Kansas City Advocate

Friday, December 16, 1921

Kansas City, Kansas

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KANSAS WHAT HAS THIS YEAR MEANT TO YOU? WAHT HAVE YOU DONE TO MAKE OTHERS HAPPY OR MISERABLE? Volume VIII Temple, Texas.—The year is about to close, and Christmas is just over the fence. Before you can read by letter and digest it good you will mail me a Christmas present to 5922 Aberdeen street, Chicago, and I will be looking at it, and then I will look back over the past year and see what there is in store for me, and what I may expect of the future. I spoke of the future, and that is not mine, for I may be called on at any time to join those of my friends who have gone on ahead of me to prepare the way, and will be waiting to receive me when I cross over. There are many friends who have gone on ahead of me. Some have gone by the natural way, and others have been forced to go by bullets and other ways. What has this year meant to you? How many conflicts have you had? What have you done to make others happy? What have you said to make some one miserable? Have you added any to the happiness of your fellow being? Have you cussed any? Have you prayed any? When you were insulted by some one, or your tender feelings tramped on, what did you say? Were you strong enough to look up and say "Father forgive them, they know not what they do?" Did you look hades, damn, fires and all them other kindred cuss words? What I ask you I am asking myself I have that old-time religion and we have gotten along well together. I have not given it any trouble and it has not given me any. At times when I have read of the burning of human beings at the stake, the shooting down of men, and all because they were born on the dark of the moon and got a good deal of the dark good mixed in them, and then when I have heard members of my race, and some of the way-ups too, calling each other "niggers." I just had to say some few things which were not in keeping with what you learned in Sunday school, or what the preacher would repeat from the pulpit, but immediately I have sought forgiveness, and I think the Lord heard my prayers, so that if I should be snatched away now, I would be ripe for the kingdom. It is almost enough to make an angel "cuss" to see how some men take unto themselves superiority, and they haven't sense enough to get out of the rain, and the only thing that they have is a light, muddy skin. God never used skin to make a man, and I wish this one lesson could be learned the world over. There is a man with a white skin, and almost brainless — all his brains would not fill a thimble, yet he boasts of being superior, because of his color. He cries for white supremacy, based on race. The thing that is most needed in America is trained minds—minds tuned in harmony with God, and then there will be no trouble. All will be well. I am willing at all times to take off my hat to the man who can render superior service to humanity. I look upon him as my superior. God knows I am telling the truth. I have spend several weeks with the superior man, and the superior woman, because of the service they are rendering. I have been with Bishop and Mrs. William Decker Johnson, and they have furnished me with much inspiration and joy. They have made me see more beauty in this flower garden of ours, this race. They have walked together for thirty years and declare that they are not tired yet. He has started from the gutter, so to speak, and step by step, he has gone to the top, until now he is right on top. Each step, he has been willing to pay the cost. He has been a student, not in any university or college, but he has kept company with the greatest men and women this world has ever known. He has made the best thinkers his companions by day and night. Bishop Johnson put himself where God could find him, and where God could use him. As sexton, he was the best, as ex- (Concluded on Page Eight) -SUBSCRIPTION PRICE TWELVE MONTHS, $1.50 COL. CHAS. SLAUGHTER Some twenty-two years ago, one who was much younger in years, that he is today, came to Kansas City, Kansas, from our neighboring state, Missouri, and the town of Liberty, County of Clay, Mr. Charles Slaughter. Mr. Slaughter, born with commercial aspirations and having a small taste of it in his home town, he immediately launched into business in this city, locating practically in the same place where he now is, 1315 North Ninth street, known far and near, as Slaughter's Place. In starting his business of which was confectionery, ice cream parlor and a few notions, was quite small, owing to his capital, but time, with close business tact, soon found Mr. Slaughter widening out and few more years found Slaughter's Place a commodious structure, with his sole owner. Next we find this once small confectioner putting in an ice cream plant of his own, and instead of buying his ice cream or making it in small batches to retail out over his tables, he becomes a wholesaler and for many years has been the only wholesaler of the race in the city. His cream is used all over the city and during the summer season shipments are made out of the city to some distance. The Slaughter building, in which his now large and beautiful store is located in, his ice cream plant, with a hall on the second floor, which is occupied nearly night and day, makes it a very valuable piece of real estate, besides the location is the best on this street, it being right opposite the Sumner High school and the Douglass graded school, which is the largest in point of attendance in the city. Colonel Slaughter, as he is familiarly known, he being quite a fraternal man and a member of the Uniform Rank of Knights of Pythias, being on the Brigadier General's staff of the State, as his Assistant Adjutant General, he is always a conspicuous character at all Supreme Encampments. Colonel Slaughter has plenty of civic pride and is always found to be ready to assist and take hold of anything that is for the uplift of the race and the betterment of the city. He has been president of the Children's Orphan Home for several years and he with his board of directors are planning to build a new home next year. We did not mention of the many other valuable pieces of real estate Mr. Slaughter owned—outside of the place of his business building—in this one block and around in the next block. he can point to his holdings. Mr. Slaughter has a bright, intelligent business wife, who is thoroughly conversant with the business and exceedingly courteous in serving the public. Mrs. Slaughter is greatly missed when having to be out of the store. The race and community at large, look upon Mr. Slaughter and can point to him, with pride, as one of our successful business men and worthy citizens. BRONCHIAL ASTHMA CURED Bronchial Asthma. Hay Fever, Catarrh and Goitre. It will be to your advantage to write to George Gwatkin & Co., 1516 Oak St., Kansas City, Mo. CITY J. A. BROADNAX Grand Master of King Solomon Grand Lodge M. B. met all claims, that have come before uk, proper; $4,250 have been paid. We have 2,148 Masters; 956 Ladies of the Heroines. We endeavor to impress upon the mind of mankind, wise and serious truths of concerning his duty to God and Man. It pains us so much, to think so little regard their obligations. We have many ministers of the Gospel who stand for the rights of all mankind, and are members of this Masonic Fraternity; the Right Rev. Drs. McNeal, J. F. Griffin, R. S. Evertt; Dr. Lane, W. M. Martin, Rev. Jas. Reeves. These are only a few we can mention at this time. Dr. N. S. Jenkens, Dr. Patton, Gooden, J. F. Wilson, D. G. M., Dr. Lemma, G. L. Druggists, editors and ladies of high standing and refinement, teachers of education, leaders of men, G. L. officers. Sir McRag, D. D. G. M., P. Rickman, Underwood Gaines, D. D. G. M., and others, all good men; Clyde L. Briggs, G. See., is one of our leading highrs; Dr. J. F. Wilson, D. G., Master and W. M., of St. John lodge with 300 members, is a live wire; Rev. M. W. Dickison, G. Joshua is to M. B. Secretary of Paseo Y.M.C.A. who is bringing things to a higher order. Bishop H. B. Parks of Chicago, was in the two Kansos Cities and at Western University this week, looking after the interest of the church and school. The bishop is a hard worker in building up the church and education. An Advocate subscription will make a good Xmas present. (National Compact) Prince Hall Origin, in and for the State of Kansas and its Jurisdiction on Continent of North America J. W. WILSON Grand Treasurer of King Solomon Grand Lodge The Grand Master of the above name G. L., sends greetings to the Crafts, all Masters, Wardens, and Brothers; and M. A. G. M., Matrons of the Courts, of the Heroines of Jericho, Master Masons Daughters, True Kinsmans: We are nearing the end of another year; under the watchful eye and guiding hand of Him, in whom we as Masons trust, have carefully gone over and surveyed the field in which the Craft has labored for the last Masonic year. We find that the Craft has behaved very well; and in every way to be prosperous, and on the upward march. There is more enthusiasm, greater determination, to do more and deeper confidence in the ultimate results of the Craft. Therefore, we are glad to commend the Craft to you as a whole as being in a fervent spirit to do more. We are indeed glad to report that the Craft is being strengthened morally, religiously, temperately, financially and otherwise. The death angel has knocked at many of our Craftmen's door in the last twelve months. We have LAWYER DORSEY GREEN One of Kansas City's prominent ard successful barristers, with a fine office at 516 Minne- FURNITURE FOR SALE Three rockers, 2 sitting chairs, 1 dining room table, 2 side tables, 1 kitchen cabinet, 1 oil cook stove, 3 oil heaters, 1 combination range, 1 dresser, and wash stand, 1 refrigerator, 1 bed complete, bath tub and porch swing. Call at 1601 N. 8th St., K.C., K. H. SHORTER HALL, WIN SITY, IS SCENE OF DEFECCTIVE From the Grand East of the Most Worshipful King Solomon's Grand Lodge of F. & A. A. York Masons. Most Worful King o m o n's Lodge 810 LUCKY NUMBER— KNIGHTS OF PYTHIAS GIVE TON OF COAL THE MAYOR OF BROOKLYN CLYDE L. BRIGGS Secretary of King Solomon Grand Lodge CLYDE L. BRIGGS Grand Secretary of King Solomon Grand Lodge G. A. GREGG ADVOCATE SHORTER HALL, WILBERFORCE UNIVERSITY, IS SCENE OF DISASTROUS FIRE DEFECCTIVE WIRING CAUSE THOMAS KENNEDY EDITOR AND PUBLISHER HEAR Bishop S. C. Parridge, at Forum Sunday. Subject: "Christianity in Japan." The lucky number for one ton of coal, given away Thursday evening, December 14, by the Knights of Pythias Building Club, No. 7, of Stringer Lodge No. 14, was 810, held by W. R. Johnson, 3945 White avenue, Kansas City, Mo. be depended upon; J. W. Wilson, our Grand Treasurer is a great booster; money is safe in his hands; Dr. Jenkens, National Dr. D. G. M., and G. M., of the state Mo. Why, these lodges succeed because they love the Institution; not in it for cents and dollars. The Father of our country was a York Rite Mason and died a York Mason; it was he who laid the cornerstone of the Capitol of our Great Republic. Let right living be your Eternal Vision, my dear Brothers and Saintly Sisters. Prince Hall yet lives and I say to you, and all Masons, you must not forget our duty to God and attend our Churches more; the Churches are your best true and tried friend; men who care not for the Church, is unfit to be a Mason; you can attend once a Sunday, at least. Subseribe for the Advocate; it is a clean paper and our Editor is a high Churchman. You must cease so much business at your halls on a Sunday; it is a disgrace to God and mankind. To Mrs. Dovie Commings, G. Matron; and all Courts, wishing you a Merry Christmas. J. A. BROADNAX, G. M. DR. W. M. BLOUNT Physician & Surgeon FAIRFAX 1258 Residence 402 Lafayette Ave Office, 428 Minnesota Ave. HEAR Bishop S. C. Parridge, at Forum Sunday. Subject: "Christianity in Japan." The many friends of Dr. E. L. Harrison are pleased to see him regaining his normal strength again. Number 18.2 Wilberforce, O., Dec. 14. (Special to Advocate) (Special to Advocate) Shorter Hall at Wilberforce University, around which center the beginnings of the Negro race in its strivings for educational advantages; and hopes of the race for better things and out from whose walls have gone so many of the men and women who have done and are doing so much in a worthwhile way for the establishment of the Negro as a very vital force in the affairs of the Nation, was completely destroyed by fire, Wednesday night, December 7th. From an investigation on the part of the authorities at the University, and also on the part of the State Fire Marshal's Office it appears that the fire must have started from defective wiring in the attic of the north wing of the building. The fire was discovered by students who were returning to the building from the weekly prayer service which was conducted at Galloway