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THE NEGRO STAR FOR THE GOOD OF THE PEOPLE BARKHAMSTED, CONN., Jan. 5 Residents here held a big celebration at the base of the famous John Brown's tree on Armistice Day. High tributes were paid the memory of John Brown by the orators of the day. The Chamber of Commerce placed the following inscription on a marker: "Registered in the Hall of Fame. ```markdown ``` Sirte Historical Society, W. N. R. P. DISGRACES OF AMERICA LES- SENED IN 1922. DISGRACES OF AMERICA LES- SENED IN 1922. Preston News Service) TUSKEGEE INSTITUTE. ALA., December 31, 1922—I send you the following concerning lynchings for the past year as compiled at Tuskegee Institute in the Department of Records and Research, Monroe N. Work in charge. I find, not including those killed in strikes, riots, etc., that there were 57 persons lynched in 1922. This is less than the number 64 for the year 1921. Thirty of the persons lynched were taken from the hands of the law; 13 from jails, and 17 from officers of the law outside of jails. --- I also find that there were 58 instances in which officers of the law prevented lynchings. Fourteen of these instances were in Northern States and 44 were in Southern States. In 54 of the cases the prisoners were removed or the guards were augmented or other precautions taken. In the 4 other instances, armed force was used to repel the would be lynchers. In ten instances, convictions carrying persistent sentences were secured against alleged lynchers. Of the 57 persons lynched in 1922, 51 were Negroes and 6 were whites; 19 or one-third of those put to death were charged with rape or attempted rape; 6 of the victims were burned to death; 4 were put to death and then their bodies burned. The charges against those burned to death were murder. 2: rape 4. The offenses charged against the writes were: murder, 2; fighting 1; charges not reported, 3. The offenses charged against the Negroes were: murder, 9; murderous assault, 4; rape, 14; attempted rape, 5; killing officer of the law, 3; horse stealing, 2; being intimate with woman, 2; no special charge, 2; killing man in al- tercation, 1; striking man in quarrel, 1; robbing and striking a woman, 1; cattle stealing, 1; using insulting language, 1; for being a strike breaker, 1; mistaken identity 2; indoent exposure of person and frightening woman and children, 1; intimidating officer of the law, 1. The nine States in which lynchings occurred and the number in each State are as follows: Alabama, 2; Arkansas, 5; Florida, 5; Georgia 11; Louisiana, 3; Mississippi, 9; Oklahoma, 1; South Carolina, 1; Tennessee, 2; Texas, 18. Very truly yours, R. R. MOTON, Principal. CLARENCE CAMERON WHITE AT WILBERFORCE CLARENCE CAMERON WHITE AT WILBERFORCE (Preston News Service) WILBERFORCE, OHIO, Jan. 5, The violin recital given here by Clarence Cameron White last Friday night was a decided success in every respect. A special feature of the program was the rendition of Mr. White's own compositions. During his stay here he was the guest of the Alpha Phi Alpha rraternity. After the recital he was the guest at a special "stag" given by the male members of the faculty. RESIDENTS HONOR JOHN BROWN'S (Preston News Service) COMMUNITY PROGRAM EMANCIPATION CELEBRATOION. COMMUNITY PROGRAM EMANCIPATION CELEBRATOION. In spite of the many different social attractions, a great time was witnessed at St. Paul A. M. E. Church, when the Community Emancipation Program was rendered. It was a wonderful demonstration of home talent. It proved the emancipation of the Negro was a blessing and the further he gets from those dark days the keener the intellect. Mr. J. C. Cowan sang as never before. Miss Marle Brown had us all patriotic when she concluded the recital of Lincoln's Gettysburg Speech. The Proclamation was read and a enlendid introduction was given by Maurice Jones. It was an intellectual treat to here Miss Laura Rawles on "Racial Progress and Education." Then we listened to Mrs. B. F. Hill with marked attention discuss "The Negro Woman in Business." "Racial Progress in Religion," was handled very nicely by Rev W. A. Washington of Ft. Worth. This was the first of the series of meetings of the N. A. A. C. P., the membership campaign dates from this meeting. We are out for 500 members. American Forestry Association, Marker Placed by Barkhamsted Chamber of Commerce, November 11, 1922." WILBERFORCE BASKET BALL TEAMS IN FORM. WILBERFORCE BASKET BALL TEAMS IN FORM. (Preston News Service) WILBERFORCE, O., Jan. 5-The basket-ball season opened here the first week in January with a schedule filled with important games. The teams have been at hard practice for several weeks and from all indications Wilberforce will send out the strongest basket-ball aggregation she has ever had. A complete schedule of important games will be published EMPIRE A.C.AT NEWARK ARMORY. (Preston News Service) NEWARK, N. J., Jan. 5-The Empire A. C., gave an unusual treat to the amusement loving public on Xmas night in the Newark Armory. The music for the occasion was furnished by Ford Dabney's syncopated orchestra of 85 pieces. A feature of the affair for the arrangement for continuous dancing. Ample provisions were made for those who did not care to dance. The multi-colored decorations surpassed any previous effort in display of splendor. The Armory was packed to its utmost capacity for the occasion. One could not resist the alluring strains from that monster syncopated orchestra. Harry Wills Keeping Fit "Watchfully Waiting" For Crack At Title. NEW YORK, N. Y., Jan. 5—Harry Wills is keeping himself in the pink of condition watchfully waiting for a crack at the title. He knows that Dempsey will run out of bunk pretty soon and the general public will demand a show down. Some people think that Wills will not be in as good condition next summer as he is now and that Dempsey will not have much trouble doing away with him in the ring. However, Harry Wills is taking very good care of himself and losing no opportunity to keep himself in the best condition. START YOUR LESSONS TODAY Piano Piano-Violin-Vo Wichita Proves To Be Very Musical Wichita is a pretty hard place at first, And you're knocked from day today But when at last the cloud doth burst; You saul smother on the way. You can another on the way. The Wabash Studio started with one student for three weeks in 1921 then later thru special toil and effort it has grown to an enrollment of 91 f good and regular standing. Wichita has grown to be one of the most musical centers in the West. There has been no publication of names since October because of rush in the Studio. Miss F. M. Bailey, another teacher, very competent has been secured and wrok is still on the increase. A location for a Conservatory of Music is now being sought and plans for building construted. This building should be the pride of the Wichita Musician hard man and is keeping himself prepared to meet just such a man. Some wise ones claim that Wills is a poor fighter against an opponent whom he does not know, but when he knows his opponent and has confidence in himself he is a hard man to whip. In the case of Dempsey, Wills knows about what he will be up against and has confidence that he will come out winner. Some writers are of the opinion that Dempsey is afraid of Wills, while others think Wills is afraid of Dempsey. Be that as it may, this writer believes that both men will fight to a finish and the battle will be staged between two men with "bleed" in their eyes and hearts. Kid Norfolk Wins Over Anderson. BOSTON, MASS. Jan. 5.—Lee Anderson, who has established a reputation for gameness and ability to take punishment, had his reputation put to a severe test last Friday night in the bout with Kid Norfolk, of New York, in Mechanics hall. Except for his showing in the first three rounds and in spots in a few other rounds, Anderson was at the mercy of Norfolk. Kid Norfolk won the decision, the bout going the entire route of 10 rounds, and the award belonged to him. Anderson, although he has done considerable training, did not appear to be in his usual form. He started out with a flash and it looked as though he was going to be a winner. He slammed some terrific swings and hooks to Norfolk's jaw, shaking him considerably. In the second and third versions of the affray Anderson got in his big works. He carried the fighting to Norfolk throughout these stanzas, once actually having Norfolk on the run. At times a knockout by Anderson seemed probable. Although apparently, bested during the first three rounds of the_bout, Norfolk never lost control. By the WABASH STUDIO OF MUSIC ```markdown ``` 1241 Wabash Avenue. 'Phone M. 3130 Miss Dorrothy L. Sims and Miss Fannie M. Bailey. Instructors EASY MODERN METHODS USED LESSONS 50 CENTS AND UP. VOICE-Harmony and "The wonder of the West." It is to have a first class auditorium, balcony, stage, studios for violin, voice, piano, wind instruments and class at class rooms for Theory and composition work and modern in every way. The auditorium may be used for any public gathering. The idea is being endorsed by leading people of the city of both races. Firms from as far East as Penn, are writing for a chance to demonstrate the beauty of their products in the building. An expression written or verbal by way of encouragement will be appreciated by Miss Dorotty Sims, President of this Conservatory, whether you are in Wichita or other parts of the world.