Kansas City Advocate

KANSAS Volume VIII CO-OPERATION AND EDUCATION THE WATCHWORD The committee on declarations offered the following which was adopted by the Sunflower Agricultural Association and Farmers' Conference: First: The Sunflower Agricultural Association in its annual session declares and urges the colored people everywhere to return from the large ciites to the small towns and country districts, from which many went to help out in winning the war. With the war conditions over the Association and Conference advise that you return to your farm homes and districts. Second: We urge our race everywhere to stand by law and order. The joining of any group or organization that opposes the law and order, we brand such an action as un-American and we trust that every loyal citizen will not only stand by the laws, but in the spirit of patriotism carry them out in a most faithful manner. Third: We would advise every colored man and woman to seek honest toil for reasonable pay, rather than be out of work hunting, for wages that we received during the abnormal conditions of war. We would further urge that whenever we are at work, that we discharge the most humble duty in a faithful and painstaking way. Fourth: The owning of lands and homes we consider fundamental in citizenship and we urge you to buy land where you are, and make real citizens. Fifth: The census reports show that we have 8.2% of the Negro population illiterate in the State of Kansas, while our white neighbors have less than 1%. It is also true that the colored boys and girls drop out of school before they enter high schools and colleges. We therefore, urge that we make a sacrifice to give our children an education and see that they finish some good standard school. To those who cannot read or write, we urge upon you to enter night schools or in some way learn the elemenatry steps in education. Sixth: Many trades, such as carpentry, blacksmithing, sewing, cooking, masonry and others are becoming almost lost to our people. We would, therefore, urge that the trades and industries be learned and put into practice. We would further urge that our boys and girls be taught the dignity of labor. We would urge the support of the industrial schools by the colored people to aid in making our race more proficient in trades and industries. Seventh: We call upon all to help reduce crime among our people. In our federal and state penitentiary from 20% to 30% of the inmates are colored, while the Negro population of the state is only 3.3%. We would urge upon our leaders, both preachers and teachers, and fraternal workers to do all in their power to better the social conditions of our boys and girls. Improve amusements for them, and direct their attention to entertainments of an uplifting character, rather than those which breed crime and lawlessness. Eighth: The death rate in Kansas among our people is larger than the birth rate. We are dying twice as fast as our white brothers, and we would urge the colored man and woman everywhere to reduce this death rate by carful reading and application of the principles that go to make up a strong and healthy body. We would urge a large number of our boys and girls to go into the field of nurse training and medicine. Ninth: This conference would urge that the most rigid economy be taught in the home and school. We should teach that we must save a part of our daily earnings. The habit of saving should be a part of one's education. At the present time we have the habit of spending SUBSCRIPTION PRICE TWELVE MONTHS, $1.50 We are the most reckless spenders in America. This conference would ask that in the future methods of economy and saving be taught in all of our institutions. Tenth: The acquisition of property without race pride amounts to nothing. The greatest lesson that we need to learn as a race is the lesson of co-operation with each other. We call upon our people in a spirit of loyalty to support our doctors, lawyers and business enterprises, our churches and schools. The colored man must no longer look upon the color of his skin as a handicap, but on the other hand, we can convert what seems to be a handicap into an advantage. In learning to respect and co-operate with one another for the improvement of our own societies, churches and schools is the lesson that we should learn from our white brethren who is demonstrating his race loyalty and pride and at the same time doing much to help others. J. G. GROVES, Edwardsville; GEO. JONES, Oskaloosa; H. H. BUCKNER, Pratt; ARTHUR EMERY, Lawrence; W. L. SAYERS, Hill City; ROBT. TURNER, Topeka; C. C. OFFICER, Paxico; W. M. FOSTER, Carbondale. YORK MASONS GIVE BIG FEED AND SMOKER Tuesday evening at Knights of Tabor hall, one of the largest gatherings of men were seen that has assembled in and about this hall since its erection. The occasion being a joint installation of four of the Nasonic lodges of the York Rite Masons, closing down stairs with a big feed and smoker. The hall was packed from center to circumference, everyone being seated. While the serving was going on, addresses wer made by Rev. R. S. Everett, Rev. J. F. Griffin, Mr. Clarence Kerford, Rev. George McNeal, Editor Kennedy, Grand Master Rev. J. A. Broadnax, Worshipful Masters Madison and Johnson also made remarks, as did J. W. Wilson Grand Treasurer. The Intercity Band furnished excellent music all through the evening. The committee of arrangements deserves great credit in the manner in which they handled the big crowd and served it Worshinful Master Dr. J. Franklin Wilson, of St. John No. 9, was master of ceremonies. CATCH THE SALE The old reliable barber, H. R. Stines, has quite a number of Hair Cuts and Shaves that were left over before the War, 10c and 25c. My friends are invited to return to the old Price. Basement, 439 Walker. Side door entrance. Phone Fifield 1644W. GUY