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THE NEGRO STAR FOR THE GOOD OF THE PEOPLE HISTORY OF WILSON'S POLICY IN REPUBLIC OF HAITI IS BAD BLEMISH WHICH MUST BE ERASED Pounces on Debt-Ridden Country for Bankers Here, Seizes Custom Houses of Negro Republic--Places for Deserving Democrats WILSON FORSAKES IDEA OF SENDING RACE DIPLOMAT Democratic Idea of Self-Determination is Shown To Be Vicious Hypocrisy---Policy Has En- gendered Hatred of the United States Vol. XIII No 17 HISTORY OF WILSON IN REPUBLIC OF BLEMISH WHICH Pounces on Debt-Ridden Here, Seizes Custom public--Places for D WILSON FORSAKES IDEA O Democratic Idea of Self To Be Vicious Hypocritical gendered Hatred o Washington, August 20.—William Jennings Bryan, with a halo of puritanical righteousness encircling his classic brow, introduced the Democratic policy of dealing with struggling Negro-Republics, when he sent to his appointee down in Haiti that notorious letter: "As soon as you are settled I hope that you will rid rome places for deserving Democrats." Col. Bryan was then Secretary of State, and has since received his walking papers after differences with the President upon other matters, but the policy he inaugurated in the treatment of darker races was so fully accorded with the Democratic ideals, that none of his successors has seen fit to change it in the slightest degree. Poor, struggling, debt-ridden Halti would afford a few skimpy clothes to one Democratic office holding class to fatten on, so the great Democratic party pounced on her like a buzard on a sick chicken, to satisfy its greed. The Democratic party disagreed with Colonel Bryan on some matters, but the administration was one with him when he suggested that the slender income of the custom house at Port au Prince be parcelled out among deserving democrats.* Grabbing the Crumbs of Lazarus It would be hard to find inhistory a parallel of the administration's exploitation of Haiti's discomfiture. The story is kept fresh in the minds of the public because it is being enacted at present. Haiti was represented as owing to certain European and New York bankers sums of money that were overdue, and the administration constituted itself as a constable to collect these dues, by forcibly taking over the customs machinery of the Negro Republic and disbursing the receipts to the creditors. Instead of THE DIFFERENCE By The Negro Associated Press These positions in the United States Government were given to the colord people by the Republican party and taken from them by the Democratic party: Minister to Haiti ..... $10,000 Assistant Attorney General ..... 5,000 Collector Customs, D. C. ..... 5,000 Collector Int. Revenue N. Y. ..... 4,500 Collector Int. Revenue, Jackson- ville, Fla. ..... 4,500 Register U. S. Treasury ..... 4,000 Recorder of Deeds,D. C. ..... 4,000 Auditor Navy Dept. ..... 4,000 Col. Int. Rev. Honolulu ..... 4,000 Special Agent Int. Rev. N. Y. ..... 3,600 Consul of Bahia, Brazil ..... 3,500 Special Agent Dept. Agri. ..... 2,500 Assist. Register Treasury ..... 2,500 Special Asst. Attorney, Boston ..... 2,500 Special Asst. Atty., Chicago ..... 2,500 Special Asst. Atty., Washington ..... 2,500 Deputy Collector, Los Angeles ..... 1,500 Immigration Agent, Montreal..1,600 Reg. Land Office, Montgomery, Alabama ..... 1,500 Col. Customs, Beauport, S. C. ..... 1,200 Black French To Carry Civilization to Turks By The Negro Associated Press Constantinople, August 20.—The French black troops of occupation adopting the methods of economy as might be suggested to a conscientious receiver, the administration, through its Secretary of State, wrote in black and white, that its agent there should first "find some places for deserving Democrats," stealing the crumbs from Lazarus. The story of the Democratic administration of the affairs in Haiti is one of greed and intolerance. Native clerks were displaced by deserving Democrats, and all "deserving" Democrats, according to the Democratic curriculum, are white. The few Haitians employees that were retained were held only for the drudgery, and there exists a difference of 60 per cent between the compensation of a native employee in the custom house of his own country and that of a Democratic employee, alien and unauthorized, who had been sent down there to fill his pockets. As a Democratic idea of the self-determination of peoples this is a powerful illustration. Even the poverty of a poor, Nero Republic is not immune in providing places for "deserving Democrats." Engendered Race Hatred Under Republican administration a fine friendly feeling has always obtained between Haiti and the United States. It had been the rule of Republican Presidents, never once violated, to send a representative colored American to represent this government, and by this means every amicable end was served. The United States enjoyed the commercial profits of trade and Haiti fully appreciated having men of nativity similar to deal with. But in the Democratic zeal to provide for "deserving Demerata" this rule has been as constantly broken as it has been observed by the Republicans. are very hostile to the Turks. Many of these troops are Sengalese. They wear bright green uniforms and red fuzzes and their faces are decorated with scars across the cheeks and around the eyes, and although they are Moslems, they get on badly with the Turks, especially in the interior, where much of the feeling against the French is traceabye to the black troops. These Sengalese are imbued with the belief that they are used to carry civilization to the Turks. On The Nedro Associated Press Flushing, N. Y., August 20.—The occuancy of a large residence in Bowne Avenue, one of the most exclusive sections in this place, has nroused much excitement among the residents of the neighborhood. The colored family is the first to settle in the section. Fair And Race Association For Alabama Birmingham, Ala., Aug.—20. The Negroes of Northern Alabama and middle Tennessee have organized a Colored Fair and Racing Association. The faira will be held in the several counties of Northern Alabama, and middle Tennessee during the months of August, September and October. Wichita, Kansas, Friday, Aug. 20, 1920 ANNUAL ADDRESS OF MODERATOR Delivered By Rev. J. C. Rogers, To S. W. District Association Dear Brethren and Sisters:— Dear Brotheren and Sisters: I bring to this body of Christian workers, this my eighth annual rereport to give an account of my stewardship as moderator, and the conditions of the work in the District. In August 1919, we held our annual meeting with the Second Baptist Church, Pratt, Kansas, we had a very successful and profitable session, we were entertained royally by the people of Pratt, and the Pastor, Rev. N. J. Stokes. We enjoyed this meeting, and left with good fellowship, and very much pleased and inspired to do more and better work for the Master and the advancement of His Kingdom. In October 1919, we vistied the State Convention that was held at Emporia, Kansas. I along with other representatives of this Association. We took part in the deliberations of the Convention and we played our part in the meeting as best we could. We had a great meeting and we were much inspired to do greater service for God and humanity. The slogan for the Kansas State Convention is:"Ten Thousand Dollars for Kansas this year." This District is asked to give Fifteen Hundred Dollars for the work, which I hope we will do, to carry on the work of Missions and Education. In November 1919, our first Board Meeting convened with the Second Baptist Church, Hutchinson, Kansas. We were well cared for by the Church and Pastor. We had a very good meeting, and a fair representation. The fellowship was good, we did very well financially. We were able to meet our obligations with the State Boards. We left this meeting very much inspired to put into operation, our budget plan. Our second Board Meeting convened at Winfield, Kansas, in Feb. 1920. The representation was fair, our entertainment was royal, the financial side was good, and we were able to meet our obligations to the State Boards. Here we took up the budget plan that we had talked over from time to time, and we put the plan into working order, yet it is a long ways from being perfect but it is much better than we have had heretofore for financing our work, so the outlook for a better system of financing our work is much better and brighter as I see it, and I know it is much better than it has been and I truly hope for good results