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We Will Win-----Buy a Fourth Liberty Loan Bond Tomorrow Kans Historical Society KANS KANSAS TWELVE MONTHS, $1.50. We Will W FORTY-THIRD A. M. E. CO GOES IN BISHOP PARKS DELIVERY OTIC ADDRESS—KA GETS NEXT ANN ASSIGNMENTS S Vill Win-----Buy THIRD ANNUAL E. CONFERENCE DES INTO HISTORY KS DELIVERS RINGING PATRI- RESS—KANSAS CITY, KANS., EXT ANNUAL MEETING— MENTS SUNDAY NIGHT FORTY-THIRD ANNUAL A. M. E. CONFERENCE GOES INTO HISTORY BISHOP PARKS DELIVERS RINGING PATRIOTIC ADDRESS—KANSAS CITY, KANS., GETS NEXT ANNUAL MEETING ASSIGNMENTS SUNDAY NIGHT Omaha, Neb., Sept. 23: The Kansas conference has passed into history and there was many good impressions made by Bishop H. Blanton Parks, D.D., and the ministers, and much good will result from the meeting Almost every address and sermon delivered during the session had the ring of patriotism and loyalty and the conference went on record as giving unqualified support to President Wilson and the army. In his address Bishop Parks urged the people to put their money in Liberty Bonds, in War Savings Stamps, Red Cross and any other place where the Government needed it. The conservation of food was urged by him. "Our women must put less money in fine dresses, shoes and the like, and let the Government use that money for it is needed in winning the war, and if the government loses, which it is not going to do, there would be little use for fine clothes. This is not the white man's war, the black man's war, or any other one man's war, but it is a war for all America and all Americans are going to unite and win it. That we are going to win there is no doubt, but it will require time, money and the effort of us all. "I am proud that I am an American and living in the greatest age in the history of the world. Certainly this is a great age. God has in store great things for us, and we are now getting to the place where the world will recognize us for who we are and for what we are. No time in the history of our country were we placed on an equality in the army before now. We are in every department, and have more than a thousand commissioned officers, and it doth not yet appear what it shall be. "President Wilson has poken out against lynching as no other president has ever. He has given to the nation some thought. He will ever live in the hearts of the American people We are going to follow him." Friday night was termed educational night for the conference. The annual educational sermon was preached by the Rev. Dr. H. Milton Mickens of Salina and following the sermon the people headed by the ministers put on the table for education $401.20. The question asked, "Are all the preachers blameless in life and conversation?" brought before the conference the religious, moral and official character of each minister for scrutiny. All were able to pass with a single black mark. After a contest between Kansas City, Kansas, and Parsons, Kansas City was selected for the next annual session. All of Saturday morning was spent in executive session. It was said that, many knotty problems were worked out by the ministers. This was the closing business day of the session. All committees reported. One of the strongest documents ever presented before the conference was th report of the committee on th State of the Country. The report was read by Dr J. R. Ransom, the recognized leader of the conference, and a man of magnetic power. The report made a review of war conditions. It told about the patriotic service rendered by the Negroes in France, and commended their efforts. This document was full of information, and showed that Dr. Ransom had spent some time in collecting information. Words of praise came for President Wilson. Secretaries of praise came on, Secretaries (Continued on Page Two) ```markdown ``` Baker and McAdoo. Saturday closed with a lecture by Charles Stewart, A.M., D.D., of Chicago. Sunday was a busy day and at the close Sunday night Bishop Parks assigned the ministers. The conference was attended by many of the leading women of Kansas and Nebraska, and at their meeting Friday afternoon some able addresses were delivered. Mrs. H. B. Parks spoke on the "Growth of the Home." She said that one of the greatest uplift to the human family was the home—the place where boys and girls were developed into manhood and womanhood. Mrs. J. C. C. Owens, of Kansas City, Kans., who has been in the conference for the past twenty years or more was a great help to the young women of her race. Mrs. Owens has been connected with the work of uplift for many years. She worked with her husband in Missouri, Colorado and Kansas. She is known in many homes. Dr. Owens is one of the few men who has been able to come back. He went to Quindaro in 1872 and returned in 1918. He organized the work in Quindaro and now he comes back and brings from that place the largest report in its history. He brought $115 dollar money. Increase Over Last Year. The increase in dollar money the past year was $460. Money received for general church purposes $8,850.78, being quite an increase over last year. Apointments of the Kansas Conference. Topeka District—Rev. A. C. Harris, P. E. St. John, Topeka, H. W. King; Lawrence Station, John Adams; Junction City, J. W. Warren; Argentine Station, R S Everrett; Brown Chapel, Topeka, G. P. Haywood; Ottawa, A. J. Sanders, Patola, W. B. Johnson; Emporia, C. A. Woods; Garnett, A. J. Johnson; Olathe-Hillsdale, Wm. Radcliff; Council Grove, H. M. Davis; St James N. L., R. E. Harper; St. Mark, J. H. Daniels; Lakeview, M. Chishlum; Eudora, A. C. Talley; Rosedale, J. T. Gillespie. Kansas City District—Rev. J. T. Smith, P.E. First Church, K.C., K., J. F. Griffin; Fort Scott, _____; Parsons Station, T. W. Green, Jr., Coffeyville, H. H. Jones; Independence, H. Shepard; Pittsburg, B. R. Ross; Iola, J. J. Watson; Chanute, C. R. Runyon; Cherryvale, T. E. Walker; Weir City, H. H. Dent; Baxter Springs, C. T. Whitcomb; Galena, W. D. Rivers; Pleasanton, J. E. Christopher; Oswego, _____; Crowberg, Isom Aaron; Ebenezer, K. C., K. N. B. Robinson; Humboldt. _____ Omaha District—Rev. A. C. Terrell, P. E. Omaha Station, W. C. Williams; South Omaha, J. A. Broadnax; Leavenworth, J. C. C. Owens; Atchison, G. B. Billops; Lincoln, J. S. Payne; Bonner Springs, H. M. McTassel; Troy; E. Eatman; Elwood, D. C. Miller; Highland, J. W. Thomas; Horton, E. Malone; Beatrice, Wm. Tyler; Nebraska City, J. W. Stapleton; Oskaloosa, E. H. Adams; Bethel-Ct., W. E. Washington; Quindaro Station, ——; Hiawatha, A. H. D'Moss. Wichita District—Rev. E. W. Smith, P. E. Wichita Station, J. R. Ransom; Hutchinson, R. C. Henderson; Arkansas City, J. W. Williams; Great Bend, P. D. Davis; Winfield, H. C. White; Pratt, H. Merritt; Abilene, J. G. Gause; Hill City, Wm. Martin; Garden City, L. A. Brown; Newton, Wm. Enyard; Wellington, CITY ADVOCATE MR. AND MRS.CROW ENTERTAIN SUNDAY AT DINNER FOR CONFERENCE MEMBERS J. O. MIDNIGHT THOUGHT A. M. E. CONFERENCE THE BEST EVER HAPPENED J. O. MIDNIGHT THOUGHT A. M. E. CONFERENCE THE BEST EVER HAPPENED Mr. and Mrs. Cicero Crow, 1116 North Seventeenth street, Omaha, Neb., delightfully entertained at dinner Sunday, Sept. 22nd, Kansas City, Kans., delegations and other Kansans of the Conference. Mrs. Crow's home formerly was in this city. Mrs. Minnie Cooper of New Jersey avenue, who accompanied the delegation, is a sister of the hostess. The large dining table was tastefully and artistically arranged with a handsome bouquet of roses adorning a beautiful centerpiece. There were covers laid for eighteen, with place cards. The following were the invited guests: Presiding Elder J. T. Smith, Kansas City; Presiding Elder H. W. Omaha, Neb.