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THE NEGRO STAR FOR THE GOOD OF THE PEOPLE Vol.14,No.42 THE SILENCE OF GOOSE CREEK. TEXAS EDITOR WARNS AMERICA (Reprint by N. A. A. C. P.) A child screamed in the night—a little girl eight years old—but no one stirred. Instead, a man—a painted, disguised man—drew his gun and threatened her with death, if she did not cease. A woman was lifted from her sick bed and carried forth into the darkness to be whipped like a dog. There were strong men to weld the strap, to take the Spanish inquisition for a pattern, but there was not one to raise his voice for common decency, for the teaching of his fathers, for ordinary American manhood. Hundreds knew this thing had occurred, yet for four days a whole community remained silent. The Chronicle was the first paper in Texas to report the horrible deed, and its information came through a letter secretly mailed in Houston by a Goose Creek resident. That was five days after the crime had been committed. Not a word had been given the public by the deputy sheriff at Goose Creek, nor by the sheriff's department in Harvest. Constituted authority had been flaunted, secrecy prevailed, men and women refused to talk, while the two victims lay moaning and suffering. Is this white supremacy? Is this Gentile civilization? Is this Protestant justice? Is this chivalry? Is this Anglo-Saxon law? And what sealed the lips and paralyzed the arms of so many people? what drove them to be deaf to the child? What caused them to remain mute? Nothing but terror of masked violence. Nothing but fear of a disguised hand that might strike from behind. Nothing but an alarm that has spread, and spread, until people do not dare to move or speak, lest they expose themselves unawares. And suppose the woman had offended, of which there is no proof, was have no law to make her answerable? Is the machinery of our government so clogged with ruts, so eaten and corrupted, that it can no longer function? After 133 years of constitutional democracy, must we admit that justice is only to be had through masked violence? After winning such glory on the open battle field, after living for more than a century with open courts, are we to acknowledge that the mob offers us our only salvation? There are men to laugh at the grand jury, more's the pity and to hope its efforts will prove futile. There are men to ridicule the Judge Robinson's charge. There are men to applaud that brutish band, and to rejoice that its identity has been concealed. There are men to become drunk with, the thought of anonymous power, and to take delight in its exercise. There are men to prefer disguised, extra-legal violence to the slower process of the law. When the kaiser threw down his gauntlet and all Europe was forced to defend itself, Lord Grey turned to us and cried: "You next." We refused to believe it—refused for three long years—but it came to pass. Who strikes at civilization, strikes at everybody and everything dependent on it. Who strikes at the law, strikes at everybody and everything that looks to the law for protection. If the time has come when the law can not protect the humblest citizen in his legitimate rights, can not grant him a fair hearing, can not guarantee him against arbitrary conviction and punishment, the time will sure come when the law can do these things for no citizens. If the time has come when a mob can invade the poorest home, in defiance of our traditions, in contradiction of our fundamental rights, the time will come when the mob can go where. We are not dealing with an isolated proposition in this latest outrage, but with an illustration, with a symp- SLIGHT NORTHERN SHIFT OF NEGRO LABOR. (Department of Labor, Washington) A movement of Negro unskilled labor from the South to northern industrial centers, considered rather remarkable for winter months, was announced today by James J. Davls, Secretary of Labor, as the result of an investigation by Phil. H. Brown, Commissioner of Conciliation in that department. This is the first gesture toward a northern shift of this class of workers that has been noticeable since the War, when the labor famine was met by their inclusion; but the present movement is in no manner widespread or considered general, like the previous one. Payrolls of a number of districts in northern and central western industrial points are being slightly swelled by the employments of these workers who come directly from southern states, with Georgia yielding the greatest number of migrants. Philadelphia, Pa.; Portsmouth, Akron and Youngstown, Ohio; Milwaukee, Wis.; Argo, Ill.; Indiana Harbor, Ind.; and Trenton and Newark, N. J., are specific points into which an appreciable influx of Negro labor has come for absorption into industrial life. A slight increase is noted in Chicago, Ill.; New York, N. Y., and southern Ohio and Illinois points, Kansas City, Mo., Camden, N. J., and Detroit, Mich., show no increase in the number of Negro workers; while several