Negro Star

THE NEGRO STAR FOR THE GOOD OF THE PEOPLE State Historical Society, W. E. Bacon THE FOR THE Vol.15,No.18, NEGROES COME NORTH FOR A SQUARE DEAL. (The Lincoln News Service) "THE CAUSE OF MOST OF THE TROUBLE LIES IN THE FUNDA- MENTAL ERROR OF ATTEMPT- ING TO RUN A DEMOCRACY WITHOUT ALL OF THE PEOPLE." (From The Public Ledger—Philadelphia, Pa.) IN THE wholesale migration of Negroes from the South there is being created a condition of affairs and a social and political problem that call for the exercise of the wisest statesmanship of which the people of the United States are capable. It is a problem that vitally affects all sections of the country—the North as well as the South—for upon its solution depend not only the welfare, progress and happiness of ten millions of the race immediately involved, but the peace and good order of the large sections of the North and the economic prosperity and even the existence of large sections of the Southland. For there are accumulating evidences that the tide of migration is not skidding and that the consequences, both North and South, are assuming very serious aspects. In the North the inadequate housing facilities and the problem of assimilating the newcomers in industrial and civic affairs are questions which have hardly been touched in any responsible quarters. And in the South, while the gravity of the position in which its agriculture and industry are being left by the removal of hundreds of thousands of laboring class is fully appreciated, there is still a need for a searching inquiry into the causes for this movement, and the application of the remedies if this shifting of the Negro population is not to be permanent. A profoundly significant and impressive document that has just been addressed to the Legislature and the people of Georgia by a group of the best colored citizens of the State—clergymen, educators, lawyers, bank presidents and business men of character and standing, many of whom are well known throughout the country at large, may be taken as representing not only the "45 per cent of the State population of Georgia," as they sign themselves, but as voicing the views of the great body of the Negroes of the South; the migrants as well as those who remain. This letter is a deeply moving statement of the facts as the Negroes see them, expressed with a breadth of view, a courage and moderation and an earnestness of purpose that must command instant attention and the utmost sympathy. It sets forth, in the first place, what must be obvious to most observers—that the migration is no hasty impulse of a restless and unsettled people. Its authors keenly realize that "there is probably no more suitable place to be found in all the whole world for colored people than our own Southland" and that there is much for them to lose in abandoning the economic, social, religious and educational institutions which they have built up in the last fifty years. The bare fact that they are leaving in such great numbers their homes and life long associations for new and uncertain conditions of life reveals the gravity of the conditions which the migrants are seeking to escape. There are abundant reasons for the movement in the economic and social surroundings of the Negroes of the South. While this letter refers solely to Georgia, that State differs only in a degree from other localities which are also being decimated. Poor wages and the high cost of living, insanitary housing, the oppressive labor methods growing out of absentee landlords and the employment of overseers, totally inadequate and inequitable educational facilities, the discriminations to which Negroes are forced to submit COLORED PHYSICIANS IN VETERANS' HOSPITAL. WASHINTON, Aug. 24.