—After talking with the editor of The Advocate, he told me that he thought you readers of his paper would be pleased to read a letter from me. Before saying what I have in mind to say, I want you to understand that I am not an expert writer, and it is necessary for the editor to correct my writing and some of the spelling, or he may let it go just as I write it. These are war times and we can't take up too much time in trying to get verbs right or wrong, but just let them take care of themselves and I am going to take care of mine. I was just out here in Omaha, attending the conference of the African Methodist Episcopal church. I have been one of the most ridingest men in the country for the past few weeks, and it should not surprise you to find me anywhere in this world. Coming out here I stopped over in Kansas City and met Mr. and Mrs. Tilford Davis. Mr. Davis totes the mail in Kansas City, Kansas, and his wife is at the head of the Court of Calanthe for the whole state of Kansas. It is a good place to be and she is doing her work and donig it well. But I was informed that she has been sick for a little while and may yet have to undergo an operation. Now getting away I started for this place. On the train, and we used the Missouri Pacific ,while many of the other people used another line. Omaha was reached and I made it to the parsonage with the Rev. Dr. G. B. Billops, Presiding Elder A. C. Terrell, and his wife and others. Dr. W. C. Williams, the pastor, introduced me to Bishop H. Blanton Parks, of Chicago, Ill He is indeed a fine looking man and to my mind represents an African king He is congenial and friendly and certainly did shake my hand as if he considered me his brother He assured me that I was welcome to his conference and I enjoyed being made welcome. When this was over, Dr. Williams sent me to stop in a beautiful home, Mrs. Tillett. You have an account of the conference, and I must say that it was a great big gathering. I met a pleasant man from Kansas City, Kans., the Rev. Dr. Griffin, pastor of the A. M. E. church. From his report there has been some work done there during the past year. Nearly $12,000 raised for all purposes, and then they have put up a new parsonage. Good work. The conference is going there next year and then all the people will be able to see. Perhaps one of the finest men I have ever met is Rev. J. R. Ransom, D. D., whose work was in Wichita, and I am told that he has been returned there. He is one of th pioneers in the conference and has been active for years. He is a leader of men and it is due to the fact that he has never gotten out of the reach of the little fellow. You can always place him, and every man is his King, Topeka; Rev. J. R. Ransom, Wichita; Rev. John Williams, Arkansas City; Rev. P. D. Davis, wife and little girl, Great Bend; Rev. J. F. Griffin and wife, Kansas City; Editor Thomas Kennedy and wife, Kansas City; Mrs. Williams, Topeka; Mrs. Southal, Mrs. Woodfork, Mrs. Collins, Mrs. Glover, Mrs. Price and Mrs. Cooper, Kansas City; Mrs. Gentry, Topeka; Mrs. Martin of the city and the hostess, Mr. and Mrs. Crow. Menu. Fried chicken, boiled ham, baked pork, mashed Irish potatoes, candied sweet potatoes, string beans, tomato salad with stuffed olives, celery, hot rolls, hot corn muffins, fruit, ice cream and assorted cakes. No man has done more to place the Kansas conference where it is, and whatever he wants his brethren are willing to give it to him. They now think that the general church should recognize his work and worth by making him a bishop, and believe me he will make a good one. It will carry you back to the days of such men as Bishops Derrick, Grant, Arnett, Gaines and others who made America know that the African Methodist church was on the map. When these men spoke the nation heard them. If you wanted recognition see one of them Dr Ransom has so managed things in the state that the Governor, the Senators, the Representatives both in Congress and the Legislature hear him when he speaks and consult him as to the needs of his people. I shook hands with Dr. Ransom and fear that I will not wash my hand for a month for fear I may wipe out some of that inspiration. I am proud to have met Editor Kennedy for he is one editor who serves God. He is certainly a prominent layman in his church. The whole week was spent in conference and he served on some of the most important committees in the conference. He was just busy all the time. I watched him because some day I may get to be an editor myself and then I will know how to act. I had the pleasure of seeing the conference through, and on Saturday night I heard Charles Stewart deliver a lecture. I am not going to comment on it now. These are war times and he made a war time speech. They had some good eatings in the church, for there was where all the ministers were fed. I had my dinner and supper there, but my breakfast at my stopping place. Good for me and you too. Perhaps it would not be out of place for me to tell you that I went to the National Baptist convention at St Louis, and it was a fine meeting. Dr. E. C. Morris was again elected president. He certainly has a hold on his people. Dr. Joseph A Booker was there. I stopped at the Poro College while in the city, and I got some inspiration out of the trip. You see this Poro College evolved from the brains of Mrs. A. M. Pope-Turnbo-Malone, who is still the president and-founder and business manager. Mrs. Malone, who is a well educated woman, learned the use of chemistry, and she discovered something to fix up the hair and make it grow and now she is having put up a building which, when completed and furnished will cost over $300,000 That is going some. She is polite, courteous and while she is a wealthy woman, from the way she treats all people you would never think it. I think I have said enough for this time. I want you to give my love to all friends, and say to them that I hope to get better acquainted as I shall get around. Send me a paper so I may see how my name looks in print and if I like it I will send along another letter. AN ADDRESS OF THE CENTURY BY COLORED WORLD DEMOCRACY WORLD DEMOCRACY TO COME WITH END OF WAR—WHAT'S SHALL BE THE ULTIMATE FATE OF THE RACE-A SPLENDID SUMMARY. chance in all the walks of life; that we should be given equal concorded fair treatment and an equal veniences and comforts in the matter of transportation upon railroads and in public places. And to that end, demand that segregation in public carriers under Federal control be abolished. We ask only the impartial enforcement of the 14th and 15th Amendments to the Constitution;—to the letter and spirit—to the end that we have a fair deal and equal justice in the courts of our land. Labor. We observe with appreciation and hope, the advance mode towards us by Organized Labor. And we recommend immediate steps be taken by the executive committees in each state, together with the executive committee of this League;—to see to it, that the National body of Organized Labor shall remove all discriminatory and exclusive bars, as to the color of labor,—at which time we stand ready to cooperate with them. We urged upon the race the importance of Preparedness in the full sense of the term;—and to that end, we recomend the Conservation of its resources, and its energies, and the thorough organization of ourselves; and the co-operation with the National Baptist Railroad and Public Carriage Commission,—the work of which we endorse—as well also, all other Negro bodies for our uplift;—to the end of putting into practice the matters and things hereinabove