J. BOOKER, ATTORNEY We take this opportunity to state to those who may not know, that my office is exclusively in Kansas City, Kansas, at 514 Minnesota avenue. Phone Fairfax 1864. QUARTERLY MEETING AT ST. PAUL The First Quarterly meeting of this conference year will be held at St. Paul A. M. E. church, Argentine, next Sunday. The presiding elder, Rev. A. C. Terrill, will be present all day, and preach morning and evening. At 3 o'clock communion service will be held, when a sermon will be delivered by one of the able co-laborers. Pastors, their congregations and friends are invited to worship with us. WITH THE BUSINESS INTERESTS OF THE RACE IN KANSA'S CITY In this column we will endeavor to give a review of the business interests of our race from time to time. It is obviously impossible to print all of this matter in one issue, so if your name is not here now, it will appear later. CITY Kansas City, Kansas, Friday WITH THE BUSINESS IN THE RACE IN KAN In this column we will endeavor to business interests of our race It is obviously impossible to matter in one issue, so if not here now, it will ap Mr. C. L. Chandler owns and operates a fine cafe at the corner of State avenue and Fifth street, and also a barbecue stand. Mr. Chandler owns this building, which is considered a very valuable corner. At this cafe one can be served with any thing the appetite calls for and in up-to-date style. A nice business is done at this corner every day in the week. The Dunbar Drug Company at 1603 North Tenth street, which is only a few months old, is a credit to that neighborhood and not only to that community but to our racial group of Kansas City, Kansas. It is located in a room of modern ideas and is installed with beautiful and up-to-date fixtures. Everything looks so tidy, clean and one can see themselves looking in any direction. A nicer or cleaner stock cannot be found any place than in this pharmacy. Dr. T. E. Jacobs is the genial proprietor and his pleasant way of waiting on his customers will surely bring one back again. Our drug store. The Brown Bros.' Coal and Transfer Company, at 1607 North Ninth street is just becoming busy, especially in the coal trade, as the past few days of chilly weather has brought the stove and furnace from their rest unto actual labor. These two young business men, Tom and Howard, as they are familiarly known by name, have had the sticking qualities and made it go. Remember who they are. Mr. A. Byars has a fine cleaning, pressing and tailoring place of business in the new Clayborne building at 1603 North Tenth street. Mr. Byars is doing a nice business and adds much to the community's P. M. DAVIDSON LAID TO REST The funeral of Mr. P., M. Davidson of 2510 North Allis street was held Sunday at the C. M. E. church at 2 p. m., of which church he had been one of its faithful and devoted members. The Knights of Pythias, Stringer lodge number 14, of which the deceased had been a member for years, had charge. The church was crowded with friends and brother Sir Knights they taking the entire lower floor. Mr. Davidson was one of the organizers of the first Uniform Knights of Pythias companies in the city, Midwest No. 2, and up until his illness about a year ago, was ever loyal and faithful to its interest. Beauiful and touching condolences were read from the church his class, Stringer lodge No. 14, Midwest Company No. 2, and the Union Pacific Lyceum society of which he was a loving member. The obituary showed Mr. Davidson to be a loving husband and devoted father and ever true to his church. The eulogy by his vastor. Rev. Bowers, was beautiful and whose subject was "Appreciation." Midwest Company had charge of the body from the time it was taken to the home on Saturday evening until the close of the funeral, the handsome casket being covered with the colors. The floral pieces were many and large. Interment was made at West Lawn cemetery. Mrs. Jennie McLelland attended Metropolitan Temple Sunday night. ADVOCATE convenience and needs in the west end of the city. A co-operative store at 1300 North Third street, managed by Mr. E. D. Black is doing a business in the grocery line that is on its way to greater things. This company has been in operation for several months, and in a few more months they anticipate to widen out in a larger way. The location of this store is an ideal one, in which a splendid field is at their disposal. It's worthy of your trade. The Elks' Club Barber Shop at 1500 North Third street, is always busy and its artists are finished workmen. Mr. E. E. Scruggs is the proprietor and in connection with his barber shop a soft drink emporium and pool tables are installed which makes this corner a busy one. Mr. Scruggs is very popular with the boys in this community. C. E. Cannon Arcade Grocery and meat market at 1949 North Third street, is one busy place. You will always find Mr. Cannon and his courteous clerks busy. This store is one of the most sanitary, probably, in the city. Through the center of the room is what one would call an arcade of several feet wide and on each side from the counters to the ceiling glass panels are placed with sliding windows at the bottom where all goods are passed out. This arrangement prevents everybody from handling only the goods purchased. This arrangement is Mr. Cannon's own idea and it is a good one. Mr. Cannon carries a large stock of the best on the market and sells with a small profit, making his prices at very low figures. His big ad in this issue will give one an idea and comparison of prices. ARMISTICE PARADE WELL REPRESENTED BY RACE In the parade Armistice Day, Friday, November 11, a splendid representative number of marching bodies were seen in the large and magnificent display of America's sons and daughters. The parade was a grand one, and the thousands who lined the streets showed decisively they were in