from the plan we have adopted, and I hope we will carry them out for the good of our work and the extension of Christs Kingdom and to uplift fallen humanity. We were greatly inspired for better things for the future and with greater expectations for better things for the Master's cause and Kingdom. We left with fellowship one with another, and we felt we had a great meeting and the results that would follow would be grateful to all, as we had done what we thought was best for the work. Our second meeting convened with the Second Baptist Church, Great Bend, Kansas, May, 1920, here we had a great meeting, we were royally entertained by the Church and Pastor. Our representation was very good. Financially, we did very well, we were able to meet our obligations with the State Boards, of the different departments, while some of the Churches failed to represent; yet, everything was as good as might be expected. We left with good fellowship, and we were very much inspired to do more in the future than we had done in the past. At this meeting each one agreed to try to carry out the budget system, the plan that was agreed upon, or adopted at Winfield, Kansas, in February, 1920. Condition of Work in the District Churches as a whole are doing very well and the outlook for the future is much brighter. There are four Washington, D. C., Has Negro Policewoman Washington, D. C., Aug. 20.—Adelaide Childs, a colored woman of this city, has been appointed a police woman. She took the civil service examination for the place passed with a high percentage. Miss Childs is twenty-five years old and is a college graduate. She will be given work among the Colored population. Orcgon Felt the Power Of W. H. Lewis' Reasoning Portland, Ore., Aug. 20.—William H. Lewis, the noted Negro awyer of Boston, Mass., delivered a notable address at the Lincoln High School last Monday night. Among other things, Mr. Levy declared, "Colored men helped to make the world safe for Democracy in the recent war, and yet nowhere in this country is the Negro safe from mob violence. It appears that everywhere he is made to feel that the rights guaranteed by the Constitution of the United States are not for him." Churches in the District without Pastors. At Jetmore, First Baptist, at Larned, Ks., Sec., Baptist, at Hutchinson, Ks., Second Baptist, Tabernacle, Kansas, Second Baptist, Tabernacle, Wichita, Kansas. Our Missionary Pastors are doing all they can, and are doing well, considering the small salaries they are getting, and the high cost of living; but they need better salaries to enable them to do more efficient work and to be able to give more time to their fields of labor. I would urge upon the Churches in the District to pay their Pastors better salaries, if they wish efficient service, the Pastors should have some time to study the word of God, and other things pertaining to his work. The problem of leadership is one of the very grave questions of the day, and more so than they have been in the past. We have new problems to deal with each day in our work for the Master and for the uplift of fallen humanity. The ministers who expect to succeed must give a moral Godly life. He must be consecrated each day, he should be intellectually prepared, and above all, he must have a deep spiritual life. A man called of God to the work of the ministry. We have several new Ministers in the District that seem to be making good, and we gladly welcome them into our fellowship and our love and kindness, as fellow workers with Christ. Our District Missionary in the person of Rev. H. S. Jones, who has done a good work in the District this year, but he has been very greatly hindered in the work, by reason of the fact that a good part of our District is rural without public conveyances that he might reach the people that needed his services and the preaching of the Gospel of the Son of God, his salary has been too small and he has a large family to care for. The mission money is not enough to enable him to do what he could if he were better provided for with better salary. I would ask the District to try to provide a car for the Missionary that he might be able to do a more efficient work in the District another year, as new communities are coming and settling in the District all the time. We need to preach for them from time to time, if we fall somebody else will get them and our church will lose its opportunity to get the people who are rightfully ours, because they have come here from Baptist homes and Churches, this is a missionary age of the Church as never before, and I truly hope we will awake to the great opportunity that is ours, if we fall others will reap, and take the people. We have the right doctrines and faith of the Word of God, and the teaching as a whole is right, but it must be carried to the people. I hope we will have a greater vision of the mission of the Church to give the Gospel to all nations of the world. WELL-KNOWN NEGRO WOMAN,TELLS RACE HARDING MUST WIN Mrs. Marie Crawford Has Strong Commendation for Republican Position Is Distinguished Writer One of Foremost Colored Women of Nation Compares Harding to Abraham Lincoln New York, August 20. Speaking before the North-Eastern Federation of Women's Clubs, at Concord Baptist Church, Brooklyn, Thursday evening, August 5, Mrs. Marie A. Crawford, L. L. B., forcibly outlined the position of the colored people of the country in this political campaign and warmly praised Senator Harding for his outspoken utterances in behalf of justice to colored people. Mrs. Crawford is one of the foremost colored women of the nation graduate of a university as well as in law, and has distinction as a writer and speaker. She was designated by the Republican National Committee as its representative at the session of the New England Federation and commissioned by the committee to extend greetings. Her speech made a fine impression. Mrs. Crawford spoke as follows: Madame President, Members of the North-Eastern Federation of Women's Clubs: "I extend to you the greetings of the National Republican Committee in your work for self-betterment and I am instructed to say to you, in behalf of the Republican National Committee, that it is the earnest wish of the Committee that the present session of the North-Eastern Federation of Women's Clubs will be a continuance of the splendid work you have done in the past. With us, as a people, we are confronted with questions of graver cern than economic problems or even the all important Wilson League of Nations. This national campaign confronts us at this time when not only is our liberty denied in a large section of this Republic, but the lives of our people are without valuation in the consideration of the Southern Democracy. We, therefore, unlike other more fortunate American citizens, are not permitted to merely concern ourselves in such issues as finance and foreign affairs, for we are now compelled to face the most serious condition which is one involving the very fundamental principles of human liberty. That the great leadership of the Republican party is now conscious of this situation confronting the colored people of the nation there can be no doubt. The man of the hour is here as the man of the hour has always come. Not since Lincoln has colored Americans heard such a message as has come from Harding. In his acceptance speech of the nomination for President, at Marion, Ohio, July 22, 1920, this great leader of the Republican party, without exception, assumed the mantle of Lincoln. We as a people suffer keenly because the American Constitution is We have established a school in Topka, Kansas, in connection with the Industrial Institute for the Ministers of the state, that they might from time to time have an opportunity to get instruction in pastoral work, and better systems of Christian work in a general way that we might be better prepared to do more efficient work among the people along all lines. We had a very good session in June and we enjoyed it, and were much benefited by the instruction from the various teachers lona different lines and subjects taught about the work, beildes the social fellowship we enjoyed. Prof. Bridgeforth and his corps of teachers made it so very pleasant for us --- Price: 5c not upheld in its letter and in its spirit, and because the law is not enforced. Listen to these words of Senator Harding from his speech of acceptance, on this subject: "I believe in law enforcement. If elected I mean to be a constitutional President, and