Kansas City Sun

Why are the Negro Voters Being Studiously Avoided in the Bond Campaign? VOLUME VI1. NUMBER 38. Why are the Nurses Commencen tion---Dr. Wm. J. makes good the C KANSAS CITY'S ANNUAL Mayor Jost's Address Classic Hon. Thos. M. Finn Arouse Every Negro C Rev. J. W. Hurse's Strong Impression Nurses Commencement an Ovation---Dr. Wm. J. Thompkins makes good the City Hospital KANSAS CITY'S ANNUAL CIVIC EVENT Mayor Jost's Address an American Classic Hon. Thos. M. Finn Aroused the Interest of Every Negro Citizen. Rev. J. W. Hurse's Strong Sermon a Lasting Impression. Home day has been changed from the first Sunday in June to the last Sunday in May, by request of the ministers. The Second Annual Convention of the Colored Division of the Kansas City General Hospital Training school for nurses, which constitutes the chief interest of this year to the civic pride of the Negroes of this city, was held May 15-20, and was the most auspicious occasion of its kind ever held in this section. The week consisted of many pleasing and interesting festivities, beginning with a reception at Lyric hall on the evening of Saturday, May 15th. The assembly of about 150 of Kansas City's elite, that enjoyed the affair, together with the hall beautifully decorated with palms, cut flowers, and the school and class colors, formed a brilliant spectacle. The following Sunday night the baccalaureate sermon was preached to the graduates by Rev. Hurse at St. Stephen's Baptist church. The house was taxed to its fullest capacity, and all who heard the minister's message Mayor Henry L. Jost, who delivered the most interesting, encouraging and eloquent address ever heard at the graduation exercises of the Nurses of the Colored division of the General Hospital Training School last Monday evening. to the young ladies of the graduating class were deeply impressed by the thoughtful, practical advice which, if taken to heart cannot help but tend toward success in the future. Mr. Thos. M. Finn, president of the hospital and health board, was the other speaker on the program. In spite of the fact that Mr. Finn lays no claim to being an orator, his forcefulness of character, sincerity of purpose, and strong convictions of conscience, together with his calm manner, clear voice, and directness of speech, make whatever he has to say interesting, and attention to him worth while. He spoke of his general interest in his Colored brother (for so he considers him)—relating incidents of his early training and environment that had fostered that feeling. He then spoke of his particular interest in the Colored people here incidental to his becoming identified with the work of the health department, where he felt that he could do them some good. He dwelt for the most part upon the subject of Colored division of the General Hospital, his ambition to bring about such an institution, reasons for doing so, his becoming acquainted with Dr. Thompkins, and reasons for selecting him as the man for the place, conditions that he found there a year ago, improvements made under Colored management, etc. He made an appeal for the cooperation of the Colored physicians of the city, for more students in the training school, who are local girls, and for greater, appreciation from the Colored citizens for physicians of their own race. He assured the public that while he retained his position in the department, the Colored division of the General Hospital should be equal to the white in every particular—equipment, comforts and necessities for the patients and opportunities for development of the nurses, internes and staff. Another feature of special interest was an extemporaneous talk on tuberculosis, by Dr. Paquin, commissalion of health of Kansas City and president of the Missouri Valley Health Association, an international character, who is a graduate of Missouri University, Queen's College, Canada; University of Paris, and also of Berlin. When called upon and intro The Kansas City Sun duced by Dr. Thompkins, he made his second appearance before an American public, and his initial bow before a Negro audience. Excellent music was rendered for the occasion by the choir of the church, where the exercises were held. The graduation exercises were held at Allen chapel on Monday evening, May 17th, with a good attendance of representative people of both races present, in spite of the inclementity of the weather. Dr. Thompkins, as master of ceremonies, in introducing the mayor, who delivered the commencement address, briefly recited the things of civic interest that have been accomplished during his administration, both for the betterment of Kansas City in general, and for the Negroes, in particular. In spite of his unfit physical condition, and a later appointment, Mayor Jost held his audience spell-bound for forty-five minutes with a masterpiece of eloquence. After hearing the words of wisdom, advice, and practical philosophy delivered in an earnest and heart-to-heart manner, one does not wonder at his being termed "the little giant"—for that of both the intellect and the heart he undoubtedly is. During his talk, he brought out many facts that have been glossed over by most public men of this country. He spoke of the differences between the respective courses that members of the two races must pursue toward the same end. In connection with this he discussed quite freely the subject of Social Equality. Coming then more directly toward his purpose, he enumerated and elaborated upon the three main factors in life; Fun, truth and love. Fun to keep us young and cheerful, truth, to make us strong, and love to make us tolerant Throughout the whole, he extolled the noble profession chosen by those graduating and exhorted them to the highest ideals of that profession. One particularly beautiful picture he drew was that contrasting the soldier on the battle field to the nurse at the same place to the greater glory of the nurse. After a death-like silence during the entire speech, the audience attempted to show its appreciation by prolonged and deafening applause, when the speaker had finished. REV. J. W. HURSE, The popular pastor of St. Stephen's Baptist Church, who delivered the most enthusiastically received baccalaureate sermon to the graduate nurses of the Colored Division of the General Hospital last Sunday. In introducing the next speaker, Mr. Finn, who was to present the diplomas, Dr. Thompson took the opportunity to thank him for making the occasion possible and for all he had done for the people of his race. He also expressed his appreciation for the hearty cooperation and assistance rendered by all connected with the work from the superintendent of the General Hospital down to the garbage man—not one thing having been asked for that had not been received, not one effort having been made that had not been recognized. In presenting the diplomas, Mr. Finn highly complimented the work of the graduates, of which he knew personally—having witnessed many times during his frequent visits to the hospital. He also paid a high tribute to Miss Mary Hampton the supervisor of nurses of the Colored division and complimented the Colored physicians of the staff, going into de KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI, SATURDAY, MAY 22, 1915. tall quite a little concerning their efficiency. But on this, as well as on the occasion the night before, did he extol most highly Dr. Wm. J. Thompkins, the superintendent of the Colored division of the General Hospital, proclaiming him as being from every standpoint a gentleman, a physician and surgeon, and an executive—the right man for the place. In connection he prided himself upon his good judgment in selecting Dr. Thompkins as the first Negro to hold this position, and also upon his own insistence in attempting to persuade Dr. Thompkins to accept it, until he succeeded. He said that under the management of Dr. Thompkins, his fondest expectations have been surpassed, and his colleagues convinced that the change is not an experiment but the logical condition for best results. He also expressed himself as being pleased with the two new Colored employees of the hygienic department, Dr. Richardson and Miss Laura Brown, both of whom were appointed at the suggestion of Dr. Thompkins. Miss Bustard, supervisor of nurses of the General Hospital Training school then presented to the graduates their school pins, after which they recited the "Florence Nightingale Pledge." Others on the rostrum were Dr. Geo. Pipkin, superintendent of the General Hospital; Rev. Hurse, pastor of St. Stephens' Baptist church; and Rev. Thomas, pastor of Allen Chapel. Music for the occasion was rendered by the unequaled Western University chorus, which, under the direction of Prof. R. G. Jackson was at its best—more than this need not be said. Rev. Wm. H. Thomas, pastor of the church delivered both invocation and benediction. The members of the graduating class are Miss Kathryn Price, of Illinois; Miss Georgia Hall, of Kansas, and Miss Leatna Hargrove of Texas. Other features of the commencement week were a luncheon at noon Tuesday, the 18th, for the mayor and the hospital and health board, prepared and served by the graduating class. A picnic at Swope Park on Wednesday and an automobile tour of the city for the class on Thursday concluded the festivities. PROF. A. R. CHINN QUITS TEACH ING. A recent issue of the Glasgow Missourian contains the following announcement: "We have just learned that Prof. Alex R. Chinn on last January tendered his resignation as principal of the Evans public school, after more than a quarter of a century of capable and efficient service in behalf of Glasgow's colored youth. Professor Chinn asked that his resignation be made effective this month, but at the earnest solicitation of the board of directors he consented to remain until the close of the present term. "Thirty-five years ago, shortly after his graduation from Lincoln Institute, Jefferson City, Alexander Chinn returned to Glasgow and was elected principal of Evans school, which position he has continued to hold with honor to himself and credit to the community. Being possessed of energy, ability and ambition to succeed, the school took on new life under his ministration, and soon attained a reputation as one of the best managed and most successful schools for colored youths in central Missouri. No better evidence of Prof. Chinn's usefulness, as an educator, or his high standing as a citizen, could be had than is furnished by his continued employment for so long a period. "The news of Prof. Chinn's contemplated withdrawal from Evans school has occasioned a general feeling of regret among our people, who appreciate the good work he has done in this community. Among our colored citizens, especially, his retirement will be regarded as a heavy loss, due to the fact that no member of his race has labored more diligently, earnestly and unselfishly than he for their betterment and uplift in every way possible. "Prof. Chinn's successor, whoever he may be, will need to be above the average educator to reach the high standard so long maintained in Evans school." "When he took charge of the school it was being taught in the basement of a church partitioned off for that purpose; he soon secured a commodious two-story brick building on elegible site, increased the enrollment, the teaching force and secured for the teachers good salaries. To a remarkable degree Prof. Chinn has gained and retained the esteem, respect and confidence of the community during these many years of professional activity and other avenues of effective action in his home town; notwithstanding he has always given free expression of his opinion, political or otherwise, on all questions of importance. Conservative but not subservient; an unobservant desirable citizen." Prof. Chinn is not only popular as an educator. He is always recognized as a leader of his people everywhere he identifies himself. The Masonic fraternity of Missouri recognizes him as having given to it one of the best administrations as Grand Master for four years. As a leader in the International Order of Twelve he has a national reputation and is at present Chief Grand Mentor of the Missouri jurisdiction. In thus giving up his work in the school room it will be possible for him to exert an even wider influence among the people of the whole State. HOME BAKING. Bread, rolls, cakes and so forth baked fresh every day by Mrs. Josie Pointer at her residence, 2720 Highland avenue. Mrs. Pointer for the past three years has been baker at the Jones store, and is called the best baker in Kansas City. Give her a call. NO "INVISIBLE" GOVERNMENT. Now, then, gentlemen, let's not have any "invisible" government" in connection with the Y. M. C. A. An invisible government is not nice—it is naughty—and generally leads to results far removed from the spirit and purpose of Y. M. C. A. work. Many of the best minds of the city seem to be of the belief that the Y. M. C. A. should take no part in school fights, school politics, or politics of any sort. They hold that the Y. M. C. A. exists for the general good, and has no occasion to get behind the purely personal ambitions of any man. But if the Y. M. C. A. is going to take part in school politics and is going to attempt to dictate the successorship in the various principalships in our system, then that should be done openly and above board, and every member of the association, from the very humblest, like myself, to the most exalted executive officer, should have a part in it. In other words a meeting of all the members of the association would have to be called and the matter laid before them. If the association then, by its vote, would instruct high officers to go to the school authorities and state that the Y. M. C. A. prefers so and so, the proper time would have arrived for doing so. which lasts till 7 p. m. The advantage of this you can readily see. A hot appetizing meal after a day of activity. Remember short orders any time. DELMONICO CAFE, 1512 E. 18TH ST. Bell Phone East 618. H. Compton, Prop. FOR RENT—Nicely furnished rooms 613 Charlotte street upstairs. Bell phone Main 2967W. MISS MAUD M. FRISBY. A member of the Billy King's Incomparable Players, at the Criterion Theatre, who will appear soon in the leading role of "MAORIA." SONGS OF THE SEASONS. BY CHARLES A. STARKS. The introduction to the following was printed in last week's issue. A brief setting shows the Seasons' were made to assemble in a strange land with mystical people. The season's personality was given to each season's personality. Spring is made to sound the first one as given below. The songs of Summer, of Autumn and finally of old Winter are to THE SONG OF SPRING. "I am Spring;" in my train I bring you joy—Joy with the sparrow and life with the rose, Vivifying, replenishing the void, Oh, Children of Men, cast your lot with me, In my world there's lovely charm and sweetness, Inspiration is mine, I am the wine Of existence, the elixir of life, The renovator of men, Oh ye sons, Listen unto my song, I will bless thee; My youth, my beauty, my charms, my glory, With me comes budding, blossoming flowers, With earth, earth, earth and pleasant green, Pleasant enthailing, toxicating, Filling with aroma that bewitches; All, I give thee this, O world, drink, rejoice, Drink at my fount, anticipate my smile, "Because I give you renewal of life," You woo, longing for my return, Oh, men, Look on me and great joy I will give thee If depressed by Winter's reign, look on me, If fallen, I will raise thee, look on me, If age has crept on thee, I'll stay its hand, I am the annual beginning of life, The Saviour of the seasons, I am Spring. Put your trust in me and live, hear my birds Singing new songs floating up to heaven, Feel my sephyr's gentle kisses which waft Messages of hope, instilling new thoughts; My colors, my light, my light, Vernal glories bless each new born morning With song of hope to the despairing ones." Thus sang Spring, tinctured with sweet vanity Coquetish, inexperienced, hopeful, Exhanced, the mystic people gave no sound Until the finish when applause burst out As if the roar of thunders had declared, Meanwhile, Ight summer, with itching lyre, Sounds his life preparatory to sing. STATE MEDICAL, DENTAL AND PHARMACEUTICAL ASSOCIATION TO MEET IN THIS CITY MAY 26, 27, 28. For a number of years there has been an effort on the part of a number of our strongest and most thoughtful Negro physicians and surgeons, to develop an interest in a State Medical Association. The benefits to be derived from such an organization, must be apparent to all. By association and contact men are made to think and this is an essential feature in developing broader ideas and in increasing efficiency. Too much encouragement cannot be given to our doctors who possess such lofty ideas and noble ambitions, to increase their store of knowledge in order to better serve the public. A few days ago five of our local physicians traveled over four hundred miles in order to be present at the meetings of the Oklahoma State Society. As a result of their trip, a plan is on foot for the organization of a Tri-State Medical Association comprising the states of Missouri, Kansas and Oklahoma. The local profession is expecting quite a delegation from Oklahoma and elaborate preparations are being made for their entertainment while here. The first public meeting of the State Medical Association will be held Wednesday evening, May 26, 8 p. m. at the Paseo Y. M. C. A. The public at large is invited. The same evening the public is also invited to meet the visiting doctors at Lyric hall, 10 p. m. On May 27th, 8 p. m. there will be held for the benefit of the health of the community a special health meeting at Lincoln high school. Stereoticon views of housing conditions in Kansas City, will be shown, also a special address on the "Relation of the Teeth to Health," will be given. Popular 4:30 O'clock Dinner Inaugurated. Breakfast from 6 to 12 with fine noon-day lunch. We have made progressive changes in our service hoping it will appeal to all of our customers. Our breakfast is extended to 12 or 1 o'clock with fine lunch served until 4:30 p. m., when our popularly growing dinner begins which lasts till 7 p. m. The advantage of this you can readily see. A hot appetizing meal after a day of activity. Remember short orders any time. DELMONICO CAFE, 1512 E. 18TH ST. Bell Phone East 618. H. Compton, Prop. SYNOPSIS NOTES ON RACIAL PROGRESS. The Tuskegee Institute Octette, with Captain Alvin J. Neely in charge, is making a tour of the Northwest. The Colored Business Men of Knoxville, Tennessee, have announced the opening of their club rooms. A Smoke Shop and Billiard Parlor are included. J. L. Kelly, a colored man, is the chief train dispatcher at Carbondale, Illinois. He has been employed by the Illinois Central Railroad for forty-two years. The Local Negro Business League at Union Springs, Ala., has perfected the organization of the Peoples Co-operative Drug & Mercantile Company. The company began business May 1st. $60,000 has been invested in Lincoln Electric Park, a first-class amusement resort for colored people of Kansas City, Mo. It is said that half of this money was invested by the colored people. Mr. Eugene K. Jones, Associate Director of the National League on Urban Conditions Among Negroes, is making a tour of the South in the interest of the Urban League. His itinerary includes Richmond, Savannah, Agusta, Atlanta, Louisville and St. Louis. It is reported that the African Union Company, an importing company composed of colored business men, has purchased 18,000 mahogany trees in Liberia. These trees will be sold to American manufacturers at a cost estimated to be several million dollars. Mr. Joseph L. Jones, of Cincinnati, Ohio, is the secretary. Dr. C. T. Walker, the distinguished orator of Augusta, Ga., delivered an address in Macon, Ga., under the auspices of the Odd Fellows and the Local Negro Business League. This is part of an aggressive campaign by this League to encourage the establishment of more business enterprises among the Negroes of that city. Joseph E. Howard, a young colored man of Chicago, Ill., has been appointed manager of the Chicago branch of the National Publishing Company. This company is one of the largest manfacturers of books, Bibles and leather goods in the United States and the Chicago office takes care of all business from Chicago to the Pacific coast. Mr. Howard has been with the company fifteen years. A Thought for the Week—Why should not the colored people become the inn-keepers of America? Is the idea wholly fanciful? Have the daughters of those far-famed "mammies" of old not sufficient of their parents' aptitude and executive ability to make themselves mistresses of housekeeping if the way be only shown to them? We could guarantee one thing: it would take a stronger race prejudice than exists today to keep men and women out of appetizing and attractive restaurants merely because the bonfire who looked after his white customers was a dark skin.—Oswald Garrison Villard in an address before the National Negro Business League. Y. M. C. A. NOTES The Y. M. C. A. is to be the headquarters of the Pan-Medical Association that convenes in this city May 26. Delegates are expected from the leading cities of Missouri, Kansas and Oklahoma. Dr. C. D. DeFrantz, president of the Denver Association and F. E. DeFrantz physical rector of the Indianapolis Association are visiting their brother R. B. DeFrantz, executive secretary of the Paseo Y. M. C. A.. The doctor has his daughter with him. Already about forty boys have signified a desire to attend the boys camp this summer. It is to be located on Mr. Eugene Graves' farm at Linwood, Kas. This will be the first opportunity for many boys to have a taste of real country life. On last Monday scores of men came through the rain to attend the largest annual membership meeting in the history of the association. The membership now numbers 570, being surpassed in number only by Washington, Philadelphia and Indianapolis. Dr. Chas. D. Bently, of Chicago, who ranks among the leading dentists, white or colored of the country, will address the regular Sunday meeting of the Y. M. C. A., Sunday, May 23d. This will be the second open Sunday meeting since entering the new building. Women will be welcome to attend. Special music will be rendered. Two men—Wert Burgette and Richard Shugit—made professions at the men's meeting on last Sunday, making a total of forty-eight men and boys who have confessed Christ Jesus since the new building has been open; a period of time less than six months. Of this number thirty-five or 73 per cent. connected themselves with the local Churches. This is real association work. The Carnation Art Club will hold its first exhibit May 24, at Lyric hall. Admission, 25 cents. Dancing. For notions of all kinds visit the Colored Handy store at 2409 Vine street. They have just what you want at the price you want to pay. PRICE. 