—Ignoring the unreasonable protests of the white citizens of Tuskegee, Ala., General Hines, Director of Veterans' Bureau has announced that the personnel of the Tuskegee Veterans' Hospital will be entirely colored, from surgeon-in-chief down to the charwomen. This settles conclusively a controversy that has been for some time between the Southerners on one side and the administration on the other. From the outset the President has insisted, against powerful opposition set up by the Democrats of Tuskegee, that colored physicians, surgeons, dentists and nurses were logically fitted to conduct the hospital. It was at his direction that the National Negro Medical Association was consulted as to securing a colored personnel. While hearing the protests of the Alabamians, including the Governor of the State, Director Hines has stood firm that since the hospital was for the colored veterans, it would be conducted by colored physicians and other specialists. ANOTHER HERO TO THE LIST (By The Associated Negro Press.) MOBILE, ALA., Aug. 24—Mrs. John Mack, an invalid' owes her life to an unidentified Negro who rushed into her home when her outcries gave the altrm of fire last Saturday. Mrs. Mack was alone in the house when an oil stove exploded. The Negro departed after the fire was got under control, refusing to give his name. on the railroads, inequality in the enforcement of the laws, mob violence and contract-labor laws which subject the people to restrictions hardly less onerous than the days of legal slavery—these are all recited as sufficient reasons for driving the colored people to seek new homes and new field of labor. The whole truth, as these thoughtful and sincere Negroes of Georgia have had the courage to set it forth, is that a large percentage of the race have lost faith in the willingness or the intention of the whites ever to treat the colored people justly and to allow them to become a basic part of our civilization. "The cause of most of the trouble * * * lies in the fundamental error of attempting to run a democracy without all the people." It results in one-sided legislation against which the victims have no weapon of defense. These brave Georgian Negroes emphatically deny the charge, so often hurled at them, that they have ambition either for so-called social equality or for domination. They point with pride to the record of loyalty and faithfulness of their fathers through two and a half centuries of slavery to show how well they stood the test, and they declare that they only covet a fair chance to serve in the largest possible way their fellowmen. Here is an appeal that ought not to sound on deaf ears, whether North or South. We in the North have a large measure of responsibility in this matter to meet the challenge as civilized and humane people "to work out a program of justice, equality and brotherhood, which shall include both groups, black and white, each in its separate sphere, that shall guarantee to both the fullest opportunity to come into heritage of that larger and fuller life which bread alone cannot give, but which is essential to a well-rounded humanity," these Georgia Negroes plead not for themselves alone, but for the good name of America as the "land of the free and the home of the brave." WICHITA, KANSAS, FRIDAY, Aug. 24, 1923. SOUTHWEST DIST. M.B. ASSOCIATION AND AUXILIARIES MAKE NEW RECORD PROGRAM FULL AND INSPIRING, PLANS LAID FOR A GREATER FUTURE. With much zeal, we entered into the work of the Master as was shown in the opening devotion which lasted throughout the meeting. President, Mrs. Carrie Anderson gave some timely remarks asking for co-operation and the visitors brought greetings from many points, while the Presidents reviewed the work of their B. Y. P. U. at home. Dr. J. W. Hayes gave his place to Dr. J. T. Brown of Nashville, Editor of the S. S. Literature, who conducted a fine Bible Institute. Afternoon Session. This session was opened with a "Model B. Y. P. U." conducted by Bro. H. T. Sims, Wichita. The Junior Choir of Calvary furnished the music under direction of Mrs. Jewel Brown. Mrs. Carrie Anderson delivered one of the best annual addresses we have listened to this year; her program is constructive. Miss Loraine Griffin made a new name as a Christian thinker with her black-board talk on "Service." Echoes from the State and National work were given by Bro. H. T. Sims and Rev. F. K. Leath. Calvary B. Y. P. U., won the banner in the special effort drive. Evening Session. Devotions were conducted by Rev. J. E. Douglass, Wichita and Miss Pearl Renfro. Mrs. Lillian Williams read a fine paper on the distinctive place of the Junior B. Y. P. U. Mrs. A. S. E. Winston, the State Organizer and representative of National B. Y. P. U. Publishing Board, was given spree to represent her work and