with the request. After consulting the state attorney general's office, he wired to the attorney general of the United States at Washington, D. C., as follows: Taving expressed the view in a telegram to Hon. J. S. Wannamaker, chairman of the South Carolina Cotton association, that the combination for acreage reduction of cotton and holding of present supply now being organized in many states if the South is in violation of federal law, he requests me to wire you particulars as to acts which in my judgment are being violated by this combination. "It is now up to the department of justice of the United States," Governor Allen said, after having filed the brave dispatch "There isn't a question in the world that the cotton speculators of the South are violating the antitrust laws of the country, and If Attorney General Palmer does his simple duty he will prosecute them to the limit." Southern Woman Commends Him. While Governor Allen's attack on the cotton speculators brought a world of adverse criticism from Southerners engaged in the cotton trade, it also provoked some responses of a different nature. One of these received from Abilene, Tex., was as follows: There is absolutely no reason for such prices and when you take into consideration that the farmers' families have to meet these prices also it seems that the cotton growers of the South would have a more inferior than allow the suppliers to control the output and price of their chief commodity as they have done in the past. THE WHITE SOUTH ON BENDED KNEE Attacking Kansas Governor is Different from Bulldozing Blacks. Old John Brown of Harper's Ferry fame still goes marching on and the cause for which he gave his life is revered by the patriotic North. As the wheels of time roll onward, the brutal South will get feel the effect of that fearful crime, and just now, Governor Allen is making commendable progress along that line. The white South made a mistake in attacking a Kansas governor. They evidently thought they were fooling with men as they do their colored brethren in that section—brow beat, bluff, bulldoze, rob, cheat and even murder, but they over played their hand and before it is all over they will be begging Governor Allen and the colored voters of Kansas to get them out of the federal prison. The South has been violating every law on the statute books since 1801 and is just now being called to atone for the crimes. The fire eaters of the white South had better keep on of the these Kansas boys. This grand old sake star of the fuss that caused the Civil War and caused the South to give up her slaves, and now, she has kicked up another that will make them free her wage earners. The story of the South's undoing runs thus: Two weeks ago Governor Henry J. Allen declined an invitation to attend a conference in a Southern state for the purpose of helping to plan a reduced cotton acreage and expressed his indignation that the cotton speculators of the South should "deliberately trade in the misery of the world for their own enrichment." Yesterday Governor Allen, an invitation, supplied information to the office of the attorney general of the United States in an inquiry into the truth of the charges that the cotton men were engaged in a conspiracy in restraint of trade. Started as Argument. What started out as a controversy between Governor Allen and J. Shottwa Wannamaker, chairman of the South Carolina Cotton association, over the relative patriotism of the Southern cotton grower and the Kansas wheat grower, developed in two short weeks into an official inquiry by the United States government to determine whether or not there is a great Southern cotton trust. Governor Allen thought he was just taking a pot shot at a situation that aroused his patriotic fry; it develops instead that he has started one of the most important anti-trust inquiries in the history of the country. Linked Up With Old John Brown. Incidentally Governor Allen finds himself the best hated man by the cotton speculators of the South that there is in all the United States. Not content with writing him abusive letters, these speculators have taken to writing letters to the New York World and other newspapers that have taken to Governor Allen's side of the argument, calling the Kansas Governor an "ignorant ass" and applying other choice epithets to him. One fiery Southerner had this to say in a letter printed by the New York World in reply to an editorial in that paper: Ordinarily I would pay no attention to such an editorial, but as you are generally so level headed along this line, I feel constrained to write and remonstrate at your shooting so wide of the mark. As for Allen: I wouldn't distain this intolerant crank with a reply. We are not worrying about anything Kansas or her misfit governor may say about us; in fact, we forgot all about us; in fanatics when we hanged old John Brown at Harper's Ferry. From which it would appear that there are certain "unreconstructed Southerners," who are not yet repentant for that little affair at Harper's Ferry some sixty or more years ago. Give Toura to Cries for Help. $ \dot {s} $ Denance Case The real pinch came, however, when the attorney general of the United States got busy, and Mr. Wannamaker and his fellow conspirators began to see themselves in the grip of the department of justice for violation of the antitrust laws of the country. Choking back his pride, Mr. Wannamaker bleached yesterday with Governor Allen, in a telegram, to lay all his cards down in front of the attorney general that some action or other might be taken, and the cotton association either be quickly found guilty or acquitted, so that it might proceed with its campaign. The Governor's onslaught, which had been received with acusers and derision, two weeks ago had turned into the most serious proposition the cotton association had ever gone up against, and they were forced to cry for help. The Wannamaker telegram was as follows. Please telegraph the attorney general of the United States, Washington quick full particulars as to all sections and all acts you claim cotton acreage reduction is violating. In justice to the cotton belt, we urge that you take this matter up by telegraph as we were in the midst of our campaign when this action was taken. Governor Cites the Law. From circulars sent out by organizers supporting this combine I learn that the organization is composed not alone of cotton growers, but bankers, cotton speculators and business men. Their purpose is to raise the price of cotton which they are now holding, and also to permanently raise the price of cotton in the future. This is definitely expressed in their circulars and appears to be not alone in the interest of the Southern farmer, but of all persons who are holding and possibly securing a corner in the cotton now on hand against the time of the lifting to the embargo. You, of course, know the terms of the ant monopoly act of July 2, 1830 which declares, "Every contract, combination in the form of trust, or otherwise, or conspiracy in restraint of trade or commerce among the several states is hereby declared to be illegal" and "Every person who shall monopolize or attempt to monopolize, or combine, or attempt to monopolize, or combine, or conspire with another person or persons to monopolize any part of the trade or commerce among the several states shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor." I cite this law, realizing that you are familiar with it and only at the request of Mr. Wannamaker, who may wish that I give you the very familiar quotations from the supreme court of the United States in defining what is meant by the words combination, conspiracy, trust and monopolize. Should you so desire would be pleased to give you definite citations. My dear Governor: May I not thank you for the stand you are taking in regard to reduced cotton acreage. As a club woman I keep up with everything and as one of the many sufferers form the H. C. L. I noticed that when the price of coal went down last April and people were advised to secure a surplus for the last winter the milies were immediately ordered closed. Excess—overproduction. When meat fell off a small amount in price the packers' orders were no more slaughtering. I am obliged to pay $60 a yard for cotton material for underwear, not being able to indulge in read-made—formerly was 10 and 15c. For percals and clamph dresses, 65c and more a yard were I able to afford them. "which I'm not" My dear Governor I'm explaining the poverty of my wardrobe (by long distance) solely in the interest of the many poor people who are compelled to do without even cotton clothes. You know it is against the law to go without clothes, so the question is "What in the world can we do?" Cotto, how are they a pair and they are reduced to holes during the first wear Please don't think I'm raving, stark crazy, or mad but since the war is over, I'm so darned tired of saying that my temper has gone to the bad. TOPEKA, KANSAS, FRIDAY MORNING APRIL 11. 1910 ENCOURAGING WORDS FROM LIEUT. JAMISON Topeka, Kansas March 31, 1919. Hon. Nick Chiles, Topeka Plaindealer, Topeka, Kansas Dear Sir: I am writing this letter frankly for publication and confidently intend that it shall be published in your paper. And the only provocation for it is the fact that I am a discharged army officer who spent eight months overseas in combat for the sake of making the world safe for Democracy and now return with enthusiastic appreciation for every man, woman or child who is arriving here toward that same end. No one seriously contends that this Nation is overwhelmed with the enforcement of democratic principles nor can one be heard to say that we entertain any hope that the present stage of democratic reform is ideal. The greatest accomplishment however of the World War, was to forever crush autocracy and facilitate the perfection of democracy without serious threat from oppressive monarchies. Upon returning from overseas there is no soldier who risked his life for the cause but that he feels keener than before. A vital interest in all things important to humankind It is no passive interest but enthusiastic desire fired to determination that the things fought for, shall be realized. And all he praise for victory does not belong to the combatant, and he should take no pride in the victory until he knows that the victory shall extend beyond the field of battle. The fight has just begun and only the bloodshed is over. It is for this reason then that I write you. Because I return to America firmly convinced that there are those who have fought for democracy long, before the war began, and will continue the fight for years after the hostilities ceased to the ultimate end of equality and brotherhood. I consider that you and your paper are one of those agencies of which I have just written and no "Distinguished Service Cross" symbolizes any more bravery and courage than has characterized your conduct and your efforts. You are not well appreciated by your mates and not only have suffered criticism but have had to fight in the face of opposition from those whose rights you have tried to protect. I know of no better or greater living example of sacrifice and usefulness for a just cause than your life. This in the face my knowledge of the accomplishments and efforts of W. E. B Dufflois, Major Motion, Kelly Miller, and others who have been heralded as leaders. And the fact that you do not have the solid support of the down-trodden, oppressed race whose cause you espouse is a reflection upon their ability to be local and appreciative of what you strive to do. There is no reason why your paper, representing as it does an organ for the thought and a true representation of all that transpires, bringing to the people an accurate knowledge of the truth, should circulate in every colored home in Kansas. The talk and compliments of an individual should fall upon deaf ears on all hands if it appears that this aggrieved individual seeks redress selfishly and not for his people. And this dervy type is the type who feels that he cannot subscribe to a colored paper or patronize any other colored undertaking. The success of your paper depends upon the support of the people and its growth arises from them. I wish your paper success and shall consider that the colored people of Kansas are loyal and progressive when I hear that subscriptions are multiplying in great proportions. And I will believe that colored people are appreciative of unselfish, untiring efforts for their benefit, when they stop talking and do something to show that appreciation, and only then. Respectfully, LIEUT. WESLEY H. JAMISON. Touche, Kansas CALLED WHITE YANKS COWARDS Now First Negro to Be Decorated is Accused in a Warrant. St. Louis, March 29.—A federal warrant was issued late today for the arrest of Sgt. Henry Johnson, negro war hero of Albany, N. Y., on complaint of returned white soldiers who declared Johnson had disparazed their valor in an address here Friday night. The warrant is based on the technical charge of wearing the uniform for a prescribed time. form after a prey attack. Johnson is said to have said that the whites were cowards; that they retreated in the face of enemy fire; that the marines refused to fight in the same trenches with blacks, and that the war was won by the proxies. Johnson was visited by deputy marshals, but his arrest was deferred when he promised to retract the charges in a formal statement to morrow. If he falls in this he will be arrested it was said Following a conference with Col. George K. Hunter, commandant at Jefferson Barracks, more than 100 marines, many wearing the Croz's de Guerre with poles attached a committee of seven to demand that John withdraw the charges. son Winfried the committee visited Johnson he filed Johnson, the first negro decorated in the war and mother neymo are credited with killing four Germans and wounding twenty eight others with bale bolts in a fight at a listening post KANSAS DEFENSE SOCIETY CONTINUES TO GROW At the Second Baptist church, To- ckra the following persons contributed and became members of the Kansas Defense Society Mr. Greene Mr. W. W. Shobe, Sallna Julia Solisburg Mr. S. P. Hawkins C. M. Maples D. Childs S. S. Hester