Hall, at the other side of the campus. President J. A. Gregg, who conducted the prayer meeting, and Secretary Jenkins, who lives directly across from the building, were the first officials in the building after the alarm was sounded. They directed the few boys who were already striving to put out the fire. They were soon joined by Superintendent Berry, Bishop J. H. Jones, Dean Jones, W. A. Anderson and other members of the faculty and friends from the neighborhood. Had there been adequate fire fighting apparatus at hand the building might have been saved. Appeals for help were sent to nearby towns but none would respond, and the authorities at Xenia, the nearest town, when called upon, refused to come. Everything possible was done to save the building, and when it finally became certain that it was doomed, the boys were directed to save whatever they could. Very little was salvaged, however, which left a total loss of several thousand dollars, and two hundred boys without homes, and many of them without clothing. Superintendent Berry and Dean Woodson very generously threw open the doors of their departments and a committee called by President Gregg, including Bishop Jones and the heads of departments, was able to plan on the housing of students and the care of the College Department, whose class rooms were on the first floor of Shorter. Mr. H. E. Schmidt of Xenia, was instrumental in getting Governor Davis to send one hundred cots and two hundred blankets to President Gregg. to be distributed to the young men whose bedding was lost in the conflagration. The local Red Cross unit, under Miss Schaeffer has offered aid, and the people generally are doing all possible to care for the wants of the young men. President Gregg and Dean Jones, together with the office forces of both the University and C. N. & I. Departments have been busy in placing the boys in comfortable homes. At the Chapel exercises the next morning. President Gregg spoke feelingly of the great loss, and called upon the faculty and students to show fortitude and bravery in the face of the fearful disaster. Bishop Jones assured the faculty and students that the loss although staggering, was not altogether discouraging and that steps would be taken to immediately rebuild and take care of the situation. Miss Hallie Q. Brown spoke touchingly on the passing of Shorter Hall, which meant so much in the hopes and aspirations of men and women scattered throughout the world. Chaplain Stewart offered the first one hundred dollars toward the rebuilding of the edifice, and he was quickly followed by a promise of five hundred dollars from Bishop Jones, a hundred dollars each from President Gregg and Dean Jones, and Miss Hallie Q. Brown, who went to England and secured over fifteen thousand dollars on Emery Hall, promised to raise one thousand dollars toward the fund. All members of the faculty have (Concluded on Page Eight) --- 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. The Advocate is a weekly journal devoted to Race Progress and Human Uplift. Have your news in our office not later than Tuesday of each week to insurance publication. MEMBER NATIONAL NEGRO PRESS ASSOCIATION. SHORTER HALL BURNS We regretted very much to receive a message from our alma mater, Wilberforce University, Ohio, that its main and oldest building, Shorter Hall, was destroyed by fire last Wednesday night, December, the 7th. This is the second building to be destroyed by fire on this same site—the other one burned, during the Presidency of Bishop Daniel A. Payne and it occured on the night that President Lincoln was assassinated. Plans have already been laid, by President J. A. Gregg and the presiding bishop, Dr. Joshua Jones, for the erection of a greater and grander Shorter Hall. We feel sure, with the great men and noble women, at and around Wilberforce, with their zeal and christian fortitude, its alumnus with its multitude of friends, will not rest until this sacred spot of ground, will have erected upon it for the third time, a building of greater magnitude and usefulness. We can unreservedly speak for the Wilberforcians in the West of doing their bit in being a part, and good part, in now, where ashes and crumbled brick walls stand tottering to the sightly gaze of its faculty and student body, in the erection of dear old Shurter Hall. You know our sympathy and prayers are with you, but money, is what is most needed now. GROSSMAN'S DRY GOODS COMPANY The Grossman Dry Goods Company at 638-640 Minnesota avenue, probably carry the largest stock and highest quality of goods of any like merchant in Kansas City, Kansas. This store has but a small few who enter the store and go away dissatisfied. This store has two things that will always bring a customer back—the first one is, quality, the second is service. Both of these fundamentals are found in the Grossman Dry Goods Company. As to their Christmas stock, Mr. Grossman says: "We have the largest and most complete stock for the holiday trade, we ever had in our house, besides we bought in such quantities that we are able to sell much cheaper than we have for some years." As this store's watchword is "Meet Me at Grossman's" it is certainly being carried out, as one can see hundreds meeting there daily for their Christmas shopping. HEAR Bishop S. C. Parpridge, at Forum Sunday. Subject: "Christianity in Japan." ONE ENTERPRISE ON THIRD STREET WHERE RACE RECEIVE NOTHING IN RETURN. In speaking of the various business race enterprises on Third street and the money they are spending daily, in these places and of which they are receiving value receive, besides their money remains in circulation among the race—there is one enterprise on this street whose doors are open seven days and seven nights in the week, with an enormous in- 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. 5:00 P.M., Junior Allen League. 6:00 P.M., Senior Allen League. 7:30 P.M., preaching. WEEKLY SERVICES. Official Board, 2nd and 4th 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 pleasant, beautiful Sabbath of the 11th inst, brought out a large concourse of members and church goers to First, church. While it was quarterly meeting occasion, the large gathering was not unusual for Sunday morning service. The presiding elder, Rev. A. C. Terrell delivered a sermon of unusual power—one penitent heart coming into the fold. At 3 p. m. Rev. B. G. Dawson, the strong and popular pastor of Bethel church, Kansas City, Mo., preached the communion sermon, which reached the souls of his appreciative audience. Dr. Dawson is a wonderful preacher and has but few equals in the pulpit. His most singiest choir accompanied their pastor and rendered the music, of which lifted all present. The presiding elder filled the pulpit at the evening service with fresh vigor and with a sermon of even greater power than in the morning—with others joining the church. Quarterly conference was held Monday night, Dr. Terrell presiding. The reports for the quarter were the largest since the coming of the church's great leader, Rev. J. F. Griffin. The reports read from most every department of the church, spoke of the great leadership and Christian character of Doctor Griffin and how thankful they were of his return to us; also the return of the presiding elder, Dr.Terrell, were commended. The Junior Allen League made their first report since its organization, of which showed an excellent work had been done by the coming church. The Sabbath school was largely attended Sunday and many new scholars were reported in the report of classes. The Junior Missionary society's report, at the quarterly conference, was very good. The pastor will continue his series of sermons this Sunday, closing them the last Sabbath in this month. Come out and hear the balance of these grand sermons. Argentine, Kansas St. Paul A. M. E. church, Kansas City, Kans. 2325 Ruby avenue. J. A. Breadnax, 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. ST. LUKE A. M. E. CHURCH 12th & Ann Ave. (J. M. Watts, Pastor) Services: Preaching, 11 a. m. and 8 p.m. Sunday school, 2:30 p. m. A. C. L. E., 6:30 to 7:30 o. m. Official Board meeting, Monday, 8 p.m. Class meeting, Tuesday, 7:30 p. m. Prayer meeting, Thursday, 7:30 p. m. All are cordially invited to attend these services. come daily and exclusively from the pockets of the colored people, leaves nothing on this street among the colored people and but little of their money, even in Kansas City, Kan. That place is the Princess Theater, Third street and Parallel avenue. This movie is owned and operated by a white man. It was put up by white labor from its foundation to its completion and the Negroes of this city are pouring in the pockets of this white man thousands of dollars weekly and they receive not in return enough to pay a decent night's lodging. About the time this movie was on foot to be built, a colored man of Kansas City, Kansas—not of Missouri—had, as he supposed, The Kansas City Advocate, December 16, 1921 everything ready to build a picture house on North Fifth street, when all at once he was told that no permit could be issued to him to erect a house of this kind—but with hundreds of the best and leading citizens in this community, where this theatre is being run, signed petitions against the permission of a building permit. It was granted built and has been paid for time and again by the colored people of the city. Just sit down around your fireside and talk it over. THE CITIZEN AND THE COMMUNITY. We are living in an age of opportunities, and it should be the aim of every well thinking person to live in such a way as to raise the standard of citizenship in the community in which they live. There are many of our group that are not rising up to meet the opportunities that come to them daily, which after they have once passed, can never be recalled. It is a sad thing to think tomorrow, of what we might have done yesterday; so let us be awake to the possibilities of today's task, and do well the things that fall to our lot for accomplishment. The community life is made better or worse, according to the constructive effort that we put into it, or the things that we might do to lower the standard. The progressive citizen will work first, to raise the standard of Christianity in the home, by the proper observance of the prescribed laws of our Heavenly Father; he will faithfully and willingly work to the end to make the support of a live church possible. He will use his influence to the end that an adequate school system be built up that will meet the needs of the community. He will encourage every movement that is a stimulus to progress. One of the most serious shortcomings of our group, is the failure to interpret as we should, race loyalty. But loyalty, to accomplish what it ought, must be reciprocal; while we must patronize business enterprise of the race, to build up our people, we have come to the place now where the man on the business end must give the same service as the other fellow if he wants the trade. We have progressed now to the point where we pay enough taxes to have occasional representation through the elective franchise, and there is no reason why in each county we should not have members of our group in elective positions. Our government is not, as a great many think, "without consent," as applied to our group, but the greatest fault is within ourselves. In many instances where those of our group have failed in the nomination and election to office, it has been because members of the race have withheld their strength. It is possible for us to accomplish the same as other people, but it can only be done by pooling our strength in a way that will make things count. We must consider these matters, and as the time comes to hand, let us as a people looking forward to the progress of better things bring the right man to the front. This matter of success of any people is to be found in that "other commandment" that our Lord spoke of, "that thou shall love thy neighbor as thyself," which is only another meaning that we shall labor to put into our lives the best at all times.—Dennis S. Thompson. Houses For Rent—9-room house, half modern; 6-room house, strictly modern. Both close to two car lines. Call Fairfax 0767. 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. DR. W. H. MEADOWS Examinations, Free. 430 Haskell Kansas City, Kan. Y.M.C.A. PASEO-YOUNG MEN'S ASSOCIATION OF HOLY The membership is continually on now is 615. An active committee is vership 1000. It only takes a few o Be one of the number. Make a friend, in fact every man and boy of vership in Paseo Young Men's Chri city. A whole year! A year of po social development. Building Made new from top to bottom. 