—Send or say a kind word to her. Others are doing so, why not you? It is for you. This may be the beginning of another great institution like Tuskegee. Started by a young woman, who has had to work her way similar to that of B. T. Washington. end of the third round Kid Norfolk began to get going and began to slam some stingers on Anderson's jaws and then it became apparent that there was going to be a different story. When Anderson came out for the fourth stanza of the set to he showed plainly that he was tired, failed to save himself from a lot of body punishment, and in his wild swinging opened himself up for more punishment, which Norfolk did not fail to administer. It was noticeable that many of his blows were merely slaps with the open hand. He had simply spent himself. Norfolk was well aware that the tide had turned and began to pick his spots like a sharpshooter and seldom failed to land where he aimed, mostly on the body. Norfolk won the fourth, fifth, sixth, seventh and eighth rounds easily. Anderson did some punching and clinching, but lit- OIL MAKES BLIND FATHER WEAL- THY OVER NIGT. Shrevesport, La., Dec. 27— The discovery of oil on the land of Wright Rook, who has been totally blind for a number of years took him and his family of 15 children out of poverty into wealth almost over night When informed of his wealth the old man is said to have told his informant that he did not know what to do with it except to buy himself some clothes and something to eat. He is an ex slave and being blind is unable to fully enjoy the things wealth bring. But his children declare they will see to it that they get all that is coming to them. Only two of his children are with him now. The others are said to be on their way to father now although they had not communicated with him for years past. PROF. WILLIAMS MAKING SURVEY OF HAYTI. TUSKEGEE, ALA. Jan. 5.—Prof. William T. B. Williams., field secretary of the Jeanes-Slater Foundation, with headquarter here, is making an educational survey of Hayti at the request of the United States Government as well as the Haytian government. It is said that the purpose of this survey is based on the idea of establishing in the island an educational system based upon the plan of Tuskegee Institute. It is said that officials in Washington think that by incubating into the youth of Hayti the principles and ideas taught at Tuskegee the future of the island will be made more secure. It is believed that Professor Williams is the best qualified man in this country to perform his intricate mission for the government inasmuch as he is a graduate of Hampton Institute and then rounded out his educational preparations at Harvard University. He has been a successful teacher for a number of years an is regarded as an authority on educational problems. This step by the U. S. Government is based upon the report of the commission headed by Senator McCormick, report recommended that this government still occupy the island. tle damage. In the meantime he received some midriff, and big Bertha wallops that would have caved in a man of leas grit and stanza. In the ninth Anderson attempts the drowning man's stunt by grabbing at a straw, but the rally was too weak to turn the tide. However, he managed to even up the round. Norfolk won the tenth. Both men were considerably damaged from the fray. Norfolk received a bad cut on the forehead over the left eye when the two men brought their heads together early in the bout. DR. MOTON ENDS "MARCH TO THE SEA." Albany, Ga., Dec. 28-For the first time in history Albany whites and Negroes assen bleed in large numbers in the City Auditorium to listen to talks on interracial problems by Negro and white speakers. The occasion was the welcome to Dr. R. R. Moton, Principal of Tuskegee Institute, during his "good will" trip through Georgia. The meeting was presided over by Major Pencock and the introductory speech was made by H. T. McInish, vice president of the Albany Heralo publishing Company. Other speakers were: Carlton B. Gibson, superintendent of Savannah Public Schools Prof. C. G. Willey, of Georgia State College; Bishop R. F. Keese and Dr. Moton. Dr. Moton's party included; C. C. Spaulding, secretary-treasurer North Carolina Mutual Life Insurance Company of Durham; Herman E. Perry, president of the Standard Life Insurance Co. Atlanta; Dr. A. M. Wilkins, vice president Citizens Trust Co., Atlanta; I B Williams, president Wage Farmers Bank, Savannah; Dr. John Hope, president Morehouse College, Atlanta; Hon. Benjamin J. Davis, editor Atlanta Independent; Warren Logan, treasurer Tuskegee Institute; A. L. Holsey, secretary to Dr. Moton; Dr. W. H Harris, Athens Ga; B. A. Williams, Savannah; Prof. H. A. Hunt, Fort Valley Ga; W. A. Avery, Hampton Institute, Hampton Va.; Monroe N. Work, E C. Roberts, T. M. Campbell, Charles H. Gibson, C. J. Calloway, C. M. Battey, C. H. Five Cents Per Copy FEDERAL JUDGE CALLS FOR BAT- TLE ON K.K.K. IN GEORGIA DIS- TRICT COURT. (Preston News Service) ALBANY, GA., Dec. 28—Sharp criticism of the Ku Klux Klan, assertions of its harmfulness and suggestions for combating it were contained in the charge to the grend jury last Monday by Judge William H. Barrett of the United States District Court for south Georgia, at the opening of the Albany division. "With the earnestness and zeal of a Georgia citizen," said Judge Barrett, "one who loves his state and his country, I implore you to co-operate in combatting what is unquestionably a menace, what I believe has not yet assumed as great magnitude as many would have us believe but which is undoubtedly a disease in the body politic and if we are to treat it wisely we should treat it now, in its incipiency, and that is the Ku Khux Klan." "I am told that the constitution of this organization is worded in such a way that no patriotic hitizen can cavil at it". Judge Barrett continued, "but my information is that the real motives that lead to joining, though not professed in the constitution, are usually one of four I may say. One that perhaps had considerate force at the initiation of it as an anti-Negro sentiment, founded upon the proposition that by reason of the unusual treatment recorded some Negro soldiers abroad, there might be an efforts on their part to create an unhappy situation here. Another is an anti-Catholic sentiment, Swich would seek, if not to punish, at least greatly to subdue all those who believe in that religion. Another was an anti-Jewish sentiment. Another, and perhaps the most general—and I do not wish to be vituperative—was in arrogating to themselves, a super-knowledge and virtue, by which they would determine what things were wrong, and that they could correct them wholly independent of government, courts and law. "I ask you, gentlemen," Judge Barnett continued, eye to eye and face to face to ask any member of the klan, if perchance he has a young daughter, if he is willing to so carry on his life and activities that her virtue and her protection shall depend, not upon courts, not upon law but upon the passions of men. Ask him, if he has a young son, if he is willing for him to grow up in a country that knows no law. Ask him, if he is right, why mask? The cure of wrong is light, and you may count upon it, when a mask feels that he must act with a hidden countenance and in secret, in the depths of his heart he doubts his rightness. I call to his attention the fact that a mask may conceal not only an honest man and a patriot, but it may conceal a barbarian. One clothed with iniquity, who seeks to wreak his own personal hate or jealousy by taking advantage of the organization. I asked him if a mask cannot just as well hide a Negro's face as a white face, a Catholic face as a Protestant, a Jew's as a Gentile's. Ask him if he does not realize that by this practice, however worthy he may think for the movement, he is turning loose the beast which will overrun all good government, all law, all justice, all love of man, and bring our country to desolation an dispair." Stewart and C. I. Wella Tuskegee Institute; R. S. Grosley, Jackson, Miss.; Jesse O. Thomas, Urban League, Atlanta, Ga.; A. R. McCov, Atlanta, Ga. and J. W. Holley, Albany, G. Subscribe for The Negro Star. 108 E. Pine St. MRS. WALTER WILLIAMS, Manger. EBENEZER BAPTIST CHURCH. Bible School, 9:30 a. m., conducted by Prof. W. E. Gray, Supt. Devotions led by Bro. Page. Pastor W. C. Cartwright preached the morning sermon. This was the last of the series of sermons on the Prayers of Jesus. Subject: "The Final Prayers of Jesus." Mttt. 26:36 46.' The place of prayer was at Gethsemane. The Master prayed the same prayer three times:—"Then cometh Jesus, with them into a place called Gethsemane, and saith unto the disciples, sit ye here, while I go yonder ...And He took with Him Peter, James and John, and began to be sorrowful and very heavy. Then saith He unto them, my soul is exceedingly sorrowful, even unto death; tarry ye here and watch with me. And He went a little and fell on His face, and prayed, saying. O my father, if it be possible let this cup pass from me: Nevertheless, not as I will but as thou wilt. And He cometh unto His disciples and findeth them asleep, and saith unto Peter, What, could ye not watch with me one hour? Watch and pray that ye enter