Kansas City Advocate

--- KANSAS TWELVE MONTHS, $1.50. WE SUGGEST AND J. O. MII NEARLY A St. Louis, Mo.—When I took my pen in hand to write to you last week I was in Litte Rock, Ark., and you see where I am now, but I will not be here when you read this letter, for I am bound to go on the road. I want to thank the man who invented roads, or them fast running things that will let you eat breakfast in one state, dinner in another, supper in another, and then sleep in another stato all in one day. If you know anythinig at all about the age in which we live, you are bound to say that this is a great age in the history of the world and will thank Gol that you have lived if it. They have had a big war and that war is about ended. Some men went into it, but they will never war in this world no more. They have shot their last shoot, and flung their grenade, and perhaps they are among the angels now, and those who are not with angels are helping to keep the fire hot for the other fellows that are to follow them. I think it so wrong for the devil to be a devil just to take for the sole purpose of making them suffer. That is his business and I am told that he was made for the job. He may have his job and I want to here register it that I will never contest with him for his place. He may have it from now until the end of time. Then if this thing is to be continued he may still have it for I am heaven-bound myself. Where have you been and what have you been doing? How do you like the world? You see, I have been just a few places in the past week, for when I left Little Rock, I went to Pine Bluff, where I had the pleasure of spending a few hours with Prof. J. G. Ish, Jr., and his family. Prof. Ish is a busy man in the school room. From there I beat my way to Helena, stopping at Clarendon, Marvell, then on to the city where lives Dr. E. G. Morris, one of the biggest men of the race, and leader of the Baptists of the world. He has more Baptist people following him than any other one man in the world. I am not stretching the blanket in the least. The Baptist state convention met in that city and they had many people there. Just as soon as the meeting opened and people got there from all directions, then Dr. Morris was on hand and the ministers told of his greatness, and before you could say "Jack" they had up resolutions asking President Woodrow Wilson to appoint him a member of that body of men who are to meet in France soon and determine peace for the world. They mean this thing, and already they have telegraphed to the President and other documents have been sent to the White House. It was a great big convention over there, and when it was all over, then Y. W. CONVENT CLARENCE CA T. THEODO World Renowned V FOOTWEAR DNIGHT WAS AN ANGEL! I said I was glad to get myself together and start for another world. I did not know how important I was until I was sent to the home of one of the wealthiest women in this country, Mrs. Eliza Miller, the widow of the late A. H. Miller. She has nothing to do but just live on her own money and collect the rent from two hundred or more houses she owns in the town and at the same time making go her theatre. or moving picture show go. you see the white people would not permit my people to go into their moving picture show, hence Mrs. Miller just put up a brick building and made it possible for them to go to see their own show. Thats doing things, I am here to tell you. I made it up the road, and believe me, I thought one time that judgment was coming to me. I was sleeping at the rate of a thousand miles a minute, stretched back in a chair car, when I heard the falling of glass. I jumped and went so fast that I met myself comin gback. It looked like that I was a little angel and felt my wings growing out. It was an awful trying time with me. I felt happy and good. But it turned out that it was only some one had wanted to have a little fun and shot through the train. I was glad that God was not ready for me to come home. I am here for a few days longer, but just how many I cannot tell. The next thing I headed for St. Louis and got in here, going direct to church, where I heard one more good sermon, and after that sermon was over, I went to the home of Dr. S. A. Moseley, a big Baptist preacher, and talked with his people. I go in touch with Prof. A. E. Malone, president of Poro college. He greeted me, and assured me that he was glad to have me in town and said that I would be one of his honored guests during the opening of the Poro college building, which I will have to tell you about in my next letter, for it will take a whole letter and then the half will not be told. I did not know that we had such people in this world or any other world. I am here to mingle with representative people, and it would not be surprising to you to know that I have struck luck already. Did you ever hear tell of Roland W. Hayes of Boston, Mass., the man who has put tenor singing on the map recently and whose fame is nationwide? I met him, and I just looked wise, and told him of my wonderful voice as a singer, and that the only thing I needed was a tune, and wanted that he should tune me right there and then, but with a look of sympathy, he told me that he did not have the time. He came all the way from Boston to sing at the opening of the Poro college. He has entertained people all over our country, and it will C. A. ION HALL MERÓN WHITE and RE TAYLOR Violinist and Pianist. CITY KANSAS CITY, KANSAS, FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 29, 1918 CORNERSTONE LAYING BRINGS LARGE ATTENDANCE The cornerstone laying of Pleasant Green Baptist church at the corner of Fourth street and Oakland avenue, was largely attended last Sunday afternoon. The Masons of this city had the honor of performing the sacred rites. Several secret societies were present, among them were the U. B. F.'s and S. M. T.'s of which the pastor of this church, Rev. George McNeal, is grand master. Leavenworth came in large numbers, besides a number of other places in the state, were represented, also a goodly number from Kansas City, Mo. The large assembly contributed liberally to the assistance of this new church edifice. THE PEOPLE GIVE THANKS. Thanksgiving services were held in all of our churches at 11 o'clock, with their respective ministers delivering special sermons. Each congregation lifted a contribution, which in most cases went to some charitable institution in the city, such as Douglass Hospital and the Children's Orphans 'home. Barrels were placed on Wednesday at Douglass, Stowe, Dunbar and Lincoln public schools for the Childrens' Orphans 'home and at each school the receptables were filled with good things to eat. Sumner Higa school give their contributions in cash, which proved to be a nice sum. not be long before he will be in Europe, just as soon as things can get settled after the war is all over. Mr. Hayes is yet a young man, and as I looked into his face I decided that he had not been here much over thirty years, and I doubt whether he has made thirty yet. When in his boyhood days, it was discovered that he had a rare, rich tenor voice, and you know he was born where music is not rare with our people. He is a native of Old Georgia, and it was the hardships experienced by our people that taught us how to sing and how to pray. This young man got his foundation for an education in Chattanooga, Tenn., and then put on the finishing touches at Fisk University, and then for the extra finish went to Boston where he is now making his home. Boston is proud to claim him, but Boston must remember that it was Georgia who gave him to the world. I would like to adopt such a smart young man for my son. He is not only entertaining our people in song, but he is putting before the world our talented people. He is now furnishing to the world records. Not alone of his own songs, go that we may sit down in our homes at any time and have him entertain us, but he is coming to us with such singers and entertainers as H. T. Burleigh, J. Rosmond Johnson, Katherine A. Glen, Charles Marshall and many others. You can just send to him and get records of Negro singers for your phonograph. There are agents in Boston, Cambridge, Sprinfield, Woburn, Mass.; Philadelphia,) Portland, Ore.; Kansas Cit, Kans.; Oklahoma Cit, Okla.; San Francisco, Cal.; Louisville, K.; Charleston, S. C.; Detroit, Mich.; Montgomery, Ala.; Cleveland, Ohio; Norfolk, Va.; Oakland, Cal.; Pittsburgh, Pa., Birningham, Ala., and