Kansas City Sun

Saturday, April 27, 1918

Kansas City, Missouri

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PHIL WATERS KILLED The Kansas City Sun the disastrous move in this girl's life. This splendid organization and the action, entitled "The Spirit of 1918." nual entertainment of this now fam. R. B. Lee, and it is confidently ex stirring spectacle this year. All we know is that it happened. 500 students of the school will be seen Last year 8,000 highly pleased patrons, ous high school, which has made suchpected that 10,000 persons will be present the night of May 10 to witness this Those who really cared could see it in a brilliant pageant full of life and parents and friends witnessed the an-wonderful progress under Principal J. coming but could not save. One morning, Mrs. Blank hurried into the dining room where her husband was awaiting breakfast and throwing herself into his arms, sobbed out. "John, our "Baby" didn't come home at all last night. Oh what shall I do? Remember, we are not telling a detailed story. Just facts, though largely by inference. Therefore, the reader easily grasps the meaning of this tragic scene and knows the out-cry, which too true, has rung down the accruing centuries of this world experience. Today it rings in thousands of homes. That first night away from home in disregard of parental injunction has been the knell of pain to thousands of girls. "Mary," here, then, is a type, not an individual. One Year Later. In one of the slum districts I saw a figure moving along the street in a half halting fashion as the aflemm usually discover and those who are waiting for something to "turn up." The form was not bent, but jaded. The hair lay sluggishly and stringy in coarse inapt folds. The face showed unusual signs of bloatness as from the immediate effect or swift aftermaths of excesses strewn on with the listless and indifferent hand. Although she presented a coarse sight, there were plenty artful reminders about this person to suggest that she was something—once. The "reminders" seem to speak in the negative. That is, one was impressed with a sense of departed glory, wasted vivacity, and the absence of that spring of life which sustains the moral, giving the real the living and that which is right with God. But she moves on shortly. As she A PROTEST AGAINST BULLETIN No. 35 To The Secretary of the War Department, Washington, D. C.: the ruling and decision in the or soldier, must swallow dis- and do humbly, yet strenuously, to change any such ruling or de- a man's moral or legal right of privilege. I further protest be- in principle, unjust in operation un-American in suggestion. I desire to protest against the ruling and decision in the case wherein a Colored officer, or soldier, must swallow discrimination without protest, and do humbly, yet strenuously, petition the War Department to change any such ruling or decision which is not based upon a man's moral or legal right of action, use or enjoyment of a privilege. I further protest because such a decision is vicious in principle, unjust in operation in any army of democracy, and un-American in suggestion. P. S.—Cut out, fill in, and mail. goes I count seven men who accost her and engage her in coarse and vulgar repartee. Creatures I know to be pimps, whoremongers, gamblers and cut throats. I asked one of these, "Who is the lady?" Says he, "Why don't you know her?" "Why she used to be a "big to do" here not more If you want a real live up-to-the-minute Negro Newspaper that gives ALL the News in which colored people are interested, subscribe for the SUN. Bell Phone East 999 and 2789 VOLUME X. NUMBER 35. By Chas. A. Starks. (A short story in two parts, treating the causes which lead to vice conditions and the "safe guards which preserve and save our girls from such a fate.) (Continued from our last issue.) Though christened "Mary," "That Other Woman" was the name by which she was known, like her Biblical counterpart who walked and carried the burden of oblique and scorn and out of whom the Science of Truth did cast "Seven Devils." All Glory to this Divine power which masters the strongholds of so called evil, casting out, purifying and adjusting to the Fine law of Harmony. Mary! and beautiful she was. Her face looked as though some partial and highly exquisite mould had formed the singular cast. Complexion as the sun-kissed corn or half burnished gold. Her eyes, black and glorious, shone radiantly with fun and mischief in every twinkle. Her black hair, not the boasted Angio-Saxon variety, stood out and fell back primitively to the graceful shoulders, making a wonderful background to her sun-lit countenance. The mouth, though happy, seemed to pucker up with pouts as well as smiles. As she walked one could see the sculptored hints of her form which responded lithely to a vivacious nature. Whatever may be said in panegyric words of the women or other races, we are satisfied in saying that here was a Poem in Brown! Too bad; Too bad to be compelled to spold the above picture. The writer feels guilty of some sacrilege of Art or beauty. But truth, thank God! has a greater, claim upon his muse. To those readers who are content to see beauty happified with virtue's simplicity should stop at the first picture. Go no further. For we shall discover beauty when coupled with the foolish. And so this girl, in her home, was an idol. And like all true "idols" she responded poorly to the desires of her worshippers. And what the "Idol" wanted herself, she demanded imperiously. When timid censure came from parental uqarters which essayed to admonish little infractions committed by the worshipped one. She pouted, overruled and had her way. Still there was a charm about her. Young men seemed to rave over her and for each of these she had a smile. "My! but it is fun to see them scrabble over me," she often said to herself. But chaperoning she despised. She had sense enough to take care of herself. She would choose her own company. She didn't like for her brother to go along with her, for he was continually raising some question of propriety. The girl across the street went out when she pleased and with whom she pleased. Why shouldn't she? They should stop nagging her! Thus the "Idol" waxed in strength of privilege and grew even more beautiful. In a great city where humanity gathers in colossal herds, who can trace the currant of thought or action surging through this density and vastness? We meet, look and by some wave of the hand or turn of head we have conveyed the subtle something that may, who knows, turn the world upside down? So ask me not when started the disastrous move in this girl's life. All we know is that it happened. Those who really cared could see it BAND AND ORCHESTRA KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI, SATURDAY, APRIL 27, 1918. LINCOLN HIGH SCHOOL CADET CORPS AND THEIR FAMOUS REGIMENTAL BAND. than a year ago. That's Miss Blank, used to be a good looking gal, but she's blowed up now." Strange feelings creep over me, I recognize the once idol of a beautiful home. Wrath, disgust and pity wring my soul in turns. One year ago this thing was in the glory and flower of young womanhood—a peer in our best social circles—protected by the respectability of that home she grew to despise. She who overruled the restraints of those safe guards of society went down even like the lamentable "Titanic," only reaching more embittered depths than the sea. Look at our boasted "Poem in Brown"—Now! Oh muse, sing me a song of the heart distressed; a soul broken upon the wheels of desolation; bowed down with the sorrow of its own sin; the suffering of its own folly; the depths of its own mis-judgment, tested by the thoughtless plunge into the forbidden and unknown. And yet there is reality down there, but how grim! I seem now to see the victim lying flatly on the cold floors of error, raised on one elbow, staring painfully into the awakening that is too cruelly real. Alas, too late! The time of recall is past. If there is repentance it must prove the hand maid of reform, ere full Redemption comes. Till then there is nothing left but far off hope, dimly 'mid the obscuring shadows of gloom. The 25th Infantry The Sun is in receipt of a letter from Mrs. George W. Prioleau, wife of the distinguished chaplain of the 25th Infantry, Major George W. Prioleau, containing programs to the series of recent entertainments given by the officers and members of the regiments located at Schoffield Barracks, Honolulu, beginning with an impressive program rendered Good Friday and continuing through Easter with a benefit dance and entertainment on the evening of March 26. Mrs. Prioleau also sends a copy of the patriotic and war songs compiled and sung by the men of the 25th Infantry, which includes such stirring hymns as "The Star Spangled Banner," "Onward, Christian Soldiers," "Over There," "Goodby, Broadway; Hello, France," "For the Freedom of the World," "Canning the Kaiser," "Smoke Yankees," "Marching Through Europe," and an original composition to the air of "Onward; Christian Soldiers" composed by Mrs. Prioleau. The following from the columns of the Honolulu Star-Bulletin of April 5 speaks for itself: "On Tuesday evening in the post gymnasium a large dance was given for the men of the Merry Matrons' Club of the 25th Infantry, the proceeds of which were for the benefit of the Red Cross and the tobacco fund. This club, under the leadership of their chaplain's wife, composed of the wives of the non-compassioned officers, has been very successful in giving benefit entertainments. The hall was artistically decorated with flags for the occasion. Colonel Earl C. Carnahan and Mrs. George W. Prioleau led the dance. A splendid dance program was furnished by the 25th Infantry Regimental Band. During the evening, sandwiches, punch and programs were sold by the members of the club, netting $200. Many compliments are due to the members of this club upon their success." REV. D. NORFLEET. The pastor of the Tabernacle Baptist church, Armstrong will conduct a ten days' meeting for Rev. A. Moore 19th and Highland Ave., Kansas City, Mo. Come and hear him and be electrified. All are invited to attend. CONSERVATION LUNCHON The Steering Committee of Lincoln High School, composed of about 40 of the race's most aggressive and prominent members, were tendered a delightful luncheon at the school Thursday evening by the girls of the Senior Class under the supervision of that queen of domestic science, Mrs. Sarah P. Goss, and her charming assistant. A very toothsome menu was served in faultless style by the young ladies and after a brief outline of the work undertaken during the year, Principal Lee in a pleasing manner introduced the following gentlemen who made short addresses: Hon. W. C. Hueston, Prof. J. Slas Harris, Chas. H. Harris, T. B. Watkins, Geo. W. K. Love, Dr. H. M. Smith, Dr. L. E. Bailer, Dr. T. C. Unthank, Prof. J. Dallas Bowser and Nelson C. Crews, while Hon. C. H. Calloway conveyed in a fitting manner to the young ladies of the class the compliments of the committee on the splendid service. A reception committee headed by Dr. J. E. Dibble was appointed to meet Hon. E. J. Scott on his arrival here May 4 and arrangements were concluded for a huge banquet for him. Program for the visit of HON. EMMETT J. SCOTT Special Assistant to the Secretary of War ON HIS VISIT TO KANSAS CITY, MAY 4 AND Under the Direction of the Lincoln High School Steering With the Association of the Civic League of Kansas City, Missouri and the Secretary of War SAS CITY, MAY 4 AND 5 in High School Steering Committee of the Civic League of Y, Missouri ON HIS VISIT TO KANSAS CITY, MAY 4 AND 5 Under the Direction of the Lincoln High School Steering Committee With the Association of the Civic League of Kansas City, Missouri and The Civic League of Kansas City, Kansas. PROGRAM. Saturday Evening, May 4, 8:00 O'clock: Banquet of 100 or more of the leading men of the two Kansas Citys. ($1.00 a plate). Under direction of the Domestic Science Department of Lincoln High School. Sunday, May 5, 12 M. to 12:30 P. M.: Allen Chapel, Tenth and Charlotte Streets. Dr. W. H. Thomas, Pastor. Second Baptist Church, Tenth and Charlotte Streets, from 12:30 to 1:00 P. M. Dr. S. W. Bacote, Pastor. GRAM. Block: the leading men of the two Kansas direction of the Domestic Science school. 1: Charlotte Streets. Dr. W. H. Thomas, and Charlotte Streets, from 12:30 Pastor. Sun Office. Line of Automobiles, School Cadet Band and Cadet Organi- or N. Clark Smith, and by the Kan- under the direction of Major D. A. City Sun Office on 18th Street to to the Lincoln High School. Mass 30: S City, Kansas, 8th and Nebraska, Metropolitan Baptist Temple, 9th and rd, in uniform. Rev. D. A. Holmes, Master. Saturday Evening, May 4, 8:00 O'clock: Banquet of 100 or more of the leading men of the two Kansas Citys. ($1.00 a plate). Under direction of the Domestic Science Department of Lincoln High School. Sunday, May 5, 12 M. to 12:30 P. M.: Allen Chapel, Tenth and Charlotte Streets. Dr. W. H. Thomas, Pastor. Second Baptist Church, Tenth and Charlotte Streets, from 12:30 Assemble at the Kansas City Sun Office. Line of A headed by the Lincoln High School Cadet Band and Caz ation, under direction of Major N. Clark Smith, and B sas City, Kansas, State Guards, under the direction of Holmes. March from Kansas City Sun Office on 18t Tracy Avenue, thence south to the Lincoln High Sch Meeting address by Mr. Scott. Sunday Evening, May 5, 8:00 to 8:30: First A. M. E. Church, Kansas City, Kansas, 8th and Rev. J. F. Griffin, Pastor. From 8:30 to 9:00 at the Metropolitan Baptist Temp Washington. Negro State Guard, in uniform. Rev. D. Major. Rev. D. A. Holmes, Pastor. Assemble at the Kansas City City Sun Office. Line of Automobiles, headed by the Lincoln High School Cadet Band and Cadet Organization, under direction of Major N. Clark Smith, and by the Kansas City, Kansas, State Guards, under the direction of Major D. A. Holmes. March from Kansas City Sun Office on 18th Street to Tracy Avenue, thence south to the Lincoln High School. Mass Meeting address by Mr. Scott. Sunday Evening, May 5, 8:00 to 8:30: First A. M. E. Church, Kansas City, Kansas, 8th and Nebraska, Rev. J. F. Griffin, Pastor. From 8:30 to 9:00 at the Metropolitan Baptist Temple, 9th and Washington. Negro State Guard, in uniform. Rev. D. A. Holmes, Major. Rev. D. A. Holmes, Pastor. Waters was the first notary public of color to be appointed in the state and was several times clerk of the committee on finance and taxation on one or the other side of the legislature. He was active in politics from boyhood, and attended, always in an official capacity, every Republican National Convention since that of 1892. He had attended also every state convention of his party since that year, serving as reading clerk, in which capacity he had few equals. His circle of acquaintances and friends was unusually large. From these, Colored as well as white all over the country, telegrams of condolence are pouring into the city to the bereaved family, the immediate members of which are the widow, daughter, father, mother and two brothers. SATURDAY ONE MEAL WHEATLESS USE NO BREAD CRACKERS. FASTY OR BREAKFAST FOODS CONTAINING WHEAT SUNDAY ONE MEAL WHEATLESS USE NO BREAD CRACKERS. FASTY OR BREAKFAST FOODS CONTAINING WHEAT ```markdown ``` PROGRAM. Sunday, May 5, at 3:00 P. M.; Charleston, W. Va., April 23.—Sucumbing to injuries received when he fell from a third-story window of his apartments to the sidewalk below, Saturday night, Phil Waters, age 47, for fifteen years assistant clerk of the supreme court of appeals, died last night at a local hospital. Philip Henry Waters, born at Leesburg, Va., August 22, 1870, was the best known man of his race in West Virginia and one of the best known in the country. He held public position continuously since his appointment to a clerkship in 1897. Prior to that time he had served as librarian of the house of delegates. He was a graduate of the University of Michigan, from which he received the degree of bachelor of laws in 1895. He was also a graduate of Morgan College and previously a student at UNITED STATES OF AMERICA USE NO BREAK CRAKERS, PASTY OR BREAKFAST FOODS CONTAINING WHEAT Howard. J. C. GILMER. We have many calls each week for houses and rooms of all descriptions. Why not advertise what you have to rent or sell in thispaper which reaches all the colored people in greater Kansas City? PRICE. 5c. PAID IN FULL The following Public Spirited Citizens have Completed their Subscriptions to the Wheatley-Provident Hospital. The manner in which the subscribers to the Wheatley-Provident Hospital Fund are paying their pledges is extremely gratifying and not only have a great many paid in full but hundreds have paid a large percentage of their pledges and doubtless a very large list will be added to the PAID IN FULL COLUMNS at the beginning of the fourth and last call for payments. Since our publication last week the following persons have paid in full the amounts herein designated: 50.00 Dr. J. F. Shannen. $25.00 Dr. E. H. Skinner, Dr. L. L. Shelton. $10.00 Mr. Jacob Hesserick, Mr. G. A. Page. Miss Agnes O. Clark. $5.00—James H. Crews, James H. Lee, Mrs. Susan C. Pitts, Mr. and Mrs. John S. Patrick, John A. Carroll, Dr. D. A. Ellet, S. H. Harvey. $4.00—J. H. Claybourne. $2.50—Gus Fowler. $2.00—Mrs. Carrie Preston. $1.00—Miss Edith A. Williams. The Hospital Board held a very earnest and enthusiastic meeting at the "Y" last Wednesday night, plans and arrangements were made for the rapid completion of the building and a committee composed of Mesdames Fox, Young, Gardner, Nicks and Crosthwait was appointed to see the Federation of Women's Clubs as well as the various fraternal organizations of the city about furnishing different rooms in the building and a special committee with Prof. Herriford as chairman was named to audit the accounts and report at a meeting next Wednesday night the financial standing of the organization. MOTHERS, LISTEN! Please allow me space to express my heartfelt appreciation to Mr. Joe E. Herriford, Sr., for that most excellent article concerning our girls. I believe that I voice the sentiment of every right thinking mother when I say that that article alone was worth a year's subscription. Mr. Herriford, with many others, knows more about the doings and misdoings of our children than we, because they are with them ten months out of twelve and see and hear things that we never know. The great mistake that we have always made is not uniting ourselves for the uplift of our people from a moral standpoint instead of gossiping all the slander we hear. Another point I would like to add, that is about parties given by our children between the ages of twelve and seventeen; boys and girls out until 11 o'clock at night with no protection whatever. If they must give these parties, why not between 2 and 9 o'clock? We must awake to the duty of saving our boys and girls. When we save a boy we have saved somebody's girl. The time has come and it is going to take the entire force of parents, teachers and preachers to save our children. We must stop so much gossip and slander and get right and live right if we would save our children. Think of what our blessed Savior said, "He that is without sin cast the first stone." Let us thank and encourage this man who thinks and can put his thoughts into words. A MOTHER OF SIX. Mrs. Joseph H. Richardson, 1216 Woodland Ave., Kansas City, Mo. FOR RENT—THE SUN DESIRES TO CALL ATTENTION OF ENTER-PRISING business men and women of the race desiring a first class and up-to-date location in Kansas City, Mo., to the large, airy, modern storeroom in the Masonic Temple at 18th and Woodland avenue, where thousands of people of the race pass every day and night in the year. It is being newly painted and decorated bwy the Board of Managers and can be rented by responsible persons at a very low rental. If you have a business worth while, or contemplate going in business to make a success, consider this splendid location and seize it at once. From Our Foreign Correspondents A. F. and A. M. Mo. Jurisdiction A. F. and A. M. Mo. Jurisdiction W. W. Fields, Cameron, Mo., Grand Master. C. C. Clark, St. Louis, Mo., Dep. Grand Master. Ernest Boone, Louisiana, Mo., Senior Grand Warden. I. H. Bradbury, St. Louis, Mo. Junior. Grand