5c. DR. WM. J. THOMPKINS, Superintendent of the Colored Division of the General Hospital, to whom credit is due for the success of the Institution. OMAHA TALENT DRAWS LARGE AUDIENCE FOR BENEFIT OF ST. JOHN'S A. M. E. CHURCH... "Because I Love You" a drama of love and adventure was presented at the Krug theater Friday evening by the Du Bois Dramatic Club. It was the third offering by this splendid organization and it quite exceeded the fondest expectations of its most sanguine friends. The stellar roles were played by Ada Smith as Imogene Courtleigh, J. W. Bundrant as Horace Verner, John Smith as Dick Hall, B. K. Ward as Major Duffey, Hazel Walker as Prudence Freeheart and Andrew Reed as Ira Courtleigh, the villian. The minor parts were played with equal interest, the Gypsy father, mother and daughter, by Covington, Jessie Moss and Hazel Perry. Lige, the negro servant being well taken by master Cecil Alexander. Ada Smith, as Cad acquitted herself creditably throughout the production, as did also Bundrant, Ward and Hazel Walker. Reed, as the villian rose to the plain of art. Jessie Moss Hazel Perry, Covington Smith and Alexander brought down the house through the comedy strain of the production. The artists favoring with song between the acts of this splendid drama were Dr. Badger, Messrs. Rufus Lang and Roscoe Miller. They were indeed a credit to Omaha in the musical sphere. Mrs. McCoy and Mr. Herald with Piano and trap drum made the theater ring with beautiful vibrations of the most classical renditions. Mrs. W. T. Osborne, generally regarded as the ablest promoter in Omaha, is responsible for the artistic, financial, and social success of the play, which brought out the most representative audience which up-to-date has graced any of our play houses for the witnessing of a drama. A hope is here expressed that the Du Bois Dramatic Club will give the public another artistic treat in the near future. H. J. Pinkett. FIFTEENTH ANNUAL CONVENTION To the Officers and Members of the Missouri State Federation of Colored Women: In accordance with our constitution the Missouri State Federation of Colored Women's Clubs is hereby called to meet in convention at Macon, on May 28-29, 1915. We hope that every club in the State will be represented by delegates. If unable to send delegates, send reports of work and the annual dues. Remember that the dues are 5 cents per capita, and every club will be entitled to one delegate and one alternate to every ten members. The club women of Macon will spare no pains in assisting to make this a banner meeting. Let us come together in this our fifteenth annual session with one desire, one impulse; the desire to do what we can to further the best interests of the race intent only upon promoting the public welfare, and common good of all. For further information write Mrs. Gertrude Ball, corresponding secretary, Lexington, Mo.—Mrs. Ida A. Walker, president, No. 3 Bell Road, St. Joseph, Mo. ALLEN CHAPEL NOTES. Last Sunday the services at Allen Chapel were of the usual high order. The minister, Rev. Wm. H. Thomas, preached to a large and appreciative audience. There were three additions to the church. Mrs. Lillian Savington Lewis of Prince Rupert, B. C., sang a beautiful contralto solo. In the evening a sacred recital with stheorepican views was given by Madame Jennie Watts Brown, which was very enthusiastically received. Next Sunday, May 23, Rev. Thomas will preach in the morning and the audience will be favored with music by David Wendell Reed, the blind evangelistic singer, who will have charge of the services at night and will deliver a sermon in song at that service. The public is invited. NOTICE. The K. C. Patrilarchs, No. 66, G. U. O. of I. F., have postponed their Field. Day exercises at Lincoln Electric Park, Twentieth and Woodland, to Tuesday, May 25. The public is invited. E. G. DUGGER, Cam.; CAPT. T. WHITE, Secy. Committee. A a SES Sih, BLO i ML a Oe TE OD ASO ! JAA Bo ae ree << Un PERO (Une “Gi Mowat pe 0 ere A ey Ae 4 Dis ING tir >i Wa pe /\ I es NO Oi i C\ lore NSS Udy ES Sy ae 07.) cay Bay KC Y <G ye oy y \ ara Tews Wt Rt he Ue SF iba Sp alae yn ae I, OQ pu i ee oe it My pan OG, Yyulheg aie ice ZLER ae RZ ML, lo ey ey ee O Sef SESS as a A eG ~~ STS ee Bits 901g dal 7a AW Doudlas (ee ie vv. VAD I oN A AF Aro Veg Re Alas ati Vie aS tain te ter wee aM DEC ae ey x a All| ion ot vison, aad targely becatse gins BSS Le MS re ta ue eal ce ea ET aay « ged an entre etre OE eee ee aeete phe racer of their ordinary wont, A little sandpiper, whic XG Re errr et ea E eR See att cg TS there is such little real under- {ie standing as to the nature and KAQIS|)| methods of this remarkable phe- [f———s15]] nomenon. ‘Theories are plen- tiful, but a demonstrable expla- nation of all the facts involved is still wanting. Some of the inherent characteristics of migra- tion, such as the apparent sense of direction possessed by birds, seem to defy observation and analysis, and to be absolutely beyond our ken so far as any understanding goes. The cause itself of this curious habit so far is only conjectural, but the most logical explanation seems to be a search for food. This apparently holds good for the fall flight from North to South, when insects have perished from the cold, and vegetation died, so that both insectivorous and grain-eating birds are alike affected Yet some members of both species, crows, jays, quail, partridges, wood ducks, cardinal grosbeaks (the ordinary red bird) and often some red-headed woodpeckers, remain North throughout the win- ter and manage somehow to make a lying and perpetuate their species, Even if these be exceptions to the general rule, there stil! remains the unanswered question, Why do not those birds who winter in the South re- main there throughout the year instead of going North when the spring opens? Food is abundant and apparently southern latitudes are as fitting for the rearing of young as the far North, As a matter of fact, we really do not know, though we have some interesting and plausible theories about it that do not bear the test of questioning. So as usual when we run across some mystery in animal life that we cannot unravel, we call it “instinct,” and let it go at that Of this one thing we may, however, be quite sure, that in- stinct in animals always serves some useful pur- pose, and is usually an expression of nature's care for the preservation of the species. Years of observation have developed the inter- esting fact that there are certain well-defined routes in all countries which the migrations follow, certain water courses, certain chains of Mountains, certain valleys, and this seems to ‘obtain from one generation of birds to another. Whether the younger birds learn this from the older birds who have been before, or whether they simply mechanically follow the older birds in their flights is largely conjecture, but two facts seem well established. First, that animals evidently have some method of communteating with each other. Everyone who bas heard Bob White call together the scattered covey, or the hen give the alarm for a hawk toher chickens, ts convinced on this point. The second fact seems, however, to controvert the theory of the older teaching the younger ones the way they should zo. for it has been shown in many instances that flocks composed entirely of the year’s broods of young birds make their first migratory flight alone and unattended by the older birds, and find thelr way unerringly along the usual routes of migration. Once more we have to fall back upon instinct, Just how birds find their way from one distant latitude to another is the most inexplicable ot all the many mysterious facts ot migration, The length of the flight from northern habitat to southern winter resort varies according to the different species of birds all the way from 1,000 to 2.000 miles, and in a few cases to 5,000 miles. Yet these distances are apparently traversed in generally direct straight lines, and with the most orderly and businesslike methods of procedure. ‘To say that the older birds show the younger birds the way (since this has been shown to be untrue in many cases) only removes the difficulty back into the remote past, for at some time there had to be some birds to find the way the first time, and we only dodge this difficulty when we talk of inherited instinct. It {s clearly not a case of birds seeing their ‘way and being guided by landmarks. It is known that migrations as a rule take place at night, and that in general birds fly very high, in fact, at tremendous heights, when migrating. Under such conditions finding their way by sight is im- possible. Moreover, the sight theory breaks down in the case of those birds who cross great stretches of water where there are no landmarks whatever. There is a species of cuckoo which summers in New Zealand and winters in eastern Australia, which means a straight flight of some 1,200 miles without rest or stop across the track- less waters. Certain species of humming birds that winter in Central and South America spend their summer vacation in the United States, and to do so must fly across some 1,000 miles of the Gulf of Mexico. | A recent experiment demonstrated that neither the theory or seeing the way nor previous know! edge of the route can account for the finding of the way in migration, Fifteen terns were taken from their nesting places on Bird Key, Tortugas (one of the islands of the Florida reef) and were released at distances varying from 20 to 85 miles from oie Foy oak 20 ot cae fan their way back Observations have alsc shown that the same birds return to the same spot year after year. Robins that winter i Florida will build their nests in the same tre fn a northern staté ax Jong as they live. An ex plantation which is In much favor is the probabl possession of a sixth sense—the senso of direc RV. ATKINS, Gen, . T. PAYNE, Bus WW. FITZGERAT DISHES PECULIAR TO SAILORS Oddly Named Substances That Are Looked Upon as Delicacies by Men of the Sea. “pog'sbody” 18 a dish peculiar to the sailing ship and the “tramp steam er.” ‘There are other sailors’ dishes of as unique a designation, but for the most part these odd dishes are confined to the old “windjammer,” now rapidly passing out. “Black pan” and “hoodle,” however, g Sree > We SNS peel So 5 ~ S 5 4 SS EEE Ss Pe ae. ARR ae, SS OAT tlon—concerning whose physical basis and natu we are entirely in the dark. It seems to be sense common to most animals. It is extremé well developed in horses and- dogs, and likew! in fishes, who year after year come back to t same stream to spawn, It is possessed to a lest degree by man, being more pronounced in t savage than in’ the civilized man, probably | cause in the latter disuse has dulied its perc tion, The speed at which birds fly during migrat probably varies according to the natural capac of the species. Nevertheless, in such fllg canta ..««.-+«._—ds«=s—OC*«éd»a AN stioning. stery In tion—concerning whose ph call it we are entirely in the da his one sense common to most an that in- well developed in horses : ful pur- fn fishes, who year after | nature's same stream to spawn. It { . degree by man, being mc ne inter: savage than in the civili defined cause in the latter disuse grations tion. nains of The speed at which bir ems to probably varies according another. of the species. Nevertt ae ei tion—concerning whose physical basis and nature we are entirely in the dark. It seems to be a sense common to most animals. It is extremely well developed in horses and: dogs, and likewise in fishes, who year after year come back to the Bass Weree nto spun Ths posseeeed (se ease degree by man, being more pronounced in the savage than in the civilized man, probably be- cause in the latter disuse has dulled its percep tom The speed at which birds fly during migration probably varies according to the natural capacity of the species. Nevertheless, in such filghts The Bird Or the Cat? “The Bird or the Cat?” has become a scratch: ing subject which is making the feathers fly in many a heretofore peaceful neighborhood, Bird lovers who have attempted to establish sanctu: aries for their feathered friends have been com- pelled to revise their visiting lists according to where her royal highness, Tabbykins, holds sway. ‘The bird man who has found to his sorrow that any bird and cat combination means catastrophe, even while he is taking the mangled body of the little feathered tenant, that he has worked for months to attract, from the clutches of the inno cent-looking, fluffy, fourfooted murderer, will be assailed by the cat-owner, who indignantly de- clares that while other low-bred creatures may catch birds, she knows her own blue-blooded darling Fluffykins is too well bred and too well fed to do such a deed! Naturalists statistically rank the felis domes- ticus as third in the bird-destroying agents, hold~ ing every roaming cat responsible for the lives of ‘at least fifty birds a year, A game warden who reports 200 quail killed by a mother cat in less than a year on the game preserve advocates the wholesale extermination of cats under the super- vision of a game warden. ‘The value of the cat to catch mice or rats is disputed by a bird enthusiast, who maintains that this Nero of the animal world will hush forever the Joyous song of any little feathered chorister simply for his own amusement when not in need of food. When he dines he goes after a cold bird in preference to any other delicacy, and will catch mice or rats only as a last resort to keep from starving. ‘The most serious arraignment against both the domestic and stray cat is made by the boards of health, who have found these animals to be carriers of scarlet fever, diphtheria and other diseases most fatal to their human associates. ‘A successful business man saya that if a cat kills a little chicken in the yard of the average farmer, the cat is made away with. If the four- footed hunter comes home with a quail, he is petted; yet the quail is of greater economic value to the farmer than {s either the cat or the chicken. He thinks, for humane reasons, the wild or stray cat left on abandoned farms should be put out of the way. ‘A cata-comb, where feline prowlers may be laid permanently to rest, is considered a necessary adjunct to every bird sanctuary by @ bird con: servationist, who has tried, without success, vart- ous methods to prevent cats from Killing helpless song and insectivorous birds so valuable to man. Another long sufferer from cat depredations con- siders a nearby deeper bath, in which to im: merse and leave the savage depredators, is the ‘only way in which a bird bath may be maintained Some friends of the birds think to license the cat and hold the owner responsible for his pet's destructiveness will solve not only the vexing cat but also the kitten, question. ‘They conclude thai if a person pays for a license he will not be sc are dishes still regularly seen in the quarters of the seamen and stokers, re- spectively. “Black pan” consists of chicken, ham and roast beef. ‘The va riety, however, comprises scraps of food from the saloon tables given to the men by the chef. Every evening, after dinner, two of the men go aft to the galley and pro- cure u couple of panfuls of the delica- eles which they would never other- wiso obtain, All this material des- fined for the sailors ts thrown into a ‘Sig pan in the galley; hence the name, raids 3 Why it fs called “black” no one knows. “Hoodle" fs a dish pecullar to stok ors. It also {s made from scraps from the saloon tables, with the exception that occasionally raw pork and beet are used in its makeup, It fs made a follows: All meat is stripped from the bones and thrown on a chopping board, along with some raw onions, potatoes and the like. When it has been chopped {nto small pieces a Hberal quantity of salt, forecastle butter, bay leaves and other seasoning is added. Hach stok- Meee cue ™ _ ae a they display a speed and endurance entirely out of their ordinary wont, A little sandpiper, which summers in northern Siberia near the Arctic, has to fly over the Himalaya mountains in order to reach India, where it passes the winter. In doing this it must rise to heights of four miles and up- wards to clear the towering ranges. Wilson's petrel is known to range from the South Ant- arctic ocean to the northern limits of British America, As ducks and geese are almost the only birds whose migrations have been seen in the daytime, many telescopic observations and instantaneous photographs have been taken of them during filght. These observations indicate that the flight of ducks, particularly teal, must frequently reach a speed of 100 miles an hour and over, Even with the slower flying birds it is possible to cover long stretches in one night, as the flight seems to be pursued without rest “all throught the night.” ‘The probable choice of night for flight is that the day may be de voted to feeding. Besides, the dangers of the birds of prey, other than owls, are thus avoldes. ‘The ducks that reach this latitude in the spring are frequently very thin aud poor, evidently ow- ing to the strenuousness of their voyage. ‘One of the remarkable characteristics of mi- gration is the regularity of its annual movement among the different species, often the same day each fall and spring marking the departure and arrival. The fights seem Invariably to be in flocks, whether the species be gregarious or otherwise. No sooner is the destination reached than the nongregarious species separate elther singly or in pairs. One exception to thie are robing, which are nongregarious in the North, but invariably go in flocks in the South. Just why some birds of the came species stop in one latitude while others go farther on is not known, though probably the question of food supply is the determining factor, The whole subject of migration is one of the interesting phenomena in nature which has been a metter of common ‘observation for some thousand years and yet of Ghose essential nature we have only the scantest {nformation, apt to desert his cat, leaving it dependent upon hunting for a living. ‘Optimists who still believe that cat nature may be educated or restrained, suggest that bells and bright ribbon be placed on pussy so that a warn- ing will precede her fatal spring. Others advo- cate that the poles or trees on which bird houses are placed should be sheathed in tin or wrapped in barb wire to prevent the eat from climbing ‘up and destroying the half-grown nestlings before they can fly to safety. A thorny rose bush {s advised by another humane person; but the ever- present cynic thinks it much better to plant the cat at the roots of the rose bush, where he is sure in time to evolve into harmless fertilizer. “Roffels says he makes it a rule never to take a drink before six o'clock in the evening.” “Ahem!” “Well?” “I frequently see him full during the day and I was just wondering if he had hit upon some way to take his liquor hypodermically.” PUZZLED, “I never can tell what you men are talking about,” said the debutante, with a pout, “What's the matter now, Celestine?” “I met Mr. Brokerly just now, and he said he'd been up to his neck in wheat all morning, yet I paver caw him teok choke immaeninta” “These eggs are exactly as I like them, Hor- tense.” “Yes, Archimedes, I submerged them in water at 212' degrees Fahrenheit for exactly two and one-half minutes.” Stout Wife—How do you like my masquerade costume? I'm a page. Husband—Page? You look more like a vol- ume—Princeton Tiger. HIGHBROWS, She—Didn't you think the people at Mrs, Gan- der's reception were all extremely dull? “Yes, but you know it was author's day,”— Lite. ' She—Didn't you think the people at Mrs, Gan- der's reception were all extremely dull? “Yes, but you know it was author's day."