stated. We recommend that the president of this League, together with a committee, chosen from the executive committee (by him) be empowered to, at a time fixed by him,—present this Address to the President, and to the Congress; and ask their earnest efforts in the consummation of the matters herein set forth;—in accordance with a resolution adopted by the League. THOS. KENNEDY, PUB. Loan Bond Tort AN ADDRESS OF CENTURY BY CO WORLD DE WORLD DEMOCRACY TO CO OF WAR—WHAT'S SHAL TIMATE FATE OF THE SPLENDID SUMM Chicago, Ill., Sept. 20. We recognize the fact, that in the near future there will take place, the greatest convocation of men the world has known. And that it will be that of the Nations and Races of the Earth, to shape and form the new Allignment; which will arise out of the ruins of the world contest or human rights. And that the first in order will be the establishing of the dmeocracy of men. And secondly,—providing for its preservation. We believe we ought to be;—and we hereby proclaim that we will be there. We also believe that the objects mentioned above will be best and most speedily accomplished in the degree that the participants are intelligent; both now and interim,—and are inclined to present and insist upon a fair consideration of their rights and duties. We firmly believe, that the most sublime and potent statement ever uttered by mankind assembled, to be the following: "We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal—they are endowed by their Creator with certain inalienable rights, among these are life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. To secure these rights, governments are instituted among men; deriving their just powers, from the consent of the governed." Also, that it is the sum and sub substance, the very essence and soul of our government. We therefore reaffirm allegiance and loyalty to our government, and pledge to it—the best that is in us. And in accordance with its just principles, and our natural inclination—we undertake to do our full portion as units of it. First—By awakening the members of the race to the full sense of the mutuality; of the duties and obligations under and in our government. Secondly—To impress upon them the necessity of measuring up to the full capacity of such citizenship. And to the attainment of these objects and ends, we deem it wise and expedient;—and firmly believe, that the best interest, and highest purposes of our government, as well also, that of all the units of it; will be best subserved, by causing to be applied to us;—a rule of Reason, Common Sense and Justice, by all other elements and units of our government; rather than one, fraught with unwarranted prejudice and hate which entails upon us;—the horrible iniquities of Race prescription, Jim Crowism, Segregation, etc., while our boys in France are "Going over the top" for the cause of Democracy, the essentials of which are being denied the race at home. Lynching. We, as loyal and patriotic citizens, deplore the prevalence of the spirit of Mob Rule which has overridden our country; and implore our government to take the necessary steps to eradicate this evil, and ask drastic Federal legislation toward this end. We commend the President for the Righteous and Statesmanlike position he has taken on this evil, and ask him to message the same to Congress,—recommending such legislation. Our Soldiers. We are creditably informed that there has been gross mistreatment of our soldiers in certain camps. We ask the War Department to investigate and correct the game. Railroads. We believe that we should be ac- --- Schools: We ask fair and equitable expenditure of public money in the maintenance of Public School, in giving longer terms in certain localities, and better pay for teachers. Franchise As affecting our franchise rights, we ask no new legislation. Labor. Preparedness. For all of which, for our common weal, we do most respectfully pray; and thus, we shall ever pray. I. F. Bradley, (Kas.) Chairman A. J. Smitherman (Okla.), Sec. J. W. Bell (Ky.). E. T. Morris (Mass.). Rev. Byron Gunner (N. Y.). J. D Cook (Ind.). D. Stewart (Md.). E. Moore (Tenn.). Mrs. Ida B. Wells-Barnett (Ill.) Mrs. L. B. Williams (Penn.) S. R. Gipson (Ill.) WHY WE ARE HERE. Address of Judge I. F. Bradley, of Kansas City, Kans., at Chicago, Ill., Sept. 19th, 1918. (Under the auspices of the National Equal Rights League.) King and priestcraft have ruled and ruined the world, since in it they have been;—the one, by a crown, and the other, by a Cross of Gold. Some years ago I called attention, in a pamphlet, to what seemed to me to be an awakening of the Nations of the Earth, and spoke of the several Civiliations, which have (Continued on Fourth Page) VIM AND VIGOR HAIR PROMOTER Makes Long Soft and Glossy Hair. You Can't Go Wrong When You Order VIM and VIGOR HAIR PROMOTER. 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Topeka Industrial and Educational Institute Biggest and Best Agricultural and Industrial School West of the Mississippi River Strong Faculty selected from ten of the Best Schools, Colleges and Universities throughout the country. High Moral and Educational Standards wil Ibe Maintained. FOSTERED BY, FRENCH KING Famous Sevres Ware Had Its Beginning When It Favorably Attracted Attention of Louis. Early in the eighteenth century the manufacture of a rather artificial-looking porcelain was begun at Rouen, France. At Chantilly, about the year 1725, a porcelain was made which imitated the Imari ware of Japan. Some 15 years later another factory was established at Vincennes, and now comes the beginning of the famous Sevres. It was in the year 1753, so historians interested in this subject tell us, that the king, Louis XV, who for the past five years had been making donations for the carrying on of the work, allowed the adjective "royal" to be added to the name of the work, and granted the use of two interlaced L's as a trademark. In order to keep a record of the porcelain made in different years, a scheme of lettering was arranged which, to the initiated, would tell the tale. For example, an A in the space between the two L's signified that the piece of porcelain thus marked was made in that year in which the king began to take an active interest in the work, 1753. Three years later the factory was removed from Vincennes to Sevres, and it is there that one may visit it today, over in one corner of the beautiful park of St. Cloud, not ar from the Seine. And, in 1753, the king took it over as a state industry, to be managed henceforth as such. Now, it happened that the making of porcelain appealed to Madame de Pompadour, and she did everything in her power to bring the Sevres product up to the highest possible artistic standard, to popularize the ware at court and throughout the country, and even throughout the whole of Europe. Among the beautiful colors which were employed in this ware, one of the loveliest was named for her, the "rose Pompadour." DEFINITION OF DOG DAYS May Not Be Strictly Orthodox, But It Surely Covers the Ground Most Thoroughly. We don't know whether there are dog days, according to the almanac, that is, or not. Several years have passed since we had in the house one of those little books with a disemboweled gentleman on the front cover, so there is no means of finding out. A hot and muggy day is not a dog day, technically, unless the dog star, Sirius, the original Skye terrier presumably, is in evidence, or opposition, or something. 