districts show a very slight decline in the use of Negro labor. In general, however, continued migration from the South is indicated, with a slowly increasing absorption of Negro labor by northern industry just as rapidly as its increased output is demanded. In this connection, the iron and steel industry continues to lead in its demands for Negro labor, with meet-packing, glass, transportation, food production, etc, closely following; and the probability is great that a wider entrance than ever before, so far as specific occupations and types of employment are concerned will eventually result from this growing movement of labor. The most significant phase of the movement is that it obtains in face of a reluctance of this labor to drift northward in winter, and the suggestion prevails that the Spring will bring larger numbers, providing the industrial demands prevail. tom, a warning. The silence of Goose Creek is not significant because of what it means to the community, but because it shows how any and all communities may be terrorized, may be frightened, intimidated and made to serve the will of ruthless but organized groups. A YOUNG PEOPLE'S PROGRAM FOR THE INDIVIDUAL CHURCH. BY W. L. HUTCHERSON, SECRETARY, WATER STREET BRANCH Y. M. C. A. WICHITA, KANSAS, Ref. Romans 10:1-2; Gen. 44:30-34 Acts 2:17-18. There are those among you who have already become suspicious of this presentation and are beginning to murmur: "Here is another Fantastic idea; I have been in the church for forty years, and we have never had any program for the young people." My friends, it is for that very reason that we are making this presentation. We have not a program; and with the allurements of the world, we are falling to hold our young folks to the church. We cannot hope to hold the 20th Century Boy and Girl with an 18th Century program. January 16th at the Annual Meeting of the Wichita Sunday School Association Rally, Earl Bellman, the retiring President of the older boys' council, issued this challenge: "The day is passed when the church can sat to the young folk; "Come on in. WICHITA. KANSAS. FRIDAY, Feb. 9, 1923. RESOLUTIONS EXPRESSION OF LOVE FROM THE WICHIT LEAGUE. THE WICHITA MINISTERIAL QUE. the hour of his death was a loyal, devoted Christian ministers. In sunlight and shadow he boldly stood forth as the faithful servant and warrior of Jesus Christ, who had caught a vision of things Divine. As a Christian, Scholar, Author, Philoopher, Citizen and Minister he stood forth as a blazing sun of inspiration and guidance to his race, and The Christian Church. Therefore, Be it Further Resolved: That The Wichita Ministerial League out of honor, to our great brother E. T. Fishback, request the pastors of all evangelical churches in Wichita to drape their respective pulpits in mourning for a period of thirty days, and that a season of silent prayer be held at all church services Sunday, February 11, 1923 in memory of our departed brother who in life proved himself to have been called of Christ as one of God's Noblemen with a mission to fallen humanity which he has well fulfilled. Further Be It Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be spread on the records of The Wichita Ministerial League, and another copy be forwarded to the widow, and relatives of E. T. Fishbock. ELIJAH T. FISHBACK—Requescat In Pace. Done by order of The Wichita Ministerial League. Rev, B. C. Rannavalona, Sec. Resolution Committee: W. L. Hutcherson, Chairman, Executive Sec. Water St. Y. M. C. A. Rev, R. L. Pope, pastor of St. Paul. PROGRAM: Southwest District Executive TO BE HELD WITH Tabernacle Baptist Chu Wichita, Kansas, Feb. 14, WEDNESDAY—MORNING. Ministers and Deacons' Union. 9:00 a. m. Devotionals—Rev. M. T. Jackson, Dea. 9:30 a. m. Remarks by President, Rev. G. C. Ha- Enrollment of Ministers and Deacons. Bible Institute conducted by Rev. J. W. Hayes. 11:00 a. m. Sermon—Rev. C. T. Baycoates. Offering. WEDNESDAY—AFTERNOON B. Y. P. U. Board. 2:00 p. m. Devotionals led by Rev. N. J. Stokes. 2:30 p. m. Remarks by President, Mrs. C. Ande- Financial report of B. Y. P. U. 3:00 p. m. Symposium—"B. Y. P. U. Utilizing The 1st The Organization—Rev. E. T. Fishback. 2nd The Function—Rev. M. S. Jones. 3rd The Result—Bro. H. T. Sims. 4:00 p. m. Solo—Mrs. Jewel Brown. Sermon—Rev. J. R. Roman, Eldorado. Offering. WEDNESDAY—EVENING. Women's Home and Foreign Mission. 7:00 p. m. Devotionals—Mesdames Angeline Washi- Eldorado, Kansas. 7:30 p. m. President presiding—Financial Report 3:00 p. m. "The Need of Missionary Training of Hawes. RAM :—: Baptist Executive Board WILD WITH—— Baptist Church, Feb. 14, 15, 1923. —MORNING. Deacons' Union. Jackson, Dea. A. J.Duke. Rev. G. C. Harris. acons. J. W. Hayes. ycoates. Benediction. AFTERNNOON. J. Board. N. J. Stokes. Mrs. C. Anderson. J. Utilizing The Forces:"— T. Fishback. Jones. us. rado. 9:00 a. m. Devotionsals—Rev. M. T. Jackson, Dea. A. J.Duke. 9:30 a. m. Remarks by President, Rev. G. C. Harris. B. Y. P. U. Board. 