she did with credit. Rev. F. K. Leath rendered a solo. Rev. E. W. D. German preached sa short and pointed sermon. Vednesday Morning. The Caldwell and Wellington Messengers gave the S. S., meeting a fine start with the devotions and President, Mrs. Mate Buckner took the chair, gave some appropriate remarks. Many angles of the best in the different Sunday Schools were brought out when the teachers told what was best in their S. Schools, and many things were needed in the different schools were brought out by the different Supts. Miss Pearl Renfro rendered a lovely solo. Miss Geneva Mercomes read a master paper on "The Reesponsibility and Opportunity of the Intermediate Teacher;" (It will appear in this paper later.) Mrs. S. T. Owens proved to be master composer on the subject: "The Sunday School and the Social and Industrial Conditions." The demonstration: "My Ideal S. S." by H. T. Sims, brought much comment and Dr. J. T. Brown drew the Palestine Map, while the congregation sang the song, which was fine. Afternoon Session. After enjoying the devotions by Hoistington, and Dodge City, Capt. W. L. Hutcherson brought a great message on "Value of a Daily Vacation Bible School to Children, Workers and Church." A sweet solo made the atmosphere right for the President's Annuurl Message which was food for thought. Dr. J. W. Hayes discussed in a masterly way "The Home Department as an Asset and Opportunity." Dr. J. H. Garnett gave a wonderful address concerning his work. Evening Session. After Great Bend and Garden City, had conducted a spiritual devotion, Mrs. J. E. Douglass conducted a very entertaining literary program; much talent was demonstrated. Every one enjoyed the sermon by Dr. J. T. Brown. It was laid away in our memory with the sweetness from a solo by Mrs. Jewel Brown. (Continued next issue.) AN HONEST-TO GOODNESS DEMOCRAT. (The Lincoln News Service) Senator Oscar W. Underwood of Alabama, is the first in the field for the Democratic nomination for the presidency, doubly armed with priority and partisan temperament. He possesses singular qualifications from a Democratic point of view—a penchant for extravagance with public funds and a surfeit of hatred for the colored American. These are the prime qualifications for a Democratic candidate, and a good slogan might be, "String Up the Negroes and Expenses," because everybody would know who was running and the party he represents. Senator Underwood, it will be remembered, is the same Senator Underwood who conducted the Democratic filibuster against the Dyer Anti-Lynching Bill, and who declared from the floor of the Senate that the Democratic minority would prevent the passage of any of the important measures before that body unless the bill making lynching a crime against the Government was abandoned. If there is a rule in politics like the rules in barbershops, whereby those who are first to come are the first to be served, Mr. Underwood has availed himself of that advantage. While McAdoo, Cox, Smith, Ralston and others of the aspirants are simply flirting around within the range of the lightning, the gentleman from Alabama speaks out not "in mournful numbers" concerning his ambition and the faith that is in him. Furthermore, he attempts to use his residence in the South as an argument in favor, rather than against his nomination. Its time-honored traditions against human freedom have for eighty years rendered the selection of one of the South's sons for the presidency repugnant to the country's common sense and conception of justice. Underwood confesses judgment in this, but brazenly announces it as his belief that the period of the South's penance for its "principles" has been sufficiently long. In this the Senator is wrong in a proverbial Democratic way, but when he says that the South reflects the fundamental sentiment of the Democratic party, he struck keno and is irresistibly right. Reconstruction of the Democratic party is as remotely removed from realization now as it was in 1868,ample evidence of which is furnished by the Senator himself, when he essayed to stop all of the functions if the Government rather than to acknowledge lynching to be stamped out by Federal authority. Mr. Underwood's plea that the South should receive its reward in the Democratic