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Slocum of the University of Cincinnati, the key to the riddle lies in the fact that in the case of the Greek form of the name of Nero, written in Hebrew characters, the letters of the name have each a numerical significance according to the number notation of the Hebrews, and the sum of the numbers is 666. The apostle in excoriating the emperor would have sound it unsafe to mention him outright, or in some obvious symbolism, such as in Latin or Greek numbers, while using Hebrew characters would be fair concealment to Roman eyes. The other imagery of the Book of Revelation works out strikingly in accordance with the assumption that John was writing discreetly about the persecuting Roman emperor. CHAPTER BUYS LIBERTY BONDS While Sheba Chapter No. 18, O. E. S., is not the richest chapter in the city, it is doing its part in the War crisis, as it has already allowed money to take out a Fourth Liberty Bond. Mrs. Bertha Carroll is the grand matron of Kansas and Colorado. It is the first woman's lodge in the city to purchase a Liberty Bond. The Neighborhood Bible Class, representatives held their second Bible service at the jail Sunday morning. After a hymn, Mrs. H. Miller invoked God's blessing; then Mrs. Matthews read John V chapter and Mrs. Johnson made a good talk on the Scripture; Mrs. Presley Younger gave the invitation. One white prisoner askd thm to sing, "When the Roll is Called." `They praised the hymns and joined in the singing and the unconverted colored and whites pledged to follow Christ. SOME INCREASE! In 1880, says The Crisis, Negroes in Georgia held property valued at $5,764,293; in 1917 the figures had increased to $40,287,921 — nearly seven fold in thirty-seven years. Mr. William Gamble worshipped at Metropolitan Temple Sunday night. Mr. and Mrs. Bullard of Independence were in the city and attended Metropolitan Temple Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Freeman of Kansas City, Mo., attended Metropolitan Temple Sunday. Mr. Spencer of California, son of Mrs. J. T. Roberts, attended Metropolitan Temple. Sunday and returned to Camp Funston. Dr. F. D. Booker of Camp Funston visited his mother on Everett avenue Sunday. Mr. Walter Maddox was in the city Sunday and visited his mother, Mrs. P. Younger, on Freeman. 4TH LIBERTY LOAN SEPT. 30 OCT. 1 2 "OLD SIGNS DO Watch out for "OLD SIGNS DO NOT DECEIVE" Watch out for these three. PALMER'S "HAIR-SUCCESS" Dressing They stand for Me This Ointment successful in thousands of ca The Only ORIGINAL At all druggist upon receipt of Made The Mor They stand for Merit and Reputation. They stand for Merit and Reputation. This Ointment successfully used for eighty years, in thousands of cases of skin troubles. The Only ORIGINAL Complexion Brightener. At all druggists, or sent by mail upon receipt of price, 25¢ each. Made Only By Beware of Substitutes and Imitations. They may be dangerous. Look for the Melon-Colored packages and our Trade Marks. BIBLE CLASS. PALMER'S SKIN-SUCCESS Ointment FRIDAY. SEP. METROPOLITAN TEMPLE NOTES Promptly on time te pastor opened the morning service. A large congregation of members, visitors and friends greeted him and he delivered an inspiring sermon from Ephesians 1st14. The choir arrayed in their white robes, intersperced appropriate music and so the church doors were opened they sang "O Precious Fountain," and the pastor led all the people in singing of Jesus, our greatest friend, and several joined the church. Also, about 25 were fellow-shipped into God's army. At the evening's service, Pastor Holmes preached fervently and with apostolic authority on "Who's on the Lord's Side?" He also spoke of how soldiers going forth to battle should be on the Lord's side, and if they fall and die, they will be saved His heart is filled with Christianity and patriotism, so much so he often uses his own money to aid soldiers and soldiers' dependents, regardless of what church they belong to. He has aided several Methodists and people of other churches. Next Sunday October 6, he will be ready to preach other good sermons for Christ. People of all occupations are invited to hear him; also all soldiers and visitors who may be in the city. The ordinary collection was more than $115. The Sewing Circle met at Mrs. Moore's, on Tenth street. Rev. E. W. Smith of Chanute, and who was appointed presiding elder of the Wichita District at the last conference, visited his brother, Presiding Elder J. T. Smith of the Kansas City District on his return home. Rev. H. H. Dent, pastor at Weir City, Kans., stopped off in the city a short time on his return from conference. Rev. J. W. Gillespie, the pastor at Pleasanton, Kans., was sent to Rosedale this year. He is a Kansas City, Kans., boy. Mr. H. M. G. Spencer, one of our soldier boys, visited Mr. and Mrs. J. T. Roberts Sunday. Miss Booker of Lee's Summit visited Mrs. Ida Jones-Thomas this week. Mr. Matt Carroll, Jr., and Miss Mary E. Link were callers at the pretty new residence of Mr. and Mrs. Yates at 931 Washington boulevard. Mrs. J. P. Clark worshipped at Metropolitan Temple Sunday night. Mr. and Mrs. Benj. Gaines and daughter of Topeka visited Mrs. Marie Wilson and Stella Hayden and attended Metropolitan church Sunday. DO NOT DECEIVE" for these three. PALMER'S SUCCESS PASSING PALMER'S SKIN-SUCCESS SOAP Merit and Reputation. Fully used for eighty years, leases of skin troubles. Complexion Brightener. Sits, or sent by mail of price, 25¢ each. Only By Drug Co. Brooklyn, N. Y. And Imitations. They may be Melon-Colored packages and our National Institute Special School West of the GIRLS and Universities throughout the coun- RED DETAILORING DOMESTIC ARTS MUSIC AUTO REPAIRS AND OPERA- TION. BER 10, 1918 pi pal. Electric Lights --- --- FRIDAY, SEP. 27, 1918 THE KANSAS CITY ADVOCATE THOMAS KENNEDY, Editor and Prop. G. A. GREGG, Associate Editor. MERVIN HARRIS, Circulation Manager. MES. M. C. MATTHEWS. Society Editor. 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OCTOBER S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 The figures printed in blackface above indicate the days on which you will get all the race news if you subscribe now. Do so; it will pay you! OMAHA PEOPLE GOOD ENTERTAINERS. The superb manner in which the people of Omaha entertained the big A. M. E. conference last week fully sustained the well merited reputation which these good people have for years enjoyed. It is a great undertaking for any city to entertain this; large conference, composed of delegates and visitors, missionary society representatives, all bringing up the attendance at this gathering of church workers, men and women, to great numbers and they all seemed to be blessed with liberal appetites. Dr. Williams, pastor of St. John's church, and his loyal members surely did the matter to the delight of all visitors. They had their plans for entertaining their guests well systematized and everything went off with decorus regularity. A bountiful breakfast was served at the homes of the hospitable people and lunch and dinner at the church. The best that the market affords was served to the guests, at all places where they ate. The menu consisted of all the good things which make glad the "inner-man." - The excellent manner in which service was rendered at the church was observed and drew out much favorable comment. The delicacies were prepared in the highest form known to the culinary art and the waitresses and ladies aiding administered to the wants of their guests in the most attractive and gracious manner. Near the close of the proceedings strong commendatory resolutions were adopted, which declared that Dr. Williams and his church and those who aided in the matter, had given the conference the best entertainment in its long and interesting history. The church from South Omaha, Dr.Broadenax, the popular pastor of that church, and his devoted people fully sustained the excellent reputa- THE WEEKLY ANNOUNCER OF FIRST A. M. E. CHURCH J. F. GRIFFIN, Pastor. Residence, 1111 North Eighth St. 