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The Topeka Plaindealer THE STORE RACE PROGRESS AT PRATT, KAN. Aggressive Blacks Overcome Bitter Race Hatred. We visited Pratt, Kansas, the division of the Rock Island. This is a prosperous community and the county seat of Pratt county. We found several prosperous colored farmers who own large farms and raise large quantities of wheat. In the city of Pratt the colored people own several good homes. For a long time there has been considerable prejudice among the whites against the colored people building on the main street. Rev. N. B. Stokes, pastor of the Baptist church is now erecting a fine brick church on the main street at a cost of several thousand dollars. The white people were averse to them erecting this church and resorted to many underhanded methods to prevent them. But the colored people acted in a quiet but determined manner, the white people pretended that they da nap MR. WADE WARD, Progressive Young Race Man, Who Has Given His People a Creditable Building in Which to do Business. wanted the property. The colored people set a price but the whites bluffed awhile and turned the proposition down, and as a result the colored people are now going ahead to complete a church that will be a credit not only to the race but also to the city of Pratt, and now the whites are proud of it. Mr. Bright and wife were the first to build in the suburbs overlooking Pratt, and now have a five-acre tract which occupies a commanding view. Mr. Bright is one of the colored farmers that owns several hundred acres of land. Mr. Williams, Mr. Buckner, Mr. Bandy and Mr. Graves are among the few successful farmers who own several hundred acres of land and are making good. In the town Rev. W. H. Merritt, pastor of the A. M. E. church is doing good for the race by contracting and furnishing sand for the paving company. He employees several men colored and white with teams and pays out several hundred dollars each week. He is highly respected and the people are proud of him. He has a good wife and is among the leading people of the town. The Reverend is also engaged in buying and selling mules and horses and has the reputation of being one of the sharpest men engaged in the business. We had the pleasure of dining at his home. We also met Rev. and Mrs. E. N. Martin, formerly of Topeka, and found them prosperous and happy. The Reverend is engaged in farming and is succeeding admirably. His wife was formerly Mrs. Mary Scott Davis, of Topeka. Mr. J. H. Lowe is a prosperous farmer and also contracts for hauling sand. He owns a large sand bank from which he is supplying the paving company. Mr. Lowe is a hustler and is making things hum. The man who has made the reputation of the 20th century is Mr. Wade Ward, and his devoted wife. They have accomplished something no other colored people have ever done under such adverse circumstances. We have our first time to meet a person or persons who have made such a record as these people. The race was in need of a nice building in which to transact business, but met stubborn opposition in a few whites who pattern after some of the devilish things of the South. But he that as it may that did not deter Mr. Ward, who runs as a porter on the Rock Island, who decided he would purchase a lot and erect a building for the race. He purchased the lot by mortgaging his home. He had planned to borrow the money from a topea loan concern in the he had stock, and when the devilish whites heard of this they began to put stumbling blocks into his path, and obstructed his securing a loan of $2,000. The banks even refused him a loan, but he never once lost hope or thought of up the idea of building, which would cost him $6,500. He was more determined than ever, so he and his wife picked up all the loose brick and stone they could find and carried them to the lot; excavated the basement with the assistance of a few colored people who saw that they were determined to accomplish something. He then got the contractors to work and when off the road he "tended" the mason himself. He got the lumber company to furnish a little lumber, and little by little the building began to look like a possibility. Finally a few colored farmers came to his relief. They went to the bank and endorsed his note for sufficient funds to complete the structure. He completed the building in 1919 and it is now occupied by a cafe and restaurant on the first floor and on the second floor the several lodges meet and the church is also holding services there. Mr. Ward is now porter on the Rock Island between Pratt and Tecumscaria, New Mexico. Mr. Ward was born in Saline County, Missouri, and is a nephew of the Rev. A. M. Ward, pastor of the A. M. E. church at Los Angeles, Calif. He came to the town without a dollar comparatively speaking and he says he is obligated to his splendid wife and the men who came to his rescue. These men and a few others helped him greatly by endorsing his note: Mr. Z. Bright, Mr. T. W. Ganaway, Mr. John Fleming A. T. Bandy and son, and James Lowe A. T. Bandy and son, Merritt by hauling and furnishing sand and other material for the completion of the building were kind enough to wait for their money. If it had not been for these and a few other race men he would not have been able to have completed the work. His wife is a living example of how women should help their husbands in a business way and he is a living example of how men should appreciate their wives who so nobly stand by them in securing a foothold in the business world. They are comfortable and happy and have only been married nine years and live like angles. He is a Mason and also a member of the Knights of Pythias. His wife was born in Saline County, Missouri and her parents were nonperous farmers. He is now only indebt on this building $2,300 and hopes to be entirely out of debt in two years. The young people were having a good time in congratulating Miss Hazel McCleary, daughter of Mrs. Scott McCleary, who was married to Mr. Smith, one of the proprietors of Octavia Maxey and Marlon Richey. After the routine business refresh home with her mother. The bride is a member of the Eastern Star and enjoyable evening. Next place of society editor of the Wichita Protest. meeting will be at the home of Miss They were married by Rev. Merritt, Macy Miller.-Mrs. Denj. Maxey, of the A. M. E. church. Rev. G. Alexander is planning on having a baptizing on the first Sunday. Rev. J. R. Richey made a trip to Atchison to attend a meeting of the Northeastern District Board, but, he found the flu ban on which was a disappointment to him. He visited many friends among them being Rev. J. R. Roman, pastor of the Mount Zion Baptist church, who is neatly situated in his seven-room modern parsonage. Mrs. Roman as usual, prepared a delicious supper which he greatly enjoyed. Rev. A. H. DeMoss, pastor of the A. M. E. church and wife, have removed to Topeka for the time being. The Mission Circle met at the residence of Mrs. Ben Maxey, Jr. The club added new members Misses SAMUEL DIGGS, RA LEADS IN THE SAMUEL DIGGS, RACE MAN WHO LEADS IN THE BUSINESS WORLD We must say that it was a source of joy to visit the business establishment of Mr. Samuel Diggs, 1006 S N. Third street, the pioneer junk dealer of Kansas City, Kansas, who is doing more business along his line than any other man in the two cities. He is a Virginian by birth, was born near Lynchburg in 1862, attended the war camp school at Camp Davis Va. He says he secured his education in the common schools of good horse sense. He lived in Nashville, Tenn. before coming to Kansas. He is of the Frederick Douglass type, a man full of push and energy, all brains and a natural born leader. It is MR. 8AMU THE MAYOR OF BROOKLYN MR. SAMUEL DIGGS worth ones time for a whole day to stand around and watch Mr. Diggs transact business. He employs a number of men and women of the race to assist in sorting the many different articles brought in by junk haulers who are constantly driving into his yard besides hundreds of women and children who find their way to his place with sacks and baskets filled with junk of all grades, assortments and kinds, yet Mr. Diggs can figure out to the penny what each parcel amounts to as quickly as he can open his mouth. He is a lightning calculator. Mrs. Diggs, his wife, is a good business woman and keeps the books and checking accounts. His son is one of the foremen of the yards. Mr. Diggs keeps posted daily on the fluctuation of the markets on metals, rags, bones, paper and forty other articles along his line. We heard a number of inquiries concerning the market price on various things, and as soon as the question was asked the answer was readily given. Mr. Diggs is a great lodge man. He is a member of most every lodge in existence among the race. He is also a conscientious Christian being a member of the Baptist church. He stands for the right and deals with clean hands. He owns a large two story brick building at $121416 Nebraska avenue. Forty-two lodges and churches hold their meetings in this building and are proud to pay rent to a man of the race. He is grand king of the Sons and Daugh- es will ask for Same HIAWATHA, KANSAS Octavia Maxey and Marlon Richey. After the routine business refreshments were served and all report an enjoyable evening. Next place of meeting will be at the home of Miss Macy Miller.