Kansas City Advocate

KANSAS CITY ADVOCATE NEW LOCATION! "THE BOOTERIE" MOVES TO 652 MINNESOTA AVE. AFTER MARCH 16TH. Kans Historical Society KAN ANSAS TWELVE MONTHS $150 NEW LOCATION! ION! "THE BOOTE In the War Relief work the Afro-American womanhood is giving unstinted service to her country. Tired fingers, which have been in service during the entire day, have often in the evenings worked assiduously for the "Boys" over there. Colored boys and girls in the Wichita schools who do not know the darkness and misery of the barrier, but who shall soon awake to full consciousness of it—are knitting, sewing, working, that the world might be safe for Democracy. THE AFRO-AMERICAN IN THE WAR Countless years of racial experiences to crystallize sentiments. These senti-have transmuted certain idiotic ideas imbents in Germany are sentiments of uniformity, of submission to an autocratic theocracy, breeding unchangeling generation after generation. But this breeding gives both to KULTUR, as the German wills it. This transfer has transferred the soul of a people. Fancies, which spring from tradition, are thrilled by artificial stimuli—the preachments of legions of Germanic leaders. The living reality, as it stands from chronicles of our time, shows that American Negro, though debased, decried, is undaunted. He gives god-like service for that which made the Moors fight at the gates of Tours, or the Parthenians fight a Vespuccian. The Negro belies the weakness attributed to him by those in the focus of civilization. This passion for the exaltation of the Teutonic ideal struck the chord and produced the present crisis. The passions of men are distorted; the spiritual purposes, even now, of Kante, Schuller and Fichte are laid bare. The greatest asset to any army is the throbbing heart of a people behind it. The soldier boy does not lack the sympathy of the bleeding heart of Ethiopia. The cross of brass cannot crucify the souls of us. For our heart, trembling like the hectic heat waves on a summer's day, is bowed hoping, trusting, praying to the incarnate Word who delivered our fathers, and permitted them to see the coming of the glory of the Lord. Yet, in the grouping around national standards subtle and tragic barriers are moved away. As a result the Negro, that ebon son of God, is ushered into the fray. He enters on the side of so-called Democracy, because the Entente has declared its faith. And that faith is the stimulating, ardent, striving or his hope. Notwithstanding he knows that Democracy is a blundering popular idea; that it is idealism, yet he can not forbear to take the chance, to demand the fullest interpretation possible of that term. It remains to be seen what will come out of the war. One thing shall stand out no matter what the result: that is the world will be conscious of the trustfulness, of the stalid, loyal spirit of our people, a realization of that virtue so idealized by the master teachers of the world. Seven hundred thousand colored troops from Algiers, Morocco, Nigeria and Dehomy are fighting for France. As many are on the firing line for England. Liberia has sent its army. Africa today is held by Negro troops trained by white officers. The Germans have been defeated in Africa and the brave blacks have saved heroic France. The war, then, is a striking, trenchant story of our forward march from the brackish program of slavery to a romance of faith in the sunlit stretches of gold in the Kingdom of our God. But, what of the American Negro—the man struggling against caste in a land of the free? Foreign Negroes have not to contend with the unscrupulousness and inhumanity of racial discouragement. OHIO BOY TO WEST POINT The Afro-American, remembering his rich heritage, watches with intelligent interest the barbaric horrors of today, a hedding white Christianity, despite the beauties of its cult. But this tremendous faith has not allowed him, even under provocation, to commit a traitorous act. The white light of truth flares from the heavens. Men stagger and wonder tremblingly as the Negro offers his life that this nation might live. African culture sifted into ancient and medieval Europe bringing great gifts in legends, stories, iron, art and music, but the African faith of today brings wonderment to sordid souls. Dayton, O.,—Bryon Alexander, 17, Colored, of 107 Gard avenue, has been named by Congressman Warren Gard as the appointee to West Point Military academy. Young Alexander, who grade dtaulafRWil-du tuaed last year from Stivers, passed the preliminary test held in Dayton with the highest honor. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Forster Alexander. FIRST A. M. E. CHOIR MEMBER QUIETLY MARRIED. Miss Maco Stanley and Mr. Roy B. Faulkner were quietly married Monday in Kansas City, Missouri, and are at some at 1910 East Fourteenth street. One hundred sixty captains, 320 first lieutenants, 198 second lieutenants, are given us grandgingly by an administration which has not always welcomed the idea of the birth rights of free men. Distributed in cantonments, stretching from Maine to California, there are 83,600 sculs intense in their fervid dream of Brotherhood. Mrs. Faulkner was one of Kansas City, Kansas,' popular young women and was a member of First A. M. E. church choir. She had been on The Advocate's staff for some months and rendered splendid service. She will be greatly missed by both the church and The Advocate. Moreover, over one million dollars have been invested in Liberty Bond Loans by sons of slaves who still ride in Jim Crow cars. We only wish for Mr. and Mrs. Faulkner the most pleasant and happy sojourn ot a successful married life. Our Twenty-fifth ifnantry, stationed in far away Hawaii contributed the modest sum of $174,600, leading every army unit in America. Prof. G. A. Gregg of Western University attended the evening service at First A. M. E. church last Sunday. BANKR Last Chance of the KRUPT BANKRUPT SALE Never in all your life have you ever attended a sale like this one. Remember, up-to-date merchandise such as FLORSHEIM and REGAL Shoes, MANHATTAN Shirts, STETSON Hats line Underwear, Hose, also Clothing at a reduction of 40 and 50 per cent. Positivey the greatest BONI-FIED cut price SLAUGHTER sale ever known to mankind. Space does not permit us to mention'prices. Be sure and come.' Sale begins MARCH 14th and lasts until EASTER. 507 Minn. Ave. Kansas City, Kans. VOL. 3. JOS. L. BOWLER. Wichita, Kansas. KANSAS CITY, KANSAS MARCH 15, 1918. PRES. J. M. MARQUESS ELECTRIFIES AUDIENCE GREAT METHODIST BANQUET Wichita, Kansas. The vast auditorium of St. Paul A. M. E. church was filled to its capacity on Wednesday evening, March 6th to celebrate the First Annual Banquet of its members and friends. Led by the church choir five hundred voices sung in unison a patriotic air entitled "The Red, White and Blue." An invocation to the Almighty for a bestowal of his merciful blessings upon the endeavor was given by Rev. J. R. Ransom which was followed with a choir selection. "The Afro-American in This War," a timely subject, was attractively presented by Prof. J. L. Bowler. A vocal solo was pleasingly sung by Mrs. M. Letcher. The toastmaster, Dr. P. M. Bell, then introduced the pastor of the church, Rev. J. R. Ransom, who in very fitting words, presented to the audience the principle speaker of the evening in the person of Prof. J. M. Marquess, President of Langston University. Prof. Marquess, a man of pleasing personality, possessing a ready flow of wit and wisdom, held sway over this immense gathering with an address that diffused hope and courage to those who are endeavoring to conduct themselves as high-principled citizens. He said: "Today, there is a new and difficult problem facing us that demands a new type of leadership among our people to meet an emergency on which rests the future statue of our race whether it can or cannot be profited by the widepsread revolution of doctrines. This new leadership demands sacrifice, unselfishness, self-denial and a great amount of love for our fellow man