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THE NEGRO STAR FOR THE GOOD OF THE PEOPLE State Historical Society, W. II. Bacon TH FOR T Vol 15, No.5 DISTRICT MISSIONARY MATT.S. JONES SPEAKS. Systematic Methods vs Spasmodic and Emotional Methods of Mission. District Sends Presidents To B. Y. P. U. and S. S. Congress, Hot Springs. We hear a great deal about Missions these days and missionary endeavors, which is as it should be. The fact of the matter is, there is not enough said of the right sort. It is true, many of us think we have done our whole duty in missions when we rally occasionally for missions, jubilantly sending an offering for Home and Foreign Missions and then permit ourselves to settle nown forgetting the great purpose of Christianity until moved by the stimulant of agitation or some piteous appeal, we again come forth as we think to do our whole duty. Now it does appear to me if we would become more nearly as the Master's life and work, for it is written, that "He went about doing good;" Acts 10:28, we would adopt a more regular and efficient method in the distribution of the money gathered for missions. It's hardly fair and right to support Foreign Missions and neglect Home Missions or visa versa; we should do the one and not leave the other madone. In a recent visit to the Smoky Hill River District Executive Board Meeting at Abilene, Rev. G. T. Raimey, Moderator, Junction City, we had an opportunity to note their systematic method in gathering and distributing the mission money. Some of the churches have adopted a system of regular contributions to the mission cause which is a decided improvement over the former plan of spasmodic and emotional endeavors. They are helping the small churches. This Executive Board Meeting excelled by far any meeting of the Board this year. Each department going "over the top" spiritually, financially and intellectually. Mrs. M. D Jones is the strong leader of the Woman's Convention. My visit to Salina, with that prince of men, Rev. S. A. Williams, popu'ar pastor of the St. John Baptist Church, and organizer of men was indeed pleasant and profitable. They are planning a $5000.00 rally for an early dat., and no doubt they will reach their goal. Likewise was the meeting of the S. W. District Executive Board a very successful meeting held at Wellington, in the 2nd Baptist Church, Rev. G. C. Harris, pastor. This proved to be a Missionary and Educational Meeting for each department blended their energies in that direction. Dr. J. H. Van Lou emphasized the great good that is being accomplished by the summer school July 2-14. Topeka, and urged each worker to attend this session. In a like manner did he speak of the Central Baptist Theological Seminary located at Topeka. At the close of his address before the W. H. and F. M. Executive Board, Mrs. I F. Bates, President, was an impromptu offering taken $17 50 to help Samuel Stubblefield an African boy attending the Seminary and who is reputed to have the best mind of any pupil in the class. The District Executive Board sends to the B. Y. P. U., and Sunday School Congress, Hot Springs, Arkansas, Mrs. Carrie Anderson, Wichita, and Mrs. Mae Buckkner, Pratt, Presidents of their departments, respectively. After all, brethren, the church will succeed in proportion as she reveals to the world. There must be deeds of kindness and acts of mercy, radiating from its portals. The lesson of forgiveness must be learned from the church. Let each Christian take charge of himself and prove that the principles of Christianity may be shown in our lives and manifest what Jesus says: "Ye shall know the truth and the truth shall make you free." SAY YOU SAW IT IN THE STAR. YMCA Never before in the history of the work in this community, has the pastors spoken so freely and frankly of of the work and influence the Young Men's Christian Association is exercing on the young men and boys. From all the pulpits, the pastors pleaded for the maintenance of the work. The pastors appreciate our splendid, hard working Secretary; and asked the men of the community to co-operate with him in his efforts to save our men and boys. TEN REASONS WHY THE WATER STREET, Y. M. C. A. MEMBERSHIP CAMPAIGN SHOULD GO OVER-SUCCESSFULLY. I. The Boy's Clubs: I. The Boys' Classes Employed Boys ..... 27 Junior Boys ..... 23 High School Boys ..... 17 Christian Decisions ..... 19 II. The Boys' Camp: . III. Older Boys' Conference: 12 Boys 1922. IV. Inter-Racial Program. 16 Meetings in 1922. V. Athletic and Recreational Program-6 Equipped Basket Ball Teams. VI. Thrift Program. VIII. Heath Program: (Promoted by Business League, Directed by Executive Secretary. IX. This Generation of Boys Must be saved; or our future is doomed. X. We must keep Faith with the White Friends of the work. Our Budget is $1000: (c) Our Share $2300 46% If we are able to get 500 members, the Board of Directors of the Central Association will be ready for a Building Campaign. THE CODE OF GOOD SPORT. 1. Thou shalt not quit. 2. Thou shalt not alibi. 3. Thou shalt not gloat over winning. 4. Thou shalt not be a rotten loser. 5. Thou shalt not take unfair advantage. 6. Thou shalt not ask odds thou art unwilling to give. 7. Thou shalt always be ready to give thine opponent the shade. 8. Thou shalt not underestimate thy opponent, nor overestimate thyself. 9. Remember that the game is the thing, and that he who thinketh otherwise is a mucker and no true sportsman. 10. Honor the game thou playest, for he who playeth the game straight and hard wins even when he losses. American Magazine. Salina Kansas News. Pastor Williams delivered a very striking sermon at 11 a.m., Sunday morning; his theme was, "Pure Religion." James 1:27. "There are many various kinds of religions, but the religion of the Lord Jesus Christ is the only pure religion, and it is within reach of all, regardless of his or her station in life, creed or color." Many good practical truths were pointed out that will be very beneficial to the masses if adhered to. The St. School was wide-a-wake, and very well attended. The teach- WICHITA, KANSAS, FRIDAY, May 25, 1923. DOINGS OF THE S.W.DISTRICT. The Southwest District Executive Board of Missionary Baptist Churches and Auxiliary Boards held a successful Quarterly Meeting last week with the 2nd Baptist Church, of Wellington, which Rev. G. C. Harris, is Pastor. At this meeting $245.62 were raised for missions and education. This district is co-operating with the State and helping to prepare John Taylor for the ministry; and Samuel Stubblefield, a native African. Both of these young men are at our Central Baptist Theological Seminary, Topeka, Kansas, through the Women's Home and Foreign Mission Board, was raised the yearly financial quota, apportioned to this District for the care and education of Samuel Stubblefield, who is preparing to return to his native land with the message of salvation to those in superstition and darkness. Great sermons were preached and helpful topics discussed in every department. The Board was well entertained by the pastor and members of the Second Baptist Church, Wellington, Chanute Notes. Sunday Service was well attended at New Hope Church; several visitors were present. The