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BRUTALLY MURDERED MAN AND WIFE ASSAULTED WITH HATCHET Vol. XI1 BRU MAN A HIS FATE OF BEING FREED BY A JURY HIS FATE OF BEING FREED BY A JURY The freeing of a Negro in Mississippi by a jury did not save Lindsey Coleman from mob violence. There could be no question of his innocence, if a Mississippi jury found him not guilty for that is the last state in the union to acquit one of our race of any crime he is charged with. Several Negroes were arrested for the slaying of Grover C. Nicholas, October 15, and Coleman was one of the men that was brought to trial. Sheriff Glass and a deputy escorted Coleman from the court house after his acquittal fearing mob violence. True to the code of the South, some one must hang, guilty or not guilty, a mob of unmasked men seized Coleman drove off with him and riddled his body with bullets. Such is Mississippi. GOEBEL ELECTED P. W. Goebel prominent Kansan, was elected to the board of Federal Reserve directors. Mr. Goebel is president of the Liberty National bank and the Commercial National bank of Kansas City, Kansas. BISHOP W. T. VERNON NOW RESIDES IN DETROIT, MICH. Bishop William Tecumseh Vernon, now presiding over the Bermuda, Nova Scotia, Ontario, Michigan, Illinois and Indiana Conferences of the A. M. E. church, is located in Detroit, Michigan. The bishop felt being located more centrally on his district, he could give closer and better supervision to the work assigned him. While the bishop has moved away from our community, he still holds Kansas as his home, he living here for more than thirty years, having served here as president of Western university, at Quindaro, from which position, he was appointed register of the United States treasury. After leaving Washington he filled several positions in the south. He maintained this as his legal residence while serving as bishop in South Africa. Bishop Vernon was elected to the Bishopric at St. Louis in 1920 and served four years for his church and people on the dark continent. The many dear Kansas friends of the bishop and his estimable wife will be greatly missed from our midst. CHICAGO UNCLAIMED FREIGHT STORE. The Chicago Unclaimed Freight Store, at 525 Minnesota avenue, has done a wonderful business in their holiday trade. There is no store on the avenue, in a line of merchandise this big store handles, has equaled their output during the last week and their store is still full of buyers every day and evening. This store carries everything for the household, for men women and children and Christmas toys by the car load, and their prices on every article are remarkably low. Mr. and Mrs. Fred Garrett entertained Rev. and Mrs. P. L. Riggins and Mr. and Mrs. George Dunn at dinner Sunday. The ladies of the Mission Circle, of the Oak Ridge Baptist church, gave a social Saturday evening at the home of Mrs. Annie Crockett. The ladies have bought an electric heater for the pulpit. ADVOCATE OFFICE (Up Stairs) 516 MINNESOTA AVE. PHONE DREXEL 0424 THOMAS KENNEDY EDITOR AND PUBLISHER UTAL ND WIF $6000 FREE GIFT DISTRIBUTION UP TO WEDNESDAY EVENING, DECEMBER 16TH. Mrs. Jessie M. Worthy.....298,700 Mrs. L. H. Mason.....175,600 Miss Hester Jackson.....60,000 Miss Grace Howard.....318,400 Mrs. W. C. Hull.....60,200 Sergt. Jamieson.....107,000 Rev. T. W. Green.....140,000 Miss Gertrude Jackson.....60,000 Mrs. J. T. Smith.....95,100 Mrs. G. D. Bryson.....141,200 Mr. N. B. Robinson.....60,000 Miss Henretta Gaydon.....60,000 Miss Estella Wood.....105,300 Mrs. E. Morehead.....251,300 Mrs. Lauvina Blake.....95,800 Mrs. Beatrice Childs.....120,200 Mrs. Sarah Buckner.....96,100 Mrs. Myrtle Cook.....60,100 Mrs. H. G. Dwiggins.....60,200 Mrs. Safronia Sims.....61,100 Mrs. A. J. Bouldin.....60,100 Mrs. Ida Kimberling.....185,000 Mrs. Irene Garrett.....140,200 Miss Ina Moore.....285,900 Mrs. Traylor.....105,000 Jno. G. Garland.....60,100 Capitola Green.....105,400 Miss Delma Garner.....130,000 Mrs. Edna Kemp.....60,000 Mrs. M. A. Moorehead.....5,000 Miss Pearl Jackson.....5,000 Solomon Estell.....5,000 Alonzo Stevens.....5,000 John A. Pace.....5,000 Odell Manley.....5,000 Maurice Campbell.....5,000 Mrs. Kate James.....5,000 Mrs. Elizabeth Kinchlow.....5,000 Walter McClelland.....5,000 Dave Kelly.....5,000 Homer Miles.....5,000 GRAECO CLUB The Graeco Art Club opened the formal party season on Friday night January 18, at Labor Temple, with a beautiful Wisteria ball. The hall was transformed into a bower of delicately colored wisteria, hung on invisible wires across the entire hall. The musicians played from behind a lattice work of the same delicate flowers. In the center was erected a Japanese pagoda, with an incense stick burning. During the intermission Mrs. Cleota Wilson introduced a clever little dancing feature, with Miss Dorothy Foster, Miss Harriet Harden and Mrs. Fatima Berger in a Japanese dance and song, which ended with an up-to-the minute Charleston. About three hundred guests danced to the strains of Bennie Moten's popular orchestra. On Tuesday evening the L'Amour Girls Club of Kansas City, Kansas, gave their annual formal Christmas party at Labor Temple. This is the second dip this happy bunch of young Kansas side school teachers have made in the social whirl, and, according to the guests, was a very successful one. The hall was artistically decorated with Christmas greens, and Mr. Moten's orchestra filled the air with jazz melody. The feature dance was a dreamy waltz danced in semigloom, danced by all. About two hundred and fifty guests were present. SENTENCED TO DIE. Jefferson City, Mo.—Two St. Louis Negroes were sentenced to be hung. The Supreme court of Missouri affirmed the sentences of the lower court. The Negroes to be hung are George Baker, 62, and Josh Cartwright, 28, charged with the killing of Harry Leonard of St. Louis. One other Negro paid with his life for the same crime, Leon Williams. ADVOCATE NEWS TUESDAY MORNING Owing to the Holiday, Friday, The Advocate is out early this week and will also come out early next week. All news must be in Tuesday A. M. next week to insure publication.—Editor. SANTA THE ADVOCATE Wishes All It's Readers a Derry Christmas! The Kansas City Advocate is now 8 pages. It has grown from a four to an eight page. Last week's issue was full of club, society and church news. "It was your news." The advertisements that appeared in the paper was from the "Leading Merchants" in the city. That shows the faith they have in The Advocate. The Big Subscription Campaign is now on. The contestants are turning in many new as well as old subscriptions every day. Why not you subscribe? Why not you be a Booster? Surely you are more interested in your city than in any other city. No matter how small a town, the white people have a paper. Every colored Business Man and Merchant should subscribe, for through the columns of a paper we can speak to the 20,000 Negroes in Kansas City, Kansas. We are reaching the Negro mass population from Argentine and Rosedale to every other part of the city. It would take a man one and one-half years to go from house to house to cover our circulation, if he was going to announce a Big Merchant Sale, or any other form of publicity that the mass population was to be informed about. Through the columns of this paper we can reach the entire readers in a few hours. This paper is going to give you the news, it is going to be alert to everything that has a news value. Mail or phone your church, society or club news to Mrs. Agnes Fredericks, phone Fifield 3145J, address 361 Troup Avenue. KANSAS CITY ADVOCATE, DREXEL 0424 IT IS YOUR PAPER We publish your "Card of Thanks" or "In Memoriam." RED ATCHET "It did not sem like the same town. Everything was changed. The men were as cheerful as school boys, the women as boisterous as children. Everybody semed to be concerned about the welfare and comfort of others, and the spirit of good will radiated from all. The streets were ever so crowded, yet there was no jostling. The traffic officers were most happy in directing pedestrians as they in their jovial way pointed to one after the other an open space through which one may ease himself. The stores were just as crowded as the streets and the clerks although oppressed with business proved themselves big enough for their jobs not losing control of themselves in the rush—for it is not an easy task to wait on Christmas shoppers in the crowded holiday season. All were buying for the other and none seemed to be buying for himself. Back to the streets, on the street cars, men stood up while ladies sat in the vacant seat, conductors smiled cheerfully and expressed a pleasant word as they received the fares. The postman smiled inspiringly as he passed even though he was loaded with letters and decorated with packages as a moving van. The grocer's boy was laughing hilariously as he drove off with his steenth load of the day. What is this all about? Why all this happiness everywhere? In the air, in the shops, on the streets? This question felt so strongly within registered itself so audibly as to call forth an answer, "Christmas tomorrow." It is Christmas then, and everything is different. But why should everything be different at Christmas? I must find out. Is it that Christmas is so much different from any Continued on page 5 SUBSCRIPTION PRICE TWELVE MONTHS, $1.50 Number 22 DR. T. H. JOHNSON MURDERED. WIFE NOT EXPECTED TO LIVE Dr. T. H. Johnson, 318 Minnesota 89 years old was brutally murdered today with a hatchet. His wife is in the hospital at the point of death. She is not expected to live through the night. Dr. Johnson is well known to the old timers having lived here for a number of years. The Police were first notified at 4:20 and the entire police force nad detective department are working on the case. GOOD DEEDS The Negro Business League of Kansas City, Kansas, met in their regular meeting Thursday evening, December 17, entered into the spirit of Yuletide season and thought it just to make others happy. They donated one ton of coal each for the Douglass Hospital and Childrens' Orphan Home. These donations render an unlimited service to our people and should receive consideration from all other city organizations. Dr. William Blount was the principal speaker for the evening. His address was fraught with much encouragement to the business men, and a strong plea for the co-operation for Negro business and the securing of patronage from the same. Under the administration of J. H. Clayborne the League has accomplished much good in crystalizing the business pride of the community and in civic affairs. The next meeting will be held January 21, 1926, at which time the election of officers will be held for the ensuing year. "CHRISTMAS EVE" --- FOOTBALL GAME AT MAGNOLIA PARK AND PROGRAM FOR NEGROES FEATURES OF DAY Beaumont, Tex., (Beaumont Daily).