towards our people in the South lands. It is the missionary work for the fortunate to help our brother who has been less fortunate. In many instances leadership in many communities has been lost to the rightful persons because they fear for their own attainments of good should they strive to lead others hence in many instances we find men of immoral worth recognized as leaders because those who should be have denied themselves of being the leaders of their race. This flag that decorates this pulpit is our emblem as well as any other American citizens. It's ours because for, three hundred years truly the lesson of pride in our country, it's institutions and our flag. The red on it stands for the lifegiving blood that we have poured out of our veins on battle, fields as water in defense to our country's honor and integrity. The white denotes the purity of the loyalty of our forefathers to the flag and country and all their offsprings even unto this day when the universe is in the midst of a determined effort to make safe the world for democracy. The blue attests the fidelity of our Race to the greatest republic in the annals of history, ever a careful and loyal observance of duty and performance of obligations. When after 250 years in bondage and servitude the call came for recruits among our people we came saying—"Father Abraham, we are all coming." The stars in their field of blue are like unto the eyes of God that sees all things, our prosperity and our short-comings so that Fourth Annual Knife and Fork Banquet At First A. M. E. Church Nebraska Ave. and Eight Street Thursday March 28th Prof. A. S. Jackson of Waco, Texas Principal Speaker of national reputation. The music will be furnished by Western University, Lincoln High School, Sumner High School and the Church Choir. Two thousand tickets are out for this large annual affair. Admission to all 50c. when time comes for the helping of his children that great All-Seeing Power shall right our wrongs and bless us with the Infinite love of His Divine Persons. Let us not weaken in the struggle or ever give up hope, for in the words of Kipling we can say:— "If blood is the price of liberty, If blood is the price of liberty, If blood is the price of liberty, Lord, God, we have paid in full." z To the strains of music furnished by that incomparable Clark-Chinnish Orchestra, headed by the Pastor and guest of honor, followed by the toastmaster and representative men, the assemblage filed into the spacious banquet hall of the church. Rarely has so pleasing a view greeted the eyes of any man as that scene one could behold on entering the hall. It was tastefully decorated strictly in keeping with the spirit of today, beauty combined with simplicity, prosperity without gaudiness, giving off an air of comfort and welcome to all. The blessing was said by Rev. Toomer of the C. M. E. church. The toastmaster, Dr. P. M. Bell, in fitting words, introduced the several speakers of the evening who delivered toasts as follows:— "Our Churches and Pastors," by Miss L. A. Covington was a message of encouragement to the Pastors telling the great esteem in which they are held by the citizens and encouraging them onward in their tearless march against evils and hardships that would set us adrift were it not for strong leaders. "Our Schools, a topic of a vital interest, more so to our people because of unfavorable conditions of the past must be of the past only and safeguarded against in the future was ably presented by Miss Jewel Quillan. "Our State," ever a subject that denotes prosperity, progress and very favorable comparison to any state in the union, was the toast of Prof. F. C. West given in a very commendable manner. To sum up in total all the factors that produces a government the pride of over a hundred million, the ally of a democratic world, the envy of the less fortunate and the bright beacon light to those nations that are groping in chaotic darkness for the firm broad road that leads on to a true republican form of legislation was the sineere and inspiring words of Mrs. J. L. Harper as she gave a toast to "Our Nation." Rev. E. T. Fishback then gave a brief response to each individual toast. Testifying to his gracious thankfulness for the encouragement given to the church and pastors, to the school and its fidelity, to the state and its blessings, and to the nation for its mighty bulwark of protection against the assailants of democracy. The program was made more enhancing by the sweet strains of music of the or elestra making the program indeed a "Sumptuous Feast of Race Topics Served with Music and Toasts." COLORED TROOPS SOON TO BE CALLED Washington—Seventy thousand colored troops will be called within a short time it was announced today. This will finish the first draft call for all States. The colored men, principally from Southern States, were not called earlier because the camps have not been selected. Prof. A. S. Jackson of Waco, Texas, will be the principal speaker at the Fourth Annual Knife and Fork banquet at First A. M. E. church March the 28th. Prof. Jackson is financial secretary of the A. M. E. connection and is one of the greatest platform speakers of his church and has but few equals of the race at large. Mr. J. T. Roberts, senior trustee of the Metropolitan Temple, is sick yet. SUMAER HIGH NOTES Mr. Pearson, superintendent of the Kansas City, Kansas, schools, has returned from an extended trip in the East. In has leture to the students last week he told of the marked change in the attitude of the Negroes of the South toward taking advantage of the educational opportunities which are being offered them. Miss Caution-Davis has been absent this week because of the serious illness of her mother. Her classes are being taught by Miss Ella Smith. Her girls' physical training class, however, is being instructed by Miss Scottie Davis. Do not forget Sumner week, March 18th to 22. An added attraction of that week will be a spelling contest which will be held on Wednesday. The preliminary contest will be held on Monday and the best speller of each class will enter the contest Wednesday. The Freshmen will spell against the Sophomores and the Juniors against the Seniors. Who will win? Why the Seniors of course. The program at the Forum Sunday will be in the form of a memorial program in memory of the late Dr. H. T. Kealing. The principle address will be delivered by Prof. French and other short talks will be made by Prof. Grisham and Judge Keplinger. The chorus and orchestra of Western University will furnish music. Our High school orchestra appeared in their second Pop concert at the assembly Wednesday. They have improved splendidly since their last concert. The strains of the above yess revibrated from the walls of old M. & O. hall last Friday afternoon when the time-keeper called time for the last half of the second game, leaving Summer in the lead by a score of 19 to 17 in that, her first basketball game in five years. Western University that mighty champion of all athletic sports at last had fallen prey to our basketball team. The Western University boys displayed splendid organization and general knowledge of the game as gained from experience. But it was the spirit of fight to the end, that distinguished the playing of our boys. A return game will be played at the Paseo Y. M. C. A. March 15, with the same team. A great game is expected. Miss Helen Butler is absent from her studies because of illness. A SAINTED MOTHER PASSES AWAY Mrs. Mary M. Davis was born September 24, 1832 in Charleston, South Carolina. In 1857 she was married to Thomas A. Davis who, after serving several terms in the House of Representatives at Columbia, South Carolina, left her a widow. She had one daughter who died in infancy. After her husband's death she went to Boston, Massachusetts, where she lived a life of service from time to time adopting children who needed such love as hers. The last child adopted was Ethel Caution, one of four orphans, who had been brought to Boston from Pennsylvania. In November, 1913, she left Boston with this daughter after an illness of five months. After a year in Durham, North Carolina. She came to Kansas City. She died at the home of her daughter Wednesday, March 13, at 4 o'clock, after an illness of three weeks. Her death came with a smile as a fitting close to so long a life of service. She leaves a daughter and a host of friends in the East and South and in Kansas City to mourn her departure. The funeral was held from the house, 828 Nebraska avenue, Friday.morning at 10 o'clock, Dr. Griffin officiating. Mr. A. J. Bouldin, our leading clothes cleaner, has bought a fine modern home and is now occupying it with much comfort. NO.29 BISHOPS RALLY TO WILBERFORCE SCHOOL Wilberfore, Ohio,' March 8.