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PATRONIZE OUR XMAS ADVERTISERS IN THIS AND NEXT WEEK'S ISSUE Vol. IX FIRST BAPTIST COM- PLETED Congregation Will Worship in New Auditorium for First Time Sunday Morning. PUBLIC RECEPTION MONDAY EVENING Public to be Eentertained With Fine Musical Program. The members of First Baptist church are full of joy this week, looking forward to the dedication of their new church building at the corner of Fifth treet and Nebraska Avenue. For the first time they will worship in the auditorium. The seats are all in place. The electric fixtures, including the impressive, artistic center chandelier, with art glass above, are already for the current. The floor is highly polished; the new isle runners are being laid; in fact, everything seems to be in readiness for complete use. The pool is artistically backed by decorative glass, and the green curtains give it a rich setting. Lights from the attic spaces will shine through art glass over the center of the auditorium and over the choir. The pipe organ is the only feature that has had to await the dedication. At six o'clock Sunday morning, the faithful members and all who want to start out aright with their worship in the new building, will gather for prayer meeting. At eleven o'clock, immediately after Sunday School, the members and friends will gather in the basement of the church. Here they will line up behind the Deacons and the other officers of the church and march in solemn file to the auditorium floor, where the regular morning services will be conducted. For this sermon, the special services of the Rev. Mr. T. L. Griffith, pastor of the Second Baptist of San Francisco, California, has been secured. He will also preach at the evening services. For the afternoon of Sunday and for Monday evening special programs have been arranged as follows: Program for Sunday afternoon at 3 o'clock: Opening Chorus....First Baptist Choir Introductory Remarks..... Rev. W. A. Bowren, pastor Address.....Prof. A. J. Neely, Supervisor of Grade Schools Song.....First Baptist Choir Address.....Hon. Harry B. Burton, Mayor of Kansas City, Kansas Vocal Solo.....Mrs. D. A. Holmes Song.....First Baptist Choir Five-Minute Talks by visiting pastors Monday Evering. On Monday evening, December 18, the church will hold a public reception for all citizens. The church would like at this time to take a silver offering only. The friends of the church, especially those who have so loyally assisted during the period of building, will be entertained with music and with refreshments, served in the beautiful lecture room. On this floor is one of the best equipped church kitchens in the city. The following will be the features of the program for the reception, beginning at 8 o'clock sharp: Welcome Address....D. E. Henderson Response.....G. B. Buster Several musical numbers by West- Presentation of BIBLE, a gift from Mrs. Powell. Vocal Solo.....Miss Adeline Jordan "The Work of the Sewing Circle"..... .....Mrs. Anna Scruggs Violin Solo.....Chauncey Downs "Our B. Y. P. U.".....Mr. W. Morgan Vocal Solo.....Mrs. Augusta Dunlap "The Modern Sunday School"..... .....Prof. Sherman Scruggs Clarinet Solo.....Doxey Wilkerson Refreshments served in the lecture room. Miss Almah Griffin, the adopted daughter of Rev. and Mrs. J. F. Griffin, who is attending Tabor college, at Tabor, Ia., is leading her classes. Miss Griffin is the only colored student attending that school. Her many warm friends here congratulate her in the fine work she is doing. - SUBSCRIPTION PRICE TWELVE MONTHS. $1.50 OMAHA, NEBRASKA. Truly this has been a real week of Thanksgiving for the members and friends of St. John A. M. E. church; Sunday, marking the realization of their ideal: "A BIGGER AND BETTER ST. JOHN," in the laying of the Cornerstone of the, new $100,000 building, which is conceded to be the largest and most magnificent edifice in the Middle West, built by Negroes. The Cornerstore was laid by the A. F. & A. M. of the state. G. M. Wilson of Lincoln, officiating. The admirable and progressive pastor, Rev. W. C. Williams, presented Dr. W. F. Botts, pastor of Zion Baptist Church, who led in prayer; he then presented Dr. F. Jesse Peck, president of W. U., and Superintendent of the State Industrial Department of that Institution, who addressed the audience of about two thousand, representing both races, after which the Masonic ceremonies were executed over the "Stone Which Was Laid in the Corner of the Building," and the weekly building fund amount of $733.00, was reported. Dr. Peck was the honor guest on this occasion, and preached two very impressive sermons at morning and evening services. In the morning, he charmed his hearers, in that gentle manner, so typical of him, convincing them that "As a man thinketh in his heart, so is he." At night, he bade them, in forceful and eloquent tones, to "Lift up thine eyes unto the hills, from whence cometh all thy strength." Both sermons were simple, practical and impressive, and many were made to shed tears following the Doctor's wonderful word pictures of real life. It is to the efficiency of Rev. W. C. Williams, that this achievement, so far, is credited. He is now beginning his sixth year of pastorate, having in the last five years raised the standard of Methodism, both numerically and financially. He has been instrumental in increasing the membership of the church, from 390 to 1,500, as well as acquiring for them five pieces of property, valued at $11,000. This record of itself, places him in a class to himself, as a financier in the A. M. E. church. Not only is he active in religious affairs, but also is a potent factor in the commercial and civic welfare of the Race, having lent free aid in helping our citizens to acquire personal property and places of business. He was instrumental in making possible a factory where our women were given their first opportunity to demonstrate to the business man of the other group, their ability to master Textile Industry, so satisfactorily did this experiment result, that there now stands to our credit a threestory building where seventy-five of our women are employed. Altogether, the Reverend has been a blessing to the church and community at large. As tangible evidence of this, the church is tendering Rev. and Mrs. Williams a banquet and reception at the Y. M. C. A. building, Friday evening at 8:20. The public is invited. MRS. BELLE RILEY THE MAYOR OF BROOKLYN ATTORNEY E. A. SHACKLEFORD. One of the younger lawyers of this city, who has reached a high standard in his profession, filling the high and honored position of Assistant Prosecuting Attorney of Wyandotte County for two years, with credit to himself and the County. He has a nice practice and is ever found true to his clients. He has well located office rooms at 511 Minnesota avenue. Mr. Taylor, the husband of Mrs. Cora Taylor, is confined to the house with illness on the Missouri side. Kansas City, Kansas; Friday. Dec. 15, 1922 Mrs. Hattie Coleman Knight Evangelist of Chicago, is conducting a Revival at St. Luke, A. M. E. Church, Twelfth street and Ann avenue. Many souls have come to Christ in the first week of the campaign. Mrs. Knight has been in the evangelistic work sixteen years. Will close December 17. CITY Kansas City, Kansas; Frida ADVERTISERS RADIO FOR XMAS. Give your boy a Christmas present, that will KEEP him at home. We can furnish you a Crystal Set—That will Amuse, Entertain and keep him at home; a set complete, except aerial and phones, $5; Installed complete, ready to listen in, $15. Complete instructions for installing FREE. Guaranteed. Address Swancy Exchange, 2060 North Third street, Kansas City, Kansas. CIVIC LEAGUE PLANS FOR BIG YEAR. The meeting of The Civic League on the 28th of November, which closed the term of Rev. J. F. Griffith, and ushered in the new president and other officers, was quite a success. Bishop Vernon was present as the guest of honor, and delivered a message of encouragement. The League starts off with a most excellent executive committee, consisting of fourteen members, each one of which is the chairman of a standing committee, consisting of several members. In the arrangement, care has been taken that each man is assigned such work as he is well suited, inclined, and capable of performing, by which means every man in the League is given a duty to perform; and it is fondly hoped by all concerned, that we now have a well organized and well appointed organization, which will accomplish much good in the future. committees are as follows: Committee on Schools and Facilities. A. J. Neely. Committee on City Affairs, C. W. Comagor. Committee on Welfare, Rev. D. B. Jackson. Committee on Patronage, William Boone. Committee on Education, John A. Hodge. Committee on Charity, J. R. Thompson. Committee on Public Weal, Rev. Geo. McNeal. Committee on Information and Steerage, Ben Robinson. Committee on Young Men, Rev. W. A. Bowren. Committee on Publicity, Thos. Kennedy. Committee on Race Pride, W. H. Towers. Committee on business co-operation, J. G. N. Gray. Committee on Industry, W. C. Fredericks. Committee on Investment Enterprises, Rev. J. F. Griffin. A vice-chairman was also selected for each of these committees, which was thought to be a helpful-plan. For the purpose of repleasing the treasury of the League, it was decided that each member should pay the sum of $1 and the chairmen of the several committees, were given a list of the men on their respective committees; and they were empowered and expected to collect the same from such members. After a modest lunch, with inspiring remarks, we adjourned to meet at their rooms over the Home Drug Co., Tuesday evening, December 12. L. F. BRADLEY, Pres. BOOTH SMITH, Sec. Mr. and Mrs. Richard Berry entertained Mr. W. W. Evans and Mr. J. B. Chenalt of Chicago, Ill., at an excellent dinner at their home, 742 Oakland avenue, Sunday, December 10. Mrs. Hattie Colen Evangelist of Chicago, is conducting a Re Church, Twelfth street and Ann avenue. Christ in the first week of the campaign Mrs. Knight has been in the evangelist Will close December ADVOCATE CITIZENS' FORUM. The Citizens' Forum had another one of its largest meetings this year. The President called them to order, and after the invocation by Rev. Holly, the Lincoln High School orchestra played a selection. Quotations were given by many and Mrs. M. C. Matthews gave an original quotation, in poetry and received the most applause; and President Davis called her the "Poetess Laureate." Good current events were given by Miss Tressie Smothers, a teacher at Lincoln High. Mrs. Dwiggins gave one current event. Prof. Cooke, principal of Lincoln High was introduced and made remarks. After another selection by the orchestra, the principal address on "The Problems of Leisure," was read by Prof. Thompkins of Kansas City, Mo. It was a very fine paper. The orchestra played the "Flower Song," from Blumenlied, a classic which was enced. The paper was discussed and praised by Rev. T. Knapper and Prof. Jno. Hodge of Sumner High talked on the paper and praised Mrs. Matthews for giving a poetical challenge for Sumner to Lincoln High. Prof. Hodge also said that it is left for the ministers and churches to find something for to employ the young peoples' leisure. 