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THE NEGRO STAR. FOR THE GOOD OF THE PEOPLE CANDIDATE COX FAILED TO MENTION WITH ANY WORD OF PRAISE OR OF ENCOURAGEMENT NEGRO CITIZENS One-Tenth of the Entire Population of the United States Which Loaned One-Fifth of All it Possessed to Country Utterly Ignored By Democratic Party Candidate Party Based On "No Rights Need Be Given Colored Man" Attitude of Democrats Reflected in Lack of Enthusiasm For Race Exhibited by Cox, Who Contents Himself With Making No Promises Whatever to Vast Army of Loyal Voters. Vol. XIII No 18 CANDIDATE COX FAIR WITH ANY WORD ENCOURAGEMENT One-Tenth of the Entire States Which Loan Possessed to Count By Democratic Party Based On "No Rights Attitude of Democrats Reflected Race Exhibited by Cox, Who No Promises Whatever to Chicago, Aug 27. - A Democratic promise, especially when made to the colored race, has ceased to be even a delusion and a snare. Since Woodrow Wilson's solemn promise made to Bishop Walters and twenty-five other distinguished colored citizens, in 1912, was allowed to subside into the realms of ordinary demagoguery, the promises of a Democratic Candidate have grown so completely into contempt that they cease to be made. Many thoughtful people are wondering why Governor Cox could not find a word of encouragement to say to the twelve million Negroes, who form one-tenth of the entire population of the country, who loaned one-fifth of all they possessed to the Government in time of stress; among whom there was not a single "concientious objector" to the draft; who never furnished a single case for investigation in the espionage activities. If Governor Cox felt a disposition to say such a word, he knew that it would be out of tune with the harmony of the Democratic Party. Further than that, he knew if he said it nobody would believe it. The Democratic is founded primarily upon the conclusion that the black man has no rights that the Democratic party is bound to respect. This has been so clearly established that it has taken its place as the keystone of its foundation. Profiting by Woodrow Wilson's discomfiture after making a fair promise to the colored people in 1912, Governor Cox has probably pursued the line of least resistance by not making any Colored Man Clearly Not Wanted At Dayton Welcomed at Harding's Home, but Given Scant Place at Cox's Ceremonies Chicago, Aug.—With the formal notification of the opposing candidates for President over, it is understood that the campaign is on to the finish; but it remains to make a few observations contrasting the two events. Representatives of the colored race from all over the country made a pilgrimage to Marion to do honor to the Republican candidate, and were hospitable amply cared for in the arrangements, while the very atmosphere of the Democratic gathering at Dayton was fraught with indications that the occasion was not the colored mans meeting Merchants Who Advertise in a Race Paper, Desire Your Patronage—Give Them a Trial. promises to them at all. He knows that his party will go to the electoral college with the votes of the solid south carefully packed and ready for delivery. He knows that about half of the constitutional citizen of that section have been denied the right of franchise. He knows that without this solid south where political reasoning is so dormant that there is but one side to the question, there would be no Democratic Party. He knows that when his party is in power that this section and the sentiment that pervades it will govern the actions of the executive. When Bishop Walters and a party of represenative colored men called upon Woodrow Wilson in 1912, he gave them the assurance, unequivocal and definite, that no discrimination by the National Government would be made against any man on account of his race. If Woodrow Wilson had been a Republican he could have kept his promise. As a Democrat, he could not; end Mr. Cox knows that as a Democrat he cannot. Wilson practiced segregation in executive departments; discharged employees in prominent positions, and practiced discrimination such as no one ever dreamed could be brought about any class of citizens. He submitted himself, bag and baggage, to the enemies of the colored race and ran true to Democratic form. Governor Cox would do likewise. If he is elected, the Democratic south will be the biggest factor. In the result, and the Democratic south will have the largest influence in his control. NATIONAL NEGRO BUSINESS LEAGUE IN SESSION Over 1000 Delegates From All Sections of the Country In Attendance President R. R. Moton Says Negro is Not Asking for Pity or Charity; but a Man's Chance By The Negro Associated Press Philadelphia, Pa., Aug., 27.—Aspirations of the National Negro Business League, which commenced its twenty-first annual sessions at Dunbar Theatre Wednesday night, were explained at the Academy of Music last night by Dr. Robert R. Moton, successor of Dr. Booker T. Washington as president of the league and as Principal of Tuskegee. Speaking of the league, he said; "It shall ask for the Negro not pity nor yet charity, but a man's chance, an American's chance. Today it asks for no rights or privileges not enjoyed by other worthy American citizens; but it does ask and will continue to A. MRS. J. REEVES, El Dorado, Kansas. The above is the likeness of Mrs. J. Reeves, of El Dorado, Kansas, one of the most talented women of the Southwestern District, seen in a brighter cast when she read a paper at Great Bend, Kansas, on, "The Woman's place in the Church." She proved her ability to concentrate, research, classify, build and deliver with effect; that she might clearly hold her audience at her command. So well did she do her duty until every person in the Association wanted to tell her how they had been helped by the paper. But we are here to say that all of this District is proud of her, for her talent is from God and is discovered in His use for His glory. Rev. J. Reeves is proud of his better half and smiles rolled by one after the other, while she made the Reeves family famous. She proved worthy of her husband and he proved worthy of his wife, when he preached the Temperance Sermon. The District is truly proud of its daughter, who is destined to bless the world with her talent. ask that Negroes, to the same degree as others, shall share the blessings and privileges of American citizenship in every line of human endeavor—no more, no less. Between 900 and 1000 delegates from every part of the country attended the sessions, which will continue