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KANSAS CITY ADVOCATE TWELVE MONTHS, $1.50. GREATER BRANCH COLLEGE, IN HANDS OF PROF. J. G. ISH, IS MAKING HEADWAY Pine Bluff, Ark.—I am at the greater Branch Normal college this week, and believe me when I tell you that I have just knocked the leading man of the institution off of his feet by the use of big sounds, because I wanted to impress him that I am important and would have him believe I am some educated. He is one of the youngest school heads in the country, and has done more than any one man I know anything about in this America. Coming into town, I got off of the iron horse carriage in company with Dr. W. Sampson Brooks, of Baltimore, the great money getter and raiser, and I went with him to the home of Dr. A. H. Hill, of this city and pastor of St. John A. M. E. church. He received us with open arms, and then I toted myself over to the Branch Norma college and sounded the alarm at the door of the superintendent, Prof. J. G. Ish, Jr., and he met me with a smile that took in his whole face, and I said unto him, "Docusmetrolumtus sumptulorum, inkitater coliregus Pinebluftuso." That young college head was speeches for a few minutes, and then he invited me to come in, and soon I was shaking hands with his wife, who is some scholar. For she got through the public schools of Greenville, the place where she made her debut into this world, and then she got her some college education in Desk University, graduating from the college department, and she is using her education to help others as well as putting some of it into her own daughter, who is in school for her first time this year. They tell me that education is no good for you unless you make some use of it, for it will rust away, but this will never happen to Mrs. Ish, and then she is a real neat housekeeper, a good cook, and a loving wife. She may have these boquets while she is able to smell them, if she gets to see this letter. Now let me come back to this young man, Prof. Ish. He is the first one of our race to be superintendent of this school, because this has always been the job of a man of the other side of the house, and when he fell from grace, Prof. Ish was selected. You know all eyes were turned on him, because they wanted to know what was going to happen. Some of my people declared that it was a mistake, while others said let it try him out. Traps were set, but he stayed clear of them. The devil through out his sweet temptation bails, but he stayed awa yfrom them, but kept on pushing ahead, taking the school with about 160 students, The New Dunbar Theatre SATURDAY NIGHT DECEMBER 20,1919 Doors Open at 6:30 P.M. VOLUME VI. and today they are pushing the five hundred mark, and I am sure will reach it after Christmas. But that it not all. When the government decided to use some of the schools, he told his board that he was going to throw open Branch Normal to them. Some of the members thought that this young educator was talking through his hat, but told him to go ahead. I will explain when a fellow talks through his hat he is a fit subject for the crazy house. He filed his application, and before you could say scat, the contract was let, and the carpenters were put to work making room for them. Up to this time, the school had been a mere sham, but now it is to go on the map. Superintendent Ish in planning the buildings with the approval of the government had in mind the future, Of course you heard the war ended, and the S. A. T. C. was brought to a shut down, and a settlement was made with the school by the government. The buildings were estimated at some kind of future value, and then followed money to put them in condition. Out of it came an eating place, dormitory for girls, trade building for girls, automobile shop, home for superintendent, and a few other advanced changes, and when this young man reported to the trustees they were loud in their praises and increased his salary by unanimous vote. That is what I call a real educator, a man of worth. Perhaps you would like to know some of them associated with him, and if you do I will have to tell you, Prof. T. T. Veneger, head of the normal department; Miss E. I. Copeland, in charge of high school department; Walter Freeman, machine shop; S. Jackson,,, blacksmithing;.. T. W. Cogg, carpentry; L. Leonard, agriculture; C. S. Woodard, Smith-Hughes work; Miss Ludie Anderson, teacher training in home economics; Mrs. Dora Adair, cooking; Miss L. A. LaBranch, secretary to superintendent; A. J. Shootes, tailoring; Miss Bessie Boswell, preparatory department, Miss Minnie Payne, music; A. R. Reeves, mathematics; S. J. Althamer, history; Mrs. Minnie Davis, precentress; G. W. Brown, engineer. If you remember I said something about automobile business, and Prof. I. B. Hopson, who is at the head of the department knows as meuh about the horseless carriages as the fellow who invented them, and then he knows all the different kinds, and he is putting all of this kind of information in the minds of our young men. He comes from Kentucky, and I am sure that Kentucky people will be proud of him, for I am myself. I have been in his department and have seen him work. I would like to have time to tell you something about some of the other 'people here, but I may do this in my next letter. I am attend- KANSAS CITY, KANSAS, FRIDAY, DECEMBER 19, 1919 Lovers of mirth and melody, and to our credit it can be said that they are legion, are looking forward to the appearance of "The Smart Set" headed by the well known comedians Salem Tutt Whitney and J. Honur Tutt, in their latest musical creation, "The Children of the Sun," adapted from the historical book of the same title by Goewell Parker, which will be the offering at the Auditorium on Sunday next, and remaining for two weeks, with matinee Sunday, Wednesday and Saturday. Also special matinee on Christmas sand New Years. No colored comedians possess a more attractive personality or greater vocal accomplishment than Whitney, and Tutt. Their comedy vein has gained marvelously in strength during the past few seasons, but not at a loss of its purity, as is often the case when comedians strive for greater honors. In "The Children of the Sun.'' it is said that the word "comic" is used advisely in connection with musical comedy, and furthermore that it is through the wit and humor of the lines and situations, and not because of any baffoery on the part of the fun-makers. The book is entirely new, with scenic adornments and sensations, calculated to appeal to the most blase amusement seeker. The chorus consists of stunningly gowned bronze beauties with excellent singing voices and magnetic charms, who form a delightful background for the principals. Box office open daily from 10 a.m., to 9 