Kansas City Advocate

MATINEE AT THE MILO, SUNDAY, 2 P.M. FINE PICTURES. 10th & New Jersey KANSAS TWELVE MONTHS, $1.50. St. Louis, Mo—Last week was one of the greatest weeks I have ever experienced since I have been in the world and you know I have been here ever since "Heck was a pup" and now he is an old dog and long since has passed to the place where dogs go when they are through with their barking down here in this land of sorrow and woe, sunshine and gladness. Now you are wanting to know what has happened to me, and it is just my duty to let you know and here it is. I attended the National Negro Business League in this city, and I saw some of the biggest men I have ever seen and some of the business men of my race, and I just went through the streets of St. Louis shouting "Praise God, I have seen it at last." People asked what was the matter and I told them about the National Negro Business League and our strong men and I had to shout it over. Some of them declared that it was a crazy man, and I heard a man say to a woman "There is somebody away from home in his up stairs part." Dr. Robert R. Moton, of Tuskegee Institute, the man who is doing so much for his people, and of course is misunderstood, is the president of the league now. He was made so at this session, and I want to take advantage of this opportunity to congratulate them upon their choice, for I consider it a wise one. We are going to see the League get back to where it was under the late Booker T. Washington. Of course, you know Mr. Moton, for he is a man every inch of him, and he is just doing things for who shall last the longest. He is a man of mind and a man of influence. The very fact that he was selected as principal of Tuskegee Institute tells you that he must be somebody, for there were thousands of men who would have gladly accepted the position and some of them are big men, too. But now Dr. Moton is a man well educated, starting with the training he got in Hampton, building up on it in other institutions, he has gone on and on up. During his connection with Hampton, he was just the man of the hour there and the man of affairs. He was practically the principal of Hampton Institute, so far as the detail work there was concerned, and all people around there looked up to "Major Moton" and he had the respect of all the people, saying nothing about race or color. He was a personal friend of Dn. Booker T. Washington, and often they appeared at the same time in the North and spoke to the same people about the same common cause. He is a fine looking man, and would never be mistaken for a white man if you would impress you as an African kind. Who closely connected with the two men, that when Dr. Washington was called away to his home, Dr. Moton was at once selected as his successor, but the League saw fit to elect Hon. J. C. Napier, which was perfectly all right with Dr. Moton. But this time Dr. Moton was made the real president and Hon. J. C. Napier an honorary president, with membership on the executive committee. The next session is to be held in Philadelphia, and I want the whole country to try to be there. If you are engaged in any kind of business bring your business to Philadelphia, tell how you started it, what inspired you, how you have succeeded or failed, and some one will get an inspiration from you, and be prepared to enter into it. I had the pleasure of meeting Major Allen Washington, who is successor to Dr. Moton at Hampton Institute, and he is a fine looking man, and don't you forget it. He knows a thing or too himself. I met the founder of Mound Bayou, Hon. L. T. Montgomery. He was accompanied by his wife, and he spoke out and said some helpful things. He is a most remarkable man, and you will agree with me if you ever get a chance to see and meet him. I was delighted with this opportunity. I was proud to see him, to talk with him, to walk with him, and to serve God with him. The leading spirit of Mound Bayou, Miss., who has done more to put it on a financial map than any other one man, was Hon. Charles Banks. He has the dough, and he has used it. He has spent his money, his talent and his all right there in the town to help to build it up. He put it on the map. He is the backbone of the bank, and the father of many enterprises. He has the honor of building the largest oil mill in the state of Mississippi, and the only one owned by our people. It was erected as a cost of one hundred thousand dollars and a little more, and Mr. Banks raised the money, and it is only a question of a few weeks now before the wheels will be turning. It was a wonderful undertaking and we are glad to know that it is a success. If you do things the people will criticise you, and there you will always find some one who will try to kill you or kill you right dead if you allow them to do so. Such is the case with Mr. Banks and his friends. They have called him everything but a child of God, but he has not cakeden, but continued to do all the good he could for his people, and now some of them are 'standing up and calling him blessed. Mrs. Matilda Andrews. from way out yonder in Denver came along and told about her hog ranch. She had done things, and she declared that she did not make a hog out of her business, but made a business out of a hog. Good came from many throats. I wish you could have heard them, and heard what they had to say and how they put to her questions about this hog industry. I am real proud that I had the pleasure of knowing her. Mr. Eunnett J. Scott was there, and I was proud to shake his hands, and to know this young giant, who helped us out during the war. He was our representative there in the office of the Secretary of War, and believe me, honey, he did some real substantial good for our people. I care not what Dr. DuBois, may have had to say about Dr. Scott, and Dr. Moton, they have made their record and he will never be able to change it, although he stirred a few thunder-headed people, and caused them to join in the criticism. I can tear down a house or take to pieces a watch, and it is an easy thing for a man to tear down a man, but it is hard to build up one. I have seen so much man killing. I take off my hat to Dr. DuBois, and I think he is right when he tries to get back into the love and good graces of the Ameri can people, but he should not try to destroy two leaders to do this. There is plenty of room. He should help us build up and not tear down. I know he is a much educated man, but I want that he shall continue to use his education to build us up. When you destroy one representative man who has gone to the top and stands well in the eyes of the people, then you hurt all of us, even taints the fellow who does the slinging. I think I have had enough to say in this matter. I shall now have to leave you. Take good care of yourself. I have had a great time at the League. I must tell you about a man who is now heard from all over the country, John L. Webb, of Yazoo City. Miss who was here. He is the head of the Woodmen of Union, a fraternal society handling among our people $100,000 every year. He is strictly a business man and a good speaker. They are going to have their meeting in Hot Springs Sept. 1. I wish you could be there to see it. But it is not possible, so