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KANSAS TWELVE MONTHS, $1.50. MIDNIGHT IS WITH BOSTON AND THE BOSTON B. BEANS Boston, Mass.—Ever since I have been in the world I have heard them talk about Boston and Boston baked beans, but I have had my full of them, and then I have looked and looked until the people up here thought I was crazy or was about to look my fool brains out, and I don't blame them, for I have been going some and seeing some. When it comes to this seeing business then you will attract attention. Of course no one mistook me for a German spy, for I am not made right, I remained in the run too long and got sun scorched, hence I am just an unbleached American with all that goes to make up my race and I have no apology for being such. Whose business is it anyway? God made me and gave the coloring and it is my color. I am proud of it because it will neither run nor rub, but just the same thing all the time. Getting around in this big town is a wonderful thing to start with, because you get on a street car, and soon it darts under the ground and runs like it is crazy for a while, then it darts up, and shoots way up in the air on stilts and runs up there for a while, and so many changes made until I just had to cry out on the street, "Where in the devil is I anyway?" Some of the streets are so narrow until I just had to ask people to stand aside and let my stomach get by and then they would look at me like they thought I was some kind of a circus. You see I had been in Washington and met the Executive Committee of the National Race Conference, and when I got through with them, I started for this place. I got in a bed car riding in it from Washington to New York. I had what they called "Lower three." What that means I do not know, but I do know that I got to dreaming and pumped out of bed in my night shirt and believe in my soul I would have jumped off the train, had not it been that the doors were fastened and I could not get them open. I dreamed that Old Nick was after me, and I was running to get out of his way. The "reporter" got me back in bed, but I did not do any more sleeping from that time until I reache New York. I go up, went in a little room and washed by face and hands, dressed myself, and soon a fellow was there with a red cap on and toted me out to a taxi, where the fellow extracted 60 cents from my coin pocket to tote me over to the Grand Central. I was surprised to get off so cheap. I told the man over to the Grand Central that I wanted to be tooted to Boston, and he said I would have to wait until 8:51. If I had to wait I would not object to it, so I waited until the time was up, and then loaded on the car. I rode like a man for whites to the front of me, whites to the left of me, whites before and behind me, and by them I was surrounded. I was just a little black island surrounded by white folks. We said nothing to each other. Boston was reached and I found a colored man with a hack. While hacks were out of style, yet it was the cheapest thing I could get to toote me out to Dr. Thornton's. I failed to tell you that I was invited by Dr. M, W, Thornton, pastor of the Charles Street A. M. E. church, to visit his home in Boston. But I did not know enough to send him one of them ticking letters telling him I was on the way. It was not long before I was in his palatial home. Believe me, honey he has some home. But on my way up there, I was halted by a voice, which turned out to be the voice of W. W. Allen, who used to live down in Georgia, but now in Boston, I was riding up on top with the driver taking in the cold, but immediately got down and walked with him. He walked with me too Dr. Thornton was glad to see me and made LINCOLN HIGH SCHOOL at CONVENTION HALL THURSDAY EVENING, MAY 29, 1919 Military, Folk and Aesthetic Physical Exhibition Athletic Contests, Art and Fashion Display 500 Students in Action Admision 25 and 15c Boxes 35c VOLUME FIVE. me as welcome as he would a bishop. I was soon up stairs and met Bishop I. N. Ross, who has charge of West Africa, the Rev. Mr. Sydes, presiding elder of the district, and another little yellow man whose name I do not recall. Bishop Ross was up to preach Sunday morning. Dr. Sydes just dropped in and I was there to be with the other gentlemen. Soon dinner was served and I went out in the street with Mr. Allen. He showed me around Boston, that is to say he went to do the shopping for his wife, and I went along. They have some market in Boston, and you just enjoy being there. You feel like shouting right out in church, and I don't blame you. Then we went over to the home of Mr. Allen and met his wife, and from there over to Mr. and Mrs. Payne and I kept up so much noise in and around on the streets until Mr. Allen got ashamed of me and would have turned me over to a policeman, but I get still. You see so much in Boston, and when you get full of beans you are certainly active. I went to several Boston stations and got my full. They have a big open field there they call Boston Commons, and you can sit around there as long as you like, and even take a little nap if you are not sleepy, and they do not bother you there. They tell me this was established away back in revolutionary t imse. I 123456 1234 revolutionary times. I don't know what that means, but they say that at one time British soldiers occupied that place in order to make the Americans good children. Whether this is true or not you will have to ask some one else. I saw a great big high monument and they said it was erected to Crispus Attucks. They tell me that Attucks said to a lot of white men and black men, "Let us whip the levil out of them soldiers," and while he did not have a gun, he got clubs and started to perform the task when they shot him down, hence he was the first to give his life for the menhood rights of all Americans. I didn't know that. Is it in the history books? They carried me down and showed me the spot where Attucks fell, and I got down on my knees and began to pray aloud. I had my eyes closed and when I reached amen I was well surrounded with people. I told them I was thanking God that my people had given something to civilization and that Boston recognized it. I think I just want to stay in Boston all the time. The police decided that I was harmless and did not molest me. I heard some one say, "He is a religious crank," but I was just rejoicing. Sunday morning I went over to St. Paul A. M. E. church, to hear Charles Stewart preach, and he was right at home in Boston. I can't understand how it is that job lots knows so many people in this country. He was at home ni Boston. Sunday night I went to Charles Street A. M. E. church. You will never be able to guess what I saw there, and I am not going to ask you for you would guess your brains out and still be in the dark. Dr. Thornton is pastor of this church, but he is to come off of the shelf in 1920 and ascend to the highest peak in the A. M. E. church, episcopacy, and he won it by his work. He is a worker and a preacher, and believe me, he has been doing some things in this section of the world. Now you want to know what else happened? Of course you do and you would just listen to me all day if I would tell you. I had the pleasure of meeting Rev. M. F. Sydes, who is one of the presiding elders in this part of the country. They have two and he is one, but I don't know the other. Well, I have spent two days around here in Boston and the more I see the more I want to see. I have had the pleasure of meeting several of the