Warden. H. H. Walker, St. Joseph, Mo., Grand Treasurer. Geo. W. K. Love, Kansas City, Grand Secretary. Nelson C. Crews, Kansas City, Rei lief Secretary. E. G. Lacey, Kansas City, G. L. 1st District. E. J. Cooper, Mexico, Mo., G. L. 2nd District. OFFICERS OF GRAND CHAPTER R. A. M. Missouri and Jurisdiction, 1917-18. T. G. McCampbell, G. H. P., Quin daro, Kans. J. P. Moffett, G. King, Sedalia, Mo. S. A. May, G. Scribe, St. Louis, Mo. Chas. Griggsby, G. Treas., Liberty, Mo. E. S. Baker, G. Secretary, Kansas City, Mo. OFFICERS OF GRAND COMMAND ERY, K. T. W. G. Mosely, R. E. G. C., Kansas City, Mo. J. W. Beard, V. E. G. C., St. Louis, Mo. G W. Lewis, E. G. G., St. Louis, Mo. C. Brassfield, E. G., Captain General, Kansas City, Mo. W. A. Ashley, E. G. P., St. Louis, Mo. George A. Johnson, E. G. S. W., Kansas City, Mo. Benjamin F. Graves, E. G. J. W., St. Joseph, Mo. Lodge Directory G MASONRY Rone Lodge No. 25, F. F. and A. M. meets the 1st and 3rd Monday in each month. All Master Masons in good standing welcome. Emmett Spruell, W. M.; C. H. Countee, See'y. G and A. M., Liberty, Mo., meets the 2nd and 4th Saturday nights in each month. William Parker, W. M.; Nelson Wallar, Sec'y. St. Stephens Chapter. No. 37, Royal Manors, Liberty, Mo. Meets first Tuesday in each month. W. H. Robinson, H. P. Wm. Capps, Recorder. ```markdown ``` St. Matthew Commandery No. 17, Liberty, M., meets the third Saturday night William Cappa, H. C.; W. H. Robinson, Rec. Se'dy. HOC IN PUNCHED E. A. Walker Lodge No 257, U. B. F., meets the 2nd and 4th Fridays of the month at 1403 Michigan Ave. on Friday, June 11, 2016, 210 E. 16th St. W. W. Watkins, Sec. 1629 Virginia. E. A. Walker Lodge No. 257, U. B. F., meets the 2nd and 4th Fridays of the month at 1403 Michigan Ave. E. R. Robertson, W. M., 1210 E. 16th St. W. W. Watkins Sec., 1629 Virginia. MASONIC BUILDING ASSOCIATION T. G. McCampbell, President. E. B. Thompson, Vice President. W. H. Washington, Treasurer. S. H. P. Edwards, Secretary. Board of Directors: Board of Directors: N. W. Jordan. S. Myers, W. H. Brown. E. S. Baker, W. R. Patterson.R. V. Adkins, B. R. Francis. Richard Harris Geo Johnson. R. Fulbright. Meets second and fourth Tuesday. Meets second and fourth Tuesday in each month. CHURCH DIRECTORY. LATHROP, MISSOURI. Mrs. W. D. Lewis entertained with a dinner Thursday.....Mr. E. A. Weston will make his future home with his daughter, Mrs. Kate Miller.....Mrs. John Slaughter is improving.....The Second Christian Church rendered a splendid program Sunday.....The B. B. S. C. will meet at the residence of Mrs. Kate Miller Thursday.....Mr. Herman Randolph went to Kansas City Saturday.....Mrs. Fannie Weston, who is at St. Joseph, wrote that her condition is much improved..... Mrs. Beulah Barnett is sick.....Miss Naomi Orear visited her sister, Miss Agatha, who is teaching at Shannondale, Mo.....Mr. Alves Scott of Cameron is visiting his daughter, Mrs. Mary Boggoss. SAVANNAH. MISSOURI We were visited with a heavy snowstorm Saturday. We hope that the fruit will not be hurt....Rev. William Jackson filled the pulpit for Rev. S. E. Maloney Sunday at Ebenezer church in St. Joseph....Mr. James Wilson is indisposed this week....Mr. Robert Till is on the sick list....Quite an epidemic of measles is in our school Hester Gray fell a victim last week. Mrs. Hannah Burris and Miss Rosetta Lewis are visiting in Gallatin, Mo. with Mrs. Burris's son, Mr. Robert Ramsey....Miss Ettie Powell was in St. Joseph Friday....Mr. Kirby Williams was in Savannah Thursday night....Mr. Lewis Powell of St. Joseph was in Savannah Tuesday....Mrs. Bell Jones and family have moved to Wayne, Neb....Mrs. Pansy Saunders and son spent Saturday with her grandmother, Mrs. Sarah Wagner....The Charity Club had a very pleasant meeting with Rev. and Mrs. William Ackson Thursday. The club will meet with Mrs. J. D. Powell Thursday day. LINCOLN. NEBR. Mrs. L. J. Gordon and daughter, Miss Inez, of Beatrice, were guests at the home of Mr. and Mrs. O. J. Burckhardt this week.....James W. Bush died Sunday noon at his home, 2000 L street, after several weeks of illness. Bush was a pioneer of Lincoln, veteran of the Civil War and veteran employee of the B. & M. Ry. Co. and leaves a wife, daughter, cousin and friends to mourn his loss. The funeral was held at the home Tuesday afternoon and was preached by Rev. A. W. Talbot. Relatives and friends were in attendance...Mother Manley returned home from York, Neb., Monday...Mother E. A. West is confined to her bed with illness...A. C. Stanley has purchased a home on Plum street...Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Robin son were in the city a few days er route to their home in Cheyenne Wyo. Charlie formerly lived here.... A party of young folks entertained Miss Gordon of Beatrice at the home of Mr. and Mrs. C. Haynes Monday night....Rev. R. R. Powers of E Reno, Okla., has accepted the call of Mt. Zion Baptist Church and will be here about the first Sunday in May.... Mrs. A. L. Williams returned home last Thursday after a pleasant visit with parents at St. Joseph, Mo.... Messrs. Geo. Curtis and Oscar Curtis of Cherry county attended the funeral of Mr. J. W. Bush here Tuesday.... Mrs. Belt Hawkins has greatly imp proved from a stroke of paralysis which she had some time past.... Lebanon lodge raised nine men at their meeting Tuesday and a whooping fine time was had. MARYVILLE, MISSOURI Mr. Louis White and Mr. Horley Page made a business trip to St. Joe Saturday. Mrs. Ida Fields is very much improved at this writing. Rev. Davis of St. Joe held meting Sunday at Mount Zion Baptist church. The Senior Class had a social at the school Monday night which was a success. Mrs. William Palmer received a card from her son, Eugene, Schoolen, who is now in France. He stated that he was well and receiving fine treatment and liked the army life fine. Mr. A. Gunn and Miss Senora White were quietly married at he residence of her sister, Mr. Frank Boyd, Monday night. We wish for them much happiness. Miss Pauline Palmer, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Palmer, came home from Lincoln Institute after a very successful year. Miss Palmer is an excellent example of young womanhood and she is setting examples that should be followed by the young women today in this community. Arthur Smith, Ned Holmes and A. Gunn were called for service and will leave Monday on the Burlington. Mrs. James Malcome gave a rally at the Masonic Hall Sunday for the benefit of the Baptist Church. Mrs. B. F. Smart is able to be up again. Mr. and Mrs. James Palmer went to Kansas City to meet their daughter and accompany her home. Mrs. E. H. Page is on the sick list this week. Mrs. Gunn and Mrs. Anderson entertained with a 6 o'clock luncheon complimentary to the boys that leave for camp. A dainty two course luncheon was served. Those present were Mr. D. Carriger, Miss Laura Williams, Mr. and Mrs. F. Boyd, Mr. and Mrs. A Gunn, Mrs. Onie Gunn, Prof. and Mrs. Ernest O. Boone, Jr., and son, Mr. Anderson. The color scheme was red/ white THE KANSAS CITY SUN, SATURDAY, APRIL 27, 1918 and blue and the house was beautifully decorated with flags. There was a small flag at each place. HELENA, MONTANA. "We confess our faults, in order to insinuate that we have no great ones." ...Mrs. Laura Meek of White Sulphur Springs having spent the winter with Mrs. William Mason, left for her home last week. Mrs. Meek has a host of friends in Helena who are at all times ready and glad to welcome her return to our city...George M. Lee Sr., expert masseur of Boulder Hot Springs, made a flying trip to the city last week visiting his family...William C. Irvin, Steward of the Elks Club, who was down with la gripe, has recovered...Rev. Frank Peterson, of Minneapolis, Minn., District secretary of the American Baptist Home and Foreign Missionary Society preached at Ebenezer church last Sunday. Subject: "Endure hardness as a good soldier for Jesus."NNJ. A. Calender is home from St. Paul and is again on his old run...The Pleasant Hour Social Club met with Mrs. K. C. Smith, on Madison Ave. last week. ...William Mason, night watchman at the federal building, was on the sick list last week...Mesdames Julian Anderson, J. M. Welsh and Andrew Green, the committee having in charge the work of painting the lecture room of St. James A. M. E. church preparatory for the meeting of the Puget Sound Annual Conference which will be the guest of St. James this year, gave a luncheon in Cruse Hall last week which netted them about sixty dollars...Love feast was held on the 19th at St. James, followed by preaching on Sunday both morning and evening, by Rev. George F. Martin, pastor. Rev. Martin also administered the Lord's supper. Tuesday evening, the 23rd, Rev. C. N. Douglas, P. E., held quarterly conference, and the reports from the heads of the departments and auxiliaries indicated a prosperous quarter...Claude H. Polk and Charles H. Harrell, brothers-in-law, held a wrestling match with la gripe last week. It was about to get a strangle hold on Claude, and a half-nelson on Charles which frightened them so they decided to call the match off. They are again on the street receiving the glad han dof the boys...Ohe Busy Beet Thursday afternoon with Mrs. H. J. Baker...The Women's Mite Missionary society met last Sunday evening before church services and listened to a short program. ROSEDALE, KANS Mr. William Henderson is ill at his residence.....Mrs. Walter Henderson is able to be out, after being indisposed for the past week.....Sunday will be Communion Day at the Pleasant Hill Baptist church. In the afternoon Convenant meeting will be held.....Mr Monroe Bibbs has returned to his home in Centerville, Kans., after a pleasant visit with his brother, Mr. Thomas Bibbs and Mrs. Bibbs....The many friends of Mr. J. W. Thornton are glad to see him out again after his illness.....Mr. Wm. Maxey passed away suddenly in South Park, Kans., last week. He is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Robert Lambat, the wife of one of our physicians; Mrs. Mills, two brothers and other relatives....Ohe Thanksgiving service held at by the Pleasant Valley Mission Circle at the Pleasant Valley Baptist Church Sunday was a great success. The sermon was delivered by Rev. J. R. Williams and was very good. We were glad to have the president of the W. H. F. M. of the Kaw Valley District Association with us in the person of Mrs. Della Dixon, who gave a splendid talk on Mission work, both home and foreign, which was very encouraging. The program as a whole was very well rendered by the friends and members. The offering amounted to over $12.00. We regretted very much that our President, Mrs. Carrie Henderson, was unable to be with us on account of illness, but were pleased to have our vice president, Mrs. Addie Williams, who made some timely remarks....The Pleasant Valley Mission Circle met at the residence of Mrs. Thomas Bibbs Monday afternoon. A splendid meeting was held and a large sum was realized from the sale of articles and other sources. At the close of the business a dainty luncheon was served by the hostess. EXCELSIOR SPRINGS, MISSOURI. If variety is the spice of life, then our visitors have had no cause to complain of monotony during the past few days, as nature has bestowed upon us all kinds of weather, from the snow and icy blasts of December to the sunshine and balmy breezes of May... Among those who have been accommodated in the commodious and comfortable Albany Hotel, the Excelsior Negro hostelry of this, nature's picturesque resort of health, several states have been represented. Some of them are: New York, by Miss Emma De Laude; Nebraska, by Mesdames Bertie Treuhart, Lillian B. Emerson, Maggie Brown, all of Omaha, and last but not least, "just plain Bobbie" Robinson, while while here has mastered the art of driving a Ford and has since been in constant demand as chauffeur to the lady guests; Kansas, by Mr. and Mrs. Fred Greene of Leavenworth, Mr. and Mrs J. B. Early, Mrs. Effie Porter and Mr. Albert Smith of Kansas City and Mr. William Bettis of Wichita, secretary of the "Capper for Sen ator League" of Kansas; Missouri, by the Hon. Fred W. Dabney; Mrs. Pearl M. Dabney, president of the State Federation of Colored Women's Clubs; Mrs. J. H. Williams, wife of the Grand Master of the U. B. F.'s, and daughters; Mrs. P. W. Whitworth, Mr. Henry Turner, Dr. G. W. Brown, Mr. Thomas H. Black, Mrs. William J. Thompson...As a fitting climax to a week of interest and entertainment, the guests are looking forward to the concert to be given here Saturday evening by the genial Blind Boone and his company. SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH By Mrs. Anna McMillan By Mrs. Anna McMillan. Mr. and Mrs. Ed Hatfield entertained at a pretty arranged dinner Thursday, April 4 at their home on East Broadway, in honor of Mr. and Mrs. Mauzie Campbell of Chicago, now traveling with "Old Kys" Co. The table was centered with a spring-like combination of Hyacinth and Jonquils. The guest included Mr. and Mrs. Charles Johnson, Mr. and Mrs. Douglas McMillan, Mr. Dave Smith, Mr. and Mrs. Will Roundtree and Mr. Whitney Viney. The dinner was followed with a theatre party at the "Salt Lake"...Chas. Wickliff of 8216 East had the sad misfortune of getting a badly crushed arm with the loss of one finger at his work in the D. R. G. shops last Wednesday....Mrs. Carter and mother of Pocatella, Idaho, formerly of Salt Lake are here on a shopping tour and seeing old friends as well...Successful in every detail which Booker T. Washington's War Saving Stamp Society gave a Patriotic program, first anniversary of the declaration of war against Germany by U. S. A. April 6th at A. M. E. church, Opening address, Rev. G. W. Harts, Liberty; G. C. Conn, Music, Marie Vena...."Progress" Clay written and directed by C. J. Winston B. A., produced by Mr. and Mrs. J. T. Moreland Scenes 1, 2 and 3. Yes, today; tomorrow. Mother ..... Anna McMillan Father ..... Everett McMillan Daughter ..... Margaret Frazier Sweet Heart ..... Henry Pearman Postman ..... Sherman Brown Minister ..... Gerone Reed Doctor ..... Gerone Reed Red Cross Nurse ..... Isabell Ellis Wounded Soldier ..... Owen Jones Statue of Liberty ..... Mable Murphy Uncle Sam ..... Thomas Gibson PATR WHEAT PATRIOTS PATRIOTS "So Long Mother" by Buckley S. Kinner. Mr. J. T. Moreland is "The Man of the Hour." His watch word is "Patriotism" and is certainly doing his bit to stimulate interest here in The War Work and Third Liberty Loan...Much credit is also due Mr. Winston in his work as a play writer of te nyear experience. He is good and here attending S. L. University. His home is in Boston, Mass...Mr. Chas. Johnson and Mrs. Douglas McMillan entertained twelve guests at a beautifully appointed dinner Saturday evening at the Farmers Home Second East in honor of Mr. and Mrs. Murzie Campbell. The evening was spent in cards and amusing memories of their past events...Mr. and Mrs. Mauzie Campbell, Mr. Dave Smith and Mr. Whitney Vine, during their stay in Salt Lake with "Old Ky" Co. have been the recipients of a great deal of Social attention...Mr. and Mrs. Doc Howe are the proud parents of a 10 pound baby girl. Mother and baby are doing nicely under the efficient care of Pearl J. Nance, trained nurse—One funeral of Mr. C. B. Murphy was held from the A. M. E. Church Tuesday afternoon. Rev. D. A. Jones conducted the service. Mr. Frank A. Neal, head waiter at Hotel Utah for the past seven years has left for Kansas City. His stay CAST will be indefinite, as wife and brighter prospects are awaiting Mr. Neal. Morning Miss Lucinda. Lord child I ain't seen you nigh on to a month; where have you been? Thought as how, maybe you was sick. No Miss Liza I has jest been worried so. You know, my old man jest loves war and am jest busting to go, "Says he jest knows he will make a General or Major, or some kind of new fangle soldier. I thought I'd come over and see what you had to say about it. Well Miss Lucinda I am powerful glad you came as its jest busting wid news. You know this am a powerful thing. Jasper done raised my allowance from one dollar to two dollars, and child that no 'count Slap Jack Johnson done got himself a job and gone to work, and all Mylinda does is pest dresses up in de afternoons. She struts round the neighborhood and runs her mouth. How did it happen child? Well you see it was this way, that her old man am to old to go to war but he don't know dat, and he am jest as fraid of war as I is of snakes. Lord child you know I am sure afraid of snakes. His White Folks done told him dat all the husbands who did not support they wives had to fight for Uncle Sam and Lord Child you ought to seen old Slap Jack looking for a job. He said, he didn't want Mylinda to work no how; but Mylinde jest would work and of course one in de family was enough to work at de time, now can you beat dat? Ike Smith done told Sallie he would buy her a new coat, what she has done wanted for ten years, if she would jest say he was bound to support her. Now don't that jest kill you? And old Slim Hicks who done go so attractive to Mariah dat he jest slits right thro' de sermon and never nods his head for fear he will send him to war. Now ain't that scandelous? And old Slew-foot Spears done said he was going to sharpen his razor and jest walt, and was not going to take another drink until dis war am over. Now you know Sister Lucinda, he am jest a lier dat am all, 'bout that drink. But I sure hopes he will keep his razors to himself. Now did I hear right when you said your 'old man wanted to go to war? If he WHEAT does, you jest go home and tell him to go to war, cause dey ain't goin' to take him no how. But he am a real soldier, fought in one war and am ready to fight in another. He am a husband after my won heart he am, cause I ain't got no time for these husbands dat get good so sudden like, cause I's fraid it ain't goin' to last. Now your old man has always been faithful, so you jest run along home and tell him to go on to war, cause the day is coming when you will be glad your old man took a part in this great big fight. Well it jest beat de world what dis war am doin' but I reckon it am all right. Deid it am. W. C. Hueston—C. H. Calloway We desire to announce to our clients, friends and the public in general our removal to our new offices located at North- west Corner 12th and Highland Avenue, where we will be pleased to see you. Home Phone East 2850; Bell Phone East 4648. HUESTON & CALLOWAY, Attorneys at Law. KELLEY'S BEST HIGH PATENT FLOUR Kelley's Best Beat all the Rest. Kelley Milling Co. K.C. U.S.A. WAR COMEDY. Uncle Sam Needs Our Men. Let the PORO SYSTEM Take Care of You FORMULATED 1800 PORO HAIR GROWER MADE ONLY BY Mrs Amelia Thrubs Malone ST. LOUIS MISSOURI FOR DANDRUFF, FALLING HAIR, ITCHING SCALP; GIVING LIFE, BEAUTY, COLOR AND ABUNDANT GROWTH THIS STYLE OF BOX ADOPTED JUNE 12,1915 PRICE 50 CENTS "PORO" COLLEGE COMPANY ST. LOUIS, MO. Dept. G THE Modern Builders Co. A.E. ESTES, President General Contracting Repairing a Specialty ONLY ONE The history of Kansas City records but one real, legitimate, competent, established Negro jeweler, and he is Kansas' Famous Wheat makes I-H FLOUR Hard, winter, "turkey red" is the world's flour wheat supreme. Given the benefit of I-H modern milling, this fine raw product becomes a super-fine food — I-H Flour — the aristocrat of every grocery. Try it. Ismert-Hincke Milling Co. Kansas City, U.S.A. ADDITIONAL CITY AND LOCAL HAPPENINGS One and One Make One You can reason out the rest for yourself. My Seven Years Experience in Home Selling in the two cities at your service. EUGENE EDWARD VAUGHN Real Estate Brokerage 26th and Parkway Bell Phone W1757 26th and Parkway MADAME L. MALONE'S New Discovery—M Positively will grow hair. For all scalp diseases. I teach oral massage, weaving hair from give diplomas. Summer classes monials. Agents wanted. W. Vine St., Kansas City, Mo., or son, 1317 E. 14th St., Kansas wish to thank all patrons and THE DRUG STOCK Service and Quality WHITE-WOOD Bring Your Prescription of Absolute Accuracy OUR STOCK IS COMING N. W. Corner 19th and W. PHONES—HOME E New Discovery—MERIT Hair Crowd will grow hair. Try our MERIT help diseases. I teach hair dressing, manicure, weaving hair from combings, wigs, hair lamps. Summer class begins May 25. Write Agents wanted. Write Madame L. Ma- kansas City, Mo., or Madame Gwendoly