'Twas a fine program and next Sunday another program will be rendered, and the Committee on Nomination of officers will be named. Come to the Forum. EVANGELIST MRS. KNIGHT AT ST. LUKE A. M. E. CHURCH. Mrs. Hattie Coleman-Knight of Chicago, is conducting a revival campaign at St. Luke, A. M. E. church, corner of Twelfth street and Ann avenue. This is the second week for Mrs. Knight and many are said to have been converted to Christ. Mrs. Knight is a strong evangelist and very spiritual in her meetings. She will close her campaign December 17. The church is also being greatly revived by the gospel sermons delivered by this messenger. The pastor, Rev. Watts, and members invite the public to attend these soul-saving meetings. Mrs. Alice Browne, 1015 Freeman avenue, matron of Sumner High school has been quite sick since last Friday. Her friends wish for her a speedy recovery. A. Who is rated among the best colored attorneys in Kansas City, or even this part of the West. Attorney Green is active in politics, both County and State, and is frequently called on for council in County and State affairs, in the interest of his party. He is a member of the State Board of Trustees of Western University, being appointed by the present Governor, Mr. Allen. His office, which is said to be the nearest and best equipped in the city is located at 516 Minnesota avenue. THOMAS KENNEDY EDITOR AND PUBLISH HIAWATHA, KANS. Mrs. Elbert Lampkins and daughter of Miami, Mo., were guests at the home of her sister, Mrs. Harvey Hobson during the holidays. They will remain for a short visit. From here they are going to Pratt, Kansas, where they will make their home. Miss Pearl Alexander and Rev. H. Alexander, both of Hiawatha, were united in marriage during the holidays. Mrs. John Gamble entertained at her home, 208 Iowa street, Sunday, December 3, for dinner. Rev. J. W. Stapleton, Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Hobson, Mrs. Lampkins and daughter, Mrs. Duncan, her two sons and daughter of White Cloud, Kans., and also Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Goodlow and son of Horton. The Church work is moving along nicely, all are striving to do what the Lord has commanded them to do. Rev. J. W. Stapleton delivered the message to a small assembly of appreciative hearers Thanksgiving morning. More should have been present to hear the wonderful sermon on Thanksgiving. Our minds should be relaxed to take note of all the blessings we enjoyed not only for the day, but the year. We all know what a jewel consistency is, if we only stop to think a bit. Lets have the beaten path. The Thanksgiving programme was a wonderful success. It was well patronized by out of town visitors. Everyone expressed the pleasure of being present. MRS. HARVEY HOBSON, Reporter. Patronize our HOME Xmas Stores. WEST END PHARMACY. The West End Pharmacy, 1308 North Tenth street, near Washington boulevard, is truly the Christmas center this year. This store has spent lots of money, in Xmas goods for holiday buyers and of a large assortment and quality. No store in the city have a better assortment to select their Xmas presents than, at the West End Pharmacy. Mr. Rodgers, head clerk and general manager, with Mrs. Dillard, his assistant and Miss Anderson, all working in harmony, never let a customer feel unwelcome, whether it's a 5c sale or a $5 purchase. Quality and service is the motto of the West End Pharmacy. SECOND ANNUAL DINNER. Neighborhood Floral Club. The Neighborhood Floral Club will give their Second Annual dinner New Year's Day, 1923, at the residence of Mrs. Josie Walker's, 334 Everett avenue. This dinner will be free and large preparations are being made for an elaborate affair. JOSIE WALKER, Pres. MABEL ARMSTEAD, Sec'y. Our Xmas Stores are chuck full of splendid wares. DR. W. M. BLOUNT, M. D. Who has only been in the city something over a year has proven decisively in this short time of his science in medicine and as a surgeon. He has built up in this short period a most wonderful practice and is growing rapidly. Dr. Blount is exceedingly active in every civic movement for the race and city's best interest and never fails to do his part, when and wherever needed. The doctor has a nice suite of rooms at 428 Minnesota avenue, with the latest instruments and equipment. Number 18 MIDNIGHT ATTENDS BAPTIST CONVENTION HEARS PLENTY OF ORA- TORY DR. L. K. WILLIAMS ELECTED PRESIDENT ST. LOUIS, MO. Well, when you read this letter, the National Baptist Convention will have passed into eternity with its Forty-second annual session, and we will all be looking forward to another time when the would be looking for new inspiration and life. There are to be some real work done now by the convention. I told you Dr. L. K. Williams would be the next president and he is now the real president of the National Baptist convention. When I wrote to you last week, I was down in Texas with Bishop William Decker Johnson, D. D. LL. D., the man who is doing so much for God and the Negro race. Under him things are just happening. I want to thank God for it. Will you join me in thanking Him? I am sure that you will and I will just continue to go right on serving my Lord and Master. Now, I left the town and made my way to Corsicana, where I spent the Sunday, and moved along to another part of the world. I wish you could have been with me, for you would have enjoyed being with me, a big man of the race. I spoke at the A. M. E. church in the morning and in the evening at the Baptist church, and they got through time enough for me to leave on a train for iron carriage horse for Texarkana, Ark.-Tex. I could not get a bed car, but I got other cars and they were worthwhile, for I went to sleep, and while I got up the road others got on, all headed for the National Baptist conventin. It was a nice ride. At Texarkana, we found a big crowd Now what happened? We learned other which was not chair inclined, that a special train had been prepared to tote us to St. Louis, and I decided to wait for it, first making a trip to Hope, and speaking to the children at the school. Hope is a wonderful place, and I certainly did enjoy being there. Now then, back to Texarkana, and soon I was thrown with the Texas and Arkansas people and even the Louisiana people going to St. Louis. Dr. A. L. Boone, ex-president of the Missionary and Educational convention of Texas, told me that he had a bed for me in the bed car which he had, while Rev. P. W. Wesley told me that he did not have any room for me. I went with the crowd from Dallas and Fort Worth. We did not leave Texarkana until about 7 o'clock but it looked liked to me that that old iron horse would just run his fool brains out. He snorted, and grounsted, and puffed and blowed, until he reached Little Rock, and there we were joined by another crowd from Pine Bluff. They had a little trouble, for they had been promised—in fact they were in what they called a chair carriage or something like that, and were told to get out and get in another which was not chain inclined, and they bolted. "You promised us a chair car, and if you don't give it to us, then we will go back home." Well, by the time we had cussed and discussed it was 10 o'clock at night and the men they called switchmen refused to work, and we had to wait just one hour fifty minutes before we could get started, and that old thing again tried to run its fool brains out. St. Louis was reached, and there was that big Pierce-Arrow, from Poro college waiting to convey me to the college, my home, my headquarters, and among my friends, for I have found Prof. Aaron E. and Mrs. Annie M| Malone to be my friends. It seemed that every one in the Poro family is a friend to me. I am so glad to have friends. I was soon in my room, and then went to East St. Louis, and back to the city for night, going out to the pre-convention meeting. It was a fine meeting and I was (Continued on Page 3.) THE KANSAS CITY ADVOCATE THOMAS KENNEDY, Editor and Proprietor. MRS. M. C. MATTHEWS, Society Editor. MRS. F. L. PRINCE Circulating Manager. PUBLISHED EVERY FRIDAY —at— Office 608 North Sixth Street Phone Drexel 1814 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. Christmas Day. SAUIOUR, whom this holy mora Gave to our world below, To mortal want and labor born, And more than mortal woe; Incarnate Word! by every grief, By each temptation tried, Who lived to yield our lil's relief, And to redeem us, died! If gaily clothed and proudly fed, In dangerous wealth we dwell, Remind us of Thy manger bed And lowly cottage cell! If, prest by poverty severe, In envious want we pine, Oh, may the Spirit whisper near How poor a lot was Chine! Through fickle fortune's various scene From sin preserve us free! Like us Chou hast a mourner been— May we rejoice with Thee! —Reginald Reber. 