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Paper that Prints the News and Takes the Indian Delivered at your Door regularly every week at 15o per month. VOL 3. TWELVE THE KANSAS CITY, K WOMAN ELEC TWENTY SEVENTH ANNUAL STATE LITERARY AS BANNER MEETING LARGE REPRESENTATION OF NO TABLES—THEIR ENTERTAINMENT BEING UNSURPASSED—CLOSES TONIGHT WITH MUSICAL AND LITERARY CON- The 27th annual session of the Interstate Literary of Kansas and the West, began its convoction Wednesday evening, December 26th at the Natl A. M. E. church in Kansas City, Kansas. The meeting was called to order by Mrs. W. Dwiggins, chairman of the executive committee. The following program was rendered: Music, America, by ensemble with piano; Invocation, Rev. D. A. Holmes; eloquent introduction of Mayor Mendenhall by Judge I. F. Bradley; welcome to Interstate by Mayor Mendenhall; music, medley, Interstate band; welcome from Parent/Teacher association, Mrs. E. Smith; welcome from City Federation, Mrs. A. Crump; music, band; welcome from schools, Mrs. A. J. Neoey; vocal duet, Mrs. R. U. Jackson and Miss Moten, enclosed, and Miss Moten sang alone, where her beautiful voice of excellent range showed off to a still greater advantage and she received an ovation and another encore to sing alone. Her voice-is not surpassed by any west of the Mississippi. Response to welcomes was given by Prof. J. L. Bowler, of Wichita. Mrs. Dwiggins introduced with an appropriate eulogy, Mrs. M. Guy, president of the Interstate, who gave a fine annual address full of Christian advice, and was presented with a bouquet of flowers and roses. At the close of the good program was the Thrift and at 2 P. M. was on the race. Friday A. M. and P. M. had fine programs but all eyes are waiting the program Friday at 7:30 P. M., as it is the great contest of music, oratory and poetry. A large crowd attended the meetings thus far but as we go press we cannot speak of some individual number "till" next week. Some of the visitors seen by us were: Atty and Mrs. Guy of Topeka; Mrs. Joe Brown of Des Molines; Prof. Bowler, of Wichita; M. B. Brooks, editor of the Hutchinson Blade; Mr. P. Menro, Salina; Mrs. C. Briggs, of Atchison; Miss Alice Duncan, Emporia; Prof. A. Hughes, of Olathe and L.Lycne; Dr. and Mrs. W. W. Caldwell of Atchison; Prof. J. D. Bowser, K. C. Mo.; Prof. Gregg, Rev. and Mrs. Vaughn, Miss I. Ross and sister, Atchison; Prof. and Mrs. N. C. Smith, Mr. Scott, composer, from Carthage; Dr. Harvey and delegation from Lawrence. Many visitors and delegates names we did not get. We will finish the report of the Interstate in next Greek's issue. Willa Dwiggins of this city, the chairman of the executive committee, was elected president at high noon today. Her election was received with great applause. Other officers electer are as follows: President, Mrs. Willa Dwiggins, Kansas City, Kas.; first vice-president, H. N. Stone, Lawrence, Kas.; second vice-president, J. H. Hare, Topaka, Kas.; third vice president, Miss Lucy Rickman, Newton, Kas.; secretary, Mrs. Bertha Phoenix, Emporia, Kas.; assistant secretary, Miss Carrie Harrison, Hutchinson, Kas.; corresponding secretary, W. W. Caldwell, K. C., Mo.; treasurer, Mr. Henry Booker, Great Bend, Kas.; chaplain, Rev. T. D. Lee, Lawrence, Kas.; historian, Mrs. S. Joe Brown, Des Moines, Ia. Executive committee: Prof. J. L. Bowler, Wichita, Kas.; Prof. G. A. Gregg, Western University; Prof. E. J. Hawkins, Fort Scott, Kas.; Miss Hailte Ingram, Leavenworth, Kas.; Mrs. H. O. Cook, K. C., A-CARD OF THANKS We wish to thank the members of the Golden Rule Chapter No. 45, of Bonner Springs. Also the members of Wilder, Kana, who are connected with this lodge, also Golden Leaf Temple No. 8, Sunflower Art club, of Bonner Springs, and the Mary Magdalen court of Kansas City, Kansas, for their kind assistance, also for the beautiful floral offerings during the illness and death of our beloved wife and mother, Mrs. Alethe Taylor. Mrs. Moore Taylor, linenand, Mrs. J.Nis, Taylor Gebhard, daughter, Mr. A. D. Taylor, son, Mr. John Gebhard, Sr. Mr. John Gebhard, Jr. A NOBLE WOMAN CALLED TO REWARD Death came in the home of Mr. Hosie Taylor and took his devoted wife and my chaperon, Mrs. Altha Taylor. The Angel came at an hour when she was serene and filled with Heavenly visions that filled her stream of dylne thought. Mrs. Taylor was a woman of deep thought being loved by all who knew her, especially by the young people who always selected her as their chaperon. Yes, we know that man growth up like a flower and sends its sweetness upon the desert air. So, as the life lived by Mrs. Taylor, a beautiful rose of purity and sereneness. RECEPTION AND FAMILY REUNION. The most patriotic reception given this year was the one given by Mrs. (Dr.) G. H. Browne Monday, December 24, at her homeestead on Freeman avenue, in honor of her sons: First Lieutenant Howard Brown of the U. S. army; also for Rev. A. Browne of Wilberforce university; Mr. T. Browne, Hugh Brown and baby son. A select number of the best people attended and were entertained in the highest manner. The large parters were decorated in Christmas and natural colors amid the beautiful electric lights, and the guests were refreshed with brick ice cream of national colors and the finest of cake and punch. Relatives present were: Prof. and Mrs. G. A. Gregs, Mail Clerk Foster, wife and son, Mr. and Mrs. Smith, Mr. and Mrs. Patrick. Friends present: Professor and Mrs. Patterson, Dr. and Mrs. Anthony and daughter, Prof. and Mrs. Mowbray, Mr. Winfrow and Miss Irvin, Mr. and Mrs. A. Williams, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Boone, Mr. and Mrs. Geo Robinson, Mrs. G. L. Johnson, Rev. R. A. Adams, wife and daughters, Miss Margaret Goings from Honolulu, Mrs. M. C. Matthews, Mrs. S. Williams, Prof. and Mrs. G. B. Buster and sister and Mrs. F. Franca. All enjoyed the evening and will long remember it. NEWS FROM THE COAST. Santa Barbara, Calif., Dec. 21, 1917. Mr. Editor:—We are enjoying ideal weather here, and the flowers bloom on; yet we are thinking of our friends in Kansas, who are blessed to survive the much talked of zero weather throughout that section. While we appreciate California now more than we did two months ago, it is not because of the fact that we note any change in weather conditions, but that we have not been accustomed to going in our shirt sleeves in the last part of December. We note, too, that the semenics in weather conditions becomes monotomous to the people of this section to the extent that it seems to breed gloomy countenances and eulen faces. They are not so many of the broad, warm smiles to be seen upon the business streets there as in Kansas and Missouri where the folk hustle along in the cold and are glad to be going to keep warm. You have much to be thankful for; the winter which you have been expecting, have prepared for, is a real winter; no chamming about it; you are not disappointed. And, too, the Christmas whirl you have looked forward to for twelve months, is a real Christmas, doubtless with a big snow on the ground. We know it is Christmas by the calendar only. We are glad to report that the Rev. J. Logan Crow and the First A. M. E. church at Los Angeles has realized an overwhelming success in their rally of two r three weeks ago, raising more than $1500.00. A letter from the