many places that I will not take time to mention. I thank God that I belong to this hustling race. I am proud, and when I got through shaking hands with Mr. Hayes I just went off and shouted, and one time I thought the police was gonig to lock me up, but I just explained that I was rejoicing over what the Lord had done for me and my race, and as I helped to fight in the Civil War I had a right to shout and he agreed with me, and told me to shout like the devil and his living quarters. I know ou will be happy when I tell you about his songs, about the Poro building, 142x137 feet, three stories mezzanine floor, basement and roof garden, fire-proof and steam-heated throughout; 95 dormitories and office room; latest model ice and refrigerating plant, with circulating ice water; local and long distance telephones in each room; every room an outside room, and so many things that I_shell tell you when I write next week. J. O. MIDNIGHT. FIRST A. M. E. RALLY ROLL MEN'S $5 LIST AND AMOUNT PAID TO DATE. J. H. Clayborne, $5; Sam Hueston, $5; Ed. Johnson, $5; Albert Harvey, $5; C. M. Johnson, $5; D. S. Porter, $5; J. W. Green, $5; J. R. Stafford, $5; Geo. Stewart, $5; William Price, $5; C. E. Link, $5; G. P. McNair, $5; Richard Martin, $5; Perry McDow, $5; C. A. Williams, $5; D. W. Carson, $8; H. A. Burton, $5; C. J. Williams, $5; W. E. Joncs, $5; W. A. Jarrett, $5; A. S. Martin, 5; A. W. Manly, $5; A. J. Bouldin, $5; T. Nelson, $5; George McClelland, $5; Rev. W. M. Mitchell, $5; Ed Lyles, $1; H. F. Stott, $2; Julius Dave, $5; Thomas Kennedy, $5; Willis Allen, $1; W. M. Gamble, $2.50; C. W. Comagor, $1; Charles Ish, $3; E. H. Hogg, $1; Rev. Albert Miller, $5; R. Spencer, $5.25; Harry Johnson, $1; R. H. Brown, $2; A. Fisher, $1; John Woodfork, $2; Rev. N. B. Robinson, $1; F. B. Crosby, $1; George W. Brooks, $1; Charlie McClain, $5; J. A. Smith, $5; Walter McClelland, $2; R. A. Sims, $3.50; O. W. Johnson, $2; Rev. W. A. Walden, $3; Dr. Johnson, $1; D. H. Hilliard, 50 cents; E. Ewing, $3; George Motley, 50 cents; R. W. Reed, wife, $4; E. D. Holden, $1.50; R. M. Simpson, $2; J. R. Barnes, $1; A. Moppins, $5; A. J. Bishop, $2; Frank Johnson, $2; A. B. Stevens, $2; Rhodes Turner, $1; Prof. Shelton French, $5; Nathan Payne, $1.50; J. M. Phillips, $3.50; Mr. Heuston, 50 cents; W. J. McDaniel, $2.50; I. D. Hughes, $1; Mitchell White, $2.50; Prof. J. P. King, $3; Henry Jackson, $1; Dorsey Green, $5; J. T. Simpson 50 cents; W. S. White, $2. Women's $2.50 List to Date—Allen Sarah, $2; Akers, Mattie, $1; Austin, Alice, $2.50; Brooks, Mary, $1.50; Burton, A., $2.50; Barber, Georgia, $2; Buckner, Eliabeth, $1; Bonedin, S. V., $3; Brown, Wm., 25 cents; Brooks, Nannie, 25 cents; Brown, Alice, $2.50; Bell, Minnie, $2.50; Brown, Lula, 50 cents; Bolds Louise (Friend), $1; Bibs, Lizzie, $1; Clayborne, Lillie, 75 cents; Carson, Bettie, $3; Carroll, Bertha, 50 cents; Corpoll, L., $2.50; Cooper, Minnie, $2; Dold, D. G., 25 cents; Clingman Susie, $1; Curry, Maud, 25 cents; Castone, Lillie, $2.50; Crawford, Lillie, $2.50; Davis, M. A., $2.50; Dabney, Alice, $1; Dameron, Cora, $1; Dunn, Lizzie, $1; Easley, Millisa, 75 cents; Elam, Alice, $2.50; Easley, M. B. $2; Ewing, Hattie, $1; Ford, Florence, $1; French, Mrs., $2.50; Freeman Pauline, $1; Fisher, Susie, $1; Frederick, Agnes, 50 cents; Fields, Sarah, $1.50; Green, Ella, $2.50; Gear, Flora, $2; Green, Lulla, $2.50; Green, Henrietta $2.50; George, Malinda, $1; Glover, M. E., $1.50; Grey, Victoria, $1; Gamble, Hattie, $1.50; Green, Drella, 50 cents; George, Julia, 50 cents; Hunn, Victoria, $1; Harden, Hattie, $1.25; Holder, Anna L., $2.50; Harriford, L. H., 50 cents; Harvey, Bettie, $2.50; Harrison, Johanna, $2.50; Houston, Allie, $2.50 Hamilton, Theodosia, $1.50; Harris Christine, 50 cents; Hopkins, Mrs. 50 cents; Irvin, Lizzie, $2; Ish, Minnie, $2.50; Ish, Isabella, $2.50; Johnson, Frances, $1.50; Johnson, Dora, $2; Jarrett, Maud, $2.50; Jones, M. E. $1; Jackson, Mollie, $2; Jackson, Mabelle, $1; Jordon, Lena, $2.50; Jones, Mary, $1; Jones, Catherine, 50 cents; Johnson, Mattie, $1; James, Mattie, $1; Kenney, Lillie, $1.50; Kennedy, Nellie, $2.50; King, J. P. $2; Kemp, Jamie, $1.50; Lyles, Rena, $2.50; Lyons, Ida, $1.50; Langford, L., $2; Link, Adell, $2.50; Lee, Kettie, $2.50; Lyles, Eliza, $1.50; Lewis, Jessie, $1; Lasley, Ella, $1; Lewis, Olivia, $2.50; Lawrence, Mattie, 25 cents; Laws, Anna, $1.25; Moss, Emma, $1; Madison S., $1; Miller, Carrie, $2.50; Manley, Martha, $2.50; Miller, Leola, $2.50; Miller, Mollei, $1; Martin, Carrie, $2.50; Merritt, Mary, 25 cents; Mitchell, Eliabeth, $1; Martain, Mrs., $1; Murry, Fannie, 50 cents; Morehead, Pauline, 50 cents; Morehead, Mary, $2.50; Maryweather, Maud, $2.50; Morten, Mollie, $2.50; Murry, Diademia, $1; McClelland, Jennie, $2.50; McNair, Lottie, $2.50; McKenney, Minnie, $1.50; McClelland, Mae, $2.50; McDorr, Rosa, $2.50; McClain, Martha, $2.50; Nelson, Laura, $2.50; Nash, Rebecca, 50 cents; Owcens, M. L., $1; Oliver, G. W, 25 cents; Perkins, Mary, $1; Perry Cordelia, 55 cents; Patterson, E. J., 25 cents; Pennison, Sallie, $1; Pryer, Mildred, $2.50, Phillips, Saran, $1; ADVOCATE 652 Minn. Ave., near SERGEANT SCRUGG A FIRST LIEUTEN SERGEANT SCRUGGS NOW A FIRST LIEUTENANT Price, Annie, $2.50; Queeney, Mary, $2.50; Robinson, Mary, $1.75; Shelton, Caroline, $1; Stephens, Mary, $2.50; Smith, Ella, $2.50; Simpson, Cordelia, $1; Snell, Eddis, $1.50; Smith, Amandia, $2.50; Samilton, Phoenix, $2.75; Southall, Lillie, $2.50; Sims, Sapronia, $2.50; Smith, Fannie, 75 cents; Stevens, Rosa, $1; Stuart, Serena, $2.50; Stuart, Jane, 50 cents; Stafford, Mary, $2.50; Saunders, Belle, $1; Snell, Berta, $2.50; Scott, Agnes, $1; Skinner, Sarah, 25 cents; Stott, Mrs., $1; Tevault, Jane, $1; Tennell, Jennie, 50 cents; Turk, Mary, $2.25; Tramble, Bessie, 50 cents; Thompson, Belle, $2.50; Taylor, Mattie, $2.50; Turner, Bertha, 25 cents; Turner, Verdia, $2.50; Turner, M. A., $2.50; Wilson, Marie, 50 cents; Williams, Jennie, 50 cents; White, Maria, $2.50; Woodfork, Pauline, $2.50; Williams, Susie, 75 cents; White, Bessie, $1; White, Rosetta, $2.50; Waller, Hattie, $2.50; Webb, Lucy, $1; Willions, Lottie, $2.50; Wilson, I. T., $1; Washington, Blanche, $1; Young, Hattie, $2. A revised list will be printed next week. DOCTOR ADAMS AT BENTON HARBOR Benton Harbor, Mich. — Arnett Chapel A. M. E. church was filled Sunday evening to welcome Rev. Dr. R. A. Adams, the noted evangelist of Kansas City, Kansas, who is now holding a two weeks' campaign against sin in this city. Rev. Adams is a lecturer on social purity, sex hygiene and kindred subjects for which special services are held. Rev. Adams is assisted by a large chorus under his personal direction, accompanied by various musical instruments. All are cordially welcome to attend and a special invitation is extended to ministers and friends of nearby cities. Mrs. Ruth Bradley-Sanford, the young wife of Capt. Sanford, who is "overseas," is visiting her parents, Judge and Mrs. I. F. Bradley, 400 Haskell avenue. Mrs. Sanford has been living in New York City since her husband left for France. Mrs. Sanford will remain here for the winter. The many friends were gratified to see Mrs. Sanford Sunday at First A. M. E. church. Mrs. Ruth Collins, 517 Nebraska avenue, one of our old and prominent citizens and a devoted church woman, has been confined to her home for several weeks with sickness.; Her multitude of friends are praying for her recovery. Mr. B. H. Nowlin, superintendent of one of the departments of the Federal prison at Leavenworth, visited his daughter, Mrs. Jones and family, here the week end, and he and his little daughter worshipped at First A. M. E. church Sunday morning. Mrs. M. C. Matthews attended the Poultry Show at Convention Hall, Wednesday, and the Victory meeting at the white High school Thanksgiving night, after partaking of one of the many dinners she was invited to. Mrs. Taylor, on Grandview boulevard, was married to Mr. Stevenson Friday, Nov. 22nd, Rev. D. A. Holmes officiating. Prof. J. R. E. Lee attended the Kansas Forum Sunday. At the Sun WESTERN UNIVERSITY MINUTE PROGRAM—VOCAL, RAL WORK. R. G. JACKSON, DR. PORTER DAVIS WI At the Forum Sunday WESTERN UNIVERSITY WILL GIVE A FORTY-FIVE MINUTE PROGRAM-VOCAL, INSTRUMENTAL AND CHORAL WORK. R. G. JACKSON, DIRECTOR. DR. PORTER DAVIS WILL GIVE AN ADDRESS ON HEALTH. ve., near 7th St. SCRUGGS NOW EUTENANT Sherman D. Scruggs, formerly sergeant-major of his regiment, has been commissioned a first-lieutenant and has been assigned to the 370th infantry, A. E. F., according to word received here by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Sherman Scruggs, 423 Freeman avenue. Lieut. Scruggs is the first colored soldier of Kansas City, Kansas, to receive an officer's commission and of receiving a citation for bravery from the French Commander of his division. Lieut. Scruggs was one of sixty-five colored soldiers to attend the officers' training school in France. He won his decoration for conspicuous bravery under shell fire. ATTORNEY GREEN HIGHLY ENTERTAINS A.M.E. CHOIR On Tuesday evening Nov. 26th, after the First A. M. E. choir closed their regular rehearsal, Lawyer Dorsey Green, a trustee of the church, invited all to retire to the lecture room, where they found to their happy surprise in the way of a fine printed program rendered from his phonograph, selections representing various members of the choir. Refreshments were elaborately served. The choir gave a standing vote of thanks to the hostess for his hospitality. 