favor of disarmament. The colored organizations that were in the parade were: Hardy Harpole Post, the Uniform companies of Knights of Pythias, the Civic League, a float of First A. M. E. Church, and Western University, with its excellent band, with the presiden and faculty leading in decorated autos, following the band were the cadets, then came the entire student body of girls with banners galore. The school also had several nice floats in the parade The Boy Scotts of the city also made a nice showing. All of these organizations were given good positions in the line of march, and as a whole made up nearly one-third of the entire line. Mrs. Mabel Gray, social service worker of Los Angeles, Cal., addressed the ladies of Pleasant Green Baptist church, November 8 on "Sisterhood of Woman." The address proved to be a real heart-to-heart talk, which was very instructive and inspiring. Mr. Clarence Kerford of Atchison, Kansas, Assistant grand secretary of King Solomon Grand Lodge, attended the big feed and smoker of the York Masons Tuesday night. AT THE CHRISTIAN CHURCH Come, Come, and see and hear this wonderful sermon of the Blessed Saviour preached, and illustrated. Everybody requested to bring a candle, that they may be able to see and understand the dark valley, and the shadows of death. If you have never caught a gilimpse of the wicked world, come. THOMAS KENNEDY EDITOR AND PUBLISHER PIGGLY WIGGLY STORE OPENS Wednesday morning the busy going citizens of Kansas City, Kansas, had the opportunity for the first time to walk into a Piggly Wiggly store in Kansas City, It opened its doors at 9 o'clock at 732 Minnesota avenue. There are more than 650 of the Piggly Wiggly grocery stores throughout the country The customers wait on themselves for anything they wish to purchase. At the front are two turnstiles, one on the left where you pass through and there you will see on your right a large receptacle full of baskets and you just take one if you haven't your own and commence filling up from the shelves of the goods desired as every article is labeled with the price in plain figures. Even you open the automatic doors of the big windowed cooler and select what you want from it, and when you have selected all you want, you pass to the cashier, who is stationed at the turnstyle, on the right from the front. There your goods are added up on a special adding machine that is made for: the Piggly Wiggly stores, and your purchase is placed in heavy paper bags. There is no waiting for clerks, or having to ask about prices. These stores handle standard goods. MANY TEXANS CANDIDATES FOR THE BISHOPRIC Houston, Texas.—This is the movingest world I have ever seen and it would appear to you that I have been moving with it for this month is just a little over half gone and I have been in Illinois, Ohio, West Virginia, Indiana, Missouri, Kansas, Oklahoma, Arkansas and now I am in Texas, that is going some. It seems to me that I was in Texarkana, right on the line of Texas-Arkansas, when I wrote to you last week, and the next day I just stepped over the line, bidding goodbye to Prof. W. T. Daniels, busy secretary, and made it to Waco, where I made connection with the other line for Bryan, Texas, where Bishop William Decker Johnson was holding the Texas annual conference of the African Methodist Episcopal church. Going into town, I was met by the presiding elder, Dr. Reese, and soon the pastor, Dr. A. J. Smith, was here and a man was anxious to tote my luggage. He wanted my check, but I asked him what it was going to cost, and his reply was, "It will not cost you much; I will be reasonable." "I am reasonable too, and I want to know just what your reasonable figures will be before I turn over my check to you." was my reply, and when he quoted his figures. I said to him, "It is too high." He walked away, and I secured another man. So many people get bit on reasonable" instead of getting the exact figures. Always find out what a man is going to charge you before you allow him to touch your work and there will never be cause for misunderstanding when pay time comes. I was assigned to stop with the principal of the (Concluded on Fourth Page) CATE Number 14 FIRST BAPTISTS WILL USE NEW CHURCH SUNDAY After more than three years out of their home, the pastor, Rev. W. A. Bowren and his congregation will worship Sunday in their beautiful new edifice at the corner of Nebraska avenue and Fifth street. The services for a short-time will be held in the fine large commodious lecture room of the church as a part of the furniture has not arrived for the auditorium upstairs. A more beautiful house of worship is not found in the two cities than First Church and a more loyal and sacrificing people, has there been than this congregation. Well can they give God the praise in giving them such a leader and Christian minister as Dr. Bowren. Sunday morning at 6 o'clock prayer and praise meeting will start the day's service for the Lord. At 9:45. Sunday school will open. At 11 o'clock regular preaching service, the pastor delivering a special sermon and their large Gospel choir under that wonderful music teacher and singer, Prof. T. H. Reynolds, will render special Sunday morning anthems. A 3 o'clock service will be held when the elquint divine of Vine Street Baptist church, Kansas City, Mo., Rev. D. A. Holmes, will preach. At 6 o'clock p. m., he B. Y. P. U. will conduct and render a special program. The day's services will close with a sermon by the pastor, at 8 o'clock p. m. All the ministers and their congregations as well as the friends and public have been especially invited to the afternoon service, and a cordial welcome to all who may come to any of them. HAD MNAY MISFORTUNES Mr. and Mrs. Charles L. Childs, who moved here lately from Wichita, and live at 524 Paralle lavenite, have had their sorrows and misfortunes of