Kansas City Sun

Governor Major- Why Not a Negro Regiment to be Known as the 7th Missouri? VOLUME VI1. NUMBER 26. FEARLESS DEFENDER OF THE RACE (As viewed by a Newcomer.) The old mixim, in substance to the effect that he who would be greatest among men must serve man, is a well founded truth behind which lies the success of individuals, the prosperity of a section and the bounty of a race. In substance, with charity toward all men, and with malice toward no man, is a well founded maxim which needs be a real active part with every business man, irrespective of color, and especially must be present with the descendants of Ham. For if ever a man were born to render service to his own, the Negro business man, the Negro professional man must render this service to his own. Let me be understood. I do not refer to a charity deal. Yet, charity must be, and it is no more than right in the sight of God and man that all be charitably inclined, when such is necessary. I refer to the divine right of helping one's race, when it is necessary to help that race; not along oratorical lines,—for oratory will not pass at par at the grocery, at the meat market, as a coinage for medical attention, or even as dues at the Young Men's Christian Association, or at any of the various churches, or in any of the numerous places to which a dollar must find its way, in order that man may merely exist. I refer to the Negro business men who have business transactions to make, and where it is probable and where it is possible for these business transactions to be made with equal advantage to all parties concerned; and with Negro business men and women; for through this reciprocal effort alone, can it be possible for these men, these enterprises, and the race as a whole, to materially improve, (and material improvement must come if any individual, any section or any race would become a part of the real working forces of the earth). In other words, infidelity among Negro business and professional men toward one another is a regretable thing, to phrase it in drawing room rhetoric: it is a damnable thing, to put it in plain business parlance, it is regretable when a Negro man, no doubt well skilled in his line of real estate, and justly expects business and his livelihood from prospective Negro clients, that this Negro will, upon the very beginning of his commercial career in Kansas City, in the form of repairs on building and a house opening, absolutely ignore all Negro mechanics, and all other Negro enterprises, when these mechanics and these enterprises could have creditably rendered him service in their respective lines of work and endeavor. It is regretable, to say the least, to even have the largest Negro organization for the advancement of Negro youth, and for the making of spiritual and physical manhood, (not only teaching our youth to die, but teaching the mhow to live in body and in soul), let out a large sum for photography to a member of another race, when, without doubt, this work could have been done by a member of the same race as the men whose faces appeared upon the photographic plate made by that member of a different race. These photographers, mechanics, these florists, these decorators do not ask for alms. They merely ask for the chance to do service in their respective lines. They ask only a fair business opportunity. The white unions see to it, in a large degree, that these Negro men and women are not given this opportunity as far as the white unions can influence. Hence opportunity must knock at the doors of the Negro business and professional men, in order that their own may live; for upon business hangs the welfare of a people a welfare second only to religion, when that religion is Christianity.—Christianity void of all frills, fancies and dogma; but just the spirit of Christ in its pure state.—the spirit of love. Can you love a race and not see to it that any member of that race gets the opportunity to do you service, as far as you are concerned, and as far as his ability goes? Can you love a race, or any member of that race aside from your kith and kin, and purchase an abundance of floral decorations from florists proudly boasting of a blood which they claim to be superior to the life fluid which flows in your very veins, when there are two prominent Negro florists in your very city, and where these two florists' product is unexcelled, and where the prices are even lower than those of their white competitors! Then, too, is it even good business to make purchases, or make transactions at a figure which is really higher than the figures that other firms would offer, when quality and price are equal, or better! Can you love the Negro when you invite a number of the members of that race to witness any social function given by a member of that race, when upon all sides are the results of white workmen, when this work could have been done by Negroes, and done creditably, too? We, as a race, do not believe in ourselves; and the strongest of these unbelievers, in most instances, are the Negro business and professional men, who so graciously turn over the cash to the white man, even in larger amounts than prices among Negro merchants would necessitate. Business is a reciprocal condition. The Kansas City Sun We do business with our friends; for our enemies will certainly see to it that we do no business with them. Our friends and clients are in the business term, or business world, synonymous; hence the greatest commercial enterprises have the greatest number of friends, whether these friends are visible or whether they come via correspondence, as is true of the mail order houses. Again let me be understood. I do not condemn any business because of the color of the corpuscles of the skin of the men and women who operate that business. Yet, when any race is not receiving the support of its own people, there is something wrong with the people. In unity, alone, there is strength: in strength there is satisfaction: in satisfaction, harmony: in harmony there is accumulation: in accumulation, wealth; in wealth, strength, and thus the circle of material success and contentment comes back to its point of beginning—unity. In discord there is infidelity; in infidelity there is prejudice; in prejudice, poverty; in poverty, untold weakness of body, mind and soul; in weakness there is infidelity, and thus the circle of non-accomplishment comes back to its point of beginning—infidelity. Then, men and women who would count other than a cipher, "choose ye this day," and while you are rendering unto God those things which are God's, render alke unto God's children the things which are theirs. Render unto Caesar the things which are Caesar's. Let Unity reign instead of Discord; Strength, instead of Indifference; Satisfaction, instead of Explanation; Harmony, instead of Strike; placing Prejudice of all varieties, including not only the Caucasian variety, but "blue-veinism," in their place of the damnable past; placing infidelity to man, your God and my God's own image, in an eternal tomb; and, choosing "the better part," serve man, as He alone served man, and in this service to man, blood of your blood, heart of your heart, and soul of your soul, the time must surely come when Ethiopia shall stretch forth her hands to God; and in the quietie acquired only through Harmony, through Unity and through Love, shall be echoed for aeons and aeons to the souls of a black people who have helped their own. "Well done, though good and faithful servant," and "inasmuch as thou hast done it unto the least of these, thou hast done it unto me." RESOLUTIONS. Oby why should the spirit of mortal be proud Like a swift feeting meteor, a fast flying cloud. A flash of the lightning, a break of the wave Man passeth from life to his rest in th the grave. The leaves of the Oak shall wither and fade Be scattered around and together are laid And the young and the old, the low and the high Shall mould to dust and together shall die. Whereas, the Supreme ruler of the universe in his all-wise arrangements has seen fit to call from this world Mr. Oliver Walker, we the officers and members of the H. R. H. No. 5, extend to the bereaved family our heartfelt sympathy and commend you to the God of the universe. As He has given, so be taken away for He is too wise to be mistaken; too just to be unkind and doeth all things for the best. He has yielded to Victor whom none can resist and entered into that sleep that knows no waking, and no traveler has ever returned, for there is a reaper whose name is death, who reaps where he has never sown. Truly we are living in a world where shadows of death are continually falling upon our pathway telling us that life is uncertain and death is sure. Be it Resolved, that while cruel fate has robbed you of one of your loved ones, we the officers and members of H. R. H. No. 5, extend to you our heartfelt sympathy in this your hour of grief and may God give you grace to bow with resignation before the stroke which has fallen so heavily, but Go bury thy sorrow, the world has its share Go bury it deeply, go hide it with care, Go think of it calmly when curtained by night Go tell it to Jesus, he' knoweth thy grief Go tell it to Jesus, he sends the reilief Go gather the sunshine it sheds on the way He'll lighten thy burden, go every-one pray Many customers are wanting four and five pairs of our shoes while they are cheap, but we do not feel justified in selling one person such a large amount and possibly keep out an honest purchaser, who has not much cash. These sales are put on for the benefit of those who are short on funds and who really need shoes as well as to give opportunity to save a few pennies. G. A. Page, 1508 East Eighteenth street. KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI, SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 1915. LINCOLN AMUSEMENT COMPANY. Subscriptions are now beginning to come in at the Commerce Trust Co. and the offices of agents for stock of the Lineoln Amusement Co. This stock is being offered in subscriptions as low as five shares, $1.00 per share. Mr. Ridge wishes to urge subscribers to make deposits soon as the Grand Opening is planned for about May 1. Our people should give their support to this enterprise as it would mean much to the race, to have a place of Clean Amusement also a place where we may hold our Conventions of various kinds. Remember money may be deposited with the Commerce Trust Co. Subscriptions must be received by March 15. If $25,000 is not raised by April 7, the Commerce Trust Co. will return money without charge. MISS CARRIE E. WATSON. the beautiful and accomplished daughter of Prof. D. G. Watson, this city, who completes a course in Domestic Science at Des Moines college, Des Moines, la., next June. THE ODEN TESTIMONIAL. A Handsomely Engraved Gold Watch and Five Dollars Presented This Gallant Young Defender of the Womanhood of the Race. THE ROLL OF HONOR. The efforts of the Sun to procure a fitting testimonial for Kenneth Oden, the high school boy who gallantly defended a young Colored woman from the advances of a masher culminated Saturday evening in the presentation of five dollars in gold to reimburse him for the fine assessed for "disturbing the peace" and a handsomely engraved Elgin watch with this sentiment engraved thereon, "To Kenneth Oden from Admiring Friends 1915." The Sun is proud of the splendid courageous men and women who responded to its appeal to reimburse this young man for the financial loss "incurred and it shall ever count them among not only its best friends but the best friends of the race. HERE THEY ARE. The Kansas City Sun . . . $1.00 Arthur W. Branham . . . $1.00 Dr. H. M. Smith . . . 25 Mr. and Mrs. R. J. Rice . . . 1.00 Harry J. Brown . . . 25 A. W. Harris . . . $1.00 W. G. Moseley . . . 1.00 Dr. Theo. Smith . . . 1.00 J. E. Herriford . . . 1.00 Rev. W. H. Thomas . . . $1.00 Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Green . . . 1.00 Mr. and Mrs. John Collins . . . 50 South Park A. M E. Mission . . . 50 Geo. Fowler . . . 25 Emmet Spurrells . . . 50 Mrs. E. Foster . . . 20 Prof. T. W. H. Williams . . . 1.00 Mrs. Mattie Davis . . . 11 Mrs. Eva Taylor . . . 15 E. S. Baker . . . 22 Mrs. A. E. Hackley . . . 50 Mrs. A. B. Robinson . . . 25 Mrs. M. L. Craig, Memphis . . 23 L. W. Williamson . . . 10 R. R. Jackson . . . 23 Dr. W. J. Thompkins . . . 1.00 Hon. W. C. Hueston . . . 22 Geo. W. K. Love . . . 50 L. C. Smith . . . 50 Miss Eva P. Washington . . . 28 H. Compton . . . 28 Criterion Cafe . . . 40 R. C. Long . . . 11 Prof. J. C. Hobbs . . . 50 C. A. Starks . . . 50 Jos. D. Dlmery . . . 23 T. D. Henderson . . . 16 C. A. Franklin . . . 15 Mrs. Stella Hubbard . . . 11 Mrs. Sarah L. Hammett . . $2 An admirer . . . 25 Patrons of Rex Theatre . . . 50 Miss Magnolia Lewis . . . 28 Miss Florence Coles . . . 10 W. H. Dawley, Jr . . . 25 M. Clarkson . . . 25 Little Helen Floyd . . . 22 Jno. Rout, K. C. K . . $2 Oscar Moss . . . 11 Jno. Rone . . . 50 Rev. Dr. W. C. Williams Delivered a Remarkable Sermon Last Sunday Night on the Recent Execution of Wesley Robinson. "THE REPRIEVE THAT NEVER CAME." A Vase Congregation Numbering Over 1,200 Filled Every Inch of Available Space in the Church—Hundreds Were Turned Away. On last Sunday night, Dr. W. C. Williams the popular and talented pastor of Ebenezer, A. M. E. church preached a graphic and impressive sermon from the scenes and incidents connected with the execution Monday a week ago of Wesley Robinson who was hanged for the murder of his wife and daughter. Before seven o'clock every seat in the spacious auditorium was filled and at half past seven when the pastor arose to begin service standing room was at a premium. Seats were placed in the lecture room, the choir stand, the chancel, and dozens sat around the pulpit railing and finally the ushers were compelled to turn away large numbers who could not gain admission. Dr. Williams was one of the four ministers who accompanied Robinson to the scaffold and as he narrated the story step by step and incident by incident the silence that pervaded the auditorium and the set look upon the countenance of his auditors indicated that they were drinking in every word of this ghastly narrative. After the usual preliminaries Dr. Williams said in part: On last Saturday by permission of Judge Lathshaw we visited Robinson in the death cell and we talked to him about his hope and he said he expected a reprieve Saturday night or not later than Sunday. On Monday I asked him if he had any message to give to the people.... He said "only this, tell them to meet me in heaven." They sent him a black suit and after he had dressed the marshal came to his cell and says: "I must read the death warrant" and Robinson stood absolutely unmoved. He drank two cups of coffee, then ate an orange, laughed and joked with his cell mate. From the gallows I could see but one Negro in the crowd to witness this execution. When Dr. McDonald said, "Now Robinson brace up." He answered, "I am braced up; the sooner they come the better." I never want to take my chances on death bed religion. When the deputy asked if he had anything to say, he said, "I am happy; I am ready to go." Then the black cap was heastly adjusted over his head which was an ordinary skull cap with a black cloth sewed over it so that it hung down over his face and head, his arms were securely strapped, once at his wrists, again at his elbows and then across his chest. The deputy stepped back and said, "All ready"; the one at the lever said in reply, "When"; the first deputy loudly said "Now." In a second the lever was thrown, Robinson's body shot through a trap and his soul into eternity. At the conclusion of Dr. Williams' description of the hanging he made an impassioned appeal for men and women who wanted to leave the paths of sin and lead the better life to come forward and kneel with him at the altar in prayer and forty-two men and women came crowding to the altar, seven of whom immediately connected themselves with the church. The editor of the Sun who was present was called on for a few remarks in which he reviewed the splendid work Dr. Williams has done during his pastorate, after which a collection of seventy dollars was lifted for the church. Ebenezer has one of the best choirs and most loyal congregation in this city and Dr. Williams is doing a great work both for his church and his race. ROSEDALE, KANSAS Miss Viola Huff, one of the youngest members of the ePleasant Valley Baptist Church, entertained the Mission Circle at her residence, 129 Springfield, with a delicious luncheon Monday...Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Davis have moved to Quindaro...Miss Rosa Morton is still confined to her residence and improving slowly...Revival services are over at the A. M. E. Zion Church as a result of which eight members were added...Miss Martha Brown is seriously ill at her home, 4009 Adams street...Sunday is Communion day at the Pleasant Valley Baptist Church and we are having services every Sunday. Rev. S. A. Anderson is proving an able leader and pastor and we desire the co-operation of all the Churches in the two cities...Miss Hazel Williams was pleasantly surprised by about twenty six of her little friends at her residence, 2830 Lloyd avenue Saturday afternoon. Games and music were indulged in by the young folks after which refreshments were served by Mrs. Walter Henderson, assisted by Mrs. Alfred Davis...Mrs. Frank Madox was hostess of a surprise party given February 15 at her residence in Waldeck street in honor of her husband's anniversary. EULOGY Princess of New Hope Temple No. 138, at the annual Memorial services held February 19, 1915. "Death has been here and borne away, Three sisters from our side, Just in the morning of their day, As young as we, they died. Not long ago they filled their places And sat with us to learn, But now they've run their mortal races And never can return. We cannot tell who next will fall Beneath the chastening rod One must be first, O let us all, Prepare to meet our God." Three times within five months, the grim monster alarmed the outer gates of New Hope Temple No. 138 and forcing an entrance took therefrom three precious souls, in the persons of Ella Morris, Mattie Harvey and Sallie A. Moore Haworth. The first one, Ella Morris, who died in the insane asylum was scarcely known by her sisters. She had been a member a little over four years, but in less than 18 months after she was made a member, of our Temple, her mind became unbalanced and though everything was done for her that could be done by the members of her Temple, her condition became such that we were forced to consent to her being taken to the asylum in St. Joseph. In this condition she lived for more than two years. Suddenly one Saturday evening the news came over the telegraph wires that ister Morris had answered to roll in Heaven. I say Heaven, because, as if by premonition, Sister Morris accepted the plan of salvation many years ago, when she was clothed in her right mind. So when reason left her throne in the mind of this dear sister, it was alright for Christ had purchased the soul and hid it in the hollow of His hand. I imagine I heard my Savior say, "Death, you've gone as far as I permit. Touch the soul for it is mine; I purchased it when Ella was in her right mind." And then too, methinks, that just before those eyes closed forever, the Almighty commanded reason to take her seat once more and allow sister Morris to realize that she was a Princess, the child of a king and that her Father's chariot was swinging low to carry her home. Sister Morris was not so fortunate as to have her husband and the sisters of this Temple to watch by her bedside while she took her departure to the Land of Bliss, but she had greater honors, for methinks the Almighty, knowing that we were not even dreaming of the summons, said to the Angels in Heaven. "Go down and watch by the bedside of one of my little ones; one of New Hope Temple members and see that Death harms her not until my chariot reaches her." So that even though we were not present, she was not alone and simply fell asleep in the arms of Jesus while angels were keeping watek. Sister Mattie Harvey was more fortunate; she was with us and we with her when the end came. No eulogy can do justice to the life of this departed salent. She met and became acquainted with Christ, our Savior during the dark days of slavery and her life in the sisterhood was one long Hosanna to the King. She was known to us as a veteran of the cross. The oly lady suffered many, many hard spells of sickness before death finally claimed her. Her eyesight failed her toward the last and, to add to this calamity, just about four months prior to her death, her faithful and devoted husband was summoned to meet his God. Think of this good old woman, almost blind and her main prop gone, Did I say main prop? Then I am in error. For my God, my Master was there and threw his strong arm of protection around her, for the few days she was to remain here. How she loved the sisterhood. How often she prayed for the success of her Temple When last she met within these Temple walls, among us can forget how she preached her own funeral; telling us that if she should not meet here again to come on to the Kingdom for she would await us there. And when on Friday, November 6, about the noon hour, she silently stole away, the words of the poet came to us so forcibly: "The messenger at noon-day came, She started up to hear A mortal arrow pierced her frame. "She fell but felt no fear." The soul took its flight to its God and as it winged its way upward, we could but sing: "Servant of God, well done, Rest from they loved employ The battle's fought, the victory's won, Enter Thy Master's joy!" On Friday evening July 2, just before Father Time had called the midnight hour, the entire jurisdiction was surrendered with unspeakable bereavement; for the soul of Sallie A. Moore Haworth, bade farewell to the world below and winged its way Heavenward. We were expecting it, yes, and had been for several days and months and yet when death came it was a Like Thee, they conquered in the strife And reign withl Thee on high." They rest; they sleep; they await us on yon shore, for there are no dead. MILLER-BOOZE WEDDING MILLER-BOOZE WEDDING. A very pretty wedding took place Saturday evening at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Shirley Brown, 932 Greely avenue, Kansas City, Kas, when their sister, Mary Miller was united in marriage to Mr. James Booze, Rev. Jackson of the Eighth Street Baptist church read the ring service in the living room before the mantle which was adorned with vases filled with white and pink roses. Before the service Miss Pearl Brown sang, "Mine" accompanied by Miss Orpheus Scott also played the wedding march. The bride who walked with her brother, Maynard Black wore a gown of shadow lave over cream satin. She carried a shower bouquet of bride's roses. The matron of honor was Mrs. Ella White of tS. Joseph, Mo. The ring was carried in a rose by little Marjorie Jackson and the flower girls were the little Misses Lucile Williams and Cora Gray. Mr. and Mrs. Brown were assisted by these friends: Mrs. Edward King, Mrs. Robert McKeee, Mrs. William Towns, Mrs. Carrie Blanton, Mrs. Elliott, Mrs. Maynard Black and Misses Cora Black, Nora Williams, Naomi Scott and Madge Scott, Mr. and Mrs. Booze will be at home after March 1st at 2815 North Seventh street. Rev. T. H. Wiseman of Okmugee, Okla., the sweetest singer and one of the ablest preachers of the race will preach at Allen Chapel next Sunday morning. It is needless to say that the church will be packed to hear this young man whose wonderful and soul stirring singing has brought hundreds to Christ. ALL THE NEWS ALL THE TIME PRICE. 