it is impossible to ignore the constitution, unthinkable to evade the law, when our every committal is to orderly government. Neither government nor party can afford to cheat the American people. The laws of Congress must harmonize with the constitution, else they soon are adjudged to be void; Congress enacts the laws, and the executive branch of the government is charged with enforcement. We can not nullify because of divided opinion, we can not jeopardize orderly government with contempt and enforcement. Modification or repeal is the right of a free people, whenever the deliberate and intelligent public sentiment commands, but perversion and evasion mark the paths to future of government itself. "I know, Women of the Federation, that you have, at every session of this body petitioned the leaders of this nation in the behalf of law and order. Time and again you have sent telegrams of protest against the inhuman butchery and mob murder of our people. I have been with you in your sessions prayer for deliverance from this great wrong. During all these long and trying years of the persecution of our people it has seemed to us that no great and powerful voice would rise up in our behalf. In the midst of our seeming hopelessness, however, God has raised up Warren G. Harding. In answer to the prayers of mothers and fathers of slavery days chattel slavery was overthrown. The prayers of their sons and daughters of today are being heard and political slavery will as inevitably end. Mob murder will go down with mob government. At the last, after all our waiting, thank God we have a statesman who has the courage and the conscience to declare, in the language of Senator Harding, these words: "I believe the federal government should stamp out lynching and remove that stain from the fair names of America." This is not all Senator Harding has said. His creed of political beliefs, he emphatically proclaims: "I believe the Negro citizens of America should be guaranteed the enjoyment of all their rights; that they have earned the full measure of citizenship bestowed, that their sacrifices in blood on the battlefields of the Republic have entitled them to all freedom and opportunity, all of sympathy and aid that the American spirit of fairness and justice demands." "No such assurance as this from the heal of the Republican party has ever come to us before. The outspoken utterances of Senator Harding, as the party standard bearer, become the commitment of the Republican party. Our very all is involved in the success of the Republican party in the coming election. I shudder to think what would befall our people in the South in the event of Republican defeat." all while we were there. We were very much inspired for greater service. Rev. J. H. Van Leu was the director and leader of the project. It is our school, and it depends upon us to how it shall succeed. I hope this District will play its part in this work because it is a worthy object, that will help to build up the Church, and will help fallen humanity, and it will help our Ministry and the denomination, and we all some day will be proud of the accomplishments for the good of ourselves and our children, and to the glory of our God and the generations to follow. ... (Continued on Page Four) Eee bg 7 ¢ — eta eee el arty See . Ge pee meme : _ et i th eS, coe rae FS ~ ” ‘ ‘ : . : > = “ Fall Riven News Chal- lenges Secretary of War on. Army Dis- crimination Seek SS) ee SNe ee ees Fall River News, one of the teading dailies takes Secretary of War Baker to task for his expression on the at titude of the War Department with reference to Negro soldiers. Says the News: . “Secretary Baker has definitely re- Sected the appeal of colored soldiers for race equality in the army, His reasons for that offensive decision he rives ina letter published In the Cris- Is for this month. He says that it Is the pohey of the War Department ‘to assign rational guard units recruited from colored men to duty that will not incorporate them in a division com- posed of white organizations” For this reason It has been decided that colored troops in national guard ser- vice shall be organized into pioneer infantry units that can be assigned to duty, under command of corps head- quarters, Mr Baker professes the belief that “dispassionate thought” will vindicate the wisdom of this poli- cy. He closes the letter with, the as- surance that ‘the war department ful- ly appreciates the very creditable qualty of service rendered by our colored organizations during the world wer, and that, in arriving at our de» elsion concerning the future employ- ment of colored national guard units, we were guided solely by considera- tions bearing upon military efficiency, and with no Intentions, whatever of discrimination between the races that go to make up our country’s popula- tion? “Ts it possible that Secretary Ba- ker can suppose that his last state. ment can be credited by any consider- able number of the people? It is pat- ent to every observer that there is a sharp discrimination between the black and white races. If the decis- fon ia not a eligma on the colored sol- dier on account of his race why does the department not decree that Irish Americans or Franco-Americans or Polish-Americans shall be made pio- neers assigned to the drudgery corps? It {9 @ race stigma that the decis- ion affixes to colored soldiers, Secre- tary Baker may think that the exi- gencies of the situation justify the decision, But, if so, let him try to justify it without the falsehood that no race discrimination 1s intended. Of course it is intended.” * Georgia Senate Strikes Blow at' Republicans By The Newre Aseoclated Press Atlavta, Ga., Aug 6,—Iepre- sentative Anderson of Jenkins County, took in person to Gov- ernor Dorsey aj-int resolution which had bees passed by the senate and the house directing the keeper of public buildings and grounds not to permit the use of the senate chamber or the hall of the house of representa tives by any political party {a Georgia without the consent in writing of the members of the senate and house committce on public properties ‘The Republican S ate conven- tion which endorsed Henry Lin- coln Johnson fur Republican Na- tlonat Committeeman from Geot- mia was held in the representa- tives’ hall in the state capitol last spring, Mr. Anderson put through his resolution for the purpose of Preventing any black and tan Political conventions from being held in the state capitol in the futrre. He anid that the resolution was aim. ed specifically at the Henry Lin. coln Johnson type politician, - ee Ne CER, iG Minneapolis, Minn, Aug 6—|? ~ George Alexander was patcle! 1 Z up to police surgeons after seven 3 women had almost beaten him to \ death when they cauxht him ? assaulting a 9 year old girlin ' South Minneapolis, I: . Police said the man attacked , . the girl inu vacant lot, A seve | “7 en year old companion of the « ¥ wirl rushed for help. Seven Woe ,t - men in the neighborhood picked ' up sticks and stones and started ' in pursuit, The assallant was almost dead when police arrived ‘ . and saved him, ° {1 South Park, Kansas City, Kans, : . Bennetteville, 8. ©, July 3u,— 4 Bennettsville’s new bank, the « 4 , hewet ne lw : . me ~ sg Workers Enterprise Bask, or- wan'zed, owned and operated ex: eluetvely for colored people, was ovened far business tast SPtur- day. ‘he deposita for the fi at day amounted to $20 180 £7. The bank fs lowwted in a new brick billding coustructed for it north of the public equure, Lhe cffiers are—L, J, Sawyer presiuent; J.B. fay lor, cashler; J W. Thom asandG W, Pegues, vice-prest dents; directors, J. W, Thomas, 43, W. Pegu-s, Jack King Henry Brown, J W. Withetapoon, Ned Manning, G B Breeden, K, D Reaeaod & J, Sawyer, a Nashville Gets Next Session of Musical Convention Reciprocal News Service | New York, August 20-—After de- liberating here for one week in the second annual Convention of Musl- clans of the artists have adjourned. ‘They voted unanimously to hold their next general session in July 1921 at Nashville, Tennesee, The vote which selected the captital city of the Vol- unteer State, was made unanimous amid a burst of applause for the hub of the South, the recognized educa- tional center for the Negroes of the United States. The invitation sent in by Nashville through its repre- sentation showed that the various ed- ucational institutions of that city were behind the invitation. This was sujiplemented by sepctal telegrams from the One Cent Savings