Sunday School is growing rapidly, each Sunday. Every one secms to be taking on new interest, and active part in the school. The Sunday School Convention is planning to meet here June 5 to 8th and the church workers are making making efforts already to make times pleasant when the time comes. Everyone enjoyed the pleasure of one of our young High School men to have the honor of a Kansas representative for a high mark of running and jumping in the contest held at Emporia. Lois Williams, son of Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Williams, has been awarded a trip to Chicago, to represent Kansas. Chanute is somewhat on a boom of our race business locations. Mr. Chas. Williams has moved his barber shop in the pool hall where he is ready to give you his service. Mr. J. Dixon has moved his shoe repair shop and Dr. office to North Central and is ever ready to serve you. Mr. D. F. Allen of Neosho Falls, has bought out the Johnson Cafe, where he plans to serve the public with ice cream and cold drinks. The Mission Circle of the A. M. E. Church serves nice meals each Friday; 25c a dinner. Mrs. Deal's son is somewhat ill at this time. Mrs. McClain and Mrs. Roy Dav's are somewhat indisposed this week. The S. M. Ts., of Chanute are planning a trip to Iola. on Sunday to attend a sermon preached in behalf of the order. Fishing is somewhat a success; Mr. Davis and son Roy went out and brought back 10 nice blue cat fish, and a hearty dinner was enjoyed. See Mrs. F. Williams, Reporter. era' Training Class, which meets every Friday night, conducted by the pastor, is a great help to the school. The teachers go to their classes well prepared to instruct them. The pastor plans to preach a series of sermons from the Ten Commandments. He preached the first of the series Sunday evening, taking his text from Exodus 20:3; subject: "Thou shalt have no other gods before me." Strong emphasis were put upon the First Commandment; and an earnest appeal for servants for the true and living God, was made. Mrs. Sadie Wigley, one of the ardent workers in the church, is visiting in Tulsa, Okla., with her brother and his wife, Mr. and Mrs. W. W. Shobe. Mrs. Mary Brown, Russells, Kans.. was among the visitors who attended services t St. John, Sunday. ```markdown ``` BIG THINGS AT NEW HOPE BIG THINGS AT NEW HOPE The people of New Hope Baptist Church are maintaining their high standard of Christian citizenship, Christian Education and financial responsibility. They plan a big week of Christian Worship from May 27th to June 3rd. Reverend L. R. Mitchell, Gospel peacher, educator and pulpit orator of Lima, Ohio, will pay Wichita, a visit and will be the guest of New Hope Church. He will conduct a series of evangelistic meetings at the church, corner, 9th and Ohio. On Sunday, June 3, a $500 rally will be pulled off; the unique contest assures the raising of that amount. The men of the church are contesting the women; tho' outnumbered, the men say they will beat. H. W. James leads the six companies of men and Mrs. J. C. Barnett leads the women. The churches of the city are solicited to attend the Sunday afternoon services and give the "orphan" church a hand. "Reverend Mitchell will conduct services all day Sunday. Lester, Colorado. Sunday School at 9:30 a.m. Rev. C. R. Bruster preached at 11 a.m. a wonderful sermon for the Mount of Olive Baptist Womans Home Missionary Society. His subject was "Spirit of Mission."—Mrs. Hattle Goins, President. B. Y. B. U., at 5 p.m., each Sunday afternoon. The B. Y. P. U., gave an entertainment on Apr. 26th. All enjoyd the time of their life.—Mrs. Lydia Sims, President. The young people of Lester, motored to Walsenburg, to a ball game. Lester, Rouse Monarch won of course joyl Lester Listening. The Mt. of Olive Baptist Church gave an outing first of this season; barbecued meat was served, also ice cream by the Sunday School and soda pop by the B. Y. P. U. Ball game between the colored and Mexican boys. Mr. G. Lawrence and Mr. L. Bassett challenged the girls for a game and Mr. H. Foster was a girl too—the girls won; O Joy! I am sure Rev. L. R. Bruster had the time of his life drinking soda. Sunday morning Rev. L. R. Bruster preached a wonderful sermon on "Mother," it was heart rending. After the sermon, several motored to Walsenburg, to the G. U. O. F., and Ruth's Annual sermon. All enjoyed it. Quite a number from Walsen, enjoyed the church outing. Mrs. M. Thorba is back home after a visit to Trinidad, Colo. Several ladies went out picking wild greens, Wednesday, and the rain ran them in home. Miss M. Howard was a visitor of Miss A. V. Johns, Wednesday; such fun they had making candy. The Johnson twins were thers also. A car was overturned with four men occupants of the car, Sunday, Apr. 29, between Walsenburg, and Lester, killing Mr. Harry Lamajaq. (Mrs.) Lydia Sims Reporter. Pastor Williams left Tuesday morning for Topeka, in response to an invitation to attend the Commencement exercises at the Kansas Industrial Educational Institute. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Wigley and son Mr. N. E. Wigley and daughter, Hester, motored to Topeka, Saturday, and on t) Lawr. e Sunda. MOTHERS' DAY PROGRAM. MOTHERS' DAY PROGRAM. The writer had the privilege of attending the "Mothers' Day" Program given by the Pleasant View Sunday School. Logan County, Kansas; assisted by Edith S. S., which turned out en masse. The usual custom of wearing red or white carnations was observed. The mothers sat in a group and were entertained by the young folk. Mothers taking no active part in the affair. The S. S., was conducted by Miss Florence Wheeler, Pleasant View, Supt. The Program consisted of songs, readings and drills, pertaining to mother, depicting our duties and and respect we owe her. Such inspiring songs as, "Tell Mother I'll Be There;" "Mother's Prayers Have Followed Me;" "Meet Mother In The Skies;" et al as solos and duets, were very effective. Each and every family was represented in the program; even the little tots did their parts toward entertaining Mother. Revs. E. W. Douglass, Frank Finley, and Bros. Clark, Ward, Dr. E. W. Carey, et al and Supt., W. E. Ross of Edth, S. S., spoke, each paying glowing tribute to his mother, in full accord with Lincoln when he said, "All that I Am or Hope to Be, I Owe it to My Angel Mother." They exhorted all young folks to love and cherish mother, their greatest earthly friend. To never forget her on Mothers' Day and write her if she is at a distance. Much credit was given Miss Bernice Nevins, versatile instructor of No. 50 school, and her staff of coworkers. She was mistress of ceremony and instigator of the program. Miss Nevins is a modest young woman, and is making good. She is a product of the West and a credit to our race. It goes without saying, the mothers were well pleased and were encouraged to be better mothers and wives. Personally, we are glad to witness this and other events, which show very clearly, the "awakening of the West." In this community, Mothers' Day and like affairs, had not been observed for a number of years. We are at last awakening to the relization of the need of developing local talent and the "Higher Life of the Community." Thus we see that the efforts of the District Missionary, M. S. Jones, are bearing fruit. He is doing a great and needful work in the West, where "laborers are few and the harvest is truly great." He is enabled to do a great deal more since he has the little Ford which the District helped him to purchase, and it may be said in passing, that he would appreciate any contributions toward defraying expenses, which are naturally constant in carrying on the Lord's work. On Childlren's Day the schools will combine their Programs at Distruit No. 8, First Baptist Church, Edith, Kansas.