5c. A GREAT PREAGHER Dr. J. W. Hurse Closes a Most Successful and Unequaled Revival. A Preacher Who Is Loved an Admired By Members of All Denominations In This City. Six weeks of earnest laboring closed the revival of St. Stephen's Baptist Church. For three weeks Rev. W. S. Blake conducted the meetings and remaining three weeks were under the direction of the Rev. J. W. Hurse. Great results and more than one thousand people witnessed the baptising Sunday. Forty-one candidates were baptized and seventy fellowshipd. A total of 125 members were added during this great revival. Rev. G. H. Daniels preached the Baptismal sermon and much interest was manifested, and Rev. J. W. Jenkins offered the Baptismal prayer. Rev. Hurse has proven his ability as a home evangelist and the crowd came from far and near to hear him each night. One of the candidates was so enthused and proud of the fact that through this God man he had accepted Christ that he asked to be permitted to pray in the water. He styled Rev. Hurse as a John the Baptist and asked God's DR. J. W. HURSE. The distinguished pastor of St. Stephen's Baptist church, who has just completed one of the greatest revivals in the history of the city with nearly 200 additions to the church...A high Mason, a Pythian and one of the foremost men in the U. B. F. blessings upon him. So great was this meeting that women, men, boys and girls were sorry to see the revival close. Not only are the members of St. Steven's Baptist Church proud of a man like Rev. Hurse but the community at large for he had indeed helped to make Kansas City a better place in which to live. He has helped to better the condition of many homes for many men and women through his instructions leading better lives. Some of the most effective sermons preached were "The Eagle Stirring His Nest," "Five Great Days," "Destruction Train," "Going to a Better Land," "Escape for Your Life, the Storm is Coming," "Dead Child Sneezed Seven Times." Nothwithstanding the inclemency of the weather each night, the church was crowded and much good was derived from cottage prayer services. And prodigals who were astray willingly consented to arise and go home. Not only did Rev. Hurse make plain the word of God each night for three weeks, but he demonstrated that he was one of the great singers of Israel. Dr. Hurse believes in the old, true and tried way of conducting revivals that when a sinner comes to the mourner's bench seeking salvation that he be allowed to stay through faith and humble prayer until salvation breaks in his saul and he arises of his own free will rejoicing and telling what the Master has done for him. As the readers of the Sun well know, in every great forward movement to benefit the race, Dr. Hurse is in the forefront and whether it is to bury the pennless dead, to relieve the wants of a distressed widow or orphan children or whether it is to prosecute some criminal or whether it is to show his people how to vote on men and measures affecting their interests, Dr. Hurse can always be relied upon to do the right thing at the right time. He is in great demand both as a preacher and a public speaker and now has upon his desk invitations to conduct a great revival in the largest and best Baptist church of Nashville, beginning the 5th of March, and also deliver a sermon for the Knights of Pythias at Richmond the 21st. We pray God's blessings upon this great leader and preacher that his life may be prolonged many years, that he may continue his great work in this city, where men of power and courage and religious principles are so much needed. AFRO-AMERICAN CULLINGS One of the very important phases of the work of the Manassas Industrial School for Colored Youth is a summer school, held for the rural school teachers during July of each year. To this come about a hundred teachers from the rural districts, men and women, who are heart and soul in the work. Some of these teachers are well trained and competent, but the greater number are wholly unfit to teach. Many have no training above fifth grade, and often can only read and write with great difficulty. During the winter of teaching, they often have to travel many miles to their school houses, which are usually meager dilapidated frame buildings, neither wind nor rain-proof, where they are compelled to teach all grades and ages in one room. For this they receive pitifully small salaries, and if they want to add any special work over the regular curriculum, the pennies of the children, with a share of their own small income, are forced to meet the added expense. They must find enough inspiration during this one short month at the summer school to carry them through their trying winter. The state of Virginia contributes to the work. Besides this summer school, there is held for these rural teachers of northern Virginia, a teachers' institute during the Christmas holidays, where all questions relating to school life and work are discussed by prominent speakers, as well as general discussions on subjects of school hygiene and teaching methods. There is no doubt that the work accomplished by the school, both in its training of the children and in the broader field of its community work, is of vital importance to the people of northern Virginia—not alone to the colored man, but to the white man as well. That the white man fully realizes this can be judged by the fact that the mayor of Manassas says that the colored community all love and work for the school, and forget to get drunk and get into jail. One mayor told a friend of the school, some years ago, that he attributed his empty jail to the influence of the Manassas Industrial school. The great financial stress confronting this country on account of the European war, and the diverting into foreign channels of much of the support which in ordinary years goes to our own philanthropies, has forced Manassas, as well as other schools of this type, into a very difficult position. The vitality of this work is too strong to let it die, but if the struggle for it existence becomes too great, the work must suffer. There is danger of the crippling of one of our most valuable institutions, which has only gained power for good through years of uniting effort and sacrifice. White citizens of South Carolina have contributed $10,000 for a hospital for Negroes, to be erected at Columbia. There are 75,000 colored people in the state who are without hospitals where they can go for treatment, as the hospitals for white people do not admit them. In Kansas 17 per cent of the women are married, 14 per cent separated, divorced or widowed, and 69 per cent are unmarried girls. Fifty-four women have received medals and rewards for heroism from the Carnegie Hero Fund commission during the past ten years. Although the most intelligent leaders of the race are proud of the folklore songs as the rhythmic cry of the slave, there are those who feel ashamed of them because they hark back to the days of ignorance, superstition and childlike trust. Doctor Dubois says of them: "They are the music of unhappy people, of the children of disappointment; they tell of the death and sufferings and unvoiced longings toward a truer world of misty wanderings and hidden ways. They are the most beautiful expression of human experience born this side of the seas." Special emphasis is placed on these songs in all the southern colored schools, especially in Tuskegee, Hampton, Spellman and Fiske university, to which the Negro folk-lore will always be indebted for its revival. The Fiske jubilee singers sang the slave songs so deeply into the hearts of a half-credulous world that it can never wholly forget them again. Fifty St. Louis women have formed a league with the object of cleaning up that city of rats. The Henry S. Denison memorial building for medical research at the University of Colorado has now been made ready for use. It contains laboratories for research in bacteriology, pathology, physiology, chemistry and clinical methods. Spain has just given assurances to the officials of the Panama-Pacific International exposition that her participation in the exposition will proceed according to original plans, and that the war will have no effect on Spanish participation Salvation In Work. "Work," said Doctor Meyer before the Congregation曼鲁anu, "is the salvation for idle wives." The good rabbi might have added that work is the salvation of everybody—the very salt of human life. The man or woman who does not work is a parasite, a corrupting influence, and a decaying quantity. Any scheme of life which looks to avoidance of work cuts athewart every sound principle of living. Most disastrously of all it affects him—or her—who escapes work U FROM PHOTOGRAPH COPYRIGHT BY INTERNATIONAL NEWS SERVICE GENERAL SCOTT IN CAMPAIGN UNIFORM WALT = 25 That's always the way. Scott never gets well started on an army job anywhere but what he is yanked away to go somewhere and do some pacifying. He is Uncle Sam's star pacifier. Dark-skinned people, whether they he Mexican or straight Indian, or Cuban or Filipino, take to him as children take to a fond uncle. Sometimes he has to lick them first. When he does, he licks them thoroughly. But that is only on rare occasions. As a rule he has them eating out of his hand within a week. Dark-skinned people, whether they be Mexican or straight Indian, or Cuban or Filipino, take to him as children take to a fond uncle. Sometimes he has to lick them first. When he does, he licks them thoroughly. But that is only on rare occasions. As a rule he has them eating out of his hand within a week. Two years ago, with a lifetime of experience behind him, he went down to the Mexican border as colonel of the Third United States cavalry. There he remained until last April, when he came to Washington to become assistant chief of staff and a brigadier general. Only a few weeks ago he moved up to be chief of staff. Those two years on the border made him, obviously, the man to settle the new trouble that has arisen. All through his army career he has made it a rule in all problems with which he has had to deal to "study the personal equation." Two years ago, with a lifetime of experience behind him, he went down to the Mexican border as colonel of the Third United States cavalry. There he remained until last April, when he came to Washington to become assistant chief of staff and a brigadier general. Only a few weeks ago he moved up to be chief of staff. Those two years on the border made him, obviously, the man to settle the new trouble that has arisen. All through his army career he has made it a rule in all problems with which he has had to deal to "study the personal equation." So he studied the personal equation of Pancho Villa, for one, and of Benjamin Hill, the Carranza general, who has been making most of the recent fuss near Naco, Ariz. He came to know both men well, and they, in turn, conceived a profound respect for him and even a sincere afection. His hold over them is said to be remarkable. It is admitted that no man living knows the American Indian more thoroughly than does General Scott. He has fought the Indian and conquered him, but many times more he has reasoned with him and conquered him even more completely. The pre-eminent master of Indian sign language, the author of standard scientific works on American ethnology, General Scott is quite as well known in the field of scholarship as in his profession. Lacking political influence or powerful friends, General Scott was thirty years in the army before the country at large came to know his name at all. His work, remarkable as it was, was done out of the public eye. He did not have the faculty of pushing himself forward. But in recent years the reward has come. Promotion, so long delayed, while younger men leaped over his head, has been rapid. And now he heads the army. Observe him at his desk in the war department, his bullet-torn shirts, shy several fingers busy with the multitude of papers presented to him, giving his orders in gentle, conversational tones, his appearance, his manner, his attitude precisely the same as when he was a major of the line those few years ago, modest, democratic kindly. The erect head, the keen, searching eyes the strong jaw proclaim the man who is master of himself, fit for command. Curiously, the dependents of Uncle Sam know him even better than the civilized folk know him. With the Indians of the West and with the savage peoples of the Sulu archipelago the name of Scott is held in reverence. Their faith in him is absolute, their devotion unswerving. Away back in 1891, when occurred through all the West the last serious Indian outbreak, in some mysterious manner the Indian from the Canadian line to the Mexican border suddenly fell victims to the Messiah craze, went to ghost dancing and left their reservations for the war path, the grim jest that was bandle about through the army posts ran: "The United States army is holding down the Indians in the Northwest; Scott is holding them down in the Southwest." It was generally admitted that Scott did the better job of the two. Every since then, whenever the Indians any where get restless and trouble starts, both the Interior department, which has jurisdiction over the Indians, and the war department set up the cry, "Send for Scott!" Experience has shown that it is far better cheaper and more efficient to put Scott on the It is admitted that no man living knows the American Indian more thoroughly than does General Scott. He has fought the Indian and conquered him, but many times more he has reasoned with him and conquered him even more completely. The pre-eminent master of Indian sign language, the author of standard scientific works on American ethnology, General Scott is quite as well known in the field of scholarship as in his profession. Lacking political influence or powerful friends, General Scott was thirty years in the army before the country at large came to know his name at all. His work, remarkable as it was, was done out of the public eye. He did not have the faculty of pushing himself forward. But in recent years the reward has come. Promotion, so long delayed, while younger men leaped over his head, has been rapid. And now he heads the army. Observe him at his desk in the war department, his bullet-torn hands, shy several fingers, busy with the multitude of papers presented to him, giving his orders in gentle, conversational tones, his appearance, his manner, his attitude precisely the same as when he was a major of the line those few years ago, modest, democratic kindly. The erect head, the keen, searching eyes, the strong jaw proclaim the man who is master of himself, fit for command. Curiously, the dependents of Uncle Sam know him even better than the civilized folk know him. With the Indians of the West and with the savage peoples of the Sulu archipelago the name of Scott is held in reverence. Their faith in him is absolute, their devotion unswerving. Away back in 1891, when occurred through all the West the last serious Indian outbreak, when, in some mysterious manner the Indians from the Canadian line to the Mexican border suddenly fell victims to the Messiah craze, went to ghost dancing and left their reservations for the war path, the grim jest that was banded about through the army posts ran: "The United States army is holding down the Indians in the Northwest; Scott is holding them down in the Southwest." It was generally admitted that Scott did the better job of the two. Every since then, whenever the Indians anywhere get restless and trouble starts, both the interior department, which has jurisdiction over the Indians, and the war department set up the cry, "Send for Scott!" Experience has shown that it is far better, cheaper and more efficient to put Scott on the LAND A PRECIOUS POSSESSION In a story from the western battle front the following bit of information was gleaned: One of the most striking features of the battlefield, and one entirely incongruous with the work in hand, was the sight of peasants plowing their fields as if war were hundreds of miles The New Jersey state board of education decided that the Bordentown Industrial School for Colored Youths shall be made an industrial institution in fact and not merely a school for the academic training of Negro residents of the state. Contemporaneously with this decision the board accepted the resignations of James M. Gregory, principal of the New Jersey school; Mrs. Gregory, the matron, or preceptress, and J. Francis Gregory, teacher of English. Mr. and Mrs. Gregory had been associated with the school for 18 years, or practically since its inception Both admitted that, although they had been trained to teach academic branches they did not feel equipped to care for the needs of a purely agricultural and mechanical arts school. Attempts to choose a successor to Principal Gregory precipitated a wrangle in the board and the matter was laid over for a month. The committee on the Bordentown school recommended the selection of William R. Valentine, a Negro educator of Indianapolis, who was graduated from Harvard in 1904. He is now a supervising principal, having charge of a number of schools, and for three years has been vice-president of the National Education Association for Colored Teachers. Former Senator Joseph S. Frelinghysen and John P. Murray thought that more than one name should be presented for consideration. He also advocated making the selection from Tuskegee institute with a view of bringing the Bordentown school into closer touch with Booker T. Washington and his associate educators. The committee was disposed to resent the comment of the objecting members as a reflection upon its judgment. The Bordentown school, as recently brought to public attention, has been an object of serious criticism for its seeming failure to accomplish the aims for which it was established. In short the industrial features, including agriculture and the mechanical arts, were subordinated to the teaching of academic subjects. The situation is to be exactly reversed, according to the plans for the future outlined by the state board. Never to have had instruction in art and yet ability to paint well enough to have a picture hung at the Charcoal club's exhibit in the Peabody institute at Baltimore, is the fortune of Ernest Atkinson, a Negro porter. "It must be natural instinct," said Atkinson, "for I never had any instruction and never saw an artist work. I just studied other paintings, and what I observed in other paintings I applied to my own work." Atkinson is twenty-eight years old and was born in Kingston, Jamaica, where he lived until eight years ago. He then took to the sea and it is to his memory of those years that enabled him to reproduce his present work. His work is an ocean scene, showing the waves breaking against the shore and two boats in the background, one beating against the wind and the other running before it. His talent was first discovered by Charles H. Webb, an instructor in the Maryland institute, when he was asked to criticize one of Atkinson's paintings. Mr. Webb was astonished at the skill shown, and suggests that it be submitted to the Charcoal club's exhibition. It was submitted without any name on it, and was one of the 82 selected out of the 210 offered. Talk of cutting down next year's cotton acreage in the South—which may be an economic necessity—comes largely from white planters. What the mass of poor Negro tenant farmers will do is a distressing problem, as Booker T. Washington has said. They have never been taught to plant any crop but cotton, and the system under which they borrow money in the spring to carry them and their families until the harvest is based on cotton growing exclusively. If many of them cannot plant cotton in the coming year they will be idle and plung into the deepest poverty. The North now has its une ployed; the South may have a horde of Negroes to look after before the end of 1915.—Springfield Republican. Mrs. Mary S. Howarth of Chester, Pa., just admitted to practice in the supreme court of Pennsylvania, is the first woman in that state to be so honored. Corsets worn by the women on the islands of Malayasia are made of telegraph wires. Bakers in Rotterdam have started to make bread composed of equal parts of flour and potato. They like it. Potatoes there are cheaper than wheat flour. Dr. M. D. Edwards of St. Paul has served 40 years as pastor of Dayton Avenue Presbyterian church, his first and only pastorate. More than 46,000,000 bunches of bananas were imported into the United States last year, or about 40 bananas for each man, woman and child. A man or woman in mental and physical health without work, and the will to do it, is the most pliable spectacle on this sorrowful earth—San Francisco Argonaut. Whales. The whale is not a fish. In everything which characterizes a true fish and separates it from other classes, as reptiles, birds and animals, the whale resembles the last named (the mammals) and differs radically and fundamentally from the fish. NCLE SAM'S STAR even more "My heart bleeds for you," he tell them. "I of Indian scientific grieve that this trouble has been made between you and the great father at Washington, whose Scott is scholarship soldiers are as the leaves of the trees. I do not want them to come among you and kill you. Is there not some manner in which we can adjust the differences; some way to restore the friendship between you and the great father who wishes you well?" have the But in remotion, soaped over the heads ar depart- al fingers, presented to persuasional attitude major of democratic, thing eyes, is master Sam know know him. in the sav- One of General Scott's ancestors was Benjamin Franklin—the general's mother was a great granddaughter of the immortal Ben. It would appear that some of the genius, the philosophy, the diplomacy and the conciliating powers of this, the first American diplomatist, has descended upon the new chief of staff. But, like old Ben, whose phrase on the sign ing of the Declaration of Independence, "We must all hang together, or we shall hang sepa rately," is immortal, General Scott knows when to abandon pacific measures and to fight. So it was when, in 1903, he became governor of the Sulu archipi clago he determined that this was no time and no place to "brother" the bell ligerent natives. The Malay mind he mastered as he had mastered the Indian mind. A licking first and brothering afterward plainly was the course marked out for him. with him and through outbreak, the Indians in border raze, went variations for as bandled down the leading them att did the indians any- both the fiction over set up the far better, att on the Then came the task of breaking up the slave trade in the islands of the archipelago. Alter- nately "brothering" and punishing, Scott achieved his purpose. He wiped out slavery solutely. And when, in 1906, he came to leave, the people wept. Here was a man they could understand; man whose word always was kept. They asked through their chiefs, that he remain to rule over them, but his tour of duty was ended. Back he came to the states to instill other lessons as superintendent of the military acad emy at West Point, for a period of four years. Adaptability, that is one of his qualities. He is adaptable because he knows men, civilize men as well as savage men. Is it any wonder they made him a doctor of the humanities? Seldom does it occur that a young officer just out of West Point—"a shavetail" as the arm knows such an officer—gets his baptism of fire within a few weeks of his graduation. Scott one of the few. away. These farmers are apparently fearless for their own personal safety, but keenly concerned for their homes, many of which have been destroyed by shell fire. How tenaciously these poor peasants of Europe cling to their land! Not even the machine guns and the artillery fire can dislodge them. They are as uneasy and unhappy when divorced from their little acre of soil as a sailor debarred from the sea. They know the meaning and the value of the possession of a piece of land. G EN. HUGH L. SCOTT was just getting the chair of chief of staff of the army comfortably warmed when, the other day, he was hurriedly dispatched to the Mexican border to persuade the turbulent Mexicans to take BY HAMILS L. ENING and presently the trouble was all over. GEN HUGH I, SCOTT, CHIEF OF STAFF OF THE ARMY Again in 1911 when the Hopi Indians in Arizona flew the track, Scott went down and brought them back. Only a year ago, when more of these sparadic disturbances started, this time in the Navajo country, Scott had to leave his cavalry command on the Mexican border and adjust matters. These are but a few instances. How does he do it? Because he knows the savage and the savage mind. He knows how the savage thinks. He has the ability to put himself in the place of the savage. "Brothers," he begins, when he has to do with a band of Indians who are war dancing, "tell me what troubles you." And straightway they tell him of this wrong they have suffered at the hands of the officers appointed over them, of that indignity which in their opinion has been put upon them. In 1878 Lieutenant Camp Robinson, N. Cheyenne expedition officer served controlling and studying him he became the captain in the army. So w of 1891 came along work which ordin would have been can You have heard Apache warrior, w much trouble in t were on the war p General Scott and o near being "buddie You see, after L you," he tell them. "I has been made between her at Washington, whose sizes of the trees. I do not long you and kill you. Is in which we can adjust way to restore the friend the great father who of them had brought of Chiricahua Apache do with them was held as prisoners of eral Scott was sent remained on that Here was a first ready to hand, a he ever assembled on "My heart bleeds for you," he tell them. "I grieve that this trouble has been made between you and the great father at Washington, whose soldiers are as the leaves of the trees. I do not want them to come among you and kill you. Is there not some manner in which we can adjust the differences; some way to restore the friendship between you and the great father who wishes you well?" And then they get down to a settlement. One of General Scott's ancestors was Benjamin Franklin—the general's mother was a great granddaughter of the immortal Ben. It would appear that some of the genius, the philosophy, the diplomacy and the conciliating powers of this, the first American diplomatist, has descended upon the new chief of staff. his ancestors was Benjamin his mother was a great immortal Ben. It would be the genius, the philosophy, the conciliating powers of diplomatist, has descend-of staff. Some phrase on the sign of Independence, "We or, we shall shank sepal general Scott knows whenasures and to fight. 