E. 14th St., Kansas City, Mo., General bank all patrons and agents for 2 successes. DRUG STORE BEAUTY Service and Quality are Paramount at TE-WOOD DRUG ST Your Prescriptions to us and be absolute Accuracy and Fair Treat STOCK IS COMPLETE IN AM Corner 19th and Vine Streets. (Tra- CHONES—HOME EAST 2293, BELL E. New Discovery—MERIT Hair Crower Positively will grow hair. Try our MERIT SYSTEM for all scalp diseases. I teach hair dressing, manicuring, facial massage, weaving hair from combings, wigs, braids, and give diplomas. Summer class begins May 25. Write for testimonials. Agents wanted. Write Madame L. Malone, 2416 Vine St., Kansas City, Mo., or Madame Gwendolyn F. Jackson, 1317 E. 14th St., Kansas City, Mo., General Agents. I wish to thank all patrons and agents for 2 successful years. WHITE-WOOD DRUG STORE Bring Your Prescriptions to us and be assured of Absolute Accuracy and Fair Treatment. OUR STOCK IS COMPLETE IN ALL LINES N. W. Corner 19th and Vine Streets. (Transfer Point) PHONES—HOME EAST 2293. BELL E. 641. THE LADY THE OLD RELIABLE. Henry Compton and wife sas City's foremost Caterers wonderful business at their STREET, where they handle BEST Lunches, the BEST DIE dies, and the BEST Barbecue OUR BEST ICE CREA Mrs. Compton originated tato Pie twenty years ago, wh equaled. Try them and be Compton and wife, who for 25 years has foremost Caterers and Restauranteers, business at their new location, 1717 where they handle the BEST Bakeryanches, the BEST Dinners, the BEST Fruits the BEST Barbecue in the city. BEST ICE CREAM 40 CENTS A QUART Compton originated the famous Compton twenty years ago, which others have imitated. Try them and be convinced, and don't Barbecue. Henry Compton and wife, who for 25 years have been Kansas City's foremost Caterers and Restauranteers, are doing a wonderful business at their new location, 1717 EAST 18TH STREET, where they handle the BEST Bakery Goods, the BEST Lunches, the BEST Dinners, the BEST Fruits and Candies, and the BEST Barbecue in the city. OUR BEST ICE CREAM 40 CENTS A QUART Mrs. Compton originated the famous Compton Sweet Potato Pie twenty years ago, which others have imitated but never equaled. Try them and be convinced, and don't forget The Delicious Barbecue. ```markdown ``` The right kind Of a woman Appreciates The Efforts Of her husband —TO OWN A HOME Bell Phone W1757 MERIT Hair Crower Try our MERIT SYSTEM hair dressing, manicuring, fac- m combings, wigs, braids, and begins May 25. Write for testi- rite Madame L. Malone, 2416 Madame Gwendolyn F. Jack- City, Mo., General Agents. I agents for 2 successful years. MORE BEAUTIFUL Share Paramount at the DRUG STORE ins to us and be assured by and Fair Treatment. PLETE IN ALL LINES One Streets. (Transfer Point) AST 2293, BELL E. 641. THE STAR HAIR GROWER A Wonderful Hair Dressing and Grower 1,000 AGENTS WANTED Good money made. Want agents in every city and village to sell the STAR HAIR GROWER. This is a wonderful preparation. Can be used with or without Straightening Irons. Sells for 25c per box, one 25c box will prove its value. Any person who will use a 25c box will be 'convinced. No matter what has failed to grow your hair, just give the STAR HAIR GROWER a trial and you will be convinced. Send 25c for full sized box. If you wish to be an Agent send $1.00 and we will send you a full Supply that you can begin work at once; also agents terms. Send all money by Money Order to THE STAR HAIR GROWER MFGR. Box 812 Greensboro, N. C. who for 25 years have been Kan- and Restauranteers, are doing a new location, 1717 EAST 18TH at the BEST Bakery Goods, the owners, the BEST Fruits and Can- in the city. M 40 CENTS A QUART the famous Compton Sweet Po- ch others have imitated but never convinced, and don't forget The Photo By JASMINE WILKER --- THE KANSAS CITY SUN. SATURDAY. APRIL 27, 1918. Annual Cadet Drill and Girls Physical Training Exhibition Pageant--"The Spirit of 1918" 500 STUDENTS IN ACTION. SEATS----50 Boxes (10 Seats to a box) $5.00 for a box. Boxes reserved only on full payment. (On sale at Lincoln High School) 4,000 Seats--Arena Balcony, 25 cents each (not reserved.) 2,000 Seats--Upper Balcony, 15 cents each (not reserved.) All prices include war tax Tickets, except Box Seats, on sale at Paseo Y. M. C. A., at Drug Stores, and also in the hands of High School students Proceeds above expenses to be added to amount raised last year for a Printing Office By Albon L. Holsey. Tuskegee Institute, Ala.—The following account of the success of Mr. John M. Maxwell was presented by Mr. H. S. Murphy, of the State Normal school, Montgomery, Alabama, in one of the letters submitted in the contest for the best and most interesting account of Negro business enterprises: Politeness has piled up $100,000 for John Murreau Maxwell, age 37 Orangeburg, South Carolina. Starting in 1904 with politeness and $200.00 Maxwell fixed the gaze of trade by these means: 1. He always smiles. 2. He sells some without obnoxiously seeming to "corner" your money. 3. He makes you know your bill is becoming a "bad debt" without scolding. "What is your bill?" he asks, hoping you will agree politely. 4. He is politely interested in every one's personal affairs, knowing whose babies are sick, who needs charity, who needs a teacher, or a new horse and where to obtain them. 5. He learns even his customers' voices over the phone. "Maxwell's grocery," he replied to ring once. "Mr. Maxwell," called a lady. "Yes. LINCOLN COM F Annual Cad Phys Pageant-- SEATS----50 B Boxes reserved on 4,000 Seats- 2,000 Seats- Tickets, except B Drug Stores, and a Proceeds amount n Miss Massey," came the instant reply. 6. Nothing is never "out"—in theory at least—at Maxwell's. He goes personally to every grocery in town to find a promised article, if necessary. 7. Trained under the veteran colored grocer, E. H. Dibble, Camden, South Carolina, who is known as "the politest man in town," and who has piled up $100,000 by the same method, Maxwell seemsm to treat even a female cat with extraordinary courtesy. He takes off his hat to talk to a lady over the phone, and never sits while a lady is in his store. RESULOS: (a) That $100,000 aforementioned, gleaned in 13 years. (b) Ability to sell several "Maxwell's Specials" because of large orders given; (c) When the war cry sounded, Maxwell contracted, among other things, for 500 tons of lard and 100 tons of cotton-seed meal. (To be continued next week.) WESTERN COLLEGE SHOWER. A grocery shower was given by the New Era District Association for Macon College Thursday, April 18th, at Antioch Baptist Church, 16th and Michigan avenue. Rev. J. W. Jenkins, pastor. Devotion was led by Mrs. G. Miller and Miss Rosa Taylor, after which an interesting program was rendered by representatives from the various circles as follows: Paper by Mrs. Lillie Williams, Pleasant Green. Short Talk and Song—Mr. Lemuel Russell, St. James. Song—Miss Ellen Watson, 2nd Baptist. Talk by Miss Rosa Taylor, State Missionary. Four dollars was contributed for Foreign Mission. The occasion was well attended. The following ministers were present and gave inspiration by their splendid talk: Rev. J. W. Jenkins, Rev. J. M. Booker, Rev. J. W. Wilson, C. C. Calloway, Rev. G. H. McDaniel, Moderator of New Era District, and Rev. G. E. Arnett, who made it pos sible for the groceries to be obtained in such full measure. The circles contributed to the shower for Macon as follows: Morning Star—16 cans of corn, Mrs Grant, president. Central—12 cans of tomatoes, Mrs. Dora Bozieres, president. St. Paul—10 lbs. rice, Mrs. Mary Marratta, president. Friedness—12$\frac{1}{2}$ lbs. rice, Mrs. Ida Boyd, president. Antioch—36 lbs. of sugar, $2\frac{1}{2}$ lbs rice, 2 cans of tomatoes, Mrs. G. Miller, president. St. James—12 lbs. prunes, Mrs. Edna Fitzue, president. Greenwood—25 lbs. prunes, Mrs. Maggie Johnson, president. Second Baptist~50 lbs. sugar, Mrs M. Dismond, president. Pleasant Green—50 Ibs. sugar, Mrs Alberta Davenport, president. MRS. MAMIE JOHNSON, Pres. of New Era District. MRS. IDA BOYD, Secretary. MRS. W. E. BIGBY. Chairman of Grocery Shower and Foreign Mission. OBITUARY. Mrs. Dicy J. Fry, widow of the late Benjamin Fry, was born in Virginia September 12, 1829. After several weeks of illness she departed from COLN HIGH SCI AT CONVENTION HALL FRIDAY EV'NG, MAY 10 Adet Drill and G Physical Training "The Spirit of 500 STUDENTS IN ACTION. 10 Boxes (10 Seats to a box) $5. only on full payment. (On sale at Seats--Arena Balcony, 25 cents ea. Seats--Upper Balcony, 15 cents ea. All prices include war tax Box Seats, on sale at Pase also in the hands of High- needs above expenses to be add- t raised last year for a Printing this life on Saturday, April 11, 1918, about 11:00 p. m. The funeral service was held at the residence of her daughter, Mrs. Fannie Smith, 628 Main street, Lawrence, Kansas. Rev. Jackson of the Second Baptist Church of Lawrence preached the funeral after which were remarks by Jafes S. Saunders, Junior Warden of Rone Lodge, A. F. & A. M. of which her deceased husband, Benjafin Frye was a member for forty years. She leaves to Mourn her loss two daughters, several grandchildren and a host of frinds. Sister Frye was a very debot ed Christian; her every day talk was that she was just waiting for the Lord to take her. J. S. Saunders. EDITOR GIVENS DEAD. EDITOR GIVENS DEAD. The Sun was shocked as well as pained to hear of the death of Prof. P. C. Givens of Sedalia, Mo., the brilliant and hard working Editor of the U. B. F. Searchlight. Prof. Givens was a high class, courteous, and refined christian gentleman who was sincerely admired by all who knew him and who rendered invaluable service both to the U. B. F. and the Masonic fraternity in this state. The race mourns his passing and his place will not soon be filled in the hearts of the people of this commonwealth. Mrs. Harris, wife of Dr. J. H. Harris of Sedalia, Mo., passed away after a long illness last Monday at the family residence. Mrs. Harris' husband is not only one of the ablest physicians of the race but she has two splendid sons, one Dr. Earl A. Harris of Springfield, Mo., and Dr. Mayo Harris of the home city, who have made rapid strides in their profession. Another commendable coincidence is the fact that her three brothers are all eminent members of the Medical fraternity in the person of Drs. T. A. and W. P. Curtis of St. Louis, Mo., and Dr. J. Webb Curtis of Hot Springs, Ark. The Sun extends its sympathy. A UNIQUE AND NOVEL WEDDING. It is possible that the first time in the history of Kansas City that a wedding took place in a jewelry store, happened in J. A. Wilson's store last Monday evening week. It happened in this wise. The contracting parties were prominent young people of Greater Kansas City and the ceremony was to be performed in Kansas City, Kans., at a private residence of a relative of the bride. An elaborate lunch was ready to be served at the close of the ceremony. The preacher was ready to perform the cermony when it was discovered that owing to the young man not having much former experience in such matters, the license he procured was issued for the Stat of Missouri and the ceremony could not be legally performed in Kansas. The blushing-to-be bride became nervous, the bridgegroom was at his wits, when the lady of the house remembered that the nearest acquaintance and friend on the Missouri side was J. A. Wilson, the jeweler. She at once phoned and requested that he would allow his place to be used for a wedding ceremony. Thinking that a practical joke was about to be played on him, but in accordance with his disposition of trying to please his friends even at his expense, he readily consented. In a short time he was surprised to see, entering his store, a party of nearly a dozen persons, including the prominent Mrs. Jenkins CHOOL ALL 10 Girls Exhibition of 1918" N. $5.00 for a box. at Lincoln High School) each (not reserved.) each (not reserved.) aseo Y. M. C. A., at high School students added to ing Office of Kansas City, Mo., and the stalwart figure of the Rev. Griffin of the 1st A. M. E. church, who proceeded without much prefare to perform the ceremony. There were no lilac blossoms nor floral wreaths, no wedding march nor trailing veils; instead the decorations were silver and gold, diamonds and one fern, which after all were very appropriate. But the strangest part of the whole thing was that the jewelers observant eye saw that the groom had provided no wedding ring but he was so "flustered" by the unusual occasion that he forgot to mention the deficiency and offer to supply the same from his stock. Mr. Wilson says that on another occasion he will use both his eyes and his wits. MRS. HATTIE WILEY Graduate of Prof. Yhnell's School of Scien- tific Swedish Body Massage. Graduate of Give me a trial for Poor Circulation, Nervousness, Etc. You will not regret it. Bell Phone West 2378W. 329 Parallel Avenue, KANSAS CITY, KANSAS. Pianos and Victrolas Easiest Place to Buy is THE JONES STORE CO 3rd Floor 12th & Main Sts. e, | IN MEMORIAM. In loving memory of our two children who departed this life two years ago April 13 and 18 respectively. Just two years and a few days ago Since we received the heartrending blow; Death's messenger came, his sad story to tell The Master has't need of the dear Willa Belle. Oh how we have missed thee, thou dear little flower; Still we gladly submit to the Master of power; For all that He doeth, He doeth it well; He will love thee and keep thee, dear Willa Belle. The messenger came, to be merciful He tried; He then went away but was not satisfied. And we know our dear Savior must have suffered great pain This time we could see him, hope could not decoy. He called to Leroy, come with rejoice. Rejoice with thy sister and all of the blest; Await thou in Heaven to welcome the rest. Sadly missed by ISAAC SMITH, Father; EVADINE SMITH, Mother; THORNTON SMITH, Brother. FAST WORK. Dr. W. J. Thompkins Greases the Matrimonial Wheels For An An- xious Couple. Lieutenant Frank L. Lane of Camp Funston arrived in the city last Sunday for the purpose of meeting his fiancée Miss Cecelia Ruth Scott of Houston, Texas, who arrived the evening before. Ohe Lieutenant had forgotten that the license bureau was not open on Sunday and as he had to report back early Monday morning, he was very much worried as to how he would secure his marriage license. But an old friend in the person of Dr. William J. Thompkins came to his rescue, drove out to the County Recorder's Home and secured the license then telephoned for Judge C. J. Welch to come to his residence and in the presence of Dr. and Mrs. Thompkins, Mr. and Mrs. R. G. Moore, Mr. and Mrs. Felix H. Payne to the accompaniments of a wedding march played by Mrs. Thompkins they were made one and left on the midnight train for Camp Funston as happy as two turtle doves. P. S. If you want things done, see Dr. Thompkins. Mary Helen Floyd of 1639 Cottage avenue, daughter of Mrs. Anna E. Floyd, was seriously injured last Sunday by being thrown from an automobile, which collided with a truck at 18th and Forest avenue. Her hip was dislocated and she was seriously cut and bruised and was hurried to the hospital, but was brought home Monday evening, where she is under the care of Dr. Unthank. She is recovering rapidly, to the pleasure of her many friends. Are You DEAF? Thousands of users say "I Hear So Well" with the Port-O-Phone With this smallest, simplest and most perfect of hearing devices, you, too, can hear sermons, lectures and general conversation with the Port-O-Phone. In justice to yourself, come in and let the ex- pert from the factory adjust one to your personal requirements. "HEARING IS BELIEVING" ALCO OPTICAL 1 CO 1 Eyes examined scientifically. Cheap John's Furniture Co. NEW AND SECOND HAND GOODS Bought, Sold, Exchanged TERMS IF DESIRED Bell Phone East 3851 2224 Vine Street Kansas City, Mo. DR. LON M. TILLMAN. Dr. L. M. Tillman desires to announce to his many patrons and friends that he is now located in his own building at the northwest corner of 17th and Lydia Avenue where he will be pleased to meet his patients and friends. Bell phone 3843. MONEY TO LOAN ON FURNITURE. To rooming house keepers and to honest working men and women who have an approved reputation of paying their obligations when due. Don't let your bills worry you; get a loan from us and pay them. You can pay us back in small weekly installments. Our business is strictly confidential. Call Bell Grand 4204. Home Del. 950. The Handy Colored Store 2409 Vine St. Ladies' and Gent's Furnishing Goods and Notions FURNISHING GOLD & BROTHERS MADAM P. M. DABNEY'S XX CENTURY PREPARATIONS FOR SALE HERE. SPECIAL BARGAINS IN OUR NOTION 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. $2.50 In Goods Free. WE GIVE SURETY COUPONS. Taylor Holmes & Co. Mrs. Annie Holmes, Mngr. 2409 VINE ST., Kansas City, Mo. Bell Phone East 4221J Service AND Satisfaction are what you get when you patronize C. A. FRANKLIN THE PRINTER 1309 East 18th St Bell Phone Grand 2988 Office Bell Grand 1623J Hours: 10 to 12 A.M. 3 to 57 to 6:30 P.M. TEMPORARY ADDRESS 1414*Campbell BellPhone G 2637 A. Franklin Radford, M. D. 716 East 12th Street, Kansas City, Mo. FOR STEAM-HEATED TAXI Call E. 4154 DAVID ALLEN. 2313 Highland Ave. Bell Phone East 999. Bell Phone East 2789 Entered as second-class matter, August 1908, at the postoffice at Kansas City, Mo. under the act of March 3, 1879. Nelson C. Crews.....Editor and Owen Willa M. Glenn.....General Manager SUBSCRIPTION RATES: One Year ..... $2.00 Six Months ..... 1.00 Three Months ..... 60 Canada and Foreign Countries $1.00 ad- ditional. ADVERTISING RATES, $2.00 PER INCE PER MONTH. MEMBER NATIONAL NEGRO PRESS ASSOCIATION. EDITORIALS. Is there anybody in the audience that wants a little more snow. Don't push. Take your time. You can have it if you want it because most everything seems to be happening in April. The Sun believes in practicing what it preaches and for that reason it has put a new front on its offices, have painted and decorated the interior and equipped it with new furniture until we are really egotistic enough to believe that we have one of the handsomest Negro newspaper offices in the country. Seein's believin'. Come and see. The splendid record being made by the Cadets of Lincoln High school under the skillful and experienced direction of Major N. Clark Smith is a source of gratification not only to the fathers and mothers but every Negro citizen in this great city because by their neat appearance their soldierly bearing and their gentlemanly deportment, they have broken down much of the prejudice that has existed in this city and under the incomparable leadership of Principal J. R. E. Lee are helping put Kansas City on the educational map. It would be well if every Negro in the city could pass Whipple Court on Lydia avenue between 16th and 17th, where Mr. A. V. Monholland lives and see the immaculate and inspiring physical condition in which he keeps his premises and properties in the locality. Broad alley, clean, grass on all the yards, flats and houses neatly painted, no broken windows nor dilapidated porches, simply demonstrates that if the Negro will, he can. It would truly be a blessing if all the localities inhabited by our people could keep as neat, clean and artistic as the premises owned and controlled by Mr. Monholland. Let's try it. FORRENT We have spent $10,000 re FLATS at Eighth and Jeffers gas, water, bath and janitor so ful rooms; new paper through large rooms and bath, some b new plumbing in bathrooms WATER AND STEAM HEA $12.50 and $15.00 for small f month, fine for roomers; fine, distance to downtown and all w and phone We have spent $10,000 remodeling the TULLIS COURT FLATS at Eighth and Jefferson; steam heat, electric lights, gas, water, bath and janitor service; large, light, airy, cheerful rooms; new paper throughout. Some apartments have two large rooms and bath, some have three rooms and bath; all new plumbing in bathrooms. Remember, WE FURNISH WATER AND STEAM HEAT AND JANITOR; rent only $12.50 and $15.00 for small flats; large 8-room flats, $40.00 month, fine for roomers; fine, high, healthy location, walking distance to downtown and all west bottoms. See these at once and phone THE RENTAL AGENT—MR. BECK BOTH PHONES, MAIN 3207, BOTH PHONES, MAIN 3207, or call 215 R. A. LONG BLDG. THIS IS A MEATLESS DAY 图 --- Classified Wants and Rooms to Rent FOR RENT—Two rooms, furnished, and unfurnished. 