late which appeared to come all at once. Mrs. Childs was called to Denver, Colo., by the death of her father, and before she could return a brother died there and last week their Wichita home burned, with most of their furniture, which was still in the house. They have the deepest sympathy in their sorrow and misfortunes. THANKSGIVING SERVICE Thanksgiving services will be at 11 a. m., at Metropolitan Temple. Dr. E.L. Harrison and others will preach and invites all members and friends to be present. Members and friends bring $1, if you can; if you can't come to church tomorrow. W. U. GIRLS WOULD NOT The entire student body of Western University were vaccinated Tuesday. The physicians were Drs. S. H. Thompson, J. R. Thompson and Dr. Unthank of the Missouri side. It is said many of the young women refused to be pierced on the arm and were vaccinated on the leg. STIAN CHURCH and hear this wonderful serer preached, and illustrated. NIGHT, NOV. 30. to bring a candle, that they stand the dark valley and the have never caught a glimpse 15c 8TH & EVERETT Pastor Page Two. THE KANSAS CITY ADVOCATE THOMAS KENNEDY, Editor and Prop. Thos. Knapper Associate Editor MRS. M. C. MATTHEWS. Society Editor WALTER SCOTT Circulating Manager PUBLISHED EVERY FRIDAY at- Office 610 North Sixth St. Phone Fairfax 2407 Residence Phone, Fairfax 2663 SUBSCRIPTION. One Year ..... $1.50 Six Months ..... .90 Three Months ..... .60 Eentered 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 insurance publication. MEMBER NATIONAL NEGRO PRESS ASSOCIATION. Lawyer I. W. Bradley, Jr. represented the colored ex-service men and our citizens on the program, among the speakers at the Kansas City, Kansas, high school auditorium after the parade Armistice Day. In the Armistice Day parade, last Friday one could hear frequently, "Where are our colored school children?" The white children were out in large numbers. The Civic League was a new feature in the Armistice Day parade, carrying their banner and the colors. Judge Bradley is sponsor for this fine representation. Bell Phone Fairfax 0767 GEORGE H. BROWN & CO. Real Estate and Rentals. See Them for Bargains and Best Terms 330 Greeley Ave. K. C., K. Special Bargains 6-room house, modern, oak floors, large reception hall, only $3800; $1000 down, $35 per month, including interest. 5-room house, gas and city water, $1350; $250 down, $15 per month, including interest. 3-room house, electric lights, good condition, 30 feet, $1000; $200 down, $12 per month including interest. 9-room house, brick, 50 feet, can be bought for $2850; must leave city; modern except heat; $700 down and terms. We have several other fine pieces of property at bargain prices. Had better call soon if you want to secure one or more of them. DELINQUENT SUBSCRIBERS We are asking all delinquent subscribers who have recently received statements of same, and have not remitted, will do us the kindness of paying at once, or inform this office, as to your desire for its continuation or being canceled on our books. Of course we would prefer the continuation with a check, but don't have us continue the paper without some reply. EDITOR. Miss Bauchman, Chiropodist All foot troubles corrected, such as bunions, ingrowing and club nails, chilblains, callouses, frost bites, etc. Let us relieve you of that foot trouble. Office 1009 Freeman avenue, K. C., K. For office engagements call Phone Fifield 3238M. Mrs. Mabel Gray of Los Angeles, Cal., in company with friends, spent a pleasant afternoon at Sumner school, Leavenworth, Kans, last Tuesday, as the guests of Prof. and Mrs. B. K. Bruce. DR. W. M. BLOUNT PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON 4281/ MINNESOTA AVENUE Residence, 492 Lafayette Avenue KANSAS CITY, KANSAS PHONES Fairfax 1258; Ran, Drexel 1258 to 7:30 P. M. Sundays by appointment only. OFFICE HOURS. 9:30 to 11:30 A. M. 2:30 to 4:30 THE WEEKLY ANNOUNCER OF FIRST A. M. E. CHURCH J. F. GRIFFIN, Pastor. Residence, 1111 North Eighth St. Residence Phone, Fairfax 2904 Alex. Jones, Assistant Pastor. ORDER OF SERIVCES. 9:30 A. M., Sunday School. 11:00 A. M., preaching. 5:60 P. M., Junior Allen League. 6:00 P. M., Senior Allen League. 7:30 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 The usual large and appreciative congregation attended the 11 o'clock services Sunday at First Church. As had been announced, the Rev. F.Jesse Peck, president of Western University, filled the pulpit, and those who were present appreciate the fact, it was filled and running over. Dr. Peck spoke on "Sufficiency," and how his hearers were electrified with his logical and simple terms of Christian "sufficiency." It was a sermon of wonderful power, Dr. Peck's sermons are always enjoyed. It was Douglass Hospital day and the nurses and students of this institution were present, with reserved front pew. The choir rendered a heavy and lengthy anthem, which was greatly enjoyed. This Sunday will be parents and children's day, when the parents and their children will come out as one great family and sit together as at home around the family table. It will be a joyous and pleasant sight to witness. The children will urge upon their parents to bring them to church on this day, and worship the God of their salvation side by side, from the same pew. Bibles were presented Sunday evening to a large class of boys and girls of the Junior League, who raised $3,00 or more in the Bible drive, when more than $50 was raised—the pastor presenting them. Rev. Griffin filled his pulpit Sunday evening, and delivered a masterly sermon, three joining the church. Seats will be at a premium Sunday, so if you want a choice seat, you will have to come early. Visitors are always welcome ot First Church. Western U. Band Sunday The Western University band one of the best musical organizations of colleges in the West, will render a program at the church