-Mrs. Benj. Maxey, Jr., president; Mrs. Millie Maxey, secretary. The Daughters of Tabor met at the residence of Mrs. John Miller, Thursday evening. Mrs. Jessie Bailey has moved into the residence of Mr. H. C. Greene. We sympathize with Mr. and Mrs. Howard Kinzle, who mourn the demise of their little daughter, Beatrice Evelyn. Mrs. Mable Banka is improving but not able to be up. Mr. and Mrs. George Walthal are both improving nicely. Mrs. Harvey Suggs and Mrs. Mollie Taylor, who have been ill are able to be up. Mr. Ed. Duncan, of Marysville, was in the city Sunday visiting his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Duncan, Miss Fern Taylor and Marion Richey are now taking typewriting in High school; ACE MAN WHO E BUSINESS WORLD ters of Jerusalem, an order that is doing much for the uplift and advancement of the race. He hates idlers, liars and helpless people who could do if they would but try. A short time ago a proposition was submitted to a few colored people to take hold of a few acres of land, east of the railroad tracks at the foot of Nebraska avenue on the Missouri river and north of the Kaw, to clean up and plant in corn; because there were a few willows to cut everybody threw up their hands. Mr. Digga heard of it and became so disgusted that he took hold of the proposition himself and raised enough corn to THE MARKET MAN fatten several head of hogs, which brought him a fancy price. There are but few colored men of the Fredrick Douglass type to be found among the race and we can safely say that Mr. Diggs not only represents the energy and pluck of Douglass, but resembles him in personal appearance. May he live long and continue to prosper. He has sacrificed thousands of dollars on the word of men of the race trying to help them, yet he is not discouraged nor is he poor in purse. He has thousands of dollars in real and personal property and his checks are as good as gold. PLEASANTON, KANSAS, Mr. Robert Fine, of Kansas City, spent Sunday in the city visiting his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Fine. Mrs. Delta Scott returned to her home in Galena, Sunday after a short visit with her sister, Mrs. Mattie Lacy. Mr. and Mrs. W L. Dabb, of La Cyrne, spent Sunday in the city visiting friends. Mr. George Hughes, of La Cyrne, had business in Pleasanton, Sunday. Mrs. Mary Arnold returned from a visit in Kansas City, Sunday evening. Miss Mae Walker came down from Kansas City Monday evening to visit her sister, Mrs. Mattie Lacy. Mesara, R. E. Fine and Charles Thomas went to Paola Friday evening to attend a dance. Through Papers Pu Over in Missouri AT SPRINGFIELD we found the colored people doing fairly well. They have one first-class restaurant, three good grocery stores, one meat market, a fine drug store, two doctors, a lawyer and a hospital of which the race should feel proud and support. We are proud to have met a young colored man who has the ambition to be congressman from this district. His name is Joseph Pinnet, and since the colored people should have a candidate for congress, it might as well be him as anyone else. Springfield also has a splendid trained nurse in the person of Miss E. B. Greene. We are sorry to say that she was suffering from an attack of pneumonia during our visit. Dr. Burnett Clark and wife have one of the best drug stores in Springfield. She has just passed the examination before the state board of pharmacy for Missouri, and was registered in 1919. They have just purchased a business lot and residence, and will erect a drug store. They are progressive and have race pride and are a credit to the people of Springfield, and the colored people should give them their undivided support. We met the Rev. Geo. McK. Miller, former pastor of the Presbyterian church in Topeka. The Reverend is a bold, aggressive little fellow and always ready and willing to go to the bat for his race, and under his guidance the Presbyterian church in this city is going forward. Rev. Miller is president of the hospital association, and they have an institution that is a credit to the race and city in which it is located. His wife is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. B. F. Thompson, pioneer citizens of Topeka. Rev. and Mrs. Miller have a fine boy who is the pride of the household. Mrs. B. B. Cooper is our authorized correspondent and agent, and pople wishing to transact business in connection with The Plaindealer should call Mrs. Cooper by telephone. Dr. E. A. Harris is enjoying a fine practice. Mr. Harrison S. Thomason, who runs on the Frisco, is a splendid fellow and enjoys the comforts of a fine home. He has plenty of race pride. JOPLIN We stopped over in Joplin and since whiskey has been ordered out of that town, most of the people are acting like they are dead. They seem to think that they could not get along without liquor, but now since it is a thing of the past and they must get along without it, they are bracing up. While here we stopped at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Cuther. The latter was slightly indisposed and we hope by this time she has fully recovered. They are among Missouri's finest people and are progressing nicely. They have first-class furnished rooms. We met our old friend, Rev. J. Holt, who owns a nice home and also Mr. Ben Davis, is a prosperous gentleman and recently purchased a pedigreed hog at a cost of $75.00, he sold something over $600 worth of hogs in 1919. Rev. A. J. Jones and wife are among the leading colored people of the town He'a pastor of the First Baptist church, and engaged in the coal business also. He did $10,000 in business during 1919 and says the most of the business was done with white people, that the blacks say that coal purchased from him does not look like as much as they get when purchased from a white dealer for a similar outlay of cash, but his white patrons are perfectly satisfied with his weight and method of doing business. Mr. Clarence Hagerman is making and saving dollars in the shoe shine are always pleased to see colored business. He has a first-class parlor and is rushed with business. We men take hold of enterprises of this character and show to the world that they can do it as well as the Greek who is growing wealthy in the business throughout the country. Mr. George Lowe, who is one of the finest painters in the country has a position in one of largest stores in the southwest where he looks after the damaged furniture carried in stock. He was recently married to the widow Bland and they are doing nicely. Mr. Arthur Young, formerly of Topeka, is employed as engineer at one of the leading banks and is making good. He has a fine family. Our old friend, Rev. H., H. Curtis, formerly of Baxter Springs, Kansas, and past grand secretary of Prince Hall Grand Lodge, A. F. and A. M., Kansas and Jurisdiction, is holding his own in the barber business. CARTHAGE We stopped over at Carthage and here met Mr. H, B. Wallace, who is principal of the school. He owns a fine home and is a leader of the race; a fine gentleman