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KANSAS The Milo---The House of Merit. Where the People Go. COLONEL J. O. MIDNIGHT FINDS MORE SOLIDARITY AMONG RACE PEOPLE NOW When You Leave Home in Some Parts, You May Return With Holes in Your Hide, He Says Sees Better Things Through N. R. C. Washington, D. C.—There is no question about it these times are putting us together and every man who is a man is asking what he can do to help this race, and I don't blame him. Riots, lynchings, mob violence and the Lord knows what else is going on in this country, until now every time a fellow goes out in the street and returns home he has to see if he has been shot or something else has happened to him. You don't know when you are going to be killed or you are going to be forced to kill some one yourself. I don't like this killing business, hence I have made up my mind that I am not going to tote a gun or anything like that. I got my full of gun toting when I was with General Grant, and other big army men helping to save the Union a long time ago. But things have changed, and this race business is causing lots of trouble, and I think it is time to call a halt. They have had riots in shape of old time picnics in several parts of our common country, and if the white man don't put down lynching, he will wake up some day and find that lawlessness and crime have united and put him to the bad, and to hell he will have to go and eat fire adn brimstone three times a day,taking up lots of time. I find that my people are getting together, and as a result of such getting together we have the National Race Congress, one of the greatest organizations in the country for human uplift, and to help our people out of that rioting business, and get them just a little closer to Jesus. If you are going to live, keep your powder dry, but remember that you are to be bothered with something, but what I cannot tell. You be ready for whatever may come. I am going to keep just a little closer to Jesus. I can feel my mouth trying to jump out of my heart all the time. I have been this week attending the National-Race Congress in this city of Washington. I don't know as I have ever seen so many representative men and women come out together in all my life. They have been here from everywhere. I did not know that all kinds of churches could lay aside their church feelings long enough to come together and see what could be done for our people. I just shouted all over myself, and could hardly keep from going right to the home of President Wilson and shouting out a few there. But this was the time for us to rejoice, time for us to exercise sober thought and I just decided that there was room enough to live in and around the Metropolitan Baptist church to do my shouting, hence I would keep around from the White House officers and thereby stay out of the District of Columbia jail. It opened on Monday night with one of the practical sermons by Rev. E. A. P. Cheek, of Newark, N. J. That man just did open his mouth and let it come out. He took for his text the words spoken by a wise man, "Righteousness exalteth the nation, but sin is a reproach to any people." That preacher just tuned himself up and stepped back and let it come out. He talked about division among people, such as religious, civil, political, sectional and racial divisions. They were called cancers, and he showed how they had kept back the race from many places and were eating the very vitals out of America's soul. He declared that the white ministers were moral cowards, and were afraid to preach the naked gospel. If they would just speak right out, lynchings, riots and all their kin folks would be wiped out and law and order would be the watchword in this country. He did not stop at the preacher, for the teacher, the white lawyer, the judges—in fact he touched every man in authority or had any influence. The path to adjustment was plain and if we could just get all America to see what that man said and try it for a while I am sure you would see some kind of a change. But people are not bothered about that now, they just want blood and nothing will satisfy that lawless crowd but blood. Now that meeting was opened in due time, and I was glad to hear of its opening. I spoke of church men. Dr. W. H. Jernagin, of Washington, a Baptist preacher, was president, and right by his side is Bishop I. N. Ross, of Washington, of the African Methodist Episcopal church, vice-president. I saw there Bishop G. W. Clinton, of the A. M. E. Zion church, Bishop Williams of the C. M. E. church; Bishop C. S. Smith was there from Detroit Mich.; Dr. Callis of the A. M. E. Z. is chairman of the executive committee and W. W. Lucas was there from the Methodist Episcopal church, and Dr. W. H. Dean, of the same church, is treasurer. But I do not want to talk so much about churches as I do about what happened, and the things which made me feel good. The welcome addresses were the first things in order, and they were delivered by Commissioner Louis Brownlow, Architect Lankford, and Brother M. K. King of the Metropolitan Baptist church. The response to all the addresses were made by Dr. W. H Stokes, of Richmond, Va. In the afternoon Dr. Jernagin delivered the document known as the annual address, and believe me when I tell you that President Wilson never read a more important message to Congress. We were prepared to hear just such a message touching our racial condition, and believe me, honey, when I tell you he did not leave out a single thing or married one either. Step by step he touched the up-to-date things which are going on now. It made me think. In the afternoon the crowd increased, and it was still larger in the evening, when the principal speaker was the Rev. J. T. Goodall, of Savannah, Ga. He told