not into temptation. The spirit indeed is willing but the flesh is weak. He went away again the second time and prayed, staving, O my Father, if this cup may not pass from me, except I drink it. Thy will be done. And He came and found them asleep again: for their eyes were heavy. And He left them and went awry, prayed the third time, (saying the same words) Then cometh He to His disciples and saith unto them: Sleep on now and take your rest: Behold the hour is at hand and the Son of man is betrayed into the hands of sinners. Rise and let us be going: behold he is at hand that doth betray me. And while He yet spake, lo Judas one of the 12, came with him a great multitude with swords and stones from the chief priests and elders of the people, and thus Judas with a kiss betrayed Christ." Did God answer Jesus' prayer? We should not pray to God to lighten our burdens or to relieve our sufferings, but to give us grace to endure our suffering and strength to bear our burdens. If we would be like Jesus, we must suffer; if we would be like Jesus, we must bear burdens--He bore the cross. Then, must Jesus bear the cross alone and all the world go free? etc. No. Christ never prayed for the suppression of suffering not the lightening of His burdens. His prayer "Let this cup pass, if it be Thy will" was the praying for physical strength to do what He came to do; that is die on Calvary. Our prayers should be like His. The three uttered prayers of Jesus' agony should teach us— 1st, A higher sense of His suffering for us. 2nd, That it is not wrong to be exceeding sorrowful. 3rd, While we pray to be delivered from evil, we should ever say from the heart, "Not as I will, but as Thou wilt." On Calvary—Then said Jesus, "Father forgive them for they know not what they do." And they parted His raiments and cast lots. Luke 23:34. This prayer included the Roman soldiers first and then the thoughtless multitude. I need not tell you this prayer was heard, read 2:23; 37:41. His being delivered by the determinate counsel and foreknowledge of God, Ye have taken, and by wicked hands have crucified and slain. Now when they heard this they were pricked in their hearts and said unto Peter and the rest of the apostles, 'Men and brethren, what must we do?' Then they that gladly received His words were baptized and the same day they were added unto them about three thousand souls. But I say unto you, love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you and pray for them that despiteilly use you, and persecute not. Matt 5:44. The lesson that we should learn—1st that we must pray even for our bitterest enemies. 2nd. The love that induced our Saviour to bear such sufferings for us as called for this prayer should teach us to love Him, more and more each day. And when Jesus had cried with a loud voice, He said, "Father into Thy hands I commend my Spirit;" and having said this He gave up the Ghost. Now we must be able to utter the same glorious prayer. Again at Bethany—Luke 24:51-53. And He led them out as far as to Bethany and He lifted up His hands and blessed them; and it came to pass while He blessed them, He was parted from them and carried up into heaven. And they worshipped Him and returned to Jerusalem with great joy and were continually in the temple praising and blessing God. Amen. May we share therein? The following visitors were introduced to the congregation:Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Brown, of Cheyenne, Wyo. Mrs. Jane Brown, Mr. Theodore Brown, J. E. Brown, Jr., and Miss Hattie Brown, Cheyenne, Wyo., Mrs. H. P. Carroll, Omaha, Nebr., Miss Nina Cliskscale, Emporia, Miss Carrie Gray who is attending University at Lawrence, Miss Zelma Bradford. Platt City, Mo., Miss L. White from the school of Empora, Prof. W. E. Gray, Jr., of Wichita, Misses Leslie and Bessie Porter of Kansas City, Mr. Thomas E. Mason of Nehawka, Nebr., Mr. Victor Cray of University of Kansas, Mr. Ralph Penn of Springfield, Mo., Mr. and Mrs. H. C. Jefferson of Cheyenne, Wyoming. B. Y. P. U., was largely attended and is progressing under the model plan, Bro. John Dysant, Pres. The Christmas Cantata rendered by the choir, Sunday, Christmas Eve night, was a great success. The choir sang to a large and appreciative audience. The choir under the direction of Mrs. W. E. Gray, organist and Mrs. M. Waters, chorlster labored hard to make the cantata a success and they were well paid for their effort. The Federation of the Ladies' Art Clubs of Atchison, did much good Christmas; they gave away 24 baskets of provisions for charitable purposes. This movement should be encouraged. Mrs. D. L. Stewart, Pres. Sister Edith Borms, Sec. S ARE YOU AWARE? That success is won thru determination? One succeeds in proportion as he possesses that "dogged" will power to accomplish in the face of odda. That the fellow who will not stand criticism or will not sacrifice to develop is not the kind of leader we need? The day has dawned when every body who is in a place of trust should and must recognize the motto, "Training for Service." There's no such thing as being fitted from birth for the work of life. Any one who has a call to do something in life, has the understanding that he is to make certain definite preparations. On the other hand, if a certain fellow you know in not making a showing to the effect that he is trying to equip him self for the job he claims as his, he is not called of God for that work. That there's a place in life for every individual to work? No two individuals can occupy the same place. It is not tue that you can take an other's place according to God's plan. You can only take your own place in life. You may occupy the place said to be that of another, but if you are doing the job well, it's your place not anyone else's. Even successions do not prove that we have another's place. Altho, our predecessors have done well the jo' it is sort of a relay service, one takes it so far—the final cosumation of his time and place—then another steps on the scene and takes it so far and on and on to the final consumption of times. Are you now occupying or preparing to occupy the place prepared for you in life? If you are not doing some noticeable good in the place you occupy, verily you are not occupying but are hindering the individual who can occupy. That the mission of this column is to provoke a logical line of thinking in our race? How well this mission is completed depends upon the "kick" or the reaction gotten from it's valued readers. Have you anything to say? We consider anything of interest in this line. Notice next week an article on race relations and the salvation of the termed race problem will be begun. Everything is destined to make you think. R U ever guilty of such? What do you want to say? 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Many teachers and officers were present at the eleven o'clock services. Our pastor, Dr. Douglass preached from the text, "The Master calleth for Thee." subject: "There is something in store for you. At the close of the sermon, two (2) were received to membership. B. Y. P. U., Black Board online by Mrs. Lela Sums, was fine, discussing the quarter's lesson. The program was managed by Miss Sadie Cotton, was good. The solo by mother Cotton was enjoyed. The reading by Mrs. Sims was good and in fact, the entire program was fine. The paper by Mrs. Mayfield, talk by Mrs. Young, also Mrs. Nesby. Duet by Mr. and Mrs. J. D. Wilson, all were enjoyed to the highest. The City-Wide Mission was a success at our church, Mrs. I. F. Bates, was re-elected president; all of which you will hear more about. Our night service was fair. Our minister, Rev.. Douglass preached from Luke 15:10; words: "There is joy in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner that repenteth." At the close of the sermon there were five applications for church membership; four (4) candidates for baptism; our total to membership yesterday was seven (7.) Thank God for all. Our Watch Meeting was interesting. Several came forward to be prayed for. Our Mission Circle rendered a nice program. Sister Washington is getting started out nicely as President of the circle; let's pray for her success. She is a great young woman. The pastor and officers are behind her and the Lord leading her, she can never fail. Mr. Thomas Fuller was in the city, and was entertained by Rev. and Mrs. J. E. Douglass. St. Mary's Church reporter. Mr. C. C. Robinson Spoke At New Hope.. Last Sunday P. M. A great fellowship was experienced and a fine feeling from songs, prayers and expressions. Mr Hugh McVay presented Mr. C. C. Robinson of New York, the National Boys' Work Secretary. He is a live wire. He began by prasing the Colored men's quartet at Atlantic City, and spoke of the many reasons that caused him to come. He spoke of the need of efficient playgrounds for boys and the many different difficulties the boy gets into by not having plenty of room. He took us to the Hawaiian and let us see God in creation as the island is still making; and the to their college where the doctor and the chemist have found a cure for, the Leprosy. He had us to know the force and cure had been on the earth for 1000s of years, but it took knowledge to analyze and experiment on until the results were obtained. The remembered chemist who was once a poor boy, who happened to get into wealthy