Kansas City Advocate

520 MINNESOTA AVENUE----CHRISTMAS FOOTWEAR AT "THE BOOTERIE"----520 MINNESOTA AVENUE TWELVE MONTHS $1 50 Topeka, Kas., Dec. 14.—From all parts of the state farmers of Kansas have met under the auspices of the Sunflower State Agricultural Association, for the purpose of discussing farming and the best methods, and receive from each other information and inspiration. Prof. William Carter is president. Some of the most noted men of Kansas are present and a number of visitors from other parts of the country. Yesterday afternoon the executive committee of the association met at the Topeka Industrial and Educational Institute and inspected the buildings and grounds, also the exhibits of the farmers. The meetings in some prospects take on the appearance of a county fair. The opening meeting was held last night. Music was furnished by the students under the direction of Miss Carrie Carney. Rev. J. D. Rice, made the opening prayer. "We are indeed delighted to see so many of you present today," said Dr. William R. Carter, president, "and I assure you that you are welcome. Perhaps no time in the history of our country did the farmer occupy such an important place in the nation as today. Almost the entire civilized world is looking up to him, because America must feed thousands of American soldiers, and then we are called upon to feed the allies. The farmer must do his part of it. "We must make more food stuff next year, and now is the time we must see how we are to get the best results. I am sure each one of you have something to say that will be helpful." Lead by the students, the large audience sang "America," and then the program opened. Reports were made by vice-presidents J. C. Carson of Sibleyville; Mrs. M. Bolia, Oakland; T. W. Ganay, Pratt. Secretary Arthur Emery of Lawrence made an interesting report on the condition of the farmers of Kansas. After the appointment of some committees time was spent in relating experiences of the past year by farmers. This furnished valuable information. At the opening the second day's session this morning, the Rev. Dr. T. L Griffith, made the opening prayer, and O. D. Redding of Independence, Kansas, told how to make chickens pay. He is considered an expert chicken raiser. I. W. Burdy, of the Kansas State Agricultural college spoke on "Government Emergency Work in Poultry Raising." There are many addresses. There were many addresses delivered, and the meeting is perhaps the largest attended in the history of the organization. Hon. John M. Wright, of the National Negro Business League, delivered an able address. "We must win the war," he said, "and every American Negro, old and young, rich and poor, are going to do their part. We are in the game and we are in it to win. As our fathers shed their blood in every conflict in which we have been engaged, so will the sons to the same thing today. We will go into the trunches of France just like going to a good first class meal. God help us all to do our duty. The Negro has always been loyal and always will be, and then we represent true American patriot ism." All subscribers who are clear on our books January 1st, 1918, will get the benefit and saving of 50c on our annual January subscription reduction. If you are not paid up in full you are the loser. Don't Forget Your Old Friend Kansas City Pioneer Jeweler J. A. WILSON 1616 West 9th St One block and a half east of Armour's Same Reliable Service NICE JEWELRY FOR PRESENTS A. Post Prints the News and Tells the Truth. Delivered at your door regularly every week at-150 per month. WE MUST RAISE MORE FOOD STUFF," SAYS KANSAS NE GRO FARMERS-THOUSANDS OF AMERICAN SOLDIERS ARE DEPENDING UPON US FOR FOOD There are many addresses WILL HELP SUBSCRIBER ALONG THE LINE OF REASON Mister Newspaper Man, for mo' dan a hole yeah, Tse bin er tryin ter go longer de line ob Rezun, an some times, it pear-like ter me; dat dain't no need to try to go dat wa-kasse, dar ain't nobody dwu dat wa. But Breese yO Sole Honey—hearn fun 'r man, what I knows, "who is done bin, what he is gwyne. He sho has—dat he has—he is now settin up in 'er you-pas tree—or sumpln. So I'm gwyne ter try to keep inchin 'er long de line ob Rezun—maybe I'll git dar. I read the "Upas Tree of Kansas," by Mr. Charles D. Clem of Chanute, whom I have known for some years, through all of them; appreciating. And I have to say of it, "It is a Classio-it is a Classio indeed from the hand of a master of his subject." I have not, in a season of years; seen a stronger array of Truths, a Better presentation of Fact—a more logical line of argument—a clearer, cleaner cut, and more cogent dissertation on the subject of our survival and progress. It is simply Masterly! Masterly! Having read this wonderful little Triatise, along with his matchless definitive poems, one is seized of a desire to pray, as follows: "O, that the vice-like limbs of the real Alligator tree, could compass; or the blighting shade of the real Upsa tree could cover, that unseemly number of us, who see nothing in ourselves because of our Race, and see All in any other because they are of different races from us—for a sufficient length of time to crush or smother every vultage of vitality from so base and ignoble a principle found within us. So that, upon being released from such deadly grip or coming into the life-giving sunlight of Reason they would observe in themselves the rudiments of a mainly consummation to be attained by Aspiration, Hope, and diligent application. And seeing such in themselves, they would forthwith be able to 'see the same in their Black Brothers. For, know ye not, "We see our Fellows and Associates; ourselves in a glass" is largely true of us all, although we may not at all times be conscious of it? And listen! that, above is a prayer that all of us must pray, if we would have an improvement upon the loathsome and undesirable conditions that now enthrall us. Listen again; "If such prayer is prayed in earnest, it will be answered and granted to the letter." For there are few of us, who have not heard it said, as the utterance of the Greatest Man who ever walked on earth: "Ask, and it shall be given, "Seek, and ye shall find, "Knock and the door shall open unto you." Which, in this case, will be easily and exceptionally true, for the reason that the one who prays, is the same to whom the prayer is directed—he has the power to answer. That is to say—his prayer will be simply a resolution for "Rise from the low lever of falsehood to himself and to his race, and from out of all the filth and contemptible littleness, that encompasses him. Which makes him disrespect and hate everything that bears the same mark and brand of race that he does—and honor and look up to everything that does not. It will be just a simple resolution—to cease living and dealing trouble. To cease doing those things of which we are ashamed and keep hid from those, whom we wish to think well of us. The making and keeping of such a resolution, l. e. The-praying of such a prayer, will be a complete solution of any and all problems that can rise by reason of our race. Ahem, Ahem. Let us bow our heads in prayer. Hump? Hump? What? Don't bother me now—I'm prayin'. (Uncle Ike) L. F. BRADLEY. Miss Julia Tucker and Myrtle Everett visited Lincoln high school on last evening and her aunt. KANSAS CITY, KANSAS DECEMBER, 14 1917. ROLAND HAYES RECITAL A GREAT SUCCESS' The Roland Hayes recital at Conventio nall last Friday night under the supervision of Prof. J. R. Lee, principal of Lincoln High school, was a success from every viewpoint. While it was a very cold and stormy night fully seven thousand people braved the zero weather to hear the great tenor of the race, and lend their presence and money to help make our color soldiers at Camp Fumston feel they had left at home true and loving friends who wanted to make them more comfortable and happier. The big, fine looking chorus of 600 made up of dozens of churches and organizations with an orchestra of 50 pieces, some coming as far as Marshall, Mo., Leavenworth, Kas., and other nearer towns of both states, paying their own expenses only goes to show what brotherly love is. It was a great sacrifice especially to those who braved the cold weather living for many miles away. All who were present felt fully paid for whatever burden it might have seemed to them. It was beyond a doubt the best entertainment that ever was witnessed at this mammoth hall. A large number of the soldiers from Camp Funston were present, who shared with delight the evenings program. FEW KNEW OF SENTENCES. Even High Officials of War Department Were Not In Secret. Washington, Dec. 11.