you will have to turn your face the other way. I was delighted to see this intellectual giant. God will have to take care of him. He brought along his wife and daughter, and his mother-in-law. It is a rare thing a fellow totes his mother-in-law with him. Look for my next. Mr. and Mrs. A. F. Wilson entertained Mr. and Mrs. Harold, of Omaha, and Miss Estella Wilson, who recently returned from Los Angeles, at dinner. WESTERN UNIVERSITY AND STATE INDUSTRIAL DEPARTMENT Quindaro, Kansas The location is ideal,perfectly sanitary on the hills overlooking the Missouri River, and just three blocks from the electric car line leading to Kansas City. Departments Elementary, 2 years; Aca Normal Training, 1 year; ap Education, permitting gradu Kansas. Junior College, 2 ye Course, including Banking, 2 paratory, English and Class years; Nurse Training, 3 ye to 4 years. Elementary, 2 years; Academic, 4 years; Teachers' Normal Training, 1 year; approved by State Board of Education, permitting graduate certificate to teach in Kansas. Junior College, 2 years; Complete Commercial Course, including Banking; 2 years; Theological, (Preparatory, English and Classical), 3 years; Music, 4 years; Nurse Training, 3 years; Industrial Courses, 2 to 4 years. The 25 Trades Taught FOR BOYS:—Carpentry, Blacksmithing, Horseshoeing, engineering Electric engineer, Architectural drawing, Printing, raising, Automobile repairing FOR GIRLS:—Sewing, M. Household Economics, Nurser FOR BOTH SEXES:—Co-Agriculture, Steam laundering, painting, Landscape gardening Special attention given to arts, Gymnasium, Exercises and Greatest Institution in the ing. Will open September 8th For Catalog and other Info F. J. PRESBYTERIAN PUB AMERICA'S PRONE FOR BOYS:—Carpentry, Cabinet making, Tailoring, Blacksmithing, Horseshoeing, Wheelwrighting, Steam engineering Electric engineering, Mechanical drawing, Architectural drawing, Printing and Bookbinding, Stock raising, Automobile repairing and driving. FOR GIRLS:—Sewing, Millinery, Domestic Science, Household Economics, Nurse Training. PRESBYTERIAN PUBLICATION DECRIES AMERICA'S PRONENESS TO VIOLENCE The following observations by the New Era, the organ of the Presbyterian church, are worthy of careful thought. The most profound thinkers and loyal patriots of the country are devoting much towards solving the race problem. Well they may, and it behooves all good citizens of whatsoever color, to give 'heed to this, "America's own," problem. The New Era says: "We hear so much'of Russian atrocities and German atrocities it may be well for us to think a moment of our own atrocities which, so far as we know, in many cases outrank in brutality and horror the murders of the reddest of the red-harded butchers of any other land. During the past 30 years in the United States 3,224 people have murdered by lynching mobs. Of this number all but a few were colored citizens. Of the 61 women lynched 50 were colored. It would have been quite sufficient evidence of the barbarism of these murderous mobs had their victims simply been shot or hanged without due process of law, but to torture by cruelties too un- Some of the persons who attended Mr. Frank Wilson's funeral were: Mrs. Forbes of Omaha, Mr. and Mrs. Clyde Briggs; Mesdames H. Montgomery, Carrie Preston and Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Barnes, of Atchison; Mr. and Mrs. Burdett, Mr. Hopkins; Mesdames Jennie Nichols and Eliza Scott of Leavenworth; Mr. and Mrs. T. Gaines, H. I. Monroe. Rev. Bowers and Editor Nick Chiles of Topeka, and many others from many cities which we did not get. Mrs. Lottie Hall, who has been residing with her daughter in California, has returned home. Her many friends were overjoyed to see her. To the Colored People of Kansas City, Kans., and the State of Kansas: Wake up to the sense of your duty. We are now on the eve of opening up one of the largest mercantile establishments for the colored people in this country. Capitalized at $10,000.00. We are preparing to give employment to hundreds of our people. Shares are now going at $5.00 each, limit 20. You will have to hurry if you want to get in on the ground floor. For further information, call or write W. G. Banks, 516 Minnetsota avenue, Kansas City, Kansas, or phone Bell West, 255. Don't delay. Cabinet making, Tailoring, Eng, Wheelwrighting, Steam Bringing, Mechanical drawing, Bringing and Bookbinding, Stock and driving. Millinery, Domestic Science, Training. Commercial Course, Music, Bringing, China, Water and Oil Bringing, Poultry raising. Military Training, Athlet- and Public Speaking. The West for Practical Train- th'1919. Information write TESSE PECK, President. APPLICATION DECRIES ENESS TO VIOLENCE speakable for us to describe, as has been done in instance after instance, is to sink below the level of savagery. That these things should be permitted in thi sland and no remedy swiftly forthcoming would be incredible were it not true. We have always maintained that a government which can compel its citizens white and black to enlist under its flag and defend it in peril owes to each of these citizens the guarantee of every right assured him under the constitution. Where the state fails the government is under as sacred an obligation to defend and protect its humblest citizens from such outrages as it is its representatives at the courts of Europe. "Mr. Hughes has well said: 'To the black man, who in this crisis has proved his bravery, his honor and his loyalty to our institutions, we certainly owe the performance of this duty (of justice), and we should let it be known from this time on, in recognition of that supreme service, that the black man shall have the rights guaranteed to him by the constitution of the United States.'" An act of heroism equalling any performed during the war is to the credit of Joseph Perry, a negro residing in Kansas City, Missouri. For the sake of a 4-year-old child Perry gambled his life—and lost. On the afternoon of June 25 Perry was passing the corner of Twenteith and Summit streets when his attention was attracted by a small dog snapping at a child, who was crying and attempting to get away. Several times the dog's teeth pierced the child's flesh. Perry seized the dog by the throat to take it away, when it sank its teeth into Perry's arm. An ambulance was called and both Perry and the dog were taken to the General hospital. Both developed hydrophobia. Perry took the Pasteur treatment, but finally left the hospital. A few days later his right arm and the muscles of his throat became paralyzed. He was taken back to the hospital where he died. The bite was too deep for the toxin to combat it, hospital physicians said. The name and address of the child is still unknown. Perry lived at 2410 Flora avenue and was employed at the packing house of Swift & Company. Mrs. Celesta Meeks travels as private secretary to the Abyssinian Prince. Mrs. Collins, on Everett avenue; has purchased a new automobile. ADVOCATE A SMALL DEPOSIT WILL HOLD IT FOR YOU SMALL PAYMENT WILL SECURE IT FOR YOU WHEN YOU WANT IT YOU'LL HAVE IT AND WON'T NOTICE THE MONEY THOS. KENNEDY, PUBLISHER. TURES. 