through Friday. Dr. Moton urged the affiliation os all Negro organizations in the country in order that their efforts for the betterment of the race, and for procuring justice in the elimination of lynching and other evils shall be effective. He also urged the league to form a strong organization to furnish capital to Negro business men. "The Race has never earned so much money as at present; never had so much money as today; and was never more willing to invest that money than now," said he, and has never been so willing to accept Negro leadership with such implicit confidence as now; and who shall say that this does not mark for the National Negro Business League the hour of its supreme opportunity!" "The Negro must learn as no other has learned, that a great deal of the so-called race problem must be worked out at 3 per cent," said Dr. Moton. "Business as such comes very near being color blind, and will yield always a hearty response to proper management." He pointed out that the population of the United States in 1790 was 4,000,00 and now that there are 11,000,000 Negroes alone. They conduct 50,00 business enterprises, seventy-two banks with a capitalization of $2,500,000, and doing an annual business of $35,000,000, have 100 bakeries, 40 department stores, 2080 dry good and notion stores, seventy-five furniture stores, 10,000 groceries, 1000 drug stores, 1200 millinery shops, 200 plumbing establishments, there are 150 or more, architects and 1200 undertakers. At the other meeting Bishop R. E. Jones, of New Orleans, recently appointed by the Methodist Conference, advised the Negroes to exercise one hundred per cent co-operation among themselves. Doctor Moton urged a wider spread of Christianity. Barious speakers from Southern states told of financial and commercial development of the Negro in the last Negro Population Is A Large Factor in our Finances Is Not Only A Formidable Investor But Is Also Creditor of U. S. Must Consider Party Pledges Democratic Methods Have Inflated Our Currency Beyond all Reason Chicago, Aug.27.—Aside from his observation of disfranchisement, discrimination and peonage, for which the Democrat Party stands sponsor, the colored man should be deeply interested in the contrast of policies between the two big parties on banking and currency. The American Negro is worth $2,000,000,000 now, and while he operates only 35 banks, he is doing a considerable banking business with white institutions, and counting his activities in agriculture, he is one of the largest factors in the production of the country. Governor Coolidge called attention to this in his recent speech accepting the Republican nomination for Vice-President, when he said that the "colored people had loaned to the Government $1.00 out of every $5.00 they possessed." Since the colored man has become not only a formidable investor, but a creditor of his country, he should carefully consider the difference between the pledges of the Republicans and the miserable hedge-bridge of reckless extravagance carried on by the Democrats. Colored investors loaned their money to the Government, not to be thrown away, but to meet the economic necessities of the country. They want the bonds they bought to be always worth their face value. But the Democrats, in their Z al to profit gacy with the people's money, have blown wind and water into our currency until it is inflated beyond any precedent in the country's history. "The continuance of this policy, since the Armistice," save the Republican platform "laws the Administration open to severe criticism. Almost up to the present time the practices of the Federal Reserve Board as to credit control have been frankly dominated by the convenience of the Treasury. "The results have been a greatly increased war cost, a serious loss to the millions of people who in good faith bought Liberty Bonds and Victory Notes at par." As a creditor of his Government and a beginner in the financial arena, conservaism of the national currency is a matter of as much concern to the colored man as to the whitest man in the country. It is of very great importance to the colored laborer and the hard-working washerwoman who have loaned their country money by buying Liberty Bonds to know that the bond for which they paid $50 dollars is $50 every hour in the day, every day in the week and every week in the year. few years. William E. Carson, president of the Negro Business League of Philadelphia, welcomed the delegates. The Rev. Charles A. Tindley, of the East Calvary Methodist Episcopal Church, prayed. Dr. B. Moton was elected presi- Dr. R. R. Moton was elected presi- GOVERNOR COX, FRIEND OF SENATOR HARRISON AND THE OTHER SOUTHERN REACTIONARIES By Neval H. Thomas The colored people who have intimate knowledge of Gov. Cox's chief supporters shudder at the thought of another Democratic administration. The man who put governor over at San Francisco, and who has since been placed in entire charge of the speakers bureau is Senator Pat Harrison who represents, or rather misrepresents, Mississippi in the United States Senate. He is the embodiment of the infamous system which disfrancises our brothers, outrages our manhood, robs our little children of the opportunity to learn, exploits of labor, denies us the right to sit on juries, condemns us to peonage, and lynches us as a pastime. How hath Mississippi fallen? This man holds the seat in the senate once held by Blanche K. Bruce and Hiram Revela. Negro statesmen whose eminent abilities won encomiums from Hoard and Windom, Blaine and Conkling. Before coming to the senate this same man of meagre culture and mediocre native endowment was in the House, the successor of John R. Lynch who measured up to the same high standards of these severe critics. When Negroes ruled Mississippi her congressional delegations were composed of statesmen who kept faith with their oaths to uphold the constitution, while today under the supremacy achieved by the most flagrant violations of law, we have the Harrisons, the Sissons and Williamses who have never comprehended the meaning of democracy and can conceive of nothing but a slave economy. They secure and uphold their seats in congress by proving that they hate the Negro, and believe in color caste. We hear nothing from them in congress but fulminations about Jim crow cars, segregation and cheating the Negro at the polls. While in the House Mr. Harrison introduced a jim crow car hill for the capital of the nation so that foreign visitors could see our rhetorical democracy in operation. In the recent investigation of our schools by a se- dent for the ensuing year. Mesdames Booker T. Washington, Maggie L. Walker and Richmond A. Malone, vice presidents; Charles H. Anderson, secretary. Bishop R. E. Jones was chosen Chairman of the Executive Committee. Resolutions commending Harding and Coulidge were withdrawn after a hot fight. HARDING PLEADS FOR OLD MORALITY Says It's Good to Drink of Past to Gain Inspiration for Tomorrow Marlon, O.