—A program of singing, folk dances and exercises by Negro school children topped off by a speech from H. M. Williams, prominent Negro of Galveston, drew record crowds of colored citizens of Beaumont and surrounding towns to the South Texas State fair grounds Wednesday. It was their day, featured by their program, designated as such by the fair association. While the exercises were not scheduled to get under way until shortly before 12 o'clock, the crowd began to push through the turnstiles early in the forenoon. Hundreds of white persons, knowing what an interesting program to expect—having witnessed the programs of previous years—were on hand too for the ceremonies. "The colored people," declared L. B. Herring, Jr., secretary of the fair, "have contributed heavily to the success of the exposition. Like all other departments the negro division has co-operated in working up a creditable display as never before and I recommend that everyone who has not already made the visit make it a point today to go through the Negro building and see the exhibits of the negro school children, organizations and business institutions." The Negro building, located just north of the auditorium or fine arts building, was the center of activity Wednesday morning and it was safe prediction that it would come in for its share of attention during the afternoon and evening. The ceremonies, arranged by leaders of the colored community in celebration of Negro day, was the feature event scheduled on the morning program at the fair grounds. Before and after the ceremonies, of course, there were the thrills of the Morris and Castle Midway for the early vsiitors for the shows, as usual, opened early. They were, however, doing a much better early business than usual. The drills and songs and other exercises were scheduled to last an hour and the speech of the Galveston colored leader was scheduled for 12:45 o'clock. Football Game. The football game between Pollard high school of Beaumont and the Colored high school of Houston, a feature event at the fair in past years on Negro day, could not be held at the grounds this year as the old football field in the old stadium was destroyed along with the structure and there was not time to prepare another in the infield of the new race track. Instead the game was scheduled to be played at the Magnolia baseball park at 3 o'clock. Wednesday forenoon, like that of Tuesday, which was Beaumont and Educational day at the fair, was dreary with an overcast sky so far as the weather was concerned, but like Tuesday the spirit of the morning was out of keeping with the elements and provided a cheerful contrast that left the cloudy sky forgotten. Between 9,000 and 10,000 persons, said Secretary Herring, passed through the gates Tuesday, according to the estimate of Karl D. Schwartz, cashier. Indications were that as many would have visited the grounds by closing time Wednesday. Negro schools were on a holiday Wednesday in celebration of the day set aside for them by the fair officials and in force they turned out to the fair grounds. Negro day got a good start from the attendance standpoint, being the only day of the entire eleven on which any special features were scheduled for the forenoon. Other regular features were taking place as usual during the afternoon and scheduled for the evening. The high dive of Capt. Jack Payne at 1:30; horse races at 2 o'clock; the high dive again at 7:45 p. m.; fireworks at 8:15 before the grandstand with the Morris and Castle shows and rides operating continuously. There were the many exhibits as usual to entertain and enlighten the crowds and interest in them appeared undiminished. Each trip through an exhibit building means a new discovery, something is seen that was missed before for it is almost impossible to see everything in one round of the grounds. Averill Wins Fair Prize. Prize winners in the school exhibits division of the fair this year were announced Wednesday. Among the city schools, Averill took first place with South Park second, Junker third and Beaumont Senior high school fourth. French school took first place in the Village schools division, with Fannett second and Port Neches third. Voth captured the rural schools first place, Rosedale being second and Amelia third. In the negro schools department, the Charlton-Pollard school took first and the Carroll street school second place. The school department this year at the fair was finer than ever before, more schools being represented and the booths themselves finer. Practically all schools went into miniatures on one subject or another. Life size busts of famous figures, Woodrow Wilson and Benjamin Franklin among them, are being awarded as first prizes with smaller pieces of statuary and relief work and pictures as second and third and fourth prizes. The following officers were elected: Mrs. Minnie Jackson, of Leavenworth, Illustrious Commandress; Mrs. Eugia Hurt, 1st Lieut. Com.; Mrs. Ardenia Bevenue, 2nd Lieut. Com.; Mr. J. A. Williams, Noble Advisor; Mrs. Ethel Ward, of Leavenworth, Recorder; Mrs. Lulu Gibson, Treasurer; Mrs. Zola Dewall and Mrs. Lizie Smith, 1st and 2nd Ceremonial Daughters; Mrs. Annie Cockrell, High Priestess; Mrs. Rachel Roberts, Oriental Guide; Mrs. Lavada Washington, of Leavenworth and Mrs. Cora Harris, Inside and Outside Spies; Mrs. Mayme Hill, Deputy. The election was held by the retiring Illustrious Commandress, Mrs. Bessie Agee, who closed the meeting in ritualistic form. The next regular communication will be the third Tuesday in January. THE LEADER CLOTHING CO. The Leader Clothing Company, 632-634 Minnesota avenue, said to an Advocate representative this week: "We are just simply delighted with the patronage of the high class colored customers trading at our store and we welcome in the full since of the word, and will appreciate the business of others, as we do those who have dealt with us for years." The Leader is a cash or credit house and carry both men's and women's ready made clothing. Their goods are from some of the best manufacturers in the country and their stock of the latest styles. One great big family store, whose proprietors are Greenberg brothers, known to everybody as Lee and Sam. Dentist—"So you have broken off a tooth, have you?" Patient (tough youngster)—"Yes, sir." Dentist—"How did you do it?" Youngster—"Oh shifting gears on a lolly pop!" CHRISTMAS DAY The time draws near the birth of Christ: The moon is hid; the night is still; The Christmas bells from hill to hill Answer to each other in the mist. Four voices of four hamlets round, From far and noar, on mead and moor, Swell out and fail, as if a door Were shut between me and the sound. Each voice four changes on the wind, That now dilate and now decrease, Peace and good-will, good-will and peace, Peace and good-will to all mankind. —Alfred Tennyson. Avenue, Phone Fifield 0861W Service Hours to 5; 6:30 to 7:30 p. m. BY APPOINTMENT NE—DREXEL 1258 I. Moore Surgeon KANSAS CITY, KANSAS THE KANSAS CITY ADVOCATE The Paragonian Art and Social club met with Mrs. Ruth Rice as hostess at 835 Nebraska avenue on Thursday, Dec. 10. Odds and ends left from the club woman's exchange were auctioned off with Mrs. Gustava Gray as auctioneer. The amount swelled the total receipts from the exchange to $27.50. A good representation of the members were out and several visitors. Plans were discussed for dispensing some Christmas charity, and all plans were closed in regards to the clubs' first formal party to be given January 29, at Memorial hall, and the members are busy arranging decorations and features. After the business was concluded the hostess served a delicious lunch. The meeting adjourned to meet next week with Mrs. Emma Richmond, 330 Garfield Ave. The Beatrice L. Childs' club met on Friday, December 11 with Mrs. Myrtle Wilson, 1943 North Fourth street, with twelve members present. The regular business meeting was held after which the hostess served dainty refreshments. The next meeting will be with Mrs. Clara Powell, 419 Haskell avenue. The Beacon Light club of First A. M. E. church which was scheduled to meet with the president, Mrs. Agnes Frederick, was unable to hold a regular meeting because of the extremely bad weather. A full quorum not being in attendance, the few who were out discussed an entertainment for the near future. There will be no further meeting until after the holidays. Those who have names to present to the Pastors Aid Board of First A. M. E. church who are worthy of Christmas baskets, please call the president, Mrs. Florence Moore, Fa. 4834, the secretary, Mrs. Della Campbell, Fi. 1669m, or any member of the board, as soon as possible so that the baskets and recipients may receive proper consideration and delivery. Also those wishing to make contributions to the supply of aprons