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Hear Emmet J.Scott HOME AND FOREIGN MISSIONARY BOARD OF A. M. E. CHURCH MEETS EXTRA THEEAGLE STORE 507 MINNESOTA AVENUE Bought The "Guest's" Shoe Store at Clay Center, Kansas, at a Great Redu- tion. Now is your Chance to Buy Shoes at ALMOST YOUR OWN PRICE. A. B. DEUTCH, MANAGER. KANS Vol. 3 Twelve Mo Hear E HOME AND F MISSIONARY A. M. E. CHU New York City. "If there was ever a time that we should do real aggressive missionary work it is now," declared Dr. J. Rankin, secretary of the Home and Foreign Missionary Department of the African Methodist Episcopal church, in his annual report made before the board of managers Wednesday, April 24, held in the headquarters of Bible House. The board was presided over by Bishop J. Albert Johnson, D. D., and associated with him were bishops W. W. Beckett and I. N. Ross. The following members were present and took part in the meeting: Revs. R. J. Williams, of Philadelphia; E. H. Hunter, Portsmouth; Va.; J. P. Q. Wallace, Richmond, Ind.; N. C. Buren, St. Joseph, Mo.; W. O. P. Sherman, Fitzgerald, Ga.; D. H. Johnson, Abbeville, S. C.; Charles E. Brooks, Covington, La.; H. N. Newsome, Selma, Ala.; C. W. Abbington, Dallas, Texas; S. A. Harris, Sanford, Fla.; C. R. Tucker, Tulsa, Okla.; C E. Allen, Detroit, Mich.; Mesdames Mary F. Handy, Baltimore, Md., and S. G. Simmons, Charleston, S. C. Following the opening, and the introduction of visitors, Bishop Johnson delivered a short address and was followed by the report of Secretary J. W. Rankin, which was considered one of the greatest reports ever made by any secretary. HOOVER APPEALS TO NEGROES Our nation is engaged in a war for its very existence. To win this war we must save food, grow great crops of foodstuffs and substitute other foods for those most easily shipped to our associates in this war and our own soldiers in France, thousands of whom are men of your own race. The Food Administration realizes that the Negro people of this nation can be of utmost help in food conservation and food production. Every Negro man, woman and child can render a definite service by responding to the appeal and instructions of the Food Administration and its representatives. The Negroes have shown themselves loyal and responsive in every national crisis. Their greatest opportunity of the present day, to exercise this loyalty, is to help save and grow food. I am confident that they will respond to the suggestions of the Food Administration and thus prove again their patriotism for the winning of this war. HERBERT HOVER. · 500 PERFORMERS AT CONVENTION HALL FRIDAY, MAY 10th. READ ABOUT IT ON FRONT PAGE OF THIS PAPER. PROF. A. D. DELANEY / A native Ohioan, is very ill at Charity Hospital, 813 Valley street, Hot Springs, Ark., and in need of financial assistance, according to the Waxahachie (Tex.) Meddler. If memory serves us right, he is the son of the famous Major Martin R. Delaney. EXT THEEAGE 507 MINNESO Bought The "G Clay Center, Kansa Dr. Rankin has made a special study of the work of missions, for he has not only had repost from the fields, but has visited foreign work, and devotes much of his time in looking after home work. He is considered an authority on missionary work for the race, and has gotten out several books for the study of missions. The foreign work of the church embraces South and West Africa, Hayti, South America, and all the West Indian islands. While the work in the islands of the sea were holding their own, the secretary said that the inability to rebuild St. Paul church at Port-au-Prince had been a little drawback which he hoped would be met in the near future. The collection for the fiscal year ending March 31, 1918, amounted to $56,388.96, and for the work the expenditures had been $52-822.66, leaving a balance of $3,566.30. Bishop W. W. Beckett made a special appeal for the work in South Africa, while Bishop I. N. Roza told of the special needs of Africa. The day that he was to open conference was the day that the German submarine shelled the capital, Monrovia, and on that account there had been considerable suffering in West Africa. Special efforts will be made throughout the church to help the work. Resolutions were adopted commendning the efficient services of Dr. Rankin. May 8th, Wednesday 8 p.m. Orchestra concert. May 9th, Friday 8 p.m. Graduating piano recital. May 10th, Thursday 8 p.m. Exercises by theological department. May 12th, Sunday 8 p.m. baccalaureate sermon by Bishop H. B. Parks. May 12th, Sunday 7:30 p.m. Address to religious and literary societies. May 13th, Monday 8 p.m. Class night exercises—class of 1918. May 14th, Tuesday 8 p. m. Industrial demonstration. May 14th, Tuesday 2 p. m. Field day games. May 15th, Wednesday 10 a.m. Meeting of the University Board of Trustees. Exhibits in all departments. May 15th, Wednesday 1 p. m. Field day games. Prize drills. May 15th, Wednesday, 8. p. m. Oratorical contest for M. B. Vaughn gold medal. Annual address by Prof. G. B. Buster, Sumner High School, Kansas City, Kans., and reception of Alumni Association, R. H. Brown, president. May 16th, Thursday, 2:30 p. m. 22nd annual commencement exercises. Note: The public is cordially invited to attend any and all of these exercises. Programs are free. SHELTON FRENCH, Vice-President. N. A. A. C. P. Partial report last Friday night, 486. We have just begun. The city is surrendering lovely. Join now. Campaign continues. Lincoln High School at Convention Hall KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI. MAY 10, 1918 ANNUAL CADET DRILL AND GIRLS' PHYSICAL TRAINING EXHIBITION PAGEANT—“THE SPIRIT OF 1918.” 500 STUDENTS IN ACTION SEATS: 0 BOX SEATS (10 Seats to a box).....$5.00 for a box (Boxes reserved only on full payment.) On sale at Lincoln High School. 