-Reporter. Cherryvale News Items. Sunday services were well attended Our pastor, Rev, J. S. King, was full of the Holy Ghost and delivered excellent sermons. The Sunday School is still climbing the ladder of success. The B. Y. P. U., is progressing nicely with active workers. The Ladies Sewing Circle meets every Tuesday afternoon at different homes to sew; then a light luncheon is served for only Ten Cents, to build up their Treasure. They are doing great work. Mr. and Mrs. Bray and sister of Coffeyville, spent Tuesday here out on a fishing trip accompanied by our pastor, Rev. J. S. King. Miss Priscilla Barnes who has been teaching at Chotean, Okla., has return-home to spend a few weeks before attending summer school. The Woodley Band of Independence, Kansas, that was to play here the 25th will not appear as the date has been postponed on account of illness of the Band Master's wife of Topeka. Miss Battrice Wheaton graduates from 1923 Senior Class May 26.h. We are always going to see our people strive Five Cents Per Copy Walsen, Colorado. We had a wide-a-wake S. S. Sunday at 9:45; good attendance. Afterwhich, our pastor took his subject from "I will not hear them pray and neither will I hear you in their behalf." Our hearts were made to rejoice as we listened to God's word preached with so much power; notwithstanding, we were expecting Rev. G. W. Young, of Pueblo, to preach for us and for some reason he did not come, we know not, but we were well pleased with our beloved pastor for he is always a power. Deacon Hood and wife, Sister Gowen. Mrs. Hood's sister, Mr. Jumper and wife, Mr. Symes and wife came over and worshipped with us Sunday. At 6:30 Sister Brenson, our President of the B. Y. P. U., was in the chair and we had another good meeting. Rev. Lawrence ascended the stand, chose for his subject: "Behold the the bridegroom cometh, go ye out to meet him;" and our souls were fed again. The pastor opened the door of the church and Bro. James Smith united. Bro. Smith comes to us from Mississippi. We are glad to welcome you brother for the harvest is truly ripe but the laborers are few. The Masons gave a banquet at Rouse the 12th; it was certainly a swell affair at the Y. M. C. A., it was beautifully decorated for the occasion and they rendered a fine program which was rendered, while we were being served with lots of good things to eat. I have not the space to give justice to the occasion but I do wish you could have been there to have heard and enjoyed it. Those sister certainly know how and what to fix to make you wish for more. First on program, song by 8 girls (The Red Moon) with Mr. Roberson at the piano, was fine; Instrumental duet by the Misses Curry's; paper by Mrs. Willis "How We Should Treat Our Fellowman" which was a masterpiece; duet by Mrs. P. L. Dow and Mrs. Willis, with Mrs. Jones at the piano. Rev. Harris was then called with an address to close the program, to the delight of all who heard him. The waiters were—Mrs. B. Dow, Mrs. Elnora Garden, Misses Irene Curry, Henrietta Curry, Martha Williams, Ethel May Jackson. E. McNeal. Those girls certainly know how to give you good service. Those attending the banquet from Walsenn, were: Mr. and Mrs. Nevil, Mr. and Mrs. Bouggus, Mr. and Mrs. Chappel, Mr. Harry Taylor, Mr. Smiley, Mr. W. M. Young, Mr. John Mangram, Mr. R. Thurman, Mr. W. R. Thompson, Mr. and Mrs. Johnson, Mr. and Mrs. Johnson, Mr. Julius McMatch, Mrs. Steen, Deacon Burt and wife. Mrs. B. Young is visiting her sons in Pueblo, this week. Mrs. Steen made a business trip to Pueblo, last week. Mr. and Mrs. McNeal were in Lester, Sunday, and report a pleasant time. Rev. Doble, pastor of the A. M. E. Church, reports good services' all day at his church; Sunday School at 9:45 a.m., preaching at 11:00 a.m. Prayer meeting on Thursday evening of each week. Sister Maggie Dancey departed this life the 14th, last Monday at 2 o'clock a. m., and was laid to rest in the Mason cemetery; she had lived to the good old age of 74 years and a consecrated Christian for many years. Funeral was held at the James A. M. E. Church of which she was a member; Rev. Harris from Rouse, assisted by her pastor, Rev. Doble. She leaves a son Mr. W. M. Dancey, Mrs. Lena Brannon and a host of grand children together with friends in bereavement. The Household of Ruth had change of the remains, of which she was a loyal member. Our loss in heaven's gain. Mrs. Eddie Wheaton on West Main Street, is reported very ill with rheumatism in her arms and legs. Mrs. J. Middleton, reporter, is the one in your town to see with your news and for your subscription. Get a quick lunch at the "Landia" lane. Ottawa News. Miss Thayer gave a very interesting talk to Bethany Chapel Baptist Sunday School during the Sunday School hour last Sunday May 20th on the customs and her work in Manalay, India. She stated that she is not expecting to return this fall on account of her aged mother. Rev. C. P. Morrow returned Thursday, May 17; he left Sunday, May 13, for Salina, to preach the Oddfellow's Thanksgiving Sermon, where he has been preaching it for the past five years Prof. McGrutor, one of Blind Boone's advance agents is here putting on a musical chorus of about 50 voices. It is showing a splendid success; date has not been set as to when they will begin. Mrs. Louise Walker and son Ralph, spent Sunday in Kansas City. Saturday, May 19th, the State Track Meet was held at the Ottawa University. There were four colored boys in it: Mr. Norris Stokes of Pratt who is attending O. U. here Mr. L. Williams of Emporia, Mr. W. Van Leu of Wichita, and Mr. Lodger Williams won the beautiful cup. He broke the State record. In the 100 yard dash his time was 9 and 2-5 seconds and in 220 yard dash his time was 11 and 1-10 seconda. He broke the state record and lacked 2-5 of a second of breaking world's record. Mr. Clarence Hooker and Mrs. W. S. J. Lewis are sick with mumps. Mr. Elmer Benson went to Kansas City, Sunday to spend the day with this brother, Luther Benson and friends. Mr. James Stokes, Miss Sarah Frazier Miss Mabel Woods, Mjss Lauline Wilson, and Mr. Noiris Stokes, motored to Garnett, Sunday. Mrs. Martha Lewis who has been making her home in Kansas City, has come to her home here to stay. Oddfellows and Household of Ruths held their Thanksgiving Sermon at St. Paul A. M. E. Church, Sunday, May 13th. Two out-of-town orders turned out with them: Osage City Osawatomie. A good crowd attended the service. Dinner was served in the basement; Rev. Job Allen preached the sermon. The services at Ecthany Chapel Baptist Church were fine all day. Rev. C. P. Morrow chose for text in the morning "The