preachers, the Rev. C. D, Douglass, of the Baptist church. He has just accepted a call here to the Union Baptist church and they seem to like him here, and I could name some others, but will not be KANSAS CITY, KANSAS, FRIDAY, MAY 9, 1919. CITY ilo, Saturday, May 0000000 0 0 ILLUSTRATED 0 'With Moving P 0 DAVID AND J 0 SUNDAY EVENING 0 —at— 0 FIRST A. M. E. C 0 By Rev. J. F. Griff 0 FREE 0000000 ENDOWMENT BOARD.MEETS WORTHY G. The Endowment Board of the Grand body of the Sunflower Court of Calanthe held an executive session last Saturday at the home of the Worth Grand Councillor, Mrs. Norene Davis, 1116 Washington Boulevard. It was found this department was in splendid condition and the Worthy Councillor was greatly pleased with board's report. Those who attended were Mrs. L. J. Bordon, secretary; Mrs. E. M. Roberts, treasurer; and Attorney James H, who attended were Mrs. L. J. Gordon remained over Sunday to the Annual Thanksgiving sermon. K. OF P. DRILL AND PROGRAM Company E, U. R. K, gave an exhibition drill and musical-literary program with the clubs of Eighth Street Baptist church at M. & O. hall and took in over $147 at the door. The following rendered selections: Reading, Flossy Cotten, Vocal solo, Miss Stewart; deserbed an encore. By special request Mrs. M. C. Matthews read a poem. Vocal solo, Dr Radford; very good. Remarks, Mr. Walter Meeks. Vocal solo, "Dreaming," Mrs. N. Davis; good. Miss O. Scott was the pianist. The drill received much applause on some of their maneuvers. The hall was packed to its capacity and it is thought over $200 was cleared. Mr and Mrs. S. T. Washington and Captain J. G. McCurry were the principal managers. Mrs. D. B. Jackson sold tickets and received donations of $64 and received $5, the first prize, The originator of the exchange of programs between the Lawrence Sunday Forum and Citizens' Forum, Kansas City, Kansas was elated over the interest manfiestied and the splendid program rendered this year. It was last spring that she succeeded in having the event made an annual affair. Mrs. E. M. Roberts of Wellington, Kansas, and Grand Treasurer of the Endowment department of Sunflower Grand Court of Calanthe is spending the week as guest of Mrs. Norene Davis, the Worthy Grand Councellor, at 116 Washington boulevard. Mr. A. L. Sykes gave $100 to the same team and the Home Drug company took out $100 in bonds. able to do this week. I am going to try my hand this week in New York City and will tell you my experience there next week. I have just heard the news, that there is to be in New York City a bank soon. This matter has been discussed for a long time, and it was declared that there was much need of a strong financial institution up in Harlem where our people are as thick as the fleas on a dog's back. The exact location has not been determined, but it will be there. I am told that the capital stock of $250,000 has been arranged for. Charles H. Anderson, a banker from Jacksonville, Fla., will be interested in it. I shall have more to tell you about it when I write by next letter. I think I will have to bring this letter to a stop. Look for another one soon. SPECIAL FOR COLORED. 4-room, 50 ft.; terms, only $1250 8-room, easy terms; only $2000,00 R. H. Weber, 500 Minn. Ave. ADVOCATE A. M. E. FOREIGN MISSION BOARD IS IN IT FOR CHRIST New York.—"The African Methodist Episcopal church must do its part in taking this world for Christ," declared Dr. J. W. Rankin, Missionary Secretary of the African Methodist church, in making his report to the Board of Missions, April 30, assembly room in Bible House. The following members of the Board were present Bishop Albert Johnson, Philadelphia, chairman; Bishops Evans Tyree, Nashville, Tenn.; Charles S. Smith, Detroit, Mich. presidents; Edward H. Hunter recording secretary; Revs. R. J, Williams, Philadelphia; E. H. Huhter, Portsmouth, Va.; R. R. Downs, Springfield, Ohio; J. P. Q Wallace, Richmond, Ind.; N. C. Buren, St. Joseph, Mo.; W. O. P. Sherman, D. H. Johnson, Fitzgerald, Ga.; C. E. Brooks, Hamond, La.; H. N. Newsome, Selma, Ala.; C. W. Abington, Dallas, Texas; S. A. Harris, Cocoa, Fla; C. R. Tucker, Okla.; C. E. Allen Detroit, Mich.; Mrs, Mary F; Handy, Baltimore, Md.; and Mrs. S. G, Simmons, Charleston, S C. Bishop John Hurst conducted the opening, and following the introduction of visitors, Dr. J. W. Rankin made his annual report, touching every-phase of missionary work-of the African M E. church, at home and abroad. He said that it had been a most arduous task to keep the foreign mission field alive. "More significant that actual achievements is the daring character of movements launched during the year for future realization. It is as if the war had stirred the imagination and challenged the courage of the Christian church. The Methodist Episcopal church has adopted a program which aims at $80,000,000 to be secured in connection with its centennial movement during the next five years for its missionary work at home and abroad. The Methodist Episcopal church, south, ratified the plans for raising $35,000,000 for the centenary offering of the church. The Southern Baptist convention is aiming at $2,500,000 goal by 1920, and the Board of Foreign Missions of the Presbyterian church. North, included the following additions to their current obligations; $250,000 for India; $100,000 for Guatemala; $100,000 for Syria and an increase in the regular budget of 10 per cent; also $1,000,000 of annuities and one hundred twenty-five new missionaries." At this point he appealed to his own church and race to increase their contribution to missions. He spoke of the Home Mission, and the Foreign mission fields their needs and expressed thanks to the various districts, conferences, and other missionary agencies that had contributed so largely to the missionary work already. He reported that the receipts of his department had been: $58,954.40; brought forward, $3,566.30; total, $62,520.70; expenditures, $59,504.13; balance $3,016.57. CORP'L. WORTEN WRITES EDITOR Verdun, France, March 20. Editor Advocate, Kansas City, Kansas, U.S.A. Dear Sir: I know you will be surprised to hear from me at this place, We have been here four months the 15th of this month. It is less than ten miles from Dead Man's Hill and about eight miles from the Valley of Death. Metz is just a little farther off, somewhere around thirty miles. We were within 36 hours of going to the front line trenches when the armistice was signed. This country is the most desolate place in the world. You have been out on the desert and probably THOS. KENNEDY, PUBLISHER. thought you were in the land of the lonesome. That, does not compare, to being in a place which shows evidence of at once upon a time being thickly populated with cultivated fields, but which is now torn and wrecked almost beyond recognition. The cities are only a mass of ruins; whole towns of what seemed to be some five thousand inhabitants and up destroyed and wrecked until there is not a wall standing much over the height of a man. The city of Verdun has not a single house that did not receive some kind of a token of German marksmanship, most of them are torn and rent until there are very few places which one finds dry enough to sleep. Another thing which I think is of most interest is the underground citadel of Verdun. Tis fortress is all underground as near as I can describe. The fort is a large hill tunneled, in from all direction until it is like a honeycomb. The entrances are guarded by a moat which surrounded the citadel. Also at each gate there is a