Rev. J. F. C. T aylor, pastor of the A. M. E. church at Pasadena, tells me that the work there is progressing, and that on the second Sunday in November, the early day, $1025.22 was laid on the altar in cash. These two pastors are beginning a revival meeting January 2nd. At Santa Barbara the stewardess board of the A. M. E. church was successful in their Thanksgiving dinner. Thirteen turkeys were terved at 500 per dinner, realizing $109.60; charing $70.30. On the third Sunday, the 16th, our royal little Dock laid upon the altar $121.51 to be used for trustee pur- sure, the head of a six weeks ef- KANSAS CITY, KANSAS DECEMBER, 28 1917. $1.00--The Advocate--$1.00 See What You Save. ELIGIBLES--- All Paid Up Subscribers on Our Books And All New Ones. Office 834 Nebraska Ave. Bell West 2968. A HEROINE WHO DESERVES A MEBAL COLORED WOMAN RISKED HER OWN LIFE TO SAVE INVALID AND HER DAUGHTER How a brave heroine risked her life to save an invalid, her daughter and the nurse, is here told. On Monday evening about 5:30 when Mrs. Jennie Endicott returned from an errand to the home of Mrs. George Gregoff, 1065 Cleveland avenue, where she was employed as a domestic she found the house filled with smoke and fire. Mrs. Endicott rushed into the house, through the smoke. She found her way to an upper room where Mrs. Gregoff, an invalid, and her four-year-old daughter, were almost unconscious from smoke. She with the strength and bravery of a cool-headed fireman, carried and dragged the suffocated invalid from the house to the front yard. Then she, with lightning speed, returned and rescued the little daughter, returning for the third time being by this time almost suffocated herself, brought out Miss Pearl Guthrie, a trained nurse who had been attending the sick woman. Mrs. Endicott deserves a medal for bravery and her name should be sent in. CHRISTIAN ENDEAVOR. Topic: Future. Matt. 25:1-12. G. A. Gregg, President, Kansas and Nebraska. This is the time when each should study himself. How has been the past? What failures have been made that could have been avoided? Study the nature of those that could not be avoided. Compare. What is the present as to thought, character, material resources? Are thoughts entertained that will finally have no good results? If sb. drop them. Do habits exist that lead to ruin? Break them. Would you have better material conditions for the future? Plan for and hold them. One thinks and acts, so will be his future. The B. Y. P. U. Shiloh Baptist church under the presidency of Mr. Campbell had a unique railroad rally. Trains were arriving from four directions. Mrs. Johnson as the victor, having raised the largest amount of money. It was indeed a pleasure for me to be a guest of the B. Y. P. U. Mrs. Nellie Webster entertained the cabinet at dinner. She knows how to prepare a table At the invitation of Rev. Pryor of North Lawrence, will be with his C. D. Sunday the 20th. I trust that every endeavorer has had a Merry Xmas and will have a Happy New Year. Have an invitation to be with Rev. Broadnax, South Omaha. He is doing well. blessed us and is helping us to sing la his name, "The church is moving on." We are expecting our precluding elder, Rev. J. W. Wilson, to be with us on the fifth Sunday to hid our second quarterly meeting; with the quarterly assessment already in the steward treasury, we are going to let the spiritual part of the meeting have full sway. oW are praying for a revival of religion among us which will mean the salvation of many souls. $1.00--T Our Big A BATHURST STOVE CO. MAKES XMAS GIFT HUNDREDS WITNESS THIS BIG STOVE COMPANY GIVE AWAY AN $80 COMBINATION—MR. FISHER, THE POPULAR AND, GENIAL MANAGER EXCELS ALL RECORDS FOR 1917 Last Saturday night the well known and exclusive stove company, "THE BATHURST" at 514 Minnesota avenue, demonstrated to their customers and the public that they were not one of these little, tight wad business firms. As had been announced they would on this evening at 8:30 give away one of their best and highest priced combination cookers. Away before the hour arrived more than 500 persons had filled their large, spacious store room and at 8 o'clock one could hardly pass the throng in front of the store. Those who were not aware of what was going on took their places out in the street to see what was coming off. Promptly at 8:30 a gentleman mounted a chair at the front door and after a neat little Christmas greeting to his vast audience presented the stove to Mr. C. Fayard, 626 Elizabeth street, a laboring man with a large family. Mr. Fisher stated to an Advocate reporter, "This has been one of our beet years, and it was a great pleasure to the company to present this gift. Littutenant Howard Browne of Camp Funston, visited his mother and brothers from Friday, to Tuesday. On Monday, December 24th, a fine reception was given for him and his brother, Rev. Albert Brown, who has an eight days' absence from Wilberforce college. A selected number of the best people were present. Mrs. Narcissa Wallace of Parsons, Kansas, is visiting Miss Leota Wilson Tribute at 2518 North Fifth, till over Sunday. She also visited the Inter-State. Miss Mary Link of Chicago University, is visiting her parents on North Tenth street, till after the holidays. We hear that Mr. Jones has had a stroke of palatalis. Some of our High school girls gave a nice Christmas party at Garrison Square, Kansas City, Mo. CARD OF THANKS We wish to thank the organizations and the many friends that gave us their loyal support and we solicit a continuation of your patronage and promise entire satisfaction. Wishing all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year, we are, Yours, STOVALL, LASLEY & SON, Florist and Notary Public. Our Society Editor had four invitations Christmas day and as many for New Year's day. She sampled Mr. and Mrs. Matt. Carroll's turkey, brought from San Francisco, Cal. He left December 26th for San Francisco. We regret to know of the severe sickness of Mr. J. J. Thomas. We regret to hear of the decease of Mr. and Mrs. Plough's infant. The Advocat annual January SUMNER HIGH NOTES Mervin Harris. Pof. King's public speaking class rendered a short program on Friday, the last school day of 1917. The program consisted of short talks, by various members of the class, on different subjects related to Christmas. Misses Verna Wagner and Margaret Jenkins, who were chosen to represent Summer at the Inter-State Literary association, rendered the selections they will give at that meeting. It is with no small degree of displeasure that we make mention of the death of Treva Ridge, a member of the Senior class. Miss Ridge, because of illness, was forced to quit school a few weeks after the opening of school this year. Her home was in Cameron, Mo., but she came here in the fall of 1916 to enroll in the Junior class. Her health was rather poor, but she managed to finish the year out. Miss Ridge was of a very amitable disposition, being well liked and admired by those with whom she came in contact. We assure her relatives that they have the full sympathy of the students of Sumner. Treva died at her home in Cameron, Mo., Monday, December 17, 1917. We are in receipt of a poem written in her memory by Mr. Bernether Cotter of the Class of 17, who was one of her class mates. At a later date, perhaps, it will be published. METROPOLITAN