the people many good things, and he just opened his mouth and told of the things the race had to do, and how they had to just get together as they are now doing. He told about the good things being done in Savannah, and said that it was the best city in the country. He spoke of the good relations between the races there. Then followed Bishop Clinton with a resume of the good things in Charlotte, N. C., and the good feeling between the races. In both cities they had not had any race friction or riots, and did not intend to have them. The people just applauded all the good things these two men said, and then followed Dr. W. W. Lucus, and he spoke right out in church, believe me. He told of the south and what was being done there right now. He could hear the cries of human beings being burned at the stake, human beings crying from the ground, while their life blood was oozing out. I shall never forget his picture, and then touching the parts where there had not been any racial trouble, he said that it was like a man with the smallpox. You could here and there find smooth service, but it was due to the fact that the smallpox had not broken out in that smooth place yet. He just brought the house down, and while he was pouring out the contents of his heart he kept the people laughing. I am not going to be able to tell you all the things that took place, as I see that right now. I am not going to have much space, but I must say to you that it was a great meeting and great things were done there. Great speeches were made. But it did not end at speech-making. I would suggest to you now if you desire to help your people and my people, your race and my race that you would write to President Jernagin, get his plans, enroll your name with some of that which has on it "In God We Trust." and be a real living factor in this reconstruction plan, and in the plea for the franchise for all Americans, which will include you. CITY KANSAS CITY, KANSAS, FRIDAY, OCTOBER 17, 1919 "KING" OF NIGHT SCHOOL. The name, as well as the man seems to fit in in a most harmonious way. When we say Prof. J. P. King, is the "King" of the night school. J. P. King, supervisor of our Sumner night school is and has been ever since our night schools were organized as one of the best supervisors in the city. The greatest showing that has been made from these schools in the city, has been made in Sumner, of which Mr. King is supervisor. This is only the second week, and the attendance is over 600, ranging from the age of youngesters to 80 years of age. And they are not only spending their time, but each and everyone who attends is getting something for that time. It is time well spent. On school nights one can see hundreds winding their way from all parts of the city to Sumner High. The night school is no more an experiment, but a living reality. BROOKS-FUGET Mrs. Mary Brooks of 214 Greeley avenue, was united in marriage on Wednesday eveningfi Oct. 8, 1919, to Mr. Owen Fuget of this city, by Rev. J. F. Griffin of the First A. M. E. church. The house was nicely decorated with pink and white chrysanthemums. Mr. and Mrs. J. B. Bell acted as best man and maid of honor. About twenty-five relatives and friends were in attendance. Ice cream and cake were served The evening was spent with music and conversation and at a late hour they all departed, wishing Mr. and Mrs. Fuget many years of happiness and success. Musician's Ball, Convention Hall, November 13. Margaret A. Johnson at Pleasant Green Baptist church Wednesday evening, Oct. 22nd. No one should miss seeing and hearing this woman. 90 original slides of the race, with original poems of Miss Johnson fitting each character. Admission 15c I will tell you some of the states represented if you are prepared to hear it. New York, New Jersey Pennsylvania, Maryland, District of Columbia, Virginia, West Virginia, Ohio, Kentucky, Georgia, Florida, Missouri, Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas, Mississippi, Michigan, Tennessee, Arkansas, South Carolina, North Carolina and some of the New England states. They were truly Americans, for they displayed Old Glory, and in addition to this remembered that the President of the United States was ill and passed resolutions of sympathy, which were ordered sent to him or to his wife. Hell. sheol, hades, the infernal regions and all those other kindred places were remembered. I heard them talk about propaganda and some other words I do not remember, but they did say that the propaganda that the members of our race were plotting against white people, or planning to kill up white folks had its origin from one of them places and one man, a bishop by profession declared that it was an infernal 1—Well, I did not catch all of the words he used, but it was a falsehood at any rate. Bully for him. This is the organization of the race and I shall have more to say about it from time to time. I have been able to come in touch with big men, and I go to the south with more inspiration and with better spirits. Letters will reach me at 802 Ash street, Texarkana, Arkansas. I stopped at the new hotel in Washington. Will not have time to tell you about it now. My roommate was J. S. Young, from Ardmore, Okla. He is a man of influence and he told me many good things. He is a worker in the Baptist church down there, being clerk of his church. I made the trip from Hannibal, Mo, here and will go to Palestine, Texas, then back to Texarkana, and other places. I met the Rev. W. Sampson Brooks, of Baltimore, who is slated for a high place in his church. I shall talk about it another time. Prof. John R. Hawkins is one of the finest men I have ever met. He is a man of system and details. He is doing a great big work in connection with the organization, and then in addition to this