drawbridge which can be drawn up and just behind the first gate is a heavy porticillis which can be dropped by a slight effort. There are some of these things which remain of the ancients, but now along at the sides of the gate one with sharp eyes can see slits through, which, if you were able to penetrate darkness you would see barrel after barrel, which belongs to the latest rapid firers, which along with the disapearing guns are what helped keep the Germans out of the city. This citadel is said to be capable of holding many thousands of people and food enough to ration them for a year or more. Most of the male population of Verdun spent many months in this fortress at the beginning of the war. It was here that the French soldiers used to come from the outer defenses to rest and sleep. It is more like a little city. You can find most anything you desire inside; all kinds of shops, bakeries and markets, churches, libraries and recreation halls. The streets have electric lights and what seems to be a street car line at first sight, but on further notice turns out to be a small rail line on which food and ammunition is transported from different parts of the citadel. These same little tracks run here, there and everywhere on the surface for miles around the city. They were used to carry shells to the artillery. The city of Verdun is surrounded by hills. It is one of the strongest each of these hills, or rather I shall say, in each of these hills there is a fortress. The French are great for getting in the ground. These hills are hollowed out until everything is below the ground. The top is then camouflaged over until it takes a sharp eye to detect it. I stumbled into one almost before I know it; when I found out I was being ordered away by a French soldier. At least I guess I was being ordered; I could not understand what he said, but he made a movement with the bayonet which was very plain, so I left. Personally I have been very well so far. I have been enabled to travel in most every direction from here and all other places which we have stopped. When I get home I think I will know just a little about this country, enough so that it won't be necessary for me to come back any more. I have been drilling most of my time. Of course I have hiked very near all over France with my pack. I have also a fine bunch of boys. Of course my rank in the army permitted me to get along fine. Well, I am somnolent; give my regards to all and best wishes, I remain. Yours respectfully, CORPORAL WM. C WOOTEN. Headquarters Company, 805th Pioneer Infantry, A. E. F. Former address, 703 Georgia Avenue, Kansas City, Kansas. Mrs. J. H. Clayborne, Mrs. Dickerson, Mrs. Dwiggins and their committee of refreshments and souvenirs deserve credit with the whole. Forum for entertaining the Lawrence people so grandly. Miss Phynola Moore, who was stopping at the "Y" recently married a Mr. Cook, a rich farmer of Pratt, Kans., and will reside there in the future. KNIGHTS HAVE A MAMMOTH CROWD ANNUAL SERMON The Knights of Pythias and Courts of Calanthe turned out in large numbers last Sunay at their Twenty-sixth Annual Sermon, which was held in Pleasant Green Baptist church, corner of Oakland avenue and Fourth street. Rev. Moses Williams delivered the sermon and this young divine and Pythian was equal to the occasion, his theme being "Love and Friendship," and to say the least, it was handled in an eloquent and masterly way. Dr. S. H Thompson, Grand Chancellor, made a short Pythian address, of which is always interesting to a gathering of this kind and in return introduced an honored guest, A. W. Lloyd, Grand Chancellor of the state of Missouri, whose home is in St. Louis. Mr. Lloyd has ben at the head of this order in his state for nineteen years without a break. He said he was one who voted to give Kansas her charter, when she was in the Missouri jurisdiction. His talk was greatly enjoyed by the Pythian family. Sir Nathan W Thatcher was master of ceremonies and his handling of the program and the large audience was nicely done C. C. of the day, Alonzo Morgan, did honor to the occasion, while all the other officers took care of their parts equally as well. The ladies of the Courts looked fine as usual with black skirts, white waists, carrying a white carnation. Mrs. Norene Davis is the Worth Grand Councellor of this jurisdiction, and has made things boom in the state. She is greatly loved by every Court in the Grand Jurisdiction. The Pleasant Green choir, under its directress, Miss Sarah Hammet, rendered classic music. Uniform Department. The Uniform Department, "The Bouquet" of this great order, startled and thrilled the thousands who lined the streets along the line of march Brigadier General Thomas Kennedy, commanding Kansas, with his staff, led the parade, with the First Regiment K. of P. band and Mid-west Company, Captain Harry Forte commanding. Next came Col. Don H. Rife and staff with their famous Second Regiment band, with four companies, Troop B of Kansas City, Mo. Following were more than five hundred Knights, with Grand Chancellor Thompson of Kansas, Grand Chancellor Lloyd, Col. L. A. Knox of Missouri, with other grand officers and officers of the local lodges. Notes. A finer display and clean cut looking set of men never walked behind one another than was seen in line Sunday That Second Regiment band of Kansas City, Mo., just makes you walk, whether you want to or not. It is one more band. The following was the church program: Selection.....P. G. B. Choir Invocation.....Rev. N. B. Robinson Pythian Ode ...... Reading of Proclamatinos...H. J. Messley and Mrs. Maude Jones Selection.....P. G. B. Choir Paper.....Mrs. Bettie Lee Vocal Solo.Mrs. Norene Davis,GWC Pytrian Address ...... Dr. S. H. Thompson, G. C. Selection.....P G B Choir Sermon.....Rev, Moses Williams Selection.....P. G. B. Choir Offerty Benediction Col. Chas. Carroll, First Lieutenant Williams and Sergeant Cone of Attucks company No. 8 of Leavenworth, and several Sir Knights attended the K. of P. annual sermon Sunday. First regiment band of the Sunflower state does not take a back seat for any of them, when it comes to putting snap into a parade. Col. Don Rife, his staff, hand and Second Regiment, certainly done the Damon and Pythias act in coming over Sunday. It showed a fine spirit and, Kansas will only have to have the word to show the same spirit. Mrs. J. H. Clayborne, Mr. Dickerson and the reception committee of the Citizens' Forum, wish to thank all who gave cakes or helped in any way at their/reception given to the Lawrence people. Mr. J. H. Clayborne gave $50 cash to Mrs. Matthews team in the Victory Loan. NUMBER 40. THE KANSAS CITY ADVOCATE THOMAS KENNEDY, Editor and Prop. G. A. GREGG, Associate Editor. MRS. M. C. MATTHEWS. Society Editor. PUBLISHED EVERY FRIDAY at 610 North Sixth Street Office Phone.....Bell West 2407 Residence Phone, Bell West 2663 The Advocate is a weekly journal devoted to Race Progress and Human Up- 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 834 Nebraska avenue. MEMBER NATIONAL NEGRO PRESS ASSOCIATION. 