1—“Prince of Pilsen”.....Smith's orchestra 2—Vocal Solo—“Sweet Hour of Prayer”.....Mrs. Leota Miller 3—Soprano Solo—“Lucia Di Lammermoor”Madam Ida Lyons 4—Tenor Solo—“The Star of Bethlehem”.....Mr. Armstrong 5 Selection—“National Emblem March.”“Washington Grays March”.....Lincoln H. S. Band 6—Duet—“On Calvary's Brow”.....George Floyd, J. T. Simpson 7—Volin Solo—“Les Millions D'auricul.”nMaj. N. Clark Smith 8—Selection—“A Holy Night... Mixed quartette led by Mr. Chism and Miss Mabel Jackson 9—Chorus—“Prince of Pilsen”.....Madam Cora Evans Assisted by A. M. E. Choir. 10—Selection—“Betty”“Muriel”.....Smiths' Orchestra 11—“The Wayside Cross”.....Famous A. M. E. Quartette 12—Selection—“The Trailing Arbutus”“La Paloma” Remarks—Rev. J. F. Griffin, Pastor Madam Lula Summers at the piano. CITIZENS' FORUM The Forum convened as usual at the Metropolitan Temple, Vice-president Booker presiding at the opening. Quotations were given in a lively manner; little Miss Gayden giving a humorous quotation on the boche. A student of Sumner high school recited Toussant L'Ouverture nicely; and appropriate music was rendered. The following delegates were chosen to attend the Interstate at Wichita: Miss E. Kelley, Prof. J. P. King and Prof. G. B. Buster. The alternates are: Mrs. V. Calhoun and Miss Sallie Brown. Theodore Tipton of Fort Riley visited his mother, Mrs. Maud Merryweather, 824 Oakland avenue, several days the past week. Forum day WILL GIVE A FORTY-FIVE INSTRUMENTAL AND CHO- DIRECTOR. WILL GIVE AN ADDRESS ON --- --- PAGE TWO THE KANSAS CITY ADVOCATE THOMAS KENNEDY, Editor and Prop. G. A. GREGG, Associate, Editor. PUBLISHED, EVERY FRIDAY at 610 North Sixth Street Office Phone.....Bell West 2407 Residence Phone.....Bell West 2968 The Advocate is a weekly journal devoted to Race Progress and Human Uplift. SUBSCRIPTION. One Year .....$1.50 Six Months .....80 Three Months .....50 "Entered as second-class matter August 29, 1914, at the postoffice at Kansas City, Kansas, under the Act of March 3, 1879." Have your news in our office not later than Tuesday of each week to insure publication. Office 534 Nebraska avenue. MEMBER NATIONAL NEGRO PRESS ASSOCIATION. Quite a bit of criticism, railery and sarcasm was exhibited shortly after election when it was announced that a Negro had been elected to the Missouri legislature on the Republican ticket from St. Louis. Just why the election of a Negro to public office should occasion so much comment is hard to understand. Under the constitution of the United States a free-born Negro is a full citizen of this country and entitled to all the rights and privileges thereof, even to the election to and holding of office. Near election time the candidates or near election time the candidates and politicians of all parties court and patronize the Negro, for they know the Negro's vote counts just as much as the white man's vote. If a Negro's vote is good enough to seek, why isn't a worthy Negro good enough to hold public office, if his fellow citizens see fit to elect him? There is no race of people in the United States that love the Stars and Stripes with greater adoration than the Negro and no race will make greater sacrifices in defense of the flag. The Negro should be accorded his right under the constitution—nothing more and nothing less.—Exchange Much speculation is being brought out relative to the President's attending the coming peace council. Should he go he will indulge in another one of his smashing of time-observed usages. No one seems to have ever thought that the President would leave the country, while exercising the functions of his office. No one ever has. While the chief executive is not prohibited from leaving the country either on business or pleasure, yet it seems to have been understood that there was no use in his taking the chances of accident and throwing the country into more or less concern by his going on any extended journey outside of his own country. The risk is great. McKinley was assassinated when on a pleasure trip to attend the Buffalo exposition. Garfield was shot as he was at the railway station to take a train for a trip. Such occasions always afford an opportunity for cranks, in addition to the ordinary dangers of travel and these dangers are multiplied in an ocean voyage. If the President was the only man of recognized ability in this country, that he must needs run the whole show, it would be different. But there are many able men who would just as creditably represent the republic as the President, and his services are need at home. As one good Democrat, a Missouri Democrat, mind you, a thoroughbred, a native Virginian says, "It looks very much like conceit on the part of Mr. Wilson to insist on making the trip." Of course he knows that he would be enthusiastically received over there. He knows that the applause of the Plenty of exercise, fresh air, regular hours—is all the prescription you need to avoid Influenza—unless through neglect or otherwise, a cold gets you. Then take—at once HILL'S CASCARA QUININE BROMIDE Standard cold remedy for 20 years—in tablet form—safe, sure, no opiates—breaks up a cold in 24 hours—plevoe strips in 3 days. Money back if it fails. The genuine box has a Red top with Mr. Hill's picture. At All Drug Stores. THE WEEKLY ANNOUNCER OF FIRST A. M. E. CHURCH J. F. GRIFFIN, Pastor. Residence, 1111 North Eighth St. Phone Bell West 2904. ORDER OF SERIVCES. 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 A fine and appreciative audience attended services at the 11 o'clock sermon Sunday. The pastor Dr Griffin, having been confined to his room several days with illness, his physical ability being weakened, the assistant pastor, Rev. J. C. Patterson, filling the pulpit. Rev. Patterson delivered a sermon of much spiritual thought, which took hold in a personal way, his congregation. There were a large number of strangers from many points in Kansas and other states, worshipped with this congregation at the 11 o'clock service. The Women Win Again. The women pulled up ahead of the men again Sunday, and if you would believe one who was there, the men looked real sorrowful. We sympathize with you "lower fives" and the only way you may become an "upper ten" is to open another chestnut burr. In another part of this paper you will find all the names and amounts paid to date by the two units and others as they pay in, will appear in order, and those who add to their quota will be revised. Women $2.50 and men $5.00. Let's beat 'em next Sunday, said one hero Sunday night. Sunday school is not only for the children, but the adults as well. Six o'clock prayer meeting every Sunday morning. Some of the richest blessings are received from these early morning meetings. Allen Christian Endeavor, 6:30 p.m. Come out and take a part in these helpful meetings. The Thanksgivinl service was well attended and Dr. Griffin delivered a wonderful and inspiring address, all feeling they had been wonderfully blessed the past year. multitude awaits him and he is more than human if he is not sorely tempted. But there are many thoughtful citizens who look upon his going as unnecessary and not in strict keeping with his faithful performance of duty, as the chief executive of the country. Much important work is to be done by the coming