he is looking after the financial end of the A. M. E. church. God bless you. J. O. MIDNGHT. ADVOCATE The first mass meeting of the American Legion was held at Sumner High school and the following program was rendered: Invocation, Chaplain Wright. Music, Battle Hymn, High School orchestra. Introduction of the G. A. R. by Mr. C. Jenkins, in which he paid a fine tribute to what the boys of '61 did and to their commander. Mr. Harvey, Judge Sims, Prof. Buster and Prof. Hodge talked and after the orchestra played, Major W. W. Holloway, the main speaker, was introduced. He spoke fine and said Kansas City, Kansas, was the most intelligent city he had been in. Prof. J. P. King also made a good talk, and many of the young men who had been to France and were eligible, joined the Legion. THE BEE KING. We have our potato king, Mr. Groves, of Edwardsville, this county, and we have our bee king in Mr. James Sanders of 126 Greeley avenue, this city. Mr. Sanders is probably the largest honey producer in Wyandotte county, and at this itme has more than three thousand pounds of the purest honey in all this part of the west. Mr. Sanders keeps only the Italian bees, which are known to produce the finest honey made. Mr. Sanders has made a special study of bee raising and many bee raisers seek his knowledge and advice on raising them and their production. MR. MILES BUYS GROCERY. Mr. A Miles, who recently moved here from Texas, has purchased the grocery of Mr. Harris on Ninth street., near Nebraska avenue. This is an old stand and in a good community, and with the busienss ability of Mr. Miles, his success is assured. Let us help make it a success by giving it our patronage as far as possible. SPECIAL HOUSE BARGAIN. 4-room cottage, new, never been occupied; 25 ft.; cistern and good outbuildings. A great bargain, $1,400. $250 down; $12 per month and interest. See us at once if you want a bargain. McCLELLAND & SON, Real Estate 733 Minnesota Ave. Musician's Ball, Convention Hall, November 13. ZANESVILLE, OHIO. Rev. Isaac Kennedy of Cutler, O., is in the city holding revival meetings. Miss Muerel Mayle, who was operated upon some weeks ago, is improving nicely. A few young people, were highly entertained by Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Green with a fine chicken dinner Monday evening. Those present were: Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Hicks, Mr. and Mrs. Clyde Wilson, Mr. and Mrs. Napoleon Love, Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Green, Misses Muerel Mayle, Bessie Curtis, Messrs. James Carpenter and Dwight Palmer. Rev. John Irvin, former pastor of A. M. E. church, and Miss Emma Dalton were united in marriage Thursday, October 2nd. Miss Carrie Guy entertained beautifully for Miss Venelle Leach of Cleveland, Ohio. The hours were spent in organizing a "Social Hour Club." Mr. Guy Johnson of Marietta, is employed at the Barnett & Dalton barber shop. He will resume his work at the Ohio State University after the first of the year. Mr. Russell Carlyles has entered the O. S. U. this year. He is taking a course in pharmacy. Mr. Leon Ransom has sgone back to Wilberforce University. Mr. Joseph Brown, son of James A. Brown, has left for a trip in Colorado. Miss Mary Singer of Bailey street. was a delightful hostess at a 6'clock dinner Sunday evening. Those present were: Misses Wilma Baldridge, Chloris, Mayle, Gladys Baldridge, Helen Palmer, Josephine Barnett, Sarah Jackson, Mary Singer, Messrs. Guy Johnson, Troy Singer, Orville Singer, Lawrence Singer. The hours were pleasantly spent in social conversation. Advocates Abolition of "Jim-Crowism," Proper Treatment of the Race and Sets Forth the Kind of Leadership That is Needed. THOS. KENNEDY, PUBLISHER. Tenth and New NATIONAL RACE CONGRE RECORD FOR UNRES Advocates Abolition of "Jim Treatment of the Race and Kind of Leadership Th Washington, D. C., Oct. 11.—The National Race Congress, which has been in session here during the week closed last night, going on record advocating the unrestricted ballot in the hands of every American citizen, the protection of all under the law, and the wiping out of Jim Crowism. There were present representative men and women from twenty-one states, and much interest was manifested by them. All sessions were held in the Metropolitan Baptist church, of which the Rev. M. W. D. M. Norman, is pastor. The opening sermon was preached last Monday night by the Rev. E. A. P. Cheek, of Newark, N. J., national chaplain, and then followed the opening on Tuesday morning, presided over by Dr. W. M. Jernagin, D.D., the president. "America" was used to open the session, and the prayer was made by Dr. Cheek. Commissioner Louis Brownlow, extended welcome to the delegates, as did M. K. King and Architect J. A. Langford. Bishop I. N. Ross, DD., of the A. M. E. church, made the opening remarks setting forth the work of the congress, advocating the abolition of "Jim-Crowism," the use of the ballot, proper treatment of the race, and setting forth the kind of leadership needed. He said that the race would not follow the hard-selected leader, but would take unto itself the right to select the leaders and would cast aside those selected because they could be used as a rubber stamp. He wanted real men, fearless men, men who would contend for the rights of the race on all occasions, and would not sell out. He deplored the recent race riots, and declared they were conducted by the lawless element, and that the law-abiding element of both races should get together and that some action be taken by them toward minimizing such dangers in the future. BAPTIST STATE CONVENTION. The Missouri State Baptist Convention is in session this week at Second Baptist church, corner of Tenth and Charlotte streets There is a large attendance and splendid reports are being made from the churches represented. Dr. Bacote and his congregation are royally entertaining the delegates and visitors. The men are holding their sessions in Allen Chapel, on the opposite corner. Mrs H. R. Stines, 439 Walker avenue, has returned from Excelsior Springs, after a few weeks there with her sister, who is taking treatment. Margaret A. Johnson in illustrated original readings, Wednesday, Oct. 22nd. at Pleasant Green Baptist church. 