306 MYTHS OF CHRISTMAS SEASON Among Some of Peasantry of France Is Belief That Bread Remains Fresh Ten Years. EGENDS and myths without number have become associated with the celebration of Christmas. Among some of the peasantry of France LEGENDS and myths without number have become associated with the celebration of Christmas. Among some of the peasantry of France is a strong belief that loaves of bread baked at Christmas will remain fresh for ten years. It is also believed by some of the simple folk that during the whole of the Christmas holidays a portion of bread should be left on the table day and night because the Holy Mother may come to share it. For some reason not to be explained, there is a superstition among some French peasant wives that no bread must be baked between Christmas day and the Feast of the Circumcision, because an infraction of this rule will bring disaster on the household. There is a peasant belief of age long standing that if the cattle on the farm be given drink immediately after the midnight mass of Christmas their health will continue good throughout the year. Another belief is that if seed of wheat be wrapped in a tablecloth which has been used for Christmas dinner, a profitable harvest will be insured. Another strange belief is that a cold bath taken on Christmas day will protect the bather against fever and toothache throughout the year Mr. A. J. Bouldin made a flying trip to Memphis, Tenn., last week to visit his father a few miles out of the city. Mr. Bouldin left on Sunday night and returned Thursday. SOCIETY. Mr. and Mrs. Fred Anderson and Miss Thelma Mosby and others visited Metropolitan church Sunday. Dr. Rogers, dean of Western College, preached at Eighth Street Baptist Tabernacle Sunday. Rev. A. Royston was sent by First Baptist Church of Lawrence to the National Baptist Convention at St. Louis. His estimable wife went also. Dr. Harrison, stopped at Rev. and Mrs. A. Royston's while in our city. Mrs. V. Calhoun did not go to St. Louis to the National Baptist Convention. Miss Olive Henderson is arranging her program for the Interstate Literary. She is one of the secretaries. Mrs. Pearl Bryant was elected Matron of Electa Chapter last Monday and Mrs. L. Brown was elected Associate Matron. Mrs. Lou Purnel of Kansas City, Mo., was over Monday attending Electa chapter. Mrs. Taylor, mother of Mrs. D. F. Harris, came home from St. Louis, and is still sick at her daughter's, 1109 N. Tenth street. THE WEEKLY ANNOUNCER OF FIRST A. M. E. CHURCH THE WEEKLY ANNOUNCER OF FIRST A. M. E. CHURCH NEW FILLING STATION BE SQUARE GASOLINE, OILS AND GREASES LATEST TYPE BOWSER PUMP SERVICE ACCESSORIES AJAX AND McCLAREN TIRES AND TUBES ROAD SERVICE FAIRFAX 3185 Crank Case Service. Cups Filled. Springs Oiled WINSDALE TIRE & SUPPLY CO. D. WILSON, Mgr. 1006 Walker Ave., K. C., K. ```markdown ``` J. F. GRIFFIN, Pastor. Residence, 1111 North Eighth St. Residence Phone, Fairfax 2904 Alex. Jones, Assistant Pastor. ORDER OF SERVICES. 9:30 A. M., Sunday School. 11:00 A. M., preaching. 5:00 P. M., Junior Allen League. 6:00 P. M., Senior Allen League. 7:30 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 Quarterly meeting Sunday was attended largely at all three of the services. Rev. J. S. Payne, presiding elder, was present and filled the pulpit at the morning and evening services. Rev. Payne is a spiritual preacher and the people of First church and friends enjoy his sermons. Rev. W. T. Osborn of Ebenezer, de livered the Communion Sermon at 3 o'clock. It was greatly enjoyed. Love feast was well attended Friday night and many rejoiced in the Lord. The quarterly conference Monday night, made the best reports that has been reported in this church, Rev. Payne, presided. The pastor Rev. J. F. Griffin will start Sunday morning on his second series of sermons. These sermons are especially prepared and as the other series, are expected to strengthen the professed Christian and change the lives of men and women. The Sabbath School is making preparations for their Christmas program. The two Allen Leagues are being largely attended every Sunday evening and with splendid programs. The Senior League will meet from now on at 6:00 p. m. Come out to these meetings young people. They will be very helpful to you. Visitors and friends always have a welcome at First Church. The choirs are arranging special Christmas music and the people will have a fine musical treat at the Holiday season. CHERRYVALE, KANSAS. Editor of Kansas City Advocate: Please allow me space in your much read journal to say a few words concerning Thanksgiving and our trustee helpers' carnival. The dinner was in charge of the Stewards' Board and will say it was all that could be desired. They served chicken, goose, roast beef, potatoes, salad, corn bread, cranberries, mashed potatoes and gravy, pickles, jelly, celery and cake and pie of many varieties and other edibles, too numerous to mention when the supper and day was over the Stewardess had realized $15.50. On Friday night following the Trustees' helpers had a carnival which was very profitable from a financial and all other standpoints. The church has put on new life and we are striving to make it what it ought to be. The trustee Helpers cleared $12.50. Success to you. DAWSON SELF. Pastor. Argentine, Kansas St. Paul A. M. E. church, Kansas City, Kans. 2325 Ruby avenue. J. A. Broadnax, Pastor. Services every Sunday. Sunday school, 9:30 a. m. Preaching at 11. Class, 12:15. Preaching 7:30 p. m. Prayer meeting Wednesday nights. You are welcome to all services. THE KANSAS CITY ADVOCATE KING SOLOMON BAPTIST CHURCH Third Stret and Garfield Avenue Parsonage, 206 Garfield Ave. Phone Fairfax 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. ST. LUKE A. M. E. CHURCH Services: Preaching, 11 a. m. and 8 p.m. Sunday school, 2:30 p.m. A. C. L. E., 6:30 to 7:30 p.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. METROPOLITAN TEMPLE NOTES A large number assembled at this church and after the usual opening, Rev. Battles read Ephes. 5th Chap. and the choir sang "Keep the Sunshine," and by request, also sang "Take your burdens to the Lord." Then hundreds of the members testified as witnesses for Jesus. All present enjoyed a spiritual service. The S. S. was largely attended, too. The B. Y. P. U. had a fine song service and meeting. At night Rev. Holly, who has been lecturing in Arkansas, made a few remarks on his travels. Then Dr. Johnson of Mt. Vernon Baptist Church of Chicago, preached well, and told of Dr. L. K. Williams of Chicago being elected president of the great National Baptist Convention Wednesday night. Dr. E. L. Harrison preached a fine sermon to a large crowd Friday night, the Missionary Society gave a turkey hunt and had a delightful time. Next Sunday, December 17. Dr. H. B. Bronson, our new pastor, will preach one of his powerful sermons. All are invited to Metropolitan Church. The deacons and members have done well although they've had opposition from foes without and within. They have paid every cent on the church thus far. Now they need someone to lead and finish partitioning the basement, and they can have one of the finest kitchens in any state. Then when they get the pews they can seat over 1500 people, and whenever that is done, they can have a real dedication. The dog star Sirius appears to have lost its tag. Examine your canine. SURD ENOUGH. Jimmie: Sister says she expects a handsome present from you Christmas. Cholly: Hand-some? Maybe she means me. MRS. R. J. ULMER See DRESSMAKING DESIGNING, FITTING AND BEADING, EMBROIDERING Also I take care of Children in my home by day, week or month 2115 Walnut Blvd., K. C., K. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH Kansas City, Kansas. Rev. W. A. Bowren, D. D., Pastor Sunday school, 9:30 a. m.; preaching, 11 a. m., and 8 p. m. B. Y. P. U., 6:30 p. m. Prayer and praise service, Wedneslay, 3 p. m. In the District Court of Wyandotte County, Kansas. Division No. 2. Leon Stuckey, Plaintiff. vs. No. 19535-A Amy Stuckey, Defendant. To Amy Stuckey, Greeting: You are hereby notified that you have been sued by your husband, Leon Stuckey, for a decree of divorce in the District Court of Wyandotte County, Kansas, on the grounds of gross neglect of duty, extreme cruelty and adultry, and that unless you answer the petition of said plaintiff filed hein on or before the 5th day of January, 1923, said petition will be taken as true and judgment will be rendered against you granting said plaintiff an absolute divorce and such other and further relief as he may be entitled to in Equity. WM. H. TOWERS, Attorney for Plaintiff. (First Published Nov. 24, 1822.) GEO. H. BROWN REAL ESTATE CO. 5-room house, city water, light, Stewart avenue, $1,500 and terms. 3-room house. New Jersey avenue; $1,000; $100 down and terms. 7-room house, Stewart avenue; city water; electric lights and gas; $2,500, with terms. 5-room house, city water, bath, gas. 70x140 feet. Price, $3000; $500 down. 4-room house, 25x135 ft.; $1200; $200 down. 5-room house. water in the yard, $2000; $300 down; one block of car line. 5-room house, strictly modern, with hard wood floors. Corner lct. one block of two car lines. $3200; for terms call Fairfax 0767. Large list of other property for sale. Call Gas & Power Real Estate Co. Geo. H. Brown Real Estate Co. Phone Fairfax 0767 REAL HOME BARGAINS 7-room Brick, partly modern, $3,250 $400, cash. 5-room. two story house, $1,650 cash, $200. $25.00 per month includ- ing interest. 4-room cottage, $1,750.00, light and water, $350 cash. 4-room, 921 Freeman, $1,400, $200 cash. 4-room house, $900, $100 cash. 4-room house, with lights and bath, $1,600, $300 cash. 5-room house, $2,600, $500 cash. ADVANCE REALTY CO. 516 Minesoto' Avenue Office Phone Fairfax 0124 W. A. Jarrett G. A. Minor Fifield 2802W Fifield 2461J Mrs. A. J. Bouldin, 611 Parallel avenue, was able to be out to her church Sunday after two weeks' ill-ness. DIAMOND REAL ESTATE CO. 547 State Avenue For Sale 10-room house, strictly modern; $5000; $1000 down, $20 month and interest. 