p.m. ENTERTAINED PARENTS. Mr. W. R. Johnson, one of our popular railway mail clerks, delightfully entertained his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Johnson, 342 Haskell avenue, Monday evening. A large number were present who greatly enjoyed the evening with the son and his excellent father and mother. Mr. and Mrs. Johnson returned to their old home Tuesday at Marlin, Texas, after a pleasant stay here. of several months. Plenty refreshments were served. DOUGLASS HOSPITAL. The Douglass Hospital Club purchased a number of blankets during the very cold weather for this deserving institution. This club is doing splendid work in looking after the needs and comfort of its patients. Mrs. M. A. Turner is the club's president, and Mrs. Maud Brooks, secretary. Mrs. S. D. Bryson, 1502 North Eighth street. left this week for New Albany, Miss., who was called there by the serious illness of a sister-in-law. ing conference, and you would be surprised to know that I have been to that hot place, the place, the place so near where the devil lives. Well, I have been there, and may not go back, again soon. He is still sending forth his hot water for the ails and sins of men. I went back to see some of the people down there and to get in touch wit hsome of the other friends. I met Mrs. Katie Caffrey, a great worker in the Baptist church, and a woman of culture and brains. I visited the Smith Inn, which is a fine place, and at the head is Mrs. Jennie Smith of St. Louis. I am not going to say more this week. QUINDARO, KANSAS. Many joyfully appreciated last Sunday morning and evening services, when the pastor, Rev. M. C. Knight, concluded his series of sermons "The Greatest Thing in the World. Love," Our pastor was at his best and at the close of the evening service, we were compelled to say in the language of old, he saved the best to the last. The pastor beautifully set forth that love is the foundation structure of Christian life. In final anology of love he told of the two great crisis of sin—sin of the body and disposition. He used as an illustration, the prodigal son and his brother, when he concluded each one in the audience readily-saw that secret sin was the greatest undermining and virtue destroyer in the human family. Many expressed untold benefit from these series of sermons. The pastor will finish the series on "God's Salvation," commencing the second Sunday in January. Next Sunday, 21st, is quarterly meeting. Every auxiliary of the church are rallying to make this one of the greatest in this church. Presiding Elder A. C. Terrill will be with us Friday evening and until Tuesday morning.. Sacrament sermon, 3 p.m., by Rev. Harris of Guthrie, Okla., You cannot afford to miss these services. Sunday school and Community Christmas tree and exercises will be Wednesday evening, Dec. 24. Miss J. R. R. Williams, Mrs. R. S. Knight, Mrs Fannie Rucker, Rev. and Mrs. M C. Knight attended quarterly meeting at First church Sunday afternoon. There will be services Christmas morning at 5 o'clock. All members should be present. Special music has been prepared. The pastor will deliver a special Christmas sermon. MRS. T. H. McMILLAN. STOVALL-MORGAN & SONS. Florist and Notary Public We, the above mentioned, thanking you in advance our many, many patrons and friends for their loyal support during the past year, we kindly solicit your support this ensuing year if the Lord so wills it. Wishing all a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Fairfax 368. The New Dunbar Theatre opening Saturday night, Dec. 20th. "Old Milo," 1614 North Tenth street. Under new management. The New Dunbar Theatre opening Saturday night, Dec. 20th. "Old Milo," 1614 North Tenth street. Under new management. He—"My dear, I can't afford to buy you that hat." She—"Still you're save money if you did." He—"How do you make that out?" She—"Because I shall fret myself ill if I don't get it, and you, know what doctor's bills are." Come to The New Dunbar Theatre, Saturday night to its big opening, and see the Old Milo in its new dress. 9 reels. Good music. SMITH & PRESCRIPTION SUCCESSORS TO DR. C. A. (Southwest corner Third Street HEADQUARTERS FOR PURE We carry a full line of Hair leading manufacturers. Presc registered men. COME IN AND LET PHONE F James A. Smith and Monroe B. SMITH & TOMPKINS PRESCRIPTION DRUGGISTS SUCCESSORS TO DR. C. A. MEDARIS DRUG COMPANY (Southwest corner Third Street and Troup Avenue, K. C., K.) HEADQUARTERS FOR PURE DRUGS AND CHEMICALS We carry a full line of Hair and Face Preparations of our leading manufacturers. Prescriptions filled by experienced registered men. James A. Smith and Monroe B. Tompkins, ..... proprietors EXCHANGE STATE BANK CAPITAL AND SURP DEPOSITS Try Our Christmas a This CAPITAL AND SURPLUS.....$ 250,000.00 DEPOSITS .....$2,500,000.00 Try Our Christmas and Tax Savings Club This Year IT IS A GREAT HELP TO THEM START NOW—TODAY Nearly 1,000 persons opened such accounts a year ago, and the amounts are being paid out now. Nearly 1,000 persons opened such accounts a year ago, and the amounts are being paid out now. son to one and all The society editor and many others are pleased to be recipients of the announcement cards of the marriage of Dr. F. D. Booker and Miss Mabel Corbin, of Grand Rapids, Michigan, which took place Nov. 25 1919, at the bride's home. They are now at their modern 10-room home at 725 Everett avenue, to their many friends. Prof. J. R. E. Lee of Kansas City, Mo., attended the Forum Sunday. Mrs. D. A. Holmes, who has been sick quite a while, was out to church the first time, Sunday. The Metropolitan Sewing Circle willlgive their silk quilt away Dec. 26th, and have a fine program. The ladies of the Fashion Show; wish longer time, since the coal situation delayed them. At the mass meeting at Mount Pleasant church, $80 was collected for Mrs. F. B. Watson, who will leave as a missionary to Africa soon, to remain three years. Come to The New Dunbar Theatre, Saturday night to its big opening, and see the Old Milo in its new dress. 9 reels. Good music. COFFEYVILLE, KANSAS Mrs. B. A. Guy spent the week end visiting relatives at Okmulgee, Okla., and attended the Teachers' Association at Boley. Mr. and Mrs. M. E. Woods entertained at dinner last Thursday Mr. and Mrs. T. M. Woods of Chicago, Mrs. Gladys Grant and Mrs. Rella Lane, and Rev. and Mrs. H. H. Jones. Mrs. D. Summers and Miss Bessie Ingram of Independence are visiting their mother, Mrs. A. Ingram. Mr. W. G. Banks of Kansas City, Kansas, was here on business a few days last week. The P. E. Helpers, better known as the B. S. W. Club, was enter tained last-Tuesday-afternoon at the home of Mrs. W. A. Carter's. The Stewardess Board served an excellent lunch at the home of the chairman, Mrs. Millie Cartwright. Mrs. Aline Knox of Cherryyale, attended the memorial service of Rev. Frank Wilson last Sunday. Mrs. F. Cotton of Bartlesville, is visiting her aunt, Miss Ella Washington. Mrs. D. G. Morris and Miss Ida Hunnigan spent last Sunday with Mrs. Rella Lane at Elliott, Okla. Mrs. M D. L. Cox has returned from Kansas City, where she spent a few days shopping. Mrs. John Claggett left last Wednesday for Memphis, Tenn., to visit during the holidays. Miss Lydia Counce left last week for Denver, Colo. Officer and Mrs. Wesley Robinson served a sumptuous dinner to the society editor Friday. 