— ‘Life. “I wonder how those spirit messages are writ. ten?" remarked the dense party. “With a medium pencil, I imagine,” replied the ‘whet ‘anew: ’ “I don't see how you can stand these howling students with thelr class yells for everything.” “Well, you see, they're such a cheery sort.” MYSTERIOUS JAGS. PUZZLED. IN THE EUGENIC HOUSEHOLD. ‘TOO BULKY. HIGHBROWS. NATURAL DEDUCTION. NOT THE RIGHT KIND. er has brought a tin bucket aboard with him, and into this bucket ‘he places his “whack” of the mixture af- ter giving the bucket a liberal coating of butter. Then the cover 1s placed over the whole. On duty he has his bucket with him, placing {t among the ashes of his fires. By the time his wateh is conchided it 4s thorouglily cooked and is carried off by the stoker, _ Turkey's may contaiia only four ‘dreadnaughts. > AFRO-AMERICAN CULLINGS How to help colored children In the public schools toward a more hopeful future than present sootal conditions promise them, was discussed by edu- ators, welfare workers, and city of- ficlals at a conference held April 29 at 130 Hast Twenty-second street, by the Public Education association. ‘The association recently issued a re- port on “Colored School Children in New York,” prepared by Miss Frances Blascoer, which, made after a careful investigation, outlines the needs of the 90,000 Negroes in the city, and gives specific recommendations for Improving the conditions under which they live. ‘This report was the basis of discussion at the conference. Miss Eleanor Hope Johnson, chatr- man of the committee on hygiene ot school. children of the association, says In the introduction to the report: “We are constantly _ learning, through the interpretation by sympa- thetic students of various races of im- migrants, the several ways in which these allens may contribute to our na- tonal Ife; and each discovery, espe- clally in the different fields of art, is halted with joy by constructive patri- ots, Surely it 1s time for the Negro to be considered in the light of a na- tional asset, and his loyalty, patience, sympathetic kindliness, and artistic instinct be counted on as real contri butions to our national welfare. “The report gives few, perhaps no, recommendations that would not apply to the children of other races. Where the application 1s more true in regard to colored children it seems to be largely because of this lack of equal justice in the cases of their parents Race weakness appears, but this could easily be balanced by the same or simflar weakness in other races Gtven an education carefully adapted to his needs and a fair chance for em- ployment, the normal child of any race will succeed, unless the burden of wrong home conditions lies too heavily upon him. Any philanthrople effort for the encouragement or improvement of these children, to be successful, must take into account their peculiar vir tues—affection, loyalty, home-loving spirit—not their defects, It is this conclusion of the report which applies to colored children more than to the children of any other race, and should make them easier rather than harder to help in their climb upwards. Ow country has a very real debt to pay and it can be paid only by helping these children to find for themselve: the place in our nation which shal contribute most to their own and it development—New York Eveniny Post, Among the Negroes of the country there has, in late years, developed an increasing tendency toward home ownership, a marked increase in the percentage of school attendance, a pronounced decrease in the percentage of illiteracy, decrease in the mortality rate, and an increase in the propor tion of church membership. From 1790, when the Negro population was numbered 757,208, it increased to 9,827,763 in 1910, when the last census was taken. Since 1810 there has been a continuous decrease in the propor- tion which Negroes have formed of the total population, due, at least in part, to the fact that the white popu- lation has been continually augment ed by immigration, while there has been very little immigration ot Ne- groes during the past hundred years. ‘The largest Negro populafion in any state in 1910 was that of Georgia Why is the death rate among Ne- groes, in northern cities and southern cities alike, almost twice as great as among whites? At the last census the average death rate in the 7 registra- tion cities was 15.9 per thousand among whites, while among Negroes it was 27.8. In the North the ratio was roughly 15 to 25, in the South 16 to 29. Taking those degeneracies that have a nervous origin or that come from high living, the ratio among whites was greater, but in tubercu- losis and pneumonia, the plague of both races, the havoc among Negroes preponderates enormously. What are the reasons for this hideous disparity? ‘The reason, as everyone may guess, is the poverty of the Negro, The death rate stands ih almost fixed relation to housing conditions, and it is clearly proved that as home ownership in- creases, the death rate diminishes. In the degree that Negroes remain eco- nomically inferior, their portion will not merely be social hardship but a vastly greater share of physical suf- fering and mortal disease, It 1s these hard facts that make race prejudice so base, ‘The only prejudice that figures UID nee eas ‘The last stege of Vienna was made by tho Austrians themselves. ‘This was in 1848, when, during the Hunga- rian revolution, Vieona fell into the hands of the insurgents, who were dislodged only after two days’ bom- ‘acienat: Kukui nut ofl is a valuable Ha- walian product and {s in demand in the paint and varnish trade, It has been shipped to the United States from various pacific islands for the last 75 years. ANNA AN ‘Nobel Prizes. ‘The five annual Nobel prizes are awarded: One to the person who in the domain of physics has made the most important discovery or inven: tion, one to the person who has made the most Important chemical discovery or invention, one to the person who has made tha most important discov. ery in the domain of medicine or physiology, one td the person who fn literature has provided the most ex cellent work of an idealistic tendency ‘and oné to the person who-has worked 4,176,987. In that year Miseissippl and South Carolina had a Negro popu- lation exceeding that of the white, and in each of fifty-three counties, seattered throughout the states of Missssipp!, Louisiana, Alabama, South Carolina, Georgia, Arkansas, Florida and Tennessee, at least seven- ty-five per cent of the total population was Negro, Of the southern states West Virginia ‘had the smallest per- centage, 5.3. In the period of 1900- 1910 the greatest gain, both numert- cally and proportionally, in this class of population was shown by Birming- ham, Ala. whose Negro residents in- creased to the number of 35,780, or to the surprising per cent of 215. ‘The country as a whole indicated that {Iliteracy among this class is gradual- ly being reduced, it being shown that between the ages of six and twenty slightly over forty-seven per cent were attending school, a large gain over previous reports. Virginia had by far the largest percentage of Ne- gto-owned homes, while Mississipp! ranked first in farms, Deaths caused by malaria, tuberculosis of the lungs, other forms of tuberculosis, pneu: monia and whooping cough are rela tively more numerous among Negroes than among whites; while the mortal: ity due to measles, scarlet fever, diph- theria, cancer, appendicitis, diarrhea and violence (including suicide) \e noticeably higher among whites, Editor of the Washington Herald: In the Herald of April 20 appears a notice to the effect that the body of Lieut. Beverly Perea, U. 8. A., brought from Cambridge, Mass., was the first colored officer to be buried in the Arlington National cemetery. This statement is not correct, as the bodies of both Dr, Alexander T. Au- gusta, surgeon, Seventh U. 8. C. in- fantry, surgeon in chief of Freeman's hospital, and for many years a prac- tictng physician in this city, and Capt. O. S, B. Wall of this city have been buried in the Arlington National ceme- tery, for many years, both being buried in the officers’ section, with monu- ments standing over their graves; the former officer's grave is close to the gate and the latter not far removed therefrom. In addition to these two officers of whose burial I have personal knowl- edge (and ‘there may be others of whom I have no knowledge) there are hundreds of colored soldiers buried in Arlington. ‘The records at Arlington will con- firm the facts as stated. Believing that it is the purpose of your paper to publish only facts, I am calling your attention to this matter that it may be corrected.—Hamilton g. Smith. In compliance with his dying wish, Lieut, Beverly Perea, U. 8. A. retired, who died in Cambridge, Mass., re- cently, was buried in Arlington nation- al cemetery—the first colored man to be buried there. His wife and daugh- ter accompanied the body to Wash- ington. Several of his friends in the city attended the burial ‘That he might be buried in the na- tional cemetery at Arlington was the wish expressed by Lieutenant Perea shortly before his death. His widow communicated this to Secretary Gar- rison of the war department through Major Curley, with the result that permission was given, New York has about 700,000 school children, pa like these should induce is prejudice against a poverty which ts literally more pestilential than war—New Re- public. President Wilson, through Secre- tary Garrison, has ‘officially compli- mented the officers and enlisted men of the Ninth and Tenth cavalry (colored) for their work in patroling the Mexican border line to enforce the neutrality laws of the United States during the fighting between the Carranza and Villa forces. Several American soldiers were wounded dur- ing the engagements between the Mexican forces. “By direction of. the president,” says Secretary Garrison, “I take great pleasure in expressing to the officers and enlisted men of the Ninth and ‘Tenth cavalry his appreciation of ‘their splendid conduct and efficient service in the enforcement of the United States neutrality ‘aws at Naco, Ariz,, during November, December and January last.” ‘The Ninth cavalry is at Fort Doug- las, Ariz., and the Tenth cavalry is at Fort Huachuca, Ariz. Willie D. James of Bethlehem, Ky., ‘owns a plow which has been handed down from his great-grandfather. It has been all the time on one of the farms now owned by Mr. James—at Teast 125 years. ‘The man who begins laughing in the middie of his joke seldom knows any- thing funny. It is said of Mrs, Lemuel Wigg that she is ag good to old people as she is ‘to. babies! most or best for the fraternization of nations and the abolition or reduction of standing armies and in the calling and propagating of peace congresses. ‘They were founded by the famous Swedish scientist, Alfred B. Nobel, the {aventor of dynamite, who died in 1896, ‘A Common Failing. “De min dat lkes-to talk about his- ne't,” sald Uncle Eben, “generally gits mad when other folks git to discussin Bese dara LESSON FOR MAY 23 GOLDEN TEXT—Jehovah is my strength and my shield: my heart hath trusted him, and Tam’ helped.—Ps, 28:7 RY. Saul ceased from pursuing ‘Davia (I Samuel 27:4) when he fled Into the land of the Philistines for he feared thom greatly (I Sam. 28:5, 6). David fought with Saul’s enemies but never- theless was not wanted (29:6-11). His wives belng taken captive, he, with 400 men destroyed Zikiag, sending the Spoil to his friends in Judah (1 Sam 20). Following the death of Saul and Jonathan (IT Sam. chapter 1) we read David's wonderful lament (ch. 2). 1. David, King of Judah. (1) David's Kingdom, oh. 2:18, It 1s now seven or eight years since Samuel anointed the young shepherd to be king in Saul’s place, David was prob- ably twenty-nine years of age. He had now a fourfold assurance of his throne (n) God's decree (I Sam, 16: 11-13); (b) The death of Saul (ch. 1: 4); (©) God's command (vy. 1), and (a) The choice of the people (v. 4). His every step seems to have been led of God, therefore he had made no false moves (James 1:5-7, seo also Ps, 19:18, 14), How God by means of the stones in the priest's breastplate made known his will we are not told and it fs {dle to speculate. We have a bet- ter way, the inspired word and the living spirit through which we may recelve guidance. Such guldance is conditioned upon obedience (I Sam. 28:6; Acts 5:32). God directed David, after Saul's death to "go up” to Heb- ron, which means “fellowship.” It was here that Abraham, the man of faith, had lived. David thus began his conquest of the land in fellowship with God. David implicitly obeyed God's decree (v. 2), took his family with him and also brought his men with their households. This ts a sug- gestion rolative to household fellow- ship with God. They left nothing be- hind to lure them back as Lot was lured when he left Sodom. These men had been David's partners in his adversity and are now to share in his glory (Luke 22:28, 29; If Tim. 2:12; Rom. 8:17, 18). All types are of ne- cessity imperfect, and we cannot but condemn David's plurality of wives. remembering, however. the lack of ® full revelation of God at this thme. David was secking to know and to serve God with his whole heart (com- pare, Gen, 2:24 and Matt. 19:4-9) David is nevertheless type of Christ, and his wives flustrate the church which, having shared in his rejection will also share in his glorious reign (Rev. 19:69). ‘Those who accom- panted David were a strange company (I Sam, 22:2 R, V.). ‘Those who to- day rally about Christ who will here after enter into glory with him (see John 14:3; I Thess, 4:17). Now a part of the inheritance is about to fall into David's hands. His anointing at the hands of the men of Judah fs but the acknowledgment of God's previous selection, (I Sam. 16:1-13), (2) David's Diplomacy, 2:57. It was good polities for David to honor these men of Jabesh, yet he was hon- eat and sincere for he honored Saul as his rightful and God-anointed sov- ereign (I Sam. 24:48; 26:7-11). These men had shown kindness to Sau? and now Jehovah would show kindness to them (v. 6), AS we sow we reap (Matt, 6:7; 6:14, 15; TE Thn, 1:16-18). David took pains to inform them that he had been chosen king but assures them that he would strengthen them. ‘As they had been faithful to Saul, let them support the one who had been ‘anointed in his stead. To have adopt- ed any other policy would have alten: ‘| ated their support. (3) Ish-bosheth’s Kingdom, 2:81. ‘As contrasted with this God-directed ‘kingdom of David's was the man-irect ‘| ed kingdom of Ish-bosheth. His name ‘| means, “name of shame.” He was || about forty years of age, Saul's oldest '|'son, but not his intended successor. || Ish-bosheth was: (a) selected by man -| (vy. 8); (b) ruled by man (v. 9) and | (e) made war upon God's elect (x. 17, ch, 8:1). He only reigned two years | and his kingdom in the northern part | of the land was separated from thal ;| of David by that portion in the center || controtied by the Philistines. Abner’s | untimely death at the hand of Joat t| (ch, 2) deprived Teh-bosheth of :|1eader. He was slain by his own serv | ants and his kingdom became a part | of David's. Il, David, King of lerael, 8:15 | David passed through seven and one s|half years of delay in his progrest towards the throne. It was not Tons _| atter Inh-bosheth's death that a grea! assembly met at Hebron. It was ; |truly national gathering. Every trib | | sent soldiers—280,000 in all—and th ; | elders of the people were the spokes ¢ | men, ‘They proclaimed David “bon of thetr bone” (v. 1) and that ever while Saul was king, David had beer , | thetr real shepherd (¥. 12). But bette "| still, they recognized David as God! chosen auccessor to Saul and pro claimed to all mon that they had loy x | ally accepted his choice. This seem {| to have beon some sort of a limite monarchy (I Sam. 10:25) for later w _| read that the people demanded som: Mmitations of the rights of the king ( {| Kings 12:8). The Israel of today | 0 | rejecting her “chief Shepherd” but 4 | time will come when they will recog | nize him, shall behold “him whom the; #| have pierced, ” (Zech. 12:9, 10; 18:1 e | pam. 11:98. 26). HOWARD'S LIGHTNING SHOE POLISHES BOX CALF [Picture of a man in a suit]. DORSEY B. BROWN The presenter of public utilities offers to you the products of the Fulton Polish Company of New York, a colored company, makers of paste, liquid cleaners and dyers for the cleaning, preservation and shining of all shoe leathers. The products of this company are prize winners at the Paris exposition, 1903; Jameson, 1907; San Antionton, 1909. They also furnish the polish for the United States army. We will be in your neighborhood soon to show you our goods. Wholesale price to stores and bootblack parlors. Address all mail orders to Dorssey B. BrBown. Town orders will be filled at Taylor Holmes. NO ACID OR TURPENTINE CONTAINS NEW WITHOUT LIQUID TO BE USED QUICK AND EASY COMBINATION LISTED WITH THE BEST MONEY SHOE PASTE OUT SHINES THEM ALL Out-of-town stores and bootblack parlors state quantities wan- ted and write for prices. Ask for it in the stores. Address all mail orders to DORSEY B. BROWN 3507 Lydia Ave., Kansas City, Mme. Benton Dean, the popular milliner, is now at 1010 Troost avenue, where she is elegantly located and will be extremely pleased to meet her many friends and customers at that number. Belle phone Main 2102J. WATLINGTON DRILL CORPS. Here is the list of U. B. Fs and S. M. Ts that will help the Watlington Drill Corps to secure their uniforms. What will you give Address your communication to Joseph Parrent, 1609 E 13th street or Neal Range, Jr., 1407 Lydia. Make checks payable to Watlington Drill Camp. $490.00 By May. The following have contributed: Fred Douglas Lodge 22.50 New Hope Temple 20.00 Mercy Temple $10.00 Justice Lodge 10.00 Gates Ajar Temple 3.00 B. K. Bruce Temple 5.00 E. A. Walker 5.00 Ezekiel Lodge 10.00 W. M. Saunders Lodge 5.20 Peaceful Path Lodge 15.00 Progress Temple 5.00 B. K. Bruce Lodge 5.00 St. Stephen's Lodge 3.00 Lilly of the Valley Royal House 2.00 Seven Son Lodge 3.00 Hosanna Royal House 3.00 Seven Sons lodge 3.00 Chrysanthemum Temple 5.00 The Camp meets every Monday night at Garrison Square, 5th and Troost avenue. You may send your donations there if you desire. SHRINERS' ANNUAL OUTING. SHRINER'S ANNUAL OUTING. Allah Temple No. 6, Mystic Shrine, at a business and social session combined Wednesday night last, decided upon Thursday, June 17, as the date for its annual outing. The pilgrimage will as usual be made to Leavenworth Kas., over the interurban lines. Proceeding the outing a ceremonial session will be held and preparations are being made for a large class. Mr. W. G. Mosely is the Potentate and John A. Johnson is recorder. The Temple was entertained Wednesday by the Eimire City quartet. We would like to see every lodge and society in Kansas City put their cards in The Sun. It is the most popular way to let the world know who you are, when and where you meet and your object and purpose. For the next month we will make special announcements to have you put in your lodge or society list of of officers in In these wonderful mountains within three hours' ride by motor over excellent roads, is located the new Rocky Mountain National Park, the bill, creating which, has just been passed by Congress. This park contains 230,000 acres of mountain scenery equal to any in the world. From Denver to the new Mountain Park recently created by Denver, containing 9,000 acres, upon which Denver is spending $155,000 for mountain boulevards, is only one hour by motor. This two hours' drive over splendid roads includes the beautiful Clear Creek Valley, into the foot hills, canons and over wild and rugged mountains amidst magnificent scenery. GRAY'S PEAK 14,341 FT. MT. EVANS 14,330 FT. BERTAOVD PASS 11,949 FT. RADIUM SPRINGS JAMES PEAK 13,288 FT. ARAPAHOE PEAKS 13,520 FT. LONGS PEAK 14,271 FT. MT. AVDVBON 18,178 FT. ROCKY MT. NATIONAL PARK SEE AMERICA FIRST Tour COLORADO, the Switzerland of America. More than 5,000 miles of excellent state highway; 50,000 miles improved country roads on the plains, in the four boroughs through mountain parks, valleys and canons, among magnificent scenery, 320 days sunshine. The camping, hunting and hundreds of good tree streams near Denver. Write the Order for Commerce for book on climate and additional information. Write the Denver Motor Club for road maps and touring directions. DENVER ON A SUNDAY MORNING IN DECEMBER Kansas City Sun One Year for ONE DOLLAR and FIFTY CENTS, cash or credit. LEISURE HOUR REFLECTIONS FROM A QUIET CORNER. The highest aim of the individual should be directed toward the accomplishment of something of worth in the world. It must be understood that however much we may do in the world, it is only as a grain of sand in the sight of Providence. There is no time for idleness, but as the little bee that gathers honey from the flowers of the field, we should go forth each day with the determination that while we shall gather, we shall also scatter sunshine. There are always dark corners in the world that need light; there are always people who need words of consolation to lighten their heavy hearts. Let our aim be, each day, to increase the sunshine in the dark corners of the lives of these people by doing some noble deed, or speaking some word of kiddess. Let us bear each burden with patience and accept such duties as devolve upon us as blessings, knowing as we do that though, sometimes, we become weak and faint of heart and sow in tears, that much joy may attend the time of reaping. While living in hope the world may continue to grow better, let us contribute our full share of usefulness thereto, but above all, let us remember that only through honesty can we hope to reach the crowning point in life, and that men can only be saved through the might of an all-wise Providence. * * * A great many people have so much to say about the fine things they are going to do some time that they have a very satisfactory sense of achievement, with very little to show for it. Thanks to an active imagination, these anticipated successes become as actual as reality. It is very important (Sent anywhere in the United States.) to learn to draw the line strictly between the things we have done and the things we mean to do sometime, even if emphasizing the distinction results in a decided loss of complacency. As a matter of fact, we deserve very little credit for the things we are going to do, "sometime." * * * No life is successful in the highest sense, which is not built upon positive ideals. We all know people who are perfectly satisfied with themselves because they do not do certain things, and because no one can call them dishonest or untruthful. But a character of which nothing better can be predicated than these negative virtues, possesses neither grace nor beauty. You can not attain the ideal woman anhood or manhood by a series of "thou shalt not." Choose positive ideals. Strive to be kind, instead of merely refraining from injuring your neighbor. Live with a view to helping the world, instead of being satisfied with not holding it back. * * * It is a fine thing to be an idealist, providing that it means "hitching your wagon to a star." It is an unfortunate thing, if it only means that the star stands for your dreams, while your wagon keeps in the same old ruts. Unless there is a connection between your ideals and your practice, the former are worthless and the latter unworthy. Have your ideals working ideals, the kind that can be brought into the smoke and dust and clamor of daily living and be none the worse. It is a strange thing, but there are some people who live in the fear of being found out. They are the unlucky ones, who in some way or other have acquired a reputation too big for them. There are men who are supposed to be authorities on subjects of which they possess but a superficial knowledge, and these unhappy beings are continually confronted by the fear of being exposed. If a stranger asks them a question they answer it with trembling, for this may be the moment when they will stand exposed before their fellows as a sham. There is no more wretched creature on earth than the person who can never be themselves, for fear of making it clear that they are not what people thin kthem. Be careful that your reputation does not get thead of you and your achievement. No one can afford the time to do a piece of work negligently. The most noticeable feature about work half done is that it needs to be done over again. There is nothing which demands so much time and energy for the results achieved as slipshop effort. When you have work on hand, do it thoroughly, do it heartily, do it to a finish. Many have learned from years of experience that there is no time saver like thoroughness. DENNIS S. THOMPSON. HENRY H. SCOTT The Allen "40" BUILT ON THE SQUARE WITH POWER TO SPARE Commencing Sunday, May 2, 1915, and each day thereafter, the Brown Clipper will go around the Cliff Drive, six in party, at 25 cents each. Starting points: People's Drug Store, 18th and Paseo; Ideal Drug Store, 18th and Woodland; Smith's Drug Store, 18th and Tracy; McCampbell & Houston, 23d and Site Sts.; 12th and Highland. Call Bell phone, East 2013-W, Home, E4159, W. H. Hubbell. AUTO TRIPS May, May 2, 1915, and ed around the Cliff Drive, s People's Drug Store, Woodland; Smith's Drug a, 23d and Vine Sts.; 12 7. Home, East 4159. W. Greater H AFRO-A MALE CHORUS May 2, 1915, and each day thereafter, the sound the Cliff Drive, six in party, at 25 cents People's Drug Store, 18th and Paseo; Ideal oland; Smith's Drug Store, 18th and Tracy; 23d and Vine Sts.; 12th and Highland. Call Home, East 4159. W. H. Hubbell. Greater Kansas City AFRO-AMERICAN MALE CHORUS----50 VOICES —AND— Symphony Orchestra (25 Musicians—Professionals) Send your name and address to—Bell W. 448 Mai, N. Clark Smith, Western University A. F. and A. M. Missouri Jurisdiction N. C. Crews, Kansas City, Grand Master. Deputy Grand Master, Richard Young, Lincoln, Neb. F. J. Brown, St. Louis, Grand Senior Warden. Wm. Green, Plattsburg, Grand Junior Warden. H. H. Walker, St. Joseph, Grand Treasurer. Geo. W. K. Love, Grand Secretary, Kansas City, Mo. W. W. Fields, Secretary of Masonio