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. 7:45 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. Friday class meeting 8 P. M. CHURCH NEWS Rev. J. E. Patterson, assistant pastor had charge Sunday, while the pastor was attending his conference. Rev. Patterson preached at the 11 o'clock service to a good audience and his sermon was of that scholarly and impressive kind. Rev. Green, one of the church's local preachers, delivered the message at the evening service. Dr. Griffin has been returned to First Church to the delight and joy of the entire membership and friends of this church. He will fill his pulpit all day Sunday and just returning from conference, will have lots to tell the people that will be interesting. Next Session Here. The next annual conference will be held at First A. M. E., so commence brushing up. Omaha went "Over the Top," Where is' First Church going in 1919? Over with a counter march There were some fifteen members of this church attended the conference and the Bishop had no chance, even if he had so desired to do so, in taking from us the pulpit giant and financier of the West. We humbly thank you, Bishop. EIGHTH STREET CHRISTIAN CHURCH Services were largely attended all day Sunday. Rev. Terry, the pastor, delivered a strong and intellectual sermon at the 11 o'clock service. The rally which had been set for this day was quite a success, $262 being laid upon the table during the day. At 3:30 p. m., a fine service was held and those who assisted the pastor were Rev. Sawyer of the Ninth street M. E. church, Mrs. Alphin, the wife of Rev. Alphn of Kansas City, Mo., and Lawyer Dorsey Green, who made an address. While the membership is not so large in this church, they are faithful and co-operate with their pastor, who is doing a great work for the Master tion of this superb city for its generous and whole-hearted hospitality, in handsomely entertainig the conference on Saturday. In short, there was absolutely left nothing undone which could contribute to the pleasure and success of this great conference, one of the largest and most influential in the country. The good people of that great city will long remain, in the thoughts and hearts of those who visited them and many are the good wishes taken away by the visitors for the continued prosperity and happiness of Omaha, and its cultured, industrious and prosperous people, who fully merit all the many good things which they so enjoy. THE COLORED AMERICAN CITIZEN. At the A. M. E. conference at Omaha last week the President was given an unqualified endorsement in all departments of his administration. The army, the navy and Red Cross were especially indorsed and the President heartily commended for the liberality of his administration relative to the colored citizen. Some time ago, when commenting on the commuting of the death sentence to life imprisonment of a number of colored soldiers who were condemned by court martial to be shot, the President said: "I. desire the clemency here, ordered to be a recognition of the splendid loyalty of the race to which these soldiers belong and an inspiration to the people, of that, race to further zeal and service to the country of which they are citizens, and for the liberties of which so many of them are now bravely bearing arms at the very front of great fields of THE KANSAS CITY ADVOCATE To which the Garnett Review adds: "It is believed that the action of the President, especially with his reason given for clemency, will meet with the capproval of the American people. "The colored Americans, as a race, have proved their loyalty as soldiers, as workers and as citizens generally. There are no exact figures of the amount of Liberty Loan bonds and War Savings stamps they have purchased, but enough is known to warrant the statement that, according to their means and ability, their financial support of the government has been splendid. The treasury department has on more than one occasion referred to this fact. The President's action above mentioned, it is believed and hoped, will bring a hearty response from the colored Americans in the fourth loan." FORTY-THIRD ANNUAL A: M: E: CONFERENCE T. M. Reeves; Sterling, _____; St. John, _____; Salina, H. M. Miekiens. Omaha, Neb., Sept. 19. "And are we yet alive?" was used yesterday morning to open the 43rd annual session of the Kansas African Methodist Episcopal conference, presided over by Bishop H. Blanton Parks, D.D., of Chicago, one of the most remarkable men of the race in America. Bishop Parks read the scripture lesson and the opening prayer was made by Rev. J. S. Payne, of Lincoln. Rev. B. R. Ross, of Coffeyville, preached the opening sermon, which was scholarly and instructive. He used as his text, "They that be wise teachers shall shine."—Dan. x:3. Following the sermon, Holy Communion was administered by Bishop H., B. Parks, assisted by the presiding elders of the conference. Conference roll. was called, the ministers all being present with two or three exceptions. R. C. Henderson of Hutchinson was elected secretary; J. W. Williams, recording secretary; T. W. Green, Jr., statistical secretary; T. E. Walker, A. H. DeMoss, John Allen, marshals. The following transfers were presented to the conference: W. C. Williams, from Southwest Missouri; A. C. Tally, from North Misouri; J. A. Brown, from California; Wm. Tyler and John Adams, from Colorado; W. R. Carson, Oklahoma; G. B. Billops, Louisiana; G. P. Haywood, West Kentucky. A number of visitors were presented, and the conference took up the reports of pastors. It was considered gratifying to all to see the increase in membership, in money raised, especially for the dollar money fund. It was suggested that the Kansas conference was going over the top. One of the most interesting features of the opening of the conference was the address of Bishop H. Blanton Parks. It was truly a patriotic address, filled with loyalty and inspiration not alone to the conference, but to the whole race. "We are going to win the war," declared Bishop Parks, "and in so doing we are going to make the whole world free. "Every Negro in America must absolutely do his whole duty and in doing so he will help to break the backbone of kaiserism. The Negro is loyal, always has been—in fact he knows nothing else but loyalty, and he loves his country like he loves his own life, and for our flag every one of us will die. We are responding to the call-of our country in large numbers. Our boys in France are taking-care of the situation. I am not concerned about the future, because they are going to take care of the future for us, but let us do our part now. Let us see to it that we subscribe for Liberty Bonds, for War Savings Stamps, contribute to the Red Cross or anything else we are called on to do for the nation. "The utterances of our president have been wise, perhaps, the greatest of any man who has been in the White House. He will go down in history as one of the greatest American staesman. He has spoken out, against mob violence and lynching as no other man who has ever been president of the United States. Disloyalty, don't belong to us. "We are going to have complete victory, and the talone will end the war. I have no faith in Austria." Following the address of Bishop Parks, Dr. J. R. Ransom, of Wichi- ta, the leader of the conference and sage of his race, obtained the floor and commended