also a widower and will be pleased to make it pleasant for anyone who might apply. Carthage is a beautiful town and has a fine class of white people, and if the colored people want to get good pay for their labor, all they have to do is to be punctual and demand more money. We attended the church of Rev. (Continued on Page Four ) Price $1.50 Per Year While in Hutchinson we had the pleasure of visiting a new enterprise operated by young colored men, the only one in the west—an auto painting company, owned by R. G. Moore and L. L. Woodson, who employ two young men who are developing into first-class painters and will succeed if they stay on the job. They are Morgan Evans and Clyde Broadus. This firm was only organized a few months ago, locating at the corner upstairs, Fifth and South Main, where they now have a large and growing trade among the wealthiest and best people of that city. They turn out nothing but first-class jobs. When a car goes out it is just as well painted and polished as if from the factory, in fact it is better. They are to be congratulated on having the courage and pluck in opening up for themselves and should be encouraged by all auto owners who wish to have their machines newly painted. R. G. Moore, the senior member of the firm was born in Humboldt, Nebr., came to Hutchinson three years ago from Lincoln. He began at the 11 R. G. MOORE, painting trade when sixteen old and stald with it until he tered it and now he is teaching young men of the race. He was foreman of the Reno Buick company for awhile, earning forty-five dollars per week. Having confidence in his ability to do business for himself, he organized the R. G. Moore Auto Painting Co., in fact they also paint vehicles. Last November, 1919 in the short space of two months they have already turned out 44 jobs. He is thirty-five years old and if he keeps up the present gate we have no doubt at fifty he and his firm will be employing a large number of his race. Mr. L. L. Woodson, the junior member of the firm was born in New London, Mo., is 28 years old; came to Hutchinson four years ago. He too began painting autos on a weekly salary, and finding his work was giving the public so much satisfaction he decided that if a young colored man wanted to get into the business world, he had better start out for himself so joined Mr. Moore in opening this shop which they say is going away beyond their expectation. We have always contended that there is a class of white people who always look on the business side of life and not the color and it the THE WEEKLY PRESS L. L. WOODSON, young colored man would sacrifice a little pleasure and study the business side of life, the race would do much better. Brain, push and energy counts in everything and everywhere. If this firm will just stay in the middle of the road they will achieve much for the city of Hutchinson as well as themselves, as people from the surrounding towns will send their machines to Hutchinson to this firm to be painted means advertising and business for the town. Let everybody who wants their auto newly painted in first-class style call on R. G. Moore and company, 500 Main, Hutchinson, Kansas. Entered at the Postoffice at Topeka, Kansas as Second Class Mail Matter. Address all communications to The Topska Plaindealer, 1129 Kansas Ave Topeka, Kansas. Money sent by Express, Postoffice Order or Registered Letter at our risk; otherwise at the risk of the sender. When the attention of The Plaindealer is called to any misstatement of facts in these columns, or to any error concerning any man or thing correction will cheerfully be made. Unaligned communications, except from our regular correspondents, will not be published. MULVANE ENDORSED BY SHAWNEE REPUBLICANS. Mon, David W. Mulvane was unanimously endorsed by the Shawnee County Republican Committee for delegate-at-large to the National Republican Convention at Chicago, June 6th. He is a Republican of national reputation and Kansas wants him to go to Chicago and exercise M. H. HON. DAVID W. MULVANE His best judgment for president Mr. Mulvane will of course look after her favorite son first. He served as national committeeman for eight years and always stood up for Kansas and the Republican party. You have BCHINSON MAN WILL titled CBE A DELEGATE TO CHICAGO The Hon. Emerson Carey, of Hutchinson, will be one of the big four sent to represent the sentiment of Kansas at the Republican National Convention in Chicago, June 6th. He is a true blue Republican and is thoroughly familiar with the wants and needs of the state and nation. MASON ANNOUNCES FOR JUDGE OF SUPREME COURT Justice Mason, who is a candidate for reelection to the Supreme bench of Kansas, fifth place, has served in this capacity for the past seventeen years. He has no opposition and probably because of the fact that he has filled the bench so creditably and so ably that the people are saying: "Well done thou good and faithful servant." He can have the place as long as the good work continues. GRAHAM SEEKS CLERK JOB. Deputy Announces Candidacy on the Republican Ticket. Mr. Douglas Graham, stalwart Republican, is a candidate for county clerk. He is now deputy and a fine young man. Here is what the Topeka State Journal has to say of his candidacy: "Douglas A. Graham, deputy county clerk, today announced his candidacy for county clerk subject to the Republican primaries. "Graham for years has been identified with clerical work which he believes fits him for the position. He was assistant supreme court reporter for three years. Later he served two terms as clerk of the court of Topeka. In the last year he has become acquainted with the duties of the county clerk thru his work as deputy clerk in that office. "Graham has lived in Topeka for years. He is married. He served in the Spanish-American war. "I feel that my experience in these various offices has prepared me for my duties should I be elected county clerk," said Graham." CROWEBURG, KANSAS Mrs. Viola Smith is on the sick list this week. There has been a number of cases of flu in Croweburg, but everybody seems to be better at this time. The Mission Circle met at the home of Mrs. A. E. Tindrell's, who entertained with a luncheon. Every one present was benefitted spiritually by the wonderful subject which was discussed. Christianity, the saving of the World. Christ, the brotherhood of Man. The beautiful thought was brought out of the subject. If the Christians are the saving power of the world, each Christian should be very careful in the precept and example, since they are weaving such an important web, shaping and moulding future men and women. If this world is ever to be christianized, it must be done through the Faithfulness and Cooperation of the regenerated men and women of today. How careful SOUTHWESTERN BELL TELEPHONE CO. LOCAL LONG DISTANCE TELEPHONE BELL SYSTEM AND ASSOCIATED COMPANIES then ought we live with that ralligious fear, when such a strict account must be given of our behavior here. St John Mission Circle is a live wire. Visitors are always welcome. We have an A-No. 1 Literary Society which has just been organised at St John Baptist church with Mr. Thos. Hornbuckell, president. Miss Berry from Carthage, Mo., is here visiting Mrs. Johnny Farnsworth. Mrs. Willie Mae Porter, of Independence, Kansas and Mrs. Mabel Graham, of Edison, Kansas, were visiting Mrs. A. E. Tindrell last Sunday. Rev. L.G. Cooper preached a wonderful sermon at the Baptist Church in Cherokee, Sunday evening. Miss Hattle Myers, teacher of Edison public school was a visitor in Croweburg Tuesday evening and spent the night with Mrs. M. McDaniel. It was Mission Day at St. John Church Sunday and splendid services were held throughout the entire day. Mr. C.W. White, of Edison preached at 3:50 p.m. He brought us a great message from God. "Weep o'er the erring one lift up the fallen." WHITE CLOUD, KANSAS Mrs. Anna Ogden of Kansas City, Mo., arrived here Friday to help care for her father Mr. Amos Stillman who is seriously ill. Mrs. William Robinson is very ill at this writing. Mrs. Bert Breckenridge spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Mance Duncan. Mr. and Mrs. Atwell Austin and son, Lawrence, who are ill at