and socks which the board will distribute to the inmates of the county farm, please get your contribution in to the president, Mrs. Moore as quickly as possible. HELZBERG BOYS' TENTH ANNIVERSARY Helzberg Brothers are celebrating their 10th anniversary sale at their big jewelry store, 628 Minnesota Ave. with a 10c sale of jewelry. They are offering some remarkable values, 17 jewel Illinois watches 10c down and $1.00 per week. Also emblem rings, wrist watches, pearls, and diamond rings with a 10c pay down. 10 years of success means 10 years of honest dealing, 10 years of service and 10 years of courteous treatment to all. THEY have "holiday gifts" for your friends within the reach of all. THESE ADVERTISERS APPRECIATE YOUR BUSINESS. SOME SOCIETY NEWS Delegates to the Interstate Literary Association at Atchison, were elected at the Citizens' Forum at Metropolitan last Sunday. Dr. H. B. Bronson is one delegate and the pianist is the other. Mrs. A. F. Marr is having a nice time in California. Miss Sara Paly has returned from over a week's visit in Lexington, Ky., and reports a nice time. Prof. and Mrs. Neely attended Forum Sunday. Mrs. Bagby on Nebraska Ave., is now married to Mr. Ellison. Master Samuel Bills is a fine type writer. MEET ME AT CONSUMER MARKET THE MEATING PLACE OF KANSAS CITY, KANSAS 503 Minnesota Office Phone Drexel 3703 Residence, DR. L. T. M DENTAL Office MEET THE HELZBERG BOYS WEAR DIAMONDS The ideal of economic independence. The first of these, the ideal of religious liberty, the Negroes of the United States of America enjoy without let or hindrance. This ideal came to them without any effort on their part. The second, the ideal of political liberty, do they enjoy? If not, why not? Perhaps some of our readers may tell you later. For the present we pass on to the last, the ideal of economic independence. It is attained not from without, but from within. No one can make you economically independent, you must do that yourself. Today the wealth of the United States is estimated at $350,000,000,-000, nearly $3,000 per capita, including every man, woman and child in this country. How much of this have Negroes built? At least one-twentieth of it. But look about among us and we see little evidence of it, because we have built not for ourselves and ours, but for others. More of this later. The second process, that of conserving wealth, may be easier than that of building wealth, but must go hand in hand with it, if permanent progress is to be maintained. In our next, we will consider the most important factor in modern wealth building. In the meantime investigate the following exhibit: The Living American's Dollar Whither it goes? Friday, December 25, 1925 32.0 Reading matter 15.3 Life insurance 13.3 12.0 9.0 The Dead America 4.6 Whence it comes? 4.3 All other souces general sup. 2.5 Insurance 2.3 .9 EAT AT ram's New C YOUR Christmas Dinner Boast Young Turkey with Oyster Dressing June Peas Cranberry Sauce Celery and Potatoes. 60 Cents reading matter life insurance The Dead American's Whence it comes? All other souces insurance AT New Café OR s Dinner with Oyster Dressing Cranberry Sauce Potatoes. ents Food ..... 32.0 Reading matter ..... .8 Rent ..... 15.3 Life insurance ..... 3.0 Clothing ..... 13.3 Savings ..... 12.0 $1.00 Miscellaneous ..... 9.0 The Dead American's Dollar; Recreation ..... 4.6 Whence it comes? Fuel and Light ..... 4.3 All other souces ..... .13 Furniture and general sup. ..... 2.5 Insurance ..... .87 Medical ..... 2.3 Chartiy ..... .9 $1.00 Roast Young Turkey with Oyster Dressing June Peas Cranberry Sauce Celery and Potatoes. 60 Cents Baked Young Chicken Sage Dressing Cream Peas Mashed Potatoes 50 Cents are some of the things we have on our Sweet Potatoes Ice Cream and Cake. gss we have on our menu potatoes and Cake. These are some of the things we have on our menu: Sweet Potatoes Ice Cream and Cake. WE INVITE YOU TO JOIN OUR CHRISTMAS SAVINGS CLUB Save systematically and have money with which to pay taxes and buy Xmas gifts, etc. Ask any of our former members and have them tell you how easy it is to save this way. JOIN NOW. NO RESTRICTIONS. MINNESOTA AVENUE STATE BANK The bank of personal service. THE KANSAS CITY ADVOCATE PAGE THREE MRS. IDA B. KENNEDY, Manager. G. V. GOLDEN, ADVERTISING MANAGER MRS. AGNES FREDERICK City and Society Editor Phone—Fifield 3145J * MRS. M. C. MATTHEWS, Society Editor. PUBLISHED EVERY FRIDAY —at— Office 608 North Sixth Street Phone Drexel 1814 Residence Phone Fairfax 0650 SUBSCRIPTION. 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. REV. E. M. MOSELEY, PASTOR Sunday school largely attended. At 11 a. m. Pastor Rev. E. M. Moseley preached a wonderful sermon. Subject: Savior, Christ, Lord. Text Luke 2:5-2. "Unto us is born this day in the city of David, a Savior, which is Christ the Lord (obsedve.) The Angel told them somewhat of his (office) as well as his birth. Unto you is born this day a Savior. The very object of which he was born in this world was that he might deliver us from sin. God had come to earth before but not as a Savior. Remember that terrible coming when there went three angels into Sodom at nightfall, for the Lord said, I will go now and see whether it be altogether according to the cry thercof. He had come as a spy to witness human sin, and this is just what the world wanted. (A Savior), (Glimpse of Heaven). That is where Jesus lived nineteen centuries ago. He was the King's Son. It was the old homestead of eternity. And its castles were as old as God. Not a frost had chilled the air. Not a tear had ever rolled down the cheeks of the inhabitants. There had never in all the land been woven a black veil, for there was nothing to mourn for. He was not like other princes, waiting for the father to die. And then take the throne. Oh, but John saw him setting on the Throne with his Father while his Father lived. But one day there was a big wreck in the universe, things went wrong. A race is fallen! A world in ruin. And awful centrifugal of sin seeming to overpower. And from this a groan reached heaven. Such sound had never been heard before. Sweet sounds but never an outcry of distress. At that groan the Prince rose from all blissful (Circum-Jacense) and started for the outer gate. Stay with us cried angels and potentate. "No", said the Prince, "I cannot stay I must be off for the wreck of humanity. I must hush that distress, I must redeem those nations. Farewell thrones and timeples for I will come again carrying on my shoulder a ransomed world. For that is why we were in need of a Savior to redeem the world." Choir rnedered beautiful anthems, "Seek ye the Lord," under direction of Mrs. G. E. Powell. B. Y. P. U. largely attended. Program rendered by group No. 2. President's annual address, Mrs. L. Hopkins. Jr. President's annual address, Miss Caralee Butler. Jr. Secretary, Address and report, Miss Pearl Shears. Solo, "It pays to serve Jesus," Mrs. Althea Simon. Response to address, Deacon Wells. Duet, Mrs. R. Thomas, Mrs. H. Bask- kin. All classes gave splendid reports for the year. The pastor preached the sermon Sunday night, "Authority of Jesus." Christmas program by Sunday school Thursday night, Dec. 24, 1925. Choir will give cantata "Birth of Christ." Mission Circle every Monday night at church. Come to Mt. Olive.—Mrs. G. E. Powell, Reporter. Elisha Scott, prominent attorney from Topeka, was a visitor at the Advocate office Wednesday. ADVOCATE OFFICE PHONE DREXEL 0424 Full Dress and Tuxedo Suits For Rent Phone Grand 2963 1429 East 18th St. Kansas City, Mo. [Image of a man in a suit and bow tie]. REV. WM. WINSTON Pastor of Trinity Institutional A. M. E. Church. Ray Cummings, prosecutor of Clay County, Mo., is the man that is alleged to have said "Justice has been done" when an innocent Negro was lynched at Excelsior Springs. It was proven that the lynching was done to cover up the crimes of a ring that was cattle stealing" dry cattle and shipping them to Kansa City, Mo. Cummings pleaded guilty to accepting $90.00 from D. C. Kelso, formerly a Kansas City motor car salesman who had ben arrested in Clay county, while being intoxicated. He willfully refused to investigate the lynching, and has failed to perform other official duties. What could we expect from such a man as Cummings, when he has completely failed to uphold the law, and accepted money for trivial cases and committing fraud in office. Shame, that our future lay in the hands of such a public officer of the state of Missouri. CITY FEDERATION TO DISPENSE WITH CHRISTMAS CHARITY The City Federation of Negro Womens' Clubs of Kansas City, Kansas, will plan to dispense Xmas cheer this holiday season collectively and individually through its various clubs. Small hearts at the Childrens' Home will be gladdened by a gorgeous Christmas tree, the Federation plans to prepare for them, and inmates of the Florence Crittenden Home in Topeka will be pleased to receive a box from Kansas City, Kansas, City Federation. Mrs. L. Jean James, city president, has asked each club to have a shower of baby accessories, and to get all articles to her on or before December 19. All clubs are asked for contributions for the kiddies' Christmas tree at the Childrens' Home. TRINITY INSTITUTIONAL CHURCH Men's Union of Trinity Institutional Church will have Emancipation celebration at the church Friday evening, January 1, 1926. Colonel F. C. Sturman of Kansas City, Mo., will deliver the principal address. Attorney G. W. Malone, president of the Men's Union, will be master of ceremonies. The program will start promptly at 8 p. m. An old-fashioned Southern supper of possum and sweet potatoes, fried rabbit and hot biscuits, chitterlings and corn bread, will be served in connection. Service starts at 5 p. m. Admission free with a silver offering. CHURCH NEWS. A. M. E. The pastor after a fine program of the Junior Missionary society preached an excellent short sermon. The Junior choir rendered several fine Christmas numbers. At the morning service, the Senior choir rendered special Christmas anthems, including a quartet and a very high class tenor solo. Come to Church Sunday ADVOCATE OFFICE (Up Stairs) 516 MINNESOTA AVE. PHONE DREXEL 0424 THE KANSAS CITY ADVOCATE THE WEEKLY ANNOUNCER OF FIRST A. M. E. CHURCH AT FIRST A. M. E. CHURCH THURSDAY NIGHT Sunday School Christmas Tree. Pastor's Aid—Distribution of Christmas Baskets to the Poor and Needy. FRIDAY Community Carol Singing (40 voices) 2:30 to 4:30 a. m. Choir Breakfast at the parsonage, 3:30 a. m. Belfry Carol Service (church), 4:30 a. m. —"Tidings of Great Joy." Special Christmas Service, 4:45 a. m. with music (75) voices and orchestra accompaniment. Christmas Address by the Pastor. SATURDAY Junior Missionary Christmas Party, 1:30 p. m. SUNDAY—11:00 A. M.