4,000 SEATS, Arena Balcony.....25c each (not reserved) 2,000 SEATS, Upper Balcony.....15c each (not reserved) All Prices Include War Tax TICKETS—Except box seats on sale at Paseo Y. M. C. A., at Drug Stores, and also in the hands of High School Students. PROCEEDS—Above Expenses to be added to amount raised last year for a PRINTING OUTFIT. S.W.GREEN SAFE LEADER EVIDENCES OF PROGRESS IN MATERIAL AFFAIRS—CHANCELLOR S. W. GREEN HELPING TO, SOLVE OUR ECONOMIC PROBLEMS—PYTHIAN TEMPLE NOW OUT OF DEBT—A TRIBUTE TO NEGRO THRIFT AND ENTERPRISE. A short while ago, under the leadership of Supreme Chancellor S. W. Graeen, a celebration was held in New Orleans. The beautiful Knights of Pythias Temple was paid out of debt, and the significant fact brought the two races in New Orleans much closer together—for this temple cost a great deal of money—in all $200,000; and money, you know, has the magic charm of bringing to pass good-will MR. S. W. GREEN Supreme Chancellor of the Knights of Pythias. and friendliness where other things fail. The prompt discharge of financial obligations promotes a certain kind of confidence that is enduring. Moreover, the success of this enterprise in New Orleans was due from the start to the cordial co-operation of the bankers of that city. This cooperation was the result of the faith which these bankers have in the integrity of the leader of the movement. His business ability is well known—his faithfulness and prudence have been well tested in the estimation of the best commercial circles—he is re- garded as a substantial citizen. Mr. Green is one of the outstanding, dominating personalities among the Negroes in the United States. He is the Supreme Chancellor of the Knights of Pythias of North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa and Australia. His manly attitude on all questions, his plain speech, his honest methods, his unassuming manners, have conspired to make him a great power among the Knights of Pythias. He is obviously one of the safest leaders the race has produced, and it is fortunate that thinking men in the ranks of the order have long since agreed that he is equal to every responsibility, and every duty the fraternity imposes upon him. Mr. Green's home and headquarters are located at New Orleans, La. In this great city he is highly respected and honored byal lclasses; he is held in high regard by the bankers and business men of his community—the real test of the character and standing of the individual. It was through his influence that the bankers of New Orleans advanced the K. of P. $75,000 to finish and equip the great $200,000 Pythian Temple which was erected in that metropolis a few years ago. These influential business men assured him that as long as he was at the head of the order in New Orleans they would protect the financial interests of the organization—paying him the compliment of their fullest confidence-in his business ability, fidelity, acumen and sagacity. At the last meeting of the Supreme Lodge at St. Louis, Mo., it was clearly demonstrated that the order has made wonderful progress under the guidance of Chancellor Green. The sessions were the most successful it has held in its history and the entire convention was conducted under the most favorable conditions—harmony and concord characterized every day's session. At the election of officers there was practically no opposition to the slate and the old officers were reelected. This was also true of the women's department, the Courts of Calanthe, and likewise the Uniform Rank. The entire regime of the present offices has been marked by the most singular prosperity and no little degree of credit is due the presiding genius of the order for keeping and maintaining this splendid condition. Chancellor Green first joined the Knights of Pythias in 1883, when in the month of July of that year, as a charter member, he helped to form Tensas Lodge No. 21. He is the pride of Louisiana, the state in which he HOWARD UNIVERSITY TO BE ANNEX TO WEST POINT ARMY SCHOOL Washington Bureau. Special to The Kansan. The trustees of Howard University have issued a circular stating that the university will close May 8, to make the building ready for military school for 300 soldiers to be assigned there for training along special lines. A contract has been signed by the trustees with the War Department to that was born. He has served as Grand Chancellor in the state from 1892 to the present time, declining the office for two years, 1897-98; but being re-elected in 1899, he has been continued in that office ever since. He succeeded S. W. Starks in 1908 as Supreme Chancellor and was elected to that office in 1909, and has been re-elected at every session since. The Supreme Lodge meets in convention every two years. At the last convention held in St. Louis, over 4,000 uniform rank members were encamped, while fully 10,000 delegates and friends attended the sessions. Twenty-four grand lodges from as many states were represented and the military parade, the climax to the convention, was pronounced one of the most impressive and beautiful ever witnessed in walk of life lined the streets and apSt. Louis. Crowds of people in every plauded the Knights as they passed by. The competitive drill, which took place at night in the great Coliseum, attracted a crowd that filled the building to its utmost capacity. Take it by and large, this convention aided the Colored people in making favrable sentiment and will long linger in the minds of the people as indicating the dignity and self-respect of a class struggling for fair play and justice. At this convention the illuminating facts were brought out that the resources of the Knights of Pythias amount to $1,770,000 in cash and property. Eleven magnificent Grand Lodge temples have been erected, ranging in value from $25,000 to over $200,000; while many temples owned by local lodges run into large New Orleans' La., Costing 200,000. investments. The Supreme Lodge owns a row of brick flats in Chicago valued at nearly. $50,000, a bath house and sanitarium at Hot Springs, Arkansas, valued at $22,000 and other valuable property. At the last session, the Supreme Lodge was authorized to erect in Chicago a temple to cost $200,000. No. 45 May 5th NIVERSITY NEX TO WEST ARMY SCHOOL effect and it is said that the institution will be ready by May 15th to the men along special lines designated. It is gratifying to know that Hon. Robert, H. Terrell has been confirmed again as judge of the District Courts by the Senate of the United States. Mr. Ferrell is among our ablest leaders and it is well known here that he has made a splendid record in the judicial line, and wears the ermine with dignity and honor. T. M. D. The following statement from his official report shows the growth and financial resources of the order at the present time: Number of lodges July, 1917, 3,113; number of members July, 1917, 118,210. Total amount of endowment paid out for the term ending July 1, 1917. $935,153.64. Amount of endowment in treasury July 1, 1917, $463,688.08. Increase over last term, $124,600.02 Amount of Grand Lodge funds on hand July 1, 1917, $42,356.62. Amount of Supreme Lodge funds on hand July 1, 1917, $13,323.32. Value of property owned by Grand Lodges, $702,848.90. Value of property owned by Supreme Lodges, $474,619.93. Total resources, $1,770,449.75. A man who stands for so much and who has achieved so much for the material upbuilding of the race, cannot long be stigmatized or held in contempt, once his history is well known. Chancellor Green is a man of vision and purpose and the great $200,000 temple erected, by his faith, in the race at New Orleans, stands as a monument to his genius for organizing and holding harmoniously together members of the Negro race. PRIEST DRAWS COLOR LINE St. Louis, Mo., April 22—The priest of St. Ann's Catholic church, at Whittier and Page, told his communicants at mass last Sunday morning that the Negroes were "hovering over the white people like airplanes over a battlefield." He advised them to rock the invaders out of the neighborhood, and, coming to the front of the channel, announced that if there were any Negroes in the audience they should know that they were not welcome—to stay away from the church. The home of a colored family, 4233 West Cook, has been rocked several times in the past few days and considerable damage has been done to windows. Hère: Mr. James Weldon Johnson, May '17, 8 p. m., at A. M. E. church Eighth and Nebraska. Seattle, Wash.