10th & WICHITA DISTRICT'S SHO CONFERENCE WILL B Mr. Editor: Please allow me space in your most valuable paper to say a few words about the Wichita District. Beginning at Abilene circuit we have Rev. Calvin Parratt, a transfer from Arkansas here. He is a brilliant young man and has things well in hand. Has already began on his conference claims. Salina, Rev. O. H. Burbridge, holds forth here. He is a great preacher and is doing much to make Salina what it ought to be. Hill City, Rev. W. M. Martin holds forth at this place. He is one of the Romans; has things well in hand and he says he is coming to the conference with an increase along all lines. Great Bend, Rev. R. E. Harper, has been assigned to this work since May, which was left vacant by reason of Rev. Davis resigning. He is doing a great work, and doing some much-needed repairs for the church. We wish for him a bright future: Garden City, at the extreme west end of our District, Rev. S. B. Anderson holds forth here. his charpe has less than 20 active members, but under the leadership of the pastor, one of the greatest financiers of the church, they have succeeded in completing a modern 3-room parsonage of not less than $400.00. St. John, Rev. J. G, Gause has charge of the work at this place. He is succeeding nicely. He has the confidence of his people. Sterling. Rev. R. H. Wilson holds forth there. This is Rev. Wilson's first work and he is doing a great work. Pratt, Rev. W. H Merritt is serving this people for his second term. He has succeeded in paying his church out of debt and is also installing a heating plant. Anthony, Rev. T. M. Reaves has promised to report a new church at conference this fall. He is doing the best work of his life. Wellington, this is a beautiful city of about twelve thou- OUR NEIGHBOR (By Mrs. Margaret Calaway-Matthews, fo rthe Neighborhood Club for her cousin, the late Rev. Frank Wilson.) Our neighbor, toiling with life's work Sought to enjoy life's boon, When a great summons came to him On one afternoon. He kept his lamp burning bright Tried to win others, too; And boldly answered to our Lord "Gladly I'll go with you." Our neighbor was not only kind To those just near in view; But he was kind to the far and near As Christ bade us to do. He, also, worked hard for the race To get them all to agree, But d'd the greatest work for God, To live eternally. Let us revere the good he has done, Beware of Satan's elves; "Love the Lord God with all our hearts Our neighbors as ourselves." To his dear brother, we would say "Christ knocks at your heart's door Accept Him, so you'll meet him again Where we will part no more." NOW OR FIFTY FUR-TRIMMED FOR LAST $10.00 to $15.00 Less Than A SMALL DEPOSIT WILL SMALL PAYMENT WILL S WHEN YOU' WANT IT, YOU'LL NUMBER 3. sand. The opportunity is great for some man who wants to do real church work. Brother F. T Bean, one of our local preachers, has charge of the work at this time. Winfield. Rev. H. C. White; he is serving his second year. His church is out of debt and so he has only to preach and look after the interest of his people. Arkansas City, Rev. J. W. Williams has charge. This is his second year. His church swings clear of debt. He preaches and looks after the interest of his people. Hutchinson, Rev. R. C. Henderson, B. D. This church is enjoying a spiritual feast, so Hutchinson takes her place among the charges that are doing things. Newton, Rev. W. M. Enyard has charge here. He has Newton moving as never before in her history. He entertained our district conference in June, which was declared by gel present that it was the greatest in the history of the Wichita district. Too much credit cannot be given Rev. Enyard and his faithful wife and people for the royal manner in which they entertained us. The district conference Sunday School convention indorsel Dr. J. R. Ransom unanimously for the bishopric in 1920, not as a westerner but because of his worth to the church and to his race. Wichita, Dr. J. R. Ransom holds forth here. This church is in a very, very great prosperous condition under the leadership of this great man of God. This church with the district is praying for the elevation of this great man of God. Knowing that he would be great service to his church and race. For no man is better known internationally than he. The Wichita District will go over the top with all claims paid up when she reports in Kansas ity September 24, 1919. Yours in His name. E. W. SMITH, P. E. 606 N. Water St., Wichita, Kans. He's paid his debt and gone before, He's free from toil and care Let no one give up, but strive for Heaven, And meet Our Neighbor there. GROCER LOSES GARAGE. At about 3 o'clock Tuesday morning the garage attached to the store. of A. J. Hill, Eleventh street and Freeman avenue, was burned, while the building occupied by the grocery store, the upper story being used as living rooms, was badly damaged. Mr. Hill carried but $500 insurance on his car, which was burned in the garage. The delay of the firemen in reaching the place caused the loss to be heavier than it should have been. There is talk of incendarism as being the origin of the fire, but it so the parties are unknown as Mr. Hill has no enemies, and is universally liked both by his own race and the white people living in the neighborhood. The garage was erected but a few months ago. Mr. H. L. Calthoun. 928 Oakland avenue, has bee nvery ill, but we are glad to know that he is some better at this writing. Mrs. W. G Wood the efficient organist of Metropolitan Temple, arrived home Sunday from a week's visit at Excelsior Springs. KANSAS COAL COMPANY (Successors to J. M. Bailey) COAL AND WOOD BUILDING MATERIALS ETC. 1917-1925 NORTH NINTH STREET KANSAS CITY, KANSAS Both Phones West 1106 S. L. North, Manager THOMAS KENNEDY, Editor and Prop. C. P. SWANCY City Editor and Circulation Manager MES. M. C. MATTHEWS. Society Editor. 610 North Sixth Street Residence Phone, Bell West. 2663 *The Advocate is a weekly journal devoted to Race Progress and Human Uplift. "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 ave- MEMBER NATIONAL NEGRO PRESS ASSOCIATION. 1919 - AUGUST - 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 CO-OPERATION. More and more as the years come and go, the race is reaching out towards independence. That is, to do for itself more and depend upon its white neighbors for assistance less. Under the caption, "Negroes Run Co-op Stores," the St. Louis Post-Dispatch has the following remarks, relative to the question of co-operative effort among the progressive Negroes of the country: "Subscriptions are being taken among Negroes here to establish a department store, which is to be operated exclusively by and for members of the race. At a meeting held at the Metropolitan A M. E church it was announced that more than $15,000 had been subscribed "The movement is partly due to a speech recently made here by Col. Charles Young of the United States Army, a Negro, in which he urged Negroes to own and operate their own business institutions of all kinds. Such a plan previously had been discussed here, but Colonel Young's speech caused it to bear fruit. "Voluntary segregation has been urged as a solution of the race problem, and persons of both races who have studied the question say it should begin with the establishment of Negro commercial enterprises, in order that the race may be self-sufficient. "The Rev. B. G. Shaw, pastor of the Metropolitan church, is in charge of the taking of subscriptions. He said that it would not be possible to start the proposed store with less than $20,000. "It would be operated on the cooperative plan, so that the customers would not only deal with members.of their own race, but also would get lower prices. No person will be allowed to hold more than $100 worth of stock in the concern. "It the store proves $ success, the next logical move will be to establish a Negro bank, Shaw said He believes that such a bank, with a capital of at least $4 million dollars, can be established here. "They say we are free, but everybody knows that the Negroes are still slaves, economically" he said. "We have to buy from the white man, borrow from the white man trade with the white man—on his own terms—and, what is more important, we have to depend on him for work. I believe the white people would like to see us learn to depend on ourselves." 