Relief, Cameron, Mo. P. L. Pratt, Kansas City, Mo., Grand Lecturer. Grand Commandery Officers. W. G. Mosely, Kansas City, Mo. R. E. G. C. J. H. Sherwood, St. Paul, Minn, G. E. G. P. C. Kincald, Kansas City, Mo. V. E. G. C. J. W. Beard, St. Louis, Mo., E. G. C. G. T. P. Mahammitt, Grand Treasurer, Omaha, Neb. Grand Chapter Officers. Geo. Broomfield, G. H. P., St. Louis, Mo. T. G. McCampbell, D. G. H. P., Kansas City. A. L. Thomas, G. K., Jefferson City, Mo. E. S. Baker, G. Sec'y, Kansas City, Mo. MASONIC BUILDING ASSOCIATION MEMBERS. R. T. Coles, Chairman. E. S. Baker, Secretary. R. W. Foster, Treasurer. W. C. Mallory, Sandy Meyers, Wm. Washington, F. P. Porter, T. W. H. Williams, W. G. Moseley, J. E. Herrford, E. G. Lacey, E. G. Miller, Robt. Willey. Lodge Directory G Pritchard Lodge No. 42, A. F. and A. M. meets the 2nd and 4th Master Masons in good standing. All Master Masons in good standing welcome. R. Greer, W. M.; J. H. Sniginer, Secy. Rone Lodge No. 25, A. F. and A. M. meets the 1st and 2nd Monday in each month. All Master Masons in good standing welcome. J. McCampbell, W. M.; T. J. McCampbell, Secy. Mt. Olive Lodge No. 53, A. F. and A. M. meets the 4th Friday in every month. Visiting Master Masons are welcome. Thos. Jackson, W. M. Makes Secretary, 1518 Baltimore Ave. Mt. Olive Lodge No. 83. A. F. and A. M. meets the 2nd and 4th Friday in every month. Visits the Jackson, W. M. Frank Lowe, Secretary, 1518 Baltimore Ave. I. O. I. Queen Esther Court No. 43. Hale from the I. O. I. meets the best and most important Mondays in each month at 3 p.m. in Kissena, 10th and Campbell St. Kansas City, Mo. Mrs. Bettie Davis, Q. Rosa L. Jones, Chron., 1406 North 3d St, Kansas City, Kas. U. B. F. King of the Wet Lodge No. 218 meets first and third Mondays in each month at 563 Grand avenue. M. West. W. Harris, See'y, 1732 Woodland Ave. See Wm. Hopkins For Bargains. See Wm. Hopkins For Bargains. If you are going to buy real estate counsel given free. I have plenty of money to loan on improved real estate in Kansas City. Bell Phone East 3851. J.C. WAGNER The Clean Market Man Oysters, Fish and Game in Season. Fancy Groceries and all Table Luxuries. Business Man Praises Dr. Miles' Heart Remedy Successful Merchant After Investigation Found a Remedy That Restored His Health. "This is Thanksgiving day in the state of Pennsylvania, and I want to devote a part of it in writing a letter to you. On the 26th day of November, '10, I was stricken with heart trouble from a physician called it Angina Pectoris. I had from one to five attacks in 24 hours, in the letter part of December 1900, I wrote to the it in writing a letter to you. On the 26th day of November, '10. I was stricken from trouble. My family physician called it Angina. Pectoris. I had from one to five attacks in 24 hours, in the last part of December, 1910. I wrote to the Miles Medical Co. for information concerning my case, and in reply I received a very kind and instructive letter, which I handed to my family doctor, and he told me to use your Remedies he gave me, so I did. I used five bottles of Dr. Miles' Heart Remedy and seven bottles of Dr. Miles' Nervine. I was confined to the house for about four months. The action of my heart is now, and has been normal for the last six months. Dr. Miles' Nervine and Heart Remedy to do what they are intended for, if used according to directions. I thank you kindly for your advice in answer to my monthly reports. I am now ninety-seven years of age, have been in the mercantile business for three and lived retired for the last thirteen years." A. B. HOLLINGER, Lincoln, Penn. Dr. Miles' Heart Remedy is sold and guaranteed by all drugstores. MILES MEDICAL CO., Elkhard, ind. PUBLISHED WEEKLY. |All communications should be addreamed ects tonne "iy" Su, Too tat Toth Bell Phone East 99, steele tera eee es Hntered ax second-class matter, August a, OE ne ne ponte’ ak canes Cty, under the act of March 5, 187% ielgon C. Grows........Haitor and Owner iWilla Glenn. s.s.02!.General Manager SUBSCRIPTION RATES: POO TRUNE sco ssascsssons seosseec soe URL fete Months .s.icsssscssscssssuscecee Stare ‘Months y....scciscsessssse_ 30 \ADVERTISING RATE, 60 CENTS PER INCH, aetna retain EDITORIAL. Italy will get into the war because she naturally hates Austria, Norway will stay out of the war because she naturally hates Russia, Sweden and Japan will get busy at the dividing up time. Will the local branch of the N. A. A. ©. P. claim credit for the life sentences being imposed upon three Arkansas white men who were convicted of mur- dering a Negro? See next annual re Rene ‘The meeting of the Grand Court of Heroines of Jericho at Macon next week will bring together not only a dody of the most distinguished women of the Masonic family but the most cultured and refined ladies of the race as well, ‘What Kansas City minister will be the first to offer a sermon or series of sermons upon the subject of Home Life? We meet this problem long be- fore we get to the real fire and brim: stone and understanding more of the former may ald us in escaping the lat- ter. ‘Those enthusiasts who are planning a celebration in honor of the return of prosperity should wait until the “zem- man” begins to shake hands with the common people. There are not enough bankers and speculators to make up a very big parade and celebration. Robert T. Lincoln in testifying he: fore the Industrial Commission regard- ing the tipping of Negro Pullman por- ters shows a degree of indifference quite up to the standard of modern times. He thinks the black man nat: urally fitted for such menial service, pities the unfortunate conditions un: der which he thus serves but has never tried in any way to alleviate the con- ditions, In the death of Bishop Henry Me- Neal Turner of the A. M. B. church, the race has lost one of its most ardent lovers and most fearless defenders. Bishop Turner was not a great scholar, not even a great preacher, but he was in the real sense of the word a brave advocate of the Fatherhood of God and the Brotherhood of Man. Whether in the deep south facing the scaffold and the torch or in the indifferent north facing a more subtle form of danger he was never afraid. He spent no sleepless nights except as he was wor- ried over the terrible conditions un- der which his people lived and each day he cried out with stronger voice against the iniquitous oppression un- der which they struggled. He was no trimmer, no time server. He was just & big, courageous Christian man the like of which we shall not see-avoin, CHILLICOTHE, MISSOURI. Mr. Charles Gilbert of Rockford, 1, is visiting relatives and friends... The Modern Priscilla Club was entertained at the residence of Mrs. Wm. Ander: son last Thursday afternoon,....The nachelor Girls report an enjoyable meeting last Saturday afternoon with Miss Lissie Jones as hostess,....The ommencement week of Garrison high school is in sight and the address to the graduates delivered by Dr. Wm. H. Peck of Kansas City, Mo, will be a rare treat, JOPLIN. MISSOURI. Wanted: Musical entertainers and Yyaudeville troup before August 1st. Mr. Lon ,Wollard, 711% Broadway street, Joplin, Mo.....The program at the Trinity Chapel was quite a suc: cess Tuesday night. Miss Willene Jackson conductor.....Four clubs have been organized at Trinity church to raise $500 to improve the same..... ‘The Odi Fellows sermon was a suc- cess. Rev. Robinson officiated..... Rey, A. J, Jones of the Unity Baptist church is preparing for his vacation. ‘The services were fine last Sunday... ‘The Y. P, A. C, Club will give a hay ride on the 27th. Miss Golden Myers, president.,..,Trinity choir rendered a musicale last Tuesday night under the direction of Miss Jackson. Many ex. cellent addresses were given and an appreciative audience was present, ibs HOLDEN. MISSOURI. Mrs. E. Viser of Monserrat and Mrs. J, Camel were here the guests of Mrs. Nannie Young, who is very ill at the residence of Mrs, C. Smith,..Mr. Geo. Smith and family spent Sunday with his father at Boregard.....Mr. James White of Kansas City, is visiting his feather Chilhowes, ‘Mo... Wille Velchine is reported no better... Mrs. Fannie wing who has been sick is able to be out again.....Mrs. Clarey Smith extends her thanks to all who were kind to her during the illness of ‘her aunt...,.Mr, Edward Harden went to Warrensburg on business Monday afternoon.....Mr, Clyde Johnson and Mr. Madison Fisher went to Sedalia, Mo,, Sunday and returned Monday.. Mrs, Norman Little went to Warrens- burg, Mo., last Saturday to visit her mother. ‘TRI-QUARTO CELEBRATION. Fifth Episcopal District St. Louis, Mo, July 5-9, Inclusive, 1915, To the Fifth Rplseopal District: _ Dear Brethren: Seventy-five years “Bao, Paull Quinn came to the of thé Father of Waters (the | River) and stood upon its ‘and preached across its i ai ain 4 | ae ee] oe : Pees Metrproliten’s. Gas | Bi a ia aah al | ae | to Kansas Ci ution | | Hs ae vs I ity P r ° 1 He Sinn ew tak osperity | i ces | Re rect tte | | ae oe mini | | | F ii Hh iM inne v ay tho et rage improvement mine fous ici Hh ee Cl Ste ae ease = - | | a , en tan ig? sone wil be a ki yi “ii | community psp Wha contra at ue LI a i eee Oran pola a? act cots | ly | hes che pasrememsmen artacn | h : - ] icon, ie aetlocted advantage , ges im | e M ; i |S Stet Ralivey Ce b | or eet Rail I | oe } pte wa Cc | | F Me | J. DUNHAM and FORD F. y es P | " : : . | | DF. HARVEY, Receivers. iF | Ie = A L I : | | eee a. ae | ! DF . Ae ee ik ei icisooy Se = as ae a a 4 | 5 = =e = ed Oe a J fitted ESE! + | ees EGREERER rae ent | ee st ; ae pal) (EO te "| |_| Se I — a i eel So ae See —— i ie " | waters to the Negroes in St, Louis, “who hungered and thirsted for the dread of life. As soon as he was per- mitted to do sof he crossed over into St. Louis and organized the A. M. B. Church, the first Methodist among Ne- xroes in Missourl and the West. As the years passed by, Thomas D, Ward went to the Pacific coast and John M. Brown, to New Orleans and the south west. These fathers of the church, al- though they suffered bonds and affiic- tions, yet with unfaltering trust in God, they stood as the beaten anvil to the strike. They passed on to the heaven of peace and rest by the quiet waters of life In the everlasting city of God, ‘Their names and mem- ory, rich with the holy spoils of peace- ful triumph, come to us as a glorious heritage and ag an inspiration to carry on to a final consummaiton the work by them so well and wisely begun, African Methodism, the one flame of Negro religious freedom and manhood, fs the gift of these men of the west and to the generations of today, Sey- enty-five years ago, a few trembling slayes stood upon the murky bank of the sullen Mississippi and listened to the message of peace from this grave ‘ambassador of God, but today, a mighty host of loyal sons and daugh ters of Allen with banners outflung, join in one voice to sing: Glorious things to thee are spoken, He whose word cannot be broken, Formed thee for his own abode On the Rock of Ages founded, What can shake thy sure repose? With salvation’s walls surrounded ‘Thou mayst smile‘at all thy foes.” Seventy-five years! Two genera- tions of men have come and passed into the silent vista of yesterday. Those of the second that remain, with the mighty host of the third that has entered Zion's gates, will meet in St. Louis, July 4, 1915, to celebrate the triumphs of the seventy-five yeears of our religions existence west of the Father of Waters, Our sons and daugh- ters fro mthe shores of the pacific, from the International line of British America, from the arid wastes of Art- zona and New Mexico, from beneath the shadow of the stately and fram- ing Rockies, will come back to our Mecca of Western Methodism, back to the shrine of the mother of this West- er Religious Empire, beautiful in her robes of righteousness, we gather July 4th, to bow at her sacred altars and sing together, the praise of God, Back to the altars of St. Paul, the Queen of our empire! What honors shall we bring in memory of the illus- trious fathers of the past? We be Meve that every loyal son and daugh- ter of African Methodism in all this vast territory—these twenty-five thou- sand children of Father Quinn, will each make an offering according to their ability. We are trying to raise means to carry on our Mission work in this territory and ask all who can possibly do so, give us One Dollar. It you cannot give One Dollar give Fifty cents; give twenty-five, give ten cents, give five, give as God has prospered You in life. Those who give fifty cents or more will have their names printed in the records of the celebration, Report‘to the pastor or to whom he may designate to receive it to be sent to Rev. A. A. Gilbert, 4729 Ferdinand street, St. Louis, by July 4, 1915, With faith in your love and loyalty for Af rican Methodism. H. B. PARKS, Bishop, J. D. BARKSDALB, Gen. See. : Health Hints By Dr. Lloyd E. Bailer A weekly discussion of Hygiene and Sani- tation, First Aid Measures and Preven- tive Medicine. Questions will be ans- wered but no diagnoses nor prescrip- tions will be given in this column. # q By ee oe) As a a Pe : x a ti " , v a ti ON CONSUMPTION. The Colored Visiting Nurse For Con sumptive, ‘The recent employment by the Kan sas City Board of Health of a colore: ‘nurse to visit all cases of congumptior ‘among our people, not only to direc the nursing of the patients but espec jally to instruct the other members o the family how to avold contagior from their contact with these patients should be hailed with gratitude, We are sure that this worthy effort tc combat consumption among the col ored people in Kansas City will re ceive the hearty indorsement and sup port both of the citizens and the phy siclans of this community. Consumption Can Be Cured. Consumption or pulmonary tuber culosis is no longed considered an in curable disease. At the same time it continues to cause as many deaths as almost any other two diseases, ‘There are several reasons for this condition. One reason is the fact that the gen: eral public has not been sufficiently informed concerning the laws govern: ing the prevention of tuberculosis. An other reason is the fact that many con. sumptive patients do not consult 1 physician until the ease is too far ad vanced to be cured, It Is all import. ant that the treatment of tuberculosis be begun early. The Direct Couse of Consumption. Tuberculosis is caused by a germ so small that it is visible only under the microscope, This germ occurs in the sputum (spit) of tubercular pa tients and is coughed up from the lungs, Careless spitting in public buildings and conveyances, upon the sidewalks, and in the homes, is re sponsible for the presence of these germs in the air we breathe. The ex pectoration dries, becomes a part of the dust, and is taken up in the ait to be breathed into the lungs, The Indirect Cause of Consumption Every person who breathes in the germs of tuberculosis, however, doe: pot fall a victim to the disease, for i is practically impossible to avoid in haling these germs at some time. I is only those persons of lowered vital ity, who are unable to resist the dis ease and to destroy the germs withir the lungs, who contract consumption Chief among the things which lowe: the vitality and make the individua particularly Hable to tuberculosis ar bad air from insufficient ventilation |coughs and colds, and alcoholic excess es. A person may inherit a weak con stitution and thereby be an easy pre; for tuberculosis. Consumption itsel however, is never inherited. Hence we are ever impressed with the tm portance of observing the laws of hy ee eee, eee WO TOY DANES our bodily heatth and keep Nature's protective forces in the highest state of efficiency, if we would avoid con. sumption, . Gonsumption a House Disease. Consumption is primarily a disease of the house and of bad air. If we all lived out-of-doors all of the time, con- ‘sumption Would probably be unknown. It takes good, fresh air and plenty of it, to keep the lungs and the blood in ‘good condition. Houses cause con- sumption because most of them are not properly ventilated. We must have fresh air at any price if we are to take the most necessary precau- tion against tuberculosis; cold air is Just as good as warm air, night air Just as good as day air, and even bet- ter because it contains less impuri- ties, Our homes, our churches, our lodgee halls, our work shops, should be well ventilated at all times, winter and summer, night and day. The lungs must be yentilated and the only Way to ventilate the lungs while we are indoors 1s to ventilate the house. Bach person requires one cuble foot of fresh air every second. The doors and windows should be thrown open for a thorougn air flushing several times a day, and open windows sheulé permit the air to circulate through the house at all times. Deep Breathing a Preventive Measure. Remember that we must not only have fresh air, but we must use it Fresh afr that ts not breathed deeply is almost as valueless to the lungs and blood as food that is not taken into the stomach. To get the full value of air we must breathe deeply. Few people who practice deep breath- ing have tubereulosis, Deep breath- ing not only strengthens and devel- ops the lungs but purifies the blood by supplying it with oxygen. A good walk out of doors with the body erect and the chest well forward is a splendid breathing exercise. A good morning exercise Is to throw open a window, stand before it and take twenty-five deep’ breaths, each time drawing the air through the nose slowly and deeply into the lungs, then let it out through the nose and mouth. To Avoid Consumption. 1. Get plenty of fresh air. Keep the home ventilated might and day. Never sleep in a closed room, 2. Breathe deeply. 3. Take sunshine baths, Remember that sunshine is a deadly enemy to tuberculosis germs. Open the cur tains and let in the sunshine. 4. Keep the house and yard clean, 5. Do not spit on the floor or side- walk, 6, Avoid alcoholic excess., 7. Eat wholesome food. 8. Don't neglect a cold or a cough. Betty Q Sam's Little Cormex) (ie | i ei iy or / ‘es een, CB Sy. Ii ao ae EN th a 4 vo) hg ie det Tees Ai iy o4 Yi) i i ES yy Pig! Ta Nig | ~ ae ey LS. a PY THEY SAY —That some husbands are so easily won back —That sonie men would sell thet ol fos uta —That the old time love which meant “I'll stick thru thick and thin” has passed, —That every time a certain man comes to town it rains. My, he must be an eight rock. —That the Watlington Drill Corps of the U. B. F. will bring home the “bacon” from Leavenworth the 29th. —That scandal is throatened in so- ciety if a certain prominent man who has become infatuated with his friend's wife is not very careful. —That a certain woman recently married an extremely homely man and the latter arranged his salary to be paid to him daily so that. each morning instead of having his wife become disgusted with him, he could paicify her by saying, “Honey, dis is pay day.” —That two colored ladies got into @ heated argument which drifted into Personalities. After one of them had spoken as disparingly as she could of the other, the latter said, “O, you ain't a thing, Niggah woman; I've got yoh histry, and I've got it right, too, ‘cause I got it right from yoh home town.” EXCELSIOR SPRINGS, MISSOURI. The services of the First Baptist church were largely attended. The Lincoln school choir, under the direc: tion of Prof. Burton, sang and took Shiarge of the oltecton which wa $12.35. Miss Cleo Barnes has been il for sometime, hence will not be able to finish school.....Mrs. Mand; Harris has returned home after a tw weeks’ stay with her daughter, Mrs. J C. Barnes.....Miss Ora Clark and Mr Wm, D. Seals were married last Wed nesday evening and for them we wish much happiness, Negro Business and Professional Directory of Greater’Kansas City (Your name, busluess, address and telephone carried in this directory at 25 cents ah BERS’ Salone Bust Ses oat Keene) 70" ene To eoute APs _BARBECUE. R. iv ALEXANDER, 1619 East 18th street. Bell phone 3062W. Free delivery, : BARBERS, J, COWDEN, 1617 East Twelfth street. CLEANERS, DYERS AND TAILORS. 0, K. CLEANERS AND DYERS, guarantee not to shrink any gar- ment they dye. 1113 East 18th street. Bell phone, Grand 2437. WORTHAM BROS., 1731 Paseo. Bell phone East 701. GOLDEN'S STEAM DYE WORKS, 1605 East 18th St. Bell phone East 539. DRUG STORES. IDEAL PHARMACY, Prof. R. W. Foster, Prop., 18th and Woodland. Bell phone East 2727, Home phone East 4070. FLORISTS. = CROSTHWAIT FLORAL CO., 1801 East 18th St. Bell phone, East 272. Home phone, East 4070. WEAVER FLORAL CO., Flowers for all occasions. Funeral designs. Homes, churches and halls decorated. 1510 E. 18th street. Bell phone 4798 East, Home phone 7555M. GROCERS. J. L. MATTSON, 14 East 19th St. Bell phone Grand 2309W. COTTAGE GROCERY, 121 Westport Ave., Rosedale, Kas. Rev. S. A. Anderson, proprietor, LAUNDRIES. THE ELECTRIC LAUNDRY CO., J.C. Hale, Mgr., 2928 Summit St. Home phone 3160. THE IMMACULATE LAUNDRY, 1912 East 18th St. Bell phone East 4723, vf LAWYERS. C. H. CALLOWAY, 601 Delaware, Home phone M58. Practices in all courts. 'W. ©. HUESTON, 601 Delaware, Home phone M58. Legal advice. Practices in all courts. GEO. T. WASSOM, Attorney at Law, 307 Walnut street. PHOTOGRAPHERS. C, BRUCE SANTEE, Proprietor The Fad, 1607 East 18th St. Bell phone East 1643. PHYSICIANS. DR. R. J. LAMBERT, Therapties, P. 0. box 90A, Bell phone, Rosedale 523, Rosedale, Kas. REAL ESTATE and EMPLOYMENT. AFRO-AMERICAN REAL ESTATE & INVESTMENT CO,, Help fur- nished. 911 McGee street. Bell Phone 751 Main. Home Phone 7555 Main. MRS. A. E, JENKINS, 1524 Vine street, Bell Phone East 40673. SECOND-HAND GooDs. 