—He did not now his own name during twenty-four years. That's the story of Label Stein of this city. For twenty-four years Stein believed that a Rhode Island court had changed his name to Stone, and it was not until he applied for a civil service position and produced his naturalization papers at the commission's request that his error was discovered. School Contest AND CONTEST AMONG ALL ED SCHOOLS BOYS CONTESTANTS ION; 10 CENTS AT WOOD PARK PAGE TWO THE KANSAS CITY ADVOCATE THOMAS KENNEDY, Editor and Prop. G. A. GREGG, Associate Editor. MERVIN HARRIS, Circulation Manager. MES. M. G. MATTHEWS, Society Editor. Published every Friday at 834 Nebraska Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. The Advocate is a weekly journal devoted to Race Progress and Human Uplife. SUBSCRIPTION. Per Year ..... $1.50 Six Months ..... .80 Three Months ..... .45 Single Vopy ..... .05 "Entered as second-class matter August 29, 1914, at the postoffice 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 JEGRO PRESS ASSOCIATION. SPICES. The sun gives light, to light the day, The moon gives light, to light the night, God gives light, to light the soul. If it wasn't for the fire man would not smoke. A house built on sand cannot stand, but a house built on sand, properly treated, will stand for ages. If all the thoughts of man were executed there would not be a living soul on earth. Some people think they own the world, but it's their head, and not land. Talk about speed; what travels faster than the mind? Some people have as many ideas as a tree, with many branches; the wind will shake them all. Many, with all of his inventive genius has never been able to invent a safe strong enough to hold a lie. TO THE 92ND DIVISION. On June the fifth in '17 they say Occurred the first registration day, Men in their booths trembling with shock Signed name and age as pencil rocked. Then Uncle Sam made a draft That affected mutton, pork and calf; Called the black boys from the South his sons Brought them North and gave them guns Now Funston has some learned gents Stenographers, teachers and college presidents, Some athletic stars and good debaters Musicians that have played at the best theatres; Clergymen that come from gloomy lines Have stocked the camp with their divines. Brave young farmers with cheek of tan Left the country to help Uncle Sam. "In dreams," quoth Khaki Bill, "I see Ahead many victories for thee. Dear old France is really great, From wilderness to real estate And indications from Funston show How fast Germany will have to grow If she takes our Sam and Sallie To aid the kaiser and his allies." We can make a bridge of ships to France, If you'll conserve and help the finance: ance; Through the clouds a road will build A road that reels; but drivers skilled Will drive like aeronauts on the film And we will capture old Berlin. For swift we can go by magic power-- From America to Europe in a few German towns will not grow dense Inns and shops won't be immense— And buildings whose heads like flag the pave. Will be crushed by our brave Sammies Uncle Sam says our boys are dandies. And our Black Boys you wait and see Will get the Kaiser in Germany. —MABEL BANKS. Pterry Prairie, Kansas. 500 PERFORMERS AT CONVENTION HALL FRIDAY, MAY 10th. READ ABOUT IT ON FRONT PAGE OF THIS PAPER. THE WEEKLY ANNOUNCER OF FIRST A.,M. E. CHURCH J. F. GRIFFIN, Pastor. Residence, 1930 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., Junior Allen League. 6:00 P. M., Senior Allen League. 7:40 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. Friday class meeting 8 P. M. CHURCH NEWS. Dr. Griffin preached two very able sermons Sunday to large and appreciative audiences. The choir erndered extra fine selections at both services and how much more class a choir like this adds to the service, beside lifting up the pastor and putting into the worshippers a spirit of religious worship. The 'Sunday School is doing fine with Miss Theodosia Hamilton, assistant superintendent in the absence of Sunt. Truman. The church is getting ready for the final big drive campaign to clean up the bonded debt. The pastor has completed his three hundred units or captains, who have started out to do or die in bringing in their quota at a set date. Mrs. James Stafford was elected treasurer and Mrs. Minnie Cooper secretary of the whole. One unit turned in their amount last Sunday but they are not going to stop on the hill. QUINDARO, KANSAS. Commencement of Vernon School Wednesday, May 8th. Vernon school organizations which have helped make the school known throughout the county and the beautiful suburban town of Quindaro, Kansas, a better place for hgr old citizens and a mighty attractive one for the large number of people who have frequently looked with favor upon the beautiful hills and fertile valleys of this garden spot, for a permanent home: 1. Literary society. 2. Garden club. 3. Boys' militray drill team. 4. Tennis club. 5. Savings and investment association. During the past year every teacher of Vernon school has been on the program of County Teachers association. The girls have appeared before the county teachers and covered themselves and the school with glory. The boys' drill team put the school on the map by making an exhibition drill before the county institute, in which they demonstrated to the satisfaction of all present the possibility and advantage of military drill in every school in the county. The entire public is invited to attend the Commencement exercises of Vernon school, Quindaro, Kans., Wednesday, May 8, 1918, 8:30 p. m. Program. 1. "Come Thor Almighty." 2. Invocation—Rey, H. W. Webb. 3. Song—Lightly Row. 4. Dumb bell drill—Contest between Boys' and Girls. 5. Oration — "Higher Education"— Booker T. Washington—Paul Seymour- 6. Oration — "Repeal" of "Missouri Compromise," Frederick, Douglass— Milton Thurston. 7. Song—"Cuckoo"—Room 3. 