the home of their mother, Mrs. Lee Stillman, are somewhat Improved at this writing. Mr. and Mrs. Lafayette Robinson, of Hiawatha, spent Sunday with their grandmother, Mrs. Mary Reece. Mr. Amos Stillman who has been severely ill for the past two weeks, died at his home Monday morning. Burial will be made at Olive cemetery. Miss Ieal Johnson is spending the week with her sister, Mrs. Bud Crowley. Misses Ieal Johnson and Rose Stillman spent Sunday afternoon at the home of Mrs. D. G. Grayes. Mrs. Minnie McWilliams and daughter, Pauline, spent Sunday evening at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Bud Crowley. Mr. Chas Johnson who has been working with his brother on the Leedy farm, near Robinson for the past two years, returned to White Cloud Sunday where he will now make his home with his mother, Mrs. Agnes Johnson. Mr. and Mrs. Chas Todd and family spent Sunday with Mrs. Mattie Duncan. Mr. Fred Starr, of Highland was a White Cloud visitor Monday. Mr Arch Stillman of Kansas City. No. arrived in White Cloud Monday to attend the funeral of his father. Mr. and Mrs. Doris Johnson and Norman Johnson of Robinson, and Mr and Mrs. Bud Crowley and family spent Sunday with their mother. Mrs. Agnes Johnson. PEOPLE'S MERCANTILE CO., MAKES A SPLENDID START Kansas City, Kansas Colored Citizens Open a Fine Business The People's Mercantile Co., of Kansas City, Kansas, has opened a store at 418 Minnesota avenue and is doing a flourishing business W J. Banks is president. The capital stock is $25,000 and the colored people are now waking up to a sense of duty. The building they occupy is located on the main street and is owned by the American Woodmen with headquarters in Denver, Colo. The colored people who are putting their money in white insurance companies cease doing it and join the American Woodmen where all of the surplus cash goes to erect buildings for our race to conduct business in. On the other hand the white companies use their surplus to erect buildings into which a Negro dare not poke his head. Join the Woodmen where the race can get the advantage of their own earnings. ATCHISON, KANSAS Rev. D. W. Majors and Mrs. Dora Holmes were quietly married by Rev. W. C. Cartright, pastor of Ebenezer Baptist Church, Thursday. They are living at the home of the bride, 1228 E. 7th Street. It is with regret that we note Mrs. P. W. Barnett does not improve. She has been ill about five months. There is a new arrival at the home of Mr. Wm. Smith on Spruce Street, also at the home of Mr. John Carey. Mothers and babes are doing nicely. Rev. G. B. Billupe, pastor of the A. M. E. Church, went to Omaha last Friday to assist Rev. Wm. Williams in a ten days meeting. Mr. Nelson hunt, who has been visiting his daughter, Mrs. Lewis Smith, in Topeka, returned home last week. The many sick that were mentioned in the last issue of the paper are improving. Mrs. Frank Wilson has returned from Indianapolis, Indiana, where she spent a month visiting her daughter, and son in law, Mr. and Mrs. J. Taylor and reports a very pleasant time. Mrs. Wilson is the wife of our policeman, Mr. Wilson. Mr. Jackson Hodges, janitor at the post office is very sick and unable to be on duty. WINFIELD, KANSAS Those reported on the sick list are: Mr. W. A. Wright, Oscar Brown and Mrs. John Saunders. Mr. and Mrs. Ambrose Woodard and little son, Price and Miss Flossie Work, spent Sunday in Aahton visiting Mrs. Woodard's parents, Mr. and Mrs. George Work. Messrs. James Nichols and Leonard Bleech, of Wichita, visited in the city last week. Mr. Frank Montgomery, who has been ill is able to be out again. Mrs. James Byrd, of Des Moines, la., is in the city on account of the illness of her mother, Mrs. John Saunders. The W.H. and F.M. Circle will meet Friday afternoon at the home of Mrs. Andy Charles. Messrs. Aaron Dickinson and Guy Askins motored to the city from Oxford last Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Andy Charles and Mr. and Mrs. Berl Brown and Mrs. Robt. Moore, motored to Arkansas City, Sunday. Mrs. Jerry Miles died at her home on F. Sixth street. Monday afternoon after a long illness caused by blood poisoning. Mr. Lawrence Faust is somewhat improved in health. Mr. Arthur Palmer left last week for Manhattan, where he expects to enter school. Mr. Garrett Work of Ashton, passed through the city. Last week enroute to Manhattan to attend the Agricultural college RICHMOND, MISSOURI Mrs James Robinson died at her home on S. Camden, after a long illness. The funeral was held at Ward's Chapel under the auspices of the O. R. S., after which the body was conveyed to Carrollton for burial. The community has lost an excellent woman. We join with others in extending sympathy to the bereaved husband. (First Published In The Plaindealer Friday, March 7, 1920.) In the District Court of Shawnee County, Kansas. Annabel Sims. Plaintiff. To Paul Sims, greetings You are hereby notified that you have been sued by the plaintiff, Annabel Sims, in the above entitled cause for a divorce, in the District Court of Shawnee County, Kansas. You are further notified that you must answer the petition filed herein on or before the 26th day of April 1920, or said petition will be taken as true and judgment for a divorce will be rendered against you, accordingly. ANXADEL SIMS, By ELISHA SCOTT, Attorney for Plaintiff (Attest) Mary E. Chapin, Clerk, B. G. D. McElhenney, Deputy. OUR NEW HOME PENDLETON AVE. ST. PERDINAND AVE. 成法成取领会法法东装审务法法务我安法会法长法准法 ISMERT-HINCKE MILLING CO. I-H BEST PATENT HARD WHEAT FLOUR. KANSAS CITY. U.S.A. I-H In the District Court of Shawnee County, Kansas. Fulton Hardy, et al. Printed. To the defendant, Susie Wagner, greeting: greeting. You are hereby notified that suit has been filed against you and the defendant, Maggie Dunn, petition in which said suit has been on the 31st day of December, 1919, filed in the office of the clerk of the District Court of Shawnee County, Kansas. That said suit is one in partition of the following described real estate lying and situated in Shawnee County, Kansas, towit: The north three 3) acres of the south ten (10) acres of a tract of land beginning 40 rods east and 54.66 rods south of the northwest quarter of Section 4, township 12, range 16, east of the 6th p. m., thence south 65.33 rods thence east 40 rods; thence north 65.33 rods; thence west 40 rods to place of beginning, and you are notified that unless you answer said petition on or before the 10th day of March, 1920, the petition in said suit will be taken as true and judgment rendered against you accordingly. JAMISON & JAMISON. Attorneys for Plaintiffs. (Altest) Mary E. Chapin, Clerk District Court. The Kansas City Colored Auto School offers great opportunity for the colored man. The only school in the world, of which we know, that is opened to all races. 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KELLY Progress of Color male or female, ministers, widows, married women, any one Everybody here is to may be so well. Send her buries and AGENTS WANTED! $3 to $12 Per Day made selling PROF. KELLY MILLER'S new Progress of Colored People Teachers, students, male or female, ministers, widows, married women, any one with some time will make $1 per hour. Everyday late 11:15 may be sold. Food for buses and not on once just begging. AUSTIN JEWING COMPANY, 63 North Street, WASHINGTON, D. C. ORED AUTO SCHOOL KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI Convenience ELL CAR TICKETS IN STRIPS YOU WILL SAVE TIME AND PENNY CHANGE. WILL BE PLEASED TO ACCOM- PANY QUANTITY DESIRED AT THE TÔPEKA EDISON CO. Railway Co. FOR BUSINESS Room open at all hours. Phone Grand 1708-1711 Walnut St. Kansas City, at hand. WHEN IN OMAHA STOP AT THE PATTON HOTEL N. P. PATTON, Prop. Two Blocks South of Union Station —CAFE IN CONNECTION— —MEALS AT ALL HOURS— Phone Douglas 4445 1014-16 South Eleventh Street. WANTED! selling PROF. KELLY MILLER'S new gress of Colored People [ SHOWS AND M. D. O. Grand City, D! · The Plaindealer wants the news. Owing to the absence of the city editor, we will appreciate having you send your news to the office. All churches, clubs, lodges, etc., will be gladly printed if sent into the office. This is your paper and its columns are open