the patriotic address of Bishop Parks, and then spoke in words of praise of the soldiers in France. He said that the race had already furnished 265,000 Negroes to the country and soon there would be in khaki 29,000 more. He offered resolutions assuring President Wilson of the loyalty and patriotism of the Negro and that the race reaffirmed its loyalty. He spoke of a pioneer general who had just returned from France, where he had watch the progress of the war conducted by the Allies, and the good things which he had seen done by the 92nd Division. The resolutions were unanimously adopted by the conference, and the conference sang "America." The afternoon session was spent in hearing reports of pastors. Wednesday evening was a reception to the Bishop and members of the conference by St. John A. M. F. church. Rev. Dr. W. C. Williams acted as master of ceremonies, and special music was given by the choir of St. John's. "We are glad to have you hold this session here," said Dr. Williams, "because it is one of the greatest ages in the history of the world, and what you shall say and do here this week will be an inspiration to unborn boys and girls. We will hear from you about our boys over the sea, those who are fighting for our country and to make the world free. The people of Omaha want you to know that you are welcome and for that reason have selected some of our best speakers to convey to you their message." The Mother Methodist church extended welcome through the Rev. Dr. Titus Lowe, pastor of the Methodist Episcopal church; the Colorado Ministerial Alliance extended welcome through the Rev. Dr. Griffin G. Logan, and the local church was represented by John Smith and Mrs. Luella McCullough, spoke for the women's auxiliaries of the church. Refresments were served to all by a committee of the St. John church. Mrs. Kittie Lee worshipped at Metropolitan Temple Sunday morning. SENATE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION NO. 18. A proposition to amend section 1 of article 5 of the constitution of the state of Kansas relative to the right of suffrage. Be it resolved by the Legislature of the State of Kansas, two-thirds of the members elected to each house concurring therein: Section 1. The following proposition to amend the constitution of the state of Kansas is hereby submitted to the qualified elctors of the state for their approval or rejection; That section 1 of article 5 of the constitution of the state of Kansas be amended to read as follows: Section 1. Every citizen of the United States of the age of twenty-one years and upwards—who shall have resided in Kansas six months next preceding any election, and in the township or ward in which he or she offers to vote, at least thirty days next preceding such election—shall be deemed a qualified elector. Sec. 2. That this proposition shall be submitted to the electors of the state at the general election in the year 1918 for their approval or rejection. The amendment hereby proposed shall be designated on the ballot by the following title: "The suffrage amendment to the constitution," and shall be voted for or against as provided by law under such title. Sec. 3. That this resolution shall take effect and be in force from and after its publication in the statute book. Passed the Senate February 28. 1917. Passed the House March 8, 1917. Approved March 12, 1917. I hereby certify that the foregoing a true and correct copy of the original Senate Concurrent Resolution No. 18, now on file in my office. J. T. BOTKIN, (Seal) Secretary of State. (First published August 9, 1918.) 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. 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Mr. and Mrs. Charles Fields are very happy They have their mother with them. She hopes to make her home with them this winter. Mother will always think of her only boy. Mrs. W. H. Newton gave her son, Elmer Newton, a handsome silver cornet, lined with gold for his birthday present. He is very proud of the gift, as he is one of the band boys and also a high school student. Mrs. T. Brown gave a miscellaneous shower to the expected bride, Miss George Foster. The bride-to-be received quite a few valuable presents and the hostess served lemon ice and delicious cake. The hostess gave a reading and music was rendered by Miss Clara Johnson and Miss Viola Brown, the daughter of the hostess. The services at the New Hope Baptist church were nicely attended Sunday morning. A sermon for children was preached at 1130. Subject, "The Prodigal Son." Baptizing took place at 2 o'clock. Evening services were larged attended. The subject of the sermon being, "After the Ball." Mr. John Peterson is on the sick list. We wish him a speedy recovery. Mrs. Allen left last week for a week's visit in Chicago. Quita a few hearts beat faster this week after having received cards from their loved ones across the sea. (Continued from First Page) come into existence, as not being Progressive, but rather each, beginning on the ruins of its predecessor, to cover the same ground, with a different particularity. I also spoke of the American Civilization, as completing the course of "The Star of Empire, on its Westward way,"—by our insular policy, in the Far-West-East, making it necessary for the Star of Empire to again rise in the East.—"Westward to take its way." I also suggested that the all important question was: "What will this rising of the new Star be? How will it rise? Over What will it rise? Will the rising of the new Star of Empire be that— Over the community of men, "Truly Great, wherein the PEN will be mightier than the Sword." Or will it rise over a Purturbed world, amid the storm and dreadful thunder of wars,—over turmoil and suffering and sin, shining through Prejudice, Hate and Injustice;—over a Regime minus of Toleration, with Shattered Hopes and Trimbling Fears,—Replete with Misery, Devastation, Blood and Tears. How far out of place these remarks were at that time, I leave you to judge, by what has hefallen the world in the last four years. One thing said then that I now prize highly,—'twas of the part that would be played by our own great Nation,—in the New Alignment that must needs take place in the affairs of the World. That statement was not at hap-hazard and without thought, but was based upon a careful-consideration of the principles underlying our Government, of which I have made some little smattering of study. Our Government, a most beautiful conception in all the Earth. Really and truly—a "Thing of Beauty, and a Joy forever." Oh, How Grand,—when measured by that Try-square, that cannot fail,—Reason and Common Sense,—Our Government,—easily becomes the Greatest and Most Potent. Conception, ever evolved from the Brain Mrs. W. H. Winston has arrived home and is quite active in her life work, and as God has blessed her with a sweet voice to sing his praise we, the people of Chanute, feel blessed to have her and her husband, Rev. C. H. Winston. Mrs. Glover accompanied Mrs. Winston to Iola to organize the B. Y. P. U. The Phoenix Relief Corps No. 44 gave its first public program Sunday afternoon, Sept. 22. A very appreciative audience was present to enjoy the program, which was rendered in an excellent manner. Those taking part in the program, other than members of the corps, were Rev. Winston, pastor of New Hope Baptist church, and Rev. Johnson, pastor of the M. E. church. Rev. Winston's remarks brought forth tremendous applause, as he pleaded to his people to support Old Glory as they had always done and trust in God for results. Rev. Johnson spoke on things to be expected after the war had closed. We truly