—The hanging of thirteen Negro troopers for complicity in the Houston riot was unknown to practically all officials of the War Department until it was announced at Fort Sam Houston. Doubtless the death sentences of the court-martial and the preparations for the hangings were known to a few high officials, but so far as can be learned the departmental commander carried out the executions as a routine affair, as he is warranted to do in time of war, and only made the usual formal report which was received here after the news dispatches. Were the country at peace, the executions would have required the approval of the President. In time of war, however, all such authority is decentralized and placed with responsible commanders. No other event of the kind in the army has occurred within the memory of the present generation. The last of its kind was when members of the so-called "St. Patrick's Battalion" were put to death by General Scott in the Mexican war. Members of the battalion deserted, joined the Mexican forces, later made their homes in Mexico, marrying native women and many of their descendants now are found there, natives of that country in all respects, but bearing names quite foreign to the language they speak. A large number of them were shot by General Scott at the battle of Chapultepec and their last glimpse of life was the sight of the American flag breaking out to the breeze as Scott's legions stormed the ramparts. The swift manner in which the Houston riots we were tried and hanged without publicity was the subject of remark today at the War Department. The last incident involving rioting among Negro troops was the Brownsville affair, as the result of which President Roosevelt summarily dismissed a whole battalion from the army. CITIZENS' FORUM The Forum met regardless of the very cold weather and had a very pleasant and profitable meeting. President Buster opened on time and among the many quotations the president and members were delighted with Margaret Nelson and little Catherine Rhodes'. The latter was applauded. The president asked a discussion on "Why. This High Cost of Living?" Twas answered intelligently by Prof. I. Dwiggins and Mr. C. Jenkins. After appropriate music Miss Whiteside of Kansas City, Mo., gave a fine reading on "The Last Judgment." Twas extraordinary. Those who missed this missed a treat. The Current events were fine. Sunday, December 16th, is another fine program. Electa Chapter-No. 2, O. E. S., the richest lodge in town, at its regular meeting elected the following officers: Mrs. P. C. Long, W. Matron; Mrs. N. Jones, Associate Matron; Mrs. M. C. Matthews, unanimously re-elected Treasurer; Miss I. Jones, Secretary; Mrs. Mabel Clayborne, Conductress; Mrs. Blanch Washington, Assistant Conductress; Mrs. L. T. Green, Ada; Mrs. R. White, Bnth; Mrs. S. Sinclair, Eisher; Mrs. S. Bryant, Martha; Miss L. Jones, Warder; Mrs. Soanes, Sentry. Building Committee, Mrs. M. Johnson, I. Jones and Mrs. Loog. A Patron is to be elected later. Y, KANSAS DECEMBER, 14 OTWEAR AT "THE THE INTER-STATE LITERARY ASSOCIATION KANSAS AND THE WEST. SESSION IN KANASS CITY, KAN SAS CHRISTMAS WEEK 1017 This comes to inform you that the Interstate Literary Associatin of Kansas and the West will hold its twenty-seventh annual session in Kansas City, Kansas, on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, December 26th, 27th and 28th, 1917. Any literary society debating club or other organization rendering programs or a literary or musical character is eligible to membership and will be admitted upon sending to the corresponding secretary on or before December 1st, 1917, the membership fee, the name of the organization and the city in which it is located. The membership fee for new societies is $1.50; for old societies, $1. Each society thus enrolled is entitled to three delegates and three alternates, one of whom may represent said society on the program. To the end that the Interstate Literary Association may keep the high standard set by its previous meetings, the Executive Committee, deserves the co-operative support of all its societies; and in this crisis in our national history it requests that as far as possible writers of papers shall emphasize the following subjects: Thrift, Conservation, Patriotism, Service, Unionism and Economic, Industrial and Civic conditions. We wish the theme of our program, to be patriots, without a single utterance of treason. Contests. One evening will be given over to contests in oratory, original poetry, original music and decoration, to the finners of which first and second prizes will be awarded. This contest will be open to anyone except persons graduated in either of the above mentioned branches. Rules. Will each society do its share toward helping the Interstate Literary Association observe the following rules? For upon that depends the success of our 27th session: 1. Program numbers must be sent to the Corresponding Secretary on or before Dec. 1st, 1917, that they may reach the Executive Committee before the program go to press. 2. All papers are limited to ten (10) minutes. 3. Credential's admitting societies are required to show at least three regular meetings of the society during the year prior to the session. If your society is not in session, convene it. If no society, organize one. Kansas City, Kansas, promises the Association a Literary and social treat. For further information address MRS. W. W. CALDWELL Corresponding Secretary. 614 U Street. Atchison, Kansas Done by order of Executive Committee, Mrs. Willa Dwiggins, chairman. METROPOLITAN TEMPLE. Although the weather was very inclement and cold this did not chill the ardor of the worshippers at this church. Pastor D. A. Holmes preached well in the morning and gave an interesting talk at night. Next Sunday special sermons will be preached which all should hear. All are invited. The B. Y. P. U. will give "The Very First Christmas," also moving pictures, December 21. The Metropolitan Baptist S. S. sent Christmas boxes to Messrs. Earl Gardner, William Hulsey, Carl Hughes and Russel Monroe who are serving as U. S. soldiers in the Philippines. The funeral of Mrs. Lee took place Sunday afternoon, from the M. E. church. Rev. McMorris officiated. Deceased was a true Christian and well loved by all who knew her. She leaves daughters and sons and many friends who regret her demise. SON-IN-LAW ACCUSED OF SHOOTING FATHER-IN-LAW MONDAY NIGHT John Morris, 47 years old, was shot and badly wounded Monday night at hi shome, 830 Virginia avenue, during a quarrel. His son-in-law, Tom Tyler, is accused of the shooting. Morris was removed to the Douglas hospital for treatment. Tyler was arrested. Agents in Every Town Best Selling Article. Start at once. Large demand for my goods. Can make $25 to $50 per week. Success assured. Investigate today. C. O. Taylor Co. Dept. A, 910 Nebraska Ave. KANSAS CITY. KAS. COLORED WOMAN FROZEN TO DEATH Mrs. Mary Elfott the wife of John Ellott, a laborer, was found sitting in a chair Sunday evening frozen to death at her home, 1504 North Third street, when her husband came home from his daily call. She was sitting by the store but there was no fuel in or about the house. It was not known how long she had been dead when her husband found her reclining in the chair. PRAYER How long, Oh Lord how long! We are driven from pillar to post. We are refused human courtesies by those in power. We are compelled to carry our hungry bodies past many a heavy laden board because of our color. We are made to go thirsty for the same reason. Through the compelling power of loyalty we take up arms for our country and in the uniform suffer indignities from