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The Topeka Plaindealer FIGHT REACHES CONGRESS FIGHT REACHES CONGRESS SENATOR CURTIS TRYING TO GET LAW AGAINST LYNCHING Kansas is Pushing Investigation in the United States Senate Through the efforts of United States Senator Curtis, of Kansas, the Senate Judiciary Committee, of which Senator Kaute M. Nelson is chairman, a sub-committee is taking hearings on race conditions in the United States to determine whether the constitution will permit legislation to prevent lynching or if lynchings can constitutionally be made a federal offense. A hearing was given several committees and persons today by the committee. The National Equal Rights League, of which Wm Monroe Trotter, of Boston, is the executive secretary was given a hearing through the following persons: Rev. J. G. Robinson, D. D., of Philadelphia, Chairman and spokesman; Rev. C. M. Tanner, D. D., pastor Metropolitan A. M. E. church, Washington, D. C., Hon. Armond W. Scott, Mr. Jos. M. Nell and Mr. Joseph H. Smith, all of Washington, D. C., and Rev. W. W. Berry, D. D., of Norfolk, Va. Dr. Robinson, in presenting the claims of the race, and expressing reasons why the National government should enact remedial legislation to secure to the Negrohs citizenship rights, said: There need not be any question in the mind of this committee, as it regards the duty of Congress to act. Every safeguard inserted in the constitution for the protection of the citizens of the country is denied the Negro in many sections of the country. If you fear you will pass beyond your constitutional limits, and yet, know that the remedy is needed, and that the States are violating every vantage of the constitution, pass the laws to save the Nation the honor of the fundamental principles of the government. If you know, and you do know, the laws of the land are trampled under foot, and Jincrowmia, and lynching have become a National pastime, pass remedial measures, and let the Supreme court interpret the constitutionality or unconstitutionality of the measure. Let Congress act unmindful of interpretations, and leave some work for the Supreme court. By the time the Supreme court gets through unraveling some of the cases brought before it, the states will begin to wake up to the fact, that they must treat all of their citizens alike. Think of it. Here I am, after thirty years preaching the Gospel, and living an honorable life and being obedient to the laws o. the country, driven from a state for writing a letter to the President of my country. And having a son who went to France and spent eighteen months in those bloody trenches in an attempt with thousands of others, to help make the world safe for democracy." Dr. C. M. Tanner stated to the committee that, "Suffrage, unramelled suffrage will eliminate all the evils in our government. Just so long as Alabama can elect her full delegation to Congress with a less number of votes than it takes to elect one congressman in New York, just so long will there be unrest, and just so long will there be trouble. Congress should not only pass a law making lynching Federal offense, but congress should wipe out every visage of disfranchisement. Upon the proper or improper regulation of the franchise rest the safety of the Nation." After these two speeches, Dr. Robinson presented the following signed document of the committee: "Washington, D. C., Jan, 14th, 1820 "Hon, William P. Dillinger, and members' of the Su Committee of the United States Senate Judiciary Committee, We appear before you, representing the National Equal Rights League of America, an organization which has upwards of two hundred and fifty thousand members scattered throughout the United States. The objects and aims of our organization are to disseminate Americanism and the principles of American citizenship among the Negroes of the United States Believing, as we do, in the principles of righteous government as encouched in the Constitution, we have been appointed and constituted a committee to appear before your honorable body and to lay before you such facts as will assist you in your efforts to wipe out lynchings, mob violence and other forms of un-American practices in the United States. The National Equal Rights League, through its representatives is seeking for the Negro those guarantees that are given other American citizens. We made it a point during the world war to encourage patriotism and loyalty. Now, since the war is over, the democracy for which our boys fought, and many of them died, this democracy is openly and flagrantly denied us in many sections of the country. Having as we do, local organizations in all sections of the country, we are in position to give you much 'first hand' information regarding lynchings, 'Ku Kluxkism', etc. "Our earnest hope and prayers are, that the Congress will enact such laws as will give us relief, and allow untrammmelled Democracy to be enjoined alike by all, and in every section of the country without regard to race, color or creed." "Respectfully, J. G. Robinson, National Organizer, 717 S. 16th St., Philadelphia, Pa. C. M. Tanner, National Treasurer, Fastor Metropolitan A. M. E. Church, Washington, D. C. W. W. Berry, Norfolk, Va. J. L. Neill, Washington, D. C. Armond W. Scott, Washington, D.C. Joseph H. Steward, Washington, D. C. When the hearing was ended, Senator Dillinger asked Dr. Robinson to file with the committee a copy of his pamphlet, "Why I am an Exile," to go in the record, and told him when the committee has its full hearing, he will summons representatives of The National Equal Rights League and take from it any and all evidence that the organization can produce to help in forming the mind of congress in passing the laws we are asking for. HON. W. G. RALSTON FOR PROBATE JUDGE One of the Best Known Lawyers in Shawnee County Enters Race. Hon. W. C. Ralaton has announced his candidacy for the Republican nomination for the office of Probate Judge of Shawnee County. The office of Probate Judge is one of the most important in the county. Nearly every person in the county, at some time, comes in touch with the probate court. The large financial interests involved, the many estates to be administered and the complexity of the legal problems arising, in a county like Shawnee, require the Probate Judge to be a man of mature judgment and an experienced lawyer. The Probate Judge is also Judge of the County Juvenile court Mr. Ralaton is particularly well fitted and qualified to discharge the M. HON. W. C. RALSTON duties of this important office. He is one of the prominent lawyers of the Shawnee County bar. He has practiced law in Topeka for the past twenty-two years. He was city attorney of Topeka from 1909 to 1915. He has been an instructor in the Washburn law school for the last ten years. He is a graduate of Park College and of the Law Department of the Kansas State University. Mr. Ralston is secretary of the Shawnee County Republican Central Committee and also secretary of the Shawnee County Republican club. He was secretary of the Topeka City Republican Central Committee for a number of years prior to the city's adoption to the commission form of government. Mr. Ralston's candidacy is looked upon with favor by the Republican leaders in Shawnee county. This valuable and grafting support comes largely from his loyal and faithful service to the Republican party. His legal experience, recognized ability, genial nature and extensive acquaintance will make him a winning candidate. He would be an ideal Probate Judge. He is known all over the county and state and being a true Christian gentleman and church member fits him for this important office. WAURIKA, OKLAHOMA, We had splendid services here on Sunday. Rev. J. H. Smiley delivered two able sermons at the Mt. Zion Baptist church. Death visited the home of Mr. and Mrs. James and took from the later her loving mother, who had attained the ripe age of 98 years. She had been a sufferer for the past 9 years, but was willing to go. She is survived by one daughter and one grandson and son-in-law besides a host of warm friends. The Rev. Eddie Parker preached the funeral. The Home Mission had charge of the remains. Etta Gill, president; pall bearers: Slieth Weaves. Lacey, Wilson, Bergest, Wilson, Gibson and White. Funeral services were held from the C. M. E. church Interment in Waurika cemetery. PONCA CITY, OKLAHOMA. Mrs. Courtney, 719 S. Sixth street, assisted by her sons, entertained at a swell party on the 11th in honor of the birthday of her husband, Mr. W. C. Courtney. It was one of the most fashionable affairs ever witnessed in these parts. TOPEKA, KANSAS, FRIDAY MORNING. FEBRUARY 13. 1920 A Man's Chance For the Negro ADDRESS OF DR GEO. E. HAYNES Tells of the Negro Before Interchurch World Movement Conference Atlantic City, N. J.