8. Readings—Seyenth grade. 9. Essay—"Home"—Edith Rankin. 10. War dialogue—Room 2 and 3— Miss Dumson, director. 11. Essay—"What I have Learned"— Revoydia Jones. 12. Song—"Daffodils." 13. Presentation of Certificates—Mr McCampbell. 14. Benediction—Rev. J. C. C. Owens. Board of Education. Mr. Newson, secreeray, Mr. Hogg, treasurer, Mr. McCampbell, president. Teachers Miss Williams, Miss Dunson, Mr. Page, principal. Great as has been this year for Vernon school, the next year is to be and must be still greater and more fruitful. G. A. PAGE, Principal. G. A. Gregg delivered his lecture, "Don't Be a Quitter," at Bethel Mission last Friday evening. Lodge Notices EUREKA LODGE NO. 2. I. 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. THE KANSAS CITY ADVOCATE APRIL. No. Amount. 1. Pauline Woodfork $10.55 2. Eliza Lyle 5.46 3. E. E. Ewing 3.60 4. Julius Dave 4.16 5. Thos. Nelson 8.20 6. J. W. Green 3.45 7. Perry McAdow 2.35 8. Thos. Kennedy 12.55 9. Alex Smith 4.20 10. Thos. Hall 5.10 11. Georgia Johnson 3.80 12. Cora Taylor 4.95 13. S. E. Holiday 2.35 14. Mary Queeny 4.25 15. Wm. Perkins 6.60 16. H. L. Scott 7.45 17. M. E. Glover 4.86 18. Drucilla Meritt 3.15 19. Edward Holder 5.15 20. Harrison Newman 5.35 21. Lilly Kearney 3.35 22. John Kearney 3.85 23. James Webb 3.10 24. Richard Reed 5.00 25. Y. H. Hadley 4.00 26. Albert Bryant 2.45 27. Oscar Johnson .80 28. Bertha Carroll .75 29. Sarah Skinner 1.20 30. Leona Green 1.25 31. Rosie Stephens 1.55 32. Phenie Samelton .95 The funeral services of Mr. Thomas S. Booker, who died April 24, 1918, were held at the Metropolitan Baptist Temple, of which he was a member 27 years, Tuesday afternoon, April 30. At 1 p. m. Pastor D. A. Holmes with visiting ministers, led the funeral cortege into the church, while the organist played a funeral dirge. There, a large crowd of friends had assembled to pay the last tribute of respect to this well known citizen. The pastor announced the following program: Music, choir; Scripture reading, Rev. W. A. Bowren; Music, "Asleep in Jesus," choir; Invocation, Rev. J. R. Richardson; Music, "Rock of Ages," choir; and different sets of resolutions were read, viz: Porters' Union, Mr. H. White, A Citizen, Judge I. F. Bradley. By special request a eulogy and resolutions from the Bible class and the Charter Members' Club, by Mrs. M. C. Matthews; Churel, Miss I. M. Jones; Mray Magdalene Court, Mrs. J. T Roberts; U. B. F. Lodge, Dr. I. H. Anthony; Member of Charter Members' Club, Mr. D. W. White; Vocal Solo, Mrs. D. A. Holmes; Music, "God Will Take Care of You," Congregation, led by the pastor; Obituary and sermon, by the pastr. He verified the statements in the Bible Class poem where the deceased spoke of preparing to meet God years ago, also dwelt upon his 27 years as a trustee and Christian life of 38 years. Good remarks by "Rev. W. A. Bowren and Rev. J. C. Owens; Rev. J. R. Richardson made cheerful remarks and corroborated statements made in the resolutions-telling in detail of deceased's work as a Charter member by M. C. Matthews. Then the Widows' Son Masonic Lodge took charge and Mrs. B. Carroll read the Masonic Building Committee resolutions. Prof. C. Stone read those from the lodge. Mr. S. Brown acted as master, assisted by Messrs. Andrew and N. Wilson. The casket was a metallic, with a full length glass enclosed in another heavy black broadcloth casket, with silver mounting. It was the finest many of us have seen. The flowers were most beautiful and very, very profuse. Magdalene Court, of which he was a director, and the Porters' Union turned out in a body. The U. B. F.'s also turned out. At the conclusion of all ceremonies, and reviewing the remains, the large congregation filed out as the great pipe orgain pealed forth another recessional march. Deceased was at one time in the Kansas City council, on the fire department; and a Christian 38 years He leaves a wife, Mrs. Alice Booker, a son, Dr. F. D. Booker, and many other relatives and friends, who regret his transition. His remains were interred in the family lot in Quindaro cemetery. May he rest in peace. (By special request of relatives, Kansas City, Kansas Charter members of Metropolitan and innumerable friends, Mrs. M. C. Matthews composed th efollowing poem for the late Mr. Thomas S. Booker. Read April 30, 1918.) A Christian Life of 38 Years. In the year of 1880, Thomas, then, was yet in sin; But Christ knocked, and softly whis- pered, "Dear soul, will you let me in?" Thomas knew the Gospel message, Could not slight the wondrous plea; He arose, rejoicing, answered, "Yes, dear Lord, I'll follow Thee." When he yielded to the pleading And believed Christ would control Then the Holy Spirit quickly Entered in and filled his soul. Thus he started on his journey, In the greatest work of all That of working for the Master And obeying God's great call. And his path was not all sunshine He was tempted just the same; But had Christ as mediator, And with Him he overcame. Again in his work we see him In eighteen and eighty-eight, Help to organize a new church Of the same faith, on this date. Of it he was chosen trustee, As a Christian, without fears, And as one foundation—stone Served well twenty-seven years. Served in Mother Church First Baptist, And through all earth's doubts and fears. Metropolitan and Temple For Christ 30 and 8 years. He told Mrs. Hattie Miller And all friends who wished to know Pastor Holmes and many others "He found Christ, O years ago!" April 24th, near midnight, He lay suffering with pain; And he heard another knocking And he listened once again. 'Twas the same voice soft and tender Saying, "Thomas come with me, And I will relieve your suffring And will take you home with me." And Christ took his spirit with Him, And now it is manifest 'Round God's throne and free from trials And his weary soul has rest. Those who're left of Charter members Number about thirty-one Keep prepared like yoru dear brother And you'll meet him when life's done. Then with al lthe Bible students And all Christians we'll cross o'er Join with that great "Church Triumph." We desire to thank Widows' Son Lodge of Masons, the U. B. F.'s, the Masonic Building Committee, the Porters' Union, Mary Magdalene Court, First Baptist church, Metropolitan Charter members and all members friends and neighbors. the Bible Class and any who assisted us during the illness and at the death of our beloved husband and father. Also thank them for the many beautiful floral offerings given. MRS. ALICE BOOKER, The Wife. DR. F. D. BOOKER, The Son. MEMORIAL EXERCISES FOR DR. H. T. REALING, FRIST A. M. E. CHURCH, SUNDAY, MAY 5th, 8 P. M. (a) Music. (b) Scripture lesson—Dr .Griffin. 1. Invocation—Prof. Shelton French 2. Music—A. M. E. Church choir. 