Kansas City Advocate

KANSAS Vol. X REMARKABLE PROSPER- ITY OF KANSAS COL- GRED FARMERS (Lincoln Service.) Washington, Jan. 3.—A typical case of the progress being made by colored farmers in western states is found in Kansas in what is known as the "Hutchinson District." In this district, which comprises several counties in the southwestern part of the state, the 172 pioneer colored farmers who have found their way from the South to this agricultural eldorado, operate approximately 41,000 acres, or enough land, if placed acre to acre, to make a strip one mile wide and 64 miles long. Of these 172 farmers 116 or 67 per cent are owners, or, in other words, there are as many owners among this small group of Kansas farmers as there are among the 5,461 colored farmers in Leflore County, Mississippi. But Kansas is an attractive state, especially for colored men who know how to farm, as is indicated by the fact that out of a total of 1,135 colored farmers in the entire state, who operate about 177,000 acres valued, with buildings, at nearly $10,000,000, about 710 or 62 per cent of them are owners. In only four other states having 500 or more colored farmers is the percentage of ownership higher, and these are, in the order named, West Virginia, Michigan, Ohio and Virginia. Concerning the value of the farm produce raised in the "Hutchinson District" last year, the Hutchinson News says: "The produce raised last year ( in that particular district) had a value equal to twelve times as much as all the gold produced in Alaska last year; eight times as much as all the gold and silver mined in Colorado; it was $24,000,000 more than all the copper produced in Arizona; nearly twice the value of all the iron ore mined in Michigan; nearly three times as much as all the coal mined in Kansas, Missouri and Oklahoma combined; three times the value of all the granite quarried in New England, and four times the value of all the petroleum produced in Pennsylvania last year. It is fortunate for these colored pioneers that they located in such a prosperous part of the country where law and order obtain, and where their success depends wholly upon their individual efforts. If more of our men who know how to farm and who really prefer an agricultural to an industrial life could be directed to the farming opportunities in such states as West Virginia, Michigan, Wisconsin, Kansas and Washington, their lives would be much happier and they would doubtless be of more service to their race and country than as residents of ghetto districts in highly organized industrial centers where the competition is too keen to permit of material advancement for men of their training. Christmas Candies at Kassel's Drug Store, 534 Minnesota avenue. OPENING OF DAVIS MATERNITY SANITARIUM The Davis Maternity Sanitarium Auxiliary will hold its opening in the Davis Building, 422 Minnesota avenue, Monday, January 7, 1924, including a linen shower, beginning at 7:30 p. m. sharp. The following men will be present and speak: Mayor W. W. Gordon, Dr. Wm. A. Love, Dr. L. B. Gloyne, Dr. Edward T. Perry, Rev. Geo. McNeal, Rev. H. B. Bronson and Editor Kennedy. Miss Ruth Gregg, a student at K. U. is spending the holiday vacation, with her parents, Prof. and Mrs. G. A. Gregg, 2214 Russell avenue. Mr. Hubert Clark of Arizona is visiting Mr. and Mrs. S. Lee and Mr. Charles Lee on Freeman avenue. He is an officer in the U. S. Army and stationed in Arizona. Officers of Metropolitan B. Y. P. U. are Mr. Hudely, president; Mr. Andrews, vice president; Miss La Cover, secretary; Miss C. Payne, or- ganist; Mrs. F. Thomas, treasurer. SUBSCRIPTION PRICE TWELVE MONTHS, $1.50 JOINT RECITAL DECIDED SUCCESS. Thursday evening, December 27, will be remembered by Kansas City's music lovers as a red letter occasion. The joint recital by Mr. Chauncey Downs, violinist of K. U., Miss Bertha M. Green, pianist, and Prof. T. H. Reynolds, tenor and master of music. The program was one of merit from start to finish. Mr. Downs is a student at K. U. His playing of the violin was excellent and showed him to be an artist. His musical selections were from the best and popular authors. "To a Wild Rose" (Edward McDowell); "Nobody Knows de Trouble I've Seen" (Clarence Cameron White). In these two numbers as with those that followed hist ones, technique and control were beautiful and showed his mastery over his violin. Concerto No. 1 (Frederick Sietz) was played with that brilliancy and smoothness of tone and touch and made a fine impression. Carl Bohm's "Perpetuo Mobile" and Nevin's "Rosary" were wonderfully executed. Perhaps his best playing was given in his own composition, "Prelue in E Minor." Beginning in a religioso movement, smoothly and sweetly gliding into brilliant yet soft strains, ending in a short stacatto, it was a fine piece and perfectly executed. The audience thoroughly enjoyed every number and we look forward to the time when our own Chauncey will be recognized as a great violin virtuoso like Clarence Cameron, White and others. Prof. T. H. Reynolds was greeted with storms of applause in all his renditions. He was wonderful in Chadwick's "Before the Dawn" and MacDowell's "The Sea," and gave as encores "Three for Jack" and Strickland's "Malinda Lou," a sweet southern melody of bayous, honeysuckle vines, and sung only as Prof. Reynolds can sing. Miss Green was at home in all her splendid renditions, perhaps excelling in Leschelzky's "Lucia di Lammermoor" for left hand only. It was an excellent program and everyone wishes the best for both of the young folks and await with eager expectancy Prof. Reynold's next appearance. FORT SCOTT ROYALLY ENTERTAINS ANNUAL MEET FORT SCOTT ROYALLY ENTERTAINS ANNUAL MEET INTERSTATE LITERARY SOCIETY TO MEET HERE NEXT YEAR The Inter-State Literary Society of Kansas and the West held its annual meeting last week at Fort Scott, Kansas, Judge I. F. Bradley, Sr., president, presiding. There was a fine attendance of brainy men and women. The addresses and literary productions, with special musical programs, were exceedingly interesting, as well as educational. The annual address by the president was one of great thought and logic. It was received and listened to by minds that were appreciative and who really think. The visitors were nicely and kindly taken care of while there, so much so that the society elected a Fort Scott man as the next president, Dr. Geo. W. Allison; Vice-president, Miss Willa Dwiggins, Kansas City, Kansas; Secretary, Miss Thelma Hill, Fort Scott; Chairman executive committee, Prof. Sherman Scruggs, Kansas City, Kansas; Chaplain, Rev. C. E. Brooks, Kansas City, Kansas. The principal prize winners were from Oklahoma and Missouri. The society was able financially to meet all of its obligations. The 1924 meeting comes to Kansas City, which is during the holiday week. Miss Leora Gordon, 349 Washington boulevard, is now in Little Rock, Ark., visiting friends and relations. Miss Olive Washington, 625 New Jersey avenue, is still on the sick list. Mrs. Dessie Jackson, 211 Garfield avenue, is now up and is able to attend church. CITY Kansas City, Kansas, ROOMS TO RENT—Two modern steam heated rooms for light housekeeping. Call at 934 Washington blvd., or call phone Fifield 3739M.. --- OHIO FEDERATION OF LABOR TO SUPPORT DYER BILL Columbus, Ohio, Jan. 3.—By a vote practically unanimous, the Ohio Federation of Labor went on record as opposing the practice of lynching, and pledging its support to the Dyer measure to make it a federal crime. The resolution says: "Whereas, lynching is a violation of the Constitution of the United States; the Constitution of the United States does not embody the penalty for such violation; the 'Dyer Anti-Lynching Bill' provides for definite punishment for such violation; lynching is a disgrace to our country; it is a moral wrong; and the 'Dyer Anti-Lynching Bill' will, if it becomes an amendment to the Constitution of the United States, have a tendency to blot out lyinch in the United States; therefore, be it resolved, that the Ohio State Federation of Labor go on record as urging the senators and representatives of the State of Ohio to use their influence in favor of the 'Dyer Anti-Lynching Bill,' which will be reintroduced in Congress at its next session." Chiropractic gets you well. Dr. Counts, 1924 North Walnut street. SECRETARY WORK SECURES APPROPRIATION FOR HOWARD. Washington, Jan. 3.