those whom we are obliged to and gladly protect. We have no advocate but public sentiment and it sleeps. We know there are hearts that suffer with us, but they lack courage. We, because of the color Thou gavest us, are not considered in the counsels. Already they who desire our restriction, suppression and humiliation are studying how to keep us out of the enjoyment of world democracy. They realize that we make good soldiers. They realize that we have ability. Their lives are being saved by our efforts. They study our downfall. They smite the hand that helps them. When we would protect our women we are beaten and our lives are taken from us. Our lives that Thou gavest us they take. How long! Oh, Lord, how long! Shall our enemies prevail over us? Stay the hand of those who desire our downfall. Thou knowest of the wickedness that prevails. Help those who are temporarily in power to do right. We know that this life does not end all. We know that those in power now will not always be in power. We know of the frailties of humanity. We would pray for those who despitefully use us. If they will do right, bless them. If they continue to do wrong, blot them out of the book of Thy remembrances. However, if possible, bless them. Teach them Thy ways. THE ADVOCATE AND COMMUNITY LOSES ONE OF ITS LOVABLE CITIZENS Mrs. Lottie D. Hall, who has been a resident of this city for many years and the circulating manager of The Advocate since its first issue left today for San Francisco, Calif., where she will make her future home with her daughter. While The Advocate regrets to lose a member of its staff and especially one so efficient and agreeable, as Mrs. Hall, we feel that the community has lost still more in the departure of this noble, Christian woman. She did not only look after her duties of circulating manager of The Advocate, but was a missionary in the full sense of the word. Everybody knew Mrs. Hall and everybody loved her. There was no task too big for her when it came, to do for others. As a Christian worker she was tireless, and she could be found in every Christian service and there for work. Her work in the Sabbath school as a teacher was of great inspiration. She was also just as active in the Allen Endeavor and church work. Her kind and wife council to the young people will never be forgotten and her life will ever be stamped upon the lives of legions of whom she came in contact with in this city and state. It's with much regret and heartfelt feeling we have to say good-bye, but The Advocate and staff with all the community bids you God-speed and we know where ever your lot is cast will be a blessing to those about you. PROMINENT MASON DEAD. Mr. John L. Minor, Sr., the father of little John L. Minor, who lives at 1023 New Jersey. Funeral Sunday at 2 o'clock from the Second Baptist churub, Kansas City, Mo. Mrs. S. C. Buckner, 929 Splittog, entertained Mrs. Lottie Hall Thursday night from where she left Friday morning at 9:10 over the Santa Fe for San Francisco, Calif. Mrs/Pearl Everett entertained Mrs. E. Shenall of Macon, Mo. Miss Lena Allen and her auntie visited Mr. and Mrs. Solomon Banks. Mrs. Carrie buried her cousin last Sunday. SAVE $10.00 AT $15 and up THE MERIT CLOTHING CO. 1019 MAIN, K. C. MO. Get Him a Merit Suit or Overcoat for Xmas THE MERIT CLOTHING CO. 1019 MAIN, K. C. MO. SAVE TEN $15 and up $15 and up ONCE A COOK OF ABRAHAM LINGOLN COLORED WOMAN DIES AT 106. Oakland, Calif., Dec. 1.-Daffy Summers, said to be the oldest colored woman in California and a former cook in the employmnt of Abraham Lincoln, died here today, aged 106 years. She is survived by two great-great-great-grandchildren and 3 other generations. She was born in Alabama. SUMNER HIGH NOTES. Sumner was honored with the presence of Mr. Charles Stewart at our assembly on Thursday, December 6. Mr. Stewart is the only Negro member of the Associated Press staff. He was recently appointed chairman of the publicity bureau for the conservation of food. Mr. Stewart has been with us several times before and is therefore not a stranger to most of us. He is undoubtedly the best liked speaker that has ever addressed the students. Whenever he comes to us to give a lecture we realize that he has a message for us and it is therefore very little trouble to him to secure perfect attention. His subject was, "A Man." To say that it was good would be only half of the story, but to say that it was splendid in the superlative degree would come nearer doing his address justice. We will not endeavor to give the full of his address, but will give only the gist of it. The first purpose of the high school, he said, is to teach us to be men and women. Wha is a Man? was the very significant question that he put to us. It is not strength that makes the man, he related. If that were so the elephant would be the greatest man on earth. Neither, is it size that makes the man, for then the elephant would again be the greatest man. Let us look in the second chapter of Genesis, and consider that which God formed out of the dust of the earth in his own likeness. After God had formed this image of Himself did He call that man? No. But after He had breathed into the nostrils of this his likeness, the breath of life and this inanimate thing became a living creature, he called it Man. Through centuries man has developed to the present time. What is it in man that has caused him to conquer the other beings of creation and survive down to the present time? Let us look more closely, he said, at this creature that God called Man. Look at him among a den of lions and other such beasts. See how they cringe and prance and how they obey his blinding when he enters their cage. Why does Man conquer over these beasts who have the power to crush him in a moment's time? Then, again, look at the great giants of industry such as the locomotive, the aeroplane and the mammoth sea going ships of all of which man has more or less complete control. Consider the great structures, such as the great Singer building, the Woolworth building and the Metropolitan Life Insurance building, all of New York, or at our own Union station and R. A. Long building that little Man has constructed. What is there about this living creature that God called Man that has caused him to survive to the present time and accomplish such great wonders? It is Thought that has caused Man to survive and conquer. It is Thought that has caused Man to accomplish A "MERIT" MAN. Col. Harry McCamey has been with the Merrit Clothing Company, 1019 Main street, Kansas City, Mo., for seven years. He is the life of the business among the great corps of salesmen in this popular clothing house and his influence and standing among the colored boys and especially the K. P.s, of which he receives his rank from the uniform department, is worth much to the business of this firm. A Clean, Bellable, Family Paper, Published in the Interest and Welfare of all Humanity. NO. 16 AVENUE COLLEGE MEN GIVEN PROMINENCE NO.16 WILBERFORCE MEN TO BE GIVEN CHANCE TO BECOME OFFICERS Wilberforce, O., Dec. 12.