3. Address—Hon. Emmett J. Scott, Assistant to Secretary of War. 4. Vocal solo—Mrs. E. Perkins. 5. Remarks—Prof. R. H. Brown. 6. Symposium—Dr. H. T. Kealing. (i) A Leader — Hon "Dorsey Green. 7. Vocal duet—Mrs. Cora Evans and Miss Mabel Jackson. (2) Patriot and Race Man—Miss Etta B. Kelley. (3) An Educator—Prof. Homer Wilburn. Vocal solo—Mr. Gatewood. (4) A Friend—Mrs. Willa Dwiggins. 8. Music—A. M. E. Church choir. HEAR OUR GREAT WAR GENERAL. Hen. Emmet J. Scott, advisory member to Secretary Baker of the War Department, will speak at First A. M. E. church Sunday evening, May 5th at 8 p. m. Mr. Scott will tell his people what the Colored soldier is doing in helping to bring about world-wide democracy. If you want to hear this great man of the race, you will have to come early to get in. 50-PIECE ORCHESTRA OF REAL MUSICIANS AT CONVENTION HALL AND 500 PERFORMERS. BIG DISPLAY AD ON FRONT PAGE OF THIS PAPER WILL TELL YOU ALL ABOUT IT. Mrs. Vance and Miss Eya Vance and the other sister and two brothers left for Topeka Tuesday evening after attending the funeral of their relative, the late Mr. Thomas Booker. FRIDAY. MAY 3. 1918 Matthews 7th and Virginia Ave. ALL GRADES OF HA Cord Wood, Kindling CORRECT WEIGHT and Play Safe and Or Matthews ews Coal Co. Ave. Bell West 588 OF HARD AND SOFT COAL Handling Wood and Corn Cobs RIGHT and PRICES RIGHT and Order Your Coal Now ews Coal Co. Matthews Coal Co. ALL GRADES OF HARD AND SOFT COAL Cord Wood, Kindling Wood and Corn Cobs CORRECT WEIGHT and PRICES RIGHT war many of the large hotels have employed wome nand girls as elevator operators and starters, but the Hamilton hotel is the first resort to employ girls as "bellhops." The hotel management says it became almost impossible to get white boys. So far the service of girls has proven entirely satisfactory. Mr. L. T. Hussey, stasas, reports that in five 15,544 fires, and that alr were caused by sparks or other cause. A good fire-proof m cost than a shingle roof. WYANDOTTE 325 Minn. Avenue, K. C. Wonder New $12 If you can't afford to p NEW SPRING suit---buy it atta Avenue. Direct From M You get value, service a Let your good judgment decide Wonder New $12 hotels have as elevator the Hamilton Hotel at the Hartport to em- port to em- The hotel same almost ws. So far en entirely St. Louis, Mo.—The Hamilton Hotel Hamilton and Maple Avenues, has been enforced to dispense with the services of white boys as "bellhops" and has colored girls to act in this capacity. This is the first time in the history of the ctiy that white boys have been replaced by the girls of our race. Since the United States entered the dsey, state fire marshal of Kan- in five years Kansas has had that almost twcie as many fires parks on the roofs as from any proof roof can be had for less le roof. OTTE ROOFING CO. e, K. C. K. Any Phone West 710 New Spring Suits $12.50 ord to pay WAR PRICES for your buy it at the Wonder, 524 Minneso om' Maker to Wearer service and fit for your money here ment decide. New Spring Suits war many of the large hotels have employed wome nand girls as elevator operators and starters, but the Hamilton hotel is the first resort to employ girls as "bellhops." The hotel management says it became almost impossible to get white boys. So far the service of girls has proven entirely satisfactory. St. Louis, Mo.—The Hamilton Hotel Hamilton and Maple Avenues, has been enforced to dispense with the services of white boys as "bellhops" and has colored girls to act in this capacity. This is the first time in the history of the city that white boys have been replaced by the girls of our race. Since the United States entered the Mr. L. T. Hussey, state fire marshal of Kansas, reports that in five years Kansas has had 15,544 fires, and that almost twcie as many fires were caused by sparks on the roofs as from any other cause. A good fire-proof roof can be had for less cost than a shingle roof. 325 Minn Avenue, K. C. K. Any Phone West 710 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 Avenue. Direct From Maker to Wearer You get value, service and fit for your money here. Let your good judgment decide. $12.50 phens B Minnesota west Prices. unless Work. MONEY. FREE $1.00 G. S. Dr. W. S. Stephens The Painless Dentist, 516 Minnesota Ave. Best Dentistry at Lowest Prices. Careful, Thorough and Painless Work. I WILL SAVE YOU MONEY. Give me a trial. Satisfaction Guaranteed. Phones: Office Bell West 424; Res. West 4484 W. DR. L. C. SNELL Bell West 4151 Home West 566 Kansas City, Kans. 50-PIECE ORCHESTRA OF REAL MUSICIANS AT CONVENTION HALL AND 500 PERFORMERS. BIG DISPLAY AD ON FRONT PAGE OF THIS PAPER WILL TELL YOU ALL ABOUT IT. --- VIM AND VIGOR HAIR PROMOTER Makes Long Soft and Glossy Hair. You Can't Go Wrong When You Order VIM and VIGOR HAIR PROMOTER. No more short, harsh and unruly hair. Vim and Vigor Hair Promoter. A new discovery—stops the hair from falling out and makes the hair long, soft and glossy. Thousands are getting results from its use. Are you? Get a box today and be convinced. Price 50 cents. For sale by all first class drug stores. If your druggist hasn't it he will get it for you, or you may send Money Order or 60 cents in stamps to THEO. SMITH *Druggist and Distributor 1301 East 18th Street Kansas City, Mo. We are distributors for leading manufacturers of Hair Growers, Face Creams, Straightening and Drying Combs, Ete. 7th and Virginia Ave. Seventh and Quindaro Blvd. Over Jones' Drug Store New York in Long, and and Ivy, Between the Wing Vine and VIGOR Near Poundm. New York in Long, Saw and Ivy, Between the Wing Vine and VIGOR Near Poundm. There is a reason why thousands of Americans are using VIM AND VIGOR HAIR PROMOTER Get a box today and know why. Bell West 588 Is guaranteed for one bottle to benefit any cause 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, 1911, 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 LITTLE ROCK, ARK AND HE HAS GONE. "Over the Top—Over the Line—And is Now "Over There." Yes, Tom—has swung and passed—and is "knowing and being known" by that great horde of friends, who have walked and talked with us—prominent among whom is that "Noble Old Roman"—Corvine Patterson. "Tom" (Thomas S. Booker) as all of us were accustomed to call him, was one of "Pat's" first crop of "Boys" and very loyal and true, were they to each other. Such a thought makes us feel, that their meeting must necessarily be one of great pleasure. Then why should (we, who have not wound the "cord of life" to the same extent as they have, feel sadly? Reason plainly dictates to us, that we should not—but instead, should learn to accept the fact—which is but a step—a change—in the course of nature, as natural, and as much in place, as that, of being born. This man was my