2:00 p. m. Devotionals led by Rev. N. J. Stokes. 2:30 p. m. Remarks by President, Mrs. C. Anderson. Financial report of B. Y. P. U. 3:00 p. m. Symposium—"B. Y. P. U. Utilizing The Forces:"— 1st The Organization—Rev. E. T. Fishback. 2nd The Function—Rev. M. S. Jones. 3rd The Result—Bro. H. T. Sims. 4:00 p. m. Solo—Mrs. Jewel Brown. Sermon—Rev. J. R. Roman, Eldorado. E-VEENING. Foreign Mission Board. Angeline Washington and J. R. Roman, Financial Report of Mission Societies. My Training of Children."—Mrs. J. W. Mass City. Benediction. MORNING. School Board. He and Rev. Gorman, Mr. M. W. Buckner, Pratt. Teachers"—Rev. E. L. Nails, Publicity"—Rev. B. C. Rannavalona. V. J. R. Roman, Schools. Th. Winfield. Benediction. 7:00 p. m. Devotionals—Meadames Angeline Washington and J. R. Roman, Eldorado, Kansas. 7:30 p. m. President presiding—Financial Report of Mission Societies. 8:00 p. m. "The Need of Missionary Training of Children."—Mrs. J. W. Haves. Sermon—Rev. C. E. Wood, Arkansas City. Offering. THURSDAY—MORNING. Sunday School Board. 9.00 a. m. Devotional—Rev. Bacote and Rev. C. 9:30 a. m. Remarks—President, Mrs. M. W. Buo 9:40 a. m. "Value of Teaching to Teachers"—Rev 10.00 a. m. "Value of Sunday School Publicity"—R 10:20 a. m. "Builders Together"—Rev. J. R. Roma 10:40 a. m. Financial report of S. Schools. 11:00 a. m. Sermon—Rev. Felton Leath, Winfield. Offering. Sunday School Board. 9:00 a. m. Devotional—Rev. Bacote and Rev. Gorman. 9:30 a. m. Remarks—President, Mrs. M. W. Buckner, Pratt. 9:40 a. m. "Value of Teaching to Teachers"—Rev. E. L. Nails. 10:00 a. m. "Value of Sunday School Publicity"—Rev. B. C. Rannavalona. 10:20 a. m. "Builders Together"—Rev. J. R. Roman. 10:40 a. m. Financial report of S. Schools. 11:00 a. m. Sermon—Rev. Felton Leath, Winfield. THURSDAY-AFTERNOON. Executive Board Proper. 2:00 p. m. Devotionals. 2:30 p. m. Report of Cor, Sec'y. Report of Financial report of Churches. Financial report General Business 8.00 p. m. Sermon—Rev, J. H. Van Leu. Offering. Report of District Missionary. Financial report of Auxiliary Boards. Adjournment Leu. And all the Church does not supply the Devil will." Therefore, the Church must control the entire development of young manhood and womanhood. And any program that adequately meets the challenge must be four-fold. LEAGUE. Resolutions of regret and esteem were adopted by the ministers of the city at a meeting of The Wichita Ministerial League held at the Water Street Y. M. C. A., Tuesday which was called for the purpose of arranging for the funeral of the late Rev. E. T. Fishback, founder of the League, and its president at the time of his death. Rev. J. E. Douglas, acting as president appointed Rev. R. L. Pope, pastor of St. Paul A. M. E.; W. L. Hutcherson, executive secretary of the Water Street Y., and Rev. B. C. Rannavalon, secretary of the League as a committee to assist in making arrangements for the public burial services for Rev. Fishback to be held next week. Resolutions adopted by League are as follows: Know Ye not That There Is A Prince And A Grett Man Fallen This Day in Israel. II Sam. 3:38. Since in accordance with the eternal plans of Divine Providence; The Reverend Dr. E. T. Fishback, pastor of New Hope Baptist Church, and PRESIDENT OF THE WICIIITA MINISTERIAL LEAGUE has realized the hope of his faith, and been called to take on his brow the glorious crown of A Christian Warrior. Be It Resolved by the Wichita Ministerial League in a special session; That we hereby extend the full sympathy, and prayers of this organization to the widow and relatives of E. T. Fishback our well beloved brother co-worker in The Christian Church, and president of The Wichita Ministerial League, Rev. Fishback, the founder of The Wichita Ministerial League, and its active president at bring us your soul, but leave your social, mental and physical life outside.' We can develop your soul, but we can not do anything for the three other phases of your development." But, said this young man, "The Church must supply all the needs of our growing manhood and womanhood. President. Rev. H. H. Edmond, Vice Pres. Rev. J. E. Douglas, Chairman of Executive Committee Benediction. Adjournment. (To be continued.) CALLED FROM LABOR TO REWARD. J. B. DR. ELIJAH THOMAS FISHBACK OUR GREAT LOSS. Dr. Elijah Thomas Fishback, our beloved pastor departed this life Tuesday evening, February 6, 1923. He had an attack of acute ingestion from which he never fully recovered. The first attack came Thursday of last week, and he had partial relief until the final attack. He had served in Wichita, longer than any other minister. He was pastor of the New Hope Baptist Church for 14 years. Forty-eight years ago he was born in Frankfort, Ky. His father and grand-father were ministers. He received the D. D., degree from the University of Kentucky. He was corresponding secretary of the Kansas State Board, president of the Wichita Ministerial League, vice president and secretary of the Wichita Minie-rial Association, and vice