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NEGRO HISTORY WEEK Special Program in Every Church February 14th --- Special Program ACHIEVEMENTS OF A RACE AGAINST ALL ODDS If a race has no history, if it has no worthwhile tradition, it becomes a negligible factor in the thought of being exterminated. The American Indian left no continuous record. He did not appreciate the value of tradition, and where is he today? 'History," another has said, "is the witness of the times, the torch of truth, the life of memory, the teacher of life, the messenger of antiquity." Not to know what one's race has done in former times is to continue as a child. The world's history, then, according to a distinguished man, is a "divine poem" of which the story of every nation is a canto and every man a word. The Negro as a Pioneer. The ancient African taught the world the use of iron, the most important of all metals. Negroes have a place among the Pioneers of American history. Africans were the first to visit the shores of America, according to Professor Leo Wiener of Harvard University; for he has found evidence of their influences on this continent prior to the coming of white men from Europe. It is said that Pietro Alonzo il ni thaniel Dett. Roland Hayes is unsurpassed. In painting we produced Henry O. Tanner. Spokesmen of the Race Eloquent speakers were Gabriel of Va.; David Walker, of Mass.; Vesey of S. Carolina; Nat Turner of Va.; Sojourner Truth and Frederick Douglass. Since Reconstruction we have produced Richard Allen, James Varick, Daniel A. Payne, Kelly Miller, James Weldon Johnson, W. E. Dubois, Educator Booker T. Washington. Money Value The Negro today has to his credit property valued at more than a Billion Dollars mostly in farms and homes. Business developed among Negroes by such persons as Mrs. A. E. Malone, Samuel W. Rutherford, of National Benefit Life Ins. Co., Madam C. I. Walker, Anthony Overton and others. Let the light of history enable us to see that "enough of good there is in the lowest estate to sweeten life." Appointed Boxing Commissioner Harrisburg, Pa.. January 30. Charles Fred White, colored was confirmed by the Senate as a boxing commissioner for Harrisburg, Pa. He was re-appointed by Governor Pinchot of Pennsylvania. Many members of the Senate feel White is one of the most competent, as well as one of the fairest men to be found. Thanks to such outstanding men as Governor Pinchot. OPENING OF A NEW STORE There is to be a big Opening Sale Friday, Febr. 5, Saturday, February 6, and Monday, February 8th at the UNITED GROCERS, corner of Seventh and State. This big grocery store is one of a chain of stores that has great buying power, hence they can sell cheaper. The management states that the stock is fresh and seasonable, and the meat department carries first class meat with Low Prices. They are extending an invitation to every one and each purchaser will receive a present. Not to know what one's race has done in former times is to continue as a child. The world's history, then, according to a distinguished man, is a "divine poem" of which the story of every nation is a canto and every man a word. The Negro as a Pioneer. The ancient African taught the world the use of iron, the most important of all metals. Negroes have a place among the Pioneers of American history. Africans were the first to visit the shores of America, according to Professor Leo Wiener of Harvard University; for he has found evidence of their influences on this continent prior to the coming of white men from Europe. It is said that Pietro Alonzo il nigro, was a pilot of the fleet of Columbus. Nuflo de Olano, a Negro was carried by Balboa in the discovery of the Pacific ocean. In the conquest of Mexico, Cortez was accompanied by a Negro, who on finding a shortage in his rations of rice, also found some grains of wheat. The Negro planted the wheat grains as an experiment and therefore become the pioneer in wheat raising in the Western Hemisphere. Negroes assisted in the exploration of Chilli, Peru and Venezuela. Estevancio, most noted of all the early Negro explorers, led expeditions of the Spaniards in Mexico and Central America. Matthew Henson, the last to appear in the role of explorer, was chosen by Commodore Peary to accompany him to the North Pole. Invention Norbert Rillieux, a Negro of Louisiana, invented the Vacuum Pan which revolutionized the refining of sugar. Benjamin Banneker, a noted astronomer and mathematician worked out one of the first series of almanacs and made the first clock produced in this country. The Negro as a Soldier. Crispus Attucks fell in the Boston Massacre in 1775. Salem Poor distinguished himself in the Battle of Charleston. Austin Dabney, displayed bravery in many skirmishes with the British and Tories in Georgia. Negro soldiers stood out with equal valor in the war of 1812. Negro soldiers came to Andrew Jackson's rescue in the Battle of New Orleans in 1814. He covered himself with glory in the Civil War. A record will always stand at Fort Waggoner, the 54th Mass: a negro regiment, stood like heroes in the midst of carnage. In the Spanish-American War, Negro bravery furnished one of the most gratifying incidents. Under General Pershing in 1916, members of the 10th cavalry and 14th infantry in Mexico displayed admirable bravery. In the World War, Negro troops made an enviable record for democracy. Negro in Art As a race we have won high honors in poetry. We produced such men as Juan Latino of Spain, Antar the Arabized African, Pushkin the father of Russian poetry, Alexander Dumas, and his son Alexander Dumas, Jr., the French dramatist of Puritanic morality. Others are Paul Lawrence Dunbar, Phyllis Wheatley, Jupiter Hammon and George M. Horton. Musicians Samuel Coleridge Taylor, Harry Burleigh, Will Marian Cook and Na- Money Value In Business. DEATHS Made Smallest Radio Receiver Rufus P. Turner, Armstrong Technical High School, has just started the operation of a broadcasting station for sermons and choir music from St. Augustine's Roman Catholic church. Turner, a colored boy, first attracted attention by making the world's smallest radio receiver, built on the shaft of an ordinary pin. $500,000 Home Built by Colored People Hot Springs, Ark., Jan. 25.—The new Woodmen of the Union, a fraternal organization, has just completed a new, handsome building, valued at half a million dollars. It occupies a whole block on Malvern street. Housed in this magnificent structure is a 100-bed hospital and music training school, 75-room bath hotel, a banking room for the Woodmen Union bank, a beautiful auditorium with a seating capacity over 2,000, printing plant that cost over $40,000. The Woodmen do over a half million dollars worth of business a year. Bishop W. Sampson Brooks Sails for America Philadelphia, Pa. Jan. 25th.—A cablegram has been received from Las Palmas from Bishop W. C. Brooks, who is stationed in Liberia, West Africa that he is sailing from Southhampton, England, en route for America. He will reach the country in time to be present at the Bishops' Council at New Orleans, where he will lay before the Bishops some very important matters relating to ecclesiastical and social conditions in West Africa. Bishop Brooks is the builder of the largest Negro school on the African West Coast.—The Morovia Normal and Industrial School. Librarians' Training School at Hampton Institute Librarians' Training School at Hampton Institute Washington, Feb. 5.—A school for the training of colored librarians has been established at Hampton Institute, Virginia, through the cooperation of the Carnegie Foundation. One year of college training is required for entrance. Paul Robeson Sings Before Philly Forum Philadelphia, Pa., Jan. 28.—Paul Robeson, who recently returned from London, appeared in a program of spirituals at the Metropolitan Opera House under the auspices of the Philadelphia Forum. With Lawrence Brown, his accompanist, they charmed the many present. Robeson has been acclaimed an actor and singer of exceptional ability, and Brown has earned for himself an enviable reputation for his work at the piano. Many of the numbers on the program were of his own arrangements. The program included such familiar numbers as "Sometimes I Feel Like a Motherless Child," "Weeping Mary," "Scandalize My Name," "Water Boy," "Nobody Knows the Troubles I See," and "No Hiding Place." ADVOCATE Achievement Since Emancipation R. B. Eleazer, Education Director of the Commission on Inter-racial Cooperation writes: "Just 60 years ago, on Dec. 18, 1865, the Thirteenth Amendment to the Federal Constitution was adopted making slavery unconstitutional in the United States. The Emancipation Proclamation was issued Jan. 1, 1863, but since it applied only to persons then held as slaves in the States 'in rebellion' and even excepted certain areas in some of those States, the real freedom of the Negro dates from the adoption of the Thirteenth Amendment. "When freed in 1855, American Negroes owned 12,000 homes and operated 20,000 farms. Now they own 700,000 homes and operate 1,000,000 farms. Then they conducted 2,100 businesses; now they conduct 70,000. Meantime their aggregate wealth has increased from $20,000,000 to 2,000,000,000. In 1924, there were 72 Negro banks with $6,250,000 capital, $20,000,000 of resources and an annual business of $100,000,000. "Thirty-five Negro life insurance companies report $20,000,000 of insurance in force on the lives of 1,100,000 persons. These companies have 8,000 employees and are wholly capitalized and managed by Negroes. One of these companies, the North Carolina Mutual, has more than $42,000,000 of insurance in force. "There are in the United States 47,000 Negro churches with 5,000,000 mmebers and 46,000 Sunday Schools enrolling 3,000,000 pupils. Members of the colored churches contribute annually $550,000 to home and foreign missions. "Negroes have contributed nearly $350,000 toward the erection of colored Y. M. C. A. buildings in fourteen cities. "In 1865, 90 per cent of the Negroes were illiterate, now about 20 per cent. Then there were 100,000 There are in the United States about 10,000 Negro college graduates. The degree of philosophy has been awarded to twenty-nine Negroes by American universities. Sixty have been elected to membership in the Phi Beta Kappa scholarship fraternity. "The Negro is not a menace to America. He has proven himself worthy of confidence. He only needs unnecessary barriers removed and a chance to demonstrate that under God he is a man and can play a man's part." Arrest Three Three, men, Arnold Oliver, 1220 Ann, Robert Dixon, 1316 Armstrong, and Frank Sample, 552 Harrison street, Kansas City, Mo., were arrested and charged with an attempt at taking a car belonging to T. J. Cornfort, 837 Barnett. It is thought this trio could be connected with several recent car thefts. The bond for each is $1,000, in default of the same they were returned to jail. Their trial was held in police court. Celebrates 45 Years of Married Life Celebrates 45 Years of Married Life Brooklyn, Jan. 25th. Bishop and Mrs. J. Albert Johnson celebrated their forty-fifth marriage anniversary on last Sunday having a family reunion in this city where Dr. Roland S. Johnson, one of the city's successful physicians nad son of Bishop and Mrs. Johnson entertained his father and mother. Bishop Johnson is a Canadian by birth, was elected bishop of the A. M. E. church in 1908 and spent 8 years in the South Africa. He is now presiding over Maryland, Virginia, District of Columbia and North Carolina. Birmingham Woman Held in Registration Dispute; Department of Justice on Hand Stands on Rights as American Citizen—Says "Routine" Was Nothing But Red Tape to Keep Negroes From Voting Birmingham, Ala., Jan. 28.—"I am a free born citizen of America and by the 14th amendment of the U. S. constitution I shall not be denied the right to vote because of race, color, or sex, and I will not leave until I have been registered." These words, spoken in a decisive voice by Mrs. Indiana Little, prominent in local circles at the office of the county registrar, L. K. Brown, led to her arrest on a charge of vagrancy and resisting an officer, and precipitated a sensation among Negoes here. Mrs. Little headed a delegation of 25 race people, mostly women, who demanded that they be allowed to register as voters and be issued a certificate of registration immediately. Brown declined to accept their registration until he had examined registration papers filled out by them in accordance with election laws. The women claimed that these methods were only red tape to keep us from voting." Mrs. Little was placed under appearance and peace bonds. The arrest of Mrs. Little brought to light the fact that Department of Justice agents from Washington had been in Birmingham for a week or more making investigation into the method of registering voters. A complaint had been made to the Department it was said. An attached report to have said that agents of the Department of Justice had called for information within the past week. Some Negro Voters Register On Tuesday, it is said, that quite a large number of Negroes made application for registration at the office of the county registrar, following the incident of Monday which resulted in the arrest of Mrs. Little. According to attaches of the election commissioner's office Negroes made out applications Tuesday and filled out the necessary blanks and followed the usual routine in an orderly manner. On Tuesday, it is said, that groes made application for re county registrar, following the sulted in the arrest of Mrs. of the election commissionerplications Tuesday and filled followed the usual routine in When it became known the ing registration procedure he issued a statement in which corded the same treatment in tificates. A number of Ne cants are required to pass a they are qualified and it was disagreement with the group Monday." When it became known that federal agents were observing registration procedure here, it is said county registrar issued a statement in which he said. "All persons are accorded the same treatment in applying for registration certificates. A number of Negro voters registered. Applicants are required to pass a certain intelligence test before they are qualified and it was this farrier that caused the disagreement with the group of Negroes and the clerks Monday." Perry Took Negro to Pole Because He Was Efficient Perry Took Negro to Pole Because He Was Efficient Chicago, Jan. 30, (Special).