TEMPLE METROPOLITAN TEMPLE Sunday, December 2rd, a large congregation assembled at 11 a. m. to listen to the Christmas sermon. Pastor D. A. Holmes was at his best and portrayed a beautiful picture of how the shepherds adored the "Birth of Christ." It was a spiritual uplift to all who were present. The pipe organ solos, "Ano Christbaum" and the Pilgrims Chorus by Wagar were especially appropriate. The Angel's Chorus and Anthem "O Night of Holy Memory," by the choir, were also noticeably appropriate, and of course the chorus, "Joy to the World" by the choir and congregation, was among the best and most soul-inspiring. The sermon at night was also good and the collection and music being good showed the Christmas spirit of "Peace on Earth, Good Will to Men," at this beautiful, large Temple of God. Kansas City, Kansas, Dec. 25, '17. Mrs. Lyles:— Accept with Christmas cheer, one dressed pig for Orphans' Home, one dressed pig to Douglas Hospital, from Eagle So. R. M. EAGLE, Secretary. St. Matthews' Neighborhood Bible class had an interesting meeting at Mrs. B. S. Jones' on New Jersey avenue. Mrs. B. Carroll is now Chaplaia and one of the assistant leaders. Mrs. Jones is also a leader and fine in the scriptures. Titus the 3rd chapter, was read and discussed. The next meeting place at Dr. and Mrs. Gray's, 1516 North Ninth street, was presented by Miss Gardner. The class will not meet till Wednesday, January 9th at Dr. Gray's. Lesson, 1st Timothy, 1st chapter. All are invited to this Bible class, which has never missed a meeting. Mr. Matthew Carroll who attends one of the finest colleges in the U.S. which is Kansas University, is visiting his parents and relatives 'till after holidays. MANY NEGROES SEEK THE NORTH MIGRANTS COME TO BETTER THEIR CONDITION AT HIGHER WAGES. Pittsburgh Survey Shows Majority Are Churchgoers and Many Send Money Back South—Hundreds Crowded In Box Cars. From the Pittsburgh Dispatch Abraham Epstein, who has taken his bachelor degree in the school of economics, University of Pittsburgh, has just had printed under the supervision of that school a monograph entitled "The Negro Migrant in Pittsburgh." In 1900 the negro population of Allegheny county by the census was 27,753. In 1910 it was 24,217, and using the official system of estimating in 1917 it was about 38,000. The expansion in steel mill work through was increased demand and the lack of full quotas depleted by the draft and enlistment, still leave about 5,520 more negroes working in this district than in 1915. The addition is due to the migration from the South. It is this migration with which the student deals and which suggests his title. He found about 30 per cent of these emigrants brought along their families, averaging three persons each. Hence the total new Negro population is about 18,550. Before this influx the Negro population of Pittsburgh lived in half a dozen sections, but totaled only 3.4 per cent of the total inhabitancy. Mr. Epstein sent out a questionnaire to discover wages, housing, health, social conditions, etc., and was tabulated all results obtained. The homes dwelt in by the Negroes before this sudden and large incursion from the South had never been enlarged or improved to any extent, but the coming of their fellow racemen induced many Negroes to convert their houses into lodging places to accommodate the newcomers. Now 19 per cent, or 77 families, occupy but one room each; 21 per cent two rooms, only eight families using or 94 rooms, these figures having been drawn from 157 families investigated. The deplorable housing conditions are evident. In rents, 41 families paid $10 a month; 60 paid $15; only 10 over $25. They are incorporated pictures of some of the shacks abandoned by the whites after this migration became evident. The details of the photographs reveal the miserable arrangement of outdoor cesspools, etc. Pictures Tell Facts. There are pictures of the box cars inhabited by railroad workers. Some basement dwellings are shown. Some of these underground residences were found in direct violation of the law. Attics, collars, stercrooms, churches, sheds and warehouses had been transformed into congested habitations. Few of the sleeping rooms have more than one window. Dirt collects, and mere boarders seldom enjoy soap or towels. In rooming houses 55 per cent paid $1.50 a week; 34 paid $1.75; only 2.75 per cent paid over $3. The almost unbelievable crowding of people in a few bed rooms is shown. More than 75 per cent of the Southern migrants are between the ages of 18 and 45. Only 10 per cent are past 50 or under 18. This shows that the migrants are desirable laborers and at the zenith of their producing capacity. So their lofts kills little burden on the city. There are few minors to be educated and few dependents to become public charges. Most, of the immigrants are single. Many of the newcomers when questioned affirm that they lived in better quarters in the South, though wages were lower. But here 62 per cent earn from $2 to $3 a day, while in the South but 25 per cent got such return for labor. At least 95 per cent of the migrants do unskilled work. Migrants Are Churchgoers. Migrants Are Churchgoers. Mr. Epstein combats the violent statement that the Negroes came North from prohibition states to find saloons. The figures prove his denial. These migrants are churchgoers; they have made big savings. Many send, money back to former homes. Alabama and Georgia are banner states which have suffered the drain of the exodus. Georgia alone contributes 65 per cent. But owing to the lack of housing conditions, many will go back South when the labor demand becomes normal. Next come the problems of emigration. The Negro's own problem is to escape from the measure of suppression exerted in the South. This migration is but the seizure of the opportunity afforded by the war depleted labor market. The rate problem is thus brought up. North. Then the argument proceeds that "making democracy safe" means treating these migrants as human beings. Politically the Negro is as free as the white. A newcomer before employment here is printed to prove that the average employee is not caring for improving their A Clean, Reliable, Primary resource Published In the Interest and Welfare of all Humanity. COLORED ORPHANS' HOME HAVE BIG XMAS TREE—FINE PROGRAM RENDERED The Colored Orpana's Home at the corner of Ninth and Washington boulevard, celebrated Xmas night with a large ladened tree, and the children rendered a fine program to the delight of the directors and friends present. Rev. Jones of Kansas City, Mo., opened the evening's festivities with the Lord's prayer with the children followed in unison, after which a fine program was rendered in song recitations, and declamations. After the exercises the presents were distributed to the children of which there were many. The little tots were overjoyed and their bright eyes and beaming faces showed how they appreciated the many, many toys of various kinds and useful wearing apparel. It was a great Christmas to these innocent and unfortunate little folks. Mr. Slaughter, the president of this worthy cause, stated probably never in the history of the home had it been so vastly remembered in the way of useful gifts as this year, for which the managers wished to thank the general public and that they especially wish