at 3 p. m., Sunday, including other musical talent from the school. It is free, so come and bring your friends and neighbors. You will enjoy it. Argentine. Kansas St. Paul A. M. E. church, Kansas City, Kans. 2325 Ruby avenue. J. A. Broadnax, Pastor. Services every Sunday. Sunday school, 9:30 a. m. Preaching at 11. Class, 12:15. Preaching 7:30 p. m. Prayer meeting: Wednesday nights. You are welcome to all services. COAL! COAL! COAL! We warn you to get your coal in at once. The railroad strike is about here. Send your order to The Lambright Coal & Fuel Company. We can supply you now, but don't know what we can do ten days from now. Yards, Third street and New Jersey avenue. Phone Fairfax 1923. Call us. REMAINS INTERRED HERE Mr. H. L. Mobily, who was called to Chicago Monday, November 7, on account of the illness of his brother, found he had passed away on the afternoon he left here at 2 p. m. Mr. Mobily brought the remains here and the funeral was held Saturday, November 12 at Pleasant Green Baptist church. Interment was at West Lawn cemetery. The relatives of the deceased have the sympathy of their many friends in their bereavement. The Kansas City Advocate, November 18, 1921 METROPOLITAN TEMPLE NOTES It was not an easy task to get seats in our auditorium Sunday. Pastor Harrison preached a fervent sermon on "They must wait upon the Lord shall mount up with wings of an eagle, etc." He applied the text practically and spiritually to he phases of life in Christianity; i.e., converts are strong; later, if they keep the faith, they get stronger, and at last, they are strongest and temptations do not worry them very much. Many gave vent to the Spirit. At the close of the serman, some united with the church. Mr. Hughes sang the solo, "The Lord is My Light." Then the large congregation from the auditorium and balcony witnessed the first baptism by Dr. Harrison of several adults. It was impressive as he went down into the water singing. "Where He Leads Me I Will Follow." At night he preached on "The Lord is my Shepherd," and illustrated every thought of that beautiful 23rd Psalm, making it just like an allegory, and many praised God by shouting and "amens." He is great on race pride. He took up a collection of $11 to buy the choir new books by a colored author, and has asked Mrs. M. C. Matthews for her "Mission Poem of Welcome" to send to his state paper to be printed. He praised the choir's singing, but thinks they can improve. The ordinary collection was $106. He is starting on a financial drive for $3,000 to close about January 27, 1922, with his insalla' on and a large church reception afterward. Deacons Johnson, Oliver, Ford, Taylor, Jennings, Hulsey, Thomas and McCombs, etl al., were present. The Mission Circle and the many new church clubs; also, the Sunday school, B. Y. P. U. and Sewing Circle are all doing fine. Come to our church next Sunday, November 20, and hear the Gospel, pure and simple. All are welcome, sinners especially. IN SOCIETY Miss Lois Simms of Phoenix, Arizona, is visiting her sister, Mrs. William Boone, on Freeman avenue. Mr. and Mrs. I. V. Brown had as guests, Rev. and Mrs. E. L. Harrison and family until they movd into their residence at 842 Freeman avenue. Mrs. Janette Green-Ward and children are visiting at her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Greene at 934 Washington boulevard while here from their home in Colorado. Mrs. Scott, of New Albany, Ind., is visiting her son and his wife on Freeman avenue, between Eighth and Ninth streets. Rev. Moses Williams is in New Orleans visiting. Mrs. Mary Dilbrt left Wednesday to make her home in Los Angeles, Cal. She sold her home to Mr. Horton and purchased one in California. In the District Court of Wyardotte County, Kansas. Ella Lewis, Plaintiff, vs. Richard Lewis, Defendant. No. 17,045-A. State of Kansas, Wyandotte County, ss: To the above named defendant, Richard Lewis, Greeting: Richard Lewis, Greeting. Said defendant, Richard Lewis, will take notice that he has been sued for a divorce, in the above entitled court and action, by said plaintiff, Ella Lewis, on the grounds of abandonment and extreme cruelty as disclosed by the facts alleged in plaintiff's petition on file in said action, and that he must answer said petition on or before the 17th day of December, A. D., 1921, or said petition and the allegations thereof will be taken as true and a judgment or decree for plaintiff, adjudging and decreeing a divorce to her from you, and restoring plaintiff's maiden name, Ella Ramsey, upon the above mentioned grounds, will be rendered in said action accordingly. D E. HENDERSON, Attorney for Plaintiff. Attest: R. J. McFarland, Clerk of *e District Court, by C. W. Ficeke Deputy. (First published Nov. 4, 1931.) CITIZENS' FORUM The Forum had what was termed by some the best program this season. Also one of the largest audiences. President Curry presided, and Miss T. Smothers and Miss Mickey had charge of the program. Current events were given by Attorney Jones and Mrs. W. Dwiggins. Clarionet solo by Mr. H. D. Massey of Kansas City, Mo., was fine and was encored. Saxophone solo, by Mrs. Wm. Boone was well executed. Address, "Disarmament," by Mr. W. A. Bailey, was very instructive. He is not opposed to disarmament, and thinks it is a good beginning, but said disarmament will not solve the question. He thinks all nations must get next to the hearts of men and women by religious teaching of "Peace on earth, good will to men," which will bring about harmony and bring the only lasting solution of war. He received an ovation. Prof. Neeiy asked some questions on the address, which brought out more light. Attorney Henderson by motion, extended thanks to the speaker. Clarionet solo, "Sextet from Lucia," by Mr. H. Massey, was highly received. Reading, Miss Lois Simms, encored. Collection was taken by Messrs. T. Davis and Wm. Boone. Critique, by Prof. S. Scruggs, said the program was one of the best of the year. Next Sunday, November 20, Rev. Robert Spencer of Grace Memorial church, will speak. He is a fine speaker, hear him. Delegates to the Interstate Literary at Topeka will be elected. Notes on Forum A young man played an original piano solo. Mr. W. A. Bailey, manager of the Kansan, praised our Forum. All were glad to see Prof. Starnes, Attorney Shackelford, Prof. Buster, Mr. and Mrs. Berry, Mr. and Mrs. Dow, Mrs. Weaver, Mrs. Neely and all visitors and old members of the Forum present. Come November 20, 4 p. m., and every Sunday. 