—When the Secretary of the Interior included $500,000 additional appropriation for a new laboratory for- the medical school of Howard University it was cut out by the budget committee. But Secretary Work, who is indefatigable for the extension of educational facilities for colored physicians, fought it out and it was returned to the appropriation. BOYS' DAY AT PASEO Y. M. C. A. Sunday will be Boys Day at Paseo Y. M .C. A. At 3:30 p. m. Prof. Wise of the Kansas Sitde, with his boys' orchestra, will render a program. Boys are especially invited to be present Sunday afternoon. Christmas Perfumes at Kassel's Drug Store, 534 Minnesota avenue. GOLD PRIZES AWARDED BY JUDGE GREEN. Some two months ago Lawyer Dorsey Green offered before the Junior Allen Christian Endeavor League, at First A. M. E. church, two five dollar gold pieces, one to the scholar whose record showed the best in attendance and deportment up to Sunday night, December 30th, and the other five dollar prizes to the scholar bringing in the largest number of new scholars. At the close of the Sunday evening's program Judge Green awarded to the winners the two gold pieces, little Mary Harpole receiving one for best attendance and deportment and Miss Elizabeth Simpson the other gold piece for bringing in the largest number of scholars. Many others showed great strength in both contests and received special mention. A great ovation went up by the other scholars when the prizes were awarded to the winners. THE FORUM. Judge Bradley has charge of the Forum program for Sunday, January 6th, at Metropolitan Temple. A talk on whether all the city teachers should be retained is said to be the general discussion. Last Sunday an open Forum was held, and Judge Bradley, Attorney Towers, Prof. Scruggs and A. Fields talked. Good music, good program and election of officers next Sunday, January 6, 1924. Come to the Forum. Some want Prof. Curry or some past president to hold the election. Rev. W. B. Johnson of Horton, Kansas, was the guest of relatives and friends in the two Kansas Citys a few days during the holidays. ADVOCATE "THE BIRTH OF A NATION" ALLOWED TO BE EXHIBITED Judge John C. Pollock Grants Temporary Injunction Against Wichita Officials Which Allows "The Birth of a Nation" to Be Exhibited. The picture, "The Birth of a Nation," that was passed November 27 by the Kansas Board of Review of censors, which was refused admittance to be shown in the state by two ex-governors, Senator Arthur Capper and Henry Allen, went before the state's highest court last Monday in this city, before Judge John C. Pollock. The picture was billed to be shown in Wichita, when the colored and white people made an appeal to the city commission to prevent its showing, who immediately met and with a unanimous vote passed an ordinance against its appearance in that city. C. W. Stater, owner of the Kansas rights to exhibit the picture, immediately got out an injunction against the city officials. The officials of Wichita then brought the case Monday before the Federal court of this city. Judge Pollock presiding, who in a restraining order granted the rights of the picture to be shown in Wichita, without interference by the city officials, and therefore restrained the enforcement of an ordinance recently passed in Wichita prohibiting its showing. Should the injunction be made permanent, the case will act as a precedent for the entire state. In commenting upon the controversy, Judge Pollock said: "The people of Kansas are as intelligent as the people of any other state and are not going to be excited by a picture, the scenes of which are supposed to depict the period immediately following the Civil war. The colored person of today has the same rights as any other American citizen, and he does not need special legislation to protect him." ADVOCATE RENEWALS A large number of Advocate subscriptions expired December 31, 1923, and we wish to extend our hearty thanks to each one for their patronage. We hope and will appreciate your renewal for 1924 as soon as possible and will endeavor to serve you this year, equal and if possible better than the past year, besides giving our readers a greater volume of live reading matter. We ask each subscriber to either mail or phone us their local news, which is run FREE. Our collectors are on their rounds to wait on you. We want to thank those who made their renewals early in the week. Mr. Benjamin Canady of Bristo, Okla., spent the holidays at Western University, visiting his daughter, Lonzetta, who is attending school. NEW YEAR'S GREETINGS TO OUR MANY FRIENDS W H O S E GOOD-WILL THROUGHOUT THE YEAR JUST CLOSED HAS BEEN SO INSTRUMENTAL IN THE UPBUILDING OF OUR BUSINESS, AS WELL AS TO THOSE WE HOPE TO SERVE IN THE FUTURE, WE EXTEND OUR SINCERE WISHES FOR A MOST PROSPEROUS AND HAPPY NEW YEAR. Service Above Self Store: 724 Minnesota Avenue Phone Fairfax 4100 Kansas City, Kansas Member Florists' Telegraph Delivery Association THOMAS KENNEDY EDITOR AND PUBLISHER AN OLD, RESPECTED, USEFUL CITIZEN AT REST. The funeral of Miss Cynthia Henderson was held from First Baptist church Sunday evening, 2 p. m. The Rev. W. A. Bowren, D. D., preached a most excellent sermon. Aunt Cynthia, as most every one delighted to call her by that name, was a unique character. A member of the First Baptist church 37 years, active in every department of her church, she was a broad hearted Christian woman, full of good deeds for the uplift of humanity. The church was crowded with citizens from both Kansas Citys. She was respected and loved by all who knew her and the floral offerings and befitting resolutions spoke in certain tones of the high esteem in which she was held. Following are some of the florals: "Gates Ajar," Mary Magdalene court H. of J. and First Baptist church; "Vacant Chair," Ruth Mission circle and B. Y. P. U. of First Baptist church. Other beautiful florals were from Rebecca Tabernacle No. 11, K. and D. of Tabor; Rebecca Drill Corps No. 1; Sheba Chapter No. 18, Pride of Kansas Palatium, Royal House of Media, Douglass Hospital Club. The family, daughter, Catherine Kirk; Rosebud Council K. and D. of Honor. Resolutions from all the above named organizations, also Orange Rose Tent No. 45, and original poem by Rev. A. F. Wilson. Thus passes from our community a useful citizen and noble, Christian character. The Advocate extends its heartfelt sympathy to Mrs. Daniels, her sister, and daughters, Catherine Kirk and Juanita Henderson, and other relatives. Peace to her ashes. CARD OF THANKS. We wish to thank all who contributed to our success in any way during the past year. With God's help, we mean to continue our work. Wishing each of you a happy and prosperous New Year. BROTHER'S SCHEME FAILS BEFORE COURT JUDGE HUTCHINGS REFUSES TO GRANT INJUNCTION FILED BY SISTER'S HALF BROTHER GILES CANADY Giles Canady, a half brother of Miss Lonzetta Canady, a beautiful girl student of Western University, who has recently become of age and is rated to be worth a half million dollars, in oil lands in Oklahoma, who sought by means of court order to bring- his sister to some white Oklahoma lawyers in this city last week, which is said to sign certain papers—otherwise to sign prabably her wealth away, failed Monday before F. D. Hutchings, judge of the second division of the district court, tohave granted an injunction, preventing officials of Western University from interfering with Canady's visits to his sister. Attempts were made by attorneys for the clients, who had left for their homes Sunday, to have the case continued, but Judge Hutchings would not allow it. This is nothing new for Western University officials as at other times robbers of this kind have tried to get girls of wealth to Kansas City, Mo., for the same purpose, but have never succeeded. It is said two white men in a car, license Oklahoma, with a Tulsa tag, parked nearly every day for two weeks around the school on one of the pikes probably waiting their chance to kidnap this girl. Mr. Benjamin Canady, the girl's father, was here to assist in protecting his daughter. The Mite Missionary societies of the A. M. E. churches of this city hold their monthly meeting Friday, January 4th, in the A. M. E. church at Bonner Springs, Rev. Edwin Eatman, pastor. Number 20 MIDNIGHT LEAVES CHI CAGO TURKEY CRAZY. REMEMBERED BY MANY FRIENDS Winston-Salem, North Carolina, Jan. 3.