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The Twenty-Second Year. BISHOP J. M. CO BETRAYS Man Honored By Tells Arkansas Is A White M BISHOP J. M. CONNOR BETRAYS THE NEGRO RACE Tepoka, Kansas, April 24, 1920. Diskey James Couner, Little Rock, Arkansas. I take pleasure in reproducing a speech delivered by you and printed in the Commercial Appeal on April 18. You are the presiding bishop of the A. M. F. church of the district of Arkansas and Oklahoma. If this speech, as reported, was made by you, then I am really surprised and chagrined at a man of our standing with the following you have, and are supposed to be following in the footsteps of the Saviour, who made no distinction between races, nor did he say that one person was dependent upon another. It seems that a number of your supposed leading citizens, as well as ministers, have delegated unto yourselves to go before the white people and down your race, acknowledging the superiority of the white man. It appears that you are not capable of giving your own race good advice, for you are continually predicting the white man will treat you right, and he is your superior. You know that the white man has plundered and stole the labor and virtue of the race for two centuries, which would naturally give him precedence, wealth and educational advantage over this, our black race, but it is not from a moral and Christian standpoint. What the Southern white man owns and what you boast of in his superiority is the profit of slave labor. Now Blahson, I thought you were through when you disgraced yourself by sending that petition to the governor of Kansas for the return of Robert Hill to Arkansas to be lynched or burned, you must have leared being run out of the state if you had not taken this stand. You are not allowed to vote and have that vote counted in any election without being subjected to open violence and stand a chance of being driven from your home. You are not allowed the freedoom of speech as we here in Kansas, then you should speak up boldly on anything that can better mankind. Now the statement by you says that we as Negroes of that state must work up to some plan to reduce the state's illiteracy. What plan can come, that will really do any good from a community that is filled with the teachings of prejudiced minds, that knows really nothing about true manhood and morality as well as the respect for human rights in the upholding of law and especially in regard to the constitution and the Fourteenth and Fifteenth amendments, which gives unrestricted franchise to all people to vote, irrespective of color, race or condition. Nothing can be accomplished until all bad laws are obliterated from the statute books of Arkansas and the constitution amended so that every man and woman can have equality at law without regard to race and color. But I repeat that nothing can be done until all bulldozing, intimidating, red neck white men have been driven out of the state. Now in reference to understanding each other I will say that the race understands itself but you are the one who needs to get in the harms and work for the good of the races. While you are understanding the needs of the race and will not act because you are afraid that you will not find favor with the whites outlaws, when you know full well that there are crimes being instigated against it, I say that you are really causing the youth of your race to stay and put up with the outlaw acts of the white man. I was really surprised in you saying that this is the white man's country. Such statements as these only tend to elevate the white man's idea of predominance and make him think that he is superior to us. You are only aiding the white man to keep him on top and the colored man down in the ditch, and as long as such non-issue continues among men who claim to be leaders, the white man can not help but look upon the colored man as his inferior. The idea that a bishop would make such a statement shows that you are not worthy of wearing the robe of this exalted position in any church. God created this earth and did so for the glory of mankind, and he made man in his own image, and that is what you teach when you preach to your own people, but when you are before a white crowd, you put on a different face. The colored man has labored for two centuries for the white man of the South, and were it not for Colored labor at the present time the white Southerner would starve. The white man has the idea that keeping the colored man out of the schools will keep him a better laborer when as a matter of fact it will make him a better one. Now for the Lord's sake, for humanity's sake, for the sake of your church and for the sake of your race, stop making such foolish statements, as this being the Candidates Who My Dear Biahop; No .18 white man's country. Study the conditions, past and present, of your race, and I think you will not be subject to such folly. You say that we must expound the other man's virtues, but you know full that the other man will not expound ours and your statement that the Southern white man is your friend is one you know to be false. You ought to know by now that he is not your friend. You know 'the colored' man has never destroyed the white man's property. Now speaking about yellow journalism let me say that if the good white men had not agitated the slave question there would not be the free condition of colored men as it is now. But it was that spirit that carried forward the opinion of of the majority of good men in the newspapers, keeping the good intentions burning in the hearts and souls of the people, and you call it yellow journalism. Since your so-called yellow journalism has made colored men free, I don't think that it can be condemned. Now Bishop I want you to read this speech of yours which was put in a white man's paper, still had it not been this kind of a speech I doubt very seriously whether or not your name would have ever gotten into this paper. Allow me to call your attention to the fact that you have contradicted yourself in this infamous speech. You and Rev. Morris made statements before the racial board in the presence of the governor of that state and you called his attention to the fact that outrages were being committed against your race, and that the state had been lax in its educational methods so far as the colored race is concerned. It now seems that you are trying to make up. I hope that you are not looking for a place of notoriety, but Bishop, you know that crimes of serious nature are continually being committed against your race and if you do not know that these conditions exist then you ought to be awakened to the facts of your native state. But if you permit these to go on when ou know they are willfully wrong and disastrous, and know that they are against both men and women and you do nothing to put a stop to them and secure a better condition, then I say that you ought to resign immediately and join the other crowd. Now going back to the Hill case, you know that Governor Allen did right in not turning him over to his tormentors. Had it been proven that Hill could and would get a fair trial, then Judge Pollock would not have made the provisional writ for Hill's return to Kansas in case he is not convicted. This shows that everyone who knows anything at all about the case knows that the white thugs of that county will not let Hill have a fair trial. I note that you say that you would not advise the Colored people to go north, west or east or anywhere else, but I would advise you to go north, west or east or somewhere you can learn something and then return to that ignorant part of America and advise the people to go where they will be traced at least as people and not cattle. The colored man is not asking something for nothing, all he wants is an even break., He wants what he labors for and wants to enjoy the rights and privileges that the Arkansas white man enjoys. He does not want to be robbed and defrauded of his labor, this applies especially to the farmers who ought to move away from the South as fast as trains can carry them. They do not want a distinction to be made in their products and those of white planters, when theirs are just as good. Yes Bishop, there are white men who are really trying to help the colored man, but these kind of white men are lacking in the South, there are some down there who would like to see him succeed, but they know that if they say anything they will be mobbed and sometimes beaten and their property destroyed, so they know enough to keep their mouth shut on any question pertaining to the betterment and uplift of the colored race. I wish to call your attention to a statement made by Representative Caraway, of Arkansas, in a speech on military training in the house of representatives. He said that the Negro had developed no national pride and had no national ideas. He said the equivalent to the statement that if the Negro is given civil rights the white farmer kind of stuff the white Arkansas is made of. This shows what the Arkansas man will do for you. You call this man your friend? Do get right Bishop and do something for the betterment of your race. If you can't help your race please don't knock it. Hoping you will soon get right and aid your race, I am Yours truly. NICK CHILES, Editor The Topeka Plaindealer and President Kansas Defense Society. (Continued on Page Four) TOPEKA, KANSAS, FRIDAY MORNING. APRIL 30. 