to extend their appreciation to the Cops for their generosity, also others who gave so boundly. TO WHOM IT MAY CONS TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: It is with regret that I am compelled to take this method of concocting a misrepresentation made against the A. M. E. church and the state of Kansas and myself. A recent charge, against Prof. W. R. Carter, president of the Topeka Industrial Institute, the nature with which the public is for a millar, has been discussed, according to reliable reports by his friends, as being a plot on the part of myself and the A. M. E. church to cripple his fluence and have him removed as head of the institution. I feel that such a report is a slander to myself and the A. M. E. church in that the charge is one which it untrue (and is) is the production of an apolitical, asscrupulous and criminal mind and its certainly not founded or concocted by the Methodist church or any one officially associated with the A. M. E. church. Since Hon. James H. Ouy, an attorney of Topeka, and a member of the board of managers of the school of which Prof. Carter is the head, informs me that the orphans, often offered to excuse Prof. Carter for the rumor that my church is the presonable party. I believed the matter should be investigated and, the truth disclosed so that one of the greatest organizations for social and religious uplift may be exonerated. The A. M. E. church nor myself have any grievance against Prof. W. R. Carter, who is of the Baptists faith. The rumor would have it appear that he is the victim of an attack from the A. M. E. church because of his religious belief and that church wants control of his job, which is untrue, therefore we hope to see justice measured out to him and protect us against being misrepresented as a means of clearing his skirts of the charge. Let the matter be adjusted and conditions established to safeguard the interest of the race, school and state, regardless of fear or farr v to individuals. I am respectfully yours, J. R. RANSOM. 212 East Pine street, Wichita, Kas social condition of the migrant. The organization of the Negro into labor unions is not feasible. Some white unions admit him, while others debar him by their constitutions. There is a manifest reluctance on the part of the white and Indifference on that of the Negro. The underlying reason for this lack of organization is due, so stated, to the Negro recognizing his own tragedy, which includes slavery in the past, lynching and meth law and ostracism now. His wages and mere existence absorb him. Statistics are presented to show the petty character of the cases wherein Negroa have been arrested. The percentage of grave charges has decreased notably in the past year. National League Gives Aid. The National League on Urban Conditions Among Negroes is attempting to become guide, educator, adjusting agency and organiser for the migrant. Of course he is not confined to Pittsburgh. This league organizes travelers and work at the railroad stations and assists in bringing only the higher types of laborers here, and then instructs them by boonday and Sunday take Broad efforts are planned by the league to better housing conditions. Attention will be given to reduce the high rate of sickness and death. The danger in proprietary medicine will be taught. Amnesties and recreation are to be provided, associations to foster home building and MERVIN HARRIS. CIRCULATING MANAGER. Published every Friday at 8:34 Nebraska Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. The Advocate is a weekly journal devoted to Race Progress and Human Uplift. SUBSCRIPTION. Per Year ..... $1.50 Six Months ..... $0.80 Three Months ..... $4.50 Single Copy ..... $0.05 ADVERTISING RATES Made on Application. Bell Phone, West 2968. Entered as second-class matter August 29, 1914, at the post office at Kansas City, Kansas, under the Act of March 3, 1879. 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 publications. Office-834 Nebraska avenue. MEMBER NATIONAL NEGRO PRESS ASSOCIATION. OUR GREAT CHRISTMAS GIFT—A DRY NATION. The House adopted the Prohibition Amendment to the Constitution 282 to 125, which becomes effective when satisfied by the legislatures of three-fourths of the states. The Prohibition forces only have to obtain the legislatures of 36 states, as at present 23 states are dry. The Senate has already adopted the mendment 65 to 20. Thank God for this victory as it seemed a sin that hurt the black and red races worse than other races. God bless ex.Sus. Bryan and Representative Webb who led the fight; also Senator Sheppard, author of the resolution and all who voted or talked for it. But first the blessing should be given to Miss F. Willard and members of all W. C. T. U.s and temperance societies of women who started Prohibition movements. Kansas voted solidly for the amendment. 'Twill become effective in 7 years.'—Society Editor. A large crowd does not always make a program appropriate. At a recent gathering of thousands, only one patriotic song was sung. Although it was for the soldiers, not a paper or an address on patriotism was given. A certain person is asked to try for an interstate prize, but fears to as sometimes some of our judges go on age, looks, etc. Don't agitate race prejudice. As sometimes some of are race are to blame and sometimes the other race is to blame. But it's well for the race which is weaker, etc., to sometimes use diplomacy. Also some true ones of the other race are our friends. Mrs. Vance and Miss Vance of Toledo, left the city Sunday morning after a pleasant visit with Mrs. T. S. Booker at 724 Everett, and with Mrs. Gardner, another daughter. Many visitors are expected in the city next week to spend the holidays and attend the Interstate Literary association. We regret to hear that Mr. Lewis Oliver on Everett has been quite ill. W. T. Whitelaw DRUGGIST 1991 North 27th St. Kansas City, Kas if we haven't what you want We will get it for you CALL ME UP I WANT TO TALK WITH YOU Bell Phone West 380. 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 elgar; also sit down and rest. 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Money back if not prevailed, don't quick. State one. Offer limited Only one to a customer. Catalog from Agents Wanted MEXICAN DIAMOND IMPORTING CO., Dept. G LAS CRUCKS, NEW MEXICO J. F| GRIFFIN, Pastor Residence, 1330 N. Sixth Street Phone Bell West 2904. ORDER OF SERVICES. 9:30 A. M. Sunday school. 11:00 A. M. preaching. 5:00 P. M. Jr. Allen League. 6:00 P. M. Sr. Allen League. 