—Negroes are feeling a new consciousness of being one hundred per cent American, (Applause) in spite of the newspaper headlines to the contrary. They feel that they have a contribution to make to America and the world, and they ask for the opportunities and the facilities for the development to make those contributions. They have economic contributions to make, as they have made in the United States. They have helped the South to change from swamps to cotton fields, and to blossom like a rose. They have helped to build our railroads, bridge our rivers and tunnel our mountains. And set today they are asking, and a part of our program is to bring the church behind that natural desire, that they may have an opportunity to get work (the facilities through the churches, if you please) to find work, to hold their work, and to be trained for their work the same as other Americans. They wish opportunities for living conditions with housing and neighborhood facilities just like other Americans, both in the rufal districts and urban centers. The housing conditions in every one of our large cities. North and South, where Negroes live are rife with the lack of sewage, with the absence of facilities for garbage collection, of fire protection, of police protection, Vice and crime, from their own group and that imposed upon them from the white world without, are to be found. There are red light districts imposed within or near the Negro neighborhoods. Negroes asked that these housing and neighborhood conditions be changed. And they believe that the church and the Christian conscience of America will see that they are changed (Anpause,.) They ask that in the rural districts the church be the means to bring to the conscience of the landlord and plantation owner the question of housing and living conditions for those who toll upon the land. The Negro needs health. Particularly is there need of provision for medical service; for physicians, hospitals, and nursing service. There is need of educational prognaganda both from public health authorities and from hospitals supported by the Christian church. When you remember that for ten million people there are today in America only about ten hospitals that can be called in any way adequate (and three of those are outside of the South where the great bulk of the population is); when you remember that the Negro physicians today in practically every city, North and South, and in every rural district where there is a general hospital, public or private, cannot follow his Negro patient into the hospital to give him treatment, you see we are face to face with a thing that cries out to American conscience. And health is a matter that concerns all the people. Disease and death draw no color lines. Again, the Negro has something to contribute in the life of America in that good feeling and good humor that makes America a happy place in which to live. The leading comedian of the American stage today is a Negro, Bert Williams. A great many of the popular alrs contributed to American music were written by Negroes, and first presented to the American public through Negro voices. Recreation, then, and provision for recreation in every rural district and in every urban community is a problem of the church. But not only in recreation, and in labor, and housing which should be provided for workers; but in the matter of education, particularly that secondary education so absolutely necessary if we are to have the trained brains for internal, race leadership—all this must receive a new awakening of the American conscience. Our program as adopted after a series of conferences of representatives from all of the church mission boards, and all the distinctly Negro denominational representatives, proposes a national system of three hundred secondary schools of high school grade, twenty-one junior colleges, eleven senior colleges, and as a capstone, three university centers, to provide the supply of and replenishing of 60,000 professional people—physicians, nurses, social workers, college, high school and primary school teachers and ministers. We have about 30,000 teachers and about the same number in other professions. For the supply of the proportion of trained brains and chastened and uplifted spirits that must go into this leadership which is absolutely essential for 10,000,000 Americans, these leaders of education and of church denominations agreed in conference and recommended to the National Council of Review their national program of secondary and higher education. Not only do they ask this for education, but their religious life has been the sole and the greatest un- trammeled expression that the Negro has had in the past. He has something in religion to contribute to America. Those who have studied these spirituals which Mr. Burleigh has sung, which are a part of some five hundred which came up out of slavery, know that they breathe all of the range of emotions of love, joy, hope, fear, triumph or revenge. (Aplause.) Their churches are their life blood. Through them they have found their greatest expression. Fifty out of every hundred of the 10,000,000 Negroes in the United States are enrolled in church membership. (Aplause.) Their ministry has a small proportion of training because they have not had the opportunity to be trained. And today there is no greater service that can be rendered than to give the facilities of training for religious leadership to these ten millions of Negro Americans. Then, finally, they are going to appeal as they have never appealed before to the American conscience for protection of home and life and property, and for their part in our life as American citizens, their share in the civic and community life as a part of the community. They have something to contribute, and they should not be made a drag upon the body politic, particularly in being shut out for participation in community life. My friends, we are beginning to lift our eyes beyond America. We are beginning to see that we have something outside of America to contribute to that great clash of races that is taking place throughout the world. The darker peoples and the white peoples of the world are meeting face to face, and the issue is whether or not the principles of Jesus Christ are powerful enough to adjust the conflict of racial interests. We, here in America, white and black, have the greatest opportunity of any people on the face of the earth—not by talk, or by beautiful speech; not only by word of mouth, but by example of the way we work out our cooperation in community and church and school and economic life—to demonstrate to the world that the power of Jesus Christ can solve these problems, and to send forth from America black men and women to Africa with that experience. And, by the way, the Negro denominations are now putting into their budgets in the Interchurch millions of dollars. The Baptist denominations alone have put in $2,000,000 for foreign mission work to Africa and the islands of the sea where colored people go and live. (Applause.) They can carry more than money. They can carry this message to the darker peoples of the world—that the white race of America has Christianity enough and democracy enough to give them places as men, as citizens, and as co operating brethren in the work of bringing the world to Jesus Christ, and making not only this country the land of the free and the home of the brave, but making that ideal triumphant in the kingdoms of he world. (Prolonged Applause.) JACK JOHNSON TO RETURN AND FACE OLD CHARGES Confident That he Can Surmount Legal Difficulties, Johnson Says Dempsey Must Fight Him to Claim the Championship The City of Mexico, Feb 14.—Jack Johnson, former heavy weight pugilistic champion of the world, plans to return to the United States at once to face charges pending against him in Chicago, Ill., according to a letter shown the Associated Press yesterday by Johnson. The former champion is confident he can arrange legal difficulties in time to fight Jack Dempsey before the latter meets George Carpentier of France, and asserts Dempsey must meet him before he can claim the world's championship. The letter shown by the former champion was written by him to C. F. Clyne, United States district attorney in Chicago. It said Johnson would go to New York by the way of Havana, arranging through the American embassy here for federal agents from Mr. Clyne's office to meet him in New York. This step was for the purpose of avoiding complications, Johnson requested Mr. Clyne to give him thirty-six hours of leeway after he arrived in Chicago, so that he might secure bondmen and make other legal preparations. Johnson asserted yesterday that he weighed 213 pounds, but would go into training immediately after reaching the United States and would be able to easily make his old fighting weight. During the eight years that Johnson has been out of the United States he has visited virtually every country in the old world and South America. Jack Johnson was tried in Chicago early in 1913 on charges of having violated the Mann "white slave" law and, being convicted, was sentenced to a year's imprisonment in the fed- eral penitentiary at Leavenworth, Kansas. Johnson appealed, but before the case was argued before the higher court he forfeited his bond of $15,000 by feeling from his home near Chicago to Montreal, Canada. Late in June, 1913, he sailed for Europe and has not been on American soil since that time. News to District Attorney Charles F. Clyne, United States district attorney, who prosecuted John Arthur ("Jack") Johnson on a charge of violating the Mann act, said early today he had received no communication from Johnson since he fled from Chicago. Mr. Clyne would not comment upon the probable reception of Johnson should he follow his announced intention to return to Chicago and face the charges against him. Johnson's indictment grew out of allegations that he paid the railroad fare of a woman from Pittsburg to Chicago. A NEGRO I. W. W. OUT ON BOND Ben Fletcher of "Bill" Haywood's Gang Released from Leavenworth Leavenworth, Feb. 7.