—Captain Donald McMillan, famous Arctic explorer, broadcasting from WJAZ., the Zenith Radio Station Straus building, Chicago, Thursday evening, January 21, 1926, his lecture showing why Rear Admiral Robert E. Perry reached the North Pole in April, 1909, says: "Admiral Perry has been criticised for not taking a white man with him to the pole, but taking instead, two Eskimos and the Colored man, Matt Henson." "During Peary's 18 years effort to reach the Pole, Matt Henson accompanied him on every expedition. He is one of the best dog team drivers in the world today." "Some of our men, dog teams and sledges of food were dropped every twenty-five miles to constitute a supply station for Perry's return trip from the Pole. I went with the expedition to a point within 150 miles of the Pole, and when it was found that supplies could be taken for only two men besides the Eskimos in their last lap to the Pole, Peary made the decision and picked the fittest man. There is another answer to it. Matt Henson was his choice because he was the best man in the party. Admiral Peary showed no racial discrimination but chose the fittest man for the extremely hard and hazardous job of making those long marches in a temperature 60 below zero." Matt Henson is the only living civilized man who has been to the North Pole. He has added another pinnicle of achievement or wealth of glory to the progress of the Race. --- at quite a large number of Negregation at the office of the incident of Monday which re-Little. According to attaches its office Negroes made out ap- out the necessary blanks and an orderly manner. at federal agents were observere, it is said county registrar he said. "All persons are ac- applying for registration cergro voters registered. Applic certain intelligence test before this farrier that caused the up of Negroes and the clerks Colored People Open Bank Philadelphia, Pa., Jan 25.—(By The Associated Negro Press)—More than five hundred stockholders gathered in person or by proxy this week in the building of the Citizens & Southern Bank & Trust Company, and organized for the purpose of starting a new trust company. The secretary of the trust company reported that the entire capital stock of $156,250 had been collected and paid in, and that the board of directors had agreed to take over the business of the Citizens' and Southern Banking Company, including some five thousand depositors and the business accumulations of five years. The Citizens' and Southern Bank and Trust Company is the first organization of its kind established by Negroes in the north. The president is Major R. R. Wrght, senior, and the secretary-treasurer, his son R. R. Wright, junior, editor of the Christian Recorder. A campaign is soon to be launched to increase the institution's deposits by $1,000,000. Major Wright, president of the company, was born in slavery. Bishop Heard, one of the directors was also once a slave. Most of the stockholders of the concern are southerners who have come to Philadelphia in late years. The board of directors, outside of those already named, includes: E. W. Thornton, Frank Hopkins, E. Washington Rhoades, W. Sampson Brooks, Edwin B. Maynard, William Newman, J. H. Irwin, R. H. Shirley, Andrew J. Hemmons, J. G. Neely, J. Albert Johnson, W. S. Scarborough, C. G. Collins, J. T. Seth, J. S. Caldwell and J. R. Evans. --- PAGE TWO ( @ by Short Story Pub. Co.) MY NAME is Imogen Diller, and I am twenty-five years old. The reader will, per- haps, understand more read- ly from this statement the confession I am about to make. Being a woman, I am naturally a believer in dreams. I think I never knew a woman who was entirely free from this mild form of superstition. And being compar- atively young—as life is estimated nowadays—I am romantic. I was twenty-two when my heart first began to hunger for sympathy, for appreciation, for affection. How natural, how inevitable, is this period in a girl's life history! It is a condition as normal as the unfolding of a bud. And equally natural, I think, are her little innocent instinctive glirish devices for rendering herself beautiful in dress and manner, her love for going into company—there to meet the rank and file of those from whom must be recruited her possible prince. She shines in looks, in thoughts, in words, in actions, with the glow of that hardly acknowledged desire within her breast—the desire for the true, manly love which she feels that she can so opulent repay. If the world only knew! It laughs at girls who are dying for unattained love. It would weep could it see into their hearts. So terrible is it to feel youth slipping away, and with it that hope for which, by the decree of God, most women live. It was one day, soon after I had passed my twenty-third birthday, that a terrible thought came to me—the thought that I should be over the hill of youth in a little while, and going down the other side; that the hope I had silently cherished, which I had never as yet considered impossible, might soon be a lessening one. I cannot tell what flood of depression overwhelmed me. All that day, and far into the night, my soul cried out to God for the precious gift without which my life would mean nothing. Among my dreams that night, when at last I slept, there was one that visited me twice, and seemed to be, in a vague way, an answer to my passionate prayer. I saw myself standing on a bare hillside, whose slope was black with shadow. In the midst of the gloom I raised my hands, something white came floating down out of the clouds. It looked like a wreath of snowy flowers; but as it drifted slowly down, and settled in my outstretched hands, I saw that it was a necklace of little white bells. I put the bells about my neck, and illuminated the hill, and I awoke. Twice, I say, this dream came to me, once in the middle of the night, and once just before waking in the morning. As I opened my eyes in the real sunlight, the dream seemed so actual and so vivid, that I clutched my bosom, thinking to catch the bells before they melted away. As I considered the vision, I said to myself, "There is a hint in this dream worth heeding. Hitherto I have neglected personal adornment, thinking that Love must indeed be blind. If he cannot see beyond the surface glitter of that which is foreign even to the physical person. But it may be that Love is not blind, only wandering of sight. Does, perhaps, something crude, glittering, conspicuous, catch his eye, and draw it whither it may discover the better thing that lies behind? I will see!" Every girl knows perfectly well the kind and amount of her own personal attraction. I know what people called me—what I was: "Not exactly pretty, but stately, impressive; a matronly girl, of the Dutch madonna type." Such a type is not generally winsome. It is too quiet. Men will jostle a madonna who stands between them and a coryphee. Yet, if the madonna could only fascinate and attract them at first sight, as the coryphee does, how much more they would admire and love her! It is all a question of initial fascination. With some such idea eddying through my mind, I went to a famous firm of manufacturing jewelers, and gave them a novel commission—to make me a necklace of ivory bells. I bade them spare no expense; to make the ornament the most exquisite thing that art could devise; no material to be used but the finest, most transparent ivory; the bells to be perfect and complete in every detail, even to the tiny, vibrant tongues; and all united by a chain of polished ivory links. "Even if the dream prove in no sense prophetic," I thought, "it has given me the idea of an absolutely unique ornament. I shall not be notified when I wear it." Two thousand dollars was the cost of my necklace. I am not wealthy, but I am by no means poor. I could pay the money, and I did. Immediately a new experience came into my life. I became a center of admiration! Hitherto, with other quiet, inconspicuous girls, I had been comparatively unnoticed in company. But from the first occasion when I appeared wearing my necklace of ivory bells, I was ringed about with admirers. And the most intoxicating part of it was that I really could not determine whether the ivory bells were the sole attraction, or whether they had called out and emphasized some actual personal charm that made me admirable. I do not remember that a word was ever said to me in society about the ornament; society is too conventionally polite for that. But I wondered, especially when the men thronged about me, whether they were looking at the exquisite workmanship of the bells, or at the girl who wore them. It was during this brief season of social triumph that a revelation came to me, which accounted, in large part, for my disquietude of a year past. The prince had come! Indeed, he had been near me for a long time, and I had not known that I loved him. He was a silent man, a poet—some called him a dreamer. He went into society, not for pleasure's sake, but that he might study human nature; for the same reason that he went into the lumber camps of the North, and the slums of the great cities. The first time he came to me, at the dull tinkle of the ivory bells, I felt an almost overpowering desire to stretch out my strong young arms and sweep from before me all the simmering circle on whose outskirts he stood. Then, for an instant—and the only time I can remember, until the strange thing happened—he looked into my eyes, and I became as a child before him. Afterwards, as often as he came near me, such a rapturous thrill ran through all my being that I could scarcely keep from crying out. Yet he alone, of all the hovering circle, seemed most interested, not in me, but in the ivory bells. I continually caught him studying them; and the thought maddened me, that he, whose love meant all the world to me, admired only the ornament upon my neck. One summer evening there was a grand ball given at an out-of-town villa. He and I were there, with a great company of the gayest of the city's gay. As usual, I wore my ivory bells, and, as usual, those who admired them, or me—I could not tell which—gathered around me. As the stifling night wore on, and dance followed dance, I grew faint and weary, and felt as if I must have a breath of heaven's pure air. As I moved toward the wide-open French windows, from which one could step upon the veranda, the poet crossed my path. He stopped and I saw that his eyes were fixed upon the ivory bells. Much as I loved him, I could almost have smitten him then! He spoke:— "Are you going out for a breath of fresh air, Mademoiselle Diller? So was I. May I have the honor of accompanying you?" The honor! My soul surged within me. I was about to return some stereotyped refusal, when the thought came to me: "Is not this the hour of fate? Yes! I will prove to myself, this night, that it is the ivory bells alone he cares for." So I put my hand upon his arm, and together we went out into the night. Oh, that beautiful, soft night! Could a thousand years blot out its memory? The stars twinkling so purely in the blue-black sky; the restful sighing of the trees; the patter of a fountain near by; the music floating out across the shrubbery. "Let us go down by the lake," my companion said; "there we may rest and enjoy the coolness." Down the terraces we went, arm in arm. There was a trembling between us. I could not tell whether my hand wavered upon his arm, or his arm shook under my hand. But when we reached the little artificial lake, I sank upon a bench, and he, standing a little aside, stood before me. Some gaudy lanterns, not far away, cast a faint glow over us. The silence grew oppressive. I felt his eyes upon the ivory bells. Suddenly my spirit rose to the level of its purpose. I started up, withdrawing a little, and snatched the glistening circlet from my neck. The next instant it was flashing in the crystal water of the lake, sinking so slowly that it seemed to hang suspended in the tide, like the golden goblet that the poet saw from the bridge at midnight. Then I looked at my poet, and all of life trembled upon that instant. Oh, gracious heaven! His eyes were fixed, not upon the sinking bauble, but upon my face. Love had passed the crucial test. At that supreme moment something like rushing darkness came over me, something with roaring wings, as of a great bird. I fainted from the awful stress; but even as I sank, I felt my lover's arms encircle me. I have confessed. For me the world is made new, and all things in it. My poet smiles, as I read him what I have written about the ivory bells. He declares that he never saw them in his life until they flashed from my hand, that night, into the lake. If he seemed to look upon them, he swears it was because he dared not lift his eyes to the soul that burned in mine. The light had slain him, except it had been of love. Possible to Plate Rubber S. E. Sheppard, an American chemist, has discovered an electro-chemical method whereby rubber may be plated much as gold, silver and other metals. This process promises to make possible the production of seamless rubber rain coats and other articles of rubber which in the past have had to be made in pieces and then cemented together. Oranges From China Oranges were first brought to Europe from China by the Portuguese in 1547. An orange tree was planted in the garden of a nobleman near Lisbon, and it continued to bear fruit for generations. THE KANSAS CITY ADVOCATE A PERSONAL SERVICE—HUMAN CONSIDERATION YOU GET MORE THAN YOU PAY FOR—ASK ANYBODY Whether you are a first-child or a fifteenth does not affect your chances of greatness, according to Dr. Wilhelmina E. Key, who recently reported to the Eugenics Research association the results of her statistical studies of eminent persons. Doctor Key wanted to learn if there was any scientific basis for the popular notion that the eldest child has the best chance of obtaining prominence. She studied the family records of many famous Americans, from Alexander Hamilton to Augustus Saint Gaudens and Mark Twain, and her conclusions were that the order of birth in a family has nothing to do with their achieving fame. James Fenlmore Cooper was the eleventh of twelve children. General Sherman came in the middle of a large family. Doctor Key's studies seemed to indicate that the regular law of averages was at work when it came to position in family and in world affairs.-Hygeia Magazine. Tattooed Chinks in Dread Consternation reigns in the native city of Shanghai, China, because of an order issued by Col. Yen Tsung-yang, acting commander of martial law, that all men bearing certain tattoo marks are to be arrested. Just what the marks are no Chinese seems to know. Hence the alarm. But the order has brought a repetition of conditions that existed a year ago when tattoos indicating membership in some secret society were banned. Now hundreds of innocent Chinese are inflicting great pain upon themselves by trying to remove tattoos with acids and by scraping their flesh with knives. A Half-Stew A North side man tells this one: "I was downtown on a recent Sunday evening and, seeing an oyster sign on a restaurant window, I decided a stew would be just about what I wanted at that moment. "Going inside, I said to the waltress: 'A half-stew, please.' "When the steaming plate reached me I saw that the girl had certainly brought me a 'half-stew,' as six halves were floating about instead of six whole oysters."