—Good-bye, 1923, and good morning 1924. One we must bid farewell and the other we must bid welcome, yet we know not what it may have in store for us. We have started on this year, and have turned over a new leaf, and in this I have joined you, and hope that we may be able to see some of its carried out. The year which has just closed carried with it sunshine and sadness, and I have been called upon time and time again to remind you of the shortness of life and the surety of death, by the departure of some noted friend or relative of yours. They know how many business enterprises have been launched, and some have failed, and this is all a part of life's program. Stop and think of some of those who were with us in 1923, when the new year was ushered in. They had their plans and turned their new leaf and wrote their resolutions thereon, but death knocked at their door are they were aware, and they had but to fold their arms and answer the summons, ready or no ready. Some of our most noted men and women have crossed over, and others are lingering. Death went into the huts, into the mansions, into the humble homes, into the pulpits and into the pews, in the school houses—in fact, he has not drawn the line anywhere. Way out in California, it found President Warren G. Harding, and he had to go, would not permit him to get back to Washington to close out affairs there, and then in that same part of our country it found Rev. J. H. VanLue, from Kansas, and Rev. J. M. Harris, from Arkansas, two leading Baptist preachers, and then it looked like FINANCING HOME BUYING. (Lincoln News Service.) Norfolk, Va., Jan. 3.—The Norfolk Home Building and Loan Association was organized eighteen years ago, and from a small beginning it has developed to its present standing with resources amounting to $135,000, of which more than $100,000 are invested in homes in Norfolk, Porsmouth and Norfolk county. Hundreds of families who formerly paid rent are making use of the opportunity afforded by this association for owning their homes.—Norfolk Journal and Guide. YATES BRANCH Y. W. C. A. The Ever Ready Club of the Yates Branch contributed their bit towards making others happy during the holiday season. One of the most beautiful Christmas trees ever seen adorned the little reception rooms of the branch and to the tree were invited 32 children who had had little' or any of the joy of Christmas. After a program of games and stories which the children enjoyed immensely, Santa Claus remembered each child with a gift from the wonderful tree. The resident girls were the happy recipients of a large box of Christmas goodies sent by a friend of the work, Mrs. Mary Jones of Kansas City, Mo. The girls all feel very grateful for this remembrance. Rev. J. P. F. Stuckey is in Dallas, Texas, attending the Church of the Living God convention, which started December 25th. Mr. James Stuckey and wife is in Texarkana, Ark., visiting friends and relatives. They will return soon. Lawyer Harrison of Hutchinson, Kansas, spent several days with friends in the city this week. FURNISHED ROOM—A nice furnished room for rent; with bath and all modern improvements, except heat. Fine location and near car line. Call Fifield 0574R. --- THE KANSAS CITY ADVOCATE THOMAS KENNEDY, Editor and Proprietor. THOS. KNAPPER Associate Editor 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 Fix 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. The editor and wife, wishes to thank their many friends, who so kindly remembered them, with lovely tokens during the Christmas holidays. We wish for you a very Happy and prosperous New Year. Mail Carrier, and Mrs. O. B. Johnson and their daughter, Miss Marie, entertained Mrs. M. C. Matthews at a New Year's luncheon Tuesday. We regret to learn that Mrs. Benj. Robinson at Third and Greeley is quite sick. Mrs. Jordan, at Tenth and Nebraska, is reported very sick. The joint recital of Miss B. Green, C. Downs and Prof. Reynolds at First Baptist church was fine. It was one of our elite society events. The patrons, patronesses and auditors were highly pleased with this musical. Perfume Atomizers at Kassel's Drug Store, 534 Minnesota avenue. Mr. Arthur Younger, from Detroit, Mich., visited here during the holidays at Mrs. Frye's, Freeman avenue, and returned home Wednesday. He is a fine Christian young man. Mrs. A. T. Marr of Jersey avenue left Sunday night for Des Moines, Iowa, to attend the funeral of her sister's husband. Perfume Atomizers at Kassel's Drug Store, 534 Minnesota avenue. Mr. Long of Los Angeles, Cal., visited his relatives, Mr. and Mrs. C. A. Long, at 713 Everett, during the Christmas holidays. Mr. Ardennis Fields of Minneapolis has been visiting his mother, Mrs. Grant, on Oakland avenue for several weeks. Miss Marie Johnson is now stenographer at Attorney Shackelford's office. Christmas Cigars at cost. Kassel's Drug Store, 534 Minnesota avenue. The funeral of Miss Cynthia Henderson was held Sunday from First Baptist church. She was a fine, Christian welfare worker and all will miss her greatly. Mrs. Alice Irvin of White Cloud, Kansas, is visiting her sister, Mrs. J. A. Griffin, and family, 410 Nebraska avenue; also her daughter, Mrs. W. R. Johnson, and family. Rev. Ephraim Bailey, 281 South Mill street, who was shot about two weeks ago by a former employee over some money matters, died Saturday night at St. Margaret's hospital, and was buried Monday afternoon from First A. M. E. church, Rev. C. E. Brooks officiating. Christmas Candies at Kassel's Drug Store, 534 Minnesota avenue. Mr. Joseph Law still remains quite ill at his home, 933 Oakland avenue. His friends hope for him a change soon for the better. Mrs. Leotine Prince, 419 Everett avenue, has been confined to the house for several days with illness, but is much improved, which will be good news to her friends. THE WEEKLY ANNOUNCER OF FIRST A. M. E. CHURCH Located Cor Eighth and Nebraska C. E. BROOKS, Pastor. Parsonage' 1111 N. Eighth St. Phone, Fairfax 2904 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 A very fine and attentive audience gathered Sunday morning to hear the word of God. The pastor, Rev. C. E. Brooks, filled his pulpit and delivered a very strong sermon. Subject: "Clean Heart." It was a remarkably strong sermon, of which David was taken as an example, as how he prayed and pleaded to the Master for a clean heart. Men and women were made to think and examine themselves from the truths coming from God's disciple. Many hallelujahs went out during this wonderful exposition of God's word. The pastor, at 7:30 p. m., preached another splendid sermon and the Junior choir added much to the service, with their heartfelt gospel songs. The Sabbath school had its usual fine attendance, with a good corps of teachers to instruct the scholars. Watch meeting was held Monday night, with prayer, song, testimonials and a short spiritual sermon by the pastor. The old year was ushered out and the New Year ushered in by those present on their knees. It was a happy New Year indeed to those who had faced the cold, wintry weather to give thanks to God for permitting them to see the separation, at the midnight hour. New Year's day the Mite Missionary Society served a fine turkey dinner, with open house, at the parsonage. The pastor and wife had many callers with a hearty New Year's greeting, and those who could not come in person made their greetings over the phone. This Friday night will be monthly love feast, and Sunday communion, being the first of both in the new year. God would be pleased to see all His professed followers at His church, which was established by Him that they, who claim to know His love, might know and show to the world they really had been changed. Come out Friday night and Sunday. Come to the Sunday morning prayer meeting. THE CHURCH OF THE LIVING COD Rev. A. S. Mayfield, Pastor. 