10 beds. Nine beds are available for engemnts now. Cafe A fine, roomy, splendidly lighted cafe shares a day except Sunday, when bro prices are in the reach of all. Gymnas VoVlley Ball, Indoor Baseball, H many different exercises await you and a swimming pool that will be u Libra One of the cosiest reading room your service. BO-YOUNG MEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION OF KANSAS CO orship is continually on the increase. An active committee is now out to man. It only takes a few days to do that. In the number. Make yourself, your l every man and boy of the home a pres eo Young Men's Christian Association year! A year of physical, spiritual ent. PASEO-YOUNG MEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION OF KANSAS CITY The membership is continually on the increase. The number now is 615. An active committee is now out to make the membership 1000. It only takes a few days to do that. Be one of the number. Make yourself, your husband, your friend, in fact every man and boy of the home a present of a membership in Paseo Young Men's Christian Association of Kansas City. A whole year! A year of physical, spiritual, mental and social development. Building from top to bottom. Forty-five dorm beds are available for permanent rent. Cafe day, splendidly lighted dining room awaits Sunday, when breakfast and dinner are reach of all. Gymnasium ball, Indoor Baseball, Basket Ball and exercises await your coming. Fine pool that will be used all winter. Library the cosiest reading rooms to be found o Made new from top to bottom. Forty-five dormitory rooms, 90 beds. Nine beds are available for permanent rental. Make arrangement now. Cafe A fine, roomy, splendidly lighted dining room awaits you three times a day except Sunday, when breakfast and dinner are served. Prices are in the reach of all. Gymnasium VoVlley Ball, Indoor Baseball, Basket Ball and apparatus for many different exercises await your coming. Fine shower baths and a swimming pool that will be used all winter. Library One of the cosiest reading rooms to be found or desired is at your service. SAMUEL DIGGS THE OLD RELIABLE SQUARE DEALING AND HOUR TIME Pays the Highest cash price for bottles, bones, copper, b everything in the Place of Business—1006-10 FAIRFAX 3577 BBell Clifton 0838—OFFICE PH Office Hours—1 DR. M. G. B. Diseases and S EYE, EAR, NOSE GLASSES FITTED 428 MINNESOTA AVE. THE OLD RELIABLE JUNK DEAL DEALING AND HONEST WEIGHT TIMES Highest cash price for junk at all time tables, bones, copper, brass, lead, zinc everything in the junk line. Of Business—1006-1008 North Third 8577 KANSAS CITY Fleton 0838—OFFICE PHONES—Bell Fairfell Office Hours—1 to 3 P. M. DR. M. G. BROOKINS Diseases and Surgery of E, EAR, NOSE AND THE GLASSES FITTED ACCURATEL NESOTA AVE. KANSAS CITY 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 GLASSES FITTED ACCCURATELY 428 MINNESOTA AVE. KANSAS CITY, KANSAS 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. 9-room brick, modern except heat; fifty feet; close to two car lines. $3,000. Terms. 4-room house, fifty feet; good cistern and gas; close to two car lines. $1500. Terms. 5-room house, one acre, three miles from city, $1400 cash. Owner leaving city. 5-room house, city water and gas, $1350... $300 down and terms. Special Bargains 6-room house, modern, oak floors, large reception hall, only $3800; $1000 down, $35 per month, including interest. 5-rom 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. MISS EDNA HAYNES HAIR DRESSER HAIR DRESSER If you want your hair to grow you must have a healthy scalp Treatments for Scalp and its diseases a specialty Will positively grow hair, if instructions are followed Madame C. B. Steele System the Best Call for appointment Fifield 0646-W --- NIN'S CHRISTIAN IN KANSAS CITY on the increase. The number is now out to make the mem- days to do that. Yourself, your husband, your of the home a present of a mem- ristian Association of Kansas physical, spiritual, mental and ing Forty-five dormitory rooms, for permanent rental.. Make ar- e dining room awaits you three breakfast and dinner are served. sium Basket Ball and apparatus for our coming. Fine shower baths used all winter. ary rooms to be found or desired is at E JUNK DEALER HONEST WEIGHT AT ALL JUNKS junk at all times, rags, iron, brass, lead, zinc and the junk line. 2008 North Third Street KANSAS CITY, KANSAS HONES—Bell Fairfax 1258 1 to 3 P. M. BROOKINS Surgery of E AND THHOAT ACCCURATELY KANSAS CITY, KANSAS INTERSTATE LITERARY SOCIETY Meet in Topeka. December 28, 29, 30, 1921 The executive committee of the Interstate Literary Association wishes to thank those who have responded to the annual call for representatives December 28, 29, and 30, at Topeka, Kansas, and to urge those who have not yet responded to do so at once. Let us all unite to make this session a memorable one. Mrs. Myrtle Foster Cook, President: Make yourself and wife a present of a nice home for Xmas. What could be better? Call W. R. Johnson, Fairfax 0255. Dr. F. K. ROGERS, M.D. Physician and Surgeon 1605½ N. TENTH ST. Office Hours: 9 to 12; 2 to 5 P. M. 7 to 9 P. M. FAIRFAX 2850 FAIRFAX 5122 All Work Guaranteed Kassel Jewelry Co. 548 Minnesota Ave. Kansas City Kansas 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. 2325 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 r'alls, So. Dak. Clyde L. Briggs, G. Sea., 612 T street, 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 Masens 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. Vsiters ever welcome. S. H. MADISON, W. M. 1336 Barnett Avenue. T. A. MOZEE, Secretary, R. F. D. No. 3. Meets second and fourth Thursdays or each month. Knights of Tabor Hall, Ninth and Everett. All visiting brothers in good standing invited. PROGRESS LODGE NO. 90 Meets first and third Monday nights in each month at Ninth street and Everett avenue, Knights of Tabor hall. Visitors welcome. Arthur Ballance, W. M. 839 New Jersey Ave. Phone Fairfax 1642. Chas. Gable, Secretary, 833 New Jersey Ave. OMAHA, NEBRASKA 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. --- MINNESOTA AVE. CHRISTMAS STORES KANSAS CITY, KANSAS, U. S. A. MINNESOTA Extraordinary Reduction 1 HEADQUARTERS FOR PLUSH COATS GREATER KANSAS CITY PRICES ON THESE GARMENTS GREATLY REDUCED FOR XMAS BUYERS SILK SEAL PLUSH COATS PRICED FROM $15.00 TO $69.75 Handsomely lined and trimmed with fur Wool Hose, former price $1.50. Special $1.00 Good Quality Lisle Hose. 4 pairs for $1.00 Drop-Seat Sateen Cumfit Knickers $1.95 Beacon Blanket Bath Robes, attractive patterns $1.95 Crepe Kimonas, beautiful designs $2.50 CRANE'S Wool Hose, former price $1.50. Special.....$1.00 Good Quality Lisle Hose. 4 pairs for.....$1.00 Drop-Seat Sateen Cumfit Knickers.....$1.95 Beacon Blanket Bath Robes, attractive patterns.....$1.95 Crepe Kimonas, beautiful designs.....$2.50 WOMEN'S WEAR 622 MINNESOTA AVENUE "YOU CAN ALWAYS DO BETTER AT CRANE'S" W. R. Johnson & Co. "THE MAKERS OF HAPPY HOMES" CALL US CONCERNING HOME OR PROPERTY TO BUY OR SELL Come in and let us show you the many fine Homes We have for Sale MAKE YOURSELF AND WIFE A PRESENT OF A NICE CHISTMAS HOME OFFICE, 516 MINNESOTA AVENUE FAIRFAX 0255 RESIDENCE, FAIRFAX 4106 ROYAL CHRISTMAS CANDY STORE Our Christmas Candies are the Largest and Purest We Have Ever Had and Our Prices the Lowest Our Christmas Candies are the Largest and Purest We Have Ever Had and Our Prices the Lowest OUR FANCY BOX CANDY EXCELS MAKES A NICE GIFT Fine Fruits of the Season and Fresh Nuts for Everybody Special Prices to Churches and Sunday Schools For their Christmas Candies and Nuts It will pay you to get our prices before you buy Fine Fruits of the Season and Fresh Nuts for Everybody Special Prices to Churches and Sunday Schools For their Christmas Candies and Nuts It will pay you to get our prices before you buy Fine Cigars in Boxes Nice for a Christmas Present to Yourself or Friend Hot Chili and Light Lunches Always Ready to Serve ROYAL CONFECTIONERY ALEX. HICKS, Manager 418 MINNESOTA AVENUE PHONE DREXEL 1922 The Kansas City Advocate, December 16, 1921 besides the service and courtesy given to patrons, is far more These stores have shown their appreciation in many ways to the buying public of Kansas City Kansas, in their liberal contributions to the various institutions, whether of a charitable nature, or other organizations of the city. We have in this week's issue and displayed on this page a number of Minnesota Avenue stores and business enterprises. We wish to inform our readers, who are seeking Christmas purchases of any kind, or any other class of buyers, you don't have to leave the Kansas side to get what you want, as it can be found on the Avenue in these stores you find in this issue just as good and up to date and far cheaper in many respects than you can in the big stores on the other side. We should look at our own business stores from a personal point of view, when we can obtain that which we desire, The Advocate has always appreciated in the fullest sense, the warm feelings, these business men have shown toward its success and the patronage they have given it, as they are in this issue and we feel that our readers will appreciate these facts so much as to remember we are all Kansans and our interests may be solely for Kansas enterprises and the welfare and success of its citizens. SEE MORE MINNESOTA BUSINESS ON SIXTH PAGE MERRY CHRISTMAS FOR ALL AND WITH IT REMEMBER OUR VARIOUS AND ARTISTIC SUPPLY OF BLOOMING, PLANTS AND BRILLIANCY IN EVERY STYLE AND SHAPE FOR INTENSIFYING YOUR DESIRES AS A PART OF YOUR FESTIVITIES AND CELEBRATIONS. DON'T FORGET TO CALL EARLY AND SELECT FROM OUR FINE STOCK YOUR NEEDS. OUR CONSERVATIVE DECORATIONS ALWAYS AT YOUR SERVICE MRS. T. A. MOSLEY FLORIST Store, 712 Minnesota Avenue Ladies' or Gentlemen's Elgin RICH Watches, at Christmas prices. A good one, guaran teed 20 years, Ladies' or Gentlemn's, A FEW PRACTICAL GIFT SELECTIONS DO YOUR CHRISTMAS SHOPPING AT KASSEL'S Tie Pins. Solid Gold front, up from ..... 50c Cuff Links. Solid Gold front, up from.. $1.00 Cigarette Cases, up from ..... $1.50 Gentlemen's Watch Chains, all guaran- ```markdown ``` anteed, up from ..... $1.50 Belt Buckles, sterling Silver, up from.....$1.00 Genuine Leather Belts, up from.....75c Genuine Coral Broaches, up from.....50c Solid Gold Front Pins, fancy, up from 50c Mesh Bags, Leather Bags, Coin Holders, Pyre'in Ivory, Cut Gloss; also Extra Special for Christmas. SILVER values in Sheffield Plate Silver, the ideal gift CHESTS OF SILVERWARE ALL NEW PATTERNS AND EVERY PIECE GUARANTEED. COMPLETE SETS, UP FROM— $12.50 SHOP EARLY AND SAVE MONEY AT THE KASSEL JEWELRY CO. 548 MINNESOTA AVENUE CHRISTMAS SAVINGS CHECKS READY FOR PAYMENT NOW starts tomorrow. Join now and keep up your payments. You'll be surprised at the results MINNESOTA AVENUE. STATE BANK The Bank of Personal Service Fifth and Minnesota Page Three TORES Meet Me at Grossman's The Xmas Gift Store as Gift re The Xmas Gift Store BARGAINS THROUGH ALL DEPARTMENTS DRESS GOODS, SILKS LADIES' AND CHILDREN'S Coats and Furs BLANKETS, COMFORTS, UNDERWEAR BOYS' KNICKERBOCKER SUITS Furs S, UNDERWEAR CKER SUITS BLANKETS, COMFORTS, UNDERWEAR BOYS' KNICKERBOCKER SUITS Toys Toys Toys AT GREAT REDUCTIONS Grossman's 638-640 MINNESOTA AVENUE --- HENRY KASSEL DRUGGIST ```markdown ``` CHRISTMAS CANDIES AND CIGARS --- White Ivory Misses' Brushes and Combs at Special Prices Free Delivery 534 Minnesota Ave. Both Phones 0077 --- USEFUL CHRISTMAS GIFTS WE GIVE HERE A FEW OF THE MANY CHRISTMAS GOODS IN OUR MAMMOTH STORE Solid Oak Rocker Imitation Leather Upholstered Seat Price ..... $ 7. Mahogany Parlor Lamp, Silk Shade, Complete ..... $19. Library Table, Polished Oak ..... $12. Hall Coat Stands, Solid Oak ..... $2. Little Red Rockers Toy Carts Little Four Wheel Wagons ..... $1.25 to $8. Rocky Horses ..... $2.25 to $3. Shoe Flys ..... $2.50 to $3. Children's Doll Crib's ..... $2. Child's Rocker ..... $2.25 to $4. Elders ..... $1.00, to $3. THE MANY CHRISTMAS MOTH STORE Other Upholstered Seat .....$ 7.50 e, Complete.....$19.50 .....$12.00 .....$2.25 ......90 ......50 .....$1.25 to $8.50 .....$2.25 to $3.95 .....$2.50 to $3.50 .....$2.50 .....$2.25 to $4.00 .....$1.00, to $3.00 WE GIVE HERE A FEW OF THE MANY CHRISTMAS GOODS IN OUR MAMMOTH STORE Solid Oak Rocker Imitation Leather Upholstered Seat Price.....$ 7.50 Mahogany Parlor Lamp, Silk Shade, Complete.....$19.50 Library Table, Polished Oak.....$12.00 Hall Coat Stands, Solid Oak.....$2.25 Little Red Rockers......90 Toy Carts......50 Little Four Wheel Wagons.....$1.25 to $8.50 Rocky Horses.....$2.25 to $3.95 Shoe Flys.....$2.50 to $3.50 Children's Doll Cribs.....$2.50 Child's Rocker.....$2.25 to $4.00 Sleds.....$1.00, to $3.00 LADIES' DRESSING TABLE, SOLID OAK $22.00 42-PIECE DINNER SET.-BLUE BIRD OR GOLD INLAID PATTERN $10.50 UE BIRD OR GOLD TERN 0 42-PIECE DINNER SET.