1919 MAY 1919 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 31 FRIDAX, MAY 9, 1919. ALONG THE LINE OF REASON Here I Is Er Gin,—"Along The Line ob Reason." Mr. Editor: You asked last week, "What the Negro Expects out of the recent war?" And we had something to say on the subject, which did not take all we had. To tell all that we expect, is to tell much, indeed,—it comprises the line of life of the Negro;—from the war outward. And it covers not only his expectations, purely and simply; but as well,-his hopes, aspirations, his loves and his fears, his joys, his sorrows, and his laughs and his tears; his social, civil and political well-being,-his All, in All,-his Existence. It is indeed a great field,-that is opened by your question, and its putting,-brings many suggestions, among them, that Good old Hymn Arise My Soul, Arise, Shake Off Thy Guilty Fears." In order to get any appreciable portion of what he expects, or should have, we must get in the way of that hymn, and get it "In our way" We must Say it,—Sing it, and Believe it, and ACT it. What do YOU say, Am I Right or Wrong? We should survey well the field of circumstances in which we must work, and open our eyes to the actual facts, instead of being misled by what we may, sometimes hope. This will make us quickly discern individual worth, and the tremendous force of Collectivity. If we only had sense enough to think so, we could easily see, that the same rules of right, justice and economy apply to us, in what is called the Lowly walks of life, as are applied by, and which govern in High Places, that is, among Nations and governments. For instance, we hear a great deal about Secret Diplomacy, now in high places, and in dealings of Nations with Nations. Which means nothing more nor less, than that each Nation, or Race is governed by a greater or less degree of Selfishness, and Race-consciousness, in its dealings with other nations and races. And this Race-consciousness and Selfishness; causes them to so group and conduct themselves, that they reap advantage, at the expense of each other,—and particularly, Weaker Races: This is true of all Races, except US. And it is a Galling Pity, and Burning shame, that we have not learned the art, of "Secret Diplomacy" in a greater degree. And we sincerely hope, that one of the results of the war will be to,—Arous aend Urge us along this line;—so that we will Cease to Hate and Spurn each other; but instead—will find pleasure in being Honest, Honorable, and Candid with each other We must get to that point in considering each other. that we will cease to SECRETLY LIE, to, and on, each other; by our acts and conduct, by reason of which, we now turn into the hands and pockets of our "Other Friends," members of other 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 A very large audience was present at the 11 o'clock service of which many came early to witness the wedding ceremonies. Rev. J. F. Griffin filled his pulpit with that usual strong spiritual sermon. His argument to the church was one of great weight and spiritual effectiveness. The church was comfortably filled at the evening service, when Rev. A. B. Harris, a minister of great note from New Mexico, preached. His sermon was logical, full of truths of helpfulness. Dr. Griffin will fill his pulpit at both services Sunday with a special illustrated sermon in the evening with moving pictures, showing David and Jonathan. You should not miss this sermon. It will be thrown upon a canvas so one may get out all there is in it. The public is asked to be at this special illustrated sermon. The choir will render special music. races, who are unquestionably our enemies;—the big end of our economic resources,—making them happy and comfortable,—and ourselves poor and miserable. Now, then, let's stop hating every thing which looks like US, and wishing we had not been "WHAT WE IS." Let's learn that "The Leopard can not Change His Spots"—but that it is possible to Improve them (make them brighter and more pronounced) by dilligent application. I am Gwyn-ter come along Dis Line Some Mo. Your Uncre Ike, Four Uncle Ike, I. F. BRADLEY, MAY FESTIVAL A grand May Festival by 40 little girls of the Yates Branch of the Y. W. C. A. Fancy drills, wrapping May pole, crowning the May queen. Every parent, and friend should attend this entertainment, for it is going to be something grand and worth seeing what the little tots can do if given a chance. At the M. & O. Hall, Eighth and Washington, Friday, May 16th. 8 o'clock. Admission 10 cents. Rain or shine. Refreshments served MISS MARJORIE KELLY, Directress. MRS. E. J. PATTerson, Chairman. METROPOLITAN TEMPLE NOTES The members and friends of Metropolitan church attended in large numbers, both in the morning and at night. At 11 a. m., there were many preachers, as it was covenant and those who have confessed they will follow Christ testified for Him. It was a spiritual meeting, and several joined the church. At 8 o'clock, Pastor. Holmes preached from Matt. 26:39. O My Father, if it be possible, let this cup pass from me; nevertheless, not as I will, but as Thou wilt" "Twas a glorious sermon and suitable for the occasion. "The Lord's Supper," which was taken by hundres of Christians present. He closed with the beautiful old hymn of "Christ Praying in the Garden," and when the call was made for followers, several more joined. A very large number for night service was present and a large offering was given. The publicity committee's advertising and the popularity of the pastor and working members is bringing numerical results. Clubs of three members each of the whole membership are to bring-in not less than $15 to each of, about 300 clubs. All who can, do your part as the leaders can not do a thing without the individuals. It is as in the army. the privates really gain the victories. Come to our church, as our Temple is one of God's houses for prayer. THE KANSAS CITY ADVOCATE GRAD Like to have nice day J. A. W. Kansas City's Pioneer Announces that he has a select assortment of prices to suit the taste and poise. Watches for Young Diamond Ring Diamond Fine Un E 1616 WEST NINTH STREET BELL PHONE Rev. Wm. B. Johnson has accomplished a great good in this community in holding a service in the white Methodist church. The meeting will create a better feeling among the races. Prof. G. A. Gregg, A. M., who delivered the address, proved himself equal to the occasion. The church is taking on new life. The third quarterly meeting will be held the 18th inst. Several visitors from Pleasanton came up to the rally which proved a success. While in the city Prof. Gregg was the guest of Rev. and Mrs. Johnson. Rev. Rucker, a Baptist minister of Quindaro, preached at the Baptist church last Sunday. L. W. Tennison,. Wm. Logan, Wm. Howard, Sr., A. Orr, Prof. J. W. Lowery, are newly elected officers. The Neighborhood Bible Class has not missed and has interesting meetings. The president appointed Miss M. Jackson, chorister, Mrs. Phynola Moore-Cook made a nice talk at the last meeting; she will leave Saturday, May 10th, for/her home at Pratt, Kansas. We congratulate her and pray God's blessings on her. Next meeting of the Bible Class is Wednesday, May 14th. Lesson Luke XV. In loving memory of my darling daughter, Ethel Clark, who died May 3, 1918, in Phoenix, Arizona; also in memory of my beloved husband, J. P. Clark, who died May 7, at the same place: Dear ones, you are gone but not forgotten by your loving mother and wife, who sadly misses you both. Sleep on, till we meet again in our Heavenly home, to part no more.