1903, he became governor so he determined that this place to "brother" the bel-Malay mind he mastered the Indian mind. A licking afterward plainly was the him. He gave them! of breaking up the slave of the archipelago. Alter- and punishing. Scott he wiped out slavery ab- he came to leave, the people they could understand; a laws was kept. They asked, that he remain to rule over duty was ended. the states to instill other dent of the military acad- a period of four years. one of his qualities. He the knows men, civilized the men. Is it any wonder or of the humanities? or that a young officer just a shavetail" as the army gets his baptism of fire of his graduation. Scott is for study and obse- kept became fast parted all their pli- extremely military. Then, naturally, Washington for due information, and an nology in the Smith proceeded to write sign language. But then came General Scott close his mind devoted to up the military seed he was the fighter adjutant general he after the fighting to General W For three years, fr- 20, 1902, he was O in doing in Cuba a flicted so much cr- Higher in rank enthusiastic in his he was in those sha- the Northwestern And, as General W success of America was due to the t people possessed and to that adjutant tude toward them. Then to the Phi cavalry went Scott reputation as "the army." Equally a gun and with sym once more demons. It is given to for a country and man one of the few. Philippines. But, like old Ben, whose phrase on the signing of the Declaration of Independence, "We must all hang together, or we shall hang separately," is immortal, General Scott knows when to abandon pacific measures and to fight. So it was when, 12 1903, he became governor of the Sulu archipelago he determined that this was no time and no place to "brother" the belligerent natives. The Malay mind he mastered as he had mastered the Indian mind. A licking first and brothering afterward plainly was the course marked out for him. And such a licking he gave them! Then came the task of breaking up the slave trade in the islands of the archipelago. Alternately "brothering" and punishing, Scott achieved his purpose. He wiped out slavery absolutely. And when, in 1906, he came to leave, the people wept. Here was a man they could understand; a man whose word always was kept. They asked, through their chiefs, that he remain to rule over them, but his tour of duty was ended. Back he came to the states to instill other lessons as superintendent of the military academy at West Point, for a period of four years. Adaptability, that is one of his qualities. He is adaptable because he knows men, civilized men as well as savage men. Is it any wonder they made him a doctor of the humanities? Seldom does it occur that a young officer just out of West Point—"a shavetail" as the army knows such an officer—gets his baptism of fire within a few weeks of his graduation. Scott is one of the few. In Europe the landowners are the social and political leaders. How important the ownership of land is in the eyes of Europeans is demonstrated by the zeal which European immigrants show in getting hold of farms in this country. They labor ceaselessly to obtain land, and when they secure it they cling to it with bulldog persistence. But the phenomenon noted in the war dispatch has its cheerful side. The resoluteness with which the peasants maintain their hold on the land and continue to cultivate it even while bul- job of bringing peace to the troubled Indian souls than to send out a squadron of cavalry, as was done in ancient days. Back in 1908, when Scott was serving as superintendent of the military academy at West Point, the Navajos in New Mexico and the Mexican Kickapoo, in Arizona started trouble. Scott was yanked away from West Point, sent among the hostiles practically alone, and presently the trouble was all over. Again in 1911 Born in Kentucky in 1852, he was graduated from West Point in the class of 1876. That summer Custer had gone out with his regiment, the famous Seventh cavalry, as part of General Terry's column, in the expedition against the Sloux. Custer and five companies of his command were cut off and wiped out to the last man on the Little Big Horn river in Montana. Scott and a number of other graduates of his class were hurried West to take the places in the regiment of those killed. He joined his regiment at Fort Abraham Lincoln, on the Missouri river, in Dakota territory, and he, with five other officers, slept their first night in the room formerly occupied by Custer. Then to the field. Through all the Northwest country the Indians were in arms. The Seventh was sent down the Missouri to disarm and pacify the Indians. It was bitter, trying work, a mixture In 1878 Lieutenant Scott's regiment was at Camp Robinson, Neb., and participated in the Cheyenne expedition. Then, until 1891, the young officer served continuously on the plains, fighting and studying and learning. And presently he became the acknowledged Indian authority in the army. So when the ghost dancing craze of 1891 came along he was sent alone to do the work which ordinarily a column of cavalry would have been called upon to do—and he did it. You have heard of old Geronimo, the famous Apache warrior, who gave the government so much trouble in the days when the Apaches were on the war path in the Southwest? Well, General Scott and Geronimo for three years came near being "buddies." You see, after Lawson and Wood and the rest of them had brought in Geronimo and his band of Chiricahua Apaches, the problem of what to do with them was difficult. Finally, they were held as prisoners at Fort Sill, and in 1894 General Scott was sent to take charge of them. He remained on that duty three years, 1894-97. Here was a first-class ethnologist's laboratory ready to hand, a bunch of the wildest Indians ever assembled on the continent, herded together, unable to get away, offering a fruitful field for study and observation. The keeper and the kept became fast friends, and the Indians imparted all their lore to the studium but extremely military person who had them in hand. Then, naturally, General Scott was ordered to Washington for duty in the division of military information, and assigned to the bureau of ethnology in the Smithsonian institution, where he proceeded to write his famous report on Indian sign language. But then came the Spanish-American war. General Scott closed the door on that portion of his mind devoted to abstract science, and opened up the military section to its fullest. Once more he was the fighting cavalry man. As Ludlow's adjutant general he went to Cuba, and presently, after the fighting was over, he was adjutant general to General Wood, commanding the island. For three years, from 1898 to the evacuation May 20, 1802, he was General Wood's right-hand man in doing in Cuba that historic work that has reflected so much credit on the nation. Higher in rank now, he was just as eager and enthusiastic in his study of the Cuban people as he was in those shavetall days of 1876 away off on the Northwestern plains in studying Indians. And, as General Wood tells it, very much of the success of American administration in the island was due to the thorough understanding of the people possessed by this hard-working adjutant and to that adjutant general's sympathetic attitude toward them. Then to the Philippines as major of the Third cavalry went Scott, there again to justify his reputation as "the greatest little pacifier in the army." Equally apt in pacifying with a machine gun and with sympathetic acts and words. Scott once more demonstrated his many-sidedness. It is given to few men to be able to shoot up a country and make the people like it. Scott is one of the few. He did that very thing in the Philippines. of pacific and warlike measures; here a tribe to be won to peace by balaver; there to be whipped into doctility. As his fellow-officers tell it, Scott had not been in the field twenty-four hours when he became fascinated by a study of the Indian, and particularly of the Indian sign language. He was forever talking with the Indian prisoners, learning from them, gaining an insight into their mental processes. The next year—1877—came the Nez Perces uprising in idaho and that wonderful retreat of Chief Joseph from Idaho 1,500 miles through Montana and almost to his goal, the Canadian line. Howard and Gibbon pursued from behind; Miles, from the east, attempted—and finally succeeded—to head off the wily Indian strategist before sanctuary could be found in Canada. The Seventh cavalry was in the front, but just before Joseph and his band were caught at Snake Creek, and just before that two-day battle in which Joseph was forced to surrender, Lieutenant Scott was detached for special duty. Leutenant Scott's regiment was at Jason, Neb., and participated in the expedition. Then, until 1891, the young and continuously on the plains, fighting and learning. And presently the acknowledged Indian authority. So when the ghost dancing craze be along he was sent alone to do the ordinarily a column of cavalry been called upon to do—and he did it. He heard of old Gerimo, the famous prior, who gave the government so late in the days when the Apaches war path in the Southwest? Well, it and Gerimo for three years came "buddies." After Lawson and Wood and the rest brought in Gerimo and his band in Apache, the problem of what to them was difficult. Finally, they were owners at Fort Sill, and in 1894 Genoa sent to take charge of them. He that duty three years, 1894-97. A first-class ethnologist's laboratory and, a bunch of the wildest Indians led on the continent, herded together to get away, offering a fruitful field and observation. The keeper and the fast friends, and the Indians imher plains lore to the studious but military person who had them in hand. Naturally, General Scott was ordered to for duty in the division of military and assigned to the bureau of eth-the Smithsonian institution, where he wrote his famous report on Indian age. He came the Spanish-American war. It closed the door on that portion of voted to abstract science, and opened early section to its fullest. Once more fighting cavalry man. As Ludlow's general he went to Cuba, and presently fighting was over, he was adjutant general Wood, commanding the island, years from 1898 to the evacuation May. He was General Wood's right-hand man Cuba that historic work that has re-ruched credit on the nation. Rank now, he was just as eager and in his study of the Cuban people as those savveltai days of 1876 away off on western plains in studying Indians. General Wood tells it, very much of the American administration in the island so the thorough understanding of the assessed by this hard-working adjutant general's sympathetic attitude them. The Philippines as major of the Third Intant Scott, there again to justify his has "the greatest little pacifier in the usually apt in pacifying with a machine with sympathetic acts and words. Scott demonstrated his many-sidedness. To few men to be able to shoot up and make the people like it. Scott is few. He did that very thing in the lets whistle and shrapnel hisses around them, is a prophecy of the quickness with which they will repair the ravages of the war when the red scourge has passed. One on the Pill Compiler. "I always cure my own hams," remarked a prominent physician at a banquet the other evening. "If that is the case, doctor," rejoined a lawyer who was present, "I'd rather be one of your hams than one of your patients."—Indianapolis Star. INTERNATIONAL SUNDAY SCHOOL LESSON (By E. O. SELLERS, Acting Director of Sunday School Course Moody Bible Institute, Chicago.) SAMUEL, THE VICTORIOUS LEADER. LESSON TEXT I - Samuel 7:3-17. GOLDEN TEXT I - Hitherto hath Jehovah helped me. I Samuel 7:12 R. V. Having prepared a "gullt offering," 6:4-9, the Philistines started the ark back towards Shiloh. As a punishment for their sacrilege and perhaps for their boastful pride, God punishes the men of Beth-Shemesh and finally the ark finds rest in the house of Abinadab, 6:10-21, 7:1, 2. For 20 years Israel was under discipline in bondage, v. 2. 1. "And Samuel spake . . . saying, vv. 38. It is possible that attimes Samuel was a fugitive, but that he was praying, teaching and preaching "the word of Jehovah" we are assured. At last Israel was "drawn together," v. 2 R. V. margin. Undoubtedly Samuel's pure life and his faithful witnessing had as much to do with this assembling as did the oppression of the Philistines. Samuel told the people plainly that in order to be delivered from the Philistines Israel must "return unto Jehovah with all your heart." The putting away (judging) of sin and all idols is the first step of any real, genuine repentance towards God, Isa. 55:7. When Israel adopted Ashtaroth and the "strange gods" they possibly did so with no thought of forsaking Jehovah, but rather with the idea of "enriching" their worship. Such liberality, such a federation of religions is weakening to the cause of faith, Matt. 6:24, I John 2:15, James, 4:4. Samuel might be called "narrow," but his exhortation to Israel that they return to the love and worship of Jehovah, to the obedience of his laws with whole-souled devotion, was the first, and the most essential requisite to their freedom. Israel's response (v. 4) meant not alone self-denial, but a revolt against the Philistines. This meant also the giving up of amusements and profits which might accompany such worship. The word "heart" includes the will, affections, motives and powers of soul. Not merely a surface emotion, but a deep change of heart and character. It is sad to recall that this was a reformation, not a regeneration (ch. 8:8), but such is the history of an emotional reformation. One day, however, we shall see that one will last last, Rom. 11:26. Samuel is a type of Christ as a prophet and also as an intercessor, Heb. 7:25. Gathering the people at Mizpah ("a lookout") he caused the people to look to God. Such a gathering was an evidence of that unity of the people of God which must ever precede prevailing prayer, Ps. 99:6, Heb. 10:25. The meeting began by a prayer by Samuel who was nearest to God. They than poured out water upon the ground, a symbol of their utter helplessness, also of the pouring out of their hearts before God, II Sam. 14:14; Ps. 62:8. Israel also "fasted"—an expression of sorrow for sin which was so deep that they could not eat, and a sign of the humiliation of self and an earnest desire to find God, Dan. 9:3, Acts 13:2, 3. They made confession of sin, there was no boasting of virtue, Ps. 51:4 11. "And Samuel offered a burnt offering." vv. 9-12. Twenty years of bondage bred a spirit of fear in the hearts of the Israelites and in their extremity they turned to Samuel to intercede for them. Christians have a better one as their intercessor, I John 2:1; Heb. 7:25; Rom. 8:34. Israel no longer places its trust in an outward symbol as when formerly they sent for the ark, ch. 4:3. All real prayer is preceded by sacrifice, and the only ground we have upon which to approach a holy God is to shed blood, Heb. 10:19, John 14:6. This is also a type of entire consecration. The lamb of Samuel's sacrifice is a type of our Christ who entered into God's presence for us "by his own blood," Heb. 9:11, 12. Having thus properly approached God, Samuel cried for Israel, and "the Lord heard him," Heb. 17:9. In the midst of this the Philistines gave battle (v. 10) even as Satan often makes his fiercest assaults upon us in the midst of our holiest exercises. God "thundered with a great voice," v. 11, marq, with discomfiture and fear to the enemy, I John 5:14. No voice of Israel could have effected such results but the voice of God in response to the prayers of a godly man brought victory, James 5:16. Both secular and sacred history record instances where God used the elements to deliver his praying people. The storm which destroyed the Spanish armada and saved England; the unusual winds and tides which saved Leyden came in connection with the most earnest prayers, see also III Kings 19:35. In this we see a fulfillment of Hannah's prophecy, ch. 2:10. In our last lesson Israel was defeated, 4:10, now they pursue the Philistines as far as Beth-car and Shen, an unknown place west of Mispeh. Between the latter and Mispeh, Samuel erected a memorial pillar and called it "Ebenezer," the Stone of Help, where 20 years previous Israel had suffered defeat and the ark of God was captured. So this stone was a twofold monument of a victory, and also of deliverance from 20 years of bondage. Ever and anon the church has cause to set up its Ebenezers for new deliverances. Parsecution and corruption have not yet prevailed against the true church of God. Matt. 16:18. The Heart of the Lesson. This lesson is a great revelation of the power and effectiveness of intercessory prayer. "Moses and Aaron among his priests, and Samuel among them that call upon his name," Ps. 99:6, seems to place Samuel at the head of Israel's intercessors even as Moses and Aaron led the prophet priests. Prayer for others is not only a duty, but a privilege and joy as well. THE KANSAS CITYSUN PUBLISHED WEEKLY All communications should be addressed to the Kansas City Sun, 1803 East 18th Bldr. Bell Phone East 999. Entered as second-class matter, August 12, 1908, at the postoffice at Kansas City, Mo., under the act of March 3, 1879. Nelson C. Crews.....Editor and Owner Willa B. Glenn.....General Manager J. J. TYLER.....Adv. Agent Eva P. Washington, Traveling Repres- sentative. U. S. HUMPSO N.....Adv. Agent Rosa Morton.....Collector Almeda Johnson.....Collector Mrs. Z. Nelson, Agent. Elmer Craig.....Collector SUBSCRIPTION RATES: CHURCH DIRECTORY. Bettel A. M. E. Church, 24th and Flora. St. Stephen's Baptist Church, 604 Charlotte St. Benjamin M. E. Church, 19th and Woodland. Second Baptist Church, 10th and Charlotte. Allen Chapel A. M. E. Church, 10th and Charlotte. Kansas Ave. Baptist Church, 46th and Kansas. Ebenezer A. M. E. Church, 17th and Treacy. St. Augustine's P. E. Church, 11th and Troost. Vine St. Baptist Church, 1825 Vine St. Woodland Chapel A. M. E. Church, 11th and Woodland. Shine Valley Baptist church, 1120 Crystal avenue. B. F. Church, 1120 Bell St. Monica's Catholic, 17th and Lydia. Morning Star Baptist Church, 2311 Vine. Highland Avenue Baptist Church, 1111 Highland. Centropolis A. M. E. Church, Centropolis, Mo. St. James A. M. E. Z. Church, 1832 Woodland. Third Baptist Church, Roundtown. People's Mission, 30th and Genesee. St. Paul's Baptist Church, 19th and Highland. Baptist Church, 19th and Friendship Baptist Church, 17th and Tracy Avenue. 614 Charlotte St. Pilgrim Baptist Church, 614 Charlotte St. Pleasant Green Baptist Church, Independence Avenue and Tracy. 614 Charlotte Baptist Church, 19th and Anawk. Bigelow A. M. E. Mission, 5th and Lloyd. Progressive Baptist Church, 29th and Summit. C. M. E. Church, 1817 Flora Ave. St. Jane, Baptist Church, 4038 Mill St. Prospect Place. M. E. Church, 4038 A. M. E. Mission, 565 Grand Ave. KANSAS CITY, KAN. CHURCHES. First A. M. E. Church, 8th and Neb. Great Green Baptist Church, 1st and Splitton. Eighth St. Baptist Church, 8th and Oakland. Metropolitan Baptist Church, 9th and Washington. Bethel A. M. E. Church, Water and Steward Streets. St. Paul A. M. E. Church, 21st and Ruby. King Solomon Baptist Church, 3rd and State. Quindaro A. M. E. Church, Quindaro, Rasant Valley Baptist Church, Rosedale, Kan. M. E. Church, 9th and Oakland. A. M. E. Church, 4th and Oakland. Salter Church, A. M. E. Church, South Park, Kan. Protestant Episcopal, 3rd and Stewart. St. Baptist Chapel, 9th and Ruby. Wesley Chapel M. E. 106 Shawnes St. Paul A. M. E. Zion Church, 4000 Ada. Bethel A. M. E. Church, Rosedale, Kan. Mt. Zion Baptist Church, 4th and Vir- tor. Ebenezer A. M. E. Church, Sanford and Tremont. Mt. Zion Primitive Baptist Church, Worcester avenue and Tangent street, Rosedale. EDITORIALS. On the occasion of the annual roll call and reception to new members held at Allen Chapel Thursday evening quite a number of the prominent members were at the Shubert. The zero of self-respect is reached by the Negro who will pay his money to enter a theatre by the alley door, sit upon a seat far beyond the range of hearing and have a good time. In times of passionate contention the most eloquent words are those that are not spoken. Silence never has anything to regret nor any harsh words to recall. It is also the greatest eloquence. Quite a few articles received for publication were omitted this week on account of lack of space but will appear next week. Persons at Moberly, Weir, Kansas, Holden, Farmington, St. Louis and others take notice. Those who delight in reading "hot stuff" are respectfully referred to a perusal of the charges preferred by Ira T. Bryant, head of the A. M. E. Sunday School Union, against the newly elected Bishop Joshua H. Jones. Compared with this the Garrison Square episode is a prayer. The national house of representatives, in order to show that it has lost none of its bourbon anti-Negro fervor, has voted to cut out the annual appropriation to Howard University. Isn't it strange that such demonstrations are always made by democrats? Yet we are told that the democrats are our very best friends. This time the night riders are terrorizing the Negroes down in New Madrid county, not because of any lawlessness upon part of our people but because they are thought to be too prosperous and too law-abiding. The average poor white man just can't stand to see a Negro make any real headway. He likes the truckling, jim-crow black man but he cannot bear the ambitious, thrifty, self-respecting Negro. The worst part of it all is that our people do not learn from all these sufferings the lesson of unity and race loyalty. Cheap white concerns are patronized rather than struggling enterprises of our own people until the white concern is strong enough to close its doors against our trade, then the support is diverted to build up another enterprise of the same ind. A good illustration of this may be had by watching the trade at the white drug store across the way from the Negro drug store. How poor and weak is the Negro, shorn of this last vestigae of self-respect. Naturally the bill introduced into the Missouri legislature to appropriate ten thousand dollars for the encouragement of agriculture among Negroes will not become a law, notwith- Health Hints By Dr. Lloyd E. Bailer A weekly discussion of Hygiene and Sanitation, First Aid Measures and Preventive Medicine. Questions will be answered but no diagnoses nor prescriptions will be given in this column. Kansas City Sun One Year for ONE DOLLAR and FIFTY CENTS, cash or credit. 