—Bishop J. H. Jones of Wilberforedonates $20 to the Founder's day rally; B. J. Hurst of Baltimore, Md., $25; Rev. W. Cook, of Chicago, pastor of Bethel A. M. E. church, raised $50; Rev. G. F. Snelson of the same city, pastor of St. Mary's A. M. E. church, $21; Rev. E. A. Clark, pastor for Allen chapel, Indianapolis, Ind., $50; Rev. J. W. Wiley, pastor of St. Paul's A. M. E. church, $3. The students of berforce university were divided into two groups—the Northern group and the Southern group. The Northern group donated $501 and the Southern group denated $448. The graduates of the commercial department donated $143. The net receipts from the operetta are $32.09. WOMAN CHASER END IN JAIL WOMAN CHASER CAUGHT—HE WAS A PAROLED CONVICT. The colored man that has been chasing women in the neighborhood for more than a week, has been finally caught. He is William Fulgham of 934 Walker avenue, and is a paroled convict of Lansing state prison. He was identified by five girls who were chased by him. He is being held in the Wyandotte jail pending a preliminary hearing. He is 30 years old. RIBLE CLASS. The St. Matthews' Neighborhood Bible class, the only class which has not missed a meeting in two years, whether raim or shine, hot or cold, met with Mrs. Taylor at 713 Everett avenue, and read and discussed Heb. 1 and 2. Mrs. B. S. Jones gave the invocation, Mrs. B. Carroll opened the lesson and Mrs. Coates gave an encouraging talk. Next meeting is Wednesday, March 20th at Mrs. Hester Howard's, 840 Washington boulevard. Saints of all churches are invited; sinners also NOTES ON PATRIOTIC BANQUET. Mr. Samuel Stewart, ex-county treasurer, was among the guests introduced at the banquet, also Mr. Howard Payne, city clerk. They say, "What would they have done without the women in the banquet? They sold most of the tickets, did most of the decorating and all of the preparation of the menu. Mr. Horace Dwiggins gave a fine stag dinner at his residence, 852 Oakland avenue, Sunday, for the following distinguished vsiitors. Hon. E. S. Harvey, Judge Clark, Mr. Carson of Lawrence and Mr. Henry of Baldwin, Kas., and a number of home gentlemen. It was an elaborate affair and everyone enjoyed immensely the spread by the hostess. On account of failing health would like to sell the New Reform Barber Shop. Location good, 601 State avenue. A standard business. Terms to suit. See or write H. R. Stines, 601 State Ave., Kansas City, Kans. Miss Theodoshia Hamilton entertained at dinner Sunday Presiding Elder J. T. Smith, Mrs. Smith, Mrs. J. F. Griffin and her daughter, Alma. Mrs. Maggie Milligan is home from Chicago to remain indefinitely. PIANO FOR SALE. A FINE upright piano, nearly new, of high grade make; will sell at a bargain. A chance to secure a high grade instrument for a low price. Mrs. S. Scale, 1213 Ann St. Fork Banquet Church Street Speaker of national repern University, Lincoln Choir. Two thous- Admission to all 50c. THOMAS KENNEDY, Editor and Prop. G. A. GREGG, ASSOCIATE EDITOR. MERVIN HARRIS. CIRCULATING MANAGER. MRS. M. C. MATTHEWS, Society Editor. Published every Friday at 834 Nebraska Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. The Advocate is a weekly journal fevoted to Race Progress and Human Uplift. SUBSCRIPTION. Per Year . . . $1.50 Six Months . . . . .80 Three Months . . . . .45 Single Copy . . . . .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 publication. Office 834' Nebraska avenue. MEMBER NATIONAL NEGRO PRESS ASSOCIATION. The colored people of Kansas City, Mo., have a good chance this year to elect an Alderman from the Eighth ward, but as usual the bell was put on the wrong cow and now they want it taken off. Why not get together for once and elect the candidate nomi niated and quit playing the dog in the manger. This is an opportune time to break in the council- manic chambers and why will you throw it away? Get together for once and elect the regular nominee. Candidates for the presidency of Western University are as numerous as flies around a molasses barrel, there being up to date a few less than a hundred. It ought not to be hard to find a man in this large army of a few fit ones for the place. This school needs a man who is bigger than its foundation and will be for time to come. Our schools need educators—not mere men. The Editor of The Advocate has purchased a publication in Wichita, Kansas. He will operate the two. W. C. HUESTON AND THE G. O. P. AND DEMOCRACY. The man who was nominated on the Republican ticket for mayor of Kansas City,, Missouri, was mentioned as a graduate of the University of Kansas. Heuston was mentioned as "a Negro attorney interested in the social uplift of Negroes." Now Hueston is a graduate of the same institution as the Mr. Crane. His qualification are just as good. His purpose and aim just as laudable. He offers himself as a representative of a ward composed largely of his own people. He would be spokesman for a people that needs his or similar voice. All the power of perverse law interpretation is being summoned to "legally" eliminate Mr. Heuston. Mr. Heuston is a pioneer. He will suffer much for his "daring," has "audacity." We will not know the pressure brought to bear upon him. He is in the right. By natural selection, not artificial coercion, the group of citizens that he represents lives together geographically. Let every man rally to his support. Drop small things. Rise to the dignity of the occasion and vote strong and solidly for Hueston. A. A. GREGG, President of Kansas City, Kansas, Branch of the National Association of Colored People. We regret very much to learn of Mr. J. G. Groves, our "Potato King," of Edwardsville, being so ill. His many friends here and throughout the country wish for him a rapid restoration to health. 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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. Quarterly meeting was largely attended Sunday all day. Presiding Elder J. T. Smith delivered a fine sermon at the morning service and several at the close joined the church. At 3 o'clock communion service was held, at which time Dr. Brooks of Independence, Mo., preached to a large audience. The presiding elder preached at the evening service. The quarterly conference was held Monday evening, Dr. Smith presiding, the reports were the best known to this church from many viewpoints. The reports from the steward's department for the day were upwards of $200. The Sabbath school is growing rapidly, the attendance for the past two Sundays have averaged two hundred and it is hoped by Superintendent Truman to have by Easter three hundred scholars. Dr. J. F. Griffin has been quite sick this week, but will be able to fill his pulpit Sunday. WICHITA, KANSAS The Alsbic club met at the residence of Mrs McAdams. Quotations from Harriet Stowe. One hour was then devoted to needlework after which a dainty luncheon was served. The next meeting will be held with Mrs. M. Livingston. Mrs. A. M. Morris of 1447 Barwise Ave., who has been ill is convalescent. Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Childs Sundayed in Newton. Grand Chancellor S. H. Thompson, of Kansas City, Kas., has given Col. C. P. Edwards special permission to set up a lodge of K. P.s at Eldorado, Kans. Mr. J. Leonard Bleatch visited last Sunday in Newton with Mr. Billie Bell. Attorney F. L. Martin has purchased an Overland in which he and his wife motored to El Dorado, Kans. Mr. Foster of 1008 Moseley Ave., continues on the sick list. The Heroines of Jericho will hold their annual sermon at 11 o'clock Sunday, March 24, and the K. P.s will have theirs at 3 o'clock the same day. Don't forget that the Knights Templars and Knights of Pythias will hold their drill contest at an early date next month. Presiding Elder A. C. Terrill of the A. M. E. church held his Quarterly Conference Thursday night and had Communion Services Sunday. The G L. A. club met-last Tuesday with Mrs. F. O. Miller as hostess. Quotations were given selected from Du Bois. "Family Life as a Vocation" was handled with ability by Mrs. P. M. Bell. A charming vocal solo was then sung by Miss Faye Oliver. Current events were led by Mrs. M. Letcher. They will meet next Tuesday with Miss L. A. Covington. Sunday, March 3rd, was observed as Women's Day at the St. Paul's A. M. E. church. A very excellent program was rendered at the special services in the afternoon and also at the evening services. Dr. A. K. Lawrence is the proud parent of a boy. Hello Pap! The John Brown Lyceum had exceptionally good numbers on its program last week. The entire production was given by the High school students. The next regular meeting will have as special numbers on the program addresses and papers by the several different business men of our Race. Mr. John Ballard of Memphis, Tenn., was in the city attending the funeral of Norman Haywood. Messrs J. E. Lewis and J. R. Johnson have returned from Arkansas where they went to settle-up the estate of a relative. It is reported that much property was involved but they succeeded in disposing of same with satisfaction to all parties concerned. Messrs T. Hackley, B. H. Avery and Warren Foulkes are now Masons. Wonder what the Masonie Royal Goat thinks about them! Mr. Henry Wright and daughter, Mrs. Carrie Walker have gone to Phoenix, Ariz., where they will remain indefinitely. Mrs. J. R. Ransom and daughter, Mrs. Henderson, arrived in the city from Lawrence last week where Mrs. Ransom has been taking care of her daughter, who has been sick for some time. HUDSON LODGE NO. 1. of the I. O. B. and S. of C. "Busy Bees" Meeting nights 1st and 3rd Wednesday at Fraternity Hall, 314 Nebraska Ave. Come out and join us in our great success. Y. H. HADLEY, W. H. C. CORA DUVALL, W. S. The latest in all shapes and leathers for Easter now ready. We invite your inspection. CHRISTIAN ENDEAVOR G. A. Gregg, Conference President of the Kansas Conference. Topic: "The Art of Living With Others." 1 Peter, 3:8-16. One has said that "No upright moral man will affront me and no other can." It is well to live in that state of mind that tis above the little bickerings and troubles that thoughtless people will start agoing. One must be of a forgiving mind, knowing that the offender does not know, that the has not the proper sense of right. Living with others on friendly terms is a fine art. There are many vexing situations, but grace and love will enable one to live above them. "Live peacably with all men." This should be the endeavor of each. It is the only right course. It is a great task. One who can hear the tales of a gossip without resentment, without attaching himself to them, knowing full well that there is no truth in them, has a state of mind worth much. He can stand almost any storm. When others are angry—beglad. When others are impolite—be polite. Endeavor to meet every wrong with its opposite. Sometimes silence is good. Sometimes a positive, firm statement of fact will help. Endeavor to lose sight of race and look upon each individual as a man, a woman. This is a thought worth developing. There is a loftiness of soul in it. Man is man. Finally, be polite, courteous, kind, considerate, tolerant, firm in the right. So live that your regrets may be few. Give no one cause for offense. "As far as lieth in you live peaceably with all men." DIED: Wm. Franklin, Tuesday afternoon, at his home 836 New Jersey avenue. Mr. Franklin was an old soldier and took pride in the fact that he could say, he had a part in helping to break the shackles from more than four million bondsmen. Rev. Griffin and Rev. D. B. Jackson are also reported sick. Mrs. Emory was buried Wednesday from the C. M. E. church. Mr. Johnson was buried from Pleasant Green Baptist church Sunday. The Compact Masons turned out and Pastor McNeal officiated. Mrs. Minnie Weaver at 907, Washington boulevard has been sick several days and had the doctor Monday. We were glad to see Mr. Morgan able to be at church once more. Mrs. Howard at 840 Washington boulevard, sister of Mr. J. L. Dyson, is ill. The Y. M. C. A. is being renovated under the management of the Ladies' clubs. Miss Lydia Rogers who is now at 840 Washington boulevard is somewhat indisposed this week. A GREAT BANKRUPT SALE OF CENT'S FURNISHINGS, SHOES, AND IN FACT EVERYTHING TO WEAR, AT 507 MINNESOTA AVE. SPRING CROS The latest in all shapes are ready. We invi Crossett 1005 Main Street THE MEN The Old Badger L 18TH AND Lumber Lime Sash Cement Doors Plaster Mouldings Sam Mr. John Walker has been a little indisposed. Mr. Chas. Williams and his son are sick. The people of the community are beginning to plan and spade up the soil. Many are getting free potatoes. Miss Beulah Banks remains indisposed. the teachers and parents had a meeting last Friday night. These meetings should be held oftener and more parents should attend. It is very necessary that parents and teachers have the very best understanding possible concerning the developing child. Their careful attention now means much for the child hereafter. Rev. J. C. Owens preached a very helpful sermon. He pointed out how to make the most of life by avoiding its dangers. His life of careful thinking and managing his own affairs makes him a good man to counsel with. No one will make a mistake in seeking his advice. Rev. Thurston and his people are moving along. Rev. Webb is the energetic pastor of Glen Olive. Mrs. Laura Jones has become a subscriber to 'the Advocate. Vernon school teachers and pupils acquitted themselves well at the county institute. It was an eye-opener to those who do not know us. We are coming faster than the prejudice of others will let them know. Cheer up! We shall arrive. The boy scouts are becoming active. There are some "boy groups" that should be broken up. Boys so act that you would be pleased for any one to suddenly walk upon you. W. U. will conduct Memorial services in honor of the late Dr. Kealing at the Forum. Vice-President French is the principal speaker, assisted by other members of the faculty and students. The Sewing Circle met with Mrs. Ethel Gregg. Mr. Hayes has the best lawn in the community, without regard to race. He is quite a farmer too. Mr. Brice is also a farmer. He longs to get into the farming business in earnest. Mrs. Brice has good success with chickens. They have two fine boys. Mr. and Mrs. Young Turner are attending the Kealing farm. They have a number of fine pigs. Send news in by Monday. Let the people know what you are doing. It will help you to do better. CARD OF THANKS We wish to thank our many friends and neighbors for their kindness during the illness and death of our husband and brother, Mr. Andrew Jackson. Rev. Griffin, for his kind words, Queen Esther Court No. 43, K. C., Mo., and Mr. and Mrs. Geo. McClelland. Mrs. Emma Jackson wife, Mrs. Marie Wilson, Mrs. Jane Stowart, sisters, Mr. Henry Jackson, brother. Mrs. B. Carroll attended the funeral of her brother-in-law, Mr. Bradshaw, in Topeka. EARLY GARDEN "portrait" is the most appetizing and delicious in the world. Your radishes and lettuce will be crisp and tender, your early peas and beans tooth some and succulent, and everything you grow "perfectly delightful" if you use Archias Seeds because they are from the sturdiest, healthiest and most mature plants, and absolutely dependable. ARCHIAS SEED STORE (Corp.) Dept. . . . . Sodalia, Mo. SETTS WITH