'On last Sunday, December 30th, the last Sunday in 1923, was a very beautiful Sunday. We were graced with a good congregatoin, the Sunday school was very nicely attended and many good things were found in the lesson. Don't forget to come to our Sunday school. The morning service was grand. Elder Dickerson, pastor in charge for a few weeks, preached a good sermon. Elder Dickerson is an excellent minister. He only has been with the Church of 'God a very short time. Our pastor, Elder A. S. Mayfield, is now attending the Texas convention in Dallas and will return home to his charge soon. Mrs. Mayfield si visiting her mother in Muskogee, Okla. The Missionary League is in session every Sunday at 6 p. m. Come out and help us to reason on the Word. The league has some awful good lessons. Everybody is welcome to be with us. The night sermon was preached by Elder Dickerson, which was grand and was enjoyed by all. The attendance was great, many visitors were present, and the collection was good. The new church on Oakland avenue is under construction. The basement is expected to be completed in the near future. All services will be in Diggs hall, 312 Nebraska avenue, until further notified. Sunday school every Sunday at 10 a. m., peraching, 11 a. m.; Missionary League, 6 p. m.; preaching, 8 p. m. All are welcome. The Christmas tree was greatly attended at 349 Washington boule- THE KANSAS CITY ADVOCATE METROPOLITAN TEMPLE NOTES An appreciative congregation attended services at Metropolitan Baptist church and heard Rev. A. Browne, presiding elder in West Virginia, preach a sermon which was greatly enjoyed. His subject was on Paul's wonderful preaching after his miraculous conversion. Text, "I am not ashamed of the gospel." By illustrations and interspersion of appropriate hymns, he made his sermon very impressive, and some united with the church and some were new converts. Many sanctioned his discourse with "amens," and Pastor Bronson praised it highly. He was given an after collection of $10. The Senior choir sang well, and Mrs. A. M. Browne, teacher of cooking at Sumner night school, announced the reopening after the holidays. Sunday afternoon, Pastor Bronson spoke at the Paseo Y. M. C. A. in Kansas City, Mo., and one of the choirs sang. At night, the B. Y. P. U. had its anniversary program. The program was much longer, but did not beat the programs of December 23rd and 16th. Some of the features were: Piano solo, Miss Leila Plummer; talks by group leaders, etc. Miss Jackson, Junior B. Y. P. U., sang a sweet, appropriate song; Mesdames Thomas and Pickens sang, and President Hundley gave an oration on "The Greatness of Seeking Eternal Life." He certainly has a wonderful memory. The report on the church drive was postponed till Sunday, January 6th. Come out next Sunday, as it will be a great day. The two greatest church ordinances will be given. That is, we will have Baptism and the Lord's Supper. On Monday, December 31st, we had a nice watch meeting. Many witnessed for Jesus just before 1923 went out and the baby New Year 1924 came in. We were on our knees at prayer when the whistles announced the arrival. We went home rejoicing. Come to the Metropolitan next Sunday, January 6th, and hear wonderful sermons from Pastor Bronson, who can preach when he will and is adapting himself to the ways of true Christians in Kansas. Mrs. Jennie Palmer is still sick. Mrs. Richardson, who got hurt by an auto, is able to walk with a crutch. Chiropractic gets you well. Dr. Counts, 1924 North Walnut street. Lots of Them. "Is golf a difficult game to learn?" "It is. I know some men who have been playing it for years and they haven't learned the rules yet." Agreed. "Let's go walkin.' Miss Johnsing. I feels kinda pedestrian tonight." "All right. I feels kinda walkative mah own self."—Nashville Tennessee. Well Known. Man (in court)—A public character? I should say I am! Why, I haven't paid my taxes without being sued for the last 21 years!—London Tit-Bits. He--Yes, and the drawbacks of the literary profession are the comebacks. Judgment Withheld. "Was your uncle's mind vigorous and sane up to the very last? One of the Heirs—That we don't know as yet. The will will not be opened until tomorrow. Getting the Effect. Mother—What are you shaking your brothet for? Harold—Why, that silly little fellow took his medicine and forgot to shake the bottle. Bars Married Women. Future employment of married women in the Cincinnati public library and its branches has been barred by action of the board of trustees. vard. Many presents were distributed to young and old. The New Year dinner was nicely attended at 1023 Nebraska avenue, at Mrs. Emma Jenkins' residence. It was given in honor of the church. Oh, yes, read the K. C. K. Advocate to keep up with the latest news. For sale at the above church every Sunday, 5c; per year, $1.50 for 52 weeks. W. C. Arch, reporter and collector, office 1810 North Fifth street; phone Fairfax 4802. 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, Wednesday, 8 p. m. Corner Fifth Street and State Ave. Rev. W. A. Bowren, D. D., Pastor "We know not the way we are going, But well do we know our Guide! With a childlike trust we give our hand To the mighty Friend at our side. The only thing that we say to Him As He takes it is 'Hold it fast; Suffer us not to lose our way, And bring us home at last.'" The last Sabbath in 1923 found every teacher, superintendent and a splenddi attendance on the job for our Master whose servants we are. The excellent sermon—preached by the pastor—text, "The joy of the Lord is your strength," Nehemiah 8:10—was spiritual food and the Lord's people rejoiced. Several accessions and ordinance of baptism was given. The pastor was given a purse of $41.50 and a monogrammed, morocco leather, new indexed Bible. He is very appreciative of both gifts. They were graciously given and received in the same spirit. The B. Y. P. U. held a most interesting session. Prof. John H. Hodge gave an address that will linger long in the minds of those who listened, for it was logical, scientific and withal interesting. The B. Y. P. U. presented the Allen Entertainers in concert New Year'sni ght to a good sized audience despite inclement, cold weather. They also had open doors from 2 p. m. till 6 p. m. The Union is progressing nicely under the supervision of Mrs. Ada Mesley and a fine corps of officers. Ruth Mission Circle was served a chicken dinner with all the New Year trimmings and everything by the president, Mrs. Lulu B. Forrest. There was a bounteous feast of good things to eat and everyone was served all they could eat gratis. The circle elected all of their same officers except second vice president and treasurer. Mrs. Julia Smith was elected second vice president and Mrs. Ama Scruggs treasurer. The officers of the circle follow: Mrs. L. B. Forrest, president. Mrs. F. L. Prince, first vice president. Mrs. Julia Hunt, recording secretary. Mrs. Lena B. Downs, financial secretary. A hearty welcome awaits all who attend our services. Christmas Perfumes at Kassel's Drug Store, 534 Minnesota avenue. MT. OLIVE BAPTIST CHURCH Preaching, 8:00 p. m. Mission Circle, Monday night 7:30 p. m. Y. M. B. Band, Tuesday night 7:30 p. m. Prayer service, Wednesday night, 7:30 p. m. Teachers meeting Thursday, 7 p. m. Choir practice, Friday night, 8.00 p. m. B. Y. P. U. Sundays, 5 P. M. The year 1923 has gone down in history. The Mount Olive Baptist church had a glorious service on December 25, 1923, and on January 1, 1924. The good friends of the church gave the pastor and his dear wife a good Christmas donation. The sinner friends of Mount Olive Baptist church exclusively made the pastor a fine present, which was highly appreciated. This shows that everybody loves our pastor and his preachings and life and appreciates his effort to bring us to the front. Our services Sunday, December 30, 1923, were opened with a spiritual prayer meeting. Text, Hebrews 4: 12, "For the word of God is quick and powerful and sharper than any two edged sword piercing even to the dividing asunder of the soul and spirit and of the joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart." He carried his discourse to such an extent that his hearers were benefited spiritually. The weather being inclement, our congregation was somewhat short Sunday night. The pastor preached from the text, Matt. 5:14, "Ye are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill can not be hid." Subject, "Christians' Light." He car- DIRECTORY OF MASONIC LODGES ried his discourse to the point that all enjoyed his sermon and was benefited. We had a good service Monday night at the watch meeting. All enjoyed the great blessings of the Holy Spirit and was thankful to be spared to see passing away of 1923 and the advent of 1924. Meet your club meetings. The "Star of Bethlehem" Club will have a sermon preached on Tuesday night. Meet all the club meetings that meet at the different residences. Pay your club leader something every Sunday. They are working for your good as well. Brother Richardson and Brother Hawkins and others are still on the sick list. Breathe a prayer for their recovery and blessing, visit them all and donate something. The blessing of the Holy Spirit will follow you. Read the Advocate. ALLEN CHAPEL A. M. E. CHURCH (Quindaro, Kansas) REV. J. S. PAYNE, Pastor. Services Sunday School 9:30 A. M. Preaching 11 A. M. Allen League, 6:30 P. M. Evening Service, 7:30 P. M. Mr. C. C. Hill of Bonner Springs, a prominent citizen of that city, was in the city Sunday and worshipped at the church of his choice, First