Bank, now the Citizen's Savings Bank and ‘Trust Company, Henry A. Boyd, pres- fdent; the National Baptist Publish- ing Board, the largest religious bus- Iness, printing and publishing plant owned by Negroes in the United Statea, of which R. H. Boyd is the Secretary, and The Nashville Globe, one of the leading weekly journals published by members of the race. It_waa stressed on the floors of the Convention that at Nashville there are seven extremely large ed- ucational institutions, viz: Meharry Medical College, Walden University, Fisk Universtiy, Roger Williams Uni- versity, The National Baptist Theo- logical and Training Seminary, the Immaculate Mother and Pearl High Schcol with twelve public schools and several private conservatories ~ of music, Nashville’s claim was supported by the fact that they have quite a few religious publishing plants, two Negro Banks and a Negro population in the city of over forty-five thou. sand, The invitations were present- ed by Prof. H. P. B. Johnson, a mem- ber of the organization, a resident of Nashville and chorister for two na- tional organizations, The represen- tatives in session this week are to leave carrying away with them plans for a larger gathering next year. Mississippi Son Gets National Honors By The Negro Associeted Presa Baltimore, Md., Aug,—The Na- tional Association of Colored Teach- ers closed its annual convention last Saturday morning, L, G. Rowan of Alcorn, Miss., was elected president, Mrs. Mattie L. Jackson was chosen sccretaty, —3— Let The Voice of the People be Heard! By The Negro Associated Press By William H. A. Mocte. I incline reluctantly to the betief that the Cleveland Advocate {a tak- ing itself rather too seriously. And above the din created by its justly celebrated editorial, entitled “Neither Soup Nor Sopp,” which appears In its issue of August 7th, I hear the gods of the Fourth Estate announce that the Cleveland Advocate has proclaim. ed for Harding and Coolidge, In its fsave of July 31 In its fssue of July 31, I note that its brilliant and erudite Managing Editor, the Hon. Ralph W, Tyler, had returned from @ pilgrimage to Marion, Ohio, at which place he had interviewed War. ren Gamaliel Harding and found him all wool and a yard wide, I will ade mit that this procedure was less ehildhke and more worldly wise than the course pursued by the Associated Negro Press Service, I will go a step farther and admit, cheerfully, the probable practicality of a plan which insists that the candidate must be seen before he is advocated. The “Race Above Party” platform of our esteemed contemporary would be a sound sort of something upon which to stand if it were sincerely main- talned. The race is a tremendously concivte fact. Its social instinct is imperfectly developed. {ta lead- ership Js a balf blind entity which ees scarcely an Inch teyond the tip of Its index finger. Woe mistake, often times, success for achlevement. But behind all of this there are to be found the heart gropings of the maeses reaching toward the light. ‘The leadership which does not catch and hold to this momentous social fact 4s, Indeed, a dismal failure. The people cre right. At this time the Republican party is still “the ship” to them, Following the people may, after ell, be a better road to roam than seeing the candidate. Thero js something musical in the ery of “Back to Africa” that {s Just now ringing its changes in the Harlem district of old New York. If It does nothing more than jar our fiager susceptibilities {it will have been sounded to good effect. In my nwn selfish way I give acknowledg- ment to the fact that I prefer the Harlem districts to the ruins of Tim buctoo as a place of residence. This haa nothing to do, however with the notion of the many who see in Afri- ca’s redemption a realization that will bring great good to humanity at large.- Garvey may be a knave and a fool and whatever else we might think sbout the man,» But who finally knows? Fenton Johnson tells me that the authors of the Race are contemplat- ing holding a convention in the near future. This was good news. I hope It will come to pass. The world moves—so also does the Sun. First Colored Legion By Tre Negro Associated Press Burlington, N. J., August 20.—The first colored Legion Post was organ- fred here last Wednesday night. Lardner We Ritout was elected Post Commander; vice commander, Wil- liam E, Ferrebee; adjutant, Oliver Todd; finance officerJames E. Daw- son; chaplain, Russell Meredith, Kansas City, Kansas F. F.) 357 Oakland Avenue, Elder B, M. Campbell, Pastor. Last Tuesday night, Aug. 10, the rostrum was filled by Elder B. M. Campbell, and he covered about 30 minutes spreading the doctrine of Christ, and after the wonderful ser- mon a hitle boy six years of age made an ‘excellent lecture, It was wonderful to see a boy this age make such a good lecture, ‘Wednesday night, the rostrum was filled/by Elder I. C. Collins, of Par- roo He preached a’ wonderful ser- mon. Many hearts were made to leap for Joy. Thursday night, Elder Collins fill- ed the rostrum, he took for his text: “Righteousness exalteth # nation, but sin is a reproach to any people” This was his parting sermon. Friday he left to look over his ‘flock. He ‘is only 19 years old and has been preaching about 7 years in the Church of God. After the sermon a free- will offering was lifted for Elder Colina, a nice sum was donated. Friday night the rostrum was fill- ed by Elder Campbell, he spoke di- rectly to the point on many good things. He also gave a goo! lecture on how to live clean, so that no one can spot you. Saturday night wo had no meet+ ing. Sunday morning, Aug. 15, the Sunday School was excellent, The School [s improving rapidly, The morning sermon was preach- ed by Elders J. H. Wright and R, M. Campbell, Both ministers used “Love’ for thelr text—St. John 8:16, 13:34-85, Elder Wright, the blind man made the leading talk. The Bible Band was excellent and many good things were found in the lesson. The night sermon was preached by the Pastor, Elder B, M. Campbell, He made a good lecture and preach- ed a noble sermon, and his sermon was witnessed by many, After the sermon was over a free-will offering was taken. The collection was good, Dany visitors were present from dif- ferent Churches, This Church stands épen at any time for inapection by any minister only on Bible Doctrine, Any minister is at liberty to preach in this revival, regardless of denomi- nation. Thig revival will close Aug. 20th, petween 2:30 and 3:30. An old fashion dinner will be spread in the Church, all are cordially invited to these services, Beginning Aug., 24, the State Con- vention will open at 9:30 a. m., and run daily, Any Bible topics you want to discuss, come forth and pre- sent it. Elder J. H. Harris, of Omaha, Neb., arrived Aug., 16, and will remain to the Btate Convention. < Monday night, Aug, 16, Elder B, M, Campbell had Elder R. Keeble’s funeral preached by the request of the Chief and Brotherhood. This was done throughout the whole en- tire work of the Church of God, El- der Keeble passed away July 4, at 6:00 a. m. He waa a great and clean man in this work. He was a cite izen of Texarkana, Ark. The fol- lowing ministers took patt in the preaching of the funeral: Elder John Farr, Elder John Ghoston, Elder T. Thomas, Elder E. R. P, Quinn, Elder J.P. F. Stuckey, Sister Annie E. Quinn, Elder J. H. Wright, Elder Harris of Omaha, Neb. and Elder B. M. Campbell, the pastor, All had fifteen minutes each. After these good sermons, a free-will offers ing was taken for Sister Keeble, a good sum was sent to her to help defray the funeral expenses, The Church of God is located at 337 Oakland Avenue, between 8rd and 4th Sts., opposite Pleasant Green Baptist Church, Sister Marseline Ghoston {s on the sick list this week. She is now stopping with Sister Annie Arch, at 709 New Jersey Avenue. The rest of the sick are doing nicely, Bro, W. C. Walker, who left for Minneapolis, Minn., has not returned yet, but reports that he fs atill reps resenting God’s Church everywhere he goes. The Pastor is expecting Elder(C, L. Bryant of Dallas, and Wm. Chris- tian, the Chief of Memphis, Tenn., and Elder E. T. Webb to the State Assembly here Aug.,24, and other di. vine ministers, Come let us all rea- son together, so that we can speak preach, teach and pray the undenia- ble thing. | Read The Negro Star and be happy, because it is a Negro enterprise for Negroes, If anyone in K, Cx. Kans., nt any time want a copy of this pa- per, jest drop a card to W. C, Arch, 109 New Jersey, Avenue, and it will surely come, | If you want fo invest in a great oal move, now {a the time. We re- lize that a business of the charac. er of ours is 0 necessary to the public, they should be accorded the rivilege to participate in its own- rship, with this thought in mind, un- imited possitilities are offered in he stock of the Lambright Fuel and Soal Co, This Is pnea of the best usiness corporations ever organized or all the people, that should make jig money, $50 or $100 Dollars in a hort while will make you enormous lividends. Why? Because they are in- erested in 5 or more yards, and you vill have interest in all the company wns, Buy atock now. Buy all you an at $5.00 pef share before they 70 Up. e Whoever wants some stock, write N.C, Arch, 709 New Jersey Avenue, nd W. H. Lambright, 1620 N, 3rd st. KC. Kansas. Make all checks o Lambright Coal and Fuel Co. Yow get busy, May the Lord bless all. | Yours in love, € W.