-BLUE BIRD OR GOLD INLAID PATTERN $10.50 VAN CLEAVE FURNITURE COMPANY PHONE FAIRFAX 1155 433-35-37 MINNESOTA AVI 35-37 MINNESOTA AVE. Grossman Sells For Less CHRISTMAS PERFUMES OF ALL KINDS Third Street Colored Business Enterprises --- Qdwin Q. Scruggs, Olks Club 1500 NORTH THIRD STREET Our barbers are skilled workmen and are able to take care of a customer in any first-class up to date style. The shop of cleanliness. SOFT DRINK PARLOR AND CIGARS We carry all kinds of soft drinks. Fine Cigars and Tobacco. We are located in Alexander Hall Building, of which we have full control of the entire building. If you need a hall for meetings, or entertainments. call Stop in and say howdy to "Scrubby" if nothing more LAMBRIGHT COAL & FUEL COMPANY (Incorporated) $60,000-CAPITAL STOCK-$60,000 OPERATING THREE COAL YARDS IN GREATER KANSAS CITY The company has a few shares of stock for sale. If you want them, you had better get them now. Lambright Coal Fuel Company Samuel Diggs Scrap Iron, Rags and Metal 1006-1008 N. Third St. Home Phone Drexel 632 --- Page Four ALEXANDER HALL located in Alexander Hall Building, off control of the entire building. If you need or entertainments, call FAIRFAX 3062 We Give Service—That's All and say howdy to "Scrubby" if nothing MBRIGLE & FUEL COMPANY (Incorporated) 50—CAPITAL STOCK—$600 OPERATING THREE COAST YARDS IN GREATER KANSAS CITY The company has a few shares stock for sale. If you want the you had better get them no Call at the office or phone us, and we will call to see you Main Office 1620 North Third Street Phone Fairfax 1923 Ambright Coat Uel Company phone Fairfax 3577 Kansas City, I Samuel Digg Wrap Iron, Ra and Metal 008 N. Third St. Home Phone Dr Harris & Son STAPLE GROCERIES AND MEATS Phone Fairfax 3760 2031 North Third Street Kansas City :::: :::: :::: K The Kansas City Advocate, December 16, 1921 IT'S WORTH WHILE. It 's worth while, for our readers of this issue and we might say this page especially, to carefully read and reflect on every kind of business that appears on it. Now you may not know in person every business firm, who carries space on this page, but we are proud and we know you will be as much, when we tell you, every advertiser that you see, large and small, are owned and operated by colored men and women. It's a fact, although we have not allowed our minds to believe, but the race is really learning to do business and make it pay. We have here on Third street from Minnesota avenue north to Greeley avenue, both men and women, whose stores compare, in size, stock, looks and management as the average place of like business off the avenue. And as to their credit, they stand equal to the best. You will find a large per cent of these merchants owning their own business property and others are buying. In this particular part of the city, which is known, as the Seeond ward, the colored people, in the past five years have shown a remarkable change in confidence in each other and especially in patronizing their own stores, so much so, that there are only a few of other race business places remaining on this street, and some of them are not doing the business they did a few years ago. This is accounted for, as the race is dealing with their own, where they have found they can buy as cheap and as good a quality of goods and in most instances, get better service. It's not far in the distance when this street will be controlled entirely by the colored people. It is now fast developing the commercial center of the race in the city. Third street and Second ward are setting the pace for business enterprises in the city. This street and community also can boast of having some of the most modern homes in the city and are well kept and furnished. These energetic business men and women and in fact this entire community, are to be congratulated on the progress they have made in the past few years along all lines. The Advocate is always at your service to boost you in any way possible.—Editor. Mrs. Thompson on Freeman between Ninth and Tenth, has been very sick, but was able to be at church Sunday. GREEN CHAPEL BAPTIST CHURCH 1012 North Third Street Rev. E. M. Mosley, Pastor Parsonage 1903 North Tremont Services: Preaching 11 a. m., and 8 p. m. Sabbath School, 9 a. m. Choir rehearsal, Tuesday night. Prayer meeting. Wednesday night. B. Y. P. U. Sunday evening. 5 p. m. ROBERT T. BARTON. Clerk. KING SOLOMON BAPTIST CHURCH Third Stret and Garfield Avenue Parsonage, 206 Garfield Ave. Phone Friday 4536 Services: Preaching, Sunday, 11 a.m. and 8 p.m. Sunday School, 9:30 a.m. B. Y. P. U., Sunday, 6:00 p. m. Prayer services, Tuesday evening, Choir rehearsal, Thursday evening. Missionary meeting, Friday evening. You are welcome to all of these services. MINNIE L. FORD. Clerk. KANDY KITCHEN Wyandotte Cafe 920 North Third Street Regular Meals, Short Orders CIGARS — TOBACCO Home Baking, Southern Style First Class Service Collin Horace and Lela Baker, Proprietors Wyandotte Cafe Bell Phone Fairfax 4519 Free Delivery Smith & Tompkins Prescription Druggists Sundries and Toilet Articles S. W Corner Third and Troup Kansas City, Kansas --- SIMS GROCERY COMPANY For an appetizing Christmas Dinner get your Groceries and Fresh Meats at THE SIMS GROCERY CO. 1708 N. Third St. Fine Cigars, Tobacco and Soft Drinks --- Bowen & Ragland O.K. CAFE 1933½ North Third Street HOME COOKING and. GOOD THINGS TO EAT Office Hurs: 9 to 11 A.M. 2 to 5 P.M. 6 to 8 P.M. BELL PHONE FAIRFAX 1596 DR. WM. H. DYER SURGEON U.S. ARMY 1917-19 Office and Residence Corner Third St. and Troop Ave Kansas City, Kansas LEE & ROSE Confections and Groceries Cigars and Tobacco 1948 NORTH THIRD All Work Guaranteed Work Done in Short Order JAMES HOPKINS & SONS Horseshoeing and Wagon Work 1110 N. 3rd St. Bell Fairfax 3003 Your Patronage Solicited Mrs. B. M. Moton stopped off over night with friends on her way home from St. Louis to Atchison. Mrs. Maten visited her daughter. Mrs. Jacohs. in St. Louis where she is teaching in the high school. KANSAS CITY, KANSAS, U.S.A. 1933-1935-1937 NORTH THIRD STREET Bennie Robinson, Owner and Manager FINE CAFE If you want a well cooked order, we can satisfy your app shave you, cut your hair, sh building. BILLIARD For a nice social game or tables of the best are at your want a well cooked and seasoned meal you can satisfy your appetite. If you need and cut your hair, shampoo or massage, the BILLIARD PARLOR. nice social game of Pocket Pool or Billiard best are at your service. If you want a well cooked and seasoned meal or short order, we can satisfy your appetite. If you need an Artist to shave you, cut your hair, shampoo or massage, this is the building. BILLIARD PARLOR. For a nice social game of Pocket Pool or Billiards, our tables of the best are at your service. CLUB HOUSE The place of rest and con- tention on the North. It is open a Everything convenient for re- ments. OUR LATCH STRING IS A AT B A Christmas Can Eat, It at C High Class Good CHRISTMAS FOWLING YOU --A Few A pace of rest and comfort is our modern Church. It is open at all times for your convenience for meetings and social matches. STRING IS ALWAYS ON THE OUTSIDE AT BENNIES. Christmas Dinner You Can Eat, If You Get It at Cannon's In Class Goods and Low Price CHMAS FOWLS DRESSED WILL YOU WAIT --A Few Specials-- The place of rest and comfort is our modern Club House on the North. It is open at all times for your comfort. Everything convenient for meetings and social entertainments. OUR LATCH STRING IS ALWAYS ON THE OUTSIDE AT BENNIES. A Christmas Dinner You Can Eat, If You Get It at Cannon's High Class Goods and Low Prices CHRISTMAS FOWLS DRESSED WHILE YOU WAIT Best Hams and Bacon.40c Sidlein and Porterhouse Steak .. 25c Ribs .. 17½c Country Butter .. 48c Fresh Eggs .. 48c Pure Lard .. 12c Round Steak .. 20c Pork Cheps .. 20c Pork Brains .. 15c Pure Pork Sausage .. 18c Weiners .. 12½c Chuck Steak .. 15c Plate Boiling Beef .. 8c Rib Roast .. 15c C. E. CANNON 1949 NORTH T Kansas O 949 NORTH THIRD STREET Kansas City, Kansas E. M. TERRELL CABINET WORKS GENERAL BUILDING AND REPAIRING FURNITURE 1613 N. Third St. FURNITURE A SPECIALTY N. Third St. Phone, Fairfax EUGENE THOMAS Ladies' and Gents' Shining Parlor ICE CREAM CIGARS AND TOBACCO First Class Service Rendered 1700 NORTH THIRD ST. M. G. WEBB Maker of Webb's Wonderful Hair Preparations Notary Public 334 Greeley Avenue Fifield 2161-W 'Kansas City., Kansas --- --- Pork Shoulder .....20c Pig Feet .....9c Pig Tails .....15c Neck Bones .....4c Yellow Yam Sweet Potatoes .....6c Cabbage .....4c Ripe Tomatoes .....10c Red River Ohio Potatoes, peck .....35c English Walnuts .....30c Bananas, doz. .....25c Juicy Lemons, doz. .....30c California Oranges, dz.40c Grape Fruit, 3 for .....25c Best Coffee, lb. .....40c IRD STREET Kansas SPECIALTY Phone, Fairfax 1923 SIMS Confections Cigars and Lunches, Hot and Cold S. W. Cor. 3rd and Parallel ICE CREAM, SODAS AND SUNDAES O. H. McFIELD The Practical Tailor and Cleaner WHO KNOWS HOW TO DO. AND DOES IT 2103½ NORTH THIRD ST. PHONE Fifth Street Race Enterprises KANSAS CITY, KANSAS, U. S. A. Big Reductions BOULDIN CLEANERS "THAT CLEAN" Men's Suits Cleaned and Free Deliver BIG REDUCTION MEN'S FUR SPECIAL CHRISTMAS $2.00 UNION SUITS, sale price $2.75 HIGH GRADE CAPS, sale $2.25 HIGH GRADE CAPS, sale $1.00 BEAUTIFUL TIES, sale We Can Save You Gents' Fur BOULDIN C 1606 North Fifth St. Great Christmas Now Going LADIES' AND GENTS' PIECE GOODS AND KITCHEN UTENSILS Suits Cleaned and Pressed... Free Delivery BIG REDUCTION IN MEN'S FURNISHINGS SPECIAL CHRISTMAS SALE UNION SUITS, sale price... HIGH GRADE CAPS, sale price... HIGH GRADE CAPS, sale price... BEAUTIFUL TIES, sale price... We Can Save You Money on All Gents' Furnishings BOULDIN CLEANERS North Fifth St. Fairfax Great Christmas Sale Now Going On TIES' AND GENTS' FURNISHED PIECE GOODS AND NOTIONS WHEN UTENSILS AND HARDW Men's Suits Cleaned and Pressed.....$1.00 Free Delivery $2.00 UNION SUITS, sale price.....$1.50 $2.75 HIGH GRADE CAPS, sale price.....$1.95 $2.25 HIGH GRADE CAPS, sale price.....$1.45 $1.00 BEAUTIFUL TIES, sale price..... 60c We Can Save You Money on All Gents' Furnishings BOULDIN CLEANERS 1606 North Fifth St. Fairfax 0838 Great Christmas Sale Now Going On LADIES' AND GENTS' FURNISHINGS PIECE GOODS AND NOTIONS ONLY COLORED DRY GOODS STORE IN KANSAS CITY, KANSAS MANNING BROS. (FAMOUS MERC 1514 NORTH FIFTH STREET (Next to Home C. T. Ghant "KANSAS BARB Regular Meals and Home-Cooking and Neatly Furnished Only One Block From (FAMOUS MERCANTILE CO.) NORTH FIFTH STREET KANSAS CITY (Next to Home Drug Co.) C. L. Ghandler Cafe KANSAS BARBECUE KING Regular Meals and Short Order Home-Cooking and Best of Servi Greatly Furnished Rooms For Re One Block From Minnesota A C. T. Ghandler Cafe "KANSAS BARBECUE KING" Regular Meals and Short Orders Home-Cooking and Best of Service Neatly Furnished Rooms For Rent Only One Block From Minnesota Avenue 1101 North Fifth Street Kansas City, Kansas --- BROWN BARBER SHOP 1414 NORTH FIFTH STREET Three First Class Barbers INCLUDING A LADY BARBER Each Barber IN SHAVING AND ELECTRIC MASSAGE TOILET Fine Bath Room. LADY SHOE SHINER THE ONLY LADY SHOP This is the same R. B. Bry Sixth and State St THE SHOP 1414 NORTH FIFTH STREET Each Barber Is An Artist IN SHAVING AND HAIR CUTTING ELECTRIC MASSAGES. HAIR TONICS AND TOILET WATERS Fine Bath Room. Clean and Sanit LADY SHOE SHINER AT YOUR SERVICE THE ONLY LADY SHOE SHINER IN THE this is the same R. B. Brown that did your w Sixth and State Streets for Three Year THE SHOP OF SERVICE NORTH FIFTH STREET, KANSAS CITY Each Barber Is An Artist IN SHAVING AND HAIR CUTTING ELECTRIC MASSAGES, HAIR TONICS AND TOILET WATERS LADY SHOE SHINER AT YOUR SERVICE THE ONLY LADY SHOE SHINER IN THE CITY This is the same R. B. Brown that did your work at Sixth and State Streets for Three Years THE SHOP OF SERVICE 1414 NORTH FIFTH STREET, KANSAS CITY, KAN. Relatives of Mrs. Döw on Ne braska avenue came in their lim ousine Sunday from Bonner and visited her. CANTILE CO.) KANSAS CITY, KAN. Drug Co.) Handler Cafe RECUE KING" Hand Short Orders Best of Service Rooms For Rent Minnesota Avenue --- Is An Artist TO HAIR CUTTING HAIR TONICS AND WATERS Clean and Sanitary AT YOUR SERVICE SHINER IN THE CITY own that did your work at sets for Three Years OF SERVICE ET, KANSAS CITY, KAN. Mrs. Edwards of Kansas City, Mo. was bver and rendered a vocal solo at First Baptist B. Y. P. U. The Kansas City Advocate, December 16, 1921 THE IDEAL PHARMACY 2320 North Fifth Street Drexel 1195 A full line of Pure Drugs, Perfumes and Toilet Articles Fine Christmas Boxes of Candy PRESCRIPTIONS CAREFULLY COMPOUNDED A Store of Real Service N. W. BAILEY, MNGR. Charles P.Washington, M.D. Pharmacist Prompt Attention to Phone Calls MEET US NEW YEARS ALL DAY AT 1512 NORTH FIFTH STREET HAVE SOMETHING FOR YOU HOME DRUG CO. 1512 N. Fifth St. Call Phones Fairfax 0380 OR 4422 Grocery of Merit C. P. FOWLER 2106 NORTH FIFTH ST. We carry a Clean Fresh Stock of Standard Groceries Fresh and Salt Meats PIES AND CAKES FRESH DAILY We give Service to All --- TRY MUNDY'S FOR BARGAINS Groceries Fresh and Salt Meats Pies, Cakes, Etc. Christmas Candies Nuts and Fruits Cigars and Tobaccos DRY GOODS AND HARDWARE WE DELIVER Phone Fifield 3059-W 2624 North Fifth Street Kansas City, Kansas Miss Burke is quite an attentive member at Metropolitan church. She is the sewing