— Special Service—Sermon by the pastoh, "Reflections of the Year." 5:30—Christian Endeavor Service Featuring Santa Claus. 7:30—Sunday School Pageant, "Star of Bethlehem." NEW YEAR DAY— "Open House." THE CHURCH Combined Choirs of First A. M. E. Church (75 Voices) Orchestra Accompaniment. DECEMBER TWENTY-FIFTH, 1925—4:30 P. M. Ophelia Jackson ..... Orgaanist and Directress Bertha Fisher ..... Assistant Organist Rev. John B. St. Felix Isaacs A.M.B.D ..... Minister BELERY SERVICE—4:30 PART ONE—4:45 Solo—“Christians Awake”—Stockport ..... Armstrong Organ Prelude ..... Ophelia Jackson Prophecy—“Isaiah 9:6” ..... J. F. King Echo Chorus—“Holy Night” ..... Madeline Freman ..... Lettie May McNair, Catherine McLauren Chorus—“Harken Unto Me”—Ashfcrd ..... Full Chorus Processional Trio—“O Holy Night” ..... Bernice Wilson, Elizabeth Simpson Invocation PART TWO “Tidings of Great Joy” .....E. L. Ashford 1 Tenor Solo—“Oh Come Emanuel” .....F. W. Fitchue 2 “Therefore the Redeemed Shall Return” Miss Jackson .....Soprano Mrs. Miller .....Contralto Mr. Fitchue .....Tenor Mr. Floyt .....Bass 3 “My Soul Doth Magnify the Lord” .....Solo and Chorus 4 “Pastorale” .....Organ and Quartette 5 “There Were Shepheds” .....Soprano Solo and Chorus 6 “Virgin's Cradle Hymn” .....(Contralto) Mrs. Miller 7 “Star of the East” .....Charlotte Kennedy 8 “The Magi” .....Chorus 9 “Come and Worship” .....Pastor “Christmas Message, “The Prince of Peace” .....Invitation. Offertory Announcements Recessional Benediction THE MAYOR OF BROOKLYN REV. H. B. BRONSON Pastor of Metropolitan Baptist Temple, Corner of Washington Boulevard and Ninth Street METROPOLITAN BAPTIST TEMPLE NINTH AND WASHINGTON BLVD. DR. H. B. BRONSON, Pastor. The following program will be given at 5 o'clock a.m. Christmas morning: Processional—Holy Night. Song—Joy to the World. Prayer. Anthem—"Wake, O My Soul".....Heyser Solo—"The Birthday of a King".....Neidlinger Mrs. Elizabeth Kinard, Female Quartette—"Adore and Be Still".....Gounod Mesdames Thomas, Walker, Alsbrook, Harris Sermon—"He Was Laid in the Manger"..... Solo Obligato—Nazareth.....Gounod Mrs. Nellie' Harris Organ' Offertory—"Jubilate Deo".....Silver Solo Obligato—"O, Night of Holy Memory Mrs. Fannie Thomas Friday, December 25, 1925 REV. S. MONTGOMERY Pastor King Solomon Baptist Church Garfield and Third Streets KING SOLOMON BAPTIST CHURCH FIVE O'CLOCK CHRISTMAS SERVICE Germon, "The Nativity" ...Rev. Christmas Musical Program Christmas Breakfast ...Sunday Lic is welcome. FORUM PROGRAM—SUNDAY Program at the Forum on December 27, will be held at Mrs. Molly's Hospital Club, sponsored by Mrs. Molly. Program will be rendered: Corus ...Negro Nat. Rev. Duo Mesdames ...Ophelia Jackson and eMa. M— Smella Lee, Annual Financial Report ation of Childrens' Clinic by Nurses S. Thompson on Surgery of Hospital as Matron, Miss Kitchen of Hospital, Mrs. Dwiggins. B. Isanes, Talk—"A Good Hospital and Community." "Rutile of Spring" ...Miss Chad "Clave Song" ...Miss Chad Mr. L. —"The Word is Waiting for the Sunrise" ...Mrs. L. OMERY Aptist Church and Streets TIST CHURCH CHAS SERVICE Rev. S. Montgomery Choir Served by Choir SUNDAY November 27, will be presented by by Mrs. Mollie Turner. The Negro National Anthem Rev. N. B. Robinson Jackson and eMatrice L. Childs Mrs. Hurd Report by Nurses Kitchen Hospital and its Relation to Miss Charlotte Kennedy Miss Charlotte Kennedy Miss Oliver Mr. Louis H. Curren Orestis Graves Helena Sheron for the Sunrise" Mrs. LaVerne Keeesee HENRY H. HARRIS The program at the Forum on December 27, will be presented by the Douglass Hospital Club, sponsored by Mrs. Mollie Turner. The following program will be rendered: Opening Chorus.....Negro National Anthem Invocation .....Rev. N. B. Robinson Pipe Organ Duo Mesdames.... Ophelia Jackson and eMatrice L. Childs Soprano Solo.....Mrs. Hurd SYMPOSIUM— 100 TRINITY INSTITUTIONAL A. M. E. CHURCH. FIFTH STREET AND GREELEY AVENUE. HISTORY OF TRINITY CHURCH Part of the present congregation of New Trinity church was organized on Water street twenty years ago, and was known as Bethel A. M. E. church. The little congregation removed from Water street to Fourth and Stewart and worshipped in a basement for three years. The membership ran down to seven members. The Rev. S. D. Rone built the membership up to about 100 members. About 15 months ago Bishop A. J. Carey appointed Rev. Wm. Winston, D.D., of Little Rock, Arkansas, here to buy or build a church. He had great faith in Rev. Winston as a builder. represent congregation of New Trinity church twenty years ago, and was known as Bethlehemregation removed from Water street to Fork in a basement for three years. The members. The Rev. S. D. Rone built the member about 15 months ago Bishop A. J. Carey applauded Little Rock, Arkansas, here to buy or buy Rev. Winston as a builder. Assessment where Rev. Winston was holding. He began hunting larger quarters. The membership had grown double. The purchase for $35,000.00, and the congregation in March. The trustees sold the old chapel, $600 on terms. The other property on Fork Chapel, was sold for $3,500.00. At present and its Sunday school enrollment number is 1. Morning Services, 11 A. M. "HOW THEY TY." Sunday morning, 11 a. m. "WHY Sunday evening, "WHY AMERICA IS a religious Christmas Tree will be in the a fit of old people and friends, in charge of REV. WM. WINSTON, J. 7 Trinity church was organized as Bethel A. M. E. church street to Fourth and Stewarts. The membership ran did the membership up to abc. J. Carey appointed Rev. W. to buy or build a church. 8 was holding church soon shorters. The officers wanted double. The New Trinity and the congregation moved old the old church property on Fourth and Stewarts. At present Trinity has molliment numbers 200. A $5,000. The little basement where Rev. Winston was holding church soon became too small. He began hunting larger quarters. The officers wanted a bigger church. The membership had grown double. The New Trinity A. M. E. church was purchased for $35,000.00, and the congregation moved in the first Sunday in March. The trustees sold the old church property on Water street for $600 on terms. The other property on Fourth and Stewart, known as Carey's Chapel, was sold for $3,500.00. At present Trinity has more than 400 members and its Sunday school enrollment numbers 200. A $5,000 drive starts January 1. drive starts January 1. Christmas Morning Services, 11 A. M. "HOW THEY TREAT JESUS IN KANSAS CITY." Sunday morning, 11 a. m. "WHY THE PEOPLE DIE SO FAST." Sunday evening, "WHY AMERICA IS SO HARD TO MAKE DRY." A religious Christmas Tree will be in the altar Sunday evening for the benefit of old people and friends, in charge of the usher board. REV. WM. WINSTON, D.D., Pastor. SAINT PETERS C. M. E. CHURCH Eighth and Oakland Avenue Mrs. Arline Rogers, Directress 5 O'CLOCK MORNING SERVICES Graphone Solo Light Vere Shepherds North of Christ Miss Georgia Jack In Thee Mrs. C. R. Johnson, M Miss City Miss Mrs. Hattie Epee Jewel Mrs. Hock PROGRAM COMPLIMENTS of the SEASON The Kansas City Doctors Wish You a Merry Xmas and Happy New Year Friday, December 25, 1925 The K Merry KANSAS OFFICE—202 KAVIS BUILD HOURS—1 to 2; 6 to 7 p. m. PHONE MISSOURI OFFICE, 19TH AND PASSE HOURS—7 to 8 p. m. PHONE—G KANSAS OFFICE—202 KAVIS BUILDING, 422 Minnesota Avenue. HOURS—1 to 2; 6 to 7 p. m. PHONES—Drexel 3888-3889. MISSOURI OFFICE, 19TH AND PASEO. HOURS—7 to 8 p. m. PHONE—Grand 0792. DR. A. PORTER DAVIS PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON THE DAVIS MATERNITY SANITARIUM Kansas City, U. S. A. DR. L. T. MONTGOMERY, D.D.S. 444½\ Minnesota avenue. Office hour Telephone—Drexel 3703. Home—F 444½ Minnesota avenue. Office hours 9 to 12:30; 1:30 to 6. Telephone—Drexel 3703. Home—Fairfax 2227. DR. J. H. MOORE, D.D.S. 428 Minnesota avenue. Office hours Telephone—Drexel 1258. Home 428 Minnesota avenue. Office hours 9:30 to 12; 2-5; 6:30-7:30. Telephone—Drexel 1258. Home CHRISTNAS EVE other time? What is Christmas anyway? Why is Christmas? Is it for laughter? Is it for fun? Christmas is not for either of these individually, but it is for all of them collectively. Christmas is for humanity. For humanity! And what is humanity? Is it a person? Not necessarily so, although it goes about in that form. Let me tell you right here. Humanity is a combination of gratitude, unselfishness and joy. Gratitude for the condescending goodness of an Almighty Providence for one's being. It is the realization of our complete relationship to one and others and moving us in that realization to be of service to those around and about us who are less fortunate than we are. It is that feeling we call joy that possesses us when we have done for others what we wish they would do unto us. It is a combination of these virtues which cannot be analysed and isolated by themselves but which must ever and always intertwine themselves one with the other. And notice when this combination