—Mrs. Jennie Clark, State avenue, Kansas City, Kansas. An interesting meeting was held at the Quindaro church last Thursday evening. A partial report of members will be made this evening at the Y. M. C. A., Ninth and Nebraska. Last evening a parlor meeting was held at the home of Mr. Trotter. Chairman Dwiggins is planning to hold these parlor meetings in different parts of the city. Col. Young says: We will get somewhere if we have a program. I believe the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People the best established general body through which to work. It is composed of intelligent people of both races. Just think what a power for good it would be if 1,000,000 of us would give only one dollar a year. for membership. We would be like the driving ants of Africa. They are very small,, but they go through everywhere. They go by the millions and everything, snakes, lions, elephants and people all get out of their way." Goal: 100,000 members nationally —1.200 members locally! Meeting tonight! Meeting Friday night of next week. Jbin now! Call Secretary Matthews, Bell West 1859-J or G. A. Gregg, Bell West 2439-J. 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. is guaranteed for one bottle to benefit any cacse of pellagra, rheumatism, eczema, scrofula or any blood, liver or kidney disease, or your dollar returned and no questions asked; or if you take two bottles between October 22, 1917, and March 1, 1918, and you receive no benefits, upon affidavit of same I will return to you your $2.00 and give you 1.00 free. Why experiment? Take a remedy with wonderful merit. A trial is all I ask you to give G. S. Sold by all druggists or sent prepaid. Pricec, $1.00. six for $5.00. Call on your druggist or G. S. before you order from me write for testimonials. PAOLA, KANSAS BIBLE CLASS IN MEMORIUM. N.A.A.C.P. Lodge Notices FREE $1.00 L. M. GROSS 721 Spring Street LITTLE ROCK. ARK GRADUATES Like to have nice presents given them J. A. WILSON Kansas City's Pioneer Negro Jeweler Announces that he has a select assortment of nice Jewelry for Presents, at prices to suit the taste and pocket. Watches for Young Men and Women Diamond Rings and Earrings Diamond LaVallieres Fine Umbrellas Etc. 1616 WEST NINTH STREET, KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI BELL PHONE MAIN 3859 FORT SCOTT. KANS. Mrs. Rosa Mack and daughter of Chicago were guests of Miss Jessie Brown, at supper Saturday. Private Mayhew from overseas worshipped at Wayman Sunday. Mr. Mahan of Little Rock, Ark, is the guest of his brother-in-law, Dr. A. L. Hawkins. Rev. O. Hunter is quite ill with pneumonia. Rev. Webb preached at Shiloh Baptist church Sunday. The pastor's Jewel Club, organized by Rev. Tillman, had a picnic at Gunn Park Saturday. Rev. and Mrs. Tillman, Prof. G. E. Watson, Mrs. Sarah Parks and Mrs. Helmsley chaperoned the thirty children, who had a delightful time. Mrs. Esther Terry and Mrs. Mary Brown gave a social at Mrs. Terry's for the East Side Trustee Helpers, Thursday evening. The Stewardess of Wayman served a bounteous supper to the pastor and men at the clearing bee, held at the church Wednesday evening. The painting and kalsomining of the interior of the auditorium was done by the pastor, assisted by Mr. Isaac Hunter, assisted by Rev. Hunter and Mr. Warren Mayberry. Papering is also being done at the parsonage. Rev. and Mrs. Tillman and Miss Dorothy and Mr. Jimmie Parks were dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Jackson Parks Sunday. Mrs. Jennie Miller, leader of Class No. 6, is again the holder of the class banner for the quarter. The Mite Missionary ladies are busy preparing for their May Queen Bazaar, May 5-6. Prof. G. E. Watson is busy getting ready for the closing of the Plaza school. List Your Homes With Us. List your houses for sale or rent with us If you want the CASH, we will sell them for you. George McClelland and Son, Real SANTALL CAPSULES MIDY CATARRH of the BLADDER relieved in 24 HOURS Each Cap-sule bears the name MIDY Devare of commerfeis E. E. Frizell, federal, farm labor commisioner for Kansas, has called a meeting of wheat growers of the fifty-three counties of the "wheat belt" for the purpose of discussing harvest problems. The various districts will be represented by delegates allotted one for each 1,000 acres of wheat. The meeting is expected to 'ix a price to be paid harvest laborers and determine how many will be needed. Mr. Frizell will report the findings to the national labor and employment bureaus. The meeting will be held at Hutchinson, May 1. Richard J. Hopkins, attorney general of Kansas, and Fred S. Jackson, attorney for the public utilities commission, are ready to go before Judge Wilbur F. Booth of the United States District Court and demand the refund of the excess charges for natural gas, with interest, on all the extra charge above twenty-eight cents. The United States Supreme Court in a recent decision announced that consumers were entitled to a refund and interest on the extra fee. Sergt. Earl L. Jones, originally listed as missing and later as slightly wounded, has been reported in a telegram from the War Department as killed in action between September 26 and October 3. He was a son of Mr. and Mrs. A. C. Jones of this city and a member Company C, 139th Infantry, 35th Division. HERE IT IS. History of the American Negro in the Great World War by W. Allison Sweeney. A new book, from cover to cover, on the Colored Soldier and their Splendid Record in the Zone of Europe. Big Commission Cloth binding, $2.75 Library library, $3.75. to Argent. 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Your Paper KANSAS CITY, KANSAS COLD DRINKS BAM Y 614 North Tenth We Deliver ANDERSON'S N REAL ESTATE SALE highly improved all kinds fruit; right party. good neighborhood; $2500; $300 erest. ed streets; one-half block car property for colored people town. Kansas City Kansas 1050 KANSAS CITY, R SALE MODERN, 31 FT. $2800 MODERN; $4000; $2000 MODERN; $3500; $2000 Y WATER AND GAS; TH AND INTEREST. ND & SON D RENTALS RESILVERED DE TO ORDER COMPANY THE KANSAS CITY ADVOCATE PEACE BEHIND THE BATTLE FRONT November the ninth was a day of unusual activities. From afar off came the dull boom of the relentless Allied artillery; from above came the shrap detonation of anti-aircraft shells as they burst near the plane of some daring German aviator, who had flown far back of the lines in order to observe our movements. The rounds of these heavier guns were interspersed now and then with the rat-a-tat-tat of a deadly machine gun as a heavy "Taube" swooped down on an American observation balloon, setting it afire. A never ending train of trucks, loaded with ammunition for the American batteries outside Metz, told of the plans of the Allies to crush their foe with one irresistable drive from the North Sea to the Swiss border. For months we had seen these same things. Never peace, never quiet, but all was bloodshed and carnage and why—the world knows only too well. But we were weary and worn and with nightfall we lay down to sleep, praying it would soon be over. Early the next morning, while it was still dark, we were awakened from our dreams of home and loved ones, and told to roll our packs at once. Rapidly we worked, wondering all the while what it was all about, and where we were going. In an hour we were packed and ready to move out. A number of trucks were waiting to carry us to our unknown destination; through the cold gray dawn they sped. Where, we djd not know for sure, but certain signs along the road telling us to wear our gas masks in the alert position, and indicating that the road over which we were going was the aerial road, confirmed our suspicions that we were on our way to that unknown, everchanging, ghastly region of which we had heard so much but had never seen—the front. The order which moved us was evidently sent to practically every other organization in our sector, for the road was fairly teeming with men on their