1803 East 18th Street. NELSON C. CREWS, Editor and Owner. A. B. ON TEA, COFFEE, AND COCOA. Many person claim that the above mentioned stimulants produce greater energy, especially for mental work, and that the process of thought may be facilitated by their means. Whatever this property may be, it is available only in small amounts in such stimulants and does not exceed a certain limit beyond which lies danger, for the same rule applies to these beverages as to alcohol. Some authorities condemn them entirely and go even so far as to call them poisonous. The best medical thought, however, does not condone exaggeration and fanaticism in any form but teaches moderation and so scribble in all things. Millions of human beings who use these stimulants daily would find life burdensome with out them. Consequently, it would be of little use to make prohibitions which will not—we almost said cannot—be kept. We can with wisdom, however, point out the dangers of the excessive use of tea, coffee and cocoa and advise that some limit be set for their use so that they may be taken in moderation. There are two varieties of tea, both of which, however, are gathered from the same plant; their only difference lies in their method of preparation; their differentiation is in color -black and green. The most important elements in tea are theine - a substance that is identically similar to caffeine in coffee - certain oils, and tannin. Green tea contains more theine, oils, and tannic acid than black tea, hence it is stronger. A cup of tea is usually followed by a feeling of great comfort; we feel lighter and less fatigued as a result of the combined action of the oils and the theine. The tannic acid contained in tea is often beneficial in certain of the diarrheas. Many persons do not bear tea well because of the digestive disturbances set up by the tannic acid. Hence it is not advisable to take tea when the stomach is weak. Excessive tea drinking is productive of nervous irritability, sleeplessness, palpitation of the heart, trembling, etc. Small qualities of a strong infusion produce the same results; hence it should be standing the deservedness of such an act. The bill is just a little bait offered to the colored democrats of the state and good excuses will be made for its failure, thus accomplishing its real purpose. The state is finding it more profitable to crowd the cities with idle Negroes, thus recruiting the criminal ranks than to encourage such honest rural thrift among us as will make us the envy of the one-gallused rubes who organize and operate unmolested the Night Rider gangs. MOBERLY MO By MRS, W. H. DAVIS. The services at Grant Chapel Sunday were well attended and the collection was good...Mrs. Kitchen is somewhat improved at this writing...Mrs. Washington is slowly improving...The services at the Pilgrim Rest Baptist church was well attended. The pastor, Rev. J. S. Swancy, delivered a glorious sermon Sunday night...We are sorry to report at this writing that Brother Jesse Brown is very low at his home on Forest avenue...Mrs. Julia Harve yentainted the Mission Circle Wednesday...Our mid-wee prayer meetings are growing more spiritual and the young members manifest much interest...The entertainment given by Mrs. Julia Harve was quite successful...Rev. and Mrs. Swancy were called to taken weak. Tea is also more irritating to the kidneys than coffee. The most important constituent of coffee is caffeine which, as before mentioned, is chemically identical with theine. When coffee is roasted aromatic oils arise which give to it a delicious aroma. In moderate quantities coffee exercises a beneficial effect upon the kidneys. In excessive quantities it is a powerful stimulant to the heart and nervous system. Hence, when coffee is taken it is more hygienic to take it not too strong and invariably with cream or milk. Cocoa is a very mild stimulant and at the same a very valuable article of food. As its active principle it contains the theobromine, a substance similar though not identical with caffeine. Cocoa presents fewer drawbacks than tea or coffee; it is less exciting to the nervous system and is much more nutritious as it contains albums, carbohydrates, and fats. We think therefore, that it is clearly the best of all stimulants in spite of the fact that it very slightly increases the amount of uric acid. Certain persons, however, who possess an individual intolerance for cocoa should drink it very weak or not at all. We would very strongly advise against the use of tea, coffee, or cocoa for children. This is especially true of tea and coffee which, even in very weak infusions, are decidedly harmful to the growing child. It is not advisable to drink either tea or coffee three times a day. Often coffee is used for the morning meal and tea for the noon or eneing meal. In this event not more than one cup should be taken at each meal. Persons who use tea or coffee only once a day may take two cups provided the infusion be not too strong. Let us not forget that excessive tea or coffee drinking endangers the heart and nervous system. The damage may not be apparent today or tomorrow or even next year, but, constantly developing, it will appear with the passing seasons and, like all such progressive disorders cannot be quickly repaired. We assure our readers that such maladies leave much to be desired and should be wisely avoided in the moderate use of tea and coffee. Frankfort, Mo., to attend the funeral of the latter's uncle, Mr. Milton Jackson who died February 15. Rev. Swancy officiated...At the Second Baptist church, Rev. G. L. Miggins preached two soul stirring sermons...Mrs. J. W. Cook of Higbee was in the city Friday, the guest of Miss Elmerine Taylor...Mrs. A. B. Brooks at present the dining room matron at Dalton, Mo., in the Bartlett Agricultural and Industrial school was in the city Sunday and Monday on a business trip...Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Wells entertained Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Taylor at dinner Sunday...The Mission Circle met at the home of Mrs. Lula Diggs Thursday afternoon. There were about fifteen members present...The Calendar club met at the home of the president, Mrs. J. A. Barton, Wednesday afternoon. Thirty guests were present. A delightful two course luncheon was served...Miss Elmerine Taylor went to Dalton Monday to furnish music for the Farmer's conference which will be held February 25-26. Sixty pupils were in attendance at the Second Baptist church February 21, and we are hoping to have 100 at an earl ydate. Daily Thought. Nature has perfections in order to show that she is the image of God; and defects, in order to show that she is only his image—Pascal. OUR DEAD Composed by Magnolia Lewis. Rendered by Mrs. Versia Rice, 1015 Tracy at Memorial Services of New Hope Temple No. 138. Did you say they were dead? Nay 'tis pot so. True, they've gone from us to the land above And left this earth below But they sleep, a sleep profound and deep And rest for their labor's o'er. Once they walked and talked like us On this earth below. Conversed with us; and met with us, Yes and helped us grow. But they grew weary and God knew best And he bade them rest, forevermore They are not dead; there is no death For they, who love the Lord And this great change ascribed to Is a manifestation of the power of God. Did I say my siset dirndsLu5x Kl Did I say my sisters did not die While I know they've gone away To return no more, for they reign on high But they are not dead, for they live for aye. We shall miss them for we loved them everyone Yes 'tis true But God loved them best and took them from us And reign in Heaven, too. They are not dead for there is no death The righteous cannot die The servant of God just falls asleep For he is under God's watchful eye Death has no terror; it has no sting Christians were not born to die. They are not dead for there is no death They await us in a fairer clime, God called them home with a gentle breath And they went up there to shine. We too must go but we fear not death We are trusting in God sublime. Hush. tread softly, bow the head, We pause to drop a tear For we are mortals and the sorrow has not fled Those parting words we just will hear On the wings of the morning our loved ones fled But their spirits are hovering near. Rest on sweet souls for we're coming too We'll meet to part no more Tell the Savior how we're plodding along And we're coming home when the battle's o'er. We're coming home in one great band To help crown him Lord of all, We're praying each day in this sinful land To be ready when he shall call You've beaten us there but in wait you must stand For us to help crown Him Lord of all. Sweet Sisters, farewell, we know you are there But your memory ever remains here We followed you just as far as we could But we had to leave you at the bier We bid you farewell, yes a long farewell While we wipe away our tears. Electricity Cheap in Japan. Electricity is cheap in Japan and the use of the current is becoming very general. The checker tournament conducted by Prof. Wm. E. Griffin grows in interest each week. The Paseo building contains more and better books and pictures than the Central Association. The Evening "Gym" class at 8:15 p. m. is the pep class of the Y. M. Every fellow is on the job at the appointed time. The volley ball teams of the Business Men's Noon-day Class, are playing neck and neck. The Ham-Fats seem to have a shade the better of the Boneheads. The large assortment of books, the result of the book shower are being catalogued by Miss Ethelaine Wilson, Librarian of the Garrison Field House. Those who know say that this is one of the finest collections of books, for the number represented, to be found. A large number of the books by Colored Authors contain their autographed signatures. The Association has been open three months last Sunday. In the Praise and Thanksgiving service the Executive Secretary called the members' attention to the number of blessings that have come to the Association during the past three months or since the opening of the building. Among the causes for Thanksgiving were; the enrolling of over 400 members with the second largest boys' department in the country, the loyalty shown by this membership, the changed life of a large number of men and a greater number of boys; there having been twenty-five men who have made decisions for Christ in the Sunday meetings; the large number of men in the dormitory, the fine patronage that has come to the cafeteria. So impressed with the testimonials given by the men for Christ who took part in the meeting two young men confessed Jesus as their Lord and Saviour. A strong address will be given next Sunday. All men feel welcome at these meetings. TROY, KANSAS. Rev. P. W. Weaver is assisting Rev. McTassel in a series of meetings at Horton, Kas, this week. Mrs. Mary Schumache, Mrs. M. W. Webster and children of St. Joseph, M., visited in Trop from Friday until Monday. Mrs. Cheek of Hiwatha, Kas, was the guest of Mrs. Ada Wakefield Friday and attended the dance Friday night ...Mr. Robert Swinney of Hlawatha, Kas, and his daughter, Miss Genevieve of Liberty, Mo., attended the dance Friday night...Messrs. Robert Swinney, Jr. Alonzo Allen and Clifford Lair of St. Joseph were Troy visitors Friday night...The Lilies of the Valley Temple and U. T. Vernon Lodge were entertained Friday evening at the home o the Worthy Princess Mrs. Mollie Brown and a pleasant evening was spent. A dainty two course luncheon was served; and a guessing contest was one of the jolliest events of the evening...The first prize, a dainty nut dish, was won by Mrs. Nelle E. Howard; the second price, a fancy pie plate, was won by little Lilianey Webster and the "booby" prize was won by Mrs. Geo. Lair...Born to Mr. and Mrs. Ira Wilkinson a daughter whom they named, Lora Christine. Mother and baby are doing fine...Mr. Charles Schumache went to St. Joseph Monday on business...Miss Kathalee Wallace and Mr. Burgess Snyder were married at the court house Monday, February 22, by the probate judge...Mr. Fred Starr and Mr. Clq Hammond of Highland, Kas., attended the ball in Troy Trial Friday. The Young Wife. "My wife got her recipes mixed and all her hard work went for nothing." "How was that?" "She tried to make chocolate fudge out of a formula for cleaning brass work." HEALTH WEEK. Tuskegee Institute, Ala. — After carefully considering the whole matter, I am authorized by the Executive Committee of the National Negro Business League to invite the following organizations, as well as others to be named later, to unite with the League in observing a National Health Week: Daily and weekly newspapers, Health journals, The National Medical Association, The National Association of Graduate Nurses, The National Association of Colored Women's Clubs, The National League on Urban conditions among Negroes, The National Association of Teachers in Colored Schools, The National Negro Press Association. The bishops and other officers of colored religious denominations, State Median Associations, Annual Church Conferences and Associations, Secret society, organizations, Colored insurance companies, Farmers' Conferences, Farmers' Improvement Societies, Churches, schools, and other local organizations, State health officers. In Alabama, Louisiana, North Carolina and other states special Health Days have at one time or another been observed. For some years the Virginia Organization Society, under the leadership of Major R. R. Moton, has observed a Health or Cleanup Week. It is thought to be well to unite all these efforts into a National Movement and join the movement on to the Virginia effort. It is thought the race will welcome this opportunity to unite all these efforts in one great National Health Movement, and thus gain the benefit of the momentum and the enthusiasm that will come from the great united Health Movement. Without Health and until we reduce our high death rate it will be impossible for us to have permanent success in business, in property getting, in acquiring education, or to show other evidences of progress. WITHOUT HEALTH AND LONG LIFE ALL ELSE FAILS! The following facts will illustrate something of the need and importance of this health movement: 450,000 Negroes in the South alone are seriously ill all the time; the annual cost of the sickness of these 450,000 Negroes is $75,000,000. 112,000 Negro workers in the South alone are sick all the time; their annual loss in earnings is $45,000,000; 45 per cent of the annual deaths among Negroes are preventable. 225,000 Negroes of the working class die annually; 100,000 of these deaths can be prevented. The annual funeral expenses of Negroes in the South alone are $15,000,000; $6,500,000 of this amount could be saved. Sickness and death cost Negroes of the South alone, $100,000,000; $50,000,000 of this amount could be saved. We must reduce our high death rate, dethrone disease and enthrone health and long life. We may differ on other subjects, but there is no room for differences here. Let us make a strong, long, united pull together. Other facts will appear in the weekly press and in circulars from week to week, and information will be gladly furnished. BOOKER T. WASHINGTON. Peace Power Plenty Are you Discouraged, Discontented or Despondent? Are you Poor, Poverty-stricken or Painful? Are you Sick, Sad or Sinful? If so, write now and learn the SECRETS OF PEACE, POWER AND PLENTY. GEO. W. SPEARS P. O. Box 21 INDEPENDENCE, MO. Rooms For Rent FOR RENT—Modern furnished rooms with heat. 2531 Michigan Ave., Bell Phone, East 4594. Mrs. Jennie White and Roscoe White. 2010 Bales—Three rooms for rent furnished to man and wife. First floor was gas and city water. For information, apply upstairs. FOR RENT—Cheap to right party. Two or three large rooms, neatly decorated for light housekeeping. 2435 Woodland avenue. A. E. H. MADAME MARTIN'S SANITARY HAIR GROWER-TEMPLE GROWER-SHAMPOO AND SANITARY GLOSSINE is wonderful. Try it and you will get results. MME, MARTIN'S Sanitary Hair Grower Guaranteed to Grow Hair. 2220 Michigan Ave., Kansas City, Mo. Hair Grower ..... 50 cents Shampoo ..... 50 cents Glossein ..... 35 cents Temple Grower ..... 35 cents Agents Wanted—Good Profits. Bell phone: 0809W TESTIMONIALS. hom. Mrs. Concern. Madame K. Martin treated my scalp for seven months with much success. I was suffering from a germ dandruff and my hair was rough and would have a number of remedies for scalp diseases and tried several without avail. I also tried several hair dressers, and failing the latter, I tried Madame Martin. My scalp began at once to get better and is now in fine condition; my hair has grown several inches. After trying the hair dandruff, I easily say that I have found Madame Martin's method of treating the scalp the information concerning the rest of the information of my hair and scalp you may call to see me at 2209% Vlind street. MRS. S. PLUMMER. In April, 1914, my scalp was being treated by Mrs. Kate Martin, 2209 Michigan Ave., a hair dresser in this city. I was told that I had been tradicted, that my hair, which at the commencement of treatment, was about ½ inch in length, now measures six inches. I was told that her to anyone who need to have scalp and hair treated and anyone who wishes to see my hair growth as result of her treatment, was rear. MRS. EMMA JACKSON. To Whom It May Concern I have taken scalp and hair treatment under Mine. Katie Martin and can truthfully say that she positively grows the hair. When I first began the treatment in October my hair was scared two inches, but now it measures 4 inches and is steadily improving. I have used many so-called hair tonics and pomades, but have found nothing to equal the Hair Grower'. Very respectfully MRS. ESTELLA SHARPE. 3710 West Prospect Place, I feel it my duty to write this as it may do someone some good. I began scalp treatment of Madame Martin, May 19, 2005. I was bad condition. I had Eczema and my hair was less than 1½ inches long. My hair is soft and fuzzy, and but now my scalp is in a healthy condition and my hair is soft and fuzzy, and is Madame Martin's work is wonderful and will do just what she says. I cannot give do much information about treatment you may see me. Her Sanitary Hair Oil is great. She said: R. BELLE THOMAS. See Wm. Hopkins For Bargains. If you are going to buy real estate counsel given free. I haplenty of money to loan on improved real estate in Kansas City, Mo. Bell Phone East 3851. MANY READERS OBTAIN NEW MEDICAL WORK. Hundreds of readers of this paper have already taken advantage of the generous offer by which Dr. Miles' Medical Guide can be obtained entirely free of cost. As has been stated before this offer is only for a limited time and all those who want to avail themselves of it should hasten to send in their names. This book is filled with sound advice given in a clear, readable form. Read it over and over again until you know its contents thoroughly. Do not wait for the emergency to occur and then look at the necessary treatment, but in your leisure moments carefully read and absorb the knowledge contained therein. Do not make the mistake that this book is just an advertisement for Dr. Miles' Restorative Remedies. It is true that in the particular cases where any of the Miles' Remedies are indicated their use is advised. This is because it is believed that they are the best remedies of their kind. But Dr. Miles' Medical Guide would endeavor to give the general public a practical guide to household medicine and in all cases the treatment recommended is that which is considered to be the best. If you wish to obtain one of these books without any cost to yourself send your name and address on a post card or in a letter addressed clearly to Family Medical Guide, Miles Medical Co., Elkhardt, Ind, mentioning the name of this paper. Mrs. Annie Jones has released her note on the Highland avenue Baptist church. Mr. and Mrs. Harry J. Brown are frequent Sunday visitors at the Y. M. C. A. Cafeteria. The 1015 Dancing Club dances every Tuesday night and Thursday afternoon at the Lyric hall. Do you know Dr. Theo. Smith? Well he is one of the truest and best race men in Missouri. The Sun is proud of him. Mrs. S. L. Hammett, the bookkeeper for the Afro-American Investment Co., was confined to her home several days this week by illness. The stork left an 8-pound girl at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Childs, 1112 Michigan avenue last Tuesday night. Mother and baby doing fine. Mr. Wm. Washington and Mrs. Rosa Buford received a telegram last Wednesday morning announcing the death of their aunt Mrs. Samuel Williams. New management and New Complete Stock at Ideal Pharmacy, 18th and Woodland. Give us your prescriptions and save commissions. Prompt delivery. Annual sale of Colored Shoe Store, 1507 East Eighteenth street. Goods sold shoes going at $1, $1.50 and $2. You can't beat these bargains anywhere. One more week of the great sacrifice. Mrs. Dora E. Thomas returns to active management of her downtown cafe (The Spotless Kitchen, 23 Wes Thirteenth street) after a long period of sickness. Patrons express their pleasure of her return of the job. Lawyer C. H. Calloway was called to Marshall, Mo., this week in the Franchise election to give a legal interpretation of provisions of the franchise and was successful in having his views endorsed by a good majority. .We desire to announce one more week for the shaa sale at the Colored Shoe Store..Go In and pick out a pair of shoes at $1 and $2, women and children..G. A. Page, 1507 East Eighteenth street. Effort is being made to organize a base ball league among the Sunday schools of the city which should have the encouragement of every pastor as well as every parent in the city. Mr. Wm. Washington is the pioneen in the undertaking. CARD OF THANKS We desire to express our sincere thanks and appreciation to our neighbors and friends for the kindness shown us during the recent illness and death of our dear beloved husband and brother; and also for the beautiful floral offerings. We especially wish to thank Mr. I. N. Lewis, Mrs. C. A. Johnson and Mrs. Eli Dimery. Idella B. Cookrell, Wife, LaLella M. Wilson, Sister. K. C. BOY MAKES GOOD Another Kansas City boy has won signal honor for himself in his chosen profession in the person of Dr. Paul Crostwalt of Chicago, Ill., the son of Prof. and Mrs. D. N. Crostwalt of this city. Young Crostwalt who graduated with high honors from Northwestern University a year ago, entered the competitive examination for dental examiner in the city of Chicago and was second high man in a class of one hundred applicants adn last week was notified that he had been appointed to one of the largest schools, in the city at a salary of $100 per month. CARD OF THANKS We desire to thank our many friends for the kindness shown during the sickness and at the death of our sister, Mrs. Bruce Fox, and also for the beautiful floral offerings and the beautiful eulogies and resolutions which were read from the Golden Circle Booklovers' Club, Carnation Court, No. 85 and the Grand Grand Court, H. of J.. MRS. DAN ELLGIN, MISS OTTOMA ELLGIN, MRS. JOHN F. BRUCE. CARD OF THANKS. We wish to thank our many friends and kind neighbors for the sympathy extended us in the death of our dear son and brother. Many thanks to Fred Douglass Lodge U. B. F. No. 86; also the floral offerings from Zorah Chapter, Hosanna Royal House No. 5; W. M. Saunders M. N. K.; Mrs. Addle Fisher; Mrs. A. E. Floyd; Mrs. Malory; Mrs. McCuinn; Mrs. G. Tibbe; Mrs. B. M. Weaver; and Mrs. Maggie Hopson M. W. P. of Sylvester Temple No. 24 for the beautiful condolence and songs. Granville H. Walker, father, Mary E. Walker, mother, James E. Walker, and Bert Walker, brothers. At the Theater. "I say, old chap, you're an extravagant person. What you got there—a chrysanthemum?" "Chrysanthemum! Dear me, no. That's a lavender wig for the adored one." CITY NEWS. Women's Club Notes The Ladies' Coterie will meet with Mrs. Dotson, 1705 E. 12th street, Wednesday, March 3 at 2:00 p. m. Mrs. A. M. Compton, Pres. The Jolly Bachelor Maids were entertained by Miss Gaynell Johnson. Hearts were usel in decorating. Favors were won by Mr. LeRoy Storey and Mr. Eugene Posey. Prof. J. C. Hobbs and the charming Miss Ruth Bradley will give a beautiful demonstration of the Hesitation Glide and the Bon Bon Schottische the evening of March 4 at Lyric Hall. CARNATION ART CLUB. The Carnation Art Club met with Mrs. Jones at the residence of Mrs. Frank White Feb. 19. Election of of ficers resulted as follows: Mrs White, Pres.; Mrs. Pryor, Treas.; Mrs Jones, Secy. A very dainty luncheon was served and the Club adjourned to meet with Mrs. McCombs, 2333 Highland avenue, March 5. Mrs. Freeman, reporter. PHYLLIIS WHEATLEY ART CLUB The Phyllis Wheaty Art Club met with Mrs. Lightner, 1712 E. 13th, with a large attendance. Mrs. Lucinda Day visited the Club and made an interest talk. After being served with an elaborate luncheon the Club adjourned to meet with Miss Inez Page, 2323 Michigan avenue and with Mrs. Devore, 1606 Trace, March 4. Mrs. G. G. Mason, reporter. The XX History and Art Club met Feb. 25th with Mrs. Wm. Patrick, 2322 Flora. A large attendance of members were present and a very important meeting was held. The Clubbas decided to maintain a charity fund of its own, that may be drawn upon, when necessary. Our next meeting will be with Mrs. Our next meeting will be with Mrs A. Caver, 1645 Cottage. Catherine