exists, you hear only the "them" and for "them," you hear of "these," "those," for "him," and for "her," and never once do you hear of "me" or "my." "I" or "mine" is unknown. That is why the streets were in such a crowded condition yet in a spirit of affection. That is why in the stores the clerks and everyone else wore broad smiles and happy dispositions. That is why the conductor had pleasing words for every fare collected. Joy is very bashful and hides him who seeks her. She cannot be found if sought out. She comes when forgotten. She shows up when not expected. Christmas eve is the steed on which she rides, heralding the glad tidings of Him who comes to restore the burnt fire of love that seems to be dying with the ending year. As the cares of life oppress, we may well be reminded that Christmas eve heralds the messenger of peace on earth and good will towards men. Miss Thelma Brown, a student in Junior College, will spend her vacation in Muskogee. Mrs. Delin Generals of Atchison, Kansas, will visit her daughter, Mrs. N. G. Smothers and Mrs. Ida J. Wood, during the Christmas holidays. Miss Carolyn Kealing will spend her vacation visiting at Tuskegee and Nashville. Miss Etta Searcy will visit relatives in St. Louis. Miss Cozetta Payne and Miss Marie Rose, students of Emporia, and of K. U., respectively, are at home for the holidays. Dr. H. B. Bronson, pastor of Metropolitan Temple spent a part of last week in Lawrence, assisting Rev. G. N. Jackson. The Beatrice L. Childs club met on Friday, Dec. 18, with Mrs. Powell, 419 Haskell Ave., as hostess. This was a splendid business meeting and LOCALS , D.D.S. Office hours 9 to 12:30; 1:30 to 6. Home—Fairfax 2227. ce hours 9:30 to 12; 2-5; 6:30-7:30. Home three new members were added to our roll. The club spirit has actively taken sway in this group and they have mapped out some real club work for the coming year. After a delicious luncheon by the hostess the meeting adjourned to meet January 8, at 2744 Highland Ave., Kansas City, Mo The Paragonian Art and Social club met on Friday, Dec. 18, with Mrs. Emma Richmond as hostess at 330 Garfield Ave. A good number of members were out and all plans were completed for the club party to be given January 29. Mrs. James, city federation president gave a splendid talk. After an appetizing lunch by the hostess, the meeting adjourned to meet January 7. Mr. and Mrs. L. E. Anderson, 2123 North Fifth street were pleased to have as their guest for the week end, Miss Elizabeth Crutcher of Chicago, formerly of this city. Miss Crutcher was called home because of a serious accident to her mother in Carrolton, Mo. Evangelist Feast of St. John, under auspices of Fidelity Lodge No. 103, A. F. and A. M. at King Solomon Baptist church, Third street and Garfield Ave. Splendid program prior to the reception in dining room. SOCIAL CLUB The Neighborly Neighbors Club gave a Christmas party Saturday, evening, December 19, for children who might not be remembered on Christmas, at the home of the President, Mrs. Eliza Cummins. The house was beautifully decorated and a large Christmas tree with lights stood in the center of one of the rooms, and Santa Claus was there to greet the kiddies. The fourteen children from the Orphans home were guests and rendered a beautiful program "Silent Night." It was one of their best selections. Through the kindness of Mrs. Lulu Taylor, one of the members, the children were taken to the party in her car. There were forty-one children present, each received a stocking filled with candy, nuts, oranges and apples. It was indeed a treat for them to be so near Santa Claus, who answered all questions. Present were sent to other children who could not be present. James Freeman, Jr. a senior at Hampton University, Va., is visiting his parents, Mr. and Mrs. James Freeman, Sr., 416 State avenue. Mr. Freeman is a graduate of Sumner High school and this is his third year at Hampton. N. B. ROBINSON LAUNDRY COMPANY Prompt, Efficient Service Office and Residence 333 Quindaro Blvd. Phone Fairfax 1174 N. B. Robinson, Mgr. THE KANSAS CITY ADVOCATE PHONES-Office, Drexel 3864. Res. Fairfax 4575 HOURS-9 a. m. to 6 6. m. Sundays by appointment. DR. MARION COTTEN. DENTIST Physician and Surgeon. hours 11 a. m. 3 p. m. and 5-8 p. m. come GTON, Physician and Surgeon. 5. 5th St. Office hours 10 to 3. S. DR. C. W. ALEXANDER, Physician and Surgeon. 1512 North 5th Street. Office hours 11 a.m. 3 p.m. and 5-8 p.m. Telephone—Fairfax 0380. Home DR. CHARLES P. WASHINGTON, Physician and Surgeon. Office and residence, 2063 N. 5th St. Office hours 10 to 3. Telephone—Fairfax 3477. 400 Minnesota avenue. Office hours 9-12; 2-7. Telephone—Drexel 3854. cian and Surgeon. DR. F. H. ANTHONY, Physician and Surgeon. 1514 North 5th St. Office hours 10:30 1; 3-5. Telephone Fairfax 3853. Home—Fairfax 0737. NOTICE OF PUBLICATION In the District Court of Wyandotte County, Kansas. Jennie V. Lennox, Plaintiff, vs. No. 27173 A. Neal, Lennox, Defendant. State of Kansas to Neal Lennox, GREETINGS: 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, on the grounds of desertion and abandonment. Unless you answer said petition on or before the 12th day of February, 1926, the allegations and statements contained in plaintiff's petition will be taken as true, and upon further prof, plaintiff will be granted a divorce as prayed for in her petition. J. S. Manning, Attorney for Plaintiff. Carl W. Fincke, Clerk of District Court. By C. D. Bing, Deputy. First published Dec. 25, 1925. ADMINISTRATOR'S NOTICE No. 12474. In the Probate Court of Wyandotte County, Kansas. State of Kansas, Wyandotte County, ss. In the Probate Court in and said County. In the matter of the estate of Sallie Diggs, deceased. To whom it may concern: Notice is hereby given that the Letters of Administration heretofore granted in the above entitled estate to one Joseph Williams on the 26th day of October, A. D., 1923 have ex- Office Phone—Fairfax 1211 Res. Phone—Fairfax 5278 TO MY FRIENDS A Merry Christmas and A Happy New Year THATCHER'S FUNERAL HOME N. W. THATCHER 1520 North Fifth St. Kansas City, Kansas 514 Minnesota Avenue DR. T. VIRGIL WARD, D.D.S. BETHEL, KANSAS Services at the Oak Ridge, Baptist church were well attended Sunday. Rev. and Mrs. E. S. Masterson, and Miss O. Bronson, of Kansas City, worshipped with us. Rev. Masterson preached the morning sermon, and Miss Bronson presided at the piano, favoring us with some beautiful selections. The pastor, Rev. P. L. Riggins, preached at the evening service. On Monday evening the teacher, and pupils of school district No.14 rendered their program at the church to a large audience. Thursday evening the Sunday school had their Christmas tree and distributed presents to the little ones. Christmas morning the church held five o'clock services. Mr. David Turner, Jr. and Mrs. Paralee Dickey, were united in marriage Saturday. Mrs. Arthur Johnson, of Kansas City, is the guest of her mother Mrs. Peninah Thompson. The Harmony Literary and Wit Club met on Thursday, December 17, land avenue. A very splendid meeting with Mrs. Pauline Daily, 2742 Woodwas held and the club cleared up all back business, and after being served by the hostess, the meeting adjourned to meet January 8 with Mrs. Stella Davis, 1623 Agnes avenue. Mrs. J. H. Mixon will have charge of the Christmas play, "A Christmas Dream," which will be presented at the church by pupils of the Sunday school, on Thursday evening, December 24. The Christmas Tree will be in connection. Program starts at 8:15. Admission free. Kansas City, Kansas. DR. S. H. THOMPSON, Physician and Surgeon. 1512 North 5th Street. Office hours 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.3-4 p.m. Sundays. Telephone—Fairfax 0380. Home—Fairfax 3288. cian and Surgeon. hours 11-2; 4-6; 8-9 ne—Fairfax 3443. physician and Surgeon. DR. J. R. THOMPSON, Physician and Surgeon. DR. H. M. BRATHWAITE, Physician and Surgeon. 47 Central Avenue. Office hours 9-12; 3-8. Telephone—Victor 1219. Home—Fairfax 4348. DR. F. K. ROGERS, Physician and Surgeon. DR. F. K. ROGERS, Physician and Surgeon. 160512 N. 10th St. Office hours 9-11; 3-5; 7-9. Telephone 4875. PUBLICATION NOTICE In the District Court of Wyandotte County, Kansas: Ethel Wilson, Plaintiff, vs. Willie Wilson, Defendant. - To WILLIE WILSON: You are hereby notified that you have been sued in the District Court of Wyandotte County, Kansas, and that you must answer the petition filed in said case on or before the 12th day of February, 1926, or said petition will be taken as true and judgement rendered against you, granting her an absolute divorce of and from you, and for such other and further relief as the nature of the case may require and for costs of this action. Dorsey Green, Attorney for Plaintiff. First published Dec. 25, 1925. Range Roper Range SALE 65c DOWN 18 MONTHS FOR BAL- ANCE The beautiful range pictured above is only one of the many models you have to select from—all at substantial Reductions and the above THE WYANDOTTE COUNTY GAS CO. 744 Minnesota Drexel 3120 Rosedale Office 519 Southwest Boulevard. pired. You are hereby further notified that Letters of Administration De Bonis Non have been granted to the undersigned on the estate of Sallie Diggs, deceased, late of said County, by the Honorable, the Probate Court of the County and State aforesaid, dated on the 25th day of November, A. D., 1925. A. J. NEELY, Adm'r. De Bonis Non of the Estate of Sallie Diggs, Deceased. Kansas City, Kansas, November 25, 1925. 