—Indianaapolis News Radio Automat An enterprising Chicago store management has installed a self-service radio department where customers may select parts for their sets at their leisure. Placards indicate clearly the price of each object and the purchase money is dropped into small glass boxes with slotted tops. The only attendant is a girl who makes change for the patrons. The plan is said to increase the pleasure of buying and of course the customers are on their honor to deposit correct amounts. Two of a Kind He—Ah, I wish I had some of the cakes my mother used to bake for me! She—And I wish I had some of the dresses my father used to buy for me! Sheffield Telegraph. Dream of a Dress Dream or a Dress "Why do you refer to your new dress as a 'perfect dream'?" "Because," answered Miss Cayenne, "It is beautiful and yet so slight in material fabric." Missouri's Place Missouri ranks as the fifth state in agricultural importance, the sixth in population and the ninth in wealth. IN MERRY MOOD For the Good of Trade "Who originated football?" "I can't recall the surgeon's name." Conditional Caller—Is Mrs. Blank at home? Green Girl—If you're for the bridge party, she is; if you ain't, she ain't. Adverse Publicity "Why did Gentry give up politics?" "No newspaper would denounce him." Loves to Tell It The kind of company misery loves is the listening kind.—Boston Trans- cript. Insomnia "Aven't slept for days." "Whatsa matter? Feelin' crook?" "No. I sleep at night." Don't Ask Him Dick—"Where did you go on your motor tour?" Dennis—"Gosh! I don't know. I was driving the car!" The Complete Agnostic "Is there anything at all you're sure of?" "I'm sure I don't know." Worth More "Why do you ask more for sawing off a limb than you did last year?" "I am now a tree surgeon." In These Days "Why don't you care for that young lady?" The Reason Blake—What makes that police- man so fat? Drake—Too much traffic jam. His Viewpoint "Darling, I love you in that dress." "Why?" "I just finished paying for it." Guaranteed Customer—Have you any eggs that have no chickens in them? Grocer—Yes, ma'am; duck eggs. Overcoming Tuberculosis Tuberculosis in the Irish Free State is gradually lessening, statistics show. In 1919 one in about every seventy of the population was affected by some form of the disease, while in 1923 the proportion had diminished to about one in every ninety. The decrease in deaths from all forms of tuberculosis in five years was 1,371. In 1923 the tuberculosis death rate was 1.41 a 1,000. Tribute Paid to Cats In the city of Osaka a Buddhist service was lately held to console the spirits of the thousands of cats whose lives had been sacrificed that their skins might be used in making the "samisen," a banjo-like musical instrument much used by the gelsha girls of Japan. Experienced Counsel — The cross-examination didn't seem to worry you. Have you had any experience in that line? Client—Married three times.—Nutton Zephyr. PRIZE GN HEADQUARTERS Phone Drexel 0424 M. to 8 P. M. Phone Fairfax 2232 Phone Fairfax 0260 KANSAS FLORAL CO. Celestia Graves, Florist Christmas Novelties and Decorations POINSETTAS 75 CENTS UP Cut and Artificial Flowers, Pot Plants, Funearl Designs a Specialty 2005 North 5th St.—5th and Troup Kansas City, Kansas Residence, 1239 State Avenue, Phone Fifield 0861W Office Hours 9:30 a.m. to 12—2 to 5; 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. ALL PATIENTS BY APPOINTMENT OFFICE PHONE—DREXEL 1258 Dr. J.H. 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The reversible wrap for evening is sald to have received the approval of Paris, and one finds this mode adopted by the smartest American women. It has many interpretations. Sometimes lame is used for the outer side, with velvet for the lining, while quite as often fur lines a wrap fashioned of rich metal brocade or supple velvet in a glowing shade. The combination of velvet with metallic brocade is most successful and appears again and again in the models shown by the best houses. N. B. ROBINSON LAUNDRY COMPANY Prompt, Efficient Service Office and Residence 333 Quindaro Blvd. Phone Fairfax 1174 N. B. Robinson, Mgr. Washington, Jan. 25.—"I am for the enforcement of all the Constitution," once remarked a Republican congressman who, a year later, when the occasion demanded affirmative action, arose from his seat in the U. S. House of Representatives and actively engaged in a spirited defense of certain benefit and emoluments which his party had always endeavored to provide for the Negroes of America. Just a few years previously to the event, Hon. William Howard Taft, while a professor in Yale university, had said: "A citizen who is in favor of the enforcement of only the laws for which he has voted, and in the principle and wisdom of which he agrees, is not a law-abiding citizen of a democracy. He has something of the autocratic spirit. He is willing to govern, but not he governed. He is not willing to play the game according to the rules of the game." At the junction of these two simply stated doctrines—one announced by a member of Congress and the other by a former president of the United States, is where the political crossroads of the two major parties of America meet, but do not merge. The Republican party, striving for the preservation of the Constitution in its entirety, and the Democratic party striving to have the great federal voice and authority of the people—a voice which is heard only through the ballot box—delegate to itself certain excepted rights and doctrines of the most extreme type of group selfishness. Without precedent, without intention, and without any single tradition which has descended from the frames of the Constitution, the democratic wing of the American citizenry still lays its moral and legal obligations upon the table, grasps at the straw of individual rights, and vainly seeks to reassert those principles which American voters have so often overwhelmingly rejected time and time again. As to this constitutional aspect of party principles, even a well known Democratic congressman of Texas, said only last Saturday, in the U. S. House of Representatives: "It advises Americans that they have the right to disobey the Constitution, when they feel hat it involves no moral issue and they feel that it is no violation of their individual conscience, which is a dangerous doctrine." Negro Democrats who aspire to the protection and conscience of the Democratic party would do well to remember that to them and their people the Constitution is the great charter of liberty which specially includes them in its guaranties. ADVOCATE OFFICE 516 MINNESOTA AVE. (Up Stairs) PHONE DREXEL 0124 Kansas City Advocate PAGE THREE Standing of Contestants UP UNTIL WEDNESDAY, FEB. 3, 1926 Second Period ends Feb.6,8 P.M. Then there is a reduction in vote values for subscriptions WHO WILL GET THE HUDSON? "The one that gets out and hustles." It is within the grasp of each one. The one that works the hardest is generally the winner. Just think, a "Big Handsome Hudson Coach" given away February 20th. How the winner will enjoy it! You can drive to St. Louis in 8 Hours. You can drive from St. Louis to Chicago in 8 hours. With a Hudson you can go faster, for it sails through the air. You can help your favorite contestant win the car if you will THE KANSAS CITY ADVOCATE THOMAS KENNEDY, Editor and Proprietor. THOS. KNAPPER Associate Editor 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. GEORGE WASHINGTON If he was such a reprobate, as some would have us at this late day believe, how did he become "First in war, first in peace, and first in the hearts of his countrymen." He was a first class fighting man. He never showed his back to the best fighting country of his time. On retiring from the presidency, (not grudgingly, but voluntarily and against the urgent wishes of his countrymen) he laid down a policy that has made this country what it is and any departure from that policy will bring upon this country the fate that awaited Sparta for straying from the policy of Lycurgus. If he was such a reprobate, a day believe, how did he become the first in the hearts of his countrying man. He never showed his of his time. On retiring from but voluntarily and against the w he laid down a policy that has no any departure from that policy fate that awaited Sparta for strai Now if the Father of his cou let's train a crop of present day THE GO Under the caption, "American Kansan commented editorially, M can newspapers maintain office enormous expense. Stating that news as meets their approval, 'c policies, leaving out news which emphasizing that calculated to he Chicago Tribune's editorial thus London papers, depict, is the A madness and the movies. You m never guess that there is a face man." Aye, there's the rub. It d That's the complaint of Negroes, to the expense of having their o dailies for a month and never gu familiar with the intricacies of the form any other operation save a white gentleman shot another w coming down the court house ste that. The assailant's brother c such remark as, "My brother h beaten over the head four years a such a reprobate, as some would have did he become "First in war, first of his countrymen." He was a never showed his back to the best in retiring from the presidency, and against the urgent wishes of policy that has made this country from that policy will bring upon Sparta for straying from the po- Father of his country was such a of present day Americans on the Now if the Father of his country was such a bad man morally, let's train a crop of present day Americans on those same Morals. THE GORED OX. caption, "American Newspapers are edited editorially, Monday, on why we must maintain offices in European cities. Stating that European paper their approval, 'coloring the news out news which might hurt the汁计 calculated to help them," the K's editorial thus: "For example, a depict, is the America of crime the movies. You might read them, but there is a factory in our court is the rub. It depends upon whataint of Negroes. That's why NO of having their own papers. Your truth and never guess that there is the intricasies of the English language operation save crime. Why then shot another white gentleman in the court house steps. The Negro or plant's brother conducted the offence. "My brother hasn't been himself, head four years ago by some Negro Under the caption, "American Newspapers and others," the Kansan commented editorially, Monday, on why the great American newspapers maintain offices in European capitals at such enormous expense. Stating that European papers print only such news as meets their approval, 'coloring the news to suit their own policies, leaving out news which might hurt their policies, and emphasizing that calculated to help them," the Kansan.quotes the Chicago Tribune's editorial thus: "For example the America, the London papers, depict, is the America of crime, divorce, money madness and the movies. You might read them for a month and never guess that there is a factory in our country or a learned man." Aye, there's the rub. It depends upon whose ox is gored. That's the complaint of Negroes. That's why Negroes have to go to the expense of having their own papers. You might read the dailies for a month and never guess that there is a Negro that is familiar with the intricacies of the English language or can perform any other operation save crime. Why the other day one white gentleman shot another white gentleman as the latter was coming down the court house steps. The Negro was dragged into that. The assailant's brother conducted the offense with some such remark as, "My brother hasn't been himself since he was beaten over the head four years ago by some Negroes." ECONOMIC INDEPENDENCE I peoples according to the history attain three ideals: s liberty. freedom. Nations and peoples according to the history of civilization have striven to attain three ideals: 1. Religious liberty. 1. Religious liberty. 2. Political freedom. 3. Economic independence. In the past the Negro has given most attention to the first as evidenced by the numerous churches that he owns. The second he has temporarily, at least, laid aside. The last of this trinity of ideals, which really supports the other two, has not seriously arrested his interest. In the past the Negro has given as evidenced by the numerous chieves he has temporarily, at least, laid aside ideals, which really supports the rested his interest. Economic progress is, of course; the building of wealth and The Negro has been thwarted than the one so excellently emplied Bishop Ransom at Philadelphia. has developed, that is the only the far off belief that some day he other has worked for and developed to take the trouble to build. The playthings and inviting the Negro Negroes out of work. One illustration reveals the Poro-Malone and Mr. Overton has that employs thousands. Well n where Negroes live boasts a loot other fellow doesn't do it that war four great packing companies in government has a time in keeping the state, much less every large city, be such an army of employes and At the Negro has given most attention the numerous churches that he overly, at least, laid aside. The last really supports the other two, has a last. Progress is, of course, dependent on saving of wealth and the conserving has been thwarted in this field by excellently emphasized in his report at Philadelphia. The idea that what is the only thing for another is that some day he will enjoy to use for and developed, and consequent to build. The other fellow is inviting the Negro out of his yard work. Action reveals the first idea. Mme. and Mr. Overton have built a trembling thousands. Well nigh every hamlet alive boasts a local hair products can't do it way. For instance, long companies in this entire country come in keeping them from merging, every large city, has a packing plant of employees and such peerless p Economic progress is, of course, dependent upon two processes; the building of wealth and the conserving of the same. The Negro has been thwarted in this field by two ideas other than the one so excellently emphasized in his recent address by Bishop Ransom at Philadelphia. The idea that whatever a Negro has developed, that is the only thing for another Negro to do and the far off belief that some day he will enjoy to the full what the other has worked for and developed, and consequently its no use to take the trouble to build. The other fellow is taking up his playthings and inviting the Negro out of his yard daily. Look at Negroes out of work. One illustration reveals the first idea. Mme. Walker, Mme. Poro-Malone and Mr. Overton have built a tremendous business, that employs thousands. Well nigh every hamlet in this country, where Negroes live boasts a local hair products business. The other fellow doesn't do it that way. For instance, there are about four great packing companies in this entire country and the government has a time in keeping them from merging. Suppose every state, much less every large city, has a packing plant; would there be such an army of employes and such peerless products? BETHEL, KANSAS Mr. Howard Betteis, of Edwardsville, was here on business durnig the week. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Richards, Mrs. Perninah Thompson, Misses Blanche Henderson, and Beulah Betteis, visited at Horanif Sunday, where they were guests at a dinner given by Mr. and Mrs. Demas Wilkins. Mr. and Mrs. Fred Garret, narrowly escaped serious injury Thursday evening, when a wagon in which they were driving, was struck by a motor car and almost demolished. Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Dunn was in Kansas City, Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. Carl Crockett are staying at the home of their parents, Mr. and Mrs. Thornton Crockett, during the winter. Quarterly meeting will be held Sun- THE WEEKLY ANNOUNCER OF FIRST A. M. E. CHURCH THE WEEKLY ANNOUNCER OF FIRST A. M. E. CHURCH J. B. ISAACS, 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 This historic congregation has the distinction of having the oldest Sunrise Prayer Band of any church in the city. This Prayer Band has been organized for twenty-seven years and in that time there has not been a Sunday morning that one or more persons did not gather and have prayer between the hours of 5 and 7 o'clock. Some of the members who were in the organization of this prayer band are in attendance each Sunday morning. One member has the distinction of not missing but one Sunday in 7 has some would have us at this late "First in war, first in peace, and men." He was a first class fight-back to the best fighting country the presidency, (not grudgingly, urgent wishes of his countrymen) made this country what it is and will bring upon this country the lying from the policy of Lycurgus. Entry was such a bad man morally, Americans on those same Morals. RED OX. Can Newspapers and others," the Monday, on why the great Ameries in European capitals at such European papers print only such coloring the news to suit their own might hurt their policies, and help them," the Kansan.quotes the: "For example the America, the America of crime, divorce, money might read them for a month and story in our country or a learned depends upon whose ox is gored. That's why Negroes have to go own papers. You might read the guess that there is a Negro that is the English language or can percrime. Why the other day one white gentleman as the latter was ups. The Negro was dragged into conducted the offense with some hasn't been himself since he was ago by some Negroes." given most attention to the firsturches that he owns. The secondaside. The last of this trinity of the other two, has not seriouslyarrourse, dependent upon two ground the conserving of the same. And in this field by two ideas otherhasized in his recent address by The idea that whatever a Negro thing for another Negro to do and he will enjoy to the full what theoped, and consequently its no use the other fellow is taking up hisso out of his yard daily. Look at first idea. Mme. Walker, Mme. have built a tremendous business,high every hamlet in this country,real hair products business. Theay. For instance, there are aboutthis entire country and the governfrom merging. Suppose everyhas a packing plant; would thereid such peerless products? day Feb. 7, at Zion Chapel, A. M. E. church. The ladies of the church gave a social at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Walkers' Saturday evening. Mr. Joseph Crockett is spending a few weeks with friends in Kansas City. The Sunday school of the Oak Ridge Baptist church was well attended Sunday in spite of the inclement weather. The Superintendent Mr. Geo. Dunn, and his corps of efficient teachers are putting forth every effort to make the school what they wish for it. Sunday there will be installation ceremonies of the various auxilliaries and church clubs, that are to function during the year; Our sick this week includes Mrs. Rhoda Spruel, Mrs. Perninah Thompson, Mrs. Mary Lampkin, and Mr. Kemp Turner. THE KANSAS CITY ADVOCATE years and that only on account of death in family. This church also lays claim to having the largest number of class leaders of any church in the two cities. Fifty class leaders look after fifteen hundred members. These fifty class leaders represent the highest type of christian men and women and measured by what ever standard of measurement, church loyalty, church attendance, service rendered or by the lives they live. They stand unexcelled by any other officiary of the church. This church is sponsoring the only troop of Boy Scouts in our city of our race, Troop 11. This troop will attend the eleven o'clock services of this church next Sunday in a body. It being Boy Scout Sunday all over the United States. Two troop flags will be presented by the pastor, Rev. Isaacs. The Class Leaders Council of Greater Kansas City, will meet Thursday night, Feb. 11th at the First A. M. E. church. Installation of officers and a public demonstration of class testimony and class leading will be given. This will be exceptionally interesting to class leaders who desire to become more efficient in their work. Rev. Isaacs will address the council on "What a Class leader is to a well organized church." The public is cordially nivited. A Kentucky Oyster supper will be ready after the meeting in the basement. METROPOLITAN TEMPLE NOTES After a spiritual sunrise prayer meeting and a large Sunday school at 11 a. m., another large congregation assembled to hear God's word preached. Pastor Bronson preached intelligently and spiritually on the origin of the Sabbath and why the Lord's Day is now reverenced as our Sunday. In part he said: "We celebrate Easter Sunday in a wonderful way once a year because Christ arose on that day; but in reality we celebrate His resurrection once every week on our Sabbath or Sunday." It was a fervent sermon and many true Christians acquiesced by praising God. At 6 p. m. the B. Y. P. U. had a large audience and the Juniors rendered a short playlet. It was good. At 8 p. m. Rev. Robinson, one of the young preachers preached a good sermon and many praised him. Next Sunday, February 7, Pastor Bronson will preach special sermons and baptise and administer Sacrament at night. All are invited. He also wants 200 men or more after morning service. Come to Metropolitan. All saints and sinners are welcome. EIGHTH STREET CHRISTIAN CHURCH The superintendent of the Bible school thanks the men's Bible class for the new electric bells that have been installed in the auditorium of the church and the assembly room of the church. A new hat was presented to Professor Moss by the school Sunday morning. This was an expression of appreciation for the valuable services that he has given us in helping to build our Bible school while on his stay in this city. He is leaving to do field work throughout the United States. Prof. Moss comes to us as a Bible School expert and the Superintendent of Religious Education for Negroes of the U. S. A. Every Thursday evening at 8 o'clock the training for service class meets in the basement fo the church. Come and enjoy these wholesome lessons. Miss Deetsy Blackburn, National Elementary Superintendent, is the instructor. There are many adult classes throut the country but we feel proud to know that we have a regular organized men's class with its officers and members wearing the national button, which is a white center with a red background. This class is not merely a group of men to discuss their local affairs but organized to obtain a definite goal. At present, the class is studying "The Art of Winning Folks" by Charles Darsie. The following men joined the class Sunday: Leonard Gilchrist, Ernest Scott, Virgil Frye, Lehman Walker, and Joe Willis. There are twenty-six in the class. Elder L. H. Crawford and choir visited the St. James Chapel on the Paseo, Sunday afternoon. He preached a splendid sermon and all were pleased to hear him: Monday, February 1, 1926, was devoted to stewardship rallies at the 24th and Woodland Ave. church. The purpose of these rallies was to explain the work of the U. C. M. S. and its relation to our National Convention. The theme of the discussions was stewardship. We were urged to raise our National apportionment or some of the great work would have to be curtailed. This is a challenge for you and I. Members pay your dollar—Dale Bougess. MASON MEMORIAL M. E. CHURCH 9TH AND OAKLAND Sunday school met at the usual hour 9:30 a.m. was nicely attended at 10:45 A.M. the junior church was blessed with a fifteen minute talk from the pastor which is always good. At 11 A.M. Dr. Stripling filled the pulpit. He delivered a great sermon to his audience. Subject, "A Bunch of Keys". The Holy Spirit was present while he talked. At 7:30 he delivered another splendid sermon. Subject, "Casting". Come and hear this great Godsent man. If you stay away you will miss a treat. You are always welcome. Junior League at 5:30 P.M. every Sunday. Epworth League at 6:30 P. H. Had a wonderful discussion after which a short program rendered by the league. Mr. L. M. Hayes gave us a treat with a violin solo accompanied by Mr. Brown. Instrumental solo by Olivia Scales. Short address by the President, Mrs. Lindsey. Offical Board every Monday evening at 7:30 P. M. Choir rehearsal, Tuseday evening, at 7:30 P. M. Prayer meeting, Wednesday evening at 7:30 P. M. Class meeting, Friday evening at 7:30 P. M. On February 7, Dr. Franklin, our district Superintendent will be with us we are expecting a high day all members are expected to be present. Friends and visitors are invited. Dr. Franklin whom we all know is an able speaker and master in the pulpit. Come and hear him. BIBLE CLASS Metropolitan Men's Bible Class has increased its membership to twenty-six members. Sunday, January 31, new members, Bros. Ernest Wyatt, Wm. Wyatt, Dr. J. M. Gill, H. Parker. P. G. Smith, O. H. Pennington and E. W. Branchcomb. This Class, an auxiliary of the Sunday School work, is a separate organization and opens its doors to every one who wishes to come and be with us. Dr. Bronson is indeed giving us some real information on some of the fundamental teachings of the Scriptures relative to creation versus the opinion for scientific workers. Visitors always welcome. PLEASANT GREEN BAPTIST CHURCH Men's day was observed all day at our church and was a glorious success in evrey way. A large appreciativ eongregation filled the auditorium for all services. Too much praise cannot be given the Men's Chorus, the Southern Melody Makers, Red Rose; and Radio Four quartets for rendition of such excellent music. The Sunflower club will serve dinner at the residence of Mrs. Foy, 412 Nebraska Ave. The "Bible Study" conducted by Rev. Frazier is progressing nicely. It meets weekly on Friday evening at 7:30. TRINITY INSTITUTIONAL A. M. E. CHURCH Rev. Wm. Winston, Pastor. Our moning service is growing in numbers and interest. A large congregation assembled to witness our new service that has been installed by the pastor. The choir rendered splendid service. Rev. Meddow of Missouri worshipped with us and preached the evening sermon. One person joined the church. The Church Extension Department of the A. M. E. church, Washington, D. C. has sent Careys Chapel five hundred dollars to be paid to Trinity A. M. E. church on the purchase price of thirty-five hundred dollars. The Clubs are getting themselves together on the drive. The Lord's Super will be administered Sunday morning. Subject "The Bombarding of the Religion of the Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ." Sunday evening thirty minutes sacred concert. The Revfl P. L. Bryant of Wards Chapel preached for one of the clubs at 3 P. M. CARD OF THANKS We wish to thank our many friends and neighbors for their kindness shown us during the illness and death of our beloved mother, Mrs. Lucinda Jones. Also for the beautiful floral offering. Mr. Melvin Jones, Mr. Williams Jones and sons, Mrs. Eliza Perkins, Mrs. Ella Danfourth, daughters. WALNUT BLVD. BAPTIST CHURCH. At 11:30, the pastor, Rev. Richardson, preached a very excellent sermon to a goodly congregation. The Sunday school met at 1:30 p. m. with the superintendent, Mrs. Piggue at the helm. We had a wonderful attendance of 125 pupils. Our attendance maintains a splendid average. The lesson was extremely interesting. Deacon J. W. Harris gave us a fine review of the lesson. At 6:30 the B. Y. P. U. met and at 8 the pastor preached from a chart which was very fine. On Sunday, February 7, at the morning service, the pastor will preach a special sermon on "The Foxes Have Holes, and the Birds Have Nests, but the Son of Man Has Not Where to Lay His Head." His subject will be "A Poor Chance to Speculate." Come out and hear this wonderful sermon. Everybody is welcome. REV. J. W. RICHARDSON, Pastor. APRONS Waist, Bungalow and Slipover aprons made by hand. 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Fairfax 0557 Kansas City, Kansas --- FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 1926. C. M. E. CHURCH, ST PETER'S CHAPEL. Sunday school met at 9:45 in usual session with the usual good attendance. At 11 o'clock the pastor Rev. T. A. Bowers preached a splendid sermon on the subject: "And the Lord Came to the Captivity of Job." At 6 p. m. a splendid session of Epworth League was held. At 8 o'clock, the stewardesses had complete charge of the services, and held a Pew Rally. Prof. A. J. Neely was principal speaker. They realized $51.00. Bishop Cleaves, who was scheduled to preach Sunday morning was unable to make the appointment, but will come at a later date. The Hope Chest contest, held by the choir on Friday evening was won by Miss Willa Rowland, a member of a choir who reported $104, the largest amount raised; Mrs. Alma Knox was second with $83.50; and was given $10 in gold; Miss Beatrice Anderson was third with $18.55, and was given $2.50; Miss Dolly Holmes was fourth with $14.00, and was given $2.00. $220.00 was realized from the venture. This money went to the choir treasury. Next Sunday, all day will be Men's Day. They will have charge of all days program. Some notable speakers will be on program, and excellent music will predominate through out the service. A splendid dinner will be cooked and served by the men. Come and see what they can serve you for 25 cents. REV. T. A. BOWERS, Pastor. POLITICAL POWER Virginia, the total population is are colored people. There are 150 colored teachers; two color-ace; C. C. 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All are Rebuilt and Guaranteed First Class Condition. BUTLER MUSIC CO. A Good Place to Buy Records. 