1512 Park Ave. WANTED—Children to care for by the day or week. 1504 East Tenth street. Bell Phone East 1147-J. WANTED—Barber to take charge of shop or will rent same cheap to desirable party. N. Smith, 910 E. 12 street. AIRDOME FOR SALE OR RENT. A great opportunity for Moving Picture Show. We have for rent an street centrally located in a Negro neighborhood. No moving picture show within six blocks. An attractive rent proposition to an aggressive showman. Call on Will Grissard for particulars at 1709 E. 12th street. HELP WANTED. We have jobs open as follows: House maids—6.$00 to $8.00 per week. General housework—$6.00 to $10.00 per week. Laundresses $2.10 per day. Men for houseclanning 35 cnts per hour. Southside Employment Agency, Bell phone Grand 4204, Home phone Delaware 950.—Indef. FOR SALE—Modern houses and apartments in best localities. STEWART & SMITH, Bell Ph., E. 4893 1515 E. 18th St. FOR SALE—at 1018 Euclid avenue, six-room house with basement and barn in rear. Persons desiring to buy can call and see same at 6 p. m. any day. FOR RENT—Three nice rooms, 708 E 17th St. Bell Phone Grand 3623 W. COLORED BARGAINS. 2629 Euclid Avenue—Five (5) room brick cottage, nice yard, fine neighborhood; price $2,300; $100 down, $18 per month. 1615 Euclid Avenue—Five (5) room modern brick cottage, $2,250; $100 down, $20 per month. 1912-14 East 14th Street—Twenty-two (22) rooms, strictly modern, pressed brick, slate roof, arranged for roomers or two (2) separate families. Price $6,000; reasonable terms to reliable party. Call for Johnston, East 802 Home; East 782 Bell And many other good bargains. TUESDAY ONE MEAL WHEATLESS USE NO BREAD CRACKERS. EASTER OR BREAKFAST FOODS CONTAINING WHEAT remodeling the TULLIS COURT ason; steam heat, electric lights, service; large, light, airy, cheer- out. Some apartments have two three rooms and bath; all Remember, WE FURNISH AT AND JANITOR; rent only flats; large 8-room flats, $40.00 high, healthy location, walking west bottoms. See these at once or call 215 R. A. LONG BLDG. THIS IS A MEATLESS DAY THE KANSAS CITY SUN, SATURDAY, APRIL 27, 1918 Negro Business and Professional Directory of Greater Kansas City BAKERIES. MRS. SUSIE OWENS, 2331 Vine street. Bell phone, East 5017. HOME BAKERY. Mrs. A. Compton. Prop. 1717 E. 18th street. BEAUTY PARLORS AND HAIR DRESSERS. MRS. BERTHA McCAMEY, Poro Hair Dresser, 818 East Tenth St. Bell Phone, Main 4756. M. B. JACKSON'S WONDERFUL HAIR PREPARATIONS, 1913 East 10th St. Bell Phone East 3237-W. MRS. CORA D. WILLIAMS, Poro Hair Dresser, 1319 Euclid Ave. Bell phone, East 4898. MRS. SUSIE P. GIPSON, 1704 Paseo, Poro Hair Dresser. Bell phone, Grand 4035-W. Poro Hairdressing, Singueing, Manicuring and Facial Massage. Instructions. Mrs. Hattle Wiley, 329 Parallel avenue, Kansas City, Kans., Bell West 2378 W. CAFES. MRS. H. W. DOTSON, 1705 East 12th, Bell Phone. E. 2214. PAYNE COAL CO., 1902 Vine Street, W. W. Payne, Prop. Phones, Home East 4132, Bell East 559. FLORISTS. CROSTHWAIT FLORAL CO., 1501 E 19th. Bell phone, East 272. LAWYERS. E. A. SHACKLEFORD, Attorney-at-Law, 511 Minnesota Avenue, Kansas City, Kans. Bell Phone West 3866. C. H. CALLOWAY, N. W. cor 12th and Highland. Home phone East 2850; Bell phone East 4648. Practices in all courts. W. C. HUESTON, N. W. cor 12th and Highland. Home phone East 2850; Bell phone East 4648. Legal advice Practices in all courts. JEWELERS. J. A. WILSON, 1616 W. Ninth street Kansas City, Mo. Bell phone, Main 6248R. PHOTOGRAPHERS J. E. MILLER STUDIO, 1622 East Eighteenth street. Bell phone, E. 91. REAL ESTATE and EMPLOYMENT. COLORED PEOPLES INVESTMENT CO., Solomon Smith, Pres., 2122 Vine St. Bell Phone, East 1011. Home Phone, East 4011. H. L. KINSLER, 918 East Twenty-first street. Bell phone, Grand 42041. SHOE STORE. G. A. PAGE'S SHOE STORE, 1507 E. Eighteenth street. Pell phone, East 1328. SHOE REPAIRING ELECTRIC SHOE & REPAIR SHOP, J. C. Banks, Prop., $151\frac{1}{2}$ East Eighteenth street. Bell phone E 4393. UNDERTAKERS. ADKINS BROS., Nineteenth and Vine streets. Both Phones, East 4349. East 4349. H. B. MOORE, 1104 Independence avenue. Bell phone Main 3398W. Home phone Main 3341. WATKINS BROS., 1729 Lydia avenue. Bell phone Grand 987, Home Main 7989. Res., Bell East 3281. BIG COLE EIGHT SOCIETY CAR. Plenty of room for seven people. Don't crowd in small cars with reckless drivers. See Kansas City by day or night, with the man of the hour and the car of the minute. One of the world's best makes. KING COLE EIGHT, This Big Mogul is driven by owner. W. H. Hubbel, Bell phone East 2013. coal To the Miner dig it To the Producer clean it - distribute it equitably To the Railroads speed it To the Consumer save it When in need of the services of an undertaker. The LaBelle College and Hair Dressing Emporium Manufacturers of Human Little Corner —That the whiskey-drinking preacher/should be "mum" forever on that subject when it is being discussed. —That the husband knows less of what goes on in his own home than anybody else. I wonder. —That if talk would win the war, the frequenters of Eighteenth street would have already killed the Kaiser and the whole German army. —That the family that has space but no inclination to raise a garden should be made to go hungry. —That when women tell their friends they don't care for swell clothes their husbands don't usually care for them to have them. —That if "wifey" could see her "tired" husband when he gets away from home, she would think he had just returned from a long vacation. —That everybody loves Betty and Sam as long as they talk about the other fellow. Well, they are not partial. —That if you miss your dog, don't look for him, as a great many are being missed since the high cost of meats. —That a cullid man was heard to say, "If de gud Lawd would jes send some moh sun, I cud sleep warm once more." This brother must have been shy of coal for sometime. --- --That when you hear a brother yell "Amen" loudly, the preacher has just said something that he had been wanting to say to somebody in the audience. --- That at a recent revival a brother who had gone to the "moanah's" bench for prayer arose to tell the good people what the good Lord had done for him and just how he felt about it; but just as he straightened himself up, a whole bunch of policy slips fell from his inside coat pocket. The brother got speechless and went back to his seat without "spressing himself." Do you blame him? Have you ever tried the Spotless Kitchen, 23 West 13th street, the best piacse in town to eat? When in need of the service you expect one who will respond in a quiet, sober and dignified manner. One who will relieve you of the cares and worry that you usually undergo in time of bereavement. Such efficient and unexcelled service can be had by applying to 2220 Vine St., or 'phoneing E. 3336, either 'phone, for C. H. COUNTEE The LaBelle College and Emporium THE WORLD'S FIRST WOMAN Mme. S. E. LAIN KANSAS CITY, MO. Victrola Given Away The Cosmopolitan Club will give to the person holding the lucky number a Victrola valued at $250 TUESDAY NIGHT, JUNE 25 ACADEMY HALL 14th St. and Michigan Ave. Mackey's Liniment Mackey's Liniment Dr. Hurse has for sometime been the distributor of Mackey's Wonderful Rhelmatic cure has recently purchased outright the formula for compounding the same and now has the sole rights for the manufacture and distribution of this wonderful preparation. This is the only ten days' cure on the market taking ten days for rheumatism two hours and immediate relief for neuralgia, forty-eight hours for lumbago, one week for throat trouble, ten days for asthma and all pains and stiffness in the body, ten days for lung trouble in first and second stage and a guaranteed remedy and destroyer of appendicitis, absolutely guaranteed under the Pure Food and Drug act, serial No. 44333. Sold only by Rev. J. W. Hurse, D. D., at his Laboratory and residence, 1205 Michigan Ave., Kansas City, Mo. Bell phone East 4880. $1.00 per bottle —Agents wanted. Orders out of the city 25c extra for postage. Kansas City, Mo. I suffered with lumbago for a long time and heart of Mackey's Liniment. I used one bottle of Mackey's Liniment and was entirely cured, and I feel safe to say it is the best Liniment made and it cannot be beat. I must say Mackey's Liniment will do all that is recommended to do. JOHN SALISBERRY, 2414 Highland Ave. Bell East 757. Kansas City, Mo. I want to say I used one bottle of Mackey's Liniment and it has done more good than any medicine I ever used. For 15 years I suffered with rheumatism and for five years I suffered with arthritis. I am now cured. For these complaints I find nothing to equal Mackey's Liniment. MRS. LIZZIE LOGAN, 800 Independence Ave. Sir: Please allow me space in your phone, say a word about Mackey's Lainbridge. I suffered with pains in my feet, legs, back, stomach and after examination I learned that I had a bago. Learning that Mackey's Liniment was a cure for the same, I ordered a bottle at once and after applying the bago I felt normal feelings. This was the fourth bottle used in our house the first time for Lumbago. I will highly recommend this bago, dislaced symptoms named symptoms and for all kinds of pains. MRS. SUSIE CRAIG, WILLA M. GLENN Notary Public 1803 E. 18th St. Bell Phone E. 999 See Madam A. Moore for special rates in piano lessons. 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We give diplomas to graduates, 5,000 agents wanted to sell our goods. Liberal discount to agents. Perfecto System taught by Mme. E. Floyd and Miss Willie Maniece, professional hair dressers and scalp specialists. CITY NEWS --- A This paper has enlisted with the government in the cause of America for the period of the war. (ADDITIONAL LOCALS ON PAGE 3) Mr. G. W. Todd, 2006 East 14th, has been ill at his residence for the past two weeks. Mr. Roland W. Bruce of the Michigan Conservatory of Music will visit his mother in two or three weeks. Mr. R. H. Johnson of Omaha, Nebr., was a visitor in Kansas City during the week and paid a pleasant call at the Sun's office. Mrs. P. W. Whitworth of 111 East 8th street has returned much improved after a two week's stay at Excellor Springs, Mo. Mrs. J. H. Williams, wife of the grand master of U. B. F.'s, has returned from a ten days' visit in Excelsior Springs much improved. Mrs. R. B. Lilliard, 622 Steptoe avenue, who has been ill for the past three weeks, is now able to be out again. Mr. Edw. Waters of 1309 Michigan Avenue, who was called to the bedside of hi sfather who succumbed soon after his arrival in St Louis returned to the city WILLIAM & J. JOHNSTON, Wholesale and Retail Dealers in DRESSED POULTRY, successors to Moon, the Poultry King. Game in season; Eggs and Fish. 1335 East 18th Street. Bell Phone Grand 3765. CARD OF THANKS. We wisho thank the many friends for their kindness during the illness of our husband and brother, Hobert Hampton, and also for the beautiful floral offerings. Mrs. Clara Olerson Hampton, Mrs. Joanie Strang Mrs. Marian Brown Whittaker wishes to announce to her many friends that she has taken up residence at 524 W. 13th, Junction City, Kans., in order to be near her husband, Lieut. J. C. Whittaker, who is stationed at Camp Funston. Everybody is going to attend the Glass recital at Ebenezer May 1st. Profs. Jackson and Smith will assist on the program. Standing room only. CARD OF THANKS. We wish to thank our many friends and neighbors for their loving kindness to us in our great loss of our cousin, Mrs. Victoria Smith; also for their expression of sympathy shown in the beautiful floral offerings. MRS. THOMAS BOYD, 915 Vine Street. CARD OF THANKS. We wish to thank our neighbors and friends for the flowers and many expressions of sympathy sent us during our recent bereavement, and also to acknowledge our gratitude for the many favors and services rendered us during the illness of our beloved wife, mother and sister. Ellis Penn, husband, Ethel and CATI Hunter, children, Grace Taylor, sister, Pet Thompson, friend. IN MEMORY In Loving Memory of Our Dear August Mrs. Fannie Hawkins More than a year thou ha Mid golden summer f Where zephyrs breathe b Where sin and pain t We may forget the rose t And bathes us in its We may forget the birds s But ever, beloved one IN MEMORIAM In Loving Memory of Our Dear Mother, Sister and Aunt, August 10th, 1916. Mrs. Fannie Hawkins, Who Passed Away More than a year thou hast spent above, 'Mid golden summer flowers, and peace and joy; Where zephyrs breathe but love, unselfish love; Where sin and pain thy pleasures can't destroy. We may forget the rose that blooms each spring, And bathes us in its fragrance, sweet and true; We may forget the birds that twit and sing, But ever, beloved one, we'll think of you." Sadly missed by MRS. KATIE TAYLOR, MRS. VICTORIA WATSON, Daughters; MRS. MAMIE LANKFORD, Sister; MRS. EMMA WEBB, Nicce. --- Mrs. C. S. Plummer, who was quite ill at the Wheatley-Provident Hospital, has been able to return to her home, 2619 Highland avenue, although she still continues ill. Hopkins, Groves and Oden of the Square Deal Realty & Investment Company, at No. 1315 East 18th street, purchased for investment a ten-room residence, strictly modern and located at No. 1318 Garfield avenue; consideration $3,800; lot 55x136. The property has been leased for one year by Mr. Putney, formerly of No. 1617 Tracy avenue. The opening of the Tulilis Court Apartments on West Eighth street to Colored tenants is a distinct stride in racial advancement in this city and no doubt these apartments will be eagerly seized by those desiring modern, elegant and up-to-date housing facilities. The agent, Mr. Beck, is to be commended for this consideration given our people in this city. For Roscoe C. Jamison obit, March 28 1918 The world is ever old and new, As that fair day the Pinta's prow From out the primal ocean drew A world to crown a Dreamer's brow. New world's of dream in some far sea Of thought await the poet's quest— Who knows what may discovered be, Wide-eyed, sea faring down the West? So his fair soul, our sable Bard, Upon the sea of Darkness deep, Weighed anchor, sails unfurled, and hard Aport, made safe the Harbor sleep. Bring hither praise or sigh or tear, Let all who can a full-blush rose, Heap all upon his fair young bier, His life half-blown no longer blows. Too soon is hushed his silver speech, The music dies upon the lute, The cadence falls beyond our reach; Too soon the Poet's lips are mute. I did not know him as you knew, Who heard him speak or held his gaze; He was to me a poet true, Whose singing subtly thrilled our ways. Why reckon what the unlived years For his young dreaming soul held store? A posy must suffice our tears, For never shall he sings us more. Too late to set your heart aglow. Perhaps when years a redder glow Paint soft into the deep'ning day, We, blind ones now, thenceforth shall know, Who once with held the laurel bay. Where our green cypress wreaths to lay; They song shall have one empt throne. But he, who sang in twilight gray, Shall come full wreathed into his own. —Chas. Bertham Johnson. The death of Rev. J. W. Wallace, a veteran minister of the A. M. E. Church, on last Sunday was most pathetic. And yet in keeping with the wishes of this beloved saint of God, who had always expressed a desire to die in the harness, he was stricken while sitting in church last Sunday morning and Rev. Dr. Thomas noticed him crumpled in his seat, hurried down out of the pulpit to his side and called several of the ushers and officers, who gently carried him into the office of the church, where after careful examination by Dr. Unthank, who said he could only live a short while, he was carried to his home just a few MEMORIAM Gear Mother, Sister and Aunt, 10th, 1916. Mrs. Who Passed Away just spent above, flowers, and peace and joy; at love, unselfish love; my pleasures can't destroy. that blooms each spring, fragrance, sweet and true; that twit. and sing, we'll think of you." --- THE KANSAS CITY SUN, SATURDAY, APRIL 27, 1918 "Servant of God, well done; Rest from thy blest employ, The battle fought, the victory won Enter thy Master's joy." The banquet given by the Shriners at the Cafe De Luxe last Monday night was a most delightful affair, and Illustrious Potentate Houston and his corps of officers are receiving many compliments for the excellent manner in which it was carried out. Over 50 Nobles and their ladies in full costume were in attendance and a toothsome menu was served. Brief addresses wer made by Nobles D. M. Miller and N. C. Crews, while an original poem was read by Loyal Lady Mrs. R. T. Coles, and Illustrious W. G. Moseley was the master of ceremonies. The Shrine is preparing to attend in a body the coming of Noble Billie King to one of the local theatres next next month and will also tender him an elaborate banquet which will be participated in by the Daughters of Isis and the Ladies of the Nobles of the Mystic Shrine. And by the way if you want ticket to the entertainment to be given by the Shrine May 10 when $50.00 in gold will be given away buy it at the SUN office. CLOVER LEAF NOTICE. It may be of interest to our many policyholders and friends to know what we are doing and what we have done during the last four months. The The entertainers First A. M. E. C. by the Buds of the whelming success INTER-SCHOOL TRACK MEET Among all Colored Schools of Kansas City, Kansas AT HEATHWOOD PARK FRIDAY, MAY 10, 1918 300 Boys and Girls. Admi (Take Tenth Street Car or the Chelsea Car DR. W. W. CALDWELL, S. DR. HOWARD M. SMITH, PROF. C. R. WESTMOREL Head Ju (Take Tenth Street Car or the Chelsea Car to Park) DR. W. W. CALDWELL, Starter, DR. HOWARD M. SMITH, Referee, PROF. C. R. WESTMORELAND, Head Judge of Finish. following is a list of claims paid since January: $1,033.65 Prompt payment of premiums; immediate attention of a physician and prompt notice to your local agency are the three things necessary to insure good and prompt attention from the CLOVER LEAF CASUALTY CO., P. C. James, Dist. Mgr. Bell Ph., E. 2766. 1507 East 18th St. Kansas City, Kansas By Mrs. W. T. Biggers. Mr. Ben Robinson, 2201 N. 3rd street, is on the sick list. Mrs. Lena Kilpatrick and Mrs. W. H. Lambright are ill. Mrs. Cora Evans, who has been ill, is somewhat improved. Mr. J. T. Nolan is able to be around again after being unable to leave the house for ten months. Mrs. Julia Brown, mother of Mrs. S. W. Brown, 932 Greely avenue, who has been quite ill, is convalescent. The Linwood Art Club will meet with Mrs. Russel, 620 Franklin avenue, Friday. The Franklin Show, which was put on at the Metropolitan Temple Thursday day evening, was a grand success. Lieut. A. B. Madison of Camp Dodge visited his aunt, Mrs. Mamie Heitz 1829 Park avenue, this week. Mr. and Mrs. William Helm of Emporia, Kans., are visiting Attorney Guy Booker. Miss Trussie Smothers and Anna Smith entertained the L'Allegro Girls at 6 o'clock luncheon last Saturday. Miss Pauline Vaughan, a teacher at the Garrison school, Kansas City, Mo. who has been quite ill for several weeks, was able to resume her duties again this week. Mrs. Addie Kinemore and daughter, Miss Willa, of Little Rock, Ark., were called here because of the illness of Mrs. W. H. Lambright. The entertainment given at the First A. M. E. Church Friday evening by the Buds of Promise was an overwhelming success. TRACK MEET Fored Schools of City, Kansas WOOD PARK Admission 10 cents. in the Chelsea Car to Park) CALDWELL, Starter, RD M. SMITH, Referee, R. WESTMORELAND, Head Judge of Finish. Mrs. H. D. Vorhies and children will return soon from Nashville, Tenn., where they are now visiting Mrs. Vorhies' mother. Mrs. Winifred Jacobs of 2500 North Third street, returned from Atchison, Kans., where she visited parents for several weeks. Mesdames Bush and Jackson were called to Chicago on account of the death of their brother, Mr. James Hancock. The members and friends of Bethel Mission very pleasantly surprised their pastor and wife, Rev. and Mrs. W. M. Enyard, with a pound party on the 20th. Miss Helen Thomas and Mr. James Hamilton were quietly married at the bride's home, 44 South James street, Monday, April 15. Rev. Griffin officiated. The program rendered last Sunday by the Lawrence Forum at the Citizens' Forum was excellent. The meeting was not only well attended but the entire program was appreciated by all those present. Remember our new collector on the Kansas Side, is Mrs. M. T. Biggers, the brilliant wife of the Rev. W. T. Biggers, and that she is the right woman in the right place is being evidenced by the cordial and gratifying manner in which our subscribers are meeting her calls.