congress and he could more fully discharge the duties for which he has been elected to remain at his post. This serious objection to the President's leaving for the purpose for which he desires to make the hazardous trip, is not confined to any party, but is strong among thinking men of all parties. This council should be composed of the most able statesmen of the Allied countries, and this republic should be represented by able men of different political faiths. Moreover, the senate is a legally constituted party in the making of treaties. There are able men in that body who should attend this historical gathering. The President can find men of unquestioned ability and he should stand back and let some of these men represent this country in the important conference. In this connection, The Advocate respectfully suggests that the colored American citizens of this country have patriotically contributed their share towards winning this victory for democracy and they should be recognized, as a matter of simple justice, in this council, provided they have able 'men to represent them, which they have in abundance. Why not select some able colored statesman to attend this meeting? The interests of the race will be affected as well as all other vital matters. Let us have justice and deserved recognition as good American citizens. The great war has been fought to a successful conclusion, so far as the conflict at arms is concerned. This government did a great part in it, and all during these terrible years it was not thought desirable that the government should take over the cables, but now when the struggle is over, the administration seizes the marine cables. Funny, isn't it? PAPER CONTROL. There is a growing opposition to the government's interfering with private business, especially as the war seems to be over. The seizure of the THE KANSAS CITY ADVOCATE Church of the Ascension (Episcopal) Corner Third street and Stewart avenue. The Rev. M. E. Spatcher, priest in charge. Sunday services—Holy communion, 730 a. m.; Sunday school, 9:45 a. m.; morning prayer and sermon (except first Sunday), 11 a. m.; Holy communion (first Sunday), 11 a. m. strangers are welcome. The Church of the Ascension entertained Monday evening at the rectory, 316 Stewart, celebrating their first anniversary. A very appropriate program was rendered, which was greatly enjoyed by those present. Refreshments were served, after which members and guests retired to their respective homes. Bishop Demby, who recently received this high and sacred honor, will preach and be with this congregation all day the second Sunday in December. Friends and the public are invited. marine cable has aroused a great storm of protest and now the war industries board has decided to call off the order by which the government was to take over the management and control of print paper manufacturing establishments and to attend to the sale and distribution of such paper. There is a complication regarding authority of the board, and the prospects are that injunctions would be issued for the paper manufacturers against government control, since the armistice has been signed. The only authority the war industries board had for taking control of the print paper manufacture and distribution was under the war powers of the President. Although in times past it has been held that war is not over until peace treaties have been signed and proclaimed, there never has been any definite settlement of a case by the higher courts, and officials of the war industries board doubt whether they have authority under the war power, since the armistice was signed as that might be held to be the close of the war. It is said that some other means will have to be devised for the control of print paper prices, as there is an undoubted shortage of such paper. The Allied conference recently held in London has adopted the following as a starter: "The wanton destruction of property, the murders and outrages on land and sea, the sinking of hospital ships, the insults and tortures inflicted on prisoners of war have left a stain on the history of the guilty nations which cannot be removed by pomer e compensation of material damage inflicted. In order to restore the confidence without which no scientific intercourse can be fruitful, the Central Powers must renounce the political methods which have led to atrocities that have shocked the civilied world." Mr. White of the Emporia Gazette, in defending the fad that the county commissioners should be chosen by the people at large, in order to get suitable men for commissioners, who are to appoint clerks to do the work now being done by elected county officers, contends that these commissioners should be chosen by the entire vote of the county and not by districts as now. If it is necessary to secure capable commissioners that they must be elected by the people of the entire county, instead of by districst, does not that argument condemn Mr. White's new theory of appointment by a limited few, three persons, instead of by the entire electorate of the county? Putting it in another way: If it requires all the people of the county to select county commissioners, instead of being limited to a few voters of each district, why should not the county officials themselves, be chosen by the entire vote of the people, to select capable men for their servants instead of confining it to three men? No, the new fad will never be adopted by Kansas. Somehow the people of this state like to have a say directly as to whom they select to do their important business. It will require an amendment to the state constitution to bring about this fad and it will never be considered favorably by the people of Kansas. The matter of selecting the men who shall transact the important business of the county, will never be delegated to three men. Speaking of Mr. Creeh, the administration's press agent going with the President, to the peace conference and the seizure of the cables, it looks to many thoughtful people as though JUST RIGHT. KNOCKS OUT PAIN THE FIRST ROUND KNOCKS OUT PAIN THE FIRST ROUND Comforting relief from pain makes Sloan's the World's Liniment This famous reliever of rheumatic aches, soreness, stiffness, painful sprains, neuralgic pains, and most other external twinges that humanity suffers from, enjoys its great sales because it practically never fails to bring speedy, comforting relief. Always ready for use, it takes little to penetrate without rubbing and produce results. Clean, refreshing. At all drug stores. A large bottle means economy. Sloan's Liniment Kills Pain 30c, 60c, $1.20 there is a move on foot to unduly exercise authority by the executive power of the government. A strong, opposition has been developed which has brought down upon the administration the most severe criticism that has, as yet, been developed against Creel and his needless work. Why should Creel and his bureau, at an enormous expense, be permitted to continue in its so-called effort at publicity? Are not the usual agencies sufficient for that purpose? Is not the great Associated Press, which covers every activity of the world, equal to the occasion? It is difficult to see why Creel and his expensive bureau was ever called into service. It provides a lot of fellows with soft jobs for which the country pays dearly. The most popular thing that the administration could do, would be to dissolve that whole so-called "Publicity Bureau," which never was needed. The Wichita Kansan, which shows volume one and number 33 of their last issue, has shown in a marked degree in the past four months great improvement in its editorial work and general makeup. Editor James is one of the West's best colored journalistic writers and as a practical newspaper man, he has but few equals. Wichita, the second city in the state, with its seven or eight thousand colored population, can well afford to support a clean and well edited newsy journal as The Kansan. As a sample of the way to conserve paper, the agricultural department at Washington is sending to Kansas farmers and others a few tons of paper in the form of a pamphlet on "How to Make Mountain Farming Pay." or something of that sort. The farmers of the Kansas prairies are just hungering and thirsting for "How to Make Mountain Farming Pay." Carnegie used to say, that he did not want to die rich. Henry Ford must be of the same sort of disposition in that