to you. Mrs. C. E. Craggett is visiting her parents in Martinville, Va. Mr. T. R. Cannon is on the sick list. Mrs. S. A. Payne, who has been seriously ill is better now. Mr. and Mrs. Fred. Sawyer served dinner for Mr. and Mrs. Curtis Bur- ton last week. Mrs. Camilla Wilson attended the funeral of her aunt at Guthrie, Okla. Elder Wm. Van Derzee preached for Rev. McCallum, at Calvary Presbyterian church last Sunday night. Mr. and Mrs. Robt. Thompson are the proud parents of a baby girl, Maxine, twenty-one days old. Miss Mae Harlan, of Kansas City, and a student at Kansas University, spent the week-end in the city the guest of Mrs. Robt. Johnson. Mrs. Hester Hardeman, who was confined to her home on account of illness the past week, is able to be back in her school room again. Mrs. Gertrude Williams, wife of the Rev. Chas. Williams, of Saint Louis, Mo., is in the city visiting her father, Mr. Spencer Hawkins who has been quite ill at his home on Lane street. Mrs. Ethel Astwood, of Kansas City, returned to her home this week after three weeks' visit with her aunt, Mrs. Mable Thompson and grandmother, Mrs. Brown. Sergt, W. H. Hamilton, of Leavenworth, transacted business in Topeka a few days last week. He made the Plaindealer a delightful visit. Mrs. John Page returned Saturday from Elmont, where she was called to nurse a case of influenza. LOST RELATIVE-I would like to learn the whereabouts of John Clifton, formerly of Topeka. When last heard of was in California. His wife's name was Lula. Any information will be gladly welcomed by Mrs. Luella Workeff, 918 Michigan, Kansas City, Mo. Attorneys Helm and Martin, of Wichita, appeared before the Supreme court one day last week in the case of Rev. Smith, a former pastor in the Baptist church. Bornice Stonestreet was carved to Stormont hospital Saturday she will undergo an operation hope her a specialty recovery. WANTED—First class barber, young man preferred also a good presser or bushelman. Write, D. B. Nichols, 219 N. 9th Street, Lincoln, Nebr. Mr. and Mrs. Aaron Green are the proud parents of a fine baby boy born Thursday Dr. T. P. Martin is the attending physician. Mrs. M, D. Jones, of Junction City, was in Topeka over Sunday visiting friends. While in the city she made this office a call and paid her yearly subscription. Miss Frances Carpenter arrived in the city one day last week from Howard University, Washington, D. C., to attend the funeral of her father, Mr. Geo. Carpenter. She will return in a couple of weeks to resume her studies as she expects to graduate in June. Mr. Eugene Fleming, proprietor of one of the finest tonsorial parlor in Kansas, and son of the late John B. Fleming, was over from Horton, Sunday, and made this office an agreeable call. WANTED—Middle aged woman to cook or to assist in cooking. A permanent home if desired—G.W. McCord, 310 Kansas Ave, Topeka, Kansas. Mrs. Josie Steele, wife of Mr. Dennis Steele, who is a brother of Mrs. M. Grant, died last Sunday at her home in Guthrie, Okla. Mrs. Steele's home was formerly in Topeka. Mrs. Herman Sewell, of Denver, Colo., spent Monday and Tuesday in the city, the guest of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Johnson and slater, Miss Mayme Johnson. She left for Kansas' City to visit her son and daughter. Mr. Solon Fox and Mrs. Clyde Franklin. WHY DO YOU WEAR GRAY HAIR? Prince Henry's Hair Dye will restore your gray hair to its natural color and reduce your aged appearance 15 to 20 years. Send $1.25 for a bottle. Sold or applied by H. II. CHOTEAU, Hair Specialist, 110 Kansas Ave., Topeka, Kansas. Mr. and Mrs. Fred Sawyer are now living at 957 College. Mr. Sawyer is employed at Alexander's barbershop. Both are industrious young people and are prospering. Mrs. Sawyer is a first-class soprano soloist, having studied at the Muller school of music and is also an accomplished pianist. Mrs. James H. Buckner, of Coffeyville, was in the city Wednesday on business. She accompanied a lady here who entered the Taborian home. Mrs. Buckner was on route to Lawrence, to visit her sister, and while here was the guest of Mrs. Rosalie Williams on Quincy street. MRS. ESSIE CLARK Announces to the public her opening of the Spring display of fashionable ..Millinery... 1414 Western Avenue Phone Red 5022 Topeka, Kansas Card of Thanks—We wish to thank the neighbors and friends who so kindly assisted us during the illness and death of our husband, son and brother, and for the beautiful floral offerings.—Mrs. A. F. Farris, Mr. Joseph Coates, Mrs. W. M. Scott. The Memorial Drive for the colored soldiers and sailors' monument will take place on the 14th of this month at the City Auditorium at 2:30 p. m. All are invited.—Benj. Arms, Commissioner for Kansas. Rev. B. C. Duke is smiling over his 5-passenger touring car. He is between two extremes: studies his Bible at night and his car through the day. However, he is keeping in touch with both. The Kindergarten is being held in the Second Christian church on account of the razing of the Buchanan school building preparatory to erecting a modern school building, which they plan to have completed for the fall semester. Mr. Alfred Brooks is seriously ill at his home on E. Twelfth street. Mr. and Mrs. Harry Wells and Mr. and Mrs. Harry Motin, of Kansas City, were called here on account of the death of their sister, Mrs. Edith M. Smith. Mr. and Mrs. Marcellus Owens and youngest daughter, Cecil, of Kansas City, Kansas, spent several days in the city visiting relatives and also to see Mr. Owens's slater, Mr. James Haley, who is seriously ill. Mr. Porter Card, now of Manhattan, spent Sunday and Monday in the city visiting friends. Mr. Peter Davis, the coal dealer, is very ill at his home in Lowman Hill. The Western Reserve Realty Co., closed a deal this week for the purchase of the property of Mr. George Wright on College avenue for the Crittenton Home. Rev. S. E. J. Watson, pastor of Shilloh Baptist church is able to be out again after several weeks illness Mrs. Edith M. Smith, aged 29 years, beloved wife of Mr. Walter Smith, died Sunday at her home, 1024 Buchanan street. She was an upright, Christian lady; loved, honored and respected by all who knew her. Deceased was reared and educated in Topeka, and was united in marriage about eight years ago. She is survived by her husband, mother, brother, sister and other relatives. The Plaindealer joins in extending sympathy to the bereaved relatives. The funeral of Mr. Spotwood Hills, who died Sunday morning, was held Wednesday afternoon at 2:00 o'clock from Stonestreet's chapel. Burial in Mt. Auburn cemetery. Mr. Rufus Knott, aged 62 years, of 1203 Lane street, died Monday night at a local hospital. Mr. Knott was one of the Topeka's oldest and most highly respected citizens, and been in charge of the elevator at the city hall for a number of years. He was a member of Mt. Morish Lodge No. 5, A. F, and A. M., under whose auspices the funeral was held yesterday afternoon. The funeral of Mrs. Susie Washington, wife of Mr. John Washington, 827 Leland street, Atchison, who died February 17th at her home, was held from St. Stephen Baptist church in Kansas City, Mo., of which she was a member. Rev. J.W. Hurse officiated. She was also a member of the S. M. T., under whose auspices the funeral was held, after which the remains were brought to Topeka for burial in the Topeka cemetery. Mr. Rufus Frazier received word one day this week, that his brother-in-law, Mr. Steaford Brown, had died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Arra E. Goodwine, 733 E. 40th street, Chicago, Ill. He was 79 years of age and a veteran of the Civil war. Owing to having received the news so late Mr. Frazier did not attend the funeral which was held at his old home in Nashville, Tenn The Rev. Geo. McK. Miller, pastor of the Presbyterian church at Springfield, Mo., spent a few days in the city this week visiting relatives and friends. Rev. Miller is well known in Toneka having at one time been pastor of the Presbyterian church here. He is bold, brave and aggressive and a leader in the ranks of those who are fighting for the advancement and uprift of the race. He is president of a hospital that has recently been established in Springfield, which