—Ben Fletcher, only Negro I. W. W. confined at the Federal prison here, was released this month by a bond of $10,000 pending an appeal of his gang Fletcher, a member of the "Bill" Haywood gang, is a graduate of a Negro university. He left immediately for Chicago. A VISIT WITH HOME FOLKS A VISIT WITH HOME FOLKS A PLAINDEALER SCRIBE GIVES DENVER THE ONCE OVER (By CEO, K. WILLIAMS) (BY GEO. K. WILLIAMS) We visited the headquarters of the musicians' union which has a membership of forty skilled musicians of which W. H. Graham, formerly of the Plainfield Mr. Graham has been a Plainfield Mr. Graham and is widely known as a composer of no mean ability. He is kept busy with his trio of musicians and has the best white patronage of the city. He now placing some new compositions on the market. The city of Denver, and the race as a whole are to be congratulated in having in its city and as pastor of its largest church, the Rev. W. W. Thomas, formerly pastor of Allen Chapel, Kansas City, Mo. A profound thinker, a scholar and an eloquent pulpitere, the Reverend stands shoulder to shoulder with modern day preachers. Altho small in statue, he has a largeness of heart and is a power in any community. The membership of Shorter has increased since his connection and the condition of the church is excellent. He outlined his plans to us for a big Western University Day on the fourth Sunday in the month and had secured the Rev. J. R. Ransom, of Wichita, to fill his pulpit on that day. Thru-the courtesy of Mr. Walter Pritchett, a former Kansas, we were extended an invitation to visit the plant of the Mountain States Telephone and Telegraph Co., and in company with Attorney Cary and Mr. L. H. Lightner, supreme secretary of the American Woodmen, we are arrived at the general office on the tenth floor where Mr. Pritchett holds the position of attendant-clerk, having a desk in the main office adjourning the president. We had the pleasure of meeting and shaking hands with the vice-president, secretary and treasurer, all of whom were high-class business men who expressed an appreciation of our interest in the company and took the occasion to invite others to visit the plant that an idea might be had of the many complex problems confronting a large concern upon whom the general public call daily for efficient service, and to observe the every effort made regardless of money to give that service. We were placed in charge of Mr. Johnson, an employee of years, who was familiar with every detail of the business and for over two hours we were shown the various workings of the plant from the tenth floor to the ground. From the head office down to the cafeteria including the training school where beginners receive instruction in the many intricate phases of modern telephonic methods to the main switch board where scores of busy girls were making every effort to give the constantly calling, impatient public, instant service. We can now fully appreciate the service of an operator since that visit. Thru the efforts of Mr. Pritchett, telephone service is now in operation at Dearfield, Colo. We found our old friend, Chas. West, in charge of affairs of the Atlas Drug Co., operated by a white man, but managed by this young race man, assisted by several young men who serve the public to their satisfaction Mr. West is a well trained business man and looks after the entire building, renting offices, store space, as well as the duties of the branch postoffice. Denver's professional men are few Dr. Spragat, Westbrook, Ford and fluff of long standing with Dr. Terry, an active young physician who is making good in the community, serve the lilies of the race, white Dr. T. E. McClain still holds full sway in the field of dentistry. At the state house we found Mr. Price $1.50 Per Year Foster, state commissioner of immigration who lending every aid possible to have our people locate in the state and settle in the great farming belt. Mrs. Mable Fallings, the matron of the building has a nice office where she is found at all times. Mr. Geo Grove Mr. Geo. Gross is at present messenger to the governor. At last, our bosom friend of playmate day, E. S. Plummer has married. Aside from handling Uncle Sam's mall all day, he has settled down in his own little cottage to take orders for life. He was a long time getting there, but better late than never. Mrs. Mary Holmes still occupies her place in the political life of the city in which she is active in all movements relative to the race. We had the pleasure of addressing the Y. W. C. A. at its Sunday afternoon meeting and find that much interest is being taken by the women of the city and plans are being made to secure a building which will be used for that department. A paid secretary has been arranged for and the scope of her work broadened. Mrs. Gertie Ross, wife of Attorney George Ross, deserves much credit for her activity in bringing the work up to the present status. She is an unfitting worker in the interest of the race. She is responsible for a number of movements out of which has come much good. The Y. M. C. A. has a campaign on and the prospects for a contribution from Mr. Rosenwald are very bright. The organization owns its present building, a suitable location for its new building. Mr. Bell, the secretary, is pushing things to the limit. Some go and others stay. In this case John stall on the job. For over twelve years John Watkins has occupied the position of head soda dispenser for the John Thompson Co. By his efficient and business like methods he has established himself and made good in spite of the several changes in the management. We found him on the job giving his usual good service to the public and doing well. We were pleased to accept his dinner invitation and missed a meal or two in order to be prepared. At his beautiful home presided over by his charming wife we were seated to a most appetizing meal. In company with a number of his friends after which we listened to a musical program rendered by a part of Prof. Geo. Morrison's orchestra, the leading musical organization of the city. Mr. Morrison though a young man, is an artist and a skilled musician. His violin selections showed both the soul and technic of the master violinist. With his brother, Lee Morrison, Eugene Montgomery and James Walker, we were entertained at length by vocal and instrumental selections. Their work being among the leading white clubs and other organizations of the city, Mr. Morrison devotes all his time to music which necessitates his owning a handsome limousine for the convenience of himself and players in getting around the city in their work. Mr. Morrison is a product of Colorado and a credit to the state. We also met Mrs. Morrison and their little daughter. At Colorado Springs we were the guests of Miss Willa Smith and her sister, Mrs. Lucile Jordan, at their cozy little home, where, we were dined and well cared for during our short stay. We found them in good health and doing nicely. At this place we found the Rev. A, Wayman Ward, a busy and active man, as pastor of the A, M. E, church serving his second year. At his home we found his family well and in good cheer. Mrs. Ward a former Kansas City, Kansas School teacher has made a host of friends in that city and is very much impressed with the west. HIAWATHA. KANSAS. Rev. G. Alexander, pastor of the Second Baptist church of this city, after closing a successful meeting at Oakalosa, left for Independence to attend a meeting of the state board of which he is a member. The Rev. J. R. Richey is preparing to have a grand rally at the Second Baptist church in Horton. He is endeavoring to complete a $3000 building. He will be assisted by the Rev. J. W. Hayes, moderator of the Northeast District Association. Mr. Willard D. Fuget and Miss Nina Trigg, of Horton, motored to Hawatha, Feb 2d and were quietly married at the residence of Rev. J. R. Richey, who officiated. Those present were: Mrs. J. R. Richey, Mrs. Mabel Banks, Miss Marlon Richey, and Mr. Eugene Fleming, of Horton. The Mission Circle met at the residence of Mrs. Benj, Maxey, Sr., Monday evening. The