—That colored men will be given considerable prominence in the selection of men for the next officer's training camps, is suggested in a telegram received by President W. S. Scarborough of Wilberforce University Tuesday morning. The telegram is from an official at Washington and announces that a quota of twenty-men has been assigned to Wilberforce, and that these twenty fortunate students will be selected December 15 at which time an officer will come here. The telegram reads as follows: "Quota of twenty is assigned your university for the third training camp. Get in touch with desirable graduates and under graduates who desire to apply. About December 15, officer will be sent to your university to make final selection. Literature and instructions mailed you today. Men selected will be sent to school of Eighty-ninth division, Fort Rifley, Kansas. McCain." Wilberforce is already represented by a number of officers in the National Army who were commissioned at the colored training camp at Des Moines, Iowa. The graduates and undergraduates from colored colleges, and especially from such an institution as Wilberforce University are very desirable for the officer's camp and it is for this reason that a number of the commissioned officers in the ranks of the colored troops are former Wilberforce students. the wonders that he has. "Thought will make the whole world bow, at your feet." It is not the color, the speaker pointed out, nor the texture of the hair that is going to win your recognition in the world, but it is Thought. It is through Thought and not words that the Negro may expect to reach his desired goal. EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE OF THE INTERSTATE LITERARY ASSO- The executive committee of the Inter-state Literary association meetst Saturday, December 8, in executive session, at the home of the chairman, Mrs. W. Dwigsins, 852 Oakland avenue. The meeting was well represented with out-of-town members. The principal business enacted was the making up of the Twenty-seventh Annual program for their session which will be held at First A. M. E. church of this city, December 25, 27 and 28. Prof. N. Sawyer, of Topeka; Prof. Jós. Bowler of Wichita and Mrs. W. W. Caldwell, of Atchison, Kas, were the out-of-town members, who braved the storm and responded to the call of the chairman. A splendid program was arranged for this one of the most cultured and intellectual annual gatherings of the West. Everything points toward "success" for the Inter-state Literary association. Mrs. Dwigsins, the very efficient chairman of the executive committee is making every possible arrangement to entertain this large field of talented men and women, who will be here from a half dozen states. It will be a great literary feast for those who attend. The beautiful home of John Turner at the corner of Troup and Tremont, was destroyed by fire Wednesday night about 11 o'clock. Mr. and Mrs. Turner had retired. When other members of the family went up stairs about 11 o'clock they found nearly all the upper floor on fire. The mother and father were quickly aroused and only time to escape in their night clothes. It is said that the fire started from the explosion of an oil stove in one of the upper rooms. The family have the full sympathy of the community. It was partly covered by insurance. E $10.00 AT CLOTHING CO. $15 and up IN, K. C. MO. Merit Suit or t for Xmas CLOTHING CO. KANSAS CITY ADVOCATE. THOMAS KENNEDY, Editor and Prop. G. A. GREGO, ASSOCIATE EDITOR. JIMS, M. G. MATTHEWS, Society Editor. Don't forget The Advocate collectors when they call. It's only 15c per month and no one should put the collector off. Have your news in our office not later than Tuesday of each week to insure publication. Office 834 Nebraska avenue. MEMBER NATIONAL NEGRO PRESS ASSOCIATION. In the Kansas City Times Wednesday morning an editorial, spoke of how drastic it was in the execution of the 13 Negro soldiers of the Houston riot, and further said it only get an example. Now, does the Times mean to say it is an example for Democracy or an example for colored soldiers? In Vicksburg, Miss., a few weeks ago a colored officer was made to remove his uniform and flee from town to save his life. Then we are to say with the Times, this was drastic, but it set an example. Mr. Chas. Stewart of Chicago, and a member of the Press Association, was in the city a few days the latter part of last week. Mr. Stewart was on his way to Topeka to report the annual session of the colored farmers of Kansas, which met this week. Thirteen Negroes will not fight the Germans. Forty-one were put in the Federal prison for life. No war for them. Men should not do wrong. But men should not be provoked to do wrong. "They walked upon the trap without a tremor singing hymns." NEW CIRCULATING MANAGER FOR THE ADVOCATE The Advocate starts this week with a new circulating manager in the person of Mr. Mervin Harris. This is the first change in this department, since the founding of this publication which is now in its fourth year and this change, was made only on account of our old manager, Mrs. Lottie D. Hall, leaving the city and state. Mr. Harris is a son of Rev. Harris, presiding elder of the Topeka district, but lives in this city. Mervin is a Senior in Summer high school and is known as an exceptional young man. His make up is of a quiet, modest disposition exhibiting an active studious brain. There is but few Mervin Harris and The Advocate feels in securing his service the circulating department of The Advocate will still maintain that high standard that it has been blessed with, since its organization. We ask for the new circulating manager that same courtesy that you gave to the one whom, you had come to know so well for more than three years. Remember this is a young man who is practically carrying his own burdens through school and whatever favor or encouragement you may extend to him, will greatly assist a worthy young Negro boy. In the District Cort of Wyandotte County, Kansas. Mary Leventhal, plaintiff. Mary Bain and Dee Lea Broadus. Defendant. Defendants. To the above named defendants, and to each of them, you are hereby notified that you have been sued by the above armed plainiff, and that unless you appear and answer on or before the 14th day of December, 1917, the petition filed in the above entitled cause will be presented to the court, and evidence will be introduced thereon, and a trial had, upon which a judgment will be rendered, the nature of which will be a decree adjudging the plainiff to be the owner in fee simple of the land described in her petition, and forever barring the defendants, and each of them, from all claim, right, title and interest in and to said land, and quieting the title of the same in the plainiff, and removing all cloud therefrom, and for the costs of the action. MAKY LEVENTHAL, Paidniff, By her attorneys, BRADLEY & BRADLEY, Alison, S. J. McFARLAND, Dickinson, Dearborn and Benton Neighbors Sunday being zero weather the attendance was quite small all day, although it being quarterly meeting occasion. Rev. J. T. Smith of Chanute, one of the best presiding elders in the conference, was present and delivered a strong spiritual sermon at the morning service and he also delivered a highly appreciated discourse at the evening service. Dr. W. T. Osborne, pastor of Ebenezer, K. C., Mo., preached the communion sermon at 3 p. m. which was of great intellectual thought and full of Christian living. The choir Sunday had a case of an unknown quantity of cold feet. Of course there were others Rev. Boulden of the C. M. E. church and Rev. R. S. Everett of the A. M. E. church, Argentine, were present at the communion service Sunday. The work of the basement is moving along nicely and will be completed in a few days. When you need pure drugs or anything kept in a first class drug store, remember our own Home Drug Company, 1512 N. Fifth. Preeling Elder Smith held his quarterly conference Monday night at which time the quarterly reports were made. Each department made a creditable report for the three months. On account of his cold weather keeping so many from church Sunday their class dues and quarterly assessment will be continued until paid. Bring it with you this Sunday. The pulpit giant, Dr. Griffin, will fill his accustomed place this Sunday Visitors and strangers are very welcome. Come and worship with us. The heating plant is doing its part in this cold weather, with Brother Samelton at the boilers. Rev. J. R. Ransom, former pastor of First A. M. E. church was present at the quarterly conference Monday night and made a few encouraging remarks. He was here to attend the funeral of Dr. McDonald. GREAT FALLS, MONT. The Thanksgiving services Thursday morning were well attended. The pastor preached an able esmon. The dinner which followed was also a success. The committee reports the following: Total amount raised . . . $39.95 Expenses . . . 3.15 Cash on hand . . . $36.80 Money outstanding . . 