4-room cottage, electric light, water, and gas. 25 feet; $2000; $500 down; terms to suit. 3-room cottage, 25 feet; city water, close in; $300 down; terms to suit. 3-room cottage, 25 feet; $1100; $100 down, $10 per month and interest. 4-room cottage, 25 feet. $1200; $150 down; terms to suit. 11½ acres, 2-room house. $1550; $350 down; $8 per month and interest. 11½ acres; no improvements. $850; close in; $8 per month and interest. 6-room cottage, electric light and gas, 60 feet, $2100; $300 down, $16 per month and interest. 4-room cottage, $1200: $100 down, $10 per month and interest. Call to see us. We have everything. Diamond Real Estate Company diamond Real Estate Company Geo. McClelland. Pres. 547 State Ave., K. C., K. Drevel 2287 DIRECTORY OF MASONIC LODGES J. H. H. PUBLICATION NOTICE. In the District Court of Wyandotte County, Kansas. Division No. 3. Fay Casildo, Plaintiff. vs. No. 19536-A Lazaro Casildo, Defendant. To Lazaro Casildo, Greeting: You are hereby notified that you have been sued by your wife, Fay Casildo, for a decree of divorce in the District Court of Wyandotte County, Kansas, on the grounds of gross neglect of duty and extreme cruelty, that unless you answer the petition of said' plaintiff filed herein on or before the 5th day of January, 1923, said petition will be taken as true and judgment will be rendered against you granting said plaintiff an absolute divorce and such other and further relief as he may be entitled to in equity. WM. H. TOWERS, Attorney for Plaintiff. (First Published Nov. 24, 1922.) F. & A. A. York Masons DIRECTORY Rev. J. A. Broadnax. M. W. G. M., 2325 Ruby Ave. Tel. Arg. 1001., Kansas City. Kansas. Dr. J. Franklin Wilson. D. G. M., 1403 N. Tenth St., Kansas Citv. Kansas. Clyde L. Briggs, R. W. G. Sec. 612 T St., Atchison, Kansas. J. W. Wilson, G. T., 1317 N. Tenth St., Kansas City, Kansas. Milton Washington, G. Organizer, 1114 Oakland Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. Albert Williams, G. S. W.; Miles Newlin, G. J. W.; A. McRoy, G. Tyler; Dr. J. R. Lemma, G. Lecturer; D. W. Hurley, G. S. Dea.; S. H. Madison, G. J. Dea.; Dr. D. W. Gooden, G. Med. Ex.; Rev. Jas. Reeves, G. Chaplain; W. C. Lamon, G. S. S.; J. H. Lee, G. J. S.; Chas. Marzette, G. S. S.; Wm. Cavens, G. P.; C. J. Goode, G. Marshal; W. H. Ford, G. Historian; Milton Washington, G. Organizer; York Masons St. John Lodge No. 9, F. & A. A York Masons, meets the first and third Tuesday evenings of each month at Ninth street and Everett avenue, 8 p. m. Visitors always are welcome. DR. J. FRANKLIN WILSON, W.M 1403 North Tenth Street CLARENCE HICKMAN, Secretary. 1327 Woodland Avenue. Phone Melrose 1042W. Frank Wilson Lodge No.88 F. and A. A. York Masons meet the First and Third Saturday evenings of each month at 8 p. m., Ninth and Everett avenue. Vsitors ever welcome. S. H. MADISON, W. M. 1336 Barnett Avenue T. A. MOZEE, Secretary, R. F. D. No. 3 EUREKA LODGE NO 21 Y. A. A. Y. M. Meets second and fourth Thurdays or each month. Knights of Tabor Hall, Ninth and Everett. All visiting broth- ers in good standing invited. R. T. TAYLOR, W. M. W. D. McQUAY, Sec. OMAHA, NEBRASA 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. DECEMBER 15,1922. NEW UNDERTAKER READY FOR BUSINESS With Fine Parlors and Show Rooms 312 Nebraska Fraternity Building Can Save You Money Open Day and Night Lady Attendant Phone Baltimore 3623-W J. S. SANDERS UNDERTAKING COMPANY Phone Fairfax 0120 Kansas City, Kansas HOUSES FOR EVERYBODY. The A. T. Long Real Estate Company at 644 Minnesota avenue, have houses for sale of all kinds and for all people. You pay for them just like rent. Come in and let us show you the many bargains. JOIN THE U. N. I. A. KANSAS CITY, KAN., DIV. The only association that embraces Negroes the world over, and is working for their industrial and political freedom. Realize, Negroes, that if we can be of one mind in the next 24 hours we shall be a free people. ternoon at 312 Nebraska avenue, Diggs hall, from 3 to 5:30 with attractive musical program. Join now. REV. J. H. LEE, President. MASONIC LODGES FAR WEST LODGE NO. 5 (Lawrence, Kansas) Far West Lodge No. 5, F. & A. A. York-Masons, meets the second and fourth Tuesday evenings of each month at Masonic Hall, 737 N. H. St, 8 p.m. Visitors are always welcome. J. S. Stone, W. M., 442 Locust Street; Elgin Woody, Secretary, 640 Ark. Street, Lawrence Kans. 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. 839 New Jersey Ave., Phone Fairfax 1642. Chas. Gable, Secretary, 833 New Jersey Ave. NIMROD LODGE NO. 67 Meeting nights: Second and fourth Saturday's in each month at Ninth street and Everett avenue. Visitors welcome. S. A. Ewing, W. M., 627 Garfield. Phone Fifield 2948-J. John Lee, Secy., 837 Campbell St., Kansas City, Mo. PRINCE HALL LODGE NO.11 (Atchison, Kansas) (Atkinson, Kansas) Meeting nights: Second and fourth Thursday's in each month at True Eleven Hall. Sixth & Santa Fe streets. Visitors welcome. Clarence Kerford, W. M. 207 East Kearney street. Levi Woodson, Secy.. 101 East Kearney St. Meeting nights First and Third Tuesdays of each month. Visiting brother in good standing always welcome. Rev. M. W. Dickerson. W. M. 909 College Ave.; P. W. Hardiman, 1801 Kansas Ave, Secretary. Star Light Lodge No. 78- Meets the 1st and 3rd Friday nights, each month. Sons Protection Hall, 6th & State. Series of Lectures beginnign First Friday in June. All Master Masons welcome. W. H. Ford, W. M.; Willie Jenkins, Secretary. Harmony Lodge No. 58 Meets second and fourth Tuesday nights in each month, at Knights of Tabor Hall, Everett avenue and Ninth street. Members in good standing always welcome. Mose Johnson, W.M., 402 Stewart avenue. Phone Fifield 1240-R. Isiah Lewis, secretary, 817 Freeman avenue. Phone Fifield 1086-J. --- Christmas Gift Sales THE WEDDING OF THE MARRIED GENTLEMAN AND THE WEDDING OF THE MARRIED WOMAN Only what you can afford to pay each week is our Easy and Liberal plan of selling Men's and Women's Clothes THE LEADER CLOTHING CO. 524 MINNESOTA AVE. "The House of Credit Satisfaction" DECEMBER 15, 1922. SPEND YOU Christ "TER Only what you can afford Men's an ON C LADIES' Coats Dresses Suits Skirts Gifts That Please BOYS' SUITS, OVERCOATS AND MACKINAWS MAKE USEFUL GIFTS PRICES REDUCED FOR XMAS SELLING BOYS SUITS—Sizes 7 to 18 years Every suit with two pairs pants. Handsome models to select from. Made of best woolen fabrics. Choice Patterns in all leading colors at $9.75, $7.95 and $6.95 Overcoats and Mackinaws at Sharp Reductions. GROSS Boys' and Girls' Store A SMALL PAYMENT DOWN and the balance can be arranged to suit you Our prices are the same Cash or Credit. We extend you credit without the usual red tape. First payment takes the goods. E LEA CLOTHING INNESOTA *The House of Credit Satisfaction LESS Boys LADIES' COATS AND DRESSES AT TREMENDOUS REDUCTIONS Plush and Cloth Ladies' Coats, made of the best Silk Plush, Bolivia Cloth and Velours, Smart Models in all leading colors. Cut at about Half Prices. $45.00 and $55.00 Coats at $27.50 Ladies Coats at $16.75 $25.00 Ladies' Coats at $12.75 $25.00 Ladies Dresses, made of Canton Crepe, Black, Brown and Navy at $10.00 MAN Minn THE KANSAS CITY ADVOCATE MEN'S Overcoats Gabardines Suits Furnishings DER CO. AVE. MEET ME AT GROSSMAN'S and Girls' Store OUR TOY DEPARTMENT THE GREATEST BARGAINS YOU HAVE EVER SEEN BRING THE CHILDREN AND SEE THE WONDERFUL VALUES VISIT OUR SWEATER DEPARTMENT For men, women and children. Here are values that you can not afford to miss. Prices greatly reduced at $7.95, $5.00, $3.95, $2.95, $1.25 and at Men's Women's and Children's Bath Robes at Wonderful Savings. 638-640 sota Avenue --- ewelry for Christmas Share in Our P year to help you make your Christmas re te below, bring it in and make your pu amounts as per the following schedule Jewelry Chi You Share It is cur plan this year to help Clip the certificate below, but that Last," and amounts as $ .50 on p $1.00 on p $1.50 on p $2.00 on p This profit-sharing plan, with Jewelry, Silverware, Ivory, prices unusually attractive. yourself. Clip this Certifi On Any Pun Jewelry for Christmas You Share in Our Profits It is cur plan this year to help you make your Christmas money go farther. Clip the certificate below, bring it in and make your purchases of "Gifts that Last," and amounts as per the following schedule will be refunded: $ .50 on purchases of $ 3.00 to $ 4.95 $1.00 on purchases of $ 5.00 to $ 9.95 $1.50 on purchases of $10.00 to $14.95 $2.00 on purchases of $15.00 to $20.00 This profit-sharing plan, with our already low prices on highest quality Jewelry, Silverware, Ivory, Watches, Diamonds, Clocks, etc., makes our prices unusually attractive. Come to KASSEL'S tomorrow and see for yourself. Slip this Certificate—It’s Worth Mone On Any Purchase of $3 or More This profit-sharing plan, with our already low prices on highest quality Jewelry, Silverware, Ivory, Watches, Diamonds, Clocks, etc., makes our prices unusually attractive. Come to KASSEL'S tomorrow and see for yourself. All styles and shapes, in white green and yellow gold, beautifully engraved. Our prices are lower than ever. Here's a dandy Elgin, white cases, trimmed in gold and fancy dials, as low as $14.00. With your Coupon green an engraved than ever white cas fancy dia Ivory Pyralin C1 12 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 One of those round, square, oblong or octagonal shapes in any color, is just the thing. A dandy Elgin, as low as $18. With your Coupon shapes in any way. A dandy With your. Bring $16.00 OUR ADVERTISERS. In this issue, is the beginning of our advertisers for the Christmas holidays. We wish to save to our readers of The Advocate, these business houses are all in this city and have as good and better in some respects and in most instances cheaper in price than stores across the river. As to service and hospitality, they are of the best. The Advocate would greatly appreciate for our readers and friends to patronize these stores for your holiday shopping, as you can