Swelling of the Jordan;" and in the evening, "The Christian Race." Collect.on raised $41.45. Mrs. D. R. Clayborne has four children on the sick list; but improved at this writing. Rev. C. P. Morrow's daughter, Dolpine is also on the sick list. Rev. Morrow leaves Tuesday, to assist Rev. P. D. Skinner in a revival meeting at Coffeyville. Miss Reese entertained Mr. Norris Stokes, Miss Lauline Wilson, Mr. Lodger Williams, Saturday, before and after the track meet, at her home 318 E. 11th St. Mrs. May Smith and daughter, Juanita, leaves tomorrow for Chanute, to visit her mother, Mrs. Alice B. Cheek Crith. Mrs. Ball and daughter and Mrs. Dora McCurry were afternoon guests of Mrs. Lizzie Stokes, Sunday. Miss Wilnetta Riese. Mr. Alfred Holbert and Mr. Howard Thompson were Sunday guests of Mr. and Mrs. C. A. Spottsville. Leavenworth Kansas (By Ernest F. Jones.) The colored populace was handsomely entertained Thursday evening, May 17th at the Bethel A. M. E. Church, with an intellectual program rendered by the students of the Western University of Quindaro. Melodies, solos, tr.os, quartets and selections, accompanied by the orchestra of the school, was the feature of the evening. Every one attending seemed well pleased. The strip of pavement South of Lansing, Kansas, was completed and opened to traffic Saturday, May 19. This completed the Leavenworth County share of the hard surfaced road between here and Kansas City. With the exception of 160 feet, the work was done by the Stanton Construction Co. The uncompleted 160 foot stretch is at the bottom of the first hill South of Lansing. Due to a large fill, this strip cannot be paved until the earth has more time to settle. Barriers have been removed from the road leading to Stone Stone. The stretch is about one and one-half mile long. Mr. Milton A. Wyatt of the Wyatt Undertaking Co., and wife Mrs. Gladys Wyatt, spent Sunday, May 20, in Kansas City, Kansas, guests of Mr. Wyatt's mother. Don't forget the "Radio Program," Tuesday evening. May 29, by the "Relief Club" of the Independent Baptist Church at the church on 6th and Pottowatomie St. A rare treat is in store for those who have not heard a Radio Program. Come early in order to get a seat. Admission free. Mr. Comodore Williams who has been quite ill with a near case of pneumonia, is able to be at work again. Miss Lula Stanley of 508 Elizabeth Street, about 40 years of age, and a life-long resident of this city, was found dead Sunday afternoon by Mrs. Nancy Johnson, (about 3:30 o'clock) who had gone to see her. When she went into the house. Miss Stanley's little boy said that his mother had fallen out of the bed. Mrs. Johnson, on ra'sing her found that she was dead. Then she called the Wyatt Undertaking Company after having called in some of the neighbors. Coroner Dr. Joseh Skaggs was also notified. Miss Stanley had been ill for some time, in practically a destitute condition, alone, except for her little son and the neighbors who would go in. Dr. Skaggs pronounced death due to Thyroid Toxemia. Funeral arrangements had not been made at this writing. The services at Independent Baptist Church. Sunday, May 20th, was as usual very good, both morning and evening, with Rev. C. B. Burton, pastor preaching both sermons. A large congregations in attendance at the general church services, and the contribution was good. The Sunday School and B. Y. P. U., were also well attended, with the corps of teachers and scholars in excellent spirits. Contribution, good. Arbor "Dickey" Gough was on trial Monday 21, in the District Court charge w.th assaulting Winfred Bell some months ago, following a wild auto party. At Gough's preliminary hearing, held a month ago he was bound over to District Court. Bell alleges that he was severely injured, due to the assault by Gough. In his jury trial Monday, Gough was found guilty of assault and battery; and as it was brought out in the trial that he was only 15 years of age, he was turned over to the Juvenile Dept. The Colored Detachment Base Ball Club "Champions" of last year's League of Ft. Leavenworth, defeated the Post Team composed of white players of the Fort, by a score of 10 to 4 Sunday, May 20th. The feature of the game was the stick work by Thomas. Jones, Foust, Laflore and Palmer. The batteries were for the Post Team: Honey and Sebourne, Colored Det., Harris, Young, and Thomas. Umpires: Phillip and Wright. The Colored Detachment is open for in or out of town games. Two hustling boys wanted to carry papers. Must be willing to hustle. Good chance to make pocket change in the afternoons and Saturday. 204 Delaware Street, headquarters for typewriting, newpapers and Notary Public in office. Crisis also on sale and monthly periodicals; business appreciated Says I to Myself, says I— The Star is the paper to buy says I. NOTICE!! GREETINGS—I wish to notify the members of the State B. Y. P. U. Convention of the change of date, which will convene June 26 and 27, in Parson, Kansas. Our Slogan for this year is Seven Hundred ($700.00) Dollars. With the co-operation of the Workers, we expect to do greater Mission and Educational Work at Home and in Foreign Field. Both are demanding the very best that is in us Intellectually, spiritually and financially. I am asking that each local B. Y. P. U., send a representative with a number for the program and that each District B. Y. P. U. Convention will come prepared for the great financial contest. We are taking this method of awakening an interest rather than coming in person; thus avoiding over-head expenses. Please send names of messengers to appear on program, to MRS. PAULINE WILSON, Corresponding Secretary, 822 Olive Street OTTAWA, KANSAS. Yours, L. V. HALM, Pres, 714 Kiowa St. Leavenworth, Kans. GET READY. Dear Brother:—We are anxious to have the largest delegation possible at the coming session of the Sunday School and B. Y. P. U. Congress, which meets in Hot Springs, Ark., June 19-24, 1923. We are calling on all the officials of the Congress to exert themselves fully in efforts to have an extra large delegation from their respective states. You can write a few personal letters to Superintendents of Sunday W. A. GITTRIGH PLUMBING AND HEATING 252 N. Lawrence Ave. PLUMBING AND HEATING 252 N. Lawrence Ave. TA, KA BE A HOME OF YOUR Why pay rent when $25.00 starts small modern home? Easy payments, close in, gas, electricity, se d water. When you sing "Home, Sweet anted house you are only serenading the la Earl Long, 142 N. Law Room 8. Phone D 3851 at once. Race Enterp Study's Favorite Sho Ready To Wear Garments. Fancy Dress Making. 