90 original slides. Admission 15 cents. NEW JERSEY GRESS GOES ON RESTRICTED BALLOT "Jim-Crowism," Proper ce and Sets Forth the ip That is Needed. nual address by Dr. W. M. Jernagin, of Washington, who touched every phase of the work done and to be brought before the people. He outlined a program for the future which would accomplish great good for the race if carried out. His recommendations were adopted, hence permanent headquarters will be established and sections for race development will be brought to life. In this there is to be a department of transportation, of commerce, of race adjustments, of franchises. Among the noted speakers during the session were: Dr. T. J. Goodall, of Savannah, Ga.; Bishop G. W. Clinton, of Charlotte, N. C.; Bishop C. S. Smith, Detroit, Mich; Dr. W. W. Lucas Meridian, Miss; Rev. P. James Bryant, Atlanta, Ga.; Mrs. Mary Talbert, Buffalo, N. Y.; Prof. John R. Hawkins, Washington, D. C.; C. G. Woodson, Washington D C.; J. C. Austin, Pittsburgh, Pa.; J. S. Young, Ardmore, Okla.; William M. Harrison, Chicago, Ill.; E. K. Jones, New York; Salindra Hath Ghose, of India; W. T. Andrews, Baltimore, Md.; Edward L. Snyder, Philadelphia, Pa; John Mitchell, Jr., Richmond, Va.; Mrs. Mary Church-Terrell; Judge Robert Terrell, Washington, D. C., and many others. The following officers were elected: Dr W. H. Jernagin, president; Bishop I. N. Ross, vice-president; Rev. C. N. Stepteau, secretary; Rev. J. M Randolph, assistant secretary; Prof. John R. Hawkins, executive secretary; Rev. W. M. Dean, treasurer; Rev. E A. P. Cheek, chaplain; Rev. J C Austin, organizer; William H. Harrison, lecturer; Rev. J. Milton Waldron, secretary Haitian committee; J. M. Callis, chairman executive committee; Rev. J. D. Bushell, musical director. A strong address was sent to the country. A memorial was sent to Congress, which was a strong document. WILBERFORCIANS MET AT Y. The Alumni Association of Wilberforce University, of Greater Kansas City, met Monday evening at The Pasco Y. M. C. A. The meeting was an informal one, it being called by Dr. Reverdy C. Ransom, editor of the A. M. E. Review of New York City. Dr. Ransom being an alumnus of this school and one to its honor; is doing much in his travels to build up and instill the spirit to a deeper sense of their alma mater. Dr. Ransom told the association of some plans that were in progress, to be carried out by the alumni of this great school in the next few months, and greater things in the next few years. And he knew the loca.association wanted to have a part in it. There will be monthly meetings of the association date of which will be named soon as the president, who is out of the city, returns. Musician's Ball, Convention Hall, November 13. The little baby boy, Jonas, Jr., of Mr. and Mrs. Jonas aitan, 1811 North Eighth street, died Saturday October the 4th. The family have the, sincere sympathy of their neighbors and friends. Mrs. Sanders is the daughter of Mr. James Sanders, 126 Greeley avenue. Hear and see Margaret A. Johnson's illustrated poem, "Negro Voices," Wednesday evening, Oct. 22nd. at Pleasant Green Baptist church. Admission 15 cents. Rev. W. B. Johnson of Paola, has been appointed as pastor of Bethel Mission and resides at 128 Greeley avenue. Mr. Charles Williams was in Leavenworth Tuesday attending the funeral of a friend. --- 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 PAGE TWO 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 Residence Phone, Bell West 2663. The Advocate is a weekly journal devoted to Race Progress and Human Uplift. SUBSCRIPTION. One Year .....$1.50 Six Months .....80 Three Months .....50 "Entered as second-class matter August 29, 1914, at the postoffice at Kansas City, Kansas, under the Act of March 3, 1879." Have your news in our office not later than Tuesday of each week to insure publication. Office 834 Nebraska avenue. MEMBER NATIONAL NEGRO PRESS ASSOCIATION. 1919 - OCTOBER - 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 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 Wednesday, October 17, 1919 The Advocate has got back on its staff after eighteen months absence, one of its old reliable collectors, Mrs. Lottie D. Hall, who recently returned from California. Not only was The Advocate gratified and delighted in having this splendid woman associated with us again, but a multitude of Advocate readers will be elated to have her call, as of ye olden times It is also a pleasure we can, through The Advocate introduce to our subscribers Mrs. M. Chism as one of our new collectors, who has the western part of the city, and we ask for her that same courtesy you have been giving our other collector, Miss Blake, who resigned to enter Western University. If you like The Advocate pay for it. If you don't like it, pay for it anyway, and we wil like it. When our collectors call and tell you how much you owe, don't be surprised, as it has been some time since you paid anything, but you are all right at that. Musician's Ball, Convention Hall, November 13. METROPOLITAN TEMPLE NOTES This is one of the six large Baptist churches, and although there are more than these, Metropolitan church had a large audience Sunday morning. Pastor Holmes preached eloquently and spiritually on "Acquaintance With God." At the close Mr. Carl Grant spoke intelligently