find in them just what you want, besides, at bargain prices. It's our business as citizens to keep our money and interest in Kansas City, Kansas. If you have not traded with any of these dealers, try them once and you will not spend street car fare and a half day on the other side. Buy your holiday goods at home and save money. FASHION FINIST EVER. Doys Jack send you good Christmas presents? The finest ever exchanged. ```markdown ``` All the popular brands of Silverware in the most desirable patterns; we sell them for less, as low at $12.75, with coupon ---- $11.25 SHE WILL APPRECIATE AN ONYX RING We have them—rich looking ones —with or without diamonds, rang- ing upward from $8.00 Bring in your Coupons. Your Christmas Store A Store of Quality Without Extravigance We wish you a very Merry Christmas And a most Successful and Happy New Year 508 Minnesota Avenue lry for stmas in Our Profits make your Christmas money go farther. in and make your purchases of "Gifts the following schedule will be refunded: already low prices on highest quality names, Diamonds, Clocks, etc., makes our e to KASSEL'S tomorrow and see for e—It's Worth Money case of $3 or More XII I II III IV V 60 50 40 30 20 10 SEE OUR WONDERFUL DISPLAY OF WATCHES FOR HIM Ivory Toilet Ware, Mirror, Comb and Brush. Special $7.00 With the Coupon $6.00 Clip this Certificate and bring it in KASSEL JEWELRY CO. 548 MINNESOTA AVE. --- PAGE 3 Credit Continental The Grifling will in order of the certificate as shown on背面 to pay the amount of the amount to the following the amount of the amount to the following the amount of the amount to the following Good only during month of December 1825 Bring Your Coupons Christmas Suggestions --- CHRISTMAS CHEER New Fancy Nuts 1922 Crop. Candy for the Whole Family FANCY BOX CANDY & DELICIOUS FRUITS Fancy Dressed Poultry Turkeys, Ducks, Geese and Chickens Fresh Meats Lamb, Beef, Veal and Homer Fish, Oysters We have everything for Candied Pineapple, Candied Peal and Citron. Beef, Veal and Pork. Try our Homemade Sausage Fish, Oysters and Country Produce are everything for your Fruit Cake and Mint Pineapple, Candied Cherries, Candied Lemon Citron. Lamb, Beef, Veal and Pork. Try our Fancy Homemade Sausage Fish, Oysters and Country Produce We have everything for your Fruit Cake and Mince Meat. Candied Pineapple, Candied Cherries, Candied Lemon, Orange Peal and Citron. Oh You Baby Beef! Clayborn Phone Fairfax 2682 WE CIVE HERE A FE GOODS IN OU Mayborne's Marsh Airfax 2682 10th Street at Washington GIFTS THAT LAST WE HERE A FEW OF THE MANY CHRIST GOODS IN OUR MAMMOTH STORE WE CIVE HERE A FEW OF THE MANY CHRISTMAS GOODS IN OUR MAMMOTH STORE FOR THE CHILDREN Child's Red Rocker Child's Red Chair Child's Oak Rocker Child's Willow Rocker Rockey Horses Doll Buggies BIG ROCKERS FO Sleepy Hollow Leather R Oak, Leather Seat Rocker Oak, Leather Seat—Low H Electric Library Lamp, S Electric Library Lamp, C Library Table, Oak 42-Piece Dinner Set Cedar Chest, Made of Ten Hall Mirror, Fancy Trimm Day Bed, Complete Boys' Wagon Smokers' Stand, Extra W Art Costumes Fed Rocker.....$1.00 Fed Chair.....50c Fak Rocker.....90c Willow Rocker.....$3.45 Horses.....$3.25 Angies.....50c # ROCKERS FOR FATHER AND MOTHER Follow Leather Rockers Father Seat Rocker Father Seat—Low Rocker Library Lamp, Silk Shades Library Lamp, Glass Shades Table, Oak Dinner Set Rest, Made of Tennessee Cedar.....$16.50 Favor, Fancy Trimmed.....$1.25 Complete Dragon.....$2.50 Stand, Extra Value Pumies Child's Red Rocker.....$1.00 to $1.40 Child's Red Chair.....50c to $1.75 Child's Oak Rocker .....90c to $3.50 Child's Willow Rocker .....$3.45 to $4.25 Rockey Horses .....$3.25 to $4.50 Doll Buggies .....50c to $4.45 BIG ROCKERS FOR FATHER AND MOTHER Sleepy Hollow Leather Rockers.....$27.50 Oak, Leather Seat Rocker.....$12.50 Oak, Leather Seat—Low Rocker.....$11.00 Electric Library Lamp, Silk Shades.....$9.00 Electric Library Lamp, Glass Shades.....$6.50 Library Table, Oak.....$15.00 42-Piece Dinner Set.....$10.50 Cedar Chest, Made of Tennessee Cedar.....$16.50 to $19.50 Hall Mirror, Fancy Trimmed.....$1.25 to $3.00 Day Bed, Complete.....$19.00 Boys' Wagon.....$2.50 to $7.50 Smokers' Stand, Extra Value.....$2.00 Art Costumes.....$2.00 PHONE FAIRFAX 1155 --- THE KANSAS' CITY ADVOCATE CHRISTMAS LETTERS SOMETIMES a letter means more than all the cards and gifts in the world. Why not send a Christmas message by letter this year? A bright holiday seal stuck at the top will introduce your remarks in a jolly fashion, and then you may continue with whatever you think friendly and suitable. This is a cheap method in the actual expenditure of money, but a rich outlay of thought for those you love. Have you not discovered that something somebody does just for you is more precious than a present bought in a hurry? Christmas letters bring great joy. Try some and see! (C 1932, Western Newspaper Union.) The Piper in the Subway By Christopher G. Hazard THERE is a contrast to the holiday atmosphere as one passes into the dark and damp underground way out of the great depot. A chill strikes upon the soul as well as upon the body. The passer hurries on to escape into the light and cheer of the street. He hugs his Christmas packages a little closer and tries to whistle himself into something like gayety. Suddenly he is startled and helped by the tones of a merry tune and discovers the old blind man who has long haunted the dismal place. For years this unfortunate has made it his one business to stand there and pipe up the failing spirits of travelers. His face has refused the marks of darkness and his soul has kept gladness behind its closed and curtained windows. As one stops to leave a token and a word of appreciation with him he says, "Thank you; I don't know as I ever did anybody any good; some people don't like it." O. H. McField The Practical TAILOR AND CLEANER Who Knows How To Do and Does It 2103 1-2 North Third Street Phone Drexel 2634 --- Exclusive Christmas Gifts Christmas Cards Ever-Sharp Pencils 39c to $8.00 Sheaffer Fountain Pens Gold Ever-Sharp Pencil with Gold Pen to match $8.50 Bibles and Testaments Books Picture Frames Made to Order Harry T. Tibbs GIFT SHOP Phone Drexel 0155 604 Minnesota Avenue Along with this we have Xmas Cards,very best Steel Engraved and Die Stamped. Xmas Paper and Decoration. Pure White Tissue and Holly,Xmas Tags, Seals and Cord to Match You can make your packages a REAL CHRISTMAS PACKAGE AT OUR STORE. If you can not come just call Drexel 1759 and order what you want. We deliver anything, any time, any place. OPEN from 7:00 a. m. to 12 night. FINEST ASSORTMENT OF XMAS CANDIES IN CITY Prescriptions called for and delivered WEST END PHARMACY Gift suggestions: Basket of Blooming Plants, Combinations of Ornamental Plants in Containers, the Natural Perpetual Flowers in splendor and grace. Corsages of Roses, Violets, Sweet Peas, etc. Christmas Wreaths and Holiday Decorations of Perfect Denver Mountain Evergreen and Xmas Trees; the Green Roping, the choiceest kind. Don't overlook our assortment of varied and decorated polished COCOANUTS FROM HONOLULU. Ask to see the natural cocoanut direct from the trees as plucked by the natives, then the perfect flower vase...tinted colors for the dinner table for any-aecasion. Early ordering will be greatly appreciated. Fairfax 4100 724 MINNESOTA AVE. Moseley Flowers delivered in a few hours time by our rapid telegraph system. Be sure to "Say it With Flowers" anywhere any time. New Record by Santa CL We Four Guar FANCY BO Fano FIN Bill Along with graved and White Tissue You can ma AGE AT O Drexel 1759 any time, FINEST A 1960 Drexel 1759 Mamie Smith Mamie Smith "I Wish That I Could, But I Can't Forget You Blues And That Da, Da, Strain" ASK FOR IT AT BUTLER'S MUSIC CO. 530 Minnesota Avenue Kansas City, Kansas --- BEN GERBER 720 Minnesota Avenue Gift Suggestion Claus at WEST END PHARMACY will feature this year. We have on Display a very fine assortment of Useful and Choice Gifts A FEW SUGGESTIONS Mountain Pens Solid Gold and Sterling Silk guaranteed for one year and to be the pen made. Ever Sharp Pencils. BOX STATIONERY AND TOILET A ancy Box Stationary—All Shades and Col Perfumes, Imported and Domestic Toilet Sets, Manicure Sets, etc. INE CHRISTMAS CIGARS AND PIPE Mill Folds, "Real" Brown Skin Dolls and M other desirable Presents. Feature this year. We have on Display a very fine assortment of Useful and Choice Gifts Fountain Pens Solid Gold and Sterling Silver) Guaranteed for one year and to be the best pen made. Ever Sharp Pencils. Fancy Box Stationary-All Shades and Colors Perfumes, Imported and Domestic Toilet Sets, Manicure Sets, etc. Bill Folds, "Real" Brown Skin Dolls and Many other desirable Presents. A FEW MORE NICE THINGS with this we have Xmas Cards,very best and Die Stamped. Xmas Paper and Decora issue and Holly,Xmas Tags,Seals and Cor MAKE YOUR OWN PACKAGES make your packages a REAL CHRISTMAS AT OUR STORE. If you can not come 1759 and order what you want. We deliver time, any place. OPEN from 7:00 a. m. to 1 ST ASSORTMENT OF XMAS CANDIES Prescriptions called for and delivered EST END PHARMA 1759 1308 North Tenth St. How to open an Interest Account STARTING AN INTEREST ACCOUNT with this bank is a simple procedure. No introduction or formality of any kind is required. Simply call at the teller's window, register your signature and make your first deposit You can start an account by depositing one dollar or more MINNESOTA AVENUE STATE BANK THE BANK OF PERSONAL SERVICE --- BS || IFIP IESE SE DE IE TONS OGG | AR DIN mR RN MELEE. NG 922. THE KANSAS CITY ADVOCATE 7 “DECEMBER 15, 1922. —— - e é Nice a =5€ Peas is SU PA f ad . Oe ee , A lee) For Her Nothing you can buy at Christmas time will be more appreciated by her than wearing apparel. Gifts from Crane's means gifts of durability and long wear. Look for the CRANE LABEL—it spell quality. . SILK UNDERWEAR a What will,be.more appreciated than a dainty silk un- , dergarnienf;v.A-‘few:siggestions: Sheer teddies of fine ‘crepé de chiné, ‘silk vests: of+glove sill¢ in. light blue, orchid, - pink, flesh and black, with bloomers to match’ all ‘shiides.