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 25th day of November, A. D., 1925. Henderson and Jones, Atty's for Admr. De Bonds Non. (First Published Dec. 25, 1925.) PAGE 6 OUR BOYS TO OTTAWA Three Representatives Came Back Loaded With inspiration and Talked To Us Today Sumner is very proud of Hightower Kealing, president of Group One; Chamberlain Johnson, president of Group Two, and Archie Gregg, a loyal sophomore, all H-Y representatives. These young men, desirous of attaining the best, were delegates from Sumner to the Hi-Y convention in Ottawa, ansas, December 11-12-13. A very interesting program was prepared for the state delegates by the schools, clubs, and citizens of Ottawa. The university expressed its welcome by turning the natatorium over to the delegates. Hightower Kealing, the president of the Group One, in response to the greetings of the Kiwanis Club, the mayor, the principal of public schools, the Rev. J. G. Olmstead and the Rotary Club, said, "I have heard it said, 'Should you ask a person what he means by being lost, he will probably say, "I am lost when I do not know where I am,'" however, that is not true, for you know where you are no matter where you are. You are lost only when you don't know where the other fellows are. Hence, friends, we are charged in this gathering with the duty of finding our brother; of keeping in the fold with him; of finding the basis for faultless cooperation through learning and understanding his secret and sacred desire, his inner self—his very heart-throb. We as a group of Negro boys have come to you to find our neighbor and do as God Himself commanded us when he said, "Love ye one another." This portion combined with the remainder. This speech was very impressive and inspiring. On the whole, this talk was worthy of any man of education and reflected the excellent training he has received at Summer. The fact that Hightower Kealing, a Negro boy, was elected treasurer of the state Hi-Y conference makes Sumner, all of Kansas City, and the Negro race proud of him. The other delegates, Mr. Johnson and Mr. Gregg, also lent credit to the name of Sumner. In expressing their appreciation of being allowed to attend the enjoyable and instructive conference, the boys made these remarks: Archie Gregg—"I shall do my best to make true the statement, "Kansas Grows The Best Boys in the World." Hightower Kealing—"The fraternal spirit of the various delegates and the speech, 'The color of the skin does not indicate the color of the heart,' by Mr. W. L. Hutcherson especially impressed me and made me more desirous of furthering my struggle for knowledge." Chamberlain Johnson—"The thing in the conference that impressed me most was the unparalled spirit of brotherly love, which seems to have become a part of each Hi-Y fellow. I look forward to a new era of universal brotherhood and peace among the races of the world." Because of this great feeling of brotherhood that was exhibited in the convention, many Hi-Y members have expressed their desire to attend Camp Wood this summer. To those boys who have not affiliated with the wonderful organization, let the result of this conference be a means of winning you to the Hi-Y, because there is no school organization that is a greater maker of men than the Hi-Y which stands for universal brotherhood, the highest ideals in in Christian living, and seeks to ANNUAL JOURNALISM CONTEST The fifth annual state-wide contest between the high school newspapers of Kansas for the purpose of honoring good work done during the year has been announced by the department of journalism at the University of Kansas. The contest will include five divisions of work, according to Prof. L. N. Flint, head of the department. Awards will be given for the best piece of reporting for a high school newspaper; for the best original editorial printed in a Kansas high school newspaper; for the best record of service to a high school newspaper of that school; for the best report on methods of securing and handling a business problem, either in advertising or circulation, and for the best original feature story. The Writers' Club and the Club for the Study of Negro Literature have been combined because of the absence of Miss Daniel, the sponsor of the latter club. This combination brings about a change in the policy of the Writers' Club. The Writers' Club will now make a search for literature by Negroes and literature about Negroes for raw material out of which to build up or write short stories and sketches. - IUJI Ccurier "What's the matter, little boy? "I'm crying because my mamma has just gone to heaven." Teacher—"Johnnie, what part of speech is nose." 1st student—Are you an adult? 2nd student—No, I'm strictly pure. PUBLICATION NOTICE In the district court of Wyandotte County, Kansas. Dewey Hawkins and Mrs. Dewey Hawkins, his wife. Defendants. Hawkins, his wire, Derendants. To the above named defendants you and each of you are hereby notified, that you have been sued by the above named plaintiff in the above named court, and that unless you appear and answer the petition filed in said cause against you, the petition will be presented to the court, and a trial had thereon, and evidence will be introduced, upon which an attachment heretofore issued upon certain of your goods, will be sustained; and a judgment will be rendered, the nature of which will be—a judgment for recovery of money. And the attached property will be sold to satisfy said judgments and costs. By I. F. BRADLEY, His Att'y. Attest: Carl W. Fincke, Clerk District (First Published Dec. 18, 1925.) SHERIFF'S SALE EXECUTION State of Kansas, ss. 29th Judicial District, County of Wyandotte Claude L. Jones, Plaintiff, vs. Forrest B. Anderson, Defendant. Under and by virtue of all execution issued by the Clerk of the District Court in and for the said County of Wyandotte, in a certain cause in said Court, numbered 25287 A. wherein the parties above named were respectively plaintiff and defendant, 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 11th day of January, A. D. 1926, at 10 o'clock a. m., of said day, the following described Real Estate situate in the County of Wyandotte and State of Kansas, to-wit: All of Lot numbered Eight (8), in Odoms addition to Rosedale, Kansas, as the same appears on record in office of Register of Deeds in and for County and State aforesaid. The above described real estate to be sold subject to a mortgage of $500.00; also subject to an option contract of purchase in favor of P. J. and Mary Gahagans, upon which there has been paid the sum of $276.00. (First Published December 11, 1925) (First Published December 11, 1925.) DANIEL (BOB) MAHER, Sheriff of Wyandotte County, Kansas. ROBINSON LAUNDRY CO. Prompt, Efficient Service. Office and Residence, 333 Lafayette Avenue, Kansas City, Kansas. Fairfax 1174. . N. B. Robinson, Mgr Kansas City Advocate CITIZENS' FORUM The Citizens' Forum, December 13, was entertained by the City Federation of Clubs. Mrs. Laura James, City President, presided and gave a fine address. Some other features were: The History of the City Federation, by Mrs. Luella Green, which was fine. She gave many historical facts, also reminded the audience that Mrs. M. C. Matthews, was the first one honored as City President. Rev. Moses William's wife read a poem and Mrs. B. Childs, State Federation President, made a good talk. A girl from the Junior club gave a reading, and there were other good things on the program we cannot recall just now. December 20th Miss Cecial Carroll one of our city teachers, will have a program. She gives fine childrens' programs, so be sure to come to the Forum, December 20th. Delmar Willis, student at Roosevelt Junior High School, at Coffeyville, Kansas, was elected secretary of the student council recently over two white girl opponents. This school is the new junior high from which members of the school board sought to bar colored students in the winter term of 1923-24. DIAMONDS WATCHES A. H. JEW A. H. Cohen JEWELER Watch and Jewelry Repairing 540 Minnesota Ave REAL ESTAT REAL ESTATE DEALERS STOP PAYING RENT Own Your Own Home FOR SALE Five rooms, modern except furnace, $2,500; at $400 down. Six-room bungalow, water, gas, lot 90x125, $2,500; at $500 down. Eight-room strictly modern and 2- room house in rear, sleeping porch, $3,000; at $500 down. Four rooms, newly decorated, $1,450 at $150 down. Six rooms, strictly modern, brick veneered, garage, 3 cars, in Kansas City, Mo., $4,500; at $700 down. Five rooms, new bungalow, large lot (Quindaro) water, lights, $1,500; at $200 down. Five rooms, strictly modern, new bungalow, lot 371/2x125, $4,000; at $500 down. Five rooms, 1 acre fruit, $1,750. W. R. JOHNSON REAL ESTATE CO. 516 Minn. Ave. Phone Drexel 3823; Res. Fx. 4106 Geo. H. Brown 5-room house; water, lights and gas. $23.00. On Everett. A bargain. 5-room house $1800. Water, lights and gas. On Nebraska. 4-room house just built on Haskell. City water, lights and gas. 50 ft. $2250. $300 down. 7-room house; water, gas and lights. $2500. $500 down. A good buy. 6-room house; water, lights, and gas. $2100. $300 down. 75 ft. Phone Fax 0767, Geo. H. Brown, Realestate office, 330 Greely Ave. Small Loans WEEKLY PAYMENTS LIBERTY BONDS BOUGHT AND SOLD Credit Investment Co. Room 208 Wyandotte Building Fifth and Minnesota Avenue DREXEL 0117 HOME THE POPULAR ENTERTAINMENT SANTAL MIDY MUSIC & SCIENCE CATARRM OF BLADDER GUARD YOUR HEALTH SAN-Y-KIT PROPHYLACTIC for MEN After a Ulcerous Protection After Infections Exposure Large Tape Kits. Kit (15) $1 All Dragglets or San-Y-Kit. Dept. A $2 Beckman St. New York Write for Circular The Baptist Womens' City Mission Union is meeting this Friday, Dec. 18th, at Mt. Zion church. The funeral of the late Mr. Henry Walker was largely attended Saturday at First Baptist church. Pritchard Lodge, K. C., Mo., turned out and Dr. Bowren preached a good sermon. Dr. Richardson and Rev. Redd made remarks and many resolutions were read. The family has the sympathy of all citizens. Miss Andrews: "Will you tell me the meaning of the word mute; Louise you should know; that's what you've been all morning." Louise King: (absently) "Dumb." —(o)— Bim—Say, you know, I have an awful cold. Jim—Sell your cold and buy some wood. —(o)— Merle—"Mother, I broke my ribs." Mother—"Well son, go to the store and get 25c worth of spare ribs." —(o)— Herbert: "They don't hang men with wooden legs in Siberia." James: "Why." Herbert: "Because they hang them with ropes." Cohen ELER TE DEALERS We Reach and Need Them All DIAMOND REAL ESTATE CO. 1-acre and 4-room log house and out buildings of all kinds. All kinds of fruit, $850—$150 down. 1-acre unimproved. All kinds of fruit, $550—$100 down. 4-room house, 1 acre. All kinds of fruit and out buildings. Close in. $2900, $600 down. SEE US BEFORE BUYING 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. Call Fair- fax 0380 Or 4422 Dr. W. S. 