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. OMAHA. NEBRASKA. Omaha, Neb., Aug. 19—Editor Advocate: This will inform you that St. John A. M. E. church of this city is still pushing up and have well in hand the interests of African Methodism, and is taking care of the same in a most beautiful manner. We just closed our annual carnival of All Nations. Held by St John A. M. E. and Zion Baptist churches. The spirit of unionism between the two churches was that of Christian fellowship. Zion had the honor of crowning their Queen of the Carnival. Their queen money was $929.00 and St. John's was $950.00. Total queen money, $1,942.00. St. John's half of total receipts, after all expenses were paid was 1,520.00. With this added to our rally which was closed last Sunday night, brought the total up to $8,539.00. Eight thousand five hundred thiryt dollars. This to date is the greatest achievement of St. John in its history. On coming to this charge one year ago last fall, we can thank our Father for 1,100 members. Instead of $13.00 to $16.00 per week class dues, it is from 50.00 to $80.00 per week. Instead of paying the pastor $1,100.00 per year, they are paying $3,000.00. We are now looking forward to the beginning of a new church next spring that will cost $75,00.00. The Advocate should be published in Omaha. This is a great field. With 14,000 of our people here and coming in every day, makes this the greatest field in the west. We are to soon have opened in the north and where our people live a shirt factory that will employ from 150 to 300 of our girls, at wages from $9 to $25 per week. Rev. W. C. Williams is responsible for getting the M. E Mitt Manufacturing company interested in building this factory. The company hopes to be able in a short time to use 400 to 500 women and girls. This is an undeveloped field along business lines. We need a good milliner, gents' furnishing store in the north and by our race; also carpenters and brick layers. As they can join the union and work on buildings with white mechanics. The colored people of this city are doing well. My five years in St. Louis, four years in Denver, Colo., and six years in Kansas City, and two years in this city has given me some knowledge of conditions, and the race in the Middle West. I am frank to confess this city has less prejudice, is more considerate, with a bigger heart toward our people than either of the above named places. With best wishes for your splendid paper, The Advocate, I am yours, who will see you at conference, W. C. WILLIAMS. IN KANSAS CITY. KANSAS The Jasper Lodge No. 3, have a Dispensation for $1.50 to all new members or reinstated men, all degrees to be given for same amount. Meeting nights, second and fourth Wednesdays in each month, at Fraternity Hall, 314 Nebraska avenue. See A. W. Watson, M W. Master, 1146 Armstrong, or E S. Jackson Secretary. NOTICE TO COLORED PEOPLE ROYAL_SKIN BLEACH is greatest skin bleach ever discovered for colored people. Make hair color, oily skin tighter, brighter, softer and more attractive. How skin bleaches and pimples gives a right, smooth, light, tanning completion to anyone. Seed 2*e for trial sample. Colored Agents Wanted. Attractive proposition ROYAL MFG. CO. 1531 Phelan St., Birmingham, Ala. THE KANSAS CITY ADVOCATE Clothing Prices Reduced By Large Manufacturer Chicago, Aug. 16th.—Mr. Jas. D. Bell, head of the Bell Tailors, Adams, at Green St., Chicago, Ill., said to be the largest made-to-measure clothing establishment in the world recently stated that his firm is now able to quote prices on Fall and Winter suits 35 per cent below what others ask. To prove his point, he showed the writer a very attractive piece of all-wool cassimere for which they ask only $20.00 a suit made to individual measure, whereas the same fabric is now being offered by merchants at $30.00 to $32.00 per suit. Even larger savings are offered on their higher priced suits. Every reader of the National Weekly Syndicate should write Mr. Bell for his price list, and a free copy of his style book No. 127, which contains large cloth samples of many beautiful patterns A VERY PROMINENT CHRISTIAN AT REST. The largest gathering in the annals of colored people's history in the Middle West, was the memorial services held for Rev. Frank Wilson, who died August 7, 1919, at 2:40 p. m., at Topeka, Kansas. His remains were brought to Kansas City, Kansas, and on Sunday, August 17th they were taken from Dr. J. F. Wilson's residence to Pleasant Green Baptist church. The funeral cortege was preceded by two bands and escorted by the Ancient York Masons, and by the Knights and Daughters of Tabor, the Palantine Guards from Atchison, Leavenworth, Topeka and Kansas City, Kansas; also the Women's Drill Corps from Topeka, Leavenworth, Atchison and Kansas City, Kansas, and the Maids and Pages of the Tents. As he formerly lived here and was the Grand Master of the Masons and Chief Grand Mentor of the Taborians, over 8,00 people lined the street as they passed along Freeman avenue, and over 10,000 tried to get admission into the church. Grand officers and friends came from Nebraska, Colorado, Arkansas, Oklahoma and Illinois; also, many relatives came from great distances to pay homage to this man, who, though holding high offices, treated everyone kindly. His funeral was truly the largest of any man, no matter what his station ever held in this city or country. His picture was on the printed program which was as follows: Song .....Picasant Green Choir Scripture Reading ...... .....Rev. Hamlett, of Illinois Song .....Choir Sermon...Rev. T. A. Bowers, Topeka Rev. H. W. White, C. G. O., Topeka Solo .....Madam Bartelle Symposium by A. M. Harold, of Omaha; Dr. I. H. Anthony, P. G. C. of K. of P., M. L Butler, G. M. G. U. O. Odd Fellows; Mr H. I. Monroe, G. M. of Prince Hall Masons; Rev. G McNeal, G. M. of U. B. F.; Mr Evans, C. G. M. of Arkansas; Mr Ford, G. M., F. and A. Y. M.; Dr. E. Gaines, C. G. Preceptress of U. K. T.; A. R. Chinn, C. G. M. of Mo'; Rev. J. A. Broadnax, of Omaha, and Mrs. Cora Yeager, M. A. G. M., Nebraska and Missouri. cial Music, "Mother's Praper etaoins Announcement of Resolutions. C. L. Briggs, G. Sec. of Masons Special Music, "Mother's Prav er," ..... A. Wilson Recessional ...... A. M. Harold, Master of Ceremonies. The church was