nomination because of itsimon-purity in the matter of Democratic allegiance is insistent and quite tenable. Says the Senator in his announcement: "Today it is said by some that it is not expedient to have a standard bearer from the South, that it is in the interest of expediency we must go to the doubtful States of the Union to select our candidate. Must the South forever waive the right to select one of its citizens as the chief executive of the nation, or must it weaken its Democratic faith in order that it can have one of its sons as President of the United States!" Speaking as a Democrat to Democrats, the Senator surely carries force of logic. Since we are going to have a Democratic, candidate, let us have the real thing, and not a northern rubber stamp, who curries favor with the colored people in a local way and runs true to Democratic form in the national game. Let us have a man who speaks the Democratic language without stuttering; who believes that lynching, disfranchising and peonage are implements of civilization, and who puts his faith to work like Underwood did with the Dyer Bill. Let us have the wolf himself, shorn of his disguise of sheep's clothing. IS IT FOR PAY, HE BRIBES RACE? (By The Associated Negro Press) NEW ORLEANS, LA., Aug. 24. Full page advertisements are appearing in the Daily States, supposedly written by a colored man, asking the Negroes to remain in the South where they are assured of good treatment and wages and pointing out supposedly future conditions which might result if the colored man migrated to the North. These advertisements are designed to influence the Negroes to remain in the South where conditions are pitiful in the extreme, both as regards living conditions and wages, in order that the southern manufacturer and planter can obtain his services for practically nothing. The Negro is not organized in the South, and woe betides a laborer organizer, whether A. F. of L., or industrial unionism who endeavors to show the colored man wherein he can benefit himself by joining a labor union and demanding rights. "The Negro will remain in the South if the Jim-crow laws are repealed, the right to vote given and the bill of civil rights enforced. If the Negro is an asset and a necessity to the South, then he should have all the privileges of the white man," said a leader here. AS IT SEEMS NOW. (By The Associated Negro Press) ATLANTA, GA., Aug 2 "Sure gittin lak white folks," exclaimed Aunt Sarah Brown, a noted Negro character, in the bad end of Peach Street, when she was told of a Negro who held up and robbed a white man on last Saturday night. Pete Shinos was the victim and $50 in cash was the loot the bandit got away with. Shinos said the bandit was very dark and had an evil eye. The police have several dark men under suspicion, but they are each minus the "evil eye." MORE CAR DEATHS. (By The Associated Negro Press) ELKO, S. C., Aug. 24.—Milliard Creech and Walter Barbham, white, were named as the occupants of a Ford car which struck and killed an aged Negro woman named Anna Brooks last Tuesday night in this place. The men are to be charged with man-alaughter and are said to have been drunk when they struck the Brooks woman. NAMED PRISON TRUSTEE. (The Lincoln News Service) PHILADELPHIA, PA., Aug. 24. Governor Pinchot has named as a trustee of the Eastern Penitentiary Mr. Ernst T. Attwell, who was formerly business agent of Tuskegee Institute, and a member of the late Booker T. Washington's staff. This is an indication of the policy of the Governor to humanize the penal institutions of the State, as Mr. Attwell is considered to be an expert in this service. He was one of Secretary Hoover's assistants in the Food Administration during the war, and was later made director of the colored work in the Community Service, a position appointed by Governor Pinchot. PEACE TO HIS DEPARTURE. (By The Associated Negro Press) BRUNSON, S. C., Aug. 24.—Jackson Smart, one of South Carolina's wealthiest Negroes died here last week. He was buried from the Mt. Zion Baptist Church, last Tuesday afternoon. The services were attended by all of the prominent white and Negro citizens in this part of the State. A' wife and one daughter survive him. He was estimated to be worth more than $50,000. Five Cents Per Copy By The Associated Negro Press.) GOLDSBORO, N. C., Aug. 24.