Washington, Pres. Mrs. Rosa Smith, Secretary. THE CLIPPERS There will be a meeting of the Clippers Sunday morning at 1005 Agnes. The party given by Miss Bessie Jacobs and Miss Grace White on Washington's birthday was the prettiest of the season. The house was beautifully decorated with dark red carcations, and red, white and blue color scheme was carried out in refreshments. About fifty ladies enjoyed the afternoon. Miss Nellie Eubanks won guest prize; Miss Naomi White won the Clipper prize and Miss Clara Hol land the consolation. CARD OF THANKS We the members of the Graceo Art club wish to thank all the patrons for their hearty support and presence in helping make our second annual exhibit a crowning success. THE PROGRESS STUDY CLUB. The Progress Study club was entertained by Mrs. Green, 1414 Highland avenue last Wednesday with a large number present. The club will meet with Mrs. A, E. Jenkins, 1324 Vine street, March 3 and the lesson will be given by Mrs. Jenkins "Doug lass as a Diplomat." Mrs. R. E. L. Balley, President, Mrs. Jessie Novel, Secretary. THE OAK LEAF ART CLUB THE OAK LEAF ART CLUB. The Oak Leaf Art club met with Mrs. Ben Thomas 17 South Harrison street Friday, February 19. The club was served with a dainty repast and adjourned to meet with Mrs. May Belle Tony, 2308 Michigan avenue. The club is still progressing and growing in anumber. Mrs. Helen B. McDonald, President. Famous Jewel Long Forgotten. A famous jewel, presented by a London broker in 1789 to the president of Dartmouth college and designed to be worn by him on occasions of state, has been found in the vaults of Parkhurst Hall, where it has lain forgotten for many years. President Nichols may resume the old custom of wearing it on state occasions. More to Be Feared. "Don't you get tired of finding fault?" "No," replied the patient man of responsibilities. "I suppose people have a right to discover faults. What I object to is the man who assumes that faults exist and never troubles himself to investigate." Observation of Sun Spots. Astronomers in the Carothers observatory at Houston, Tex., report a new method for observing sun spots without the aid of a telescope, as follows: If images of the sun be formed through clean cut round holes of proper size in a darkened room at sufficient distance from the aperture and cast upon clean white paper or cardboard, sun spots of ordinary size may be readily seen on the image. This method would enable amateurs to note the progress of the spots across the solar disk. Never Had a Chance. Mike was out gunning for ducks with a friend, who noticed that although Mike aimed his gun several times he did not shoot it off. At last he said: "Mike, why didn't you shoot that time? The whole flock were right in front of you." "Ol know," said Mike, "but every time Ol aimed me gun at a duck another wan came right between us." —Everybody's Magazine. A USEFUL LIFE. Eulogy on the Life and Career of Mrs. Salille A. Moore Haworth Who Filled Office hduring her life in S. M. T. By MRS. FANNIE F. WEST. In 1881 the great call was made by Grand Master C. R. Foster for organizing a Grand Temple in the State of Missouri to be held at Mexico. Mo. Missouri to be held at Mexico, Mo. The Grand Temple was organized in Mexico, July 1881. Jane Boyle of Columbia, Mo., was the first Grand Princess; Esther Baskin, first Vice Princess, St. Louis, Mo.; Sallie A. Moore, Hannibal, Mo., first Grand Secretary. After the Grand Temple was organized as there was some misunderstanding in regard to the legality of the Grand Temple, it having been set aside at a call meeting of the Grand Lodge held in Moberly, Mo., June 3, 1884 a committee was appointed to wait upon the Grand Lodge and said committee presented a written request that they, the S. M. T.'s be granted a Grand Temple subject to the Grand Lodge for the state of Missouri. The request was granted and the following sisters were admitted: S. J Gray, Irena Akers, Georgia Bradshaw, Belle Hayden, Hannah Clark, Belle Thompson, America Brown, Henrietta Spears, M. W. G. P.; S. A. Moore M. W. G. S., so we can say that Sister S. A. Moore Haworth was one among the first to blaze the way for us. She was on the committee to ask Grand Lodge to restore the Grand Temple again. She always ready to do good and to help others. She knew the power of friendship and today sisters, we cannot prosper without friendship. In 1884 Sister S. A. Moore Haworth was elected M. W. G. P.; there were 32 delegates at this Grand Session. The next session was held at Hannibal, Mo., October 20, 1885. The G. T. was called to order by M. W. G. P. Sister S. A. Moore Haworth; at this G. T. they had twenty temples. The grand total of money taken in at this session was $125.25. Sister S. A. Moore was elected M. W. G. S. at this session. After this in 1890 she was elected assistant Grand secretary and serving in this office faithfully until August 4, 1893; at the Grand Temple in Mexico, Mo., Sister Moore was elected M. W. G. S. again, we find her all of these years filling some grand office and find that she was faithful and always at her post, on time and never said no. She was always willing to do all she could to make the Grand Temple a success. At the Grand Temple in St. Louis, Mo., August 1897, Sister S. A. Moore Haworth was elected Assistant G. S.; at the Grand Temple in 1898 held in Lexington, Mo., she was elected G. S., and she was still helping the sisters to plan the best for the G. T.; then we come to 1899 and she was elected Assistant G. S.; after this she was elected Grand Chaplain and then Grand Treasurer in 1911 at the Grand Temple held in Kansas City, Mo., in 1912 she was elected Grand Treasurer again. In 1913 she was elected again and served in this office until she passed from the life into the great beyond on July 2, 1914. Sister S. A. Moore Haworth loved this grand old Order of U. B. F. and S. M. T. She understood what these letters stood for; U. for united we stand but divided we fall; B. listen to what Paul says in Romans 12:10, "Be Kindly, affectionate, one to another with brotherly love; 1 n honor preferring one another"; next in F. friendship, true friendship is the tie that binds us together, heart and hand. Next is S. Sisters Matt. 12:50 says, "For whosoever shall do the will of my Father which is in Heaven, the same is my brother and sister and mother." Sisters let us strive to do the will of our heavenly Father that we may be able to meet Sister S. A. Moore Haworth in the Grand Temple above where all is peace and joy. Sisters we are just one big family; let us work together in love; let us labor hard to bring our sisters closer together; let us raise the banner of friendship, justice, mercy, truth and honesty. Sister S. A. Moore Haworth was patient all along the way; always a smile for everyone. Sisters let us live in that way and manner that when it is ours to fold our arms in death we can say life Paul, "For I am now ready to be offered and the time of my departure is at hand. I have finished my course, I have kept the faith; henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness which the Lord, the righteous judge shall give me at that day; and not to me only, but unto all them, also that love his appearance; for this we say unto you by the word of the Lord, that we who are alive and remain unto the coming of the Lord shall not prevent them which are asleep. Paul says, "for the Lord himself shall descend from Heaven with a shout, with the voice of the Archangel and with the triumph of God; and the dead in Christ shall rise first; "then we who are alive and remain shall be caught up together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord and Sister S. A. Moore Haworth in the air; and so shall we ever be with the Lord; Wherefore Sisters comfort one an other with these words: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all S. M. T. Read in New Hope Temple, February 18. Among the Churches VINE STREET BAPTIST CHURCH. By GEO. W. TAYLOR. Services were well attended last Sunday. Two additions were made to the church. Miss Laura Jones has been yuille ill but is improved... Last Sunday our Sunday school had only a short review and the time was consumed in prayer and song. Dr. T. H. Ewing and Rev. Walker made short talks for the benefit of the children. This is the third week of our revival many are joining the church and telling the beautiful story of ho whey became Christians and of their desire to do something for the cause of Christ and the uplift of fallen humanity. We pray that God will send more laborers into his vineyard for indeed there are few notwithstanding the harvest is great. Come help us do something for Christ. SECOND BAPTIST CHURCH The following named persons have been placed on the efficiency record of Mr. Thompson's B. Y. P. U. class: Mrs. Emma Black, Marion Sterman, Carrie Dixon, Desmond, Misses Emmia Carter, Mary Huff, Poise Martin, Thela Young, Christine Davis, Marion Strong, Eva Greene, Elizabeth Bueril, Messrs. C. G. Brown, Wm. Marshall, and H. K. Perry. Mr. Edward Ross was elected to instruct the Junior B. Y. P. U. class of thirty young people to succeed Mrs. Carrie Dixon. The attendance at the B. Y. P. U. last Sunday was 97. By the attendance in the Sunday school last Sunday increasing to 165, it was necessary in some cases to assign two teachers to one class. The Bacote Literary society under the direction of Mr. Neal Range met last night and installed seventeen officers and committeemen in the presence of a large audience. The next meeting will be Thursday night, March 4. All the recent converts are urged to attend Wednesday evening prayer meetings and receive spiritual strength. Dr. Bacote's sermon on, "Self Keeping" was very interesting and instructive. There were six additions to the church last Sunday of which two are candidates for baptism. VISIT SMITH'S DRUG STORE. MOON'S "ANYTHING WORTH HAVING IS WORTH DOING WELL." Come in and study or examine into the various produce products; POST YOURSELF. Learn to improve your judgment, which when applied will cause the satisfaction of knowing that you are doing well. Moon has the best of LIVE and DRESSED Poultry. Quality provides the means. It's up to you to see and apply the knowledge gained. The cost is no more. For all kinds of poultry call Grand 1746W. 1335 E. 18th St. IN MEMORIAM. In memory of our dear husband Wm. Cobb who fell asleep February 23 1912. Just three years ago you left us, How we miss you husband dear; And remember all your kindness, As we drop a silent tear. More and more each day we miss you, Friends may think the wound is healed But they little know the sorrow, That lies within our hearts concealed. Sadly missed by Bertha B. Cobb, wife, Sarah Cobb, daughter, Soura Cobb, mother, Wm. Cobb, father, Virgia Cobb, brother. IN MEMORIAM In memory of our dear son and brother, Samuel S. Dalley, who died thirteen years ago February 28, 1902. Gone from this world of pain and sorrow, To a home where suffering is not known, One by one, we all shall follow To be crowned at the heavenly throne. God in his wisdom is just And all things are for the better, S O he called our dear son and brother To a home of eternal rest. Mr. S. L. Dalley, Mrs. Annie Dalley, Mrs. Estella Hubbard, Mr. G. P. Dalley. --- IN MEMORIAM. In sad but loving memory of our dear son and brother who died three years ago today, February 27, 1912. One by one earth's ties are broken, As we see our love decay; And the hope so fondly cherished, Brightens but to pass away. One by one our hopes grow brighter As we near the shining shore; For we know across the river, Awaits our loved one gone before. Sadly missed by his mother, sisters and brothers. Mrs. Jennie White Graham, Mrs. Carrie Green, Mrs. Mamie Howard, George White, Cordell White. KANSAS CITY, KAS. Mrs. A. D. Humes is ill at 2108 North Third street. Mr. G. A. Dunsmore of 354 Garfield continues ill at this writing. Miss Adeline Taylor of 411 Virginia is visiting in Plattsburg, Mo. Mr. Frank Nelson of Reno, Kans., spent last Friday here visiting. Miss Eva Grant, 116 Edgerton avenue, is indisposed this week. Mrs. Snodden, 915 Freeman avenue, is up again from her recent illness. Miss Myrtle Hayes, daughter of Supt. Aubrey Hayes, is improving slowly. Jolly Girls and Oliver Boys gave a Martha Washington party at the M. & O. Hall February 22nd. A Junior Ladies' Aid Society has been organized, of which Mrs. Ella Holway is president. It meets every Thursday. Mrs. Mildred Jett and Mrs. Evans were the guests of Mrs. Nannie Phillips, 827 Freeman avenue, last week for dinner. Prof. and Mrs. M. H. Thompkins, 714 Everett, are the proud parents of a daughter. He is principal of Dunbar public schools. Mrs. C. A. Ward, 1223 Highland avenue, entertained Miss Eva P. Washington at dinner Sunday. A delicious menu was served. The entertainment given by the H. H. of Ruth, No. 3669, and Odd Fellows Monday night at the M. A. O. Hall was a grand success. Mrs. Elvira Banks, 1504 North Ninth street, who underwent an operation a few months ago, is rapidly improving, to the delight of her friends. Mrs. C. Fields, 1419 N. 7th street, is reported convalescing from a serious illness. Continued improvement is hoped by solicitious friends. Among the many beautiful new homes erected recently is that of Mr. and Mrs. G. Cornell. Their daughter, Mtss Alice, is a popular teacher in this city. Mrs. Lydia C. Smith and Rev. A. M. Ward were married at the A. M. E. Church. The Rev. J. R. Ransom officiated. A reception followed in the church parlors. Mr. Courtney Redmon and Miss Dorothy Nelson of Reno were quietly married Friday at the home of Miss Nelson's grandmother, Mr. S. Holmes, 1604 North Ninth street. Miss Ruth Bradley, 400 Haskell avenue, has returned, after visiting St. Louis and Chicago, where she spent several weeks and was the recipient of many social attentions. At the Ninth Street M. E. Church Dr. S. A. Stripling preached three sermons Sunday. A good crowd was in attendance. The gospel tea mound the leadership of Mr. U. B. Robinson is doing good work. The Progressive Art club was royally entertained by Mrs. A. B. Pleasant, February 10. A special program was rendered. Visitors present were: Lawyer Shackleford who made an interesting talk and Mrs. D. A. Holmes. Mr. Frank Green, who for a number of years has been in Utah and Wyoming, arrived here last week and is the guest of his father, brothers and sisters, the latter of whom are the Misses Mary and Susie Green, 1307 1-2 Highland avenue. One of the prettiest Valentine parties this season was the one given by Mrs. M. A. Milligan, 1111 North Tenth street. Souvenirs were given each guest. The Adelphia Art Club was the guest of honor. Mrs. A. Crump president. Visitors were Mrs. Carrie Patrick and Miss Eva P. Washington. Mr. Paul Moore of Kansas City, Mo., and Mrs. Mattle Miller of Wichita, Kansas, were quietly married Wednesday day morning, February 17 at 10:30 o'clock at the residence of Mrs. Clarence Jenkins, 939 Nebraska avenue. Rev. W. A. Bowren performed the marriage ceremony. Only a few intimate friends were present. At the Metropolitan Church there was a large audience at both services. The B. Y. P. U. listened to an inspiring address by Mr. Robt. B. Derrants to the Y. M. C. A. Mrs. J. J. Lewis entertained the Sewing Circle Friday afternoon. This week Mr. and Mrs. W. Miller will entertain them. The entertainment given by the Execsion Club was well attended and a grand success. Mr. Wm. Hayes died February 7, at the residence of his son, Frank Johnson, 30 Blaine street at 1 o'clock. The funeral services were held at the A. M. E. church in Springhill, Kas. Rev. Wm. Enyard officiated. He was assisted by Rev. P. Wade. The obituary was read by O. H. Bradley of Roley, Okla. Mr. Hayes was a member of Mt. Zion Baptist church in Rosedale and, of the Grand Army Post. General Curtis Post No. 104 held their services at the grave. He leaves a son, a brother and a host of friends to mourn his demise. Out of town friends in attendance were: Dr. McLemore of Fort Scott, Kas, and O. H. Bradley of Boley, Okla. Everything fresh in the complete stock of drugs, toilet needs, sundries, candies and cigars at the Ide Pharmacy, 18th and Woodland. Free phones, telegrams, want ads and long distance. TRADE PORO MARK TO THE PUBLIC: We want you to come to us for every DRUGS, MEDICINES, TOILET ART BRUSHES, MADAM WALKER HEN STRAIGHTENING. We recommend and guarantee exactly as represented. WE DO NOT take other brands than you ask for. we want you to have it. OUR PRICES All down the line. We give careful by courteous and fair treatment to customers. When you think of Dr THEO. SMITH's No demand is too difficult for to come to our store, phone us you Mail Orders Solicited Theo. 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He has rather departed in some respects from the old school which has frequently delineated "The Master Beast" and gives a much stronger power to the lion in his natural majesty than many of the so-called masters. In landscapes, fruit effects, character settings, and ocean views, the painter reaches a state of high perfection and in his "Visiting Minister," he shows a slight tinge of the comic as well as a degree of sarcasm, (by the way.) This picture is on exhibition in the show windows of the League Enterprise on Eighteenth street. Few pass that place without stopping to give the painting a few thoughtful moments of study. Several of the Rice collection are on sale at this place. And attendants are always glad to show the merits of the paintings as well as give any facts about the young artist who lives at 1015 Tracy and whose telephone is Maln 2016 Bell. 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AND AVENUE City, Mo. and Ceremonials for N STAR ASONIC BODIES ORDER OF TWELVE S. M. T. Special Catalogues for Each Use both phones free at Ideal Pharmacy. Phone us for ice cream, toilet articles and sundries. THE REVERSE REV. MRS. PEARL The Famous Evangelist Rev. Sister Dee Pearl, 3101 East 16 has reopened her Church Grant Chapel at 533 Harison street. It is a beautiful Church room easily seating 100 persons. To add to its comfort Sister Pearl is master in her profession of and altogether it is a very comfortable and cozy Church room. Sister Pearl it master in her profession of divine healing coupled also with the gift of wisdom to preach the infallible doctrine of truth makes her a tower of strength in advancing the cause of Christ, unfortunate and fallen humanity and giving God the praise. Sister Pearl will also open a spiritual study at her church for the acceptance of members and all those who are spiritually inclined that they may gain strength and knowledge in the study of the scripture in this great work with faith in Jesus Christ. For information consult Sister Pearl at her residence, 3101 E. 16th. Bell Phone East 2367. "Why Jesus Was a Man and Not a Woman" and "Why Jesus Never Married." There is a reason...Do you desire to know why? If so, send 10 cents in stamppe and get the booklet containing the addresses and proceedings of the second anniversary of Sidney C. Tapp's books on the sex law of the Bible...Address Sidney C. Tapp, 406 Reliance Building, Kansas City, Mo. ```markdown ``` BALEFUL PLOTTING By GENEVIEVE ULMAR. "You shan't have her—if the cost is my fortune, my life, yours, I swear you shall never call Leonie Marsh your wife!" Martin Rood faced his successful rival in love, a breathing volcano of rage and other emotions. His face was distorted, his eyes blazed with a lurking insanity, his fingers writed as though they would clutch the throat of Vincent Barrows and choke the life out of him. The latter placed a friendly, kindly hand upon the arm of the other. Rood shook it off wrathfully. The last glance he bestowed on Vincent as he turned away made him shudder. "Too bad!" reflected Vincent. "I don't doubt that he loved Leonle, and I am sorry for him. It was a fair contest, though—more than fair. I went away to give him his chance. He never had any, it seems, for Leonle loved me all along. She would not marry him if he was the last man in the world. He knows that, yet—how the poor fellow hates me!" So it seemed, and so it was. Both men were rich as wealth went in the cattle belt. Rood was the elder of the two, and was a widower. He was cynical and imperious, and set on an object, usually gained it. His lack of encouragement from Leonle had soured him. Then to disappointment succeeded the dark resolve that if the pretty belle of the town did not marry him, she should not wed his rival. Vincent went home, thoughtful, disturbed and distressed as to his former friend, Rood. The latter, he had noticed, had acted strangely of late. At times there was an expression in his eye Vincent did not like. He often wondered if his mind was just right. In a bitter, open way, publicly, Rood had shown his enmity for the man who had once been his friendly companion. "Hello!" ejaculated Vincent as he passed along the garden walk beside his home. A window was open. It had not been when he had recently left the C. W. "You Are Doomed!" house. His housekeeper was absent for a week, and he had been keeping bachelor's hall. The disturbed vines beneath the window warned of an intruder. Vincent decided that there had been a burglarious visit during his absence. He went around to the front door and noticelessly let himself into the house. On tiptoe he proceeded through the various rooms. The one where the window was open was his study. As he glanced in he observed that some money on his desk had not been disturbed. In the cabinet in the dining room the silverware was undisturbed. There was a rustling sound in the kitchen. He proceeded thither. His back to him, a man wearing the striped garb of a convict was putting on an old suit of clothes Vincent used when he worked around the garden. On the table was half a dry loaf of bread the intruder had been eating, as if very hungry. "Well, my friend, what does this mean?" The stranger turned in a flash, fully startled. Hope died out of his haggard face. "You've got me, and I suppose it's the police," he said quietly, but drearily. "One thing, though, I haven't touched, and wouldn't touch any of your valuables. I have escaped from prison. I needed a disguse. I've served eight out of ten years. I heard my wife was sick. A chance came to escape," and he proceeded with a story that aroused interest and pity in his auditor. The upshot of the matter was that generous-hearted Vincent Barrows assisted the man to get out of town and to his invalid wife. Then he forgot all about the circumstance, mitigating his friendly offices in behalf of a fugitive from justice, in the belief that he had suffered sufficiently for his crimes and was in earnest in his declaration of repentance and reform. It was a week later when Vincent was surprised to receive a note from Rood requesting him to call at his home. When he complied, Leonie's favored lover was fully astonished at being pleasantly received. His host, however, acted idgety and unnatural. To Vincent he conveyed the impression of a man whose intellect was fast weakening. "I'm getting scared," observed Rood in a hollow tone. "You know I always have a good deal in the way of money or valuables in the house. I believe burglaries have tried twice to break in." Vincent attempted to reassure Rood. He believed this idea was a baseless notion, grounded on nervous fear. He advised Rood to hire a watchman or to keep a weapon handy. Rood listlessly objected to having anybody around. As to a weapon, he had only an old triggerless rifle. "I'll loan you a revolver, accommodatingly proffered Vincent, and brought it the next day. He made several other calls. He felt it a duty to attempt to befriend and solace a man who seemed to be fast losing his reason. One evening he was called over the telephone by Rood. He found the latter in a strange mood. The doleful tragedy he was playing out was reaching a dreadful climax. He raved incoherently. Finally he sprang up, the revolver Vincent had loaded him in his grasp. His eyes were blood-shot with a dreadful resolve. "You are doomed!" he hissed to his visitor, throwing over a chair with a crash. Then aloud, he shouted at the top of his voice: "Ah, Barrows! you threaten me, eh? Hands off, you scoundrel—would you murder me!" Bang! Appalled, Vincent Barrows thrilled as Rood placed the weapon to his temple, pulled the trigger, and fell to the floor—dead. An old woman servant rushed into the room, out of it again, with the frenzled cry: "Barrows has shot my master!" Within an hour Vincent Barrows was the inmate of a prison cell. In vain his statement that his half-crazed rival had plotted with devilish ingenuity to bring him to his present straits—his