'W. G. HOPKINS, 2122 Vine St. Bell phone East 3851W. MILLINERY. MME. STELLA HUBBARD, latest tilings in hats. Old hats made new. 1510 East 18th street. Bell phone E, 4798, p Weak aes bee etal hola he lhc id ceed aed tetra ee * TO THE PUBLIC: ® # We want you to come to us for everything carried by # Drug Store. = 2 DRUGS, MEDICINES, TOILET ARTICLES, RUBBER GOODS, COMBS, © $ BRUSHES, MADAM WALKER HAIR-GROWER-DRYING COMBS, | = 2 STRAIGHTENING COMBS, ETC. t % We recommend and guarantee everything offered for sale to be & % exactly as represented. WE DO NOT “SUBSTITUTE” nor ask you to © % take other brands than you ask for. You “want what you want” and & We want you to have it, * % x OUR PRICES ARE RIGHT =, % { All down the line. We give careful attention to all ‘orders, and aim = % by courteous and fair treatment to give perfect satisfaction to our $ customers, When you think of Drugs think of © 4 THEO. SMITH'S PHARMACY. = % , No demand is too difficult for us to supply. If you are too busy & x to come to our store, phone us your wants and we will do the rest. + - Mall Orders Solicited and Promptly Filled. & ; Theo. Smith's Drug Store. % é Bell Phone 4591 Grand. © Home Phone 5467 Main. F % 1301 E. 18th St. KANSAS CITY, Mo. & X EEE ES ESE ES ES ES EERE SE SERENE ES ER ER ER ERE Randolph Bros. @ Son gis New and Artistic|\Carpenters hemp and Builders me ee Paper Hanging and Painting, oma! Patching and Plastering ne ne || Genoral Repairing a Specialty : —— i a PROMPT WORK i REASONABLE PRICES - li BELL PHONE East 2526 Superb Wall Papers si0P!207 lghland, Res, (031 Highland Samples Shown at Your Home To sgn portane, KANSAS CITY, MO. It's Up to You to patronize a man who has been for lo these many years striv- ing to help himself and alsb build up the business prestige of his race, J. A. WILSON Kansas City’s Pioneer Negro Jeweler Sells Watches, Clocks, Diamonds and other Staple Reliable Jewelry or will help you to buy the same from any leading wholesale house, You will receive courteous treatment and square dealing, This store is at 1616 West 9th street, Kansas City, Mo., one- half block west from Wyoming street or station. Telephone, Bell Main 6248R. ‘Visit or call up. ST. JOSEPH, MISOURI. Mr. Geo. Moten who was taken ser: ously {ll last week is somewhat im- proved.,...Men’s day which was ob- served at the A. M, E. church Sunday was quite a success, Both services were largely attended.....Men'’s day will be observed at the ©, M. ©. church Sunday, May 23d.....A num- ber of persons attended the commence. ment exercises of Elwood Colored high school of which Mrs. Lillie Webster of St. Joseph, Mo. is principal. The ‘program Was well rendered and all én- Joyed the splendid address by Mr. N. ©, Crews, editor of the Kansas City Sun.....Mr, Sherman Thal of Oregon, ‘Mo, is visiting his mother, Mrs, Smith Crews.....Mrs, Belle MoGee was in- disposed Iast week but is able to be out again.....Mr, Jno. Washington be- ‘came suddenly 1M and fell from his wagon last week. He is much im- proved....,The Knights of Tabor will hold a public installation Monday night at the C. M. E. church. Grand Charitable Entertainment Given by the Domestic Science Circle For the Benefit of the B. L. I. P. U. Of A. No. I. Of Kansas City, Mo. AT LYRIC HALL, 1731 LYDIA AVE. MONDAY, MAY 31st, 1915 THE BEST OF DANCE MUSIC AND REFRESHMENTS Come Out and Dance ADMISSION 25c Mrs. T. W. H. Williams, Chairman. O, YOU CRITERION THEATRE HAVE YOU VISITED THE CRITERION THEATRE? IT'S GREAT. Mr. Wm. Smith who is walking to Galveston, Texas from Kansas City Mo., writes that he was in Davis, Ok. May 14th. Miss Mary Williams, 2410 Flora avenue, left for St. Louis, Mo., May 16 to visit her father, Mr. Geo. W. Williams, for a few days. PASTURE—For horses and cows, Bud Gilliam, R. R. 4, Box 106, Kansas City, Mo. Leon H. Herrill, the late member of the 9th cavalry band located at Douglas, Ariz., returned home Wednesday day. Mrs. Pinkey Jones, 1317 Vine street was called to Chicago on account of the death of her brother-in-law Sam Gilbert. Have you visited the Colored Handy store at 2409 Vine street? Go there for bargains. Miss Alice M. Shores Kindergarten teacher in the Lincoln school was called to her home in Lexington, Ky., on account of the serious illness of her father. Dr. Chas. E. Bentley of Chicago the most distinguished Negro dentist will lecture at 3 p. m. at the Paseo Y. M. C. A. Ladies are especially invited. When you want work done up-to-date, call up the COLORED ACME HOUSE CLEANING CO. Prices reasonable. Bell phone Main 751; Home Main 7555. Residence phone Home Main 6438. M. C. SPICER, Manager. Mrs. Emma Merrill of 2329 Highland avenue, who underwent an operation performed by Dr. J. Edgar Dibble at the Wheatley Provident Hospital, is recuperating. For Rent—5 rooms, bath, gas range, newly papered, $12.50, 2502 Michigan; 4 rooms, $2424½ Flora, ready June 1, $12.50. J. Dallas Bowser, 2400 Paseo, Bell phone Grand 3795W. The Billy King Stock Company is putting on the most entertaining bills at the Criterion ever given in this city. If you want to spend an evening of real enjoyment, go hear them. Mr. H. G. Brassell recently a resident of Mea..... Mo., built a nice home for his wife, daughter and aged mother and is now living in Rochester, Minn. Mrs. Lillie Lewis of Denver, Col., and Mrs. Agnes Reed of Fayette, Mo., returned to their respective homes last Monday after attending the funeral of their sister, Mrs. Susie Jackson of this city. WANTED—Canvassers, men or women, to sell the famous Peerless furniture polish. Liberal commission. A splendid opportunity for the right parties. For information see J. H. Malone, 1318 Michigan. The Sun is in receipt of an invitation to the graduation exercises of the Wm. T. Vernon school at Odessa, Mo. to be held Saturday, May 22. Mrs. F. E. H. Wassom of this city is the instructor. The Knights of Pythias and the Sisters of Calanthe E. & W. Hemis of Kansas City, Kas, will hold their second annual memorial services Sunday, May 23d, at the First Baptist church, corner of 5th street and Nebraska avenue. Rev. T. S. McMorris pastor of M. E. Church will preach the sermon at 2 p. m. A new enterprise in the shape of a laundry at 1912 East Eleventh street, has been opened by three of our entertising young men, R. W. Atkins, T. T. Payne and L. W. Fitzpatrick. Give them a trial. The Standard Life Insurance Co. of Atlanta, Ga., paid through its branch office at 1507 E. 18th street, $500 to Mrs. Daisy Roberts in full settlement of claim on the death of her husband, Mr. Samuel Roberts, 2016 E 19th street, Kansas City, Mo. Geo. F. Porter, agency director. CITY NEWS. L. A. Knox, Esq., Attorney at Law practices in all Courts, wills and legal papers drawn. Office: 1419 E. 18th Street. Bell 'phone Grand 1413. The corner stone laying of St. Mark's church at North Topeka, Kas, was held last Sunday the 17th, under the auspices of Prince Hall Grand Lodge, Prof. E. J. Hawkins, Grand Master officiated, assisted by the Commandery and subordinate lodges of that city. The church when com- pleted will cost $10,000. Bishop H. B. Parks will preach at this church Sun- day, May 23. Rev. Martin pastor. SPEED RELIABILITY ACCOMMODATION You get these three most important requisite when you take your printing to C. A. FRANKLIN, 1008 East 18th Street, one-half block from the Troost Avenue and Eighteenth Street transfer point. Bell phone, Grand 2988. The editor is visiting in his capacity as Grand Master, various Masonic lodges in the State this week. Accompanied by Grand Secretary Love, Relief Secretary Fields, Grand Senior Warden F. J. Brown and Past Grand Lecturer E. J. Cooper and District Deputy Boone, he laid a corner stone for the A. M. E. church at Clarksville last Sunday assisted by eighty-eight brethren; visited the lodge at Louisiana Monday and spent the rest of the week visiting lodges in and around St. Louis. Four Swell in a Fine Four Swell Bungalows Six.rooms each, modern, gas, electric lights bath, mantel, beautiful decorations These elegant homes will be sold on EASY TERMS. $250 cash, balance like rent. Stewart & Sm These elegant homes will be sold on EASY TERMS. Price $2,500 $250 cash, balance like rent. 1515 EAST 18TH ST. Home phone, East 4042 LOOK BEAUTIFUL. Have a clear, healthy skin free from liver splotches and freckles. The skin must be regarded in two lights: Beauty and health; one part of which I have not spoken is papaella, tiny prolongations, a horn under layer. The circulation of skin of the face needs stimulation so facial massage is needed. Try our beauty massagist, Miss Cora B. Holmes, an experienced masseuse; Hair and Scalp treatments a specialty. All work guaranteed. 1711 Michigan Ave. Monday—out of town patients. Hours: 8:30 a. m. to 7:00 p. m. Miss Cora B. Holmes. PUPILS TPY TO STEAL REPORTS. Wille Wilson and Pleasant Graves, negro boys of Kansas City, Kas., admitted in probate court Thursday to Judge Sims they broke into the Douglass school last Sunday in order to tear up their report cards. They said they had a grudge against the teacher, but wouldn't say what it was. Thirty days in the county jail was their punishment. A WARNING TO GERMANY. What are you doing? Lying in your trenches and afraid to raise your head. You have boasted that you would whip England and all her allies and now is your time to prove to the world your greatness. England is waiting to meet you and make you eat that milk and mush while she eats ice cream and cake prepared at the Y. M. C. A. June first. Program will appear in next week's issue. Commander of England. TO THE GENEROUS PUBLIC I take this method to notify my clients, friends and public generally that my office is now located at 307 Walnut street, where I am near the city hall, criminal court and circuit court houses, where I will be pleased to serve those who may need my services. Respectfully, GEORGE T. WASSOM, Attorney at Law. Entertainment by the— Science Circle benefit of the O. I. Of Kansas City, Mo. AT— 1731 LYDIA AVE. Bungalows Locality on EASY TERMS. Price $2,500;ance like rent. & Smith IN MEMORIAM. In loving memory of our dearly be loved mother, Matilda Seymour, who died one year ago, May 22. A precious one from us has gone a voice we loved is still a place made vacant in our home Can never more be filled. Our father in his wisdom called the boon his loved had given And tho on earth the body lies The soul is safe in heaven. Sadly missed by daughters and sons, Mrs. James Harris, Mrs. Cordella Waters, Joe Seymour and Burrell D. Seymour. CARD OF THANKS To the many friends and neighbors and especially Mrs. Rebecca Moore we wish to tender our sinceré thanks and appreciation for their kindness to us during the illness of our wife and sister Mrs. Susie Jackson. Tyler Jackson, husband, Mrs. Agnes Reed, Mrs. Lillie Lewis, Mrs. Amanda Lock The Crosthwait Floral Co., will have potted plants of all kinds as well as cut flowers for sale for Decoration Day, May 30. Telephone them. 1801 East 18th street. Bell phone, East 272. Money to loan on approved security. We sell homes on easy terms. See me or my clerk at my office, $512\frac{1}{2} \text{ Virgina}. Phone 1259. J. N. Brownlee TROY, KANSAS. Mr. and Mrs. WELCH of Marysville, Mo., are stopping in our city at present and contemplate moving here as soon as they can locate a place to move....Mr. Richard Galbreath arrived in the city Saturday, after having spent several months near Atchison on a farm....Miss Elsie Lair attended the Commencement exercises in Wathena, Kansas, Tuesday evening....Mr. Leland of Kansas City, Mo., is the new barber in Mr. George Lair's barber shop....Rev. John Gorhman of Elwood, Kas., will fill the pulpit on next Sunday morning at the A. M. E. church, in the absence of Rev. P. W. Weaver, who will preach the annual sermon of the U. B. F. and S. M. T.s at Hortop, Kas. There were at least thirty persons from Troy who attended the commencement of the Elwood Colored high school, last Thursday evening, and witnessed a program worthy of any commencement. Miss Quinnie Etta Walker was the only graduate of the class, and is just sixteen years of age....Mr. Nick Chiles, editor of the Plaindealer of Topela, Kas., was transacting business in the city, Friday....Miss Helen Farris of White Cloud, Kas., passed through our city Thursday, enroute to Wathena, Kas., to attend the school picnic of Mrs. Allie Duncan....Masters Clyde Taylor, Bruce and Matthew Wilkinson attended the school picnic in Elwood Saturday....Mr. and Mrs. Joe E. Lee were St. Joseph shoppers, the past week. --- Bell phone, East 4893 Sisters AUTOS WILL BE FURNISHED YOU AT THE END OF THE 15TH STREET LINE. Eight cars owned and operated by Colored men, managed by W. H. Hubbell, Geo. W. Little, ticket man and treasurer. When buying your ticket from Little, you are not patronizing a JIM CROW JITNEY. ROUND TRIP. 25 CENTS. 9 A. M. to 5 P. M. Among the Churches Among the Churches WARD CHAPEL. The quarterly meeting will be held Sunday, May 23, and the presiding elder, Rev. W. H. Peck will be present and preach for us in the morning. The sacramental sermon will be preached by the Rev. F. D. Wells, pastor of the Bethel A. M. E. church. All ministers and congregations are invited. VINE STRBET BAPTIST CHURCH. Mrs. E. J. Hines, 2011 Askew is improving and we hope for her early recovery.....Mrs. Jennie Tollard is very ill at 2020 Bales.....Mrs. Susie Montgomery and Mr. Prince Baker received a fine gold Sunday School pin from their class for good attendance, presented by their teacher, S. Patterson. This speaks well for these two pupils. We only wish there were more such lovers of the Sunday School in our community.....Morning and evening services were well attended.....The Ebenezer quartette will give a musical Wednesday the 19th. A grand time is expected. Attorney W. B. Bruce entertained the B. Y. P. U. with an able address.....On account of the rain the Mission Circle was not well attended. —Rev. H. C. Johnson visited the Circle and made some very instructive remarks. We hope he will visit us again. SECOND BAPTIST CHURCH. The Imperial Jubilee Concert Co.sang May 20 to an appreciative audience.....A large number of members and friends are urged to attend the B. Y. P. U. Sunday evening at 6:30....The Leisure Hour Club meets at the residence of Mrs. Steele.....The Bacote Literary Society which meets the first and third Thursday nights of each month is in a flourishing condition.....At the Wednesday evening prayer meeting it was decided to have a subject for discussion. This is a good system and should greatly increase the interest and attendance. Come out and get more enlightenment on the Scriptures.....Last Sunday one hundred and forty-eight persons attended Sunday school and enjoyed an interesting session. Dr. Bacote's seremon was as usual both logical and practical. Women's Club Notes Women's Club Notes The Progress Study Club meets on Wednesday, May 25, with Mrs. A. E. Estes, 2460 Waldron avenue. All members are urged to be present. Business of importance. ...The Ochya Girls will give a school day dance Saturday evening, May 29, for the benefit of the Women's League and to raise funds for "Germany," at Lyric hall. Dancing. Admission 25 cents. The Carnation Art Club met with Mrs. Carter, 2408 Highland avenue, May 14, and after the general business lunch was served and the club adjourned to meet with Mrs. Bradshaw, 2235 Vine street, May 21. THE BILLIKEN WHIST CLUB AT ARMORY HALL Cottage and Vine streets —Tuesday Evening, May 25, 8:30 to 12:00. Whist and dancing Guest prizes. Phyllis Wheatley Art Club met with a large attendance. After the routine business the ladies were served with a delicious buncheon. The club will meet May 27 with Mrs. Wal- ter Howard. MRS. G. G. MASON, Reporter. The Dunbar Art Club wishes to thank the public for its hearty support at their Exhibit. A neat little sum was realized. The Club donated $10 of the proceeds to the Federated Charities. Mrs. Minnie Doyle, Mr. and Mrs. C. B. Burton, 1414 Vine street, entertained very pleasantly the following guests at dinner last Thursday, May 13: Dr. and Mrs. E. C. Bunch, Misses Jessie Wooten, Bessie Lee, Nellie Palmer, Emma Hayden and Mrs. J. D. Burton. A most enjoyable evening was spent and the guests declared Mr. and Mrs. Burton delightful hostesses. The Ladies Needle Craft Club met with Mrs. Cottrell, 1706 E. 27th street Wednesday afternoon, May 19. The visitors were Mesdames Clayton and G. A. Watts, who gave interesting remarks. The hostess served a dainty luncheon and the club adjourned to meet with Miss Truda Jefferson, 2633 Highland avenue, Wednesday afternoon, May 26. THE LATE MISS EMMA SMITH. AUTOS WILL BE FURNISH THE 15TH STREET LINE. E by Colored men, managed by W ticket man and treasurer. Whe tle, you are not patronizing a J ROUND TRIP, 25 CENTS. GEO. W. LITTLE. Who has charge of the autos at the end of the Fifteenth Street car line Decoration Day, May 30. Get your tickets from him. Phone Bell, Main 2967W. PAGE SHOES. I take pride in saying that the Colored shoe store gives me ample satisfaction and gets all my trade.—W. D. Lewis. When I need shoes, I simply go to Mr. Page's shoe store and get what I want they are courteous and honest.—Henry Harris. Mr. Page has supplied my shoes for me of late and they wear just as well as any shoe I ever bought and cost no more.—H. W. Smith. I am on my way to Page's shoe store now to get my 7th pair.—Edna Bobo. Page supplies every shoe and rubber that my wife and I buy and we see no reason to complain, we get the service.—Leonard Shepherd and wife. I am gratified to know that we have so creditable an enterprise in our midst it has my support and best wishes.—B. J. Nesbitt. That shoe store of Page's is certainly one of the growing enterprises of the city. It's growth looks healthy and its Saturday trade looks good to the business world.—Stewart & Smith. It is a feat to fit feet. But Page does it and does it neat.—S. S. King and family, 2320 Michigan. I am anxious to thank Mr. Page for the courtesy shown me and my family in furnishing our shoes.—H. W. Baker, Custodian at Garrison School. We have never bought shoes any where else.—C. A. Chapman and family, custodian Attendant Tuck School. I've traded with Page for over a year and tested his shoes in all weather: If you'll listen to me, you'll find this to be: "They're made of the most excellent leather." —Henry Harris, 1303 East 18th St. ORIN, WYOMING This section is having plenty of rain, hence the farmers expect good crops. ..Mr. G. W. Mack, the famous headwaiter of the C. & N. W. eating house, and Miss Blanche H. Tipps of Omaha, Neb., were married this week at Omaha. ..Mr. Wm. Owens, who has been a waiter here for the past six months, will leave the 20th for Omaha to spend a month's vacation. ..Mr. E. W. Brookins will be in charge of the dining room while Mr. Owens is away. The boys have been in the service of the C. & N. W. R. Co. for a number of years at Orin, Wyo., and the company is highly pleased with their services. Our Motto: "Nothing but The Best" The Crosthwait Floral Company Everything in Flowers and Flower Designs The People say we have made some of the most beautiful and original designs in flowers ever seen in Kansas City. Our Specialty— "Quick Delivery--Satisfactory Service" Bell Phone East 272 Home Phone Main 9070 1801 E. 18th St., Kansas City, Mo The Public is Invited to Attend The Public is Invited to Attend the unveiling of the beautiful monument erected by Mrs. Josephine Smith for her daughter, the late Miss Emma Smith, under the auspices of the Clio Art Club A program will be rendered consisting of addresses and papers. TH. FINISHED YOU AT THE END OF Eight cars owned and operated by W. H. Hubbell, Geo. W. Little, When buying your ticket from Lit-JIM CROW JITNEY. 9 A. M. to 5 P. M. TRADE PORO MARK Made only by Mrs A. M. Pope Tur 3100 Pine Street Pepeturubo Mme A. m. Pope Turubo ST. LOUIS, MO. Mr. John W. McRae's Wife Object To her husband's taking insurance in August, Mr. McRae's widow felt differently in April, Mr. McRae was insured with us in August, April 16, 1915, he was apparently perfectly well, he called a physician. Tuesday, April 20, he was around his store, but Saturday, April 24, he was following Tuesday, as soon as the death proof handed to us We Paid Mrs. McRae One Thousand A wife sometimes objects to life insurance but never does. Is your wife protected? If your husband You don't know when you will be called as sudd Mr. McRae. Suppose he had waited! We pay all our claims promptly. Ask anyboo company of its kind in the world. McRae's Wife Objected insurance in August, 1914 differently in April, 1915. with us in August, 1914. On evently perfectly well. On April 17 today, April 20, he was able to be today, April 24, he was dead. The as the death proof papers were One Thousand Dollars gets to life insurance but a widow protected? If your husband insured? will be called as suddenly as was waited! promptly. Ask anybody. Largest world. Mr. John W. McRae's Wife Objected To her husband's taking insurance in August, 1914 Mr. McRae's widow felt differently in April, 1915. Mr. McRae was insured with us in August, 1914. On April 16, 1915, he was apparently perfectly well. On April 17 he called a physician. Tuesday, April 20, he was able to be around his store, but Saturday, April 24, he was dead. The following Tuesday, as soon as the death proof papers were handed to us We Paid Mrs. McRae One Thousand Dollars A wife sometimes objects to life insurance but a widow never does. Is your wife protected? If your husband insured? You don't know when you will be called as suddenly as was Mr. McRae. Suppose he had waited! We pay all our claims promptly. Ask anybody. Largest company of its kind in the world. Capital fully paid, $100,000.00 Over $1,500,000.00 Insurance in Force. Standard Life Insurance Co. Home Office. 200 Auburn Ave., Atlanta KANSAS CITY OFFICE—1507 East Eightteenth GEO. F. PORTER, Agency Director. Calling Cards, Business Cards, Church, Society Stationery Printing of all kinds. Insurance Company Home Office. Atlanta, Georgia CE—1507 East Eighteenth St. ER, Agency Director. Cards, Church, Society, Book and Printing of all kinds. Standard Life Insurance Company Home Office. 