—To Governor Cox's declaration that the Republican party stands on the skyline of a setting sun, Senator Harding replied today that "if we may look backward to clear our vision we may look forward more confidently." "Call it reaction if you like," said the Republican nominee in a speech here "but we need the old standards of honesty, the lofty standards of fidelity, "If we are living in the past to recall the wisdom of Washington, the equal rights of Jefferson, the genius of Hamilton, the restoration of McKinley, or the awakening of Roosevelt, I am happy to drink of the past for my inspiration for the morrow. "Engineering is a scientific pursuit, and I never knew an engineer who did not turn his transit to his back sight to make sure of his line by which he were to move on. Every hope of life is of tomorrow, but the glory of ten thousand morrows was wrought in the wisdom gleaned on yesterday." The speech delivered from the front END OF SENATOR TO THE OTHER RN REACTIONARIES lect committee of the senate he tried to emasculate our colored school officials and discredit our efficient system. He refused to address our colored witnesses with the customary "Mr. and Mrs." He virtually declared me unfit for teaching American youth because I teach them the sanctity of the Constitution of the United States. He had newspapers from different parts of the country containing my utterances on his table and passed them to other senators in an effort to prejudice them against me. He failed in this, however, as the other members of the committee were Senators Oupper, Sherman, Dillingham, and Walsh, and the papers contained only my condemnations of the outrages upon the constitution by Mississippi and the other southern states. He then secured a special night meeting of the senate in which he delivered, in poor phraseology severed strictures against Mrs. Coralie Franklin Cook and Dr. J. Hayden Johnson, two of the colored members of the board of education, because they had insisted that the school law be enforced and the colored superintendent, Roscoe Conklin Bruce, be given the powers guaranteed him by the statute. He eulogised the white superintendent (since dismissed) who has the Mississippi idea of the Negro education; who worked in every way to subordinate our colored school officers; and who was out of sympathy with our efforts for much needed equipment for the colored schools. In the closing hours of the last congress he tricked the senate into unanimous consent to a rider to an appropriation bill giving the appointing power of the board of education to President Wilson, and continuing the prejudiced superintendent in office. We lobbied among the House conferees and defeated it, thus saving the colored people their representation on the board of education from which Senator Harrison sought to eliminate them. We cannot support a man like Gov. Cox who is so unfortunate in his company. porch of the Harding residence to members of the Ohio Republican Editorial association was a plea for a return to the old-time morality and fairness. If every one concerned had been "rigidly honest," he said, peace might have long since have been established and industrial and social unrest quitted. He also advocated a forest policy to insure the adequate domestic supply of timber to meet, among other needs, the demand for print paper pulp. There was no direct reference to the League of Nations, but the candidate revealed tonight that he expected soon to elaborate on his previous declarations for an international understanding that would not imperil American integrity. He indicated that the enlargement of his foreign policy would be included in the speech that he is to make early in September dealing primarily with agricultural issues. The Minnesota state fair is under consideration as the place where this address will be delivered. Minister's Pleads For His Race; Brings Applause By The Negro Associated Press Lincoln, Nebr., Aug 27 --Dr. Charles A Tindley the celebrated Philadelphia Negro preacher, was the principal speaker at the Epworth Assembly meeting last Thursday afternoon. He made an elequent plea for justice for the Negro and was loudly applauded by a large mixed audience of whites and colored people. GRANDEST SESSION IN HISTORY OF SUNFLOWER COUNTY S. S. CONVENTION. I wish to make known through your paper that we have just witnessed one of the grandest sessions of the Sunflower County S. S. Convention, in its history. On Sunday, August 15, the following were invited by the Rev T. B Miles, the noted preacher of the day, to the home for dinner;—Prof. I. A. Gentry, the teacher of the High School at Indianola, Prof. Wm. O'neal president of the S. S. Convention, G. W. West. Corresponding Secretary and H. N. Gibson, Sister Gray. At this dinner, there were too many good things to mention for the readers would begin getting hungry. Afterwhich we returned to church; prayer service was conducted by deacon Fields and then Rev. Miles preached as never before and our hearts rejoiced. May this man live long to carry His word and to teach the down trodden race. This excellent dinner was served at the home of Sister Jennie Williams. Cora Gibson Valley View, Dots We are yet alive; our Sunday School is doing great work for the Lord. We had a nice time on July 23rd at the picnic Mrs. Marie Davis and Mr. Charlie Mitchell made a trip to Columbia, and on their return home they were telling all their friends how much they enjoyed themselves. Our B. Y. P. U., is yet alive and is trying to do good work in it. The Women had their call meeting at Oak Grove on the 4th Sunday in July; it seemed that all the visitors enjoyed themselves. They had a nice program rendered. Rev. J. W. Liddell preached the educational sermon and if you want to hear an educational sermon, send for Rev. Liddell. Death Claims a Good Woman. Dear Readers: Please allow space to say a few words about a soldier for Christ, who has passed from death to life in person of Sister Dillie Young, the wife of Bro. G. G Young, who was a faithful mother of the Church, the Treasure of the Sunflower