1920 MISS PERKINS WRITES OF A TRIP THROUGH CALIFORNIA Finds Race Progressing In California And Graphically Pictures Scenes of the Golden Empire In the old days of the Conquistadores and the sandaled Brown Robed Brothers of St. Francis, there was an Alta California and a Baja California, which was to may an Upper and Lower California. You will find on the maps, as a part of the republic of Mexico, this same Lower California, a vast peninsula laved on its western shore by the waves of the Pacific, while from the East it keeps amid desert silences its immemorate watch upon a yellow Gulf into which pours savory silted waters of the Rio Colorado. It was from this historic peninsula that the golden empires and the faded straits which were to cut a shorter passage to Spain for treasure laden ships. It was from these shores, that Cortes the grim conqueror, sent Juana Rodríguez Cabrillo on that immortal voyage of 1542 which resulted in the discovery of our California of today. "Sun and dews that kiss it, Balmy winds that blow, The stars in clustered diadems Upon its peaks of snow, The mighty mountains o'er it Below the white sea swirled— Just California stretching down the middle of the world. It is an empire within itself, vast in 1st proportions, having everything it needs or could desire, so situated that a wall could be built around it Mary MISS MATTIE A. PERKINS and yet leave it absolutely beyond the necessity of hailing the outside world for succor in any way. For three months the writer had the privilege of touring this golden state and visiting many places of interest and also business functions owned and operated by men and women of both races which showed a marked progress. Our Visits In Los Angeles and Round About. You would naturally think it a misfortune to bear a name that half your friends and most of the world at large mangle so outrageously in speaking it, that you must keep the correct pronunciation standing in the daily and weekly papers. Nevertheless, in spite of this handicap, if it be one, Los Angeles has become the Metropolis of Southern California having a population of 660,000. The city possesses the usual assortment of palatial residences, beautiful parks, flowery private grounds, and public institutions of all kinds common to Americans. In addition we see the rose-embordered bungalows, rustling palms and two large Ostrich Farms. We had the pleasure of visiting Grawmons Million Dollar play house. Here no line is drawn. The playhouses throughout California are frequented by all that are able to afford admittance fee The Educational Institutions in the state of California are among America's best. These of course are mixed giving our boys and girls an equal chance with that of the Caucasian race. Among the pleasant anticipations of most Easterners visiting the coast for the first time is the sight of the Pacific Ocean. The heart of Los Angeles is bare 20 miles from it, and s will ask for Same T is easily reached by auto or electric cars in three quarters of an hour. Six or eight other beach resorts, can be reached in the same length of time, where even in mid-winter you may take a surf bath, albeit a chilly one in plain view of snow-capped mountains. Of these one takes ones choice according to taste—and all tastes are catered to. There is for instance, gay little Venice with its mild flavor of Coney Island and its goodolas and real canals, which its streets cross on bridges. There is Redondo where you hunt for moonstones. And there is Long Beach, loved by Easterners and Middle-Westerners for its quietness who has settled there by Tens of Thousands and made of it a sort of Iowa-by-the-sea. It is a well ordered apacious little city. Here of a winters morning when the East is shoveling snow out-doors and coal within, we see the house-wives promenading, purse in hand and basket on arm in front of mountains of oranges and grapefruit, lakes of crisp lettuce and snowy cauliflower hemmed in banks of blushing rubarb, bullocks of ruddy boots and golden carrots, mounds of green peas, melting into rosy plains of strawberries—all this cheek by jowl with bunches of acacia bosoms, Callas, Roses and fragrant flowers of so many hues as Josephs THE LADY OF THE WESTERN STATE Coast. It is a pretty picture in mellow winter sunshine worth a journey to see. Space will not permit us to note all the places of interest, but will mention one other. On Easter Sabbath when all the East was under deep covers of snow, we worshiped on Eagle Rock, a mountain about 3000 feet above sea level, and is several miles from Los Angeles Over 20,000 people braved the dawn in automobiles and on foot to be present at this service which was very interesting and simple and lasted no more than three quarters of an hour. Just as the sun began to peek over the gray hills, the choir in the shadow of a large illuminated cross sweetly sang, "He is Risen". Preaching was in keeping with the day. We had the pleasure of visiting the A. M. E. Church on several occasions Corner Eight and Town Streets which is pasted by Rev. A. M. Ward, formerly of Denver, Colo. This is the best and most thoroughly organized church in the state of California, having over 1200 members. It has two large choirs, the Celestial and senior comprising about 200 voices. The cost of the structure is $7500.00. The pastor is furnished a nice 7 room modern parsonage on Griffith Avenue, and funds are being raised to buy an automobile for he and able wife On Easter Sunday $1200 was raised for this purpose. Rev A. M. Ward came to Los Angeles just six months ago, when he was enthusiastically received by all the members of the church. Under his pastorage there has been one hundred and seventy-seven accessories. Several years ago Rev. Ward pastored at the St. Johns A. M. B. (Continued on Page Four.) Through Papers Publ LOCAL COLORED REPUBLICANS FLAY THE DEMOCRATIC MACHINE Corruption, brutal murder and lynchings were charged against the Democratic party in resolutions adopted recently by Kansas Negroes at a meeting held at Metropolitan Hall here. These methods, the Negroes declared, were used by the Democrats in the South to force the Negroes of the South away from the polls and insure the "solid south" for a Democratic president in the electoral vote. The meeting Friday night was held for the purpose of preparing for a fight at the Republican national convention at Chicago against the alleged unfair tactics pursued by southern Democrats and to get a plank inserted in the G. O. P. platform, pledging that party to an assurance of the right of suffrage to the southern Negro and making the southern hanging "bee" an offense against the government. Big Delegation to Chicago. One hundred and twenty-five members of the Negro Race from every county in Kansas went on record indorsing this movement. Those attending announced their intention of preparing a large Negro delegation from Kansas to the Chicago convention who would haunt the doors of the platform makers to get a protective clause for the southern Negro into the platform. In resolutions adopted, the Negroes went on record as condemning the Democratic party because of the manner in which it, "by bribery, corruption, brutal murders and lynchings, is able to hod its representation in congress and hereby to build up and foster an electoral vote that enables it by such crimes to elect a president. The meeting also went on record declaring in favor of Race loyalty and displacing and condemning any act or deed directly or indirectly establish- With his shop and display room located out of the "high rent" district and free from the handicap of high salaried electrical workers, the Robbins Electrical Company, 1125 Kansas Avenue, will save you big money on wiring and fixtures. These are items to be carefully considered when planning to install electricity into your residence, and once you see Robbins and get his figure, you will not hesitate to let him have the contract. Many Colored homes are without electric light on account of extortionate prices asked by "up town" firms, and thus they give up the idea of enjoying one of life's comforts. To these people Thu Plaindealer takes pleasure in recommending the Robbins Electric