PEP and leathers for Easter now write your inspection. Shoe Store Kansas City. Mo. EN'S STORE d Reliable Lumber Co. KANSAS AVE. Hardware Paints Roofing Paper Wall and Plaster Boards and defendant, and divorcing plaintiff from the defendant, and awarding him the custody of their minor child, and for the costs of this action. BRAUDLEY & BRADLEY, Attorneys for Plff. Attest: R. J. McFARLAND, Clerk of District Court. (First published March 8th, 1918.) JOSEPH BRUNSON, YOUR DAUGH- TER JOEANNA WANTS TO HEAR FROM YOU AT ONCE. February 15th, 1918. NOTICE:— If any person knows the address or the whereabouts of Joseph Brunson, will be greatly appreciated if you will give me his address. He is a man of about 65 or 68 years old. He left Blairsville, Pa., Indiana county, about 40 years ago. He lived with a white family by the name of Hosick. I am his daughter, Joeanna Brunson Bailey. Any information received, please address to:— MRS. JOEANNA BRUNSON BAILEY, 1123 Westinghouse Building, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. J. H. T. SMITH INSURANCE AND REAL ESTATE INSURANCE NAD REAL ESTATE FOR SALE. SEE SMITH FOR A HOME AND A SNAP IN REAL ESTATE 5 room House and 2 lots on terms . . $800.00 4 room House and 2 lots on terms . . 700.00 4 room House, on terms . . 600.00 9 room Modern House on terms . . 2500.00 5 room House close in on 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 grainery, 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 west of St. Louis. 850 acres Missouri river bottom land, fine living springs of water, all fenced. This farm is worth $100 per acre. My price, only ... $60.00 I have some good autos to trade for farm land or good oil lease. 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. Office No. 511 Union St. Phone No. 43 COFFEYVILLE, KANSAS B: ANDERSON me I am the People's lawyer ESTATE BROKER. Kansas City, Kaz. West 1050. Lawyer Old Debts Collected. Houses to rent and sell Titles examined Made. free; ten days allowed to examine. it it is to rent" the People's Lawyer. RESILVERED D FOR AND DELIVERED MIRROR COMPANY North Fifth Street. Abstracts of title furnished free; ten days allowed to examine. "It's cheaper to buy than it it is to rent." Consult me any time. I am the People's Lawyer. MIRRORS RESILVERED SAMUEL DIGGS TABLE JUNK DEALER. price for junk at all times, rags, brass, lead, zinc and everything in HONEST WEIGHT AT ALL TIMES. North Third Street. KANSAS CITY, KAS. 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, KAS. Clinton Baskerville, Plaintiff, vs. No. 8994-A Florence Baskerville, Defendant. PUBLICATION NOTICE. To the Defendant, Florence Baskerville, Greeting: Said defendant, Florence Baskerville, will take notice that she has been sued for a divorce, in the above entitled court, by said plaintiff, Clinton Baskerville, on the ground of abandonment of plaintiff contrary to law, for one year next preceding the filing of the petition in the above entitled action, and that she must answer the petition filed by plaintiff in said action on or before the 13th day of April, A. D. 1918, or said petition will be taken as true, and a judgment or decree for plaintiff, adjudging and decreeing a divorce to him from you, upon the above mentioned ground as alleged in said petition, will be rendered in said action accordingly. CLINTON BASKERVILLE. Plaintiff Clerk of the District Court. (Seal) PUBLICATION NOTICE. To the Defendant, Edith Simmons, Greeting: Said defendant, Edith Simmons, will take notice that she has been sued for a divorce, in the above entitled court, by said plaintiff, Arthur Simmons, on the ground of abandonment of plaintiff, contrary to law, for one year next preceding the filing of the petition in the above entitled action, and that she must answer the petition filed by plaintiff in said action on or before the 13th day of April, A. D. 1918, or said petition will be taken as true, and a judgment or decree for plaintiff, adjudging and decreeing a divorce to him from you, upon the above mentioned ground as alleged in said petition, will be rendered in said action accordingly. D. E. HENDERSON, Attorney for Plaintiff. In the District Court of Wyandotte County $ _{2} $ Kansas. PUBLICATION NOTICE 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 22nd day of April, 1918, the petition filed will be presented to the court, and evidence introduced, upon which a judgment will be rendered, the nature of which will be a decree, dissolving the Home Phone West 1619 Bell West 1131 Se Ee a eA ar a Se en Ee ae ea ee a ee Raga a Sa chr Al Sa a foe im cit hh eat Syeseiey ioe. ates alt be " Eee 2 3 i a os = 2 LR ER OEE RR RTE OER OEY Pe et eT at ITVIADVOGATE or SOMO mi a 5 1 Pe — —. ey = gee ae eae ene RAPSARL CITY ADVOCATES 0 | ORS 11 MIME Te OR REE eee Chey ae oS ae aR re a oh milo 2 a i cy Tos ss - - 4 i cn p Baie og ate BS oe ws ‘ za. - oa t é — eagles SO Linh ie tea Se immanent, vc sasbbas SOE ss tin Eo ne a ee eae tes pars Y eo ae Seog a ae aarrtations Bind seh a Y ind se Sf eo OD i nual ee ONES v RF Rae Py Dark or Brown Skin Can be Made Whiter Pimples and black-heads can be removed— rough and “ashy” skin can be made as smooth as velvet. 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Donotaccept substitutes. Insist on the original DR. FRED PALMER'S SKIN WHITENER and DR. FRED PALMER'S SKIN WHITENER SOAP. The price has not advanced. Itis25ceach. At your druggist or sent direct upon receipt of the price. MANUFACTURED BY | JACQBS’ PHARMACY CO. Atlanta, Ga. [o___-___AGENTS WANTED————— WRITE FOR OUR LIBERAL TERMS > | “CITIZENS FORUM Farmers’ Day was celebrated at the Forum at its last meeting at the Metro- politan Temple. President Buster was ou time and the audience was entertained with the following fprogram: Music, “*Our Country;’? Prayér, Mr, W. Miller; Music, ‘‘Liberty;’? Current Events, Miss Sarah E. Calloway, W. U., good. Selec- ton, Tutt Male Quartet, Messrs Tutt, Spalding, Armstrong and Walker, em ‘cored with an ovation. Piano Solo, Miss ‘Wilma Dwiggins, good. Address, ‘‘In- ducements Farniing Offers to Men,’? Mr. E. 8. Harvey, Lawrence, Kas., President tof the Kaw Valley Farmers’ Instruw, at was the most practical and most needed talk our race has ever had at the Forum. He is like our great Booker T, Washing- ton, about the necessity and independence of farm life to any race, yet in its prim- itive state. He said in part: The joan ‘who makes his living from horticulture or truck farming must combine scientific methods and common sense; and be a chemist, geologist, botanist, machinist and electrician’? Health is the heritage of the farmer. City dwellers pay dearly for its congestion and in it many lives are wrecked. The farm has greater spir- itual advantages, as one can see more of Nature and therefore commune with God. The farm home is not only a shelter, but a business, where’ one can have something for their children to do, and therefore make good men and wo- men. The cost of living is less, and the farmer works for himself. ‘On the farm there are no black vegetables, black skinned stock, etc, therefore when you have things to sell, as wheat, potatoes, et&, people of all races need it and will buy it of you. His closing admonition was for the young people of our race to get land, study, work and be good citi- zens and a credit to our race. ‘The ovation and applause was so great it was reechoed in the dome of the Tem- - gle. The quartet gave another selection and vas recalled. A letter from our richest man, Mr. J. G. Groves, was read, regretting his in ability to attend on account of illness. Messr¢ Booth Smith, C. Jenkins and 0, Calhoun took up the finance and Messrs Calhoun and P. Lewis acted as ushers, The following lauded and discussed the paper: Prof. Gregg, Mrs. Joties, Mis Ruth Bradley, Mrs. F. Morris, Mr. Willis Prof. Neely and Mrs. Oliver, Judge Bradley emphasized the words of our de ceased greatest leader, Dr. B. Washing: ton, ‘‘Back to the Farm.’