friend, and how I appreciated the fact it is not easy to express. In the great problem which confronts us all—the Human Equation—Life—he was a Positive quantity. And he conducted his line in such a manner as to play an important part in its solution. He was really and truly, a step—in the direction of attaining of the Truth—from the great mass of error in human action. Of his ancestors, we knew but little, 'tis not necessary that we should know more. And yet, there was in him so much "O' the milk of human kindness" as to make him, of known and practical value to all with whom he was associated. He was not of presumptious and assumptive nature, nor was there in him, any love of needless display. On the contrary, he lived and acted a life which exemplified his belief—that the Real and True existed—regardless of the songs sung of them, or the assertions made concerning them, and had their "sterling worth" in spite of either or both. He was a nephew of Rev. Felix D. Ewing, a pioneer Baptist minister of this city, who was, in thought, act and deed, "A servant of God, and a leader of his people" who many years ago resolved "I will build a house unto the Lord—to his honor and his glory; and to the well-being and unlift of his people." The evidence of his worth in that line, and of his work, in laying broadly and deeply the foundations upon which to build—intellectually, morally, economically and religiously—there stands a monument of brick and stone at Fifth street and Nebraska avenue, conceived, designed and reared to his ingenuity, and the loving appreciation in which he was held by the people. This same good man, without the help of a mother's tender, loving hand, also reared from a baby of tender age—and guided—and directed the comings and the goings of our dear departed friend—in such manner as to develop the sturdy, stalwart and manly character of whom we now speak. He too, has stood and stands as a monument of no less worth and value to the community. All of which has shown in his daily conduct as a worthy citizen—a Christian gentleman. And is evidenced by the general respect shown him, and the public preferment voted upon him as a councilman of this metropolitan city. And which has a further and more enduring evidence in the worthy family he has maintained and reared which will live on—in his absence—in the minds and hearts of this community. One of his most noble and manly traits was that he loved, respected and honored his uncle and I truly delighted to follow his teachings. So that his "days" were reasonably many" filled with judicious action—making a well-spent and useful life. His uncle will also be pleased to meet him—and I shall be pleased to meet both of them. His friend, I. F. BRADLEY, John Robins, brother of John S. Taylor left for Camp Funston Monday. Prof. H. St. Clair visited and played in the orchestra at the Forum and we are very sorry his limousine touring Our society editor knew the late Mr. Thomas Booker in Leavenworth, perhaps, longer than anyone in this city. Nearly all the charter members of the Metropolitan church and many other people says if she outlives them, they want her to write their enlogy. Extra copies of the Kansan may be had by applying at the office of The Kansan, 517 orth Main street. (By Mrs. M. C. Matthews, Pub. Com.) The Citizens' Forum met at its usual place and the American Federation of Musicians No. 627 of Greater Kansas City, rendered a good program. President Buster opened the meeting promptly and asked Pastor D. A. Holmes to give the invocation. Then according to the printed program, select music was given by the band. The journal of the previous meeting was read by the secretary, Miss S. Brown. Music by Lewis' (Premier Dauseuse) orchestra was rendered fine, and enced. Very good current events were given by Mr. Louis Gamble, a fine musician of Kansas City, Mo., and applauded, Mr. P, Gardner also gave some events. Williams' orchestra played a medley of the latest patriotic airs and was enced. An interesting talk, "The Musicians' Union," was given by Prof. T. Davis, now a mail carrier. He is one of the oldest musicians around here. He said in part: "Most of the credit of this union belongs to Prof. D. Bradley, Prof. H. St. Clair and Prof. E. Thyous. The mission of this Union is to hold part of the white union, in the same in Greater Kansas City. They are a par to the white union, in the same No. 627, and wear the same kind of suits." He was roundly applauded. After the collection, "A Perfect Day," was played classically and should have been enced. Prof. Curry gave a truthful critique when he said: "All the music was good, but the fine musicians like these orchestras should select music not toog worldly when plyaying in a church." The critic received an ovation on his report. The writer enjoys music greatly, especially waltz time and operatic classical music. She enjoyed the man playing on different instruments and most all of the program and would like to hear these successful, fine orchestras in "The Messiah," "Lucia," or "Grand Opera." The pastor of the church enjoyed all but one. The writer is glad of their great success and would like to get them to work as hard on some Christian or classical music. Next Sunday the Forum will have another fine program and will meet at or near the same place. Come and make as large a crowd as this Sunday, which had people in the auditorium and in the balconies. N. A. A. C. P. The campaign continues. It is from now on every member get a member. The desire is that at each monthly meeting each member will report one new member. The interest that is being manifested by the citizens of Kansas City, Kansas, is remarkable. The awakening is delightful. General Neeiy and the captains, Misses Hazel Capps, Virginia Icen, E. B Kelly, Marie Clvner Grace Buckner, Lillian Burns, Jessie Saunders, Susie Williams; Messrs, G. R. Buster, H. A. Gerren, J. A. Hodge, J. P. King, Dorsey Green, W. E. Jacobs, W. J. Montgomery and C. W. Comagor have rendered untiring service. Then, too, we ar effortunate in having a very efficient secretary in Mr. S. S. Matthews. With an organization like this and having a wide awake people to approach, Kansas City, Kansas is going to give a good account of herself. The cause of humanity will not fail here. G. A. GREGG, Pres. METROPOLITAN TEMPLE A large congregation was present at both services of this church and the pastor as usual preached well. The choir is making a special effort on the pipe organ payment and its friends are helping it. They are selling post card pictures of the church. The Sunday school is working to get a larger attendance. The choir will give a hazaar May 2nd nad 3rd in the old church. On Sunday, May 5th, at 3:30 