on the "American Legion." At 4 p. m., Prof. Jones addressed a large number at the Forum. At 8 p. m., Pastor Holmes preached from the Psalms 119-32, "I will run the way of thy commandments, when thou shalt enlarge my heart." Theme, "The Model Christian." It was a fine sermon and was sanctioned by Deacons Thomas and Jennings and others. It certainly hewed to the line. Brother J. T. Taylor delivered the invocation, and the choir sang "Are You Ready?" sweetly. A large collection was taken up for coal and there are always collections taken so large that this church never has to call for rallies of over eight or nine hundred dollars at a time. But in ordinary collections these members have given over $20,000 a year. The pastor showed his great brain power in leading these people KANSAS COAL (Successors to COAL AND BUILDING M ET 1917-1925 NORTH KANSAS CITY Both Phones West 1106 THE WEEKLY ANNOUNCER OF FIRST A. M. E. CHURCH J. F. GRIFFIN, Pastor. Residence, 1111 North Eighth St. Phone Bell West 2904. ORDER OF SERVIVCES. 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 Although the Southwest Missouri Annual Conference was going on, the Auditorium was comfortably filled Sunday morning. The Rev. Dr. Harbert, of Pueblo, Colo., filled the pulpit and a more refined and cultured sermon has not been delivered for days than was by this notable divine. His subject was "Light.' It was greatly enjoyed by his hearers. The Kansas City District is without a presiding elder, as the one appointed, Rev. T. W. Greene, Jr., was allowed to remain at Parsons, although it was his sixth year. Rev. Griffin filled his pulpit at the evening service and preached a strong sermon. At the close of the morning service a contribution was made of over $32.00 to assist one of our worthy young men, Rev. Albert Brown, who finishes school this year at Wilberforce University. It was a very commendable act on the part of the church and its congregation. The Trustee Helpers presented last week the pastor with a liberal purse which is highly complimented by every member of this church. A very deserving act The approaching winter is no barrier to First A. M. E. members, as there is not a home in the city that will be more comfortable. The lowering of the ceiling and the other changes on the interior makes it easy to keep a pleasant temperature in the coldest kind of weather. Rev. Griffin will fill his pulpit Sunday, at which time the public is invited to be present and listen to a sermon of spiritual uplift Visitors and strangers are always welcome to any pew in First A. M. E. A large number of the members attended the conference last week at Allen Chapel and especially Sunday night to hear the appointments. Next Sunday, Oct. 19th, some of the best diviens of the Missouri Baptist convention will preach morning and evening at this church. Do you know that Jesus died to save that which was lost? Come and accept Christ. The Sewing Circle had a nice meeting at Mrs. U. S. Rogers'. Mrs. S. Rolilns presided and Mrs. Roberts acted as secretary. The hostess served the guests with hot biscuits, butter, ham, ice cream, cake and coffee. Mrs. Matthews was asked to get up a program. Mesdames C. Rutledge, Jackson, H. Miller, Munro, and Mr. D. W. White made remarks. HONEY FOR SALE. Three thousand pounds of honey made from Italian bees. Extract and comb honey for table and medical use. Can buy in small or large quantities. JAMES SANDERS, 126 Greeley Avenue, K. C. K. BROWN'S SUIT CLUB. It is on! It is on- A suit given away every week. Call at 601 State avenue, and join the club. Come in and let us show you how to get a fine suit for Thanksgiving. 601 State State avenue. Rev. J. T. Smith, the popular presiding elder of the Kansas City district for five years, has been appointed to First church at Lawrence. THE KANSAS CITY ADVOCATE 'A. W. Manley, 1 share..... 5 Miss Lena Tooley, 1 share..... 5 Saint Elmore, 1 share..... 5 Mrs. Nancy James, 1 share..... 5 Anthony E. Hickman, 4 shares.. 20 Mrs. Mary Thompson, 1 share..... 5 Miss Ollie Henderson, 2 shares..... 10 W. M. Calhoun, 2 shares..... 10 T. B. Crosby, 5 shares..... 25 Ennis Taylor, 15 shares..... 75 Mrs. Seleida Hintoh, 1 share..... 5 James Johnson, 10 shares..... 50 Charlie Blakely, 10 shares..... 50 Here are the board of directors of The Peoples Mercantile Company. They are men of integrity and high standing: W. G. Banks, James A. Griffin, Dr. A. Porter Davis, Nelson B. Robinson, Richard B Brown, L. W. Johnson, Dr. J. G. N. Soanes, C. W. Comajors, Dr. S. M. Banks, Dorsey Green J. G. Groves. W. G. Banks, the State Supervisor of the American Woodmen, is the President of this company and will render you the best service. as he has rendered the American Woodmen. See W. G. Banks for particulars, 516 Minnesota avenue. UNREST OF MIND. Where there is so much in the minds of the people it is difficult to realize just what ought to be said or done. We cry democracy until there seems to be an unrest in our minds. I sometimes think my people are not as sincere about democracy as they talk. One of the most destructive things to the world, yes, worse than war, was the liquor traffic. Our minds have not been strong against it and it is sad to say that even our Citizens Forum has never gone on record as opposing intoxicating drinks. I spoke to several of the leading members about passing resolutions endorsing the victory over the downfall of the liquor traffic. It may come back but we hope not, for the bad effect from the use of it is here and will be here for fifty years to come. We need not expect such great results in righteousness until we pin our minds to righteousness. We spend too much money asking for righteousness when our minds are not crying righteousness. I have often thought that our white brother writes