3.25 Total . . . $40.05 The Ladies' Dunbar 'Art and Study club reported to the Red Cross for Christmas packages for the soldiers. The Ladies' Aid will meet Thursday afternoon, December 6, at Mrs. J. W. Robinson's, by request of the president, Mrs. White. The Women's Mite Missionary Society will meet at the home of Mrs. Janer Monday, December 3 at 2:30 o'clock. The Sunday school is making great preparations (under the direction of Mrs. Horsey) for their Christmas tree. The baznar which was to have been given by the Ladies' Aid has been postponed until after Christmas. --EDWARD HORSEY, Reporter. PALMER'S SKIN WHITENER AUTHORIZED SELLER CLINIC REF. NUMBER BILLING BEFORE 10 PM BOSTON, MASS. 02105 DR. FRED PALMER'S SKIN WHITENER Whitens dark or brown skin. Bleaches and clears sallow complexions, removes all blenches and causes the skin to grow whiter. See that you, get the genuine. Mayo, Pla., Feb. 16, 1918. Jacobe Pharmacy Co. Atlanta, Ga. Gentlemen: I will write you to let you know how well I like your Dr. Fred Palmer's Skin Whitener. I have used many other face creams, but none like your Satin Whitener. Enclosed, find 25c. in stamps for which please, send me another box of Skin Wallener. You're truly, MERTHA McBRIDE. BOUND FOR THE WORLD'S MOST EXCELLENT CUSTOMERS. Sold by the owner of the custom house. LAST CHANCE Moore's Combination A Hot Meal Th the Gas Falls 15 Styles From Which to Select Save-Money by Buying Now and Paying Later Besides the famous Moore line we are fortunate in having a large stock of cheaper grades priced at follows: COAL RANGES $30 and up COMBINATION $50 and up COAL HEATERS $8.and up OIL STOVES $5 and up AN APPRECIATION. The president and directors of the Children's Orphan Home at the corner of Washington boulevard and Ninth street, wish through The Advocate to show their appreciation and gratitude to the schools and general public for their kind and liberal donations to this most worthy institution, and we assure you everything contributed will be used in a most economic and well planned way.—Chas. Slaughter, Pres. The editor acknowledges a fine letter this week from his old and true friend from the Buckeye state, Col. C. W. Grayson of Zanesville. Its warm congratulations were received with a sense of much gratitude, as it came from a heart that always beats on the right side. The Colonel is a retired First Sergeant of the 25th infantry and came out of the army holding the championship of all of Uncle Sam's marksmen. He now holds the rank of Colonel of the Second regiment of the Uniform department of Ohio K. Ps. He is also a thirty-second degree Mason. LAST Moor Two Stoves in One BEFORE NEXT YEAR'S PRICES TAKE EFFECT Burns Coal or Gas Without Change The Slotted Fire Back Insures Perfect Combustion and Saves 1-3 the Fuel Besides the famous Moore line we COAL RANGES $30 and up COMBINATION $50 and up Useful Christmas gestions Ruge, 150 paterns from which to phones, Cedar, Chests, Sewing Mac Kitchen Cabinets, Dinner Sets, etc. Bring Your Gift List to the Big Christmas Store. Emery,Bird,Thayer Company KANSAS CITY "OLD SIGNS DO NOT DECEIVE" Watch out for these three. PALMER'S SKIN SUCCESS Ointment PALMER'S HAIR SUCCESS Dressing PALMER'S SKIN SUCCESS Soap They stand for Merit and Reputation. This Ointment successfully used for eighty years, in thousands of cases of skin troubles. The Only ORIGINAL Complexion Brightener. At all druggists, or sent by mail upon receipt of price, 25¢ each. Made Only By The Morgan Drug C 1512 Atlantic Ave., Brooklyn, N. Y. Beware of Substitutes and Imitations. They may be dangerous. Look for the Melon-Colored packages and our Trade Marks. Boys Attention Boys For this week only, if mother buys a Moore's Combination Range we give you FREE, 1 Jack Rabbit Coaster, value $3.50. Present this coupon. Employment Agency for Work of all kinds secured for Glia and Women, such as Cooks, Chambermalda, Domestic service, day work, city or out of town as you like. Send us or call Bell Phong West 223. Office 1837 North Fifth St. K.C. K. Forrest B. Anderson I represent over one hundred buyers and sellers of real estate and can represent you. Titles examin en, wills and contracts drawn, old debts collected. Consult me any time. I am the people's lawyer. "It's cheaper to buy than it is to rent." Abstracts furnished free and ten days allowed in examine title. BOULDIN CLEANERS ```markdown ``` SAMUEL DIGGS THE OLD RELIABLE Pays the highest cash price from, bottles, bones, copper, brass the junk line. SQUARE DEALING AND HONOR Place of Business—1006-1008 N BELL, WEST 3577 THE OLD RELIABLE JUNK DEALER. yays the highest cash price for junk at all the bottles, bones, copper, brass, lead, zinc and over ink line. RE DEALING AND HONEST WEIGHT AT ALL of Business—1006-1008 North Third Street. WEST 3577 KANSAS C HONES: 10 West Roofing 15 West Roofing Cyandotte Roofing Co. 325 MINNESOTA AVE. Marquis. KANSAS C RD'S FURNITURE PO for Planos and Fine Furniture. Excellent for Leaves no greasy stains. MADE ONLY BY HARRY FORD Second St KANSAS C MIRRORS RESILVERE WORK CALLE D FOR AND DELIVERED. HODGSON MIRROR COMPANY 2017 North Fifth Street. WEST 1819 THE OLD RELIABLE JUNK DEALER. Pays the highest cash price for junk at all times, rags, iron, bottles, bones, copper, brass, lead, zinc and everything in the junk line. SQUARE DEALING AND HONEST WEIGHT AT ALL TIMES. Place of Business—1006-1008 North Third Street. BELL, WEST 3577 KANSAS CITY, MAS. TELEPHONES: Home 710 West Bell 3915 West Wyandotte R. 325 MINNES R. D. Marquis. FORD'S FURNIT For Planos and Fine Furnit Floors. Leaves no greasy stain MADE ONLY BY 2033 N. Second St. MIRRORS R. WORK CALLE D-FO HODGSON MIRRORS 2017 North L Phone West-1819 R. D. Marquis. KANSAS CITY, KAS. FORD'S FURNITURE POLISH For Planos and Fine Furniture. Excellent for Hardwood Floors. Leaves no greasy stains. MIRRORS-RESILVERED W. T. Whitelaw DRUGGIST 80912 North 27th St. Kansas City, Ks If we haven't what you want In the District Court of Wyandotte County, Kansas. Frank Johnson, Plaintiff, vs. Mary Johnson, Defendant. PUBLICATION NOTICE. To the above named defendant: You are hereby notified that you have been sued in the above named court by the above named plaintiff, and that unless you appear and answer or before the 4th day of January, 2012, the petition filed will be presented to the court, and evidence --- LADIES' AND GENTS TAILOR INC. Suits Cleaned and Pressed $1.00 Suits. Sponged and Pressed 40c ALL WORK REASONABLE. Cleaning, Pressing and Repairing. WE USE THE HOFFMAN METHOD. Quality, Service Satisfaction Prompt Auto Service. Call us up. Bell Phone, West 838. 1605 N. 5th St. K. C. K. LE JUNK DEALER. ce for junk at all three, rags, ass, lead, zinc and everything in WEST WEIGHT AT ALL TIMES. North Third Street. KANSAS CITY, KAS. Roofing Co. NORTH AVE. KANSAS CITY, KAS. TURE POLISH ure. Excellent for Hardwood Y HARRY FORD KANSAS CITY, KAS. RESILVERED OR AND DELIVERED. ERROR COMPANY Fifth Street. Bell West 1131 will be a decree, dissolving the bonds of matrimony existing between plaintiff and defendant, and dividing the plaintiff from you, the defendant, and for the costs of this action. FRANK JOHNSON, By BRADLEY & BRADLEY, His Attorneys Attest: R. J. McFARLAND, Clerk of District Court. (First publication Nov. 23rd, 1917) CALL ME UP I WANT TO TALK WITH YOU Bell, Phone West 280. Cme to 1512 North Fifth street. I WANT TO SEE YOU You can use the Phone, get a drink of water, a stamp; get warm light your cigar; and get down, and rest. CHAPPEN YOUR PENCIL. COME YOUR MONEY ORDERS. Over Shingles Roofing Applied Roof Repairing Popular Hanna Browns $3.95 WHITING'S SAMP BIG CHRISTMAS SALE OF MEN'S NECKWEAR AT 50c Our showing of Neckwear at this one price is wonderful; very large assortment of new colors and patterns. A choice selection of four-hand Neckwear, in $1 shapes, featured at... $2 GLOVES $1.65 As a "special" we offer two lots of Adler's tan Color Dress Gloves, in plain and fancy back styles, worth $2.00, at a pair .... $1.65 (Holiday boxes included.) Boys' Mackknaws, 8 to 18 years; specially selected fabrics, beautifully tailored; special values at ..... $10 Our showing of Neckwear at this one price is wonderful; very large assortment of new colors and patterns. A choice selection of four in-hand Neckwear, in $1 shapes, featured at...50c $2 GLOVES $1.65 As a "special" we offer two lots of Adler's tan color Dress Gloves, in plain and fancy back styles, worth $2.00, at a pair ...