president of the National Baptist Convention. He created better inter-racial relations in the city of Wichita, was a factor in every forward movement for the good of city, state, nation, and the world. Men of all classes, creeds, and nationalities held him in high esteem. He was a friend to man. He scattered sunshine wherever he went. New Hope has lost a pastor, a friend, a father, a brother. He preached the Gospel 30 years. Those, who survive him are his wife, Mrs. Sarah L. Fishback, a daughter, Mrs. Mattie Chestnut, Cincinnati, Ohio; a brother, Stanley Fishback, Dayton, Ohio; two sister, Mrs. Annie Roan, Winchester, Ky.; Mrs. Dan White of Pontias, Mich.; Mrs. Issaile Walker (a sister) was buried Saturday in Richmond, Ky. Gone to dwell in realms of brightness Which we mortals cannot see; Gone to wake in Jesus' likness, And with Him forever be. Now he's "dwelling on the mountain Where the streams of life abide." Now he's "drinking life's pure waters" And his "soul is satisfied." Yes, he's reached the Land of Beulah, Land of which he used to sing; Reating from his labors truly. Weary of this old world's sorrow, Disappointments, griefs and woes, He has gained a glad tomorrow Ne'er to be confused by foes. When the rocks and the mountains, Everyone shall fade away; When the riverade and fortune When the riverlets and fountains, Fade before eternal day. Hear the promise of his Saviour, Given when he began this race; Sweet the promise of His Saviour, "Poor Soul's got a hiding place." TO E. T. FISHBACK. The night was almost deepening. For the day was nearly done; When God knocked at a lonely cottage And called for only one. He worked and slaved for the Master. While he labored here on earth, May God's arms safely enfold him, Till we meet him on the hearth. —By JAS, TAYLOR. Five Cents Per Copy SPECIAL ACTIVITIES. WATER STREET Y. M. C. A. Four Delegates to the State Convention, ten at Dr. Mott's Meeting, Wichita, January 31, 1922. Executive Secretary addressed the Shawnee County, Older Boys' Conference, Topeka, February 11-13. Executive Secretary attended Regional Connference, (Budget Review) Wichita, February 21. Executive Secretary addressed the Older Boys' Conference, Pittsburg, April 5, 1922. Executive Secretary served as one of leaders, Southwestern Student Conference, Gibaland, Ltd. April 24. Executive Secretary, with one layman, attended the Estes Park; Summer School, Estes Park, Colorado, July 19, 1922. Staff Retreat, (to plan Fall and Winter Program,) General Secretary and Staff, Camp Bid-a-Wee, September 12,1922. State Employed Officers' Conference, for Southeastern District, Newton, Sept. 25, 1922. Executive Secretary addressed the State Baptist Convention, on "The Strategic Importance of Work With Boys." Pratt, Oct. 5, 1922. State Delegate to the Fourth National Convention, American Legion, New Orleans, La., Oct. 16-20, 1922. Delegate, International Convention, Atlantic City, Nov. 14, 1922. Twelve Boys, Two Leaders, State Older Boys' Conference, Manhattan, Dec. 1, 3, 1922. Executive Secretary attended Regional Boys' Secretaries' Conference, Wichita, Dec. 29, 30, 1922. The Executive Secretary has addressed—Six Local White Congregations, Bethel College, Newton, Kansas Community School of Religious Education, State Conference of Social Workers. Executive Secretary has served in the following capacities:—Member and Sec'y, State Commission, "Relation of Association to Church." Leader, Men's Bible Class, New Hope Church. Assistant Sec'y, Ministerial League. Executive Committee, and Membership Committee, Federation of Churches. Executive Committee, Council of Social Agencies. Executive Committee, Wichita Sunday School. President, Wichita Branch, N. A. A. C. P. Member, the Commission, on "Recruiting and Training," Colored Dept. Regional Committee, Field Council Student Depth, Southwest. Member, Committee on Arrangements—Kansas State Sunday School Association. Hi-Y Quintet, with Mr. Barnes as speaker, has filled:— 16 engagements in Local White Churches. 2 Conventions, at Broadview Hotel. 1 at Cheney. 1 at Central Association. 1 at the North End Community House. Mr. Barnes, with Jas. Taylor, filled engagement in Arkansas City, "Father and Son" Program. JUST TAKE TIME For the sake of encouragement as well as the pleasure you will enjoy by being present at the double-header Basket Ball Games at Horace Mann School by Second HI-Y and Second Live Wire; then the major game between Arkansas City Iligh School and Douglass. You remember that Douglas School has not lost a game this season, so the fight is on. Come and bring others. ARE YOU AWARE? That deep interest in things quickens one's desire for investigation? He is not satisfied with mere hear-say. He wants the real facts in the case. That thinking is the act of using one's intellect to the end of gaining knowledge? Do many of us (Continued on page four) eh lle ‘ ‘ = elie L) Keesctitllp ig wee dan ctncpdnc's mw ccnp dMe. re nae nop lila ateieeiet 2 had aed. asad tons Seka Patminiliitaton, 