home. Then pictured the possibility of the boys presence and how we should give them a chance. He said: there are many forces of good will yet undeveloped and many other-good things, if men help these boys they will solve many problems. Herrington. News. Sunday, Dec. 25th, 1922, Shiloh Baptist Church. We are glad to say that we are getting along fine under the leadership of our pastor, Rev. W. B. Gary, Services are fine and well attended. Sunday School opened at 9:30 a.m. Good lesson, well taught by our beloved teacher, Sister C. Loyd, who seem to manifest great interest in our school and we are very proud of her. Evening service beginning at 7:30 o'clock. The pastor preached from Luke 2nd chapter, 7th verse; words of text, "There was no room for them in the Inn." He preached a good sermon and was enjoyed by all. HOPEWELL'S HAIR HEALTH The Hopewell Co. 1045 Main St., Hartford, Conn. (Dept. 9.) THE wonderfur new dressing for kinky or curly hair. Its use makes stubborn, harsh hair softer, more pliable and glossy, easy to comb and put up in any style the length will permit. Write for testimonies telling how this remarkable remedy makes short, kinky hair grow long and wavy; best dressing on the market for dandruff, itching of the scalp and falling out of the hair. Beware of imitations. Get the genuine put up in 50c and $1.00 jars. FREE COUPON NAME STREET No. CITY or P. (). STATE. Cut out this coupon and mail it The Horewell Co., Dept. 9, 104. Main St., Hartford, C in Free Letter of Advice regarding "I. d. H." we sent you pre- paid. Agents Wanted Everywhere. The pastor and wife enjoyed a very fine Christmas dinner with Mr. and Mrs. R. Pitts. On Monday the pastor and wife were the dinner guests of Rev. John Wilson, 317 S. 4th St. We had a fine Christmas Program rendered under the management of Miss McClinton. Opening remarks by the pastor. Song: "What a friend we have in Jesus;" prayer by Mrs. Anderson. Our program was much enjoyed by all who were present. We are still thanking our white friends for kindness shown us in this effort. Tabernacle Baptist Corner 8th and Water, Rev. E. Leon Nails, Pastor. Services were good Sunday at our church and well attended. Our Sunday School is improving. The beginners were banner Dec. 24th, Sister Susie Patton, teacher. Their offering was $1.47. At 11:00 o'clock the pastor spoke to us from the subject "When the Son of man shall come." A great message indeed. Our B. Y. P. U., was well attended at 5:30. On Monday evening at 7:30 the Sunday School children met for Xmas Tree and also rendered a real nice program, assisted by Sister Harriet Atkins. The children all received Christmas presents that made them smile. We have some very smart children and we are proud of them. On the last Sunday in the year, we enjoyed good services at our church hrd one accession in the morning service. Our Sunday School is growing fast and our B. Y. P. U., is also doing fine We opened Watch Services Sunday night, had a great service. The pastor spoke to us from this text, 2nd Cor. 5:1; "For we know that if this earthly Tebernacle were dissolved, we have another building an house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens." Our pastor's whole heart was in the message and he spoke with much power. In the morning the Rev. H. W. Washington of Ft. Worth, Texas preached to us from the subject: "The Price of the Church." The message was enjoyed by all who heard him. We are always proud fqr our brethren to come pass, look upon us. Visitors and strangers are always welcome to our church. -- At the lowest possible cost. -- OBER D. NOSSAMAN, 2143 North Lawrence. GENTRAL Baptis Theological Seminary Topeka, Kansas. Adjoining Kansas Industrial Educational Institution. NOW OPEN With Efficient Teachers. Splendid Campus Fine Dormitory. Students wanted who desire to study for the miry. GEO. R. BRIDGEFORT, Principal. W. H. YOUNG, Dean. J. H. VANLEU, Director. Address all communications to either of the above persons Things to be Prayed For: Summer School, Student Body, Missions, Faculty, Friends for Institute. New Building, One Hundred acres of land. J. H. VANLEU Gen. Missionary. 31/2 ACRES OF GOOD LAND For Sale Cheap! This land must be sold at once. It will make an ideal chicken ranch. 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We reserve the right to reject any matter for publication.—Notify us at once, when you fail to receive page paper. Added Members to the Board; S. W. District—Bro. H. T. Sims; Kaw Valley—Rev. Thomas Knapper; S. E. District—Rev. J. T. Elias; N. E. District—Mrs. Rhoda Bernard; Smoky Hill District—Rev. C. P. Morrow; Neosho Valley—Rev. S. A. Williams. Superintendent, Teachers' Training Department—Rev. D. A. Holmes. OFFICERS STATE B. Y. P. U. CONVENTION: President—Mrs. L. V. Halm¹ Leavenworth Vice President-at-large—Mrs. S. S. Hester¹ Pittsburg Recording Secretary—Miss Mattie L. Bradshaw¹ Topoca Corresponding Secretary—Mrs L. M. Crump¹ Olathe Treasurer—Mr. J. A. Markham¹ Independence Vice Presidents: S. E.—Mrs. F. A. Kinnell¹; Kaw Valley—Mrs. Eva White¹; N. E. J. E. Stith¹; S. W. M. Carrie Anderson¹; Neosho—Mrs. Minnie Executive Board—Rev. L. Rev. G. McNeal, Rev. W. C. Cartwright, Owens; Smoky Hill—Mrs. B. K. Taylor. BROTHER go to some Church Sunday and join hand and heart with those who are by their open profession battling in the Sign of the Cross for World Betterment, The Triumphant Reign of Christian Love and Universal Concord. Negro Business. Support the professional men of the race, smile with its laboring forces and in all things matters being equal remember that if the Negro Race is to gain high places in the busy whirl of the commercial and industrial world it will 一 IT is not enough to thank God for being spared for another year, but we need to make Him proud of our lives. We need to stop finding excuses to keep from doing our duties but wherever there is an opportunity be one that can be counted on. a WE feel safe to announce to the public or our many readers that you make no mistake to order the W. & V. Wonder Salve. It does more than it is recommended in the Ad in other columns of this paper. It is really a wonder or it makes the users wonder why they didn't try it long ago. Think no more of suffering, but order at once. ..... It is the duty of this paper to point out the best and we ask everyone this year to help us perfect our aim. Give it to this paper, if you want it shine, we have purposed in our hearts to make every deed worthy of note shine. This world is moving to rapidly to stop, to protest how came you in difficult, but how shall we help to get you out, leaving the smallest mark. Any fool knows you are in, but it ticks a wise fellow to get you out without doing more harm than good. a THE Colored Business Men and Professional Men will have success in proportion as you hive Racial Pride throut 1923 Mr. Race Man. Further in proportion as they measure their collective success for the year will your race have advanced in the estimate of other races sweeping down the road of absolute racial success towards the high marks of modern Civilization. Remember as much as possible and patronize worthy Negro Business. Support the professional men of the race, smile with its laboring forces and in all things matters being equal remember that if the Negro Race is to gain high places in the busy whirl of the commercial and industrial world it will be due in a degree to your efforts to help such factors put the ball over. --- THERE was a marked improvement in the lynching records for 1922 over 1921, being seven less, that means that between 3500 and 700 less citizens took part in violating the laws of the land, while between 27,000 and 61,000 showed no regards for law and order. We figure if these 3500 or 7000 citizen would begin in this New Year to teach and practice honoring of the law that in seven years this would be a safe democracy—worthy to present to the world as a pattern. We believe men would die to preserve it without force. We hope that it was not an accident that the number lessened, but it is a sign of a better relationship and thoughtful plans practiced to preserve life thereby making American the chosen spot for God's approval. 8 THE program of the Evangelical churches for 1923 holds out to suffering humanity the time old story of JESUS CHRIST. The old, old story of the fundamental basis upon which the greater progress of modern civilization is to rest. The sweet story of world-wide fellowship and brotherhood, the clarion notes of LOVE the one thing needful to make certain an adjustment of problems of the ages which are demanding solution. The Baptist Churches of America together with other sacred institutions laboring for the supremacy of "The Kingdom of Heaven," throws wide their doors for 1923 and welcomes all men to enter, and draw near to the holy fountain of Eternal Life there to accept the tenents of Jesus Christ, and engage in master service for the coming King before whom all radicalism, and religious discord must eventually disappear from the face of the earth. THIS race in Oklahoma with the activist of Governor Walton has lifted high its desires for a more adequate reign of government in the state which will assure to the racial group a degree of the things commonly accepted as the rights of American Citizens. Governor Walton's overwhelming victory may be attributed in no small degree to an assertion of the voting strength of the Negro Voters of Oklahoma. It is one of the very definite warnings to the Republican Party thrt the Negro voter has passed the stage where he merely goes to the polling place enthused with the stories of Ancient History, and that he is now standing like a stone will demanding a place at the council table and a fair distribution of party patronage linked with an assertion of party strength in securing for all American Citizens the full benefit of the National guarantees set forth by the Constitution. 