200 Auburn Ave., Atlanta, Georgia KANSAS CITY OFFICE----1507 East Eighteenth St. GEO. F. PORTER, Agency Director. Calling Cards, Business Cards, Church, Society, Book and Stationery Printing of all kinds. JNO. R· FAIRLEY, Mgr. Square Deal Printing Co. The Printing House for the two Kansas Citys. Our Faciliti for doing first class work unexcelled Home 2785 Main Bell 1647Y Grand 1731 Lydia Ave. (Hod Carriers' Hall.) Printing Co. two Kansas Citys. Our Facilities class work unexcelled Lydia Ave. (Hod Carriers' Hall.) Square Deal Printing Co. The Printing House for the two Kansas Citys. Our Facilities for doing first class work unexcelled Home 2785 Main 1731 Lydia Ave. (Hod Carriers' Hall.) Bell 1647Y Grand THE NEW STYLES ARE IN THIS BOOK This beautiful book shows styles of the very best quality creole hair, that is guaranteed to stand combing in the heat of the sun. We can help manufacturers and importers of this hair and can sell you the best creole hair obtainable at prizes lower than you pay elsewhere for cheap and inferior hair. We follow the article sold, and if you are fully satisfied your article money will be refunded. This straightening comb is made of solid brass with an extra heavy back and is the best and most serviceable made. Sent postpaid for 89c. We also sell hair by the pound, hair nets, brushes, combs, and other toilet articles at extraordinary low prices. Send two cent stamps for booklet, mentioning name of this paper. AGENTS W HUMANIA-HAIR CO. Department 23 Duane Street Expert Dental Special OF KANSAS CITY Our work has stood the test. We have been doing high clinical Work for the past 29 years. We have thousands of s. REMEMBER, IN BUSINESS 29 YEARS. All work kept in repair free of charge. SAVE MONEY EXAMINATION FREE All work guaranteed 20 years. GET The doctor who extracts your teeth here has undoubtedly been in this line than any other dentist in the city, so you get the ice. Painless Extracting, 25 cents. BRIDGE V solid brass best and d for 89c. the pound, hair nets, brushes, combs, articles at extraordinary low prices. AGENTS WANTED CO. Department 100 23 Duane Street, NEW YORK Metal Specialists KANSAS CITY We have been doing high class guaranteed Den- We have thousands of satisfied patients. IN BUSINESS 29 YEARS In repair free of charge. INATION FREE guaranteed 20 years. GET THE BEST ch here has undoubtedly had more experience in the city, so you get the most expert serv- BRIDGE WORK Expert Dental Specialists Our work has stood the test. We have been doing high class guaranteed Dental Work for the past 29 years. We have thousands of satisfied patients. REMEMBER, IN BUSINESS 29 YEARS All work kept in repair free of charge. The doctor who extracts your teeth here has undoubtedly had more experience in this line than any other dentist in the city, so you get the most expert service. Painless Extracting, 25 cents. BRIDGE WORK Spaces where from one to ten teeth have been lost we replace with bridge work. It looks the same as natural teeth, lasts a lifetime and requires no plate. Broken down teeth we restore to beauty and usefulness with crowns of porcelain and gold. GOLD CROWNS, $3, $4 AND $5 SILVER FILLINGS, 75c AND $1.00 WHITE CROWNS, $3, $4 AND $5 PLATINA FILLINGS, 200 SET OF TEETH, UPPER AND LOWER, $5.00 AND UP NEW YORK DENTAL CO. 75c AND $1.00 CROWNS, $3, $4 AND $5 PLATINA FILLINGS, 20C UPPER AND LOWER, $5.00 AND UP K DENTAL CO. NEW YORK DENTAL CO. Bargains == For If you want to make a good investment with a money payable in installments, easy terms, see these 35v150, two blocks north of the South Park line. Ge store and walk two blocks north and inquire for White, the owner, at 1409 Adams street, Rosedale, Ka S == For Sale good investment with a small amount of uts, easy terms, see these high, level lots, the South Park line. Get off at Barber's north and inquire for Will White or Geo. Rams street, Rosedale, Kansas. Over Jaccard's Jewelry Store, 1 door north Emery, Bird, Thayer Co. If you want to make a good investment with a small amount of money payable in installments, easy terms, see these high, level lots, 35v150, two blocks north of the South Park line. Get off at Barber's store and walk two blocks north and inquire for Will White or Geo. White, the owner, at 1409 Adams street, Rosedale, Kansas. ```markdown ``` ```markdown ``` men in authority or prisoners, knew that a newspaper man visitor was to drop in to the place. I went there and found something very much like assentishment that a superior officer authority had given me permission to go to the camp, to look it over, and to write about it. This made me certain that no preparations for my visit had been made, and that I saw the captives in their normal state of treatment and imprisonment. The Germans at Dorchester were all captured during or just after battles. Every man there had been doing his best for the Fatherland on the fighting line. Some of them had been badly wounded, but had been kept in hospitals until complete, or nearly complete recovery, before being sent to the prison camp proper. One young fellow, just or a little more than of age, had been badly wounded in the side at the battle of Soissons, or perhaps it were better to say at one of the many battles near Soissons, because back and forth about the place the armies had been struggling for a long time. This soldier youth was a student. He wore big spectacles, almost the size of motor car goggles. He spoke English, which he told me he had learned at school, having never been in an English-speaking country in his life. If the American boy learns as good German in an American school as the English that soldier learned in a German school, our modern language teachers know their business. Are Well Cared For This boy spoke French also. Perhaps, in the present state of affairs he, as a German, is not particularly proud of his English and French-speaking accomplishments, but he knows the, to him, alien languages well. His English is almost without a trace of what we call foreign accent, and I suppose his French may be likewise, although I am not qualified to judge. This boy told me of his prison life, and said he had good food, a good bed and was comfortable, but with good food and a good bed he nevertheless was a prisoner. I thought on this as I talked to him, wondering all the while whether he, after all, would not prefer the battle and its dangers to the prison life, its semicomforts and its safety. Much has been written about the uniform of the German armies, how its color makes it actually vanish when viewed at a little distance. Nearly all of the prisoners at Dorchester were still garbled in their field coats and trousers, and some of them still had their service caps. I saw many of these men at a distance of nearly two hundred yards, but I did not see them clearly, because with their caps drawn down over their eyes, thus making them virtually one color from toe to top, they melted into the surroundings so that they became part of them and were with the utmost difficulty picked out by the eye of the observer. The prisoners at Dorchester live either in brick buildings which have stood for a good many years, or in frame structures recently erected for their accommodation. They sleep on the floor or at least upon boards removed from the floor by only a few inches. On these boards, however, is laid a thick mattress which seemingly is comfortable. Each sleeper has INTERNATIONAL NEWS SERVICE German Concentration Camp at Dorchester. Londoner, from the man who sells three blankets with which to keep him's meat to the man who lives in the self warm. The food which the English give the Germans at Dorchester, and the camp there is said to be a typical one, is not the food of a Michigan boulevard or Fifth avenue hotel, but those who must eat it say that it is good and that there is enough of it. I proved to my own satisfaction that the captives really were satisfied with their food and were not simply telling me so because a British army officer was present while I was talking to him. I had sense enough to know that no prisoner would care to complain of his food while one of the authoritative ones was present, and so I wanted to make it certain, as far as I could, whether or not the prisoners had just cause to complain, but yet either did not care to or dare to do it. May Buy Little Comforts. Every prisoner at Dorchester is allowed to receive money from friends to be used to purchase such permitted things as will add to his comfort. There is a store within the prison, canteen they call it, at which the captives may make purchases. I went to that store and watched prisoner after prisoner as he came to buy. Solid food was on sale there, and many tempting articles of food of the lighter kind as well. I reasoned that if the men were dissatisfied with the food that was issued to them, or that if it was not nutritious, they would spend their money on food which they felt they needed to keep up their strength, and perhaps their hearts. With the exception of fruit, no prisoner made a purchase of food. Fine bacon, fine canned soups and canned to a slave buyer in New Orleans by his original owner, Doctor Johnson, some years before the Civil war, Uncle Major, as he was familiarly known, was born May 5, 1792, in Wayne county, Ga. About the age of maturity he removed with his master, Doctor Johnson, to South Carolina and remained there until a few years before the war between the states, where he was sold to a slave buyer in New Orleans. Shortly afterward he was bought for $2,000 by Capt. Daniel Tobin of --- WAR PRISONERS ARE WELL CARED FOR IN ENGLAND Edward B. Clark Makes an Inspection of the Camp at Dorchester. GERMANS GIVEN GOOD FOOD Are Taken For Long Walks and Allowed to Play Games to Keep in Condition—London Is Hourly Expecting an Attack from "on High." London, England. For the first time since the war began up to the hour of this writing, England has been visited on two consecutive days, or rather nights, by hostile aircraft, which dropped bombs without doing very much damage. At this hour London fully is expecting an attack from what one without irreverence may call "on high." PETER H. BURGESS It may be that by the day that this appears the expected attack will have taken Edward B. Clark. expected attack will have taken place, but the one thing remains certain, that with expectation strong that something is going to drop on it. London continues to be the phlegmatic city that it always has been. On the day that the bombs were dropped on two villages called Faversham and Sittingbourne, I came into London from a visit to a town near the coast and as I learned afterward I was not far ahead of the aeroplanes which did the shell dropping. From a personal point of view perhaps it were better to be ahead of the aeroplane, but from a reporter's point of view perhaps it was not unlucky! Nevertheless in the talk of the thing and in the preparations made by London for the coming of flying visitors, there was interest enough to keep the newspaper pulse throbbing. It is taken for granted, of course, that courage is the same in all civilized countries, but it does seem as if the sort of cool indifference of the Englishman to the possibilities or probabilities of overhead attack is a peculiarly British characteristic. The Londoner, from the man who sells cat's meat to the man who lives in the palace, doesn't seem to care a rap whether hell in hall form is to drop down from the heavens or not. After he gets a taste of it it may be different, but thus far there is only a curiosity in the matter which virtually seems to take on the nature of a curious desire to see what will happen when it does happen. The American boy on the Fourth of July likes to hold a firecracker in his fingers to see if it will hurt when it explodes. This seems to be the attitude of the Londoner in the present case when a Taube or a Zeppelin may come zigzagging out of the horizon line at any minute, day or night. Dorchester Prison Camp. Down at a place called Dorchester, from which a thriving suburb of the city of Boston, Mass., takes its name, there is a camp where German prisoners of war are confined. I have been allowed to visit this camp, and the tour of inspection is most interesting, although it is never a humanly pleasant thing to look on prisoners, whether they be Germans, Frenchmen, Englishmen or captives of whatever nation. The thing was interesting because, while in the main place and its environs were peaceful, they nevertheless presented a picture of war's conditions. I was not told definitely just how many prisoners there were at Dorchester, but I was allowed to make an estimate and to use it. I think there are about 2,200 Germans in the compound. These men of Wilhelm's armies are not having a very hard time of it. I want to say that nobody at the camp. Uncle Major Was Sold In His Youth at the New Orleans Market. Millville, Ga.—Major Johnson, negro, who claimed to be one hundred and twenty-three years old, was found dead in his bed as a result of influenza, which he contracted three weeks ago. According to a memorandum found among his belongings, which is said to be an exact copy of one given food of various kinds went without a purchaser. The prisoners bought cigarettes and tobacco, oranges and bananas, and other things, but the solid foods stayed on the sales counter. The man in charge told me that there was virtually no demand for the substantials. The captives at Dorchester have a recreation field three or four acres in extent, and there they play all sorts of games. They do ordinary work around the camp and, in addition to the exercise from game and work, they are taken out in big squads for tramps through the country outlying the camp, of course being constantly under guard. Those of the prisoners with whom I talked individually proved to be most interesting men. One of them up to the time of the outbreak of the war had been a professor of languages in a German institution of learning. He knew the classics thoroughly and now while in prison he was striving hard to add English to his lingual accomplishments. With one exception there was no prisoner in camp under the age of eighteen years. The exception was a boy of sixteen, who had been picked up from the water after a naval engagement. It was the intention of the authorities to send him, in a day or two, to another camp where other young naval apprentices are confined. Are, closely, guarded All about the camp at Dorchester, including of course the recreation ground, there runs a double line of barbed wart entanglements. Back of these for a large part of the enclosure there is a high wall. On a platform back of this wall the guards walk with fixed bayonet and loaded rifle. Escape seems well-night impossible Yet it is true that recently two prisoners, both officers, escaped from another prison, presumably just as well guarded as is this one, and they were not recaptured until they had wandered about the country for nearly a week. In the camp at Dorchester there are several members of the Prussian guard. They are huge men and of a wonderful physique. The rest of the prisoners are just about like the average of other nationalities in size and build. All of them look like pygmies, however, by the side of the Prussian guard giants. There are no German officers confined at this camp. The enlisted men captives, however, are not entirely from what some people call the lower walks of life. They represent the merchant, the farmer and the professional classes. These captives hear from home under certain restrictions. The American embassy has taken over the affairs of Germany, and it is America today as represented in England, which has in its care in a way these German prisoners of war. Of course, it must not be understood that America says that this must be done or that must be done, but it makes representations on behalf of the German government, when so requested, and it looks after matters pertaining to the communication which is kept up between the prisoners and their kinsfolk, and also to the transmission under regulation of money from father and mother or sister and brother in the Fatherland to the member of the family fold who is a prisoner in an alien land. The prisoners at Dorchester showed an interest, and rather a keen one, when it was known that an American was to visit them and wished to talk to them about their welfare. The reason for this in large part was as I found somewhat to my astonishment, that as near as could be determined, not one of the many captives at Dorchester ever had visited the United States. An American was a curiosity. I thought it was possible that I could find among them all some man who would like to send a message to a friend whom he had known in the United States, but not one of them ever had crossed the water to visit the land where so many of their countrymen have found a home. VOTES 53 YEARS, NOT CITIZEN Los Angeles, Cal.-John Kirby, born in England veteran of the Civil war, and a voter at every presidential election since the close of the war, has just discovered that he is still an alien. Kirby, now seventy-three, took the cath of allegiance when he joined the army and assumed that that oath made him an American citizen. While proving up on a homestead in the United States land office he was asked to show his naturalization papers. He had none. After fifty-three years of practical citizenship, he said he would try again legally to become an American. ANTS MAKE HOUSES UNSAFE Stability of a Kansas College Building is Menaced by Burrowing Termites. Manhattan, Kan.—The wooden partitions and floors of the administration building of the State Agricultural college here are to be torn out and cement floors and walls substituted. The measure has become necessary on account of the termites, or white ants, which have damaged the woodwork. The termites, which live on dry vegetable and fiber substances, have proved a pest at the college, and in other places over the state, according to the entomology department of the college. They have damaged other buildings at the college in the past. Hampton, Ark. After a number of years of faithful service he went to Texas, where he remained for some time. Returning to Arkansas in 1895 he came to Millville. Never Touched Her. Lazychap—It was the cackling of geese, my dear, that once saved Rome. Mrs. Lazychap—Well, that doesn't excuse you from going to work instead of sitting around the house cackling all day, under the impression that you are saving this country. LAND of the BANANA HAVE you heard the song of the banana—the song that is wafted out on the tropical night as thousands of bunches of fruit are delivered to mechanical loaders by barefooted men and women with songs on their lips and bananas on their heads? Bustle, work, song and chant have made "the night swing merrily on," and ere the coming of the dawn hundreds of tired workers lie half asleep about the steamship piers and along Limon's water front, writes William A. Reid in the Bulletin of the Pan-American Union. Fifty, eighty, or possibly a hundred thousand bunches of bananas have passed from their native heath to the refrigerated hold of a modern ship; each worker has borne his share of the burden and now he rests from his labor; the cargo has been "sealed" and the vessel weighs anchor for her northern port. Thus has the tourist who tarries at Costa Rica's principal seaport witnessed a busy tropical scene, most picturesque as well as interesting. Such, however, is only a glimpse of one of the country's industries—an industry that produces 11,000,000 bunches of fruit in a single year, or about half the world's supply. As we journey toward the heart of this wonderland, yet so far from complete development, we shall see something of other crops—of sights that please and instruct the traveler within the country's hospitable boundaries. What has Costa Rica to attract me? asks the tourist looking for sights a little beyond beaten paths. Just as Copyright. Underwood & Underwood Copyright Underwood & Underwood GATHERING THE BANANAS much and more than many sections of the world teeming with tourists, might be the answer. Climatically, the country is an all-the-year resort, with summer in the lowlands and perpetual springtime in the highlands; over its mountains and along its swift and winding streams primitive man has left traces of workmanship that cause us to wonder at his ability; the quaint clatter of the two-wheeled oxcars, often seen by scores as they meander along ancient highways, are animated pictures linking present and past; the peculiar and really inviting little hotel that has arisen from earthquake ruins at Cartago furnishes the visitor with a pleasant home from which to begin the horseback journey (six hours) to the crest of the volcano Irazu, there to stand entrusted—gazing at will over Costa Rica's greatest oceans stretching endlessly into space; the three-mile trolley trip from Cartago takes one to the famous Bella Vista springs, the temperature of which is 135 degrees F., and a recognized cure for rheumatism and a score of other ills; in San Jose the modern electric light shines on the museum with its precious relics as ancient as Rome herself; indeed, and in brief, Costa Rica is a country of scenic beauty with attractions peculiarly its own. Costa Rica is still in the making; and one of the leading factors in this formative process is the little schoolhouse that dots the landscape. Formerly, poverty was a barrier that kept many native children away from school for want of proper clothing. Today the system of cheap uniforms for boys and girls leaves no class distinction; and the law of truancy is so rigidly en- structure of permanence, utility and beauty. Music and flowers are to be enjoyed all over the country. In Limon, under royal palms and amid countless blossoms peculiar to the tropics, the military band in the evening draws the people to the central plaza; while among the promenades may be counted the citizens of many nationalities. Famous Basso, Like the Rest of His Countrymen, Has Been Hard Hit by the War. Edouard de Reszke, the noted Polish basso, for so many years familiar to grand opera audiences throughout America, is now living in a cellar in Poland. He has no fuel, no oil, no coffee, and has been reduced to a state of destitution as a result of the war. This information was given out by the American Polish relief committee. It came in a letter written by the basso to his brother, Jean de Reszke, the tenor. "My poor brother!" said Jean de Reszke, "was unable to get away from the war zone in time. He wrote this letter several weeks ago, and now I fear he may never survive the terrible hardships. He had plenty of money and a splendid estate, but all were swept away." "My dear brother," wrote Edouard, "whether this will ever get through the lines and reach you I do not know." ```markdown ``` forced that practically every child in the land is attending school. Of public funds devoted to various departments of the government, the bureau of education receives one-half of the total amount. Bananas and Coffee. Costa Rica's main artery of commerce is her transcontinental railroad from Limon, on the eastern shore, to Puntarenas on the Pacific, a distance of 172 miles. From the main trunk line there are various branches, which give the country a total of about 450 miles of railway. Starting at Limon, a ride over the railway presents a series of tropical and mountain views the equal of which are difficult to find elsewhere. First, the train passes through lowland forests which appear to be impenetrable, and the traveler shudders to think of the trials and hardships of the engineers who pioneered their course through swamp and wilderness. At Siquirres, 36 miles from Limon, the tourist has time for a short walk, and here a busy scene presents itself if a ship happens to be waiting for cargo at Limon; the five railway tracks lying in front of the little station are holding five trains loaded with bananas, and each train is hauling many cars. Other trains are to be seen in the distance, truly reminding one that he is in "banana land." As our train proceeds, we begin to note the changes that nature presents. Lowlands fade from view and mountain and river offer new sights. Onward and upward the train winds and climbs, and by early afternoon we are THE COCONUT GROWING IN THE CUBA high up in the mountains where tropical heat is only a memory, and coasts and wraps are called into service. On reaching the coffee region the question arises, have you ever tested Costa Rican coffee? On the London market it is quoted at a higher rate than that of any other country of the American Mediterranean; this is saying much when we remember the many excellent grades of coffee that this section of the world supplies. Next to the banana industry, that of coffee growing occupies the most important place in the republic. Natives Are Skilled Artisans. Another feature of industry which the traveler is likely to notice and admire is the work of the native artisan. In detail the latter's handwork is seen to advantage in many buildings, notably in the splendid granite theater in San Jose—an edifice that would be a credit to any country; in the new