—The Ku Klux are now busying themselves in an effort to stop Colored passengers from using Pullmans while traveling to and from the North. Mr. and Mrs. Allen Moses, well to do and highly respected residents of the community, recently left for Washington, and New York, via Pullmans, and the "event" has created "consternation" This is regarded here as mere propaganda, for it is known that Colored passengers are constantly securing Pullman accommodations to and from all sections of the country, and under the inter-state commerce act, cannot be prevented. The Ku Klux have announced that they will give Mr. and Mrs. Moses a "warm reception" on their return. "Who's afraid?" risked one bystander when the report was heard. SLEMP-"SLUMP" (By Wm. Pickens, for A. N. P.) The appointment of Slemp of Virginia means "slump" for Negro Republicans of the South, and perhaps for the whole country, so far as the Coolidge administration is concerned. Slemp is a wealthy Southern white Republican, and if we remember rightly he is of the "Lily White" breed. The "Lily Whites" of the Republican Party are as anxious to get rid of the power of influence of the Negro vote, as the Democrats are. Because of Slemp's hostility to their interests, the colored Republicans of Virginia were planning his sure defeat in the last election, and he declined the nomination to save himself that humiliation. And now Mr. Coolidge has appointed this man as Secretary to the President, so that all communications from those very Negroes directed to the President of the United States, will have to pass through Slemp's hands first and most of them will never get thorough. The President's Secretary has his hands on more of the President's business than any other except the President, and may get his hands on a lot of it that will not even be permitted to come to the President's attention. Under the circumstances, what will happen to appeals for an anti-lynching bill? What will happen to efforts to get that Tuskegee Hospital situation before Coolidge? The writer of these editorials has said that we must not go too fast in a judgment of Coolidge—such a gait as seeing "the hand of Providence," and all like that, in his accidental rise to the presidency. We said "wait," well, we did not have to wait long, before getting one clear indication of the direction of the Coolidge wind. It is pointing clearly towards renomination at any price. Coolidge, of course, could never get electoral votes from the South, but he can get "rotten-borough" convention votes from that section. There is no use in pretending; this is a bad appointment, so far as the rights of the American Negro under the Codridge administration are concerned. We shall see,—we shall see. But we do not need to wist to see the very last before we realize.—This is a bad start. All may be well that ends well.—But the end is always involved in the beginning, as evolution goes in this world. Now is the time for us to remember that advice which a few seasons ago was given to us by this some Mr. Coolidge in Atlanta, Georgia: "Colored people, do not expect too much." Slepp—Slump! READ THE NEGRO STAR $1.50 PER YEAR. St. Mary Baptist Notes. Rev. J. E. Douglas, Pastor. We did not report for St. Mary on Aug. 12, for the reason, that all of the reporters were away attending the Association; but wish to say we had great services on the 12th. Our pastor preached two good sermons; received four persons to our membership. Sunday School and B. Y. P. U., both were interesting. Our last Sunday's services were good. Sunday School was fine. The reports made by the messengers—Mas Olga Crare, Edith Deemer, Mrs. Johnson, Mrs. Neabitt and Supt. Wilson, were pleasing. At 11 a. m., Rev. J. W. Johnson preached us a very logical sermon from the text "Stand still and see the Salvation of the Lord." The B. Y. P. U. Session was good; the reports made by Misses Elsie Williams, Leo Crane and the pastor were of a great session. We were pleased to have with us Prof. Freeman of Topeka, Mrs. Mae Luckner, President of the District S. S. Convention of the S. W., and Rev. M. M. Jones, District Missionary in the service. We had several other visitors whose names we did not