Company for electric wiring or supplies. It is the house of prompt active service, satisfactory work and courteous treatment—a place where the Colored man or woman receive the same service for their dollar as the whitest person on earth. Mr. Robbins is a "hale fellow, well met"; always smiling and jovial, it's a real pleasure to meet him. With him color, religion or politics cut no ice—a man is just what he proves himself to be with him, and he delights in giving a dollar in service for every dollar in pay. Better let Mr Robbins furnish you some figures on your electrical work. You are not obligated to have the work done, simply because he furnishes an estimate. Mr. Pugh, one of the old timers around Topeka is clarking for the Company and we are pleased to see him there. He has more acquaintances among our people than any other white man in the city of Topeka and they are all his friends Better drop in and see him. COLORED ELK9 CELEBRATE Kansas City, Mo, April 12—Lawyer C. E. Corbett, of Tulsa, Okla, always audience in eloquent Eulogy, while Rev. J. B. St. Felix Isaacs April 11th was the occasion for the Mid-West Lodge No 233 and Mid-West Temple No 120 to hold their Joint Memorial [Season]. Led by Kansas City's famous brass band, the members napraded through the city to Allen Chapel for their exercises. The program was short and interesting. Attorney C. E. Corbett of Tulsa, Okla, was the guest of honor to deliver the general pulloy and in silvery tones and beautiful language this young barrister hypnotised the congregation by a kind of oratory that is rare. His address was a classic that should have been heard and read by those who are perpetuating masterpieces of oratory and eloquence. Rev. Isaacca followed with a sermon that gripped the heart and soul of the listeners, using the theme, "Brotherly Love" and he was the master of his subject from the beginning to the end. The rest of the program was excellent and all voted the Eiks' Celebration different from the rest. REPUBLICANS DEMOCRATIC MACHINE Refuse to Be "Hood-southern Democrats tion of G. O. P. ing a semblance of disyalty to free and open expression, liberty and the right to vote. It declared votes should be counted fairly and that voting should be conducted without any molesting on the part of any citizen of the United States. Each and every Kansas Republican who may be in attendance at the Chicago convention was urged to join with any and all measures favorable to the Colored race and to introduce a plank in the national Republican party platform making lynching a felonious offense against the United States. They also were urged to work for the adoption of a plank for strict enforcement of the second section of the fourteenth amendment, giving to the Negro right of suffrage. The Republican party and its principles unanimously were endorsed. The resolutions were signed by T. W. Bell, Leavenworth, chairman; F. D. G. Harvey, Lawrence, and James H. Guy, Topeka. The organization was made permanent with S Garland of Kansas City, Kan, as chairman, and Ellisha Scott, of Topeka, as secretary. Two candidates were endorsed for the state offices. Dr. F. D. G. Harvey of Lawrence will be supported by Negroes for state auditor, and Forrest B. Anderson, of Wyandotte was put in the race for the legislature. Addresses were delivered by F. C. Helm, Wichita; the Rev. J. R. Ransom, Wichita; Dr. C. M. Montez, and T. W. Bell, Leavenworth; Judge J. W. Clark, Lawrence; the Rev. Mr. Burbridge, Salina; Mrs. Esie Clark, H. I. Monroe, S. H. Tarbart, the Rev. E. E. J. Watson, George Charles, all of Topeka. THE SEASON HAS ARRIVED FOR PLANTING FRUIT AND SHADE TREES, FLOWERS, ETC. The season has arrived for the planting of fruit and shade trees, flowers, shrubs, etc., and in traveling over the city and county, we note that many of our people are making preparations along this commendable line. However, the all important question confronting them at this time is, "where shall I secure what I desire and get the best?" The Plain-deserter takes pleasure in recommending the Manhattan Nurseries, who maintains sales and shipping rooms at 1125 Kansas Avenue. Every tree, brush and shrub has been tenderly nursed and cared for by the most scientific and skilled workers along this line, thus guaranteeing the best and most healthy trees, plants, vines, etc., to be obtained anywhere. We further urge that our people patronize the Manhattan Nurseries because they deal with all peoples alike regardless of creed, color or religion. They show this by giving employment to members of the Race at top wages and show them the same courtesies as they do their white employees. Our farmer friends along the Kaw and in other sections of the state and also in Oklahoma, who are preparing to plant orchards should bear this in mind and send their orders to the people who are assisting the Race. Mr. Cranston, the manager, is one of the most pleasant and agreeable men on earth. He presents a high sense of honor and is absolutely fair in all his transactions. Mr. Cranston is a man of education and refinement and once you meet him, you will return again and do business with him. With his scientific knowledge of horticulture and tree culture, we have every reason to believe you will be fully satisfied with his suggestions or claims in regard to the purchase of trees or shrubbery. TO ALL THE MINISTERS OF CHURCHES IN KANSAS You have been asked some time ago to lift offerings for the Colored Soldier and Sailors Monument to be erected at Washington, D. C., in honor of the Colored soldiers and sailors who fought in all the wars of our country and the great world war. Now, friends, you know these men stood the test. They fought from start to finish and now there is to be a monument of marble and brass in honor of their gallantry and I am sure you will help. The Memorial Association is asking for all the Colored people of Kansas to help, for your boy is to be honored. Yu have seen the bills of this circular and if not write to 517 Western Avenue and you can have them. Please lift these offerings as soon as you can. I have notified all of my people to help in this grand effort. Just think of it! In honor of our boys! All contributions will be sent to the Commission for the State of Kansas. Benjamin Arms, 517 Western State Commissioner Mr. Elgin Woody of Lawrence attended the party given by the Young Matrons Wednesday evening at the Metropolitan Hall. st of the Race --- One Year.....$1.00 Five Months.....1.00 Three Months......50 Entered at the Postoffice at Topka, Kansas on Second Class Mail matter. Address all communications to The Topka Plaindealer, 1129 Kansas Ave Topka, 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. Unigned communications, except from our regular correspondents, will not be published. OKLAHOMAIAN LAUDS STAND TAKEN BY EDITOR CHILDS Mr. Nick Chiles, Editor Plaindealer, Topeka, Kansas Dogs Mr. Chiles: I must congratulate you upon the manly stand which you have taken in the Elaine riot in trying to get justice meted out to those black sons of Islam. I want to say that all the leading Colored men of any note here in the Eastern part of Oklahoma are joining heart and hands with you. We pray that God will help you to think for the Race. Ye Editor styled Rev. J. A. Booker as being a Judas. I believe you have given him too much honor for Judas did get thirty pieces of silver and a full belly and behold he is right in the shadow of the State Capitol dome, no doubt with an empty stomache betraying his Race on credit. The light ought to be turned on all such leaders. If Dr. J. A. Booker has a divine calling he must study to show himself approved unto God a workman that needeth not be ashamed rightly dividing the word of truth, and do all the good he can in all the ways he can, to all the persons he can—as long as ever he can, and let those alone who are doing the most good for the Race. One good thing we can truthfully say that the Editor always keeps his machine gun loaded and will shoot it in the defense of the Race. Yours for the success of the Race, E. D. Mitchell ALL IS WELL AT TOPEKA, KAN. Excessor Lodge No 3, K. of P., at Topeka gave a grand and successful banquet at their club house on 13th and Quincy streets, Saturday afternoon and night, April 17 500 meals were served and a grand selection of music was played by the K. of P. band, under the direction of Prof. J. R. Jackson. Everything good to eat from cabbage and greens to ice cream and cake was served; after which the guests were entertained by Robert Hamilton's famous Jazz Jazzy and The Knights of Pythias Lodge in Topeka is growing rapidly both in The court is also growing rapidly. Sir Knight Tom Sneed, Sir Finney, Sir Charles Harris, Sir Henry Smith, Sir J. J. Holman, Sir Jesa McDowell, Sir Johnson, are all pulling together. It is predicted that Excelsior Lodge will be the grandest of this jurisdiction in a short time. It has a membership of 158, including a band of 24 expert musicians; and newly organized drill team, which will soon be able to challenge any team in the Southwest. Keep your eyes on Excelsior Lodge No. 3, K. of P., Topeka, Kansas. CONCERNING DR. C. E. LETT WHO DIED APRIL 7, 1920 Dr. C. E. Lett who died at his home in Emporia April 7, 1920 was born in Logansport, Ind., October 29, 1866. At an early age he moved to Atchison, Kansas with his parents. He was married to Anna E. Full in Lawrence, Kansas, Dec. 27, 1888. Dr. Lett was a graduate of the Kansas Medical School at Washbubrn College, Topeka, Kansas in 1899 and has practiced his profession for 11 years in Emporia. Dr. Lett is survived by Mrs. Lett, a daughter, Mrs. Frank Copeland, a granddaughter and a brother, W. A. Lettt of Oakland, Cal. Dr. Lett was a kind degree Mason and a member of the Elks. Funeral services were held at the A. M. E. Church, Friday April 9, at 2 o'clock. Rev. C. A. Woods preached the funeral sermon and the Masons had charge of the funeral The Grand Master II. I. Monroe of Topeka conducted same. Mr. and Mrs. Chas. II. Porter, of Atchison attended the funeral of Dr. Lett. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Brown of Atchison attended the funeral of Dr: Lett, also Mrs. Florence Dale. Mrs. Florence Harden and Mrs. Dolle Lealle of Junction City attended the funeral of Dr. C. E. Lett. J. P. STRONG Prominent Real Estate Broker of Massachusett Boston, Aug. 25th—says, "I have been in the real estate brokerage business for many years. I have suffered with loss of sleep, indigestion and nervousness, but since taking Argo-Phosphate, I sleep better and eat without fear of distress, and can feel a great change in my system." There is nothing in medical science that equals Argo-Phosphate in the treatment of indigestion, rheumatism, nervousness, kidney and liver lills. Sold by all reliable druggists. WELLINGTON, KANSAS The Bazzar given at the A. M. E. Church for the benefit of the Woman's Mite Missionary Society was indeed a financial success and the president Mrs. F. A. Allen, and members are People's Confectionery Mrs. J. Oldham was hostess April 21 to the Woman's Mike Missionary Society. After the business session a two-course luncheon was served. Mr. and Mrs. W. W. Love and daughter, Willa May, returned Thursday night from La Junta, Colo. They report a pleasant trip. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Roberts are spending a few days in Kansas City. WHITE CLOUD, KANSAS. On account of holding revival meetings in Highland, Rev. E. J. Malone did not fill his pulpit Sunday. Master Amos France is on the sick list. Messrs Ira Wilkinson and Lee Stillman went to Highland Saturday on business. Mr. and Mrs. Lafayette Robinson of Hiawatha returned home Tuesday after spending a few days with their grandmother Mrs. Mary Reece. Mr. Maylon Foster of Robinson was in the city Sunday. Mrs. Geo. Johnson and son Leonard went to Leavenworth Saturday to visit relatives. The ice cream supper given at the A. M. E. Church Saturday was a great success. Mr. and Mrs. Hud Crowley spent Sunday at the home of their mother Mrs. Agnes Johnson. Mr. Fred Starr of Highland was a visitor in the city Wednesday. a visitor in the city Wednesday. Mrs. Agnes Johnson entertained Mrs. Geo. Johnson and son Leonard and Miss Rose Stillman at dinner Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. Roy Stillman spent Sunday with their mother Mrs. W. L. Stillman. Mr. and Mrs. Ross Gambol and Mr. Luther Irvine of Hiawatha attended the ice cream social at the A. M. E. Church Saturday night. Miss Naomi Duncan is spending the week in Hiawatha with her parents Mr. and Mrs. John Gambols and her uncle Ross Gambol. The Busy Bee Sewing Society met at the A. M. E. Church Friday afternoon. They are planning on having a bazzar soon CRESCENT, OKLA. Miss Blanche Brame arrived home Saturday from out near Dover, Omaa, where she has just finished her school term which was y the aid of the patrons a success. The Mt. Baptist Church which Rev. J. L. Douglass is pastor is progressing and we are in a revival meet which is being conducted by pastor Douglass. He preached a wonderful sermon Sunday to a crowded house Mr.Matt Jones of Kansas City is visiting at the home of H. J. Frazier with relatives. COLORED PEOPLE DELIGTHED WITH NEW DISCOVERY TO BLEACH THE SKIN Atlanta, Ga.—Sayas that recent tests have proven without doubt that swarthy or sallow complexions can be made light by a new treatment recently discovered by a man in Atlanta. Just ask your druggist for Cocotone Skin Whitener. People who have used it are amazed at its wonderful effect. Rid your face of that awful dark color or greasy appearance in a few minutes. It costs so little that you can't afford to be without it. Just think how much prettier you would look with that old dark skin gone and new soft, light skin in its place. Men and women today must care for their complexions to enter society. If your druggist will not supply you with Cocotone Skin Whitner, send 25c for a large package to Cocotone Co., Atlanta, Ga. (First Published in The Topeka Plaindealer April 2, 1920.) In the Probate Court of Shawnee County, Kansas. In the matter of the estate of Fannie Fustin, deceased. NOTICE OF FINAL SETTLEMENT. All creditors and all others interested in the aforesaid estate, are hereby notified that on the 17th day of May, 1920. I shall apply to the Probate Court sitting at the Court House in the City of Topeka, Shawnee County, Kansas, for a full and final settlement of said estate and for an order of the Court finding and adjudging who are the heirs of Fannie Fustin, deceased. You are further notified that my claim for compensation as administrator and for attorney fees and other expenses necessarily incurred in the administration of said estate has been filed and, as ordered by the court, will be heard on the said 17th day of May, 1920, at 10 o'clock. SARAH F. MALONE, Administrator. ```markdown ``` Used Cars! 1 STUDEBAKEN-4 CYLINDER In No. condition. Will sell cheap 1 INTERNATIONAL TRUCK Priced tee sell Mr Chae, R. Brown of 1010 Lane Street, recently purchased a small Roadster from me. Others are buy- ing. Got in line. SEE ME today about a Used Car. Call at 1234 Lane Street after 8 P. M. 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It also strengthens the Hair and keeps it from becoming brittle. LOU-AU-GPNE Skin Bleach will brighten the complexion without making the face raw and more as is the case in a great many bleaches. It will graduate freckles and all facial blemiesthes arising from a diseased condition of the skin by using it every day and night as it serves as a splendid cream you will be surprised to see the change in the color of the complexion so gently brought about without the terrible torture which is experienced in the use of most bleaches. It makes the skin smooth bright, soft and velvety. Many who cannot use face powder in their satisfaction find that it takes nicely after using LOU—AU—GENE Skin Bleach. Price Per Jar 50c. Lively agents wanted to handle these preparations For information address. Mme. M. LOUISE BROOKINS, 821 E Third Street OKMULGEE, --- OKLAHOMA THE PLAINDEALER wants you to do your part in securing the rights of the race in this country and you can only do so by patronizing institutions conducted by our people. Don't be a sacker. NE-3652 onfectionery CORD, Prop. NDAES AND FRUITS. TOBACCO— CONNECTION TOEPKA, KANSAS INTERESTED? REALLY? LET THE WONDERFUL BEAUTIFIER "Dermatas" Do your Beauty Culture Hair Grower, Hair Gleam, Vegetable Shampoo. The three will give any lady a complete course for a two months' treatment. Agents wanted in every City. Course on Application. Testimonials from all over the United States sent on request. Our goods by Parcel Post, anywhere. Mrs. P. W. Dumavant, 712 E. 26th Ave. DENVER, COLO. OUR NEW HOME PENDLETON AVE. ST. PERDINAND AVE. LEARN TO BE AN AUTO MECHANIC and earn from $100.00 to $400.00 per month. We teach you in six weeks. Big chance for the colored boys. THE KLAMM AUTO SCHOOL CORP. Paola, Kansas J. P. Klamm, President. LANG'S MINERAL WONDER Not a Patent Medicine; Not a Drug, but a refined mineral substance taken from the earth, whose great benefi- cial properties are due wholly to its remarkable chemical affinity for human blood. Nothing can excel this remedy when used for the pur- pose of building up the body, as the Mineral contains a large per cent of iron and sulphur. Especially rea- mended for Rheumatism, Stomach and Kidney Troubles, Running Sores, Eczema, Piles, Etc. The price is only $1 a package. Write TODAY for FREE booklet on this remarkable mineral to W H Bathgate, 100 1-2 Front Street, Portland, Oregon Call on Us For HIGH GRADE GROCERIES CIGARS, TOBACCO and CONFEC TIONS. We Serve Meals and Short Orders Barber Shop in Connection H. J. WILLIAMS, Prop, Osawatomie, Kansas Mme. BEARD'S HAIR GROWER cures all scalp disease, stops hair from falling out and promotes a natural growth of new hair, making the hair long, soft and glossy. Mme. Beard makes Switches, The image provided is too blurry and low-resolution to accurately recognize any text or graphics. It appears to be a grayscale image with a blurry and indistinct pattern. Therefore, no text can be accurately extracted from this image. Transformations and hair goods of 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, $16 S. 16th St. St. Joseph, Mo. For Your Convenience 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 P.J. ON SALE AT THE TOPEKA EDISON CO. AND THIS COMPANY'S OFFICE. The Topeka Railway Co. AGENTS WANTED $3 to $12 Per Day Progress of Colored People Subscribe for The Plaindealer the same old price $1.50. 