Mr. Geo Charles Mr. Fred M. Stonestreet Lenore Bowen L. C. McCullough, Chanute Rev. P. C. Danforth Dr. Dubble Kansas City, Mo Mr. John Hicks. Mrs. Henrietta Harper Mr. E. G. Greene Mr. Robert Cox Miss Owens Mrs. Jane Smith Mrs. Hodge Mrs. Scott Belcher Mr. Chas. Smith Mr. W. D Cooper Mrs. Pope THEY LEARN TO VILLIFY NEGROES WHEN BABIES. Ten-YearOld White Girl Tells a Malicious Lie About Being Drugged By a Colored Man. Too often the colored people of this community have in no small degree been the object of attack monotonous on the part of some unscrupulous persons to the extent that we feel our duty to condemn these malicious accusations which are based upon no substantial grounds other than race butred and a desire to stir up feeling between the races and disturb the otherwise harmonious feeling in this community. An example of one of the things along the line referred to in anearment on the first page of a local daily in claring headlines "Negro Drugs Little Girl" are a money to the peace and quiet of any community of course people are people who thrive and wax fat upon such stuff after having gained political power by the element of black and white people who believe they are placing men in office who will unhold the law and at the same time be fair to all men. He then socks to remain in the saddle at the expense of the Negro by spreading broadcast any wild unreasonable story that may be hatched on without any investigation "the story related by the so-called "steller" was pure bunk. The little girl claimed to have been attacked by Sevannah and Jackson streets near the heart of the city without surprising attention the villain value has a tendency "stone" with lightning effect Such rot would do credit to Diamond Dick, while opy dillock would grow green with envy. You could take such "done" slip upon the blind side of a rattle snake and take his stuff from him without his moving a rattle. So there you have it, a most remarkable setting—one that would do credit to the exploits of Nick Carter. We can see the villian as he swoops down upon his unsuspecting victim on the corner of or near Seventh and Jackson streets, about 8:15 in the evening a time when all know it is still day light. She screams, bites and scratches her caper but to no avail. He drags her to a waiting buggy at the same time defy administers a sleeping opate, the effect of which is instantenous, but soon after 8:30 she is found upon a porch unharmed save for the temporary hypnotism and a little shaking up, due no doubt to the rough driving of her captor. We wish to say further in all due respect to the able physician who passed upon the victim's demeanor, who敏cleverly fooled and later disproved his diagnosis that said physician should brush up on differential diagnosis on the subjects of Taxicology and mental diseases for the safety of the public if nothing more, for fear that his snap judgment might be the means of committing some unfortunate to the west end of Sixth street HIAWATHA. KANSAS. Mrs. Kate Thorne of Vancouver B.C. who spent two months visiting her sister, Mrs. Geo Walthall, and also relatives in St. Joseph, and Kansas City, left for her home Wednesday evening. Mrs. Walthall accompanied her as far as Kansas City. The Baptist Mission Circle met at the home of Roy, J. R. Richey, Monday evening. The lesson for discussion was found in John 12. A likely discussion followed after which a two course lunchon was served by the losters. One new member, Mrs. Walte. Robinson was added. The next meeting will be with Mrs. A. S. Miller. Mrs. Roxle Maxey, of Kansas City, is visiting her mother, Mrs. Jas. Colbs. The Soft Culture club met with Mrs. William Stockton, Tuesday afternoon. The time was spent in the discussion of current topics followed by a social hour. Mrs. Roxie Maxey was a guest of the club. Rev. and Mrs. Walker left for Kansas City to spend a few days with Mrs. Walker's brother, who has just arrived from overseas. The teachers' meeting of the Second Baptist Sunday school held at the home of Mrs. A. Lennear. Thursday afternoon was interesting and instructive. Rev. M. J. Smith, the Northeastern District Missionary, will preach Friday night. The Carnation Art club met Tuesday with Mrs. Chas. Banks The annual concert of the colored band will be held April 13. The boys are practicing faithfully and deserve the support and encouragement of the public. Miss Edna Greene has returned from Topeka, where she spent the past three weeks. The Queen Eather club, composed of the younger ladies, gave a box social and dance at the Armory, Monday night. A large attendance was present. A large number of visitors from neighboring towns were in attendance. Mrs. Catherine Grier is a president of the club. Note: Correspondents will please write on one side of paper only—Manager. LARNED. KANSAS. Mrs J H McLean, of Tureka, visited here last week. Mr Charles Fox, now of Wichita, and growing the week end with his family. Mr. Sam Shepherd has been quite ill at his home east of town Grandma Madison is recovering from her recent illness Fox entertained twenty children at Mrs. H. G. Smith and Mrs. Chas. a birthday party at the home of Mrs. Fox in honor of Clayton Smith and Wilbur Fox. They received many useful presents. The evening was spent in playing games after which a two course dinner was served at a late hour all departed for their re- al homes wishing them many more baby birthdays. Mr and Mrs Win Smith, of Ash Valley; Miss Edith Hooker of Carthage, Mo; Mabel Shepherd H G Smith and Charles Fox, were also present Praver service started Monday for the revival Rev Anderson is the pastor The patriotic program given by the young people at the Baptist church on Friday evening was a grand success. The meeting was in honor of the returning soldier, Leo Jones, who just arrived from France. He made a brief and interesting talk relating some of his experiences. He is visiting his foster parents Mr. and Mrs. Willis Smith. He graduated from Western University and a gifted orator. A delightful luncheon was served by the ladies in the basement Mrs. John Crow entitained Leo Jones and O Smith at dinner, Sunday The rolls given by the Bohde Mission Circle Sunday was a grand success. Price $1.50 Per Year SOLDIER CASE APRIL 21 Habeas Corpus Argument for Release of Houston Riot Victims Will Be Heard in Court. The United States court has set April 21st as the date to hear the argument in the heabus corpus proceedings for the release of the soldiers being held in prison charged with participation in the riot at Houston, Texas. This case is being pushed by the Kansas Defense Society, and if necessary will be carried to the highest court in the land. You should become a member and assist these young men who are the victims of Southern race prejudice. PLEASANTON, KANSAS Mrs. Daisy Neaves returned to her home in Ft. Scott, Sunday. Ms. Neaves is survived by her children. Mrs. Inn Dellamly returned to her home in Kansas City, Sunday. Rev. Christopher went to LaCygne Sunday to fill the pulpit at the A. M. H. church Miss Bessie Brown, of Mound City, went to Ft. Scott, Monday. Mr. Scott Martin, who had been