County Sister Workera' Convention, died July 24th. In full triumph of faith. It is our loss but heaven's gain. Pleasant Hill M. B. B. C. Annual Outing. The St. Matthew C. M. E Sunday School gave their annual outing at the McKinley Park August 25th, 1920. The public was invited out and enjoyed it. The Sunday-school met at the church, corner, 11th and Mosley at 11:00 o'clock. Mrs. A Jackson, Supt. H H. Edmond, Pastor. Compliments and News From Canton, Miss. Editor of The Negro Star, Wichita, Kansas; My Dear Sir and Bro:— Enclosed find post office money order for $2 00 to renew my sub- scription for The Star. I do not know just how much I am due The Star; if this does not pay the bill, notify me. The Star ought; to be in the home of every Negro in America. Every Monday, after reading my next Sunday's Sunday School lesson, the next thing is The Negro Star. May God bless you and The Star, you are one of the sons of Madison County, of whom, everybody who know you are proud. Now that your paper has a large circulation in Mississippi, I want you and the people who read your news and instructive paper to know this and hear from our county and church- Mt. Zion, Canton, is now in the most prosperous condition in the history of the church under the pastorate of one of the greatest church workers I have ever known in the person of Rav. J. S. Drew of Helena, Ark. He took charge of Mt Zion in February and in four months she added to the church 145 members, 75 of these by baptism and 30 otherwise. The Sunday School has doubled in number. All of the auxiliaries revived and several new ones organized. We now have two choirs, viz; church choir and juvenile. The pastor's proficient wife Mrs Ida A. Drew has charge of the latter. Our meeting house is newly painted inside. We have the finest carpet in the town and he has raised over $2000 Now, we have repaired the parsonage, added one new room and re-papered all. It now has five rooms, hall and front and back gallery and electric lights. We will have a pipe organ installed in church in a few months. The Madison County S. S. Couvention met on the 6th with the Pleasant Grove S S., Church pastored by Rev. W. L. Jones, a new star that has appeared since you left us, and S.L. High, superintendent. These two Christians and progressive men having charge of everything, all were happy and we had the best meeting soically, intellectually, spiritually and financially in the history. of the orgaan'zation There were 31 Sunday Schools represented: 102 messengers, raised $228 91; donated to Jackson Baptist College $10 00 and to the writer $25 00 part payment of try trip to Indianapdis, on September 8th. Rev. W. L. Jordan was elected after the Rev. W. L. Varnado resigred; so pleased was the Convention with their year's work, that he and all of his officers were re-elected to serve the next two years. The singing was just fine, with Mrs L. P. Johnson at the organ. I want The Star to have a larger circulation here and I recommend Mrs. L P. Johnson, and I think if you would write her, she would take up the agency here. With best wishes I am yours for the betterment of our race. Jordan Williams, Box 148, Canton, Miss. Asked To Pay For Sins By The Negro Associated Press Raleigh, N. C., Aug. 27,—H. Baxter McRary, the wealthiest and best known Negro in the State of North Carolina, h has been made the defendant in a suit for $10,000 damages by Henry A. Varner, a former president of the National Editorial Association, ex-commissioner of labor and printing and now chairman of the state prison board, for alienation of his wife's affection. Varner has sued his wife for absolute divorce. The Varners are prominent in society circles in this city where they formerly lived for eight years. Their home is now in Lexington. It was Varner's neighbors who first became aware of McRary's relations with Mrs. Varner. I at week, while Varner was in New York City, McRary was seen to enter the Varner home by citizens. The house was surrounded and the Negro was found hiding in the cellar. He was arrested and warned by the Mayor to leave the city. Varner immediately attached McRary's property and promptly entered suit Mrs. Varner has also left the city and is said to have returned to her former home in Kentucky. McRary is one of the active social workers among his race and as a public speaker has few equals in the State of North Carolina. He was born a slave, but by thrift and intelligence has amassed a considerable fortune. Varner is owner and editor of the Lexington Dispatch. Mrs. Varner is widely known as clubwoman and church worker. The Varners have been married twenty years. It is Fair for the Guilty to Suffer By The Negro Associated Press Springfield, Ill., Aug. 27. - It became known today that Gov. Lowden, replying to a request from Secretary of State Colby for information regarding the killing of Carrari, an Italian, in a riot at West Frankfort, Aug. 7th, said the State authorities have the situation well in hand and that every means is being exerted to prosecute the guilty persons. By The Negro Associated Press Newport, R.I.; Aug., 27. - The Newport branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People started a mem- bership drive here last week. 200 new members are sought by the branch. The Sick are Feeling The Effect By The Negro Associated Press Columba, S. C., Aug 27 The Negro auxiliary of the Associated Charities is doing a grand work among the colored people of this city. 61 cases were handled by its members during the month of July. The July sick list was very small. New Banking Firm For Negroes By The Negro Associated Press Elizabeth City, N. C., Aug 27, —The first exclusively Negro banking house in northeastern North Carolina, opened its doors in this city last Saturday morning. The bank is known as the Albemarle Bank and has a paid up capital of $25,000 all of which was subscribed by the Negroes in this vicinity. The preside t of the bank is Dr. E. L Boffler and the Cashier is W.H. Holland, formerly of Portsmouth, Va. $7,500 Normal School By The Negro Associated Press Wilmington, Del, Aug. 27. The Negro citizens of this place will start an active campaign to raise a $7,500 Normal School fund. A big mass meeting was held on the night of the 17th of August and speeches were made by former Dean L. B. Moore of Washington, D. C., and Prof. T. S Inborden. It is expected that the money needed will be raised in a short time. Grand Lodge Session Forward March Salisberry, N. C., Aug. 27.