1930 For Your ALL CONDUCTORS WILL BE OF FIVE FOR THIRTY CENTS THE ANNOYANCE OF GETTING ASK THE CONDUCTOR, HE MODATE YOU. TICKET IN WILL ALSO PJ ON SALE AND THIS COMPANY'S OFFICE The Topeka Bell Phone West 1050 FORREST B. ANDERSON —LAWYER— Real Estate Broker Have all kinds of Property for him to Colored People 529 State Avenue AGENTS $3 to $12 Per Day Insurance That Insures LIFE, HEALTH AND ACCIDENT INSURANCE We can sell you from $100.00 to as many thousand dollars as you may want. There is also some real estate bargains listed with me. Representatives and Agents for the TOPEKA PLAJNDEALER THOMAS B. SIMPSON, 834 S. Elm Street OTTAWA, KANSAS Convenience BELL CAR TICKETS IN STRIPS YOU WILL SAVE TIME AND GING PENNY CHANGE. WILL BE PLEASED TO ACCOM- PANY QUANTITY DESIRED AT THE TOPEKA EDISON CO. Railway Co. WHEN IN OMAHA STOP AT THE PATTON HOTEL N. P. PATTON, Prop. Two Blocks South of Union Station —CAPE IN CONNECTION— —MEALS AT ALL HOURS— Phone Douglas 4445 2014-16 South Eleventh Street, WANTED INFOP, KELLY MILLING gress of Colored People --- SEEN AND HEARD DURING THE WEEK Miss Jennie Davenport called at this office Tuesday and paid her subscription. TOPEKA CITIZENS RETURN HOME Mr. and Mrs. A. Coleman arrived home Sunday, May 2nd, after a 12 months stay in the Windy City. They say Chicago is all right. Mrs. Coleman came home a graduate student in Massage, Electric and Vapor Baths and Chiropodist. Mr. and Mrs. Coleman are among Topeka's best citizens, and we gladly welcome them home. WANTED—Lady cook. Good wages to right party.—G. W. McCord, 310 Kansas Avenue. Mrs Carrie Pullum Dumas of St. Joseph, Mo, spent a few days in the city last week the guest of her cousin Mr. Geo. Charles and Mrs. Elliott Donnelly. She left Thursday for Kristasha, Okla. where she will spend the summer. Mrs. Dumos was formerly Miss Carrie Pullum of this city, CARD OF THANKS We wish to thank our many friends for the kindness shown us during the illness and death of our son and for the many beautiful floral offerings. Mr. and Mrs. R. R. L. de. KNOW IHS WHEREABOUTS? If you know where George Gordon is tell him his sister-in-law, Ella Harley wants to hear from him. She is in Moberly, Mo.G. W. Cross, 411 N. Fifth Street, Moberly, Mo. On Wednesday night, April 28th, at Shiloh Baptist Church there was a meeting for parents and children. Each child sat with their parents. A Heart to Heart talk for the uplift of our boys and girls was indulged in. Robt. Graham, aged 64 years, has been arrested and lodged in jail on a charge of committing a statutory offense against two girls (sisters) aged 11 and 14 years respectively. Graham has been sent to prison three times for similar offense against children, and was out on parole at the time of his arrest. It is said by officers that he will be returned to prison for violating his parole instead of being tried for the offense. We think Graham should be put through the ordeal of a veterinary surgeon and then given his liberty. It's a pity that the law is lame in this respect. WANTED—To get in touch with a thrifty farm owner unencumbered, who would like to develop the Dairy and Poultry business on his place. Some means if necessary. Write Mrs. Leona Allen, 920 Campbell St., Kansas City, Mo. WOULD LIKE GAMES with any semi-pro ball team. Write G. N. Campbell, Manager Elk Giants of Sunflower Lodge No. 227. Emporia, Kansas, 110 1-2 E. Six Avenue. WANTED: A position as teacher. Several years experience. Address Miles Jesse Carter, 1763 Mur- on Street, Denver, Colo. Mr. Louis Pinkston and his brother C. P. Pinkston are running the Quick Service Taxcab line and doing a nice business. They are sons of Kirk Pinkston of Topeka one of the stainless Race men in Kansas. The Pinkston boys saw service in France and made good soldiers. Wichita wel- comes them. Ed. Wright, porter at Chesterfield, Hotel left for a six months vacation. Mr. Geo, Green of El Reno, Okla. stopped in Topeka to visit his aunt Mrs. Posey and also Mr. Nick Chius. Mr. Green is a leading business man of Oklahoma. He owns a grocery store of which Mr. Joe Posey is manager. Mrs. Margaret Tucker of Omaha, Nebr. spent the week enl in the city, called here by the illness of her sister, Mrs. Mary Moxley. While here she was the guest of her daughter, Mrs. Comer, in Lane Street. Mr. York Brown, age 69, died Wednesday at his home 1405 Lake St. The funeral was held Saturday afternoon from Brown Chapel. Burial in Mt. Auburn Cemetery. Mr Forest B. Anderson, of Kansas City, Kansas and candidate for the Representative of Legislature was in the city this week on business and paid the office an agreeable call. Mrs. Lemuel J. Weddington of Kansas City, Mo. is visiting in the city the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Grinsted, 1721 Harrison St. Mrs. Hickum of Kansas City, Mo., and Mrs. Mary Lawson of Amarillo, Texas were callers at this office this week. Mrs. Hickum of Kansas City, Mo., left yesterday for her home after spending two weeks in the city the guest of her parents Mr. and Mrs. R. S. Sims. Mrs. Betty Long and Mrs. Lillian Brown will leave Friday for Chicago to attend the wedding of Miss Luciel Jackson to Mr. John Lewis which will take place Monday evening, May 10. Mrs. Long will play the wedding march. The couple will make their home in New York. Services were well attended at the Cavalry Baptist Church Sunday, May 2. Communion services were held at 11 o'clock. In the evening Dr. W. H. Young, pastor delivered a powerful sermon. Subject: "The Exalted Christ." The public is invited to attend the regular services each Sabbath day. Mrs. Ransom has been seriously ill for several weeks but is much improved at this writing. FATAL JOY RIDE. Mrs., Mally Corran and Miss Mattle Perkins attended the Board Meeting of the Grand Court of Calanthe Bld. in Kansas City, Kansas last Saturday. Meeting was held at the home of Mrs. Norrie Davis, G. W. C. on Washington Blvd. Other members present were as follows: Mrs. Mille Drum Good, Arkansas City, Kansas; Misa Berta R. Garrett, Leavenworth Kansas; Mrs. Ella W. Roberts, Wellington, Kansas; Alty, Freeman L. Martin, Wichita; Mrs. Nattle Bowers, Parons; Visitor: A. W. Lloyd, of St. Louis, Mo., Grand Chancellor Commander of Mo. At 1:30 the committee had a recess and was served a palatable 4 course dinner. by the Grand Worthy Chancellor of Kansas, who is the best cook in the state. With tightly drawn curtains and speeding over the broad highways at the rate of perhaps fifty or more miles an hour in a five passenger Buck, John Patrick, —— Ranom, Mrs. Edith Jarratt Mendenhall and Miss Floise Walker were all instantly killed when the car was hit by a Banta Fe passenger train at a crossing a few hundred feet from the depot at Endora. The party was headed towards Kansas City, where the two men lived. Perhaps with only the joys that awakened them at the end of the journey upon their minds, the quartet met their doom. Death was almost instantaneous, none of the party surviving over five minutes after the accident. The only witness was a woman who says she heard the terrified shrieks of a woman and when she looked up, saw the form of one of the occupants of the car shoot through the air and landing twenty or thirty feet from the tracks. Mrs. Mendenhall was the worst mangled of all, her brains having been dashed out and her skull crushed. Mrs. J. R. Ransom accompanied by her husband, Rev. J. R. Ransom, who is enroute to General Conference at St. Louis, Mo., arrived in the city last week to visit her cous, Dr. J. L. Ransom, and Mr. William Ransom. Rev. A. H. Hamilton of Horton, Ks. passed through the city Tuesday enroute to Kansas City, Kansas on business. Rev. Hamilton is pastor of the A. M. E. Church at the above named place Mrs. Sarrie Ashworth King, returned Wednesday from a visit with her sister, Mrs. Lula Gordan of Spring Valley, Ill. She also visited her cousin, Mrs. H. Oliver