- ‘Night-gowns of crepe de chine, pongee, also dainty hand- madePhilippine gowns. . J al petticoats in all colors of silk, jersey, radium silk and"6f satin. ° Prices $1.95 to 6.95 ii BLOUSES EBBlcises are much in vogue this season. In our stock ‘'B you;will find hip blouses in suit shades and in light colors. ‘g Also tailored inside blouses of crepe de chine, georgette, pugsy willow, striped silks and pongees $3.95 to $12.00 NX x GIFT HOSIERY Nothing better than a pair of silk or wool hose for her gift. wPure thread silk‘hose in all popular shades at $1.00 and $1.35 Clocked' silk hese in contrasting colors, special at........$1.65 Silk and Wool hose, brown, black and navy blue, good WRC ab si aa ee reir crneasssmssocsms en $LOD Heavy quality glove silk hose, black with pink tops ....51.95 Fine silk hose, sik clear to top, all colors, $2.50 value ....$1.95 ‘Fine all wool hose full fashioned with clocks —..........$1.95 CORDUROY ROBES These make splendid gifts and are most reasonable in price. Colors are: Blue, wine, pink, rose, orchid and laven- dar. Priced at $3.75 to $7.95 rs Be sure and Iook for the HOUR SALES at CRANE’S NEXT THGRSDAY’S KANSAN. ee @ s 622 Minnesota Avenue z Lanes ‘ff, Lane Kansas City, Kansas 7 You can always do better at CRANE’S 7 7, C27 5 ea SPCR VE an e AN (Pi he a Tid as MS RARE SRN Ty By o \v y § iy SEN & 4fa— NY San, pean ae? eS nese eRAM FRE a oD ES eS OEP EROS Se y | A Merry Christmas and a Happy and Prosperous New Year 7-room, strictly modern house, 25 feet, $3,500; $850 down. 7-room, modern brick, 32 feet, $8,500; $400 down. Fine place for chicken ranch—1 acre of ground, 4-room house, all kinds of fruit, grapes, close in, $3,000; $500 down. Terms to suit on any of these. We make small chattel loans, payable weekly. Let us write that next policy—fire or tornado. Thanking you for all past favors and with best wishes to one and all for 2 Merry Xmas and a Happy New Year, we are Diamond Real Estate Company GEORGE McCLELLAND, President 547 State Avenue, Drexel 2287. Kansas City, Kansas Mr. E. E. Scruggs 6f 1500 North Third street, who a few years ago was appointcd license inspector of the city has been located at the corner of Third street and Oakland avenue for a number of years, with a barber shop and soft drink parlor in the frent and a billiard parlor in the rear, known as the “Elks Club” and Alexander Hall. Mr. Scruggs owns this building, which has a hall on the second floor, — which is used for lodge purposees and public meetings. Mr. Seruggs is President of the Welfare League, a pol- | itical organization of considerable recognition in city, coun- | ty and state affairs. This Club gives each year a banquet | of which all the city officials attend and is one of the most | elaborate affairs given by any club in the city. The 1922 | banquet was given Thursday night, December 7th ai ‘Alex- | ander Hall, Third street and Oakland avenue, which was ; the largest in its history. City and County officials ; attending. As has been stated, Mr. Scruggs was appointed ; one of the city’s License Inspectors, a position of responsi- bility and honor. Mr. Scruggs is of a quiet, unassuming { personality, but is’firm and frank in his deliberations. : ‘ OG Ghe Holiday Spirit OEE (©, 1922, Western Newspaper Union.) CASathere be anyone who does not polish up his holiday .sp'rit by reading Dickens’ “Christmas Carol"? is there anyone who doeé not give him- self the fuh of’ skimming-down the slide with Bob Cratghit and laughing at his comforter, “three yards long, ex- clusive ot che fringe,” stream out bée- Rind him like the woolly tail of a kite? Is there anyrne who does not creep up the cold staircase with Old Scrooge and shiver Into his dismal roo. there to eat a small and lonely bow! of por- ridge with the crusty old gentleman? Is there anyone who does not love Tiny Tim and his wee, brave crutch? And Mrs. Cratchit, who can cook a goose to beat auything thus far ac complished in the history of mankind? And then, when we follow the Spirit of Christmas Past, can anyone fail to be moved by the forlorn little figure of Old Scrooge as a lad, left in loneli- ness at school during the holidays? Could anything be more patnetic? Has anyone such astounding control of his feet that he can prevent them from dancing at Mr, Fezziwig’s party? And where is the impossible person who can suppress a cheer at that re- markable gentleman's _ performance with his legs? “If such there be, go, mark him well.” for he kas no pleass ant places in his heart for these de [ izhttw humors, And then the damsel with the “lace tucker’! Dear me, what a chase she gave one interested young man in Blind Man's Buff! And how he paid her up for it in a certain shadowy corner of the room; how he did, in- deed! But she liked it. Oh, yes, she liked It very much indeed, did the dam- sel with the lace tucker! Then to Feturn ‘o the Cratchit fam- ily, who is there to resist the simple toast of Tiny Tim, a toast of five words that encompasses the hope of all men: “GOD BLESS US, EVERY ONE!” Raisin Macaroon Ice Cream. One quart cream. 1 cupful maca- roons (1 doz.), % cupful sugar, % cupful finely chopped raisins, 1 tea- spoonful vanilla, Heat cream in double boiler. Dry | macaroons in oven and roll. Add | macaroons, raisins and sugar to the cream. Flavor and chill. Freeze. Patronize our HOME Xmas Stores. Patronize our HOME Xmas Stores. Glasses on Ghristmas’ ° MISSOURI OPTICAL CO .... .... ... Those whose vision is defective or weak will appreciate nothing more than an order for a new pair of lenses or new frames. It will make their Christmas a joyful one. Large lenses for reading or dis- tance—no lenses too complicated for us to fit at Per $3.50 ra 1We can fill any oculist’s prescrip- tion accurately. We will duplicate yany single vision lens for $1.75. We Grind Our Own Lenses . KEreTOk INVISIBLE, BIFOCAL LENSES- ‘"* * Flat $8 7.50 per, pair Toric ......-.-.----$10.50 per pair + No Additional Charge * for Examination ‘MISSOURI OPTICAL CD. ' —“ Wholésale—Retail = * Optometriste—Opticians ‘* TWO STORES 647 MINNESOTA AVE. KANSAS CITY, KANS. 216 E. 10th St., Kansas City, Mo. Our Xmas Stores are chuck full of splendid wares. 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, Mar. Monroe Tompkins Pharmacist Prompt Attention to Phone Calls Buy your holiday goods a ira ee a ake eka Sea tant tates A 0 ng @ S : fi eS FS Ad =) : PeQ) = p= ATTN WEL. 1 ZAragti = ee _ A SE SRS gS == s_sSaRSs= If you want a Fine Palitable, Juicy, Sanitary Christmas Din- mer, get your GROCERIES, VEGETABLES, FRESH MEATS, FOWLS, FRUITS AND NUTS at C. E. CANNON’S “THE GROCERY KING,” 1949 North Third street. The Best the Market Produces We carry THE BEST THE MARKET PRODUCES of Every- thing and at THE LOWEST PRICES. -We have one of the most sanitary stores in Kansas City, Kansas. Our Service ¢ .can not be excelled. . # 7 4 Filling Station ° | We have the first and last FILLING STATION NORTH OF MINNESOTA AVENUE, and EAST OF FIFTH STREET. . Hotel Cannon The HOTEL CANNON is equipped and furnished for every comfort, including an up-to-date Dining Room. _ 3 C. E. Cannon } The Grocery King i 1949 North Third Street KANSAS CITY, KANSAS. oe i ee ee > E. M. TERRELL Cabinet Works General Building and Repairing Furniture a Specialty ! 1613 N. 3rd St. Fairfax 1923 | Exchange State Bank 611 Minnesota Ave. Kansas City. Kansas Christmas and Tax Savings Club YOU CAN by saving just a small amount regularly, at the end of each year have enough to pay your taxes, insurance of all kinds, and you will find it most convenient to have money saved for your many needs about the first of 7 each year JOEN THE CHRISTMAS AND TAX SAVING CLUB IN ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING CLASSES: CLASS A—Payments 25 cents per week, , Total for 50 weeks —...........$ 12.50 . CLASS B—Payments 50 cents per week, Total for 50 weeks 25.00 * CLASS C—Payments $1.00 per week, Total for 50 weeks ............. 50.00 CLASS D—Paynmients $2.00 per week, : Total fer 50 weeks ................. 100.00 CLASS 5—Payments first week, 5 cents, increasing 5 cents each week, last payment $2.50, Total for 50 weeks,................ 63.75 CLASS 5A—Payment first week $2.50, decreasing 5 cents each week, last payment 5 cents, ~ Total for 50 weeks 68.75 CLASS E~—is left blank for the insertion ° of any amount per week. THE FIRST PAYMENT IS DUE DECEMBER 13, 1922 10-Room House Furnished, For Rent; we have a 10-room furnished house on Washington Blvd., for rent to party with good reference. Call at A. T. Long’s Real Estate Office, 644 Minnesota Avenue and we will show it to you. PAGE 5 Furnished Room—We have a nice front, furnished room for rent; one or two gentlemen. C. B. Cox, 1012 Oakland Avenue. Phone Fifield 4374W. We Wish All A Merry Xmas=Your Servants ```markdown ``` MAYOR HARRY B. BURTON Kansas City, Kansas, in its day, but few has fifteenth as the present incumbent Mayor Burton is on his first been one of momentous trials, in his short two years the most intricate problems executive of this city and he has been equal to any and from the right. Mayor Burton went in every class and kin, friend and given a square deal and done. There are but few have stood out against certi and good government, than Of course some of the poss brought him some enemies stood for the right, let the ed. But we can say, where made ten friends. The good, honest, lawful feel with a man at the head B. Burton, the city and its city in our great commonwealth City, Kansas, has had many Challenges few has fitted in with such great present incumbent, Mayor Hahn is on his first term, whose momentous thought and brain is short two years, has had to dealicate problems that has ever conceived this city and it can be truthful real to any and all occasions and at. Burton went into office pledging and kin, friend or foe, they would square deal at all hazards, and are but few mayors over this suit against certain destroying elec-mentment, than the