516 Minnesota Avenue Bell, Fairfax 0255, K.C., K. MODERN HOMES 10-acre farm, 4-room house, fruit, $4,300; at $800 caslt. 5-room house, modern except heat, $2,250; at $500 cash. 5-room house, gas and water, $1,800; at $350 cash. 6-room house, modern except heat, $2,600; at $600 cash. Store building, 7-room apartment for living connected. $2,000, at $300 cash; bargain; see this. 4-room, city water, gas, fine; $750, at $150 cash. 10-room, brick duplex, income $30; payments $25.00 per month, including interest. $2500 at $300 cash. 6-room modern, $3000, at 700 cash. 5-room, water, gas; $1800, at $300 cash. Fine vacant lots; bargains. W. R. JOHNSON Res. Fairfax 4106 CARD OF THANKS It is with sincere gratitude in which we extend our thanks to our many kind friends and neighbors, members of the C. M. E. church and its pastor, Stringer Lodge No. 14, Knights of Pythias, Midwest Company No. 2 of the Uniform Rank, the Union Pacific Lyceum society, for their unstinted service and sympathy during the long illness and death of our beloved and devoted husband and father, P. M. Davidson; also for the many beautiful floral tributes and condolences of respect read at the bier. May God's blessings abide with you ever. An appreciation from Lizzie An appreciation from Lizzie Davidson and children. CARD OF THANKS We wish to thank our many friends for their expressions of sympathy and beautiful floral offerings during our bereavement sustained by the loss of our beloved brother.—Samuel Mobiley, Pearl Mobiley, H. L. Mobiley, Mrs. Mary J. Fleming, Mrs. Daisy Smith. ALONG THE LINE OF REASON What's the matter, Uncle Ike. "Now whather you want-er ax me foolishness like dat for, when you knows I aint been no where,—but marchin' up and down de road, in de Civic League, wid a banner and a flag a brand new one, too." Armistice Day was indeed a proud day for the League and it showed itself "In flower." Compliments have come from many, that the deed was well done, and the impression made, was lasting. Many expressed surprise that there was such an organization or so many interested in it, and spoke encouragingly about it. They were not more favorably impressed, than were the members of the League in line, each and every one of which took courage and inspiration to labor for the upbuilding of the League. And to see to it, that it upbuilds the race, and to that end a meeting has been called for Tuesday evening, November 22, at the rooms over the Home Drug Co. At which reports will be heard from the committees which are now out on important matters. As well, also, other important matters discussed and acted upon, among them, will be some action concerning urban league work. There will also be launch da drive for membership in the League. The members of the League, were equally as proud of the showing made by the Race as a whole, on Armistice Day, as they were of their individual portion. There was the Western University, which made a grand and worthy display, and not less worthy was that made by the Knights of Pythias, as well also, that mighty throng which moves and maintains the world--Labor--was in line in all of her "Majesty," and there were others still, the A. M. E. Church, along with "Sweet Charity," Douglass Hospital, and others. And the cause for which we stood, was worthy of all our effort, for it was the Eve of that and never-to-be-forgotten day, upon which was inaugurated, The Social Revolution. The day upon which men undertook to build a civilization, in which force and violence would not be the active principle. All hail the day. YOUR UNCLE IKE. CARD OF THANKS We desire to thank our friends and neighbors for their kindness and sympathy during the illness and death of our dearly beloved mother, Mrs. Florence Ford. We also want to thank Rev. J. F. Griffin for his service and kind words of condolence; also The Advocate for the words of comfort, spoken through its columns and to those for the beautiful floral offerings.—Ruby Spencer-Brooks daughter; Harry Spencer, son. JOURNAL ENTRY JOURNAL ENTRY In the District Court of Wyandotte County, Kansas, 2nd Division. Georgia Mitchell, Willi Handcock, Ida Cowan, Wilburn Handcock and Mary Valentine, Plaintiff, vs. Ida Handcock, Albert Johnson and Ida May Johnson, his wife; R. B. Abernathy and Fannie Abernathy, his wife; Mary Lou White and — White, her husband, Defendant. No. 15218-A. To R. B. Abernathy and Fannie Abernathy, his wife; Mary Lou White and — White, her. husband. You are hereby notified that you have been sued in the District Court of Wyandotte County, Kansas, by Georgia Mitchell, Willie Handcock, Ida Cowan Wilburn Handcock and Mary Valentine, plaintiffs herein, and that the petition in said action was filed on the 20th day of January, 1921, in said court and that you and each of you are required to answer the petition of plaintiffs filed in the office of the Clerk of the District Court of Wyandotte County, Kansas on or before the 2nd day of December, A. D., 1921, or said petition will be taken as true and judgment will be rendered against you in favor of plaintiffs setting aside a deed made by one Samuel Handcock partitioning said property and quieting the title of plaintiffs to Lot 13 in Block 9, Parfield's Place, an