°C, ARCH,, "09 New Jersey Ave... KF. C. ¥. Last Wednesday evening, the pray- er meeting was largely attended, and the Bible Training School was or- ganized by the Pastor, M. C. Lewis, after some very encouraging remarks on the need of a larger Bible Vision in the Church, in order to know what God will have us do in the great World's program that is intrusted to us to render, The following are the officers; Mrs, Thomas Johnson, pres- ident; Mv. WH . Piper, vice pres!- dent; Bir. Earnest Reed, recording secretary; A, M. Marshall, corres- ponding secretary, Mrs, A. M. Mahan, treasurer, Rev, M. C, Lewis, instruc- tor. Ten enrolled for the class at once, ‘The pastor, Rev, Lewis, pfesented the studies to the class—“Tralning for Service,” which was adopted by the Kaw Valley Association 3 weeks ago and the information brought back by Mrs, F, E, Ragedale and Rev, Lewis. Thursday evening was featured with a splendid service in the Wo- men’s Home and Foreign Mission So- elety, Mrs. A. M. Mahan, president, After the opening by president, in- structions of the topic was next in order, Mr, T, M, Johnson read a most excellent paper, followed by Mre. J. W. Webb, it wae Indeed a noble paper and was open for dis- cussion. ~-Last Sunday, morning was blessed, as it usually is, with a splendid Sun- day School, Mr. E. R, Reed, the su- perintendent at his post, and around him his armouf besrers of teachers, Mr. G. W. Williams and Mrs, Luey Sneed. Pastor Lewis filled the les- son with life by his keennese of Jn- sight and blasting questions, the Evnool went over into the morning services, After remarks, royirts, and 9 favorable eviction, the 8 By adjourned. Rev. Lewis was Inzted ont to din- ner at the home of Mr, and Mrs, Thatcher after ‘morning service. At 2:00 o’clock the Church, as many, as would went to Argentine, Kanass, to the Second Baptist Church there, Olarine Hair \and Scalp Treatment. Regletered 196 Olarine Hatr and Scalp Treatment will Destroy Germs and mat the Hair Grow. It ie Guaranteed, If you take a Thorough Treatment. Prompt Service to every one, Jaleo teach the same, Terms Reasonable. Ayents Wanted, B, A. HARRIS, R, D. K No. 8, Bux 41, CaRRoLtton, Miss MAKIN EYE DRUG COMPANY The Ready Place Where business is known and transacted, A Full Line of: . DRUGS, DRUG SUNDRIES, GROCERIES AND NOTIONS 517 N. Main Street Wichita, Kansas ———————————_—_—_—_—_—_—_—_—_—— eee + When yon want the bestcar; WANTED AT ONCE—Amerk.n penter work, call ‘Woodmen Insurance Agents, Guod . ternis, With or without experien:¢ E. MM. BARNES, For further Information: write Su, SCaRPenTeR & CABINET MAKER. |Pervisor, F, I. Godfrey, 600 N. Ma‘a *Phune Mkt, 6319) jSt> Wichita, Kansee. MONEY TO LOAN-**0n Good Security, . D. L. STEWART. 1617 N. Sherwood. to listen to a wonderful sermon de- liverea by our worthy pastor, Rev. M, C. Lewis, who indeed preached a very strong sermon, though he was sick—Text: “I must work the work Jot Him that sent me white it ts day, ithe night cometh when no man can work.” —ohn 9:4. Context Eccl. 9:10, | Rev. Lewis sald among many other good things: “That Christ came all the way from Heaven to earth to put idle men’to work.” Rev. E. P. |Green, the pastor was so higtly elat- ed over the sermon, until he invited Rev. Lewis to come back next Sune day to speak at 3:00 o'clock again in the general rally. Rev, Lewis, returning to his field for evening service, found the B. Y. P, U,, in session, opened by Mrs, Su- sie Johnson, presiding at the absence of the president, Mrs. Estell, Les- son was conducted by Mr. T. M. Johnson, The following persons were in company with Pastor Lewis, to take part in the program for Mrs, B. Thatcher, Mrs. Fannie Ragedale. Mr. E. R. Reed, Mra. EAvise Reed, Mr, G. W, Williams, Mrs, G. W. Williams, started but decided to go visit her sister.; Mrs, Lottie Coleman, Mrs. A. M. Mahan, Mrs. Juanita Estell, Mrs. B, T. Thatcher, Mr, Arthur Mahan and a few more, Services were good Sunday even- ing, Pastor, being sick, but he preach- | a very good sermon, he tried to evade preaching but said he must die in the harness in case he had that route to go in this way, He is much im. | proved, after taking some prescribed, remedies for his throat. He was the guest of the following homes: Mr.’ and Mrs, Mahan, Mr, and Mra, Debrill, Mr, and Mrs. Ragsdale, Mr, and Mrs, Albert White and Mr, and Mrs, Reed, Mrs. Fannte Ragsdale, Reporter. | South St. Louis, Notes We are glad_to have Miss Julia Dupree and father back home, after spending \a few weeks in Brownvalle, Tenn., visiting relatives and friends. We are delighted to have Mrs, M. J, Weston, the wife of Dr, Weston, of Hickman, Kentucky, pass through St. Louis Sunday, Mr, Johnson, of Riverside, Cal., is In the city visiting bis aunt, Mrs. Perry. We were very glad to see Mr, Johnson out to Antioch Baptist Chruch Sunday, Thursday night, August 12, Miss Stepp wishes to thank her many friends for thelr grand attendance of the Parle Smokers, given for the benefit of the Iinois Club of the Corinthian Baptist Church, Refresh- ments of the season were served. Our success was wonderful, We are sorry to have Mr. Charlie Moore of 6382 Colorado Avenue in the U, S. P, H. & S, Hospital, and his many friends wish him a speedy recovery, We are glad to have Miss Etta Word back in the city, after spend. Ing two weeks in Aberdeen, Miss, visiting her father and other rela- tives. - *a04E BETTER" HAIR CROWER PREPARED BY~ . Mme. M. E. Lewis, 3s0LD AT— . JAGKSON GROCERY 1126 N. 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Just Write or Call at our Office and We will do the Rest, SPENCER AND MARTIN Real Estate and Loans. 7 Oil and Gas Production, Office: 215 ELtiot BLD. 2yp. St. Musxocze, > OKLA. FRATERNAL ~ KNIGHTS OF PYTHIAS COLD ay “a fey XA Hi. P A ed) CH TAOS LODGE No. 10, Knights of Pythias meets 2d and 4th BM 11.- dav nights of eae h morn, FREEMAN L MARTIN, C, C W. G. Curtis, K. of R. &S. J.E. Lewis, M. of F. J. A, Martin, M. of Exe, Imperial Co, No. 1, K. of © meets lstand 3d Monday nights of e.ch month. J.D, JONES, Captatn, JOS. GARRETS, Ist Lieut Hearty welcome to all ‘sojurnt £ Knights in proper standing. MUSICAL STUDIO —AT~ 3241 Wabash Avenue * Miss Dorothy L. L. Sims, a gradu. ate with honors of Tougaloo Univer- sity and Fisk University Cousersn- tory of Music~ls prepared to locate your voice and develope st. she gives you the modern methuls in touch, technique and time, Those desiring to take advantnes of these opportunities, will please ra'l Market 3130, call In person, or write to the above address. Hourst M1 te 12a. m8, Once ‘Phone Markers 4° 210 5.0 pw Rev. "Phone Alarkes 42% DR, FRANK OWARA MILL} I If you don't get m4_at my offtce oF he ine Call me at MAKIN EYE DRUG STORE “Prone Marker 299 607 N. Malin St. Wichita, Kanes ATTENTION! Don't forget to stop in the Beauty Shop on North Main where you will be able to fet ai kinds of toilet articles, hair ness halr goods of all kinds and a fui, line of hair dressers’ toola, We welcome you one end all. 609 N, Main Street, Mr, Cashier-Crouch, Prone, Don't Cut Your Shoe DON'T SUFFER FROM BAD FEET. SEE ME. PAINLESS DR. ELCOCK, Kansas City, Kans. BARBER NG & MERCHANT TAILORING Domestic Laundry Agent FLEM FORT, Prop. CHAS. FOX, Assistant. Barber. Cleaning, Altering, Pressing and Dying, Neatly Done; Called for and Delivered ROBERT LOWE, Tailor. SOMETHING NEW UNDER THE SUN SOMETHING NEW UNDER THE SUN This is not a secret order with grips and signs, it is strictly a Christian band, doing the work of the Master by visiting the sick, burying the dead and aiding