next meeting will be at the residence of Mrs. Benj, Maxey, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Geo, Walthal are on the sick list. Mr. and Mrs. Carl Alexander is improving in health. Mr. H. C. Greene shipped several choice Belgian hares to Toneka a few days ago. When the attention of The Plain dealer is called to any misstatement of facts in these columns, or to any error concerning any man or thing correction will cheerfully be made. Unsigned communications, except from our regular correspondents, will not be published. SALINA, KANSAS. The Union literary society met at the A. M. E. church Friday night. A splendid program was rendered. We were favored with a paper, "Honor Your Parents" by Mr. Winfield McGee. Debate, "Observation is a Better Asset to Education Than Books," was ably discussed by Mr. Wm. Jordan and Mr. Arthur Garrett who "affirmed" and gave three more points than Mr. Theo. Banks and Rev. Burbudge. Mr. Jordan is quite a debator. He is a senior in Salina High school. The debate proved to be very interesting. Much credit is given the critic, Rev. Burbridge, whose reports show a wonderful improvement along all lines of the society. The society will meet at the Baptist church next Friday night, where a splendid program of music has been arranged. Mrs. Essie Bryant was called to Emporia on account of the illness of her daughter, Miss Geraldyne, who is attending the State Normal. Miss Naomi Parker is visiting in Junction City. Mr. John Gordon made a business trip to Kansas City. He reports a successful trip. Mr. Bryant Hayes returned from Wichita, where he had been at work. The colored citizens had a get together meeting at the Baptist church in which a business league was organized. The following officers were elected: President, Mr. O. T. Green; secretary, Rev. O. H. Burbridge; corresponding secretary, Mrs. Berdie Woodley; treasurer, Mr. C. A. Reid. The colored people must together and make employment and business for themselves. We are praying for the success of the colored people of Salina. Miss Anna Green, teacher at Franklin, was a guest of Miss Laline Cole last week. The ladies of the City Federation held a very successful meeting at the Baptist church Wednesday afternoon. The clubs are active and doing good work. Mrs. Height, mother of Bob Height departed this life at the home of her son, Saturday, Jan. 31. She was visiting here from Indianapolis, Ind. To the bereaved one we extend our sympathy. Mr. Robert Matthews died at the home of his parents January 25. He had made his home in Chicago for the past seven years, being brought here a few weeks before his death. He was a member of the A. M. P. church. The funeral services were beautifully conducted, the Rev. O. H. Burbidge officiating. To the bereaved family we extend our sympathy. Mrs. W. P. Banks has been ill but is rapidly improving at this writing. The Baptist church showed a remarkable progress in their annual report. Amount raised during the year. 81249 At the Baptist church Sunday, the pastor, Rev. W. P. Banks of Liverpool two able sermons. It being the first Sunday in the month, the Lord's supper was administered. All services were well attended. Collection 311. The Sunday school has a large attendance and deep interest is manifested by all. Rev. O. H. Burbridge, pastor of the A. W. D. church, preached two splendid sermons Sunday. He is a young and well educated man of high Christian integrity. The services were well attended. Great progress is being made along all lines of the church work. Mrs. Lillian Finch, who recently had an operation is recovering. We are pleased to note her improvement. Mrs. Savanna Owens is on the sick list. KANSAS CITY, KANSAS. The funeral of Mr Henry Lafayette Calhoun, 928 Oakland avenue, was held Tuesday, January 20 from Metropolitan Baptist Temple, the Rev. D. A. Holmes, pastor, delivered the sermon, using for a subject "And God Shall Wipe Away all Tears." It was under the auspices of Operative Sons Lodge No. 2136 Odd Fellows and Intercity Merchants Band of which he was manager Invocation—Rev. I. Lock Hymn—Cheir, "Rock of Ages" Resolutions— Excelsior Club Mrs. B. S. Jones Band—Mr. Oran Murray. Bright Eagle Court of Calanthe. No. 19—Mrs. W. Washington Metropolitan Daniel Temple—Mrs. I. N. Thomas. By Request Biology and Original Poem—Mrs. M. C. Matthews. She portraved his Christian triumph over sin so visibly and told of his favorite song which caused much weeping, as Pastor Holmes sore, "Dressed Jesus. He's the One," which was the M. the Big Lawyer of Hiawatha will appreciate your vote and support for Judge of the Supreme Court. R. Johnson. Deceased was also a member of Cooper's International Union. They gave fine floral tribute and some of the members attended the funeral. The funeral resolutions and floral tributes were many, and beautiful. He leaves to mourn a loving wife, two daughters and many other relatives and friends. Card of Thanks. We desire to thank the Odd Fellows as a whole, Cooper's International Union, Intercity Merchants Band, Rev. D. A. Holmes and members of Metropolitan Baptist Temple, neighbors and many friends here and in other cities who assisted us in so many ways during the illness and upon the death of my husband, father and brother, Mr. Henry Lafayette Calhoun also for the many beautiful foral offerings given and pray God's blessing upon them—Wife, Mrs. H. L. Calhoun; Mrs. Lillian Johnson and Mrs. Zelma Franklin, daughters; father, Mr. Benjamin Calhoun; Mrs. Hettle Brown and Mrs. Lillie Haney, sisters. Dr. S. H. Thompson is receiving from his recent illness. Mr. Theo. Jones, who was strickened recently is improved in health. Mr. W. G. Wood, popular letter carrier, died and his funeral was held from the Metropolitan Baptist Temple last month under the auspices of the Masonic order. Mr. Sanford Brown and letter carriers were pall bearers. He was a high-class citizen and well known by all races. Floral tributes and resolutions were many and beautiful. He leaves a wife, brother and other relatives besides many friends to mourn his demise. Mrs. Oscar Williams, 636 Garfield, was buried from the Eighth Street Baptist Tabernacle Monday, January 25th. She was a fine Christian lady, active in church and lodge circles, and loving wife and mother and a loyal neighbor. She was a member of Pearly Gate Temple, S. M. T. under whose auspices the funeral was held. She leaves a husband, eight children and other reatives. The floral tributes were many and beautiful. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Davis are now located in their new home purchased last fall which is very neat at 625 Parallel. Mrs. Davis is very at 629 Parallel. Mrs. Davis is very Mr. and Mrs. Will Searcy are now located at 841 Nebraska avenue. Attorney Forrest B. Anderson, 529 State avenue is still receiving congratulations upon the announcement of his candidacy for representative from the Elighth district. Smith and Tompkins Drug Store Bell phone Fairfax 4519. Southwest corner Third and Troup avenue. Mr. James A. Smith is a fine drug-gist and experienced in the handling of prescriptions. He has a fine wife who assists him in the store. They are both very fine and popular young people. Mr. Smith had been with the People's drug store on the Missouri side for many years and lastly at the White and Wood drug store, has won success at each place and has a host of friends. Their residence is over the drug store. Mr. E. T. Alwell, a social worker, from Booker T. Washington's school, addressed the ministers at Metropolitan Baptist Temple and delivered a similar address to ministers at Alen Chapel, in Kansas City, Mo. The Citizens' Forum held memorial services for letter carrier, W. G. Wood; and Prof. Grisham made an address and Letter Carrier Davis made remarks and read a poem, and Mrs. M. C. Matthews, gave a prose sketchn and an original poem entitled, "Our First Forum President." Rev. Sawyer, of the M. E. church has been quite ill." Rev. McNeal is better of his illness. The town of Dearfield in the Dearfield settlement, two miles south of Masters on the U. P. railroad, northeastern Colorado in Weld County, is the most prosperous, Negro town of its age in the United States. The town and settlement are situated near the Platte River, and the farming settlement lies between the Union Pacific railroad and the Burlington railroad in the Platte River Valley, comprising a territory of about eight square miles of the best cultivated and virgin land in the state. The farming settlement was begun in 1910 and now has a prosperous population of 500. The town was started two years ago to establish the business necessary to accommodate the farmers' needs. The town has a general store run by Mr. A. C. Martin, of Arizona; a blacksmith shop run by Square Brockman of Wathena, Kansas; a hotel run by Mrs. Florence Copeland of Denver; a cement block plant operated by Mr. Wm. Smith, a long distance telephone with a farmers' private line connection, operated by Walter H. Pritchett and Henry