visiting in Mound City, boarded the train here one day this week for his home in Tepeka. Mrs. Florence Fine went to Ft. Scott Wednesday on business Miss Lucille Armstead of LaCygne, arrived Friday to spend the week end with friends. Mrs R E Fine, of Ft Scott, arrived Friday to spend the week end with her husband Mr. Chas Reddick, of near Boicount, was here on business, Saturday. Messrs. Tom Smith and Ed Pritchett and Henry Ward were in the city, Saturday. CINETOPA, KANSAS. Mrs. Dalay Collettson and Miss Corline Reede visited the correspond- ent last Sunday Mrs. James Jackson is much im- proved in health. Mr. Ulysses R. Smith attended the funeral of Mr. A. D. Glasse, a loyal citizen of Parsons, Thursday. McCabe's Minutrels played an engagement here Thursday night. They were the guests of Mrs. P. H. Bassett while here. Mr. and Mrs. Earle, of McCabe's minutrels, passed through the city Sunday en route to Cedarvale to visit friends. The Home Mission Circle of Little Block Baptist church rendered a program Sunday afternoon. It was well received. Several ladies of the S. M. T. lodge attended the sororal at Oswego, Saturday. Misses Nellie White, Sarah Banks, Inez Horton, Ruby Jackson, Verna Jackson, Mathelle Harwell, called on Mrs. Ulysses R. Smith, Sunday. Miss Helen Harris, teacher at the Timber Hill school, closed her term Friday with much success. She had labored hard with the children; putting forth every effort to make the school a success and satisfactory to all. The parents of the community wish that she will return to them next year, for they found her not only a race woman, but a lady of true Christian character. Mrs. Emma Jackson is reported on the sick list at this writing. Mr. Bundle Grigshy has opened a shop for general repair work on East Main street. The following soldier boys have received their discharge and returned home: Leroy Lydie, James Crowder, Bundle Ezel, Tyler Reynolds and Henry Newman. Mrs. Lucy Hudson visited her sister in law, Mrs. Louise Curtis in Coffeville, who is suffering from lung trouble. Mrs. Florence Black and mother have gone to Bartlesville, Okla. OTTAWA, KANSAS. Jack, the little son of Mr and Mrs Caldin White was painfully injured one day this week by a fall from a pile of brick. Miss Frances Garrett has returned from Independence where she had been for several months. Rev S A Williams went to Iola on business last week. Mrs Ross White was called to Kansas City on account of the illness of her nunt, Mrs Mary Moore. Services for Frank Garrett overseas soldier were held Sunday March 6th at 7:20 at the M. P. church. The pastor Rev S A Sanders assisted by Rev S A Williams of Bohannes Channel Baptist church conducted the services. Private T R Watson mounded the remains from Ellis Island where unite Frank Carratt died March 11th at hospital No. 1 Members of the O A R. Geo Thomas Post attended the funeral in a body, Frank If "Walsh blow "taps" at the grave in Hone cemetery Soldiers discharged from service were polio hearers. They were William and James Williams, Wade McClure Harrison Camper, Olin Wilson and Joshua James. The Mission circle was entertained "Thursday night by Messrs E. I. and Sterling Hughes T. L. Barlow Mess Thompson and Clarence Scott's Ice cream and cake was served by the hoste. Rev James Wilson and wife svent Simmons in Kansas City. Miss Edna Louis was in from Tampa shooting a bullet last week. The Topeka Plaindealer BICK CHILES. . . Editor and Owner SUBSCRIPTION RATES Two Year ..... $1.50 Three Months ..... 1.00 Four Months ..... .40 ADVERTISING LATES, PER MONTH $2.00 PER INCH. Interested at the Postoffice at Topeka, Kau- as Second Class Mail Matter. Address all communications to The Topeka Plaindaleer, at 100 Kansas Avenue, Topeka, Kauas. Money sent by Express- postoffice Money Order or Registered Letter is our risk; otherwise at the risk of the sender. When the attention of The Plaindaleer is called to any misstatement of facts in the columns, or to any error concerning my man or thing, correction will cheer- ly be made. Unused communications, except from our regular correspondents, will not be published. STATEMENT of Ownership, Management and Circulation required by the Act of Congress, August 24, 1912 of The Topeka Plaindealer, published weekly at Topeka, Kansas: Editor. Nick Chiles. No Corporation. Known Bondholders. None. Sworn to by NICK CHILES. EDNA GREENE, Notary Public. Commission expires March 17. 1921. JUDGE LYNCH AND THE LEAGUE Georgia auds her mite to the era of murder and violent death by stringing up or shooting negroes at more or less regular intervals. A colored man charged with shooting a night watchman in Jacksonville, Fla., was taken from the authorities at Valdosta, Ga., recently and shot to death. The heroism of the colored soldiers among the American expeditionary forces has apparently done nothing to dispose the Georgians favorably to the negro sufficiently to give him the benefit of a legal trial, much less an equal franchise. President Wilson some time ago deplored mob rule in this country, but nothing appears to have been done to prevent its infliction on the colored population of the south. Senator John Sharp Williams would not vote for woman suffrage because it extended the privilege of the ballot to the colored women, and it is possible that if Vardaman could insert an amendment in the proposed League of Nations it would be in the nature of a reservation to "kill a nigger" when over times were a little dull SALINA. KANSAS. Rev. B. R. Durbridge, pastor of the A. M. E. church, baptized eight candidates, Sunday. He was assisted by the presiding elder. Mrs. N. E. Wigley entertained with a surprise birthday dinner party honoring her son, William. A delicious two course luncheon was served to Misses Agnes Hudson, Elizabeth Perrin, Geraldine Bryant and Messrs. Clarence Hudson and Estill Woodley. Rev VanLion, state missionary, delivered two good sermons at St John Baptist church, Sunday. Sergt. Joe Banks, son of Rev. and Mrs. W. P. Banks, has returned after eight months' service overseas. He brought back several interesting souvenirs. "Grandma" Allen is seriously ill at this writing at her home northwest of the city. Miss Ovella Hays suffered a severe accident Sunday, by sticking a nail into her foot. At this writing she is unable to walk. Miss Ruth Henderson, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. David Henderson, who for the past two or three years has been employed at Fort Riley, is at home and seriously ill at this writing. Mr. Perry Renroe and Miss Jennie Hoswell attended the K. W. B. C. banquet at the Lamer hotel and report a delightful time. Sergeants Lobstarle and McCall were guests at the Greene home on N Third street, last week. Miss Bessie Greene, who had been teaching at Falum, is home for the summer, her school having closed. We are having nice rains and reasonable weather, and our folks are beginning to take hold of their spring work as though they meant business. A great many of our folks are making improvements around their homes. The wheat crop is looking finer this spring than for many years, and prospects for fruit and other