-Editor THE KANSAS CITY EMBALMING AND CASKET CO. J. W. Jones Manager. Protect your loved ones WORK AND PRICES GUARANTEED 440 State Ave, Kansas City, Kansas. When in Kansas City, Kansas, call on Mrs. Katie Franklin, Proprietress of the BUSY BEE CAFE, for good eats. 430 Minnesota Ave. K. C. K. Mr. G. W. Carson of 3rd and Minne sota avenue, is very sick. NEGROES RESENT CAMP ORDER. Wilson Asked to Countermand Funston "Color Line" Bulletin. Boston, April 21.—A telegram of protest against an order said to have been issued at Camp Funston requesting Negro soldiers and officers not to go where their presence is not desired was addressed to President Wilson today by the National Equal Rights League here. The telegram read: "The National Equal Rights League calls upon you to countermand General Ballou's bulletin, No. 35, for the Ninety-second division, Camp Funston, enjoining officers and soldiers to refrain from going into public places where their presence is resented because of color. "His dictum that asking public service is putting pleasure above the general good is not applied to white soldiers, destroys all civil rights, causes fresh discriminations, fosters race prejudice, humiliates our race and degrades the army uniform." The above news item appearing in the Kansas City Journal this week concisely reviews an event in army circles which has stirred the race throughout the entire country. General Baplou doubtless meant that his recommendation to colored soldiers would produce just the opposite effect from that which followed. His so-called "distum" was advisory rather than imperative. He appreciated an existing condition and evidently preferred to molify it rather than aggravate it. His course was wrong even though his intentions were right. Being of the "big man" type the General did not fully understand the galling rasp of the race prejudice either from the colored man's experience or its despicable unreasonableness from the "little" white man's feelings. As a result such an order emanating from mite General's office would only have the effect of increasing the trouble which the General sought to Ameliorate. The "Little White Men" would be all the more upon the alert for presumptious acts of colored men and would construe every motion as tending toward "social equality." That's really where the trouble all starts. If colored men remain away from every place where their presence is resented on account of their color they will have no place upon the Earth at all. The "Little White Men" resent every time they see a Colored man anywhere, especially if he looks intelligent and holds his head up. That's what makes them so "little." It is to these "Little White Men" both in the army and out that fatherly advice ought to be given. They are the ones who need official spanking. They have needed it for a long time and have grown almost to the point of thinking they are too big to be even called down. Preparation for war against a national foe is not a social matter and is no place for the agitation of race distinction. In the trenches of France the blood of the white and the black will be mingled in equally heroic sacrifice. The training camps are not pink tea quarters by any means. The white soldiers should be so instructed by their superiors. 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The conductor was checking up his books preparatory to a quick leave when the car reached the barn. With the right of way clear the popular automobile of the poor people was insured a fast voyage. But alas! A barrel of apples stood innocently in front of a corner grocery. Along came a small boy. In an instant the barrel was overturned and hundreds of apples rolled into the street. The motorman's grin changed to sardonic laughter. Passengers silently cursed and the conductor knew he'd be late at home. There were cold suppers that night. The motorman could not start the car until the apples were gathered. "In springtime a young boy's fancy lightly turns to thoughts of mischief." Couldn't Get Cocktail Because of Her Uniform NEW YORK.—A tall, dignified woman, of what might be termed the interesting age to avoid trouble, walked into the Park Avenue hotel's dining room with a couple of friends, and by way of introducing luncheon ordered cocktails for the party. "I am sorry. down on the prohibition issue. She demanded that George C. Brown, who bosses everything around the place, be called. She laid the case before him. Brown took a peep at the uniform and sustained the waiter. "Women have the same privileges and the same responsibilities that men have now," he said. "The government doesn't know the difference between a warrior in khaki and a warriorress, and they'd send me over for a year for gratifying the most beautiful thirst in America if it wore uniform." At dinner that night a perfectly cool lady in khaki was waiting calmly on a sofa before the dining room for the hapless Brown to come back. Brown, according to a late report, went to his room via a fire escape. Court Rules Woman's Toilet "Trash" Is Necessary RICHFORD, N. Y.—Young men call them foolish frills. Husbands call them trash. Women call them make-up. But, hereafter, soap and perfume that are to be found on millady's dressing table are to have legal standing that the $9 weekly he was paying for her support was insufficient in these panicky times of war and costly living to keep her in the necessities of life. "But she spends it all on trash—fancy soap, face powder, and all that trash," began Whelan. Just then the judge cleared his throat, frowned down upon him and brought the complaining husband to a sudden stop. "Yes, they're trash, but they're a customary part of a woman's upkeep." Whelan agreed that he would pay the sum, although the decision had not changed his opinion in the least. Detroit Tommy's Revenge on His Doting Mother TOLEDO.—There are no grounds to believe that Tommie McDuffie of Detroit ever read the adventures of that juvenile philosopher "Penrod Scofield" and yet the completeness of his revenge on a mother who favored "mildy" been chosen for its impossible combination of equally impossible flowers, a white silk shirt waist, somewhat soiled in front where a piece of "lick'rice" had fallen, a green silk parasol, although it was cold and cloudy, a cretonne knitting bag and, crowning his disguise, a blonde wig. In this garb Tommie swept up to the desk of the Park hotel and registered as "Miss Evelyn Smith Carew, Detroit." The clerk, after viewing the general effect of the prospective guest, was startled on observing "her" hands. They were red, somewhat chapped, grimy and the knuckles seemed to give mute evidence that their owner had been recently playing marbles in a cinder pit. The real Tommie asserted himself at the police station, where a large, red-faced and grinning policeman demanded a kiss. "Say, whatcher doin', kiddin' somebody? I'll bust you with this bumgershoot, you big stiff," was the highly unladylike announcement of Tommie, as his fists clenched. A little later, his injured dignity soothed, Tommie explained the mystery of his appearance. "Mother wanted me to wear middy blouses to sell papers in," the masquerader said. "I wanted a suit of cordroys. Gee! Those middy blouses are nothing for a fellow to wear. I thought if she wanted me to look like a girl I'd go the limit. I got these things a little at a time and then I hid them in the cellar. After I g^ everything I put 'em on and started for Cleveland." GO HOME PAPA YOU LITTLE DEVIL small boy. That chap, ever full of n play a trick that will reap him a good unfortunate victim of the trick. A Sixty-first street car was merrily man had a wide grin on his face. The preparatory to a quick leave when the of way clear the popular automobile a voyage. But alas! A barrel of apples sto- cery. Along came a small boy. In an hundreds of apples rolled into the str sardonic laughter. Passengers silently be late at home. There were cold sup not start the car until the apples were "In springtime a young boy's fancy Couldn't Get Cocktail B NEW YORK.—A tall, dignified woman esting age to avoid trouble, walker room with a couple of friends, and by cocktails for the party. "I am sorry, madam," said the waiter, "but I cannot serve you." "Why not?" "Because you wear the army uniform." The tall, handsome woman wore the khaki of the Medical corps, and was forsooth an officer in the corps, a surgeon bent on going abroad to serve with the Pershing forces. Her blouse was cut English fashion, revealing a tie that sported the golden serpent that is the emblem of the corps. The lady in khaki refused to be turned down on the prohibition issue. She c bosses everything around the place, be- Brown took a peep at the uniform "Women have the same privileges have now," he said. "The government, warrior in khaki and a warrioress, an gratifying the most beautiful thirst in At dinner that night a perfectly on a sofa before the dining room for according to a late report, went to his Court Rules Woman's Toil RICHFORD, N. Y.—Young men call t trash. Women call them make-u that are to be found on milady's dre SOME MEN ARE FOOLISH ENOUGH TO THINK WE CAN LOOK PRETTY WITHOUT POWDER, ROUGE AN' SO ON that the $9 weekly he was paying for panicky times of war and costly living "But she spends it all on trash—trash," began Whelan. Just then the judge cleared his brought the complaining husband to a "Yes, they're trash, but they're a Whelan agreed that he would not changed his opinion in the least. Detroit Tommy's Revenge TOLEDO.—There are no grounds to be ever read the adventures of that and yet the completeness of his rever blouses" for a thirteen-year-old young man when the young man wanted "cord'roys," smacks of that fictional hero's most abandoned crimes. Tommie is in jail in Toledo, and locked up with him is the queerest collection of clothes that a Detroit newsboy ever had the patience to gather and the consummate nerve to wear. He appeared in a ravishing gown of rustling silk, neatly pointed low shoes, with high French heels, silken hose, a flower-pot hat that, apparently, had been chosen for its impossible comb white silk shirtwaist, somewhat sollie had fallen, a green silk parasol, although knitting bag and, crowning his disguis. In this garb Tommie swept up to tered as "Miss Evelyn Smith Carew, general effect of the prospective guest. They were red, somewhat chapped, gmute evidence that their owner had der pit. The real Tommie asserted himself red-faced and grinning policeman do "Say, whatcher donl', kiddin' sorgershoot, you big stiff," was the highl as his fists clenched. the patrons of the street cars are in a joyful mood and the spring sunshine brings out their good nature. They are not harassed by heavy clothing. The green grass peeping through the earth cheers them up and they murmur "This is the life." With the coming of the warm days the street car chauffeur sees a better world. No more wagons on the tracks, no breakdowns, doors that open easily and everything so happy and gay. But, alas, he has not reckoned with the mischief, ever watchful of a chance to laugh and perhaps a "chase" by the bowling along the street. The motorcycle conductor was checking up his books car reached the barn. With the right of the poor people was insured a fast innocently in front of a corner groin instant the barrel was overturned and feet. The motorman's grin changed to cursed and the conductor knew he'd opens that night. The motorman could be gathered. Lightly turns to thoughts of mischief." Because of Her Uniform in, of what might be termed the interd into the Park Avenue hotel's dining way of introducing luncheon ordered C. S. demanded that George C. Brown, who called. She laid the case before him, and sustained the waiter. and the same responsibilities that men doesn't know the difference between a and they'd send me over for a year for America if it wore uniform." cool lady in khaki was waiting calmly he hapless Brown to come back. Brown's room via a fire escape. let "Trash" Is Necessary them foolish frills. Husbands call them p. But, hereafter, soap and perfume issuing table are to have legal standing in court as "a customary part of a woman's upkeep." The decision was handed down by a village police judge here after weighing every side of the question. And, take it from Louis J. Whelan, who must pay an additional dollar each week to his wife because of it, the judicial finding is one that is attracting considerable interest in this village. Whelan, who is a foreman gardener on an estate near here, was summoned into court by his wife, who declared or her support was insufficient in these ing to keep her in the necessities of life, fancy soap, face powder, and all that throat, frowned down upon him and sudden stop, customary part of a woman's upkeep." ay the sum, although the decision had age on His Doting Mother believe that Tommie McDuffie of Detroit juvenile philosopher "Penrod Scofield" age on a mother who favored "middy" GIMME A KISS nation of equally Impossible flowers, and in front where a piece of "lick'rice" brought it was cold and cloudy, a cretonneose, a blonde wig. to the desk of the Park hotel and regist Detroit." The clerk, after viewing the was startled on observing "her" hands, primy and the knuckles seemed to give been recently playing marbles in a cin- elf at the police station, where a large demanded a kiss. mebody? I'll bust you with this bumily unladylike announcement of Tommle THE KANSAS CITY SUN. SATURDAY. APRIL 27. 1918. Training Modern Artillery Officers UNDERWOOD UNDERWOOD OWN at the Const Artillery school at Fort Monroe, Va., Uncle Sam is turning out the latest pattern of modern heavy artillery officers. The National Guard const artillery officers and such of the regular establishment as have not yet been through this school have been ordered down in two sections, the first of which above the level of the gun there is a ten-mile wind blowing straight across the line gun target, the thermometer is up to 85 and the barometer has dropped to 20. Will the projectile hit the target now? Not unless you correct the elevation of the gun for some of these conditions and its laying for the others. How are you going to do it? First, you must find the force with which your projectile cleaves the air. will from left, amou r the ed left curv our the Ta D OWN at the Const school at Fort Mo Uncle Sam is tun the latest pattern ern heavy artillery The National Gur artillery officers a of the regular ment as have not through this sch been ordered dow sections, the first already has been graduated. Upon the Coast Artillery corps has been thrust the burden of handling the heavy ordnance with which the army is equipped, and which in the field will be manipulated by methods more or less resembling the methods already laid down for sea coast ordnance. These methods are far different from those used by the field artillery proper—that is, the light three-inch riles and 4.7-inch howitzers. The present-day heavy artillery officer must be a mathematical shark, a railroad engineer and an expert in handling gasoline motors, besides having an intimate knowledge of gunny, says a writer in the New York Herald. His equipment has changed from the battery commander's ruler of the field artilleryman to a slide rule, a transit and a book of logarithms. In addition he must understand perfectly the manipulation of heavy masses—termed the art of mechanical maneuvers—for his guns will not be securely emplaced in concrete, but will be exposed to the mercles of the open road, with consequent overturnings and sudden shiftings. He must know how to use tackle of all sorts, and in general know all the tricks of the modern contractor. The officers who came down to Fort Monroe were nearly all graduates of the National Guard courses prescribed by the war department and were fully competent to handle seacoast ordnance in the forts to which they were assigned. They thought that their knowledge was ample, and it would have been for this work, perhaps, but after a day or so they found out that while this knowledge was essential to them as basic, it was only the beginning. Gunnery the Big Thing. The big thing, of course, was gunnery. This included a practical knowledge of ballistics—the science of the movement of bodies through the air. Ballistics is a very exact science, and in these days of precision is absolutely essential for the artilleryman. Reduced to language for the layman, it consists in the knowledge of just how far a given piece of ordance will hurl its projectile under all conditions. Very simple, say you. Yes, under standard conditions. Every gun when it is turned out from the maker is known to fire a certain projectile to a certain range at a certain elevation. These data are compiled in tables and are theoretically the same for all guns of the same caliber and model. These tables are known as range tables, and the conditions given for the firing of projectiles for these theoretical ranges are known as range table conditions. Remember this. Now some of the principal range table conditions or assumptions are that the earth is flat and does not revolve; that the atmospheric conditions are standard; that there is no wind; that the gun and target are on the same level, and that the action of gravity is constant throughout the trajectory. All well and good. We know that our gun, then, will fire its projectile, let us say 10,000 yards, under range table conditions. In other words, given the above conditions, it will, if properly laid in direction, hit a target 10,000 yards away. But unfortunately for us the earth is not flat, our target is 10,000 yards away, and 200 feet TAKEN FROM EXCHANGES Owing to difficulties in transportation from India, Great Britain is suffering from shortage of cottonseed, and oil cake for dairy cows is steadily rising in price. The large sugar estate owned and managed for some years at Calamba by the Dominican friars has been purchased for $1,000,000 for Japanese sugar capitalists. This is the largest project yet undertaken in the island by Japanese business men. above the level of the gun there is a ten-mile wind blowing straight across the line gun target, the thermometer is up to 85 and the barometer has dropped to 20. Will the projectile hit the target now? Not unless you correct the elevation of the gun for some of these conditions and its laying for the others. How are you going to do it? First, you must find the force with which your projectile cleaves the air. This is called the ballistic co-efficient, and is reduced by a simple formula to a figure. Knowing the weight of the projectile, its form and its diameter the ballistic co-efficient is easily calculated. The Air as a Check. You have now taken the first step. You have the force of projectile to penetrate the atmosphere under standard conditions. But this force varies with the atmosphere. On a heavy, muggy day the atmosphere is dense, and you will be surprised the checking effect it will have on your projectile. By means of elaborate tables one can find just what this effect is, and we apply it to the original formula. Also in the atmospheric factor is included the temperature, for in hot weather our powder charge when ignited exerts more strength in decomposing into gases than it does on a cold day. So far so good. What about this troublesome wind that is blowing? If it blows against the projectile it checks it; if with it, it helps it along. So we have two varying factors, which the ballistician juggles by utilizing trigonometry until he gets them in terms where he can once more change his ballistic co-efficient, making it larger or smaller as the wind impedes or accelerates the projectile. Not quite so easy as you thought, is it? But we are not through yet. We know that under range table conditions our propelling charge has a force that gives the projectile an initial velocity of so many foot seconds, say 2.250. But our powder has been stored in a dugout whose temperature is not normal, so by more figuring we find out just what this real velocity for the day is. Now