530 Minnesota Ave. Kansas City, BUTLER MUSIC CO. A Good Place to Buy Records. Minnesota Ave. Kansas City, Ka CLUB NOTES The Trouveur Boys met in regular session on Monday night, Feb. 1, at the home of Mr. William Hulsey, 1216 Armstrong. After the regular business was completed the club went into its annual election and the following officers were elected. President, Atty. I. F. Bradley, Jr.; Vicepresident, Mr. Floyd Anderson; Secretary, Mr. D. W. Wilhite; Asst. Sec., Mr. Edward Clark; Treas., Mr. R. B. Brown; Sargeant-at-arms, Mr. Maurice Howard; Reporter, Mr. R. V. Welton. The election was unusual in that each officer was elected by acclamation. The installation ceremonies will be held on Friday night, Feb. 5, at the home of Mr. James Robinson, 2314 Sherman Ave. All members and their company are expected to be present. The Paragonian Art and Social club met on Thursday, Jan. 28, at the home of the president, Mrs. Louvelia Brown, 1322 N. 8th St. The instructor, Mrs. This paper not complete without Supplement. IEATRE Theatre TELL'S AND FOLLIES ENTO CATO a Supreme" Job) WILLIAMS HOLTON or and Orchestra Dancer SAUNDERS AND SAUNDERS' ate Steppers antages Circuit Special Opportunity To Purchase a Used Piano at a GREAT SAVINGS COME IN COME IN with a soft, sweet tone, easy rebuilt pianos, ABSOLUTELY bought at this special price of The Mitzi members an party Wedneidence of M s at Special Prices $165 175 155 135 195 175 225 275 245 185 195 175 185 235 165 285 215 210 175 125 75 95 good, used pianos that have Pianos and other good Pianos. Terms that will make you want beautifully decorated and played until garet Cain wore bed lamp, Mr. prize, an emerald Hoard won were handmade hostess. The ful three coats adjourned the 2108 N. 3rd The Mitzi Johnson Said was spent in ning work foretta Gant, p Mrs. Spen was the host and literary number of l After the a very splendid rendered. Miss Ruth daughter of the Missouri very beautiful Vaughn, wifif Western University did reading. field Blvd., MUSIC CO. to Buy Records. Kansas City, Kansas. A. J. Bouldin was present, and the sewing period was consumed making the Satin rosebuds in the club colors, wheih were worn by the club members at the' club's dancing party, given Friday evening, Jan. 29, at Memorial Hall. After all business was transacted, the hostess served. The meeting adjourned to meet with Mrs. Daisy Welton, 2316 Sherman Ave. The Paragonians made their entrance into the group of entertaining clubs when they entertained with their first formal dancing party on Friday evening, Jan. 29, at Memorial Hall. This club group is composed of popular young matrons of Kansas City, Kansas, and this was their formal entrance into the social whirl. The hall was beautifully and artistically decorated with roses, ferns and sunflowers. The sun flowers were emblematic of the fair state of Kansas, and the day upon which it became a state. The roses were in the club colors and were thrust ar- The moving picture theatre ville as an added attraction off each night to their patrons. most fastidious. The movies When her boy or girl is at the company. The play houses are plenty of seating room. Exce- by orchestra or pipe organ. Bargains In This Paper stistically in huge pots of ferns and rambled over a trellis in one end of the hall. The sunflowers were beautifully arranged in the other end. The ferns decorated the windows and punch table. The musicians stand was in the center of the hall and flowers and ferns arranged around it. The electric light bulbs were also in club colors, making a beautiful and striking decoration scheme. Approximately four hundred guests enjoyed the ladies hospitality. This is the first formal party to be given in Kansas City, Kansas, and the Paragonians are pleased to have been the ones to be the first club to do so. The Mitzi Girls entretained their members and guests with a whist party Wednesday, Jan. 27, at the residence of Mrs. Laura Dungee, 2300 North 5th street. The house was beautifully decorated with Valentine decorations and flowers. Cards were played until a late hour. Mrs. Margaret Cain won first prize a beautiful bed lamp, Mrs. Williams won guest prize, an embroidered towel, Miss D. Hoard won booby prize. All prizes were handmade and donated by the hostess. The hostess served a delightful three course luncheon. The club adjourned to meet with Mrs. Hall 2108 N. 3rd St. Feb. 3. The Mitzi Jrs. met with Miss May Johnson Saturday. The afternoon was spent in flower making and planning work for the coming year.—Rosetta Gant, president. Mrs. Spencer, 1104 Oakland Ave., was the hostess of the Adelphia art and literary club January 27. A large number of ladies were present. After the business session was over, a very splendid literary program was rendered. Miss Ruth Gregg, a visitor and daughter of Mr. Gregg, secretary of the Missouri Y. M. C. A. played a very beautiful piano solo. Mrs. Vaughn, wife of Dean Vaughn of Western University gave a very splendid reading. Mrs. James on Springfield Blvd., who is well known in church and social activities sang a vocal solo, which brought much cheer to all, after which a very delicious lunch was served and the club adjourned in high spirit. Sumner P.-T. Association had a nice, large number who enjoyed Dr. H. B. Bronson's address on Religious Education. Mrs. Bailey, at 9th and Freeman, who was sick last week is able to be out again. The Mission Circle of Metropolitan Baptist church, led in the church's thirty-sixth anniversary on Tuesday, February 2, 1926. A luncheon was served after the program, from 2 to 9 p. m. The Divinity Students of Western University will take up some new subjects this semester. They will have some big discussions. Rev. C. W. Garrett of Ottawa, Kansas, was in the city for several days visiting his daughter, Mrs. W., S. Fredericks, and Mr. Fredericks, 361 Troup' avenue, and his son, Mr. Charles Garrett and Mrs. Garrett, 3108 East 19th street. The moving picture theater and those that have vaudeville as an added attraction offer a wholesome entertainment each night to their patrons. The programs will suit the most fastidious. The movies are an asset to the mothers. When her boy or girl is at the theater, they are in good company. The play houses are warm and comfortable with plenty of seating room. Excellent music is furnished either by orchestra or pipe organ. that will save you many a dollar will escape you if you fail to read carefully and regularly the advertising of local merchants METROPOLITAN'S 36TH ANNIVERSARY THE KANSAS CITY ADVOCATE HAPPENINGS Don't Destroy This Ad On $100.00 or more purchase, this add brought in to us, will give you credit on the bill of $5.00 (only one add to an individual customer.) NO MONEY DOWN WHEN YOU TRADE IN YOUR OLD FURNITURE ON NEW. Rev. and Mrs. Alva Royston and children have removed to Palmyra, Mo., where he now has a charge. Mr. Wm. Sykes has removed to another city. Mrs. L. Eskridge has invited Metropolitan Mission to meet at her new bungalow soon. Bishop Cleaves preached a wonderful sermon at C. M. E. church, Sunday. Mr. S. L. Johnson, who was sick, is now able to be out again. Mrs. Lola Johnson left for her home in Pratt, Kansas. Mr. Grigsby, 841 Nebraska, was home last Tuesday, off of an extensive railroad run. Mrs. Lila Hood has been quite sick but is better. Mr. F. D. Brooks who has been sick is able to be out again. CITIZEN'S FORUM The Forum was entertained with a nice program, January 31. The principal features were an address by Hon. U. S. Guyer, on Washington City, and a cornet solo by Mr. Orrin Murray, accompanied by Miss Simpson. He was encored. Next Sunday, February 7, two grand programs will be given at once. All are invited. On $100.00 or more you credit on the bill tomer.) 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The bill provides for a commission of five persons, three of whom shall be colored. They would be appointed by the President and hold office for a term of four years. The salary of each member would be fixed by the President, but would not exceed $5,000 a year each, except the chairman, whose salary would not exceed $7,000. The duties of this commission would be to study the economic conditions of the Negro and labor problems in which he is interested; to stimulate and encourage thrift and industry among Negroes; to promote their general welfare in industrial pursuits, to work out plans for the solution of the different problems confronting the Negro in the United States; to consider all questions pertaining to the Negro that may be referred to it by any Government department, and report the proper solution of any problem that may be presented to it by any office of the United States, the governor or attorney general of any state, or any state labor department. The commission would also be charged with the investigation of any labor question referred to it by the governor of any state. It would be required to regulate labor conditions for the best interest of the communities in which labor questions arose; to recommend what may be necessary for the stability of labor in the different states; to discourage Bolshevism wherever it may exist; to formulate a policy for mutual understanding and confidence between the races; to report to Congress through the President and to make such recommendations for the solution of any problem affecting the Negro that they may deem advisable. A novelty garment is the occasional wrap of Chinese brocatelle crepe. This is a self-toned, figured, heavy, but exceedingly supple, silk crepe in many beautiful shades of red, yellow, green and blue. Coats made of this fascinating oriental stuff suggest the mandarin coat in their lines. They are three-quarters length, straight and loose. Those shown at the moment are lined with velours, kasha or with thin furs such as moleskin, gazelle and baby leopard. They are seldom trimmed with fur, but are finished at the neck with a scarf of the crepe that winds twice around the neck and falls over one shoulder. An afternoon coat that is delicate enough to answer also for evening wear is made of cerise panne with collar and cuffs of chinchilla and lining of silver lame. A Russian cape cut full length is made of sable fur and burgundy velvet, the fur forming the entire upper half of the wrap, with four ruffles of the velvet below. Small Loans WEEKLY PAYMENTS LIBERTY BONDS BOUGHT AND SOLD Credit Investment Co. Room 208 Wyandotte Building Fifth and Minnesota Avenue DREXEL 0117 HOME 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. Six rooms, water, lights, gas, newly decorated throughout, best location, $2,500; at $500 down. Five rooms, strictly modern, new bungalow, lot 37½x125, $4,000; at $500 down. Five rooms, 1 acre fruit, $1,750. W. R. JOHNSON REAL ESTATE CO. 516 Minn. Ave. The Ground Hog YO-HOO- YO-HO-0-000 HERE'S ONE THA' DIDN'T GO BACK (Copyright. W. M. D.) Fur Trimming on Coat of Many Rich Colors interesting Red, blue, yellow, green and purple vie with each other, with green predominating, in this heavily embroidered sports cost. It is lined in black. The collar, cuff and band around the bottom are dyed fox. Long Earrings Still Popular Paris Fashion From time to time the latest news from Paris dooms the earring, the feeling being that it adds years to one's appearance. But the fashion persists. Many attractive styles are offered by the shops that deal in accessories and ornaments. It is no longer surprising to see earrings that touch or almost touch the shoulder. Some are genuine antiques of oriental ancestry, others are extreme examples of modern art. One extravaganza that is rather picturesque is made of enormous hoops, set with pearls, depending from a short pearl chain. Quite different but equally striking are drops consisting of four very large baroque pearls, two white and two gray, joined with small imitation emeralds. Squares of rock crystal, delicately chased, are hung upon wee chains from small cut crystal studs at the ear and tassels of seed pearls are attached by slender links to jeweled rings. Coats and Dresses Are Made for Small Women The woman whose height is a little over 5 feet and who takes a 38 or 40-inch size is getting special attention now from the makers of women's garments. She used to find it hard to be suited in ready-to-wears, and made much use of the alteration department. But now she finds garments, dresses and coats that exactly fit her with as much smartness as if she were a "perfect thirty-six." Some of the distinctive features in the coats are the deep armseye with a variation of the kimono shoulder and the sleeve cut out of the same piece as the back and the front of the body; larger horizontal measurements through the body, larger and shorter sleeves, higher waistline and modified flare. The collar is also designed to suit the short neck usual with this figure type. In fact the whole ensemble tends to slenderize the figure without making it diminutive. THE KANSAS CITY ADVOCATE ```markdown ``` Capital Prize Brunswick Phonograph or Atwater Kent Radio ARE YOU GUILTY? A FARMER carrying an express package from a big mail-order house was accosted by a local dealer. "Why didn't you buy that bill of goods from me? I could have saved you the express, and besides you would have been patronizing a home store, which helps pay the taxes and builds up this locality." The farmer looked at the merchant a moment and then said: "Why don't you patronize your home paper and advertise? I read it and didn't know that you had the stuff I have here." MORAL—ADVERTISE The Ground Hog YO - H YO - H PUBLICATION NOTICE In the district court of Wyandotte County, Kansas. Edith Cargyle, Plaintiff. vs. Harry Cargyle, Defendant. To the above named defendant, you are herby notified that you have been sued in the above named court by the above named plaintiff, and that unless you appear and answer the petition filed against you, on or before the 5th day of March 1926, the petition filed against you, will be presented to the court, and evidence introduced thereon, upon which a judgment will be rendered, the nature of which will be a decree divorcing me from you, and the costs of this action. By I. F. Bradley, her Attorney. Attest, Carl W. Fincke, Clerk District Court. First Published Jan. 22nd, 1926. Gum Was Invaluable Several years ago, when Kenneth Iverson was in one of the first grades, he was asked to speak a piece at a local entertainment. As he was quite shy, at that time, it took considerable coxing to get him to do it. However, when he mounted the platform, much to his mother's chagrin, he was chewing gum. The audience was convulsed as little Kenneth chewed solemnly between each two verses. Later in the day his father attempted to scold him for his surprising conduct. "Why, but, daddy," he explained disarmingly, "I was so scared if it hadn't 'a' been for the gum I never could 'a' done it."—Los Angeles Times. War and the Profiteer Mrs. Rose Pastor Phelps-Stokes said at a tea in New York: "War is hideous, and the world realizes it at last. The only man who sees beauty in war nowadays is the profiteer. "It's like the chap who stood on the promenade deck and gazed with tear-dimmed eyes at a school of spouting whales. "Ah," he said, 'aln't that beautiful, though!' "Curious, perhaps," said a Bostonian, 'Hardly beautiful." "It's beautiful to me" sobbed the other man, 'for I'm a plumber, I am, and those spouts remind me irresistibly of a magnificent line of busted water pipes.'" THE POPULAR REFERENCE SANTAL MIDY BEST ALL-RESTRICTED CATARRH of BLADDER GUARD YOUR HEALTH SANYKIT PROPHYLAGTIC for MEM Afforda Usurest Protection After Infection Exposure Large Tube 31c. 