crops are just as promising. There will be no peach crop however. Miss Annabel Scott, was home from Kansas City, Tuesday visiting her grandmother, Mrs. Annie Holmes. Mrs. L. M. Ellis, teacher, and pupils of school District No. 14 gave an entertainment Tuesday at the Oak Ridge Baptist church. The program rendered by the teacher and pupils, reflected great credit upon the good work being done by the teacher, in the way that she is bringing the pupils to see the great need of their diligently applying themselves to their work. The proceeds from the entertainment went to apply on a fund being raised for the welcoming home of the solider boys during the month of August. Some of our folks attended the dedication of Pleasant Green Baptist church in Kansas City, Sunday Mr. Geo Dunn was in Kansas City on business, Saturday. Miss Stella Davis, is confined to her home this week with a severe attack of pneumonia. Miss Cora Sharp, of Kansas City, visited her parents here Sunday. Her mother Mrs. Georgia Ann Sharp, returned home with her. Mrs. Perninah Thompson, visited her daughter, Mrs. Walter Hortis, in Edwardaville, Sundav, where they had a family reunion. The occasion was In compliment to Private Arthur Johnson, and Private Lindsay Johnson, sons of Mrs. Thompson, who have recently returned from duty overseas with the American Expeditionary Forces. Rev. David Thomas, of Edwardville, preached at the Oak Ridge Baptist church, Sunday morning. Dennis S. and Mrs. Thompson, attended the funeral of Mrs. Lucy Page, a life-long friend, in Kansas City, Mo. Sunday. The funeral services were held from the Second Baptist church, of which she had been a member for over forty-seven years. The pastor, Rev. S. W. Bacote, conducted the services, assisted by Rev. O. T. Redd, and Rev. Hall. SATISFYING RELIEF FROM LUMBAGO Sloan's Liniment has the punch that relieves rheumatic twinges This warmth-giving, congestion-scattering circulation-stimulating remedy penetrates without subbing right to the aching spot and brings quick relief, surely, cleanly. A wonderful help for external pain, sprains, strains, stiffness, headache, lumbago, bruises. Get your bottle today—costs little, means much. Ask your drugrist for it by name. Keep it handy for the whole family. The big bottle is economy. Sloan's Liniment Kills Pain The Ladies' Gleaners Club of the A. M. E. church were hostesses to the twelve colored troopers of Parsons who have recently returned from overseas duty last night at the comfortable home of Coroner and Mrs. E. Percy Roberson, 1301 Clark Avenue. Ben Preston, who has seen some strenuous service as chief gunner of a machine gun platoon, reached the city on the night train from Kansas City just in time to join his eleven brothers in arms who preceded him home by a few days. The house, and especially the dining room was beautifully decorated in smoky and cut flowers, the color scheme being pink and white. Music was interspersed between the recital by the various troopers of their experiences "over there" and a most enjoyable evening was spent not the least enjoyable part of which, especially to the returned troopers, being the bountiful spread which closed the evening's entertainment. JOHN ADA'S 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 m.ufacturer. We want live agents to represent us in every city and hamlet in the great West. BOX OF PRESSING OIL, 25c BOX OF HAIR GROWER, 50c Mrs. Ada Montgomery, Manufacturer 1212 Euclid Kansas City, Mo. Branch Office: 517 Shawnee, 11 Worth Don't fail to visit our up-to-date Hair Dressing Parlors at either place SPRINGFIELD, MISSOURI Benton Ave. A. M E. church gave an Operetta "The Pennant" a very beautiful operetta will be rendered at B Ave. A. M E. church Friday evening, March 21, by some of the leading local talent of the Negro race It consists of a pleasing conversation interspensed with solos, duets, trios and choruses, and will undoubtedly be highly enjoyed and appreciated The proceeds will be applied to the new church fund. Springfield Negro honored But Werly Billings, a Negro who is now a returned soldier looking for a job, is the only Negro of the city so far as is known, who is the winner of a crox de guerre conferred on him for his services in destroying illum machine gun nests in company with two other comrades in the battle of Champagne front in which American troops took part. B was one of three soldiers who volunteered on Sept. 12th to destroy the enemy machine gun nest which was directly in front of where his unit was stationed by picking the lions off with their rifles, as they advanced they killed three of the Germans in the emplacement, and the rest surrendered Billings said. Billings lives at 340 Prospect Avenue. Gibson Chapel elects — A rally will be started June 9th by the trustees of the G. Chapel in order to wine out the debt which the church owes. At their meeting the trustees reported that more than $2,000 was JOIN OUR SUIT CLUB-$2 Per Month WE WANT YOUR BUSINESS Ladies Work a Specialty-We Call for and Deliver Your Work E. Nelson Work Neatly Done—Reasonable Price Phone 3051 1037 Woodward Ave raised for the fiscal year ending March 21st, and that no new debts had been contracted, and that all current expenses had been met promptly. The pastor of the church is the Rev, Geo. McK. Miller. The officers of the said boards. Slders. Trustees, Deaconesses, Missionary Societies. The Freedman, and Foreign were elected for one year. The Operetta, The Pennant, was presented to a capacity house, Friday evening, March 21st and received loud applause and repeated encores The cast of characters whose parts were well selected and well acted were: Jamie Abernathy — Lord Woodby Rich; Harold Freeman — Owens, the Coach; Ernest Cobb — Levi Tender, Jewish peddler; W. P. Campbell — Verdant Green. A County Frenchman; Oatis Blakey — Jack Lawson. Captain of the football team. M. E. Thomas — Mr. Jermiah Bond; Miss Mason Mrs Bond; Mrs. Edythe Young Cooper, Daughter Doris of Mr. and Mrs. Bond; Miss Edythe Osbourn, Grass Reno, The Grass Widow. A chorus composed of 8 charming mocking birds. Mrs. Lewis presiding at the piano. Directors of Drama, Mrs. Lewis and Lieut. A. L. Foster, Rev. Lewis, pastor. Central Missouri Annual Conference 1919, convenes Wednesday, April 2, at 9:00 a.m. at Pitts Chapel, M. E church, corner Benton Avenue and Pine streets. Bishop Williams A. Quayle D. D. presiding. On Sunday different ministers of the conference will fill the pulpit, both morning and evening of six different churches of the city. At the Pitts Chapel M. D church Sunday morning at 10:45 Sermon — Ordination of Deacon and Elders by Bishop W. A. Quayle, D. D. Sunday afternoon at 2:30 p. m. mssermon — Bishop A. P. Camphor, D. D. Rev, C. S Webster, pastor Rev, L. R. Grant, D. S. 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You can find a beautiful line of Easter Millinery at reasonable prices at Kahr & Phillips' 825 Kansas avenue. 