revolver, the testimony of the housekeeper doomed him. Vincent Barrows upon his trial was found guilty of the murder of Martin Rood, and was sentenced by the jury to suffer the extreme penalty of the law. It was the day before the execution that the sheriff unlocked his cell door and led him into his office. A visitor had called. At first glance Vincent did not recognize him. The stranger removed a false beard. "Dan Darby, the escaped convict!" fairly shouted the Sheriff. "It's me," acknowledged the forlorn wayfarer Vincent had befriended. I owe the state two years. I'm ready to pay it for the sake of this gentleman, who treated me white when I was down and out." "Why, what does this mean?" asked the mystified Vincent. "I saw the whole business at Rood's house," replied the convict. "I had gone to your home to ask you to help me in getting myself and my wife out of the country. Your servant told me where I went. I were to Rood's place. I was at the window when he shot himself. I'm ready to give my testimony." Thus was the pall over two clouded lives removed, and, as a reward for his self-sacrifice, through powerful influence the convict's unexpired sentence was remitted. (Copyright, 1914, by W. G. Chapman.) ONCE FAMOUS RECIPES LOST Secret of Various Alcoholic Brews Once Popular in Great Britain Vainly Sought For. Stevenson has a ballad—and an admirable ballad it is—on "Heather-ale," which he describes as "a Galloway Legend." In a note he says: "Among the curiosities of human nature this legend claims a high place." He proceeds to point out that the Picts were never exterminated, and that to this day they form a considerable part of the population of certain parts of Scotland. "Is it possible," he asks, "the chronicler's error was merely nominal, that what he told, and what the people proved themselves so ready to receive, about the Picts was true or partly true of some anterior or perhaps Lappish savages, small of stature, black of hue, dwelling underground—possibly also the distillers of some foreign spirit?" There are many other ales besides the Scots ale brewed from heather, whose recipes are secrets of the past. No one knows for instance how the nut-brown ale of the middles ages was brewed, or the famous "Dagger" ale, which was to be obtained at only one inn in London, the Dagger, in Holborn, an Elizabethan resort of lawyers and their clerks. Then there was the popular but mysterious "three threads," with which London citizens slaked their thirst centuries ago. All have long since vanished, but as a compensation there are still numerous favorite ales—not the largely advertised beverages which everyone knows, but the special tipple of various famous hostelries which are known only to certain explorers of London—London Chronicle. Preservative Fluids in Woods Timber engineers who inject creosote and other substances into wood to retard decay long ago made lists of species that were hard to treat, and others which were easy. The preservative fluids, we are told, penetrate certain woods to a considerable depth when moderate pressure is applied; while others are almost impervious, no matter how great the pressure. Those hardest to penetrate by preservative fluids are those best supplied with tylose. Dig Deep for Mineral Wealth. Michigan is said to have the deepest mines in the world, but ore is being mined at the depth of 5,000 feet in the Catlin shaft, the deepest gold mine of the Witwatersrand in South Africa. Considering the small and uniform increase in temperatures in this shaft and the fact that there are apparently no mechanical barriers, it is believed that mining can be carried on at a profit at a depth as great as 8,000 feet. Fully Prepared "How is this, Herr Zwetske? You have got your room full of oleanders and other tropical plants, and a telephone, I see." "You see I have been asked to compose a poem on spring, that is why I have had a telephone laid on the public park to enable me to listen to the inging of the birds."—Der Floh. Camel's Working Life. Camels are fit for serious work at five years, and their strength begins to decline at twenty-five years, although they live for thirty-five and forty years. ALIEN PRISONERS IN CANADA MILITARY CAMP THE CHRISTIAN INFANT CHIN German and Austrian aliens are being interned in concentration camps at various points in Canada, and have been set to useful public work - clearing land and building roads. The photograph shows a batch of prisoners airing their bedding at Petawawa, Canada's permanent military camp, situated in the wilds of northern Ontario. TO PAY THE GUARD the relations between the state troops and the regular troops will be closer than ever. In truth the unanimous "HOLD THE FORT" MAN DIES Uncle Sam to Be Paymaster for State Militia. Uncle Sam to Be Paymaster for State Militia. Proposition Receives Unanimous Ap proposal of Senate Committees By EDWARD B. CLARK (Staff Correspondent Western Newspaper Union) Washington.—The senate committee on military affairs has given favorable and unanimous report to a bill which will make Uncle Sam in part the paymaster of the national guardmen of all the states in the Union. This means that every Republican and Democrat holding membership in the committee is in favor of paying the state troops out of the funds in the United States treasury for the actual military work which they perform. Army men hold that this will increase largely the efficiency of the National Guard, will help solve the problem of military preparedness and will largely increase the enlistments in the military organizations of all the states. This federal pay bill for the militia may not become a law at this session, but members of congress seem to think that its passage virtually is certain in the near future. Under this bill the enlisted men in the guard will be paid 25 per cent of the pay of a man of their rank in the regular service, but of course the money will be given them only for the hours in which they are engaged in necessary military duties, drill, book instruction and the like. For years the officers of the National Guard from nearly every state have been advocating this measure. The government's division of militia affairs in the war department has recommended it time after time. Congress was opposed to it, but recently seemingly there has been a complete change of sentiment, the vote in the senate committee showing this conclusively for it has been said every Democrat and every Republican in the committee gave the measure his sanction. Regular army officers and guardsmen alike have urged that nearly all men when they are paid to do a thing, no matter how small the payment may be, feel an obligation to do it. They say that drill attendance will be increased largely, that interest in the guards' work will be keener and that INTERNATIONAL NEWS SERVICE A French soldier engaged in sapping operations. A French soldier engaged in sapping operations. PAPER SUITS FOR SOLDIERS Japanese Soldiers First Tried the Material—Shirts Made for Russian Army. Washington—"Kamiko," as paper clothing is called in Japan, is made of the real Japanese paper manufactured from mulberry bark. The paper has little "size" in it, and though soft and warm, a thin layer of silk wadding is placed between two sheets of the paper and the whole is quilted. POISON LOVED ONES the relations between the state troops and the regular troops will be closer than ever. In truth the unanimous vote of the senate on this bill and the approval which has been expressed of the measure go to show seemingly that this legislation is considered to be one means of making the country more thoroughly prepared to defend itself if the occasion ever should arise when defense will be necessary. GIRL IS VICTIM OF GOSSIP Sent to Home for Friendless After Death of Woman She Thought Her Mother. La Crosse, Wils.-Fifteen years ago Mr. and Mrs. Fred West decided their childless home was incomplete and they resolved to adopt a baby. A little girl, one month old, was taken by the couple, and upon her Mrs West proceeded to lavish a mother's love and devotion. The girl was named Hazel West. Two weeks ago Mrs. West died and the child, heartbroken over her loss, heard neighbors whisper that she was not Mrs. West's child. For the first time the girl learned she did not know who her parents were. Unable to stand remarks made concerning her birth, the girl appeared before Judge Brindley. Inasmuch as she had never been legally adopted, the girl was sent to the home of the friendless. Heroic French Girls' Tragedy Thrills All France. Kill Their Husbands When They Fint Latter, Who Were German Born. Paris.—How two little French girls poisoned the husbands they loved, to save the life of an entire garrison has just been made known in Paris, and it has created a tremendous sensation. Rose and Marie Dupont, two eighteen-year-old twins were born at Villerrupt, a small village on the Lorraine frontier. In 1912 they married two students of chemistry, named Ulrich and Wilhelm, who loved them so much that they became French citizens and bought a drug store in the town. Both unions were most happy until July 29 of last year, when the husbands received a letter from across the frontier. Immediately both became very nervous and asked the two girls to go to their grandmother's home in Longwy until the situation cleared. Both went to Longwy, but found that their grandmother was not there. They returned very late the next day to Villerrupt. When they arrived at the drug store they found it closed. Going through the back garden they peered through the closed shutters and saw their husbands, to their great amazement, talking in quite a friendly manner to two uhlans in full uniform. They could not believe their eyes at first, but they were horrified later at the conversation they heard. A deep plot had been arranged by Ulrich and Wilhelm. They had stored a big dose of strychnine and during the night it was planned to drop it in the wine casks reserved for the French garrison. “Are you sure the dose is strong enough?” asked one of the uhlans. “Why?” answered Ulrich, “it is strong enough to kill all the garrison and its reserves.” With a low cry Rose shuddered and almost fainted. Both realized they had been fooled, and that instead of being loved they were the wives of the worst of scoundrels and even worse than that—traitors. "We must act," said Marie, "to prevent this most awful crime, even if we must commit one ourselves." Half an hour later they rang the front door bell. They appeared very joyous and explained their elation by saying they had heard the war had been averted. They said they were so glad that they wanted to open some wine in honor of peace and the friendly uhlan soldiers. Shirts and drawers made in this way are more comfortable than flannels. The Japanese soldiers realized the value of this kind of clothing when they had to weather a Siberian winter. The retail price for a vest is about $1, for drawers about $2.50 and for a choalera belt about 25 cents. The only drawback to this clothing is that it is not washable. A company in Yokohama is supplying large quantities of paper shirts to the Russian army. They state that paper clothes are extensively manu- "HOLD THE FORT" MAN DIES Terre Haute, Ind.-When in the Civil war General John M. Corse, with a small force was holding Altoona pass, in the Kenosaw mountains, Tennessee, and signaled General Sherman for succor, the latter general caused the famous message, "Hold the fort, for I am coming," to be wigwagged, Samuel Wagner, who died recently at the age of seventy-three at Paris, Ill., did the wigwagging from a lmb of a tall tree. He was a member of an Illinois regiment, from which state General Corse was accredited. Entirely in Order Phoenix, Ariz.—A letter from Mollie Shane of Brooklyn, asking for the names of unmarried members of the Arizona legislature, who might be interested in a matrimonial proposition was referred to the committee on militia and defense. Germans Open Rail Service. Amsterdam—The German administration in Belgium has announced that a limited railway service will be opened on thirteen lines in the region of Brussels, fourteen in that of Liege, five around Luxemburg and five in the vicinity of Charleroi. Marle went out and brought back a champagne bottle. She poured the liquor and they drank it. Next morning they ran out of the house. They were widows, for they themselves had used the poison. They went straight to the chief de gendarmes and told him of their sorry plight. "We have killed our husbands," they cried. "Do what is right with us." But the official simply wept with them and kissed them, for it was found that the plot had been deeply laid and that the sacrifice of the girls, which has no precedent in history, had saved thousands of French troops from certain death. Marie and Rose have been critically ill and for two months were hovering between life and death, and it was feared they would lose their reason, but they have recovered, and are now Red Cross nurses. In caring for the wounded they are trying to forget their terrible life-drama. DR. HENRY VAN DYKE M. This picture of the American minister to Holland was made during a recent visit to his home in Princeton. N. J. At present Doctor Van Dyke is actively engaged in aiding the homeless Belgians who have taken refuge in Holland. factured in Japan. No statistics of manufacture, however, are available. The garment sold by the firm is made of tough, soft fabric, strong enough to hold buttons sewn on in the ordinary way, and appears to be very serviceable. Free Service to Wounded. Petrograd.—In Moscow the barbers shave wounded soldiers and cut their hair free of charge, and in Vilna 1,500 cab drivers have tendered free service to the injured warriors. TERRIBLE TOWER of LONDON THE terrible Tower of London, which had become a grim tradition and a museum in the face of modern progress, was sud- ed with a view to the torture of the inmates. One of them is called "Lit tie Ease." It is a cell so small that it was im denly shifted back into its atmosphere of tragedy and bloodshed when Carl Hans Lody, the German naval lieutenant convicted of being a spy, was shot to death by a firing squad on the morning of November 6 last. This ancient structure, unrivalled in the history of the world because it has been so crowded with dramatic events, with this first enrollment on the great war record in all probability Has not seen the last of present-day executions. But one thing modern progress has accomplished—it has robbed the doing to death of the condemned of much of the old gloomy horror that was lighted only by the hideous flash of the ax. The bullet has much to recommend it over the blade. The history of the tower shows that death and the preparation for it were made as terrifying as implacable political hate and the ingenuity of torture could make them. Harrison Alnsworth, Reynolds and other romancers have taken its grim records as a groundwork for fiction that transformed the clutter of ancient buildings into a place of mystery and death—its turreted outlines standing against a fading sky with the shadowy fatality of the fabled castle of the ogre, who feasted on the bodies of men and women. Begun by William the Conquerer. The tower has been continuously in the occupation of English monarch since 1070 A. D., when its building was begun by William the Conqueror. It really includes 20 towers, but it de- s. t e n e, n k e e y e y n d d n TOWER OF LONDON THE TOWER OF LONDON rives its accepted name from the prominence of the large square tower in the middle. It is a combined fortress and prison, covers 13 acres and is an independent municipality. A residence is still maintained there for the king, although never occupied by him. And there is a room, fashioned before the time of high-powered guns, intended as a refuge for the monarch in case of hostile invasion. The most conspicuous evidence of the royal standing of the tower, however, lies in the fact that it is the repository of the crown jewels. The Bloody tower, with its creepy record, and the grisly dungeons underneath, were thrown open to the public for the first time last year. It received its name from the murder of the Princes Arthur and Edward at the behest of their uncle, Richard III. Prior to its opening the visitors, stirred by the remembrance of the tragic story, had to content themselves with a look at the tablet which marks the spot, in the nearby White tower, where the bones of the princes were discovered after centuries. In the Bloody tower, too, is the famous torture chamber of the old prison, the walls of which were painted with representations of men bearing, and inflicting, terrible tortures. From the upper window of the tower one can enter the so-called constable's garden, where Sir Walter Raleigh was allowed to take exercise. The underground cells are as deep as the famous Tower Moat itself, and many of them were specially construct- NEW PLAN TO FIND TREASURE Recently Perfected Diving Suit May Be Means of Adding to Stock of World's Wealth. Glittering fortunes are expected to be made through the recent invention of an all-metal diving suit composed of aluminum, copper, brass, etc., forming a powerful alloy. Its performance, says a writer in Modern Mechanics, indicates that the new armorlike contrivance will resist those terrible sea pressures which have bithered prevented divers from reaching sunken treasure ships. The all-metal suit has not only improved means of obtaining air, but is provided with electric light and a telephone. Equipped with it a diver, it is claimed, can descend to depths of 300 feet or more, a fact that has caused the formation of a company which will employ it in recovering sunken treasure. Plans are being made to reach some famous wrecks from which it is believed huge fortunes will be made. ed with a view to the torture of the inmates. One of them is called "Little Ease." It is a cell so small that it was impossible for a prisoner to stand up or lie down in it except in a cramped position. Another was called "the Pit." It was a frightful place into which little light came, and prisoners were scarcely better than buried alive. It was on April 3, 1875, that the Tower of London was first thrown open to visitors, so that nearly 40 years had elapsed before Bloody tower was placed on view. None of these parts of the fortress, however, is equal in interest to the White tower. where Raleigh was confined, where Richard II took refuge during the rebellion of Wat Tyler, and where the duke of Clarence is said to have met his death in a butt of Malmsy wine. This tower has been open to the public for many years, and thousands of Americans have looked at the ax with which the earl of Essex is said to have been beheaded, and the block at which Lord Lovat knelt on Tower hill to receive the fatal stroke. Where Raleigh Wrote. The White tower is the oldest part of the grim prison. It was built about 1078, and the first prisoner was Ralph Flambard, or Firebrand, who escaped through a window. It was strengthened by Edward III, who imprisoned there, among others, David, king of Scotland, and John, king of France, and his son, Philip. Raleigh is said to have been imprisoned in one of the rooms on the first floor during the time he wrote his "History of the World." In the light of present events this TOWER OF THE LORD venerable fortress takes on an interest to student and statesman such as it probably never had before in the eyes of the world. It is the symbol of the iron will to whom Death is merely a willing time-server, and the first entry on the record of today would not have been made, it is said, but for the unshaken insistence of Lord Kitchener. It is told that certain members of the cabinet favored a life term for Lodyl but "Kitchener of Khartoum", realizing that the most drastic action was necessary to meet the spy menace, which was so stirring the country, insisted upon death. How Shopkeepers Wash Windows. Shopkeepers ought to know how shopkeepers have their windows washed. The latter would laugh at the soap and water used by the former and call them waste of energy and time. Their method is this: Mix one part of alcohol with three times its bulk of water and stir in enough whiting to thicken it to the consistency of thin cream. Apply this to the glass with waste or a cotton cloth. Leave it to dry, which it will do in fifteen or twenty minutes. Then rub it off with a clean cloth. The window is not only cleaned, but polished, the woodwork is in no way injured and much time and labor have been saved. "Clothes don't make de man," said Uncle Eben, "but dey do help some in lettle you know who de policemen is, so's you won't waste yoh time arguin." The Pewabec, for instance, sunk in Lake Huron in 167 feet of water, took with her 500 tons of pure bar silver and $300,000 in gold stored in a safe. Five divers have met death in attempt to recover some of this tempting treasure. Off Douglas island, Alaska, in 210 feet of water the steamer Islander went down in 1989, carrying to Davy Jones' locker a cool million in gold nuggets. To cheat the sea men have spent $25,000 on the wreck, but beyond knowing where she is located they have spent their money in valin. In 1909, off Nantucket lightship, the ill-fated Republic went down in 240 feet of water. Ship and cargo were valued at $2,000,000—a rich field for the diver to whom the exploration of her does not mean almost certain death. strange that so few men discover the secret of success in life? "Yes, but it's stranger still that the secret is still a secret. Surely some of the men who discovered it must have told it to their wives." --- BY ORISON SWETT MARDEN. Copyright by McClure Newspaper Syndicate CULTIVATE THE HABIT OF CHEERFULNESS. A woman in California, who, because of crushing sorrow, had fallen a victim to despondency, insomnia and kindred ills, determined to throw off the gloom which was making life so heavy a burden to her, and established a rule that she would laugh at least three times a day, whether occasion presented or not. Accordingly, she trained herself to laugh heartily at the least provocation, and would retire to her room and make merry by herself. She was soon in excellent health and buoyant spirits, and her home became a sunny, cheerful abode. To people who have lost the laughing habit I would say: Lock yourself in your room and practice smiling. Smile at your pictures, furniture, looking-glass, anything, just so the stiff muscles are brought into play again. In order to become normal, the natural fun-loving forces within us must be released. Laughter is one form of exercise which sets them free, rescues men from the "blues." Somewhere I have read of a man whose "laughing muscles" were so paralyzed that his laughter sounded like a voice from the tombs. American life is so serious that many men lose their power to laugh. They can force a little sepulchral chuckle, but the genuine side-shaking laughter is almost a stranger to their experience. They are in such a serious chase after the dollar, their life is so strenuous, so given to scheming and planning, that they do not have much time to laugh. They do not know the medicinal value there is in the habit of laughter, how it clears the cobwebs out of the brain, disposes of the pangs of worry and anxiety and business pressure, takes the mind off the grind of things, removes friction, and helps to make life worth while. You may not be able to cultivate the optimistic temperament to any great extent, if you lack it, but cheerfulness can be cultivated. We all know that if we brood over our sorrows, and dwell upon our misfortunes, our physical being very quickly sympathizes with our moods. "Talk happiness. The world is sad enough without your woe." A woman who has had great affliction says: "I have had nothing I could give but myself, and so I made the resolution that I would never saden anyone with my troubles. I have laughed and told jokes when I could have wept. I have smiled in the face of every misfortune. I have tried to let everyone go away from my presence with a happy word and bright thought to carry with them. Happiness makes happiness, and I myself am happier than I would have been had I sat down and bemoaned my fate." "Encourage your child to be merry and laugh aloud," says a great French surgeon. "A good hearty laugh expands the chest and makes the blood bound merrily along." We realize that it is very necessary to train the mind in business principles; to train certain faculties to do special things, but do not seem to think it necessary to cultivate the habit of cheerfulness. Yet not even an education is as necessary to the child as the formation of the cheerful habit. This ought