2 THE year will bear with it many crosses for the struggling Negro Editor hidden in the editorial chamber striving to solve and advance acial thought on the perplexing questions confront you and me. His to mold thought favorable towards the success of your race during the year. Read his paper and even if disagreeing cast a flower towardshim as a token of appreciation for the good intent indicated by his journalistic efforts. The Negro teachers again face the mighty problems of training a young race. Kids yours and mine teeming with life, and rebelling at the power of wisdom bidding their minds harnessed and strengthened to face world-wide problems of the next few decades. Leading our posterity into paths of knowledge untouched by our fertile minds of yesterdays. Let us have a prayer, a smile and a friendly word for those who work to develop the mentality of the next Booker T., or Phillis Wheatley. 1923 will present many perplexing problems for our racial leaders, causing them to feel the acid test of fitness to solve and determine things worthwhile for the best interests of the whole race. Yours and mine to withhold judgment until convinced that their leads are wrong: Yours and mine to bury the HAMMER, and give fair play. THE program of The Star for the year 1923, will more fully set forth the Grandeur of the Race; Irge the loyal support and acceptance of the principles of The Christian Religion; By co-operative effort with the Negro Press as far as consistent both local and national make more sure the progress trend of the Race; Battle faithfully for the Triumphant of TRUTH and Absolute PEACE among all men; Offer at all times the hand of Brotherly Love to the Teacher, Editor, Professional and Business factors as well as the laboring element of the Race, and support the program of those who work for the etterment of all conditions affecting the race within the sacred courts of the church, and without. The Star will plead for those things advanced by the brain of the race as needful to its success, and have a part in all racial constructive work always refusing to lift the hammer of opposition against individual character or institutions secular or sacred out of a selfish spirit. It leaves the press for 1923 pledged to a GREATER YOUNG ENN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION OPERATIVE EFFORTS OF COLORED BUSINESS ENTERPRISE; PROGRESSIVE DEVELOPMENT OF WORK IN BEHALF OF THE COLORED YOUTH; and with a smile for the foe of the race and its efforts it throws down guantlet for Right, Humanity and God ready to smile and battle throughout the year. 9 THE New Year 1923 starts off with a merry ring of success individually and collectively for the Negro Race which must be advanced by the determined efforts of the Educational Force; Scrificing battling of The Negro Press both of Wichita, and the country at larger; praverful struggling of the Christian Church led on by its warring ministerial forces, The Negro Star at the opening of the New Year accepts its place with faith in humanity and a firm trust in God to do its bid to promote the welfare of the Church and Race. With a spirit of absolute fairness mellowed by Christian liberalism towards all men it will strive to uphold the Right in accordance with its power of thought to determine the best interests of all the people and the community. Delighting to serve and ever ready to listen to the voice of council. Slow to assume definite attitudes but firm in its adherence to a principle once accepted as worthy of support. Accepting a wide program for civic, social, fraternal, and religious advancement of the whole race with a general desire for the successful progress of all men who move as God may give them the light to see the right. Desiring to stand in the way of no worthy project and pledging, its entire force to engage in nothing but racial promotion by the power of a fair, clean pen with a loyal intent to live and let live, it moves forward into the 1923 fray supporting the Missionary Baptist Church of Kansas with a brotherly smile and warm grasp of Christian Fellowship in the great work of the Kingdom for all evangelical forces of the Stite. NATURALLY Sol Naturally sol American Savagas f.am the wilds of Oklahoma far removed from the ordinary paths of Christian Civilization must be the first to go on record for 1923 with racial disturbance. Tulsa and Sapulpa without giving the "Terrible Turks," a chance to start the start the New Year Procession of fanatic atrocities has scored first place for America, the Cradle of Human Liberty and Democracy, (whatever such terms might mean). It is absolutely safe to reason that the continued repetition of racial attacks will eventual develop a spirit of radical retaliation which authorized forces will be unable to quench before a flame of heated rebellion has swept across the entire country. The spirit of the age best fitted to guide this old world thro the disquieted waters th t were swolled by the World War Period must be the spirit of conservativeness, calm assertion of Christian Citizenship, firm adherence to lawful procedure, and rational thought. Yet such ideals must fail with the masses if the American Government does not afford some remedy to its oppressed citizenship. No argument can be made for either whites or blacks who willfully engage in practices detrimental to the general welfare of Society and controry to the progressive march of Civilization; however, so long has "The Southland," outraged the best efforts of those who advance ideas, and ideals of Christian Brotherhood, Dispassionate Racial Endeavor, Rational Thought divorced from massed violence in promoting the interests of the Black Race that it is not supricing to learn if it be true that in some localities the WORM IS DEGINNING TO TURN. The black man will not continue to bear the cross of racial oppression without resentment manifested by forceful assertions of his right to enjoy to the full the atmosphere of 100 percent Americanism. THE failure of a Republican majority to pass the Dyer Anti-Lynching Measure has and will afford much food for careful thought out of which will grow a determination on the part of Colored voters to more carefully conserve their privilege of the ballot, and employ it more definitely to the best interests, not only of the Negro Race, but of the spirit of True Americanism and its principles which the Negro Race throut American history has ever been found battling to advance. It is not enough for leaders to rage about the selfish attitude of Colored politicians and charge them with not having the best interests of the race and country at heart. Such prating will never produce the needed remedy or develop the co-operative massing of the political strength of the race which must be properly organized to assert itself. There are truly thousands perhaps of Negro politicians, who are swayed by selfish ideas, and ideals, and yet there are many Negro politicians honestly and truly inclined to make their every movement count for the greater good of their racial group. The forces within the ranks of the Republican Party, who in the least lot contributed to the failure of the Dyer Anti-Lynching Measure are deserving of Political Death, and the Colored voters of the country will fill materially in performing their duty as citizens if they fail to assist in defeating such factors. However, it may not be the part of wisdom to urge absolute defeat of the Republican Party as a whole at this period unless leaders are reasonably certain that a Democratic Majority in Congress would have passed the measure. All evidence indicates that with a Democratic Congress not only would the Dyer Anti-Lynching Measure have met with a signal defeat, but the spirit of the "Old South" would have been further encouraged. The time in the political history of the race has well come when leaders cannot afford to indulge in personal attacks rather devote the powerful weapons of thought and pen to providing a safe remedy irreversible of which of the major parties must suffer to assure to the race a safeguarding of its political rights. STRAIT-TEX HAIR TONIO A Refining and Straightening Tonla for Fresh Kinky or Coarse, Stubborn Hair. Will Positively Refine, Straighten and Give Lux to the Hair in from Two to Three Applications. SEVEN REASONS WHY YOU SHOULD USE STRAIT-TEX 1. Straightens the hair and keeps it straight. 2. Will not injure the hair or the scalp. 3. Will not leave the hair greasy to soil your or collar. 4. Refines and gives luster to your hair. 5. It is mild and straightens the hair gently. 6. Constant use does not harm the hair or scalp. 7. You can treat your hair yourself. Stop using pastes, creams or greases and use proven scientific preparation. 