way to the front. For ten miles we passed combatant infantries, pioneer infantries, labor battallians, engineers. artillerymen and men from every other branch of service. Solemnly, stolidly resignedly, they "moved up." Louder and ever louder the sound of the guns resounded; miles of camouflage shrouded the road, huge piles of ammunition were seen in the woods: equipment and ammunition littered the fields and roads. Everything told us we were near the front. About 8 o'clock we stopped at St. Benoit on Worve. This was the motor head and motor cars were not permitted to go farther up toward the line Here we alighted. In an open field we stacked arms and awaited further orders; in an hour they came and we started afoot for the trenches. Before we reached them we were ordered to turn back. Bv this time German artillery and observation balloons had made the road dangerous to travel, so we left the road and sought protection in a clump of woods. In the woods were a battery of American artillery and they fairly shook the ground as they sent their deadly missives hissing over to the German lines. Exploding German shells filled the air with detonations until our ears ached. Hun planes swooped low over our heads, their machine guns trained on any one who ventured out into the open field. Here, in mud and water, without a bite to eat, we waited all day until the night would permit us to move out. We tried to light a fire but with each fresh detonation of the battery in our rear the ground would tremble so violently that our fire would be shaken level. With nightfall we left the woods and started for a village some fifteen miles distant. Tired, hungry, thirsty, I shall never forget the hike My shoes rubbed my heels until they were raw, and my pack seemed to weigh a hundred pounds. Near midnight we reached our destination. Here I ate my first meal and instantly fell asleep. When I awoke the sun was high in the Heavens. On a high hill behind the town an American gun was stationed and at regular intervals we heard the gun roar as it sent a 16-pounder hissing, screaming, turning on its mission of death; then followed a dull thud as it landed in a Hun trench five miles away. In our hearts we prayed it had killed. For we too were now drunk with the lust to kill, and we longed for blood; if that could stop this terrible war. The rumor was abroad that the armistice had been signed and that hostilities would cease at 11 o'clock. Breathlessly we waited. At 10:30 the gun was firing, at 10:50 it fired; again at :58, af 11:02 (by our watches) it fired again. Our hearts dropped and we knew we were de- 24th & Vine S New Vigor Vim and Vitality Follow the use of DR. MILES' Heart Treatment If you are suffering from any weakness, irregularity or distress of the heart you should try this reliable medicine. Thousands have been benefited by its use. Mrs. Mary E. Sheafer, West Philadelphia, Pa., found great relief. 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No sound of purs, no fighting planes, no killed and wounded. But only—Peace. And then, home. CORPORAL N P. BARKSDALE. Co. A. 806th Pioneer Infantry, A. E. F. EXCELSIOR CLUE'S FIRST MAY FESTIVAL AND GRAND CONERT Metropolitan Temple, Thursday Eve, May 22nd. Music ..... Rev. A. Royston Invocation..... Metropolitan Choir Music..... Opening remarks ..... Mrs. F. Thompson Patriotic Music ..... Monologue, "America the Beautiful," Mayday Geyden Music, Quartet..... A. M. E. Choir Poem, "May, the Virgin Month" ..... Mrs M. C. Matthews Instrumental Duet..... Miss Orpheus Ssott and Mrs. C. Weeks Vocal Solo..... Mme. Burnett Prof. J. P. King Music, Solo.....Prof. T, H, Reynolds Vocal Duet or quartet..... Remarks.....Dr. D. A. Holmes Pipe Organ Selection— (a) Springtime, Greig (b) May Song, Mendelssohn .....Mrs. W. G. Wood Grand Fniale. Mayflower Chain March, led by 12 girls from Miss Ma- rie Clymer's room at Douglass School, leading all to the Festival Hall. Mrs. Zula Jones, mistress of Ceremonies. Two prizes will be given to the persons selling the most tickets. Admission.....10c Rev. White and Miss Brice were married last Friday evening, April 25, at the residence of Rev. T. C. Davis, who officiated. Rev. Jones, pastor of the Methodist church, goes east next week to take an examination for the degree of Doctor of Divinity. He will be away about a week. The Ministerial Alliance of the two cities held its session in Ward Hall Monday. A large number were present. They agreed to co-operate in the work of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People Prof. G. A. Gregg was given an opportunity to present the work and aims of the N. A. A. C. 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Isaac Loche, Plaintiff, vs. Josephine Loche, Defendant. To the above named Defendant, Josephine Loche: You are hereby notified that you have been sued by the above 'named plaintiff, in the District Courtr of Wyandotte County, Kansas; on the grounds of gross neglect of duty and extreme cruelty. That unless you answer the petition filed herein, on or before the 11th day of June, 1919, the said petition will be taken as true; and judgmen and decree rendered accordingly, divorcing the said plaintiff from the said defendant, and with such further relief as the court may deem just and proper. BRADLEY & BRADLEY, Attorneys for Plaintiff. (First Publication April 25, 1919) PUBLICATION NOTICE In the District Court of Wyandotte County, Kansas. \ Will Meddling, Plaintiff, vs. Pearl Meddling, Defendant. To the above named defendant, Pearl Meddling: You are hereby notified that you have been sued in the above entitled court and cause and that in said petition so file in said court and cause plaintiff prays a decree of divorce from the bonds of matrimony heretofore existing between plaintiff and defendant on the grounds of abandonment; and that you must answer the said petition so filed in said court and cause on or before the 15th day of June, 1919, or said petition will be taken as true and judgment rendered against you, divorcing you and said plaintiff, as prayed\in the petition. E. A. SHACKLEFORD, Attorney for Plaintiff. (First Publication May 2, 1919) PUBLICATION NOTICE. In the District Court of Wyandotte County, Kansas. Tempa Vaughn, plaintiff, vs. Charlea Vaughn, Defendant. To the above named defendant: You are hereby notified that you have been sued in the above named court, by the above named defendant, and that unless you appear and answer on or before the 5th day of June, 1919, the petition filed will be presented, and evidence will be introduced thereon, upon which a judgment will be rendered, the nature of which will be a decree, dissolving the bonds of matirmony between plaintiff and defendant, and divorcing plaintiff from the defendant, and restoring the plaintiff to her former name, Tempa Coleman, and for the costs of this action. Attorney for Plaintiff. Attest: R. J. McFarland, Clerk District Court. (First published May 2, 1918) You are hereby notified that you have been sued in the above named plaintiff in the District court, Third Division, of Wyandotte County, Kansas, for divorce on the grounds of 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 of Wyandotte County, Kansas, on or before the 5th day of June, 1919, 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 may seem just and proper to the Court and for costs. DORSEY GREEN. Attorney for Plaintiff. (First publication April 25, 1919.) 