teacher at Sumner High. 1 "BUSY BEES" THERE'S SOMETHING IN THE NAME INDEPENDENT ORDER BROTHERS AND SISTERS OF CONSOLATION $300 Certificates $70 Burial $3.00 Week Sick DEATH CLAIMS PAID TO BENEFICIARY AT F INDEPENDENT ORDER BROTHERS AND SISTERS OF CONSOLATION tificates $70 Burial $3.00 Week Sick CLAIMS PAID TO BENEFICIARY AT F EYE INDEPENDENT ORDER BROTHERS AND SISTERS OF CONSOLATION $300 Certificates $70 Burial $3.00 Week Sick Benefits DEATH CLAIMS PAID TO BENEFICIARY AT FUNERAL For full particulars call FAIRFAX 0683 I. O. B. & S. of C. FAITH, HOPE AND CHARITY Dr. J. H. Mixon.....Grand M 452 Nebraska Avenue, A Printing Service GRAY PRINTING, "THE A PERSONAL SERVICE—HU YOU GET MORE THAN YOU THE GRAY PR FIFTH AT OAKLAND AVENUE Mixon.....Grand Master, Western Ju- 452 Nebraska Avenue, Kansas City, Kansas A Printing Service of No Regret GRAY'S PRINTING, "THAT'S RIGHT" PERSONAL SERVICE—HUMAN CONSIDERATE GET MORE THAN YOU PAY FOR—ASK AN THE GRAY PRINTING CO. H AT OAKLAND AVENUE BELL FAIRFA THE POETICAL Dr. J. H. Mixon.....Grand Master, Western Jurisdiction 452 Nebraska Avenue, Kansas City, Kansas A PERSONAL SERVICE—HUMAN CONSIDERATION YOU GET MORE THAN YOU PAY FOR—ASK ANYBODY ```markdown ``` Hcme Drexel 0817 Bell Fairfax 0821 Prices That Are Right NATHAN W. THATCHER UNDERTAKER A Home Production 1518 North Fifth Street Kansas City, Kansas Bell. Fairfax 4187 WE HAVE CUT THE PRICES OSCAR & ROBERSON SHOE SHOP Repairing and Dyeing We Make Them Look Like New PAPER HANGING AND PAINTING 1416 N. 5th. Fifield 2582W Kansas City, Kansas Patterns Cut to Measure Satisfaction Guaranteed COLEMAN Ladies' Tailoring Cutting Designing and Dressmaking School 2316 N. Fifth Street Phone, Drexel 1195 Kansas City, Kansas PRESSING, CLEANING AND REPAIRING Alpha Art club meets this Friday (today) at Mrs. A. J. Neely's. NT ORDER AND SISTERS OF AUTION $3.00 Week Sick Benefits BENEFICIARY AT FUNERAL Master, Western Jurisdiction Kansas City, Kansas ce of No Regrets RY'S "HAT'S RIGHT" HUMAN CONSIDERATION PAY FOR—ASK ANYBODY PRINTING CO. E BELL FAIRFAX 4187 THE POETICAL CORNER The Advocate In the year nineteen hundred and fourteen. A good man moved to our state; Bought and started us a paper Which he named the Advocate. And our Editor and Owner, Mr. Thomas Kennedy. Found so many good subscribers. He was busy as could be. From the first he was successful But too much work did abhor. He, Professor Gregg appointed First Associate Editor. After six years he then left us And he went away so far, Then our Mr. Kupper was made The Associate Editor. Also, when he sent first issues, And had everything in trim, He found Mrs. Margaret Matthews Had wrote for it, before him, Found she is the only woman Whose poems have found a place With the Presidents and Governors She's received congratulations And has gained much honor due From all races, and read papers In Caucasian churches, too. And so he could help his paper. Being a good creditor. He at once made this bold writer His Society Editor. Tho she writes for other dailys And for it gets many cheers. She has not missed one week writ- ing For this paper, seven years. Editor for Circulation. Mrs Hall was first by lot. But she left and married. and And our paper still is running, Writing ads and news that cheers: Has two thousand good subscribers. And will live for many years. If you want your news on Friday, Before other papers come; Pay the fee to a staff member And subscribe for this at home. If you have home pride and pity, If you'd hear news of our state, If you wish news of our city. You should take the Advocate. —MRS. M. C. MATTHEWS. SOME NICE BUSINESS ENTERPRISES ON FIFTH ST. It has been very noticeable in the past few years the growth and progress our colored business houses have grown in number and magnitude along North Fifth street, from 1101 to the 2700 block. On this page under the head of Fifth street, we give a number of these business places, which are the largest and most prominent that are being operated by our people. One will find on this street some very valuable business buildings, owned by colored holders. In these buildings you will find business of various kinds owned, managed and operated, as skillful and businesslike way, as can be found. We find on this street men and women who have only been in business for a short period, commercially speaking, and who started with a small capital, but whose business has developed to a large, healthy, paying enterprise. It is with some degree of encouragement to those who launched out in the commercial world, to realize from experience, the race is becoming more clannish, in their buying—this alone has greatly encouraged the colored merchant to have sticktuitiveness in whatever line of business they have taken up. This street can boast of one office building, where five professional men of the race have well equipped offices on the second floor. Every day and most any time in the day, until quite late in the evening this business thoroughfare is filled with the traveling public and commercial salesmen. It's one busy street. In the fifteen and sixteen hundred blocks, all the best and largest brick buildings are owned by colored men and it will not be so long until they will extend their holdings, two or three blocks further north and which could be used and occupied payingly. XMAS FESTIVITIES. The Xmas festivities of the First A. M. E. Church will begin next Sunday evening at 7 o'clock, December 18. The Junior Endeavor is going to put on one of the best musical programs ever witnessed in the First Church. The principal feature of the program will be a recital by Mr. Jackson Truitt of Western University. Mr. Truitt is indeed an accomplished young man with rare musical ability. As you listen to his enchanting baritone melodies, your soul is touched. The cares of life are forgotten and all that is immortal seems wafted away to realms of joy and peace. You cannot afford to miss this treat; everybody is invited. You are requested to bring a Silver Offering. The proceeds are to help Mr. Truitt through school and to buy Xmas joys for the children of the Junior Endeavor. (Come early and get a good seat. Supt. SOME OF METROPOLITAN CAPTAINS. Captains called by Dr. E. L. Harrison to help get the church roll straightened out as follows: Mrs. M. C. Matthews, Mesdames Hulsoy, L. Stovall, I. Thomas, U. S. Rogers, I. U. Brown, M. Hill, M. Merritt, L. Eskridge, J. T. Taylor, S. D. Jones, J. J. Lewis, M. Taylor, Miss O. Henderson, Mesdames J. Willis, A. Pleasant, Messrs. S. L. Johnson, A. Lake, Dr. Davis, Mrs. L. Thompson and more names we will mention later. FIRST BAPTIST B. Y. P. U. Mr. Furze, of West Indies, had a long program for his group of B. Y. P. U. last Sunday. There were many vocal and instrumental solos and some recitations. The most appropriate features on program, were the Bible lesson by Mr. H. Mobily, a paper called "Pen Points (of Doing God's Word)" by a member of First Baptist and a paper and original poem on "The Importance of Bible Reading" by Mrs. M. C. Matthews of Metropolitan Baptist. Mr. E. L. Bell of Oakmill, Kansas, dropped in at the Quarterly Conference at First Church Monday evening. Mr. Bell is a trustee of Western University and visited his son daughter. who are attending school. DUNBAR DRUG STORE WHERE PRESCRIPTIONS ARE CAREFULLY COMPOUNDED « PURE AND FRESH DRUGS ARE ALWAYS FOUND HERE A FINE LINE OF TOILET ARTICLES CHRISTMAS CANDIES and FANCY BOX CANDIES CIGARS AND TOBACCO TENTH & FREEMAN KANSAS CITY, KANSAS Phone Fairfax 5122 ‘ WISHING OUR MANY . PATRONS AND FRIENDS A MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A HAPPY AND PROSPEROUS NEW YEAR : N. B. ROBINSON LAUNDRY Prompt, Efficient Service Office and Residence 333 Lafayette Ave. Bell Fairfax 2755 — PRESCRIPTION DRUGGISTS — ps West End Pharmacy (Dillard & Rogers, Props) | Phone Fairfax 2850 10th & Washington | CHRISTMAS GIFTS FOR ALL FANCY CANDIES MANICURE SETS | CIGARS KODAKS COLORED DOLLS | FANCY BOX PAPER | Eversharp Pencils............................$1.00 to $5.00 Schaffer Fountain Pens..............$2.50 to $10.00 Yes, We Fill Any and All Doctor’s Prescriptions . Let us fill your next prescription. Have your doctor to phone it to us. Prescriptions called for and delivered free. R. L, JORDAN & SON FANCY GROCERIES - _ AND MEATS POPULAR PRICES - 400 WALKER AVENUE WISEMAN & SON :Fancy Grocries and Meats Buy Your Christmas Candies Nuts and Fruits Here FINE CIGARS AND TOBACCO Our Prices Will Afford You to Have a BIG CHRISTMAS DINNER 1718 N. Seventh St. K.C.K. COLONEL LITTLE'S. WORK— WILL VOTE FOR ANTI- _ LYNCH BILL. Our*Congressman, Colonel Lit- tle spent the time between the two sessions of Congress at -home getting in touch with the needs of his constituents. He spoke at the Methodist Church Sunday sf¥ening, at the American Legion, -at the Co-operative Club, at Ki- wanis Club, at Cosmopolitan Clnb, at the Welfare Club and to Dennis S. Thompson Grewer and Distributor Culinary Herbs and Condiments Specialist in Sage Culture R. F. D. No. 1. Box 94 Phone Bethel 205-K-1 BETHEL, KANSAS other organizations, offietating as Judge. Sunday morning at the exercises of the Sunday Forun. Congressman Little has been a leading spirit in the recent strus- gle in Congress to see that the big fortunes paid taxes in aceardanee with their wealth. The very rich made a terrific effort to keep their sur-taxes down to 32% on ineames of a million, but Con- gress fixed them at 50%. Dur- ing the great debate on that gub- ject, Colonel Little opened the de- bate for those who believe in the 50% sur-tax on the rich, and his speech drew the fire of those who believe that the rich should not pay such tax, but the house voted 201 to 173 in favor of the plan advocated by our Congressman. This makes it easy for Consress The Kansas City Advocate, December 16, 1921 * to reduce the taxes on a man of small means, His fight, of course, for the interests of« the average man will bring the opposition of some of the very rich, but there are not very many of them in this eommunity and it is fortunate for us that we have a Congressman who is never afraid to do what is right, and stand up for the inter- ests of the ordinary people. Kan- sas City, Kansas, has become so Well acquainted with its Con- gressman that he now enjoys the highest confidence of the peoples and will be given another term in Congress without a doubt. Congressman Little received word from Mrs. Little Sunday that a vote would be had on Fri- day next on the Anti-Lynching Bill, and left at once for Wash- ington to take part in that strug- gle in favor of that bill and the square deal for colored men in the South. He said “before leav- ing: ‘‘I think that the bill has a splendid chance of passing and it will do a lot of good if it does.” Congressman Little has been actively supporting the Resolu- tion of Congressman Tinkham. This provides for a thorough in- vestigation of the methods of vot- ing in the Southern States by which colored men are deprived of their votes. The plan is to get their votes for them or eut down the number of the Southern Con- gressmen, so that they won’t have any more votes in Congress than they would be entitled to have by the number of votes they have at home, This would force them to give the black man a vote and a square deal. Colonel Little was one of the 47 Con- gressmen who voted for that Res- olution the last time it was up. He was the only Kansas Congress- man who voted for it, His staunch fight for the rights of colored ‘Republicans has drawn favorable spiemia from all over the United States, CITIZENS’ FORUM | The best program of the year. specially the choruses and the petunber of enreaves, was rendered, Sunday, Deeember 11, Miss T. Smothers and Miss Mickey se- eured the talent. The Publieity Committee advertised it well in ‘the Advocate and on the Metro- | politan boards and Sumner high school was used on account of the stage. fis auditorium was | packed, but about 1,000 more jcould have enjoyed the program if it had been in Metropolitan Temple. Professor Reynolds led | the audience in singing ‘Amer. fica,” Chaplain Calhoun prayed, sand President Curry opened the quotations. Attorney Shackle- ford and Miss D. Whitfield gave useful enrrent events. Mme, Os- borne, teacher of the dramatic class, was introdueed by Miss Mickey: then she introdueed Dr. Radford, direetor of Ebenezer choir, and Miss Morrill, the pian- ist. Ebenezer choir sang finer than any choir the writer has rheard for many years and sang classical numbers, "Tis the Wedding Morn,’ was encored. | Reading, ‘Leah, the Forsaken,” by Miss C. Wilson, was a good ef: fort. The nine male singers in “My Old Kentucky Home”? made such sweet harmony they capti- vated the audience, and were en- coved twice. Reading, ‘The Po- lish Boy,’’ by Mrs. N. Lovett, was good (and reminded the writer of when she recited that in school) ; Chorus, “To the Holy One,” was Very profound and of a high | class; “Senorita,” by Zingarina, arrayed as a Spanish girl, was the finest reading of all; Chorus, **The Italian Love Song,’? was fine and was another classic. Prof. J. P. King asked for the collection and Mr. Berry, near Fighth and Nebraska gave the first dollar. The total collection was $15. The final number was a sketch (or playlet), “College Life,”’ which was a very humor- ous and enjoyable rendition and applauded by the crowded audi- ence very vociferously. The last program of President Curry’s and his officers’ regime was a wonderful suceess, due to Misses Smothers and Mickey and all who helped advertise it. The Forum thanked Mme. Osborne and her | singers and Dramatie Club. Next Sunday, December 18, they will meet again in Metropolitan Temple. Electa Chapter elected officers Monday as ‘follows: Mrs. M, Hill, matron; Mrs. P. Bryant, associate matron; Mrs. B. Wash- ington, secretary, and Mrs. Drake Swannigan, treasurer. Other officers are appointive. ER. Mr, Roy Boone came in off his run Tuesday. + . IN SOCIETY, Mrs. Jane Palmer, who fell and sprained her arm, is some better. Mr. 0. B. Johnson is about well. The doctor says he can go down town this week. Dr. Bowers, visited Rev. and Mrs. Bolden on the Paseo Mon. day and Tuesday. Mr. and Mrs, Hughie on North Ninth street, had Mrs. M. C. Mat- thews as their dinner guest, Tuesday. Mr. A. J. Hill, the grocer, is still sick. Myr. Buddie Hill and Mrs. Janie Hill are attending to the store, and Miss Rubie Hill nurses him, while the mother has duties away. KANSAS INDUSTRIAL INSTI- TUITE WIN WESTERN CHAMFIONSHIP. Lincoln Stadium, Jefferson City, Mo., December 3.