the distressed WE PAY $300 TO RELIEVE THE DISTRESSED at the death of a member, and at the same time give a $50 burial. The church has long felt the need of such a move as this, and has prayed for the poor and needy among us. The Spirit moved Z. E. McGee, E. A. Morris, H. R. Dixon, Sol Jackson, H. A. Fields, T. P. Perkins, W. Brock, J. Thornton, W. H. Dixon and others to INTERSTATE BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION Dr. E. C. Morris, states "that the Interstate Benevolent Association is one of the many needs of today and the church will hail it with delight." For the next 90 days you can join the Interstate Benevolent Association for One Dollar and Fifty Cents ($1.50). One Dollar and Fifty Cents Quarterly Dues, Fifty Cents Yearly Burial Tax. For information write or 'phone: Z. E. McGEE, E. P., E. A. MORRIS, E. S. SOL. JACKSON, E. Grand Organizer, Helena, Ark. The above organization has entered the states of Kansas, and Oklahoma; men and women workers are wanted: Only those wanting to see, the church come to herself need apply. Thousands are joining and why not you? Z E. McGEE, 1122 Poplar St., Helena, Ark. E. A. MORRIS, Columbia St., Helena, Ark. When in Need, Stop At— VAN LEU'S STORE We carry a full line of Dry Goods. Our Prices are right WENDELL VAN LEU, Mgr. Res. 212 E. Pine Res. 'Phone M. 3488-J FRED C. HELM Attorney-At-Law Practices in all Courts. Notary Public in Office. Office 615 N. Main St. 'Phone M. 3462 Wichita Kansas. SURGICAL SCHOOL DR. H. PHILIPP, Head-Surgeon 716 North Lawrence Ave. Wichita, Kansas FREE CLINICS 7:00 TO 9:00 A. M. Phone Douglas 521-3 THE EAST INDIA HAIR GROWER 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 If you are bothered with Falling Hair, Dandruff, Itching Scalp, or any Hair Trouble, we want you to try a jar of EAST INDIA HAIR GROWER. The remedy contains medical proprieties that go to the roots of the Hair, stimulates the skin, helping nature do its work. Leaves the hair soft and silky. Perfumed with a balm of a thousand flowers. The best known remedy for Heavy and Beautiful Black Eye Brows, also restores Gray Hair to its Natural Color. Can be used with Hot-Iron Straightening. S. D. LYGNS. GEN. MGR., 316 N. CENTRAL ST Oklahoma City, Okla. GORINE HAIR AND SCALP TREATMENT Registered 1.14. Gorine Hair and Scalp Treatment will destroy the germs and make the hair grow. Guaranteed if you take a-thorough treatment. Prompt service to every one. I also teach the trade. Terms reasonable. Mrs. Lela L. Outlaw, Agent, 1315 Wabash Ave. 'Phone Mkt. 3130, Wichita, Kansas. (Gorine Headquarters, 'Greenwood, Miss.) IDEAL GROCERY Confectionery, Ice Cream and Cold Drinks School Supplies and Lunches. Low Prices J. W. THOMPSON, Proprietor. MRS. UBERIA THOMPSON, Proprietress. WICHITA KANSAS. NILE QUEEN QUALITY COUNTS NILE QUEEN FREE! DeLuxe Beauty Book—write to- day for a copy! Miss Velvet Brown: "My hair and skin are in wretched condition. What can you recommend?" Drummer: "Try NILE QUEEN preparations. They are the finest, purest, highest class articles for skin and hair on the market today. I absolutely recommend them and will give your money back if they are not as represented." Miss Olive Queen: "Really, Velvet, they are fine. I never use anything else, and all the girls are crazy about them." CHILDREN'S NURSERY. BRAZIL'S GROCERY All Mothers who have to work out by day or week, and want their children nicely cared for Mrs. Mammie Jackson, 801 E., 17th St., will take them at all sizes Fresh and cured meats. Produce and staples. Groceries of all kinds. 'Phone Market 3304 WE DELIVER 'Phone Mkt. 3304. 609 N. Main St. BUSY CORNER BARBERSHOP FIVE BARBERS AT YOUR SERVICE Electric Clippers. Modern in Every Respect. CIGARS, TOBACCO and SOFT DRINKS First Class In Every Detail PHONE M, 6120 601 N. MAIN ST. WICHITA, KANSAS 'Phone Mkt. 6120 'Phones Night M. 6557 M. 4114 W PEOPLES UNDERTAKING CO. Funeral Directors and Embalmers OWNED AND OPERATED BY NEGROES SERVICES GUARANTEED TO BE FIRST-CLASS We are in shape to take the worry off of you by making all arrangements. We will give to all Lodges and Unions for $50 00 cash, a 5 per cent discount for funeral in the city.—We need the business. AMBULANCE SERVICE N. A. LEWIS, Manager 617 East Murdock Street WICHITA, KANSAS. THE KASHMIR BEAUTY PARLOR When you are on North Main St., where you will be able to get, The Nile Queen Toilet articles, straightening combs, tongs crimpers, hair nets and the best human hair goods in town. We also carry vaseline, mentholatum. Love Me talcum powder. Mavis talcum powder, Nelson's Hair Dressing, Elite and Adla hair pomade Cuticura salve, and hair growers of the best make. Call in and see us. MRS. CASHIER-CROUCH, Prop. 609 N. Main St. WICHITA, KANSAS. Phones: { Day, Mkt. 2949 Night, Doug. 1166 523 N. Main St. AVERY UNDERTAKING COMPANY THOS. ANDERSON AND B. H. AVERY Auto Hearse and Motor, Ambulance Calls Promptly Answered Day and Night. WICHITA. KANSAS. Just Call Market 83 JOHNSTON BROTHERS Groccries, Fresh and Cured Meats Prices Always Right 1152 N. Mosley WHITE WAY CAFE Open From 6:00 A. M., Until 12:00 P. M. Is now under new management and Quarantoes to Give the Best Meals in the City for the Money. Sunday Dinner a Specialty. 513 N Main Street Wichita, Kansas MARKET 1094 COLEMAN'S SMOKE HOUSE Soft Drinks, Cigars, Tobaccos AND Employment Agency Stand 533 N. Main St. WICHITA. KANSAS Freeman L. Marlin Claude L. Jones Rea. Phone M. 5306 'phone D. 5306 MARTIN & JONES ATIORNEYS-AT-LAW 535 N. Main Street Office 'Phone M. 7794 WICHITA KANSAS LEAKE'S R. RALSTON Grocery and Meats Corner 12th and Ohio Streets Telephone Market 5425 WE DELIVER Transfer and Baggage Residence, 526 N. Water St. 'PHONE MARKET 239 Wichita, Kans. R. RALSTON Grocery and Meats Corner 12th and Ohio Streets Telephone Market 5425 WE DELIVER SOCIETY AND PERSONAL Mrs. Lula Porter and Miss Jessie Havnes of Cleveland, Miss., enroute home from an extended trip in Chicago, Ill. Sioux City, Iowa, stopped over in Wichita a few days the guests of Editor and Mrs. H. T. Sims. They were toured over the City Tuesday evening, by the kindness of Lawyer and Mrs. Freeman L. Martin. Mr. William S. Brown of Omaha, Neb., is here visiting his mother whom he had not seen for 20 years. Mr. Smith the father of Mrs Patton is very ill at his home on 13th street. Mrs. Iola Martin left last Saturday for a three weeks visit in different parts among which are Kansas City, St John, and other points. Messrs Jamison and--were business callers of Friday last. Mr. W. M. Johnson is numbered among the visitors of the week. Mr. and Mrs. G. Starnes came by to see us Friday last. Mr. J. I. Godfrey came by to see us last Friday afternoon on business. Mrs Duke of Missouri was the guest of Mrs. R. H. Taylor 1324 N. Washington last week Mr. Stephen Whitlow will leave in a few days for California to join Mrs. Whitlow, and make it their future home. Miss Luella McClellan of Kansas City, arrived in the City Tuesday to visit with her grandmother Mrs. Mary Griggs. Miss Ethel Starnes, who has been visiting in Chicago, has returned home. Atty Jas. A. Speers returned home Tuesday from a business trip in Iowa. Mrs F. L. Barnett and children are at home again from Chicago where they have been on a visit Mr. John D. Jones made a trip to Newton, last week in the interest of the America Legion. Mrs. Parthenia Glover of Chicago, is visiting in the city. A farewell party was tendered Miss Elnora Smith on Tuesday evening at the home of Miss L. Covington, by the Supt. and teachers of St. Paul A. M. E Sunday School. Miss Smith was one of their most loyal and efficient teachers, and is leaving for Denver, Colorado, with her parents where she will make her future home. Her departure is much regretted, also in the social circles among the young people of who she was popular and a great favorite. A beautiful handbag was presented to her with fitting remarks by the Supt. F. C. Helm and Miss L. Covington. 