9 reels at the new Dunbar opening, Saturday night. Fine music. 1614 North Tenth. TOMPKINS DRUGGISTS MEDARIS DRUG COMPANY and Troup Avenue, K. C., K.) DRUGS AND CHEMICALS and Face Preparations of our scriptions filled by experienced US GET ACQUAINTED. AIRFAX 4519 Tompkins, ..... proprietors ota Avenue LUS.....$ 250,000.00 .....$2,500,000.00 and Tax Savings Club Year i such accounts a year ago, being paid out now. NUMBER 20. MR. McCLELLAND ENTERTAINS TRUSTEES AND FRIENDS WITH FINE DINNER Tuesday evening, Mr. George McClelland, our popular and successful real estate dealer, entertained Tuesday evening at his beautiful home, 830 Freeman avenue, the trustees of the First A. M. E. church, of which he is treasurer and a few special guests to an elaborate chicken dinner. The large and beautiful dining room was handsomely arranged, with large table bouquets of cut roses. Miss Mae, their estimable daughter, and Mrs. Minnie Cooper, did the serving, and Mrs. McClelland with the assistance of Mrs. E. J. Patterson, prepared the elegantly cooked four-course dinner. Covera were laid for fourteen, and each one did justice for the occasion. Menu; Oyster soup, with oyster crackers; roast chicken; cream potatoes and peas, candied sweet potatoes, brown gravy, cranberry sauce, celery, pickles, tomato salad on lettuce, hot rolls and coffee, brick ice cream and French chocolate cake, Grimes golden apples and cigars. Those present: Pastor Rev. J. F. Griffin, J. H. Clayborne, Dr. S. H. Thompson, Charles Williams, Lawyer Dorsey Green, G. P. McNair Prof. Shelton French, George McClelland and Wm. Price, who is an honorary trustee. The invited guests were Prof. E. J. Patterson Prof. J. P King, Judge I. F. Bradley, District Steward Thos. Kennedy and Walter McClelland, the junior partner of the McClelland & Son real Estate company. 9 reels at the new Dunbar opening, Saturday night. Fine music. 1614 North Tenth. CITIZENS' FORUM The Citizens' Forum met December 14th, at Metropolitan Temple. Those who were absent missed it again. After President Hodge opened, he yielded the chair to Prof. Dr T. Coles, president of the Garrison Forum of Kansas City, Mo., who had a fine program, not only in print, but in production. After the good quotations, the instrumental solo, Prelude in C Sharp minor, played by Miss Virginia Henley, piece composed by Rachminoff, was classical and excellent. Current events by Prof. J. D. Bowser, were as fine as any ever given. It shows that the old and experienced people usually excel in knowledge. Vocal solo, by Mr. Chester E. Harris was enclosed and he then sang a fine classic. Address, L. Love, was very good. His language was good, also. He advocated preparedness. Said, "The church, school and homes should teach, thrift, religious truths, honor and chastity. Prof. Hodge opened the Discussion and seemed to think we need real true leaders. Prof. Ross ta'k-l and said many times the one would make the trust leader would not get a vote. He referred to Christ as the greatest leader, yet he was rejected by many. Two other Kansas City, Mo., gentlemen discussed the subject, but the write rid not get their names. Mr. C. Jenkins praised the address. The program was excellent and highly praised. President Hodge resigned as delegate to Wichita. Judge Bradley was elected, although he was absent. The following were made a committee on officers: Messrs. H. Dwiggins, Prof. Gregg, Mr. C. Jenkins, Prof. Ross and Mrs. M. C. Matthews. The program for next Sunday Dec. 21, as announced is Prof. Jackson's Jubilee Singers. Don't miss it at 4 p. m., in the Temple. Mrs. Martin, 510 Georgia avenue, has been on the sick list for several days. Mr. Rogan at Tenth street and Washington boulevard, is sick from a fal lon the ice. WHY NOT? Buy your Dry Goods from Us? Our expenses are not great. We sell for less. 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Business interests among the col- ored people of our city are to have an important addition within the next fow weeks, and while the venture is along a new line the promoter ‘is nell Jkwown and that means that the new business will have the confidence of the people from the beginning. This new business enterprise will be directed by our esteemed citizen, Dr. R. A. Adams, of 634 Franklin avenue, who has been appointed General Agent for the North Ameri- can Accident Company and several ether sick and accident companies. The Kansas City office will write ap- Plications, solicit insurance, appoint solicitors and sub-agents, adjust claims, and all benefits will be paid through this office. in addition to the insurance work, Dr. Adams wil Idirect the operations ef The Literary Service Bureau, which will correct, revise, edit, com- pose and prepare Mss. on all sub- jects, supply duplicate and manifold copies of letters, circulars, state- ments and other,advertising matter and address and mail same for pa- trons. In this work there will be associated some of the best scholars and most competent persons of the city. This new enterprise will mean em- ployment of a number of intelligent and competent men and women an¢ the number will increase as the busi- ness shall expand. The business will be conducted at 634 Franklin avenue at the beginnign, but there are in progress negotiations for a building which is to be purchased and used for the purpose. ‘The editor receives the informa: tions that this does not mean thal Dr. Adams will altogether abandor the evangelist fiel® in which he has been so eminently successful, but owing to the strain of the strenuous work it has become necessary for him to take rest for an indefinite period and regain his strength, so as te avoid a complete collapse. Having known Dr. Adams for many years. the editor commends him and his enterprise to the people of the community and wishes him goo¢ Jnck in his venture. Take Aspirin only as told by ‘Bayer’? nc The name “Bayer” identifies the| ache, Earache, Neuralgia, Lumt true, world-famous Aspirin prescribed | Rheumatism, Neuritis and Pain by physicians for over eighteen years. erally, The name “Bayer” means genuine Always say “Bayer’ when bu Aspirin proved safe by millions of Aspirin. Then look for the sz people, “Bayer Cross” on the package an In each unbroken package of|the tablets. “Bayer Tablets of Aspirin” you are] Handy tin boxes of twelve ta told how to safely take this genuine] cost but a few cents. Druggists Aspirin for Colds, Headache, Tooth-'sell larger packages. Aspirin is trade mark of Barer Manofacture Monanceticacideatee af Caltentionela JEWELRY ~ _ CHRISTMAS - . KASSEL’ JEWELRY CO. _ on, . era PAGE TWO THE WEEKLY ANNOUNCER’ OF FIRSTS A. M. E. CHURCH J. F. GRI* EIN, Pastor. Residence, 1111 North Highth St. Residence Phone, Fairfax 2904 Alex. Jones, Assistant Pastor. ORDER OF SERIVCES. 