? Dr. Harvey and Mr. Carson, another wealthy mar from Lawrence, also coincided with the slogan, ‘‘Get hold of land.?? The Bas solo, by Mr. Spalding was very classica’ and the quartet and critie’s report close¢ the execellent program. Dr. S. H. Thompson will be one of the principal speakers at the Forum nex! Sunday, March 17th, and the Westerr University Orchestra and Chorus will sing The following Sunday will be ‘‘Garder Day,?? at Metropolitan Temple. Prof. King introduced Judge Clark, o Lawrence, Mr. Henry of Baldwin, als _ Mr. Carson, Dr. Harvey and Mr. E, § Harvey of Lawrence, Miss Etta Kelley W. U. Messrs Wm. Montgomery anc Mobily contributed to current events. Tiny Ruth Gayden and littl: Mayday Gayden opened the quotations, = De. W. Dwiggins and Mr. Mobily so- cared the mumbers on the program. Next Sunday there wiil be memorial services for the late Dr, Kealing. Prof. Jackson with W, U, students will furnish the music, All are invited. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH. **Paul’s Voyage to Rome: His Vision. The Spipwreck and Rescue,’ was the sub- ject of the pastor, Rev. W. A. Bowren, Sunday morning. Rev. Bowren deliver- ed his sermon with some striking meta- phors in his usual style to a large and interested audience. The text was the 27th Chapter of Acts. We are glad to notice that the congregation, and espe- cially the choir, are complying with the desire of the Pastor and those good la- dies of the sewing circle in getting to eburch on time. Service began promptly at 11 o’clock and closed at 12:30 Sun- ay morning. We are waking up. Let us all help and do it cheerfully and in 2 broad-minded, unselfish manner. The night service bas always been rather ex- act, rarely ever holding later than 9:30. The collection for the day was very good for which we thank all. " A welcome is ever extended to every: one at First Baptist. The rally bands are faithfully doing some good work, The meeting nights weekly are: Thurs day , evening 8 o’clock sharp, the Odds, ‘Mrs. Bailey, general. Friday evening, § o’clock sharp, the Evens, Mrs, Lena Downs, general. ! I wish to emphasize the time, 8 o’clock sharp. Please be there in the lecture room at that time, so that we can close in a good, sensible time. Let us consiger time as essentially important as the other matters of business. Let us be knows now and go down in history as being a church which does ait things on time, yet in an earnest, quiet, business-like manner. Remember—‘TIME.’’ BLANCHE BROOKS, C. E. Dr. Berry, of New York, who came from Lincoln, Nebr., here, is superintend- ent of Evangelistic work of white end colored Baptists. Ho was surprised and delighted with the members’ work and beauties of the Metropolitan Temple and its music. Rev. D, A. Holmes preached the anni- \ersary sermon at 11 a m. for Rev. Ba. cote at Second Baptist church, Kansas City, Mo., the largest colored church west of the Mississippi. The Society Editor received a special invitation from Rev. Bacote to attend, but to hear Dr, Berry. Not 1¢ to Pay : a Anak, Bie a” Magen eit ey ‘and hugh serade hnings Itwen’t cost cs ene cont. We simply ask youtoshow Bib, it to your trendysnd recommend ayy Y time, No Extra Charges 5 yh ra of any kind— Al tha 6 4: Alia! A wtries, peg tope, double ‘ea breasted patch pockets, pearl a cy yy ‘buttons, all the new and nifty ated WA finishings—Everything FREE. fis ‘EARN $40 TO $0 | Prieae WA WEEK tno. crere | Pica gaslest thing in the world. | ie) \ Sinict ook cm pauline Bowe big offer. Evenif seu er2an Big BA | akot or tater tient 1 big \ “tis nce"an tao boccl W (e olfer ever made, A 4 DONT WAIT! DONT CSLATE 8 ffi, Drop us aline st exce. Wo 57 Poersntee SPENCER MEAD CG, Dent. 1155. CHICESS HEAD CO, __ Dent. 115%. CHICESS a __=& LODGE HALLS AND STORE RO OMS FOR RENT F ity Buildi . 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Brethren, the fight 1s on and and, the churcheas well as this great gov- ernment of ours is preparing soldiers to battle against the m{sconstruction of the great and wonderful plan of salvation, Through much teaching we must win a victory for God, and His Christ. How, are we ‘o do it? By training teachers that may know how and what to teach, And in order to do this we are asking every pastor to see to dt that there is a teacher training class organized in his church, And at any time you should need my services in organizing I ehall be glad to come to you or answer any ques- tion you wish to ask. G. A. TERRY PHOTOGRAPHER —STUDIO— 1615 North 9th Street, K. C., K. Bell, West 3878J. Portratts, Enlargements, Post Cards, Frames, etc, Water Colors and Natural Color Photos a Spe. clalty. PICTURES MADE AT YOUR HOME, Satisfaction Guaranteed. Poro Har . Dressing MANICURING—SINGING Face Massage. Ins‘antaeous Face Bleaching Instructions. Hattie Wiley, 329 Parallel Ave. Beli West 2878. ‘The first trdatment of PORO given FREE for 30 days by Mrs. A. B. Holt, 934 Bverett avenue. Bell, West 2955. —— _—_— A GREAT BANKRUPT SALE OF GENT’S FURNISHINGS, SHOES, AND IN FACT EVERYTHING TO WEAR, AT 507 MINNESOTA AVE. | Mrs. Susie Williams at the ¥. has been somewhat indisposed. This veteran, 8 “3. 4 Lamphore, was adaicted to a. fi trcendve Noe oars re for many years. ew FAG) to cuit tut nosdel edu: ene ‘thing to help him. kes; He laarned of a free boek eon that telle about tobacco P co Baim, habit and how to conquer it Beets, copy, sad salir. In areeent lotier he whiten: “Thave no desire for tobscoo any more. I feel Iie’ new maa.” Anyone dasiring a copy of this book on tobacco habit, smoking aad chewing, caa, ieee, Porte ‘by writing to Edward J. Woods, WB S16, Slatin 8 New York Clty, You will be surpried and pleased. Loo for quite aerves, stronger heart, better digestion, improved eye- ght, increased vigor, longer hfe and other advantages f'you quit poisoning ‘yourself. _ Presiding Elder J. T. Sosith and wifd stopped with Mr. and Mrs, Newman on North Sixth street while here taking cara ot his work of his second Quarterly meet’ ing and conference, = | Alpha Art club.met at the Y. W. ©. A. last Friday. Bell Phone, West 3227 BF. V. HAYS ~ BOULEVARD DRY GOODS Co. x A Good Shoe Store ! 1728 Quindaro Boulevard KANSAS CITY, KANSAS Bell Phone W. 424 Res. 1407 N. 8th Bt, ‘ Luella Green NOTARY PUBLIC | 516 Minn. Ave, K.C. K. SUGAR BOWL We Do Our Baking Bread--Cakes--Pies | WwW edding Gakes We Make Our Candies SUGAR BOWL 720 Minn. Ave. os | Eyes Examined Glasses Fitted F. G, WAHLENMAIER REFRAGTING EYE SPECIALIST 746 Minnesota Ave. Kansas City, Kansas | . W.. T. 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"PROMPT AND EFFICIENT SERVICE DAY AND NIGHT. 415 Minnesta Ave. KANSAS CITY, KANSAS. ; “That Clean” — LADIES’ ‘AND GENTS TAILOR. aig VP SP ae ING, = - Baits Cleaned and Preased $1.00 “ bes Sxtts Sponged and Pressed 7 ae AtL WORK REASONABLE. ——_ 2 , Cleaning, Pressing and [agg : Repalring. | i A ° WE: USE THE HoFF-MAM Poor METHOD, &s Z / es ~~) = Boll Phone, West es2, GANTTARY FIRST. 1608 N. Sth st Ko, mK niebddiiiiieeeiniammmemn cic eee sc METROPOLITAN TEMPLE, By M. ©. M. ' ‘The fulpit of this renowned Temple was filled Sunday morning with Dr. Berry a white evangelist from New York City. He was introduced by Rev. Alva Eoys- ton and preached from Mark 2:5, He had tke choir select a hymn that the whole congregation could sing and be benefitted. They selected, ‘‘Higher Ground,’? then Christ’s spirit entered the Temple. He then began his wonderful discourse, part of which was ‘That when the four men took the man sick with the palsy and let him down through the rdbf where Christ was, when Jesus saw their faith, He said, ‘Thy sins be forgiven thee.’ ’? Real, practical faith pleases Christ. As goon ts one accepts Christ, it is a fundamental lew, an axiom, that they should go after others. Fathers and mothers should train their children in the word of God and rot depend entirely on the Sunday schools to do it. Put theology into action. There is a corner for everyone to do something just as those four men took their corners | | - LODGE NOTICES EUREKA LODGE NO. 2. "LO. Band &. of C. “Busy Bee.” Meeting nights Ist and 3rd Monday, 314 Nebraska Ave. * ; ||. SAMUEL Dices, wW. H.C. MARY SMITH, W.S. \ . s a in carrying the sick man to Jesus, Get rid of selfishness, egotism, covetocsness, ete. God wants us to live and work that we can inspire others to have faith in His word. +e Some have thought they could not en- joy preaching of other races as well as of their own, but the large congregation en- joyed Dr. Berry’s fine sermon and gave vent to the Spirit by weeping audibly and silently; also sanctioning by amens. Mr. James Ford head deacon, saw Mr. Morgan who is yet ill, but was present, and found he wanted to speak. Mr. Morgan being spiritually aroused with the great sermon. He made beautiful Christian re- marks. The congregation gave this sick mam over $10. All went from church Praising this most excellent but simple sermon. At the evening service Pastcr Holmes preached well from Luke 16:5 and some united with the church. The collection vas about $70. At this writing Dr. D. A. Holmes is reported sick at home. We hope he'll be able to fill his pulpit Sunday. EVERYBODY 1s TALKING ABOUT THE 4TH ANNUAL KNIFE AND FORK BANQUET. WATCH FOR THE DATE {N MARCH. ee eee FURNISHED ROOMS FOR RENT. Nice furnished rooms, all modern, but bath, close to street car- fine, Good neighborhood. Price reasonable. Mrs. A. G. Holder, 202 Stewart. , i “ ks ne dm Ree BE Authorities Will Put Stop to Practice Too Long Prevalent In the Virgin Islands. The American officials of the Virgin islands have taken steps to deal with the novel but serious crime of obeah, which has long been practiced in the islands. Matilda Francois has been arrested and incarcerated as an obeah woman, and announcement has been made that prompt action will be taken by the Americans to show that this wicked and shameful practice must cease. The obeah is a sort of first cousin of the voodoo of darkest Africa, which is said to be still practiced in the interior of Hayti, and which has not been entirely stamped out in other islands of the West Indies group. The obeah man or woman sets up as a sort of witch doctor professing to cure all ills by use of charms, to be skilled in the preparation of love philters, and of concoctions that are believed to be certain to bring harm to the enemy of the victim who pays. Superstition still has such strong hold on the minds of those who believe in obeah that they pay their good money and protect them in court until obeah cases at times have become the bane of officials. Often convictions are only brought about through deep-lald plots and skillful work on the part of the police. SUCH A SMART BROTHER But It Is Entirely Probable Sister Did Not Appreciate His Peculiar Form of Wit. A young lady in Lakewood is of the opinion that she is grown up—in which opinion she is not encouraged either by her parents or her older brother. She is fifteen, brother is sixteen. She thinks that young men should be allowed to call on her in the evening; brother jeers, parents shake their heads. Finally the girl's mother consented to her having a certain approved boy call, provided he came on a Friday evening. And the excited damsel called the favored youth up on the phone and imparted the glad news. It is presumed that the young man (he was all of eighteen years old) spent a good deal of time at his toilet that evening—certainly the young lady took great care of hers. She was still priming when the swain rang the doorbell. Brother answered. "Ah," began the caller, clearing his throat. "Is Miss Jones at home?" "Come in," answered Brother, equivocally. Then he went to the foot of the stairs and called— "Molly! Quit cuttin' paper dolls an' come downstairs. One of your playmates wants to see you!"—Cleveland Plain Dealer. In 1815, an Italian, named Blanconi, started the first coaching company in Ireland, running long cars over various regular routes. Long cars soon became the safest and most reliable means of traveling over Ireland, and Blanconi turned rich and prosperous. Writing in or about 1842, Mr. and Mrs. Hall, who have written much of Ireland, tell us that "persons of the highest respectability" used the long cars for traveling. At this time, although these cars passed through 128 towns, they had not made their way into the north of Ireland. The cars varied considerably in size, requiring from one to four horses. The fare, even over the rockiest roads in the West, was twopence farthing a mile. The Halls carefully explain that passengers were provided with "dry and comfortable horsehair cushions and aprons" and that, in wet weather, the long cars over journeyed more than two stages without changing the cushions. Eucalyptus Valuable Tree. Eucalyptus will grow under many adverse conditions, so long as they are protected from frost. The young trees cannot stand frost, and this fact has restricted the growth of the species to certain favorable sections of California and the Southwest. On the other hand, the trees will thrive on very poor soil and they do not require very much attention. Some of the largest commercial plantations, maintained by railroad companies for ticemaking purposes, are located along the shores of the Pacific ocean near San Diego, where their principal moisture comes from the heavy fogs that roll in from the sea, and which are absorbed by the leaves. Pecullar Pronunciation. The pronunciation of English proper names is established arbitrarily and independent of ordinary rules. In England they pronounce the name of the poet Cowper, Cooper; that of Lord Cockburn, a former chief justice, Coburn; that of Earl Cholmondeley, an English general and poet, Chumly Marjoribanks is pronounced Marchbanks, and Bollingbroke is Bullingbrook. The name of Hawarden castle, where Gladstone died, is pronounced Harden, and that of Colonel St. Leger, who served in the revolutionary war, is pronounced Silljer. When Letters Were a Luxury. In our modern speed of railroad travel, and the consequent facilities in the transmission of mail matter all over the civilized world, it is well enough to look back to the time when letter writing was a luxury indulged in only by a few, and communication between friends at a distance well nigh an impossibility. In its first application the word "post" meant a courier or carrier of messages. Emery, Bird, Thayer Company KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI $12.50, Wonder New Spring Suits $12.50 $12.50, Wonder New Spring Suits $12.50 If you can't afford to pay WAR PRICES for your NEW SPRING suit—buy it at the WONDER, 524 Minnesota Ave. Direct From Maker to Wearer You get value, service and fit for your money here. Let your good judgment decide. $12.50, Wonder New Spring Suits $12.50 MOST OF BOOKS BEAR SIMPLE LOVABLE INSCRIPTION, "FROM MOTHER." ARRANGEMENTS MADE AT LAT- TER CAMP FOR "CONCES- SION THEATER." Camp Funston, March 14.—Over $1, 200 worth of Smilage coupons from Camp Funston arrived yesterday at the Smilage office of the war depar- ment commission on training camp activities. The coupons made a great hit with the boys, who used them in the usual soldier style, blowing them right in on admissions to the movies and theater in the concession zone inside the camp limits. As expected by the Smileage Council, the boys who received the books shared up with those who did not. Hundreds of books came back intact, with the names on the covers. "From Mother" was the most general inscription. Every non-com was given his title—as Corporal J. Allen and Sergeant A. B. Regis. The folks back home are certainly pround of their boys who are wearing the chevrons. Lawton, Okla., March 14. At Camp Donliphan arrangements have been made for a "concession theater" in addition to the theater auditorium run by the Smilage Council. The emergency construction division of the quartermaster's department issued the plans some days ago to teh camp construction uartermaster. It tqakes only four to eight days to erect the standardized auditorium and Smilage coupons will be used at both theaters as soon as they are completed. Vaudeville companies are ready, prepared to go to the camp at once and give the boys a laugh, which