$1.65 (Holiday boxes included.) Boys' Mackknaws, 8 to 18 years; specially selected fabrics, beautifully tailored; $10 special values at ... UERBACH & GUETTEL ALACE CLOTHING CO. THE PALACE CLOTHING CO. Join Our 1918 SAVINGS CLUB Save More Money Next Xmas STARTING NOW Ota Avenue State Bank h and Minnesota Ave. Join Our XMAS SAV And Have More M STARTI Minnesota Avenue 5th and Min FLOWERS! FLOW And Have More Money Next Xmas STARTING NOW Minnesota Avenue State Bank 5th and Minnesota Ave. FLOWERS! Your Florist, T. A. Moseley 710 Minnesota Avenue. KANSAS CITY FREE $1 G. S. KANSAS is guaranteed for one bottle to benefit any case of pellagra, rheumalism, oozema, scrofa or any blood, liver or kidney disease, or your dollar returned and no questions asked; or if you take two bottles between October 22, 1917, and March 1, 1918, and you receive no benefits, upon affidavit of sams I will refund to you your $2.00 and give you $1.00 free. Why experiment? Take a remedy with wonderful merit. A trial is all I ask you to give G. S. Sold by all druggists or sent prepaid. Price $1.00, or six for $5.00. Call on your druggist for G. S. Before you order from me. Write for testimonial. L. M. GROSS F21 Spring GTTLE ROCK BIG MEN Our show wonderful; and pattern in-hand Neck As a 'sp color Dress back styles Boys' M lected fab special val XMAS SALE OF SWEATER COATS 905-921 MAIN ST. o the [ Xmas Bargains at Popular Prices 527 Minnesota Avenue Boys' Blue Serge Suits; newest Norfolk model, extra, well lallored; extra pair of full cut full lined knickers to match; sizes 6 to 18 years; extra special values at ..... $8.50 Boys' Corduroy Norfolk Suits; Extra Knickers with every Sult. Sizes 6 to 17 years. Wonderful values at ..... $5 Little Tots' Juvenile Overcoats; button-to-chin, heelt-all-around models; good, warm fabrics; sizes 2 1 2 to 8 years; special values at ..... $3 KANSAS CITY, MO. We offer the best service that can be had in every branch of the Florists' Art — Flowers, Plants, Decorations, Weddings, Telegraph Delivery, Beautiful floral remembrances from simple bunches or sprays of flowers to more elaborate wreaths and the most stately Floral Designs and Emblems, which is given the painstaking attention that its importance demands. Your Florist, KANSAS RED CROSS STAMP SALE IS $300 HERE The total of two weeks solicitation by amil for the Red Cross Christmas stamps sales was announced last night as amounting to three hundred dollars. Among the larger subscribers are: Armour & Co. $25; Lee Mercantile company, $10; Chamber of Commerce, $10; Merriam, Ellis & Benton, $5; Peet Broer, Manufacturing Company, $5; Procter & Gamble-Manufacturing Company, $5; DeCoursey - Creamery Company, $5. It is believed that as soon as personal solicitation starts that the total will amount up quickly. Miranda Mrs. Edward S. Dogan at the funeral of their sister. Good Selections, Xmas Slippers 75c to $1.45 Open Evenings COUNTRY MUST FIGHT TO FINISH; PRESIDENT DEMANDS WAR ON AUSTRIA Washington, Dec. 4. "America's present and immediate task is to win the war and nothing shall turn us aside from it until it is accomplished," President Wilson told Congress today. "Every power and resource we possess, whether of men, money or of materials, is being devoted and will continue to be devoted to that purpose until it is achieved. Those who desire to bring peace about before that purpose is achieved I counsel to carry their advice elsewhere. We will not entertain it," the President added. Immediate declaration of war against Austria-Hungary was his first important recommendation to Congress. The President did not recommend a declaration of war against Turkey and Bulgaria at this time. Immediate war against Austria, the President told Congress, was necessary to meet the anomalous situation the United States faces in its war with Germany. The same logic, he said, would lead to war against Turkey and Bulgaria, but they do not yet, he said, stand in the path of the United States. The President declared that nothing shall turn the United States aside until the war is won and Germany is beaten. All talk of peace he pronounced out of the question. Peace, the President declared, could come only when the German people make it through rulers the world can trust; when they make reparation for the destruction their present rulers have wrought and when Germany recedes from all the territory acquired by armed conquest. Any peace that America makes must not only deliver the people and the lands of Belgium and Northern France from Prussian conquest, but also must deliver the people of Austria-Hungary, the Balkans and Turkey from the impudent and alien dominion of the Prussian military and commercial autocracy. The President's address was transmitted in advance by the government to practically every capital in the world. Indirectly the address will get to Berlin and other Central Power capitals. $80,000 DAMAGE IN WEST BOTTOMS FIRE DESTROYS BUILDING OF KENNEDY SUPPLY CO. IN LESS THAN HOUR A great fire in the West Bottoms blazed for an hour early this morning before the twenty-five engines that were called were able to get it under control. The four-story building of N. A. Kennedy Supply company was gutted by the flames that caused $80,000 damage. eKennedy's place of business is at 1316 North Thirteenth street and it is surrounded by the Studebaker nine-story building which was scorched to a certain degree and the building of the Parlin & Orendorff Plow company across the street was damaged by the heat to the extent of about $5,000. The Kennedy company had been moving across the street and a slight part of the stock was already transferred. There was a large shipment of muriatic acid in the building at the time the fire broke out but it was saved. The building that was burned this morning was built in 1880 by the Weir Plow company and was used by them business and it was known the counfor years. Everyone who ever went into this building was successful in try, over as "The Lucky (Building." It was owned by H. B. Duke who said that it was valued at $30,000 but was only insured for a small part of its value. PILES Don't submit to an operation for having have tried Dr. Jones prepara- tions. We have yet you in days free of indiscretion. Indiscretion indiscretion. Lead wrote me a letter wrote me a letter wrote me a letter AMERICAN FLIER REPORTED KILLED AFTER FLIGHT AFTER BRINGING DOWN ONE GERMAN PLANE IS ATTACKED BY THREE OTHERS THIS WAS HIS FIRST AIR FLIGHT. FIENDISH RUNS. SWOOP DOWN ON SINGLE AVIATOR ON FRENCH FRONT. Paris, Den. 14—Lieut. Benjamin Walcott fell in his first air flight Tuesday, and it is feared killed, according to word received here today from the front. Young Walcott, who is an American aviator, successfully brought down his adversary on his first aerial encounter. While he was streaking it back to the lines, however, three German machines attacked him from the rear. His machine was seen to fall. Washington, Dec. 14.—Lieut Benjamin Walcott, believed killed in his first battle in the air after felling his German adversary, is the 21-year-old son of Secretary Charles D. Walcott of the Smithsonian Institution here. Today's dispatches are the first telling of specific engagements involving American flyers in France, though it had been previously announced that the United States aviators are co-operating with the Allies. DISCUSED VIADUCT WHEN MAYORS MET OFFICIALS OF TWO CITIES MET THIS MORNING AND TALKED OF BID. There were quite a gathering of officials in the office of Mayor Harry Mendenhall in the city hall. Mayor Edwards of the Missouri suburb was there. So weer some of his commissioners, advisers, etc. They talked a lot. They did nothing. Mayor Mendendall told them they Wanted 1,00 MEN AND TO LEARN TO BE AUT We Teach the Complete M For Only $75.00. For Fur FORTUNE J. AFRO-AMERICAN AUTOMO 1420-25 Woodland Ave. COAL CO We Are a L Wanted 1,000 Negro MEN AND BOYS Wanted 1,000 Negro MEN AND BOYS TO LEARN TO BE AUTOMOBILE MECHANICS We Teach the Complete Mechanical Course in 8 Weeks For Only $75.00. For Further Information Write FORTUNE J. WEAVER, Pres. AFRO-AMERICAN AUTOMOBILE TRAINING SCHOOL 1420-26 Woodland Ave. Kansas City, Mo. We Are a Little Cheaper H. E. CANFIELD TRANSFER, ICE COAL, FEED AND KINDLING. 