A. M. E., corner of Nebraska avenue and Eighth street. Own Your Own Home or Property. It Pays 7 rooms, water, light and gas, $2,500 at $450 cash. Nine rooms, modern, garage. Lot 50x125, $3,500, at $950 cash. Nine rooms, strictly modern, also 2 room house in the rear, $2,600 at $750 cash. Six rooms, water, light and gas. Lot 30x130. $2,500 at $500 cash. Six rooms, city water, newly decorated, $1,250 at $250 cash. Six rooms. Queen Anne, corner lot 33x130. Strictly modern, newly decorated $3,850 at $1,000 cash. 13-4 acres. Fruit, Good Brick house, $1,600 at $500. FLATS, FARMS, VACANT. ALSO OTHER BARGAINS. W. R. JOHNSON REAL ESTATE COMPANY 516 Minnesota Avenue Phone Fairfax 0255. Res. 4106, 4859 DIRECTORY OF M GRAND LODGE OFFICERS. National Grand Lodge Convenes i Kansas City, Kansas, October, 1924. Rev. J. Broadnax, M.W.G.M., 2325 Ruby avenue. Telephone Argentine 1001, Kansas City, Kansas. Dr. J. F. Wilson, D. G. M., 1403 N. Tenth street, Kansas City, Kansas. Clyde L. Briggs, R. W. G. Sec., 612 T street, Atchison, Kansas. J. W. Wilson, G. Treasurer, 1317 North Tenth street, Kansas City, Kansas. Milton Washington, G. Organizer, 1114 Oakland avenue, Kansas City, Kansas. Smalley Grant, G. S. W. Wm. Dabney, G. J. W. A. McRoy, G. Tyler. Appointed Grand Officers. Rev. B. R. Ross, G. Lecturer; Rev. R. S. Everett, G. Chaplain; D. W. Hurley, G. S. Deacon; S. H. Madison, G. J. Deacon; Wm. Young, G. S. Steward; W. C. Clemons, G. J. Steward; Wm. Buffington, G. Marshall; Wm. Robinson, G. Sword Bearer; J. S. Stone, G. Standard Bearer; Wm. Cavens, G. P.; John S. Morris, Ass't G. Secy. PRINCE HALL LODGE NO.11 (Atchison, 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. Golden Star Lodge No. 103 F. & A. A York Masons. Meet first and third Tuesday evenings of each month at Golden Star Hall, 163 Pearl street, Boulder, Colo. R. M. HORNE, W. M. 2003 Bluff street. J. S. MORRIS, Asst Sec. Box 416 Boulder, Colo. FRIDAY, JANUARY 4, 1924. We Reach Them All DIAMOND REAL ESTATE CO. 547 State Avenue 7-acre tract, with small barn, four blocks from Frisco depot, Olathe, Kansas, $2350; $650 down, $10 per month and interest. 7-room modern home, 50 ft, close in; $4250; 400, terms to suit. Two garages. 7-room strictly modern, new and never occupied, $5000; $700, 50 ft. by 240 ft. Garage under house. Vacant lots near Western University, $125 to $350; $25 down, $6 per month and interest. 4-room cottage, 25 ft. $1650; $200 down, $8 per month and interest monthly. 8-room house, modern except heat, 50 ft., $3300; $800 down, terms to suit. 3-room cottage, 25 ft, close in, $900; $150 down, terms to suit. 4-room house, 25 ft, close in, $1500, $200 down, terms to suit. Diamond Real Estate Company Geo. McClelland, Pres. 547 State Ave., K. C., K. Drexel 2287 Mrs. Luella Green NOTARY, PUBLIC 516 Minnesota Avenue Copying neatly done to order. All work strictly confidential. Fifield 2367M MRS. ARETHA WHITE, PORO BEAUTY PARLOR Dandruff, Falling Hair and Itching Scalp. Face Bleaching. Marvell Waiving, Singing and Clipping. 359 Waverly Avenue Kansas City, Kansas 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. 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. Vaitors ever welcome. S. H. MADISON, W. M. 1236 Barnett Avenue, ERVIN HAWKINS, Secy. -- 425 Parallel. Sunset Lodge No. 98 F. A. and A. York Masons Meet the first and third Monday evenings each month at Masons Hall, 2538 Washington stret, Denver Colo. FELIX HARRIS, W. M. S. GRANT, Secretary. Silver Chord Lodge No. 104 F. & A. A. York Masons. Meet the second and fourth Wed- nesday evenings of each month, Mason Hall, 2538 Washington stret, Dan- ver, Colo. P. B. SPEAR, W. M. 1039 26th Ave. FRIDAY. JANUARY 4. 1924. "UP-L FOR THOSE MOSELEY'S FOR TOBACCO TRY IT AND YOU WILL S Why insist upon clinging to the strength of many? Health of usefulness and happiness. The and a soul lodged in a diseased and the highest usefulness. We all cling to a luxury, especially when but after the danger presents it sufferer grasp for prompt relief we now offer our Tobacco Antid Tobacco Habit. The mind is affer less active; the eyes are blurred; the narcotic and over-stimulation the optic nerves, but in many of digestive organs are taxed to the in general weakened to a great o "UP-LIFT" TRY IT AND YOU WILL SURELY BE CONVINCED! Why insist upon clinging to a habit that greatly diminishes the strength of many? Health is the first requisite for a life of usefulness and happiness. The mind is affected by the body, and a soul lodged in a diseased and suffering frame cannot achieve the highest usefulness. We all know that the human race loves to cling to a luxury, especially when there is no perceptible harm, but after the danger presents itself, how, like a child, does the sufferer grasp for prompt relief with hopes of a cure—this is why we now offer our Tobacco Antidote to liberate the slaves of the Tobacco Habit. The mind is affected so that active thoughts are less active; the eyes are blurred and the sight impaired through the narcotic and over-stimulation, causing paralysis, not only of the optic nerves, but in many cases portions of the body; the digestive organs are taxed to the extreme, and the nervous system in general weakened to a great degree. 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Kansas City, Kansas. 724 Minnesota Avenue. Kansas City, Kansas. THE I. O. B. & S. OF C. PAYS FROM $1 TO $11 A WEEK SICK BENEFITS. PAYS $375.00 ENDOW- MENT. The Sick and Accident PAYS $5.00 PER WEEK FOR 20 CENTS. PAYS 6.00 PER WEEK FOR 25 CENTS PAYS 7.00 PER WEEK FOR 30 CENTS PAYS 8.00 PER WEEK FOR 35 CENTS AGENTS WANTED GOOD SALARY DR. J. H. MIXON, G.M. 452 Nebraska Avenue Kansas City, Kansas. Fairfax 1174. N. B. Robinson, Mgr ROBINSON LAUNDRY CO. Prompt, Efficient Service. Office and Residence, 333 Lafayette Avenue, Kansas City, Kansas. ADMINISTRATOR'S NOTICE. State of Kansas, Wyandotte County, ss. Case No. 12541. In the Probate Court in and for Said County. In the matter of the estate of Annie Jackson, deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Administration have been granted to the undersigned on the estate of Annie Jackson, late of said county, deceased, by the Honorable, the Probate Court of the county and state aforesaid, dated the 6th day of December, A. D. 1923. Now, all persons having claims against the said estate are hereby notified that they must present the same to the undersigned for allowance within one yer from date of said letters, or they may be precluded from any benefit of such estate; and that if such claims be not exhibited within two years after the date of said letters, they shall be forever barred. ANNIE HIGHTOWER. ANNIE HIGHTOWER, Administratrix of the Estate of Annie Jackson, Deceased. Kansas City, Kansas, Dec. 6th, 1923. In witness whereof, the undersigned, Probate Judge in and for the County of Wyandotte, State of Kansas, have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of the said Probate Court, this 6th day of December, A. D. 1923. JOHN T. SIMS, (Seal) Probate Judge. (First Published Dec. 14, 1923.) Christmas Cigars at cost. Kassel's Drug Store, 534 Minnesota avenue. Miss Thirtee—There are so many fast young men nowadays. Miss Eighteen—Yes, dear, you do seem to have difficulty in catching on. Failed to Note. "When you refused him my hand, papa, did he go down on his knees?" "Well, I didn't notice just where he landed."