in Chicago. Mr. Patrick was married and maintained a nice horse in Kansas City. Besides owning the car in which the party met their doom, he is said to be worth over $15,000. It is also said that he and Ransom were cousins and both resided at the same number. Besides two empty suitcases and two loaded revolvers of large caliber, over $300 was found on the person of Mr. Patrick. His wife was prostrated with grief when notified of the accident. Miss Elizabeth Owens gave a lunchon Tuesday May 4th in honor of Mr. and Mrs. C. Walker of Denver, formerly of Topeka. The guests were Miss Eulah Ridley, Asaile King, and Miss America Mason. Everyone declared that they had a nice time Mrs. Mendenhall, who was 22 years of age was here on a visit from her home in Denver, Colo. She was born and reared in Topeka, as was also Mrs. Walker, who resided on the North Bide. Mr. and Mrs. C. Walker who attended the funeral of their sister, Flossie Walker has returned home to Denver. The funeral of the girl were held the same afternoon, Mrs. Wendemall from the Presbyterian church and Miss Walker from the B Street Baptist church in North Tonks. Mrs. Carrie Ashworth King, returned Wednesday from a visit with her sister, Mrs. Lula Gordan of Spring Valley, Ill. She also visited her cousin Mrs. H. Oliver in Chicago. Comments on this deplorable affair have been many and varied, but it is written, "Judge ye not," etc., so lets drape the mantel of charity gently about them and hope they are sleeping the sleep of the just. God alone can judge. It was one of those every day affairs of "get in girls and ride around the block." The fassination of auto riding has lured many, who were just simply fortunate enough not to meet with an accident. The scripture reads, "For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved." Miss Cuppie Grant and Amelia Gleed of Lawrence was the week end guests of Miss Eva McAdoo Miss Era McAdoo will leave in a few days for St. Louis, Mo. for an indefinite stay. Our pastor the Rev. T. S. Saunders has been re-assigned to the Mt. Olive M. E. Church, Cor. 12th and Buchanan Streets, Many of the members and friends were present at the Conference in Kansas City, Kansas and when the Bishop announced assignment there was an outburst of applause that was unusually attractive. During the six months prior to the recent conference Mt. Olive exceeded all of its previous history in point of attendance, accessions, paying debts and setting of a higher moral, and social and religious standard. Mrs. Mendenhall is survived by a husband, Mr. Leo Mendenhall, mother and other relatives. Mies Walker also leaves a number of relatives. WANTED! WANTED!! 20,000 live wire agents at once to make $50 to $75 a week selling DUDLEY'S Famous Polish for furniture and automobiles, hardwood floors, rypewriters, pianos and hundreds of other articles that have a varnish surface. Special 30 day offer—send $5 at once and will ship prepaid $10 worth of DUDLEY's Famous Polish Write quick. DUDLEY & PORTER. Successors to Dudley's Leather and Chemical Works, 116 S. Main Street, Muskogee, Okla. As an expression of our gratitude to the Conference and an appreciation of the efficient service of our pastor we voluntarily increased his salary three hundred dollars, altho we were paying more than we had ever paid and yet with more ease Dudley's Famous Polish is on sale at the Peoples' Confectionery, 310 Kansas Ave., Topeka, Kansas. There is a larger attendance at all of our meetings and a system of doing things that makes it easy and enjoyable. The sermons are practiced, and foreble. We cannot reach a reliable conclusion as to the limit of our future probabilities under the present leadership. Our friends are invited to worship with us. (First Published April 16 1920.) In the Matter of the Vacation of a Part of Brooklyn Heights Sub-Division To the Hon. Board of County Commissioners of Shawnee County, Kansas Your petitioners respectfully state to the Board of County Commis- sioners that F. A. Rehkopf and others are residents of Shawnee County, Kansas, and owning property adjacent to a certain road known as Rankin Avenue in Brooklyn Heights Sub-Division. Sunday School, 9:45 a. m., Mrs. Fannie Daniels, superintendent. Sermons 11:00 a. m. and 7:30 p. m. Epworth League, 6:30 p. m., Mrs J. A. Whitefield, president. Steward's Aid Monday evenings 8 o'clock, Mrs. Mattie Ewing, president. C. S. Daniels, Sec'y Trusted Board. That your petitioners pray for the vacation of all that portion of Rankin Avenue from the East line of Harris Avenue to the west line of Bolles Avenue, which has not heretofore been vacated by operation of law, said portion of said road being the north portion of the road known as Rankin Avenue and being about the north thirty feet of said road and street as originally plated as Rankin Avenue in Brooklyn Heights Sub-Division and your petitioners further state that the said portion of the said Rankin Avenue herein petitioned to be vacated is not a thoroughfare and is not being used and is of no value to the public and that no private rights will be injured or endangered by said vacation and that the public will suffer no loss in said vacation or inconvenience thereby. LICENSED EMBUILER Open for Business Day and Night Everything New But the Man. Best Service Guaranteed. —Auto Ambulance Phone 574. 809 Kansas Ave. INSURANCE OF ALL KINDS. DRAW YOUR PAY WHILE SICK. Phone Black 4925 Residence 914 Clay Street In the District Courot of Shawnee County, Kansas Mae Buck, Plaintiff. vs No 33122 Lyman L. Buck, Defendant. PUBLICAITON NOTICE. To Lyman L. Buck, Greetings: SYSTEM REGULATOR TABLETS You are hereby notified that you have been sued in the District Court of Shawnee County, Kansas, by the plaintiff, Mae Buck. That said petition in said cause was filed in the office of the Clerk of the District Court, on the 30th day of April. A. D. 1920, for a divorce and to quita title as against you to certain real estate described in plaintiff's Petition. for Constipation, Dyspepsia, Rheumatism, LaGrippie, Flu and other familyills. In use for over a quarter of a century. Hundreds of thousands of boxes sold in all parts of the world. Make your first order direct from us by mail today. All orders shipped same day received. You are further notified that you must answer the petition filed herein on or before the 19th day of June, A. D. 1920, or said petition will be taken as true and judgment rendered against you, accordingly for divorce and to quite the title Sent by mail postage paid on receipt of $1 and your money refunded if you receive no benefits. W. W. Gavitt Medical Co. MAE BUCK. ELISHA SCOTT. Attorney for Plaintiff. Attest: Mary D. Chapin, Clerk. By G. D. McElhenny, Deputy TOPEKA, — — — KANSAS 500 Persons Wanted to invest $5,00 or more in the Chattanooga Defender Publishing Company inc. Capital Stock $20,000. We pay a handsome return. For full particulate write The Chattanooga Publishing Company, 500 East 9th Street, Chattanooga, Tenn. In the District Court of Shawnee County, Kansas. George McClain, Plaintiff. vs. No. 33103 PUBLICATION NOTICE. To Clara McClain, Defendant, Greetings: You are hereby notified that you have been sued in the District Court of Shawnee County, Kansas, by the plaintiff, George McClain. That said petition in said cause was filed in the office of the Clerk of the District Court, on the 26th day of April, A. D. 1920, for a divorce. You are further notified that you must answer said petition filed herein on or before the 12th day of June, 1920, or said Petition will be taken as true and judgment rendered against you, accordingly, for a divorce. GEORGE McCLAIN, ELISHA SCOTT, Attorney for Plaintiff. Attest: Mary E. Chapin, Clerk. By G. D. McElineny, Deputy. ADA'S Hair Grower A In three months will make the Hair long, soft and glossy. A trial will prove it. When in Kansas City call on the manufacturer. We want live agents to represent us in every city and hamlet. Box of Pressing Oil 25c; Box of Hair Grower, 60 cents—MRS. ADA MONTGOMERY, Manufacturer, 1212 Euclid, Kansas City, Mo. Don't fall to visit our up-to-date Hair Dressing Parlors. Money must be sent with all orders Send 10 cents for postage. We guarantee our goods to grow hair and to be harmless. SURE CURE FOR PYRRHEA, RIGGS Disease, RECEEDING This Powder is manufactured by three young race dentists. It is free from grit and other injurious substances. Prevents decay and shines the gold on the teeth. Get something good today by calling or writing. Price 34 cents including postage JAMES BUFORD, State Agent 1044 Grand Ave Topeka, Kansas Stonestreet & Son. ```markdown ``` and Funeral Directors We carry one of the Short lines of CHEWAKING GOODS in the State. We never sleep. We Licensed Himal were in attendance. THE WORLD'S FIRST WOMEN'S JUDO CLUB Mm E. Richardson has opened a first-class Beauty Parlor at Mme. McClelland Todd's old stand, 119 W. 8th 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 25c.