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Science, Art, and Literature touched by the inspired hand of God's Noblemen have speeded world progress until the pinacle of modern civilization is just within reach of human endeavor. Towering steeples, mark marble cathedrals, monuments to the sacrificing hedonism of those moved by the mystic spirit of earth travelers, moving forward to a celestial city. Governments, legislate and rule by fist of iron untempered by velvet glove. Prophets in cryptic word whisper messages terrifying to human kind, while priests in silken tobes repeat the Holy Writ and lead on the masses to a more glorious dawn of religious aspirations. War, the cruel monster of the age takes its toll by touch of heated steel. Satanic demons in human garments, clad, tread to and fro assailing principles of sublime edict. Creature of dark mien, with thoughts ruled by hellish monarchs, trample under foot character, heaven's seal of approval. Sneaks of agony from races crushed by power of prejudice might rise from darkest dells sweeping over the distant horizons of Christian Endeavor. Alas the ways of man move on as before the blessed morn when Earth's fairest notes were put to naught by music Divine which like a mighty wave aroused within the breast of Adamic kind, a hope to south with longing hand, the golden chain that linked with a Kingdom sublime, the souls of sinning men. Yet, the Spirit of the New Birth, still lives and Christmas of 1922 brings with it again. The Majesty ring of Heaven's Holy Host, pealing forth a message, telling of the 'infant birth of the CHRIST CHILD. Hearts saddened with the world's cares and worries with the terrific bustle of whitimarriors, battling in the arena of Commerce and Industry, Fields of Intellectuality and Halls of Governmental Strife, will pause and ponder as the swelling tones rise over towering hills and lofty mountains, proclaiming to the frowning rich and humble pessant, the lordly scholar and laughing fool, the brokenhearted wayfareer, and prattifying child the message of the age "PEACE ON EAFTH, GOOD WILL TOWARDS MEN." What matter if the ways of men have moved on down the ages, blundering, struggling, rilting and falling, crushing and hating, catch again and again the echoing chant of the angelic choir, only to lose its celestial charm and melodious entreaty as they move on crying for things of earthly origin? The Christ Child is born and His spirit still lives and moves with men thru the intricated paths of worldly endeavor. 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TEX jestic roll of foaming billows on the widening deep, the cheering song of feathered kind and musical chimes from tabernacles hid in snow, ladened valley or getting as mighty beacons on the avenues of a hurrying metropolis, all proclaim to hearts atoned to catch the sacred note: "HEAVEN'S SWEETEST STORY—" Be not afraid; behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be TO ALL THE PEOPLE; for there is born to you this day in the city of David, a SAVIOR, which is Christ the Lord." Let malicious hearts and maddened crowd stay the torch bearing hand, and wretched victims the blood curdlings scream; Let marching foes and warring fleets, their war ensigns furl with whispered prayers; Pauses enemies bitter, awayed by hatred and designs of cowardly intent; Halt racial prejudice, religious bigotry and capitalistic oppression; Stand lover of God and sinner vile. It is Christmas morning and the spirit of the CHRIST CHILD as of old is bidding a hurrying world catch the soul-thrilling message ere it is too late, and the ways of men lead on to the absolute destruction of MODERN CIVILIZATION undermined by unattainable ideals of racial supremacy and radical assumptions of forceful authority. Let 'men of every clime in attitudes tempered by the force of progressive thought blend with lofty ideals made sure by the blessed advent of Heaven's Gift which to them exists within their hearts fully attested by God's Holy Spirit join with resting saints and spirits more to chant the son of BROTHERLY LOVE. "And on Earth Peace, Good Will TOWARD MEN." It is the edict of God, and by the force of the life of the Christ Child, a CHRISTMAS DAY will dawn when the Truths of The Christian Church will be made sure in the hearts of accepting men. The glorious day of the Christian Hope, when The Babe of Bethlehem shall reign supreme in the recurs of those who caught the look of love in the eyes of the Lowly Christmas Babe, and learn to love their FELLOWMEN. OUR DEAR FRIENDS: We The Negro Star Publishing Company 1241 Welsh Ave. After reviewing our last years' work, we feel very much indebted to all of you for the support you gave us and we wish to thank you one and all for every kind deed and act aimed for us. We hope to be of even greater service this year and all years to come. We wish for you an overflow of Business and Success. THE NEGRO STAR PUB. Co. Printers of everything. 1211 Welsh Ave. W 3130 AN AD WITH US GETS RESULTS 'FLOATERS' CLEAN DETROIT STREETS. DETROIT, MICIL. Jan. 5-According to the report of the superintendent of streets here the "floater" class of Nerroes in this city manage to keep the wolf away from the door by cleaning the snow from the streets. The difficulty experienced in getting labor for this work is tremendous, but the floaters are eager for work of this kind. Something thrt will enable them to get a meal and place to sleep for a night. ```markdown ``` PATRONIZE THE MERCHANTS THAT ADVERTISE IN THE LIVE WIRE ON KANS. The Tuskegee Club entertained with a dinner Friday evening at the "Don't Miss It Cafe" complimentary to Prof. and Mrs. Ralph Marsden of Kansas City, Mo. Prof. Marsden was, formerly head of the English department at Tuskegee Institute, Tuskegee, Ala. He is now one of the instructors of English in Lincoln High School, Kansas City, Missouri. Mrs. Marsden is a graduate of Tuskegee, Class of 1914. She once resided in Wichita, and has a host of friends here who are always glad to welcome her in our midst. Mira Ethel Hunter, who visited during the holidays with her aunt, Miss. Ora Taylor, has returned to her home in Kansas City. Mrs. Taylor entertained for her while she was here. Mrs. Joe Jefferson of Purcell, Okla. is visiting in the city and will probably decide to locate here. Mrs. Stewart Waters after a pleasant visit in Chicago, has returned home. Mrs. Maggie Jefferson has returned to her home in Emporia, after a visit of several days with Mrs. Minnie King. Mrs. H. T. Geeder, who spent the past week on a business trip in Pittsburg, returned home, Tuesday. Mrs. Nettie Fox of Praut, and Mr.' Fred Clark of Chandler, Oklahoma, made a visit in the city during the holidays with their sister Mrs. R. F. Dade. Mr. and Mrs. Jno. D. Jones, Mrs. S. W. Jones, and Dr. H. T. Geeder'motored to Pretty Prairie, Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. H. Banks and daughter, Miss Florence Banks. Mrs. B. H. Thomas of Hutchinson, was a'visitor in the city. Sunday the guest of her sister, Miss Jessie Lucus. Mrs. L. A. Ball, of Dennison, Texas, is a visitor in the city. The G. L. A., Club met Tuesday afternoon at home of Mrs. M. Letcher. They had as their guest Mrs. Joe Jefferson of Purcell, Oklahoma. They will hold their meeting next week with Mrs. F. L. Barnett. A pleasing number of the program was a piano duet by Thelma and Murial Letcher. The repost served by the hostess, was also enjoyed. G. L. A. RECEPTION. The members of the G. L A Club kept open doors on New Year's Day, in the afternoon from 3 o'clock to 7 o'clock p.m. at the home of Mrs. Jno. D. Jones. With the glow of the shaded lights, the beautiful decorations, flowers and music the ladies received their callers, and presented a lovely scene of merriment and good cheer. A dainty menu, suggestive of club colors was served. Also pretty souvenirs were given; carried out in the same effect--expressing their compliments of a happy New Year to all. Mrs. E. F. Thomas is quite ill at her home 1252 Cleveland Ave. Mrs. P. M. Bell entertained a few friends with 10 o'clock breakfast during the holidays. Mrs. Ada Neely served an elaborate chicken breakfast in honpr of Miss Fay Oliver's guest from Colorado Springs. Miss Josephine Foreman is slightly indi posed. Mr. and Mrs J seph Craig announce the birth of a son, Jan. SIDELIGHT OF EVENTS LOCAL AND GENERAL, FROM SOCIAL, EDUCATIONAL AND AMUSEMENT CIRCLES. 