regard, but Henry has been more shrewd in his undertaking to accomplish the same purpose by dying poor. Instead of building libraries, he has chosen a more rapid and safer and surer course, that of publishing a newspaper. In the surrender of the German fleet the United States became the second naval power of the world. That great fleet shut up in its safe harbor, protected by mines, all these years, surrendered without firing a gun. How humiliating! How deserving to a nation which has made itself a pirate nation among the peoples of the world. WANTED: TRAMP PRINTER. Salina, Kan—Owing to a scarcity of "tramp printers," the like of which has never been recorded by the old-time editors, papers in this section of the state are suspending. The latest is that of the Barnard Bee, published at Barnard, near here. In the last issue of the paper, the editor announced that owing to a lack of surplus printers, it would suspend, until such time as a "tramp printer" came around. In the meantime, the neighborhood will have to go without news. American Woodman Pin gold axe. Sunday, November 24th, somewhere between 2028 N. Hallock and First A. M. E. church, corner of Eighth street and Nebraska avenue. If found return to Mrs. J. T. Smith, 2028 N. Hallock. Residence 2602 North Hallock St. Inspector I. O. B. S. of C. Asst. Clerk No. 1 A; W, CHAS. P. WASHINGTON, M.D. DISEASES OF WOMEN AND CHILDREN Office Hours: 9 to 12 a.m. 3 to 5 p.m. 7 to 8 p.m. BELL PHONE WEST 255 436 Minnesota Ave. Kansas City, Kas. LOST. NEGRO SOLDIERS OFFER THEIR BLOOD Special Correspondent National Negro Press Association Recites Sacrifices of the American Negro Soldier. (Special to the National Negro Press Association from Somewhere in France, by Wm. E. Stephenson, special war correspondent)—"These boys (the Negro soldier are the most wonderful I have ever seen. They never complain; they never say they are in pain; we ask some whom we know are suffering intensely how they are getting along: "Oh, pretty well," is the statement as is just handed out as coming from Major John W. Moorehead, eminent surgeon of New York City, in charge of the large Red Cross Hospita, and who was treating a number of soldiers who had participated in the great drive in which the Kansas troops were a part. This is but once instance of the scores reported where our boys, knowing the flow of carnage and blood, knowing what they were facing for the folks at home, have, even though in pain, even though they be dying, or mortally wounded, displayed courage of which even the red men of yonder days would have been proud. The report, further states that Major Moorehead went to a ward where several soldiers were suffering intensely from the effects of gas and he addressed them as follows, stating: "I got two officers who need blood. Is there anyone here who will volunteer to give them some of their blood?" Before the words had died out of the major's mouth, or before he had a chance even to realize that he had made a statement, with one accord there came, "Sure, we will give them all they want," and every man present bared their arms and offered it to the eminent surgeon for the extracting of blood. Four of the volunteers were accepted, their blood was taken and the transfusion made. It is reported that the officers will recover. On another occasion he said that a Negro with a wound in his arm came rushing intothe hospital alone and said: "Gosh! my whole regiment is destroyed, only two left, me and another fellow coming along behind me." That seemed to be all the excitement that prevailed and it is this same fellow was ready and willing to get back into the fray. Surely good must come out of such courage. The sons of America are exhibiting a heroism such as is born only of true patriotism. A new day is coming not only for the people of France or of the United States, but for all mankind. Through all the blood, through all the shot and shell, the gates of death, men are reaching out for higher things. I know this is true for numbers of them who have been through this earthly hell on the front line say that there they felt the power of God as never before. Let those whose loved ones have gone down in battle feel proud of the fact that they are fighting for a cause that which there is none greater, the brotherhood of man. A HOME FOR WORKING GIRLS The Yates branch of the Y. W. C. A, Ninth street and Nebraska avenue, Kansas City, Kansas, offer nicely furnished rooms at reasonable rates to the working girls who have no home in the city. Will be protected by good Christian influence. Transients are welcome. Mrs. E. J. Patterson, President Board of Directors, Call Matron, Phone West 1566. PUBLICATION NOTICE. In the District Court of Wyandotte County, Kansas. Sofronia Harris, plaintiff, vs. William Harris, defendant. No. 10,233-A. To the above named defendant, William Harris, greeting: Said defendant, William Harris, will take notice that he has been sued for a divorce, in the above entitled court, by said plaintiff, Sofronia Harris, on the grounds of unlawfully abandoning plaintiff for one year next preceding the date of the filing of plaintiff's petition, gross neglect of duty and extreme cruelty toward plaintiff, and that he must answer said petition and the allegations thereof, on or before the 13th day of January, A. D., 1919, or the same will be taken as true, and a judgment or decree for plaintiff, adjudging and decreeing a divorce to her from you, upon the several above mentioned grounds, as alleged in said petition will be rendered in said action accordingly. D. E. Henderson, Attorney for Plaintiff. Attest: R. J. McFarland, Clerk of the District Court, by H. E. Hayman, Deputy. (First published November 29, 1918.) 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Bell West 588 ARD AND SOFT COAL Wood and Corn Cobs and PRICES RIGHT Order Your Coal Now Coal Co. 16 All Work Guaranteed Kassel Jewelry Co. 548 Minnesota Ave. Kansas City Kansas Our first real snow for the season reached us Wednesday night and Thanksgiving day the ground being decorated with, its beautiful blanket. Bell Phone West 1131 Bell West 3577 Bell Phone 180 Grand WE USE THE HOFF-MAN METHOD. Bell West 588 THE KANSAS.CITY ADVOCATE METROPOLITAN TEMPLE NOTES The leader of this church and its officers and the members especially, are to be congratulated on the precedent they have established in this city among their race and some others. They have erected an edifice which is inspiring other Christians, who build or rebuild churches to imitate as nearly as possible. Two, at least, have followed its general outline and a great many other features, except the massive pillars and triple plate glass doors in front. It is said another church in course of erection will have the massive columns. This shows that we should do good deeds and creet beautiful and substantial things to inspire others to do beautiful acts for God and erect artistic sanctuaries in which to praise Him while on this earth. The pastor preached a suitable sermon at 11 a. m., and at night Dr. I. M. Page, a Caucasian, preached like our race's best preachers from Rev. 15-3. Text, "Great Works, Lord God Almighty." He gave beautiful illustrations of the prettiest things God has made, but among them all he said "A Christian home was the prettiest." He eventually made a true Christian home and Heaven amalgamons. He compared the Psalms to the plantation melodies, and had the congregation join him in singing, "Steal Away to Jesus." It impressed our people in a great manner, and the spirit was so manifest in the speaker and in them that at its close they purchased fifteen or sixteen dollars' worth of his books. At 8 p. m., just before the Sunday nights' service, Mrs. Parker, at 909 Washington boulevard, and Mr. Bennett were married by Pastor D. A. Holmes. Come to this Temple next Sunday, Dec. 1st and hear God's word expounded. FIRST BAPTIST There will be a communion and covenant service Sunday at 11 a.m. The foundation of the new church is progressing nicely and Rev. Bowren is to be found on the job from morning until night, seeing that everything is done according to plans. About all the labor on this church is being done by colored men. The twenty-third Psalm was taken as a text by the pastor, Rev. W. A. Bowren. It was a most stirring and thought-producing subject. It gave one such a peaceful feeling of security to know that one is being led always in paths of righteousness, by the gentle, wise hand of the Master. The Rev. Moses Williams preached a beautiful sermon at 3 p. m., for the benefit of the Deborahites, and his choir sang lovely. We wish them to come again. Communion will be administered this morning, Dec. 1, instead of at night. Do not forget the rally Sunday, Dec. 8th. A cordial welcome is extended to all at First Baptist, and we are pleased to have strangers feel at home. THEY SAY— "Some of our people say they don't care for a certain race, but when they come among us to sell anything they will buy quicker from them and pay a larger price for it than they will pay to one of their own race for the same thing." "We have a peculiar kind of government. We select and elect often according to looks and position, not according to those who have been faithful in attendance, etc." The Nimrods went out yesterday in great numbers, and while the day was stormy, many broughtin bags of game, but the farmer boy is ahead in many cases. 