—The Kan- sas Industrial & Educational In- stitute football team came over from the Sunflower State today and defeated the Lincoln Univer- sity team 7 ta 0. Yielding to su- perior power and skill in the fun- damental principles of football, the University’s Big Blue eleven succumbed and a season of here- tofore unbroken suecesses for the Blue and White elosed with de- feat, while the Industrial Justi- tute. on the other hand, main- tained its string of vietories un- broken, Measured in points, the Lnsti- tnte team, conquerors of every eleven they have encountered in the West, were one touchdown hetter than the University team, who, although fought with char- acteristic spirit right up to the Jast whistle, were unable to fathom the Institute's attack and the fast backs of the Sunflower team gained almost at will, using a varied attack. The Institute manifested its superior strength as soon as the whistle starting the contest sounded. Harrison kieked to the Voiversity and from then on the Blue and White fonght close to their own goal until late in the fowrth quarter they- recovered a j punt on their own forty-yard Jine this being the farthest from [their goal they had had the ball during the game." | The Institute running attaek in the third quarter, was the prime faetor in the result. Stevenson, Burton, Tucker and Saunders starred in carrying the ball, A long drive down the field in the early moments of the third quar- ter enabled Saunders to score the touchdown that won the ‘ame. Stevenson kicked oad. For Lincoln, Douglas. Brooks and Pearline starred; for the Tn- stitute, Stevenson, Burton, |Tueker, Saunders, Harrison, Smith and Warrior, starred. | The game was played on a field eovered with three inehes of snow; however, a good size crowd was present. Indus trial Lincotn Institute (7) University (0) Marrison ......L.B.......... Smith Wiliams ......L.T......... Douglas Shoals .........L.4.... 1 Willams SMIN Ge cccereesOosecseeeeeeee Lane Camp seers -R.G......263- Mason Warrior .......R.T...... Broks (¢) Cartwright .....R.E......... Holder Saunders ....+.Q.Be..eeeee-. Gantt Mosley ........L.H.....2.6.. Bailey Burton (¢).....R.U.......... Parlie Stevenson .....F.B........... Kelly Score by periods: Lincoln Universit¥.....0 0 0 0—0 Kansas Ind. Inst......0 0 7 O07 Sulsfitutions: Lincoln University—| Mason for Lane, Aitch for Mason, Jacksou for Kelly. Industrial Insti-| tufc—Wilson fer Shoals, ‘Tucker for} Stevenson, Stevenson for Mosley. + Referee—B.air, Drory. Umpire— Woods, Jefferson City high | school. Linesman—Price, Lincoln University. Field Judge—Jeffries, Tufts. Dr. Davis, pastor of the Chris- tian chureh, and his wife, are re- siding at Mr. and Mrs. Weaver’s, 905 Washington boulevard. ; Mrs. Bolden, now at 1827 Paseo, was a pleasant caller in our city Tuesday. Attorney D. Henderson wilt represent the Forum on program at Interstate Literary in Topeka. . The Society Editor was busy again last week visiting and at- tending Dr. Hadden’s lectures at the Presbyterian church, also Mr. and Mrs. Dow gave her two com- plimentaries to musical recitals. Mrs, L. Oliver-Purnell was over from Kansas City, Mo., Monday, attending Electa Chapter. ‘ CARD OF THANKS... We wish to extend our heart- felt thanks to the friends and neighbors, for their kindness sown during the illness and death of our dear husband and father, Rev. Howard Harris. MINNESOTA AVENUE CHRISTMAS. STORES MINNESOTA BUSINESS—FROM THIRD PAGE Pt Office Phone, Fairfax 0990 Res. Phene, Fairfax 158! : : “GIVE US A TRIAL” . - J. H. 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Sherman Ave. Kansas City, Kansas This appreciation extends to the good people at Emporia who were so kind and the friends in the two Kansas Cities and others. We wish to especially thank Rev. J. R. Ransom of Wichitz, who condueted the funeral at Emporia and come to our aid so soon and remained with ‘us ‘during our try- ng ordeat;;we also appreciate th Office Hours: Sto12 A.M. 2to7 P.M. Dr. T. Virgil Ward Dentist FAIRFAX 0823 400 MINNESOTA AVE. KANSAS CITY, KAN. words of commendation of the ministers, who spoke words of consolation, at Allen Chapel and the assistance and service of its members on that occasion; we also thank all for the beautiful floral offerings. ; Grace Harris, wife, - Mervin Harris, son and other children. “"*~ Kansas City, Kansas. ATTORNEY SURELY A WONDER But Old Darky's Admiration Must Have Been Embarrassing Under the Circumstances. In Alabama they tell of a prosecuting attorney who was so uniformly successful with his cases that he became both the terror of evil-doers in the vicinity and the admiration of all, especially the dusky portion of the population. Upon his withdrawal from office he was at once sought out by those charged with crime. Much to his disgust, the first two cases that he defended resulted in the conviction of his clients. An aged darky, named Joe Clinton, who had watched his prosecutions with wonder and who looked with equal amazement now he conducted the defense, met the attorney just after his second defeat. "Mistah Cul," said the old chap, in awed tones, "yo' shore is a wonder. No matter which side you is on, they goes to the pen jest the same."—Milwaukee Sentinel. CHOICE BETWEEN TWO LOVES Can One Wonder That Malvina Turtledove Hesitated When It Came to a Showdown? Malvina Turtledove weeped bitterly. Those dear, bright blue eyes were in danger of being washed clearer and bluer still. She was in love! Then she dressed hurriedly, in preparation for Jack's expected visit. Promptly at eight he arrived. "Jack," she breathed. "I am so worried." "My pet, my angel, what is it?" asked Jack, in great concern. "I have got to give one of you up and I don't know which I love best. Can't I—" the madden wept. "No!" returned Jack, determinedly. "You must choose between us—he or I!" "Jack," she wept, "show me some mercy!" But he showed her none, and so, with a last touch of love, Malvina threw her Ponçaman. Bob, out of the window and said: OLD SAYING PROVED UNTRUE For Once, at Least a Physician Was Willing to Take His Own Medicine. "They say," remarked George L. Fallon, the noted merchant, on the Aquitania, "that doctors never take their own medicine, and in my youth I believed that lie DRESS MAKING AND DRESS MAKING AND TAILORING Dressmaking and Remodeling Cut and Made to Fit. MEN'S SHIRTS AND LADIES' HATS MADE TO ORDER SatisfactionGuaranteed Miss P. L. Brown 1906 N. 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IT'S THE BEST "Once, however, I made a very stormy passage across the Atlantic, and got frightfully seasick. The ship's doctor, a genial young chap, prescribed champagne for me, a half bottle twice a day, and say, I wish you could have seen the perfect and unfailing regularity with which that young medico would drop in at the appointed hour and join me in carrying out his prescription. On the Other Hand. The late Edgar Saltus, the brilliant and satirical novelist, said one day at a New York wedding breakfast, where the bridegroom was a millionaire of forty-five: "Our Rockefellerers and Schwabs and Russell Sages married in their first youth. Well, our successful men don't marry now as early as they used to, but, on the other hand—" And Mr. Saltus looked round the table with a bland smile. "On the other hand, they marry offener." "My own!" he exclaimed, as they were starting on their wedding journey. "Does it make you happy to know that you are mine—all mine—forever?" "Yes, it makes me awfully happy," she replied. "Now I can eat candy without being afraid of getting fat, and have a charge account and everything, can't I?" Did She Admit It? "Well, remarked a gentleman, after a long argument on the question of man's superiority over woman, "at least there is one good, sweet and perfect thing which a man can have and a woman cannot." "Never!"cried his wife, passionately. "Never! I deny it! What do you mean?" "A wife"—The Scotsman. Rub—Six hours a day is enough for any man to work. Dub—How did you find it out? Just So. Son—Papa, what are cosmetics? Father—Cosmetics, my son, are peach preserves—Exchange. Privately Conducted. Professor—"What is a good conductor of electricity?" Student—"Telephone poles."—Science and Invention. Fast Film Fun. North—How came Brown to be playing in movie comedies? West—He's a good runner. Fred W. Fitchue P. L. Jacobs East Side Flower Shop Cut Flowers Designs Decorators ROSES - - CARNATIONS CHRYSANTHEMUMS 1517 East 12th Street Bell Clifton 1059 Kansas City, Mo. WOMEN AND GIRLS LISTEN: Do you know that Her- Tru-Line removes the cause of all hair trouble? It does it by making the scalp health. Then the ugly kinks and curls quickly become soft, straight, glossy, beautiful. The proof is in every jar. Try it today. It's the BEST. Price 50 bents, post paid. AGENTS WANTED ne Co., Atlanta, Ga. AND MEATS MEATS. OUR MOTTO IS TO PLEASE PHONE FAIRFAX 2557 NUE AND HALLOCK ST. All Others; if not Tell Us JOHNSON & CO. warning that ARTY TO BUY OR SELL 'N Ev'rything. Hearsay. The Kansas City Advocate, December 16, 1921 No Amount of Vigilance Is Able to Prevent Prisoners Communicat ing With Each Other. Old jailbirds can defy the vigilance of all the warders in Europe. With months half open they can speak to a companion hard by with absolute impunity, the lips and lower jaws never even being moved. If the companion fails to hear, he indicates the fact by putting his finger into one ear as though it were itching. Their dumb alphabet is marvelously complete. A prisoner wants to say that someone is dead. He spells the name on his fingers, then rests his head upon his hands and stamps on the ground—so loud so is dead and buried. Someone is imprisoned for so many years, and this is conveyed from one place to another by a finger across his ear—the man has got, say, three "ear;" for months a similar sign is made on the mouth. Coughs and sneezes of different kinds indicate all manner of distinct things. On well-known cough means "listen." The prisoner who gives it has received a letter; he looks at the palm of one hand, and pretends to scribble with the other. INNOCENT CALLED FIRST POPE Why the Successor of Anastasius Has the Best Right to Be So Considered Concerning the first pope of the Roman Catholic church, W. Ernest Beet in his "Rise of the Papacy," says: "In the year 402 Anastasius died, and was succeeded by Innocent L. upon whose mind appears first distinctly to have dawned the vast conception of Rome's universal ecclesiastical supremacy, thm as yet and shadowy, yet full and comprehensive in its outline; his claims were indeed such, and so far made good, as to justify us in applying to him the title of pope, the earliest Roman bishop that can with propriety be so called. "The position of high authority to which he attained was, no doubt, in part achieved by Innocent's own high moral qualities and strength of will, but not by any means entirely so; circumstances were entirely in his favor, and the course of public events was such as inevitably to strengthen the seat of the bishop by undermining the throne of the ear, and by driving him from the ancient imperial capital." The Marksman. Kermit Rosevelt, who has eight black-maned lions to his credit, was talking at an Oyster Bay luncheon about marksmanship. "My friend Bang," he said, "is a fine shot. The other evening a chicken was required for dinner, and Bang volunteered to go out into the barnyard and shoot it. "Well, he'd appeared with his gun, and soon a shot was heard, then another, then three or four shots in rapid succession. But Bang didn't return with the chicken. "So little Willie was sent out to see what the trouble was. Several more shots sounded during his absence, finally he came back." "Well, his mother said impatiently, hasn't papa shot that chicken yet?" "No," said Willie. "It won't get in the way." "Why were you not suspicions of that thief who grabbed a tray of diamonds and darted out of the door?" "He disarmed suspicion," said the jeweler. "Yes?" "He said he wanted to look at some engagement rings, and the fellow acted the part so well he actually stunnered and turned red."