is a blessing to our people. THE BLUE GOOSE CAFE is the place to get good meals. All kinds of good eats. Home cooking. The right place to eat—Mrs. T. H. ELLIOTT, Prop., 1715 E. 12th St. The Kansas Educational and Industrial Institute has added to its corps of instructors and employees: Miss Gladys Dunbar, of Kinsman, Ohio, who will teach in the academic department. Miss Dunbar is a graduate of Fisk University, an experienced teacher and well qualified. Miss Willetta Young, of Chicago, has also been employed in the capacity of a stenographer. The Plaindealer welcomes these ladies to Kansas and its spacious institution of learning. Mrs. Sarah Malone, national worker for the Florence Crittenton Mission, has just returned from Oklahoma. At Weatherford, she placed a young baby in the home of a wealthy family of that place. At El Reno she appointed Mrs. Summerfield, a worker for that section. At Mt. Pleasant, Iowa she appointed Miss Agnes Mason, a state worker for Iowa. Miss Mason comes from a prominent family at that place and is well recommended by various persons in that state. She is well educated and properly suited for the work. Mr. Ralph Malone, son of Mrs. Sarah Malone, who has been attending school at Morgan college at Baltimore, Md., paid his mother a visit this week. He has been employed by the government for the duration of the war. He will visit relatives and friends in this section before returning home. Mr. Will Smith, of Chicago, formerly of Topeka, is spending three weeks in the city, the guest of his sister, Mrs. Grace Sawyer and other relatives. Mr. Smith owns and conducts a high-class shine parlor in which he employs several artists and is doing nicely. He says that his brother, Joe M., is in Chicago and is doing well working as a barber. We are sorry to note the death of Mrs. Ellen Braxton (Aunt Tene) at the parsonage of the Rev. J. C. C. Owens and wife in Leavenworth She is a relative of Mrs. Owens and a sister of Rev. J. W. Braxton, of Denver, Colo. She was a conscientious Christian; a good woman who did much to make the A. M. E. church a success in the West. She was a pioneer. Peace to her ashes. We are pleased to announce the arrival of a new druggist at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Eagleson, in Coffeyville. He arrived last week and has been named Frank McCab, in honor of his illustrious father and the late E. P. McCabe, at one time state auditor of Kansas, who with the late William Eagleson, father of the senior Eagleson, founded the city of Langston. Okla. We wish the first heir to the throne in the Eagleson family the best of health and a long, happy, prosperous life. He has several uncles and one aunt who are wreathed in smiles for the sophur of the Eagleson name which we now live for ages. His grandfather, the late William Eagleson was a pioneer in Kansas history and the first man of his race to publish a newspaper in the state in the interest of his race, and for years he poured their cause through the columns of his paper. We had been to think the name of Eagleson would pass with the fleeting years, but Mr. Frank Eagleson came to the rescue and saved the day. He was reborn in Topeka and has a host of friend who extend congratulations. ORITUARY Oakland, Kansas.—Mr John Cole, stepson of Mr. David Childs and brother of Mrs. Ella Bolin, was born July 24, 1869 in Nashville, Tenn., and died Sunday, Feb 29, 11:50 p.m., at the home of Mr. and Mrs. M. G. Bolin, one mile east of Oakland, aged 50 years, seven months and five days. He came with his parents to Kansas when a boy ten years of age, he did not profess to be a Christian altho he asked Rev. J. J. Watson, Rev. J. B. Chiles and Rev. B. R. Ross, also Mrs. Alice Chiles to pray with him; each one prayed, which he seemed to enjoy very much and showed his appreciation by shaking their hands. He told Miss Lucile Bolin, his niece that she had missed a good service by being away from home in which we sang, "Jesus Lover of My Soul." He taken ill Dec. 31, 1919 in Kansas City, Mo., where he was employed by the Santa Fe and was a hardworking man who always greeted you with a smile. Although never complaining of his illness his misery was great, but he was very patient and always cheerful. When he was taken ill, Mr. M. G. Bolin went to Kansas City and accompanied him to his home in Oakland, this being his sister's home, he always called it his home, where he was well cared for until his demise. He is survived by father, David Childs, sister and brother-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. M. G. Bolin, two pieces, Misses Lucie and Rosa Mae Bolin, four nephews, Neal, Roy, Val and Montgomery, Jr., other relatives and a host of friends to mourn his demise. OBITUARY. Mr. George Carpenter, of Lowman Hill, departed this life March, 2d, 1920 at his home at Tenth and Woodward avenue. He was born at Fulton, Ollinny Township, Oswego County, New York, July 5, 1844. He moved to Kansas in 1886 and settled in Graham county. In 1877 married Miss Mattie Taylor, of Stockton, Kansas. In 1896 they moved to Topeka where he resided until the time of his death. He was a good citizen and Christian, a member of Fort Pillow Post No. 321, G. A. R. He is survived by his wife, Mrs Mattie J. Carpenter, two daughters, Mrs. Edith Fox, of Topeka and Miss Frances V. Carpenter, a student at Howard University, Washington, D. C., and one grandchild. He leaves relatives and a host of friends to mourn his death. Jeff's Lunch WILL HELP YOU LIKE KANSAS CITY, MO. OPEN ALL THE TIME. MISS HAGAN IN RECITAL. Appearing for the first time in this section since her return from France, Miss Helen Hagan, the race's most representative pianist, gave a recital at the Kansas Industrial and Educational Institute at Topeka Tuesday evening. March 2nd. Her repertoire included the works of a number of master composers including "Deep River" by Coleridge Taylor. Her wonderful interpretation of the Carnaval, Op. 9 by Shumann showed the high degree to which she has risen in the music world. About a year ago the National War Work Council of the Y. M. C. A. sent Miss Hagan to France to entertain the American soldiers in the various foreign camps. Since returning to America she has opened a studio in the loop district of Chicago where she receives pupils of both races in the study of piano. Mr. Austin Lewis, a Civil war veteran, died at his home, 1215 Highland avenue a few days ago, aged 79 years; a Mason for years being a member of William Henry Lodge No. 45, Platt City, Mo., where he first settled when he came to Missouri. He was a member of the 83d Missouri volunteers. He leaves a wife, four sons, two daughters, five grandchildren and a host of friends to mourn their loss. The funeral was held from Allen Chapel, of which he was a consistent member. He was born in Shelby County, Kentucky. His son, Edward II., has held a position as letter carrier in Kansas City for years and is rated as one of the best. He is also grand secretary of the Grand Lodge of Odd Fellows of Missouri. He reared a family that of whom all Kansas City is proud, and everyone of them has been and now engaged in doing good for the community. Everybody was acquainted with the old veteran, "Dad" Lewis; the women and children always felt happy when they met him as he always had an encouraging word for all. M. 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 mufacturer. 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 Bell Phone East 3453-J Branch Office: 517 Shawnee, 11 Worth Don't fail to visit our up-to-date Hair Dressing Parlors at either place = We carry one of the Short lines of CWDREWAKING GOODS in the State. We move sleep. Two Licensed Embal ers in attendance. M. THE NEW HAIRDRESSER Mm E. Richardson has opened a first-class Beauty Parlor at Mme. McClelland Todd's old stand, 119 W. 5th St. She has worked with Mme. Todd for the past year and is capable of giving you first-class service. One trial will convince you. Price 50 cents. McClelland Todd's Hair Goods. Mme. Todd's Double Strength Hair Grower and Straightening Oil on sale for 25 cents. The store of appreciation, of courtesy and of service--supreme! Politics $1.00 COMB This comb never sold for less than $1.00. It is tachable handle. This extraordinary offer is made superior quality and low prices of our merchandise. 