7:45 P. M. preaching. WEEKLY SERVICES. Official Board, 2nd and 4th Monday, 7:30 P. M. Choir rehearsal, Tuesday 7:30 P. M. Wednesday, prayer meeting, 7:30 P. M. Dr. J. F. Griffin preached a strong spiritual sermon Sunday morning carrying with it that practical side of a real Christian life. It was rich in thought and uncompromisable in speech. Such a sermon furrows cut the low places in man's life, and when the straight edge of Christian living is applied to his being, it touches every fiber of his soul. Dr. R. A. Adams one of the church's noted evangelists, who is in for the holidays made a strong plea at the close of the service to those who claim to be Christians and withhold themselves from the church. A number gave their reasons why they had not connected themselves with the church of their choice since their coming to the city. Quite a number of visitors and strangers attended the services Sunday. The choir displayed some excellent music at both services and their very being seemed to take hold and enjoy their own, and why should it not be so. Rev. Albert Brown who is home on his holiday vacation from Wilberforce University, preached an excellent sermon at the evening service. This young man is reported as doing splendid work in this great church school in Ohio. PASTOR TAKEN BY SURPRISE. On Last Friday evening the members of the church in large numbers, after the regular class meeting, with a large wagon load of good things for the innerman, drove to the parsonage, 1936 North Sixth, and with song and ch器, unloaded it to the great surprise of the pastor who had only left them a short while before at the church. When everything was piled up in the large dining room, most any grocer would considered if he could have had them, that he had a large stock of goods for the holidays and this was not all. Prof. French in one of his befitting speeches, that no other can make, presented the pastor with a healthy cash purse, Mrs. Griffin, the good wife, was also presented with a rice cash purse. All of these were only small tokens of the real worth and appreciation the members of First A. M. E. church have for their pastor and family. The pastor was so taken by surprise and overjoyed, he had to wait until Sunday to give his full appreciation. On Saturday an Armour wagon stopped at the parsonage and left a big turkey. The pastor says he doesn't know who the giver was, but he has his best regards and that he expects to be living in Kansas City, Kansas, next Christmas. Many thanks. The church made many homes brighter and more cheerful Xmas day by taking baskets and money to those who had not been so fortunate as some. It was only their Christian duty. Watch meeting will be held next Monday night, commencing at 10 p.m., with a short sermon, prayer and praise meeting. CITIZENS' FORUM The Forum had its weekly conclave at the-Metropolitan-Temple. With its usual routine of opening. The quotations were good and the current events were interesting. The principal address was given by Miss Anna Jones, teacher at Lincoln High school. Her subject was, "What Do We 'Stand For'?" She spoke of our races' vices, also of our virtues. "Twas a wonderful appeal to the young people especially to live true lives and alm high and do good and noble deeds. Rev. Robinson, Mr. Truman, Prof. King and Prof. Hodge praised the address and some, discussed the lady. Mr. C. Jenkins an ex-soldier, spoke of the Houston hanging of 12 soldiers, and asked for a collection for their families. The taking of the collection was deferred. Mr. Dickerson, an ex-soldier, spoke, explaining how we should be loyal and not do and say rash things. Rev. Adams also concurred with Mr. Dickerson, and said we should be law-abiding people and not try to take the law in our own hands, etc. The last two speakers were cheered. Mr. Wright, president of the Lawrence Forum, was present and intruded. President Buster also extended a welcome to Mrs. C. A. Curry, who was present for her first time. He asked that the nominating committee he ready to report, December 30th. On that date a good speaker, Prof. B. Stewart, will address the Forum. Also January 6th, Dr. Kealing will make an address and Western University students will bring their large chorus and FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH. The Sunday morning services were well attended, and the pastor, Rev. W. A. Bowren, preached an interesting sermon upon the prophecy of the coming of Christ. Many were present and enjoyed it. Now we have come to the real feature of the week: Christmas morning service at 6:30. Promptly at 6:30 Brother Robert Knight, another of the First Baptist's prayer band leaders, opened prayer services with a good old fashioned heart-felt hymn and thus began the First Baptist Christmas service. From hymns and prayers those faithful early rising worshippers went to testifying, then came the sermon of Rev. Bowren, "The Star of the East." The sermon was somehow so very appropriate, with the stars gleaming, coldly bright without and a step-lively north wind making the traveler hasten to seek shelter as did the parents of the Holy Babe those 1917 years so long ago. Ah! to sit and listen to the sermon carried one back just 1917 years, and caused one to pause with a-rested breath and shining tear-dimmed eyes gazing in adoration of the new born Heavenly Prince of Peace Who had just brought joy into the world and good will to all mankind. The humble stable that morning was as Heaven to those three travel-weary, but eager, happy Wise Men. That gleaming, bright, twinkling star one sees at this time of year in the cast of an early morning should ever keep fresh in the memory of one, especially a Christian, the beautiful fact of the birth of our dear Saviour. We hope that all whom God has spared next Christmas morning will meet again in prayer and rejoicing at the old First Baptist. After the sermon a Christmas anthem was sung by the choir, then came that for which all of us were so eagerly waiting, Mrs. Lena B. Downs' little talk and her presentation to our beloved pastor, his Christmas remembrance which consisted of many envelopes sealed, given to him by his church, and what do you think these envelopes contained? You can't guess so we'll tell you. Dollars were in them. Yes, dollars, and thirty-five of them, and more coming in by New Year's Day. That was First Baptist's Christmas tide to her beloved pastor who was so completely overcome that he could scarcely utter words of thanks; however, his eyes and face expressed such unspeakable gratitude that it did one's heart good to look upon him. May we continue to remember our pastor who is ever ready to do someone and everyone any little kindness he can at all times. I say, let us ever continue to remember him in just such way. The Sunday school children were well remembered also Monday night at the Christmas tree exercises. As usual, after the program which was indeed a good one, the distribution of presents came about, and each teacher had the joy of seeing her children go home with happy little faces and hearts. There is nothing like teaching the Love of God, and the spirit of giving to our little people. We are so glad that everyone this Christmas seems closer to God and notwithstanding the dark cloud under which the nation is held happiness is reflected in all faces. Every man, woman and child is always welcome at First Baptist church—Editor, Blanche Brooks. KASSEL JEWELRY COMPANY. The Kassel Jewelry Company, the leading jeweler on the avenue, has done a wonderful holiday business, although this is their first year, only coming on this side a few months ago. They are old jewelers and know just what the people want for every occasion. When it comes to quality and durability of goods, one can depend on any Kassel or clerk in this store as to everything being just what it is recommended to be. Every article they sell here there is placed upon it a guarantee and no one need to doubt but what they are getting the genuine article. Their repair department is taken care of by an export mechanic. Also the same can be said when it comes to fitting glasses. The Kassel Jewelry Co., is at 548 Minnesota avenue, next to the Electric theater. Mrs. O. M. Scott entertained the First Baptist Sefing Circle. They had a splendid meeting. Mrs. N. C. Blair of Parsons, Kas., attended the Inter-State Literary here this week. A large number of visitors spent Xmas here with their relatives and friends and remained through the sessions of the Inter-State Literary meeting. Mr. Ed Lyles, 810 Nebraska, spent his Xmas as a Nimrod-near Paola, Kas, and Ed is some game-getter. He keeps a small zoo at his home the year round. orchestra and there will be pipe organ selections and everything. Don't miss December 30th and January 5th programs. 