—Birmingham Age-Herald. Real Dilemma. Parker—What's 'wrong? You look worried." Streeter—I am. I wrote two notes—one to my broker, asking him if he took me for a fool, and the other to Miss Golding, asking her if she would marry me. While I was out somebody telephoned 'Yes,' and I don't know which of them it was! PUBLICATION NOTICE In the District Court of Wyandotte County, anas, 3rd Div. William Johnson, Plaintiff, vs. Eller Johnson, Defendant. No. 17175. To Eller Johnson: You are hereby notified that you have been sued by the above named plaintiff in the District Court of Wyandotte County, Kansas, for divorce, and that you are required to answer the petition of plaintiff filed in the office of the Clerk of the District Court of Wyandotte County, or before the 10th dav of January, 1922, or said petition will be taken as true and judgment will be rendered against you in favor of plaintiff granting her an absolute divorce of and from you ond for such other and further relief as the nature of the case may require and for costs. DORSEY GREEN. Attorney for Plaintiff. (First published Dec. 2, 1921) DR. W. M. BLOUNT PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON Office Fairfax 1258; Res., Drexel 1258 6 to 7;80 P. M. Sundays by appoint- ment only. BEST OF HUMOR. Survived the Shock, He—"Did you love me when you first saw me?" She—"Oh, no; I had to get used to you first." "Are these cakes fresh, cutie?" "Well, sir, I think you have them a trifle outclassed." Too Bright. She—Once you called me the light of your life. How you go out too much "And so they married and lived happily ever after." "Yes." "Evidently a very old-fashioned couple." In His Line. Stage Manager—"All ready, run up the curtain." Stage Hand—"Say, what do you think I am, a squirrel?" Near and Yet Far. Rub—Do you understand women? Dub—All except my wife.—New York Sun. His Talent. North—How came Brown to be play- ing in movie comedies? West—He's a good runner! Took a Chance. Rub—"What caused the motor accident?" Dub—"A short skirt and a windy day." Conversation. "Some talk of the duke marrying a local girl." "Whose money is talking?" Heard in a Hall. "What is there on your hat that makes you so proud of it?" "The eyes of all the other women." Lived in Different Worlds. Marks—"So they separated on account of incompatibility." Parks—"Yes, he talked golf and she talked bridge." Hughes—"What an odious animal Jones is!" Curson—"Oh, the one who butts in is apt to be a goat." Correctly Answered "A fool can ask more questions than a wise man can answer. Isn't that so?" "I cannot answer you." The Awakening. He—Love is like a dream. She—Matrimony is an alarm clock. Fine Feed. "I understand the Laplanders eat candles." "Must be a big to-do over a birthday cake." After Five Years of H. C. L. North—I used to be poor, but proud. West—Yes? North—I am no longer proud. Appropriate. "This old groch can't find anything to suit him." "Show him the crab apples," directed the grocer. Punishing the Fraction. Pat caught a youngster stealing his apples. As he was a persistent offender Pat decided to punish him, so he laid the boy across his knee. Another youngster who was hanging around said: "Don't beat him, mister; he's not to blame." "Why isn't he to blame?" asked Pat. "Folks say he 'not all there." "Well," said Patrick, "I can't help that. I'll just kick what there is of him." Simple Arithmetic. He was teaching her arithmetic—he said it was his mission—and said: "Now that's addition." And as he added kiss by kiss, in silent satisfaction, she sweetly gave his kisses back, and said, "Now that's subtraction." Then he kissed her, and she kissed him, without an explanation. Then both together smiled and said, "Ah! that's multiplication." Then dad appeared upon the scene and made a quick decision. He kicked the teacher down the stairs and yelled, "That's long division." "Pop, what is a medium of exchange?" "Weil, the divorce court is one." "Don't you think her voice has been improved by her recent lessons?" "Yes. But not cured." Flubb—"Why is love often called a lottery?" Dubb—"Guess it's because the prizes are so secure!" Bell After 9.P.M. Grand 1536 Home Phone Bell After 9.P.M. Harrison 2294 Grand 1536 "SAY IT WITH FLOWERS" MILLER FLORAL COMPANY Flowers for All Occasions BEAUTIFUF POTTED PLANTS 1321 E. 18th St. Kansas City, Mo. December 11th, a beautiful winter Sabbath day, a large congregation attended Metropolitan Baptist temple, to welcome their pastor, on being restored to health, and to hear Dr. Prince of St. Joe, our ex-pastor, preach. Dr. Prince is also a fine preacher and a spiritual moral man. He preached on the subject "Companionship of Christ," from Matt. 11:29 In substance he said, "We must become more like Jesus; must talk to Him in prayer, and let Him talk to us by reading His Bible. The biggest thing is spirituality. The Caucasians are trying to get their people to be more spiritual and give vent to it audibly." Dr. Harrison led the beautiful hymn, "Amazing Grace," at the close of the wonderful sermon, while many were shouting and praising God. A third boquet, consisting of pink chrysanthemums, roses, ferns, etc., was sent to Pastor Harrison. He has received more flowers than any minister in the community. At 8 p. m. Dr. C. L. Holly preached to a good congregation as Dr. Prince was compelled to return to his flock at night, as he is en route to Metropolis, Iowa, to hold a series of meetings. Dr. Harrison is arranging a rally for January 16, to get pews for this magnificent church; also we hope to change our lights and put in hardwood floors later on. He wrote his Texas friends that his flock in Kansas were not letting him suffer for a single necessity. He thanked the officers and members for their care of him while he was bedfast. Next Sunday, Dec. 18 he expects to preach. Come and hear this moral preacher thunder like Paul did from Mars hill. The collection was near the $100 mark. The Daughters of Zion cleared about $30, recently, at their program. The Metropolitan choir is said to have cleared $60 at Miss Bowner's fine recital. Mrs. B. S. Jones is sick and Mrs. Dow led the B. Y. P. U. program Sunday. Mrs. A. T. Marr's night school class is getting up a play for Metropolitan. NOT MOVED BY LOVE ALONE Great Botanist Had Another and Deeper Reason for His Seeming Act of Unselfishness. The wife of the great botanist beamed at him across the supper table. "But these," she exclaimed, pointing to the dish of mushrooms that had been set before her, "are not all for me. Artist, are they?" "Yes, Mabel," he nodded. "I gathered them especially for you with my own hands." She beamed upon him gratefully. What a dear, unselfish husband he was! In five minutes she had demolished the lot. At breakfast the next morning he greeted her anxiously. "Sleep all right?" he inquired. "Why, of course not, Aristotle," she reproached. "Hurrah!" he then exclaimed. "I have discovered another species of mushroom that isn't poisonous."—Pittsburgh Chronicle-Telegraph. An Interested Party. First Turkey—Believe in disarmament? Second Turkey—Certainly; I'd start with the ax. "Own Your Own Home" W. R. JOHNSON & COMPANY Real Estate and Rentals 516 Minnesota Avenue Bell, Fairfax 0255, K. C., K. MODERN HOMES 5-room house, modern except heat, $2,250; at $500 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 COLONEL LITTLE'S WORK WILL VOTE FOR ANTI-LYNCH BILL. Our Congressman, Colonel Little spent the time between the two sessions of Congress at home getting in touch with the needs of his constituents. He spoke at the Methodist Church Sunday evening, at the American Legion, at the Co-operative Club, at Kiwanis Club, at Cosmopolitan Club, at the Welfare Club and to other organizations, officiating as Judge, Sunday morning at the exercises of the Sunday Forum. Congressman Little has been a leading spirit in the recent struggle in Congress to see that the big fortunes paid taxes in accordance with their wealth. The very rich made a terrific effort to keep their sur-taxes down to 32% on incomes of a million, but Congress fixed them at 50%. During the great debate on that subject, Colonel Little opened the debate for those who believe in the 50% sur-tax on the rich, and his speech drew the fire of those who believe that the rich should not pay such tax, but the house voted 201 to 173 in favor of the plan advocated by our Congressman. This makes it easy for Congress to reduce the taxes on a man of small means. His fight, of course, for the interests of the average man will bring the opposition of some of the very rich, but there are not very many of them in this community and it is fortunate for us that we have a Congressman who is never afraid to do what is right, and stand up for the interests of the ordinary people. Kansas City, Kansas, has become so well acquainted with its Congressman that he now enjoys the highest confidence of the peoples and will be given another term in Congress without a doubt. Congressman Little received word from Mrs. Little Sunday that a vote would be had on Friday next on the Anti-Lynching Bill, and left at once for Washington to take part in that struggle in favor of that bill and the square deal for colored men in the South. He said before leaving: "I think that the bill has a splendid chance of passing and it will do a lot of good if it does." Congressman Little has been actively supporting the Resolution of Congressman Tinkham. This provides for a thorough investigation of the methods of voting in the Southern States by which colored men are deprived of their votes. The plan is to get their votes for them or cut down the number of the Southern Congressmen, so that they won't have any more votes in Congress than they would be entitled to have by the number of votes they have at home. This would force them to give the black man a vote and a square deal. Colonel Little was one of the 47 Congressmen who voted for that Resolution the last time it was up. He was the only Kansas Congressman who voted for it. His staunch fight for the rights of colored Republicans has drawn favorable comment from all over the United States. SANTAL CAPSULES MIDY Easy to Take-Quick to Retrieve CATARRH of the BLADDER Sale. Successful Each Capsule bears name K2 MIDY Be aware of counterfeits USE HUTCH-O NON-ALCOHOLIC EXTRACTS EXTRA STRONG which will not Bake or Freeze Out ABSOLUTELY PURE Ask your grocerman for HUTCH-O If he doesn't hardle it send us his name Hutch-O Food Pro. Co. Kansas City, Mo. WHITELAW DRUG STORE 3091 N. 27th St. Kansas City, Kan. PURE DRUGS TOILET ARTICLES CANDIES CIGARS AND TOBACCOS PRESCRIPTIONS OUR SPECIALTY BELL FAIRFAX 4101 Page Hight SHORTER HALL (Continued from First Page) pledged their support toward the fund. A very vigorous eampaign for funds will be started, and al- though a goal has not been de- termined, President Gregg esti- mates that at least’ two hundred thousand dollars will have to be raised at onee. The friends of the community have very kindly helped in housing the boys, but this gives only temporary’ relief. and President Gregg calls upon the Alumni and friends of Wilber: Toree and those who are inter. ested in the development of the Negro youth, to send in gifts for the purpose of raising the funds required. Now is the time, if ever, that the publie has the’ op portunity to give aid to a worthy cause. Contributions in an amount will be gladly aceepted and receipted by Seeretary C. C. Jenkins and the money set aside for this special fund. ‘The build. ing must be started at onee in order to be ready for oecupaney by the opening of school for the next scholastic year in October. How strange that just a little over a week before the bell, which had been calling students tor over fifty years, should have tolled the requiem of Dr. Thomas Jackson, the last of the first three wraduates of Wilberforce, and then, as Miss Brown puts it, tolled the knell of the building where it had hung sinee the eom- pletion of the building, following the destruction by five of the original building ou the night of the -assassination of President Lincoln, during the Presidency of Bishop D, AL Payne, And as Bishop Payne said, while looking upon the ashes of the old strue- Ture: “It went down wood, but it shall xo up brick and stone,” may we not say that out of the ashes of the old shall rise Phoenix- like a structure that shall exem- plify the hopes and aspirations o£ the race in its ceaseless stra gle for the very best in the new age that is now upon us, J.'0. MIDNIGHT ANGEIMECE trom First Page) horter, he oceupted the front rants, then as preacher in the mission charge, on the cirenit, then in the large stations. Then he was a real secretary, one of the best the country has ever known. Ile made a place for himself as seere- tary of the general conference, and from that place, 1920, he was told to put down his pen, quit writing minutes. and under the direction of the Holy Spirit pre- pare to write appointments, and this is what he is doing now. On the beneh of bishops he will be in the front rank. I could just write a whole letter about him, but will refrain from doing so. In a recent letter I told you about the wife, the companion o! Bishop Johnson, and she continues by his side. Thad the pleasure of seeing them celebrate their thir- Tieth wedding anniversary. ‘This happened in Athens, Texas, She is giving inspiration to the women and saying some helpful things to them. YL have been in touch with some vf the leading men and women in Texas, und some of them through. out the country, My travel this Year has been nation-vide, aud Yet it is nothing to what it is ye. ing to be if L keep up, {have been associated with Dr, John A. Gregg. and there was a zreat Friend of mine who erosved “over the river the other, day, Dr Thomas H. Jackson of Wilber. Force. who was the treasurer apd ‘one of the most nated orators and debaters in the race. He was 2 Factor in the general conference, and a man of great ability. 