too much trashy literature and sometimes, I think my people spend too much time imitating. We have too many organizations to take the money from our people. If the church organization would carry out its divine purpose, there would be no room for any other. The churches have been successful in organizing schools and I think that they would be more successful if they would organize and buy land that our boys would have something to do during vacation. There are hundreds of boys who would not object to going to a farm where they might earn something if only they had an opportunity. We are educating our boys, but they must have something to do beside loaf during the time when they are not in school. They will not make the kind of men we should have them be unless they are rightly employed. We need not expect our white brother to furnish all the employment for our boys and girls. We must sacrifice. We can do so. I think all this belongs to the church organization. The reason I say the church ought to buy land, is because all good work is done by the spiritually minded, the carnal minded are not expected to do any good works. If we should start such a movement I know that our white brother would back us up and help us in such a movement. This would be an advancement of the colored people I have in mind the N. A. A. C. P. at this writing, in ten years of its work it has decreased the carnal thought or increased the spiritual ideas in the minds of the people. There has been a great deal said in regard to love for the other races. Yes, I, love my white brother, my brothers of all other races. Yours truly, A. W. MANLEY, 2308 North Ninth street, Kansas City, Kansas. BIBLE CLASS The Bible Class met at Mrs. P. Younger's this week. Mrs. Rose McDowell has been restored to health and says it was through the prayers of the president of the class' Mission Board. This class will join with the Bible Class of Greater Kansas City in the suppression of vice. The next meeting is Wednesday, October 22. Health department officials are waging a campaign on business men who sweep into the streets and allow the stuff to blow away. It is better to burn the sweepings. This can be done in any stove. ASPIRIN-A Talk Aspirin is trade mark of Bayer Manufacture Monoaceticacidester of Salicylicacid The name "Bayer" identifies the true, world-famous Aspirin prescribed by physicians for over eighteen years. The name "Bayer" means genuine Aspirin proved safe by millions of people. In each unbroken package of "Bayer Tablets of Aspirin" you are told how to safely take this genuine Aspirin for Colds, Headache, Tooth- Marriage Licenses Owen Fugett, K. C. K.....49 Mary Clater, K. C. K.....48 Benj. Miller, K. C. K.....47 Minnie Thomas, K. C. K.....46 Carl L. Prather, K. C. K.....23 Inez Dayton, K. C. K.....20 Gilbert Alexander, K. C. K.....26 Pearl Caruthers, K. C. K.....19 THE CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD (C.W.F.F.) Rev. J. P. F. Stuckey, Pastor. Sunday morning at 10 a. m., the Sunday school lesson was beautifully discussed. The superintendent is going on to a higher mark. Rev. Farr, one of the teachers, is bringing his class out and wishes that the older people would attend more regularly. At 11 a. m., the rostrum was filled with Rev. J. C. Collins, a young minister about 21 years old. He is recently from Huntington, Ark. His subject was, The Word of God, Luke 4-4. He is a spiritual speaker and whoever missed this sermon missed a treat. The Bible Band met at 6:40 and the lesson was beautifully discussed and many good things were found in the lesson. At 8:30 p. m., Rev. John Farr, a noble speaker, was first to fill the rostrum and Rev. L. C. Collins followed him. His text was St. John 5-39. He preached a beautiful sermon. Collection, $10.97. After the sermon an aged member, 110 years old, asked for some aid from the church. A nice collection was made up for him. The pastor has not arrived home yet, but he will return soon. He is still on his preaching tour. Next Sunday, Oct. 19th, is chief Christian rally day. Everybody is cordially invited to be out. We are expecting a glorious time. The chief, Wm. Christian, the Bible wonder on the doctrine, will be at 337 Oakland avenue, Oct. 31, Nov. 1, 2, and 3. Don't fail to hear this wonderful speaker. Ministers, deacons, come out and let us all reason together. All are welcome. W. C. ARCH. THE MEDICNIE YOU NEED. Emerson's Compound Extract of Sarsaparilla, a pure medicine, the King of Blood Purifiers. We guarantee it to do all it claims. For sale by Mrs. John Bryant, Agent, 839 Ella Avenue. Phone Bell West 4685 J. COLD'S breed and Spread INFLUENZA KILL THE COLD AT ONCE WITH HILL'S CASCARA QUININE BROMIDE FRIDAY, OCTOBER 17, 1919 N-A Talk as told by "Bayer" ache, Earache, Neuralgia, Lumbago, Rheumatism, Neuritis and Pain generally. Always say "Bayer" when buying Aspirin. Then look for the safety "Bayer Cross" on the package and on the tablets. Handy tin boxes of twelve tablets cost but a few cents. Druggists also sell larger packages. CITIZENS' FORUM The Forum met at its usual place at the usual hour. President Hodge presided. After quotations and good current events and community music, the president called for the main feature of the program, i.e., address by Prof. A. Jones of Western University, "Health Among Colored People; Race Solidarity and Purity of the Race." It was a splendid address. It was discussed by Mr. Manley and the president. Prof. Hodge appointed Miss Willa Jefferson as secretary and Miss Willa Dwiggins as pianist of the Forum. Next Sunday, Oct. 19th, a very fine program will be rendered, of which Prof. Gregg and Miss Kealing will present. Everybody is invited to be present. In the District Court of Wyandotte County, Kansas. Nannie Green, Plaintiff, vs. Edward