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Wartime urges this economy. Winter months do not spell close housing for Canadians. Quite the contrary! Every possible hour is spent in the open in the pursuit of one popular sport. This outdoor life results in rosy cheeks, happy ach pirits and rugged health. Sharp American Eye Keeping Close and on German Tren By a Captain in the Aviation Corps) Issued by the Bureau of Public Information. Hardly train moves within 5 miles back of the German trenches, or a squadron of men come up for relief or digging begun on a new series of emplacements but a pair of keen eyes steadily watching from great observation balloons just behind the Allied front, takes notice of it. Every movement, every activity, is registered until a schedule of the usual enemy routine is built up and the average amount of motion known. Any departure from this schedule is suspicious. A train running late or with more cars than usual, men in the trenches being relieved too frequently, new roads or emplacements beingilt too earnestly give the first hint past "Fritz" across the line, is up to something. A keen balloonist notes any of these changes, and at once telephones down to the-ground, "An extra train of six Eyes Examined Glasses Fitted F. C. WAHLENMAIER REFRACTING EYE SPECIALIST 746 Minnesota Ave. Kansas City, Kansas SWEET CIDER Call West 3393 N-11 John French Hell. Phone W. 421 Res. 1407 N. 8th St. Luella Green NOTARY PUBLIC 516 Minn. Ave. K. C. K. FURNISHED ROOMS Prices Reasonable King Neighbourhood Inquire Bell Road 500 Morning Street Luella Green No particular locality has a monopoly on these sports, nor is the season a brief one. From first fall of snow until skates and sleds go into retirement because of disappearance of ice, you will find Canadians enjoying outdoor recreations. Americans who visit Quebec in winter time are astonished at the popularity of the famous three-track toboggan slide on Dufferin Terrace overlooking Lower Town and the mighty St. Lawrence. All day long and late into night tobogans may be seen gliding from the Citadel Heights, past turreted Chateau Frontenac and on down the Terrace at a forty-mile-a-minute clip. Banff in the Canadian Rockies is cars passed — at 10:40." Half a mile farther down the line another pair of eyes reports, "Large convoy moving up to front, range so-and-so." Still a little farther down another suspicious circumstance is noted, until the General Staff down below, assembling all these straws, foresees the beginning of a big offensive across the line. Counter measures are taken, batteries directed, convoys and trenches smashed up, and the enemy's plans thrown askew. Possibly, however, the offensive is to come from the balloonist's own side The observer ascends with full knowledge of all the details of action embolden, probably, to move up much nearer the German lines than usual, in the belief that the enemy's artillery will be driven off. The opening bombardment is a 'tine of ceaseless and vital work, spotting shot by shot, watching for new enemy batteries to open up, moving the barrage fire back and forth with the advance of the troops. Any error here may send the steel wall into the observer's own troops or cost scores of lives later by failure to ankle a complete demolition of the enemy's defense. "Hostile airplane overhead" is apt to break in through the telephone wire at any moment. A German aviator, more adventurous than his fellows, is swooping down, perhaps under a protecting cloud, in an attempt to put out the ever-watchful eyes. The observer makes ready his parachute, the machine guns on the ground below click off a rain of lead at the invader and the windlass men start bringing the big envelope to ground with all possible speed. Perhaps the invader is driven off; perhaps the balloon is stricken into flames and the balloonist freed to parachute to the ground in either case it is all a part of the day's work which adds adventure and romance to the responsible work done by the balloonist. Such is, briefly—very briefly—the duty and work of the balloon observer. Calm, patient, ever watchful, he rides far above the ground as the great envelope sways on its long cable. Hours pass, perhaps, but finally, as inveitably as fate, the reward comes. A single flash, a slight movement across the line, and another tiny claw of the German eagle reveals itself for the allied artillerymen beneath. The vital importance and development of this work has hardly as yet been suspected in this country. "Over there" balloon observation has become a science which, while perhaps less spectacular than airplane observation, is none the less essential. The balloonist, riding steadily for hours at a time with the German lines spread out before him, and in direct telephone communication with the ground, with his batteries, and with other halloons amasses a maze of details and accurate knowledge which his more vicarious and longer winged alf brother cannot hope to secure. The United States is building up such a crops literally from nothing. Last November, the old field out West was popped with weeds, the gas pressure was raised, and the whole world was filled with that few known far and wide as a summer playground whither thousands annually wend their ways. Banff is not dead in Winter. No indeed! The transcontinental traveler who drops off there in Winter will find her very much alive and indulging in every known winter sport. He may take his choice of unrivalled skating rinks, tobogan slides, curling rinks, skiing routes, and, what is to be found nowhere else on this continent, outdoor bathing pools of warm water in which, he may take a plunge in comfort while ringed by snow and ice and envious fur-clad spectators. If you doubt this, drop off and see for yourself. cleared and brought back to activity, the air once again is filled with big, friendly balloons, and keen-faced men are being trained for immediate service abroad. Already the first American detachments are in France, the vanguard of a large American balloon force which ultimately will be as complete as any other branch of the Army. Few of us here realize that the big envelopes commonly ascend as high as 4,500 feet and that they stay for hours poised in mid-air to perform the responsible duties assigned to them. Usually the ascent is made anywhere from 212 to 412 miles from the enemy's front trenches, depending on the power of his artillery, the direction of the wind, and the activity of the salient. In any case the 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. KANSAS CITY, 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, 8th Street, K. C., K. Bell, West 567331 