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INDUSTRIAL ELECTRIC COMPANY 1858 N. Lawrence Ave. Phone D. 3949 St. Mary Baptist Notes. Rev. J. E. Douglass, Pastor. Our services were very fair last Sunday were very fair. Our pastor returned from the Executive Board meeting of the Southwest District, where it is said, he preached an accepted sermon; though worn out and needing physical rest, he was at his post Sunday morning, and in the absence of the Supt., and vice, opened Sunday School on time, 9:45 a. m. Fine session was witnessed; "Elijah the brave reformer;" was discussed. At 11 a. m., the pastor preached a sermon that will not be forgotten. One came forward after the sermon for membership. The B. Y. P. U. was quite interesting. Mrs. Reed and Preskilent E. L. Newton are doing their utmost to raise the standard of the Union. At 8 p. m., following the devotion, the St. Mary's Quintett sang very beautifully, "Steal Awa;" and the minister preached a great sermon from the subject: "Losing Jesus;" text, Luke 2:46, "Jesus Tarried behind in Jerusalem." Fa'r collection. All of our auxiliaries were represented at the Board Meeting at Wellington. Our minister is to address an audience at Winfield, this week. The Harmonious Four displayed at St. Mary last week and was a success. Come again. Each of the clubs of St. Mary seems to be busy. Something is going to happen on the corner some day. We will pray and wait on the Lord. —Reporter. St. Matthews C. M. E. May 20th found our Sunday School in its best bloom. The weather very good; found the Assistant Supf., Mrs. O. A. Briley deeply interested in the opening services, and many to begin work. The school was soon filled with the aged and the young eager to go into the discussion of "Elijah, the Brave Reformer." The lessons are interesting and it is wonderful to see so many of the older persons so anxious to learn more of His word. At 11:30 our pastor preached for us; reading Prov. 1:2; Luke 2:29. Theme. "The Childhood of Jesus." The congregation always enjoys his sermons. Glad to welcome the visitors in our services any time. Each member is asking you to help in their family club; please don't turn them away. We are preparing for a great rally on the 2nd Sunday in June. The pastor and members are getting ready for a great church in the future. Night services were good. The two small sons of Mr. and Mrs. R. P. Taylor, Loral and Joel are with their grandmother Mrs. H. H. Edmond, visiting their aunt, Mrs. Sophronia Edmond Butler, and we are wishing them a pleasant trip. St. Paul Notes. SUCCESSFUL RALLY. The Pastor, Rev. R. L. Pope, and members of St. Paul A. M. E. Church are highly gratified of the results of the Spring rally held on last Sunday, and of the spontaneous response of members, friends and public, in supporting their special efforts. All captains not having reported, the amount raised was $2,214.61. They also desire to express their thanks to all who assisted them. The pastor delivered eloquent sermons at both morning and evening services. Rev. Enyard, pastor of Grant Memorial A. M. E. Church and congregation was present in the afternoon. The S. S.. Board met Tuesday evening and in connection with the transaction of other business, elected delegates to the District S. S. Convention that convenes at Newton, the 19th of June. The delegates elected were Forrest Williams - and Sadie Graves, including the teachers and officers. Presiding Elder J. W. Williams of he Wichita District, was a visitor at the parsonage, Tuesday. The choir members express their appreciation of the beautiful altar flowers, Sunday, presented to them HOUSE WIRING. FIXTURES. LAMPS. by Mrs. McClellan; also the usher board from Mrs. Thos. Fines. A cordial invitation is extended, to attend our Endeavor meetings at 7 p. in. Indiana Avenue Church of Christ. Res. 1127 N. Santa Fe Phone M. 3837W. Official Board 1st Monday 7:30 p. m. Senior Choir rehearsal, Tuesday 7.00 p. m. Junior Choir rehearsal Friday 7:00 p. m. Thursday, Prayer Meeting, 7:00 p. m. Saturday at 6:00 p. m. Social. Calvary Baptist Church REV. J. W. HAYES, Pastor. Like to the old ship, Calvary had some very important stops and blessings, beginning with the Sunday School where the Supt., is bringing in many modern methods, and the school is a source of enlightenment. We were fed heavily of the word of God from the message sent thro' His servant and our pastor. Intellectual strength and Gospel power, and meekness of unselfishness make his message far-reaching. Come and let him search your life with the Gospel searchlight; there are things affecting your life of which you know not. The B. Y. P. Us., are moving on fine. The Memory Contest was entertaining and helpful, last Monday night. Rev. S. B. Butler appeared at home when he preached the strong sermon to this congregation that has always stood hard by him and his esteemed wife. Many praised the message. He is very enthusiastic over his new field. KANSAS DELE GATES SEND YOUR NAMES. It is vitally important for every Superintendent and President of the Sunday School and B. Y. P. U., to be in Hot Springs, Ark., June 19-24, 1923, to see how your own experts put over the program of methods, that will mean much for the development of your work when the messengers return. Think not in yourself, you can't, because you can. There is not a Sunday School nor a Union in the state that cannot send a Messenger. Pick the most live wire you have in your church, and we guarantee, he or she will be able to return to you dollars for cents in service, when he or she returns. May we ask that money not stop the progress of the kingdom. Elect the messenger, line the young people up behind the messenger, then line the older people up behind them and then send the name at once to H. T. Sims, Sec., of the Congress, who has a comfortable chair car arranged for the trip. The fare will be one and one-third fare on the certificate plans; so elect at once, send in the name so you can be furnished with a certificate and not incur an extra expense. A chair car will leave Wichita, over the Rock Island at 12:35 p. m., and you will not have to change cars on the trip. The Oklahoma delegates will join us. Let us hear from you at once as we have a short time for preparations. Rev. N. J. Stokes of Pratt, is helping us to make it a first class trip; so hear him when he speaks. Let us add your names to the following Congress messengers:—H. T. Sims, Rev. J. W. Hayes, Mrs. Lotta Hayes, of Wichita; Mrs. H. H. Buckner, Bratt, Kansas; Rev. J. E. Douglass, Rev. J. H. Van Leu, Mrs. Carrie Anderson, The Sunday School, B. Y. P. U. Missionary Society, Church a o Lodge stand in need of one. Order today. 1241 Wabash Avenue, Wichita, Kansas. WICHITA'S BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL INDEX Res. 501N. Water St. Phone Mkt 166 James A. Speara, ATTORNEY-AT-LAW OFFICE 515 North Main St. Froes M. 1344 M. 2999 Notary Public in Office. WICHITA . . . KANSAR To the Patrons of the Van Lex Store:—hereafter we will be open from 4 p. m., to 10:00 p. m. We wish to thank our many friends for their support in the past and hope to be able to serve you in the future. We are open all day Saturday make that your shopping days VAN LEU'S STORE We carry a full line of Dry Goods Our Prices are right WENDELL VAN LEU, Mgr HERE FOR YOU! Modern Instruction In Piano, Voice and Music History. Phone Market 8130 1241 Wabash DOROTHY L. SIMS, Instructor— T. C. 1917. Post Work four last terms at Fisk University A. P. Brickell Garden Tools, Rubber Hose, Wire Screens for Poultry and Stock. We carry a complete stock of every thing in our line. Call and look over our stock and get prices. A. P. BRICKELL, 213 E 21st St. Phone M. 140. Murdock Electrical Co. 739 N. Main Phone D. 970 ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION. YOU DON'T HAVE T For some one to come the Sunday's dinner gr Market 5548; that's the YOU DON'T HAVE TO WAIT For some one to come home to help you carry the Sunday's dinner groceries home. Just call Market 5548; that's the Packing House Market. If it's eatables of the best kind they have it. Never late. See if we told you wrong. Packing For prompt MAR service Phone C. D. DARRIGRA 320 E. 21st St. SILKS! SILKS! SILKS! Visit This Busy Shop where QUALITY REIGNS SUPREME Marked At The Less Expensive Prices THOS. J. RING SILK CO. 215 EAST DOUGLAS. NOTICE! Madam Effie Grissard EGYPTIAN HAIR SPECIALIST treatments or DANDRUFF. FALLING HAIR ITCHING SCALP, TETTER. Try My Oils. Growing Oil 50c. Pressing Oil 60 guarantee every treatmen and the oils as well. Give me a trial. I make hair GROW. MADAM GRISSARD, 1621 Ohio Ave., Wichita Kansas When you have hauling of any kind, call D.3146W. Service that satisfies. Prices moderate. NORTH END MEAT MARKET 1913 North Lawrence Market. 