9:30 A. M., Sunday School, 11:00 A, M., preaching, 5:00 P. M., Junior Allen League. 6:00 P. M., Senior Allen League. 7:30 P. M., preaching. WEEKLY SERVICES. Official Board, 2nd and 4th Mon day, 7:30 P, M. Choir rehearsal, Tuesday 7:30 P.M Wednesday, prayer meeting, 7:3 P. M. Priday class meeting 8 P. M. —EE CHURCH NEWS ‘The services sunday were largery attended, it being quarterly meeting occasion, Our new Presiding Elder, Rev. J. D, Barksdale, was in charge, and his sermon at the 11 o'clock ser- vice was very instructive and was received with joyful hearts. The communion sermon at 3 p. m., Was delivered by that great theolog:an, Dr. Vaughan, dean of the Theologi- cal department of Weste~n Univer- sity. It was a great sermon anc souls were made to rejo'ce. The sacrament was administered by the presiding elder and ministers from sister churches of the two cities. The Presiding Elder delivered the message at the evening service which seemed to draw the minds of his hearus with greater force than even at the morning service. The Sabbath school undey the leadership of the assistant paster Rev. Jones, is doing inspiring work and the attedance is growing repid- ly The choir gave excellent service all day, under the direction of Miss Carney. Quarterly conference was held Monday evening in the lecture roor Dr. Barksdale presiding, and it car be truthfully said, there is but few African Methodist Episcopal minis | ters that have a greater knowledg of church polity than he All the re. ports for the quarter were fully uy to the standard. ' Special Sermon. Next Sunday at 11 a. m., the pas tor, Rev. J. F. Griffin, will delive the annual Christmas sermon ane there will be special music for th occasion No one should miss hear ing this annivarsary sermon of Th Christ. Strangers and visitors al ways have a warm welcome to al services. The pastor's Aid Society, a new] oiganization in the church. are pre paring to make many souls happy} of the aged and dependent, Christ ‘mas with well filled baskets, the lis' of dependents to date are abou' f twenty-five. ; Sabbath school will have thei | christmas tree and program Wed nesdayv pve, Dec, 24th. ‘ THE KANSAS CITY ADVOCATE fee dey cabs he Satis “Semone TPS ea we Lek” ™ sty’ cin} sath, Sig 1S EDR te Satiteep “Seale Ta Oe aol SR ein BoB 'S a THE INTERTSATE CIATION MEET Of Kansas and the West. Twen- ty-eighth annual meeting, Wichita, Kansas, December 29, 30 and 31, 1919. “We are expecting youl” Mi. Willa Dwiggins, President, Kansas City, Kansas. Mrs. W. W. Caldwell, Corresponding Secretary, 2432 Vine street, Kansas City, Mo. Prof. Jos. L, Bowler, chairmar Executive Commit- tee, 2418 Goode avenue, St. Louis, Mo. Dear Member: Three centuries —three hundred terrible but expres- sive years pregnant with the striving of a repressed people—have spent themselves. Therefor it is particu- larly important that at this point we should pause reflect, and survey by detailed inquiry the long drear past. For is not an idealized past a refuge and solace of the spirit? Our group, above all, must not lose conscious- ness of those sacred values which are born with tradition. Some nation, more or less clear and explicit, of our contribution to society, crossed and blurred most assuredly by an igno- rant depreciation of our people, is needed as an anchorage for our faith. We live, we struggle, and we fight, but men revile us, because they are blinded by the passion of hate. Baseless charges of every description founded on an imperfect knowledge of us and an inability to perceive our deeper qualities must give place to the unyielding neristence of the type of men who make up the Inter-State Literary Association. Our Association convenes at the St. Paul A. M. E. church, Wichita, Kansas, December 29, 30, 31. We hope to make this session the grand- est and largest meeting of our exis- tence, for this is our Tercentennial Celebration. Is this not worthy of your support? Share with us the joys and responsibilities of this venerable institvtion. The following are the subjects 10 be used for our celebration—for your papers or addresses. 1, The Advent of Negro. 2. Slavery; Its Sorrows—lesson good or bad. 8. War Revolutions. 4. Finst Reconstruction; Its Ad- vantages; was franchise a misiake? 5. Second Reconstruction; New Vision of Race. 6. Future; Challenge. The executive committee has plan- ned many innovations. A special essay contest will be held and a prize ' of $5.00 is offered for the best pa- | per (limit 1000 words) on “Effects | of Slavery on the American Colored | Man.” Manuscripts must be in the | hands of the Secretary not later than December 15. | Prizes will be offered, as usual | for original music, Declamation, Poe- | try and Oratory. | The presidents of the Race Coi- leges in the Missouri Valley will be present and address the meeting. Rules: Literary Societies, Art Clubs, Church Choirs and other up- lift organizations are eligible for re- presentation, Representation consists of three members and three alternates from each society, which may have one member on the program. Papers will be limited to ten minutes, Program numbers should be in the hands of the corresponding secretary by December ist. Fees: Societies representing in 1917 will pay the usual fee of $1.00; new societies, $1.50. Board and lodging may be had at minimur prices. If you have no literary society, or. ganize one. Mrs. E. J. Hawkins of Fort Scott Kars., has been elected State Lectur: er. | For further information, addres3. Apa Ur UW PAT NHwuwe8 TT PUBLICATION NOTICE. In the District Court of Wyandotte County, Kansas. - Thomas Sims, plaintiff, vs. Mary Sims, Defendant. To the above named defendant: You are hereby notified that you tave been sued in the above named court. by the above named defendan?, and that unless you appear and an- swer the petition filed against you, on or before the 16th day of January, 1920. the petition filed, will be pre- sented, and evidence introduced thereon, upon which a judgment will be rendered, the nature of which will be a decree dissolving the bonds of matrimony existing between plaintiff and defendant, and divorcing plaintiff from the defendant,.and for the costs of this action. % + THOMAS SIMS, “By I. -F. Bradley, his lawyer. . Attest! Ro J: McFarland Clerk of pee ene a ee aaa n= ; , ; i a We thank the people cf Ka nsas City and vicinity for their | liberal patronage since our formal opening. Our policy of fair ; price and courteous treatment has won for us, thousands of sat- isfied customers. a CHRISTMAS SPECIALS FOR MEN. CHRISTMAS SPECIALS FOR WOMEN ® FURNISHING GOODS LADIES’ FURNISHINGS es "i : Georgette Crepe Blouses, all colors..._..............