Downey. There is now in course of erection by one of the townsmen, a City Hall, 30x80 feet to be used for public and social gatherings, moving pictures, and other entertainments. Mr. Henry Misher, of Wyoming and Mr. J. D. Brown, of Mississippi, are building a bank block and will conduct The Dearfield Brokerage and Loan business for the present with a capital of $20,000. Later they are to establish a First National Bank with a good capitalization. These men are representing a total capital of their own and associates of $1,000,000. R. B. Roberts, of Taft, Oklahoma, has selected ground for the moving of his mill and elevator to Dearfield in the early spring. A canning factory and a creamery are also being considered. A little investigation of the Dearfield town and settlement will readily prove to parties desiring a prosperous location in a thriving Negro community that the town of Dearfield is not a paper proposition, but is a live, going success. There is room for many new enterprises as we can support all the kinds of business found in any well established community. Now is the time to invest in business lots and tracts while you can buy direct from the original owner before they fall into the hands of the speculators who will demand double the price they are now selling for. The agencies for the town of Dearfield are The Dearfield Brokerage and Loan Co., Dearfield, Masters P. O., Colo., H. Misher and J.K. D. Brown, Dearfield Agency, 720 East 26th avenue, Denver. Colo; S. C. Powell, real estate agent. 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NOW OPEN FOR BUSINESS First Class Rooms. Cafe and Dining room open at all hours. Phone Grand 3727. Also Long Distance. 1708-1711 Wainut St. Kansas City Mo. Auto Service at hand. MARY HARRIS Mme. BEARD'S HAIR GROWER cures all scalp disease, stops hair from falling out and promotes a natural growth of new hair, making two hair long, soft and glossy. Mme. BEARD'S HAIR GROWER Snittaker For Your Con ALL CONDUCTORS WILL SELL CARS OF FIVE FOR THIRTY CENTS. YOU THE ANNOYANCE OF GETTING PENN ASK THE CONDUCTOR, HE'LL BE MODATE YOU. TICKET .N AND Q WILL ALSO PQ ON SALE AT THE AND THIS COMPANY'S OFFICE. The Topeka Rail For Your Convenience LECTORS WILL SELL CAR TICKETS FOR THIRTY CENTS. YOU WILL SAVE STANCE OF GETTING PENNY CHANGE. THE CONDUCTOR, HE'LL BE PLEASED TO YOU. TICKET IN ANY QUANTITY IN P2 ON SALE AT THE TOPEKA EDG COMPANY'S OFFICE. Topeka Railway ALL CONDUCTORS WILL SELL CAR TICKETS IN STRIPS OF FIVE FOR THIRTY CENTS. YOU WILL SAVE TIME AND THE ANNOYANCE OF GETTING PENNY CHANGE. ASK THE CONDUCTOR, HE'LL BE PLEASED TO ACCOMMODATE YOU. TICKET IN ANY QUANTITY DESIRED WILL ALSO PQ ON SALE AT THE TOPEKA EDISON CO. AND THIS COMPANY'S OFFICE. 90 Poundo Tabervalocia, may use it under plain directions ABCHILINE • • 250 Poundo 40 ARCADE BUILDING --- FOR BUSINESS room open at all hours. Phone Grand 1708-1711 Walnut St. Kansas City at hand. Transformations and hair goods or all kinds. Her prices are reasonable and the goods the best that can be obtained. No letters answered unless stamps are sent. Address, Mme., M. BEARD, 516 S. 16th St. St. Joseph, Mo. OE eh a Rha ager rest ae bf LET RNC UA TAPS fo FERS PPLE RE OR EO RT RR ETS ARATE ST ek ae eg ech EA scp SORRD SO oI MES calm i mle I I 2d RO Lu at CO ea r ag'e ‘ak . . be 6 1 i a i RN a ls a it whee Libadlny ti 9 a. aa att aa ali cre, ie aR ae el a ca celts “ey ce ; yee ‘RD’ Pe DURING THE WEEK. Y. 20 It ten't too tate to Joln our coal maving clib, Do it now, To peka Coal Company.—Adr. Een, Dee tn Shtanenion ta ‘of Great Bend, whois sojourning in California, He fs well known jn To- ,Peka and over the state, }10MEB WANTHD—A colored baby “boy light complexioned and a colored Deby girl dark complexioned and: fine colored boy thirteen years old. ‘Address, The Kanms Children's Home Society, 918 Kansas Ave., To- peka, Kanses, Ewe abte | tr ben gage Ip i 5 qr hand He te go: : parating « ci vé Brug stores. ye Saunders will be remembered y*many Topekanajas he wae at one time pharmaciat with B. 8. Lee, Sruggist, jn this city, coming from Qmaha, Nebr., where he was reared and edocsted. Mr, Saunders is a energetic business young man and we feel certain that he will make a euccess of the ventore. ‘WHY DO YOU WEAR GRAY HAIR? Prince Henry's Hair Dye will re store your gray hair to its natural color and reduce your aged appear- ance 15 to 20 years. Sold or applied by H. H, OHOTEAU, Hair Specialist, 110 Kansas Ave., Topeka, Kansas, Mrs, Julia Meaux, who passed away at her home in Highland Park, was buried from her home Tuesday afternoon, ‘The Benevolent Society had charge of the services, Inter ment in Mt, Auburn cemetery, When sickness comes and the pay stops, the Security Insurance Co., comes to your rescue. Call J, J. HOLMAN, at Red 2645, ‘Mra. Mary James, 131 N VanBuren street, who bas been quite iil is bet- ter at this writing, The Union Leaf Cleaning Co., 1401 Kansas avenue Is doing excellent work, Give them a trial, All work gusranteed.—Aaron Green and Son, Proprietors, Phone $262, Mra, Rosa Jackson attended the funeral of her cousin's husband, Mr, Burke, in Kansas City this week and ‘wan’ much impressed with the Wood- men of the World, who paid the death claim’ at the funeral, * FOR SALE—Upright Piano in good condition for $100 cash, Phone Red 4783. tee — For protection against all sickness ‘The Security Insurance Co., is the thing, See J. J, HOLMAN, Phone Red 2645. ow, eet igre emest EST -" Bert Patrick, ‘salesman and adver. Using agent for the Kashmir Chem!- eal company, spent a few days in the clty this week pushing the products of that company to the Imit. He Eresented us with the most elerant Piece of advertising matter we have ever seen put out by a race enter prise. Tho Karhmir people are up todatq on modern day advertiaing, ‘Mr. Patrick is o live-wire in the sell- tng game, I WANT TO GET MARRICD—Iiclto girls! I am looking for a help- ale Here 1 am girly, IT want to try a real Hght brown skinned or mulatto wonan 21 to 35 scars of age, Who will he first to write mo? T would be glad to holy make a home happy with an upright refined and cultured lady, 1 live a Christian Ilfe,—W S RONPRTSON, 323 Laly St, Now Albany, Ind, Mr. T W_ Tronne journeved to Wyandotte last week for the pnre pose of attending the Lincoln Tay banquet, however, the fu tan was jn Vagne ‘and the banquet was ye t- poned unt] the 2td, Ho reports that the officers are preparing ta rive on alaborate affalr ond invite the gen. eral publie, Mr. Troupe informed: the boxe If they could not handle the club 9% of old to gend it back to| Topeka where it war born that ic could be carried on successfully. Mr, Troupe spent several days visite ing old friends, . WANTED—Midale aged woman to cook or to assist in cooking 4 permanent home if desired —0,W. MsCord, 319 Kaners Ave, Topeka, Kansae, For protection against all sickness ‘The Sceurity Insurance Co., fa the thing See J, J, HOLMAN, Phone Red 2645. BAKER WANTED—Colored, apply with Eee recommendation to Tas- kell Bakery (colored) or fo Valley Mercantile ‘Ca,, Haskell, Okla, Wighand Park, 26th and Adams etreeta, Tor Sale—tlouse, 6 lots, 37 bearing cherry trees, cistern and well; elght lots north of ball_park sown in alfalfa, A snap—Phono 4203 K-2, One of the hardest bills to meet is Ne Ot Ne URS ee ore seme i a err A pd RE aL, 3 ie eae iT ‘al ar cER THING Ras PS mune coe ast Sima (; eh des | = BEST PATENT © 4,1 SHARD WHEAT FLOUR, Hi ses eon 8 TCO Se = Comer PIERCE ADDITION NOTES Mra, Nettle Greene tn ill at b ra, Nettle Greene is i! at ber iL draet-oot Trenty. fourth, pnd Monroe weets=s—w = * Little Elizabeth Bigbée is Improv. ing slowly at Christ hospital, where whe uhderwent’an operation, Mrs. T. W. Greene visited last week with her mother and sister in Leavenworth, . The’ Elder Blossom club was enter. talned by Mrs. G. A. Bigbee, Fri- day afternoon at ber home on Twenty: first and Adams streets, Miss Vica Willams has returned from a six months’ visit in Denver, Colo., With her uncle, Mr. Horace Mason. Mrs. Adeline Lewis died Sunday afternoon at tbe hoop of her davgh- ter, Mrs, Amelia Tolbert on Twenty- third and Madison streets, Rev, H. M. Alphin, pastor of the Second Christian church, Mr. and Mra, R. P. Jackvon and Mrs. J. T. Watkins, all of Kansas City, and Mr. and Mrs, Ball and Mrs. Moore and daughter, of Ottawa, attended the funeral of Mrs. Adeline Lewis, Tuesday afternoon. THE BLUE GOOSE CAFE in the place to get good meats, All kinds of good eats, Home cooking. Tho right place to eat—Mrs. T. H. ELLIOTT, Prop., 1715 E, 12th 8t., Kangae City, Mo, WANTED—First<iass barber, young man preferred, also a good presser or bushelman, Write, D. E. Nichols, 219 N, Sth Street, Lincoln, Nebr. KANSAS CITY,. MISSOURI Mrs. Mollie Cox. is now reating comfortable at Wheatley-Provident hospital, where she underweht an op- eration February 10th and is expect- ing to be at home within a week or ten days, 47. = NOTICE. To the Presidents W. M, M. 8., cf the Kansas Conference; Dear Co-Workers: After kindest re- gards to