1479 Good Boiling Meat..... 6c Round and Loin Steak..... 25c Good Roast Meat..... 10 & 12½ c Hamburger..... 10c Home Made Lard, 2 pounds.. 25c Home Made Sausage 15c or 2 pounds..... 25c FIRST CLASS SHOE REPAIRING —AT— Miller's Electric Shoe Shop] 306 EAST MURDOCK Wichita, Kansas. CUT THIS OUT QUICK And mail it to me if you are unmarried and would like to make new friends. Don't be lonesome! Write and ask all about it. All letters to you are sealed and private. Ladies and gentlemen are invited to respond. (Stamp appreciated.) Address: The Crescent, L-Box 172, Wichita, Kansas. TO WAIT home to help you carry ocerles home. Just call Packing House Market. House RKET your order in early. AND, Proprietor. Phone M.5548 ```markdown ``` When you think of BUTTER You just na PEEK It has been m Wichita for THE WICHITA COM REDDICK ELEC AND NOT Men and Women while y Men's half sole Men's half sole Ladies' ha All Rubber Hee Diamond Oak and L. M. leather I. E. Reddick, You just naturally think PEERLESS has been made and sold Wichita for over 20 years E WICHITA CREAME COMPANY. HODDICK ELECTRIC SHOE S AND NOTION STORE and Womens'. Shoes re while you wait. Men's half soles Leather $1.00 Men's half soles Panco $1.10 Ladies' half soles 75c 1 Rubber Heels 40c per Pair ak and L. M. leather used and all work gu Keddick, 607 E. Mur You just naturally think PEERLESS It has been made and sold in Wichita for over 20 years. THE WICHITA CREAMERY COMPANY. REDDICK ELECTRIC SHOE SHOP AND NOTION STORE Men and Womens'. Shoes repaired while you wait. I BERT O Wall Paper 106 E. Douglas Ave. POINS 100% PURE ICE Good As the Best the DELIVERED QUARTS ..... 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VANLEU, Director Address all communications to either of the above persons Things to be Prayed For: Summer School, Student Body, Miss cns. Faculty, Friends for Institute. New Building, One Hundred acres of land. J. H. VANLEU, Gen. Missionary Baptist Theology Topeka Adjoining Kansas Industri NOW With Efficient Teachers Fine Do Students wanted who desire GEO. R. BRIDES J. H. GARNETT, D. D. De Address all communications to Things to be Summer School, Stu Faculty, Friends for One Hundred J. At Theological Semin Topeka, Kansas. Kansas IndustrialEducational Institution NOW OPEN Student Teachers. Splendid Camp Fine Dormitory. wanted who desire to study for the miry. GEO. R. BRIDEFORT, Principal. RNETT, D. D. Dean. J. H. VANLEU communications to either of the above p Things to be Prayed For: MAKIN EYE DRUG COMPANY Where Business is Known an DRUGS, DRUG SUNDRIES. 517 North Main Street Where Business is Known and Transacted. A Full Line of: DRUGS, DRUG SUNDRIES, GROCERIES AND NOTIONS 517 North Main Street, Wichita, Kansas. B naturally think BLESS made and sold in over 20 years. A CREAMERY PANY. ELECTRIC SHOE SHOP MON STORE s'. Shoes repaired you wait. s Leather $1.00 s Panco $1.10 f soles 75c s 40c per Pair used and all work guaranteed. 307 E. Murdock OUR WALL PAFER Just adjusts itself to your satisfaction after the hanger skillfully applies it to the wall. What's more, it stays put continues to hold its color, does not crumple or warp, and wears right along in a manner most meritorious. We've patterns that are of great artistic beauty, stamped upon background that are beautiful, embossed or unembossed. We will be glad to figure with you at any time. BLEVER and Glass. Phone Mkt. 1429 ETTA CREAM and Better than Most $ 50 NILA..... 1 50 RUIT..... 1 60 RICK..... 2 00 PRODUCED by D CONFECTIONARY CO. B, PROP. 1415 N. Mosley Ave. JICAL Seminary Kansas. Educational Institution. OPEN Splendid Campus mitory. to study for the miry. ORT, Principal. n. J. H. VANLEU, Director either of the above persons Prayed For: ent Body, Miss cns. The writer of any article must sign name whether or not it is to be published. Write on one side of paper. We reserve the right to reject any matter for publication. Notify us at once, when you fail to receive your paper. Official Organ of Kansas Baptist Convention and Auxiliaries. PORCH FURNITURE Now is the time to buy your Porch Swings and Porch Furniture, All our Swings are complete with chains and hooks, ready to hang. And we hang them FREE, NOTE THESE PRICES-SEE THE GOODS, 3½ foot Swing., $3,00 4 foot Oak Swing., $4,50 PORCH SUITE-- 4 ft. Swing, Chair and Rocker,..... $18,00 "REFRIGERATORS" Our Refrigerator Stock is Complete, SEE OUR LINE AND PRICES BEFORE YOU BUY, TINER & SONS' TWO STORES 1914 N. Lawrence Phone M. 4025 222-24 E. 21st Phone Mkt. 1794 AND AFTER ALL this world is far too large with an amount of Christian Work far too large to be accomplished for the Master, to admit of any religious dissentions and denominational strife. The spirit of Religious Co-operation which never has and never will imply Religious Federation ought well to engage the attention of all denominations. It must stand true that the Fathers of Old have in all evangelical churches set certain bounds and established lofty faiths which are as the gold of an early summer's morn to devotees of such faith, and must for ever stand as the enchanting goals. To blame such devotents is not within the line of common sense but to work with such devoters in a combined effort to overshade such problems of tenets and dogmas by a set program of CHRISTIAN EFFORT in which all who name JESUS as MASTER, KING and BROTHER may join is DIVINE. --- IT IS JUST LIKE PENNSYLVANIA to take the lead in tangible things for the safety of human beings, when it adopted the Dyer Anti Lynching Bill. We praise this old state, where the liberty bell cracked its voice crying out the freedom of the people of this country and now let the 14 million Negroes ring out the glory of this dear old state, that goes to the limit to make safe its people. Righteousness exalts a nation. What state will like to declare unto God, "I stand for righteousness?" WELL, THE PUBLIC HAS FOUND OUT ABOUT THE "SMART ALEX" and they want to do away with him, but they don't know the what is the quickest death; they threw around him the draw knot of slander and put the power of criticism on in full force and he went dragging the public into perdition. They decided to poison him on the truth of the needs of the day and he took all that to himself and called for more. They tried a full dose of neglect and he is now dying as hard as anything we have ever seen pass off the stage of action. Oh! How he is resisting death and crying for another chance and for help, but no help comes because he has done nothing, helped nothing, bought nothing and is about to leave nothing; so there is need of nothing being done. In the morning of a new day, we will arrange for his funeral and the next generation shall prosper. SIMS' RECORDS B. Y. P, U, Sunday School, Church and Society Records, measure up to the Modern Standard, Send your order NOW THE GOSSIPPER should be five million miles from land and ten miles under the water counting sand with a sentence forbidding him to speak to any one until every grain of sand is counted in the oceans, seas, rivers and bayous - then and not until then shall they use their tongues to kill the good names of others. 