addition in Kansas City, Kansas, as shown by the recorded plat thereof, with all the appurtenances thereto belonging, and forever excluding you and each of you from asserting any claim to, lien upon, or interest in said property adverse to plaintiffs, and that plaintiffs he entitled to a further judgment quieting the title to said premises. DORSEY GREEN. Attorney for, Plaintiffs. (First published Oct. 21, 1921) Kansas City, Kansas: F. & A. A. York Masons DIRECTORY of the Most Worshipful King Solomon's Grand Lodge, F. & A. A. York Masons, for the Jurisdiction of Kansas, Nebraska Iowa and So Dakota: Rev. J. A. Broadnax, W. M. G. M., 2235 Ruby Avenue, Tel. Argt. 1001, Kansas City, Kansas. Dr. J. Franklin Wilson, D. G. M., Kansas City, Kansas. Albert Williams, G. S. W., Sioux City, Iowa. Miles L. Newlin, G. J. W., Sioux Falls, So. Dak. Clyde L. Briggs, G. See., 612 T. strait, Atchison, Kansas. J. W. Wilson, G. Treas., Kansas City, Kansas. C. J. Coleman, G. Lecturer, Topeka, Kansas. A. White, G. S. Dea., Atchison, Kansas. Chas. Gordon, G. J. Dea., Omaha, Neb. Dr. D. W. Gooden, G. Med. Ex. 2211 Cuming St., Omaha, Neb. Underwood Gaines, G. S. S., Junction City, Kansas. Chas. Lee, G. J. S., Leavenworth, Kansas. T. A. Mozee, G. S. B., Quindaro, Kansas. M. Anderson, G. S. B., Ellsworth, Kansas. Rev. James Reeves, G. Chaplain, Eldorado, Kansas. C. J. Goode, G. Marshal, Omaha, Neb. Wm. Cavens, G. P., Manhattan, Kansas. York Masons St. John Lodge No. 9, F. & A. A- York Masons, meets the first and third Tuesday evenings of each month at Ninth street and Everett avenue, 8 p. m. Visitors always are welcome. DR. J. FRANKLIN WILSON, W.M. 1403 North Tenth Street. CLARENCE HICKMAN, Secretary, 1517 Lydia, Kansas City, Mo. Frank Wilson Lodge No.88 F. and A. A. York Masons meet the First and Third Saturday evenings of each month at 8 p. m., Ninth and Everett avenue. Vsitors ever welcome. S. H. MADISON, W. M. 1336 Barnett Avenue, T. A. MOZEE, Ecretary. R. F. D. No. 3. EUREKA LODGE NO 21. Y. A. A. Y. M. Meets second and fourth Thursdays or each month. Knights of Tabor Hall, Ninth and Everett. All visiting brothers in good standing invited. R. T. TAYLOR, W. M. W. D. McQUAY, Sec. PROGRESS LODGE NO. 90 Meeting nights first and third Tuesday night of each month, 8 P.M. Ninth street and Everett avenue. Knights of Tabor Hall. Visitors welcome. C. A. GRANT, W.M., 1051 Oakland Avenue, Phone Fairfax 2901. CHAS. BUTLER, SEC., 342 Greeley Avenue. Keystone Lodge No. 42 .... Meets first and third Monday nights in each month at 4923 South 25th street at 7:30. C. J. Goode, W. M., 2503 P. St.; D. V. Smith, secretary, 2121 Seward stree. SUBSCRIBER FOR THE ADVOCATE THE LEADING RACE PAPER Small Loans WEEKLY- PAYMENTS LIBERTY BONDS BOUGHT AND SOLD Credit Investment Co. Room 208. Wyandotte Building Fifth and Minnesota Avenue Drexel 117 Home Call Fair- fax 380 Or 4422 Mr. and Mrs. S. and W. are in the city. I want you to meet them: (Continued from First Page) high school there,' Prof. E. A. Kemp. He had a big house all alone, his wife having left him last July for her eternal rest. I had two rooms, and enjoyed it very much. Prof. Kemp is one of the leading educators in Texas, and he is doing a great big work for his people here. I visited the school each day and studied the work, and you will believe me when I tell you he is doing something. I was glad to have the pleasure of shaking hands with that leader of men, Bishop William Decker Johnson, of Plains, Ga., and a noted man—a man who is doing more in Texas than any other Bishop since the days of Bishop Abram Grant. He is loved by the men—in fact all the people down here love him, and he has made thousands of friends among the best thinking white people, and for this reason he is able to put on a greater program for our people. He is accompanied by his wife, who is an inspiration to higher womanhood. The conference which is composed of strong men, had the addresses of welcome Tuesday night, and as the Bishop was tired and not well, he asked me to represent him at the meeting, and I went back, put on all of my Sunday-go to-meeting clothes, and looked like a Lord. I was a something, and made just the kind of speech that I thought the Bishop would have made had he been present. I was present and I heard the address, and he was there taking his rest. I had the pleasure of meeting some of the men who will go before the church for honors in 1924, and some one will be left and some one may be elected. Now there are strong men like Dr. E. J. Howard. Dr. P. C. Hunt, Dr. H. A. Carr, Dr. J. S. Butler, Dr. G. B. Young. They are aspiring for the episcopacy, and are able men. Dr. S. J. Johnson, presiding elder, and one of the best men I know of in Texas will be before the church for the place of Church Extension, and he will get some votes, and if you don't watch if Dr. Watson should retire, Dr. Johnson will be his successor, and it would be a fine choice. It would pay you to vote for such an able man. I will tell you about the Bishop timber later, and will let you know in due time my choice. They are good men. Well, I enjoyed the conference to the highest and had the pleasure of meeting some of the leaders, I don't know as you know Prof. Nash. He is the representative of the United States Government. He is a farm demonstrator. I am told that he is one of the finest in the country, and has an eye for business. He has a fine two-story home right out in the country with his own water system, bath, 80 acres of land, plenty cows, hogs, pigs and everything else. He is fixed for living, believe me, honey. From there I came on to this city, where I am today, and I am delighted to have the pleasure of dropping into it. Prof. McCoy is the business manager of the Madame Franklin School of Beauty Culture and Manufacturing Co., and one of the busiest men in the country. He is an embodiment of