—The Grand Lodge of Negro Odd Fellows is holding its annual session here this week. About 500 delegates are in attendance. The Annual report shows that the order has increased its endowment policies from $200 to $300 and the Grand Treasury has a balance of over $40,000. Baptist Elect.. Officers By The Negro Associated Press Spokane, Wash., Aug. 27.— Mrs. J. H. Corbin has been se- lected as the head of the C lored Baptist Sunday Schools of this district. The other officers of the association are; Mrs. Ida Thompson, Portland, Oregon, Vice President; Miss Elizabeth Barrow, Spokane, Secretary; Mrs. L A. Branum, Yakima, treasurer; Mrs S. C. H. Teel. Spokane, corresponding secretary. Women Are Getting Together By The Negro Associated Press Ireading, Pa, Aug. 27.—The colored women of he city have organized a Women's Republican Club. Meetings are held weekly. Mrs. Marie Bankes is the president of the club Let the Negro Build for Himself Plateau, Ala., Aug. 27.—An educational rally was held here last Tuesday by the Negroes of Choctaw County. Address were delivered by ex Congresman O. L. Gray and County Superintendent Zack Rogers Isaiah J. Whitley. principal of the Mobile County Training School for Negroes also spoke and urged his people to build schools, become better farmers and build up a reputation for honesty and industry. Inspiring Occasion and Reflection of Progress Nashville, Tenn., Aug. 27. The colored people of Nashville, held their annual Emancipation Celebration last Monday af ernoon and night at Greenwood Park. Dr. Noah W. Williams delivered the principal address. Other squeches were made by Elder Preston Taylor, the Rev H A. Bond Dr. S E McDowel and the Rev H L P Jones. All Things in Common None Suffer Johnstown, Pa. Aug., 27. 15,000 is being raised by the Negroes of this city to be used as a welfare fund among the members of the race who have come to Johnstown during the past two years. A big community house will be one of the features of the work. The pastors of the various Negro congregations and leading laymen have been organized into a big campaign committee. Raleigh, N. C., Aug., 27.—The annual community Sing was given last Sunday afternoon on the campus of Shaw University. The Manly Street Choir, the Fayettqille Street Choir, the Tupser Memorial Cheir and the Martin Street Choir rendered the program. Many whites atteaded the Sing. Republicans Busy By The Negro Associated Press Richmond, Va., Aug. 27.—Hames W. Poe has been chosen as President, Benjamin J. McClelland, secretary and the Rev. J. L. Burbon, chairman of the executive committee of the Colored Republican Interstate Legion which has been organized to procure votes for the Harding-Coolidge ticket. President Poe is preparing an address that will be distributed throughout the country. Honor to the Dead; Relief to the Living By The Negro Associated Press Los Angeles, Calif., Aug. 27. —Negroes from the several sections of southern California attended the big Pageant of the Nations presented here last Thursday and Friday. The affair was given for the benefit of the Home for Aged Negroes and was a large financial success. The Pageant was written by the late Paul Laurence Dunbar, the great Negro Post. Community Club Much Good Lancaster, Pa. Aug 27. -The Colored Girl's Community Club is doing much work as part of the general welfare operations in the city. Mrs A. Thomas is the president and Olivia Brown is the secretary of the organization. Olarine Hair and Scalp Treatment will Destroy Germs and make the Hair Grow. It is Guaranteed. If you take a Thorough Treatment. Prompt Service to every one. I also teach the same. Terms Reasonable. Agents Wanted. R. A. HARRIS. R.' D. F. No. 3. Box 41. CARROLLTON, MISS. 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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. Phone M. 6132 912 E. 13th Street. WICHITA, KANSAS. SOMETHING NEW UNDER THE SUN SOMETHING NEW UNDER THE SUN INTERSTATE BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION opened-her doors New Year's morning, to help the poor, the old and forsaken by society. 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 launch the 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. 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. 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GORINE HAIR AND SCALP TREATMENT 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. MPS. LIBERIA THOMPSON. Proprietor. MRS. UBERIA THOMPSON, Proprietress. WICHITA. KANSAS. NILE QUEEN QUALITY COUNTS NILE QUEEN FREE! DeLuxe Beauty Book—write today for a copy! Miss Velvet Brown: "My hair and skin are in wretched condition. What can you recommend?" Drubbist: "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." 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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. Don't Forget to Call In 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 Adia hair pomade Cuticura salve, and hair growers of the best make. Call in and see us. MRS. CASHIER-CROUCH, Prop. 600 N. Main St. WICHITA, KANSAS. Phones: Day, Mkt. 2049 Night, Doug. 1136 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 Groceries, 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 Guarantees 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 MARKET 1094 Soft Drinks, Cigars, Tobaccos AND Employment Agency Stand 533 N. Main St. WICHITA, KANSAS Freeman L. Martíh Claude L. Jones Res. 'Phone M. 5306 'phone D. 5306 MARTIN & JONES ATTORNEYS-AT-LAW 535 N. Main Street Office 'Phone M. 7794 WICHITA — KANSAS Office 'Phone: Mkt. 2999. Residence 'Phone Mkt. 1065. 501 N. Water St. James A. Spears, ATTORNEY-AT-LAW 507 N. Main St. Notary Public in 'Office. WICHITA — KANSAS. LEAKE'S R. RALSTON Transfer and Baggage Residence 526 N. Water St. 