Green Defendant. To the above named defendant: You are hereby notified that you have been sued by the above named plaintiff, in the above named court, and unless you appear and answer the petition filed on or before the 28th day of November, 1919. the petition will be presented, and evidence introduced. upon which a judgment will be rendered, the nature of which will be a decree, dissolving the bonds of matrimony between us, and divorcing plaintiff from you, the defendant, and awarding to plaintiff her maiden name, Nannie Lewis, and the custody of our minor child. Louise Green, and for the costs of this action. I. F. BRADLEY, Attorney for Plaintiff. Attest: R. J. McFarland, Clerk District Court. (First publication Oct 17, 1919.) WHITELAW DRUG STORE 3091 N. 27th St HEY - CAN YOU TELL ME HOW TO GET TO GOOFVILLE? YES, IF YOU'LL TAKE ME IN YOUR CAR I'LL POINT IT OUT AS WE GO ALONG! DRIVE ABOUT 2 MILES DOWN THIS ROAD! GOOD - JUMP IN! WEIHE & KING BOTH PHONES WEST 317 A-B-C BOTTLING COMPANY (Under New Management) Manufacturers of Soft Drinks SERVICE AND QUALITY SOLE AGENT FOR WHISTLE AND BLATZ BARMA 909 NUGENT AVENUE KANSAS CITY, KANSAS FINEST PLACES IN KANSAS CITY, KANSAS, FOR SALE 5-ROOM HOUSE, STRICTLY MODERN, 31 FT. $2800 $700 CASH, $25 PER MONTH. 7-ROOM HOUSE; STRICTLY MODERN; $4000; $2000 CASH. TERMS TO SUIT. 7-ROOM HOUSE, STRICTLY MODERN; $3500; $2000 CASH. 7-ROOM HOUSE, 75 FT.; CITY WATER AND GAS; $2200; $200 DOWN; $12 PER MONTH AND INTEREST. GEO. McCLELLAND & SON REAL ESTATE AND RENTALS ALL KINDS OF INSURANCE. LET US WRITE THAT NEXT. FIRE INSURANCE WE MAKE LOANS. SEE US. 733 MINNESOTA AVENUE BELL WEST 364 HOME WEST 594 NEW ELECTRIC PHOTO SHOP. In Electric Theatre Building POST CARDS, CABINETS OR ANY SIZE PHOTO Lowest Prices in City WE DO KODAK FINISHING THE OLD RELIABLE JUNK DEALER SQUARE DEALING AND HONEST WEIGHT AT ALL TIMES Pays the Highest cash price for junk at all times, rags, iron, bottles, bones, copper, brass, lead, zinc and everything in the junk line. Place of Business—1006-1008 North Third Street BELL WEST 3577 KANSAS CITY, KANSAS FRIDAY, OCTOBER 17, 1919 HANK and PETE HEY - CAN YOU TELL ME HOW TO GET TO COOFVILLE? WEIHE & KING A-B-C BOTTLIN (Under New Manufacturers SERVICE AN SOLE AGENT FOR WHIST 909 NUGENT AVENUE FINEST PLACES IN KANSAS, I 5-ROOM HOUSE, STRICT $700 CASH, $25 PER MONTH 7-ROOM HOUSE; STRICT CASH. TERMS TO SUIT. 7-ROOM HOUSE, STRICT CASH. 7-ROOM HOUSE, 75 FT.; $2200; $200 DOWN; $12 PER M GEO. McCLELL REAL ESTATE ALL KINDS OF INSURANCE. FIRE INSURANCE 733 MINNESO BELL WEST 364 NEW ELECTRIC In Electric The POST CARDS. ANY SIZE Lowest P WE DO KODA SAMUEL THE OLD RELIAB SQUARE DEALING AND TIME Pays the Highest cash price for bottles, bones, copper everything in Place of Business—1006- BELL WEST 3577 In the District Court of Wyandotte County, Kansas. Jennie Meyers, Plaintiff, vs. C. W. Mevers, Defendant. No. 12253. To C. W. Meyers, nonresident defendant: This will notify you that you have been sued by the plaintiff in the above entitled action in the above named court, and unless you answer the petition of plaintiff filed therein on or before the 28th day of November, AD., 1919, the allegations of said petition will be taken as true and judgment thereon will be taken against you divorcing the plaintiff from you and from the marriage now existing between you and herself and for such other relief as equity may demand. JENNIE MEYERS, Plaintiff. (First publication Oct. 17, 1919.) PUBLICATION NOTICE In the District Court of Wyandotte County, Kansas. Juanita Slaven, Plaintiff, vs. Herman Slaven, Defendant. No. 12284. To Herman Slaven, non-resident defendant: This will notify you that you have been sued by the plaintiff in the above entitled action in the above named court, and unless you answer the petition of plaintiff filed there on or before the 28th day of November, A.D., 1919, the allegations of said petition will be taken as true and judgment thereon will be taken against you, divorcing the plaintiff from you and from the marriage now existing between you and herself and for such other relief as equity man demand. JUANITA SLAVEN, Plaintiff. (First publication Oct. 17, 1919.) THE KANSAS CITY-ADVOCATE THIS BIRD WANTED A FREE TAXI NOW IF YOU'LL LET ME OUT I CAN SHOW YOU THE REST OF THE WAY. SUST TURN AROUND AND GO BACK 3 MILES! WHY DIDN'T YOU TELL ME THAT IN THE FIRST PLACE INSTEAD OF TAKING ME TWO MILES IN THE WRONG DIRECTION! WELL, I DIDN'T WANT TO HURT YOUR FEELINGS BY TELLING YOU YOU WERE GOING THE WRONG WAY! AND BESIDES- I LIVE HERE! © U.S. Feature Services, Inc. N.Y.C. YOUR WE GO MILES NOW IF YOU'LL LET ME OUT I CAN SHOW YOU THE REST OF THE WAY. SUST TURN AROUND AND GO BACK 3 MILES! SOLDIERS' NEW AND USED FURNITURE Express and Family Moving "We Like Long Drives" See F. W. Ragsdale for Low Prices 314 Minnesota Avenue Bell West 1704 SOCIETY OPTICIA All Work Guaranteed Kassel Jewelry Co. 548 Minnesota Ave. Kansas City Kansas MISS CAROLYN V. ADAMS STENOGRAPHER AND TYPIST RATES REASONABLE SATISFACTION GUARANTEED Bell West 2314 634 Franklin Ave. Kansas City Kas Bell Phone West 424 Res. 1407 North Eighth Street LUELLA GREEN Notary Public 516 Minnesota Ave. Kansas City. Kansas C. A. Luckett The Tailor Men's Suits Made to Measure of Finest Fabrics. Fit Guaranteed. Prices Very Reasonable Fifth and Freeman With Bouldin Cleaners PUBLICATION NOTICE In the District Court of Wyandotte County, Kansas. Div. Arthur H. Standfield, Defendant.vs. Edith C. Standfield, Plaintiff. No. To Edith C. Standfield: You are hereby notified that you have been sued by the above named plaintiff in the Ditrict Court of Wyandotte County, Kansas, for divorce, and that you art 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 20th day of November, 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 