crowded and thousands could not be admitted.. Mrs. Bartelle's solo caused tears and rejoicing | All the talks were fine, but Rev. G. McNeale's caused the greatest overflow of the Spirit. Deceased has been working to uplift his race for many years and died in the full triumph of faith, rejoicing and praising God. He leaves a wife, two children, a brother, Mr. John Wilson; a sister, Mrs. Maggie Robinson of Kansas City, Missouri; many nieces and a nephew, and a host of other relatives and friends, who regret his departure. It took two or three autos to carry the excessive number of floral designs, and as they came from the church, three Masons and three Knights carried the casket on their shoulders, a mark of respect only given othe highest officers of a norder. On Monday morning the remains were taken from the undertakers to Woodlawn cemetery, where the Masons rendered the final ceremony, and the body was interred in its final resting place. From all over the country friends sent telegrams of sympathy. The Advocate staff extends sympathy to all the relatives and exhort his only brother to confess Christ and follow in His footsteps. CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD. Rev. J. P. F. Stuckey, Pastor. On last Sunday, the Sunday School was beautifully discussed and many girls and boys was out and the teachers are improving their classes and new scholars are gradually coming in. At 41 a. m., Rev. Stuckey preached a glorious sermon and after his sermon, little Miss Isabelle Arch, six years old, united with the church. At p. m., the preacher and Deacons' union met in the 2000 block on North Sixth street. The subject, "Trinity" was beautifully discussed. The union will meet again the first Sunday in September at 337 Oakland avenue. All ministers and deacons are cordially invited to attend at 2 p. m. The pastor preached a powerful sermon Sunday night and many hearts was made to rejoice. Mr. George Williams and wife, the deacon, left this week for California for a three eweeks' visit. The rally will convene Sunday all day August 24th. Come dut and help us. The public is welcome. There has been more or less trouble with Mexicans and whites at Shawnee park, Armourdale, which culminated last Wednesday night in the arrests of several white men for chasing Mexicans from the park. It remains to be seen what the outcome will be. While there never will be a race trouble between the whites and blacks in Kansas City, Kansas, because both races have too much in common, the influx of Mexicans, brought in regardless of the contract labor law, may precipitate future broils. The average Mexican owns no property in the city, wants to own none, and, unlike the negro, cares nothing for the American's form of government and has no civic pride. But there is one consolation: With the coming of prohibition many of the Mexicans are leaving for their native country. PUBLICATION NOOTICE. In the District Court of Wyan dotte County, Kansas. Kattie Collins, Plaintiff, vs. Flemons Collins, Defendant. To the above named defendant, Fla To the above named defendant, Flemons Collins: You are hereby notified that the above named plaintiff has filed suit against you for a divorce, on the grounds of extreme cruelty. That you are required to answer the petition filed herein on or before the 14th day of September, 1919, or the petition will be taken as true, and judgment and decree rendered accordingly, divorcing the said plaintiff from you, the said defendant; and with such further relief as to the court may seem just and proper. BRADLEY & BRADLEY, Attorneys for Plaintiff. (First publication August 8, 1919) PUBLICATION NOTICE. In the Disrict Court of Wyandotte County, Kansas. Charlie Lunn, Plaintiff, vs Alma Jane Lunn, Defendant. To the above named defendant, Alma Jane Lunn: You are hereby notified that you have been sued in the District Court of Wyandotte County, Kansas. for a divorce by the above named plaintiff on the grounds of abandonment, and that unless you answer the petition filed herein on or before the 12th day of September, 1919, judgment and decree will be rendered against you accordingly; with such further relief as to the court may seem just and proper. BRADLEY & BRADLEY, Attorneys for Plaintiff. (First publication Aug. 1, 1919) PUBLICATION NOTICE. In the District Court of Wyandotte County, Kansas. Bell Jones, Plaintiff, vs. Mary E. Summet, if living, and if she be dead then the unknown heirs, executors, administrators, devisees, trustees and assigns of said Mary E. Summet, the unknown heirs, executors, administrators, devisees, trustees, and assigns of Drew F. Jones, Defendants. To the above named defendants, and to each of them, you and each of 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 19th day of Sept. 1919, th epitition filed will be presented to the court; upon which a trial will be had, and evidence will be introduced, upon which a judgment will be rendered. The nature of. which will be to wholly exclude you, and each of you from any and all right, title and interest in or to the following described real estate, to-wit. Lot One in Block Two, in the former City of LAMBRIGHT COMPANY Dealer in COAL AND ICE 1620 North Third Street Bell Phone, West 1923 Kansas City, Kan. Wyandotte, now a part of Kansas City, in Wyandotte County, Kansas. And to remove any and all cloud or clouds arising upon the title of the plaintiff to said land, by reason of any and all claims by any and all of the defendants, or either of them; and to forever quiet the title of the plaintiff, in and to said lot, and to bar each; every, and all of the defendants, from any and all claim, right title and interest in and to said land, and for the costs of this action. BELL JONES, Plaintiff, By I. F. Bradley, Her Attorney. Attest: R. J. McFarland, Clerk District Court. (First published August 8, 1919) PUBLICATION NOTICE In the District Court of Wyandotte County, Kansas, 2nd Div. Charles A. Luckett, Defendant, vs. Irene Luckett, Defendant. To Irene Luckett: 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 4th day of October, 1919, or said petition will be taken as true and judgment will be rendered against you in favor of plaintiff granting him an absolute divorce from you, and for such other and further relief as the nature of the case may require. DORSEY GREEN. Attorney for Plaintiff. (First publication August 22, 1919) PUBLICATION NOTICE In the District Court of Wyandotte County, Kansas. Div. No. 1. Florence Scott, Plaintiff, vs. Hugh Scott, Defendant. No. 11872. To the above named defendant: You are hereby notified that you have been sued by the above named plaintiff for divorce in the above named court and cause and unless you answer or plead to the petition filed therein, on or before the 3rd day of October, 1919, the allegations in said petition will be taken as true, and judgment will be rendered against you, divorcing said plaintiff from you for your fault, and for such other and further relief as equity may permit. FLORENCE SCOTT, By E. A. Shackelford, her attorney. (First published August 22, 1919) PUBLICATION NOTICE In the District Court of Wyandotte County, Kansas, Div. No. 3. Arizona Robinson. Plaintiff. vs. Jake Robinson, Defendant. No. 11877. To the above named defendant: You are hereby notified that you have been sued by the plaintiff for divorce in the above entitled court and cause and unless you answer or plead to the petition filed therein, on or before the 3rd day of October, 1919, the allegations in said petition will be taken as true and judgment will be rendered against you, divorcing said plaintiff from you for your fault and for such other and further relief as may be equitable and just. ARIZONA ROBINSON. B. E. A. Shackelford, her attorney. (First published August 22, 1919) PUBLICATION NOTICE. In the District Court of Wyandotte County, Kansas. Eva Hartiman Plaintiff, vs. Jim Hartiman, Defendant. To theabove named defendant, Jim Hartiman: You are hereby notified that the above named plaintiff has filed suit against you for a divorce, on the grounds of abandonment. That you are required to answer the petition filed herein on or before the 3rd day of October. 