will drive away all the blues, and that lonely feeling round the heart that comes from from some one. Mrs. Edna Ford went to Lincoln, Neb., and attended the funeral of her brother's wife, Mrs. Lou Stevenson-Hale. We sympathize with Mrs. Ford and Mr. Stevenson and all relatives. Today America is a crusader for right for our own national rights and for the rights of all just nations. You and I, being Americans, are comrades, in this great crusade. That does not mean that we are guests at a pink tea; crusaders do not drop dead if a speck of dust alights on a patent leather shoe. With high hearts and holy joy they meet discomfort, wounds and death. McClea 733 Bell, W. 364 1918 WHAT WIL A Stack of W No need now to ask whether oil and water can-mix. We know that autocracy and democracy cannot exist side by side any longer in a world grown small. Autocracy must cease to be, in order that democracy may be safe; or democracy must perish in order that autocracy may conduct bloody forays of conquest at will. Americans, our nation has a vast, peaceful land. It was organized for peace and suddenly it has been driven to war. War, we are told, is Hell, but we at home do not suffer that Hell. At the worst we face discomfort and temporary annoyances due to sudden shifting to war conditions. These things are inevitable. Let us not whine. Let us meet all with a high heart, with eager courage and with brave cheerfulness. This is the big job today. The Relief club of Douglass hospital met at the Y, Tuesday afternoon. We are glad to see Mrs. Curry, wife of Prof. Curry, able to be out again. Mrs. Hicks, at 832 Washington, has been very sick, but is better. Mr. T. S. Booker at 723 Everett, is very sick, yet. Mr. Thomas on Everett avenue, is some better, now. Mr. Belle, of 921 Washington boulevard was in from Seattle, Wash., this week. Mr. S. Robinson of Parsons, Kansas, visited his father-in-law, Mr. Williams, over Sunday. Weeks Away ready 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 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. 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. 5-room vottage, 34 feet; $1,500; $100 down, $12 per month and interest; city water, electric lights, gas, cistern and coal house. 4-room cottage, 331-3 feet; electric light, city water, cistern and coal house, $1,350; $100 down, $10 per month and interest. 5-room cottage, 50 feet; city water, gas, electric light, coal house; $2,000; $200 down, $12 per month and interest. 7-room stucco house, 50 feet; gas, cistern, grape arbor, coal house, $1,400; $50 down, $12 per month and interest. 4-room cottage, 25 feet; $850; $25 down, $8 per month and interest. All these bargains are close in and on paved streets. 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. 3 4-room houses, $500 each. $50 down, $8.00 per month and interest. 2 5-room houses, $650. $50 down, $8 per month and interest. Close in. City water. 3 4-room houses $650. $8 per month and interest. Close in. MONEY TO LOAN ON IMPROVED CITY PROPERTY Fire and Cyclone Insurance. Let Us Write That Next Policy for You. G e McClelland & Son 733 Minnesota Ave. Kansas City, Kas. THE ADVOCATE DELIVERED TO YOUR ADDRESS EVERY WEEK FOR ONLY 15 CTS PER MONTH. 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 cigar; also sit down and rest. Sharpen Your Pencil. Ve Sell Mme. Walker's Goods Shoemaker CLARKSON Shoe Repairing and Full Line of Rubbers and Shoes End of Quindaro Car Line THE MOUTHPIECE AND DEFENCE FOR FIFTEEN THOUSAND NEGROES IN KANSAS CITY, KANSAS. Dr. L. C. Snell 7th and Quindaro Blvd. Over Jones' Drug Store. Bell West 4151. Home West 566. Kansas City, Kans. FOR SALE Business Directory Office, Suite 32 Stubbs Building Bell Phone West 939 Residence 622 Troup Avenue Bell Phone West 1520 D. E. HENDERSON Attorney-at-Law KANSAS CITY, KANSAS Bell Ph West 1864 Bell Ph Grand 1413 J. GUY BOOKER Attorney-at-Law 514 Minnesota Avenue Kansas City, Kansas 1419 East 18th Street Kansas City, Mo. Bell Phone West 3866. E. A. SHACKELFORD. ATTORNEY-AT-LAW. 511 Minnesota Avenue. KANSAS CITY, KANSAS. J. A. WILSON is Kansas City's Pioneer Negro Jeweler. RELIABLE JEWELRY 1616 W. 9th St. K. C., Mo. Bell Phone M. 6243R. Bell Phone 424 West. DORSEY GREEN, Attorney and Counselor at Law. 515 Minnesota Avenue. KANSAS CITY, KANSAS Bell, W. 2835. I. F. BRADLEY LAWYER 721 Minnesota Avenue, Rooms5 and 6 DENTIST Bell Phone W. 1864 DR. MARION COTTEN, DENTIST 514 Minnesota Avenue KANSAS CITY, KANSAS H. W. HILL. Dealer in Staple and Fancy Groceries, Dry Goods and Notions. Bell Phone, 385 West. 2702 North Sherman St. TRANSFER CO. Home Phone West, 473 Bell Phone West 247. Mr. T. S: Booker is still sick. Mrs. Hartzel visited Mrs. F. Morris this week. A GREAT BANKRUPT SALE OF GENT'S FURNISHINGS, SHOES, AND IN FACT EVERYTHING TO WEAR, AT 507 MINNESOTA AVE. Mr. Charles Williams of 1309 North Tenth street, is quite sick. His many warm friends wish for a restoration of his health. Mr. Eugene Manns, of Chicago, was in the city this week on business of considerable importance. Mrs. Jennings, assistant matron of the Orhpans' Home, accompanied by her two children, left Friday for Illinois to remain indefinitely. Mrs. Butler on Freeman has been ill with the la gippe for the past two weeks but is somewhat improved at the present. MissHattie A. Moore Poro Hair Dresser 402 Nebraska Ave. Bell Phone West 4354J. THE EYE OF GOD All Work Guaranteed Kassel Jewelry Co. 548 Minnesota Ave. Kansas City Kansas 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. LET THE ADVOCATE FIGURE ON YOUR NEXT JOB WORK. CORNER OF STATE AND 5TH ST. BELL WEST 800, HOME WEST 95. Business Directory TOM CROWDER TRANSFER CO. Does a General Moving, Packing, Ship- ping and Storage Business. Office 412 Minnesota Ave. A. J. HILL Groceries, Meats, Dry Goods and Notions. Corner 11th and Freeman Ave. KANSAS CITY KANSAS Bell, West 433 Office Phone Bell West 380 Residence 1321 N. 8th St. Bell Phone 361 West S. H. THOMPSON, M. D. Office 1512 N. 5th Street Bell Phone, West 3711 Office Hours: 8 to 11 A. M., 2 to 5 P. M. At Night DR. LEE R. PETTY Physician and Surgeon 516 Minnesota Ave. SALINA, KANSAS. Stop at D. L. Taylor's Home. Modern conveniences. Everything satisfactory. A few steps from Union Station. 344 North 9th St. Bell Phone, West 2476W PLAYERS, PIANOS, GRAFANOLAS VICTROLAS, THE PATHE PHONE Butler & Son Prices less. Deal with proprietors. No high salaries, commissions, big rents, great advertising bills for you to help pay. Kansas City, Kansas SANTAL CAPSULES MIDY CATARRH of the BLADDER relieved in 24 HOURS Each Cap-sule bears the name MIDY SHERIFF'S SALE. State of Kansas, District Court, County of Wyandotte, ss. S. T. Thomas and Cora L. Thomas, Plaintiffs, Under and by virtue of an Order of Sale issued by the Clerk of the District Court in and for the said County of Wyandotte, in a certain cause in said Court numbered 6610A wherein the parties above named were respectively plaintiffs and defendants, and to me the undersigned, Sheriff of said County directed, I will offer for sale, at public auction, and sell to the highest bidder, for cash in hand, at the front door of the Cquart House in the City of Kansas City, in said County, on Monday the 1st day of April A. D., 1918, at 10 o'clock A. M. of said day, the following described Real Estate situate in the County of Wyandotte and State of Kansas, towit: Lots thirty (30) and thirty-one (31) in block forty-one (41) in the former City of Wyandotte, now a part of Kansas City, in Wyandotte County, Kansas. JOHN A. WOLFE, Sheriff of Wyandotte County Kansas. (First publication March 1st, 1918.) Mrs. J. F. Griffin, wife of Dr. Griffin, 1930 North Sixth, has been confined to the house this week with illness, with a severe attack of rheumatism. FREE $1 G. S. Is guaranteed for one bottle to benefit any case of pellagra, rheumatism, eczema, scrofula 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 same 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 testimonials. L. M. GROSS 721 Spring Street LTTLE ROCK . ARK JOHN A. WOLEE.