Oct. 10, 1919) 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. WHY DIDN'T YOU TELL ME THAT IN THE FIRST PLACE INSTEAD OF TAKING ME TWO MILES IN THE WRONG DIRCATION! Musician's Ball, Convention Hall November 13. In the District Court of Wyandotte County, Kansas. James Barlow, Plaintiff, vs. Fannie Bell Barlow, Defendant. No. 12309. Div. 3. To Fannie Bell Barlow, non-resident defendant: You are hereby notified that you have been sued in the above named court and cause, the nature of said cause being an action for divorce, and unless you answer the petition of the plaintiff, filed therein on or before the 28th day of November, 1919, the allegations and petition will be taken as true and a judgment thereon will be taken against you and in favor of plaintiff, as prayed for in the petition, divorcing him from you and for such other and further relief as to the court may seem proper. E W. SHACKELFORD. Attorney for Plaintiff. (First publication Oct. 17, 1919.) In the District Court of Wyandotte County, Kansas. Hortense Ormsby. Plaintiff, vs. Richard Ormsby. Defendant. No. 12166. To Richard Ormsby, non-resident defendant: This will notify you that you have been sued by the plaintiff in the above entitled action in the above named court, and unless you answer the petition of plaintiff filed therein on or before the 28th day of November, A.D., 1919, the allegations of said petition will be taken as true and judgment thereon will be taken against you divorcing the plaintiff from you and from the marriage now existing between you and herself and for such other relief as equity may demand. HORTENSE ORMSBY, Plaintiff. (First publication 4) A. 17. 1910.) (First publication Oct. 17, 1919.) Last week, in his testimony before the senate committee which is investigating the steel strike, President Gompers of the American Federation of Labor gave this concise definition of a theory that is defended by every power and influence that anti-union employers can command. President Gompers said: "An 'open shop' is a place where the principle of collective bargaining cannot exist." Good News For Women Only women who have suffered the pain and agony that female disorders and monthly periods frequently cause can ever realize the suffering and torture many women are forced to endure. If this condition is not relieved ruined health and misery may result. But thousands have found relief and benefit from the use of Dr. Miles' Anti-Pain Pills Here's a case: "I suffered from excessive monthly pains for years. A friend advised me to try Dr. Miles' Anti-Pain Pills. First box relieved. Now I suffer no pain and do all my house work." Miss Nellie A. Jones, Jeanerette, La. No harm or unpleasant effects from use—free from Opiates or Narcotics. Money back if first package fails to relieve. SOLD BY ALL DRUGGISTS --- held at the Kansas Industrial and Educational Institute Topeka, Kansas Farmers' Conference and Sunflower State Agricultural Association, November 11, 12, 13, 1919 The Farmers' School has been designed to accommodate men, women, boys, and girls who cannot leave home during the busy season of the year, but who would like to avail themselves of a knowledge of practical farm and home problems, to which the session will be exclusively devoted. No examinations are required, and no age limits are set. A strong faculty of experts has been selected to instruct all classes, as well as successful practical men from the field. BOARD AND LODGING. For the ten days, board and lodging will be $5. Each person will bring bedding for his or her comfort. The school will furnish bedsteads and mattresses only. For information write, G. R. BRIDGEFORTH, Principal. Subscribe for The Advocate. It's Your Paper Read The Advocate. A Paper Fit for Your Home Subscribe for The Advocate. It's Your Paper Have You Bought Any Shares in the People's Mercantile Company Yet? This is the greatest move for our race and you ought to be identified with it. Can you afford to live in a community and live alone? Why not buy some shares in the People's Mercantile Company and be up with all the rest of the good people that are buying shares; read the list on second page and you will be surprised to see how many of our best citizens are buying shares in this company. You will never be nothing until you learn to be self-supporting. Put your money in the People's Mercantile Company; it is as safe as in a bank. The People's Mercantile Company will open for business November 1st at 418 Minesota avenue. The People's Mercantile Company will give a swell banquet Wednesday evening, October 1st, at First A. M. E. Church, corner Eighth Street and Nebraska Avenue. Everything free. You had better hurry if you want shares at $5.00 in the People's Mercantile Company, for they will soon go out of your reach. Mrs. H. G. Dwiggins, 852 Oakland Avenue, will sell you shares in the People's Mercantile Company. See her; ring Bell Phone 3961, and make an engagement with her. She is authorized agent for this company. For further information call at the company's office, 516 Minnesota Avenue, or ring Bell Phone West 255, and ask for Mr. Banks, the President. Fraternity Building 312-314 Nebraska Vacant Afternoons in Fraternity Hall, West Side First and Third Tuesdays Second and Fourth Tuesdays Second and Fourth Monday Nights First and Third Mondays Second and Fourth Mondays Second and Fourth Wednesdays First and Third Wednesday Afternoons First and Third Friday Afternoons Everything free. You had better be People's Mercantile Co reach. Mrs. H. G. Dwip shares in the People's Phone 3961, and made agent for this co For further info Minnesota Avenue, or Banks, the President. Frate 312- Vacant Afternoon First Second Second and First Second Second a First and The First and 5. DIGGS $ ^{T} $ BELL WEST 3577