hope it will be as the reverend gentleman portrayed it. His speech was very inspiring and greatly applauded. The following numbers completed the program: Mrs. Lou Taylor, president of the Corps, presided, and Mrs. Kitty Clem, patriotic instructor, had charge of the program. Several members of the white W. R. C. were present and took part in the exercises, Our Government,—Glorious indeed,—the soul of which is: "We hold these truths to be self-evident,—that all men are created equal, they are endowed by their Creator with certain inalienable rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness." That to secure these Rights, governments are instituted among men; deriving their Just Powers from the Consent of the Governed. That is all there is of Government,—That is all there can be of Government;—That IS Our Government. There can be none greater. Standing here more than a century's distance away from the time and circumstances, out of which this all-pervading idea grew, a time in which the rights of men properly imbued, were being ruthlessly overridden and disregarded, when they were being outraged, oppressed and enslaved, then it was they cried out: in these immoral terms. Tis true they were hated and oepised by those who oppressed them, but that did not detract from the Truth and worth of the terms used, nor from the strength and beauty of the Conception, nor the Potency of the Government thus formed,—to be in this awful hour Danger to the safety of men in the world, the nistrumentality of saying the Civilization of the world, and establishing the Democracy of Men. Can you give any good reason why we should not assemble? "Then come, let us reason together" I believe we may do the world some good;—for we are a part of the world, and according to demonstrated truths, we can not be taken out of it. And since, since here, 'Tis better to be here Intelligently and as a factor in operation, than in Dull passiveness, or in Active Undesirability. On contemplation,—it will be clear to the most indifferent; that after this deluge fo death and destruction that now engulfs he world,—there must be a new alignment;—Reason dictates to me, that the best results from this great operation can only be obtained, by reason of the Better or Best, preparation of the participants therein. The most potent reason we give for this New Alignment will be: the preservation of the Democracy there established. To me, it seems well that we have assembled. The motives which move us, have their precedent in the action of the founders of this Government. Blessed as we are, with the duties of Citieznship, in the performance of which, we are not only Cheerful, but exultant.—We glory in doing our Duty, our Whole Duty, at any and all times. WHEN NEURAL ATTACKS N Sloan's Liniment the congestion relieves pain A little, applied without penetrate immediately and soothe the nerves. Sloan's Liniment is very allaying external pains, straches, stiff joints, sore muscles, neuritis, sciatica, rheum. Keep a big bottle always for family use. Druggists One among which, and important, is that of seeing to it, that every unit of this great government is capable of, and inclined to attain to its highest efficiency as a factor in the operation of it: This involves the necessity of calling attention to lack of action, or mis direction of action, in part. In the application of principles which, by reason of the construction of the machinery and its operation, is left to certain localities—in that they are applied in the light of, and in accordance with the Sentiment, enlightenment, or the lack of it, of these particular localities. Thus it may seem, that the neglect, and abuses may, and usually do arise. "Tis concerning these,—that we have assembled to bring to the light and petition correction. And who will say, 'tis not opportune,—the time to do Right, is All the time. And a matchless master of economy, has well said "There is nothing of which we man conceive, that has the force and power,—of an Idea, whose time has come." We believe the Time has come, that we should assemble, and Intelligently prepare our card, for play, at the game which is, and shall be, the Convocation of men,—in a Democracy' of the World,—Where Kingcraft and Autocracy will be known by their absence, where the Idea, generated and expressed by those masters for all ages,—the framers of our government;—in "We hold these truths to be self-evident—." And that such sentiment will be the "Sign Manual" and that which shall rule the world—thereafter. And we hope, and even believe, that the awful "Night of human suffering and oppression will have missed, and forever; and in the bright effulgence of "Truth's High Noon,"—we shall see a "World, where Kings are dust, and the aristocracy of idleness will be no more." A world, in which Race Prejudice and Hate will not be the power by which one race succeeds in enslaving and outraging another;—but rather a world, in which, Truth will have had a fair and square hearing,—the Truth, which alone can make men free. Toward such a goal ,this Congress of Negroes is headed. Do you condemn? Or do you approve? SECOND ANNUAL REUNION ROBINSON-PARKERS One of the largest and most remarkable events of its kind ever held in this city, was the reunion of the Robinson-Stewart families, which was held at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. E. Scott, 821 Freeman avenue, Sunday, Sept. 22nd, from 8 a.m., to 8 p.m. To say it was 'e lightful is putting it mildly. It was absolutely the most enjoyable society event that has been here for years. It was a union of love of one of the largest and best known families of our race. The oldest living relative present was Mr. John Logan, a fine old veteran of the Civil War, who was brought from the Soldiers' Home at Leavenworth. The prime movers of the occasion were Mr. George Stewart, Officer Wesley Robinson, M1s. Bertha Scott and Mrs. M C Matthews, all first cousins, and they were assisted financially and otherwise by Mrs. Wesley Lewis, Mrs. Butler, Mr. John Wilson, Mrs. Lizzie Cole, Miss Addie Taylor and other cousins. The decorations and souvenirs were prepared by Mrs. Celesta Meeks and a committee. They were in keeping with the day, and the dining room was decorated beautifully with festosons of the national colors, while over the spacious table was a service flag for Lorenzo Callaway, George Bradford and Jesse Royston, relatives, who are now either on their way or in France. Before dinner, Mrs. M. Calaway-Mathews, a poetess, and ex-teacher WHEN NEURALGIA ATTACKS NERVES WHEN NEURALGIA ATTACKS NERVES Sloan's Liniment scatters the congestion and relieves pain A little, applied without rubbing, will penetrate immediately and rest and soothe the nerves. Sloan's Liniment is very effective in allaying external pains, strains, bruises, aches, stiff joints, sore muscles, lumbago, neuritis, sciatica, rheumatic twinges Keep a big bottle always on hand for family use. Druggists everywhere. Sloan's Eniment Kills Pain played piano selections. When dinner was announced, about 20 guests at the time were entertained, and Miss Alma Boone discoursed music. More than eighty-five guests were present, and partook of the following delicious menu of four courses: Beaten biscuit, fried chicken in abundance, chicken and dumplings, English mashed potatoes, string beans with ham, corn, beets, celery, cabbage with jole, salmon salad, chicken salad, cheese and pimienta sandwiches, many other kinds of sandwiches, apples pie a la mode, American ice cream, three kinds of cake; everything served in abundance. Mr. Walter Scott sang a beautiful solo, and