8 AND AFTER ALL, in the general summing up before the Great Master of life it may be that the greater hero will be he who battled on with a smile both for foo and friend, confident that life is a l too busy with it's mighty problems presented by this age to admit attention to the work of force, moved by minds thrilling with an egustilic sense of superiority which attest all to the average thinker is an indication of insanity of a combinative nature direct d by forces possessed of the EVIL ONE dying on his spoken word. The man who denounces and stains under the highest test of truthfulness producing absolute proof. The man who stands for the assertion of principle regardless of consequences, but had rather suffer death than attack by unfair methods; The man who laughs and demands proof before he expresses an opinion. The man who hears and THINKS demanding evidence on both sides—Such are the community builders of the world. 5 . F there was a greater report to the established counts of law on the part of individuals towards the settlement of mooted questions concerning their particular bui. q.s. moral habits, trends of life and general reputations, there would be less foul gossip and slander advanced for the purpose of affecting the future successes of men and women striving to work unselfishly to promote the race. The final remedy for the gossipper and scandal monger is the demand for absolute proof in a legally established court where JUSTICE and not petty jealousy is the governing factor. Away with the scandal monger, black mailer and attacker of every force that degrees advance in the interest of a race. Our ministers, editors, teachers, female religious workers and social factors are made too often the victims of have atacks by agents born in the malicious depth of hades and moving through the world as a continued menace to ordinary mankind. If forces are alive in a given community, that are base, vile and detrimental to the greater advance of such community, those forces are fit subjects for absolute exposure and those who dare not expose them are DOWARDS. On the other hand those who dare gossip and retreat when absolute proof is in demand, are the most dangerous agents of hell's propagands in any given community. Mrs. T. T. Fineg will give a young recital in Fort Riley, Kansas, Monday evening for the Ninth Calvary Regiment. Mrs. Alma Boone will assist her with readings. Mrs. Chas Childs of Kansas City, will accompany her. The H. T. Burilegh Music Club will not meet again until the 4th of June. Atty. Rqscoe C. Copeland of Chicago, Ill., is here visiting his brother and Sister, Mr. and Mrs. N. B. Copeland. He is Cor. Sec., of the Municipal Prospective Musical Organization. Miss Malissa Robinson is back in the city after a successful term in the Kansas Industrial Institution. Mrs. J. C. Barnett was in the office last Friday on business. Mrs. G. W. Roberts and daughter, Mrs. Mary Martin in company with Heard called in the office last Friday. Mrs. I. F. Bates transacted business at The Star Office one day of this week. Mr. Frank Jamison is numbered with those who called on business this week. We appreciate very much the ideas which brought Mears Crose and Massey to see us this week. They are in the taxi service; we are asking that our people see some of our taxi folks when taxi service is in demand. Dn. F, O. Miller was out of town some of this week. Hg is now busy bringing things to pass and making ready for the grand lodge U. B. F. & S. M. Ts., for which he is the very efficient Grand Master. Mrs. Camille Crim was an office guest of Monday, last. Rev. Wm. Hancock is helping to beautify this part of the city with the addition of a new building being erected on the corner of 14th and Mosley. Some of the people from here attended the commencement at Topeka. Rev. J. H. Van Ley is in the number. Mr. O. Lamb's place was visited by robbers on the night of the 21st and about $25.00 worth taken. One of the side windows was taken out carefully and left whole sitting on the ground. This is the 2nd visit there. This shows how very much we need a police in this section. Rev. Matt S. Jones was in the city during the week and visited the office. Mr. Elmes Kemp of Omaha, Neb. passed through the city enroute to Arkansas City, for a visit with his parents Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Kemp. Mrs. Virgine Carter of Foxrest, Ark. is visiting in the city with her brother, Mr. Percy Carter, and wife and sister Mrs. Frankie Bowell. Miss Lois Hill, who spent the week end in Topeka, stopped over Sunday, in Lawrence, and was entertained by the sgrorities; she returned home Monday. Mr. Richard Perry of Kansas City, is in the city visiting with his parents Mr. and Mrs. Richard Johnson. By the kindness of Rev. W. J. Mgcary we shook hands with Rev. F. G. Cauley, Missionary of Oklahoma, who was enroute to Kansas City. The Triangle Club, have arranged for a reception honoring the graduates to be given May 30th at the home of Mrs. Rqbt. Hill. Mrs. Hill and Mrs. W. A. Bettis were selected as chaperons. Misses Lilliam Garrett, Hiwatha Brown, Massra Jno, Jonce and James Anderson, attended a spring party at Emporia. Saturday, given by a class of the Emporia College. Dr. J. D. Barkudale of Kansas City, Editor of the Western Christian Recorder, will preach at both morning and evening services, Surday at the St. Paul A. M. E. Church. All are extended a cordial invitation to come out and hear him. The Naughtors of Isis will hold their anniversary services, Sunday afternoon, at St. Paul A. M. E. Ch. The sermon will be delivered by Rev. R. L. Rose. Miss Lois Hill a d m. Mr. Macao White of Kansas City, who accqm: panied her, attended a spring party, Saturday, at Topeka, given by the Alpha Phil Alpha of K, U., who entertained at Topeka, this year. Miss Hill also has the honor of being past president of the society. Mr. White is past president of the Alpha Kapga Alpha. Cupid brought his work to perfection last Sunday evening at 3:00 o'clock, when Mr. Bagby and Miss Sadie Cotton accepted partnership for life. They are now at their home in the 10th block on Santa Fe. We hope for them a long and happy voyage over the matrimonial sea. SIMS' RECORDS The Sunday School, H. Y. P. U. Missionary Society, Church a.n.s. Lodge stand in need of one. Order today. 