6 8, ma . i 8 Tabernacle Baptist Corner 8th and Water, Rev. E. Leos Nalls, Pastor, Services were very good at our church, Sunday, and very nicely at- tended. At Eleven o’clock the pastor de- livered a strong sermon on the sub- Ject, ‘The Power of the Gorpel.” On Sunday afternoon, we enjoyed the ordinance of biptism by-two souls who put on Christ by Holy Immer- sion, . At six o'clock. the B. Y. P. U., open- ed its hour with much interest in the lesson, At eight o'clock, the pastor again spoke tous from the subject of “Love.” It was indeed a master- piece, It was a message full of thought. We had many visitors Sundey of whora we were proud. of Strangers and visitors are always: welcome to our church. St. Paul Notes. Sunday wag communion day at St Paul Church end the usual large aud. ience of the morning service w.tness- ed a real, good, old-fashioned clas: meeting, in which many hive spiritual testimonials were given by young and old. Rev. Pope gave a brief preiim.- nary tslk, following the usual order of service and then invited all who desired to testify their gratitude to the Master for His many blessings upon them and their firmer faith and hope in Him for the future, In the evening the pastor took for his text the story of the Prodigal Son from Luke 15:13; subject: “In a Far Country.” He said in part that the term—in a far country, did not al- ways imply literally a country in for- eign lands but might be construed to mean thet this young man desired to get away from the environments of home influences and associates to be among strangers with whom he could have a good time without psrental restraint, This was his great desire evidently, and such is the desire of many youths of today, but like this young man after a brief season of riotous living sare brought to a reahz- ation of their folly. It was an elo- quent appeal to the young people and the opportunity had {ts effect upon the minds of many. During the two services eight young people united with the church, The choir deserves special mention for its part in the spiritual uplift in these services and ig proving a valuable asset, With the steady increase of its membership and auxiliaries the ehurch is moving on both spiritually and financ‘ally and the door still stands ajer for afl who would do ser- vice for the Master. “Let none hear you idly saying, there is nothing I can do, while the eouls of men are dy- ing and the Master calls for you.” St. Mary Baptist Notes. Our services were very fair on last Sabbath; the weather was not the most pleasant, and yet the Supt. and assistant were both absent, The pastor took charge at 9:40 a. m., and we hada fine session of the Sunday Sctool with more than forty present and the teachers present, took charge of their classes, and for 25 minutes, we dwelt on the subject: “The Graces of Gratitude” and the golden text: “Enter into His gates with Thanks. giving, and into His courts with praises; be thankful unto Him and, bless His name.” Psa, 100:4, Going to the very foundstion of the Chris- tian religion, much was gained, At 11 o'clock a. m,, our minister, Rev, J. E. Douglass was at his post and chose for his text, Mark 14:8; words: “She hath done what she could.” Subject: “The Measuring Rod.” Derling with the capacity to do, the opportunity, your conviction, tho necessities of others. Union services were very falr; President and Sister Lela Sims are striving to make the Union what it etould be, God bless them, At B o'clock p. m., our pastor chosr for a text, Luke 24:50; subject: “As. tension.” The minister preached o very able sermon from said text, an’ at the close four persons come for wred; two were candidates for bap- tara nn ti’ ot ars were received o their Christian experience, Thus ended the Sabbath services Our few nights of prayer services began Wednesday night, follawa later with sermons by Dr, R, A, Whitaker of Tulsa, Okla. a minister ~ AMONG THE CHURCHES Items of Interest From the Pulpit and tho Pew 2 | i e HOPE WELL’S HAIR HEALTH: Ca Pew Cae Sarge Ks Pay aN ZF" AEA RY anreng WTR The Hopewe Co. 1046 [ris 3+. Hartford, Conn (Dept. 9.) NPE wonderfur new dressing for kinky or curly hair. Its use makes stubborn, harsh hair softer, mote pliable and glossy, easy to comb and put up In any style the length rill permit. 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Jackson officiated Sunday morning, The Scripture lesson, text, and subject follow:—Romang 8:-1-14; Romans 1:14, “The Misson of the Holy Spirit.” He preached a good sermon, To the surprise of the con- gregation, our minister, Dr. E. T. Fishback, ccme into the church while the sermon was being preached. He felt somewhat better and said it seem- ed as though he could not stay away. The B, Y. P, U. was worthy of its name during both the social and study hours. At the evening service, Rev. M. T. Jéckson preached another spiritual sermon, us‘ng for a Scripture Lesson Ex, 14:1-14; Text Ex, 14:13, subject: “The Church in the Wilderness.” Our Sick:— Litt!e Gai! Shannon was on the sick lst last week, Mrs, Anna McAfee fs very much better. Levi Card hes been quite ill, but is improving. Mra, Lottie Murray, who suffers with asthma and rheumatism, is bet- ter, . Tey Mr. Hiram Parks, although better, fz not improving as rapidly as we de. sire, Mrs. Ruby Tines {s recovering. 