59c is actually less than cost to manufacture advantage of this special offer as we have only a brand refunded if not satisfactory. Fill in attached slip or money order. FREE We are located in Chelsea Women's hair care. Please contact us immediately for a rating. Your cup free today on account of name and address. HUMANIA HAIR CO. 23 Duane Street New Y 1,000 Agen COMB for 59 For less than $10.00. It is made of solid brass with an extraordinary offer is made to acquaint you with new prices of our merchandise, and the sale prices than cost to manufacture. Don't hesitate to take an offer as we have only a limited amount. Money factory. Fill an attached slip, and send stamps. Drafters in Cland Woman's hair and toilet attaches. We must have a rating. We will send you a marked name and address. NINA HAIR CO. New York O Agents W $1.00 COMB for 59c This comb never sold for less than $1.00. It is made of solid brass with detachable handle. This extraordinary offer is made to acquaint you with the superior quality and low prices of our merchandise, and the sale price of 59c is nearly the same as the cost in manufacture. Learn a bonus to make advantage of this special offer as we have only a limited amount. Money refunded if not satisfactory. Fill in attached slip, and send stamps or money order. FREE We are a larger dealers in Chelsea Women's hair and body articles. Every purchase must be made at resting. We will send you your cup of hot water on receipt of name and address. HUMANIA HAIR CO. 23 Duane Street New York 1,000 Agents Wanted A box. If you wish to be an agent send you a full supply that you once; also agents' terms. Send Order to THE STAR HAIR Send 25c wish to be an agent, send $1.00 all supply that you can begin clients' terms. Send all money. AR HAIR GROWI box. If you wish to be an agent, send $1.00, and we will send you a full supply that you can begin work with at once; also agents' terms. Send all money by Money Order to Box 812 GREENSBORO, N. C. ASPIRIN Introduced by "Bayer" to Physal ASPIRIN d by "Bayer" to Physicl You want genuine Aspirin—the Aspirin prescribed by physicians for sixteen years. The name "Bayer" means the true, world-famous Aspirin, proved safe by millions of people. Each unbroken package of "Bayer Tablets of Aspirin" contains proper directions for Colds, Headache, Toothache, Earache, Neuralgia, Lumbago, Rheumatism, Neuritis and for generally. Always say "Bayer" when he Aspirin. Then look for the "Bayer Cross" on the package and the tablets. Handy tin boxes of twelve tin cost but a few cents. Druggists sell larger packages. Aspirin is trade mark of Bayer Manufacture Monocotithalmidder of Salicylins. contains proper Handy tin box Headache, Tooth-ralgia, Lumbago, sell larger packs north of Bayou Manufacture Mississippi DARTING, PIERCING SCIATIC PAINS DARTING, PIERCING SCIATIC PAINS Give way before the penetrating effects of Sloan's Liniment So do those rheumatic twinges and the lion-aches of lumbago, the perve-inflammation of neuritis, the wry neck, the joint wrench, the ligament sprain, the muscle strain, and the throbbing bruise. The case of applying, the quickness of relief, the positive results, the clean-liness, and the economy of Sloan's Liniment make it universally preferred. 35c, 70c, $140 Sloan's Liniment Keep it handy --- --- S for 59c is made of solid press with de- made to acquaint you with the induce, and the sale price of London manufacture to take limited amount Money ship, and send stamps and tubel articles We will send you New York Hammers Hair Co. 23 Dumb Street, New York Entrance is 59 m at own cobb on per special offer ents Wanted Good Money Made We want agents in every city and village to sell THE STAR HAIR GROWER This is a wonderful preparation. Can be used with or without straightening irons. Sells For 25c per Box One 25c box proves its value. Any person that will use a 25c box will be convinced. No matter what has failed to grow your hair, just give THE STAR HAIR GROWER a trial and be convinced. Send 25c for full size agent, send $1.00, and we will you can begin work with at Send all money by Money R GROWER, MFR. IRIN to Physicians in 1900 Rheumatism, Neuritis and for Pain generally. Always say "Bayer" when buying Aspirin. Then look for the safety "Bayer Cross" on the package and on the tablets. Handy tin boxes of twelve tablets cost but a few cents. Druggists also sell larger packages. Mme. Eva Clarke HAIR GOODS FOR SALE Hair Nets, 10 and 15 cents each. 1200 Lincoln St., Topeka, Kansas G.W. Hamilton Our Popular Undertaker TOPEKA'S FIRST COLORED LICENSED EMBALMER. Open for Business Day and Night. Everything New Out the Man. Best Service Guaranteed. —Auto Ambulance— Phone 574, 309 Kansas Ave. SANTAL MIDY CATARRH of the BLADDER released in 24 HOURS Each Op- pose bears the name for Beware of sounderists INFLUENZA IS CONTRACTED MORE READILY BY PEOPLE WHO HAVE RUN-DOWN SYSTEMS Poisonous accumulation retained by the system caused by defective digestion and eliminative organs are some of the principal causes of Influenza. If you want to protect yourself against Influenza and La Grippe you should watch your digestion and keep your system free from constipation by using Gavitt's System Regulator. You should not delay! Send for a $1.00 box of Gavitt's System Regulator today and let us demonstrate to you what a valuable family medicine we can furnish you. It is easy and convenient to take and it is used by hundreds of thousands in every part of the world. Therefore we want to number you among one of the users of Gavitt's System Regulator. Remember, if you are not pleased with it after giving it a fair trial your $1.00 will be returned to you as cheerfully as we received it. Dear Sirma—I will try and comply with your request and write you in regard to my experience with the Flu. My first case was a little girl. They came for me about noon. I put her in hot saline bath, gave her three of Gavitt's System Regulator tablets, gave her one every hour for seven hours, stayed with her that night, left about 10 a.m., her temperature normal, headache gone. I left directions to give one tablet night and morning until system was free from poison, if temperature came up another bath and two tablets every hour until fever left. Then I did not know it was the Flu, it was be fore the Flu had become prevalent. After that several of the family had symptoms of the Flu. They used the tablets and hot bath, kept warm and quiet for a day or two and were all right. Several of my neighbors took them as a preventive and their families did not have it. I had two other cases one where the mother and two children had had a doctor and been in bed with it ever a week; the father was taken with it very severe and another child. They sent for me; it was at a time when it was impossible for the doctors to meet the demand. I told them I would treat them as I had others, until the doctor could get there. I did so, that night the doctor phoned he could not get there, for me to go ahead until he came. I stayed that night, the next day and the following day the whole family ate their dinner at the table and I left. They are about 10 miles from me. Last Sunday the wife came and wanted a box I could tell you of similar cases I treated with Gavitt's System Regulator I feel it is a preventive I nursed severe cases Children would cough in my face I hell them and slept heale them and never had a symptom of it If from this you can get anything, you may publish it. My Father was a physician. I have been a nurse for over 25 years. I have never seen anything to equal it as a system regulator and preventive of disease. I have used Gavitt's System Regulator for twenty years. Toledo, Ohio, Aug 8, 1919 The W. W. Gavitt Medical Co., Tonpeka, Kan Gentlemen—I am incurred to believe that you will be interested to know of the wonderful success achieved by the use of your System Register while I was in the Army. Gentlemen—I am incensed to believe that know of the wonderful success achieved by the while I was in the Army. I was in Vermont when the Spanish Influenza there were about two hundred and fifty more