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To the above named defendant, Annie Moore, Greeting: Said defendant, Annie Moore, will take notice that she has been sued for a divorce in the above entitled court, by said plaintiff, Rufus Moore, on the ground of having unlawfully abandoned plaintiff continuously for one year next preceding the date of the filing of plaintiff's petition, and that she must answer said petition and the allegations thereof, on or before the 13th day of January, A.D., 1919, or the same will be taken as true, and a judgment or decree for plaintiff, adjudging and decreeing a divorce from you, upon the above mentioned ground, as alleged in said petition, will be rendered in said action accordingly. RUFUS MOORE, Plaintiff. D. E. HENDERSON, Attorney for paintif. Attest: R. J. McFarland, Clerk of the District Court, by'C. W. Fincke, Deputy. (First published November 29, 1918.) PUBLICATION NOTICE. In the District Court of Wyandotte County, Kansas. Eliabeth E. Steemer, plaintiff, vs. Granville M. Steemer, defendant. No. 10,233-A. To the above named defendant, Granville M. Steemer, Greeting: Said defendant, Granville M. Steemer, will take notice that he has been sued for a divorce, in the above entitled court, by said plaintiff, Elizabeth E. Steemer, on the several grounds of gross neglect of duty, unlawful abandonment of plaintiff for one year next preceding the date of the filing of plaintiff's petition and adultery, and that he must answer said petition and the allegations thereof, on or before the 13th day of January, A. D., 1919, or the same will be taken as true, and a judgment or decree for plaintiff, adjudging and decreeing a divorce to her from you, upon the several above mentioned grounds as alleged in said petition will be rendered in said action accordingly. D. E. HENDERSON, Attorney for plaintiff. Attest: R. J. McFarland, Clerk of the District Court, by C. W. Fincke, Denutzer. (First published November 29, 1918.) ADMINISTRATOR'S NOTICE. State of Kansas, Wyandotte County, ss: In the Probate Court in and for said County. In the matter of the estate of Malinda J. Cannon, deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Administration have been granted to the undersigned on the Estate of Malinda J. Cannon, late of said County, deceased, by the Honorable, the Probate Court of the County and State aforesaid, dated the 11th day of November, A. D., 1918. Now, all persons having claims against the said estate are hereby notified that they must present the same to the undersigned for allowance within one year from the date of said letters, or they may be precluded from any benefit of such estate; and that if such claims be not exhibited within two years from the date of said letters, they shall be forever barred. A. F. LEEFROM, Adm'r. Of the Estate of Malinda J. Cannon, Deceased. Kansas City, Kansas, Nov. 11, 1918. (First publication Nov. 15, 1918.) Lodge Notices 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. BERTHA CARROL, W. S. FOR COLORED BO YS AND GIRLS NINE COURSES OFFERED THE INTERSTATE LITERARY ASSOCIATION AND THE WEST. Kansas City, Mo., October 21, 1918. Dear Member: The Twentyeighth Annual Session of this Association will be held in Wichita, Kansas, on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, December 26, 27 and 28, 1018. Every effort is being made to make this session historic. Twenty-seven years having elapsed since, in Topeka, the Association was organized, the Executive Committee desires the active, co-operative support of all societies, that a program may be presented commensurate with the occasion, thus making this session a celebration. It is desired that every person keep this idea in view. There will lie many new features this year, including a symposium in which the Presidents of all colored colleges of the Middle West have been asked to serve. Further, the Hon. James Weldon Johnson, of New York, will address this meeting. THERE SHOULD BE NO REASON SO GREAT THAT THE ATTENDANCE WILL SUFFER. THE GREAT WAR DEMANDS THAT THE DARKER RACES SHOULD PRESERVE THEIR EDUCATIONAL SOCIETIES; THAT THE INTELLECTUAL ELEMENTS SHOULD NOT BE CRUSHED OUT, BUT THAT THEY MIGHT RECEIVE THE MOST SCRUPULOUS ATTENTION IN VIEW OF THE FACT THAT A RECONSTRUCTION PERIOD MUST FOLLOW THIS CONFLICT. Getting behind the Interstate simply means that you are furnishing the stimulus for inspiration and encouragement, a thing every colored person needs in these trying times. Reasonable rates are offered. The cost of boarding and rooming facilities will not exceed one dollar and a half ($1.50) a day. Any literary society, debating club, or other organization rendering programs of a litterary or musical character is eligible to membership, and will be admitted upon sending to the Corresponding Secretary on or before December first, the name of the organization and city in which such society is located. If not on the roster of the 1917 session, a membership fee of $1.50 must be paid. Societies recorded at the 1917 session retain their membership, by sending the Corresponding Secretary $1.00 on or before December 1, 1918. Each society thus enrolled is entitled to three delegates and to be further represented by one of this number on the program. Contests—One evening will be given to contests in oratory, original poetry, original music and 'declamation. To the winners, first and second prizes will be awarded. These contests will be open to any one except persons graduating in any of the above branches. Rules. 1—Program number must be sent to the Corresponding Secretary on or before December 1, 1919, that they may reach the Executive Committee before the time set to arrange the program, otherwise they will not be printed. 2—Papers are limited to ten minutes. If your society is not in session, convene it. If no society, organize one. Help us to help our people. While the literary program will be the most important feature of the session, the social side of life will not be overlooked. For further information address MRS. W. W. CALDWELL, Corresponding Secretary. 1324 E. 24th St., Kansas City, Mo. Mr. Taylor, 910 Nebraska avenue, who has been ill, is out again. FITS We have over 100 meats from patisserie cured of Fits, Epilepsy, Falling Sickness or Corvusions by a free sample of Ketchup. We PAY EXPRESSON FREE TRIAL GOTTLE If you CUT OUT and RETURN THIS A3 is shipped in HIREDGE of satisfaction on file. Give age and full participation. HARVEY FOOD CO. Dept. St. N. New York PAGE THREE National Institute School. West of the GIRLS Electric Lights Universities throughout the coun- ED BORING CYSTIC ARTS REPAIRS AND OPERA- N. ER 10, 1918 al. In the District Court of Wyandotte County, Kansas. Maud L. Sullivan, Plaintiff, vs. William Sullivan, Defendant. No. 10,144-A. To the Defendant, William Sullivan, Greeting: Said defendant, William Sullivan, will take notice that he has been sued for a divorce in the above entitled court, by said plaintiff, Maud L. Sullivan, on the several grounds of unlawful abandonment of plaintiff for one year next preceding the filling of her petition, as well as habitual drunkenness and gross neglect of duty, and that he must answer the petition filed by plaintiff in the above entitled action on or before the 21st day of December, A. D., 1918, or said petition and the allegations thereof will be taken as true, and a judgment or decree for plaintiff, adjudging and decreeing a divorce to