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Adjoining Kansas Industri alEducational Institution, NOW OPEN With Efficlent Teachers, Splendid Campus Fine Dormitory. Students ‘ERO oepneaa ey, ics the miry. J. H. GARNETT, D.D, 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. Murray’s Extracts THE PERFECT=FLAVOR aax CRAMER’S 35 ___2ANITORS’ SUPPLIES on ETE cm : EAST END : ey § -BARBER SHOP- OY Clean and Sanitary Ye Shaviny, A Hair-cutting. . A\ | f% Electric Massaging. oh i \s MaiLt ORDER (( , MN \ fe Y Merchant ; \ My e a Tailor. | (7 Suits, $18.50 to $75 | , Pants, $7.60 to $25 f fi Ladies’ Garments i Hy Made to measure from heavy goods, } f— 2 All high clasa sees or po ll money refunded, F'LEM FORT. 'Wicntia, Kane «a LAST CHANCE CAFE_. 910 East [3th St, HARVEY BUSBY, L. J. SMITH, Proprietors. 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Ebjah T, Fishback, the spirit of Christian energy in Be'ptist religious circles of the city, country and state; The bat- thng warrior ever standing on the dividing line of racial division ready with wise words of interpretation to develop understending and love among all races; The keen witted pilosopher searching the ways of life life and unfolding its mysteries to the craving masses; The Divinely ap- —_——— Vee CEE LOCALS ARH Mr, Isaac G, Miller, 1219 Chit was among the business callers, of yesterday: “This is my first visit and I must confess that I am surprised to see this amount of machinery, and such busy force;’? continued, Mr. Miller. Mrs. Robt. Hill has been ill for several days. Mr. L. C, McCullough left Monday ona visit to Chanute, and Topeka. Mrs, Eliza Stevens Is ill at her home, 516 N, Water St. Mrs. H. T. Geeder has been il! during the week, confined to her bed, The Mite Missionary Society of St. Paul A.M. E. Church, held their meeting Friday after- noon with Mrs, R. L. Pope. Mrs, H. James, 12th and N. Main is convalescing. Mr, Fred Newton is again able to be about. Mrs. ‘C. R, Price entertained with an informal parry for Mrs. Robinson, The guests are still talking of the jolly time and the games they had, A jolly bunch of four enjoyed candy making at the home of Mrs. P. M, Bell last Saturday evening. Mrs. Flem Fort entertained with a delicious luncheon Friday afternoon from 4:30 to 6:30. The out of town guests were Mrs. Etta Robinson and Mrs, Burr, Mrs, Ora Carter entertained with amid-day luncheon, honor- ing Mrs, Robinson. Mrs. Thos, Yancy entertained with adinner in honor of Mrs, Robinson and Miss Helen Cole- man, Mrs, Fannie Neely entertained with a luncheon Wednesday in honor of Miss Coleman of Den- ver, Colorado, which was enjoy- ed by all. Mrs, Ada Neely entertained a few friends at luncheon Thurs- day honoring Miss Helen Cole- man, Mr, and Mrs. Morris Steemer announce the arrival of a 10 pound baby girl, G. L. A. CLUB NOTES. Miss Nettie Fay Oliver was hostess to the G. L. A, Club on Tuesday afternoon at the home of Mra, W. L. Neely, Quotatlons were given from thelife of Fred- erick Douglass. An Interesting talk was made on the life of Paul Lawrence Dunbar by Mrs. F, 0. Miller. A general discus- sion, music and Needlework, Miss Oliver served the mem: bers to an elegant luncheon, Next week they meet with Mes, V. C. Griffin, ——5——— Miss Daisy Foster of Topeka, is in the city and will remain in definately. pointed ambassodor of God; The ctlm, conservative leader of a rising race made strong by his timely counsel and attitu.es; The author and writer for God and Rece; The liberal mind- ed child of God weighing all things and holding fast to the good; The constructive force of a community. Elijah T. Fishback 4s not dead but having fulfilled a task ordained ¢s his lot in life he moved thru his age, and passed in the eternal realms of bliss there to dwell with the Cndist whom he loved so well. —_—$_—$—$—$———_—$——— ————— = : Booker T. Washington _ The B, T. W. club met at the home of Mrs. Maymie Moore, 1121 Cleveland. Having engag- ed in needle work and unfinished business they took up a brief but interesting literary program con- sisting of quotations on the sub- Jectof “Comfort.” Mrs, Fred Helm receiving a prize for the best quotation. A solo by Mrs Dixon was well rendered» and at the conclusion of the program a delicious luncheon was served by the hostess, Mrs, Moore. Mre, Hester brown 18 ciated over a fine box received from Miss Usher Cropp of Glascow, Mo. Miss Oneida Robinson is on the sick list this week. She has been fa the bed since Sunday. Mrs. Ida Reed is confined to her bed, but reported improving. Mr. Geo. Herold, 840 Eagle, is very sick and improving slowly. Mr. and Mrs, Graves, in the 14th block on N, Mosley, are both