20 or more were present and enjoyed a delightful evening with music, games, and other pleasant features Refreshments of ice cream and Cake were served. Mrs. Myrtle Leicher and children have returned from a week's visit in Wellington. Mrs. Bertie Aiken of Kansas, City, is making her mother a visit. Mrs. Mary Griggs. Miss Mary Mosely has been ill at her home on N. Wichita Street. Miss Hazel Starnes have returned home from a three weeks visit with her brother in Dover. Okla. We appreciate the large order for printing, we received from The Carter & Jordan Tailoring Co., during the week. Mrs. M J. Mallory of Los Angeles Cal., the daughter of MEMBER OF UNITED ASSOCIATION MIDDLE PRAIRIE FIRST IN SERVICE Entered a second-class matter June 12th 1919 at a Post Office at Wichita Kans., under the Act of March 3 1879. The writer of any article for publication must sign same whether or not it is to be published. Write on one side of paper. We reserve the right to reject any matter for publication. If you fat to get your paper, notify us at once. ```markdown ``` Mr. and Mrs. J. Alston of Dover, Okla., and Miss Hazel Starnes of Wichita Kan., niece of Mr. Alston were highly entertained on the 12th, at the home of her father and uncle of Miss Starnes. That date being his birthday made it a very enjoyable event, and he was very much surprised. Those present Mr. and Mrs. Malcom, Mr. and Mrs. Smith, Mr. and Mrs. McMann, Mr. and Mrs. Fitzgearld, Mrs Emery, Mrs Leatherman, Miss Starnes, Mr. Emery Mrs. Burnes, Miss Currin, Miss Robbs Miss Fitzgearlds, Mr. Redmond Mr. G. Smith Mr. E. Smith, Miss Dunningan, Mr. Frye, Mr Hamlin, and a host of children Covers were laid for 40 and were elaborately served to Cantaloupe, Creamed Bananas Ice Cream and Cake, and Punch. Mrs. Tom Emery opened the doors of her hospitable home last Friday in honor of Miss Hazel Starnes. Miss Starnes enjoyed taking breakfast and dinner with this happy family. The day was spent in music. Kodakaking and other games Miss Starnes also enjoyed the opportunity of dining on several different occasions in this palatial home. Mrs. Tom Emery and daughter Mrs. Nellie Leatherman and Son Otis Emery and Miss Hazel Stares motored to Kinfisher in the family car last Thursday on business. Miss Ruth Kelly, the maiden Deputy Princess of Maple Leaf, is now visiting her Auntie in Guthrie Okla, Miss Kelly writes that she is enjoying herself to great extent and will return to Wichita, on Sept. the 12 to begin School. NOTICE! The Second Annual Tennis Tournament will be held in Wichita, Kans., Aug., 30-31, on the Y. M. C. A., Court, Corner of 1st and Rock Island Sts. Tennis sharks from all over the state will be in attendance and the Wichita Players are making every effort to make this Tournament a big success in every way. Prof. Jeff King from Kansas City is coming with a strong team also Dr. E. B. Bowser, of Parsons, Kans., recognized as one of the best net artists in the state, will be here with his entire club. Prof. Whitaker of Coffeyville, will bring a strong team, also Independence, will be well represented with a strong team of players, headed by Dr. Dowdell Davis. Fort Scott and Salina will also send strong teams. The fans of Wichita are pinning their hopes on the local team, composed of Drs. P. M. Bell, G. G. Brown, A. K. Lawrence, C. R. Price, Messra. B. N. Hunnigan, E. Sexton, L. Meredith, G. L. West and Attys. J. A. Spears, C. L. Jones. Just before going to press, we have received a communication from Mr. George Hamilton, of Topeka, stating that he was coming down with a strong team to carry away the bacon. There will be no admission fee to any of these games, so let everybody come out and pull for the home team and give the visiting team a royal welcome and good time. P. M. BELL, M. D., Mgr. REPORT OF S. W. DISTRICT ASSOCIATION (Continued from last Week) Evening Session Devotion led us up to the business part, then from the business part we listened to a splendid literary program as follows: Song—by the Coir. Paper by Mrs. H. E. Gist—Subject: "Sunday-school Culture of Civic Righteousness." Solo—Miss Ola Case. Solo—Mr. Walter Winchester. Paper—Miss Lottie Chester. Instrumental Solo—Miss Geneva McCombs, of Newton. Reading (Original poem)—Miss Louvena McPherson. As the hour was growing late, the program was cut short and Rev. E. T. Fishback called for a selection, then read the Scripture Lesson, pra NOTICE! A Sorghum Mill will be set at the corner of 17th and Ohio North, by the 15th of August, you can begin to haul in your cane as it gets ripe. I will guarantee your syrup if your cane is all right. My terms for making: 50 Cents per gallon, or if you rather give toll, one half, or otherwise one third and you furnish wood and feeder..... M. Livingston, Proprietor. 1755 Ohio Ave., Wichita, Kans. er by Rev. J. H. Van Lue. Selection by the Choir. Rev. J. E. Douglass took the stand and in his own way, preached "Self" until we could see "Self" as our greatest enemy. The Sundav School closed, raising a total of $178.18. Thursday Morning At 8:00 o'clock the Ministers and Deacons' Institute opened, Rev. G. C. Harris in the chair. After devotion, Rev. J. H. Van Lue taught a very effective Bible Lesson. All rejoiced on knowing the doctrines of mission. The time having arrived for the Woman's Department, Mrs. Ida F. Bates, p president took the chair, with Mrs. Mary Grayson of Hutchinson, secretary, and immediately went into business. The music was fine from the Mission Choir, Mrs. E. T. Fishback at the piano and Rev. Williams, chorister. Rev. M. S. Jones read 37 Psalm. After song by the choir, Rev. Jones offered a fervent prayer. Song by the Choir. Missionary sermon of power in a practical way was preached by the State Missionary, Rev. J. H. Van Lue. Afternoon Session The opening was spiritual. The President's Annual Address marked a new epoch in the history of the work. Children's Program was well rendered and was very inairing. We especially mention the Violincello Solo by Mr. Chandler, it was fine. Much business was transacted. When we came to the Mission Offering, the occasion grew solemn and the appeal was made for Christian integrty and we gave $55.00 to help Mrs. F. B. Watson in Africa. Many rejoiced to know they had done their best. Evening Session After a warm devotion, we went into a great program and Mrs. J. Reeves charmed the meeting with a paper, subject—"What is the woman's extent in the Church?" It was thoughtful, full of research and well rendered. - Song by the Choir. Rev. J. E. Douglass, the Pastor of St. Mary Baptist Church, Wichita, read the Scripture Lesson. A sweet solo by Mrs. Ruby Tines, of Wichita, mellowed the occasion fpr a stirring prayer by Rev. Thompson of Wichita. Song by the Choir. The sermon by Rev. Felton Leith of Winfield, was a masterly effort, full of deep thoughts of the doctrine of faith. With Rev. E. T. Fishback, generaling the occasion, we had a liberal offering. Friday Morning At 8:30 the earnest Ministers and Deacons assembled; after devotion, we had a Bible Lesson, led by Bro. H. T. Sims. We rejoiced to know we had conformed to the plans of salvation through regeneration. Associational Department Opening with a soul stirring covenant meeting, many delegates' cup ran over and the spirit was felt. The President, Rev. J. C. Rogers delivered his annual address. It was adopted and will appear in this issue of this Mrs. Ida F. Bates made a splendid Much business was transacted and at 5:00 p. m., we listened to the Temperance Sermon by Rev. J. H. Reeves, of El Dorado. It was short but to the point. Evening Session Warm devotion opened the closing session, which was marked with business and beautiful expressions of appreciations. Mrs. Ida F. Bates became the receiver of a gold pencil and a fountain pen, a token of love for her 17 years of service. She responded, and rejoiced to note her service was recognized. Sweet solo—"My Mother's Song." Sermon by Dr. S. B. Butler, reached the climax of the session. He lowered the Gospel Net, pulled hard and when he reached the shore, he had nine for the Kingdom. The total raised was $900.87. The fellowship was first-class and thus we shook parting hands filled with the spirit. With only three weeks' notice, Great Bend entertained to the satisfaction of all. We are made to realize that Fastors make noble people, Rev. J. H. Ralmey and his people are fair demonstrations of this fact, especially did we realize the fine and useful members like the Sellers, Sidneys, McDonalds and others. The beautiful home of the Johnson family five miles out, is just delightful. They entertained elaborately for a large number of the delegates twice. This is one of the most happy families we have ever met, and their home shows every sign of progress. Mrs. Jenetta Hill, the senior member of our Church is on the sick list. A free moving picture show, on the "Mission Fields of Africa" will be given Sunday evening at 8:30, under the auspices of the Sunday School. Mrs. Carie Benson of Tulsa, Okla. pilaced her membership with us last Lord's Day. New Hope Baptist Much interest was manifested in Sunday-school Sunday morning as the general theme, "The Sins and Sorrows of David" was brought out in the study of the lesson. Our attendance is increasing. The Holy Spirit crowned our minister, Dr. E. T. Fishback with success in preaching Christ while he took a text from Matt. 17:23-29. Subject—"The Teacher Transcendent" and addressed the congregation. He said in part:— "Christianity may be likened to a school. It costs something to enroll in this school. One must deny himself, take up his cross and follow Jesus daily, if he enters. To make progress in this school and really become a complete man, will require development, physically, mentally, morally and spiritually. The perfection of our education is obtained through Christ. This is the school which teaches the perfection of the human race.