her from you, upon the above mentioned grounds as alleged in said petition, will be rendered in said action accordingly. MAUD. L. SULLIVAN, Plaintiff. D. E. HENDERSON, Attorney for Plaintiff. Attest—R. J, McFarland, Clerk of the District Court, by C, W, Finke, Deputy. (First published Nov. 8th, 1918.) PUBLICATION NOTICE. In the District Court of Wyandotte County. Alfred Foreman, Plaintiff. vs. Daisy Freeman, Defendant. To Daisy Foreman: You are hereby notified that you have been sued by the above named plaintiff in the above named court and that you must answer the petition filed therein on or before the 28th day of December, 1918, or the petition will be taken as true and a judgment will be rendered against you in favor of plaintiff, giving an absolute divorce of and from you and for such further relief as to the court may seem proper. E. A. SHACKELFORD Attorney for Plaintiff. Attest: R. J. McFarland, Clerk of District Court. (First publication Nov. 15, 1918.) PUBLICATION NOTICE. In the District Court of Wyandotte County, 2nd Div. Pleasie Allen, Plaintiff, vs. Virgil Allen, Defendant. No. 9965. To Virgil Allen: 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 plaintiff filed in the office of the Clerk of the District Court, Wyandotte County, Kansas, on or before the 28th day of December, 1918, or said petition will be taken as true and judgment will be rendered against you in favor of plaintiff granting her 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 Nov. 15, 1918.) LADIES Free Booklet, describing wonderful article indispensable for private use of married ladies. Relieves mind from doubt and worry. Sent sealed. HYGIENE & KALOLOGY CO. Dept. A. H. 122 W. 13th St. N. Y. City LUELLA GREEN NOTARY PUBLIC Bell Phone West 424 Res. 1407 N. 8th St. 516 Minnesota Avenue Kansas City, Kansas 1619. , : 1919 ~ The Bi t Affai Ever Put on inthe West THE COLORED PEOPLE OF GREATER KANSAS CITY AND THE WEST WILL CELEBRATE LANDING OF THE FIRST NEGROES UPON AMERICAN SOIL. JANUARY, 1619 ———_—__-——__-———_———- January, 1919 A wonderful and ecmprehensive display of the achievements and produc- tion of the Colored People of America. a) SINGERS AND SPEAKERS OF NATIONAL REPUTATION Under the auspices of Bishop H. 8. Parks and the United African Metho- dist Episcopal Churches of the entire Fifth Episcopal District. L PAGE FOUR BIBLE CLASS The Neighborhood Bible Class had a large meeting at the “Y.” Several nurses from Dougless hospital have become members, also Mrs. Fields, and her little daughter, Velma, is ap- pointed librarian of the class. Mes- dames Hamilton and her daughter, Mrs. Corporal, are some of the new members. Misses C. Jones, Freeman, Harris, P. Moore and the Misses Scott and C, Taylor are reguiar at- tendants. Also Mesdames Maddox, H. Miller, P. Younger, Johnson, and others. The lerder attributes the success to God. Men and women and saints and sinners are invited to this Bible class every Wednesday night at 7:50. Les- son, Mark XII. 8TH ST. BAPTIST TABERNACLE Preaching at 11 o’clock. Sunday school at 1:30 o'clock. All are wel- come.—D. B. Jackson, D.Dy Pastor. Sunday we had a large audience. Rev. Jackson preached an able ser- mon, subject, “From Wherce Did God Call?” He said God always calls from a lower state to a higher. His eloquence being of such that a child could yn- derstand. All enjoyed it. Rev. Harris prayed a ver fervent prayer. All were glad to see him. The heating fixtures of the church cost us $1987.50. We have paid about half of the amount. After receiving the proceeds of the different clubs we hope to settle this debt as a whole. Come out and help us. All mem- bers and friends. There will be services~> at the church Thanksgiving morning. Also a dinner in the evening. The ladies of the Sewing Circle are all contesting for a beautiful quilt. Dee. 5th, 1918. A musical and literary program. MRS. SEYMOUR, President. The Young People’s Club met at the residence of Miss 0. Scott, 819 Free- man. Mr. Joseph Chappel of Texas visit- ed the church Sundav. He also joined under watch-care. We hope he will be of much service. The clubs turned in their money Sunday. Mr. Seymour’s club raised about $172, Mr. Love's club-raised about $164. The money will be paid on the heating fixtures. The Young Ladies’ Club will meet at Mrs. Anderson’s, 1813 North Tenth street. . Mrs. Drucilla Merit, North Eighth ‘street. is able to be vo, after ‘several wokes’ illness. Mrs. Merrit has been missed much from her church and mid-week services. | ‘please return to Mrs. J. T. Smith, 2020 North Hallock. ! * Mas. J. F. Griffin has been troubled with the rheumatism for the past week. : as CATARRH INGLY, BLADDER q KY a \ relieved in ican 24 HOURS |: A Ry Each Cap- SDF 2s) MEE Beunrenfornterfeitey FURNISHED ROOM FOR RENT. All modern conveniences; fine neighborhood; close to car line; no children! will take man or woman; board if desired. Bell phone W 3886-M, 1926 North 6th St. ROOMS FOR RENT. ‘Two nicely furnished rooms, strict- ly modern; good neighborhood; close to all car lines; gentlemen preferred, 438 Washington Boulevard, Mrs, “Trene Rice, o,f gael dic A SAVINGS STAMP FOR EVERY PLATE Celebrate Thanksgiving in a Substantial and Patriotic Way. Show Your Gratitude to the Boys Who Ended the War by Con- tinuing 10 Save and Help Them. . A War Savings Stamp for every Thanksgiving dinner plate in Kansas. The war is over. The American troops turned the tide of battle and put an end to despotism in the world forever. There is every reason for the people of Kansas to give thanks this year. The boys over there have accomplished what they un- dertook. The torch of liberty now enlightens the world, P. W. Goebel, State Director of War Savings, believes there is no better way for the loyal citizens of Kansas to express their thanks ‘than by investing in a War Sav. ings Stamp for each Thanksgiving dinner plate. - | If you invest in War Savings Stamps you will help Uncle Sam. You will be lending him that money to help care for the Ameri. van troops, whose task is not yet completed. They will share in the ‘duty of bringing order out of | chaos and in setting up the peo. ple’s governments in the countries that suffered from kaiserism. __ And while the Americans are 'doing this duty in Europe they must have the support of the folks at home just as much as when they were smashing the German armies pand bringing the foes of democ racy to their knees, Keep on doing your share jus’ as the Americats are keeping or in Europe. Don’t lag now because the end is in sight. Buy a W. S. S. for every Thanksgiving dinner plate! BETTER PRICES FOR HOGS. The following is the plan of the ‘Food Administration for stabilizing the price of hogs: For each 160 pounds of hogs, the price should be 13 times the average cost per bushel of corn fed into those hogs. The cost of corn is computed by taking the prices paid at country stations in the leading corn states, over a period of five months prior to the time the hogs are marketed. The price for October is based on the average of corn fed to those hogs during September, August, July, June and May. It has been said the new plan will give a higher price to the farmer, but in a letter to H. C. Stuart, chairman of the Agricultural Advisory Board, Mr. Hoover said: “I am not disposed to quarrel with just profits to the farmer, and in any event, the application of such formulas must be rough and ready, and de. signed to attain their real end—jus- tice and the STIMULATION OF PRODUCTION. t Mrs. Theodosia Hamilton, 830 Ne- braska avenue, has been confined to her room with illnesss for a weeks Mr. C. A. Franklin, a fine printer from Kansas City, Mo., attended Met- Topolitan church Sunday morning. _ A number of strangers were in the city Sunday to attend the corner sme laynig of the Pleasant Green Baptist church, 1. ..;.:.,' THE KANSAS CITY ADVOCATE PORT FOR INLAND NATIONS Project That Has Aroused Much Ine terest In Commercial Circles in Switzerland and France. A projéct to provide an Independent Atlantic port for Switzerland, Bo- +hemia and other inland European na- tions fn order to render them eco- nomleally independent of Germany af- ter the war Is receiving attention 1p France and Switzerland, according ‘fo a report*to the department of com- twerce from Consul General Ravndal at Nantes, Frauce. This project, the consul states, has roused much interest at Nantes, whose municipal authorities are con- ferring with commercial