'PHONE MARKET 239 Wichita, Kans. Grocery and Meats Corner 12th and Ohio Streets Telephone Market 5425 WE DELIVER --- SOCIETY AND PERSONAL The Denver Post has been forced to see the danger of being a member of a mob and through the microscope of forced opinion discovered an infectious germ that soon inoculates those who follow mobs. Of course he could not see this plainly until the mob wrecked his office. This discovery was made too late to keep his paper from encouraging a mob of 250 whites to take by force a piece of property bought by a Negro family. Well, if he is converted let him strengthen his brother, as nearly all white papers need the vision. --- The only time this country knows what to do with the Negro is when the war is on, but after the war is over, so careful it must be to keep him from the liberty that they were so anxious for the world he have, Tennessee came as near as peace losing the suffrage bill last week, because the Negro woman was standing at the door ready to cast her vote, but thank God, it was won 49 to 47, then one noble spirit who was was so afraid that it was going to be lost, voted in a way to get a chance to reconsider it: after it won, he changed his vote, making 50 to 16. Let no Negro of that state forget such men and such women who stand for "All men up and no man down." 0 Mr. Chester Lewis editor of the Hutchinson Blade was in the city Wednesday evening enroute to his home from the American State Legion convention. Mrs. Sadie Thomas left Saturday for a visit to Kansas City. On account of the death of his father, Mr. C. H. Miller of Due West, S C. Dr F O Miller left last night for his former home to take charge of the arrangements and give respects to the occasion. He was a successful farmer and had been a great asset to his state and country for years. Dr. Bass of Muskogee, Okla, is in the city on business and visiting the Doctors' Convention. He holds the distinction of being the Negro in attendance. AGENTS—Real Oil Paintings by Real Artists, antique gold frame 14x20 inches. No cheap minute stuff. A good seller for the coming holiday season. Sells at a moderate price, you can double your money. Good chance for crew manager with small capital. Write. quick, no one in this territory now. Mitchell & Co. Ponca City, Oklahoma. --- MEMBER OF THE JAMES COOPER MIDDLE PROSPECT FIRST IN SERVICE Entered as second-class matter June 12th 1919 a no Post Office at Wichita. Kans., under the Act of March 3, 1879. The writer of any article for publication must also same whether or not it is to be published. Write on one side of paper. We reserve the right to reject any eatter for publication. If you fail to get your paper, notify us at once. lature, our states are considering the same for the United States, thus it will not be long before our conditions will not be a guess work, but a member of the race will lay it bare before the fair brain of America. We believe this is the only safeguard to America's future. Let race loyalty and the future interest of the race and the onward march of humanity, be our highest aim. If Mr. Roscoe C. Simmons can get as much power in "black and white" as he is guilty of doing in making specches, The St. Louis Clarion will sweep the country. There should be no task for a Christian nation to give every person a chance, because the soul feels free when it has done its duty to its fellowman, through the kind act it can influence the body to do. Then, if Mr. Harding assures right and fair play to all, it should appease the soul of every American, because that is the basic principle of this Christian country—"the Good Samaritan," who went across the sea to help the suffering; this well accomplished, there is a closer duty and if there was no hypocrisy, the time is at hand when right shall prevail and all humanity shall rejoice. "Safety First" is the sign all over this country, Mr. Harding promises "Safety," then he is first. Turn and Everything Will Be in Order Some people go backward through this world, And never know what is next to whirl; Like a passenger on a fast moving train, It is entirely too late for his real gain. The questions of the day sweep him away, Because it was out of his reach to stay; Things wouldn't near be so confound. God should be our soul's first choice. For the suffering of every man to raise a voice: Who sits backward on the train of life, Will see things too late to keep down strife. Take your treaty and your law away, And let God's spirit rule day by day; The misery of life would fade away, Like objects of life that go to stay. Now, God alone can turn us around, So we can see things without a frowp; And smile from the heaven bound, Knowing he who overcomes, wears the crown. PERSONAL Mr. J. R Johnston is In Kansas City, this week attending the Board Meeting of the World's Wonder Oil Co. He hopes to land a branch office here. Mr. F I Godfrey, State Supervisor for American Woodmen, is now on a tour of th State for the order and is really pushing the cause in a true, straight for ward, business way. See him and become interested in this one of the best orders now on, because, in this you can carry your children right along with you in the Juvenile Department.) He is also representing The Negro Star as he goes. Let not this opportunity pass you by. Mrs. Ella Sandford has returned from a two weeks' visit in Chicago. Mr. W. M. Harvey of Guthrie Oklahoma was in our city visiting his daughter. Mrs. A. L. Dixon and Mrs B. A. Guy, also his daughter-in-law and grand children. Mr. Harvey is a retired farmer having 320 acres of land; farms rented out with good crops He makes his home in Guthrie. All that was mortal of Mr. Smith the father of Mrs. Patton, passed into the great beyond last Friday. His life was commemorated from the St. Mary Baptist Church, Monday. We sympathize with the bereaved. Mrs Marie Brown of Pittsburgh, Pa., after spending some time here with relatives and friends, has returned home. The guests are still speaking in praise of the three-course breakfast served Sunday at 9.00 a.m., in the home of Mr. and Mrs. Earnest Woodard. Mrs. Harriet Jones and children, Jewel Virginia and Kaye Mosby, were callers of the week, the little folks have a deal of fun playing about the place. The concert by the Juvenile Woodm n at L'Ouverture School last Tuesday evening under direction of Meadames Price and Outlaw and Miss Sims, kn wn as "The Housekeepers," was quit a success from two viewpoints. A delightful surprise party was given on Monday evening by Mrs Harriet Lewis at the home of Mrs. Mary Griggs, honoring Mrs Bertie Alken of Kangashty. the hostess served an elegant uncheese and an enjoyable time was spent by those present. Mrs. Janett Hill left Tuesday for an indefinite visit in Kansas city. Mrs. Cornelia Clayton made a visit on Sunday from Pocca City. Oklahoma the guest of Mrs. E. Ewe s. Mrs. Addie Bennett has been undisposed for several days at h r one on N. Wichita Street. Mr. Homer Perry left Wednesday on a trip to Kansas City. Mrs. Parthenia Glover who made a visit in the city for several days, has returned to Chicago. Ill. M. Luther Glenn was a caller of Wednesday afternoon. Mrs Thomas Redmond of Kingfisher, Oklahoma, visited her asste-in-law Mrs. Washington at 917 Wabash Avenue, left Monday afternoon for Great Bend, or a week's visit with her aunt. Rev. H. H. Haymon is in the city