—London Weekly Telegraph. Natural. Albert—It's funny, but I'm always luckiest when I'm broke. Marcus—How's that? Albert—I never lose any money then. A Dia. Dyspepsia, Sick Headaches, Sleepless constipation, Bad Taste in the Mouth, of Memory and Motion, and many other tobacco to excess is the cause of many DT, or Moseley's Antidote for the Toose forms in less than twenty-one days. U. I liver trouble and stomach disorders. tobacco is all right. I most heartily 30 years." CONTRACTOR. anywhere per box, $1.50. T REMEDY COMPANY Kansas City, Kansas. I.O.B. AND S.OF C. FAITH, HOPE AND CHARITY SHORT SMILES "Wha' brand o' bacca are yo smoke in', Jock?" "I dinna ask him!" "Why don't you write some problem novels?" "I can't think of any novel problems." "Agnes is looking as young as ever." "Yes, but she says it costs her more every year." Not Far Removed. Irate Individual—It seems to me, slr, that you are not far removed from an idiot. The Other—Only about a yard. "What is this study of cosmetics?" "An applied science, I believe." "Do pupils really love teacher?" "Well, they frequently marry him." No Hog. Passenger—I'd give you a tip, only I've nothing,but a $10 bill. Porter—Oh, that'll be enough, sir. Mean Inference. "My husband declares he married for beauty and brains." "Oh, then you're not his first wife?" Turned Down. He—I'm a man of the old school. She—Well, I dismissed that class some time ago. New Standards Ad in Exchange—"For rent: Sixroom modern cottage. No pets, plano or children. Only respectable people wanted." Modern Science Discovers Secret of Making Violins Modern science at last appears to have rediscovered the secret of making superviolins—a secret that was understood by Stradivari and other old masters of the Seventeenth century, and that was buried with them. Analysis of the thin wood sections of the violins of the old masters has been made by a European chemist, who has discovered that the secret of their tone lay in imparting an artificial uniformity to the wood, an effect produced by an oil treatment, combined with months of sun-drying and a special varnish. Violins constructed according to the methods which the laboratory revealed are said to match the old master instruments in tone—Popular Science Monthly. --- No Hog. THE KANSAS CITY ADVOCATE Oak Trees Now Being Raised From the Seed There will always be a demand for oaks, and while it may seem like a long time to raise these from acorns, nurserymen who have the facilities for seed beds should prepare and plant them with seed that will produce trees and have the seedlings coming along. Ited, scarlet, pink and black, we notice, appear very fruitful, and they are species for which there is always a demand. Scarlet oaks are now scarce in nurseries. The laurel leaf, willow leaf, swamp white and mossy cup should also appear in catalogues, although there is less demand for them than the ones noted above. The fact that there is not much demand for the white oak, we believe, is due to the feeling that it grows too slowly and nurserymen therefore do not grow it as extensively as the others. If stock were available we do not think that it would be difficult to create a demand for it. While many acorns need not be sown immediately, it may be well to call attention to the habits of those of the white and rock chestnut oaks. These sprout soon after falling and should therefore be sown at once for best results. The others may be placed in sand, where they will not dry out, and sown just before frost or winter sets in. Sow in beds about three feet wide and if your ground is of clay cover the acorns with sand to avoid "baking," which interferes with the growth of the sprouts. A, covering of leaves, after the ground freezes, is also desirable in preventing heaving by frost.—Florists' Exchange. CRIGIN OF WORD MAUSOLEUM Widow of Ancient King of Carla Built Tomb in Honor of Husband and Named It After Him. Artemisia, queen of the ancient kingdom of Carla, in the southern part of Asia Minor, who reigned during the Third century B. C., had one great purpose in life—to honor the memory of her deceased husband, King Mausolus. Enlisting the services of the ablest artists and sculptors of the day, she commenced, and, after her death, her successor completed, the construction of what, next to the pyramids of ancient Egypt, was the greatest tomb of all time and one of the so-called seven wonders of the ancient world. Standing for more than 2,000 years, this, the first mausoleum, was built principally of marble and bronze, precisely as is the modern mausoleum. One of the country's recent fine mausoleums not only retains the bronze and marble traditions, but it adds a further touch of beauty and assurance of permanence by the installation of a copper roof. The structure in question is that recently completed by the Montana Mausoleum company, at Billings, Mont. The building, which is 125 feet long, is of re-enforced concrete construction, marble interior, with the doors and all windows of extruded bronze. Literally, there is nothing the size of a match that is combustible in the entire building, and, as all of the metal is either copper or bronze, neither is there anything for rust to consume. Here, then, is real permanence worthy of the name, mausoleum. Two Forms of Insomnia "I say, Tom, are you ever troubled with sleeplessness?" "I am. Some nights I don't sleep three hours," replied Tom. "I plty you, then," remarked Bill. "I've got it awfully bad. I've been afflicted now for about two years. The doctor calls it 'neurio insomnia paraxiitis,'" Tom grunted, and said: "I've had it about six months; but we call it a baby." A Generous Boss. "I would like a small increase in my salary, sir." "I don't see my way clear to that, but I can do the same thing in another way. You know that time is money?" "Yes, sir." "Well, hereafter you can work until 6 instead of quitting at 5."—Boston Transcript. The Real Reason. The parson was talking to the baby of the house. "Why is it that the grass and trees look greener than usual today?" asked the good man. "Because mother washed the windows this morning when she heard you were coming, sir," was the child's reply. Way He Felt About It. The Scotsman treated the Irish family to a tune on the bagpipes. When he had finished he looked round and remarked with pride: "Eh, man, but that's verra deefficult." "Difficult, is it?" remarked Pat. "Be jabers, Ol wish it had been impossible." Wasted Instructions A fussy diner called the waiter and said, "Now, waiter, I want a nice mutton chop. Give my compliments to the chef and ask him to do his best for me. Tell him to put a little piece of fat on the top when he grills it, so that it will melt and make it juicy. I don't want the chop underdone—nor do I want it burnt up—just nicely done, with plenty, of gravy. Now, you'll tell the chef exactly what I require, won't you? "Yes, sir, certainly," replied the waiter. Then he blew down the speaking-tube, and shouted: "One chop, Joe!" AGENTS WANTED-Three good colored agents wanted. Apply between 5 p. m. and 8 p. m., 1810 North 5th street, (Branson Barber Shop.) ADMINISTRATOR'S NOTICE. State of Kansas, Wyandotte County, ss: Case No. 12554. In the Probate Court in and for Said County. In the matter of the estate of Clara Clark, deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Administration with the will annexed have been granted to the undersigned on the estate of Clara Clark, late of said County, deceased, by the Honorable, the Probate Court of the County and State aforesaid, dated the 20th day of December, A. D. 1923. Now, all persons having claims agains the said estate are hereby notified that they must present the same to the undersigned for allowance within one year from date of said letters, or they may be precluded from any benefit of such estate; and that if such claims be not exhibited within two years after the date of said letters, they shall be forever barred. I. F. BRADLEY, Administrator with the Will Annexed of the Estate of Clara Clark, Deceased. Kansas City, Kansas, December 20th, 1923. In witness whereof, the undersigned, Probate Judge in and for the County of Wyandotte, State of Kansas, have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of the said Probate Court, this 20th day of December, A. D. 1923. JOHN T. SIMS, (Seal) Probate Judge. (First Published Dec. 28, 1923.) 10c cigars cut to 2 for 15c at Kassel's Drug Store, 534 Minn. ave. PUBLICATION NOTICE. In the District Court of Wyandotte County, Kansas. Alice Pugh, Plaintiff, vs. No. 22274-A George Pugh, Dfeendant. The State of Kansas. Greeting: To George Pugh: You will take notice that the plaintiff has filed with the clerk of the District Court of Wyandotte County, her petition against you for divorce on the 2nd day of January, 1924. Unless you answer, demurrer or otherwise object the allegations of said petition on or before the 19th day of February, 1924, the allegations of said petition will be taken as true and plaintiff will be granted divorce as prayed for. L. W. JOHNSON, Attorney for Plaintiff. Attest: CARL W. FINCKE. Clerk of District Court. By W. F. MATHIS, Deputy. (First Published January 4, 1924.) 