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A modification of the severe cloche, writes a fashion correspondent in the New York Times, has been gradually becoming apparent and many of the new hats are fashioned to show something of the hair. They are turned back from the face, or rolled at one side, though all of the shapes are still worn low on the head. Some of the handsomest hats, in both the stiff and the draped models, show the influence of old styles such as the picture hats taken from old masters' portraits of great ladies. The genuine Gainsborough, though, has not yet made its appearance, and from present indications its return is a long way off. But the new hats follow more generous, graceful lines. The most marked compromise of the present season is the hat of medium size with more trimming than any have lately shown. The hat with larger crown and fuller arrangement of drapery is welcomed by many women on whom the tiny tight shapes are trying. Some of the dressy new hats are distinctly reminiscent of the Charlotte Corday, the Directoire, the early English poke bonnet and other historic shapes. But they are cleverly adapted to the mode of the hour and show a tendency toward individuality for which the best designers strive. Franklin Guy of Paris studies the individual as he plans his hat and shapes it to conform with the features and to flatter the woman who wears it. This ability to individualize design is an undeniable gift of great importance. It is most effective in millinery. The cloche has not disappeared altogether, though its form is modified. It still represents simplicity itself, but with variants that make for grace and beauty. The small tailored or semitailored hat remains the correct hat for day-time dress. for street wear sports and even for afternoon dress in a somewhat softer treatment. All of the prominent milliners present the small hat. Monsieur Guy. Reboux Agnes have done some charming things this season, notwithstanding the limitations to a style of such extreme simplicity. Changes in Shapes. Most of the models are felt, beaver or some sort of cloth. The material is not inexpensive, since it must be of a quality to stand the cut edge. The changes in shape are marked. The inverted kettle, which the original cloche resembled, is seen no more. Instead, there is a model with a crown like that of a man's silk hat and a little brim gently rolled at one side. Another model that is especially popular among younger women has an oval, ribbed crown looking much like a football and a narrow flange that turns back from the face. A crease across the crown, a slight fold in the material or a slash in the brim with two ends finished at the back, are among the slight touches that vary the latest models of the best Paris houses. The season has brought out some conspicuous styles. Some of the smart milliners have gone in for exceedingly eccentric things. Reboux, Maria Guy, Camille Rogers, Charlotte Hennard and Monsieur Guy and Lewis have made some strikingly original hats with success, conforming, to some de- $\textcircled{1}$ $\textcircled{3}$ $\textcircled{2}$ No. 1—Turban of Molre. No. 2—Ensemble Emphasizing Turkish Influence. No. 3—Cloche of Tan Felt. gree, with the conventional, but establishing some things of unusual type and artistic value. A black felt helmet completely covering the head and ears, with a metallic ornament in front, has a decidedly Cleopatra look. A brimless cloche is made of cloth with the crown completely covered with long stitches of embroidery silk, a stiff feather with two brush ends covering the back at a sharp angle. Another must have had its inception in a royal Russian headdress. The high up-turned brim in front is embroidered in mother of pearl and beads of steel and scarlet. Designers are inclined to vary the small hat as much as possible. The widened brim, the draped crown, the entire hat covered softly with a fabric and the turban in several variants are examples of the latitude in the fashions of the moment. Felt continues to be used in utility hats particularly, but the novelty-of the season which promises to carry on is velours. THE KANSAS CITY ADVOCATE Atlanta, Ga., Jan. 28.—Efforts are being made by the commission on Interracial cooperation to mobilize public sentiment in Florida and to stir the officials to effective action in connection with the lynching near Ocala on January 11. Telegrams were sent immediately by the Commission to Governor Martin and to a number of religious, educational, and civic leaders over the state, urging the necessity of prompt and vigorous action. Replies have been received from a number of those addressed, indicating that they at once took the matter up with the governor. Steps are being taken in addition to enlist certain important civic, religious, and student groups to the same end. The commission also has a man on the ground looking into conditions and seeking to get action locally. The telegram sent Governor Smith was as follows: "Ataltna, Ga.. "January 12, 1926. "Governor John Welborn Martin, 'Tallahassee, Florida. "Associated Press this morning reports Florida had first lynching of new year. Records indicate one hundred thirty-five people met death by mobs within state since 1900. In few, if any of these cases, have effective steps been taken to convict mob members. Entire south blamed for this barbarous practice of few backward communities and American civilization and Christianity discredited around the world. As governor, you could render no greater service to Florida and the south than by bringing pressure to bear on local authorities to secure negligence and take such other steps as will prevent recurrence. You can be assured of the sympathy and cooperation of friends of law and order throughout the South. One Thing Granddad Might Boast About It may have been a fact that grand dad had never seen a movie. He may never have attended a ball game. He possibly did not own-a radio and he was not in possession of a flivver. He did not go downtown every night to get the girl's neck shaved, and he only took a bath now and then. It was weeks, yes, even months, before the happenings of the city reached him, and he never thought of swimming with ladies. He never went to a burlesque show and took a front-row seat. He never went to the club. He never had a dark brown taste the next morning. He never wore a boiled shirt or one of those little go-devil neckties. He never took physical culture or anything that did not belong to him. He never shot a filling station bandit nor was he ever held up. He never slept in pajamas. There was just a lot of things that folks have now that granddad did not have. He was a real dyed-in-the-wool backwoods fossil, you might say. But granddad was never behind with his work. This coupon, neatly clipped out, name and address of the candidate filled in and mailed or delivered to the Election Department of The Kansas City Advocate, Kansas City, Kansas, will count as 100 FREE VOTES. It does not cost anything to cast-these coupons for your favorite candidate, and you are not restricted in any sense in voting them. Get all you can and send them in—they all count. Do not Roll or Fold. Deliver in Flat Package. ATWATER KENT RADIO Your "Magic Carpet" THINK of sitting at home in your own easy chair, and at a turn of the dials being whisked away:—to listen to an opera in some large city, to sit through a play in another, to hear the news in a third. With an Atwater Kent in your home, you can go where you will—every program in the air is yours to command. Let us show you, through an Atwater Kent demonstration, the perfections that up-to-date radio equipment has attained. THINK WHAT IS BACK OF IT Dealer's Name Capital Prize Atwater Kent Radio or Brunswick Phonograph U. S. GUYER 19. 9 JUDGE U. S. GUYER WHO ABLY REPRESENTED THE SECOND CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT OF KANSAS IN CONGRESS, HE BEING ELECTD TO FILL OUT THE UNEXPIRED TERM OF COL. E. C. LITTLE, DECEASED, JUDGE GUYER IS THE REPUBLICAN CANDIDATE FOR THIS OFFICE AT THE COMING PRIMARY ELECTION IN AUGUST. WHO ABLY REPRESENTED THE DISTRICT OF KANSAS IN CONGRESS OUT THE UNEXPIRED TERM OF C JUDGE GUYER IS THE REPUBLICAN AT THE COMING PRIMARY ELECTIO GUYER LAUDS SENATORS AND REPS. In the brief time at my disposal I wish merely to speak of the Kansas delegation in the Congress of the United State. At least the Republican members of that delegation. There was never a time in the history of the state of Kansas when it had more reason to be proud of its Senators and Representatives. Next only to President Coolidge, Senator Curtis is the greatest political force in the United States and this reflects immensely on the position of Kansas in our present political history. And with all his power as majority leader in the Senate he is the same Charles Curtis who as a young man was County attorney of Shawnee County. It emphasizes the greatness of his position as well as his character that this exalted place has not spoiled this astute leader of men. Kansas and you are justly proud of him and he should return to the Senate without opposition by reason of what he can and does do for Kansas in the United States Senate. By his side is Senator Arthur Capper who occupies a very exalted place in both the Senate and in the City of Washington. As chairman of the powerful District of Columbia Committee of the Senate he holds a powerful place in the councils of the nation with respect to the city of Washington and by reason of his wide acquaintance in the country is known from one end of the nation to the other. In the House of Representatives you have a strong group of statesmen. I can say this with modesty for as you know I am not at present a member of that body. At the head of the delegation is the fine, hardworking and modest D. R. Anthony. The First District has every reason to be proud of its veteran Congressman and he should be kept there for the good of his state and of his country. He is a seasoned and industrious legislator. Down in the Third District is Mr. Sproul whom I learned to love and respect for his fine character and ability. Though one of the younger congressmen his place is a large one and it is so recognized in Washington. Over in the Fourth District you have Homer Hoch who is one of the most highly respected men in the House of Representatives, respected for his high character, pre-eminent ability unassuming leadership and logical reasoning. Not only the Fourth District but all Kansas has reason to be proud of Homer Hoch and his high position in the House of Representatives. Out in the Short Grass country we have Congressman J. N. Tincher, They just could not get along without "Poly" Tincher in the House. He is a member of the Republican Steering Committee and besides when there is some obstreperous Democrat who needs a trimming the job is usually turned over to Mr. Tincher and no one, except the democrat, has ever complained about the manner in which PAGE 8 --- S. GUYER THE SECOND CONGRESSIONAL ESS, HE BEING ELECTD TO FILL COL. E. C. LITTLE, DECEASED. AN CANDIDATE FOR THIS OFFICE ION IN AUGUST. this artist has dressed up the subject. Just the other day in an exchange of wits with the nimblest democrat on his intellectual feet in the House, Mr. Blanton of Texas, and "Poly" came out with Mr. Blanton's scalp in his belt. In the rough and tumble tangle of debate and the fisticuff of parliamentary battle the House of Representatives has no harder hitter than the big congressman from my old district out in the Short Grass Country. One of the big democratic members of congress told me that there was no more conscientious and hardworking and hard-headed statesman in the house than my good friend whom I learned to love and respect than Hays B. White of the sixth District. And this was the verdict of the whole membership of the House of Representatives. Kansas will make no mistake in retaining all these fine men to further add laurels to the big place Kansas always.held in our national legislature. The other two congreesmen from Kansas are fine fellows, but why should democrats represent a republican state in congress? I congratulate the Republicans of Kansas upon the fine spirit of the great meeting. It justifies the dream of the founders of thirty-five years ago. May it long exist to strengthen the faith of a great party in a great state. K. C. K. PORO CLUB The K. C. K. Poro Club had a very nice meeting, Monday, January 4. There were quite a few present. The next meeting will be held the second Monday in February, (Feb. 8), at two thirty P. M., at the home of Mrs. Paynes, 2306 Sherman. RAIDS GIVE UP WHISKY Officer Bright Williams, at 405 Freeman, has declared war on boot-leggers. He raded 406 New Jersey, Saturday, arrested, six frequenters and found whiskey. He also raided 340 Franklin, arrested twenty-four frequenters and found whiskey. Officer Williams is really on the job. Mr. James McCurry, 1905 N. 6th, left Sunday for Chicago, where he will attend the conference board of Armour and Co. He will represent our group in the cattle killing department of Armour & Co., Kansas City, Kans. Mr. McCurry is a skilled butcher and has been in the employ of Armour and Co. for some time. CARD OF THANKS Mrs. Charles Jones, 2104 N. 3rd street, wishes to thank her many friends, especially Isis Court No. 37, for their kindness and beautiful fdowers during her recent illness. The Pastor's Aid Board of the First A. M. E. church will meet on Thursday, February 11, at the home of Mrs. Bessie White, 2600 N. Allis street. E. HIGHTOWER, Secretary. THE KANSAS CITY ADVOCATE FOUNDERS DAY PROGRAM AT CITY FEDERATION OF P.-T. A. Founders Day program of the City Federation of P.