415 LAFAYETTE AVENUE. Bell Phone, West 2326 Prompt delivery to all parts of the city. TRANSFER, ICE COAL, FEED AND KINDLING. Incorporated Under Kansas Law. CAPITALIZATION, $150,000.00 SHARES, 150,000 The Company has 2,351 acres leased for oil and gas in proven Terriory. 258 Acres near Cherryvale and Independence, 480 Acres in Chanute Field, 50 Acres in Famous Nowata Field, 160 Acres near Walnut 1,403 Acres in Walnut Helper Field. Well No. 1, 2, and 3 now hooked on and pump running. Under contract in drill 8 more wells on. 480 acres near Chanute which is a sure of production as any field known. The Oil is there. It is only a matter of going down to it with the drill. The Oil is there. Well No. I Now located drilling night and day. We expect the well we now have and these eight wells to return the entire capitalization in profits in a year. Stock will be sold for development. All the proceeds from sale of oil goes into dividend fund. Production now in slight warrants the announcement of a per cent dividend December 25, to all stockholders of record December 15, 1917. A Christmas present, 4 per cent dividend. The man who makes money is the bian who bys right. SIOUX MINNESOTA VOLUNTE Kansas City, Kansas FOR SOLDENIUM STOCK GIFT FURNITURE Why Give Useless Gifts? FARMING CREDIT CREDIT for You! must come to a decision in the matter. KANSAS City, having raised their bid, feels, and rightly so, too, that Missouri should do their part and raise their ante until the dickering is over and the vindict the property of the cities. There will be another meeting in a short time, maybe tonight, and it is expected that Mayor Edwards will come out of his lethargy and follow the example of Mayor Mendenhall. THE ADVOCATE DELIVERED AT YOUR DOOR EVERY WEEK FOR ONLY 15c PER MONTH. 0000 Negro AND BOYS OMOBILE MECHANICS mechanical Course in 8 Weeks other Information Write— WEAVER, Pres. MOBILE TRAINING SCHOOL Kansas City, Mo. CAL COAL tittle Cheaper FEED AND KINDLING. TTE AVENUE. , West 2326 All parts of the city. IT HAS LONG BEEN A PRACTICE AT SMALL TIME TO GIVE USELESS PRESENTS. THE MONEY EXPENDED ON SOME GIFT THAT NO ONE WANTS COULD BE TURNED INTO A REAL GIFT WORTHY OF THE GIVER! AND WHAT CAN BE MORE WORTHY THAN A SUBSTANTIAL PIECE OF FURNITURE! MORAL—FOR CHRISTMAS GIVE FURNITURE. GIVE FURNITURE ```markdown ``` THE KASSE Satisfaction Diamond Silver 548 THE KASSEL JEWELRY CO. Satisfaction Guaranteed Diamonds, Watches, Silver and Novelties 548 Minnesota Ave. THE KASSEL JEWELRY CO. PAGE'S SHOE STORE 1507 East 18th Street Make up your Mind this year. High Grade F dren. Style, Quality an PLAIN AND We are out of WONDER CLOT $12.50 524 WHY PAY $18 OR $20 for your equal of WONDER CLOTHESE conserve your dollars, why give Call at our store, 524 Minne these facts. take up your Mind to buy a pair of Shoes at this wear. High Grade Footwear for Men, Women and Style, Quality and Durability PLAIN AND FANCY XMAS SLIPPERS. WONDER CLOTHES FOR MEN WHY PAY $18 OR $20 for your Suit or Overcoat that is not the equal of WONDER CLOTHES at $1250. In war time when you should conserve your dollars, why give them away? Call at our store, 524 Minnesota Avenue and convince yourself of these facts. Home Phone 6856 Main DUNLAP I 18th The Best Laun Soft Water U The Best Laundry Service Possible Soft Water UsedExclusively by Us LODGE HALLS AND STORE RO OMB FOR RENT Fraternity Building 312-314 Nebraska A few more nights open. For orders or societies. Also a few at termoons. Rooms large and ally. All modern conveniences are very reasonable. Holzmark Furniture Co. 624-26 Minnesota Avenue Your Christmas Jewelry Should be Purchased at JEWELRY CO. tion Guaranteed onds, Watches, and Novelties Minnesota Ave. to buy a pair of Shoes at this store footwear for Men, Women and Calf- Durability. We are approaching the season of the year which for nineteen centuries the world has approached when have echoed in song and story the joyful refrain, "Peace on earth, good will toward men." In the midst of that echo the world is in the throes of its greatest war. We must preach of the Prince of Peace. We must act His instructions. In human affairs minus the spirit of Christ the action of the syphon seems to be apparent. A certain stage of civilization is reached and then humanity takes a toboggan slide to the bottom. As long as war and the tendency to war exists humanity is destined to split its accumulations. A child after building its toy house destroys it. Humidity after building a civilization, destroys it. Humanity must some-day put away childish things. That will be done when it learns to practice the tenets of Christ. When it learns for a fact and not a theory to conjure with the Brotherhood of Man—the kinship of humanity. War is an evidence of a loss of right relations with God. War is based upon the conception that this life ends all. It is in direct opposition to the GATE CITY GRO. CO. Furnished rooms, 622 Franklin Kansas City, Kans. Eye Eyes Examined Glasses Fitted F. C. WAHLENMAIER REFRACTING EYE SPECIALIST 746 Minnesota Ave. Kansas City, Kansas Shoemaker CARLSON Shoe Repairing and Full Line of Rubbers and Shoes End of Quindaro Car Line SWEET CIDER Call West:3393-N-11 John French Lzella Green TARY PUBLIC Ave. K. C. K. FURNISHED ROOMS Services Reasonable Room Standard Boston West 267GW Merrimuck Aye. commandment, Thou shalt not kill. In our present state of mind we feel that it is expedient that war be. Our first purpose is peace. Those who would conduct war should be endowed with a strong desire for peace. So that it will be carried on only so far as to bring about right relations. This is very difficult for man to do. Elements of unfairness creep in. Already men are calculating on what to do with the awakened minds of the Africans who have acquired a knowledge of their own worth and ability. They are planning conditions for their restriction, which ultimately will again bring on war. So man's efforts, minus the Christian ideal, mean a constant repeti- J. H. T. SMITH INSURANCE AND REAL ESTATE 20 acres of good land only 3 miles from city of Coffeyville, Kas., all under cultivation and a 4-room house. Good water and young fruit, only ... $1600.00 A well improved farm in Colorado. 160 acres, 4 room house, barn, wind mill, large grainry, out houses and hog house. The farm is well watered. Fence and cross fence. On terms per acre ... $25.00 One of the finest stock farms in Missouri. 900 acres in Howard county, 100 miles east of Kansas City, 200 wust of St. Louis. 850 acres Missouri river bottom land, fine living springs of water, all fenced. This farm is worth $180 per acre. My price, only ... $60.00 I have some good autos to trade for farm land or good oil lease. I have vast lot to sell in all I have vacant lots to sell in all parts of the city. "For snaps see me. Think of it, when you can buy a 4-room house for $450.00 on payments in a city like this when the monthly pay roll here is $250,000 a month to the man with the dinner bucket. McClelland & Son 711 Minnesota Ave Bell, W. 364 Home, W. 594 1917 Bargains WHAT WILL YOU LEAVE YOUR FAMILY? A Stack of Worthless Rent Receipts A Real Estate FOR RENT. Store room, 1718 North 7th St. $12.50 per month. Store room, 12th and Armstrong, $15.00 per month. 4 rooms modern, upstairs, 1718 North Seventh street, $10 per month. Store room under same apartments, $12.50. Will rent separate or together. 2 acres one mile west $500 per acre, $100 down on one acre or $200 down on two acres, $16 per month including principal and interest. 5 cts car fare to city. 6 room house, 25 ft., $600. $50 cash and $8 a month and interest. A small house close in, $450. ($50 each and terms to suit.) Vacant lots, $85 and up. 7 room modern house, 50 ft., close in-$2500. $500-cash, $15-a month and interest. 