3 t. Mr. Dan Moore, of Kansas City, attended the funeral of his brother-in-law, Mr. Daniel Hyde, Monday. Mr. Schulen, manager of "The Homesteader," while in the city last week was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. John M. Wright. Calling Cards Beautifully written at reasonable prices. Satisfaction guaranteed—Rev. L. St. Geo. McCallum, 211 E. 13th Street, City. M. D. Hickman who has been seriously ill at her home, 1908 Topeka avenue, is able to be up and around the house. Mrs. Dick Porter who has been slightly indisposed is very much improved in health. Mr. Pete Roberts, one of the popular Santa Fe boys, who had been in Chicago for the past few days, has returned. WANTED—Good Barber. Steady employment and good wages Write—D. E. NICHOLS, 219 N. 9th Street, Lincoln, Nebr. Mrs. Etta Scott McCurry, lady evangelist, is conducting a revival this week at Manhattan. She is one of the finest speakers in the country and her meetings are always successful. Dr. G. Slaughter, who was recently discharged from the army at Camp Sherman spent Monday in the city, the guest of the Jones family in North Toneka. Dr. Slaughter returned to St. Louis, Mo., where he will resume the practice of medicine. WANTED—Reliable young Barber also Bushelman. Married men preferred. Good business—D. C. Nicholas 212 W. North St. Lincoln Neb. Lleut. W. Herbert Jamison in company with his mother, Mrs. W. J. Jamison, were agreeable callers at The Plaindealer office one day this week. Mrs. Mellie Campbell and sons, Logan and Robert, of St. Joseph, Me. are in the city visiting her sister and brother. Mrs Mattle Perkins and Mr. Robt Perkins and wife, 62, Western avenue. Mrs. J T Bell, of Thermopolis, Wyn. was called to Topeka this week to attend the funeral of her father. Mr. Daniel Vede, which was held Monday afternoon from St John 8 M. D. church. Mossen Gon Garner, tenor soloist and Wilson Tears pianist, with "The Homescender" a colored photo play that was played at the Grand last week were members of the Chiles residence, 414 Buchman, while in the city Mrs. W. W. Plumb of Oakland, Calif. is visiting friends in Atchison this week. Before returning to the coast she will visit friends in Kansas City and Tonekn. Mrs. Plumb formerly resided in Tonekn and was the wife of the late W. W. Plumb. Mr William Foster of Carbondale was in the city Tuesday and paid The Plumbdealer an agreeable call and also paid two years' subscription. Mr Foster is one of the prognostic best men of his town and has established a coal yard which is promising under his wise direction. Mr. and Mrs. Fd Greer, of Denver Colo., were called in the city last week on account of the serious illness of Mr. Greer's brother, Mr. Matt. Greer. They will return to their home the last of this week. However before going, Mr. Greer will his himself away to the creek and give the shortmen a few lessons in fishing. Mrs. Greer conducts one of the leading beauty and hairdressing masters in the city of Denver and is doing well. Mrs. Bessie Hawkins Bell, of Chicago, who spent a week with her sister, Mrs. Hester Hardeman and other relatives, and who also visited her sister, Mrs. Lutle Elliott, at Emporia, returned to her home this week. Mrs Nannie Lewis, of Junction City, en route to visit her brother, in Atchison, stopped over Sunday between trains and spent a few hours with Mrs. Anna Johnson, April 2, at From Atchison she will go to her farm near Russell Springs, Logan County to spend the spring and summer. Sergt. Curtis, of Manhattan, was in the city Sunday. He was with Co H. Twenty-fourth Infantry, and was among the first men of his race to invade France. Sergt. Curtis was discharged last February. While in the city he visited at the home of Mrs. Annie Todd and interested the family very much with stories of France. Shiloh Baptist Mission Circle No. 4 has held delightful meetings at the following places: Mrs. Eliza Slaughter, March 13; Mrs. Chas. Bradshaw, March 20 and Mrs. Bettle Bradshaw, March 27, all on Quincy street and with Mrs. Anna Johnson, April 2. at the home of her mother, Mrs. Web- ster on VanBuren street. On each occasion, a dainty luncheon was served. Miss Thresa May, of Manhattan, and Miss Tholma Wilkerson were dinner guests at the home of Mrs. A. M. Dooker, 1159 Lane street, Sunday. Miss Edna Greene returned Sunday to her home in Hiawatha, after a pleasant visit of two weeks. While here she was the guest of Mrs. Arnicholas Chiles Williams. Miss Emma Ellene Cooper and Miss Ota Perkins. Mr. and Mrs. William Gaines and Mrs. James Johnson left Sunday night, for Hennessy, Okla., to attend the funeral of their cousin, Mr. John Clark, who died Sunday, after many months' illness. Mr. Clark was well known in Topeka and has many good, warm friends who will be pained to learn of his demise. The Daughters of Liberty Chapter No. 1 will celebrate their fortifth anniversary at the Federation club house, corner 13th and Quincy streets, Monday, April 14. An excellent program will be rendered. Hon. Elisha Scott, who has been a member, since he was five years of age, will deliver and address. Other addresses will be delivered by Mrs. Susan Tellis and Mrs. Emma Gaines, a charter member. There will also be several musical numbers. Admission free. Mrs. H. C. Smith has returned from Albuquerque, New Mexico, where she had been for the benefit of her falling health. Her many friends are delighted to see her in her beautiful home again with her health so much improved. Rev. T. W. Greene, Jr., of Parsona, was in Toneka last week at the bedside of his brother, Mr. Erin Greene, who has been very ill with pneumonia. Rev. Greene reports his church as being nearly completed. His people are loyal to him and all are struggling to complete the church before the setting of the next conference. We are pleased to announce the marriage of Mrs. Glover, of Kansas City, Kansas to Rev. Nichols, a retired A. M. E. minister, of Hutchinson. Mrs. Nichols is one of the state's leading church workers and a devoted Christian and mother. She has three daughters, Mrs. Earl Beck of Topeka, being the youngest. The newlyweds have the best wishes of The Plaindealer and a host of admiring friends throughout Kansas. Rev. Nichols has preached from the Mississippi River to Puget Sound, and has done much good work for the unbuilding of African Methodism in the West. Card of Thanks—We desire through The Plaindealer to express our sincere thanks to the many neighbors and friends who so kindly assisted us during the illness of our late husband and father, Daniel Hyde. Especially do we want to thank the Magons, the friends in Kansas City and Messrs. Charles and Richard Slaughter who so nobly responded to every heel and call—Mrs. Mariah Hyde, Mrs. Ellen, Bell, Mrs. T. J. Pace, Miss Bessie Hyde, Mr. Frank Hyde. Card of Thanks—We wish to thank the many friends who assisted in the care of our late wife, mother and sister during her late illness—Frank Lesel, husband and Children: Emeline Walker, Mattle Mead and Hazel Freeman, sisters BARBER WANTED Dood wages guaranteed. Write at force to W. A. COVINGTON. 418 Commercial Street, Attchison, Kansas. A WEDDING In Mother Goose Land given by the children of Buchanan kindergarten April 15, 1919 at Shilloh Baptist church at 8:15 o'clock. Characters. Old Woman. Mother Hubbard, Mother Goose. Jack. Jill. Jack Nimble. 