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 Lillie Stokes, deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Administration have been granted to the undersigned on the Estate of Lillie Stokes, late of said County, deceased, by the Honorable, the Probate Court of the County and State aforesaid, dated the 17th day of April, A. D. 1919. 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 date of said letters, they shall be forever barred. EARLE R. GILBERT, Administrator of the Estate of Lillie Stokes, Deceased. In Witness Whereof, the undersigned, Probate Judge in and for the County of Wyandotte, State of Kansas, have hereto set my hand and affixed the seal of said Probate Court, this 24th day of April, A. D., 1919. (Seal) JOHN T. SIMS. Probate Judge (First Publication April 25, 1919.) State of Kansas, Wyandotte County/ ss. In the Probate Court in and for said county. In the matter of the Estate of Major Stokes, deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Administration have been granted to the undersigned on the Estate of Major Stokes, late of said County, deceased, by the Honorable, the Probate Court of the County and State aforesaid, dated the 19th day of April, A. D. 1919. 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 date of said letters, they shall before barred. EARLE R. GILBERT, Administrator of the Estate of Major Stokes: Deceased. In Witness Whereof the undersigned, Probate Judge in and for the County of Wyandotte, State of Kansas, have hereto set my hand and affixed the seal of sail Probate Court, this 24th day of April, A. D, 1919. (Seal) JOIN T SIMS. Probate Judge. (First Publication April 25, 1919.) PUBLICATION NOTICE. In the District Court of Wyandotte County, Kansas, Second Division. Lena Jordan, Plaintiff, vs. Robert Jordan, Defendant. To Robert Jordan: You are hereby notified that you have been sued by the above named plaintiff in the District ourt, Second Division of Wyandotte County, Kansas, for divorce on the grounds of habitual drunkenness and abandonment and that you are required to answer the petition of plaintiff filed in the office of the Clerk of the District Court of Wyandotte County, Kansas, on or before the 5th day of June, 1919, 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 may seem just and proper to the Court and for costs. DORSEY GREEN. Attorney for Plaintiff. (First Publication, April 25, 1919.) PUBLICATION NOTICE. In the District Court of Wyandotte County, Kansas. Landon Jackson, Plaintiff ys, Frances Jackson, Plaintiff. To the above named defendant: You are hereby notified that you have been sued in the above named court, by the above named plaintiff, and that unless you appear and answer, on or before the 20th day of June, 1919, the petition filed will be presented to the court, and evidence will be introduced, upon which a judgment will be rendered, the nature of which will be a decree, dissolving the bonds of matrimony existing between plaintiff and defendant, and divorcing the plaintiff from the defendant, and for the costs of this action. I. F. BRADLEY, Attorney for Plaintiff. Attest: R. J. McFarland, Clerk District Court. (First published May 9, 1919) PAGE FOUR FREE BELL PHONE The Buff When out for a pleasant e BUFFALO CLUB, the only one of remodeled and will be opened at The Buffalo Club When out for a pleasant evening don't fail to stop at THE BUFFALO CLUB, the only one of its kind in the State of Kansas; just remodeled and will be opened at the old location. 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The day I left camp, which is at Meusens, a small town in the department of Loire et Cher, I was given my papers of identity and an ordre de transeurte was furnished at headquarters, which is about fifteen miles distant from our camp. I boarded a train at 8:30 Menday morning and was soon moving swiftly toward Southern France, where our leave area is situated. The speed and comfort of the French trains are surprising to one want to consider France as ancient and far behind America in rail transportation. There are three classes of cars: first, second and third, and you buy your tickets for whichever class you desire. The first class cars are very comfortable and luxuriously equipped; the second class cars are a little less luxuriously appointed, but allow one to ride in comfort and ease; the third class cars are very plain, but offer a means of cheap transportation for the poorer classes. The route I traveled led through a region of France replete with historical associations. 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Here and there knelt mothers in prayer; praying for the soul of those who had given their lives for France. Among them moved a priest slowly, an solemnly. A mother, robed in black, who had been praying and sobbing at once, now started singing. Sweetly the beautiful, mellow-tones rose toward the ceiling. The whole place seemed flooded with some celestial light. The woman's words were French, these I could not understand, but her song came from her heart; her emotions were sincere and human; these I understood. I longed to speak to her when she had finished, but I knew not how, so I slowly and recently left this, the house of God. Leaving the cathedral I visited the museum, the theatre, and the Palais de Jacques César. Jacques César loaned Henry VII, king of France, a large sum of money. The king never repaid Jacques and he died in prison, a pauper, because he was unable to pay his debts. His statue stands in the courtyard at Bourges. I could have spent a week at Bourges with profit but it was train time so I went back to the station. I barely had time to catch my train. The train was crowded so I rode third class. There was only one place vacant in the voleur. The sit Kansas City, Mo. Theatre PICTURES.... TRE FOR NEGROES E WEST 7:15 and 9:15 P. M. 0000000 0 New 0 PHOTO STUDIO 0 Nota Avenue 0 (arth's 5 and 10c Store) 0 PHOTOS 0 PRICES 0 ce That 0 ou Right 0 OPEN SUNDAYS 0 0000000 JUNK DEALER. or junk at all times, rags, ss, lead, zinc and every- NEST WEIGHT AT ALL 006-1008 North Third St. KANSAS CITY, KAS. Soda Fountain Soft Drinks Social Club, Barber Shop, Pool and Whist THE KANSAS CITY ADVOCATE compartment was filled with French soldiers on leave, and they were indeed amusing. They all carried a canteen of wine, a piece of cheese and a round loaf of bread about 18 inches in diameter. Some were going home and others were demobilized, and they all seemed very happy. From them I learned that their pay was about fifteen francs per month: and I wondered how they could live when mine was two hundred per month and I found it barely sufficient. But in France a soldier pays twice as much as a civilian pays. About dark we arrived at Lyons, a large manufacturing city, and fortified city of first importance on the Rhone. After an interesting time here I continued on my way, arriving at Chambery (my destination) about 6 p. m. Tuesday. Chambery, in the department of Savoie, is a very old and beautiful city. The department of Savoie once belonged to Italy, but was regained by France in 1860. Here are many interesting. buildings. and. places. Around about the town the majestic Alps, their crowns covered with snow the year around. Here is the old feudal castles of the dukes of Savoy and the kings of Sardinia; the home of Jean Jacques Rousseau and the Eglise St. Peters, over a thousand years old. Six miles from Chambery is the famous resort and bathing place visited by people from all parts of the world. Thirty-nine different kinds of water come out of the mountains, several of which are so hot they burn the hand. In the public place stands