1919, or the petition will be taken as true, and judgment and decree rendered accordingly—divorcing the said plaintiff from you the said defendant: with such further relief as to the court may seem just and proper. BRADLEY & BRADLEY, Attorneys for Plaintiff. (First publication August 22, 1919) FRIDAY, AUGUST 22, 1919 WHITELAW DRUG STORE 3091 N. 27th St. Kansas City, Kan. PURE DRUGS TOILET ARTICLES CANDIES CIGARS AND TOBACCOS Prescriptions Our Specialty Bell West 4101 L. BUFORD Dressmaking Tailoring and Remodeling All 'Work Guaranteed 3037 North Allis Street Kansas City, Kansas Bell West 1751-J Call West 380 Bell Phone W. 1963 FINE TAILORING ENGLISH CLEANERS 092 N. 27th St., K.C., K. H. E. English, Prop'r. Alterations a Specialty $20 to $30 Per Week being made selling our new book "Progress and Achievements of the Colored People," by Prof. Kelly Miller, showing the wonderful doings and new opportunities of our race: many pictures, price $2.00, lightning seller, ask for terms, write quick. AUSTIN JENKINS CO. Fourth Street Washington, D. C. All Work Guaranteed Kassel Jewelry Co. 548 Minnesota Ave. Kansas City Kansas Bell Phone West 424 Res. 1407 North Eighth Street LUELLA GREEN Notary Public 516 Minnesota Ave. Kansas City, Kansas Mrs. Jennie Brown Agent for J. E. McBrady TOILET GOODS 2212 North Third Street Kansas City, Kansas T COMPANY aler in AND ICE Third Street 23 Kansas City, Kan. -FRIDAY, AUGUST 22, 1919 it - F Sg oe : | REAL ESTATE :: & IF YOU ARE REALLY SINCERE AND WANT YOUR PROPERTY SOLD AND RENTED, LIST 1f WITH US. WE DID THINGS “OVER THERE,”. LET US DO. IT OVER HERE. MAIN OFFICE 1831 PASEO. BELL PHONE EAST 540 BRANCH OFFICE 453 MINNESOTA AVENUE, K, C., K. 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We invite old friends and the public to come in and see us. MECHANO-THERAPY A Scientific and “Comprehensive System of Manual, Manipula- tive Methods of Treatment, Consisting of Co-ordinated ‘Movements and Massage for the Purpose of Stimulating and Establishing Normal Physiological Action of all the Body Structures, by Equaliz- ing the Circulation of the Blood and Controlling Nerve Force. ‘ LINWOOD QUEEN, M-T. . 1716 NORTH EIGHTH STREET, KANSAS CITY, KANSAS os \BELL WEST 3531-R . 7 “ | HOURS: 8 A. M., TO 5 P. M., EXCEPT SUNDAYS | Pn Subseribe for The Advocate. Its Your Paper Read The Advocate. A Paper Fit'for Your Home UNDER.THE AUSPICES OF THE LINCOLN, - DAY CLUB . This will be the event of the season. The Emancipation Procla- mation will be appropriately celebrated . SEPTEMBER 22, 1919 at HEATHWOOD PARK Announcements as to particulars, as to speakers and amuse- menfs, will appear later, in The Advocate. ~ All churches, as well as Dougless Hospital, the Young Wom-. _en’s Christian Association, and Orphans’ Home, have. joined to makd the matter a success, and will have their concessions free. DORSEY GREEN, _ I, F, BRADLEY, JR., -"*'Chafrman Exetutive Commiteé ~ ~ ! Preigdent. THE KANSAS CITY ADVOCATE —___________—— New Vigor aerials A ar Vim and Vitality eee ieee Follow the use of DR. MILES’ Heart Treatment If you are suffering from any weakness, ir- regularity 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, She writes: “I believe if it had not been for Dr. Miles’ Heart Treat- ment I would have died, and I owe my recovery to this Medicine.” Suppose you get a bottle of this medicine today and try it. Money back if first bottle fails to relieve or satisfy. “SOLD BY ALL DRUGGISTS ~~ ADMINISTRATOR'S NOTICE State of Kansas, Wyandotte Coun- ty, ss. No. 10,240. In the Probate Court in and for said county. Ix the matter of the Estate of Na- poleon Tankston, alias Turner, de- ceased. Notice is hereby given that Let- ters of Administration have been granted to the undersigned on the estate of Napoleon Tankston, alias Turner, late of said County, de- ceascd, by the Honorable, the Pro- bate Court of the County and State aforesaid, dated the 8th day of Au- gust, A. D., 1919, Now, all persons having claims against the said estate are hereby notified that they must preesnt the same to the undersigned for allow- ance within one year from the ‘date of said letter, or they may be pre- e'uded from any benefit of such es- tate; and that if such claims be not exhibited within two years after the date of said letters, they shall be forever baired. LOUIS TURNER Administrator of the Estate of Na- poleon Tanksston, etc., deceased. Kansas City, Kansas, August 8, 1919. In witness whereof, the under- signed, Probate Judge in and for the County of Wyandotte, State of Kan- ses, have hereto set my hand ard a‘ fixed the seal of the said Probate Court, this 8th day of August, A.D., 191.9; JOHN T. SIMS, Probate Judge. (First published August 15, 1919) PUBLICATION NOTICE. In the District Court of Wyan- dotte County, Kansas. Ray Winston, Plaintiff, vs. Hazel Winston, 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 25th day ‘of Sept., 1919, the petition filed will be pre- sented and evidence will be intro- duced, 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 divorc- ing plaintiff from you, the defend- ant, and for costs of this action. I. F. BRADLEY. Attorney for Plaintiff. Attest: R. J. McFarland, Clerk Dis- trict. Court. . (First published August 15, 1919.) ~~” PUBLICATION NOTICE. In the District Court of Wyan- dotte County, Kansas. ’ ‘Jennie Edwards Plaintiff vs Isiah Edwards, Defendant. 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 uness you appear and answer the petition filed in siad case, on or before the 26th day of Sept. 1919, it will be presented, “and evidenca will be introduced, upon which a judgment will be rendered, the na ture of which will be a decree, dis- solving the bonds of matrimony be- tween plaintiff and defendant, and. divoreing the plaintiff from. you ara. restoring to her her maiden neme, Jennie Latting, and for the costs of this ‘action. 2 e . 1.'F, BRADLEY, | Attorney for Plaint'ff, Attest: R- J-.MeKarand, Clerk Dig- ‘trict Court, — © .0 ‘sed (First, pobligation August“'15,7'1919) _— nS 7 TPM My . iia . we . ' | WE MUST SELL OUT BECAUSE WE MUST GET OUT ~~~ . .