—It is the Church of Christ. One cannot enroll except he will acknowledge the supremacy of Jesus Christ and declare all else inferior. Interest in the study of Christ's teaching discloses the simplicity of His transcendent instruction. Remember that Jesus began his teaching in the outermost part of Gallilee—which was called the land of darkness—the Gallilee of the Gentiles. There is a wonderful beauty in the simplicity of His teaching. See the great Teacher ascending the mountains, followed by a great multitudel After being seated, He taught. He met men on their own level as he taught. This sermon on the mount, I commend to you. It is too great to be called a sermon. It might be called the Great Charter of the Kingdom of Heaven. It is greater than our most profound philosophy. He taught the character of the Kingdom of Heaven—a kingdom in which character predominates. We should respect the letter, also the spirit of the law. We enter into the spirit of the law when we carry it out in our lives. This includes character and duty of citizenship. Jesus, in His humility transcends every teacher. He humbled Himself to death, even, to the death of the cross. He opens to you the teaching which will give you a right to the Kingdom if you accept the terms. Be His Disciple, follow Him daily. Then when all seems dark and drear you may hear Him say—"Fear not; for I am with thee; be not dismayed; for I am thy God; I will strengthen thee; yea I will help thee; you I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness." The B. Y. P. U., had such an enthusiastic meeting it seemed a pity to close when the time came. Miss Lorraine Griffin, vice president and president, James McAfee, who were delegates from our B. Y. P. U., to the District Convention in Great Bend, made very good reports of the Convention. At 8:00 p. m., Dr. E. T. Fishback made hearts rejoice as he took for a text I Cor. 15:34. Subject—"The Triple Truths of the Thrilling Tidings of the Transcendent Teacher." Indeed our Minister preached the glorious Gospel of the Son of God. Miss Inola Downard at times appears to be a little stronger, but does not improve as rapidly as her friends desire. Little Katherine Dunn is ill. She attended Sunday School Sunday morning, but required a physician before the close of the morning services. Mrs. Georgia Johnson has been quite ill, but is improving. Mrs. Cornelia Johnson is on the sick list this week. Mrs. Rachel Martin, who has been quite ill, was out to services Sunday morning. Mrs. Mary Mitchell is convalescing. 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Copeland; Misses all to fill his place in our hearts, and Helen McAfee,Loraine Griffin; Messrs the service that he was so willing Shad Jones and James McAfee. and ready to do at all times. I feel Our Sunday School picnic will be that the Lord will provide someone held at Linwood Park, August 28th, to take his place made vacant by his if the Lord is willing. As a token of the high esteem and appreciation of the Southwestern Baptist District Association for the late beloved Dencon J. E. Lewis, who was Recording Secretary of the Association and President of the Sunday School Convention, a silver offering (Thirty Dollars) was donated to his widow and daughter, Mrs. Alice Lewis and Miss Othello Lewis. The Women's Home and Foreign Mission Convention of the Southwestern District of Kansas, while in session at Great Bend, pleasantly surprised the President, Mrs. Ida Frazier Bates, by presenting her with a gold pencil and a fountain pen as a love token of the appreciation of her seventeen years of efficient service. ANNUAL ADDRESS (Continued from page one) support and influence to the Topeka Industrial and Educational Institute in ending our boys and girls to help build a strong student body. We have a very worthy man at the head of that school that is doing a great work for our people, among all classes. I hope we will do our whole duty in help ing to make that school what it should be for our people, where your boys an dgirls can learn trades of almost any kind, if he or she so desires, so they can become useful to themselves and others, as this in an age of trades and professions, of men and women, it is advisable to learn a trade if he or she can. - I still urge our people to buy homes and farms and get fixed for life. The man that has nothing is the other man's servant or slave. Get something that you can master, and use as yours, homes land and business, will cause any people to be respected, the poor must take what he gets, but the man who gets something will be independent. I. urge young men and women to have something, don't waste all you earn with foolish things, the boys and girls of today, must be the men and women of tomorrow. A Tribute to the work, life and character of Brother John E. Lewis, the Efficient Secretary of this Association, who was killed in an Automobile Accident on July 27, 1920. He was a friend and a brother, and a worthy man of God and his fellowmen. His life was one of service, he learned to serve God and his fellowman. This Association has lost one of its greatest servants of God and man. We will all miss him for his service, kind words and lovely character. One of the greatest thoughts in my mind, who will this Association find to fill his place acceptably to all, and serve so well as John E. Lewis did, but I hope someone will ```markdown ``` S PALACE CUSTOMER be found that will be acceptable to all to fill his place in our hearts, and the service that he was so willing and ready to do at all times. I feel that the Lord will provide someone to take his place made vacant by his untimely death, and that whoever that man or woman be, he or she will be able to give the efficient service that John E. Lewis so kindly and willingly gave for these many years, to the work of this District, and to the State among the Baptist, we mourn his untimely death, and we can only say: "The will of God be done, we miss his presence, his service and his kind words." We can truthfully say, here was a man whose life was one of service, with bowed heads and sad hearts, we can only say: "Thy will be done." Our loss is Heaven's gain. We mourn his loss. Dear Brethren:— As your Moderator for these eight years, I have tried as best I could to live a Godly and upright life, and I have tried to represent you and the District as best I could. I have not done all I would like to have done, but I have done what I could under the circumstances, I have tried to live in fellowship with all the people. I have visited the Churches as often as I could, and helped the different churches and the pastors in every way I could. I have tried to build up our District. I have been very faithful in trying to be in harmony with all departments of our work and the leaders. I can say truthfully that I have really tried to be honest with God and my Brother. I have written a great many letters to the Brethren from time to time, to assure them of my friendship, kindness and my brotherly love. Some things have been pleasant, and at other times not so pleasant. There are some things I have been especially interested about, in the elevation of the people to a higher ideal of real worship of God and the mission of the Church, and holding of the young people in our Church. There are many things I could say, but time will not permit. Thanking you for the honors that you have reposed in me, and whoever this body sees in their judgment to select for a leader will be my choice, and pleasure. Your servant as ever, J. C. ROGERS. Moderator. FOR SALE TWO HOUSES-On 50 Foot Lot, one new, one old, but in good condition. 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