2 room house-on-25 ft. lot for $250. AT A BARGAIN—1 MILE WEST. 5 acres, 3 room house, all kinds fruit, $1500. $500 down, balance $10 a month and interest. Close to Quaidaro car line. 20 acres, 3 room house, 1-4 mile from Welborn station, strawberries, raspberries, grapes and some fruit trees. $400 acre. Will divide an Mrs. Radford, of Texas, accompanied by her aunt and niece, worshipped at Metropolitan Temple Sunday night. She was pleased with the pipe organ selections played by the organist. Lieutenant Howard Browne of Funston will visit his mother and relatives from December 21 to 26. BLEACH YOUR DARK SKIN Have,Soft, Fair, Clear, Bright ```markdown ``` Just try Black and White Ointment (for white or colored folks). Apply as directed on label, to face, neck, arms or hands. It is very pleasant to the skin and has the effect of bleaching dark, sallow or blotchy skin, cleaning the skin of rings, bumps, pimples, blackheads, tan or freckles—giving you a clear, clean, bright complexion, making you envy of everybody. You might just as well be attractive with clear, bright complexion by using Black and White Ointment. Sold on a money-back guarantee, only 25c (stamps or coin) by mail, or 5 boxes, $1. Agents, apply for territory and special deal, as Black and White Ointment sells fast. Address Plough Chemical Co., Dept. T, Memphis, Tenn. Dr. J. P. Isley Physician and Surgeon Bell W. 1127 End of Quindaro Car Line J. F. BEEM GROCERIES AND MEATS Fruits and Vegetables Bell Phone West 753. 2320 North 5th-Street KANSAS CITY, KANSAS. SUGAR BOWL We Do Our Baking Bread-Cakes--Pies Wedding Cakes We Make Our Candies SUGAR BOWL 720 Minn. Ave. LODGE NOTICES COLLIER LODGE NO. 2. L. O. B. and S. of C. "Busy Bee." Meeting nights-1st and-3rd-Monday, 314 Nebraska Ave. SAMUEL DIGGS, W. H. C. MARY SMITH, W. S. G. A. TERRY PHOTOGRAPHER STUDIO 1615 North 9th Street, K. C., K. Bell, West 3673J. Portraits, Enlargements, Post Cards, Frames, etc. Water Colors and Natural Color Photos a Specialty. PICTURES MADE AT YOUR HOME. Satisfaction Guaranteed. In the District Court of Wyandotte County, Kansas. Robert B. Thomas, Plaintiff, vs. Amanda Thomas, Defendant, You are hereby notified that you have been sued in the above named court, by the above named plaintiff and that unlicens you appear and answer, on or before the 28th day of December, 1917, the petition filed will be presented, and evidence will be Come and Choose Your Wants Ladles' Coats Ladles' Furs Ladles' Walsts Ladles' Kimonos Ladles' Bath, Robes Ladles' Hoslery Ladles' Gloves Children's Coats Children's Furs VISIT OUR TOY DEPARTMENT GROSSMAN GROSSMAN 638-640 Minnesota Ave. Phone, West 775 Res., Bell Phone West 2925 L. Noel & Co. Electric Contractors Bell Phone, West 775 Res., Bell E. L. Noel & Electric Contract *Let Us Figure With You* 13th and Wood Ave., KANSAS --- --- Oil Burners THE SOLUTION OF THE Burn distillate or coal oil in for either furnaces, heating stove install these burners for you, on yourself and save money. The from soot and easy to operate tion. THE SOLUTION OF THE COAL SHORTAGE Burn distillate or coal oil in a Sillibridge vapor oil burner, either furnaces, heating stoves or cook stoves. We will all these burners for you, or you can install the burners itself and save money. These burners are clean, free soot and easy to operate. See burners on demonstra- Burn distillate or coal oil in a Sillibridge vapor oil burner, for either furnaces, neating stoves or cook stoves. We will install these burners for you, or you can install the burners yourself and save money. These burners are clean, free from soot and easy to operate. See burners on demonstration. A. J. MEYERS D. L. JONES, Druggist 7th and Quindaro Blvd. DRUGS We are closing our nineteenth year in business at the old location and are well equipped in our new home to care for drug wants. We thank you for your co-operation in the past years in building us build up this business. If you are not in need of drugs call and we will show the best equipped drug store in Kansas City. D. G. JONES, Druggist 7th and Quindaro Blvd. ME WEST 566 BELL WEST 131 5 East 18th St. Grand 3765-B W. M. & J. Johnston Successors to Moons always the Best Growing Better VE AND DRESSED Wholesale and Retail BULTRY Fresh From-the Country KANSAS CITY, D. L. JONES 7th and Quin DRU We are closing our nineteen location and are well equipped your drug wants. We thank you for your co- helping us build up this busin If you are not in need of you the best equipped drug ste D. G. JONES 7th and Quin D. L. JONES, Druggist 7th and Quindaro Blvd. DRUGS We are closing our nineteenth year in business at the old location and are well equipped in our new home to care for your drug wants. We thank you for your co-operation in the past years in helping us build up this business. If you are not in need of drugs call and we will show you the best equipped drug store in Kansas City. HOME WEST 566 1335 East 18th St. W. M. & J. Successors Always the Best LIVE AND DRESSED POULTRY Fresh From- W. M. & J. Johnston CALL US. WE DELIVER. introduced, and a trial had, and a judgment rendered, the nature of which will be a decree, dissolving the bonds of matrimony existing between plaintiff and defendant, and divorcing plaintiff from you, the defendant, and for the cost of this action. ROBERT B. THOMAS, Plaintiff. By BRADLEY & BRADLEY, His Attorneys. Attest: R. J. McFARLAND, Clerk of District Court. (First publication Nov. 16, 1917.) In the, District Court-of Wyandotte County, Kansas. Susie Washington, Plaintiff, Edward Washington, Defendant, PUBLICATION NOTICE. To the above named defendant: You are hereby notified that you have been guilty in the above named court by the above named Men's Shirts Men's Ties Men's Gloves Men's Suspenders Men's Scarfs Men's Half Hose Boys' Shirts and Blouses Boys' Sults and Overcoats Boys' and Girls' Sweaters KANSAS CITY, KANS. KANSAS BELL WEST 131 Grand 3765-B plaintiff, and that unless you appear and answer on or before the 28th day of December, 1917, the petition filed, will be presented, and additional evidence will be introduced, and a trial had, and a judgment rendered, the nature of which, will be a decree, dissolving the bonds of matrimony existing between the plaintiff and defendant, and divorcing plaintiff from you and awarding to her, her maiden name, Susie Neal, and for the costs of this action. SUSIE WASHINGTON, Plaintiff By BRADLEY & BRADLEY, His Attorneys. R. J. McFARLAND, Clerk of District Court. (First publication Nov. 16, 1917.) In the District Court of Wynndotle County, Kansas. Ethet Everitt. Plaintiff. vs. Nathaniel Everitt. Defendant. J. W. MATTHEWS COAL CO. Bathurst Stove Co. The Only Exclusive Stove Store in the City We Save You Money SEE---- US----TERMS IF DESIRED-SEE US Bathurst Stove Co. 514 Minnesota Ave. Home Phone West 190 Bell Phono West 832 Wm. R. Smiley Successor to LOUIS ALGAIER Hay, Grain, Coal and Wood Hydrant Water Furnished for Cisterns Cesspools Cleaned 1717-1719 NORTH FIFTH STREET. The Mary Francis Domestic Science School School of Domestic Art Can enter at any time. Pies, Cakes and Cadies furnished at any time. WEDDING CAKES A SPECIALTY. For particulars, write or call at school, 1223 Ann Ave Kansas City, Kans. USEFUL CHRISTMAS GIFTS FOR HIM USEFUL CHRISTMAS GIFTS FOR HIM He Will like a pair of Crossett A pair of warm House Shoe proof Sox. FOR Holeproof Hoslery In all The Crossett Shoe Store is at 1005 M isset. Sh from House Slippers or a FOR HER 迷你 In-all-colors in fa ShoeStore in Kane 1005 Main St W. D. W. A pair of warm House Slippers or a box of Fancy Holesproof Sox. The Crossett Shoe Store in Kansas City, Mo. is at 1005 Main Street. W. D. Wallace, Mgr. PUBLICATION, NOTICE. To the above named defendant: You are hereby notified that you have been sued in the above named court, by the above named plaintiff, and that unless you appear and answer, on or before the 18th day of January, 1818, the petition filed will be presented, and evidence will be introduced, nope, which a judgment will be rendered, the nature of which will be a demeur, divorcing the plaintiff. Shoes ippers or a box of Fancy Hole HER colors in fancy boxes rein Kansas City, Mo. main Street. W. D. Wallace, Mgr. from the defendant, and awarding to her the custody of her minor child, Edith Everett, and for the costs of this action. ENTHER EVERETT. Plaintiff. By BRADLEY & BRADLEY. Her Attorneys. Attorney: H. J. McNARRAND. Court of District Court. New York, New York, No. 48, 1957.