Portraits, Enlargements, Post Cards, Frames, etc. Water Colors, Natural, Color, Photos. a. Spec- clally. PICTURES MADE AT YOUR HOME Satisfaction Guaranteed observer has a circle of vision of about 8 miles, and is able to pierce far back into the enemy's lines. The most detailed, and up-to-the-minute maps the finest kind of field-glasses, and instant communication with the ground make the balloonist a master of everything spread out before his gaze. When the American troops are preparing to go "over the top" an unusually large number of balloons will be concentrated as secretly as possible in masked camps in order not to betray what is about to take place. At the appointed moment they will take the air and divide up every detail of the battle amongst them. Some will record the heavy-artillery fire, shot by shot; others will see to it that the work of demolition behind the enemy's lines is effective; others will guard against any reinforcements or traps. As the troops go over they will check closely the German batteries, the shifting of their infantry, and the assembling of supplies. As the American forces advance the balloons will move forward also in unison with them along routes previously prepared. Observations for the barrage will be sent down repeatedly, so that it may move back and forth with the men and details sent so that the enemy's guns setting up the destructive counter barrage may be silenced. Every Detail of Land Noted. To do this the American balloonist must know ever detail of the enemy's land opposite him, for a mistake on his part may cost the lives of scores of men below. No new battery should ope up across the lines without its location, being spotted on the detail map, the number and size of the pieces and their objective noted, and counterfire preparations made against it. No new troops should move into the enemy trenches without being fully known, numbers as well as routes—difficult work all of it—for the German has many wily devices for simulating gunfire and camouflaging movements. 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Men who are being selected as observers, and who will be commissioned as officers, should have physical endurance, acute vision, an appreciation of distances and localities, and, above all, a sense of responsibility and thoroughness in keeping with the importance of the work assigned to them. They may be somewhat older than aviators—preferably from 25 to 35—and of somewhat less severe physical requirements. A special training is given in winds, military observator, meteorology, and ballooning before a cadet is given his officer's commission and his post above the trenches in France, in order that the high standards prevailing throughout the air service generally may be upheld. For the enlisted men who will form the squadrons, gas-works employees, rope riggers, cordage workers, and mechanicians are especially fitted. 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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, 1918, the petition filed will be presented, and evidence will be produced, upon which a judgment will be rendered, the nature of which will U. S. TAKES OVER RAILROADS WITH MCADOO AS HEAD EXECUTIVES' SALARIES: TO BE CUT AS MEN'S WAGES GO UP; TO ISSUE SECURITIES DRASTIC ACTION UNEXPECTED MAY EVEN,TAKE OVER EXPRESS COMPANIES; UP TO McAODO TO DETERMINE FATE Washington, Dec. 27.—One of the first acts of the government in the taking over of the railroads will be the reduction of the large salaries now paid to the railway executives and increase the wages of railway workers. Securities to be issued will bear interest rates of not less than 4 percent, and the issues will be made under joint authority of the director general and the Interstate Commerce Commission. President Wilson, when he outlines the government's plane will ask the government be allowed to purchase any quantity of new railroad securities. All dividends over and above an amount to be agreed upon will go to the government. Gregress will be asked, also, to appropriate 200 million dollars for the immediate supply of rolling stock to handle the traffic which has swamped the roads. The director general will have authority to decide whether the govern- shall also assume control of the express companies. Control of the railroads will be assumed at noon tomorrow with Secretary McAdoo, still retaining his Cabinet post, in charge as director general of railroads. All lines will be operated as a single system under Director McAdoo. Railroad officials will retain direct management of the roads and the railroad war board, composed of five railroad heads, will continue actual operation under Director McAdoo's supervision. President Wilism will confer with the railroad brotherhood chiefs today, and the heads of the four organizations indicated that further details of the scheme of government control, as far as defects pending wage controversies, will be discussed. One of the brotherhood leaders said officially that the railroad employees will back government control. "We expect our members to do their utmost for the President and the war," he said. "There isn't the least likelihood of trouble between the employees and the government. Of course, our wage demands will be pressed to final adjustment. The workers must be fixed to meet the McClelland & Son Bell, W. 364 Home, W. 594 1918 Bargains WHAT WILL YOU LEAVE YOUR FAMILY? A Stack of Worthless Rent Receipts A Real Estate FOR SALE 4 room cottage; 35 feet, $1,250; $100 down, $10 per month and interest; city water, electric light, gas; cistern, coal house. 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, $35 and up. 2 room modern house, 50 ft., close in $2500. $500 cash, $15 a month and interest. 5 acres, $400; 1 acre under cultivation, 4 acres timber and rock; $50 down, $6 per month and interest; $200 worth of timber on this place. 4 room modern cottage, 371-2 ft. close in on paved street, $2200. $300 cash, $15 a month and interest. 4 5 room stucco houses close in on paved streets, $1200. $50 cash, $10 a month and interest. 7 4 room frame cottages, city water and gas. Close in, $1100. $50 cash, $10 a month and interest. 4 1 room cottages, close in, $1,000. $50 cash, $10 a month and interest. 5 room house close in, $7,12 ft. $1600. $100 cash, $10 a month and interest. 6 4 room houses, $500 each. $50 down. $8.00 per month and interest. 8 6 room houses, $650. $50 down. $5 per month and interest. Close in. City water. 