1 say him when at Wilberforce, al. though he was not well, and then T bad the pleasure of coming in Touch “with others around and about there. I told you of the impressions 1 had there, and I will not go hack over this. T have been in company with Dr. 8. J. Johnson, who is a recog: ‘nized leader in Texas, and a mai of ability. Dr. Johnson has beer making some talks through th state on extending the church until they are calling him ‘‘Churel Extension Johnson.” ‘This suit him already if they will eall hit ‘that at the general conference t« ‘be held in Louisville, 1924. Now X am guessing at the place, bu Losisville is inviting them ther: and E can see the commission it February voting to go to Louis ville. This is a good place anc they will have a good time there Let them go to Louisville; anc eee Ne) eee ee ene re S. J. Johnson, | Then there is Rev. S. B. Butler, who wants to be a Bishop, and he preached a bishop sermon here the other night, and Dr. E. J. Howard turned loose in the day, and he is the son of thunder and a mighty preacher, He is on the list for elevation also, and I could mention ;some others’in Texas, but this is not the time. | Rev. J. Hz: Ilughes is the mau lof flowers, and believe me when | T tell you he can make such bean- tiful pietures with the words of. our language. Ile is what is termed a modern word painter, and he usex his paint brush to perfee- tion, Right by his side is his wife, Mis. L. M, Hughes, who is some scholar herself and a great! mission worker. I like to come in touch with such strong, able: women and men, | There is my friend, Dr. J.C. Caldwell. Let us all pray for this young intelleetual giant. Ilis wife has lost her health and jper- haps to never be a well woman again in this world, but God will take care of her soul. Some day she will be with Him, and we may, join her there in perfeet health. The pains that we may pass through in this world will be all the swecter in the other world. when we are with Jesus, the Man of Sorrow and of Grief. This is such a beautiful thought. T have walked and talked. and have slept at the home of the Commissioner of Edueation for the African Methodist Episcopal church, Dr. A. S. dackson of! Waco, a man of strong parts, a man of ability. a man of wealth, From a bootblack to one of the} highest positions held by a lay- man in the African Methodist Episcopal churel is the record of this genius. IIe has not slept on his rights but has been acenmu-! lating and laying aside for his! wife. for he declared that her) first few years as his wife ere! spent in suffering. while the oth- ers mast be spent in pleasure, in ease al comfort. He owns a raneh, : ght in town, so (9 5; cak, Plenty Logs, and some of the larg- est T have ever seen, and cows, peean grove. fruit orchard—well, anything you want Professor, Jackson ean supply it, and then he has a well-trained mind, ne of the ripest scholars in the whole! race and country. | Lam getting to the place where T must bring: this letter to a stop Pray for me, that IT may hold out and hold on, 1 must mention the Rev, Dr. II, A. Cart, who is bishop timber and one of the finest men { have met this year, THe is a trained man, and right by his side is his wife, who is a worker among the women here, While attending conference some one broke in their home, but they did not yet any money, and left disgusted. 1 wonder if that fool burglar) thought that the Carrs were fools too, and would go away from! home and leave money there for him.to come in and help himself. He was certainly one of them damphules you “hear so mueli cabout, and T will award him the; gold medal if he will just reveal to me his identity, and J will fur nish him with some beautiful bracelets to wear, 1 will be to! [him a friend and not an enemy.’ “Fess up now, Mr, Robber, and “spress yourself to me." I will write yon a letter just after Xmas day, and then 1 will send you another one’ My letter pbefore Christmas will come from Jefferson City, Mo. and after .Ninas, well wait and see. 7 Toh AtTIAT era PASEO Y. M. C. A. NOTES Dr. Barker’s address to a hundred and seventy-five fath- ers and sons was well received and will mean much in helping to shape the lives of the boys who were privileged to hear him. He has sent to the secre- tary a large number of booklets which, through the kindness of a friend may be delivered free to those who call for them. The dormitory meeting that is held every Sunday morning promptly at 10 am., is growing ‘in interest and attendance. Prof, Howell spoke last Sunday on “The Power of Poetry.” It /was helpful and apzreciated by the men. Prof. W. E. Griffin will ad- }dress the dormitory meeting Sunday, Dec, 18. The afternoon meeting viill be addressed by |Dr, D. M. Miller. The hour is | 8:30 p. m., sharp. Both men are great and earnest thinkers. Inspiring messages ara assured. All men and boys are invited. Prof. J..S. Moten’s address ' The Katisas City Advocate, December 16, 1921 | ROAD SERVICE |: AJAX McCLAREN = TIRES Sania ae 1 TIRES = ND 1 AND = TUBES | FAIRFAX 3185 _ TUBES 5 ACCESSORIES RETREADING = SECTIONS = WINSDALE TIRE & SUPPLY CO. = 1006 Walker Ave. Kansas City, Kans. = ATTY T TURE TVALTTEPELLETATITATEDOTOCUTUTRTITU A EVETE TET TU LETTE ATERTTETV TTT Pe en Ss ei ’. A. Fletch Dr. T. A. Fletcher Announces that he has opened offices in the ; Thompkins Building 1509 East 18th St. AND THAT HE WILL TREAT DIEASES OF THE EYE, EAR, NOSE AND THROAT EXCLUSIVELY | GLASSES FITTED CORRECTLY OFFICE PHONE CLIFTON 0195 Phone Cliften $101 ‘ Residence 1218 Michigan DR. T. A. FLETCHER Be ‘a last Sunday on “Do We Think” started many to thinking. The North Central district conference of social workers held its regular monthly meet- ing in the Y. M. C. A. last Wed- nesday at 4:30 p.m. A good work is being done in relieving suffering among the people. AY. M. C. A. membership will make a present that will last a whole year. Don’t fail to make some man or boy hap,17. Regular gymnasium classes are being held daily. Bible classes are being held each ‘Monday and Friday evening. Committees of various organi- zations are availing themselves of the privilege of holding their |meetings in the new Y. M.C. A. This is gratifying, for this building stands for the con- structive helpfulness of the en- tire citizenship. QUAKOR OIL Heat for Golds. Catarrh. Grippe. Rronchitis fae in great demand for ove as a nrevents- te during the epideautc of Spanish lathe eure Your draggist or direct 25c. a bottte. THE QUAKOR CIL Co., 131 W. 31st St., New York, ADMINISTRATONS NOTICE State of Kansas Wyanvatte County, ss, Case No. 11,365. In the Probate Court in and for said County. - In the matter of the estate of Florence Ford, deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Administration have been granted to the undersigned on the Estate of Florence Ford late of said County, deceased by the Honoreble the Pro- bate Court of the County and State aforesaid dated the 28rd day of No- vember A. D., 1921. Now, all persons having claims agaisnt the said e:tate are hercby rotified that they must present the same to the undersigned for allow- ance within ene year from date of said letters, or they may b> preeli- ed from any benefit of such estate; and that if such claims be not ex- hibited within two years after the date of s9'4 letters, they shail b2 fo1- ever barred, RUBY BROOKS Administrator of the Estate of Flor- ence Ford, Deceased. Kansas City, Kansas, Nov. 25. 1921. In witness whereof, the unders’gacd Probate Judce in and for the County of Wyandotte, State of Kansvs, hive hereunto set my hand and affixed tke seal of the said Probate oCurt. this 2st day of November. A. D.. 1921. JOHN T. SIMS, | Probate Judge (First published Dec. 2, 1921) PUBLICATION NOTICE In the District Court ‘of Wyandotte County, 3:d_ Div, Davetna Washington. Paintiff, ws. Fred Washington, Defendart. No. 17265. z To Fred Washington: You ere hereby notified that you have been sued by the above named wtaint'ff. in the ;Distriet Court of Wyandotte Cuonty, for divorce, avd that you are required to answer the petition of olaintiff, filed in the office of the Clerk of the District Court of Wyandotte County, Kansas, on or be- fore the 27th day of January, 1922, or said petition. will be taker as true and judgment will be rendered against you in favor of plaintiff, grantirg her on absolute divorce of and from you and for such other and further relief as the nature ol the case may reauire and for costs. DORSHY GREEN, Attorny for Plaintiff. (First published Dec. 16, 1921). PUBLICATOIN NOTICE In the District Court of Wyan- dotte Couny, Kansas. Frances Morris, Plaintiff, vs. Wil- liam H. Morris, Defendant. No. W077. Div. 1. State of Kansas, Wyandotte Coun- ty, ss. To the above xamed defendant: You will take notice that on the 4th day of November, 1921, the plaintif above named filed her ptition in the Clerks pffice, in the District Court of Wyandotte County, State of Kanses against you asking for a divorce 0: the grounds of abandonment an¢ gross neglect of dvty Unless you answer, demur or otherwise object on or before the 31st day of Decem- ber, 1921, the allegation, statemerts, averments and contents in said peti tion will be taken as true, and upor further proof, the plaistif will be granted a divorce as praved for. L. W. JOHNSON, Attoncey for Plaintiff. Attest: R. J. McFarland, Clerk, by W. F. Mathis, Deputy. | (Firs published Nov. 18, 1921) ee Nore 1, 1028) i PUBLICATION NOTICE In the District Comt of Wyandotte County, Kansas. Division No. 3. No. 17160-A-3, J. W. Gillespie, Plaint'ff, vs, Build- ing Laborers International Protective Union of America Local No. 1 and The Building Laboreré’ International Protective Union of America, De- fendants, To the above named defe-dants: You and each of you are hereby notified that you have been sued by the above named plaint‘ff in the ebove entitled court to qiite his title to the following described real estate situated in Wyandotte County, Kay- sas, to-wit: The south (%Y One-half of Lot (4) four, Block (54) Fiftv-four, for- mer City of Wyandotte, now a part sf Kansas City, Kans:s ’ and unless you ard ech of 391 ap- Perr iv said comt and answ - the nleint'ff’s petition in said cau ¢ on er before the 6th day of January, 1922, the allegat’ons of ssid pe'i “cn will te taken as true and judgm:nt will be re-dered ag-ints said defendarts adjvdging and decreeine the plani- tiff to be the owrer in fee simple of the above described real eztate. and quietirg his title thereto, and ad- judging avd decveeirg that the de- fendants esch and all of them have no right. title or interst in end to said real estate, and fo-ever eajoi-- ine and ‘prohib'ting said d-feidants and each and oll cf them from, ever setting up or assertive or ele-ming sry iight, title or interest in or to Seid real estzte, adverse to the plain- tiff, his heiis or assigns, and for all other just and eon‘table yeliet J. W. GILLESPIE, Plaint'ff, L FORRFST B. ANDERSOV Attormey for Plaixtiff. Attest: R. J. McFarland, Clerk of District Cort bv W. F. Mathis, Denvty Clark District Court. (First published Nov. 25, 1921.) PUBICATION NOTICE In the District Court or Wyandotte County, Kansas. Div. 2. Mahala Grayson, Plaictiff, vs. James Grayson, Defendant. No. 17138-A. 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