4th. Mother and son are doing nicely. Mrs. E. F. Thomas served dinner Sunday for Miss Oliver and her guest. Miss Pratt. Mr. A. L. Doty of 311 S. 6th St. Arkansas City, was in the city Saturday and called at the office to straighten out a subscription where a faulty agent had collected a year ago. He started the paper going to a relative in Florence. Mrs. Hattie Coleman Knight, traveling evangelist from Chicago, Ill., was the guest of Rev. and Mrs. J. R. Romans, Eldorado, and called at the office while in this city. Rev. J R. Romans of Eldorado, called in the office while in the city, Friday. Revs. J. H. Van Leu. J. E Douglass and E. T. Fishback were callers of yesterday. Rev. H. H. Elmond was a business caller of Tuesday. Miss Fannie Mae Buley returned yesterday from her Xmas vacation in Oklahoma. Rev. and Mrs I H. Huphes passed through the city er route to their home, Hutchinson. Monday from their work at Eldorado. They were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Walter Battle and the office. Mr. and Mrs. N. B Copeland were business callers of Tuesday evening. Miss Sims entertained the students of the Wabash Studio with a very unique party Monday afternoon. After they played games of all sorts and ate, they all lined up and each in turn gave an instrumental selection. Miss Fay Oliver entertained with an exceptional luncheon Monday evening in honor of her house guest, Miss Pratt of Colorado Springs. Miss Emma Lloyd gave a very delightful spread for a few of her friends Wednesday evening. Mrs. Florence made her first call at the Wabash Studio of Music Thursday morning. We are always glad have visitors to cheer and encourage. Mrs. Florenc Rhodes and children of Colorado Springs, returned home Saturdeay, after a Christmas tour through Oklahoma, and a visit with their auntie here, Mrs. Frank Evans, 1230 Blaine, Ave. Mr. Warner Fowkes was called to Moberly, Mo, his mother is quite ill. Mrs. Lena Smith and nephew, Master Gayl Shangon called at the office. Mr. M. J. Starnes 716 N. Washington transacted business with us Tuesday. Miss Neva Duke is visiting in Anelta, Iowa. Mr. G. T. Bronson of Manhatwill graduate in June and has planned to take up the work here as partner with Dr. Thos. Perry. Mrs I. Butler'of Wellington, visited relative and friends here during the holidays. Mr. and Mrs. E. Foster'of Topeka, sent the Xmas here with relatives. Misses Irene.Woodard, Loralne Griffin, Marle Brown, and Miss Hex-were at home for vacation. Misses Geneva and Louise Mercomes of Newton spent some of their holidays here. Rev. R. L. Pope left on the 31st for Denver, Colo., on account of his daughter sinking condition. It is reported that Mrs. Mary Brown and Mrs. Bessie Herald of 1332 Wabash, recently fell their to oil wells in Oklahoma, their native state. They lived at Guthrie. a number of years, dressed common; before marriage they were Williams and are now among the weathiest Negroes in Oklahoma. Mrs. Naves of 1539 N. Mosley and daughter Miss Cyless, called yesterday and before leaving purchased 2 Negro Year Books. Mrs. A. Hutcherson of Horton, mother of Mesdames Z Patterson, C: J. Perry and Washington was visiting them. Little Miss Lavena Gunn is also visiting with them. Mrs. J. W. Martin, sister of Mrs. J. W. Diggs, was here a few Meeks, she has returned to her home, Dallas, Texas. Mrs Merle Washington, 715 Cleveland, served a four course dinner Christmas with the following guests present: Mr. J. A. Spears, Mrs. E. A. Holden, Mr. J. W. Spears and Mrs. John Washington. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Davis of 23rd and Grace entertained with a symptuous dinner New Year's day—Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Whitted, Mr. and Mrs. P. J. Coleman, Mr. and Mrs. Geo. White, Meerss J. J. Chinneth and Elihue Brooks. A happy evening was spent. Miss E Olderson left to re-enter school at Hutchiinson, after spending the holidays with he uncle and aunt, Mr. and Mrs. James Tivis. Mr. James Mayfield has returned to his home, Chanute, after spending the holidays' the guest of Miss G Olderson Mr. J. R. Williams, 813 N. Wichita St., spent some time with us Monday afternoon; his first visit. Mrs. Pauline Daiges, 727 Wabash Ave., is quite ill at her home. M. M. E Gordon of Hennessey, Oklahoma, has been visiting her daughter Mrs.-M. E. Henderson 625 Indiana Ave. She left for home, Monday. Mrs. W. M. Lambert and sister Mrs. D. B. Nickerson of Kansas City, are here visiting. Announcement: The announcement of the engagement of Miss Ruth Margaret Kirkendall, the daughter of Mrs. Clara B. Kirkendall of 911 E. Central, to Mr. Lorenzo J. Rice, the son of Mr. and Mrs. W. M. Rice of Kansas City, comes as a surprise to her many friends On Christmas Eve, the bride elect, received her engagement ring—a handsome solitaire, beautifully mounted in white Gold. The wedding will be an event of the early summer. Little Miss Katie Mae McAdams, 625 N. Wichita celebrated her 5th birthday with a party which was quite an enjoyable affair for the little folks. We are glad to see our postman, Mr. O. H. Johnson up at his post of duty again. (Preston News Service) Harrison, N. J., Dec. 29- Instructions to arrest any one appearing in the city hearing the regalia of the Ku Klux Klan. and crJers to have the sanity of all such persons determined by physi-cians, were posted last Wednesday by Chief of Police Walsh. The orders, adopted by the Common Council, also include the unmasking of hooded individuals and ten days' imprisonment. Helena Rotary Club To Aid Negroes Returning From The North Helena, Ark., Dec. 29 - Following announcement at the local Rotary Club last Thursday night that Negroes from this section now in the North were anxious to return to their old jobs here, a committee was appointed to provide ways and means of furnishing transportation for such individuals and families as local planters, industries and business concerns might require. According to a statement issued by the secretary of the club "Numbers of Negroes who went north from this county during the summer and early fall have already returned, mostly at their own expense. One man declared that he beat his way to Helena from Chicago." Continuing the report declared "A recital of the difficulties encountered by Negroes in northern industrial centers are appalling. Negroes claim they are lured north on the promise of high wages. They got the high wages alright, but the living expenses are correspondingly high. Can't find houses for their families and then they are compelled to buy suitable clothing to withstand the rigors of winter weather, pay doctor bills, etc.; their wages are insufficient. One Negro said that he was satisfied to stay here with low wages and inadequate school facilities for his children rather than suffer the inconvenience up north." Reduced Church Pittsburg, Pa., Dec. 28-Rev. J. C. Anderson, D. D., pastor of Bethel A. M. E Church, has just completed a monster rally in which the $23 000 mortgage on the mother church here has been reduced several thousand dollars. The mortgage was nearly $50, 000 when Rev. Anderson became pastor in 1921. He hopes to clear the church of debt by 1924. Texas Man Dies At Ripe Age Of 121 Years Paris, Tex., Dec. 28-John Dunbain, who is said to be the oldest man in Texas, died here last Thursday night. He worked regularly until the time of his death. He is said to be 121 years old. Never known a sick day in his life until pneumonia attacked him with fatal results. Salina Kansas News... children of the Dunbar School, Thursday afternoon. Pastor organize what will be known as the Dunk Church Worker's Club with Miss Mattie, Williams as leader. The children mean to play a big part toward helping to build the new church. After the election of officers, refreshments were served. All went home happy and declaring the pastor an ideal host. The Negro Star. SUBSCRIBE TO THE STAR AND BOOST WICHITA'S GREAT ENTERPRISE R. T. EAR MAT LY S' DAY SCHOOL OKS TART THE YEAR $1.00 AND H AND SOCIETY R Y RECOR CHURCH AND SOCIETY RECORDS $1.50 D FOR YOURS TO TODAY. PUB. CO. Vichita, K 1241 Wabash Ave. Wichita, Kans. PHONE MKT. 285 RES. MKT. 6888J W. A. GITTRIGH - PLUMBING AND HEATING - 252 N. Lawrence ve. THE BEST PLACE TO SHOP where your patronage is solicited and appreciated. The Merchants Who advertise in this paper expect a part of your PATRONAGE. Please mention this paper when you buy. It will save you 10 to 25 cents on your dollars. ```markdown ``` Clay Center Items.: — SBCOND LAPTIST CHURCH. Rev. 1. Cox, Pastor. SS a ay Dec. Yath—ahe pastor was presen and services were guod all day. The Sunday Schvol is tair uhder the en cumstances tLat tna chiaren ctn’t get up early and be at church on time. ‘Union is domg guvd work, ‘The addcess given by the President or “Womans Place in Church’ was very antercaing. Sty stated that their place wis beside the men, not ahead, for when men are despondent and puzzled over the conditions of the Church he has some ons from whown to seek advice and comfort} because she is constantly praying for their success. (Trey should be) But If they are leaders, no one to look to und help them; for women tte wea’. and our help fs fiom them and our aeigth ts thelr support witn Gu in front. Woman has lost her mod- ect temimty by being mascul ne lerd- ers, and then crv over our gitls: What has done it? Ghurch deportment. The speaker fs utterly opposed to women leaders in church, The sub- Ject is to be continued, The Rev. Cox was the recipient of $5.00 as a Christmas present from the church; he had on his Sunday smile end was thankful, thinking that his presence and servizes had been ap- prectted. The exercises Monday night were grand. The scenery was a p.cturosque design of the ‘old home fire-place’ “ The Eve before Xmas.” A lovely program was rendered as follows:—A parlor conversation of the birth of Christ, led.by Rev. Lyttle Prayer by Rev. Turner, pastor M, E Church; song; Retding, "Xmas Eve’ by Ervin Russell; Recitation, Joseph Baker; Recitation, Lewls Lyttle; Du- et, Mesdames I. M. Faulkner and F. Lyttle; Recitations, Maxine Russe'l and Bishop Anderson; Trio, Elmer Faulkner, Irene M. Frulkner and Er- nest Faulkner; Reritations, Anderson Elmer Faulkner. Miss Estella Byrd, organist; Rev. Lyttle, Ernest Faulk- ne, and Fred Buckner were general ‘managers. Everybody was hrppy ant retired at an early