3 4 room houses $650. $6 per month and interest. Close in. rising costs of living. I haven't a doubt that this will be taken care of by the President." Delayed trains caused a few hours' postponement of a preliminary meeting of the brotherhood leaders before they went to the White House. TAX OFFICER ARRIVES HERE JANUARY 3, 1918 Wichita, Kas., Dec. 27. It will require a small army of men to take the income tax returns of persons subject to the new law. Collector of Internal Revenue, W. H. L. Pepperell, today announced that his officers will start from his headquarters on January 2d and on January 3rd every one of them will be on the job in the county assigned to him, to meet the people and help them make out their income tax returns. The officer assigned to this county is due to arrive here on January 3, 1918, and remain until February 28, 1918, both dates inclusive. He will have his office in the Government Building, Kansas City, Kansas, January 3rd, 1918 to February 28th, 1916 inclusive, where he may be found every day of the dates stated. "It will be well for every unmarried person whose net income for 1917, is $1,000 or over, and every married person living with wife or husband whose net income for 1917 is $2,000 or over, to call on the income tax man and learn 'whether or not they have any tax to pay," Collector Pepperell said today. "The person subject to tax who doesn't make return in the time prescribed is going to regret it. The Government will get after all income tax slackers. "There's hardly a business man, merchant or professional man who won't have to make return of income. Farmers, as a class, will have to pay the tax. The safe thing to do is for every person who had a total income of $1,000 or $2,000, as the case may be, and who is not sure about what deductions the law allows him, to play it safe by calling on the income tax men. "The men in the field will have forms for everybody and persons who expect to call on him need not trouble themselves to write to my office for forms," said Mr. Pepperell. COMPETITIVE TESTS FOR WEST POINT COMPETITIVE TESTS FOR WEST POINT CONGRESSMAN LITTLE DESIG NATES DATES; QUIZ FOR NAV VAL ACADEMY, TOO. Early in January I shall hold an examination to select young men to be appointed to West Point and Annapolis, one of each. The examination will be in algebra and geometry. Those for Annapolis must be between 16 and 20 and those for West Point between 17 and 22. Those dearing to eupheme will send me at once a statement by a physician that they are sound and in good health, especially as to eyes, and three letters from good citizens certifying as to their character, habits intelligence and the fact that they are bona fide citizens of the district. If you will disseminate this information among your subscribers it will give the young men an opportunity to get to West Point or Annapolis, and I shall appreciate the courtesy. The Colonel says to himself: "I'll show Wilson just like that, three headed." And in his little article, published in a Missouri suburb paper as narrow minded as he is, he tell you "the President's attitude represents three separate betrayals." "He has betrayed Austrian Slave, he has betrayed democracy, he has betrayed 'free people everywhere in Germany.'" We didn't know that there were many free people ANYWHERE in Germany. But Roosevelt knows that the place is full of them, only waiting for President Wilson to stop betraying them. The fact is that the German conscience is about as clear as the average cup of German coffee." And the road to German victory on the west is held by French, English and Italians that did not spend forty years preparing wholesale murder, but know how to meet murder when it comes. A spy is caught and in his trunk "handwritten toasts to Emperor William." It may amuse you to write a few toasts to Emperor William, for instance: May you live long—in prison. Here's to you and all your family—in jail. A merry life and a short one! Here's a nail in your coffin. We would ask the Postmaster General, what he would do if some little Socialist paper, hidden and obscure, printed the same kind of "stuff" that this Missouri suburb paper prints, on its first page in which the President is called three different kinds of a traitor. How would it be to make some nice thoroughly trained old military gentleman Secretary of War and send Baker, who is young and not much taller than Napoleon, over to Europe to see what he can do in the fighting. We suggest it seriously. 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. Forrest B. Anderson I represent over one hundred buyers and sellers of real estate and can represent you. Titles examin er, 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 to examine title. Don't Forget RAILROADS AGREE TO CENTRAL AVE. BRIDGE CONTRACT TECHNICAL POINT RAISED BY STREET, CAR COMPANY THREATENED DELAY IRONED OUT TROUBLE BUT TRAM LINE STILL MUST APPROVE BID OF ARKANSAS BRIDGE CO. Months of patient waiting for the building of the Central avenue viaduct which seemed almost ready for beginning, threatened to be of no avail for a time today when the contract for the construction was brought up before the city commissioners in special session, with representatives of the intercepted railways, the street car company and the contracting company present. A point of law, brought up by R. J. Higgins, legal representative of the car company, threatened to tie up the proceedings and arguments waxed warm for two hours. But a sudden shift of affairs brought about a statement by Engineer Howard of the firm of Harrington, Howard & Ash, promises to iron out all difficulties and the contract may be awarded tonight or early tomorrow to the Arkansas Bridge company. For a time it appeared that the street car company was seeking to block the viaduct contract, but that remains to be seen when the final proposal comes up. The bids on the viaduct were made by the Missouri Valley Bridge company and the Arkansas Bridge company, the latter being the lower by a big margin with a bid of $192,000. But that bid did not include the construction of street car tracks on the bridge, nor the lighting. Attorney Higgine contended that the city build, not legally let a contract for more than the engineer's estimate which was $206,080 and which he thought included the cost of the tracks, and said the company would not approve a contract which did not limit the cost to that figure. The bid has a provision that in the event of an increase in the price of labor that the contract be proportionally higher. Engineer Howard consulted his estimate and found that $206,030 was for the bridge only and that the tracks and lighting would have to be taken care of by separate contracts. The railroads agreed to the limitation of $206,080 and a provision on increase of labor and freight rates and such a change made in the bid it will be put up to the car company for approval, necessary in the original ordinance, late this afternoon. If the street car company does not further question the legality of the contract, it probably will be awarded within the next twenty-four hours and Central avenue residents then can sigh a breath of relief as the end to their long wait for the carrying through of the project. Admirable in many ways, all these men are used to thinking along certain fixed lines. What seems to be needed now is somebody that will think along new lines—as Napoleon did when he went down to Italy and beat the Austrians so easily. Wanted 1,00 MEN AND TO LEARN TO BE AUT We Teach the Complete Me For Only $75.00. For Fur FORTUNE J. AFRO-AMERICAN AUTOMO 1420-26 Woodland Ave. Forrest B. LAW REAL ESTATE 529 State Ave. Bell W. I represent over one hundred can represent you.. Titles examin debs collected. Consult me any t "it's cheaper to buy than it is to ren Abstracts furnished free and to --Don't Your C Kansas City THE KANSAS CITY ADVOCATE Milk Too Costly; Children Drink Beer New York, Dec. 27. The price of milk in New York City has risen 55 per cent since June, 1914, and about 20 per cent less of the product is being consumed, according to a report of the mayor's committee on milk made public tonight. 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