contained six in a room and there were should got the "Flu" which affected every room through the aid of your System Regulator the men well, who were in the room with the "Flu". We lost six men out of our entire compulsively disabled for life. Yours very truly. W. W. Gavitt Medical Co., Topeka, Kansas. Gentlemen—I bought a box of your System have used it for some time and I find it gives regulator. I also had an attack of Spanish Influenza and find that it is also good for that what cured me of the Influenza. And I feel cure for Spanish Influenza. Yours very well. W. W. Gavitt Medical Co., Topeka, Kansas. You dear Sirs—I myself have used Gavitt's have bury and several of my family have used a few days. I had by taking two tablets every day, then two tablets each day before retiring may publish this letter if you wish for the best Regulator is unquiled for this disease. Berk W. W. Gavitt Medical Co., Topeka, Kansas. Gentlemen—Last shipment of Gavitt's S received in good order I sent one box to I find where the Influenza has tried a family Regulator according to the special directions very rapidly; while if taken as a preventably eradicated and they pass without having Yours respectfully, L. E. B. Clarke W. W. Gavitt Medical Co., Topeka, Kansas. Gentlemen—My daughter and her husband the Spanish Influenza They used your Gavitt and were well in a few days. The health of the way they all got well I am not a bit afraid Gavitt's System Regulator tablets in the house Grippa in eight hours Yours respectfully, I was in Vermont when the Spanish Influenza menaced the country and there were about two hundred and fifty men in our company. Our quarter contained six in a room and there were about one hundred and fifty men who got the "Flu" which affected every room except the one I was in. Through the aid of your System Regulator tablets I was able to keep the men well, who were in the room with me, during the entire period of the "Flu". We lost six men out of our entire company and left a number of other physically disabled for life. You're very truly, W. C. HITT, Gentlemen — I bought a box of your System Regulator from I. R. Paul and have used it for some time and I find it gives perfect satisfaction as a system regulator. I also had an attack of Spanish Influenza and I used it for this disease and I find that it is also good for that disease and I believe that it is what cured me of the Influenza. And I feel safe in recommending it for a cure for Spanish Influenza. Yours very truly, O. C. NEWKIRK. You dear Sir--I myself have used Gavitt's System Regulator for have hurt and several of my family have used it and have completely erased a few days. I must by taking two tablets every hour until the hour now freely, then two tablets each day before retiring one gets the best results. You may publish this letter if you wish for the benefit of others. Gavitt's System Regulator is unguarded for this disease. Your truly, C. R. WILSON Gentlemen—Last shipment of Gavitt's System Regulator by parcel post received in good order. I sent one box to my son at Camp Ration. 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The Ladies Mission circle of Shiloh Baptist church will give a dinner Tuesday, March 16th, Admission 35 cents. Mrs. Susie O'Brien will have chanced. At night a musical program will be given by Miss Adah James' pupils, Admission fifteen DON'T BORROW your neighbor's paper, but read and pay for the Plaiddealer. Post Falls, Idaho, Sept. 24, 1919. Kans. Only with your request and write you in. My first case was a little girl. The ter in hot ashing bath, gave her three gave her one every hour for seven h at 10 a.m. her temperature normal, he one tablet night and morning until eye he came up another bath and two tails did not know it was the Ilu, it was After that several of the family the tablets and I hot bath, kept warm right. Several of my neighbors took the I not have it. 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Mr. Andrews owns a fine home and is one of the leading citizens of Carthage. Mr. Tinnon and wife are among the leading people of the town and have pleasant employment. Our Friends Over the State AT OSWEGO we found the colored people doing spring plowing and planting garden Mr P H Smiley and others are engaged in farming and expect large returns this season. We visited the school over which Prof B. C Easter presides as principal with three lady teachers. The school is in excellent condition and the students are making commendable progress under this administration. We had the pleasure of dining with our old friends, Mr. and Mrs. Landers. They are among the best people in the state. Here we met Mr. Gossard, who owns the largest hardware concern in this section of the state. He is a staunch Republican and has lived in this town for forty years. He is chairman of the Republican County Central Committee and has been for years. During the war he assisted the Red Cross and served on the committee that raised thousands of dollars to assist in bringing the war to a successful conclusion. He wants to be a delegate from the Third district to the National convention at Chicago. Mr. Rice is another successful citizen and is doing nicely. CHETOPA. Here we found Mr. Bassett, who is conducting a first class restaurant. He caters to both races and has a fine business. Mr. D. Hudson owns a nice little family grocery and is doing fine. Mr. J. H Hudson, who for years was in charge of the cloak room of the Kansas house of representatives is the leading painter and contractor of the town. We had the pleasure THE WOMEN'S HERITAGE 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 mail, $1.85. I will teach the art of hair dressing by mail giving diplomas for the same. Please send 10 cents for postage. 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Mr. H W Morgan and daughter also operate a fine cafe and confectionery and are enjoying a good trade AT PARSONS everybody is working and the race is doing fairly well. Here we found two small grocery stores, two barbershops, three restaurants, one pool hall, one first-class tailor. Pearl Tipton, the house mover, has purchased a large truck for his business at a cost of $5,000. He is one of the best in the country and his devoted wife and sons are right along with him. The A. M. E. church is rapidly finishing their building for the conference. We want a good correspondent in Parsons. Several have promised, but none keep their word. The two beauty parlors owned by women of our race do the business of the town. Mrs. Matthe Shepherd and Mrs. Aritha Dorssey are experts and are making good money. Mr. J. T. White owns one of the largest garbershops in the state. He also owns several rent houses and has just purchased 160 acres of land about five miles out of Parsons. His wife is a progressive business lady. They are helping the race HUTCHINSON The pastor of the baptist church, Rev. Allen is now smugly fixed in his new church and doing fine. Mrs. R B Perkerson and her little son have just returned from Los Angeles Calif., where she says she would like to reside. She says she enjoyed the trip and the colored people have such lovely homes. Reno County wants the Hon. Emerson Cary to go as a delegate large to the Republican convention at Chicago. He is the life of Hutchinson and the county. If the salt losses its savor it is no good, but he owns the salt industry which helps the whole country and is needed everywhere and is good so let the country hast the man who can go to Chicago and save the country from destruction by nominating a good man for president Mr. Cary is the man. The colored people of Hutchinson are improving their condition in purchasing homes. They have only grocery store, feed and coal yard, one restaurant, one pool hall one newspaper, auto painting company, the best in the country. The people want leadership. The business and political lines are woefully neglected. Rev. Henderson of the A M E church is doing good work. He it s installed a plushless furnace and only owes $1000 balance on the church debt In the District Count of Shiwnee County, Kansas. Josie R. Rhule Plaintiff vs. No 22777. Grover C. 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