you, and wishing you a pros: perous and. happy New, Year, this comes to tnfarm you-of tome of the plans and suggestions fot our year's work, Please If you haven't orga- nized a society do so at once, for I trust in thé New Yoar you ‘will bave resolved to do more and better work for the Master along missionary lines. I want to urge especially that you or- ganiza the young people for In them we have our future missionary work- era, Please send for the Misstonary Hand Book of the Young People’s De- partment from the general secretary, Mrs, C, 8. Smith, 35 Alexanderine BE. Detroft, lich, ‘The price of this Uitle book’ is 35¢, tno cents postage. Givo especial Interest to the saying of souls, To stimulate the growth of your mlustonary work, create a local treas- ure to do charity work In your com- munity, For a suggestion have a “Sunshine Tox” at each meeting and ak the members ta drop in a fire will offering. Tf you haven't already outlined your charity course, T would sucgest hs some of our sncleties are doing, tse the International S. 8, Tersons or think of some Irtereating tople ‘0 be discussed at each meeting. WW might be timely to ask cach member to have a thank offering hoe In the home and for some of our many blessings drop in a coin, OT trust. these stizgestions willbe ‘of coma help to you. Wil be glat to hear from you at anv time and renier any Rervice possible, Yours for Misslonr, Mra, J, 3, Watson, 1205 8, Warh- ington Street. Topeka, President of the Kansas Conference Tranch Mra, M, EK, Gentry, Corresponding Secretary, 615 Morris Ave, Topeka, wn ee District Court of Shawnee Counfy, Kaneos, Filsira ardy, et al, Plaintiffs, vm No 32859. Maggie Dunn, et al, Defendants, PUBLICATION NOTICE To the defendant, Susie Wagner, erecting: You are hereby notified that suit hos been filed against you and the defendant, Maggie Dunn, petition in which rald suit has heen on the 31st day of December, 1919, filed {n the oMecs of the clerk of tho District Court of Shawnea County, Kansns, That ralt suit ts one in partition of the following described real estate lying and situated in Shawnee Coun: ty, Kaneas, towit: The north three +0) neres of the south.ten (10) acres of n tract of nnd beginning 40 rods east and 51,66 rods south of the northwest quarter of Section 4, towne ship 12, range 36, east of the Cth p. m, thence south 65,33 rode thence past 40 roda; thence north 65,33 rods; thence west 40 rods to place of be- ginning, and you are notified that un- fora you anawer said petition on or Defore the 1h day of March, 1929, the petition In sald auit will be taken as true and judgment rendered against you accordingly. JAMISON & JAMISON, Attorneys for Plaintiffs, (Attest) Mary E. Chapin, Clerk District Court. oa i CHERRAYVALE, KANBAS,. ¢. Mr. R. J, Creeges wae called tr the bedside of bis brother, ae J ‘W. Creexes, Mr. Etisworth Greene is over from Parsons visiting hie parents and friends, Rev. A. W. Walker preached here last Sunday. Mr, Dave Landis js much improved after a week's SIiness. His mother Is expected to arrive from Denver, Colo., to look after him. Rev. J, H. Daniels bas returned from Ft. Smith, Ark., accompanied by his little niece. . Mra, Ives Landis {s caring for her brotherinJaw, Mr. Dave Landis Rev. J. W. Creeges is very ill at thie writing, Dr, Davie, of Indepen dence is attending him, Rev. C, W. Brown was a Parsons visitor, Sunday. Mrs, Jennie Middleton ¥aa down from Chaprie visiting her mother, Mrs. Cle. Daniels. Mra, Marie Wheaton bas a regular position at a cafe in Chaxute. ae Floyd Carrivitt and son, Chee ter, left Saturday for Kaneae City to visit her father, Frank Brady Mrs, Addie Oliver and niece, Mrg. Fred Henderson left Saturday for Arkansas to visit Mra, Oliver's father-in-law. Mr. Arthur Toliver is butchering for his mother-in-law, Mrs, B. Rat+ elitr. ‘The opening of Creeges and Landis’ cafe will be held in February. Our B. Y. P. U, ts getting along fine, We are in doubt as to who will get the banquet now for all are. struggling for it, Our collectina for, Sunday was $11.75. 1OU-AL-GENE Toilet Preparations have come as & boone to the human family, Men, women and children will be bene: Mted by using these wonderful gifts of this the greatest age that the world has ever known. All who know how to value thelr personal ‘appearance worth giving attention will not fall to give these preper ations a trial. LOU-AU-GENE Hair Grower promotes the growth of the Hair by keeping the scalp in 8 healthy condition, which will prevent premature graying and falling of the Hair, It contains no dye stuff but will darken gray Hair, and bas no equal for the cure of dandruff, tetter. reabs, white patches that fitch and irritate, resulting often {nto bleeding sores and in fact all forms of scalp diseases, Men find it a wonderful dressing which takes instant effect Upon the most stubborn halr by brushing it in after applying. It te so harmless that mothers have used it successfully upon the heads of thelr babies to grow the hair on the sides and back where usually ft rubs off. It will grow Hair with or with out the use of hot irons but when it fe dressed the Grower will keep the Hair straight longer than any other. Price Per Box boc” LOU-AU-GENE Pressing Ol} is an excellent dressing for the Hair, making it glossy, straight and deautiful. It also strengthens the Hair and keeps ft from becoming brittle. Price 75c¢ Per Box. . LOU-AU-GENE Skin Bleach will brighten the com: plexion without making the face raw and sore as {6 the cate In a reat many bleaches, It will eradicate freckles and all facial blemishes arising from a diseased condition of the skin by using St every day and night as it serves an a splendid cream you will be surprised to see the change in the color of the com> pleaton fo gently brought about nithont the terrible torture which ja eanerlenced in the use of most bleacher. It makes the skin amooth, bright, rote and velvety.’ Many who cannot wee face ponder to thelr sat: Isfaction find that It takes nicely ater using LOU-ATGENE = Shin Dlench, Trice Per Jar Soc, Tisely Agents wanted te handle these preparations, For information nedrors, Mme. M, Louise Brookins, 821 E, Third Street OKMULGEE, — — — OKLAHOMA af ? : Jeff's Lunch 1900 Vine St. WILL HELP YOU LIKE KANSAS CITY, MO, OPEN ALL THE TIME. ee . G.W. Familton -TOPEKA'S FIRST COLORED- LICENSED EMBALMER. 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BOX OF PRESSING OIL, 25¢ BOX OF HAIR GROWER, 60: MR®, ADA MONTGOMERY Manufacturer 1212 Eoclid Kansas City,’ Mo Bell Phone East 3453-3 Branch Offices 517 Shawnee, 11 Worth Don’t fail to visit our up-to-date Hair Dressing Parlors at either place Stonestreet & Son, 5 pecs AS. spetevit ES ae ee 8S Undertakers and Funeral Directors ‘Wo carry ene of the Seest ieee eo CPDERYAKING GOODS js the Bite ‘We mover sleep. Bee Licensed Bmbet vere te attenéases, ee WHEN IN OMAHA 8TOP AT ° THE PATTON HOTEL N. P, PATTON, Prop. Two Blosks South of Unton Station —CAFE IN CONNECTION— —MEALS AT ALL HOURS— Phone Douglas 4443 £02436 Bouth Eleventh Street, Bell Phone West 1080 FORREST B. ANDERSON —LAWYER— Real Estate Broke Have all Kinds of Property for Om to Colored People 529 State Avenuq KANSAS CITY, - KANSAS a GATARRA of the ULV stAbocR rated tt fa NS 24HOURS ND 26 © Rewarenteaatericity heap ane pair Arter gl ag Sov = i a gt L tee re hs Yoni \ SL te tat i Shy * " Bay Sess * 4 a ' ae WO og: THE NEW HAIRDRESSER | Mm_E, Richardson has opened a first class Beauty Parlor at Mme, McClelland Todd's old atand, 119 W. 5th St. She has worked with Mme. ‘Todd forthe past year and Is capa: ble of giving you ‘irstclass service. One trial will convince you, Price 50 cents. McClelland Todd's Hair Goods, Mme. Todd's Double Strength Hair Grower and Straightening Oi) on sale for 25 cents. MME. E, RICHARDSON, 119 West Sth Street. Topexa, Kansas % Phone 784, ae Samuel Diggs The Old Rellable Junk Dealer PAYS HIGHEST CASH PRICES FOR RAGS, METALS, ETC. Bell Phone West 3877 4008 and 1v08 North Third Bt. 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Draggiste alll Each unbroken “Bayer package”) sell larger packages. 2 contains proper directions for Colds, i i et ee | Headache, Tocthache, Earsche, Weait ralgia, LumLago, Rheumatism, Meme ritis, and for Pain, Always say “Bayer” when baying Aspirin, Then lock for the safety, “Bayer Cross” on the pachsge and om the tablets. * Handy tin boxes of twelve tabbetg cost but a few cents, Droggiats sell larger packages. 