hydroelectric power installation on the Virilla river, about six miles from the capital, are to be seen many varieties of work of the skilled native laborer, in masonry, in ironwork, carpentry, bricklaying, cement construction, etc., all of which indicate that the trade schools have brought the lesson of modernity which, combined with ancient handicraft passed down from generation to generation, produce a structure of permanence, utility and beauty. Music and flowers are to be enjoyed all over the country. In Limon, under royal palms and amid countless blossoms peculiar to the tropics, the military band in the evening draws the people to the central plaza; while among the promenaders may be counted the citizens of many nationalities. I am sure no man could get through alive, with all this fighting and the continual bombardment on every hand. "The war broke with such suddenness that it was impossible to escape. I was forced to remain here on my estate in Garnesk. This part of Poland has been reduced to worse than a desert. All is desclate, and everyone is suffering. My beautiful estate has met the common fate and been reduced to ashes. I am now living in a cellar with scanty covering. If a shell should drop in it would afford no protection. So fierce she has been the fight here that there have been days when I could not venture forth. We have been between two fires. All Poland needs relief. "I have no coal, oil, coffee, and only a handful of grain left. Through the cold and the rain I have had but poor shelter, but my lot is the same as that of my fellow countrymen." In every test made by Russian cavalrymen, horseshoes of aluminum were found to outlast those of steel and iron. --- SEEING LIFE with JOHN HENRY BY George V. Hobart John Henry On Poker Parties Poker I Could Hear Him Saying Over and Over to Himself, "This Is a Sin and I Hate to Do It, but I Need the Money." I Could Hear Him Saying Over and Over to Himself, "This Is a Sin and I Hate to Do It, but I Need the Money." SAY! did you ever take what little money you had and attend a Poker Party? In a moment of mental aberration I suggested the proposition to friend wife and she fell for it with loud screams of delight. Poker parties would be all right if it were not for the fact that somebody has to lose. Not having an ear for music it annoys me to hear the boobs squeal. But Peaches figured it out that she'd invite a small, congenial bunch and with a quarter limit it would be a 100 to 1 shot we could live through the evening without bloodshed. Hep Hardy was first choice. Hep has two missions in life. One is to go to parties, and the other is saying "Good evening!" to bar-tenders. Of course, Uncle Louis Miffendale was invited as was also Aunt Jessica Miffendale. These two relatives were wished on Peaches at birth—they are mine by marriage. They are nice people, but any time they decide to go around the world for their health I'll be at the dock to see them off. As my contribution to the kitty we invited Spud Dalrymple and his wife, Sybil. Spud is a Wall Street broker but since the market went wrong some months ago he's been working for a living—paper hanging, I think, or maybe it's real estate. Sybil used to be a chorus queen but she married Spud and recovered almost entirely. Poker players, I've noticed, are divided into two classes: The Companions of the Cold Feet, and The Little Brothers of the Boost. The Companions of the Cold Feet make the most money, but the Little Brothers of the Boost sing Glory Halenljah and give an occasional squint at the scenery as they march on to the Poor House. The first Jackpot was finally opened by Sam. We all stayed in and after the draw it was just beginning to look cheerful when Peaches excalled eagerly: "Oh, John, do Sixes beat Fulls?" Everybody present dipped up a titter and the poor girl looked ready to faint. "Sure!" I said, just to bring her back to earth. You know, I like Peaches. She's a fine girl and a good wife but from the heart I say she plays poker like a Welsh rabbit, which is without form and void. Peaches' poker procedure is full of hushed silences and dark surprises. From a social point of view Peaches is the best fellow that ever drew cards, but with regard to the technicalities of poker she is what the ancient Greeks would call a Patricia Bolivar. Sam bet his quarter and Hep Hardy raised him. Peaches was next and she hoisted them both to my painful surprise. The rest of us took to our parachutes and dropped and so did Hep on the next lap. Then Sam and Peaches began to talk back and forth at each other in sharp, terse terms, all of which meant money and I had to sit there and watch her being dragged to the shambles, powerless to help her. Every time Sam peeped she was back at him with a raise. I could see a whole month's household expenses traveling home in Sam's pocket. I tried to give Peaches the bugle call to cease firing, but she never once came to the surface. Sam had nearly all his checks set in and Peaches reached over and touched my stack for a handful. The pot began to look like a picture entitled, "Rockefeller In The Safety Deposit Vaults." Sam was breathing hard and pink spots began to appear on his forehead. His heart was "missing," like an excited carburetor. I could almost hear him saying over I Could Hear Him Saying Over and I Hate to Do it, but and over to himself, "This is a sin and I hate to do it, but I need the money." Presently, however, his chips were all in, so he repented and called Peaches. As he did so he threw on the table a King full of Bullets and proceeded to cover the gate receipts with eager mitts. "Pause!" said Peaches, ever so quietly. "Pause, Mr. Gibson—and walk slowly! I want to keep up with you!" and with that she spread her hand out on the table—four Sixes and a Seven Spot! Sensation of being Stung for Samuel! He smiled a sickly little smile, showed three discouraged teeth, and then for the rest of the evening gave an excellent imitation of a pre-occupied Clam. Peaches the Bunco Kid! Did you get that, "John, do Sixes beat Fulls" isn't she a wonder, on the level! I opened the next Jack and soon find myself out on the long trail all alone with Aunt Jessica. She ploadded along behind me till she had fourteen dollars in Bad Lands, then she sat down on an ice-hummock, removed her snowshoes and called me. When I laid down Four Typewriters she called me again—but I'd hate to tell you what it was. She had Four Deuces all the time and after the first bet she walked into one of those Maison's on Fifth Avenue and started to pick out a new gown. On the second bet she selected a Worth creation with a slit skirt. After the third bet she bought an opera cloak to go with it. After the fourth bet she bade the Proprietor ring for a taxi and took her expensive purchases home herself. Pretty soon came the awful awakening and she had to put everything back in the store. I don't think Aunt Jessica will ever A These Two Relations Were Wished on Peaches at Birth. recover from the shock. She doesn't care anything more for money than you do for your right eye. And then, to make matters more like a political afternoon in Mexico for the Miffendales, Hep Hardy with a diamond flush climbed the trellis work on the outskirts of Uncle Louis and gave him the gaff for eleven sawbucks. It was a rough night at sea for the Miffendales. Those two members in good standing in the ancient order of the Companies of the Cold Feet had to sit there all the rest of the evening, playing 'em close, trying to get their coin back—which they didn't. The mills of the gods grind slow but once in a while they grind out something worth while. When the company had gone I said to Peaches, "Where did you get that fourth Six and who taught you the game?" "Oh," she chirped with a smile, "I just picked it up." "Which," I said, "the game or the Six?" She hasn't answered me yet. That was a week ago. "Anyway, I'm glad you don't belong to the Companions of the Cold Feet." I said to her as I swept the icicles Over to Himself, "This is a Sin and I Need the Money." away from the spot occupied by Uncle Louis. "No," she came back at me, "I always play with my rubbers on." "With the rubbers on." I echoed. "Right-O! and in poker that goes for the neck as well as the feet." Senator Sorghum Explains. "What is your reason for thinking your party ought to be successful next election?" "I didn't say it ought to be successful," replied Senator Sorghum firmly. "I said it is going to be."—Washington Star. An Experiment in Sociology By ROSCOE DEXTER (Copyright, 1915, by W. G. Chapman.) James Martyn, the millionaire owner of the Martyn Ship Construction company, turned to his secretary, Miss Edna Summers, with a rather shame-faced expression. "The committee is waiting outside, Miss Summers," he said. "You are quite sure that you are willing to see them?" "Quite sure," answered the pretty secretary, smiling. "It is in the interests of sociology," continued her employer. "It is the hardest thing I have ever had to do." "You mustn't care about my feelings, Mr. Martyn," answered the girl. "In the interests of sociology anything is justifiable." The millionaire went out, to return in the company of a committee of investigators, mostly white-bearded and bald, who stared in astonishment at the comely, refined young woman standing quietly before them. "Surely this young lady has never been a—a convict!" exclaimed the spokesman. "Yes, gentlemen," answered the millionaire, "and I thought that before showing you over my plant I would take you in here and demonstrate my greatest success in my scheme for reclaiming human wreckage. As you know, it is my boast that I can reform any man or woman in the world. Given a chance to labor honestly, nobody is irredeemable. Three-fourths of my most trusted employees are ex-convicts. "But—what have been this lady's crimes? inquired the spokesman, stroking his beard. "She was the worst woman in Boston, sir. She has served one year as a pickupist, one year for larceny, six months for stealing in department stores, and six months for receiving stolen goods. When I engaged her, a year ago, her only redeeming quality was a love for her old father and mother. Now she handles an aggregate of four thousand dollars a day in hard cash." "Wonderful!" ejaculated the spokesman and the committee, watching Miss 008 "Surely This Young Lady Has Never Been a Convict." Summers in fascination. "And I understand, Mr. Martyn, that you pay each of your employees, whether male or female, thirty-five dollars a week, irrespective of the work they do?" "That is so, sir," answered Mr. Martyn. "It is my theory that thirty-five dollars is the minimum living wage on which one can exist in comfort, in these days of soaring prices. At that salary my employees are satisfied and endeavor to make themselves worthy of my confidence. In fact, it is not only just, but it pays." He followed them out, to conduct them upon their tour of his establishment. The moment that the door closed behind them Miss Summers took out her handkerchief and burst into tears. She sobbed unrestrainedly for some minutes; then, as suddenly ceasing, she dabbed at her eyes, smiled and took up her work again. When at last her employer returned she was as demure and tranquil as he had always known her to be. James Martyn was not very old for a millionaire. In fact, he was barely forty, though his serious demeanor gave him the appearance of an older man. He had sometimes wondered whether his interest in his secretary was purely altruistic. He had introduced her to his mother, and Miss Summers was a frequent guest at the beautiful house on Connecticut avenue which he had built for her. It was said that the seriousness of his outlook upon life was the reason why he had never married. He had never found a woman with the qualities of soul he craved. Miss Summers had been invited to his mother's house that night. Long ago James Martyn had told the gentle old lady of her criminal past. And to his amazement his mother, who had always disapproved of his sociological experiment, did not turn a hair. "You see, James," she had said, "a sweet girl like that must necessarily have been the victim of circumstances." But James Martyn had wandered what his mother would say when he told her that he intended to ask Edna Summers to become his wife. For he had been growing increasingly conscious that she was the one woman in the world for him. She had entered into all his plans with such alacrity, her sympathy and charity were overflowing for the poor social victims whom he was redeeming. And he knew that the girl was by no means indifferent to him. And so he asked her that evening. on the way home. Edna, startled and yet flattered, faltered. She could not reply. "Will you take time to think it over?" he asked. "Oh, yes," she answered, timidly. That was all. But it was an embarrassing evening. However, the embarrassment was nothing to that of the next morning, when the Sunday papers were opened. For accounts of the visit of the committee filled the front pages. His pretty secretary, as Miss Edna was openly labeled, was called "the worst woman in Boston." Her photograph was displayed in proximity with James Martyn's. Miss Summers was not yet down. Hastily mother and son scanned the dreadful displays. "One of those confounded sociologists must have been a reporter!" growled the millionaire. "I am so sorry for the girl, mother, and more for you." "Why for me, James?" inquired the old lady quietly. Rich man that he was and dictator in his office, James Martyn felt like a small boy before the glance of those mild blue eyes. "Because I mean to ask her to be my wife," he answered. "In fact I have asked her already, and she is to let me know shortly." "If she accepts you, James, it will be the best thing that could happen to you." answered the old lady. "Mother! You aren't ashamed of her?" "Not a bit. It will make a man of you, James," she returned peremptorily. And her look was so suave, so piercing, too, that the millionaire was utterly at a loss. They hid the papers and a dreary day followed. Too embarrassed to speak much to Miss Edna, James Martyn skulked like a schoolboy in his library until late in the afternoon. Once, emerging, he saw Miss Summers poring over a newspaper which she had purchased that morning. She knew, then. He went up to her. "I am so sorry," he said. "Never mind, Mr. Martyn," answered the girl. "But I never dreamed that the facts would get into the newspapers," he went on remorsefully. "I—" "Mr. Martyn, one cannot live down one's past," she answered, beginning to tremble. "And your answer—" began Martyn, when an altercation at the front door arrested his attention. An old lady and gentleman were engaged in very angry disputation with the butler, and, what is more, pushed that functionary aside without ceremony and came hurriedly along the hall and into the parlor. "I want to see Mr. James Martyn!" shouted the old gentleman, beside himself with wrath. The pair were obviously country-bred—prosperous farming people, they seemed to be. The man was beyond self-control and, more ominous, the old lady did not seem anxious to control him. "I am Mr. Martyn's mother," said Mrs. Martyn, rising with dignity. "The papers say that my daughter is an ex-convict and that your son hired her out of charity!" cried the old man, with blazing eyes. He pulled a paper from his pocket and hammered on it with his hand. "Aren't you James Martyn, sir?" he continued, turning upon the millionaire as he entered. "Why shouldn't I horsewhip you, sir?" As the old gentleman carried nothing more formidable than a hickory stick and was quite feeble, the answer was an obvious one. But, as he turned, he saw Miss Summers come quietly into the room. He hesitated, but in a moment the old lady had caught her in her arms and they were sobbing on each other's necks. "You shall answer for this, sir!" shouted the father. 'You took my girl on out of charity! You wanted to reform her! Huh! We'll see!" "Edna, dearest, say that it isn't true!" pleaded her mother. "Oh, it isn't—t of course, it isn't," sobbed the girl. "You see, I had to get employment at a good salary to help pay off that mortgage, and knowing how hard it was I—had heard of Mr. Martyn's theory and—pretended to have a criminal record so as to get employment at thirty-five dollars a week. I've never stolen anything in my life. And you can take back your old job, Mr. Martyn. And the man I marry won't be one who'll tell the sociologists things like that about me. He'll have to be just about the best man in the world." It was old Mrs. Martyn who rose to the occasion. She took the astonished girl from her mother's arms and placed her head upon her own shoulder. "Now, good people," she said soothingly, "nobody was to blame. It was just my son's sad, that all. He's only forty and he isn't quite grown up yet. He doesn't understand human nature. Now say you all forgive him, and you, too, Edna, for he is really a good man." "Oh, I think he is the best man in the world!" cried the girl impulsively. And then, struck dumb by the realization of what she had said, she blushed redder than a rose. Hollow in a Bolled Egg Hollow in a Boiled Egg. There is an air space in every egg, but we notice it particularly in a boiled one, because the contents have been made solid by cooking and made the hollow space more apparent. This space is a provision of nature so that the chick which grows within the shell may have air to breathe from the time it comes to life until it becomes strong enough to break through the shell to the outside world. To generate life in the egg it is necessary that it be subjected to a certain degree of heat for a period of 21 days. When this is not done the egg remains indefinitely in its raw state. When it is boiled the pocket of air within the shell, which would have been used up by the chick if the egg had been set to hatch, begins to fight for its space, and pushes the boiled contents of the egg back, leaving the hollow space. "Do they load parrot guns with bird-shot?" F. For the Tourists' Wear Wool crepes are about the most worth while novelties in dress goods for summer wear. They fill much the same place as wool challile and nut's veiling, being soft, light in weight and durable. But the crepe surface is prettier than a plain surface. The crepes come in all colors and are used for negleagues in fancy shades and for afternoon, evening and home gowns. This fabric is really elegant looking. It runs about forty inches wide and is sold at 75 cents a yard, or even less. It does not take much reckoning to find that an ordinary dress requires less than five dollars as an investment for materials. The novel afternoon dress shown in the picture is made in one piece, although the bodice and skirt are cut separately and mounted on a light underbodice of thin muslin. This bodice is made separately and fitted to the figure, extending below the waist line. The back portion of the crepe bodice is cut to extend over the shoulder and is joined to the front portion several inches below the shoulder seam in the underbodice. The front portion is cut out at the sides in bolero jacket effect and is fulled into a belt at the waist line in front and at the seams below the shoulders. The short belt across the For the To The experienced traveler soon learns to travel "light" or, in more explicit terms, to take along as little luggage as possible. Going on a sightseeing journey requires somewhat different outfitting from going on a visit. But one must be prepared to meet emergencies in either case. For the tourist a hand bag and a good-sized suit case will carry about all that the sight-seer needs, unless it is that everlasting problem, the extra hat. And the parcel post or express companies will look after that. Blouses and bodices are made of such sheer materials that a good supply of them takes up little room. Wash silk, ponge, and crepe de chine blouses, made in plain tailored styles, are to be relied upon for wear while traveling. Fancier blouses of chiffon or lace will be needed, but one or two of them will serve for those occasions that require something more dressy than the tailored blouse. An elegant, new model in crepe de chine is shown in the illustration, strictly tailored and suitable for wash silk or pongee. It is finished with a turnover collar and turned back cuffs. The seams are set together with hemstitching, which is a decorative feature on waists of this kind. A little pocket at the side and white buttons with black rims complete the smart design. Similar waists in pongee are brightened with brilliant red or green buttons, with buttons bordered with black like those on the pictured waist. Besides these, there are the waists of plain volle having small tucks and a little strong lace used in their construction. They withstand wear and tear as well as silk fabrics and are Good Grooming Prevails. Of hats there seems so little to say that to say anything may be superfluous. They are all small, most of them are black, although a few flowers are to be seen as trimmings. Vells are general, and the tight collure of the moment gives all women the effect of having small heads. To see hair puffed out in these days makes one feel quite uncomfortable. It looks so slack and a little bold. Neatness, trimness, and extremely good grooming are the first elements, and al- front is braided with soutache braid matching the crepe in color. A short belt braided in the same way extends across the back. The waist is cut with a V opening at the neck in front and standing turnover collar at the back. This collar is faced with black satin, which is decorated at the edge with a pattern put on with sand-colored soutache braid. Cuffs of the crepe are cut with a turnover upper edge which is also faced with black satin and finished at the edge with the soutache braid as on the collar. A separate stock of black satin with flat bow in front finishes the neck. The dress fastens with flat pearl buttons down the front. Covered buttons made of black satin might be used to good advantage in place of the pearl. A shaped piece set on at each side carries a little pocket. Machine stitching with silk like the crepe in color makes a decorative finish at the seams. It requires about five yards of double width goods for this dress, so that the crepe and the satin cost not more than four dollars, leaving a sufficient balance to pay for the buttons, braid and silk thread, and also for the bit of thin muslin that makes the underbodice. urists' Wear excellent for the tourist. For a dressy waist a good model, made of net and shadow lace, is shown in the picture. The body is of net with border of lace at each side of the front, and sleeves of lace. These are finished with hemstitched cuffs. A standing collar at the back is made of the lace with scalloped edge and wired to hold its position. Narrow black velvet ribbon is used in a band about the neck and around the cuffs. At the neck it fastens at one side with hook and eye. Small