—Agents Wanted. MME. E. RICHARDSON, 118 West 5th Street, Topkas, Kaneas Phone 784. B. G. MOORE. L. WOODSON —Cruciforme R. G. Moore & Co. AUTO PAINTERS THOMB 173 800 South Main St. HUTCHINGON, KANSAS TheStore of Progress and bettervalues The store of appreciation, of courtesy and of service--supreme! $1.00 COMB This comb never sold for less than $1.00. It is a durable handle. This extraordinary offer is made superior quality and low prices of our merchandise. 59% is already free than cost to manufacture. Advance of this special offer as we have only a small refunded if not satisfactory. Fill in attached slip or money order. FREE We are honored guests in United Women's hair salon. Have a friend? Need W must have a working your copy five days on receipt of name and address. HUMANIA HAIR CO. 23 Duane Street New Y 1,000 Agen COMB for 59 for less than $1.00 It is made of solid brass with extraordinary offer is made to acquaint you with new prices of our merchandise, and the sale price them cost to manufacture. Don't hesitate to take offer as we have only a limited amount. Money factory. Full in attached slip, and send stamp. friends in Dearborn Waverly hair and ballet attire. Wants should have a tagging. We will mail just receipt of dress and peditions. NINA HAIR CO.' New York Humana Hair 12 DAY AGENTS W $1.00 COMB for 59c This comb server sold for less than $1.00. It is made of solid brass with des- tachable handle. This extraordinary offer is made to acquaint you with the superior quality and low prices of our merchandise, and we take price of 59c is actually less than cost to manufacture. Don't hesitate to take advance of this special offer as we have only a limited amount. Money refunded if not insatisfactory. Full in attached slip, and send stamps as necessary. FREE We are larger dealers in Okinawa Woman's hair and body hairs. hairy Oriental Woman should have a tattoo. We will mark your copy first being an example of some and address. HUMANIA HAIR CO. 23 Duane Street New York 1,000 Agents Wanted ```markdown ``` 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 C Box 81 GREENSBOR The First Nation of Junction —UNITED STATES Capital and Surplus —OFFICER THOS. B. KENNEDY, President O. JAS. V. HUMPHREY, Vice-Pres. Junction City 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 Wish to be an agent, send $1.00 will supply that you can begin parents' terms. Send all money. AR HAIR GROWER Box 812 GREENSBORO, N. C. TUBE It was said it J. M. M. to survive Tuberculosis permanent discovery LINE. Pamela under platy dissection. Send your 45 ARCAR BUILDING The National B of Junction City UNITED STATES DEPOSITORY and Surplus $250, OFFICERS EDY, President O. O. CLARK, W. KEY, Vios-Pres. W. F. MILLER, Junction City, Kansas THE STAR HAIR GROWER, MFR. Box 812 GREENSBORO, N. C. TUBERCULOSIS It was when physician said it was impossible for J. M. Miller, Ohio Druggist, to survive the ravages of Tuberculosis, he began experimenting on himself, and discovered the Hemo Trustment, known as ADDR LINK. Anyone with consult showing tuberculosis brought up your name and address to OAKHURST, camp. THOS. B. KENNEDY, President O. O. CLARK, Vice-President JAS. V. HUMPHREY, Vice-Pres. W. F. MILLER, Cashier Junction City, Kansas Jeff's Lunch 1000 Vine St. WILL HELP YOU LIKE KANSAS CITY, MO. OPEN ALL THE TIME. B for 59c It is made of solid brass with de- made to acquaint you with the shoes and the sale price of urs. Do not hesitate to take a limited amount. Money and slip, and send stamps a hair and nail salon. We will meet just New York 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 ER GROWER, MFR. No. 812 ORO, N. C. TUBERCULOSIS It was when physician said it was impossible for J. M. Miller, Ohio Druggist to survive the ravages of tuberculosis, he began a periment on himself, and discovered the Home Treatment known as ADEN LINK. Anyone with cured patients, lend your name and address to the TUBERCULOSIS DEPOSITORY—plus $250,000.00 CERS— O. O. CLARK, Vice-President W. F. MILLER, Cashier City, Kansas SANTAL MIDY CATARRH of the DLADDER referred in 24 HOURS Each Carp sale bears the 440Y name & four words round foot Rev. L. K. Williams, the noted director of Chicago, coming to Topeka to preach the commencement sermon for the Kansas Industrial and Educational Institute at the City Auditorium, May 23, 3:00 p. m. The Institute is preparing some special music for the occasion; and it is expected that the Auditorium will be packed with both white and colored to hear this famous minister, and the singing of the school chorus. Prominent colored people from all over the state are coming to hear Governor Henry J. Allen deliver the commencement address at the City Auditorium, May 25th, 8:00 p. m. Friday, May 21, 8:30 P. M. I—Musical Exhibition—Institute Chapel. 2-Physical Culture Exhibition by Young Women—Institute Campus. Saturday May 22, Declaration Contest by Literary Society—Institute Chapel. Sunday, May 23 At City Auditorium. At City Auditorium. 3—Commencement Sermon—Rev. L. K. Williams, D. D. Monday, May 24 4—Drill—Student Cadets, Institute Campus. Monday, May 24 Class Day Exercises—Institute Monday, May 24 Alumni Association and Reception— Gymnasium. Tuesday, May 25, B P. M. At the City Auditorium. Graduating Exercises, Alumni Address, Commencement Address. Alumni Address—Hon. Frederick G. Holm, Wichita. Commencement Address—Governor Henry J. Allen, Topeka. Awarding of Diplomas. Certificates. Prizes—Hon. John M. Wright, Topeka. I'm Still Swearing LET ME DO SOME FOR YOU Rae Morgan Harris NOTARY PUBLIC Call 3300 Twelve Years in Practice of Medicine—Four Years in Topeka Examining Physician for— American Woodmen—Knights and Daughters of Tabor—Household of Knif. Mature: 9 o. m. to 12 m. 2 p. m. to 6 p. m. Phone 1147 Office 143 Kan. Ave. Topeka Kan. IT WILL GROW HAIR Poro System Yoe Should See MATTTIE BRADSHAW BURNETT Hair Specialist A Trial Will Convince You of the Merits of my Work. Phone Black 4842 723 Locust St. MADAM CRADDOCK SINKFORD A. A CHANGE OF FACE BUT ON THE SAME JOB. BINKFORD'S MARROW POMADE it course dandruff, stops hair from Falling out. You can get 2 months home treatment for $1.50 or by mail, P155. I will teach the art of hair teaching by mail 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. Binkford 800 Jackson Bt. Topoka, Kaneae Phone Red 4618. COLDS breed and Spread INFLUENZA KILL THE COLD AT ONCE WITH HILL'S CASCARA QUININE BROMIDE Standard cold remedy for 20 years -on tablet form—safe, safe, no opiate—breaks up a cold in 24 hours—relieves grip in 3 days. Money back if it fills. The grassman has a bed top with Mr. Hill's picture. At All Drug Store MISS PERKINS TELLS OF A A TRIP THROUGH CALIFORN (Continued From Page One.) Church in Topeka, Kansas, where they will visit a few days after a few weeks stay in Ohio and St. Louis, Mo., where they will attend the General A. M. E. Conference. Los Angeles has 14 Baptist Churches and three Methodist, all are doing nicely. We met Mrs. Henrietta Harper of Wichita, Kansas. She is one of Kansas' leading women, having held the office of the D. G. M. N. G. of the state of Kansas, for a number of years, and have been the President of the Kansas Federation of Women for several years. She is expected in Kansas soon to make her annual visits to different courts throughout the state. All Kansas welcomes her return. Miss Stella Turner of Wichita sister to Mrs. Harper is also sojourning in Los Angeles. She is looking fine. Miss Stella Turner of Wichita sister leading workers of Rev. Proud's Church on Maple Street We also visited Mrs. Lizzie Cooper Shepherd on E 12th st. Mrs. Shepherd was formerly Miss Lizzie Cooper of Topeka Mr. and Mrs Shepherd and daughter are the pictures of health, which goes to show that they are rolling in prosperity We met Mrs. Abe Henderson on E. 15th st Mrs. Henderson was one of Topeka's pioneer citizens, but has made her home in Los Angeles for several years. She is getting along fine. Mrs. Henderson is the wife of the late Abe Henderson who passed away in Los Angeles a few years ago. We visited the New Age Publishing Co., 1208 Central Avenue, found them busy, under the management of Mr. Fred Roberts We also visited the California Eagle Printing Press, Mr. J. Bass, Editor. The California Eagle is spreading her wings and grows in circulation daily The Editor and his wife with the combined office force is planning to make the Eagle the leading paper in the entire west. A. F. Adams, A Young Business Man From Kanea Is Making Good In Los Angeles. The Ponce De Leon Sweet Shop at 12th and Central Avenue is owned and operated by Mr. A. F. Arams, formerly of Junction City, Kansas, who came west several years ago Adams is a wide