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Mrs. Nelson Hilton and daughter, Miss Viola, are visiting in Bogue. Mrs. Ned Perkins is still on the sick list. The Elder Blossom club met Friday at Mrs. B. F. Thompson's for Mrs. J. Scott. Mr. William Davenport is still confined to his bed. Private Hughie Hanks and Mr. Ernest Hanks, of Manhattan, spent Friday with their niece, Miss Myrtle Hanks. Mr. Harold Harris entertained at dinner. Thursday in honor of Lieut. Herbert Jamison. Mr. Daniel Hyde died at the home of his brother-in-law. Mr. Preston Tolbert, 23d and Madison streets. NURSE FROM LONE STAR STATE WEDS A KANSAN A good deal of interest is being shown in colored circles because of the marriage Wednesday evening of Mr Clarence Ewing, a city employee, and Miss Julia Knight, of Belton, Trans. The marriage occurred at the home of the groom's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Albert Walker, 724 Biley street, the ceremony being performed by the Rev. J. T Stewart. Clarence Ewing is a well known colored man. He was taken to Topeka by A. P. Burdick, representative, and was james there during the legislature. He stands well as a city employee, and has many white friends. His bride is a trained nurse, and was called to Topeka by the illness of her sister who was operated on at St Francis hospital there. She stands high in her profession. Mrs. Ewing will return to her home tonight, and in about three weeks will return to Atchison to remain. They will go to housekeeping in a home which will be furnished by the groom at North Twelfth street.—Atchison Dally Glue. Mrs Ewing is a sister of Mrs. Gail Slaughter and it was while caring for her that she met Mr. Ewing. She is an excellent young woman, and although it was the first time she or her husband had ever visited Tonekah, they made many good, warm friends among our best people who cast the proverbal old shoe and wish them a happy voyage down life's rugged stream. * KANSAS CITY, MO. Miss Ethel Penn entertained the Greaso Art club at her home, 1321 Highland avenue. Mrs. Mary E. Bowles entertained the Litney club of the Eudiscal church last Monday at her apartments, 1321 Highland avenue. She raised 18 for her church. Unwarranted Claims Injure the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People. We are informed that at a meeting held at the B Street Bentis church in North Topeka a few Sundays ago, a statement was made that the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People had spent 700 in fighting Jim Crow laws before the recent legislature. This statement is not only erroneous and misleading, but will serve to injure this fine organization and hinder its growth among those whom it is intended to serve. Aside from about $4 worth of printed circulars donated by Senator Capuer, not another cent was spent by the Association in the fight, and the men and women who assisted in carrying on the battle know this is a fact. There is always some colored man at a large gathering who has a supply of surplus gas to blow off, and are not wholly accountable for what they might say. We're not blowing about the amount of money spent by the Kansas Defense Society in this fight but all that was spent came from the Society, and to prove it the treasurer of the Defense Society is willing to publish an itemized sworn statement of all money spent side by side with a like statement by the National Association. Since the President's contention is not true, this is a splendid opportunity to prove it in these columns. Mr. Daniel Hyde, aged 71 years, died Wednesday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Preston Tolbert. In Pleace Audition after an illness of several weeks. Mr Hyde had been living in Kansas City during the past few years and returned to Topeka some three week ago stopping at the Tolbert home while his house was undergoing repairs, but passed away before the work could be completed. He was a pioneer citizen of Topeka, settling here in an early day and made many good, warm, substantial friends among both races. Mr. Hyde was always fair, upright and honorable—thus he lived and thus he died. The funeral was held Monday afternoon from St John A M E. church, of which nomination he was a member. He was also an honored member of Kaw Valley Lodge No 18. A P. & A. M. under whose auspices the funeral was held. Deceased is survived by a wife Mrs Mariah Hyde, three daughters. Mrs. Theo. Pace, of Topeka; Mrs J. T. Bell. Thermouels, Wyn. and Miss Bessie Hyde, of Topeka. Frank Hyde, a son is serving his country in France with the 806th Pioneer Infantry. The floral offerings were many and profuse, thus showing the high esteem in which he was held by a host of friends. His remains were laid to rest in Mt Auburn cemetery. Tyler's Lunch Room AND BARBECUE Barbeued Beef, Mutton and Pork Everything Good to Eat.... 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The return of the gathering of the Church. cultism. ghost." will write me at the following of my subjects and the good of humanity. 1—Under the Brown and Black Man's Reign came the heyec of Christ and Israel out of bondage. 2—Under the White Man's Reign came the birth of C and the care of the church. Between the end of the W Man's Reign and the beginning of the Red and Yellow R Reign will come the brotherhood of man. 3—Under the Red and Yellow Man's Reign will come war against the Church or the "Holy War." The return Ethiopia The Return of Israel The gathering of the Ch 4—What the Church is not 1-Under the Brown and Black Man's Reign came the prophecy of Christ and Israel out of bondage. 2-Under the White Man's Reign came the birth of Christ and the care of the church. Between the end of the White Man's Reign and the beginning of the Red and Yellow Man's Reign will come the brotherhood of man. 3-Under the Red and Yellow Man's Reign will come the war against the Church or the "Holy War." The return of Ethiopia. The Return of Israel. The gathering of the Church. 4-When the Church is not 5-Repentance 6-Conversion 7.-Santification All those desiring my service will write me at the follo address. The above is the outline of my subjects Yours for the cause of Christ and the good of human All those desiring my service will write me at the following address. The above is the outline of my subjects Yours for the cause of Christ and the good of humanity. WEST 2873—BELL PHONE. ETTA SCOTT McCURRY. Evangelist 253 North Ninth Street KANSAS CITY, KANSA All Nations Eat at The Whiteway Cafe RRY. Evangelist KANSAS CITY, KANSAS ETTA SCOTT McCURRY. Evangelist 253 North Ninth Street KANSAS CITY, KANSAS All Nations Eat at The Whiteway Cafe B. F. BRADFORD IPROPRIETOR The Finest Cooks and Best Service .Families Eat Sunday Dinner Here 513 N. Main St., WICHITA, KAN. 632 KANSAS AVENUE 4. THE JEW. 5. THE CHURCH DAY. 7. THE GREAT DAY. 8. THE "BIG TREE." 9. THE REWARD. Catholicism Protestantism. 1 Lamlam. Paranlam. Buddhism. Brahmanism. Toalism and Contusculum. 1 — True Baptism. 2 —The Baptism of the Holy Ghost. 