sick, Mr. Burrell Anderson, 1310 Ohio, is reported on the mend. Mr. John S, Pruitt, 1307 N. Washington, is improving. Mr Moses Lindsey, 1820 Ohio, passed into reward Wednesday morning, Feb 7th., leaving a wife and several children, He was well thought of by all and was a member of Calvary Baptist Church. Rev. J. H. Van Lue has been on the sick list for nearly two weeks, and is still somewhat in- disposed, Miss Daisy Rivers, living at 3751 E. Douglas, took seriously jill while attending service at St, Paul Church Sunday and was confined to her bed for two dayr. She is reported better, The office force misses the smiling face of Miss Fern Parish who fs iil and confined to her bed. We hope for her a speedy recovery, Mr. (. G. Patton, 1802 Minnie Ave., was in the office yesterday on business, The Mock ‘Musical announced to be given at St.Paul Church next Wednesday evening, has been postponed to March Ist. This musical event is under the auspices of the Choir and H. Q. B, club, Rev, R. L. Pope, pastor of St Paul A.M. E Church, left the city Thursday for Columbia, S.C, to attend the Educational Board there, and later he will attend the Bishops’ Council; returning home on or about the 24th, Business brought Mr, N. D, aoe to The Star office Wednes. ay reza| RED STAR FLOUR emo ; ako Bakes Right @oe~ Cr Det BECAUSE vena ~ee@ Made Right. If you are thinking of raising chick- els this spring, now is the time to call in and examine our -BUCKEYE INCUBATOR- (The World's Best. ) and if It’s | You want, we have it. = MORRIS HARDWARE CO. - Water and Douglas. 231 E. 2ist, Street. Market 237 7 Market .140 THE SILK SHOP | Where All Wichita Shops. | _ New Spring — -SILKS= Arriving Daily. | DEPENDABLE SILKS AT THE | LESS EXPENSIVE PRICES. THE SILK SHOP, © THOS. J. RING SILK CO, 215 EAST DOUGLAS, _ NOW OR NEVER. AWAKED The following is an excerpt from the proceedings of the meeting .o the State Executive Committee of the American Legion, held January 28th, 1823;— “After a short discussion regard- Ing the stending of the Colored Posts in the State, it was determined that a Committee of three should be ap- pointed to investigate their troubles. their failure to re-instate in several instances, and report back to the Ex- ecutivt Committee.” Comredes, If the Legion is good for the White Service Man it is good for us, The State Department has “toted fair” with us. They have giv- en us every recognition offered to the constituency, But, we have been asleep, And, today, we find our- selves in the balances, and for the most prrt, we are “Found Wanting.” Come, let us girl up our loins, lest when this Special Committee calls, we will be like the five foolish Virgins ‘Our Lamps will have gone out. Remember, in seven States, our men havne applied for Charters, and have been refused. Jt will not help their cause to have it said that we had the privileges of the Legion but we spumn- ed them, AWAKE! AWAKE! W, L. Hutcherson, .... Arthur Gossett Post 273, American Legion, Wichita, Kansas. Mr, P, H. Hunigan left on the 2nd for Coffeyville, where he at- tended the funeral of his father, Me Rofus Hunigan, who wae buried on the bth. He was a prominent citizen there and rear- ed one of the most energetic families in Kansas. Mr, Edward Ray of 1845 Ohio Aver was in the office Wednes- day He purchased a paper and left his subscription, Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Tivis have just returned from Fort Scott, where they attended the funer- aloft Mrs, Mary Tivis. Mrs, J. W. Hayes and little dauzhter Ernestine, were callers at the office Wednesday. Salina Happenings. ST. JOHN BAPTIST CHURCH NOTES, Notwithstanding, the severe cold weather, Sunday, the at- tendance at St. John’s was fair, After reading the 105th division of Psalms for Scripture Jesson, the pastor turned the meeting over to the Christians. Many happy and grateful soldiers told of God’s goodness to them and expressed their determination to fight on until death, Many voic- es joined in the songs of praises and a glorious spiritual meeting was held. Tne Sunday School {s active and wide-a-wake and a‘ most beautiful and practical lesson was taughtin the classes, ‘The Grace of Gratitude,” The B. Y. P. U,, is showing a marked incresee of attendence ‘An excellent program was ren-, dered hy the Junior Union sec. fon, which was enjoyed by all who were present. Sunday evening, pastor Wil: liams delivered a strong, logical sermon; subject: ‘'Zacchaeus, Come Down.”’ Based on the 19th We have purchased 122.000 pairs of U. S, Army Munson last shoes, sizes 61-2 to 12, which was the entire surplus stock of one of the largest U. S. Govern ment shoe contractors, This shoe ts guaranteed one hundred per cent solid leather, color dark tan, belows tongue, dirt and waterproof The actual value of this shoe Is $6 00. Owing to this remendous buy we can offer sama to the public t Send correct size. Pay postman on delivery or send money order. If shoes are not as represented we will cheer. fully refund your money promptly upor request, NATION AL Bay State Shve COMPANY. 