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We furnish licensed plumbers to install. Kaw Furniture Kaw Furniture Auction Co. THE AUCTION STORE 439 MINNESOTA AVE. NEW AND USED FURNISHINGS STOVES, CARPETS, HARDW Kansas City, Kansas AND USED FURNITURE VES, CARPETS, HARDWAS Kansas City, Kansas Amount Enclosed. J. A. STEPHENS Mother (to James Parker): "James, an angel has been here with a small baby brother for you. Would you like to see him?" James (to mother): "No, mother, I want to see the angel." Teacher—What are bananas for? Johnnie—Making slippers. Grand Lodge ons Officers Wichita, Kas. Grand Lodge Organizer, W. H. Garnett, Newton, Kas. J. W. Wilson, Rev., Geo. McNeal, Chas. Black and Clyde L. Briggs. 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. St. John Lodge No. 9, F. & A. A. 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FURNITURE S, HARDWARE , Kansas Friday, December 25, 1925 York Masons DREXEL 4023 ses a a te fe oN eat es Se : 7 .f et stein SO afabn ope ep HE Byun De athe Me et Re 6 toy htt 5, q fea ‘ ‘ “s . ke aie eh slain tan oa sibgsgiistecsiad sedans let ha kee an San oa tg cylea dt + ow 5 iy wae we et 2. Fon eco ake CE iii acs coe ala teats Sere Dah Sa Ni tha Lis dah eiged ‘co tiaptinw eae 8 std sen os Wy y. ° aN baer TE as eae Cee: en eae aE: BER een aoa ge a ih SER Na a eyes a 8 mie OR AR RR SR eae a ee eT ee PE ON pe Asian ea SWC eel ERS a Mae TR ES a pe poe CHARLES STEWART, JR. i2e soktened every srown, d oh! "tis good to think of him, | , When I am troubled sore! Thanks be to God he hath lived, Although he’s here no more. “More home like seems the vast un- known, Since he has entered there; To follow him is not so hard, Wherever he may fare; He cannot be where God is not, On any sea or shore; What’er betides. His love abides. Our God for evermore.” It is was a degree of pride and pleasure that I accept the kindness of Editor Kennedy of becoming a mem- ber of the staff of the Kansas City Advocate, serving in the capacity of @ correspondent. In my young life strange things have happened and I pause to relate one of the most im- portant to me and one of which per- haps many of the readers are cogni- zant. July 13th last, marks a stroke in my life which will ever be remember- led. It was the demise of my father, the late Rev. Charles Stewart, D.D., General Missionary of the National ‘Baptist Convention, perhaps better known to the readers of The Advo- cate as the latex “J, O. Midnight.” The picture from his life leaves many kind and pleasant memories in the files of his records which is a cherished memory for me to study characters from. I look forward with much anxitey to hear from his many readers throughout your section of the country. Suggestions together with better acquainted me with the personal friendship that existed be- tween you and him will be greatly appreciated and I assure you will be given personal attention and reply. From week to week I will try to present to my readers in my humble way some of the news of the week and features on current events, peo- ple and things. Monday, November 8th, marked the opening of the first session of the 69th Congress of the United States. This Congress will be compelled to handle some of the most momentous questions that have been before any Congress for ages. Our President the silent man from Massachusetts after due deliberation, has transmit- ; ted in his message a form that will H bring about the best possible law: which will better subserve the inter- ests of the people of our nation. Vice. President, Charles G. Dawes, the pre- siding officer of the Senate has re- turned after having traveled thou. ands of miles throughout the nation ir an effort to awaken the people to the necessity of having the Senate chang. ing the present filibustering rules t¢ sane and constructive business-like sessions. In the House of Representative: Ohio gave a floor leader, Nichola: Longwarth, the speaker of these law. making men. He is the son-in-law o: the late fighting President of the na tion, Theodore Roosevelt, who wa: Imown as the apostle of preparedness It is his duty to take up the gave which has such historic marks upo: it as Thomas B. Reed, of Maine, wh made the ruling which was of suck question that the Supreme Court o: the United States had to pass it up of Joe Cannon, who was a Speaker o the House and left a record equal: measured to that of Reed. It is hope: that Mr. Longworth will use his pow er to have converted into laws thing that will give to 14,000,000 Negroe equal justice throughout the nation Next comes the man with the silve: hair from the First Iinois Conges sional district, whose antecedent date back to the old world, where th nation of which they were a par fought for 740 years, contendin; against the tyranny of Great Brit ain. Emmet, Dillon, Parnell an O'Connor sacrificed their very exist ence that the sons of the green flaj might have common justice. The constituency which gives thi mighty man his seat in the Congres of the nation, is composed of ninety eight per cent Negro men and women They-have stood by him in a unite front for a decade, and it is withi Sa cs EE GOOD FOR 5,000 VOTES - NOMINATION BLANK IN THE KANSAS CITY ADVOCATE “EVERY ONE WINS” CAM- PAIGN, I HEREBY ENTER AND CAST 5,000 VOTES FOR—" . MISS, (MR, oF MIS) cco ADDRESS = ences PHONE en ‘As a candidate in the Kansas City “Advocate “Every Otte Wins’’Prize Distribution,” < 7 ee - *NOTE“Only one nomination blank accepted for each candidate nominated) «° “"’* mead at this stage of life, sir, when the, blessedness of the Master has bid you | enjoy life, peace and happiness, as a crowning feature in the winding up of your most successful career, pick up the torch of a dying soldier of this group, who fell in every war and bring to the minds and sense of these inhuman men, the fact that God, our father, intended in the creation of mankind that when he was a citizen of the character which obeyed the laws of a nation, he should have all the protection given all other citizens of this commonwealth. We have an abiding faith in you, Mr. Madden. The reasons of the fore- going paragraph may seem to ardu- ous, but sir, like a Moses, lead the way through your financial power, and fourteen million of this group, and the unborn children, will owe to you an unpayable debt of gratitude, Mlinois is proud of her Junior Sen- ator. Time will prove to the hushed nes that we have made no mistake in saying that he is fully qualified to meet any emergency that might arise in the Senate of the United States. He is a scholastic student in every branch of law and is today a member of the most important committees, the judiciary. He moves with caution and when the time shall arise for him to speak on such important is- sues as the waterways and other in- terests of Illinois and the nation, the people will find that he is an intel- lectual giant. Time will prove to the hushed ones that he is in the class with the late Senator George F. Edmunds of Ver- mont, and John C. Spooner of Wiscon- sin, who furnished the actual brain matter in their time for the nation. ‘We shall have more to say of Illin- ois Junior Senator, Charles S. De- neen, in the future. Mention was not made in last weeks write up about the beautiful silk pil- low which was awarded the winner in the ticket selling contest for the Living Picture entertainment given at Trinity A. M. E. church last Sun- day night under the auspices of the Usher board. The entertainment was originated and staged by Mrs. Lulu Gibson and she contributed the pillow as the prize. The pillow was a sam- ple of marvelous needlework, made of a beautiful changeable silk and decorated with beautiful hand made flowers. Prior to the entertainment it was on exhibit at the church and at the Midway Pharmacy. It was won by Mrs. William Winston, wife of the pastor. Receipts to date arc $153.45. Koran Court No. 37, Daughters o! Isis, met in regular communication or Tuesday, Dec. 15, and after their reg. ular business session, held the an. nual election of officers. CHURCH NOTES. Interest does not center so much on what happened last Sunday, as it does on what is taking place next Sunday. Therefore we are special. izing on the name of the church, its pastor, its lecation, what his sub- ject will be, and the special feature that is being emphasized noxt Sun. day. This information attracts visi tors and will make an indispensable “Come to church” program. | PROBLEM Rev. John W. Darby, pastor of the Central Christian church, addressed a large aundience of Negroes at St. Stephens Baptist church, 910 Harri. son street, Sunday night. Rev. Dar. by’s subject was “Collective Intel. ligence,” and the burden of his mes. sage was that Negroes must work out their own salvation along civic and economic lines, by keeping ir touch with and having at heart al things of racial interest. He de. elena the Negro looks for aid from other sources when it is to him self that he must first look for help. The address was timely and well de livered, and was greatly appreciated by the audience. The program was under the auspieces of the Negrc Business