awake energetic business man, attending strictly to the work in which he is now engaged. His Confectionary is one of the best equipped in the state, and carries stock of the highest grades. He has a fine soda dispensary, serves light lunches and catera especially to parties, churches and lodgee. Everything is first class and served in first-class style. The Adams Ponce De Leon Sweet Shop has a large patronage among both races, and is a credit to the community in which he lives, and to his Race. When in Los Angeles don't fail to call and give Mr. Adams a trial. In connection with this confectionary is a Post-Office Sub-Station, this gives employment to 2 young ladies. For this excellent work Mr. Adams should be highly complimented. Mr. and Mrs. Adams resides at their beautiful home on a Ranch South-west of Los Angeles, having a large number of hogs, cattle and chicken property valued at $12,000.00. While in Los Angeles we were guest at Sojourney Truth Home, E Adams street, for a few days. This institution is maintained and carried on by a club of 100 ladies. It is a beautiful brick structure, has 13 spacious rooms, a dining room, parlor, and library. The home is conducted by Mrs. Caledonia D. Taylor who has been with the Home 4 years, she has proven to be the best matron in the history of the home. The ladies are planning to enlarge the building in the near future. We enjoyed a palatable dinner at the Prof. and Mrs. W. R. Carters home at 2413 Jullet St. The Carters are doing fine, having everything heart could desire, owning a 11 room modern brick equal to that of a Governor's mansion. Prof Carter is the superintendent of Negro Work, Southern California Baptist Conventions, overseeing 38 Churches and missions in Southern California. Prof Carter was formerly of Topeka, Kan, ad was the founder and builder of the Topeka Educational and Industrial Institute. In Oakland, Calif., we were the guest of Rev. and Mrs. J. M. Brown formerly from Topeka, Kan. Rev. Brown has been for the past five years the pastor of the First A. M. E. church of this city, which is one of the state's leading churches. When he first took the charge the membership was only 184, but has increased to 600 membeurs. The property was badly in need of repair, and the old debt pending was $1800.00 but with much patience and toll every dollar has been paid. The church has been neatly repaired and have bought a room modern parsonage, all which has been paid for. His congregation furnishes him with a fine limousine, pays for the oil and furnishes he and his family with all the needs of life, except food for his table. Iev. Brown, in Oakland, as he was in Kansas, active in nearly every social and fraternal organizations in every church of every denomination. He has organized a 2nd Church at West Oakland, and bought property for the same valued at $40,000.00. It is called the New M. E. Church. We trust after the meeting of the next Conference Iev. Brown and his family will again be with us in his old home town. Mr. Merrill Brown the eldest son of Iev. and Mrs. Brown is attending the Berkley College, one of the best in the state. We also looked in on the Oakland Sunshine Publishing Co., office, Mr. R. Marshall, editor. We visited numerous business houses in Oakland, San Francisco, Los Angeles and Paseadena. Also is several smaller California cities and found the Afro-American citizens as a whole on the alert. They are a thrifty class of pebbles. Everyone has a business or is employed by other business characters. Wages are extremely good in the West. The average woman in the west makes the Appreciate man's wage in the West. We wish to thank all patrons and friends for courtesies shown us while in the Western States. BISHOP CONNER BETRAYS RACE (Continued From Page One.) Here is the infamous speech delivered by Bishop Conner, and in introducing the article, The Appeal characterizes the Bishop as "the moving spirit of this great country, the true leader of the Negroes." The Bishop said: Ignorance is the most baneful thing in the world today, because it is the root of many, if not all, our evils. A thing that is not settled rightly is not settled at all. This seems to be an age of of revenge, the spirit prevalent. This can and must be killed by the love we exhibit for one another. Catholicism had away in some of the countries where all of our unrest has been realized and we must make this country safe for Christianity. Our own Governor Brough of this state has sought to enlighten all of the people. His efforts are being assisted by our efficient state superintendent of public instruction, Prof. J. L. Bond. We, the Negroes of this state, must enter heartily into this great plan to reduce the state's illiteracy. I am not working for praise, but working for humanity. "Dr. Pope, assisted by Dr. Hill, the pastor of St. John's A. M. E. church, backed by the loyal pastors and membership of this district, has done a lion's share, in that he has already given for the illiteracy campaign movement his quote. "All we need in this country, said the Bishop, is a thorough understanding of each other. The only way to take care of these conditions is to educate, Christianize, purify the social system, and then the problem will be solved. This country has given birth to a new Negro and new white man, and we must learn to work together on common ground for the best interests of the best country in the world. One of the main things which has done us harm as a race is "yellow" journalism and agitators. This is not an age for agitators. These are times for extreme conservatism for my people. We must keep those who seek to throw fire brands into our ranks in the background. The man that is a safe and sane leader for the people is the one that seeks to ally conditions. There are many of us hinking and working for you. Will you let us do so? Say what you may, this is the white man's country, but let us seek to keep on friendly terms and con- Wire You For Electr Wire Your Home For Electric Lights It can be done at very little above the old price. Electric lights are handy, safe and clean. You should not be without them when they can be installed at such a small cost. WE ALSO CARRY FIXTURES, SUPPLIES, ETC. The Robbins Electric Co Phone 1776 1125 KANSAS AVENUE TOPE NOW IS T TO ORDER FF NOW IS THE TIME TO ORDER FRUIT TREES We have a good assortment of CHERRY, APPLE, PEACH, PEAR, PLUMS and SHADE TREES. Also BERRY PLANTS of all kinds SEND FOR OUR FREE DESCRIPTIVE DATA WITH REASONABLE PRICES. Manhattan Nurser SEND FOR OUR FRIEND DESCRIPTIVH OATALOGUE WITH REASONABLE PRICES. 1123 Kansas Avenue TOPEKA. ASPI Introduced by "Bayer" The word pumice Aspirin — the Aspirin prescribed by physicians for medical years. The name "Bayer" means the true world-Genome Aspirin, second only by millions of people. TOPEKA, KANSAS ASPIRIN Introduced by "Bayer" to Physicians in 1900 The wont genius Aspirin—the Aspirin prescribed by physicians for almost years. The name "Bayer" means the true, world-geneous Aspirin, proved only by millions of people. Each unique package of "Bayer tablets of Aspirin" contains proper Grabblessons for Colds, Headaches, Tooth-gums, Hairaches, Neuralgia, Lumbago. Kheumatism, Neuritis and for Bell generally. Always say "Bayer" when buying Aspirin. Then look for the safety "Bayer Cross" on the tablets. Heady the boxes of twelve tablets cost but a few cents. Drugstores also sell larger packages. frighten our share. Let us, seek to live here in peace. We can do it. We must do it. We are not going north to live better. Let us be one people. Let us know one flag. This can be done without the destruction of any of our racial identities. We should have interest in common. Why should we want everything for nothing? The white man has done much for us. As an evidence of this fact, they have and are educating many hundreds of Negroes in this country. We must while we are bowling for our rights, not forget we are to contribute our quota in civic unlit, and we must do all that lies within us to break down and burn up everything that tends to boost and give impetus to crime and debaucheury. "We are not alone in this fight for the general uplift for Negroes. Some of the best white men in this fair Southland are with us. Races are like men—they are worth to the world only as they contribute to man's uplift. Too many of us have shifted our burdens to the other man's shoulders. Let us shoulder our responsibilities stop complaining. No race has ever risen always complaining, and doing nothing but grumbling. Let us learn to expose the other man's virtues, as well as ours. They are our friends." NOTICE TO THE HOUSEHOLD OF RUTH Mrs. Henrietta Harper, G. W. C. of the Household of Ruth will visit the subordinate Lodges on the following dates. 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