3 pcseeneeecrcuitil...w @ HANNAN OUT FOR SHERIFF OF SHAWNEE COUNTY Chief of Police Geo. G. Hannan announces himself a candidate for sheriff of Shawnee County, Kansas, subject to the Republican primaries in August. Mr. Hannan was born in Depuo, Wls., 1870 and came to Kansas in 1884, settling in Glaser, Cloud county. He was appointed superintendent of the state farm at Lansing in 1899, serving for six years. While in the service of the state a mutiny broke out in the prison mine, eight hundred feet below the surface, and Mr. Hannan was one of the volunteers of eight men to go down in the mine where several hundred desperate prisoners had threatened to blow up the mine and destroy themselves and officers. There were three colored officers and five whites who made this dangerous decent into the internal regions Chief Hannan says he never thought of what might happen, but just went on and subdued the prisoners and made the several imprisoned officers happy when the relief came. He now holds a certificate of bravery and appreciation from Governor Stanley for this heroic deed Mr. Hannan was reared on a farm where he remained and worked for several years. He was a guard at the state arsenal under General Huffman during the past war. He is now chief of police and is making one among the best the city ever had. He says he has been a consistent Republican all of his life and if elected to the office of sheriff will do his whole duty and no citizen or taxpayer will have anything to regret. (First Published in The Plaindealer February 6, 1920 State of Kansas, Shawnee County, 84. In the matter of the estate of Ellen Alken, late of Shawnee County, Kansas. NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT Notice is hereby given that on the 28th day of January, A. D., 1920, the undersigned was, by the Probate Court of Shawnee County, Kansas, duly appointed administrator of the estate of Ellen Alken, late of Shawnee county, deceased. All parties interested in said estate will take notice and govern themselves accordingly. E. RIDLEY. Administrator. FACTS ABOUT BLACK TRAITORS IN ARKANSAS Ft. Smith, Ark. Kansas Defense Society and Editor of Topeka Plaindealer Dear Sir: I noticed January 23rd that a habeas corpus proceeding was brought to secure the release of Mr. Robert L. Hill by Negro attorneys, who state they were acting without fees as representatives of the Topeka branch of the N. A. A. C. P. We as members and officials of the Fort Smith branch endorse the act of the Topeka branch and have sent money to the N. A. A. C. P. headquarters at New York and we are still raising funds for the same cause. I saw in the paper of Little Rock February 2 a petition to Governor Allen of Kansas, requesting extradition of Robert L. Hill containing the signature of three No- taking the signature of three groes. The Negro signers are: Bishop J. M. C. Connor, A. M. E. church; J. M. Cox, president Philander College; Jos. A. Booker, president Baptist college. Now these men are not voicing the gentilment of Negroes in Arkansas. If there is anything you can do in the name of God and humanity hold Mr. Hill in Kansas; we want him to have a fair trial. We known he will not get justice in Arkansasas. Please publish the best of this in your paper. Tanking you for your attention and hoping to hear from you in the near future. Yours In Christ and for the race, W. S. WHITNEY, J. W. ROSS. Executive Committee of the N. A. A. C. P. MADAM CRADDOCK SINKFORD THE A CHANGE OF FACE BUT ON THE SAME JOB. SINKFORD'S MARROW POMADE It cures dandruff, stops hair from Falling out. You can get 2 months home treatment for $1.50 or by mall, $1.85. I will teach the art of hair dressing by mall giving diplomas for the same. Please send 10 cents for postage. AGENTS WANTED I also have straightening combs, electricity brushes and combs. Madam T. C. Sinkford 209 Jackson St. Topeka, Kansas Phone Red 4618. We Have Helped Others and If Gavitt's System Regulator Benefits you, we hope you will tell your friends. Our pleased customers are those who have created the enormous demand that we have for it. The Endless Chain, "Telling One To Another," is the only advertising that we have depended upon, for it is never advertised in magazines. The success of Gavitt's System Regulator is attributed to the following to its Careful Preparation; to the use of Recognised Health-Giving Pure Drugs in its Composition; to its Freeness from Mineral Drugs, and to the Recommendations of those who use it and know its true medical value. Recommendation We take great pride in its marvelous growth and feel that the many years we have spent in its careful preparation, always trying to keep its medical standard at a high point, have been rewarded by a continuous demand, for which we are grateful and extend our thanks to all users. There is perhaps no other one subject that confronts the World to-day greater than the Preservation of Health and Prevention of Disease, therefore Every man should be his own Family Doctor, Or in other-words he should understand Physiology and Sanitation; know the Value and Effect of certain foods and drink upon the system, and the Great Value of plenty of pure fresh air and Out-door Exercise, and last, but not least, to know the importance of having Gavitt's System Regulator in the house to be used promptly when certain diseases and lil's first make their appearance, for one dose at the beginning is often worth many later on. According to Ancient and Modern Medical Science, there are specifics for almost every curable disease found in the single or compounded herbs, roots and barks, that grow in our forests, fields and along the banks of streams, (Nature's way of healing the sick). Centuries ago the average man lived to an age considerable more than now. That, no doubt, was due to the fact that people in this day and age are just a little too eager to change from some of the old-time tested medical ways, to something new and untested. Can you recall the ages of some of your ancestors, and did you ever learn their method of keeping well? If so, you found that they used mostly Herbs. Roots and Barks, which they gathered themselves. In Presenting the Following we do so for the purpose of setting forth a few of our ideas and experiences, that we have had during the past twenty-five years in the manufacture and sale of Gavitt's System Regulator, and some experiences we have received from users of this preparation, to be used by you only in your investigation of it. After you have carefully investigated it among your friends and you are convinced that it has merit, then we will be pleased to have you try it. the purpose of setting forth a few of our ideas and had during the past twenty-five years in the man's System Regulator, and some experiences we this preparation, to be used by you only in your life you have carefully investigated it among your friends that it has merit, then we will be pleased to hitt's System Regul Is Compounded from many of Nature's intended and medically recognized health-giving Herbs, Roots and Barks, powdered and mixed in a manner, that they should work harmoniously together, and their medical affect reach many parts of the system. Is this compound there is Mandrake, Sassafras, Sarsaparilla, Prickly Ash, and other noted Herbs, Roots and Barks, which have singly proven to the Medical Fraternity their great medical value, in the treatment of Kidney, Liver, Stomach or Blood troubles. It is free from Mineral Poison, Oblates or Alcohol, and should be worth for Constipation, or just as a Laxative, many times its cost. Here's intended and medically recognized health-giving powdered and mixed in a manner, that they should be used, and their medical affect reach many parts of the body there is Mandrake, Sassafras, Sarsaparilla, Preribers, Roots and Barks, which have singly proven their great medical value, in the treatment of life trouble. It is free from Mineral Poison, Obligation worth for Constipation, or just as a Laxative, many of our 1,000 Quantity that we Sell for. Every popular medicine for many Family Ills. Each large container eight times the number of tablets that are being about eight months treatment for ordinary medicine, put up in attractive red and yellow box, sent by mail, postage paid, by any of our agents, boxes for $5.00. Do not be deceived by substitutes. GRANTEE to refund the money, when $1.00 is payed. Gavitt's System Regulator, to any person, who have directions for any of the following diseases, claim dollars worth of benefit from its use. Each boxtee, and each purchaser's name is registered and word, so there will be no mistake in paying the gift. Why not give a box to a sick friend of The Diseases and Troubles of the System Regulator has been used for with the grief, over, Stomach and blood troubles. When one or the human system becomes deranged or diseased, Prism, Constipation, Dyspepsia, Bloat, Nervous Headache, Chills, Appetite, Bad Breath, Stiffness and Soreness of the Joint, Nervousness, Piles, Diarrhea, Flux, Fever, Genitalipation of the Heart, Sickness at the Stomach, Glee in the Mouth, Yellow Skin, Loss of Appetite, Obbing of the Stomach, Bad Circulation, Scrofula, Gravel, Highly Colored Urine, Acrid Humors in the Stains, Dark Circles under the Eyes, Difficultion in the Blood, Ague, Malarial Diseases, Etc. Off the Above Mentioned Diseases have at times, according to letters received from ching influence of Gavitt's System Regulator and helping to pass off the Refuse Matter and Blood, through the Pores of the Body, by any aiding Nature which does the rest, preventing GAVITT