present mayor, one of the positions taken by some enemies, and he knew it right, let the chips fall wherever can say, wherever the right mad ends. I, honest, law-abiding citizens of man at the head of our municipal city and its citizenry, is as safe commonwealth. Kansas City, Kansas, has had many Chief Executives in its day, but few has fitted in with such general satisfaction as the present incumbent, Mayor Harry B. Burton. Mayor Burton is on his first term, whose experience has been one of momentous thought and brain power. The mayor, in his short two years, has had to deal with some of the most intricate problems that has ever confronted a chief executive of this city and it can be truthfully said that he has been equal to any and all occasions and never faltered from the right. Mayor Burton went into office pledging the people of every class and kin, friend or foe, they would be protected and given a square deal at all hazards, and this has been done. There are but few mayors over this country that have stood out against certain destroying elements to a city and good government, than the present mayor, H. B. Burton. Of course some of the positions taken by the mayor has brought him some enemies, and he knew it would, but he stood for the right, let the chips fall wherever they belonged. But we can say, wherever the right made an enemy, it made ten friends. The good, honest, law-abiding citizens of Kansas City feel with a man at the head of our municipality, as Harry B. Burton, the city and its citizenry, is as safe as in any city in our great commonwealth. NORTH ARTHUR H. STRICKLAND COMMISSIONER OF FINANCE The one city office that seems to attract the attention and minds of a commonwealth, is its financial department. At the head of this department is Mr. Arthur H. Strickland, Commissioner of Finance. Mr. Strickland, the present incumbent, has been connected in some way about the City Hall for a number of years and has made good in the following responsible positions: Clerk in Light Department, Assistant ```markdown ``` ```markdown ``` has had many Chief Executives died in with such general satisfaction, Mayor Harry B. Burton. First term, whose experience has thought and brain power. The wars, has had to deal with some of that has ever confronted a chief that can be truthfully said that he all occasions and never faltered to office pledging the people of or foe, they would be protected at all hazards, and this has been mayors over this country that main destroying elements to a city the present mayor, H. B. Burton. Tions taken by the mayor has, and he knew it would, but he chips fall wherever they belong-over the right made an enemy, it abiding citizens of Kansas City and of our municipality, as Harry citizenry, is as safe as in any city Timekeeper, Store Keeper, Motor and Rate Clerk, and for three years Purchasing Agent for the city. A little more than a year ago, when Mr. Gerald Little resigned as Commissioner of Finance, Mr. Strickland was the unanimous choice of the City Commissioners to fill this office and as, in all the other responsible positions which Mr. Strickland so creditably filled, it goes without saying Mr. Strickland has made good from the day he took over this office. ```markdown ``` THE KANSAS CITY ADVOCATE The First Christmas By Bannie J. Knoch, in the Wisconsin Farmer "Merry Christmas! Merry Christmas! Clangs the heavy, deep-toned bell, And all the world gives back the answer: Christ is born, and all is well." OVER nineteen hundred years ago there lived in the little town of Nazareth a humble carpenter and his wife, Mary. At this time the ruler of the Roman empire, Augustus Caesar, required all persons to pay taxes for the upkeep of the kingdom. Joseph was a descendant of King David. Although he was living in Galllee, the law required him to go to Bethlehem in Judea to pay his taxes. When it was time to pay the tribute, Joseph took Mary with him on the journey to Bethlehem. It was a firesome journey. They were very weary when they reached the little-town. Joseph went to the hotel to get a room where they could rest. But poor Joseph was disappointed, for so many other people had come to the little town that day the rooms were all taken. No doubt Joseph and Mary felt lonely and discouraged as night came on. At last they went to a stable to find a place to sleep. Here in a manger the Savior of the World was born. This was a very lowly place indeed for the Prince of Peace to be born. Prophets had been foretelling his coming for many years. People were expecting him to come, but in some very grand way. Some thought he would make the kings leave their thrones and himself be the ruler. But he came as a sweet, dear little babe. Now, you wonder how the people heard of his birth, in those long, long ago days when there were no telegraphs or telephones? Perhaps you think so important news as this would be announced publicly by the highest officials or the richest people in town and a holiday declared. But not so. The first news of his birth was told to people engaged in a very humble and lowly work. Methinks it must have been a beautiful warm night. Far out on the hills of old Judea the shepherds were herding their sheep. No doubt they were talking together about the big crowd in Bethlehem that evening. Suddenly there appeared in the sky a bright light. The shepherds were afraid. An angel spoke to them and said, "Be not afraid; I bring you good tidings of great joy which shall be to all people." Then he told them that Jesus had been born in Bethlehem; that they would find him, a babe, wrapped in swaddling clothes lying in a manger with his mother, Mary. Suddenly there appeared with the angel a host of other angels singing, "Glory to God in the highest and on earth peace, good will to men." After the angels were gone the shepherds talked over the wondrous news. Then they hurried away to Bethlehem to see if it was true. Sure enough, there were Mary and Joseph and the little babe, Jesus. They then went out to tell others. God also told the news of his gift to the world by placing a new star in the sky. The wise men saw it and followed its shining rays until they, too, found the "Babe of Bethlehem." These wise men worshiped him and gave him gifts of gold, myrrh and frankincense. This was the first Christmas. ```markdown ``` A GOOD SCHEME. Doing your Christmas shopping early, ain't you Jones? Well, you see I want to git my wife's Christmas present before my creditors git around to buying 'their wife's A What did your Mother say when I didn't come home until late last night? She said "Just wait till after Christmas, I'll fix him!" One egg, 1 cupful sugar, 3 cupfuls flour, 3 teaspoonfuls baking powder, 1 large cupful nuts, a little salt. Use enough water to mix; let stand 20 minutes; bake slowly one hour. Have Breakfast Room Tidy. Start the day right by having the breakfast room aired and tidy, even though a more thorough sweeping and dusting is done afterwards. If the table is set the night before a light cloth must be thrown over it. [Name] HENRY F. SCHAIBLE Commissioner of Streets F. Schaible, for many years third street, and was one of men. Two years ago, or as was nominated and elected Streets. His campaign she was he took the office he can and today the streets of station they have been for depend upon his foremer himself and sees that the way Another thing can be said improvements have not been over its miles of streets one," and that is not all, he Mr. Henry F. Schaible, for many years ran a grocery at 1400 North Third street, and was one of the city's successful business men. Two years ago, or at the last municipal election, he was nominated and elected to the office of Commissioner of Streets. His campaign slogan was "Get It Done," and scon as he took the office he commenced carrying out his slogan and today the streets of Kansas City are in the best condition they have been for many years. Mr. Schaible does not depend upon his foremen, altogether, but goes on the job himself and sees that the work is being done and done right. Another thing can be said of Mr. Schaible: The work and improvements have not been in one part of the city, but all over its miles of streets and boulevards. Yes, he "Got it Done," and that is not all, he is still "Getting It Done." J. Mr. Harry J. Kaelin. Commissioner of Parks of Kansas City, Kansas, is holding his first term of this important office, closing up his second year. To say the least about Mr. Kaelin's administration, thus far, the fair minded person, would say it has been a success from every angle of the imperfection of mankind. Mr. Kaelin is one of those quiet, unasuming men, but of strong personal will power. He never acts until he is thoroughly satisfied his action is for the best results for good, both city and people. Of course there has been times of error which is human, but he acted with an honest conviction. He has been fair and impartial to all classes and creeds throughout the city and has been approachable at all times from the humblest to the greatest. Mr. Kaelin under his administra- ```markdown ``` ervants le, for many years ran a grocery vet, and was one of the city's suc- cero years ago, or at the last munc- nated and elected to the office of His campaign slogan was "Get It back the office he commenced carry- ay the streets of Kansas City are may have been for many years. Mr. upon his foremen, altogether, but and sees that the work is being done thing can be said of Mr. Schaible. ents have not been in one part of miles of streets and boulevards. that is not all, he is still "Getting tion has accomplished a greater work for the city and its citizens, that has ever been done in the short two years of his office. Among a few of the many things put over is the Community Center in Armoudale, with play ground, Community House, swimming pool, ball diamond, lawn tennis courts and in fact every thing for the amusement and comfort of that community's citizenship and what is said of Armourdale can be said of Argentine and