$7.50 Heavy Fanneleiey venice pafusa $959 | Crepe De Chine Blouses, all clos 8498 Fine Silk Process Socks ...-sveerco--wrnnnee-89¢ | Beautiful Lingerie, up from wncesesceceenwneenn- $195 ~ ~____ | Pure Thread Silk Stockings, all colors, pair......$2.50 Beautiful, plain and fancy, Silk Ties.u.c-ccssssso95¢ = Se Silk Ties and Muffler Sets, special ......._..$2.95 { Fancy Mixture. Art Silk, 4-in-hand Tues......._...$1.95 Women’s Black Coney Fur Sets _o.-ssccocoun-a.$16.95 Cotton Crepe Shirts. French Cuffs ._W...._....$2.25 Furs are Acceptable Christmas Gifts. We have Silk Mull Shirts, plain and stripes ...._....$4.95 | a fine showing at Positive Money Saving Prices. Pure Silk Shirts. latest stripings ..----.$10.95 Jo _ Pure Silk Shirts. latest stripings $10.95 JEWELRY SPECIALS FOR MEN JEWELRY SPECIALS FOR WOMEN . Sterling Cuff Li : soft cuffs, pair... $500 Cone She seinem French Ivory Manicuring Sets, velvet lined Traveling Sets in Leather Case ............... $2.50 COSC, ONY aaaneaeeennennnennneennnereernnreeneeen $2.50 Gold Plate Scarf Pin, special 00s. -25€ 3-piece Ebonoid Toilet Sets, special ..........-.......$2.50 ee Reduced Prices on All Winter Coats for Women Following a successful season in this department we find that we have a great many broken lines which we are pricing very low for immediate selling. If you can find your size in this lot you will be fitted by a big saving in price. aa THIS WEEK’S GROCERY BA ®GAINS ARE TEMPTING : Bacon Squares, pound «..sssseeeeeecuenennnB0€ | California Hams, pound cece erseeeenenee BSC Sugar Corn, 1 dozen cans secs g LIB Guster Canned Pumpkin, can aetcesneteessmeneeseemand SC * cans sreeeerevcssrearroneanvenecnscacentonnmascaremnaseressetonneenes SUC. 13 Packages Spaghetti or Macaroni ciilenaiiniici ee elie ae AES | Richalion Gilt, segatan Ole else Tin String Beans, 1 doz. cans. nnsn$105 | Sun Maid Raisins, Special Price, pound ............24¢ 6 CAMS eecentcmrnsenntntnssmninnemenernnenrveneen9O€ | Pitted Prunes, special this week cesta one OR | a Fop Corn, Ib, eeernenrnvennnl24e Sea Foam, Rub-No-More, pkg. 5¢ Corn Meal, Yb. nneerennen nen BC DePrice’s Baking Powder, ean age|ToHlet Paper, 6 rolls for........25¢ Rolled Oats, Ib. occu 6O Matches, ce box; 6 boxes............25¢ English Wainuts, Ib. _.........45¢ ee TELEPHONE ORDERS GIVEN PROMPT ATTENTION, FREE DELIVERY $3 AND UP BELL GRAND 2000 HOME MAIN 4709 SHOP IN OUR GROCERY DEPARTMENT AND CUT THE HIGH COST OF LIVING anne tro nara ieee 1228 R KID A N ( ; {Kansas City Main Street Mo. Almost any man will tell you that Sloan’s Liniment means relief For practically every man has used it who has suffered from rheumatic aches, soreness of muvcles, stiffness of joints, the results of weather exposure, Women, too. by the hundreds of thousands, use it for relieving neuritis, lame backs, neuralgia, sick headache, Clean, refreshing. soothing, economi- cal, quickly effective. Say “Sloan’s Liniment’ to your druggist. Get it today. Sic, 70c, $140 , Liniment Heep it handy INFLUENZA starts with a Cold Kill the Cold. At the first sneeze take » HILL'S cxscnnalg QUININE . BROMIDE Standard ccld remedy for 20 years Sin" tablet form—safe, sure, 20 wines pe ae saree a Salt eek It Deae Stores AS CATARRH r SANTAL Na psa) 24 HOURS Ne EO) Ecronre of counterfeits WHITELAW DRUG STORE 8091 N. 27th St. Kansas City, Kan. PURE DRUGS TOILET ARTICLES CANDIES * CIGARS AND TOBACCOS Prescriptions Our Specialty- | * Bell West 4101 % | FRIDAY, DECEMBER 19,1918 | j - MEET ME AT 9 Grossman’s ' Big Christmas Sale LADIES’ COATS, DRESSES, GLOVES HOSIERY ai BOYS’ SUITS AND OVERCOATS 638-640 Minnesota Avenue | PHYSICIANS .- frequently recommend ¢his store for prescriptions requiring rare skill or rare ingredients. They know we have both. We handle complete quality lines of all goods, but the professional side of the business is not slighted. HOME DRUG COMPANY 1512 North Fifth Sreet NOTICE : Bring Your Films To Us__ - : We have added an expert developing and printing depart- ment and are now able to take care of your film printing and de- developing. 3 Prices best in town, viz: : » F20 SiZO oie ceeeceececneeecn ecenencneeenenntneenneneneneneeeneee OC Pint Vest Pocket 22 neeceeseeeeeeceeeeeecnenenneentenneesenenensremsemeened Print ost Can aac scncricusssersisasecpsaataaascisnreneraneermeemeen de DEINE Al Six Exposures 22... cecesessseeneescneecceceeeeeseneeenseenseenneneeeeee LOE ALT Del vie TEx POs te cs sacccssuscscnsscenpane nurernennanneiconnagseneense DOE We also have a nice line o Brown-Skin Kewpies, Splash-Me and Santa Claus, 50c to $2.50. . Home Drug Co. 4 1512 North Fifth Street = Two Phones, ...................... Fairfax 4422 and 380: pm a ~ "Free Delivery . oe FRIDAY, DECEMBER 19, 1919 AUDITORIUM Ninth and Holmes MATINEE, SUN.-WED.-SAT THE SHOW THAT'S STOOD "The Smartest Headed by the Foremost Owner SALEM TUTT WHITNEY and Presenting Their Latest Music "The Children of CLEAN—CLASSY—CLEVER Beautiful Costuming Everything New and Original Ticket Sale Thurs., Dec. 18 Auditorium FINEST PLACES IN KANSAS, FOR S 5-ROOM HOUSE, STRICTLY MON $700 CASH, $25 PER MONTH. 7-ROOM HOUSE; STRICTLY MON CASH. TERMS TO SUIT. 7-ROOM HOUSE, STRICTLY MON CASH. 7-ROOM HOUSE, 75 FT.; CITY $2200; $200 DOWN; $12 PER MONTH. GEO. McCLELLAND REAL ESTATE AND ALL KINDS OF INSURANCE. LET U FIRE INSURANCE WE M 733 MINNESOTA AVENUE FAIRFAX 364 HOME TORIUM Week Start Sunday -WED.-SAT SPECIAL THE SHOW THAT'S STOOD THE TEEN The Smarter Seed Headed by the Foremost Comedians WHITNEY and JE Presenting Their Latest Musical Creation The Children of the Smarter Seed LEAN—CLASSY—CLEVER—HISTORY ing Elaborate Everything New and Original le Thurs., Dec. 18 Auditorium Box PLACES IN KANSAS KANSAS, FOR SALE HOUSE, STRICTLY MODERN, 25 PER MONTH. HOUSE; STRICTLY MODERN; IS TO SUIT. HOUSE, STRICTLY MODERN; HOUSE, 75 FT.; CITY WATER DOWN; $12 PER MONTH AND IN D. McCLELLAND & S. REAL ESTATE AND RENTAL INSURANCE. LET US WRITE CE WE MAKE LOAN 733 MINNESOTA AVENUE IRFAX 364 HOME WEST 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. 