1811 Wabash Avenue, Wichita, Kansas. The District Meeting for Federation of Clubs was held in Newton, last Friday. Mrs. F. O. Miller was district chairman and Mrs. George Payne of Newton was Secretary. The meeting was one of starring success. This is an organization which believes in "Doing tangible things for the betterment of Humanity." Mrs. B. Childs, State President, was present, and gave many inspirings, and encouraging remarks. Very interesting papers were read by Mrs. Lucy Edwards, Mesdames M. L. Livingston, Horace Duke, Fred Helm, M. Fines, W. L. Hutcherson of Wichita, O. J. Freeman, Miss Geradine Garnett of Newton, and Mrs. O. L. Snowden. The following officers were elected: Mrs. Payne, Vice Chairman, Mrs. W. L. Hutcherson, Secretary, Mrs. Livingston, Con. Sec., Mrs. Roberts of Wellington, Treasurer and Miss Dorothy L. Sims as pianist. All of the members are now looking forward to the State Meeting in Fort Scott next week. G, I. A. CLUB NOTES. Mrs. Opa Carter was hostess on Tuesday to the G. L. A. Club. The Quotations of the arranged program for the afternoon was current events and household hints. Life of Harriette Tubman by Mrs. W. L. Hutcherson; musical selection and needle work was also included. They enjoyed the nice lunchon served. They will meet next week with Mrs. Jnq. D. Janea. S ARE YOU AWARE? That the industrial education departments of L'Ouvesture School under Miss Harriet Harper and E. M. Barpes, will hold an industrial exhibit during the last week of school? This exhibit will be given for the purpose of inspiring and encouraging the youngsters as well as to show the parents and friends what benefits are derived from such an institution as ours. We are proud of the work that some of our boys of the industrial departments are doing. They do remarkably well considering the adverse circumstances under which some of them have to work. We find that some of our bright boys and girls get no encouragement except what the teachers give them. A nation of people that wins must encourage their youth. It is deplorable how unconcerned and negligent the Negro is about the future of his race. He seems to think that he is living only for himself, and if perchance his posterity amounts to something it will be because they themselves will win their success thru determination. That possessors of mere horse sense, will boost for his own! The saying that " it is a poor dog taht won't wag his own tail" is very true. Of course this doesn't refer to that egotistic spirit which dominates in realms where ignorance is bliss; but it does follow in a logical way an other very striking saying that "self preservation is the first law of nature." So shall the Negro spend all of his best energies toward the preservation of the other fellow and permit himself and his own to parish for want of attention? Finally, shall the Negro begin thinking for himself or continue to allow the other fellow think for him! Surprise your friends by not only talking race pride but doing rage pride! Let us have your thoughts. Are You Awake! PASTIME MUSIC SHOP. Black Swan and Paramount Records. Sheet Music and Columbia Grafanolas All Colored MAIL ORDERS FILLED PROMPTLY ESLINGER and ESLINGER Hattle Clemontin Proprietors 611 N. MAIN ST. "IT TICKLES THE PALATE" A Store of More Than A Thousand Items. Let PIGGLY WIGGLY Help You Save Your Money. CRAMER'S JANITORS' SUPPLIES Brushes, Brooms, Dusters, Metal Polish, Restoring Soap, Mopping Powder, Tile Cleaner, Disinfectants. AND— EVERYTHING TO KEEP THE BUILDING CLEAN AND SANITARY. 1015 E. DOUGLAS AVE. PHONE MKT. 1653 QUALITY FIRST PRICES RIGHT C. B. HALL, -YOU WILL- SAVE MONEY AND BE PROUD -IF YOU WILL- Equip Your Home With FURNITURE That Is The Real Value For Your Money. Don't make a mistake then regret, because you were over charge. Come See--619 E. Murdock Ave. FOR THE RIGHT PRICES AND TERMS IN FURNITURE Go To 1909 N. Lawrence We Exchange New for Your Old Furniture, Stoves and Rugs. MOORE FURNITURE CO., PHONE MARKET 2398 1909 N. LAWRENCE AVE. Kansas Sunday School & B. Y. P. U. Convention Postponed. For the kind consideration of the National Work and to give opportunity for the leaders of the State to attend the National S. S. & B. Y. P. U. Congress, the Convention is postponed until June 28. 29. This does not mean for you to relax your interest but to do more for your state work. Let every Sunday School and Union send a delgagge to the Congress that he or she may be inspired to do more work. It pays to make your leaders efficient. Do more than your duty to your state work as we want to make this the banner year Come prepared to do your best. Reduced Rates To Congress. --- Identification Certificate Needed The various railway systems have granted reduced rates of one and one-half fares for the round trip to Hot Springs, Ark., where the Sunday School and B. Y. P. U., Congress will be held June 19-24, 1923. In order to secure this reduced rate, messengers must procure IDENTIFICATION CERTIFICATES, fill them out properly and present them to the Ticket Agent at their office when he go to purchase tickets. Do not hold the Identification Certificates and bring it to the Congress expecting to get reduction back to you home; present it to your Ticket Agent and purchase the Round Trip Ticket before you leave, home. These Identification Certificates can be obtained by sending application to the Congress Publicity Bureau, 409 Gay Street, Nashville, Tean., It is essential that all messengers making application for Identification Certificates send their correct address, giving the number and name of the street on which they live. E. W. D. ISAAC, Chairman Congress Publicity Bureau, The funeral of Mrs. Martha McDonald was held from the Campbell A. M. E. Church, Saturday, at 2:30 p.m., May 19, 1923. The funeral was largely attended. Mrs. McDonald was well respected in this community. Her death was caused from heart trouble. She leaves four children, a husband two sisters and other relatives and friends in mourning. The Basket dinner and rally given by the Zion Baptist Church, Rev. Davis, pastor, was a success. The Daughters of Bethel held their annual sermon at Mt. Olive Baptist Church; the services were largely attended. What about Mr. Burt Whitney attending the Campbell Chapel A. M. E. Church so often—Every Sunday night? Please answer. The services held at Ebenezer Baptist Church, Sunday, were well attended all day. Both morning and evening sermons were preached by pastor, R.ck. W.C. Cartwright. The large congregation was not at all disappointed when pastor Cartwright arose and chose his text from Heb. 2:1-3. In the development of the sermon the pastor became eloquent, and the sermon was inspiration to all the Christian people. The Sunday School is steadily growing with Prof. W. E. Gray as Supt. The Supt, reviewed the lesson and was the cause of the pastor, Rev. W. C. Cartwright having to change his text for the evening sermon. Truly we may say, our Supt, preached, Sunday morning. The B. Y. P. U., is steadily growing with Bro. John Dysart, Pres. The A. M. E. Church, with Rev. Hicks, pastor is progressing nicely. Rev. and Mrs. Smith, pastor and wife of Mt. Olive Baptist, Chur, h, are liking Atchison better. Sees AMEN BOPR =e Se erssee eRe oe = i288