p.m., the Knights of Pythias will hold their annual service at this church and Rev. J. F. Griffin, pastor of the A. M. E. church, will preach. Mrs. Norene Davis and Dr. S. H. Thomas will make addresses. Next Sunday morning is Covenant morn and it is also sacrament day. All are invited to be present at this church at all services. WINFIELD. KANSAS. The A. M. E. Bishop Park Mite Missionary Society met in the church basement Tuesday afternoon at the usual hour. They are planning to have a bazaar soon and many beautiful and useful garments are being turned over to the committee. Mr. J. W. Jackson has not yet returned from Louisiana, where he was sent to accompany the body of Edward Addison Cooper, deceased. Mr. and Mrs. A. C. Nichols and Mrs. Wilbur Nichols visited Mr. J. E. Nichols of Wichita April 24th. Mr. F. C. Smith of Tulsa, Okla., visited Mr. and Mrs. Richard Berry of 742 Oakland avenue, this week. THE KANSAS CITY ADVOCATE BAZAAR AND MUSICAL BAZAAR AND MUSICAL ENTERTAINMENT WILL BE GIVEN BY THE LADIES OF THE THIRD CHRISTIAN CHURCH, FIFTH AND CLEVELAND AVENUE, KANSAS CITY, KANSAS. THERE WILL BE OPENING ADDRESSES EACH EVENING BY SOME OF OUR BEST TALENT OF THE TWO KANSAS CITYS: REFRESHMENTS EACH EVENING. Annual Entertainment MID-WEST COMPANY NO.2, U. R. K. of P. at M. AND O. HALL, MONDAY, MAY 6th, 1918. FINE ORCHESTRA FOR YOU. N. A. A. C. P. We are in the midst of the Moorefield Storey Membership Campaign. Thank the solicitors for speaking to you and securing your membership in such a worthy constructive, uplifting organization. TIME APRIL 17 TO 27 JOIN NOW! GREGG : : : : : PRE Our branch is growing rapidly. General Neeley and Captains are pushing this good work. CUBANOLA TOILET NECESSITIES FOR CUBANOLA QUININE POMADE should use same to make kinky and he easy to comb. Highly perfumed and CUBANOLA SKIN WHITENER should complexion. Will bleach and bright CUBANOLA FACE POWDER. A especially adapted for colored women CUBANOLA SKIN AND SCALP CUBANOLA preparations as it is very preparations have been on the market petent chemists, all scientific and benef If your drug store does not handle the you prepaid any one of the above line for $1.00. 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MODGSON MIRROR COMPI 1017 North Fifth Street. me Phone West 1619 Bell West MIRRORS RESILVERED WORK CALLED FOR AND DELIVERED. HODGSON MIRROR COMPANY 1017 North Fifth Street. Home Phone West 1619 Bell West 1131 SAMUEL DIGGS THE OLD RELIABLE Pays the highest-cash price for iron, bottles, bones, copper, bir- thing in the junk line. SQUARE DEALING AND HOT TIMES. Place of Business—10 BELL, WEST 3577 THE OLD RELIABLE JUNK DEALER says the highest-cash price for junk at all times, for bottles, bones, copper, brass, lead, zinc and evap- g in the junk line. WARE DEALING AND HONEST WEIGHT AT TRES. Place of Business—1006-1008 North Third WEST 3577 KANSAS CITY, THE OLD RELLIABLE JUNK DEALER. Pays the highest-cash price for junk at all times, rags, iron, bottles, bones, copper, brass, lead, zinc and everything in the junk line. SQUARE DEALING AND HONEST WEIGHT AT ALL TIMES. Place of Business—1006-1008 North Third St BELL, WEST 3577 KANSAS CITY, KAS. AND HAIRDRESSING. 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Crowder Phil Smith Wyandotte Transfer Company Phone West 3576 Bell Phone W. 424 Ree. 1407 North 8th Street Luella Green. NOTARY PUBLIC 516 Minn Av., K.C., Kas. 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. 50-PIECE ORCHESTRA OF REAL MUSICIANS AT CONVENTION HALL AND 500 PERFORMERS. BIG DISPLAY AD ON FRONT PAGE OF THIS PAPER WILL TELL YOU ALL ABOUT IT. Eyes Examined Glasses Fitted F. C. Wahlenmaier 746 Minnesota Avenue Kansas City : : Kansas Madamme C. French Hair CUT PRICES Now is the time for you to to Hair Preparation, while the 3 BOXES OF THE 60 CEN 3 BOXES OF THE 35 CEN 3 BOXES OF THE 30 CEN You don't have to have SHO me Taylor's FRENCH Hair hair? MADAMME C. O. TAYLOR Bell West 4425J FORREST B. Consult me any time LAW REAL ESTATE 529 State Ave. Bell W Deeds, Mortgages, Wills, Contracts and Legal Papers Drawn. Investments Abstracts of title furnished amine. "It's cheaper to buy Consult me any time. I am Jamme C. O. T. French Hair Grower CUT PRICES FOR 15 DAYS. the time for you to try Madame Taylor's preparation, while the CUT Prices are ICES OF THE 60 CENT GROWER FOR ICES OF THE 35 CENT GROWER FOR ICES OF THE 30 CENT GROWER FOR It have to have SHORT HAIR, if you Taylor's FRENCH Hair Grower. Why? JAMME C. O. TAYLOR, West 4425J 910 Neb Kansas REST B. ANDER Consult me any time. I am the Pe Lawyer REAL ESTATE BROKER. State Ave. Bell West 1050. Kansas is Old Debts and Houses to town. Titles exa Investments Made. of title furnished free; ten day al- It's cheaper to buy than it is to re- me any time. I am he People's Law Madamme C. O. Taylor's French Hair Grower Now is the time for you to try Madame Taylor's FRENCH Hair Preparation, while the CUT Prices are on. 3 BOXES OF THE 60 CENT GROWER FOR $1.35. 3 BOXES OF THE 35 CENT GROWER FOR 75c. 3 BOXES OF THE 30 CENT GROWER FGR 60c. You don't have to have SHORT HAIR, if you use Madame Taylor's FRENCH Hair Grower. Why not have long hair? MADAMME C, O. TAYLOR, Bell West 4425J 910 Nebraska Avenue Kansas City, Kansas FORREST B. ANDERSON Consult me any time. I am the People's 529 State Ave. Bell West 1050. Kansas City, Kas. Deeds, Mortgages, Wills, Contracts and Legal Papers Drawn. Old Debts Collected. Houses to rent and sell Titles examined Investments Made. Abstracts of title furnished free; ten day allowed to exam- amine. "It's cheaper to buy than it is to rent." Consult me any time. I am he People's Lawyer. The Old Reliable Badger Lumber YARD: 18th AND KANSAS Lumber Lime Sash Cement Doors Plaster Mouldings Sand Mill work Brick Quick Service with 4 Auto Trucks to Repair Orders. Both Phones West 678 LODGE HALLS AND STORE Fraternity 312-314 Ever Lumber Co. North AND KANSAS AVENUE, KANSAS Lime Cement Plaster Sand Brick 4 Auto Trucks to ALL parts of th 678 HALLS AND STORE ROOMS F aternity Buil 12-314 Nebras Badger Lumber Company YARD: 18th AND KANSAS AVENUE, KANSAS CITY, KANS. Lumber Lime Hardware Sash Cement Paints Doors Plaster Roofing Paper Mouldings Sand Wall and Mill work Brick Plaster Boards Quick Service with 4 Auto Trucks to ALL parts of the city. Phone us your Repair Orders. Both Phones West 678 L. J. GILLES, Agent LODGE HALLS AND STORE ROOMS FOR RENT. Fraternity Building 312-314 Nebraska OPEN NIGHTS—WEST HALL Second and fourth Monday nights— Afternoon. First and third Tuesday—Second and fourth Tuesday. EAST HALL First and third Monday—Evening or afternoon. Second and fourth Monday after- SAM 1012 N. Third St. N. Third St. Main. Bee AP LAUNDRY 15th and Broadway. Laundry Service r Used Exclusivel