* . . THE WONDER STORES have lost their lease and must vacate by September 1. Wefhave a new location, but by reason of an unfortu-. nate inability to secure it in time every suit will be sold at prices that absolutely disregard the original cost and hundreds will be sold positively below cost. It is no exaggeration to say that this sale brings clothing toyou at Before-The-War prices and are all the more un- usual in face of present conditions. in the woolen and labor market. The chance to stock up your fall ward- robe is too good to be missed. Hundreds of suits for men arid young men at sensa- tional close out prices. Every style is represented in @ these superb stocks. The waist line effects that the young[men favors and the staid conventional model sought for by men of mature years. Every style is here with wide choice and the best of service for every- body. COME. ‘ Young Men’s Serviceable 3-piece Suits low as $10.50 Shantong and Silk 2-piece Summer Suits worth $25 ; now $12.50 Strictly All Wool Fine Serge Suits worth $27.50 _ now $19.50 | ‘Hundreds of odd suits to select from at below cost 10% reductions on entire Pants stock; 1000 pairs to select from. Other Odd Suits, one and iwo of a kind at's greatly reduced price to close out. # THE WONDER STORES COMPANY . 1121 Walnut Street K. C. Wo. I ees Sin Grr MHARI@AR | ic weawecucsan oom | ee The wedding bells rang merrily here Tuesday night when Mr. Ben- jamin Sanders a rqturned soldier from France and Miss Emma Evelyn Harris of St. Paul were married at Wayman A. M. E, church, in the most impressive service ever seen here among our people. The church wes decorated with flags of the U. S. and Allies, white canvas covered the main aisle. The pianist, Miss Thelma Hill, played for Miss Ber- theny Hunter and Lieutenant Parks, who sang appropriatg solos, then drifted into Mendelssohn’s wedding march, as the bride in white satin gown, with long white veil and car- rying a big bouquet of roses came up the aisle, the soldiers made an arch of American flags. Miss Ethel Howard was bridesmaid. At the al- {ar the groom and best man, Mr. Quinn Morton, met them. The beau. tiful ring ceremony was performed by Rev. G, M. Tillman, who steot between two large A'merican fings held by soldier boys, amid the sweet strains of “Traumeri.” The church was crowded with both white and colored people. Rey, T. W. Green, Jr., of Parsons will preach for Rev. Tillman Surday in his confererce rally. There will be three services. Everybody js ex- pected ‘to pay dollar money. Prof. A. L Hawkins will take his fermer place as principal of Plaza school this fail. Dr, A. L. Hawkins, our p2pvlar reung doctor, was ill two days, but’ ie out again. Mrs. Brown of Mound City has re- turned home after a pleasant visit with her daughter, Mrs. Mary £2. Collins. She was entertained by BIr.. William. Morton and Mr, Raymont Brown, < Mr, Leroy Parks js spending hig, vacation in Great.Bend.: =~ 4) “Mrs. Johnston, Mrs. Suscn -Dan-: jels, Mr. Arthur Bean, Mr. and Mrs. Isaac Hunter and Miss Berthena Hunter, went to Kansas City Sun- day to attend the funeral of Chief Mentor Wilson. Mrs. Pardee Maxwell, M. E. Col- lins, Esther Terry, Miss Berthena Hunter and! Mrs. G. M. Tillman, who attended the county convention of W. C T:U., at the White Baptist church Thursday were royally en- tertained, being placed on important committees and served luncheon in the most sisterly manner. Mrs. Col- lins’ Flower Mission report was es- pecially good. Mrs. Esther Terry sang in an ex- cellent manner, “Hold Thou My Hand”, x Mrs. Pardee Maxwell’s president's report was good; Mrs. Tillman acted as teller for the election. Mr. and Mrs. Osvens of Omaha zre here visiting their parents, Clyde Leroy Glass, the brilliant young pianist, gives a recital here Sept. 4. Rev. and Mrs. Tillman have known him since he was a small boy and gladly welcome him to Wayman as an artist. ‘Mr. Todd Copeland leaves for Tulsa, Okla., Saturday. Rév, Miller Poole has withdrawn from Wayman to enter active min- istry. Pastor and church wish him Success. . Fal “ Mr. Julian hurt his arm badly last week and had to have the doctor take charge of it. - Rev, 0. -Hunter’s class, No. 4, won, the banner for quarterage last quar-! ter, reporting over $16.00, and No., 6, Sister Jennie Miller, leader, seed next with $14.00! Mr. John Wilson, Deputy Grand, installéd Mr.” Ford "of Oinalia 4s Grand Master of the F. and A. A. YIM, "and Mr:'A- M- Haroldias Chief Grand Mentor of. the U. K. 1. in his ojee at Tenth ‘and ‘Brerett Tuesday. PAGE THREE At a cost of $1,91006 the census of Kansas City, Kansas, has been “took.” According to this count the city has a population of 111,154 per- sons. The census was completed last week and is asserted to be as correct. as it is possible to have at this time,. when peéple who can read and write are not hunting casual jobs The first. tax assessors started out they were over the 1918 census. When the tax assesors started out they were supposed to take the census—in fact the law says so, but the shortage of experienced, applicants or appli- cants who could lear in a few days- caused the census to be reported a. few thousands lower than it should have been, County Assessor_W. G.. Bird- asserts that his women ‘epu- ties were more competent than his men deputies in the first census, yet several men deputies were appointed last time. Each assessor got 2 cents per name. - | Workmen are laying a 16-inelf w1— ter main under James street at Cea- tral avenue, which will link together with other big mains serving the in- dustrial sectiéns of Armoudrale, making 2 chain of large water mains of the municipal light plant arvund the entire city. ‘This ai com nect with the present 16h main which ends at this lceation. It will be extended 5,700 feet west across the Kew river, south to the Morris Packing plant, through “the stock ‘Yards district and connect with a 30- inch main at Berger and Kansas avenues. ‘Mrs. Anna Brown, at 935 Wash- ington boulevard, entertained Mrs. E. Gaines, @ C. Preceptress, and Mrs. Lee, of Topeka, Mrs. Gray of Ombiia and “Mra Marie Witson of Kanes City, Kansas, ‘st’ breakfast Monae eee GOSPEL TEN Drawing Law Fourth Street and FINE SP AN GOSPEL S Come and L. W. 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KAS S CITY, KANSA Call and see us KER Decorating SEVENTH STREET Kansas RECOVERED All Repairing A COMPANY 3020 City Kansas Open Day and Night ELTON VICE WORKERS BACONS AND BERS att Your Service EMAS CITY, BERKELEY THE KANSAS CITY ADVOCATE The pastor announced the laboring men were especially invited to his church August 17th, and the publicity committee announced it in a special ad to The Advocate and on the bulletin boards and through praper from them and others, over 150 white persons attended services Sunday morning; and with our own people made a very large congregation. At till a.m., Pastor Holmes was at his best and, the audience was so enraptured with his seminon they gave a very large obligation. At 8 p.m. Rev. Reed preached well and Mrs Butler, the great Gospel singer, sang beautifully and spiritually. Again the crowd was large and gave liberally to three collections. Next Sunday., August 24th, is "Soldiers' Day." Our service flag will be dismobilized and as we have not lost a single one of those who want to France, there will be great rejoicing. The Abyssinian Prince, who started preaching Wednesday night, will be here in his 10 days' meeting and Mrs. Butler will sing again. She cause three souls to unite Sunday night. Everybody is invited. Come and bring your neighbor. All are welcome at this, the finest and best proportioned church in the Middle West! EMPORIA. Mr. Marshall E. Woods is home from hawking; visiting his parents Rev. and Miss C. A. Woods. The Mr. Olive A. M. E. church Sunday school had a picnic at Souders Grove Friday, August 1. Miss Daisy Rogers and Mr. Edgar Harris were married Tuesday, August 12, at the bride's home on Congress street. Rev. C. A. Woods performed the ceremony. The pastor, Rev. C. A. Woods, is now getting ready for conference The members of the Mt. Olive A. M. E. church are elated over the success of the church work done by Rev. Woods this conference year. Mrs. Della. Capmbell, son and daughter, are visiting Rev. and Mrs. C. A. Woods.. They are from Kansas City. The Junior Stewardess board met at the parsonage Thursday at 3:41 p.m. There was a good attendin and much business was attended to Sorriens were well attended Sunday, August 10. The collection for the day was $64 25. Mrs. Minnie Miller and daughters Elsie, Della and Minnie, left Thursday for Colorado. Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Williams left Sunday for Oakland, Calif. THE UNIFORM RANK. The Uniform Rank of the Knights of Rhyllies of the United States is holding forth in Supreme Lodge session at Atlantic City this week. Brigallier General, Thomas Kennedy is adduplicate to this great body, representing the Uniform Rank of Kansas. It will be in session ten days or more. Much important business of vital interest to the organization will be transmuted at this session. The Annualist, financial news says the Standard Oil company of New Jersey is preparing for a fight for world oil markets, and hints. Uncle Sam's assistance would be most welcome. It is stated that Dutch interests are strongly entrenched in California, Oklahoma and Mexico noil fields, and are developing South America. Standard Oil and Dutch both had large interests in Romania, but these were destroyed by the English armies to prevent their ues by the then successful Germans who were conquering that country. Replying to a communication from the senate, asking for information concerning the coal situation, Walker D. Hines, director general of railways; has sent a letter to Viice-President Marshall stating that legislation to meet the demands for the transportation of coal was not necessary, but that in his opinion "it is worthy of serious consideration whether congressional action can be taken to protect the public from excessive coal prices." Mr. Hines said frankly that he believed the falling off in production was due, not to car shortage, but to the fact that unwarranted prices were being quoted to consumers. He expressed the fear that pronganda concerning a shortage, unless drastic steps were made, might be exaggerated, "to serve as an protest for heavy-increases in coal prices." Mr. J H. Clayborne has arrived home after a pleasant two weeks within Nashville. Tenm THE CHURCH OF GOD. The Church of God (C. W. F. F.) had a nice and lively Sunday School Sunday; also good services Sunday morning and evening. Our pastor, Rev. B. M. Campbell, has on a grand revival assisted by Rev. Hawkins of St. Louis. He is an able preacher. Preached a rich sermon Sunday night; also Monday night. Subject for Monday night, "Joseph in Prison." We are having a success in our revival and are trying to enlist soldiers for Christ. All ministers when in our city are cordially invited to attend our church and revival and help us to fight down sin and build up righteousness. Located in Fairgrounds, corner Fourth and Nebraska streets. WILLIE HARRIS, Reporter. People go away from home to see things of less value than can be seen at home. A recent issue of the British edition of "The Strand" a magazine published in London, gives a bird'seye view of the Missouri river as seen from a high position in Parkwood, on Quindaro boulevard The beauty of the scene is not enhanced by the letter press, but is referred to as one of the beauty spots of America. Probably not one man in a hundred, resident of the city, has taken time to drink in the beautiful scenery there. Saturday night the draw span on the Hannibal bridge crossing the Missouri river was opened to allow the passage of a steamer and then refused to move back into position. Wabash and Burlington trains had to be routed over the Santa Fe via the Sibley bridge. Several trains which had pulled up to the Hannibal bridge were forced to back and come in over the Santa Fe tracks. The bridge was closed after about three hours' delay. Postmaster Gilles is cordally aiding customers in the purchase of food supplies being sold by the government. He desires that those who want to order fill out applications as early as possible. Mr. Gilles is awake to the people's interest in all things pertaining to their material welfare. All should earnestly cooperate with the postoffice department in this matter. Mrs Major Moore of Lincoln, Neb., and Mrs. M. Walker of Atchison. sisters of Mrs. M. C. Matthews, were entertained every day and night they were there. They could not remain to all the dinners they were invited to. Gentlemen and ladies also served them at Slaughter's cafe, and in auto parties. They returned home Tuesday evening. Mrs. Beatrice Moppins at Tenth street and Washington boulevard, who has been sick. is a little better. Mrs. Dave Branch of Texarkana Ark., is visiting Rev. J. P. F Stuckey and wife at 319 Virginia avenue. Mrs. Roxana Mulree is here from Texarkana. Ark., visiting her daughter, Mrs. Lutie Anderson, at Quindaro. Miss Dora Porter has returned from a month's visit at Coffeyville, and has had a very pleasant time. Mrs. Ella Smith, who has been visiting in Excelsior Springs, came home Sunday. Boy Bables Arrive. From Reading comes the news that Berks county babies are very largely male. If there are those who consider this a phenomenon, they are little acquainted with history. It is the universal experience that immediately after any war the birth rate rises and males are in the majority. This is the way in which nature cares for her own, although no scientist has been able to give any satisfactory explanation of the fact. Unless this reproduction of the destroyed sex was universal we should soon have a conserved world in the matter of sex. We have had wars from time inimemortal and many of them have been extremely bloody but the average of the sexes has been maintained to the satisfaction of humanity. Nature is good to her own and preserves by curious methods a balance which is beneficial to the race. Twenty years from now the world population will be greater than in 1914, even if it is not, as some claim, already greater, in spite of the loss of 6,000,000 or more lives.—Philadelphia Evening Bulletin. SANTAL CAPSULE MIDY CATARRH of the BLADDER relieved in 24 HOURS Each Cap-sule bears the name for at Bands of comforts Short Course for Men: Agriculture Iron Work Woodwork Auto Repairing Agriculture—General Farming, Poultry, Livestcok and Dairying. Mechanic Arts—Automobile Mechanics, Blacksmithing, Carpentry, Printing, Tailoring. Home Economics — Domestic Science, Domestic Arts, Laundering. Teacher Training. Nurse Training.. Business Course. Music. 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