League, and the Negro Bap. tist Missionary Society. Other speak: ers on the program were, Mr. T Arnold, negro of New York, execu: tive secretary of the Urban League; and Rev. J. W. Hurse, pastor of St. Stephens Baptist church. The president of the Negro Business League, Mr. N. S. Adkins presided over the meeting. THE KANSAS CITY ADVOCATE NOTICE OF APPRECIATION , _. The Kansas City Advocate, Publisher, Editor and Staff, wish to extend their thanks and appreciation to the readers and the public for the interest and help they have given us from the start a week ago in the progress of building and making the Advocate a large paper. In a little over a week’s time the paper has doubled in size and more than doubled its distribution. All this with the help of the people we wish to thank, readers, subscribers and business firms for their advertising. The number of new BOOSTERS who have éntered the - Advocate’s FREE GIFT CONTEST, to help increase the cir- ‘culation shows the wonderful co-operation that the Advocate is receiving and co-operation is what all news papers must 3 have. Now keep your good work up and watch the Advocate § ’ get larger and better each week. 3 : The Advocate especially want to thank Prof. J. P. King, , of Northeast Junior High School, for giving part of his val-. , uable time in helping the Boys and Girls in getting subscrip-. ’ tions for the Advocate. > The Advocate wishes to tell all other contestants that the’ . Northeast Junior High Boys and Gifls are only in the contest: ’ for the Twenty Percent commission and not a prize. Also we! » wish to state that anyone giving a subscription to one of the: > Northeast Junior students can at the same time tell the stu-. . dent the name of some contestant and Booster whose name is: . in he printed list of contestants, who they wish the votes to be: > given to. In this way you are helping the student in earning: a little Christmas money and at the same time helping your: favorite contestant in winning a valuable prize in the Advo- cate’s Free Gift distribution. ; Now everyone, let’s get together and make THE KANSAS » CITY ADVOCATE the leading Colored Paper in Kansas City: and all surrounding territory. “The Advocate Thanks You.” $6,000 PRIZE - ADVOGATE CAMPAIGN HEADQUARTERS ; 516 Minnesota Ave. Phone Drexel 0424 , — Openfrom9A.M.to8P.M. SASS BS SoS Bs Deo Bes eos oe Seo oo eS i . . Bi 3 A Printing Service of No Regrets a i GRAY’S 5 Hl PRINTING, “THAT’S RIGHT”? - = & If 8 A PERSONAL SERVICE—HUMAN CONSIDERATION a YOU GET MORE THAN YOU PAY FOR—ASK ANYBODY THE GRAY PRINTING CO. ~ FIFTAR AT OAKLAND AVENUB BELL FAIRFAX 4187 969900 go og noooco ood gn eanoopEsoooogSogngsoooonaoor. OUR SIZE. Last week! Did’nt it surprise you? Well our circulation increased like that too. Thanks to our superb working force, they are hummers, and also to our appreciative patrons. “May their tribe increase.” | Do you know that the Kaw Valley is more productive than the valley llof the Nile, the granary of Egypt of old, well it is. . Of course, you know that this Kaw Valley is the Heart of America, ‘People just like it and are flocking to it in greater numbers than are going to Florida, and they are just beginning to come. The fact is They haven't started yet. Just wait until we open up the comely FAIR. FAX DISTRICT, then you'll see them come. « Congress opened up this week. One of the things that that body is go- ing to do is to make this river navig- lable, then we will have tripple traf. ific rail, air and water. Well with all these economic improvements com: ing the Advocate just hai to expand to meet the need of a weekly organ that will bring to its readers at th« end of the week a digest of the hap. pening of our community, our state our country and, indeed, the happen ings everywhere. Therefore the Ad. vocate is increasing her force, he equipment and her size to meet th needs of the community. Another reason that the Advocat is expanding is more space may be given to stimulate business. Do yo ‘realize that there are places of busi [ness right in our midst that the general public knows nothing about | is the mission of the Advocate t direct the public to such places, Mr. Golden will call and assist you in letting our readers learn what spe- leials you are featuring, how inex- mensive they are and what accomoda- tions you are offering. People like bargains, and service, and will travel blocks for them. SHERIFF FRUSTRATES MOB George Washington Martin, negro suspected of having killed Mrs. Lela Blevins on Friday Dec, 11 at Little Rock, Ark., was whisked out from under the nose of an angry mob, which collected after Mrs. Blevins funeral, and spirited him away to parts unknown. After arriving at his destination, the sheriff called his deputies and instructed them to dis- perse, as he had the negro safely out of the way. Martin was ecap- tured by a posse. He admitted being in the vicinity of the scene of the murder, but denied the crime. K. K. K. LOOK FOR MRS, RHINE- LANDER IN FLORIDA When news reacher Fort Pierce, Florida that Mrs. Kip Rhinelander, notorious octoroon bride of Kip Leon- ard Rhinelander, New York society man, had arrived there, the local order of the Ku Klux Klan got busy. After midnight four committees, ap- pointed by Klan officials, began a systematic search of the hotels. Four prominent hotels were searched, but Mrs. Rhinelander was not found. Mrs. Rhinelander stepped into the lime- light a number of weeks ago, when her marriage to young Rhinelander culminated into a court action, and . Xmas Savings. Did you know that the Christmas Savings Clubs in the various banks of the United States for 1925 will amount to more than Three Hundred Million Dollars? ‘ ‘That there are more than seven million members of these Clubs? That this vast sum of money will be distributed next week? ARE YOU IN ON THIS— Don’t Fail to Get In for 1926 START NOW! : AT BROTHERHOOD STATE BANK Minnesota Avenue at Eighth Street Kansas City, Kansas ee ET ee ee ee ee ee ee el : : P 4 -Pre-Xmas Sale , | Pre-Christmas Sale of Dolls and Toys in the 4 * 4 Lowest Priced Toyland in Town ; . 6 Shopping Days Till Christmas 3 ; * means 6 days of wonderful bar- ; : gains in Holiday Goods at The ‘ Chicago Unclaimed Freight Store. : } 21-inch Mamma Dolls, Scooters with dise - unbreakable .. nie DIC wheels, special. $1. 19 Kiddie and Doll | 69. Kars - $1.49 Up | Buggies ene C up | g9-inch Wagons $5 4 5 : nk ak ; Mamma Dolls, walks, talks ee dise wheels. ° . and sleeps, wit! adio > natural hair —...... $3.50 Sleds. ceeeeee——— $1. 35 > See our Complete line of hand painted dishes, cut glass and | > silverware, also following list of toys: x Japanese Baskets, Dolls, Games, Doll Buggies, Doll Chairs, Drums, Wagcns, Sleighs, Tricycles, Teddy Bears, Automo-~ ; biles, Cedar Chests, Trains, Tops, Doll Beds and many other | attractive toys. 525 Minnesota Avenue | SESODOODOOOSOSSOSOS DOOD OS ODOSESFOSOOS OOO FOO PPO SS OTE, , ‘ AUTO LIVERY : Fairfax 3185 ; 3 ; . D. WILSON Cars by Trip or Hour | 1006 Walker Avenue Kansas Gity, Kansas 0O9090000000000000 00000 O0OSOOOOOOSHOOOT0H90 00000000 Call Fairfax 3767 : - Hall, Walker and Green | 312 Washington Blvd. : Twin City Funeral Home | Personel Service Rendered Day snd.Night | | : Res. Phones: Fairfax 5319, Hiland 2517" | her unsavory matrimonial and pre- matrimonial affairs were aired be- forea scandal-loving public. The ob- ject of the court action was to an- nul the marridge on the grounds that the young husband was deceived as to his bride's racial mixture. Just what the K. K. K. wanted with Mrs Rhinelander is open to conjecture. ADVOCATE OFFICE | (Up Stairs) | 516 MINNESOTA AVE. | PHONE DREXEL 0424 No. 27120a In the District Court of Wyandotte County, Kansas. The Mount Pleasant Methodist Epis- eopal Church of Kansas City, Kan- sas, Plaintiff, vs. Christian E. Schoellkopf, Mina Schoel- kopf, Henry Schoellkopf, and Henry ‘Schoellkopf, Jr., if said defendants or either of them are dead, then the unknown heirs, executors, adminis- trators, devisees, trustees, assigns, and successors, if any there be of such defendants as are dead, Defen- dant. The State of Kansas, to the defend- ants above named, Greetings: Each of you is hereby notified that you have been sued by the above named plaintiff in the above entitled court and cause, the petition having been filed against you in said court and cause on the 8th day of Decem- ber, 1925, and that you must answer said petition on or before the 22nc day of January,-1926, or said petition will be taken as true, and judgment and decree rendered against you ac- cordingly of the following nature, to-- wit: 1, That each and all of the de- fendants be compelled to show what claim, estate, interest orlien they may have in or against the following de- scribed real property in Wyandotte county, Kansas, to-wit: Lots 1, 2, 3, and 4, in Block 3, Haf- ner’s Grove, an addition now in and a part of Kansas City, Kansas, and that such claims, estates, interests and liens be adjudged and decreed to be null and void. 2. That the plaintiff’s title in said above described real property be ad- judged and decreed to be absolute and perfect and that said title be quieted against each of the defendants above named in the caption of this notice, and each of them be wholly excluded from any interest, estate, title or lien in said real property or any part there of, and be perpetually enjoined from asserting any claim, lien, title, estate, or interest therein. 3. That the court find, adjudge and decree that all of the allegations in plaintiffs petition are true and that it have such other and further relief as the facts therein set out entitle it to. The Mount Pleasant Metho- dist Episcopal Church, of Kansas City, Kansas. Plaintiff. By WM. H. TOWERS, { Its Attorney. {CARL W. FINCKE, Clerk. By W. F, MATHIS, Deputy. | (First Published December 11, 1925)