296 Broadway, New York, N.Y. This is by far the best low priced fuel on the Wichita market. From our own deep shaft mines NUT, $9.25 LUMP, $10.00 Reena t | Buya Ton CENTRAL COAL,*°COKE COMPANY. 826-8 E, Central, Phone M,300. FIRST CLASS SHOE REPAIRING —AT— |v sith Shoe Shop 306 EAST MURDOCK Wichita. Kansas. ARE YOU AWAKRES really think? Do You realy think? Just as pnysical exercise develops the man physically, 60 coes mental ex: ercise develop the menttl man. It is pitiful sometimes to note what foolish and weightless expreasior some of us make, However it re- minds us of the bogus brakes of the urtrained athlete. That a certain white brother the ather night while making some illus- tritons destined to draw out posts vf interest in general, could not resist temptanen to be rather personas with the g.oup of colored people (that vere present.) This does not add any sang which we might term con- structive to the present campaign for right relationship between the races. That 2 boy’s program for Calvary has been prepared? Can you be count- ed in the number of propagates of youth? Sha’l we “get busy”, or con- tinue to sit quietly and indolently by and allow this coming generation to fail, cs the passing generation has failed? chapter of Luke, 1-10 verses, The pastor pointed out very con clusively that the first thing necessary in finding Jesus Ie, a coming down ont of atree, which hespeaks humility, If we would find Jesus, we must seek Him In the valley of humility. He also empharized restitution as an evidence of true repentance. When we have truly repented, ‘there Is. 8 desire to make amends for what we have done, Anoth- er strong point was, God's wil- lingness to give salvation on the ground of true repentance, In- deed it was an Inspiring sermon, ‘A goodly number was present end witnessed the truths, Sunday was our regular cove- nant meeting day, being the Ist Sunday of the month. “A large number attended all day. The B. Y. P, U., is doing a great work, Sunday was True and Tried Section to render their program at seven p,m. Ever Loyal Section went over with finance, The young people are quite Interested in the Union, Our pastor Rev, J. S, King of the Bethlehem Church, who has been eick for about two weeks, {s reported some better but still in bed. Mr, William Hutton died this morning Feb. 6, at his homeon East 8th St, nbout 10:25. He was survived by two sons and one daughter; Fathaniel and Floyd Hutton and Mrs, Maggie Bragley. No arrangments for funeral yet. Hosts of friends mourn his death. Mr, Eimer Rogers of Des Moines, lowa, is here for a while visiting parents Mr, and Mrs, Lue Rogers. Mrs. Addie Oliver of East 10th gave a birthday party in honer of her daughter, Helen, Feb, let age 20 years, ‘Tnere were a great number of young peupe there, Miss Oliver received many beautiful gifts. Messrs Eimer Bradford and Walker motored over Sunday evening from Independence, Kansas, to visit friends, Roads were reported very rough, Hurrah! Cherryvale, has a newly organized Basket Ball team with splendid leaders; their first match game will be with Independence Friday pight, Feb. yth, Wecan’t missit, Mr, Bud Roberson, manager. Mrs. Bessie Greene of Parson, Kansas, spenta few days with her parents Mr, and Mrs. Cylis Teal. Mrs. Jaunita Tolibet of Inde- pendence, Kansas, was in Cher- ryvale, Sunday visiting mother, Mrs. Gertrude Parker and friends, Rev. Pierce of Parsons, Kans,, will preach at Bethlehem, Sun- day for Rev. J. S. King. The Naomi Repair Club is do- ing extensive work for the church. ge £ Osawatomie Notes. EBENEZER M. B, CHURCH. Services were good on yester- day considering the cold weather. Sunday School began its ses- sion aa usual. We were all ben- efitted by the lesson, ‘The Grace of Gratitude.” Preaching service began at eleven o’clock, Qur pastor, the Rev. Jas. H. Scott talked to us along the line of the Sunday School lesson. Our New Modern Basement under the leadership of Rev, J, H, Scott, is progressing nicely. A Bible Institute is being cor- ducted each Sunday afternoon by Rev, Jas. H. Scott. We know it willbe a success because we have such a noble leader, it can’t be anything but a success. The different auxiliaries of the church are wide-a-wake, Some new equipmsnts have been bought for the church, which consists of a new y modeled blackboard, a beautiful pulpt and arplendid Communion Tablet Many noble things are tohe said of our pastor. Words can, not express them. He certainly knows how to lead his people in all-ways of truth, You are as welcome to attend our services as the flowers that burst forth in June, after a hard winter, Pastor, Rev, Jas, H, Seott, Ch. Rep’t., Miss Chattie Hair, The Lord’s Supper was admin- istered, A very large and appreciative audience witnessed the program rendered Tuesday nizht at the church by some of the children of Dunbar School under the aus- pices of the 3 {fasion Circle, Ev (To be continued.) =a oe zener au ea = a ep a