10c cigars cut to 2 for 15c at Kassel's Drug Store, 534 Minn. ave. PUBLICATION NOTICE SHERIFF'S SALE State of Kansas. Twenty-Ninth Judicial District, County of Wyandotte, SS George Mitchell, Willie Hancock, Ida Cowan, Wilbur Hancock and Mary Valentine, Plaintiffs, vs R. B. Abernathy and Fannie Abernathy, his wife, Mary Lue White and ..... White, her husband, defendants. Under and by virtue of an Order of Sale issued by the Clerk of the District Court in and for the said County of Wyandotte, in a certain cause in said Court, numbered 20747-A wherein the parties above named were respectively plaintiffs and defendants, and to me the undersigned, Sheriff of said County directed, I will offer for sale at public auction, and sell to the highest bidder, for cash in hand, at the front door of the Court House in the City of Kansas City, in said County, on Monday, the 4th day of February, A. D. 1924, at 10 o'clock a. m. of said day, the following described Real Estate situate in the County of Wyandotte and State of Kansas, towit: Lot Thirteen in Block Nine in Pasfield Place, an addition to Kansas City, in Wyandotte Coundotte County, Kansas. The above described property to be sold for not less than two-thirds of an appraised value of $1200. DANIEL (BOB) MAHER, Sheriff of Wyandotte County Kansas (First Published January 4, 1924) Earl D. Clark Insurance PHONE DREXEL 1525 7th and Minnesota Over Drug Store SAY IF YOU WANT HAIR ACCOUNTS COLLECTED ANYWHERE WE COLLECT BAD ACCOUNTS, BAD CHECKS, NOTES, OR CLAIMS ANYWHERE. WE FORCE SETTLEMENT; NO COLLECTION, NO CHARGE. WE ALSO MAKE SMALL LOANS. REAL ESTATE BOUGHT AND SOLD. The Wyandotte Collection & Investment Co. 511 Minnesota Avenue Fairfax 3866 Child's Coal Co. LET US FIGURE ON THAT NEXT ORDER OF YOURS OUR MOTTO: "THE GOLDEN RULE" PHONE DREXEL 2281 1216 ARMSTRONG CLEAN COAL PROMPT SERVICE Child's LET US FIGURE ON THAT OUR MOTTO: "TH PHONE DREXEL 2281 Call Fair- fax 0380 Or 4422 In the District Court of Wyandotte County, Kansas, Division No. .... Obie Simon Plaintiff, vs. No..... Georgia Simon, Defendant. You are hereby notified that you have been sued by your husband, Obie Simon, for a decree of divorce in the District Court of Wyandotte County, Kansas, on the grounds of Gross Neglect of Duty, Extreme Cruelty and Abandonment; and that unless you answer the petition of said plaintiff filed herein on or before the 15th day of February, 1924, said petition will be take 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 January 4, 1924) NOTICE BY PUBLICATION. In the District Court for Wyandotte County, Kansas. Margaret Rhodeman, December The State of Kansas to Margaret Rhodeman, Greeting: You will take notice that you have been sued in the above named court for absolute divorce from the bonds of matrimony now existing between plaintiff and defendant, and that you must answer said petition (filed therein on the 14th day of December, 1924) on or before the 4th day of February, 1924, or said petition will be taken as true and judgment of divorce will be rendered accordingly. J. S. MANNING, Atty. for Plaintiff. CARL W. FINCKE, Clerk. By W. F. MATHIS, (Seal) Deputy. (First Published Dec. 21, 1923.) PAGE THRE Clark ance EXEL 1525 Over Drug Store WANT HAIR nth Ninth Street D. TAYLOR'S SHOP , Kansas fax 0442 STED ANYWHERE COUNTS, BAD CHECKS, YWHERE. WE FORCE DECTION, NO CHARGE. ALL LOANS. REAL ES- tion & Investment Co. Fairfax 3866 GOOD WEIGHT HIGHEST QUALITY Coal Co. 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Petty's Live and Let Live Real Estate Company Phone Fifield 0922R 419 Greeley Avenue Kansas City, Kansas If You Want to Buy or Sell a Home See Brown Real Estate Company, 330 Greeley Avenue, Fairfax 0767. 4-room house, $1,300. Good cistern; $250 down. 4-room house, $1,000; $200 down. Good cistern. 5-room house, strictly modern, $3,800; $1,000 down. Large list of other good properties. Some good bargains. Brown Real Estate Co. 330 Greeley Avenue Phone Fairfax 0767. Small Loans WEEKLY PAYMENTS LIBERTY BONDS BOUGHT AND SOLD Credit Investment Co. Room 208. Wyandotte Building Fifth and Minnesota Avenue Drexel 117 Home Here Are Some Real Bargains 7 rooms, modern except heat; $3,000; $400 cash. 6 rooms; new; 50 feet of ground; well located; $4,800; $800 cash. 5 rooms; lights and water; $1,800; $300 cash, $25 per month. 5 rooms; modern; $3,700; $800 cash. 5 rooms; brick; 30-foot lot; $300 cash. 6 rooms; ilights and water; $2,000; $250 cash. 5 rooms; $37½ feet of ground; $1,750; $250 cash. and Many Others. Advance Realty Co. 516 Minnesota Ave. Office Phone Fairfax 0424 W. A. Jarrett FIFIELD 1389J. STOCK All Work Guaranteed Kassel Jewelry Go. 518 Minnesota Ave. Kansas City, Kansas W. T. WHITELAW DRUGGIST Phone Fairfax 0622 3091 N. 27th St. Kansas City, Kan. "SERVICE TO ALL" A. T. Long Real Estate 644 Minnesota Ave., K. C. K. Cottages, Houses, Business Buildings. TERMS Fairfax 1394 J. O. MIDNIGHT. (Continued from Page 1.) at one time it was going to lift me out of myself and let me take a peep into heaven from the Golden Gates, through which our lamented president went, but then the hand was spared, and here we are today ready and willing to do the Master's bidding. I am living closer to the throne than ever before. Then when we look into the business world, we find one of the business men of our race, a genius, Hon. Charles Banks, in the midst of a busy life, had to drop everything and go into to come out no more. Then there was Bishop Charles Spencer Smith, of the African Methodist Episcopal church, and he crossed over into the other world, and we shall ever miss the sweet singer and worker, Dr. B. F. Watson. I have not tried to give these in their order and many others, including Hon. Phil Brown, but yesterday, so to speak, had to go in to come out no more. Just put it down that many people died last year that never died before and will never die again, but have left the rest for others who are to follow in this year. Are you ready? There was a big wedding down in Florida. Cookman Institute married the Florida Normal and Industrial Institute for girls under Mrs. Mary McLeod Bethune, and Mrs. Bethune was made the head of the two united bodies, and she is now building up one of the greatest coeducational institutions in the whole south. She is a great woman doing a great work, and I am proud of her. I want you to look back over the past year and see if you have accomplished anything. Have you scattered any sunshine? Have you distributed any charity? Have you done anythnig to make a human being happy? Search your life and see what you have done, and if you think you have shown appreciation for the health and strength, for the prosperity which the Lord hath given to you? When 1923 came in, Dr. E. P. Jones was in his glory. He was the biggest rooster in the barnyard, but last September he lost his strut, and now he is once more mingling with the humble, and it will not be long before he will have established some fraternal institution, and the rest you will know. He is just bound to be at the head of something and he would have had him another Baptist convention, if he could have found men and women enough to follow him. I have been going some, and will go some more before I am through with it. I am not going as fast as before, because Dr. George C. Hall and the doctors out in California are still telling me to slow down and many of them are invitations from friends inviting me to come and dwell with them. Now I come to face 1924, and I do not know what may be for me, and that is not the thing that is to claim my attention, for I have resolved to live closer and closer to the throne. I am going to get nearer God, so that if the summons should come I will be able to fold my arms and say, "Come, welcome death; I will gladly go with thee to the other world, for it will be dear death changing worlds." I have resolved to make friends with white folks and all other, to live in peace and harmony with all mankind, and follow the Golden Rule to the letter. As I would others should do unto me I will do even also unto them, and I am not going to do anything to offend my brother, but will be ever ready to do him a kind act. I am going to do good for evil, and I do not intend to knock the devil out of any human being, but will pray hell out of them. I am going to be found constantly on my knees in touch with God and His Christ. I am not going to say any cuss words, although I may get the devil in me. "Father, forgive them" will be my future prayer. I am going to encourage young people to be something, and I am going to hit now and then the modern hell holes, and believe me I may get on some one's big feet, but they must draw them up and look wise and at the same time mend their ways. I am going to church every opportunity, and I intend to take some part in the services from time to time. I have resolved to increase the salary of my private secretary or fire her. One or the other must be done and that right now. With all these things before me, I feel that you are now willing to step with me into the future, let come what may, we will be, prepared for it. You must