Mr. T. B. J. Robinson of Kansas City, Mo., made the principal speech and toast for the family, after which Mrs. B. C Scott made an appropriate response and Mrs. Matthews made the motion of thanks to her for the use of her nice home. Miss Orpheus Scott, one of our present teachers, also a photographer, took the pictures of all in groups of four or five each. Some names of those at already mentioned who were present were; Mr. French Stewart of Liberty, Mo.; Misses Hellene Stewart, Corinne Stewart; Mrs. Josie Reed of Platte City; Mrs. Ella Simms, St. Joe; Mrs. Mary Taylor, St. Joe; Robert Thatcher and Vivian Thatcher, Liberty; Mrs. Anna Harold and Maggie Stewart, Kansas City, Mo.; Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin Robinson, Scittie Thatcher, Liberty; Miss Mattie Cole; Mr. and Mrs. Wesley Robinson, Miss Grace Royston, Mr. Ed Bryan, Claude and James Cole; Rev. and Mrs. Alva Royston, Mrs. Lulu Taylor, Mrs. Roy Boone, Mrs. Mattie Calaway-Bibbs; Mrs. Ethel Monroe, Quindaro; Mrs. Ithery Fullbright; Mrs. Edna Fitchue; Mr. Frank Cole, Mildred Boston; Norman Colt; Orestes Meeks; Mr. John Cole; Mrs. Ola Saunders and children, Platte City; Mrs. M. C. Elligan; Mrs. Mary Cole; Solomon Monroe; Vivian Cole; Bellbert Monroe, Cordelia Monroe; Geneva Monroe; Ione Cole; Oly Ford; Messrs. L. Baity and Gates, and other names we did not get. All said they never enjoyed themselves better. Miss Maggie Stewart played some lovely closing music and after all received souvenir cards tied with red, white and blue ribbon, they reluctantly began to leave and bade each other farewell until the next reunion in August or September of next year. Mrs. L. Calaway-Moore, of Lincoln, Neb., and seventy or eighty other relatives sent regrets for non-attendance at the reunion. U. R. SERMON POSTPONED The U. R. K. P. sermon, which was to take place Sunday, Sept, 29th has been postponed. The date will be announced later. CAPT. HARRY FORD. EDITOR HIGHLY The editor and his wife were highly and pleasantly entertained while attending the Kansas Conference last week at Omaha at the large and beautiful modern home of Mrs. M. A. Shelton, 3410 North Twenty-ninth street. Mrs. Shelton is a splendid Christian woman and is known in her community and church for extensive charitable work. She is a member of a number of leading societies and lodges of which she holds prominent offices in many of them. Mrs. Shelton is one of St. John's A. M. E. church's substantial members. Mr. Jenkins, brother-in-law of Mayne Jenkins, is here from Chicago, stopping at Mrs. Blue's on Nebraska avenue. 7th and Virginia Ave. Bell West 588 ALL GRADES OF HARD AND SOFT COAL Cord Wood, Kindling Wood and Corn Cobs CORRECT WEIGHT and PRICES RIGHT ```markdown ``` WESTERN University QUINDARO KANSAS Opens Monday, Sept. 9th, 1918 Departments---Academic, Normal (1 year), Trades, Agricultural, Music,Theological,Nurse Training. Two-year renewal certificate given on completion of the Academic Course, followed by the Normal Course of one year. Write now for catalog and application blanks. LOW TERMS EXCELLENT FACILITIES GOOD DISCIPLINE Address: F. JESSE PECK, GEO. K. WILLIAMS, President. Registrar. HOMES OF TWO RACE FAMILIES ARE BOMBED A house at 1400 Garfield avenue, occupied by Wade Langley, a Negro, and his family, was bombed early Saturday, explosives being thrown against the side of the building. Windows in the house shattered. The nature of the explosive used is not known. Dynamite was exploded under the rear porch of a house occupied by Mrs. Priscilla Quarles, a Negro woman, 2436 Montgall avenue, early Saturday. The porch was partly blown away. CITIZENS FORUM IS TO OPEN SUNDAY The Citizens Forum, after its summer vacation, will reopen this Sunday, Sept 29th, at Metropolitan Baptist Temple, Ninth street and Washington Boulevard A patriotic program of strong character has been arranged for the opening The State Guards, with their band, will turn out and the military boys of Western University will be special guests. Rev. D. A. Holmes will make the principal address. Besides music by the State Guards band, Mr. Reynolds of Summer High school will sing a special selection. You are cordially invited to attend. Bring your house guests and neighbors. G. B. BUSTER, Pres. PUBLICATION NOTICE. In the District Court of Wyandotte County, Kansas. Shelton R. Wilson, Plaintiff, vs. No. 9911-A. Dorthula Wilson, Defendant. State of Kansas, Wyandote County, ss: The State of Kansas, to the above named defendant, greeting: You are hereby notified that the said plaintiff above named, did, on the 9th day of September, 1918, file his petition in the District-Court of Wyandotte County, State of Kansas, against you for divorce, upon the grounds of gross neglect of duty and abandonment. Unless you answer said petition by demurrer or otherwise, on or be fore the 26th day of October, 1918, the allegations in said petition will be taken as true and upon further proof, the plaintiff will be granted a divorce as prayed for in said petition. L. W. JOHNSON, Attorney for Plaintiff. Atest: R. J. McFarland, Clerk. By J. P. Fox, Deputy. (First publication, Sept. 13, 1918.) Matthews 7th and Virginia Ave. ALL GRADES OF HA Cord Wood, Kindling CORRECT WEIGHT and Play Safe and Or Matthews 7th and Virginia Ave. WEST Univ PUBLICATION NOTICE In the District Court of Wyand County, Kansas. You are hereby notified that you have been sued in the District Court of Wyandotte County, Kansas, and unless you appear and answer on or before Oct. 24, 1918, the petition filed against you will be presented and evidence given on it, and a judgment rendered thereon, the nature of which will be a decree divorcing plaintiff from you, and for the costs of this action. I. F. BRADLEY, Attorney for Plaintiff. Attest: R. J. McFarland, Clerk of District Court. (First publication Sept. 13, 1918.) PUBLICATION NOTICE. In the District: Court of Wyandotte County, Kansas, 3rd Div. Jordan Fonsworth, - Plaintiff, vs. No. 9780. Annie Fonsworth Defendant. To Annie Fonsworth: You are hereby notified that you have been sued by the above named plaintiff in the District Court of Wyandotte County, Kansas, for divorce. and that you are required to answer the petition of the plaintiff, filed in the office of the clerk of the District Court, Wyandotte County, Kansas, on or before he 3rd day of October, 1918, or said petition will be taken as true and judgment will be rendered against you in favor of plaintiff, granting him an absolute divorce from you, and for such other and further relief as the nature of the case may require. DORSEY GREEN, Attorney for Plaintiff. (First publication August 23, 1918.) PUBLICATION NOTICE. In the District Court of Wyandotte County. Kansas. Third Division. Mary M. Patton, vs. Plaintiff, No. 9933A. George Patton, Defendant. To George Patton: You are hereby notified that you have been sued by the above named plaintiff in the District Court of Wyandotte County, Kansas, for divorce, in which plaintiff alleges gross neglect of duty and abandonment; and that you are required to answer the petition of plaintiff filed in the office of the Clerk of the District Court, Wyandotte County, Kansas, on or before the 24th day of October, 1918, os said petition will be taken as true and judgment will be rendered agains you in favor of plaintiff, granting her an absolute divorce of and from you, and for such other and further relief as the nature of the case may require. DURSEY GREEN, Attorney for Plaintiff. (First Publication Sept. 13, 1918.) S Coal Co. Bell West 588 ARD AND SOFT COAL Wood and Corn Cobs and PRICES RIGHT Order Your Coal Now S Coal Co. Bell West 588 TERN ersity