-T. A. will be held at First A. M. E. church on Sunday, February 7. at 2:30 p. m. MT. OLIVE BAPTIST Sunday schol was lrage at 9 A. M., Supt. W. P. T. tsiing. We have a wonder school. Over 69 in atten Sunday. The principal speaker on the program will be Prof. W. D. Dunlap, of Northeast Junior High School, who will speak on the subject, "Eminent Negroes and Their Influence on Our Lives." Playlets will be presented by pupils from the Dunbar and Stowe schools. Music will be furnished by Summer High and N. E. Junior High School musical organizations. COLORED KANSAS DAY CELEBRATION On January 29, Kansas Day, a number of prominent Negroes of Kansas City, Kansas and vicinity, celebrated Kansas Day, with a dinner in Topeka, Kansas. Some of Kansas City' Kansas, most talented speakers appeared on the program. Messrs Thomas Richards and Ben Robinson sponsored the dinner and arranged motor transportation for the Kansas City group. Rev. H. B. Bronson, pastor of Metropolitan Baptist church, was chosen chairman for the occasion, and Mr. C. P. Swaney, secretary of the Negro Citizens League was chosen for secretary. Rev. S. Montgomery, pastor of King Solomon Baptist church, spoke on "The Negro Should No Longer be Lead by Alley Politicisms," and Rev. George McNeal spoke on "Clean Politics in City, County and State." Other speakers on the program were, Mr. Ed Smith, Poor Commissioner, Mr. Carl Fincke, clerk of the district court, Mr. LeRoy Cooke, Park Commissioner, and William Baird, of Kansas City, Kansas Others who attended the banquet were Rev. D. B. Jackson, Rev. Mose Williams, George Brown, Noah Mansefield, C. C. Jackson, H. Shahnoh, Z. Ewing, R. J. Clark, F. Burdette, L. Kidd, John Duvall and C. P. Swancy. While in Topeka they visited the state capitol and Governor Paulen. NEW TIRE SHOP OPENING We are very pleased to have with us Mr. Chas. Guliford, who is opening up a Tire-Shop at 2001 N. 5th St. Mr. Guliford extends an invitation to all the citizens. Open for business Saturday, Feb. 6th. NEGRO CITIZENS LEAGUE The Negro Citizens League met on January 28 at the residence of Mr. M. Henderson, 212 Parallel avenue, with the president, Mr. Noah Mansefield, presiding. The League discussed plans for continuing and extending their membership drive. The drive has been on for some time but new energy and new enthusiasm has been infused into it. Three delegates were elected to represent the Leagu at the Negro Kansas Day Anniversary Dinner given in Topeka on January 29. They are: Mr. Noah Mansefield, Mr. C. P. Swancy and Mr. C. C. Jackson. Their official report on the affair will be given at the next meeting of the League, but since their return they have told of a wonderful Kansas Day program. Watch the Advocate for all our news and progress. We were glad to have with us again Mr. U. L. Betts who has been on the sick list. Members will be apprised later as to the next meeting place. MR. N. MANSEFIELD, President. MR. C. P. SWANGY, Secretary. DONATIONS Churches and societies that gave donations for Mrs.' Miller's burial, 1417 N. 8th street: Mrs. Collins from Catholic chruch, $3.50. Sheba Chapter, $5.00. Mrs. James Gerren, 932 Nebraska avenue, entertained with a surprise birthday party on Saturday evening, January 30, in honor of Mr. Gerren's birthday. He received a number of beautiful and useful presents. Twenty guests were present. MARRIAGE LICENSES ISSUED IN KANSAS CITY, KANSAS. Lee H. McCullough, K. C., K., age...22 Matilda Maglorie, K. C., K., age...20 Horace R. Raymond, K. C., G., age.21 Mabel Arentt, K. C., K., age.....19 Milton Payne, K. C., Mo., age.....22 Pearl Brady, K. C., Mo., age.....25 ADVOCATE OFFICE 516 MINNESOTA AVE. (Up Stairs) PHONE DREXEL 0424 MT. OLIVE BAPTIST CHURCH Sunday schol was tragely attended at 9 A. M., Supt. W. P. Thomas, presdiing. We, have a wonderful Sunday school. Over 69 in attendance every Sunday. At 11 A. M. Pastor Rev. E. M. Mosely preached a wonderful sermon on "Don't Waste Time". Text, And he Saieth unto me (Seal) not the sayings of the prophecy of this Book: For the time is at hand. Rev. 22. Chr. 10:5. Time is the measure of duration. Time is not a thing to be wasted for it is given you for the purpose of working out your destiny. Time does not belong to you, it is a (Loan) and sometimes, perhaps, before you are ready the (loan) will be called in. You must prepare for the time of need, the time of trouble and you can do this only by not wasting your present time. The sermon was wonderfully outlined by our Pastor. At 3 P. M. Rev. W. W. Horton preached a very spiritual sermon on "I Looked and I Saw", Rev. 4. Mrs. Sarah Bartel sang two beautiful selections. Our Rally was quite successful, we succeeded in raising $87.50. Mission Circle Monday night at 8 P. M. B. Y. P. U. at 6 P. M. Some to Mt. Olive.—Rev. E. M. Mosely, Pastor. Mrs. G. E. Powell, Reporter. CITIZEN'S FORUM Sunday, February 7, 1926, at 4 p. m. Dr. J. B. St. Felix Isaacs, pastor of First A. M. E. church, will deliver the principal address. Vocal solo, Mrs. Georgia Jackson. Vocal Solo; (Sextet from Lucia), Miss Catherine Collins. Other musical numbers will be furnished by Prof. J. Harold Brown and Miss Majorie Tucker. PROF. A. H. HARRIS, President. MISS MAY McCLELLAND and MISS MAJORIE TUCKER, LOST Lost an Eastren Star pin, at Carey's Chapel church, or between 337 Quindaro boulevard and said church. Finder please return to Mrs. Nettie Dryden and receive 50c reward.—Address 337 Quindaro boulevard. Mrs. R. A: Adams, the wife of Rev. R. A. Adams, pastor at Wheeling, W. Va., is visiting her two daughters, Mrs. Douglass and Mrs. Collins, 634 Franklin avenue. Mr. and Mrs. Gus Bailey of this city have purchased a splendid six apartment—seven room flat at 1512 and 1514 Paseo, Kansas City, Missouri, the consideration was $21,500. Mr. Harris of the Harris House at 5th Street and Richmond Avenue, was called to Marshall, Texas, to attend the funeral of his step-father, Mr. Geo. Allen and also the funeral of his cousin, Stella Cooper, there was a double funeral ceremony. The Advocate extends sympathy. Mr. David G. Emory, 312 Greeley avenue, went to Chicago, Tuesday, January 26, to attend the National Association of Pullman Porters, which convened in that city. Mr. Emory was the Kansas City representative of the St. Louis Zone on the Grievance Committee. The Pullman Porters are fighting for higher wages and better working conditions. Mr. Emory has written that the session is extremely interesting, and they hoped much from the meeting. Rev. John Bradford, of the Seminary, has been on the sick list this week, but is now recovering. Dinner will be served at the First A. M. E. church, 8th and Nebraska, on Tuesday and Wednesday, February 9 and and 10, by the Pastor's Aid Board. HOUSES FOR SALE AND FOR RENT. Houses for sale and for rent. Those for rent are reasonable. Those for sale are real bargains. A. J. NEELY, Fairfax 3802. Miss Monett Moore of New York, formerly a student of Western University, was a pleasant caller at Chapel this week, and thrilled all hearts with her melodious voice. She is employed by the Columbia Record company in New York. The Basketball team of Salina, Kansas, played Western University on Saturday evening in gym. The score was 17-6 in favor of Western University. Miss Clara Vance 29th and Sloan avenue, passed away last week after a lingering illness of several months. The funeral services were held last Friday afternoon. The family has the sympathy of the entire community. PUBLICATION NOTICE In the District Court of Wyandotte County, Kansas. Gertrude Rose, Plaintiff. vs. No. 26559a. George Rose, Defendant. To George Rose, Defendant, Greetings: You are hereby notified that you have been sued in the above entitled court and cause for separate maintenance alimony suit money and attorneys fees, and that unless you appear and make answer on or before the 12th day of December 1925 the plaintiff's petition will be taken as true and judgment will be rendered against you as prayed for therein. FORREST B. ANDERSON, Attorney for Plaintiff. Attest: Carl W. Fincke, Clerk. By J. Carson, Deputy. (First Published Feb. 5, 1926.) PUBLICATION NOTICE In the District Court of Wyandotte County, Kansas. Edna B. Foster, Plaintiff. vs. J. H. Foster, Defendant. To J. H. Foster. 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 19th day of March, 1926, or said petition will be taken as true and judgment rendered against you, granting her an absolute divorce of and from you, and for the care, custody and control of your said minor children, for permanent alimony, and for such other and further relief as the nature of the case may require and for costs of this action. Attorney for Plaintiff. (First Published Feb. 5th, 1926.) ADMINISTRATOR'S NOTICE State of Kansas, Wyandotte County, 38 Case No. 13721. In the Probate Court in and for said county. In the matter of the estate of M. C. Jackson, deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Administration have been granted to the undersigned on the Estate of M. C. Jackson deceased, late of said County, by the Honorable, the Probate Court of the County and State aforesaid, dated the 3rd day of February, A. D. 1926. Now, all persons claims against 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 one year after the date of said letters, they shall be forever barred. R. JACKSON, Adm'r. Of the Estate of M. C. Jackson, Deceased. Kansas City, Kansas, February 3rd, 1926. 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 3rd day of February A. D. 1926. HENRY MEADE, (SEAL) Probate Judge. Paul E. Huff, Attorney for Administrator. PUBLICATION NOTICE No. 27-392 Im the District Court of Wyandotte County, Kansas. Lula Mae Brockington, Plaintiff, You are hereby notified that you have been sued by your wife, Lula Mae Brockington for a decree of divorce in the District Court of Wyandotte County, Kansas, on the grounds of extreme cruelty and gross neglect of duty, that unless you answer the petition of said plaintiff filed herein on or about the 18th day of March, 1926, said petition will be taken as true and judgment will be rendered against you granting said plaintiff an absolute divorce and such other and further relief as she may be entitled to in equity. E. A. SHACKELFORD, Attorney for Plaintiff. (First Published Jan. 29, 1926.) HOUSE FOR RENT A 11 room house, strictly modern, furnace heat, 323 Washington, Blvd. Phone Drexel 1166, P. O. Box, 214. J. F. Davis. VICTORY BARBECUE FREE DELIVERY TAXI SERVICE 2402 N. 5th St. Fairfax 4672 FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 1926. FRIDAY, JANUARY 29, 1926. NOTICE BY PUBLICATION In the District Court of Wyandotte County, Kansas. Dovey Crowell, Plaintiff, vs. No. 27341 A. Jerry Crowell, Defendant. State of Kansas to Jerry Crowell, Greetings: You will take notice that you have been sued in the above named court for absolute divorce from the bands of matrimony now existing between plaintiff and defendant, on the grounds of desertion, abandonment and adultery. Unless you answer said petition on or before the 6th day of March, 1926, all allegations and statements contained in plaintiff's petition will be taken as true, and upon further proof plaintiff will be granted a divorce as prayed for in her petition. J. S. MANNING, Attorney for Plaintiff. Attest: Carl W. Fincke, Clerk of District Court. By W. F. Mathis, Deputy. (First Published Jan. 22, 1926.) ADMINISTRATOR'S NOTICE State of Kansas, Wyandotte county, Case No. 13694 In the Probate Court in and for said County. In the matter of the estate of Rebecca Payne, deceased. Notice is herby given that Letters of Administration have been granted to the undersigned on the Estate of Rebecca Payne deceased, late of said County, by the Honorable, the Probate Court of the County and State aforesaid, dated the 25th day of January, A. D. 1926. Now, all persons having claims against the said estate are hereby notified that they must present the same to the udersigned for allowance within one year from date of said letters, or they may be precluded from any benfit of such estate; and that if such claims be not exhibited within one year after the date of said letters, they shall be forever barred. Maude Lowrey, Adm'r. Of the Estate of Rebecca Payne, Deceased, Kansas City, Kansas, Jan. 25, 1926. 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 January, A. D. 1926. J. R. Stanley, Attoreny for Administratrix. (First Published Jan. 29, 1926). NOTICE All persons interested will take notice that my petition is on file in the office of the Wyandotte County, Kansas, Probate Court, asking for authority to sell the following described real estate, situated in Wyandotte County, Kansas, belonging to the estate of Mollie Lewis deceased, for the purpose of paying the debts of said estate and the expenses of administration, to-wit: Lots 10 and 11, Block 11, Mulvane's Addition to Argentine, now a part of Kansas Ctiy, Kansas. Said petition is set for hearing at the office of the Probate Judge in the City of Kansas City said County, on Tusday, the 16th day of February, 1926, at 10:00 o'clock A. M. at which time and place you can make known any objections you may have to the granting of such order. Dated January 15th, 1926. EARLE R. GILBERT, Administrator of said Estate. First Published Jan. 22nd., 1926. LINCOLN DAY CLUB ST. JOHN A. M. E. 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EVERY CUSTOM- ACH PURCHASE. COME SAVE! hop. See page 5 for theatrical news. MRS. M. A. TURNER Hair Dressing and Beauty Work of All Kinds. Fairfax 1698 Prices According to Work Hours—8 a.m. to 4 p.m. 2074 North 5th St., Kansas City, Kas In the District Court of Wyandotte County, Kansas. Tessie Moeschle, Plaintiff, vs. No. 27166-A J. N. Gilliland, if living, or if dead, his unknown heirs, executors, administrators, devisees, trustees and assigns, if any, Defendants. The State of Kansas to the above Named Defendants, and Each of Them: You and each of you are hereby notified that you have been sued by Tessie Moeschle, whose petition is now on file against you in the above entitled court and cause, and that you must answer the said petition on or before the 12th day of February, 1926, or said petition will be taken as true and judgment rendered against you accordingly, of the following nature, to-wit: That said plaintiff's title in and to the following described parcels of real estate, lying and situated in the county of Wyandotte and State of Kansas, to-wit: Lot numbered Fifty-Five (55), and the north seven (7) feet of Lot numbered Fifty-six (56), all in Irving Place, an addition in and to the City of Kansas City, reference being had to the recorded plat of said Irving Place, now on file and of record in the office of the Register of Deeds in and for said county and state. be quieted as against the claimed interest and estate of the defendant J. N. Gilliland, if living, or, if he be dead, as against the claimed interest and estate of his unknown heirs, executors, administrators, devisees, trustees or assigns, if any, defendant, in and to said real estate, and that whatever interest or estate he, or they, or any or either of them, have or claim therein be adjudged to be inferior and void as against the plaintiff's title therein and thereto, and that he and they, or any or either of them, and any and all persons claiming or to claim by, through or under him, or, them or either or any of them, be forever barred and enjoined from claiming or asserting any interest or estate in said real estate, or any part thereof, that whatever interest or estate he, or they, or any or either of them, have or claim therein be adjudged to be inferior and void as against said plaintiff's title therein and thereto, that the plaintiff be adjudged such other and further relief as to which she may be entitled in the premises, in law or in equity, and that plaintiff recover her costs in this action expended. Tessie Moeschle, Plaintiff, By C. A. Bowman, as her Attorney. (First published January 22.1926.) "EVERY ONE WINS" CAM- ... PHONE... e Distribution. minated. SPECIAL PRICES Saturday, February 6th Monday, February 8th COME SAVE! PUBLICATION NOTICE THE KANSAS CITY ADVOCATE Soldiers Ask Fairness for Ballot Applicants Birmingham, Feb. 5. The registration of Negro voters took a new turn here today when the Soldiers Cooperative Association, Inc., a Negro service men's organization, thru Ohio Bell, its president, appealed to Governor Brandon in behalf of Negoes who desired to register. Bell said 25,000 Negro soldiers left the State at the time of the World War at the call of their country and that it was unfair not to accord them their constitutional rights now. Mrs. Indiana Little, who was recently arrested following a disagreement with a clerk in the registrar's office, is