engaged in a series of meetings for the Holy Church. He is meeting with success and making friends. We were delighted to have him and Mr. Davis call to see us; respected citizens from Mississippi. We were glad to shake hands with Rev J. Reeves, Thursday; He passed through enroute to Newton. He is a wide-a-wake man, believes in his race. The Holy Sanctified Church is holding its annual meeting row, bringing many noted workers of their faith into the city. The church on the corner of 11th and Meade is packed every night. The Silver Leaf Temple No. 10 gave a picnic Saturday night at the G. M. E Church; it was largely attended by the members and friends. Mrs. Frank Kelley of 1157 N. Washington Avenue has returned from a three weeks' stay in Clartimore, Oklahoma. Mrs. Kelley states that Claremore is a fine place as her health was greatly restored while in that city. Mr and Mrs Kelley are renting the home and going to Oklahoma. Mrs. L. J. Tinsley stopped in Wichita, for a short stay enroue home from Eldorado; since receiving the Holy Ghost she has good health. Mrs. Sarah Dozler has bought a home site in the 1100 block on N. Washington and is expecting to move from 910 E 11th St. Mr. Sam Oliver left Wednes day morning for Oklahoma, where he will spend some time on a fishing trip and vacation. Mrs. F. Reed, 907 E Central Avenue and Mrs. Crawford enter tained for Mrs. Wo'dad's sister and niece. Mrs. and Miss Gilmore of Columbus, Kansas. The house was decorated with cut flowers and many were present. Kansas City, Kansas The Church of the Living God (C. W. F. F.) 337 Oakland Avenue, Elder B. M. Campbell, Pastor. On last Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday were some good services and quite a few ministers preached. Attendance was good. Friday night, August 20, the Pastor introduced Elder D. Norfleets, a Baptist minister. He took his text on "Stewardship," and did remarkably well. Saturday night meeting was omitted. Last Sunday, August 22, the Sunday School was fine, and the lesson was beautifully discussed. The morning service was noble. Elder B. M. Campbell, the Pastor preached a doctrinal sermon and it was touching to the heart, Elder Campbell is a spiritual speaker, a preacher that is sent from God. The Bible Band was excellent at 6.00 p. m., and a nice lesson was discussed. The night sermon was preached by Elder J. H. Harris, of Omaha, Neb. His text was: "What is the soul of man?" He showed what the soul of man was, and where it was after death. He said the soul was the body and not the God part of man, and that the soul lies in the grave until judgment and then rines in a spiritual body. Elder Harris lives at 809 N. 21th Street, Omaha, Neb. Monday night, the 23, the Pastor occupied the rostrum, and he made things very plain on the doctrine, and showed up the doctrine very plainly. Tuesday, 9:30 a. m., the State Assembly began. Many topics were arranged and discussed. Several out of town ministers are here attending the Convention. Next Sunday, August 29, there will be services all day, an old fashion dinner will be served in the Church about, 2:00 p. m. All are welcome to take part in the service, and welcome at other times also. Night, Elder Campbell preached, and he said many wonderful things and many things that were uplifting. Don't forget when you are in the city, you are cordially invited to be with us. Elder Harris left Wednesday for Omaha, where he is pastoring a large congregation. Sister Thornton, of Little Rock, Ark., is here on a visit. She is stopping with Sister Emily Mozsett, 2006 Hallock St. Sister Annie Arch, at 709 New Jersey Avenue, left last Saturday for Oklahoma City, Okla., to visit relatives and friends. Only 3 or 4 members are on the sick list, they are doing nicely. Mr. W. H. McKenzer, who met with a serious accident about three weeks ago, is now home from Bethney Hospital and resting very well, having a fractured skull. He is a devout member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church. Elder Moses Williams is his pastor. Elder J. H. Wright, the blind man, will run a ten days' meeting for Elder Moses Robinson, of the Church, of God on N. 6th St., beginning Aug., 29th, at night. When you are in this city, you are welcome to this temple, 337 Oakland Ave. South St. Louis, Notes Mrs. Ada McField left Saturday night for Vincent, Ark., where he has gone to visit relatives. Mr. Eddie Johnson has returned from Chicago, after spending a few days there. Mr. Horace Murphy is spending a few days in Danville, Ill., with relatives. We wish him a pleasant stay. Mr. Thomas Johnson is visiting this week in Charia, Mo. Mr. Irvin Brown is in Springfield, Mo., spending a few weeks' vacation. All of the young men are in the South St. Louis Band, and we miss them very much. Sunday, August 22, there was a grand rally given at Quinn Chapel. It was a mock conference, and the following are the names of the Churches that took part: California Conference—St. Stevenis, Lucy Brown, pastor $91.55. Union Chapel,, J. Parker; Pastor, $54.20. Allen Chapel, Allen Brown, Pastor, $84.45. Wayman Chapel, Mollie Gray, pastor, $37.00. Total $267.50. Colorado Conference—Byrd Chapel, C. Byrd, Pastor $54.39. St. James, Julia Sherman, Pastor, $26.25. Finnel Chapel, $106.34. Quinn Chapel, L. Black, Pastor, $74.62. Grand Total $271.57. We are very glad to have Mr. George Dupree back home again after spending two weeks in Brownsville, Tenn. He reports a glorious time. Miss Hattle Joplin died Friday. We are very sorry to hear of her death, but the Lord knows best. So sleep on Miss Joplin. Miss Rice of New York is visiting our city. We hope she will enjoy her stay. The collection for the Antioch Baptist Church, of Sunday, August 22, was $64.91. They will start on the building Thursday, if the weather is favorable. The Elks and Shriners left Saturday night for Kansas City. Calvary,Baptist Church. We are progressing nicely in our Sunday School work. We ask that everyone will attend the Sunday School. The 11:00 o'clock service was a great one. The Pastor filled the pulpit as usual, after the devotionals, using for his text: Exodus 14:19-20. There will be a program rendered in the B. Y. P. U., Sunday evening, everyone is invited to attend. The services for the evening began at 8:00 o'clock. After Mission Offering and Devotionals, the Pastor, Rev. S. B. Butler took his place in the pulpit, using for his subject: "Can the leopard change his spots, or the Ethiopian his skin?" Monday evening, there will be an entertainment given for the benefit of the