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 FAIRFAX 364 HOME WEST 594 SAMUEL DIGGS THE OLD RELIABLE JUNIOR SQUARE DEALING AND HONEST TIMES Pays the Highest cash price for junk bottles, bones, copper, brass, everything in the junk Place of Business—1006-1008 No. FAIRFAX 3577 KA Money in Your Hand You Will Be Sure to Save If You J. A. WILSON KANSAS CITY'S PIO NEER NEER AS "OUR OWN JEWELS WORKING MEN'S WATCHES" 1616 WEST NINTH ST Two Blocks East of Armour FORREST B. ANGEL Lawyer REAL ESTATE PRACTICE in all state and city county wills and legal papers drawn. Criminists Of all the real estate men in town and finest list of houses, lots and farmable terms. Buy from me. I pay your $10.00. If you know of a friend who wants to me; I pay commission. OFFICE: 529 STATE AVENUE, KAISER BELL WEST 105 OLD RELIABLE JUNK DEALS REALING AND HONEST WEIGHTS TIMES Best cash price for junk at all times, bones, copper, brass, lead, zinc everything in the junk line. Business—1006-1008 North Thirtieth Street KANSAS CITY Key in Your Pocket Will Be Sure to Save If You Recognize J. A. WILSON IS CITY'S PIO NEER NEGRO JEWELER AS OUR OWN JEWELER MEN'S WATCHES A SPECIAL 1616 WEST NINTH STREET Two Blocks East of Armour's Plant REST B. ANDERSON Lawyer REAL ESTATE BROOKLYN In all state and city courts, title papers drawn. Criminal practice real estate men in town I care of houses, lots and farms on the way from me. I pay your moving cost know of a friend who wants to be commission. STATE AVENUE, KANSAS CITY BELL WEST 1050 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 Busniess—1006-1008 North Third Street FAIRFAX 3577 KANSAS CITY, KANSAS Money in Your Pocket KANSAS CITY'S PIO NEER NEGRO JEWELER AS WORKING MEN'S WATCHES A SPECIALTY 1616 WEST NINTH STREET Two Blocks East of Armour's Plant FORREST B. ANDERSON REAL ESTATE BROKER Practice in all state and city courts, titles examined, wills and legal papers drawn. Criminal practice a specialty. Of all the real estate men in town I carry the largest and finest list of houses, lots and farms on the most reasonable terms. Buy from me. I pay your moving expenses up to $10.00. If you know of a friend who wants to buy send them to me; I pay commission. OFFICE: 529 STATE AVENUE, KANSAS CITY, KANSAS BELL WEST 1050 PUBLICATION NOTICE. In the City Court, before the Hon. W. E. Carson, Judge in and for Kansas City Township, First District, Wyandotte County, Kansas. N. B. Milligan, Plaintiff, vs. Walter Davis, Defendant. To Walter Davis, the defendant above named, Greeting: You are hereby notified that suit has been filed against you in said cause, before the Hon. William E. Carson, judge of said court and that said court has issued an order of attachment against property in Wyandotte County, belonging to you, on the 19th day of November, 1919, and 80 Pounds 188 Pounds Latest Photo ELE JUNK DEALER HONEST WEIGHT AT ALL TIMES for junk at all times, rags, iron, brass, lead, zinc and the junk line. 1008 North Third Street KANSAS CITY, KANSAS Your Pocket Save If You Recognize WILSON STEER NEGRO JEWELER KANSAS JEWELER" STITCHES A SPECIALTY NINTH STREET of Armour's Plant ANDERSON. Wyer TE BROKER city courts, titles examined, Criminal practice a specialty. in town I carry the largest and farms on the most reasona- ay your moving expenses up to who wants to buy send them UE, KANSAS CITY, KANSAS EST 1050 that said suit is brought for the recovery of the sum of fifty dollars. You are further notified that said cause will be heard by said court on the 29th day of December, 1919, and unless you make answer to the allegations in the bill of particulars filed therein, said allegations will be taken as true and a judgment rendered accordingly and said property will be sold in satisfaction of said judgment. N. B. MILLIGAN, Plaintiff. GUY BOOKER, Attorney for plaintiff. HUGH L. SCHONE, Clerk. (First publication Dec. 12, 1919.) TUBERCULOSIS It was when physicians said it was impossible for J. M. Miller, Ohio Druggist to survive the ravages of Tuberculosis, he began experimenting on himself, and discovered the Home Treatment, known as ADDILINE. Anyone with coughs showing tubercular tendency or your name and address to COLUMBUS, OHIO THE KANSAS CITY ADVOCATE God gave us a beautiful Sabbath, Sunday, December 14, that is, the temperaoture was much milder. On account of a small pipe on the outside being frozen, the services were held in the historical old church, instead of the modern Temple; and how the older members, especially, enjoyed it! At 11 a. m., Pastor Holmes preached on "The Blood of Jesus," as "The Atonement." One beautiful metaphor was when he said Christ put one of His hands in God's hand and the other hand on this sinful world, this making the atonement for us and completing our redemption. The true Christians in the crowded church sanctioned his great sermon. At 12:30 p. m., the Mission Circle convened, with Mrs. Dinkins, U. P., presiding Mrs. M. C. Matthews was requested to lead the Bible lesson. They learned invaluable lessons from John XI, and gained more faith from Martha and Mary's obedience and faith; also Christ's great promise for us to claim in the 26th and 27th verses. The president was visibly moved spiritually by the lesson. At 8 p. m., the pastor opened service by singing "The Comforter Has Come." Prayer by Deacon Jennings. Music, "Never Alone." Then Rev. N. J. Stokes, of Pratt, Kans., who preached from I Cor. 3:21-22. It was a god sermon. At its close, the hymn, "I'm a Child of the King." Good collections were given and the day was well spent. Next Sunday, December 21, we think we will worship in the new Temple. Come. Sinners, especially. Each day brings us nearer the tomb. Don't idle your time away. The B. Y. P. U. had a good meeting at 7:30 p. m. The Sundav school at 9:30 a m., is well attended. Mrs. Mary Sullivan, mother of Mr. Edward Scott, on Freeman has returned to her home in San Francisco, after a pleasant three months' visit with relatives. Mrs. Malinda George, 1214 Ann avenue, and Mrs. Fullbright have returned from Springfield, Mo., after a pleasant visit with friends. Call Fair- fax 380 Or 4422 A GREATER MIRACLE "My grandfather," said an Englishman, "was a very great man. One day Queen Victoria touched his shoulder with a sword and made him a lord." "Aw, thats nothing!" the American boy replied. "One day an Indian touched my grandfather on the head with a tomahawk and made him an angel." Notice of Hearing Application for Pardon or Parole. Notice is hereby given that Louis Bush of Kansas City, Kansas. who was convicted in the District Court of Wyandotte County on the 12th day of October, 1916. and who was sentenced to imprisonment in the state penitentiary for a term of not less than 5 years, for the crime of rape, has filed in the office of the Governor of the State of Kansas his application for pardon or parole. as may seem fit, and that such application will be for hearing and determination before the Governor at Topeka. on the 3rd day of January, at 2 o'clock, when and where any person may appear and show cause, if any he has, why such application should or should