MEDICAL CO., Topeka. O OUR RESPONSIBILITY WE REFER YOUR Bank, Topaka, Kansas. Central Nat'l Bank, Topaka Bank, Topaka, Kan. Bank of Topaka, Topaka Bank, New York City. Topeka Commercial Co. and any Prominent business firm in Topeka. Gavitt, President of this Company, was President of and Brokers of this city for over thirty years, by Gavitt Printing and Publishing Co. GAVITT COMPANIES, TOPKA, KANSAS, U. S. A. E. MEDIES ARE SOLD in many parts of the World, secure their goods direct from our Laboratory, which cannot secure them at your place, write us, AGT. The $2.00 Quantity that we Sell for $1.00 Makes it a very popular medicine for many Family Ills. Each large box that we sell for $0.00 contains eight times the number of tablets that are in a 25 cent package, making about eight months treatment for ordinary cases, or $2.00 worth of the medicine, put up in attractive red and yellow boxes with Trade Mark design. Sent by mail, postage paid, by any of our agents. Family rates. Six large size boxes for $5.00. Do not be deceived by substitutes or imitations. WE GUARANTEE to refund the money, when $1.00 is paid for a large size box of Gavitt's System Regulator, to any person, who having used it according to directions for any of the following diseases, claims he has not derived one dollars worth of benefit from its use. Each box contains our printed guarantee, and each purchaser's name is registered and filed in our guarantee record, so there will be no mistake in paying the guarantee if the medicine does not please. Why not give a box to a sick friend or relative? - The Diseases and Troubles Which Gavitt's System Regulator has been used for with the greatest success are Kidney, Liver, Stomach and Blood troubles. When one or more of these vital organs of the human system becomes deranged or diseased, they produce Rheumatism, Constipation, Dysppepsia, La Grippo, Sick and Nervous Headache, Chills, Appendloitis, Coated Tongue, Bad Breath, Stiffness and Soreness of the Joints, Soreness of the Muscles, Nervousness, Piles, Diarrhea, Flux, Fever, General Debility, Heartburn, Palpitation of the Heart, Sickness at the Stomach, Pain in the Side, Bad Taste in the Mouth, Yellow Skin, Loss of Appetite, Sea Sickness, Worms, Throbbing of the Stomach, Bad Circulation, Scrofula, Tetter, Old Sores, Dropsy, Gravel, Highly Colored Urine, Acrid Humors in the Blood, Many Female Complaints, Dark Circles under the Eyes, Difficult Menstruation, Fumples, Poison in the Blood, Ague, Malarial Diseases, Etc. All of the Above Mentioned Diseases and many others have at times, according to letters received from users, yielded to the searching influence of Gavitt's System Regulator by assisting to stimulate digestion and helping to pass off the Refuse Matter and Impurities of the System and Blood, through the Pores of the Body, the Urine and the Bowels, thereby aiding Nature which does the rest, preventing diseases, etc. W. W. GAVITT MEDICAL CO., Topeka, Kansas, U. S. A. AS TO OUR RESPONSIBILITY WE REFER YOU TO Topeka State Bank, Topeka, Kansas Central Nat'l Bank, Topeka, Kana. Merchants Nat'l Bank, Topeka, Kan. Bank of Topeka, Topeka, Kanaaz. Chase Nat'l Bank, New York City. Topeka Commercial Club, Topeka, and any Prominent business firm in Topeka. W. W. Gavitt, President of this Company, was President of W. W. Gavitt & Co., Bankers and Brokers of this city for over thirty years, he is also President of the Gavitt Printing and Publishing Co. THE W. W. GAVITT COMPANIES, TOPEKA, KANSAS, U. S. A. Established 1869. OUR REMEDIES ARE SOLD in many parts of the World by Canvassing Agents, who procure their goods direct from our-Laboratory, which insures fresh goods. If you cannot secure them at your place, write us. AGENTS WANTED. KEPT FOR SALE BY RLY, WHOM WE APPOINT. MAKE YOUR B EM US. ORDER BLANK FOR AVITT'S SYSTEM REGULATE to show you how quickly we can fill this order on a $100 Bill if convenient. Mall your order to AGENTS ONLY. WHOM WE APPOINT. MAKE YOUR FIRST ORDER DIRECT FROM US. GAVITT'S SYSTEM REGULATOR Allow us to show you how quickly we can fill this order for you You can send us a $100 Bill if convenient. Mail your order today before you forget it W. W. GAVITT MEDICAL CO., DEPT. 5, TOPEKA, KANSAS. Gentlemen: Please send me by return mail, postage paid, one box of Gavitt's System Regulator, Tablet form, for which find a $1.00 Bill here with enclosed. WHEN NEURALGIA ATTACKS NERVES Sloan's Liniment scatters the congestion and relieves pain A little, applied without rubbing, will penetrate immediately and rest and soothe the nerves. Sloan's Liniment is very effective in allowing external pains, strains, bursitis, achs, stiff joints, sore muscles, lumbar, neuritis, stenosis, rheumatic wounds. Keep a big bottle always on hand for family use. Druggists everywhere. Sloan's Liniment keep it handy LOWDEN CUTS TAXES THIRD IN TWO YEARS Illinois Executive Shows That Business Methods More Than Counteract High Prices. A RECORD OF ACHIEVEMENTS Executive Departments Consolidated Business Man Put In Office Sound Financial Policy Applied to State Affairs. Gov. Frank G. Lowden's great record as war executive of Illinois has made him one of the leading candidates for the Republican nomination for president. It is a story of administrative achievements. Every pledge to the people has been redeemed. Despite high prices and unsettled conditions due to the war, Gov. Lowden, by the practical application of business methods to the management of the state's affairs, reduced the tax rate in Illinois 33 per cent in two years. His friends are certain that he can do for the nation what he has done for Illinois in the matter of good government and lower taxes if he is given the opportunity. When Governor Lowden assumed office as executive of Illinois in January, 1917, the state treasury was practically bankrupt. There was only $350 to the credit of the general fund, when outstanding bills had been paid. One of his first official acts was to abolish many political jobs by combining the work of 123 different departments and bureaus into nine compact central departments. Gov. Lowden also had the state adopt a budget system which he thought would be a model for other commonwealths. He placed business men and trained experts in charge of each of these departments with gratifying results to the taxpayers. The cost of conducting the state government was reduced hundreds of thousands of dollars a year while the quality of service to the public showed a marked improvement. The effects of a business administration in the state were manifest in a short time. The state gradually built up a cash balance and was able to discount its bills. As a practical illustration of what good government means it is officially estimated that Illinois will have a cash balance of $0,477,125 on hand July 1, 1920, in spite of a reduction of 33 per cent in the tax rate. This is what Gov. Lowden's business administration has done for Illinois. In addition to these things Gov. Lowden succeeded in accomplishing these concrete results; Begun work on the state's $20,000,000 good roads system. Two hundred miles of good road were built last year. One thousand miles will be completed in 1920. Authorized the beginning of work on the last link of the state's system of waterways, which will connect the Great Lakes with the Mississippi river. Obtained needed tax reforms for the people. Reorganized the state's penal and charitable institutions on a humane basis. Brought about a constitutional convention for Illinois, which is now in session forming a new basic law for the state. Friends of Gov. Lowden believe that actions speak louder than words, and they point to his public record as evidence that he is the type of man needed for president in this critical period of the country's history. PROGRESSIVE PARTY CHIEFS BACK LOWDEN SENATOR McCORMICK, HAROLD ICKES AND OTHERS PUSH ILLINOISAN IN RACE. The closest friends of the late Col. Theodore Roosevelt and former leaders of the Progressive party in Illinois and other states of the middle West are enthusiastically supporting Gov. Frank O. Lowden's candidacy for the Republican nomination for president. United States Senator Medill McCormick is one of the most active workers in Gov. Lowden's behalf, both in Washington and in Chicago. Other former Progressives who are fighting for Lowden in the present campaign are: Harold L. Ickes, former chairman of the national committee of the Progressive party; Congressman Ira C. Copley of Aurora; B. K. Harris of Champaign; Frank H. Funk of Bloomington, Progressive party candidate for governor of Illinois in 1912; George H. Porter of Chicago, and Thomas D. Knight, former president of the Chicago Progressive club. Col. Roosevelt was the guest of Gov. Lowden for three days at the executive mansion in Springfield, IL, in August, and again in October, 1918. If nominated for president Gov. Lowden will, in the opinion of the leaders, unite all factions of the party. 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