get your THE KANSAS CITY ADVOCATE heart with God, and do so right now. Don't put it off, for I want to meet you in the Great Beyond. Here I am this week writing to you from North Carolina. I spent Christmas in Chicago, and it was a great Christmas for me. The Sunday before Christmas I spoke in the morning at Olivet Baptist church, and honey there was some crowd there, although it was raining. They were forced to have an overflow meeting, and Dr. L. K. Williams preached in the overflow and me make the remarks in the main auditorium, and I tried my hand. Well, it was a fine meeting. At night I went to Greater Bethel, and I am not prepared to make any comment on the church just now, and will not do so, for reasons known to myself, but I will 'let you know about it in the future. I am not going to have too much to say about it now. I had a fine stay in Chicago, and got a few presents. Mrs. W. H. Falconer sent me some silk sox, and the same was true of Mrs. Emma Kennedy. Revs. S. J. Johnson, S. D. Butler, J. D. Winn sent me a turkey each, and Bishop William Decker Johnson sent me one of the same kind, and then came one from Tusegee Institute, and I just lived off of turkey during my stay in Chicago, and now here I am way down here in North Carolina, but I had turkey enough to last me all the way over here. I left Chicago and made my way to Cincinnati, where I made direct connection for Richmond, Virginia, reaching there the next morning after leaving Cincinnati, and went to the home of Levi C. Brown, but he had made his way to Washington, D. C., for a day, but his wife was delighted to see me and made me feel right at home with her. But my stay was short there. I was soon in touch with Rev. Lucian Miller, and honey he remained with me ready to render any service until I left for Norfolk, Va. I did not get to see many of the people of Richmond; because I was not feeling the best in the world and had to make my get away. In Norfolk, I was met by Dr. Robert J. Brown and remained over night with him, leaving the next morning for this place, or for Roanoke, where I spent another night, and reached here this morning about 11:30. Although I had been invited here from last July, and I sent one of them ticking letters, telling them just when I was to get to town no one met me at the stable, and when I did get here I found my things in the office of Dr. J. W. Jones, the Grand Chancellor of the Knights of Pythias. Such is life, all in town and nowhere to go. While standing on the street, Lawyer John S. Fitts, one of the leading lawyers in this country, shook my lily black hand and threw open to me the doors of his home, and told me to walk in, and then Dr. Jones came back and said I was to go to a hotel, and there I found a real fine room and remained. While standing in front of the hotel door, or on the street, one of the big house automobile car carriages passed and stopped, and a beautiful lady waved her hands for me to come to the car. I went out, and behold it was Mrs. J. A. Ellington, the lady I met when I was here a long time ago, when she was Miss Neal. She is married to one of the most successful business men in North Carolina, J. A. Ellington, and they have three little Ellingtons and are doing well. He is a merchant, with a real place of business, and he is polite, courteous and just the kind of man to succeed in business and he is meeting with success. I recall the last itme I was here they were talking about jumping over the broomstick, and now the leap has been made and they are happy as can be. I was delighted to see their beautiful home and at the same time to go in their business place, and then to go to one of the finest bakeries I have ever visited, operated by Mr. and Mrs. Penn Donohue. She was Miss Essie Grasty, from Danville, Va., one of the teachers in the public school. She is still teaching here, and at the same time they have a real bakery. I am proud of them and their business place. I will have to tell you about Winston-Salem and my people and the bank and the business and professional men in another letter. Social Complication. "What makes Mrs. Flingglit's butler so extremely surly?" "He has to be," replied Miss Cayenne. "There is a report that he is a nobleman forced to earn his living. He has to keep his distance for fear they'll try to treat him like one of the family." SOME SMILES THE SURER WAY Placards around the hotel invited suggestions from patrons, so one guest ventured to offer something in this line. "Why don't you put telephones near the beds?" "Won't do," answered the manager. "We've tried that." "Why won't it do?" "Every morning we call people to tell them it is time to get up." "What of that?" "If you have to cross the room to answer the telephone, then you are up."—Hotel Mall. Quelling the Blast. Mrs. Patter—Well, doctor, why don't you look at my tongue? How long do you expect I'm going to sit here with my mouth wide open? Dr. Germchaser—Just one moment more, madam. I only wanted you to keep still long enough for me to write this prescription. Best Wishes for the Dead. Country Editor—Did Silas Kidder answer your letter, telling him that his subscription had expired? Assistant—He did. He sent back the letter with R. I. P. scrawled across it. HE KNOWS 'EM "Some day I suppose you want to be a great financier like me, eh?" "A financier—yes. But not like you. Dad says you got indigestion bad." Koo Koo Pome! If a cuckoo bird in a cuckoo clock Laid cuckoo eggs all speckled alike, I'll bet when prices reached the top That darned old cuckoo bird would strike! Oh, Yes! "What is indicated by the finding of broken-headed Neolithic men in Ireland?" "The Ancient Ardor of the Hibernians."—Life. Not One Squawk. Bandit (threatening)—What would you say if I should cut off your head? Scared Tourist—Not a word, not a word. There has to be some kicking before the pushing and pulling begins. Robbing life of friendship is like robbing the world of the sun. The best guess shall always be called the most sagacious prophet. Don't believe all who agree with you. Argument tires some people. Life is always a dull grind to the man who thinks only of the grist. Look over your gratitudes as carefully as you look over your grudges. No fool like an old fool, because he knows it's his last chance to be one. The first duty of man is the seeking after and investigation of truth. The bass drum covers a multitude of mistakes made by the rest of the band. Earth's grandest immunity for a man is not to be able to be a fool if he tried. One's old overcoat lasts years because the wearer gets used to its looks by degrees. Common sense can have a real good time humoring some one else's temperament. Music may be the one hair conserver; are there any bald-headed violin virtuosos? One wouldn't care to know how to make money if he couldn't know any more than that. If musical comedies are funny enough, shortcomings in the music will be overlooked. It isn't worth while to be so awfully individualistic as to openly differ with everybody. One of the neglected enjoyments of life is to become thoroughly tired, physically, each day. Phone Fairfax 4672 427 Washi Dr. M. D. Shie Dentist Pyorrhea Special Conductive Anesthesia Best Materials Use Hours {8:30 a.m. to 12:30 1:30 to 7:30 p.m. Sundays are X-RAY SERVICE By A When better homes are sold to The Old Homes successor to Forrest B. An- Houses, apartments, business, acres for sale in both Kansas C Don't run all over town looki to do that, just give us the street you would like and if it is for a investigation. better homes are sold the old homestead will sell The Old Homestead Realty Co. lessor to Forrest B. Anderson's real estate excl s, apartments, business buildings, lots, farms, sale in both Kansas City's. run all over town looking for a location, it's our just give us the street number of any house like and if it is for sale we can get it, no on. successor to Forrest B. Anderson's real estate exchange Houses, apartments, business buildings, lots, farms, suburban acres for sale in both Kansas City's. Don't run all over town looking for a location, it's our business to do that, just give us the street number of any house you think you would like and if it is for sale we can get it, no charge for investigation. OFFICE: 529 State Avenue. FAIRFAX 1050 A Printing Service GRAPHIC PRINTING, "THE A PERSONAL SERVICE— YOU GET MORE THAN YOU THE GRAY B FIFTH AT OAKLAND AVENUE DUNLAP COMM FIFTEENTH AVE THE BEST LAUNDRY SOFT WATER USED PHONE HARRISON 0592 S. 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