an old Roman triumphal, arch built by Lucius Campanus, and nearby is the temple of Diana, over 2,000 years old. The Y. M. C. A. at Aix-les-Bains is in the second largest gambling house in France and was often visited by Harry Thaw. Lac Bourget, nearby is the largest lake in France, being over eleven miles long and five hundred feet depe. At the western end of th elake is Hautecombe Abbey, one of the most historic spots of France. Here are buried some of Italys noted princes and kings and queens of Sardinia. Here Napoleon crossed the Alps in 1801 and still earlier Hannibal, the black Carthaginian. From the summit of Mt. Revard on the shore of the lake can be seen Mt. Blanc and Italy, as Aix-les-Baines is very near the Italian border. About six miles from Chambery is the Black Madonna, about which the peasants tell an interesting legend. The Madonna was once white but the Carthaginians painted it black, and declared Christ was a Negro. For some time the French refused to honor it, but finally a landslide started down the mountain. At the black Madonna is stopped; the French took this for a good omen and have since honored the Madonna which they call La vierge noir. The government quarters all soldiers in good hotels and pay absolutely all expenses. I stayed at the Hotel de Chateaubriand, the same hotel where General Foch spent 3 months. As a result of my visit much benefited and have a better opinion of France and the French. I eagerly await the day when I ena again visit this resort. NORVAL P. BARKSDALE; CITIZENS' FORUM An audience of perhaps 1,200 assembled at Metropolitan Temple at the Citizens' Forum to listen to the last pipe organ recital by Prof. R. G. Jackson, for the season. It was a very appreciative audience as was shown by their applause of many or the selection. President Hodge clied to order and Prof. Jackson's 150 singers sang two melodies, "O Lord Won't You Come?" with great volume, and "Were You There" with musical cadence. Then the invocation, by Dr. F. J. Peck, president of Western University was very appropriate. "Manning" by Dett, a colored composer, was pretty. "The Angel's Dream," by Kubenstein, played by Prof. Jackson, was classic and the prettiest of his instrumental selections. "Jesus Only," by Rotoli, was sung by the chorus in a rythmical and harmonious manner. Their dimuendos and crescendos were great. The bassos and altos lifted one up. The organist rendered the school songs of five schools. Only one lady stood up from Fisk, five ladies and two men from Sumner High, about seven from Kansas University, and about thirty from Western University, Then came the surprise. The Jackson Jubilee Concert company in Miserere by Verdi. Mrs. R. A. Jackson as soprano, Mrs. James Stewart and the other five-fine female contralto and four gentlemen with fine bass and tenor voices. The Latins would call their singing "excellentissimo." the French "mome il faut," i.e., (as it should be). They received an ovation on this number. Prof. Jackson rendered the "Pilgrim's Song of Hope," then let Mrs. D. A. Holmes, his pupil, who with thirty lessons, played the "Offertory" by Read, and she was applauded, but when little Miss Thomas, of Kansas City, Mo., a girl of 12, whom he had given only twenty lessons, played the "Prayer" by, Read, she was encored. Prof. King suggested Pastor Holmes, as the greatest money raiser in town, to assist Mr. Forrest Anderson in taking up a collection to get Prof, Jackson a suitable souvenir for his six fine free pipe organ recitals, and to get a new piano bench for the church—$20, the largest collection of the Forum year, was taken up. Dr. F. J. Peck congratulated the members of Metropolitan Church for following the leaders and erecting such a magnificent temple; and having such a wonderful pipe organ. He is one of the broadest race men the writer has met. He is not narrow about churches, but is for the race. He invited the major and his State Guards and the congregation and all to attend his commencement at Western University, on June 5. The lest Forum program of the season will be May 11th. It is termed Mothers' Day. All are invited as it is to be as great a day as Women's Day last year. Mrs V, Calhoun read the minutes and acted secretary on this occasion. Mrs. M. C. Matthews, who has not missed but two meetings of the Forum in four years, took newspaper notes, as she is the publicity committee. COFFEYVILLE, KANSAS. This is the most prosperous year in the history of Bethel A. M. E. church, both from a financial and a spiritual standpoint. Ever since the coming of Dr. H. H. Jones, Bethel has taken on new life, and worked as she has never worked before. Too much credit cannot be given this worthy gentleman, because he has worked hard to raise the standard in this city, and we feel that his efforts have not been in vain. In February, the trustees had a rally, in which $400 was raised to beautify the church. About five weeks ago, these same officers started a $1,000 drive, which will close June 1, at which time we hope to burn the mortgage that has burdened the church for many years. To prove that we mean to lift this debt, we have already raised $738 of it. While striving to care for the temporal side of the church, Dr. Jones has not lost sight of the spiritual side, and was very fortunate in securing the Rev. Dr. S. Douglas McDuffie, who has just closed a revival in Bethel, A. M. E., church. It is said by some of the oldest members of Bethel, this is by far the greatest meeting that was ever held in this city. For fourteen nights the doctor persuaded men, women and children, the result of which ninety-six surrendered and united with various churches of the city. It is said not too much to say the doctor is a "HumanDramatizer of GospelTruth" and a conscientious Christian worker. As has been stated, too much credit and praise cannot be given Dr. H. H. Jones, for his most efficient work It is putting it very mildly when we say he is an earnest worker, a thorough organizer and a gospel preacher. To prove that we appreciate his efforts, Bethel will send him up to the Annual Conference with a report that not only he and this city will be proud of, but with a report that will do credit to the whole A. M. E. connection. CHURCH WEDDING Sunday morning at 10 o'clock a beautiful church wedding took place at First A. M. E. church, Eighth street and Nebraska avenue. The contracting parties were Mr, Oscar F. Allen and Miss' Bessie Garth, both of the Missouri side. Rev. J. F. Griffin officiated. The groom is the custodian of the Western Union Telegraph building and the bride is the matron at the same place. There were about thirty young girls and men, employees (white) present. The church was well filled with friends and the public. A number from the groom's home, Leavenworth, including his mother, were present. After a week's honeymoon this happy couple will be at home at 3018 West Prospect street, Kansas City, Missouri. The Advocate wishes for them a happy and prosperous wedded life. PARTY MAKES. PLEASANT TRIP Mrs. Norene Davis entertained her house guest, Mrs. E, M. Roberts of Wellington, Kansas, and a party to Excelsior Springs. Mo., Wednesday, going by trolley. The trip was a delightful one, and all enjoyed it with much pleasure. FRIDAY, MAY.9, 1919. 0-0-0-o-o-0-0-0 E END OF THE WOR AND 0-0-0-0-0 HE WORLD THE END OF TIME BROWN AND BLACK MAN'S DAY. THE WHITE MAN'S DAY. THE RED AND YELLOW MAN'S DAY. THE JEW. THE CHURCH DAY. WHAT THE CHURCH IS. THE GREAT DAY. 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