we can begin to figure what elevation the gun must have to travel that 10,000 yard path to the target. By dividing our old friend C, as the ballistic co-efficient is termed, by the distance in feet that the projectile must travel, we get a reference number. This number, we take with us and bury our noses in more tables until we find opposite this number in a column headed by the muzzle velocity another number. This number, multiplied by C again, gives us the sine of twice the angle of departure. A quick glance into a table of logarithmic sines gives this to us, and dividing by two we have a figure in degrees and minutes that represents the angle which the gun must be elevated from the horizontal to send its projectile 10,000 yards today. Wait a minute. Our target is 200 feet above the level of the gun. Also because of the curvature of the earth this 200 feet height has been reduced somewhat. So once more we delve into mathematics to correct the curvature of the earth and height of site of the target. The result we subtract from the angle found, and this time our gun is ready for business. Is it? No; it is not so easy. The influence of the Rift The influence of the Rising. Every rifled piece of ordnance imparts a twist to its projectile, and this twist causes the projectile to deviate from its course. In our service this deviation, called drift, is to the right, and is in ratio with the range. It is constant, therefore, for each range, and we find it very easily, either by mathematical computation or from drift tables. Also we go back to our wind problem and find what effect the wind Englmd, accepting men of nineteen to forty-one, inclusive, has 3,000,000 soldiers in the field. Germany, accepting men of eighteen and forty-five, inclusive, has 5,000,000. Germany's permanent disables are said to be 3,500,000, or at the rate of 1,000,000 a year. King George rules over more Mohammedans than the sultan of Turkey, over more Jews than there are in Palestine and over more negroes than any other sovereign who is not a native of Africa. will have in pushing the projectile from its course, either to the right or left. These two corrections are brought together and determine the amount in degrees and minutes that the muzzle of the gun must be shifted from the target to the right or left in order that the projectile will curve toward its goal. At last we have our gun controlled so that it will hit the target. Tarry just a moment. A gun, the text books tell us, is the simplest form of gas engine. Did you ever know two gas engines of the same model that acted allike? Neither will two guns of the same model. If you have an automobile you know that the piston rings wear out, allowing gases to escape, and thus reducing the force with which the piston is forced down. Also the cylinder becomes scored with the same result. Now, if you fire your gun many times the same thing happens. The projectile is the piston and the retaining band of copper the piston ring that seals the bore. If the bore is cored or if the rotating bands are not perfect a certain escape of gases occurs and the flight of the projectile is consequently affected. Again, there may be a difference in the weight of powder charges or in the weight of the projectiles, which will give slight variations in the flight of the projectiles. So that the battery commander must know the dispersion of each piece. This he finds out from observation of his shots, and it changes as the gun grows older. By figuring the deviation of a certain group of projectiles from the target, and which are known as trial shots or fire for adjustment, he finds out what is known as the mean error of the gun. This, multiplied by the factor .845, well known to students of probabilities, gives the mean probable error. Multiplying by two, the result in yards is what is known as the 50 per cent zone, within which 50 per cent of his projectiles will fall. This computation is done longitudinally and latitudinally, giving a certain oblong strip. If the center of this strip can be placed on the target by observation of fire the battery commander has done all that he can, and may now open fire for effect. Four times the 50 per cent zone gives the 100 per cent zone, within which practically all his shots will fall. Knowledge of these zones is all important. By this means he can figure out how near he can come to our own first line trenches without murdering our infantry, and, what is almost as important, when it is necessary to save ammunition he can easily compute how many shots will be necessary to make a certain number of hits on a given target. And what about camouflage? The enemy airplanes are on the alert and all gun positions must be disguised. The battery commander must be a master of camouflage, able to erect shelters and under their cover to build his emplacements, while by the exercise of discipline he restrains his men from making tracks about the positions which will give away to the allseeing eye of the camera in the air the fact that guns are mounted there. So that is why the student outers at Fort Monroe blistered their hands and strained their backs erecting camouflages and digging dugouts and bombproofs; that is why they dove and crawled under motortrucks and delved into differentials and gear cases, emerging dirty and grimy, but happy; that is why they toiled for hours at night, working out lengthy problems in trigonometry until angies danced before their eyes when they tried to sleep and endless chains of logarithms curved themselves through their brain cells. A London cat, officially know as the "King's cat," is the only one in the Kingdom to receive an allowance from the treasury. He inhabits the Record office and 13 cents a week is spent for his meat. For the unit of woman telephone operators to be sent to France a distinctive uniform is being provided. Salaries range from $60 to $125 a month, with allowance for rations and quarters. Successful applicants must speak both French and English with ease. NATIONAL CAPITAL AFFAIRS Capital City Full of Uniforms Without Glitter WASHINGTON.—Washington, in a few central respects, must in these days remind a Civil war veteran of the time when the capital swarmed with the soldiers of the Union. There were certainly never more generals and public institution. Not a sword at a man's side—not a gun on a man's shoulder! Gold lace conspicuous by its absence—from soldiers, though to be sure, the admirals are still permitted to wear it. All the people bustling madly about like a lot of bank messengers or parcel boys, intent upon nothing but business. Instead of soldiers bivouacked on vacant lots, as in the Civil war, Washington is full of great barracklike, temporary buildings, mostly made of some kind of stucco, though some are of wood, within which hundreds of women are writing in a whirling fashion on typewriters. Mixed up with these women are men in these drab suits, either superintending or interfering with their operations. This war, so far as the casual visitor at Washington can observe, is being fought by a woman with a typewriter. All the space that was occupied during the Civil war by the war department and all its officers, clerks and servants would scarcely suffice today for one of the numerous bureaus of the department which were entirely undiscovered in 1865. And consider that in 1861-65 the typewriter did not exist, and that every letter, order, memorandum, record and reference was written by hand! Patron of Sand Art Reminds of Other Pictures Patron of Sand Art Reminds of Other Pictures THERE is one woman in this town for whom Michael Angelo lived in vain. You couldn't call it a personal grudge, seeing she had never heard tell of him until another woman happened to say things about his art—and at ralling with a companion who had kept loving step with her womanhood until they came to a cemetery gate. Then she began to recall past pictures. Here's one: A blue sea billowing into a beach, with two soldiers drawing straight lines on the sand to let the waves know how far they may roll in. His Royal Foolishness, inside the lines, sits in his throne chair to see that the sea obeys his orders, and while he does it the breakers crash in—and in—and in; over the lines, up to the throne chair—as if any Canute that ever lived can hope to own a world that belongs to the people thereof— Here's a better one: A park in Syracuse, with Archimedes on a bench drawing mathematical circles in the sand. You can see that the Roman invader rushing toward him is about to cut him down, and that Archimedes knows it. But there are more important things to be considered. "Don't spoil the circle!" You can hear his warning cry as his blood soaks into the sand, but you know that Archimedes did not die, because he is living now. And will keep on living so long as there is an earth and men on it, with stars above and waters beneath, and— This is the best one of all: Another place of sand—with a white-robed Figure stooping to write a sentence— Changes Wrought in Washington by the War Changes Wrought in Washington by the War PENNSYLVANIA avenue used to be a stately thoroughfare on which you could promenade nonchalantly from the capitol to the White House, viewing at leisure the massive government buildings, the souvenirs in the curio dreamily along in your open barrouche on a Sunday afternoon with an occasional nod to a passing cabinet officer or congressman; now it is a North sea, where on a splendid spring Sabbath is mobilized a fleet of allied "joy wagons" that strive constantly for the same privilege of pursuing the even tenor of their way unmolested. If the city of Washington is ever threatened by an unexpected invasion, as was Paris in the early days of the war, the secretary of war has only to commandeer the motorcars in the District of Columbia as Gallieni mobilized the taxicabs of Paris, and he can rush up troops enough from Camp Meade and Camp Melgs and marines from Quantico, Va., to save the day. What She Thought About the Early Spring Hat SHE looked as if she had stepped out of a fashion sheet into the car. Being a sunshiny day with chill streaks in it, she had combined a fur coat that rippled down to boot tops of gray kid with a hat of glazed gray straw guarded coated in a weave that began somewhere in New England as Persian lamb, voiced criticism with a loudness that showed for excellent lungs. "Well, sir, before I'd wear a light straw hat on a cold day like this, with a fur coat like that, I'd stay home. Don't look worried over it, neither." "Well, it's the fashion—an' you gotta follow fashion if you got the spons—everybody does. I think it's kinder stylish, myself. Must be cold to the head, though." "I should say so. You don't hafter wear straw hats before Easter just because the stores put 'em in the wind'rs. A woman with all them clothes oughta sure have some scraps home to make herself a warm hat for weather like this. Before I'd come out in a summer hat like that on a day like this I'd cut off a piece of my coat and make me a turb'n—you can get any shape you want for ten cents." "My gracious, woman, you wouldn't, ruln a dandy coat like that, would you? That coat cost money—and look at Daisy Blankers. She had on a white straw hat at the movies the other night." "She's nothin' to go by—the poor coot—only gettin' five a week and wearin' yell'r shoes almost up to her knee jints! That woman looks as if she made good money—but all I gotta say is she don't show sense to match." But she did have more to say, only—enough is always enough. A man in a uniform public institution. Not a sword at a shoulder! Gold lace conspicuous by to be sure, the admirals are still permit madly about like a lot of bank messening but business. Instead of soldiers Civil war, Washington is full of gros mostly made of some kind of stucco, the hundreds of women are writing in a war up with these women are men in these interfering with their operations. The at Washington can observe, is being f All the space that was occupied duement and all its officers, clerks and ser one of the numerous bureaus of the covered in 1865. And consider that in and that every letter, order, memorandy by hand! Patron of Sand Art Reel THERE is one woman in this town for You couldn't call it a personal gru of him until another woman happened that, all she did was to claim that no painter ever made better pictures than the ones she saw on the beach at Atlantic City. There are times when argument is so much language gone to waste, and this seemed to be one of the times, besides: The woman who had backed Angelo knew that the patron of sand art was visioning with memory-eyes, some dabber under the board walk, who was doing fat angels and things to the fall of nickels, while she leaned over the railing with a companion who had kept they came to a cemetery gate. The Here's one: A blue sea billowing in straight lines on the sand to let the w His Royal Foolishness, inside the lines the sea obeys his orders, and while he and in; over the lines, up to the three lived can hope to own a world that be Here's a better one: A park in S drawing mathematical circles in the invader rushing toward him is about to knows it. But there are more importa "Don't spoil the circle!" This is the best one of all: Another place of sand—with a w sentence— Changes Wrought in W PENNSYLVANIA avenue used to be could promenade nonchalantly from ing at leisure the massive government dreamly along in your open barouchee sional nod to a passing cabinet officer i where on a splendid spring Sabbath i ons" that strive constantly for the sam of their way unmolested. If the city of Washington is ever as was Paris in the early days of the commandeer the motorcars in the Dist the taxicabs of Paris, and he can rush and Camp Meigs and marines from Q What She Thought About SHE looked as if she had stepped out a sunshiny day with chill streaks a rippled down to boot tops of gray kid w in front by a steel quill cut in the shape of a sword. But you can't always tell what sort of impression you are going to make on the everyday human mind. Two passengers—good-hearted, double-chinned daughters of the people—seated across, considering Madam Fashion Sheet from the viewpoint of wearers of tabby black velvet hats bought last fall to wear until warm springtime—and maybe after. The one who was pony-skinned whispered admiring astonishment, but the other, coated in a weave that began somehow voiced criticism with a loudness that "Well, sir, before I'd wear a light a fur coat like that, I'd stay home. D "Well, it's the fashion—an' you spons—everybody does. I think it's k the head, though." "I should say so. You don't haift because the stores put 'em in the wi oughta sure have some scraps home to like this. Before I'd come out in a su I'd cut off a piece of my coat and mai you want for ten cents." "My gracious, woman, you would you? That coat cost money—and loo white straw hat at the movies the oth "She's nothin' to go by—the poo wearin' yell'r shoes almost up to her admirals on the streets in 1861-65 than there are today, writes "Nomad" in the Boston Transcript. Uniforms are as numerous on Connecticut avenue as civilian suits. The atmosphere of the place is military. But the Civil war veteran, suddenly dropped down in Washington now, would not know the city for a war city nevertheless. This drab dress, this intensely neutral cloth, would not represent soldiering to him at all. It would seem to betoken some sort of custodianship at a club or a a man's side—not a gun on a man's by its absence—from soldiers, though tatted to wear it. All the people bustling agers or parcel boys, intent upon noth- bivouacked on vacant lots, as in the heat barracklike, temporary buildings, though some are of wood, within which whirling fashion on typewriters. Mixed use drab suits, either superintending or its war, so far as the casual visitor ought by a woman with a typewriter. during the Civil war by the war depart- rants would scarcely suffice today for department which were entirely undis- 1861-65 the typewriter did not exist, dum, record and reference was written minds of Other Pictures for whom Michael Angelo lived in vain, judge, seeing she had never heard tell to say things about his art—and at edw/org it loving step with her womanhood until men she began to recall past pictures. into a beach, with two soldiers drawing waves know how far they may roll in. as, sits in his throne chair to see that does it the breakers crash in—and in— one chair—as if any Canute that ever relongs to the people thereof— Syracuse, with Archmedes on a bench sand. You can see that the Roman to cut him down, and that Archmedes ant things to be considered. this blood soaks into the sand, but you cause he is living now. And will keep a and men on it, with stars above and white-robed Figure stooping to write a Washington by the War be a stately thoroughfare on which you in the capitol to the White House, view- buildings, the souvenirs in the curto shops, the marble statuary and the creeping trolleys. It still has the same old shooting galleries, and the "rooms for 50 cents," and the hand-painted Martha Washington china plates and the miniature Washington monuments, with thermometers attached, in the shop windows, but Pennsylvania today is an Applan way along which surges constantly a continual stream of elbowing, energetic, endless humanity and vehicles. Potomac park used to be a place where you could ride e on a Sunday afternoon with an occa- cior congressman; now it is a North sea, is mobilized a fleet of allied "joy wag- ne privilege of pursuing the even tenor threatened by an unexpected invasion, war, the secretary of war has only to strict of Columbia as Gallieni mobilized up troops enough from Camp Meade Quantico, Va., to save the day. Out the Early Spring Hat of a fashion sheet into the car. Being in it, she had combined a fur coat that with a hat of glazed gray straw guarded YOU'VE COTTA FOLLOW FASHIONS YOU KNOW there in New England as Persian lamb, showed for excellent lungs. straw hat on a cold day like this, with don't look worried over it, neither." gotta follow fashion if you got the blinder stylish, myself. Must be cold to ter wear straw hats before Easter just and'rs. A woman with all them clothes to make herself a warm hat for weather summer hat like that on a day like this like me a turb'n—you can get any shape n't ruin a dandy coat like that, would look at Daisy Blankers. She had on a her night." or coot—only gettin' five a week and knotted. That was cool. TOGETHER How close we draw in this our time of trial, All patient comrades in a dedicated land! Now rich and poor are one in self-denial! The brave North grips the brave South by the hand. So small it is, the world that bleeds and suffers! Sea-sundered folk united in one dream, Sending thier Best on the crusade that offers, Their rainbow banners following the Gleam! How old the call of justice and of Honor To generous hearts, good men and women true! But with the badge of Righteousness upon her, All Freedom armed to conquer War- how new! How great the victory of Peace we strive for In brotherhood, the welding of the free! At last TOGETHER one ideal we live for, America, England, France, the glorious Three! -Abbie Farwell Brown of The Vigilantes. Value of Entertainment of Soldiers Proved When Band Is Sent From U. S. A letter recently received in this country from Col. William Hayward, former New York public service commissioner, illustrating the value of entertainment for soldiers, describes the sensation produced in France by a negro band from the United States, whose membership also included musicians from Cuba and Porto Rico. The cost of organizing the band and sending it to France was $10,000, which was paid by Daniel G. Reid. When subscriptions were being raised Mr. Reid was the first man asked to contribute. He asked the total amount required, and when told $10,000, he is said to have remarked: "Till pay the whole check." The band is headed by Lieutenant Europe, who before the war days conducted the orchestra of the Forty-fourth street theater roof. Colonel Hayward in his letter also said: "A lot of things are no fun, and one year ago I would have thought them unendurable. But what heathen we will be when it is all over! I shall not know how to act in polite society or what to do with the ordinary paraphernalia of