3 —The Christian's Rest. 4 —The right way to pray. 5 —Repentance 6 —Conversion 7. —Sanification TOPEKA, KANSAS SPRINGFIELD, MISSOURI. Mrs Harrison Thomason was called to Chicago on account of the death of her cousin. Mrs. Carrie Foster was called to the bedside of her cousin, Mrs. Moore, of Kansas City. At this writing she is doing nicely. Mrs. L. V McAdams, Mrs. Elliza Stemmons and Mrs. D Cooper Patterson were pleasant callers on Mrs Cora Hardy and Mrs. B. Hardy Curtis. Cards are out announcing the marriage of Miss Alda Marlon Johnson to Mr. Wesley Elbert Walthall, which was solemnized Wednesday, March 5th in Montgomery, Ala. At home, Union Springs, Ala, Box 554 The bride was formerly one of Springfield's most charming belles. The pastor, Rev. Lewis and members of Benton Avenue A. M. E. church are preparing to erect a $5000 edifice on the present site, which is splendidly located, corner of Benton avenue and Center streets Rev. C. S. Webster and members and friends of Pitts Chapel, M. E. church are preparing for the annual conference which convenes April 2. Prof W H. McAdams and wife, of Sherman street, and Mr. and Mrs. Massey, of Clay street, have received word that their sons, Sergt Orville McAdams and Sergi Chance Massey are in New York, having arrived from overseas and expect to be at home soon. Rev McK Miller was visiting his members in the south part of the city Friday Mr. and Mrs Ed Willburn entertained him at dinner. Engold Chapter No. 23. O. E. S. Wednesday, March 27 donated $5 to assist in paying for an operation upon Mr Pea who is confined at the infirmary Miss Adth Fullbright, W M: Rev. D. S. Dorsey, W. P. On Friday, March 7th the Woman's Musical and Literary club donated more than $6 to assist in the institution of a limb upon Mr Pea. It is a man of advanced years but was anxious to undergo the operation Dr. E. V. Harris, and Mrs. Wille Vickers Green, a trained nurse donated their services. The operation was performed March 9th and at this waiting the patient is doing nicely Mrs. Mary Jarrett, president and Mrs. Lon Vickers, secretary. Mr. William Bruce was hostess to the W M and L club Friday afternoon. An interesting meeting from start to finish was enjoyed—the time served too fast. Mrs. Mary A. Jarrett received honor for the best quotation Mrs I V McAdams and Mrs B B Cooper tied on answering correctly the names of noted women of the Bible called for by the president; Mrs McAdams winning by a draw. She received a vase and Mrs. Cooper a jardiner. Datty refreshments were served to the visitors. Mrs E. Young Cooper, Miss E Osborn, Miss Mason, Mrs. M. Vickers Green and members Next place of meeting with Mrs Adah Stephenson, 1603 Earl street The noted author O W. Holmes, continued; Smithsonian division. Mrs. B. B. Cooper spent a very delightful day with Mrs I E Perkins, Sunday. Mrs O. V. Ford is relocating over the safe arrival of her brother, Elmer Hannah from overseas. He will soon be mustered out CHANUTE. KANSAS. Miss Clara Johnson had as her guest, Sunday, Miss Bessie Miller, of Iola. The A. M. E. and Banlst churches of Iola rendered a Biblical play at the Knights of Pythias hall Saturday evening. The committees left nothing undone that would serve to make it a success and assure the visitors that they were welcome. The Busy Bee club rendered a fine program at the Knights of Pythias hall March 21st. Mrs. Battle Campbell entertained the Old Reliable club of New Hope Banlst church Thursday evening. Mrs. Wollie Divon has a show full of beautiful frocks to be made for Easter. Mrs. Florence Brieham is visiting Mrs. W. L. Johnson in Chicago. The latter had rewent a surgical operation Mr. Joe Johnson is visiting in Wichita. Mr. Winston called a meeting on Wednesday evening to organize an S W T Jolow. Mr. and Mrs. Tolor have sold their old home on Santa Fe street and purchased one on W. Graceel. Mr. McCallough is building a seven room honeymoon on W. Kansas. Overgreen Lodge No. 24 Katherine Brydley visited Smith of Martins Lod a No. 10 Jolow where they lived them apart. Thanksgiving. The immunized the ladies. Mrs. Julia White arrived and d this week to be at the bedside of hot sleeper Mrs. Idu Johnson who is very ill. PITTSBURG KANSAS The Guthie, Okla. girl attending the Normal entertained the city girl and boy Tuesday evening at the Progressive hall with a surprise party. Prof and Mrs A. N. Wright on-trained Monday evening in honor of Lent Walker brother of the latter, who paid them a visit from Holler Mo. Lent Walker has several months active service to his end in France and told many interesting stories. The evening was spent in music and games followed by a leisure tee course served by the hostess. The guests were entertained with a soprano solo by Miss Giles and a whistling solo by Miss Edith Bailey. Miss Jessie McWilliams, of Baxter Springs spent the week end in the city. She was the guest of Mrs. Joe Pierce. Mr. Coell Washington and Mr. F. Clayborne visited in Cherokee Sun- tle the houses of Woman's Plan Immigration and Mental Disarmament in the interior In New Chute in the city Drift in mining and dredging a whale game and hunting addresses at the Progressive Hall He also worked half of the Kansas Defense Society for which organization a liberal con- tribution was given. Miss Vyola Heath. In Eighth street. OUR NEW HOME PORD COLLEGE PENDLETON AVE. ST. FERDINAND AVE. Poro Corner DEPARTMENT "A" 35 entertained Misses Alpha Franklin. Adjum Giles, Lenora Smallwood at dinner. Mr. K Dodd, Norman Grayson, Mrs. Grayson, Miss Lola Rogers and Miss Curley Andrews were out motoring Sunday. They visited several towns including Cherokee and Welf. The men's club of Mt. Hebron Baptist church gave a box social last week. Many handsome boxes were raffled. Mr Thomas Early holds the honor of purchasing the costliest box which was $1.10. The smallest box sold was 15c purchased by Mr. Ferdinand Clayborne. Quite a number of young men who have been in service in France returned home last week including Messrs Allen Chipley, Herbert Alexander, Leander Sparkman and others. Mr. Solomon Hester returned one day last week. Mrs. Will Jones has returned from Oklahoma, where she was called on account of the death of her brother. SWEET POTATO CABRAGE AND TOMATO and PEPPER PLANTS for sale. Best varieties Call or write D Chiles Route 27. Topeka, Kansas; phone 3751 K-1. 777—Order of Twelve—333 Write for our 1919 price list for goods you are sure to need this season. Address— T1: Moses ickson Regalia and Supplies Co. 1217 Woodland Ave KANSAS CITY · MISSOURI THE BATTLE FOR THE CITY OF BIRMINGHAM "Are you going to help me hear God-plaver. Miss DeLancy, Rev. East, Rev. Horton and Dr. Boone said you promised to help me go to school." There are millions just like the above, waiting in the wilds of Africa. The Foreign Mission Board is sending out programs for the 24th Annual Missionary Rally to be held Sunday (Easter) April 20th. The Need. We need $7,000.00 for paying our workers this year. We need $1,00 for building already contracted for in building. Any Superintendent who have not received programs should write at once to Secretarv L. G. JORDAN and get all you need free and help your Board "EWEN BLD'G. 701 S. 19th Street. 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