the wife of a disabled Negro soldier and the sister of a former service man. PUBLICATION NOTICE No. 27-390 In the District Court of Wyandotte County, Kansas, Mattie Sanders, Plaintiff. vs. Mose Sanders, Defendant. To Mose Sanders, Greeting: You are hereby notified that you have been sued by your wife, Mattie Sanders, for a decree of divorce in the District Court of Wyandotte County, Kansas, on the grounds of abandonment and desertion, that unless you answer the petition of said plaintiff filed herein on or about the 18th day of March, 1926, said petition will be taken as true and judgment will be rendered against you granting said plaintiff an absolute divorce and such other and further relief as she may be entitled to in equity. E. A. SHACKELFORD, Attorney for Plaintiff (First Published Jan. 29 1926.) PUBLICATION NOTICE No. 27-393 In the District Court of Wyandotte County, Kansas. Ed. Johnson, Defendant. To Ed. Johnson, Greeting: You are hereby notified that you have been sued by your wife Pearl Johnson, for a decree of divorce in the District Court of Wyandotte County, Kansas, that unless you answer the petition of said plaintiff filed herein on or about the 18th day of March, 1926, said petition will be taken as true and judgment will be rendered against you granting said plaintiff an absolute divorce and such other and further relief as she may be entitled to in equity. E. A. SHACKELFORD, Attorney for Plaintiff. (First Published Jan. 29, 1926.) PUBLICATION NOTICE In the District Court of Wyandotte County, Kansas. County, Kansas. Florence Ethel Williams, Plaintiff. vs. Leroy M. Williams, Defendant. To Leroy M. Williams, Greeting: You are hereby notified that you have been sued by your wife, Florence Ethel Williams, for a decree of divorce in the District Court of Wyandotte oCunty, Kansas, on the grounds of extreme cruelty and gross neglect of duty, that unless you answer the petition of said plaintiff filed herein on or about the 18th day of March, 1926, said petition will be taken as true and judgment will be rendered against you granting said plaintiff an absolute divorce and such other and further relief as she may be entitled to in equity. E. A. SHACKELFORD, Attorney for Plaintiff. (First Published Jan. 29, 1926.) PUBLICATION NOTICE In the District Court of Wyandotte County Kansas. John Maddox, Plaintiff, vs. Ethel Maddox, Defendant. To Ethel Maddox, Greeting: You are hereby notified that you have been sued by your husband, John Madox, for a decree of divorce in the District Court of Wyandotte County, Kansas, on the grounds of desertion and abandonment, that unless you answer the petition of said plaintiff filed herein on or about the 18th day of March, 1926, said petition will be taken as true and judgment will be rendered against you granting said plaintiff an absolute divorce and such other and further relief as he may be entitled to in equity. E. A. SHACKELFORD, Attorney for Plaintiff. (First Published Jan. 29, 1926.) Interracial Report Sent On Request Commission Desires Every Interested Person to Have a Copy. Atlanta, Ga., Feb. 5.—A copy of "Progress in Race Relations", the annual report of the Interracial Movement in the South, will be sent on request to any person interested, according to an announcement from the headquarters of the Commission on Interracial Cooperation, 409 Palmer Bldg., this city. The Commission, says the announcement, is not only willing but anxious that every person desirous of knowing more about the movement shall have the report, nad invites all such to write for it, together with additional pamphlets on the subject. The report, a 16 page booklet, contains a brief but comprehensive survey of interracial activities and achievements, the names and addresses of the members of the Commission, estimates of its work by President Coolidge and Secretary Hoover, and also an excellent photograph of the late Mrs. Booker T. Washington, who till her death was a valued member of the organization. Tennesseeans Make Plans for Race Congress Tennesseeans Make Plans for Race Congress Interracial Leaders Review Year's Work and Set New Goals. Nashville, Tenn., Jan. 27.—Primary responsibility or assistance in fifty or more educational projects, the improvement of facilities for travel, the provision of parks, playgrounds, rest rooms, and other public utilities, aid in averting threatened mob violence, conferences with city officials in the interest of more humane treatment of Negroes, and the extension of legal aid in a number of cases—these were among the activities reported by Secretaries J. D. Burton and Robert E. Clay to the State Interracial Committee in session here today. Among the educational achievements were a legislative appropriation of $100,000 secured for the State A. & M. College, assistance in enactment of uniform eight-months school law for all schools meeting certain conditions, irrespective of color, seventeen county conferences on educational needs, the lengthening of school terms, the raising of salaries, and the erection of scores of new school buildings. The members of the Committee expressed great pleasure with the year's work and tendered the secretaries a vote of thanks and commendation. Reports were heard also relative to certain unfavorable conditions which persist and plans were formulated for their improvement. Among the objectives decided upon by the Committee ewere the following: Adequate high school facilities for colored children, which will require new high schools in many counties, increase of teachers' salaries in counties where they are still low, a state institution for the care of dependent and defective Negro children, full legal protection and justice in the courts, and fuller provisions for comfortable railroad travel. The meeting was attended by sixty public spirited men and women, among whom the following representatives of the colored group were noted: Chariman W. J. Hale, Secretary Robert E. Clay, W. L. Porter, Hon. J. C. Napier, Dr. J. A. Lester, recording secretary of the Committee, Rev. Preston Taylor, M. L. Morrison, Dr. DeMonde, Bishop I. B. Scott, T. W. Talley, C. L. McAllister, Mrs. M. L. Crostwaite, Chairman of Colored Women's Division, Mrs. J. F. Pierce, Vice-Chairman, Mrs. R. S. White, Secretary-Treasurer, Mrs. W. J. Hale, Mrs. J. H. Hale, Mrs. C. W. Cansler, Mrs. J. F. Lane, Dr. Mattie Coleman and Mrs. J. C. Napier. African Methodists Starts Two New Papers African Methodists Starts Two New Papers Philadelphia, Penna., Jan. 25th. Two new periodicals have been started on the A. M. E. Mission field: The South Africa Christian Recorder published at Capetown South Africa with Rev. H. M. Gow, editor, and the West Indies Christian Recorder, published in the Virgin Islands with Rev. S. E. Churchstone-Lord as editor. Each of these papers is named for the Christian Recorder the oldest official organ in that church, and the oldest Negro periodical now in existence having been founded in 1852. Both editors are natives educated in this country. SUPPLEMENT Under Democratic Senator's Fire Washington, Feb. 5.—In the course of his protest against the World Court legislation now before the United States Senate for consideration, Senator Blease, of South Carolina, on Monday, January 25, 1926, said: "I understand what southern differences mean in thinking and speaking of people who belong to the Republican party. Just after the Civil War, or the war of secession, there came into the State of South Carolina some people from the Northern States and some from Eastern States who because of their actions were called carpetbaggers and scalawags. They combined with the Negroes of the Southern States and under deception and deceit those so-called Republicans, who were never entitled to the respect of the name or even to be called as such, because they were the cheapest class of thieves and camp followers of Sherman's army, stayed there for the purpose of robbery and thievery. Therefore, in the Southern States today, when a man wishes to stir up strife and feeling, it is very easy for him to do so by referring to another as a Republican." Toilet Preparations And the Tariff Washington, Feb. 5.—Due to the protective tariff policy of the Republican party, which has not permitted the wholesale dumping on the American market of toilet preparations made by the cheap expert labor in France nad other European countries, the business of manufacturing this line of goods has been profitable. During the past twenty years, several large fortunes have been amassed by progressive women and men of our race through the manufacture and sale of cosmetics and other toilet preparations for the face and hair. The success of these business ventures has been marvelous, and a greater pride in personal appearance has been awakened. The gate has been opened to permanent employment in the manufacturing plants where these preparations are made, to hundreds of young colored women; while as many more find profitable employment in conducting beauty parlors and sales agencies for these almost indispensable articles. These manufacturing establishments, beauty parlors and sales agencies constitute the greatest business training schools that have yet been opened to those ambitious self-supporting colored women who educational qualifications and social life demand a better setting than is afforded by the limitations perculiar to domestic service. The Malones, the Walkers, the Overtons, Miss Jennie Proctor, of the Strait-Tex Chemical Company, Pittsburgh, Pa., and others who have so successfully manufactured and merchandized their goods and created a national market for products made by colored workers have contributed largely to the economic progress of the females of our racial group; but it should be borne in mind that the greatest factor in the equation has been the protective tariff policy of the Republican party, the underlying principle of which is the protection of American industries and American wage-earners and the permanent building up of the home market for products manufactured by citizens of the United States. MARRIAGE LICENSES ISSUED IN KANSAS CITY. KANSAS. Eddie McCray, K. C., K, age.....33 Theo Radler, K. C., K, age.....22 Samuel H. Madison, K. C., K, age.50 Lillie R. Edwards, K. C., K, age.....35 Thomas L. Jackson, K. C., Mo., age 36 Rosa L. Green, K. C., Mo., age .....37 Burnett H. Ambler, K. C., K, age.18 Verbelena E. Harman, K. C., K, .....19 Fred M. Richardson, K.C, Mo., age.22 Helen M. Allen, K. C., K, age.....18 PUBLICATION NOTICE In the District Court of Wyandotte County, Kansas. Joe Dill, Plaintiff vs. Ida B. Dill, Defendant. To Ida B. Dill: 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 23rd day of March, 1926, or said petition will be taken as true and judgment rendered against you, granting him 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 February 5, 1926.) SUPPLEMENT SPECIAL INVITATION to the readers of this paper to come into our big new store at - Opening Saturday, Feb. 6th We want you to visit our store. 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Lilly Oleo 9c ——— es fh Shredded t ure Fork Sausage, 2 Ibs. a to Ibs. sack Aine amburger, Ibs. chi Cocoanut, Ib. 2Ae Creame ty Butter, i, 496 Corn Meal 7c . PLENTY OF PARKING SPACE FOR ALL .-- SOUVENIRS TO ALL .-- WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO LIMIT fi: Fait Rita De aad, 10 ines anctdey, ~Uahle ne reg TA ad Went tO ok Kansas City Advocate This paper not complete without Supplement. New Economic Report on Virgin Islands Washington, Feb. 5.—Economic con- ditions on the Virgin Islands are de- tailedly set forth in a new report, known as Senate Document No. 41, Sixyt-ninth Congress, First Session, which was introduced in the United States Senate, January 18, 1926, by Sentaor Willis, of Ohio. The report was compiled for the U. S. Treasury Department by Rufus S. Tucker, folowing a thorough inves- itgationon the islands by the compiler and Roswell F. Magill of Columbia University Law School. The investigations were primarily made for the purpose of considering the currency situation and the possi- bility of esatblishing an American bank in the Virgin Islands, former- ly known as the Danish West Intdies and purchased by the United States from Denmark in March, 1917, for $25,000,000. Emma Ransom House Opened in New York “The Emma Ransom House”, the new lodging hourse for working girls in New York City has been completed and will be opened under the auspieces of the Y. W. C. A. at an early date. It is equipped with every modern im- provement for the accommodation of some 175 young women, and will be an annext to the Y. W. C, A. building on 137th St. The young women who live in it will have the advantage of all Y. W. C. A. privileges, including baths, gymnasium, dining room, libra- ry, reception rooms, study classes, clubs, lectures, etc. The house is named in honor of Mrs. Emma S. Ransom, for many years an active worker in the New York Y. W. C. A. and the missionary society of New York, where she gained an honorable name for her consecrated and intelli- gent service to the young women of New York. Mrs. Ransom is the wife of Bishop R. C. Ransom, and upon the election of her husband to the bishopric of the A. M. E. Church in 1924, she moved with him to Nash- ville, Tenn., where she still is active in work far-young women. This is a rare honor to a colored wtthan while she still lives. Former Negro Slave ° Dies at 120 Milwaukee, Wis., Feb. 5.—That the rigors of slavery and years spent as a cook with the Confederate Army during the Civil War had no tendency to bring about an early demise was revealed here last week when the birth certificate of Joseph Davis, who just died, showed the deceased to be 120 years old. Davis was born in South Carolina in 1806 and was sold as a slave to a plantation owner. He had seventeen children, the oldest of whom is 95 and the youngest 38. A son here has the birth certificate, which has been authenticated. “Coming Through” Washington, February 5.—Recently in the Pennsylvania Station, in New York City, says “The Presbyterian,” one of the members of the staff of the Presbyterian Board of National Mis- sions discovered that the porter to whom he was talking has one son studying medicine in Harvard Uni- versity, and another a law sutdent at a Presbyterian Univresity for Ne- groes, located in Charlotte, N. C. It developed that this colored fath- er was giving each son half his ex- penses in college, on condition that he earn the other half. One of the sons earned his half during the sum- mer as a Pullman porter. ; . Mothers, Teach — Mothers, Leachers LETTER TO THE ADVOCATE Through the columns of The Advo- eate, I wish to call the attention of the parents and also the teachers of the conduct of the children coming from Stowe school. This is not a crit~ icism, for it is to be expected that children are playful and noisy. On several occasions I have noticed the children running' back and forth across the street endangering their lives. At times they are unduly noisy; also they delight in poking fun at some particular child. AN OBSERVER,