not be granted and an unconditional pardon, or a parole, be granted said Louis Bush. LOUIS BUSH, Petitioner. (First publication Dec. 19, 1919.) In the District Court of Wyandotte County, Kansas. Pearl Blair, Plaintiff, vs. Artie Blair, Defendant. To Artie Blair, the Defendant, Greeting: You are hereby notified that you have been sued by the above named plaintiff, Pearl Blair, in the District Court of Wyandotte County, Kansas, and that unless you answer the petition filed in said cause on or before the 2nd day of February, 1920, said petition will be taken as true and judgment will be rendered against you, divorcing said plaintiff from you, and such other relief as she may be entitled to in equity. WM. H. TOWERS, Attest: R. J. McFarland, Clerk, by W. F. Mathis, Deputy Clerk. (First publication Dec. 19, 1919.) Do Your Christmas Shopping ON THE 50-50 PLAN The Barr Bros. Grocery always will share the proffit with you. We did $4,700 cash business during the month of November. We thank you. Folger Golden Gate Coffee ... $ .58 Golden Wedding Coffee ... .52 Pickwick Coffee ... .48 American Beauty Coffee ... .45 Lipton Tea, 1 lb. ... .75 Eagle Milk, can ... .27 Carnation Milk, can ... .16 F.F.O.G. Milk, can ... .16 Sugar, lb. ... 12½ Red River Potatoes, pk .60 Sweet Potatoes, 1 lb. .06 Gano Apples, pk. ... .65 Navy Beans, 11½; 4 .45 Lima Beans, 19-lb. 3. .55 Pink Beans, 10½; 4. .40 Fancy Rice 16 lb; 4. .60 Country Butter, 1 lb. .87 Creamery Butter, 1 lb. .75 Country Eggs, guaranteed ... .68 Dressed Hens, 1 lb. ... .32 A No. 1 Cream Cheese lb. ... .42 Vasper Canned Corn and Peas, can ... .18 Hand-packed Tomatoes, can ... .15 No. 3 Congress Peaches, can ... .39 On November 26 we received from the American Sugar Cone Co. one order of candy amount to $1,500. A few prices: Pure Maple Chocolates 49c Xmas ribbon 39c Pure Paris Cream 39c 25-in. Candy Walking Cane 20c A deduccion of one cent on 5 to 15 pounds, two cents on 15 to 30 pounds. The best nuts 39 to 43c $500 Fresh Lot of Cigars and Tobacco. No War Tax on On Our Goods. I Will pay $100 to any person proving we won't refund your money on any purchase not satisfactory. Jack Barr Manager BARR BROS. GROCERY 450 Minnesota Aqeue Next doer to Mjnesota Avenue State Bank In connection w,th Liberty Fish and Oyster Co. 1624 All Work Guaranteed Kassel Jewelry Co. 548 Minnesota Ave. Kansas City Kansas L. BUFORD Dressmaking Tailoring and Remodeling All Work Guaranteed 3037 North Allis Street Kansas City, Kansas Bell West 1751-J THE MEDICINE YOU NEED. Emerson's Compound Extract of Sarsaparilla, a pure medicien. the King of Blood Purifiers. We guar- antee it to do all it claims. For sale by Mrs. John Bryant, Agent, 839 Ella avenue. Phone Bell West 4685-J. Bell Phone West 424 Res. 1407 North Eighth Street LUELLA GREEN Notary Public 516 Minnesota Ave. Kansas City. Kansas HENRY KASSEL DRUGGIST 534. Minnesota Ave. Both Phones West 77 Free Delivery Anywhere LANDOR & SON Groceries and Meats Confectionaires and Notions' Lunches Courteous Treatment Delivery Opposite Western University QUNDARO, KANSAS Shoe Repaired While You Wait Prices Reasonable 1300 North Third St., Kansas Phone, Fairfax 1283 Fraternity 312-314 N Vacant Afternoons in Frat First Tu Second and Fourth Second and Fourth East S First and Third Second and Fourth M Second and Fourth First and Third Wedn First and Third Fri Shoe Repaired While You Wait Prices Reasonable 1300 North Third St., Kansas City, Kansas. Phone, Fairfax 1283 312-314 Nebraska Vacant Afternoons in Fraternity Hall, West Side First Tuesday Second and Fourth Tuesdays Second and Fourth Monday Nights East Side First and Third Mondays Second and Fourth Monday Afternoons Second and Fourth Wednesdays First and Third Wednesday Afternoons First and Third Friday Afternoons S. DIGGS THE BUY YOUR S at THE BATHURST ST 514 Minnesota THE BATHURST STOVE COMPANY 514 Minnesota Avenue We have what you want in Ranges over twenty-five styles; Coal and Gas Combination Ranges; Stoves exculsively for Gas; Heating Stoves. of over eighty styles. We sell the best Coal Oil Stove on the market. We are exclusive Stove Dealers, and can save you money on any stove. Come in and inspect our Big Stock and the Bathurst Way Selling Price. THE BATHURST S 514 Minneso THE BATHURST S 514 Minneso THE BATHURST STOVE COMPANY 514 Minnesota Avenue R. PICKENS SHOEMAKER 11 St., Kansas City, Kansas. 283 ornity Building 314 Nebraska is in Fraternity Hall. First Tuesday and Fourth Tuesday Fourth Monday Nine East Side and Third Mondays Fourth Monday After and Fourth Wednesday third Wednesday After third Friday Afternoon FAIR OUR STOVE NOW —at— FIRST STOVE COMM Minnesota Avenue Fraternity Building URST STOVE COM MINNESOTA Avenue PAGE THREE Shopping LAN share the proffit ness during the ES country Eggs, guar- anteed ..... .68 stressed Hens, 1 lb. ..... .32 No. 1 Cream Cheese lb. ..... .42 rasper Canned Corn and Peas, can ..... .18 hand-packed Tomato- toes, can ..... .15 No. 3 Congress Peach- es, can ..... .39 Sugar Cone Co. one or- n ..... .39c Walking Cane 20c ands. The best nuts 39 to 43c cco. No War don’t refund your back Barr Manager OCEY a Avenue State Bank All Work First-class Latest Patent Machinery as City, Kansas. Building Nebraska Eternity Hall, West Side Tuesday North Tuesdays Monday Nights Side Red Mondays Monday Afternoons Friday Wednesdays Tuesday Afternoons Sunday Afternoons FAIRFAX 3577 TOVE NOW TOVE COMPANY a Avenue ```markdown ``` TOVE COMPANY ta Avenue All Work First-class Latest Patent Machinery Christmas! LET EVERYBODY GET A SHARE PEOPLE'S MERCANTILE Is Still Selling Shares at $5.00 per Share. The most valuable present that you could give your wife, your husband, your son, your daughter, your sweetheart is a share in THE PEOPLE'S MERCANTILE COMPANY Give something that will be everlasting, ever-increasing in value. Don't throw your money away on trivial things, for you will regret it in the future. The People's Mercantile Company was incorporated Oct. 3rd, 1919. A big grocery store and a first-class meat market will be opened by this company in a few days at 418 Minnesota Avenue, Kansas City, Kansas. 516 Minnesota Ave. A list of stockholders. Watch for reed list in next weeks issue. Now is the time to get in on the ground Door. In the following list the figures are dollars: W. G. Banks, 20 shares .....$100 Samuel E Smith, 3 shares.....15 P. M. Bragg, 4 shares.....20 John W. Scott . 2 shares.....10 Miss Essie Tooley, 1 share.....5 R. B. Brown, 10 shares.....50 Wiley Hulsey. 