hour. The church wae crovvded to its capacity, ‘The superintendent, H. L. ‘Rector and president of Union, I. M. 8. Faulk- ner ureé etch and all members to be out on next Lord's Day. The out-of-town visitors present were Mrs. 0. Bantore, Lincoln, Nebr. Mrs, Wilron of 1215 Woodland Ave. Kansos City, Mo. Mrs. I. M. Faulkner, reporter, Salina, Kansas News. 8T. JOHN BAPT, CHURCH NOTES The birthday of Christ was the theme of the Christmas Sirmon de- livered by Pastor 8S. A. Willams, Sunday morning; end indecd it was 8 powerful sermon. Pastor Williams was filled with the Holy Spirit which enabled him to paint a very vivid picture of the birth of Christ, “Of cil the days this world has ever known, the day thet our Saviour was born was the greatest, all heaven was in- terested in, that birth” He compared the birthday of Christ with that of other great men of this world whose birthdays we celebrete—Lincoln the great emancipator of the rare, yet we still are being bound. On Christ- mas, we are colebrating the birth of Him who has given to ua freedom of the soul, He told of the imposs‘bili- tvof bind'ne the souls of men. Meny other beautiful comparisons were made, Iie closed by urging the Chris- ian forces to fight on until the victory was won and the crown obtained. The attendance was goad. At night a very Icrge audience wit- nessed a,cantata—"Santa to the Rescue,” by the Sunday School which was indeed » success and « credit to Miss Jererdine Bryant who supervis- ed it. Every child was made happy by a gift from the beautiful tree. Afterwh'ch Deacon N, E. Wigley in a very courteous way, on behalf of the church and its auxil'aries, pre. sented to the pastor a purse of $5( (Fifty Dollars) as 8 Christmas toker of their high esteem of him and ap: preclation of the great work he it doing here, He wea very sincere Sr his thanks. Mrs. Weatherspool of Chanute, f in the city visiting her nephews Wil liam and Elmer Brunwell. Mrs. Julia Hayes Harris of Utah daughter of Mrs, Alice Hayes, 217 N > Front ‘Street, is visiting home, * Mrs. Louls Ransom end children © Topeka, and Mrs. Georgia Parker o Fort Riley, are the guests ‘of Mrs Jas. Depriest this week. + Prof. and Mrs. P. G. Porter ar spending the holidays in Olathe, vis iting friends. : Miss Naomi Perks, kindergarte teacher at Dunbar School left fc Chreago, to spend the holidays wit parents and friends. ce} - e ra + as hte ee Me, Wm. Wigley spent the week- end visiting friends and relatives in Topeka, and Ktnsas City. Mr, Vernon Brown of St. Paul, Minn., spent a few days in the city, guest of his brother Mr, Ernest Brown. Mr. and Mrs. Howard Price, 407 N. Front Street announce the birth of a danglter, Dee. 21st. ® ‘Bertha Hayes, 432 N, 2nd St. ene Eldorado News Notes. UNION BAPTIST CHURCH fth and Oak Street. Through very strenuous efforts, the Unton Bapt'st Church had the pleas- ure of worshipping in thelr church ‘ust moved on ity own lend; purchas- ad and paid fot 100x140 feet. We enJojed a fine Christmas Pro- gram. “5 Last Sanday proved to be a great day at our church in service; which ended In tn old time feeling, Watch Meeting with many giving thanks for tte goodness of God and Hiss safe- \eep'ng during the past year and years. Rev, 1. H. Hughes, the efficient pastor backed by the faithful mem- bers gre working havd and mean to heln bring the Kingdom nearer this year, Reporter. se Salina Kansas News... A profound and spiritual sermon was delivered Sunday morning ‘by pasto: S. A, Williams, taken from the Sunde y School leeson “Christ the World’s Saviour.” Not only ‘was He the’World's Savozr, but the World’s rroacher, tha world has ever known Christ was the greatest. The world todty is kanging on the truths taught by Him. As a physiclon. He hes the rower. Not only to heal the sick body, but to save the dead souls and vestare them to life, indeed He 13 ¢ World’s Saviour. Many helpful facts were pointed out. Sunday evening Pastor Willams had a special New Voenta Meserre nrenared tor his con- gregation, subject: “God’s goodness Towerd our Race.” He dealt with many histor'eal farts concerning the raca end endesvored to point out how God has teen with us on down thru the area end the enestion today fs ‘“Whrt phil wa render to the Lord for all his benefits to us? We should reeve }tim with all our teerta and put forth everv effort to keep His commandments.” It was trily an in- koirational sermon, After dismission, lunch was served In the dining hall ‘at eleven o'clock. Watch services be- rn, a gon4ly number were present end a ploriove raver service wes held, New Year's Day was church organ'zation day ct St. John’s, A good old goose dinner was served fren ta the members, afterwhich the busiteis was taken up, The Annual Leport of the pastor and the verious officers were l'stened to, New Reso- lutions were adopted and officers for tho ensu'ng year were ele-ted. A glowing account of the year's work was made. St. John is a big church, doing big things end handling big money, Over $7000( Seven Thousand Dollars) was raised in 1922, The church has done much toward help- ing the needy of the city, and at this time has over $100.00 (One Hundred Dol'ars) set rside for that specific purpose. Under the present admin- istration. St, John ts confident of her ruceess both spiritaally and finanelal- ly, ‘A free dinner will be served Sun- day in the dining hell, Everytoly iy cordially invited. 7 { Rey, O. H. Burbridge of Past, |Kars., was a vititor Jn the city last week. , | Miss Hester Wigley {s visiting rel- atives and friends in Topeka. | M'es Christina Broo's is spending a few days in Kansas City. | Mrs, Mery Bottoms of Councit! Bluff, Towa, spent a few days in the \euy visiting her brother and sister, Mr. N, E. Wigley and Mrs, B. Haynes | Pastor Williams entertained the q a fa ba au ATT BP 7: alee aE My pa Piny sons ; YW ty ay | Wu } Ty ey . i ; \ i The Triangle Club News Last meeting: since you didn’t get to read it, We had a very pleasent jand interesting talk from a good ace tive friend to the boys, Mr. Lieut. W. A. Bettis. After the husiness Mr, Betts, having brought us some ico cream, cookies, candies and puts, we tte with much pleasure and appreci- ated very much the gift. ‘ This week's meeting was opened in perder, The boys brought before the Eldorado Kansas, Spectal to The Negro Star: This the financial report of the Union Beptlst Church: Firat, we must say that Gad has blessed us. We were or. ganized March 26th, 122, from that date, until Dee 29th 1922 we submit the fullowing as our annual report:— . Money raised fn church $523 30 Money raised In Sunday S, 33% Money raised in Mission 64 68 Choir raised 24 69 We were able to celebrate our WVatch Meeting in our new quar ters at hime on corner of Uak and 8th, Riverside with our new building well furnished with electric lights. We were organized with thir- teen members restored 6, owe the pastir nothing; visiting min- Isters paid $825. ~ Under the leadership of our beloved pastor, Rev. 1. H. Hughes, we are expecting great- er blessings thia year than ever, both fini neially and spiritually, May'God crown the labors of Southwestern District Assccia- tion with abundance of success. | Rev, S. H Smith, reporter, | Junction City, News. Rev, and Mrs. G, T. Raimey spent Wed , Dec. 27, in Abilene visiting Mre, Raimey’s parents Mr and Mis, Dougtas Simpson, Mrs, Taylor and children spent the holidays in Abilene, visiting Mrs. Tavtor’s parents, Mr, and Mra, Tyler. Mrs. Susie, Smith entertained t number of friends at tea, ‘hursday afternoon introducing very dear friend, Mra, Garrett vf Wichita, who is spending quite a visit with Mra. Smith. Mrs Devine was in Lawrence, Wednesday and Thursday visit ing her parents. * airs Crews and daughter of Lincoln, Nebr., are visiting rela- tives in this city.. Mr. and Mrs. Grimes had as dinner.zuests fuesday evening, Rev, and Mra, G T. Raley and Mrs. E. Littlejohn, - Mr, and Mrs. Tolbert enter- tained a number of friends at dinner Monday, Miss Frances Grimes enter- ‘tained a number of friends at a Christmas party Friday after- hoon, ‘ Many Junetion City people ate dinner at Fort Riley, und all re- port a lovely time. Mrs. E. Littlejohn and her neice, Norma Ezell, spent the week-end In Abilene visiting Norima’s grand-parente, Mr, ang Mrs. Harrison: Mrs, Bessie Wathington of Lincoln, Nebr, is visiting her aunt, Mr srd Mre Tolbert. | Mrs. Mary (moth +) Taslor en- tertained a sew scuts at dinner Sunday. | ‘The 9th Cavalry Service Club at Ft, Riley, was destroyed by dire on Sunday, Dee, 24, All Yule-Tide celebrations and festivities being over, the Secend Baptist Church reports a very good and prosperous year for 1922 and wish to say that all in- dications poiit to a very much lmore prosperous year for this New year 1923, | We were blessed, besides hav. ing wonderful services all day Dee. 3lst with the pleasure of taking three more into the ark of safety before biddig 192% jadieu, We extend a hearty greeting to all religious denominations hoping them xlso a euccessfu and prosperous year for 1924 which is tound to be so, if ever; individual Coristia&® will hol sjeudfast and unmovab!e to th inew resolurions for this year. lub a party, which you will hear from it later, The meeting wes turned over to Mr. Gray for Bible study, The Bible study being very Interesting as you shall see. 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