DUNLAP LAKE 15th and B The Best Laundry Soft Water Used Ex The Best Laundry Service Possible Soft Water Used Exclusively by us. Home Phone 6856 Main, W.T.Whitelaw DRUGGIST If we haven't what you want we will get it for you. 3091 North.27th St. Kansas City :: Kansas Sugar Bowl We Do Our Own Baking BREAD. CAKES. PIES WEDDING CAKES We Make Our Own CANDIES Sugar Bowl 720 Minnesota Avenue SANTAL CAPSULES MIDY CATARRH of the BLADDER relieved in 24 HOURS Each Cap-sule bears the name MIDY Beware of counterfeits All-Work Guaranteed Kassel Jewelry Co. 548 Minnesota Ave. Kansas City Kansas C. O. Taylor's Hair Grower S FOR 15 DAYS Entry Madame Taylor's FRENCH the CUT Prices are on. GENT GROWER FOR $1.35. GENT GROWER FOR 75c. GENT GROWER FGR 60c. PORT HAIR, if you use Madam- hair Grower. Why not have long OR, 910 Nebraska Avenue Kansas City, Kansas E. ANDERSON name. I am the People's lawyer ATE BROKER. West 1050. Kansas City, Kas. Old Debts Collected. Houses to rent and sell Titles examined Made. free; ten day allowed to ex- p y than it is to rent." the People's Lawyer. ber Company S AVENUE, KANSAS CITY, KANS. Hardware Paints Roofing Paper Wall and Plaster Boards to ALL parts of the city. Phone us your L. J. GILLES, Agent RE ROOMS FOR RENT. y B uilding Nebraska noon—First and third Tuesday afternoon. Second and fourth Wednesday afternoon. These halls are up-to-date in modern improvements and the RENT is reasonable. Close to all lodges. THIS HALL CAN BE RENTED EVERY SATURDAY NIGHT FOR LODGE PURPOSES. UEL DIGGS UNDRY CO. broadway. Service Possible exclusively by us. --- Bell West 3577 Bell Phone 180 Grand Dependable Goods At Lowest Possible Prices Clothing for Men, Women and Children Emerz, Bird, Thayer Company KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI The Money For Expenses Comes Only From Fares The operating results for the year ending June 30th, 1917, were as follows. This was in some respects a normal year. Labor had not advanced and fuel for/the greater part of the year was furnished on old price contracts. Fixed charges including taxes and interest 2,511,266.00 7,033,200.00 Surplus to City under Franchise provisions $411,302.00 In the six months ending December 31, 1917, instead of a surplus the Company failed to meet its expenses, taxes, wages, and interest on money invested, by approximately $366,000. This means that in the year ending June 30, 1918, This Company is Facing A Deficit Of Over $900,000. The Increase for Labor is $350,000 a year; for fuel $500,000. Taxes have increased 84 per cent in five years, materials are up 20 per cent to 300 per cent. Money which used to cost 5 per cent now costs around 9 per cent. For the coming year interest charges will be increased $260,000. It is estimated that the expenses will increase during the coming year $1,300,000. PAGE FOUR Depen Good At Lowest P Clot Men, Women Emery, Bird, Th KANSAS CIT QUINDARO, KANSAS. The senior class had its annual outing at Pleasant Hill, Mo., Thursday. School closes the 16th at Western University. Mr. Allen Douglas remains confined to his bed. Mrs. Haines is not so well. Mr. Jeff Grigsby has recovered from his accident. Rev. E. R. Vaughn is supplying St. John church in Kansas City, Mo. Missse Dunson and Williams graduated from the Sunday School Teachers' Training class at Western University Wednesday evening. They are teachers in Vernon school. An interesting program was rendered. Gardening is on the go now. Major Daniels of Western Univer- The Mon Comes O "The Price of Service Must Meet Its Costs." This Company sells but one thing—SERVICE. To but one Customer—THE PUBLIC. The Public fixes the AMOUNT of the Service. It also fixes its own PRICE. sity is putting in a good garden. He expects Mrs. Daniels and the children this summer. Mr. and Mrs. Lee Duncan are happy in their new home. We congratulate them. `Rey. Webb and his congregation rendered a program Thursday evening atGlen Olive. Mr. and Mrs. Bradford keep well. Every one who desires to be is busy in Quindaro. FIRST BAPTIST. Dr. Carter of Little Rock, Ark., was a visitor in the city, and was present at First Baptist church Sunday morning. He preached from the 37th Psalms 3: Trust in the Lord and Do Good; so shalt thou dwell in the land and verily thou shalt be fed. It was a wonderful sermon and very vividly put forth, so that the entire audience drank fervently deep draughts of spiritual nectar. Everyone felt elated. A generous offering was taken during the day, also several new members united themselves with us. Now that the time of the rally is beginning to grow short, both factions are seemingly redoubling their efforts in obtaining the money. The Evens this week, Thursday night, for ten cents will give a big entertainment at Diggs hall. Th epocket entertainment, a dress of a 100 pockets. Come. The Odds will serve dinner Friday evening at church, 20c. Come. Everyone is ever welcome at First Baptist. IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF WY-ANDOTTE COUNTY, STATE OF KANSAS. Henry Cypert, Plaintiff vs. Mamie Cypert, Defendant. No. 9312-A. State of Kansas, to the above named Defendant, Mamie Cypert, Greeting: You are hereby notified that the plaintiff did on the 2nd day of May, 1918, file in the District Court of Wyandotte County, State of Kansas, her petition for divorce on the grounds of extreme cruelty, and unless you answer, demur or otherwise object on or before the 15th day of June, A. D., 1918, the allegations in said petition above will be taken as true; and upon further proof the plaintiff will be granted a divorce as prayed for and such other and further relief in equity as she may be entitled to and as to the Court may seem just and proper. Attest: R. J. McFarland, Clerk, by C. L. Peterson, Deputy. (First Publication, 11, 3rd, 19:3) IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF WYANDOTTE COUNTY, KANSAS. Addie Stalworth, Plaintiff, vs. William Stalworth, Defendant. To the Above named Defendant, William Stalworth: You are hereby notified that a suit has been brought against you in the above named court, by the above named plaintiff, and that you are required to answer the petition of plaintiff on or before the 15th day of June. 1918. If you do not said' petition will be taken as true, and a decree of di- Meet Its Costs." During June 30th, 1917, were as year. Labor had not advanced was furnished on old price $7,444,502.00 $4,521,934.00 2,511,266.00 7,033,200.00 $411,302.00 1917, instead of a surplus the wages, and interest on money means that in the year ending deficit Of Over $900,000. Year; for fuel $500,000. Taxes materials are up 20 per cent to 1 per cent now costs around 9 pages will be increased $260,000. 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