Mission Circle. The tickets are out and everyone is asked to buy one and attend. Program will be rendered at 8:30. Supper will be served from 5:30 on. Admission 10 Cents. St. Matthew-C. M. E. Sunday was an inspiring day with the church, the glorious sunshine and cool morning brought forth fair attendance to the Sabbath School Mrs. A. Jackson, superintendent, in chair. At eleven o'clock, Rev. H. H. Edmond, pastor took his text and preached to us. In the afternoon we were invited to be with Rev. Gausse. Again in the evening, we returned to our own house of worship for another expression towards goodness. The Missionary Society met at the home of Mrs. L. L. Webster, 1024 N. Washington. Mrs. A. Jackson, president in chair. An enjoyable afternoon was had. The Progressive Club gave a social on our lighted Community Grounds, Tuesday evening. Watch the great movements toward our big rally day, known as the "Grand Rally." We are working now to prepare for conference with a lead. The annual picnic of our Sunday School was set for August 25th. We indeed miss and regret the return of Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Briley to their home. RAYMOND BRILEY, Reporter. New Hope Baptist "A Prayer for Pardon" was carefully studied by Sunday School attendants last Sunday morning. More is being learned about the character and career of David. We note with satisfaction that the Men's Bible Class is still doing good work. A deacon showed a good example, by being the first member of the class to arrive. "The Beauties and Wonders of God's World" proved to be a great topic in the B. Y. P. U. Meeting. At 8:00 p. m., Sunday, our minister delivered such a sound logical gospel sermon that the most skeptical must have been convinced. His text was from Acts 1:6-11. Scripture Lesson Ephesians 4:1-16. Subject— "The Central force in our Extension of Christianity." Part of the sermon follows: Christ's Disciples desired to know when the Kingdom should be restored to Israel. They thought that after His resurrection, Jesus would come into His glory. Remember, one wanted to sit on His right and one on the left. Jesus knew of this great extension and commanded that they tarry at Jerusalem until they be endowed with power. In modern speech His words were:—You shall be my witnesses, you shall extend My Kingdom. The Disciples were told by this great Teacher, of a people who had not been called but should be called God's people when the Holy Ghost comes upon you, said Jesus, and gives you power to overcome, you shall extend this Gospel. "The promise is to you and your children and to as many as God shall call." That inheritance belongs to every child of God. The Comforter has come. Peter said the Christ who had been crucified had become Christ and Lord. Christ became exalted because He humbled Himself. We are His willing subjects—acknowledge Him as Lord. Our vital personal relation to Christ enables us to sing—"What a wonderful change in my life has been wrought since Jesus came into my heart." Our experience of our feet having been taken out of the mire and placed upon the rock—will help you to extend this Gospel. Tell it to others. These twelve inspired workmen were raised from the depths of humiliation, and shame to the sublime heights to extend the Gospel. These twelve met the mailed list of Rome. When the sand of the Coliseum was red with their blood and their bodies formed torches, the Disciples were proving to be the wonderful witnesses for Christ. Think of the great extension—from the handful of Disciples who foraook Him and fled to the legions who now own His name and are extending the Gospel. Why did you stop telling of your conversion? Are you ashame? Tell it!a gain and again. Help in the Great Extension_of the Kingdom." Our Sick P. Bates was very much indisposed part of last week, but is better. part of last week, but is better. Mrs. Queenie Taylor is confined to her room with a severe attack of rheumatism; she is at the home of her sister, Mrs. Salona McGee, who has recently purchased a beautiful home in the Ninth block on Ohio. Although better, Mrs. May Mitchell remains on the sick list. Miss Inola Downard, who has been ill-ever since February is a patient sufferer. Her many friends are much concerned about her recovery. Gayle and Geraldine Shannon are in Chicago. Salona McGee, Jr., James and William Taylor, are in Columbus, Kansas, visiting their grandfather, Rev. J. S. Street. Mrs. V. C. Griffin anticipates aleasant visit from her son who resides in Chicago, Mr. Bryan Griffin is expected to arrive August 28th. Hurrahl Our picnic will be at Linwood Park, September 10th. Pray for a good day. Don't forget to come to New Hope Friday night, August 27th. The Missionary Society will give a fish fry. Hear our Macedonia ery, comel Prominent Wichitan Highly Honored Sergeant John D. Jones, retired Wednesday evening from Pittsburg, Kansas where he went as a delegate to the State Legislature convention, and reports having a splendid session. During the sessions of the convention, Mr. Jones was the designated leader of the colored delegate, and before adjournment was called upon to address the gathering, and of his speech the Pittsburg "Sun" had the following to say: Before the meeting adjourned, John D. Jones, representing the colored delegates attending the convention, was called upon for a short speech, Mr. Jones responded in a fine way. In speaking of the black man, he stated that the colored soldiers are Americans to the core; that the black man has done his bit since the beginning of American history and will always do his bit. He expressed the appreciation of the colored delegates for the splendid treatment they have been accorded here in Pittsburg and voiced the sentiment that the posts of the American Legion throughout Kansas, both white and black will endeavor to work together in the closest harmony for the cause of genuine Americanism. Mr. Jones was tendered a royal ovation at the case of his remarks Mr. Jones is a splendid type of progressive colored manhood. He is a building engineer and lives in Wichita. Petition by the Race for Senatorial Candidate By The Negro Associated Press Baltimore, Md. Aug. 27.—A large continent of colored citizens are circulating a petition calling for the nomination of the Hon. W. Asb'e Hawkins as a candidate for the United States Sena a. Hawkins will oppose O B. Welber, white, the Republican nominee. J. R. JOHNSTON S. S. JONES Mkt. 6745 Mkt. 6005 1408 N. Washington Avenue 1705 N. 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