civilization, like toilets, baths, club chairs. Umbrellas are obsolete. Do they still have them anywhere? Rain means nothing but a little bit—not much—deeper mud. Still nobody has any kick to squeal about, and all hands are so pleased to think they weren't left at home out of this beautiful party that optimism reigns supreme. Of course we know absolutely nothing about the war or how it's going except in our own little neck of the woods, and really don't care. "Our band is the most wonderful thing over here. I don't believe any money ever bought as much pleasure and happiness for human beings as did Daniel G. Reld's in this instance." Mother's Cook Book War-Time Foods. Every woman who is at all patriotic these days is planning, studying and inquiring about foods; how to feed the family well on wholesome food and use the substitutes for flour, meat, fat and sugar that she is expected to provide. Those of us who wish to be on good terms with ourselves must be especially careful to follow our government's requests in regard to food. Barley Muffins. Take one cupful of buttermilk or sour milk, one tablespoonful of sirup, one egg, two tablespoonfuls of corn oil or any other vegetable fat; a teaspoonful of soda, two tablespoonfuls of baking powder, a teaspoonful of salt, and two cupfuls of sifted barley flour. Bake in well-greased gem pans 25 minutes in a moderate oven. Barley flour makes excellent pastry without the addition of wheat flour. In using barley when baking powder is used, increase the quantity of the baking powder slightly. Potato Yeast Bread. Take three cupfuls of hot mashed potato, firmly packed when measured, two teaspoonfuls each of salt, fat and sugar, a half a yeast cake dissolved in a fourth of a cupful of lukewarm water, and six cupfuls of wheat flour. Put a third of a cupful of hot water with the salt, fat and sugar in a bowl, add the potato, mix well; add the yeast and one cupful of flour; knead or stir in the flour at first, adding one cupful at a time; it will be very stiff at the last, but with good kneading it will be smooth. The second kneading, because of the moisture in the potato, will be soft; add no more flour. When it is light, knead into loaves and when again light, bake in a moderate oven one hour. This makes two loaves of moist palatable bread. And potatoes contain about 80 per cent water, if no water is used, four cupfuls of flour will be sufficient, but it will take patience to knead it, but the results will be good. Oatmeal Bread. Pour a cupful of scalded skim milk and one cupful of water over a cupful of oatmeal; let stand until luke warm; add a tablespoonful of sugar, a teaspoonful of salt, a half a yeast cake, and flour to knead. This bread will rise quickly. Mold into loaves and bake in a moderate oven one hour. This makes two loaves. Nessie Maxwell WHEN RUSSIA FAILS Don't Despair! Every cause has a weak member. Every great faith some irresponsible doubt. Every strong law some undisciplined dental. So the world goes on. Finding success through failure. How many times have you failed? Not all of you, part of you. Yet you couldn't stop. Neither can the world at war. Russia is a reminder. Where is our personal organization weak? How much does ignorance hold us back? Are you surrendering confidence to suspicion. Is selfishness blinding us to our whole human duty? Are we bedeviled with "cold feet" and a "hot head?" We say: "Poor Russia, or rotten Russia," according to our sympathy or our prejudice. "We know how Russia feels, because we've known discord and disorder in our own hearts—before the steady mind took firm control. Russia is the world's big example in unfitness. Don't blame Russia, but avoid Russia's misfortune. Let's study Russia and stop whatever in us is Russian disorder. Russia is translating suffering into strength, ignorance into wisdom, vanity into sanity. Probably doing the best she can; blind and broken as she is. It is easy to say: "Take out a czar and put in a man of the people." It is just as easy to say: "Take out a carbuncle of corruption and put in the contentment of perfect health." It is an instant theory; an endless and distressing operation. So the world waits and struggles, cursing or praying over the delay and the disgrace. Russia seems to have been inevitable—a chapter of experience the allied world had to read. Pig Skins, Now Wasted, Good For Shoes, Finest Saddlery, And Fancy Leather Articles There has been an enormous decrease in cattle and hogs in the United States and elsewhere. There are 4,000,000 fewer hogs in this country than there were a year ago. Hogs play a most important part in the present crisis. The losses from cholera have been enormous, and the government is sending hog cholera experts into the states to help in the work of cholera control. There is one source of loss that should be considered, and it does not pertain to disease, writes George H. Glover of the Colorado Agricultural college. Leather is scarce, and in the countries that have been the longest in war, the scarcity of leather is possibly causing the most concern. Pig skins are wasted and they make the finest of leather. It has been tested, and found to be highly satisfactory for shoes and it makes the finest saddle and fancy leather goods. The rind on pork chops is not necessary, in the modern methods of curing meats. It is paid for by the consumer, is a total loss, and is a constant menace because of the fact that uncooked pork rinds in garbage spread hog cholera. Of all the domesticated animals the hog is the most prolific, makes the greatest gains, provides the greatest variety of food products, thrives on the greatest variety of foods and ordinarily gives the quickest returns on the investment. At the present time nothing should be wasted. Why not save the pig skin? Some Postscripts. A small opening in one side of a new tobacco pouch enables pipes to be filled easily without waste. Italy has been gradually increasing its production of lignite until last year more than 1,500,000 tons were mined. Engineers in Norway are planning to consolidate and unite several small waterfalls to obtain 200,000 hydroelectric horsepower in one plant. A paper cap has been invented to be fastened to the end of a cigar as it is made to insure its sanitary condition and also to serve as an advertising band. Half Million for Muskrat Skins. The annual fur auction at St. Louis closed with sales totaling approximately $3,350,000. A lot of 710,000 muskrats brought $500,000. Many of the skins brought $1.50 each, an average price for good pelts being 75 cents. A few years ago muskrats skins sold on the market as low as 5 cents each. A collection of beaver brought $25 per skin and the small lot of marten from Alaska set a record price of $57 each. Extraordinarily high prices paid this year were said to be due to the high quality of furs. More than 350 buyers from all parts of the world attended the sale. THE KANSAS CITY SUN, SATURDAY, APRIL 27, 1918. No use to cry over Russia's spilled milk. But very important to prevent a similar catastrophe in our own lives. Russia's deficit changes the world balance. What is our shortage? Russia's wasn't 100 per cent. She's trying mighty hard to get out of the 50-50 class. Realizing the rulous futility of serving a dozen masters, Russia is trying to become master of herself. Can we say as much?—You and I? What is our little pet personal despotism? Have we cast it out, in the name of efficiency and perfect fitness for the world service calling us? Russia is the sore toe of the allied cause. Makes the whole movement of humanity stumble. Has our personal patriotism a sore toe—or a broken arm, or a lost voice? Is our sympathy bandaged over one eye? Is our loyalty punctured? Is our first duty to humanity a victim of prejudice, procrastination or perversity? Russia is an awful warning! The greatest thing in the world today is to be right and ready! That's the least we owe to the Biggest Cause. Be fit to go forward with the true faith. Every man must see his own heart. Every man must put his mind in order to square with the great fact: a kaiserless world. Russia has shown us the way, by falling down in it. Today is the day our own soul must decide! Not half way. Not roundabout. Not by compromise or contradiction. Not by secret treaties with our personal despot. Not by any style of self-camouflage. Today—We must go the whole way! Give up all to win all! Call it the Day of Consecration—and remember Russia! JUST TO LAUGH Undisturbed. "We must learn to pay no attention to life's annoyances." "That's what I'm doing. I've gotten so that the alarm clock can ring every morning without my noticing it." That's True. "There is one thing in nature which human enterprise has never yet utilized." "What is that?" "The hoarse power of a cold." "There is one thing in nature which human enterprise has never utilized." "What is that?" "The hoarse power of a cold." Determination "Yes. The dear girl is a perfect martyr. The fact that she toes in besides being a trifle bow-legged doesn't prevent her from wearing her skirts just as short as anybody's." The Trimmings. A peroxide-wigged manicure turned her "Anna Held" eyes on the patron before her and asked: "Shall I trim you close?" He smiled back and said: "Well, you might leave me enough for carfare home." Agreement. "Do your constituents a gr ee with you?" A "I hadn't thought about that," replied Senator Sorghum. "But I am mighty careful to agree with them." Divided Authority. "Who is really boss in your home?" inquired the abrupt person. "Well," replied Mr. Meekton. "Of course, Henrietta assumes command of the pug dog and the canary. But I can say pretty much what I like to the goldfish." Layout for Vegetable Garden; Provides for Family of Five. Here is an estimate for the layout of a vegetable garden to feed a family of five, requiring a piece of ground between one-third and one-half an acre: Tomatoes, 24 plants; peppers and eggplants, 12 each; summer squashes, 5 hills; winter squashes, cucumbers, muskmelons, 6 hills each; watermelons, 3 hills; pole limas, 12 hills. Other vegetables in lineal feet: Radishes, 10; lettuce, 20; peas, 100; string beans, 100; dwarf limas, 50; sweet corn, 400; chard and kale, for family use, 50 each; early potatoes, 100; late potatoes, 600; cabbage, 150; cauliflower, 50; onions, beets and carrots, 200 each; celery, 100; parsnips, 125; rutabagas, 75; salisfy, 100. For chicken feed: Sunflower, 100; chard and kale, 150 each; mangle-wurzel, 200; field corn in rest of available space—Country Gentleman. WHAT CAN WE DO? FOR SLENDER LITTLE GIRLS A --- War Savings and Thrift Stamps. During the month of February the receipts coming into the treasury department through the sale of War Savings and Thrift stamps totaled $41,000,000. It is reported that they average now about $2,000,000 a day. Returns from the same source in England were $87,000,000. The War Savings and Thrift stamps give everyone a chance to be "in" on the great business of winning the war. They are a fine investment and within the reach of everyone. Congress set $2,000,000,000 as the amount to be raised by this means for the year. If this amount is reached it will cover the entire cost of the government's shipbuilding program for the year. It has now from this source enough revenue daily to build 10,000 tons of shipping and altogether has received to date funds for building 420,000 tons, or 84 ships of 5,000 tons each. Our strength in this war has not made itself felt yet as it will be felt. Great reserves of it will be forthcoming. We have hardly felt the pinch of the war yet. In the War Savings and Thrift stamps we have an opportunity to all take a hand in building ships, and they must be built. Besides this the Thrift stamps are educating people, especially young people and children, to save and to use money for investment instead FOR SLEN LITT For the occasions that require her to dress-up a bit there are pretty frocks of crepe georgette and volle that will make the little girl look her best this summer. From her eighth to her fourteenth or fifteenth year she is apt to be a very slim, long limbed little person with a good many angles that are prominent and need to be well considered when it comes to choosing her clothes. Since there are designers who specialize in clothes for children the needs of the thin little girl and the needs of the fat little girl have been given expert attention—and the problems of distraught mothers solved for them. Here is a dress of fine veille shown on a slim little girl of eleven that will bear study. It is in two pieces—a skirt and a long blouse, thereby disposing once for all of that bugbear in children's clothes—the waistline—by leaving it out of the reckoning. The skirt is suspended from a short underbodice, gathered on to it and fastened in the back. It is moderately full and has a two-inch tuck above the Jacketa and Skirta. That jackets will be short rather than long seems to be a foregone conclusion, judging by the South-wear fashions, and etons and boleros are decidedly in evidence. Not only suits but dresses, too, are seen in these eton and bolero styles, and very smart and youthful are these effects worn over blouses of crepe organdle. Jacket and coat sleeves are narrow and close-fitting and in wrist length; skirts, too, are modeled with conservation of material very much in mind, for they are cut decidedly narrow and fairly short, though not as short as some fashionable skirts of last season. The average width of modish skirts is about one and one-half yards around and the length from four to six inches off the ground. --- of spending it for things they do not really need. Lack of thrift, in this direction, seemed to be almost a universal falling before the war. Accumulating Thrift stamps is likely to establish the habit of saving in young people and children. Work Which Only Women Can Do. Whatever our other activities, we must "go on with our knitting," in a very literal sense. Sox, sweaters, wristlets, and bands and then more sox will be needed in far greater numbers than ever before. Surgical dressing and bandages, also, must be supplied by the shipload, and food must be conserved. In these affairs the world leans on women for support. But if each woman gives a little time systematically to Red Cross work and looks after the conservation of food in her own home, the great total of achievement will do the work and fill needs depending on us. Our part is easy compared to that of the soldiers and sailors. It is amazing that there are women, with time and means at their disposal, who, because they have no relatives in the army or navy, are taking no interest, much less any active part in the work to be done. They are not worth fighting for, and should be held up to the scorn they deserve. Now is the time when cold selfishness will betray itself. NDER TLE GIRLS three-inch hem. These give it a little weight and flare at the bottom where it is precisely even in length and reaches to the knees. It is the blouse that reveals the cleverness of its designer. Its body hangs from a very short yoke, gathered quite full over the shoulders. The body of the blouse is smocked in three rows of smocking where it joins the shirred yoke. It is usual this season to use one or more colored silks in doing the smocking on white frocks and these little bits of color are very childish and pretty on dresses for all little girls. There are two pockets at the bottom of the blouse with smocking across the top and buttons that repeat the color used in the smocking. They are set on purely as a finish for the blouse fastens with snap fasteners. The collar which is of wash satin is like them in color and the sleeves are plain—three-quarter length. Georgette Bloeses Trimmed in Val. "If you haven't seen the new blouses of crepe georgette, trimmed in val lace, you are missing something," said a blouse buyer who has just returned from the Eastern markets. "They are very enticing, and are shown in regular, as well as slip-over style." According to this same authority, the rage for filet, both real and imitation, continues, and some pretty models are slip-overs with sailor collars trimmed in filet. Some of the new georgettes have little collars of white mousselline de sole, which launers very satisfactorily. The freshest, prettiest of the new blouses are of net, in white and light shades. Batiste and volle are very popular for the high-necked ones, of which there are a great many shown. DADDY'S EVENING FAIRY TALE BY MARY GRAHAM BONNER WILD MISS LIONESS. "Ah, my mane, my mane," said Mr Llon, roaring in rather a low voice for KT "Your mane, you mane," sneered Miss Lioness. "What are you behaving so foolishly for over your mane?" "What, indeed?" asked Mr. Lion. "You can't understand, nor can you appreciate what it is to have a mane You're jealous of it, and you're jealous of me." "They Bore Me You're jealous of it, and you're jealous of me." "Nothing of the sort!" roared Miss Lioness. "I'm not jealous of your foolish man. Do you suppose indies who come to the zoo are jealous of their husbands who may wear beards? Certainly not; they wouldn't wear beards if they could." "How do you know?" asked Mr. Lion. "Did you ever ask them?" "No, I didn't," said Miss Lioness. "I wouldn't insult them by asking such a question. It's just as insulting as when you ask me if I'm not jealous of your mane. And now that I come to think of it, you didn't even ask me if I felt jealous of it. You simply said that I was jealous of it! That was most annoying and extremely rude of you!" Miss Lioness looked very angry. "Maybe what you say is true," said Mr. Lion, "but still I can't help believing that you must be jealous of my mane. Think how long it took to be perfect—not until I was a full-grown lion. Then my mane became quite perfect. And that is how it is now. I am of age and my mane is perfect." "You're conceited, that's sure enough," said Miss Lioness. "Well, you must be pretty conceited yourself, or you'd be unhappy because you haven't a mane." "I don't understand what you are talking about," said Miss Lioness. "I'll tell you, then," said Mr. Lion. "I must be patient with you, for I am a lion when you are only a lioness—not nearly so fine." But Miss Lioness looked so wild at that speech that Mr. Lion said: "Don't fuss and fume so. I'll tell you what I meant. In the first place you must be conceited and proud of yourself to be quite satisfied without having a mane. You must think a great deal of yourself. And in the second place, if you were not so conceited you'd be unhappy because you'd miss having a beautiful mane. "Too absurd," said Miss Lioness. "Then you think it would be nice if I were unhappy?" "Oh, no," said Mr. Lion. "I didn't mean to say that." "But you practically did say it," Miss Lioness roared. "You are very ridiculous. You show by your roaring and your silly vain speeches that you're but a bison and that I am the great and powerful lioness." "You're not so very great and powerful if you won't dare ask the ladies if they're not unhappy without beards. You're afraid of them." "Afraid of them! Afraid of them!" roared Miss Lioness. And from far and near people wondered what could be the matter with the angry lioness. They didn't dare get too near her cage—they were almost afraid she could draw them in by her angry eyes and her big jaws and roaring voice. "Afraid of them!" repeated Miss Lioness. "The idea of saying such a Lioness. "The idie thing. I hate people. They bore me looking at me as if I were some sort of a sight." B7 "Then you admit," said Mr. Lion delightedly, "that you're not much to look at." "I said nothing of the sort," said Miss Lioness. "I am not a curious sight—that's what I meant. But I am a handsome sight. am not a curious "I Am of Age and sight—that's what My Mane Is Perfect." I meant. But I am a handsome sight. And I'm wild, wild. There is nothing sweet and gentle about me. Why, a manne would be too childish for me to have. My eyes, my great, angry eyes are enough." "It's true you are wild," agreed Mr. Lion. "It doesn't seem to matter whether you're in the jungle or the zoo—the lionesses are always far wilder than we brave lions are." "That's so," roared Miss Lioness, who was somewhat pleased now. "But you're wild, too, Mr. Lion," she said, as if she were paying him a great compliment, "for you've been named the King of Beasts—the Royal Family of animals." A Public Service. Cheerfulness is always commendable, but it is never rated so much above par as when circumstances are difficult. In these trying, anxious times the girl who goes about with a sunny face, wearing "the smile that won't come off" is doing a great service to a troubled world. Tale of the Pancake. Little three-year-old Clarence stood waching his mother baking pancakes. After a few moments of silent observation he said: "Put on back, turn over on tummie, then eat." SUNDAY SCHOOL LESSON (By REV. P. B. FITZWATER, D. D. Teacher of English Bible in the Moody Bible Institute of Chicago.) (Copyright, 1818, Western Newspaper Union.) LESSON FOR APRIL 28 JESUS REBUKES SELFISHNESS. LESSON TEXT-Mark 9:30-50. GOLDEN TEXT-If they can desire to be first, the same shall be last of all, and servant of all-Mark 9:35. DEVOTIONAL READING-I Corinthians 11. ADDITIONAL MATERIAL FOR Tulsa Matthew 6:41-42; 30:20-28; Lakeja 22:44-29; PRIMARY AND JUNIOR LESSON MATERIAL-Mark 9:30-37. PRIMARY MEMORY VERSE-Be kind one to another-Ebhesias 4:32 one to another—Ephesians 4:33. JUNIOR MEMORY VERSE-I John 4:11 1. The Stupidity of Selfishness. (vv. 30-32). Jesus with his disciples is on his way to Capernaum for the last time. He is soon to leave for Jerusalem, where he is to die on the cruel cross for the world's sins. He still seeks the way of retirement in order to be alone with his disciples, his object being to lead them into the apprehension of the meaning of the cross. The teaching which was interrupted at Caeserea by Peter's rebuke is now resumed, and with definiteness he declares the future event as already present. 