2 shares.....10 Frank I. Godfrey, 2 shares.....10 Mrs. Olivia Griffin, 10 shares.....50 Dr. A. Porter Davis, 10 shares.....50 Mrs. Roxie Hammond, 3 shares.....15 Coelman Sullivan, 5 shares.....25 John Washington, 10 shares.....50 Samuel Turner, 5 shares.....25 Henry Johnson, 20 shares .....100 Mrs. Pearl Irvine, 2 shares.....10 Mrs. Lillie B. Greer, 2 shares.....10 Mrs. Mannie Bragg, 2 shares.....10 D. E. Epinger, 4 shares.....20 Mrs. Flora Cunnigham, 5 shares.....25 L. W. Johnson, 10 shares.....50 Dr. S. M. Banks, 2 shares.....10 Pinkney McMillian, 2 shares.....10 D. W. Allen, 2 shares.....10 Georfe Cunningham, 5 shares.....25 Everett Kelley, 5 shares.....25 Will Stewart, 2 shares.....10 Dr. Chas. P. Washington, 5 shares.....25 Mrs. Ella Smith, 5 shares.....25 William Baskerville, 2 shares.....10 James A. Griffin, 10 shares.....50 Mrs. Eliza Jones, 2 shares.....10 Alfred W. Banks, 2 shares.....10 Mrs. Amanda E. Williams, 2 Shares ... Mrs Nellie B. Alexander, 1 share Luther H. Mason, 5 shares Nelson B. Robinson, 10 shares Dr. J. M. Soanes, 6 shares C. W. Comagers, 5 shares Lula Dunlap, 2 shares Mrs. Mary Smith, 1 share John D Powell, 2 shares Artemus McNeal, 2 shares Mrs. Mary Finley, 2 shares Mrs. Vera L. Newland, 2 shares Sol McGary, 5 shares Mrs. Marie Robinson, 5 shares Mrs. Frankie Givens, 5 shares Andrew Weir, 4 shares Jas. T. Harden, 1 share Tester Rogers, 4 shares Silas Gaines, 1 share Mrs. Nancey Gaines, 1 share James Hibbler, Jr., 1 share Dora Hibbler, 1 share Albert Hibler, 1 share Clyde Hibbler, 1 share L. R. Davis, 1 share Mrs. Mary Scott, 1 share Mrs. Nellie Scott, 1 share Charles B. Kimble, 10 shares Edward D Houston, 10 shares Mrs. Jettie Davidson, 2 shares Dr. H. D. Voorhes, 5 shares Mrs. Susie Franklin, 2 shares Miss Nellie Williams, 2 shares Dr. Marion Cotten, 5 shares Hosea Callhoun, 1 share Joseph I. Dunbar, 10 shares Nathan Thatcher, 10 shares Rev. J. W. Clay, 2 shares Jas. P. Smith, 5 shares C. B. Cox, 1 share John H. Kinzer, 3 shares Prince' Gillis, 1 share Samuel Miller, 1 share Chas. M. Smith, 1 share J. N. Turner, 1 share A. J. Boulden, 5 shares Thos. Kennedy, 5 shares Mrs. Estella Sharp, 2 shares W H. Lambright, 5 shares Mrs. Alva Nunn, 2 shares Mack Smith, 5 shares George W. Porter, 1 share Clara Elliston, 1 share J. G Groves, 2 shares Henry Jackson, 5 shares R. T. Taylor, 1 share Mrs. Ollie Fox, 5 shares Frank Bailey, 1 share Mrs. Toledo Smith, 5 shares Miss Venda Fields, 4 shares Miss Dora Barnes, 1 share Joe Whitfield, 5 shares W. M. Warfield, 5 sharse Samuel Howard, 5 shares Charlie Tucker, 1 share Mrs. Hazel Brooks, 2 shares Rev. J. W. Clay, 2 shares George Duvall, 2 shares Mrs. Juanita Jones, 1 share G. W. Carr, 1 share Joe King, 1 share Mrs. Della D. Cox, 12 shares H. Alexander, 1 share Mrs. D. A. Duval, 1 share Mrs. Lizzie Parker, 1 share William Pope, 2 shares Dorsey Green, 2 shares C. B. Cox, 4 shares Harry V. Bryant, 1 share Prof. G. A. Gregg, 1 shaer Prof. G. B. Buster, 1 share Prof. J. A. Hodges, 4 shares M. J. Owens, 1 share William A. Carter, 1 share Catherine Caldwell, 1 share H. C. Scott, 1 share Who was elected President of the People's Mercantile Company, Oct. 17th at the Board of Directors' meeting. THE KANSAS CITY ADVOCATE Doesn't Come But Once a Year 9 MR. W ected President of the People's Men EE OUR PRESIDENT Fairf SEE OUR PRESIDENT, MR. W. G. BANKS Fairfax 255 MR. W. G. BANKS e's Mercantile Company, Oct. 17th at the Boa IDENT, MR. W. G. BAN ```markdown ``` John D. Barksdale, 10 shares..... Mrs. Evelyn Wake, 1 share ..... Mrs. Rosa D. Stephenson, 1 share R. L. Thomppson, 1 share..... Lucy Bizer, 2 shares ..... T Williamson, 1 share ..... Mrs. Nora Rice, 1 share ..... Rev. W. A. Bowren, 1 share..... Mary E. Moore, 2 shares..... S. R. Gardenhire, 1 share..... Miss Helen Harrison, 1 share..... Mardell Holliday, 2 shares..... E. J. James, 1 share ..... Miss Mattie V. Frazier, 5 shares William Oscar, 1 share ..... Emma Davis, 2 shares ..... R. B. McLen, 1 share ..... Rev. D. A. Holmes, 5 shares..... J. W. Penecost, 1 share..... Dr. N. S. Jenkins, 5 shares . Geraldine Harpole, 1 share..... Joseph Harpole, 1 share ..... Elesworth Harpole, 1 share ..... Harrison Williams, 5 shares..... Mrs Maude Sears, 1 share..... John Guinn, 10 shares .... 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. PUBLICATION NOTICE In the District Court of Wyandotte County, Kansas. Lena Boggs, Plaintiff, vs. Jesse Boggs, 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 that unless you appear and answer the petition filed against you on or before the 30th day of January, 1920, the petition will be presented, and evidence introduced thereon, upon which a judgment will be rendered, the nature of which will be a decree, divorcing the plaintiff from the defendant, and awarding to her, her maiden name, and for the costs of this action. I. F. BRADLEY, Attorney for Plaintiff. Attest: R. J. McFarland, Clerk. ,(First published Dec. 19, 1919.) Christmas! The People's Mercantile Company is here to stay and will pay you a nice dividend on your investment. Give every member of your family a share for a Xmas present and they will ever love you and adore you. They will call you blessed when you are sleeping in your grave. Nothing in this world would gladden the hearts of your children more than to know that they are real owners of a big corporation, drawing dividends the rest of their lives. Directors: Kansas City, Kansas LOOK! See the Big GREAT THE KIND THAT You are invited to shop. Try our FEDERAL H. M. 522 Minnesota Ave. MADAM is known as The Free care of her many cu BUSINESS HOUSE PHONE GIRLORS, 910 NEBRASKA We Teach the Free DUNLAND CO. FIFTEEN THE BEST LAUNDRY GFT WATER USE e-Phone 6856 Main. BOOK! Use the Big Glass Oven in the Baking Bread THE KIND THAT MAKES MOTHER STREET are invited to come in and inspect shop. Try our bread and see the d FEDERAL SYSTEM BAKERY H. M. ROLLINS, Manager Minnesota Avenue Kansas MADAM C. O. TAYLOR known as The French Hair Grower, is one of her many customers than ever been BUSINESS HOURS, 8:30 A. M. TO 4:00 PHONE FAIRFAX 4425-J RES, 910 NEBRASKA AVE., KANSAS reach the French System. Call DUNLAP LAUNDRY COMPANY FIFTEENTH AND BROADWAY BEST LAUNRY SERVICE WATER USED EXCLUSIVE Ne 6856 Main. Bell You are invited to come in and inspect our sanitary shop. Try our bread and see the difference. MADAM C. O. TAYLOR Who is known as The French Hair Grower, is better prepared to take care of her many customers than ever before. BUSINESS HOURS, 8:30 A.M. TO 4:30 P.M. PHONE FAIRFAX 4425-J PARLORS, 910 NEBRASKA AVE., KANSAS CITY, KANSAS We Teach the French System. Call and see us THE BEST LAUNRY SERVICE POSSIBLE SOFT WATER USED EXCLUSIVELY BY US Hcme Phone 6856 Main. Bell Phone 180 Grand. Bell Phone Fairfax 416 STOVA THE EXPERIENCE COMPETENT IN LICEN Auto or Horse-dra STOVALL & WELT Offer THE BEST IN SERVICE EXPERIENCED UNDERTAKE COMPETENT FUNERAL DIRECTOR LICENSED EMBALMERS THE BEST IN SERVICE EXPERIENCED UNDERTAKERS COMPETENT FUNERAL DIRECTORS AND LICENSED EMBALMERS 316 NEBRASKA AVENUE ::: KANSAS CITY, KANSAS FRIDAY, DECEMBER 19, 1919.