Interests In Switzerland with a view to combined action. The business men of Lyons also are sald to be watching the move- tment with deep Interest, although they have not yet joined tt, The general {dea seems to be to construct suitable rail connections between the tnland production centers and one of the Loire ports—Nantes, St. Nazaire, La Kochelle or Bordeaux. It Is also thought possible the project may be ferwarded by the construction of conals Huking up the Rhine and Rhone rivers with the navigable luke system ot Switzerland. Existing railroads are available to foim the backbone of such construc tlou, Port facillties already have been developed at several of the ports be- cause of war f_emands and railroad yards and warehouses ample for the ‘beginners of such a project are avall- able at Nantes and St. Nazaire, It ds thought that after the war | American passenger and freight traffic with central Europe as well as with ‘France will tend toward the Loire ‘ports in preference to the more distant channel and North sea ports, which, owing to their location and meteoro- logical conditions, increase the cost of navigation aad Insurance. GOOD GRAVEYARD AFTER THAT A Few Broadsides From American Batterles Cured It of Its Bad Habit of Wandering. __ ‘This is a story of faith and what it accomplished. It was brought in to Paris by a dispatch-bearer and found Its way Into the Red Cross scrap- book over a cup of tea, | An American artillery detachment lay waiting for a report from the air | scouts. All at once a message fell ‘from the clouds: “Fire on moving | graveyard.” What on earth did he mean? Was he joking? ‘That particular airman | was a born wag. Did he mean, per- haps, some body of enemy troops not yet visible? Of in the distunce the crosses of a military graveyard were to be seen, quiescent and innocent un- | der the afternoon sun. He could not ‘possibly refer to that. "Yes, by heaven!” sald the officer fn command. “I believe in that fellow. ‘That's the only graveyard In sight. He must mean that.” He gave the order, The guns spoke, Grent masses of smoke arose from the quiet gravesnrd and a loud serfes of explosions ensued. Shortly afterward the airman alighted. “Well, you did have faith in me,” ‘he said. “I wondered if you would / think I was joking. I saw what looked | lke a military graveyard on the right of the rond. A little later I looked down and it was on the left of the road. I couldn't believe my‘eyes, but I did, and flashed you the word. Rather a new dodge to get munitions ‘up to the front!” Miss Etta V. Leighton, civic secre- tary of the National Security league, has started 2 “Me and You” Ilp to lip, ‘American propaganda, In this the plan fs that for every Hun le uttered there shall be spoken an American truth. The truths are embodied in slogans taken from President Wilson's speeches, General Pershing’s messages, and from Uterature sent out by the committee on public information, the National Security league and other or- ganizations. Miss Leighton 1s also advising club women, teachers, and other groups to write the slogans on slips of paper and to inclose them In all letters sent to France and Italy, these slogans to be written in the language of the country for which they are intended, so that they can be handed to soldiers and clv- (Mans. To many, perhaps, to most of us, saving In these times of high prices Is. difficult, and to get the money for a bond may mean some deprivation. So It is when some dear member of the femily 1s sick unto death and the ex- pense of medical advice and surgical skill and care is mounting to figures that it seems as {f we could never meet. Do we hesitate? No; we pledge the last dollar and are glad to do It. How should we fee} five years from bow if we were to have locked In our hearts the knowledge that our mother country perished because we withheld the things that would have sustained her strength when she was fighting the powers of death and darkness?— Youth’s Companion. Richard watched his mother knitting socks for some time, then he looked up at his father, who was reading near by and asked: “Daddy, don’t you wish you were a soldier?” His father replied: ‘Yes. Why?” and Teddy satd: “Caus den you could get all dose socks mother knits for other ORT te TRUMPET NOT IN HIS LINE Master of Organ a Distinct Failure ‘When He Essayed to Play An. other Musical Instrument, nere is an amusing story told about Sir Frederick Bridge, the fa- mous organist of Westminster abbey, and of how he was once gullty of making a “row” within the edifice, It was at the time of the coronation of King George Y. One of the fe- hearsals to take place was that of the state trumpeters, who practiced thelr fanfares within the building. During thelr temporary absence Sir Frederick Bridge thought/he would see what kind of a fanfare he could produce, and, borrowing one of the trumpets, set about making such dls- ¢ordant sounds that the clerk of the works came up and expostulated: “If that row continues,” he said, “my workmen threaten to go on strike, and if they do the coronation will have to be postponed.” Sir Frederick hurried- ly put down the trumpet, and soothed the workmen by playing « selection on the organ. Se ect ae cette eae a. eRe: ‘The length of life of fishes is vari- able in the extreme, Wher we think of the great number of enemles to which any fish Is exposed, such as other predatory fishes, parasitic worms and crustacea and other para- sites (which are usually harmless ‘to man but destructive to the fish) crabs, sea birds, bacterial diseases, etc. we easily see that to Mve in the water and escape all these dangers re- quires many protections which at best can preserve only a very small num- a of fishes beyond the spawning ime, . Such protections to fishes are speed of swimming, defensive spines and fins, the ability to distend themselves like the puffer to prevent. being swallowed, teeth, electric organs, heavy corselets of scales which easily slip from the skin and a high state of re sistance against disease, ‘Thus, if a fish is well protected, out of a large number of its kind a few may live to reach unusually large sizes, There are records of very large fishes of most known varieties, Value of Introspection. To do anything worth while we must be something worth while, and we can- not be if we take it all out In talking, The mind must receive impressions be- fore it can give them, the heart must feel before it can make others feel, the soul must be filled before it can over- flow. If people would only live more, if they would only think more, if they would only sit in silence alone with their souls now and then, the words they gave out would mean so much more, But alas and alack, the art of conversation is not lost, It is flowing on and on until one longs for silence with a great and overwhelming longing that only silence may satisfy.—Ex- change, Food shall not be displayed on the premises in such a way as to cause deterioration so it cannot be used for human consumption. If we save, sugar by spoonfuls we can send it by shipfuls to our boys.” It is impossible to over-produce any line of essential food.—U. S. Food Administration. ‘We carried in 1918 objectives— wheat, meat, fat and sugar—and now we are. settling down to a steady push all along tHe line. Your grocer is pledged to full co- operation in the Food Adniinistration program. Are you helping him ‘to keep that pledge? x zx “food “Fair Price List ~ Mr. and Mrs, James Stafford ‘of 405 State avenue, will soon leave for Los Angeles, Calif., where they will remain for the winter with their daughter, Mrs. Ethel ,Stafford-Priou- leau, wife of Chaplain Priouleau, ; Pass Along Inspiring Words. Would We Hesiltate. Chance for Daddy. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 29, 19187 For Christmas re DON’T FORGET J. A. WILSON é KANSAS CITY'S PIONEER NEGRO JEWELER? BEAUTIFUL JEWELRY FOR PRESENTS “_ BRE Se \ 1616 W. Ninth St. Kansas City, Mo. “What's in a name?” —EVERYTHING! Breet grdtaye tomer Nothing cucceeds like success” For over eighty years, Palmer's “Skin Success” Ointment has made a great name for itself, as a cure for most forms of skin troubles. It is the Original Skin-Brightener. WARNING! Our Trade-Mark ‘Skin Success” is being used by others, evidently to deceive our friends. Let them BEWARE; we shall prosecute them to the fullest extent of the law. 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