jet buttons complete the design, to which it is easy to add a color note by basting in a figured ribbon below the line of the bust, on the under side of the net. A little garment that is likely to prove a friend in need is pictured in the knitted waistcoat of wool yarn. It is sleeveless and shaped to fit the figure, reaching to the waist line at the back and a little below in front. It is, in fact, a vest to be worn under the suit coat when the weather demands it. Re-enforced with this cozy little afair the suit coat will do duty for a heavier one and lighten the tourist's baggage by that much. JULIA BOTTOMLEY. Flowers that look as if they had been pressed as we used to press flowers and leaves when we were children - trim all the newest hats. They are placed between layers of chiffon or crepe which form the brims of hats, or are applied flat against the sides of the crown, but wherever they are found they are most effective. In all the pastel shades are they to be had. most the last of good millinery and good dressing at the present time. Time rather than money is the important factor for success, and if only anxiety did not rob women of their beauty, women might claim to be looking their best under the restraint they are putting on their love of luxury. The reason why a girl gets mad when a fellow she likes kisses her is because she would get twice as mad if he didn't kiss her. ```markdown ``` DESIGNS IN NECKWEAR RADICAL CHANGE FROM THOSE OF LAST YEAR. Fine, Sheer Voile is a New Material Which May Be Made Up at Home Into the Daintiest of Dress Accessories. Neckwear designs this season differ radically from those of last year because of the change from low to high neck. This naturally means either a considerable expenditure for new neckwear or considerable sewing in spare time at home. Homemade neckwear can be quite as dainty as that seen in the shops, and can be produced at much less cost. Very fine, sheer voile is a new material used for neckwear. It is intended to supersede organde, and I believe it will quickly find favor—if for no reason other than that it is very easily laundered. Since neckwear, to be attractive, must be ever fresh, anything which will tend to lessen the laundry work is sure to be appreciated. Net is a close second to volle. This, too, is not difficult to keep clean, and it wears like iron. Net is lightly embroidered this year. For example, a little vine in the front of the chemisette divides and runs on either side of the collar. This is worked with medium fine embroidery cotton in solid satin and outline stitch. The work is easy to do if the design be backed with tissue paper. The paper can be pulled away when the embroidery is finished. The fluffy side frill is in vogue again. A jabot thus adorned will do much to redeem a somber-looking dress or an out-of-date waist. There should be a number of these fuffy frills lying about at home, as it was so popular a model not long ago. Those who must make them will need, for one is not, half a New Neckwear Designs. yard of pretty insertion and from three-quarters to one yard of edging for the frill—according to the width of the frill. English eyelet embroidery is favored above all else for the strip, though some frills of fine volle are edged with a narrow filet lace and attached to a strip of the lace—but wider. Some models show the frill on both sides of the strip. In this case the jabot ends just below the bust and the frill is carried all around. Tiny pearl buttons are used for trimming neckwear, in place of the little linen buttons of last year. They have no visible means of attachment, but are known as trimming buttons. The ordinary pearl buttons with holes for sewing are not the proper thing. These are small details, but they mark the up-to-date neckwear; and one might as well get the correct thing when purchasing. All neckwear apparently closes in front. The net chemisettes, however, frequently close in the back, but show a decoration which disguises this fact. For example, there may be embroidery and buttons or frills of lace down the front and invisible snappers in the back. All tight-fitting high collars are well boned and are finished at the top with a little frill—Washington Star. DICTATES OF FASHION Charming poke bonnets are fashioned of crepe or chiffon. Evening gowns generally have no sleeves, or very tiny ones. Jackets to correspond nicely with the full skirts should be short. Bell sleeves and bishop sleeves are style innovations for waist fashions as well as for gowns. Short skirts for day dresses and trained gowns for evening wear are the last style specifications received. Old-fashioned checked silks in snuff colored browns, greens, blues and yellows and blacks are novelties in dull toned effects. Even though the high waist line will be fashionable, the normal line will be the controlling position for belt lines this season. The high collared waist with a shirred yoke and collar or organdie of mull or lawn is another vogue of much interest. Gorgeous Designs Sent From Paris Will in All Probability Become the Season's Modes. Paquin has sent a smart styled wrap of taffetas in a wondrous two- tened cerise and silver effect. It is designed in a full circular style of great width and full lengthed, with a square sailor collar of chinchilla fur as part of the adornment. One could remove the fur, but the other decorations were wonderfully appealing. The lining is a peacock blue chameuse. Gold braid bands the edge of the wrap, and above this are baskets of flowers in orderly sequence, the flowers made of peacock blue silk and the baskets of gold braid. Another wrap of pink taffeta in three-quarter length is round as a moon, but infinitely more habitable. Without a lining, but properly weighted to give it form, the collar was made of closely woven gold lace mounted over a lining of Pacific blue mousseline. These taffeta wraps, in quaintly de- Will Repay Time Spent on Its Construction, Say on a Rainy Afternoon in Summer. Our sketch shows a blotting pad of a very useful type that is quite easy to make. The size in which it is carried out is a matter of choice. For the foundation of the pad itself, a piece of very stiff cardboard should be used. The board is bound at the edges with narrow strips of dark brown silk fastened on with a strong An Easily-Made Blotting Pad. adhesive. The pockets on either side are made of some of the same silk and bound at the edges with narrow ribbon. The material is turned over the edges and fastened on at the back of the board with glue, and diagram A, which shows the underside of the board, illustrates how this should be done. D and D indicate the strips of silk binding "e" edge of the board, B the silk forming the pocket, and C is the board itself. Sheets of blotting paper must be cut to fit and slipped into the pockets on either side, and letters and papers can also be tucked in at the sides in the manner shown. The cover is made of some of the same brown silk and bound at the edges with narrow ribbon to match, and lined with soft silk. Ribbon strings are provided to secure the case when covered with the flap, as shown by the small sketch. Initials of the owner can be worked in silk where indicated. HOUSE DRESS OF NAVY SERGE Clever Needlewoman May Fashion Garment From Costume Which Did Duty Last Year. Here is a quiet little house dress of very fine navy serge, trimmed with graduated bands, and having sleeves and waistband of black taffetas. The simple guimpe filling up the square hiatus and the high collar are of organdie gauze, the finest of fine lingerie material procurable, that has yet a certain stability of its own. There is, moreover, a renovating suggestion in this scheme. An existing possession in the guise of a black satin or taffeta dress, that is essentially of last year* 1 modeling, could have the skirt cut up to fashion the bands, while the black sleeves would save at least three-quarters of a yard of new material, and possibly more, as the serge bodice is such a very slight affair. Small flat bows of braid-like ribbon are seen on smart little hats. signed shawl or apron circular styles, will in all probability preserve the modes for capes throughout the summer season. Worth has designed a cape of oriental embroidered tissue in peacock colors combined with silver and colored beads, which is gorgeous and beautiful at the same time. This wrap is as full and long as the model by Paquin, but it gleams with sonorous, deep-toned lights, which are as mysteriously engaging as they are fascinating. If you are wearing a pair of fashionable shoes, it goes without saying that they have some suede somewhere in their makeup. They have suede tops or they have suede trimmings or some place there is some suede. Also, as a matter of fact, the suede becomes soiled rather easily. Now, there are several sorts of cleaner sold for suede and all of them are fairly good. But a woman who has had much experience with cleaning suede says that the best way to clean it is to rub it with a fine enery cloth. HOME TOWN HELPS Right Idea Seems to Prevail Among Those Who Have Built Up Ohio's Great Metropolis. A local business man told this little story at the Advertising club the other day: "I was in the south on business not long ago," he said, "and found myself one day at a hotel table with three other men, all southerners and all strangers to me. Well, somebody said something about his home town—something not very complimentary—and somebody else said something along the same line, and then I opened up about Cleveland. Well, I gave them the best I had with me. I told where we stood in iron and steel, and in clothing, and electricity, and hardware, and printing, and civic pride. I told 'em about our parks and boulevards, and our Warrensville farm and our three-cent fare. I talked fast so as to get it all in, and I tried not to miss a point. Well, they sat there watching me and not saying a word, but when I stopped for want of breath a fine, portly man pulled a notebook out of his pocket. "Td like your name and address,' he said. "Then he put out his hand. "Glad to know you," he told me. I'm president of the chamber of commerce of ——,' and he named a leading city of the South. 'And what I want to say is that if we had a half dozen boosters like you our town would be a blamed sight bigger and more useful. Hold on,' he added, 'you're not a special, official booster, are you?' "No," I told him. 'I'm just one of the 700,000.' —Cleveland Plain Dealer FOR SUBURBAN HOME ```markdown ``` Here is a porch with inviting seats and opportunity for climbing things, but without gracefulness or attempt at beauty of line. TREES FOR HOME GROUNDS Small Varieties Add Greatly to the Appearance of the House, and Also to Its Value. In planting ornamental trees about the home, we naturally consider their utility in providing shade. There are, however, a number of beautiful trees, small in size, that occupy an intermediate place between shrubs and shade trees. Their beauty gives them a place of honor, but they should not be placed where their growth will interfere with other plants as they grow larger. The white fringe, or fringe tree, Chionanthus Virginica, is a native of the United States, forming a large shrub, rather than a small tree, as it is rounded and bushy. It has large glossy leaves three to five inches long, dark green, that are handsome through the season. In May or June it bears an abundance of white flowers, in drooping racemes. The blossoms have narrow, fringe-like petals, and are very graceful. One specimen under observation, now about eighteen years planted, is probably twelve feet high, a symmetrical vase shape; it flowers abundantly. A young specimen, suitable for planting, costs about seventy-five cents.—Rural New Yorker. Washington's Advantage. Observing that civic art is founded on common sense, utility and commercial considerations, Arnold W. Brunner, an architect who has been working for the development of civic beauty in New York, recently made a statement which has a bearing upon Washington. He pleaded for more artistic cities on the ground that the lives of men and women are influenced by their surroundings. A quiet, restful room, he pointed out, helps a man to do his work, and he added: "Our streets have the same influence. I hold that quiet, dignified, orderly streets have a psychological effect on the people. Such streets are found in Paris, Berlin and many other European cities. Broadway, on the other hand, is chaotic, shaggy, confused, irregular; and it produces an unrestful effect on one."—Washington Times. The Critic's Office A friend who is preparing a paper on criticism asks us our notion of a critic, and the best we could do off-hand was to bring to mind the young hero who, finding a break in a dike, thrust his arm into the hole and hold back the devastating flood until help arrived. The flood is mediocrit, and criticism should be a dike holding it back, instead of being, as it is in this country, a sluiceway. Given a wall, it would be the duty of the critic to keep an eye on it, and to plug a leak whenever he spotted it.—Chicago Tribune PHOENIX, ARIZONA The drowning of the three and a half year-birth of Mr. and Mrs. Harry Nesbitt of 1904 W. Washington street, May 13th, was quite a shock to the people of Phoenix. The funeral services were conducted May 15th, by Rev. A. J. Norris, pastor of the C. M. E. church. It is believed the child fell into an irritating ditch while playing on the bank....Mr. J. C. Culberdon of Dallag, Tex., is here for his health, but doesn't seem to be improving.... Mrs. Henderson of Santa Barbara, Calif., is visiting her father, S. W. Thompson of 527 E. Jefferson street, whom she has not seen for twenty-nine years.... The Phoenix Forum's program Mother's Day was quite a treat to its audience. Papers written by Mrs. Geo. White, Mrs. Rev. Jones, and Mrs. Stanzel, were indeed food for thought. koom No. 2 of Douglas school rendered a carefully prepared program Friday night, May 14th, which was appreciated by all hearers.... Mrs. E. L. Clayton is teacher of the grade, Prof. Landry, Mrs. Clayton and Mrs. Marcooney have put forth every effort to make this school term a success.... To a crowded house Rev. Herring preended the Odd Fellows annual sermon at the A. M. E. church, Sunday May 9th. A good collection was taken.... When wanting the news call at 428 E. Jefferson or phone 1552. The Handy Colored Store 2409 Vine St. Ladies' and Gents' Furnishing Goods and Notions SPECIAL VALUE In Gray Enamel Ware and Hardware BARGAINS Special Bargains in our No- tion Department and Hair Goods Help Make Our Store Your Store, Our Customers Your Friends Special Values in Furnishings for Men Women and Children GIVE US A CALL Taylor Holmes & Co. Mrs. Annie Holmes, Manager 2409 Vine St. K. C. Mo. Mrs. C. A. 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Quinoleum Hair Grower . . . 50 Quinoleum Hair Tonic . . . 50 Quinoleum Hair Shampoo . . . 25 Quinoleum Face Cream . . . 25 Quinoleum Freckle cream and face bleach . . . 25 Bell Phone West 1757. Send for our free booklet on hair culture and the use of face creams. Come—visit the only new Electric Amusement Park ever built for Negroes and at a cost of $60,000. HERE IS WHAT YOU WILL FIND Big Eli Ferris Wheel which gives a most wonderful view of Kansas City. The Open Theatre, containing 1,000 opera chairs. This will be a free show. Dance Pavilion accommodates 200 couples at one time and is the finest in the country. Willie Williams Orchestra will furnish unexcelled music. Regular 25-cent dances. It will do you good to see Captain N. Clark Smith and the Lincoln Park Band. The Booker H. Washington Band stand is a beauty. Water Dip High Striker or Bean Pole Shooting Gallery Penny Arcade or Amuse- ment Booth Baby Dodger Cane Rack Pool Parlor Restaurant Refreshments Knife Rack Fruit Stand Candy, Cigars and Soft Drinks Jewelry Display Ice Cream Parlor Park Motto: "Order at all times. No liquor. ROWDYISM WILL NOT BE TOLERATED. OPEN AFTERNOON AND NIGHT Wanted—Leading soprano, contral to and bass singers; also good pianist. Christians preferred. Apply to B. J. Knox, business manager, Imperial Concert Company, 1513 Woodland avenue. CONTINENTAL MARBLE AND GRANITE COMPANY. At Canton, Ga., the home of quality. Marble and granite markers, memorials and monuments. Have opened a branch office here and Mr. Simon Wyatt, manager of the Wyatt & Randolph Undertaking Company, is representative for Kansas. All the latest colors and styles. Reasonable prices. Phones: Res. West 2529; office West 3098. 920 North Third st., Kansas City, Kas. R. V. ATKINS, Gen. Mgr. T. T. PAYNE, Bus. Mgr. L. W. FITZGERALD, Secty. and Treas. GIVE US 4 TRIAL Bell 'Phone 1912 East E. 4723 18th St. G. C. COLE Painter and Paper Hanger. General Repairing. 1710 EUCLID. FOR RENT 509 East Mo. Av. 10r, water, gas. $20.00 533 Cherry, 5r, water and gas. $25.00 540 East 8th St, 5r, modern. $20.00 1402 East 18th St, 6r, modern. $20.00 1406 Roanoke Road, 5r. $7.00 1408 East 18th St, 5r. $10.00 1409 East 16th St, 5r. $10.00 1409 Vine St, rear, 3r. $7.00 1528 Euclid, 4r. $12.00 1528 Euclid, 4r, 4t. $12.00 1528-18 E. 14th - 4r each $12.00 2007 Olive - 6r, water and gas. $20.00 2008 Olive - 6r, water and gas. $20.00 619 Holmes - 8 rms, water and gas $20.00 2634 Euclid - 6 rooms; partly mod. $18.00 2108 Highland - 6 rooms. $18.00 N. Prospect - 6 rms; water and gas $18.00 2130 East 18th - 6 rooms; 2d floor. $18.00 2134 Woodland - 6 rms; partly mod. $20.00 406 Haskell - 6 rms; mod. Kansas 11th and Michigan - 6 rms, modern; apart; two weeks free rent $16 and $18 1911 Tracy - 5 rms, strictly modern. $19.00 2120 Highland - 6 rooms; water and gas $20.00 1919 Tracy - 5 rooms strictly modern; apart. $21.00 2116 N. 7th, K. C. K.-5 room bun-galow. $10.00 1919 Virginia - 5 rooms; water and gas $15.00 1826 Madison - 4 rooms. $12.00 96th and 10th floors - acres of ground; 3-4 room cottage. $12.00 2124 Highland - 2 room cottage. $8.00 1422 Michigan—4-room cottage; $1,800; $150 down, $14 month. 1915 Michigan—7-room modern 2-story frame; $2,700; $200 down; $20 month. 2430 Garfield—4-room cottage; water and toilet and electric lights in house; corner lot. Price $1,350; $150 down; $12 month. 2004 East 11th—7-room strictly modern, pressed brick, slate roof, hardwood floors. Price $4,250; $500 down. Persons renting or buying from us will be given preference on all employment in our employment department. AFRO-AMERICAN INVESTMENT & EMPLOYMENT Co 911 McGee St. Main 7555 Home. Main 751 Bell. THE UNVEILING OF THE EASON MONUMENT. Mrs. A. E. Jenkins has been successful in obtaining money to buy a marker to be placed on the grave of Samuel Eason. Decoration day at 3:00 p. m., Monday afternoon. Mr. Eason was the founder of both the Old Folks and Orphans Home and spent his life in working for these two institutions, dying without a dollar. Kansas City owes him a debt of gratitude, as few indeed are there who have done so much for charity. The following clubs and persons contributed: Barker Monument Co., $15; Progress Study Club, $15; Kensington Art Club, $5; Athenaeum Art Club, $5; Graeco Art Club, $5; XX History and Art Club, $5; Clio Art Club, $2; Oak Leaf Art Club, $2; Lyceum Art Club, $2.50; Phyllis Wheatley Art Club, $1; Mr. Wm. Garrett, $2; Dr. Theo. Smith, $1; Prof. J. E. Herrford, $.25. The program will be: "Blest Be the Tie that Binds," Invocation, Dr. W. H. Thomas; "Nearer my God to Thee"; Address—Rev. S. W. Bacote; Asleep in Jesus; Decorating the grave by the clubs. Unvelling by Mrs. Clara Knox and Mrs. Fitzpatrick, closing remarks by Rev. Davis. The public is asked to bring flowers. AUTOMOBILE PARTY. An automobile party will be given over Kansas City's beautiful driveways for fifty cents round trip Sunday, May 23d, leaving 17th and Paseo, 4:30 to 6:30 for the benefit of the Girl's Home by England, a contestant of the Women's League in the "War of the Allies against Germany." The following owners of automobiles have kindly donated us their cars for this occasion: Messrs. Hubble, Black, Gleed and Jones, Overland people, Watkins Bros., Davis, Jackson, Weaver, Stewart & Smith, McCampbell, Thompson, Uthank, Fletcher, Phenix, Williams Brookins and Westmoreland. MOBERLY, MISSOURI. A large attendance attended the services at Pilgrim Rest Baptist church. Collection for the day, $22..Mrs. Letha Smith and Mrs. S. T. Pettigrew, of Huntsville, Mo., spent a few hours in our city.....Mrs. Arch Evans is on the sick list.....The baccalaureate sermon was held at Hartley Chapel M. E. church Sunday at 2:30 p. m. Rev. Avant delivered a noble sermon assisted by Rev. J. K. Ponder. A reception was given by Prof. L. B. Quinn at his residence on Forest avenue Monday evening, May 17 in honor of the faculty students of room 4 and the graduates. All departed at a late hour declaring themselves royally entertained. ROSEDALE KANSAS Mrs. Amelia Shelby 3905 Lloyd avenue is home again after undergoing a successful operation Monday at St. Mary's hospital....Mrs. Clara Anderson passed away Sunday at her home in South Park, Kansas. Besides her husband she is survived by three sons and one daughter. The funeral services were held from the Shiloh Baptist church of which the deceased had been a faithful member for many years....Clifford, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Maddux, who has been quite ill is now convalescing....Mrs. Josie Kennar, 2404 Highland avenue, Kansas City, Mo. was hostess at a luncheon given for the Pleasant Valley Mission Circle at her residence Monday May 10th....Harry Ellison died at his home Saturday. Besides his wife he is survived by his parents and three brothers....Miss Rosa Morton who has been seriously ill is now convalescing....Mrs. J. H. Thornton, 3909 Lloyd avenue, entertained the You Should Use Madam P. M. Dabne XXTH CENTURY HAIR PREPARATION And Have Good Hair Mme. P. M. Dabney's XXth Century Hair Grower Madam P. M. Dabney's XXth Century Hair Grower promotes a beautiful growth of hair, stops falling out and breaking of hair, removes dandruff and relieves itching of scalp. It will make YOUR hair grow. For woman, man or child. PRICE 50c. PER JAR Mme. P. M. 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On Monday night the annual oratorical contest was held, four members of the college department participating. Miss Aurora Smith of Sedalia won the prize, a gold medal. On Tuesday the Domestic Science and Art Departments gave an exhibit of their work, and at night there was a recital by the music department. On Wednesday afternoon President and Mrs. Evans, assisted by the faculty, tendered a reception to the visitors, alumni and students, which was largely attended, and at night the commencement exercises proper took place. The prizes were distributed for excellence in oratory, house-keeping and needle work. WANTED: SEVERAL WIDE AWAKE Colored Agents. Liberal commission. A postal brings information. The Patrick-Lee Realty Co., 2743 Welton St., Denver, Colo. Dept. K. all to War! 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