1. "The Son of Man is delivered into the hands of men." 2. "They shall kill him." 3. "He shall rise the third day." While pressing upon them continuously the fact and necessity of the cross, he never failed to show them the bright side—his triumphant victory over death in the resurrection. The hearts of the disciples were so steeped in selfishness that they failed to understand his teachings. If the disciples had more definitely attended to his teaching concerning the cross, they would have been better prepared for the hour of temptation which was so soon to overtake them. II. The Wrangling of Selfishness (vv. 33-37). 1. The searching question (v. 33). The omniscient Christ knew the secrets of their hearts. The fact that the disciples were wrangling about official position while the Lord was facing humiliation and death for them and the whole world, shows how completely the Lord was alone in his sorrow. 2. The silent disciples (v. 34). They were ashamed in his presence, because the selfishness of their hearts was revealed. To realize the presence of the Lord would shame us of much of our selfishness. 3. The stinging rebue (vv. 35-31). "If any man desire to be first, the same shall be last of all, and servant of all." The greatest among men are those who are willing to take the lowest place and serve others. This truth he enforced in a concrete way by placing a child in their midst. This child was an illustration of dependence and ignorance. By example and word he shows that true greatness is expressed by willingness to aid the weak, to instruct the ignorant and to serve those in need. All such render service not merely to those in need, but unto Christ and God. True greatness, therefore, consists not in selfseeking, but rendering cheerful service to the neody in the name of Christ. III. The Intolerance of Selfishness (vv. 38-41). 1. John's guilty conscience (v. 38). In the light of the teaching of Jesus, John was a little disturbed over having "forbid" a worker for Christ who did not follow after him. Doubtless this intolerance was in part due to jealousy for Christ, but also a selfish ambition. Many times Christians mistake bigotry for zeal for Christ. 2. Whom to tolerate (vv. 39-41). (1) Those who are casting out devils (v. 39). We should really satisfy ourselves that supernatural works are being done. Are demons being cast out? However, this is not final, as there is a supernatural work not of God. (2) Those who are not doing this work in Christ's name (v. 41). Any worker going forth in the name of Christ, and for the glory of Christ, should be given Godspeed. If he is doing a good work, even though not in your way, or if not a member of your church or church, "Forbid him not." IV. The Awful Issue of Selfishness. (vv. 42-50). Selfishness results in ruin to others (v. 42), and also to the individual (vv. 43, 45 and 47). In either case the issue is eternal torment in hell. Selfishness is opposed to God, and that which is opposed to God must be eternally separated from him. Self-renunciation should be so complete that we should be willing to abandon the most necessary and lawful things in life—hands, feet and eyes—when they become occasions for stumbling either to ourselves or to others. Need of Influence "Every one of us needs influence and some impulse outside of ourselves to compel us to strive for our ideals. The best impulse that can uplift the life is the friendship of Jesus. He says: 'Ye are as friends if ye do whatsoever I command you.'" God's Presence Did it ever occur to you that the signs of God's presence are granted to the farmer more than any other man? Look around your home and fields and see. Peoples' Drug Store Northeast corner of Eighteenth Street and the Paseo For twelve years we have served you. We have never substituted nor given you an inferior article. We carry everything in the Drug line, all the latest and best toilet articles. We deliver anything to any part of the city - - promptly - - call us up. Bell East 1814 PHONES 4 Home East 4082 Bell East 1814 Home East 4082 HAIR CULTURE I have the greatest hair-growing system in the world. Have just received diploma from Prof. G. Yhnell of Stockholm, Sweden. 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Can be used with Hot Iron for Straightening. Price. Sent by Mail, 50c; 10 cExtra for Postage. AGENTS' OUTFIT. 1 Hair Grower, 1 Temp Oil, 1 Shampoo, 1 Press Oil, 1 Face Cream and Direction for Selling, $2. 25c Extra for Postage. 184 WANTED. EIGHT CARS ONLY. For Highland Cemetery Decoration Day, May 30. I pay 80%. Tickets for round trip 25 cents. Owners of cars arrange your cars so as to care for flowers. THIS IS IMPORTANT. Call Geo. W. Little, ticket man. Bell Phone East 5123. --- --- Will Promote a Full Growth of Hair; Will also Restore the Strength, Vitality and the Beauty of the Hair. If your Hair is Dry and Wiry Try EAST INDIA HAIR GROWER S. D. LYONS, Gen. Agt., 314 East 2d St. Oklahoma City, Okla. [Picture of a man in a suit with a white shirt and a black tie]. Agent and Collector and eight years with high class reference from this Company. Will sell you a monument to be erected ready for Decoration Day from $15.00 up to $1,000.00 with terms to suit. Free car service, in a new Grant 'Six any day or Sunday to look at our samples. Call Bell phone East 5133. Geo. W. Little, with The Kansas City Granite & Monument Co. R. D. Gludici, President and Gen. Mgr. Both phones: East 863. (Call for reference, Geo. W. Little, Agent and Collector.) THE KANSAS CITY SUN, SATURDAY, APRIL 27, 1918 AMONG THE CHURCHES at Western University, Friday Eve., May 3d. Program starts at 8:30 p. m. promptly. ADMISSION 10 CENTS The greatest Concert Pianist before the public today, who will appear at Ebenezer Wednesday, May 1st. The members of the Second Christian Church began rallying in January to pay their last note on their church property, 24th and Woodland Ave., due July 1st, 1918. They will have their Midway financial rally next Sunday...At 3 p. m. there will be a special service to which the pastors of the city and their congregations have been invited. Rev. G. F. Griffin., pastor of the First A. M. E. church, Kansas City, Kans., will be the principal speaker. The program will include, at least, a word of introduction from the pastors present....The officers and members are planning, with the expectation of the fellowship of other Christians and friends, to make it truly a special service in the history of church fellowship in greater Kansas City. They cordially invite and urge upon all Christians to come and take fellowship in this non-sectarian and non-denominational service....The Ladies Aid Society will follow the Lords Day services, beginning Monday night with their annual May entertainment and continues three nights. In addition to the many Articles of fancy work, Art and "Notions" for exhibition and sale. There will be a prepared program each night. On Wednes- THE COMBINED Allen Chapel and Y will give a ALL-NEGR at Western University Program starts at 8 ADMISSION CLYDE LER The greatest Concert Pianist be at Ebenezer Wednesday, May 1st. day the Quilt Contest will close and the winner rewarded and crowned queen for the next year. We wish to assure all there will be "something doing" from beginning to end. We wish to have the honor of entertaining "Betsy and Sam" and the "Kansas City Sun" with, at least, one of the programs. William Willis, Chairman Official Board. Mrs. Anna Lewis, Pres. Aid Society. A. G. Nelson, Clerk. William Alphin, Minister. CAIN MEMORIAL A. M. E. CHURCH By Mrs. Smith. Sunday was our third Sabbath service. The attendance was very good, counting all things...Mrs. Roberts, district superintendent, and Mrs. Black were with us. Mrs. Black taught the lesson and Mrs. Roberts reviewed the lesson...With the help of the district superintendent and Mrs. Black we have organized a Sunday school, to meet every Sunday at 9:30 a. m. Wednesday night is class meeting. Brother H. Walker has the banner this week...Brother Joe Gordon is confined to his bed...Brother Shelly is gone home in Kansas, sick. Both are young men and members of our choir. We hope to see them up soon...The Missionary Society met Monday night at the church with Mrs. Biggers, the president, and quite a number of other ladies and a few of the brethren. We ```markdown ``` had a nice meeting. They will meet next Monday night. You are invited. ....We will be pleased to meet you at our services. All are welcome.... If you want a copy of the Kansas City Sun call on the members of Caln Memorial Choir. GREENWOOD BAPTIST CHURCH. Our services Sunday were well attended....Rev. G. T. Mosby's topic Sunday morning was the Parables, Matthew, 13th chapter. It was enjoyed by a large congregation. There was one addition to the church....The Sunday school at 2 p. m. and the B. Y. P. U. were well attended....At 8 p. m. Rev. Mosby preached a very enthusiastic sermon....The Mission Circle will convene at Rev. Crowdler's barber shop, 18th and Lydia, Friday evening....Mrs. Liza Fields and family at 18th and Prospect are on the sick list....Mrs. Thomas, at 20th and Madsin, was reported being sick....Prayer service Wednesday evening. Everybody invited to attend the services. SECOND BAPTISCH CHURCH "As for Me, I Will Behold Thy Face in Righteousness; I Shall Be Satisfied When I Awake, With Thy Likeness," was the subject of Rev. Mackey's beautiful sermon last SHunday morning to ED CHORUSES OF Western University program of PRO MUSIC Friday Eve., May 3d. :30 p. m. promptly. IN 10 CENTS ROY GLASS before the public today, who will appear a large congregation. ...At 3 p. m. Rev. Goins of Jefferson City preached a grand baptismal sermon to a thousand hearers, after which Dr. Baeote baptized about thirty candidates. The evening services consisted of a praise service and a short talk by Mr. Randolph Wisdom to a congregation of twelve hundred. ...The revival which closed last Sunday evening was a grand success, not only by adding seventy-five new members to the Church but also by bringing the Christians into closer love and fellowship with the Master and with each other. ...At the close of the revival Mrs. Bacote organized a community chorus of 150 voices as a permanent organization to assist in the regular church services every Sunday. Everybody is invited to join this chorus. ...Last Monday at 1 p. m. the funeral of Lister Elvira Jones, a pioneer member of this church, was held in this auditorium. Dr. Bacote officiated. The church extends its heartfelt sympathy to the bereaved relatives of Sister Jones. ...Last Wednesday evening the prayer meeting was assisted by the Community chorus in its praise service. ...Next Sunday morning Dr. Bacote will preach a special sermon on "The Cost of Divinity." Come and bring a friend with you. EBENEZER A. M. E. CHURCH. Sunday services were as usual, largely attended. Rev. Osborne delivered an able sermon at 11 A. M. on [Portrait of a man in formal attire, with a mustache and a tie]. ...The assistant pastor of Friendship Baptist Church who is doing a great work during the illness of our pastor. "Christian Assurance." There were nine additions to the church. At 8 p.m. Mrs. Mary Tivis delivered a very earnest, practical gospel sermon on "Christ Confounding the Wise." Mrs. Tivis is indeed a great preacher. Intelligent and profound and shows that she has been calle dto do special work for the Master....Ohe Choir is at its best....Many old members have returned, whom whom are Mrs. Mabel Dimery Grant and Mrs. Ethel Shores; Dr. J. R. Williams, M. D., tenor, has also joined the choir....Mrs. Stewart, the very efficient organist, a graduate of Western University Musical Repartment, under Prof. Jackson, is adding much to the harmony and phrasing making the old songs sound like new ones, which has much spiritual effect upon the congregation....Sunday of offering was $127.60 besides $37.12 reported from the pennies; total $165.72 for the week....Class 14, brother C. C. Rather leader, is banner class this week. $6 reported. The classes are doing great work. The spiritual condition of the church was never better; peace and harmony reigns, hence great good is being accomplished along all lines....The Clyde Leroy Glass recital is attracting much attention. Every available space will be packed at Ebenezer on May 1st to hear him. A Baby Grand piano has been furnished for the occasion by J. W. Jenkins Sons' Music Co....On May 15th, The Art Club and Usher Board will present the Comic Drama "Tompkins Hired Man."...On May 19th, will be the great Christian Endeavor Mass Meeting at 3 o'clock P. M. 2The Rev. Dr. Julian C. Caldwell will be here and conduct this meeting....The Art Club will serve fried fish and coffee every Tuesday night after class. OMAHA, NEBRASKA By Corrine Thomas. The three weeks' revival, conducted by Rev. L. T. Scott of Chicago, closed Sunday with 122 souls added to the church. Such meetings have never been witnessed in the history of St. John. The spacious auditorium and balcony was filled at each service.... A general class was held Friday evening for the new converts, and more pleasing and determined testimonies have never been heard....The collection for Sunday was $174.53. We cannot help but mention the class dues for Sunday, which was $$332.80.... Rev. Scott was very highly entertained while in the city with dinners and luncheon galour, especially the last two days....On Friday the W. W. Club spread a most sumptuous luncheon in the lecture room of the church in his honor. The luncheon consisted of everything imaginable. The table was very beautifully decorated in pink and white carnations....Saturday evening at the elaborate five course dinner at the parsonage in honor of the Rev. Scott and Mrs. Williams. This was indeed a cuminating event, as all the delicacies of the season were served. Covers were laid for fourteen. At the center of the table the mound of pink and Killarney roses and carnations were placed, which made a very charming effect. Each guest was presented with a memento, after which all bade the Rev. Scott adieu, who left Saturday evening for Chicago....Mrs. Glover held her Tuesday night prayer meeting at her residence of Mrs. Blackwell, 32nd and Pinkey streets....Lieut. Andrew Reed, who has been recently commissioned at Camp Funston, is in Omaha on a fifteen days' furlough visiting parents and friends....Mrs. Isabell Kennedy, who has been visiting in Omaha for some time, has returned to her home in Oakland, Calif....The O. N. E. Club had a splendid meeting Tuesday Do you need money We have plenty of money to loan to rooming house keepers on short time. Must have reference. PROPERTY OWNERS evening. They are rehearsing for their play, "The District School," which is to be given Friday evening.....Mrs. Young, president of the Northwestern Women's Federation, was in the city on a short visit last week. FRIENDSHIP BAPTIST CHURCH. Sunday services was conducted by Rev. G. W. Reed. The young and able assistant pastor taking for his text the 12th Chapter of John the Revelator and the 1st verse and preached a wonderful sermon. Would that every saint and sinner could have heard. Sunday was well attended. B. Y. P. U. at 6:30 as usual. The Mission Circle will meet at Sister Hickum's Friday night, 1840 Tracy Ave. Our beloved pastor was able to be in services awhile Sunday. We are preparing for a large rally the third Sunday in May. We cordially invite the entire public. ALLEN CHAPEL "The Negro Soldier and the World Warm" was the subject of the stirring message delivered by President W. S. Scaraborough of Wilberforce University, at Allen Chapel Sunday morning. Dr. W. H. Thomas the minister preached an eloquent and inspiring sermon at the evening service entitled "What lack I yet?" There were three additions. The church feels very grateful to Mrs. Francis H. Dawley and her assistants for the financial success of the Redemptorist concert. Every member of Allen Chapel has been drafted into the service of the church. No slackers are to be tolerated. The 1st Sunday in May is a $2.00 rally day, prove your loyalty by responding to this call. The Endeavors invite you to attend their meetings Sundays at 6:00 p. m.. Miss Emma L. Adams, Supt. of the Womens' Reformatory, will speak in Allen Chapel Sunday evening, April 28, subject "Crime, its cause and prevention among women." Miss Anna H. Jones will preside. The music will be furnished by the combined choruses of Western University and Allen Chapel under the leadership of Prof. R\ G. Jackson. The service will be in charge of the women of the church. Rev. J. B. Wallace suddenly stricken while attending service at this church last Sunday morning was carried to his home across the street and about 1:50 he passed away. Father Wallace was an old and beloved member of Allen Chapel, all of whom mourn his loss. Come to our evening service. We need you. Come. VINE ST. BAPTIST CHURCH All services were well attended.... Mr. David Pullman is very sick. We hope he will improve....The Rev. Davis will lecture for the B. Y. P. U. Sunday. His excellent choir will furnish music. Prof. T. B. Stewart will lecture, also Mrs. A. E. Moore, Kansas City's greatest soprano singer, will sing a solo. Mr. Edward Carter, Mr. H. Woods and Mrs. A. E. Johnson will also take an active part Young Men's Sche CROSSETT The CROSSETT Shoe MAKES LIFE'S WALK EASY REGULAR PRICE . $6.50 S Special for Saturday and Crossett Shoe St Young Men's School Shoe An Excellent Black and Tan English CROSSETT The CROSSETT Shoe "MAKES LIFE'S WALK EASY" REGULAR PRICE $6.50 Sizes 5 to 11 $5.50 Special for Saturday and Monday, only Crossett Shoe Store 1005 MAIN STREET W.D.WALLACE,Mgr. 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Wheatley-Provident Hospital Auxiliary No. 1 wishes to thank its friends and patrons of the "Fashion Show" of April 9 for enabling it to make the following statement: Receipts. $188.86 Expenses. 51.75 Balance on hand. $137.11 We further wish to state that since it is the consensus of opinion that Spring is the most appropriate time of the year for a Fashion Show, the W. P. H. A. No. I, through the prompt co-operation of our dressmakers, milliners, tailors, hair dressers and the Page Shoe Shop, is planning to make the Spring Fashion Show of 1919 of unsurpassing beauty and interest to all. The credit for our success is largely due to the untiring efforts of our General Chairman, Mrs. Fredericka D. Sprague Perry, who gained the splendid ideas carried out in our show during her visit to Washington, D. C., last year. Again thanking one and all, we remain WHEATLEY-PROVIDENT HOSPITAL AUXILIARY No. 1. MRS. N. C. CREWS, President. MRS. R. SPRAGUE JONES, Sec. 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