other community centers of which some are not completed. The latest program from this department is a Community Center. located conveniently as possible, where the colored children may have a play ground with a Community House, lawn tennis courts, swimming pool, base ball park and other amusements, as in others are fitted up. Work will be started on this park soon as the location can be settled on. ```markdown ``` DECEMBER 15,1922. ran a grocery store the city's success the last municipal office of the town was "Get It Amended carry Kansas City are many years. Mr. Altogether, but it is being done Mr. Schaible: in one part of town boulevards. It still "Getting CO DECEMBER 15.1922. J. O. MIDNIGHT delighted to be there. They were talking and there were several meetings there. In a meeting held in the church of which Rev. S. A. Mosely is pastor, the speakers were Revs. P. James Bryant and W. H. Moses, candidates for president and their slogan was to "defeat L. K. Williams at any cost." It went down the line. Now with Rye Parks, Moses and Now with Revs. Parks, Moses and Bryant against him, he just-had to beat the field, and he had them all to beat, and you will believe me honey he just did that very thing. In this he says to the world that he is today the strongest man in the Baptist denomination in America, and he is going to take up the work so well started by our friend. Elias Camp Morris, and carry it on to completion. The publishing house is to be completed under him and many other things to be done. The Lord is certainly good to us. Dr. Williams got 808 votes over theentire field, while Dr. W. G. Parks, the man who was already in, and two candidates working trojans land him got 869, and you bet that is landing some. The people were true to Dr. Williams, and some wanted him defeated because he is popular, and thus it goes on. Rev. Moses was to be nominated, and one man from New York got the floor, and after speaking of New York and its loyalty, and what had been planned, said that Dr. Moses would nominate himself. Believe me honey, Dr. Moses made one big speech. He is the most speechifying man in this country. He can just get off the puppy's tail, and walk the dog, and shake the shimmey when he is making a speech, and he made just one of that style of speeches, and concluded, by asking all his friends to unite to Parks, and that would get the whole Baptist family together. Then when it came time for Dr. P. James Bryant, he was nominated by the Rev. Dr. Nabrit, and he made a same kind of speech that the other made. Next we were listening to that little orator from Pittsburgh, the man who can just lift you up with his matthless eloquence, and call on the world to look at you, and say "There is a man." He just swayed that audience at will, and nominated Dr. W. G. Parks. Dr. Norman had already been placed in nomination and the last to be named was the Rev. Dr. L. K. Williams. Just before Dr. Williams was named, he stepped forward, for he had been behind the screen before. I have never since I have been the color that I am witnessed such an ovation to one man. It was fully 20 minutes before the speaker could open his mouth, and then that fine little orator from Chicago, W. H. Harrison, came forward, and cut the pigeon wing. He made one think of Paul, or some other great orator. He. like Austin, toted the audience, and he did not nominate, but presented Dr. S. E. J. Watson, of Chicago, a great preacher and orator, and I am here to tell you that he made one more speech in placing Dr. Williams in nomination, and that audience all but went wild. It was a great big meeting and a great big time. Now then, Dr. M. W. D. Norman, came forward after Dr. W. M. Taylor of Baton Rouge had answered or seconded the nomination, and Dr. Norman, with love and sympathy for the man whose head all were on declined in favor of Dr. Williams, and then the thing was right on. Neck and neck they went around the ring, and when he struck the home stretch L. K. Williams stepped in the lead, and held it to the end, and he will announce some of the things he wants to do later. He is a wonderful man, and I am proud of him. I believe that he is going to make a success. Let it come, for come it must. I took from early Friday morning until 11 o'clock Friday night to elect officers and many of the men and women just remained without leaving the room. I was one of them. I had plenty to eat that day, for I ate one grape fruit and an apple. I voted my vote, and it was one of those votes that helped to win. The Rev. W. M. Taylor succeeded Dr. Parks, R. B. Hudson was again elected secretary; and all the other secretaries elected. No break in the cabinet, except the head, for Dr. A. J. Stokes, was elected treasurer and the work will go on. Miss Myrtle Anderson lost her pocketbook, $57.60, and the convention made it up through a collection, and I shall tell you some more later. Mrs. Norene Davis is down here. Oklahoma stood right by Dr. Williams, and their vote elected him, for without it he would not be the president. Several in Oklahoma voted against him, but believe me, Drs. Johnson, E. W. Perry, and all the others were right at their post. I will not be able to tell you all about the college this week, but I would like to have you pray for me. God bless you. Tell 'em how you are. DR. W. H. 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Caldwell, of Nashville, Tenn., will permit the next general conference to elect him secretary of the Allen Christian Endeavor League and he is willing to spend the rest of his life in the work. I will tell you more about it another time. I shall try to tell you some of the things for the old year. Now I must bring this letter to a sudden stop. J. O. MIDNIGHT. "THE SWEET SHOP" BEN GERBER Drexel 1983 720 Minnesota Kansas Cty, Kansas MRS. HAZEL A. PARRS 729 Everett Scientific Scalp and Hair Culturist Graduate of Poro College St. Louis, Mo. Manicuring and Face Massage J. O. MIDNIGHT. Our Xmag stores are chuck full of splendid wares. Buy your holiday goods at home and save money. THE KANSAS CITY ADVOCATE Matters of Delicacy. "Why is Paris permitted to dictate the fashions?" "Because of our American sense or propriety," replied Miss Cayenne. "Fashions have occasionally been seen that no one would want to discuss them in plain English." Drexel 1759 Posted on Current Events. 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Sunday by Appointment Residence Drexel 2580 KANSAS CITY, KANSAS THE KANSAS CITY ADVOCATE Blank for holiday greeting card. In the District Court of Wyandotte County, Kansas, John Spitzingel, plaintiff, vs. No. 19.006-A Robert L. McAlpine, Jessie S. McAlpine and John W. McAlpine, sole and only heirs at law of Nicholas McAlpine and Maria W. McAlpine, his wife, both deceased, George Forschler, George Foerschler and his wife, J. G. Leist, if living; and the unknown heirs, executors, administrators, devisees, trustees and assigns, or any of them, of such said defendants, if any, as may be dead, defendants. State of Kansas, Wyandotte County, ss. The state of Kansas to all of the defendants named in the caption hereof, excepting Robert L. McAlpine, Jessie S. McAlpine and John W. McAlpine. Greeting: You and each of you are hereby notified that you have been sued by the above named plaintiff in the above entitled court, his petition having been filed against you in said court on August 31, 1922, and his certain amended petition having been filed against you in said case on December 11, 1922, and that you must answer said amended petition on or before the 26th day of, January, A. D. 1923, or said amended petition and the allegations thereof will be taken as true, and a judgment and decree rendered against you accordingly of the following nature, to-wit: 1. That each of the defendants be compelled to show what claim, estate, interest, title or lien he or she may have in, to or upon the following described real estate in Wyandotte County, Kansas, or any part thereof, to-wit: Lot forty-nine (49) in block three (3) in McAlpine's Addition to Wyandotte City. And that such claims, estates, interests, titles or liens be adjudged and decreed to be null and void. 2. That the plaintiff's title to the said above described real estate be adjudged and decreed to be absolute and perfect, and that said title be quieted against each of said defendants, and that said defendants and each of them be wholly excluded from any interest, estate, title or lien in said real estate, or any part thereof, and that said defendants be perpetually barred and enjoined from asserting any claim, lien, title or interest thereto, therein or thereon. 3. That the court find, adjudge and decree that all of the allegations in plaintiff's said petition are true, and that he have such other and further relief as the facts therein set out entitle him to receive. By D. E. Henderson, His Attorney. Attest: Carl W. Fincke, Clerk By C. D. Bruce, Deputy Clerk. (First published Dec. 15, 1922.) CHRISTMAS AND GHOST TALES Festival Is Natural'y Associated With Stories of Haunted Halls and Things Supernatural. HRISTMAS being celebrated in the depth of winter, when "lang's the neet free e'en to morn," the festival is naturally associated with HRISTMAS being celebrated in the depth of winter, when "lang's the neet free'en to morn." the festival is naturally associated with tales of haunted halls and "things" that are supernatural. Thus Dickens in his "Christmas Carol," gave us the Spirits of the Past, the Present, and the Future, but Christmas in mind, clothed each of them in a fascinating mantle of kindness, and sent them out on a message of mercy that made itself felt over all the earth. Over many a stony Scrooge have they cast their mellowing shades, teaching them to say: "I will honor Christmas in my heart, and try to keep it all the year. I will live in the Past, the Present, and the Future. The spirits of all three shall strive within me. I will not shut out the lessons that they teach." 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