culture, courtesy and friendship, and the people in this section of the country are just flocking to the Madame Franklin system because of its wonderful I think I have told you about Madame N. A. Franklin-McCoy, before, yet it would not be out of place to say a word about her now, for she is the example of all that is implied in her school's name "Beauty," and she is cultured, educated, and is found in her laboratory studying, trying to think out something that will help and bless humanity. Already she has placed on the market eleven articles and all useful, and the people are getting hold of them. I have just placed my order for one of them, "The Mme. N. A. Franklin's Skin and Shampoo Soap." It is some soap, believe me, and I am going to use it from now on. It is prepared especially for the soap and skin, and it softens the skin and something else. This young woman, like, all of our girls, started from the humble home. Her biggest stock was faith in herself and a deter - COME UP - Where Prices Are Down C. E. 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She was not discouraged, but pushed on, until she finished school, and then, instead of going into the school room, she declared that she was going to make places for others. Then the study of the beauty culture business. She studied on the best in the nation, and then with what she had from them she placed her own knowledge and as the result we have one of the cream in the profesion. She is giving employment to about a thousand people, and is spreading all over the United States. I like to hold up these examples that our girls may profit thereby. Stop complaining and invent something. Put your brains to work. They will work if you only prepare them for work. Now here is this woman who has something and who is still getting something. Her husband, the business manager, comes from the bottoms of Mississippi, but he took time to get an education before he left them bottoms. He got the hayseed out of his head, and everywhere he is regarded as a man. I am here for a few days, and next week I am going to attend the Baptist State convention near that hot plac, the place where it is so close to the devil's home that the water comes out of he ground hot—Hot Springs. I am also oging to have something to say about Mrs. H. A. Carr and others. God bless you. J. O. MIDNIGHT. DR. HARRISON ILL We regret very much to chronicle the illness of the Reverend Mr. E. L. Harrison, the new pastor of Metropolitan Baptist church. Rev. Harrison was taken ill Monday night, and it was found by Dr. Blount, his physician, that it would be necessary for him to go to a hospital. He was taken to Wheatley hospital, where he was operated upon for appendicitis Tuesday night. It was not found to be serious. It is hoped by the doctor's many new friends and his congregation that his recovery will be rapid. Rev. R. S. Everett, of Ottawa, Kansas, attended the big function of the York Masons Tuesday night. The Kansas City Advocate, November 18, 1921 METROPOLITAN MISSION RECEPTION The Metropolitan Mission Circle gave the first reception to their church's new pastor and family at the home of Rev. and Mrs. Battles on Nebraska avenue. Some of the features of their nice program was remarks by Dr. W. A. Bowren, Dr. D. A. Holmes, Rev. A. Rbyston, Rev. Battles and Usher Dow. Mrs. Battles, the president, announced the program, Mrs. Ira Jones gave a reading, Mrs. D. A. Holmes sang and was encored, and Mrs. M. C. Matthews gave an original welcome poem, which was highly commended and Pastor Harrison asked for a copy to send to his state paper to be printed. Fine refreshments were served and all were delighted. A round surprise party was given for Dr. and Mrs. Harrison at Mr. and Mrs. I. V. Bown's fine home. Nearly 100 were present and an auto full of groceries was presented. Mesdames Ira Jones Thompson and others took the lead. Mrs. M. C. Matthews presented a pound of sugar as the widow's mite, with the following epigram: funny. I have tried with all my might But found just enough money To bring the widow's mite. Accept this little token And may its sweetness give The sweetest lives unbroken As long as you shall live. The drug company at Tenth street and Washington boulevard gave $3 in trade to the pound suprise. Mr. Miles gave $1 and many other business and private people sent things to Metropolitan's new pastor. Mrs. Lillian Perkins and Mrs. Bessie Bradshaw of Topeka attended the funeral of Mr. P. M. Davidson. Mrs. Perkins being a sister-in-law of Mrs. Davidson. ORDERS SOLICITED FANCY GROCERIES AND MEATS 1317 N. 10th St., K. C., K. Phone Fifield 0713W Call us at any time. Prompt Delivery. CHURCH NEWS Fremont, Nebraska, Dedication of St. James A. M. E. Church The pastor, Rev. J. W. Stapleton, and his trustees of St. James A. M. E. church met Rev. J. A. Broadnax, Grand Master, and the lodge members at the door and turn the key of the church over to them. The Grand Master, Rev. J. A. Broadnax of Kansas, Nebraska, Iowa, South Dakota, Colorado and Wyoming dedicated St. James A. M. E. church of Freemont, Neb., under the auspices of Keystone Lodge No. 42, St. Luke No. 44, St. John No. 16, of F. A. A. Y. Masons and Neoma Court No. 12, Mary Magdalene Court No. 14, of the Heroines of Jericho, of Omaha, Neb., singing. "I Am Drinking at the Fountain." Prayer by Rev. A. Rayford, "Come represent nature. Unto us this corn is scattered. Go out and sow the seed of kindness and it will come back to you again. Wine. This wine represents the blood of Jesus Christ, who came into the midst of 'rouble and of wars and gave a life that we might have everlasting life. J. W. STAPLETON. Pastor. PUBLICATOIN NOTICE In the District Court of Wyandotte County, Kansas. Frances Morris, Plaintiff, vs. William H. Morris, Defendant. No. 17077. Diy. 1. 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