to be regarded as the first essential of the preparation for life—the training of the mind toward sunshine; the developing of every possibility of the cheerful faculties. Cheerfulness is one of the great miracle-workers of the world. It enforces the whole man, doubles and trebles his power, and gives new meaning to his life. A SMILING FACE IS A GREAT HERS ITAGE. "I jist loke to let her in at the dure," said an Irish servant of a lady caller. "The very face of her does one good, shure." How glad we all are to welcome sunny souls! We are never too busy to see them. There is nothing we welcome so much as sunshine. Someone has said, "A happy human face—it is the gift that may be made by poor or rich, by old or young. It is the gift to which all are entitled, with which all are pleased." Oh, what riches live in a sunny soul; what a heritage is a smiling face—to be able to fling out sunshine everywhere one goes, to scatter the shadows and to lighten sorrowing hearts; to have the power to send cheer into despairing souls through a sunny and radiant disposition! And yet all about us we see people going through life peddling vinegar, radiating bitterness, finding fault, and seeing only the ugly; worrying, fretting, cynical and pessimistic! Some people have a genius for seeing only the crooked, the evil and disagreeable. Pessimism is always a destroyer, never a producer. We need more joy peddlers, and sunshine makers, more people who refuse to see the ugly, the bitter and the crooked; who see the world of beauty and perfection which God has made, and not the world which sin and discord and disease have made. We need people who see the man and woman Hogs and Bulls as Racing Mounts. The eighteenth century experimented with bulls and cows as racing mounts, instead of horses. The early nineteenth century saw an equally interesting substitute for the harnessed horse. Just a century ago a small farmer of the neighborhood drove into St. Albans on market day in a little car drawn by four hogs. Having toured the market place three or four times amid applause, he put his animals up in a stable, did his marketing and drove again to the accompani- whom God has made—pure, clean, sane, healthy—and not the ugly, diseased, discordant dwarf, the burlesque of man, which wrong thinking, wrong living and sin have made. A cheerful, optimistic mind is a sort of a prism which brings the rainbow colors out of things which are invisible to the pessimist. The prism does not make the colors in the spectrum. They are everywhere in the light before our eyes. Our light is made up of all the different colors of the rainbow. The prism merely separates them and makes them visible to the eye. The ability to radiate sunshine is a greater power than beauty or wealth. If you would do the maximum of which you are capable, keep the mind filled with sunshine, with beauty and truth, with cheerful, uplifting thoughts. Bury everything that makes you unhappy and discordant, everything that cramps your freedom, that worries you, before it buries you. Take joy with you; cling to it, no matter where you go or what you do. It is your lubricating oil which would prevent the jars, the discords, and shut out the sorrows of life. True religion is full of hope, sunshine, optimism and cheerfulness. It is joyous and glad and beautiful. There is no Christianity in the ugly, the discordant, the sad. The religion which Christ taught was bright, cheerful and beautiful. The sunshine, the "lilies of the field," the "birds of the air," the hills, the valleys, the trees, the mountains, the brooks—all things beautiful—were in his teaching. There was no cold, dry theology in it. It was just happy Christianity! Refuse to be gloomy. Cheer up! Get your mind off your troubles. Do not think about them. Think of the bright things in life. Think gratefully of the good things you have. Wake up, and be cheerful. Stops Heat Rays. An interesting chemical paint which has the property of intercepting the heat rays of the sun, has recently been put on the market by a German concern. It may be applied to tin, corrugated iron, slate or glass, indeed, any material used in the roofing of buildings, and by its peculiar quality leaves the room beneath the roof comparatively cool. It is stated that the temperature of workrooms may be reduced from 15 to 20 degrees Fahrenheit, according to the surface which can be covered, and the added efficiency of the workmen thus promoted is a direct and measurable gain. The paint is light blue in color, so that, if applied to glass, it does not appreciably influence the light. Its components are at present a trade secret, but the fact that many large electric and manufacturing companies in Germany are regular users is cited as evidence that it is practical. Ancient Corn Mills. These peculiar rock formations are hand-made—the most ancient of grist mills for grinding American corn. They have been used by the Navajo Indians of Arizona from time immemorial up to within a comparatively few years. There are 35 to 40 of them in the group, the lava rock in which they have been cut being especially favorable for grinding purposes. The Navajos, unlike their more warlike neighbors, the Apaches, have been for the past 200 years a pastoral and industrial race of Indians, cultivating large acreages of grain and an entire tribe was wont to repair to these mortars near Sulphur Springs, where the squaws would spend several days making meal. Some of the old hangers on at Sulphur Springs say that years ago there were many pestles or grinding stones lying around the "mill," but these all have been taken away by travelers as curiosities. Thought and Action. We build from within, outward, but the outward growth also sends down its roots within. We act according to the thoughts we cherish, and yet it is true that our actions have their reflex influence upon our thoughts. Do you wish to be brave and unselfish? Compel yourself to act as if you were, whatever your feeling, and your conduct will have its effect in strengthening your spirit. Do you desire to be temperate and kind in your judgment of others? Make your speech of that order and a like habit of thought will gradually become yours. The way to get anywhere is to start with the one step possible. Old Registration System. The papyr of the Roman period have conclusively proved that registration of land already existed in a highly elaborate form, and that it was instituted not only in the interests of the state, but also—some think even primarily—in the interests of private individuals. That point comes out clearly in an important edict of a first-century prefect, who ordains that contracts affecting real property were not to be drawn up without authorization from the keepers of the public archives. These officials had to keep the registers up to date, entering in them all mortgages and other charges, as well as changes of ownership, and they were thus enabled to protect an intending purchaser from oversights and frauds—New York Press. Regimental Pets. Some of the Canadian regiments took their pets to England with them. in front of one detachment during the march through Plymouth was a young trooper with the neck and shoulders of a wrestler, and on his shoulder, playing with his ear, was a tame white rat. Another battalion intends to take to the front a small black bear captured in the Canadian woods. ment of louder cheers, which did not make them shy. It had taken him six months to train them, and he refused an offer of $250 down for the vehicle and team. Pa's Plan. "Pa, I simply must marry a nobleman." "I have a scheme that ought, to suit everybody." "What is it?" "You marry a good American. Then, if necessary, I'll buy him a title." TO SERVE WITH LUNCH TO SERVE WITH LUNCH SUGGESTIONS FOR DISHES EASY TO COMPOUND. Will Frequently Be Found Valuable in Emergencies That All Housewives Experience — Piquant Suggestions From France. Hors d'oeuvres are an essential part of the French dejeuner, but here they are not often served at the family luncheon. They are often convenient, however, to eke out and give a little appetizer to a luncheon that might otherwise be scanty, and a few good ideas for hors d'oeuvres and savories are valuable for the housewife. Here are a few sample recipes that can be made and worked into a luncheon at the last moment: Deviled Sardines.—Take .sardines, warm them in their own oil, add a little lemon juice, season high with salt, pepper and English sauce, serve very hot on small rounds of toast. Savory Toast—Chop very finely, or run through a meat chopper, any pieces of cold chicken, beef, ham or tongue. Pound to a paste with the yolks of two hard boiled eggs, a piece of butter, pepper, salt, a little Chutney and Worcestershire. Spread rather thickly on thin strips of toast and set in the oven to heat. Cheese Canapes—Cut bread into pieces one-half an inch thick, then stamp them into circles with a biscuit cutter. Saute the bread in a little butter until it is of an amber color on both sides. Cover the silices with a thick layer of grated cheese, sprinkle with salt, pepper and a dash of cayenne. Fifteen minutes before the time to serve place them in the oven for a few minutes to soften the cheese. Anchovy Canapes—Spread strips of fried bread with a thin layer of anchovy paste. Sprinkle over the top alternate rows of the white and yolks of hard boiled eggs chopped very fine. Sardine canapes are made by pounding the sardines to a paste, spreading it on strips of fried bread and sprinkling the top with some sort of chopped pickle. Stuffed Eggs—Cut hard boiled eggs in halves. Take out the yolks carefully and mix them with an equal quantity of softened bread crumbs; season highly with a little butter, salt and pepper. Molsten with any sauce; add a little raw egg. Fill the whites from which the yolks were taken, round off the tops smoothly, slice a small piece off the bottom, so that the eggs will stand upright, and serve. Any flavoring or seasoning that is liked may be added to the mixture for stuffing eggs—mayonnaise, mustard, mushroom, tomato, or they may be mixed with French dressing. Potato and Onion Salad Pare and cut potatoes into thin slices, parboil until done but "not washed. Drain and pour on a shallow dish. Now take centers of boiled onion rings, mash with a fork, add a sifting of salt and pepper, then mix with enough boiled dressing to make a smooth, rather thick emulsion. Sift salt and pepper over the potatoes, then cover with the dressing and let it stand for an hour to ripen. This is a nice luncheon dish and can be served with rings of hard boiled eggs, cured bacon or boiled ham. Whole Wheat Bread. One tablespoonful lard, one tablespoonful sugar, one teaspoonful of salt, one cupful each of boiling water and hot (not boiling) milk, a yeast cake dissolved in one-half cupful of warm water, one cupful of white flour, three cupfuls of whole wheat flour, or enough to make a soft dough. Mix, knead for ten minutes, cover and let it rise in an even temperature to twice its first bulk. Make into small loaves, place in greased pans, let rise an hour or until puffy, and bake. Baking Cookies. If you have difficulty with your cookies, either because they cook too fast on the bottom or are hard to get out of the pan, try using a large dripping pan and placing the cookies on the bottom of the pan rather than in it. Turn the pan upside down, lay a piece of buttered paper or paraffin paper on it and then lay on the cookies. They will cook evenly and there will be no danger of breaking them when taking them off. Brambles. One cupful raisins, the juice and grated rind of one lemon, one egg, one cupful of sugar, small piece of butter, one-half teaspoonful of clinnamon, one-half teaspoonful of nutmeg, o- quarter teaspoonful of cloves, mix all together. Make a rich crust, cut the size of a small saucer, fill with one tablespoonful of the filling, fold and bake as any turnover. Ham a la Venison. This is delicious for Sunday night suppers: Put one tablespoonful butter and one tablespoonful currant jelly in a frying pan over a rather slow fire. When melted, lay in some slices of cooked ham and fry each side until almost ready to burn. Remove to a hot platter and garnish with parsley. Wooden Ware. Wooden ware which has any odor o; the food which has been in it—and wood absorbs odors quickly—should be soaked in hot water in which soda is dissolved in the proportion of a tablespoonful of soda to four quarts of water. To Save Sugar. When making cranberry jelly use a pinch of soda before straining the cranberries. It will take only about half as much sugar and does not hurt the flavor or keep it from jellying. Stewed apricots, rhubarb, etc., may be handled the same way. For Fruit Steins on Woolen Wet the spots with tepid water, then rub dry starch and hang out in the sun. Washing in kerosene before washing with soap and water is another way of taking out fruit stains. Novel Things in Neckwear T M. THE new collars give one the choice of baring the throat, leaving it more or less veiled, or covering it completely. But almost without exception they are high at the back, many of them very high, and the neck is lost to view. In the greater number the throat is open, there are flaring revers at the side and a turnover portion at the back. Within these lines the variety of ways in which the collars are cut is really bewildering. To judge by this, everyone is to wear novel things in neckwear, and every style is to be suited. Besides the turnover collars, with revers at the sides and vestees at the front, there are smart styles with standing plats across the back. These are cut squarely off at the sides, leaving the throat uncovered, but are finished with a long vestee at the front. These, like other standing effects, are supported by fine wires. They are very high, reaching not much below the top of the ears. Then there are the graduated ruffles of fine lace which are favorites on gowns of lace and net and on afternoon gowns of taffetta or faille or crepe de chine. They are not so high On the Subject A THE plainest of boudoir caps, such as that one pictured here, will serve to introduce a coterie of others far more elaborately made. The subject of boudoir caps is inexhaustible; they are as varied, almost, as the faces they so prettily set off. Daintiness is the most lasting of feminine charms, and the boudoir cap is an expression of this. Displayed in a New York shop are a half dozen or so styles, that run the scale from the simplest to the most elaborate. The first one consists of a puff of plain crepe de chine for the crown, which is gathered over a circle of wire that fits the head. Lace, about three inches wide, plaited in narrow side plaitings, is sewed inside the edge of the cap about the front, extending from one temple to the other. A second length of the plaited lace is sewed in, extending from ear to ear. The lace is then turned back off the face and tacked to the crown, forming a coronet of lace about the face. Where this plaiting leaves off, a third length is sewed in the cap and is left hanging over its neck. A rosette of narrow ribbon is sewed to each side. The next cap is made of all-over shadow lace with the puffed crown shirred over a circle of wire. A frill of very narrow lace extends about the front of the cap. Across the back there is a scant frill of wider lace They have puffed crowns and short capes of the material and were trimmed with lace and little ribbon roses in several colors. One of the prettiest of all was made of sheer openwork swiss embroidery for the puffed crown, and a double ruffle of lace about the face. Satin ribbon two inches wide was twisted about the crown and tied in a bow at the front. JULIA BOTTOMLEY. Picot Edges. The plocet edge is lavishly used as a finish on modern costumes, and not only is this form of edge-trimming exquisitely soft and dainty, but it does away with the necessity of hemming—always a tiresome process where chiffons or tulle are concerned. A sulphur-colore: tulle dancing frock has three skirt floures, each scalloped and pict edged, and the tulle straps which form the upper bodice are also plocet edged. Even tulle bridal veils are finished with the T at the back and gradually grow narrower at the sides and front, finally disappearing at the top fastening of the bodice. But they also require wiring with the finest of silk-covered wire, to give them the sprightly pose required. One of the new collars of sheer batiste finished with fine embroidery is shown in the picture given here. It is a good example of a type of collar which is featured among the new dress accessories for spring. Equally strong as a novelty, the new very high, standing collars (high at the front as well as the back), attached or unattached to the blouse, are commanding much attention and may prove the favorites. Just at the moment the sheer collar, high at the back and turned over, open at the throat, is liked finished by a band of narrow black velvet ribbon which ties over it around the throat and appears to support it, although fine wires really do the work. There is a lot of wear in the collars of embroidered batiste; they provide an inexpensive and dainty means of freshening up the dress. of Boudoir Caps that is wired with fine wire, to curve outward from the ears and neck. This smart little affair is trimmed with a twist of narrow satin ribbon and occasional clusters of the smallest chiffon roses set about the face. It is finished with a rosette of the ribbon at each side. The third cap was made of fine dotted swiss and shaped like a baby's cap. A frill of cluny lace, very scant, fell about the face, and an insertion of the same was set in about the crown. Between the insertion and the frill a narrow band of ribbon extended about the cap, ending in long loops and ends at the left side. The fanciest and most novel of caps in this gay array had a puffed crown of colored silk set in a brim of Irish lace. The lace was wired to stand out in four points, one at the front, one at the back, and one at each side. It had no trimmings, the richness of the lace making this unnecessary. Many simple caps were shown made of flowered volle and marquette. They have puffed crowns and short capes of the material and were trimmed with lace and little ribbon roses in several colors. One of the prettiest of all was made of sheer openwork swiss embroidery for the puffed crown, and a double ruffle of lace about the face. Satin ribbon two inches wide was twisted about the crown and tied in a bow at the front. JULIA BOTTOMLEY. dainty picot edge. This edge is really hemstitching cut in half, and will be done at any place where hemstitching is done. It is the ideal finish for tulle, silk net, daphnie silk, pussy willow silk and crepe de chine, but it is not as satisfactory on satin or chiffon. Modern Improvements. "They certainly are improving on the old style of sending things. They can even telegraph photographs now." "Yes, and I notice that presents of flowers can be wired." BREAD DRESSING FOR STEAK Many Prefer Meat Prepared in a Casserole to That Broiled in the Regular Way. If you wish to stuff a flank steak use bread dressing; use it with vegetables and a small quantity of liquid in a casserole. If you do not own one (and you should in these times of high prices) use any tightly covered dish. Be sure it is tight so the steam cannot escape. Bread Stuffing—Two cupfuls soft bread crumbs, one-half cupful butter melted in one-third cupful hot water or milk, one-quarter teaspoonful powdered sweet herbs or spiced poultry, seasoning, one beaten egg. Mix the ingredients together thoroughly. The bread should be 24 hours old and taken from the center of the loaf. The seasoning is a matter of individual taste, so you can use the above quantities or suit your taste. The egg may be omitted if the flank is to be eaten hot, but will slice better when cold if egg is used. Cracker crumbs give a drier stuffing. Spread your flank steak with above and roll tightly. Fry out some suet and then brown the flank so as to hold the juices. Put in casserole, add little water and when half done season with salt and pepper, chopped onions and plenty of fine minced vegetables or rice, whichever you may prefer. The flank is quite juicy, so you will need but little water. It lacks flavor, so the high spices and vegetables make up what the flank lacks. It is much better this way than broiled as regular steak. DO YOU KNOW THAT— Pickles will never become moldy if you put a thy bag of mustard in the top of the receptacle in which they are kept? If your silk dress looks rusty you can revive it by sponging it with water in which potatoes have been boiled? Mice can be most successfully exterminated if you stuff all their holes with a piece of rag which has been dipped in water and then in cayenne pepper? A very quick way to cool a hot liquid is to pass it through a clean cloth saturated with cold water? And if the liquor is soup no trace of grease will remain? If you lay your silver away in common flour it will remain bright for some time? You can warm over meat much more quickly if you wrap it in greased paper? The steam will prevent the meat from becoming hard and dry? Perspiration stains can be removed from a thin shirtwist by soaking it in cold water, to which you have added a little sodium bicarbonate before it has been washed? There is a new square meshed velling that is much liked? Hot-Water Chocolate Cake. Two tablespoonfuls butter, one cupful sugar, yolk of one egg, two tablespoonfuls cocoa dissolved in one-half cupful boiling water, one teaspoonful of soda dissolved in one-half cupful boiling water, one teaspoonful of baking powder, sifted with one and one-half cupful of flour and one teaspoonful of vanilla. Mix in order given and bake in square tin about thirty minutes. Frost with white of egg beaten stiff. Boll one cupful' sugar in little water till it hairs, then turn on egg and beat till stiff. When Steak Is Tough To make a tough steak tender, put three tablespoonfuls of salad oil and one tablespoonful vinegar on a large flat dish. Lay the steak on the mixture and let it rest in this way for half an hour, then turn it over, and let it rest another half hour in the same quantity of vinegar and oil. The toughest steak will yield to this treatment and be nice and tender when served. Little Cake Decorations Decorate your small cakes with white icing and form a bowknot on each cake with pale green icing. Before laying the knot place a narrow strip of white paper on, slightly raised. When the ends are set in the icing, ice over the knot with the green. Before serving slip a small spray of holly with the bright red berries on through the loop. Fish Puff. This is a delicious dish made from remnants of cold cooked fish. Chop fish and mix it with equal parts of mashed potato. Season with salt and pepper and a tablespoonful of melted butter. Stir into it two bggs, form into a roll, brush with a beaten egg, roll in bread crumbs and bake in a quick oven until brown. Wine Jelly. Take a half box of gelatin, soaked in a half pint of cold water for 15 minutes, and add three gills of boiling water and two-thirds of a cupful of sugar. Let this come to the boiling point, then add seven tablespoonfuls of best sherry wine and two teaspoonfuls of French brandy. Boil up once, strain and cool. Cape May Omelet. Soak one-half cupful stale breadcrumbs in milk. Beat one egg well, add salt, pepper and a tablespoonful melted butter. Add one-half cupful canned corn and mix with the breadcrumbs. The mixture should be quite thick. Bake in a buttered dish just long enough to set the egg and brown the top. Rendering Leaf Lard A quick way to render leaf lard is to cut it in strip; about the size that will fit into a meat grinder, using the largest opening, which will allow it to come through very fine. Put in kettle and place in a hot oven until the lard is extracted, strain through cheesecloth and put in crocks. Golden Buck. Prepare a nice Welsh rarebit, spread on silices of toast and place a poached egg on each slice. Garnish with watercress. HOME TOWN HELPS Builders of Human Habitations Do Well to Avoid Too Many Straight Lines. Nature makes no straight lines, for whether it be the canopy above, the horizon about us, the shore of ocean or pond, the course of streams, the lines of horse, bird, or even of the human figure, beautiful curves and variety and multiplicity of curves everywhere abound. Without guidance such as a taut cord, a straight edge, or ruler, man cannot make a straight line. Even with the assistance of a crack or continuous joint in a sidewalk the homeward-bound in the "wee sma" hours anent the twail cannot maintain their physical dignity and equilibrium, however assiduously their feet woo "the straight and narrow path of rectitude." It must then be apparent that nature never intended man to make straight lines, and the present writer loves them not, even in a dwelling-house. The clay cottage with thatched roof is the very acme of beauty in shelters for mankind, and often the simple, old "fashioned garden round about holds more of natural charm than the most favored part of the grandest estate. Those who have tramped over freshly-fallen snow, though intent upon going in a straight line from one specific point to another, looking back upon their course, may easily desyear what beautiful and smoothly-flowing curves they have traced upon earth's whitry shroud. Even the paths of domestic animals through their pastures are of most artistic and gentle departure from the monotonous straight line. Still, we would not advise following these in the economic disposition of traffic, as did the Bostonians with Sam Foss' calf trail. Likewise, we should avoid violation of the dictates of common sense by trying to institute curves in a front walk from street to door when the distance is but a few paces. Curves must not be made to appear ridiculous. Sometimes restricted scope precludes their use and straight lines must prevail. Still, the straight line is not, as Ruskin is reputed to have said, "the line of beauty." SAVING NEW YORK'S TREES Planting Association of the Great Metropolis Finds Itself Facing a Hard Problem. Manhattan presents a hard problem for those who want to beautify the metropolis with shade trees. It seems that certain streets are not altogether hopeless, according to the report of the Tree Planting association of New York, just out. Such are Seventh avenue and Lenox from One Hundred and Tenth street up; Broadway north from Fifty-ninth street, also West End avenue, West One Hundred and Thirty-eighth, West Seventy-ninth street, etc. On all of these there are plantations at present. In spite of the fact that some people have the idea that New York has few shade trees there are dozens of varieties of all shades and styles and patterns, from aristocratic shade trees to scraggy slum dwarfs. Tree doctors and surgeons are very necessary, and tree surgery has become quite a definite science. Many a fine old tree is saved by "billing its tooth," as it were—that is, filling its hollow cavity with cement to prevent further decay. The committee of the association has divided up New York into districts for special examination, and the report on the different geographical locations is exhaustive. City-Planning Association For a number of years the city of New York has contemplated the creation of a city-planning commission for regulating the various civic improvement undertakings of the municipality, as well as those of private individuals. The work which would come under the supervision of such a city-planning commission would include, among other things, housing, industrial structures, the conveyances of supplies and materials of manufacture and manufactured products, the disposal of waste material, the arrangement of the various sections of the city in accessible manner, rapid and convenient means of transportation, the provision of facilities for education and public recreation. These are the fundamental objects of city planning, but many other city activities would come under the supervision of the city-planning commission, such as regulating the height of buildings, dividing the city into districts and zones, traffic regulations, etc. Good Judgment Needed Good judgment—not a matter of opinion, but a matter of principle, training and experience—is necessary to the selection of a proper location for a civic center in order to avoid the criticism and condemnation of future generations to which we lay ourselves open if we do not exercise proper judgment at the crucial moment. One Solid Benefit "I tell you, sir, the great benefit of a college education lies in the friends you make." "That's so. No matter how old you are, if you have been through college you can always find some one to play poker or bet on the races or go on a spree with."—Life. More Important Thing. The latest estimate places the age of the earth at 100,000,000 years. 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Our Mottos: "Nothing but The Best" The Crosthwait Floral Company Everything in Flowers and Flower Designs "WE DELIVER THE GOODS" The People say we have made some of the most beautiful and original de- signs in flowers ever seen in Kansas City. Our Specialty-- "Quick Delivery--Satisfactory Service" 1804 E. 18th St., Kansas City, Mo SELADIA, MO. Mrs. Taylor who has been visiting with her sister, Mrs. Cox of North Mill street returned to her home in Chicago, Ill..Br. J. Will Jackson is at home on the sick list....The good work of Sedalia Civic Business and Improvement League organized by C. C. Hubbard is already beginning to show....Our two Negro grocers have notified the public that they are pre-prepared to extend credit whenever necessity demands it....Miss A. Wilfene Packson has returned to her school work in Joplin, Mo., after a three days' visit at home with her sick father....We were glad to see Mrs. J. T. Ferrell whose school work is in Jefferson City, BM....We are sorry to report Mr. Al Dore one of Sedalia's oldest citizens and old soldier dangerously ill at his home on North Lamine street....The efforts of Centenniel Lodge A. F. & A. M. to rally the front this year by all of its members uniting and pulling together is being crowned with success. MARYSVILLE, M Mrs. Alfred Allen and daughters were hostesses at a party Monday from 8:30 until 11 o'clock. Games were indulged in. Good music rendered. An elegant luncheon was served....Mrs Charottee Oustler is on the slick list....Mr. O. R. Vance is on the slick list....Miss J. Frances Fields, teacher at Lincoln school at St. Joseph, Mo. came home Saturday night and spent Washington's anniversary with her mother and father, Mr. and John. Fields on East Third street....Mr. and Mrs. Franklin Welch were called to St. Joseph, Mo., by the illness of his sister, Mrs. Geo. Critelling who underwent an operation Monday....Rev. J. D. 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P. M. Dabney's XXth Century Pressing One jar Madam P. M. Dabney's XXth Century Hair Grower One box Madam P. M. Dabney's XXth Century Pressing Oil And one bottle Madam P. M. Dabney's. XXth Century Shampoo . Make a course of treatment for the hair and scalp which will last six weeks. Send us an order today enclosing P. O. money order for $1.25 and receive them by parcel post prepaid, or write for literature and information to 1806 E. 24th St. Mrs. Daffney Jacobs died at her home on Franklin street Thursday night after a lingering illness. She was 84 years of age and a son and two daughters, a husband and a host of relatives and friends survive her. The funeral services were held from the St. John M. E. Church Sunday morning and the Rev. O. A. Johnson officiated. Mr. Harry Green of North Twenty-fourth street was called to Liberty, Mo., last week to attend the funeral of his aunt, Miss Anna Moore. Mesdames McGill and Berry were called here last week from Kansas City to attend the funeral of their sister, Miss Selma Adams, who passed away Monday, after an illness of two weeks. Mesdames Green, Esters, Lincoln, Washington, Thirkles, Misses Lillie Green and Estelle Thirkles went to Ligerty, Mo., Saturday evening to attend the funeral of Miss Anna Moore. Mrs. Bessie Lindsay of Excelsior Springs, Mo., attended the funeral here Sunday of her grandmother. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Ferguson are the proud parents of a baby girl, to whom they have given the name of Helen Grace. Mr. and Mrs. Haywood, Mr. and Mrs. Brown have moved into their new home on the corner of Twenty-fourth and Ash streets. The following persons are on the sick list: Mesdames Dolly Ragsdale and Emeline Gates. Mr. Wm. Hegwood was in Kansas City Monday on business. Helena. Mont. When your paper comes to me each week I feel as though I live at home. I have not lived in Kansas City for twelve years but I can never forget the dear old city which I love so well and my many friends whose names I see constantly in the Sun. Rev. I. S. Wilson accompanied by Presiding Elder C. N. Douglass left for Missoula, Mont., to hold a revival. Quarterly meeting was held at St James A. M. E. Church, Sunday, February 14. Rev. Douglass preached two soul-stirring sermons and a large audience was present....Mrs. Jennie Seals is much improved after a slight operation on the knee....Thursday evening a surprise party was given to Rev. C. N. Douglass, that being his birthday by Rev. I. S. Wilson and friends at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. A. E. McGinnis. Those present were Rev. and Mrs I. S. Wilson, Mr. and Mrs. J. E. W Clark, Mr and Mrs. N. Ford, Mr and Mrs. Wm. Mason, Mr. and Mrs. Chas Oliver, Mr. and Mrs. C. C. Matthews Mrs. C. J. Walker, Mrs. Bessie Lucas and daughter and A. G. Dorsey. After an hours' pleasure dalinity refreshments were served. Mrs. A. E. McGinnis, 911 Cannon St. LAWRENCE, KANSA8. Endora won the debate Sunday, Feb. 21 from Lawrence High School...The program at the Forum Sunday was very good...Sunday, Feb. 28 Miss Mae Strode and Mr. Theo. Copeland will render numbers on the program at Topeka's Forum...Mrs. Walker of St. Joseph, Mo., the District Sunday School Supt., was in Lawrence Sunday...Mr. Ed. Hooks is going to Kansas City every day...Miss Neosha Venerable, teacher in Lincoln High School visited in Lawrence Saturday and Sunday...Miss Hurse of Wichita, Kansas, visited her sister, Miss Haze Hurse, who is attending K. U...Mrs Dear Editor: TESTIMONIAL "With the use of Madam P. M. Dabney's XXth Century Hair Preparations my hair has grown four inches in six months. I would not be without them." Mrs. Henderson, 1721 Forest Ave., Kansas City, Mo. Madam P. M. Dabney's XXth Century Shampoo is the best cleaner for the washing of the heads of colored people. It contains no astringents or other ingredients harmful to the scalp. It promotes hair health and vigor. For woman, man or child. PRICE 50c. PEP BOTTLE PRICE 50c. PER BOTTLE Mme. P. M. Dabney's XXth Century Shampoo Treatment $1.25 tury Shampoo . . . treatment for the hair and scalp seeks. Send us an order today order for $1.25 and receive them or write for literature and infor- Dabney's XXth Century DEPARATIONS CO. Kansas City, Mo. Mason leaves shortly for Salt Lake City.....Mr. Kenneth Mason, who has been sick is improving now.....Mrs. Grace Forsten is ill.....Mrs. Williams is reported ill.....Mrs. Harris is sick. is Georgia. Georgia Figgins is very ill. Mrs. J. J. Jones entertained the circle with a three-course luncheon Tuesday, February 15, at her home. The Circle gave a surprise party Tuesday, February 23 on Mrs. Grace Forsten who is ill. CHILLICOTHE MO Bv B V LONGDON Rev. O. T. Redd of Kansas City preached at the Mt. Zlion Baptist church last Wednesday night....Miss Odessa Hillman spent several days in Kansas City, Kas, last wee....Prof Wm. Longdon was the guest of Rev L. H. Harris of Ballatin, Mo. Sunday....There has been a slight recovery in the serious illness of Mrs. Elmer Alex....Mrs. Wm. Anderson entertained the Fancy Work Club last Thursday....The A. M. S. club meet with Mrs. Mary Botts Saturday after noon....The Bachelor Girls were entertained at the home of Mr. and Mrs Robert Anderson with Miss Marguerite Ites as hostess last Saturday afternoon....Quarterly meeting was held at the A. M. E. church last Sunday. In accordance with P. E. Bryan's arrangement the meeting was conducted by Rev R. H. Longdon who was assisted by the pastor, Rev Burbridge. MISSOURI TO ASSIST IN NEGRO EXPOSITION A national exposition next August in Chicago will attempt to show the progress of the race during a half century of freedom. The movement for a national exposition was initiated by the negroes of Illinois, who were encouraged by an appropriation of $25,000 by the Illinois legislature, placed at the disposal of a commission headed by Bishop Samuel Fallows of Chicago. The Illinois commission, which was appointed by Gov. Edward F. Dunne, who is ex-officio chairman, follows Bishop Samuel Fallows, president; Mrs. Susan Lawrence Joergen-Dahl, vice president; Maj. George W. Ford, treasurer; Rev. A. J. Carey, John Dailey, W. Duff Piercy, R. R. Jackson, Medill McCormick and Thomas Wallace Swann, secretary. Gov. Major of Missouri, in response to the invitation of Gov. Dunne, has appointed the following commissioners to co-operate with the Illinois commission by gathering an exhibit: Frank L. Williams, St. Louis, president; Rev. T. Allen Harvey, Springfield; Prof. G. N. Gresham, Kansas City, and Rev. George E. Stevens, St. Louis, vice presidents; Rev. W. Sampson Brooks, St. Louis, treasurer; Mrs. Victoria Clay-Haley, St. Louis, secretary; Mrs. Katherine D. Tillman, Hanibal, assistant secretary; R. H. Hudlin, St. Louis, corresponding secretary; James S. Shaffner and W. P. Dye, St. Louis; C. G. Williams, Boonville; R. L. Logan, Columbia; Nelson Crews, Anna H. Jones and Mrs. Sallie C. Rodgers of Kansas City, and J. H. Simms of St. Joseph. They met recently and organized. The Missouri Commission will ask the legislature for an appropriation to cover the expenses of collecting an exhibit to represent the state at the Chicago exposition. Those sojourning or living in Chicago will find the Sun on sale at Mr. W. H. Robinson's place, 1937 West Lake street, or A. D. Hayes. 3640 S. State street. BURGLAR LEFT IN A HURRY Incident That Taught Him It Was Wise to Avoid Houses Wherein Are Young Children. "Of course, in my business, same as in any other," said the retired burglar, "you learn by experience. One of the first things I learned in that way was to avoid houses where they had young children, infants. "Grown folks may sleep right through thunderstorms, windstorms, things falling down in the house, most any sort of racket, but you never can tell what an infant will do. And those same grown-up folks that will sleep right through anything else will wake up sharp at the smallest peep from an infant. They seem to be tuned that way. But I had to learn this by experience. "One night when I was new in the business I went into what seemed to me a promising looking house in the suburban districts. Got in by the easy cellar window and padded upstairs to the second story front room with no trouble at all and went straight to the bureau. I opened the top drawer gently, without a queak, and when I turned in my light the very first thing I saw was a diamond ring that I guess must have made my eyes sparkle as much as the ring did. It was a big stone, I should think two or three carats. "It was a man's ring, and instead of slipping it straight into my pocket as I should have done I put it on my finger for just a moment to look at it. At that same instant I heard a baby begin to cry. "I had seen two persons in a bed in this room, but I had not observed a crib over on the other side of the bed. But the instant that baby cried one of the figures in the bed raised up on its elbow with its back toward me and looked over into the crib at the child, and I didn't need to have anybody tell me that it was time for me to go, which I did, without those two persons in the bed knowing that I had been there at all." Trinity Thorn Disappoints Trinity Thorn Disappoints. The Glastonbury thorn in Trinity churchyard, New York, disappointed its friends again this year by falling to put forth the "white buttercup" blossoms with which it never falls in England to greet January 7, Christmas day according to the old time calendar. But those who went to the churchyard yesterday and the day before to see how the thorn was getting along were pleased to see that it had responded to the day that spring filmed from winter on January 7, and although lacking bloom gave signs of sturdy life. The thorn was brought from the ancient Benedictine Abbey in Somersetshire a year ago last fall and planted under the personal direction of the Rev. Dr. W. T. Manning, rector of Trinity. It is a sprig of the original Glastonbury thorn, which legend says was an offshoot of the staff of St. Joseph of Arimathea. It had been feared that the thorn, which is not large, would not live, but it is vicious in its second New York winter, and perhaps may show its Christmas blossoms another year. Activities of Women: Suffragists claim the credit of electing United States Senator Curtis in Kansas. If Michigan establishes a woman's reformatory it will be controlled and operated by women. Women "clergymen" increased 183.8 per cent in the United States during the past ten years. Chorus girls in New York city object to being sensationalized and have asked for the privilege of censoring matter before being sent to the newspapers. The Woman's Legislative congress recently voted down eugenics, but passed several other measures, including an eight-hour day for working women. Women are now employed as cashiers in the Waldorf hotel in New York city, because it is claimed that they are sharper about their work than men. Vaccinate With Eggs Vaccinating a child with whites of eggs to cure it of asthma is the curious advance in medical knowledge worked out by Dr. Fritz B. Talbot of Boston. He has proved that asthma in some children is a form of the body reaction, called by the doctors, "anaphylaxis," that it occurs in the children as the result of susceptibility to protol substances in eggs, or, as mothers would say, is a manifestation of "egg poisoning," and these children can be immunized against egg poisoning and freed of their asthmatic attacks by repeated doses of egg white. After the skin has been cleansed with soap and alcohol, the egg white is rubbed into a slight scratch. Return of Old Weapons This great war has seen the revival of many old weapons such as the catapult and the at one time obsolete mortar. Now we hear of hand grenades being used, which gave the name to the British Grenadier guards. The original grenadiers were a company of picked men attached to every battalion of foot. They were distinguished by tall bearskin caps and held the place of honor—the right when in line and the front when in column. So to Speak "Mr. Twobble has a boll; Mrs. Twobble has, a boll and two of the children are similarly afflicted." "A series of family gatherings, eh?" Just So. Men are like fish. Neither would get into trouble if they kept their mouths shut—Exchange. Moderation. Moderation is the silken string running through the pearl chain of all virtues.—Bishop Hall. Chiropodists in German Army. Every German regiment has a chiropodist in its ranks. HIS PUNISHMENT. A young man, whose name we couldn't be tortured into telling, was overtaken by sad disaster last week. He has been married six months and just had his first bitter quarrel. You must know that he chews tobacco occasionally. But he has been careful to conceal this vice from his bride—so careful that she never suspected such a thing until she accidentally discovered a half-consumed plug in his clothes. If there's anything that girl detests it's chewing, and she proceeded to raise an awful rumpus. He came back sharply and a full-sized family jar developed. "If I had known that you chewed," she declared, "I should never have married you!" "That's what I get," he responded, bitterly, "for being a hypocrite." Applicant for Office Clerkship Why, sir, I'm a regular lightning cal culator. The Boss—Then this is no place for you. This is the gunpowder works and you'd be liable to blow the whole blame place up. The Commuter. He's loaded down to beat the band With one thing and another; A hammock for his daughter, A washtub for her mother. Made a Hit. Mrs. Flatte—I think our grocer is just the nicest man. Mr. Flatte—Changed your opinion of him, evidently. "Yes. I was down there and got weighed this afternoon, and as I was about to step on the scales he said, 'Don't weigh yourself there. Use these other scales, they are the ones we weigh the sugar on.' A Puzzle Bacon—I see eggs can be boiled, steamed and poached at the same time with a new cooking utensil on the chafing dish order. Egbert—Nothing new about that. Why, I've had eggs served that I couldn't tell if they were boiled, steamed or poached, even after I'd asked the waiter." Master Was Away. "What are you smacking your lips about, Norah?" asked the lady of the house, suspiciously. "Because there's nobody about to smack 'em for me, ma'am," was the reply. A Slight Difference. "I hear your husband has been presented, too. Mine was presented by the American ambassador. Who presented yours?" Wanted effort. "What alis mother?" "She has just heard that despite her efforts on half the world doesn't know the other half lives." DELICATE SITUATION. Hiram—Dickson's gal has took to writin' poetry. Stram—Waal, ain't they havin' nothin' done for her? See the Point? Speaking of bitter ends (we were) Say, did you ever see A little kid grab at a fly And get a bumble bee? Too Fat for That. Bacon—You say you and your wife are both taking a treatment to reduce your flesh? Egbert—We certainly are. "But neither of you need to be any slimmer." "Go away! You've never seen our flat!" Same Thing. "Mrs. Malaprop, your husband has said nothing to my proposal for your daughter." Of Little Use. "Yes, I tried the experiment of an office girl instead of an office boy. She didn't whistle or smoke, but she failed to please the office force." "Why was that?" "She could never learn to go out and get the correct score." What is a Luxury? Meandering Mike—Here's a, New York druggist calling soap a luxury. Weary Willie—Luxury nothin'; It's a nuisance!—Buffalo Express. PROF. J. C. HOBBS. Premier dancing master and proprietor which have been moved from his office more suitable location at 24th and 25th complete, handsomely furnished sugar stands and billiard parlors to his old friends and patrons and still call and make it their headquarters. CWELL & CHAPEL and MILL Hall and Paseo, Kansas City, Home Phone Main 7499 A Specialty. Caldwell's Pomade, Fair. Try it. Save your combing and any old hat you may have. From Samples. Feathers and Hats for Spirella Corsets. Mail orders at SARANTEED. LIVE AGENTS. ING. FACIAL. We teach the work we do. Thomas E. Green ORIAL PA Kansas City's premier dancing master and proprietor of the Bon Ton Tonsorial Parlors, which have been moved from his old location, 19th and Vine streets, to the more suitable location at 24th and Vine streets, where he has one of the most complete, handsomely furnished, and up to the minute Barber Shops, cigar stands and billiard parlors to be found in Greater Kansas City. All of his old friends and patrons and strangers passing thru the city are invited to call and make it their headquarters. Scalp Treatment a Specialty. Caldwell's Pomade and Tonic really Grows Hair. Try it. Save your combings, cut hair and any old hat you may have. Hair Matched From Samples. Feathers and Hats Cleaned, Dyed and Blocked. Agents for Spirella Correts. Mail orders answered promptly Thomas E. Grear TONSORIAL PARLOR 2211 1-2 Vine Street VICE ELECTRIC Grear, Prop. F. J. Walker. Hair Cuts and Shampoos. Best money down town when you can you will always find us at our post a GOOD SERVICE ELECTRIC LIGHTED First Class Shaves, Hair Cuts and Shampoos. Best Shop in the City. Do not take your money down town when you can get good service for it at home. You will always find us at our post and ready to serve. GIVE US A CALL based Tell Your Friends and Tobaccos Jackson H LEDE H If You are Pleased Tell Your Friends and if not Tell Us. Fine Cigars and Tobaccos Jackson Laundry Agency LACLEDE HOTEL STRICTLY MODERN ELECTRIC LIGHTED HEAT AND BATH ALL OUTSIDE ROOMS ROOMS BY DAY OR WEEK Rates: $2.50 and $3.00 Per Week Bell Phone, East 3852 2200Vine Street MRS. ANNIE WILLIAMS, Prop. Attention Subscribers New Store at 2200 VINE STREET We fully appreciated the fact that we must come to you for trade—we fully realized that in order to gain your confidence we must treat you fairly, honestly and honorably to establish a connection that would justify such a store as we have—it is MODERN in every respect—Sanitary to the limit—equipped so that we can render our own lard, MAKE OUR OWN SAUSAGE—MAKE OUR OWN MINCE MEAT. This enable us to sell and deliver to you articles you can depend on—and as the proof of the pudding is in the eating thereof all we can say is CALL AND CONVINCE YOURSELF AND WE ASSURE YOU THAT ANY ARTICLE BOUGHT—IF FOUND UNSATISFACTORY—YOUR MONEY WILL BE REFUNDED WITHOUT ARGUMENT. CAN YOU ASK MORE? Bring in your basket. Let us fill it for you and we fully believe you will be our customer. NILES GROCERY, 2200 VINE ST.