get; who were equally welcome. At 8:30 p. m., our pastor, preached a great sermon from Gen. 15:8; subject: "The Evils of Great S.r.e." After the sermon Judge Helm, representing the interest of the N. A. C. P., delivered a nice address. Mr. Humphrey E. Lewis, bm. Burks and Jas. Douglass, ar., were appointed by the pastor to make the drive for new members. Also, preman made a strong appeal for the Kansas Industrial Institute up at Topeka. Then Mrs. Winston, one of the workers of the Nat., B. Y. P. U. Congress, sang us a song which was enjoyed by all. Our minister was elected Treasurer of the S. W. District Association; Mrs Douglass, Corresponding Secretary of the Women's Convention of the S. W. District. Come out to our church entertainment Friday night Aug. 25th under beautiful out-door lights. Miss Fraer, Miss. Clemons, Miss. Young, Mrs. McNair, Mrs. Humphrey, compose the committee. Don't forget our prayer meeting Wednesday night; come worship with us we will do you good. (Mrs.) Ora Nesbitt, Reporter. St. Matthews C. M. E. Corner of 11th and Mosley. Rav. H. H. Edmond. Pastor. At 9:45 Sunday School opened with Supt. Mr. J. B. Brown, and teachers present; many enthusiastic pupils were in their places for study. Much interest was put into the lesson by both the aged and younger ones. A great subject for discussion: "Stephen, the Martyr." I am sure each one present was impressed by the heroic story of Stephen, as an example of fidelity and truth. A great review by the pastor. Services were very good throughout the day. The sermon was well prepared and delivered with power; reading Mal. 4: Matt. 7:12; text: Extremity of evil is God's Opportunity." We were glad to have one come for membership with us in the Cause. Night services were good. Our pastor always delivers the goods. Services for the week as usual. Miss. E. P. Taylor and children have returned from Iola, Kansas. Pro. Hood is much improved of his recent illness, glad to report. There will be a contest rally between the class leaders; let each member see that his leader wins. Clay Center News. The church is at a stand-still. S. S. and Union are fairly good. Several visitors were present and a lively time was passed. Mr. Richard Wilson of Omaha, Neb. spent n few days with his aunt, Mrs. Faulkner. Mrs. Bertha Dixon of Omaha, returned home after spending 3 months with her daughter, Mrs. Faulkner. Mrs. La Bell Wiggins Smith of St. Louis, is the house guest of Mrs. Faulkner. Mr. Sum Dixon left for St. Joe, Mo. last week. Mrs. Boydstrom was called to Lincoln, Neb., last week on account of the illness of her daughter, Mrs. O. Banion. Mrs. C. Baker went to Manhattan, and while there attended the Association. Rev. Harry Wilson of Manhattan, preached at the church last Wednesday night. Mrs. Abby Jones is still on the sick list. Mrs. Palmey (Gtines) is also very sick. A STRAIT-TEX TRADE-MARK HAS ENJOYED SUCH UNEXPECTED SUCCESS IN THE PAST YEAR THAT WE HAVE DECIDED TO ADD A FEW MOREBEAUTIFYINGPREPARATIONS TO OUR LIMITED BUT EFFECTIVE LINE The following is our complete list Strait-Tex Hair Refining Tonic $1.00 Refines kinky, frizzy, coarse hair to medium; medium hair to good. Strait-Tex Hair Grower 25c Not only promotes growth of the hair, but makes it soft, pliable and luxurious. An excellent pressing oil. Gloss-Tex Brilliantine 80c Makes the hair soft and glossy and keeps it in good condition without leaving it oily or gummy. Strait-Tex Herbs 81c Is a vegetable preparation that actu- ally straightens and restores the original color to gray or faded hair. Color permanent—positively will not rub off, no matter how often the hair is filmed. Three shades: Black- Brown and Chestnut Brown. Kokomo Shampoo 40c Is made from pure coconut oil; cleans the scalp and roots of the hair in a natural, healthy manner. Bronze Beauty Vanishing Cream 50c per jar 6 Is a soothing, greeeless vanishing face cream that will not grow hair. Bronze Beauty Lemon Cream 50c per jar Is nourishing, softening and stimu lating to the skin; is filled with a triple strength of oil of lemon—making it a mild, bleaching cream. Bronze Beauty Face Powders 50c per jar Are suited to all complexions. Can be successfully used on dry or oily skins. The shaded High Brown and Bronze Glow are favorites. Mollyglover $1.99 per jar Is a special hair straightener for men positively guaranteed to straighten the most stubborn hair in from 10 to 20 minutes without the use of hot irons. Will not injure the scalp or turn the hair red. AGENTS WANTED EVERYWIERE Strait-Tex Chemical Company 600 FIFTH AVENUE PITTSBURGH, PA., U. S.A. Mrs. Francis Lyttle was ill last week but is improved this week. A number of visitors were in town the past week from Junction City, Manhattan, and Washington. Mr. E. Faulkner and wife, Mrs. Sibley and daughter, Grace, and Miss Smith of Omaha, Neb., motored down last week with his mother, Mrs. I. M. Faulkner. Mrs. Bell Davey entertained last week in honor of Mr. E. Faulkner and wife, Mrs Sibley and daughter, Grace, and Maud Smith of Omaha, Neb., and Mrs. La Bell Wiggins Smith of St. Louis, Mo. Mrs. Lola Hickman of Manhattan, was the house guest of Rev. and Mrs. Lytle last week. Mr. Charlie Holton of Junction City, was in the city a few days visiting old friends and called at the reporter's home. One of Clay's young ladies (Geraldine Boydstrong) was united in wedlock to Mr. Abbott of Topeka, recently. Success. Mr. and Mrs. R. F. Taylor and family of Coffeyville, are visiting their daughter, Mrs. Nina Lawton. Don't forget to eat at the Baker's Parlor when in town—6th and McBratney. News solicited. Cherryvale News Items. Sunday was a reel summer day but very dull at Bethlehem Baptist Ch. as Rev. King isn't with them any more. The Sunday School and B. Y. P. U. are still working, onward and upward. The Missionary Ladies are doing great work sewing. Their President, Mrs. Clara Daniels is a very business woman and her members all seem to love her. Mr. Ira Knox of Arkansas City, was in our city Sunday, visiting friends. Rev. J. S. King left Monday afternoon for Wregoner, Okla., to attend the St. Paul Association. Mr. and Mrs. Bray were in our city Sunday visiting Rev. and Mrs. King on West Srd St. Dr. J. H. Dixon of Chanute, was here on business Saturday night and also to see his mother-in-law, Mrs T. G. Ratchiff. Mrs. Henry Hudson of Shawnee, Oklahoma, is visiting her sister, Mrs. COURT HOUSE PHARMACY REGISTERED PHARMACY IN CHARGE FILLING PRESCRIPTION A SPECIALTY Cold Drinks, Ice Cream, Beat Brands of Tobacco, Gums and Drug surdines. We have a tub line of LOURNEY VIVANTE CREATIONS of Eau de Toilette, Tale Cream, Face Poudre, Compacte Poudre and Rouge. We are giving Coupons, which will entitle you to $1.25 Bottle of Lourney Vivante Partner absolutely Free. All our Toilet Articles are First Class. Don't forget your Coupon. -A Colored Insurance for Colored People.— -Pays Sick, Accident and Death Benefits— B. W. CRAWFORD, Sec No 110 West Elm St. Phone M 501 T CALL M. 6633 SEXTON CLEANER 515 N. MAIN THE SU MUTUAL I ASSOCI —A Colored Insurance —Paya Sick, Accident B. No 110 West Elm St. Bertha Knox of 500 W. 3rd St. Miss Marcella Greene who has been visiting her brother of Parson, returned Tuesday morning. Rev. and Mrs. King entertained the following Sunday evening: Mr. and Mrs. Bray, Coffeyville, Messrs Wm. Bryant, S. Metcalf, Fredonia, and Mrs. Bessie Smith, and Mrs. Jan'e Midoleton and children. All reported a swell affair; a two course luchecon was served. Mr. Louis Smith who has been ill for a few days, is feeling much better. Misses Roberta and Marie Clay were Independence visitors, Sunday. Get a quick lunch at the Landis' Cafe. See Daniel Greene for your hair cuts. Mr. Pearl Tipton, the great house mover, is doing some guaranteed work here, moving houses; he never breaks a board nor plaster. We have some great men if we only knew it. Rev. Greene of Kansas City, Mo., is here for a few days, we hope to hear him preach. Electric Washer $10.00 Down Balance Easy. NATIONAL VARIUM MASTER LEE LEWIS' GOOD FURNITURE 232 N. MAIN 236 The National Baptist Convention, L. K. Williams, D. D., President, created a Board of Promotion through which it is planning to raise by December 5, 1923, $100,000. Of this amount, $50,000 will go to free the Convention of debt and aid the work of all the Boards. The other $50,000 will go to insure the building of our Publishing House, Cedar Street and Fourth Avenue, Nashville, Tennessee. One dollar from every Baptist in all of the churches is our blegan. All plaques are to be sold as follows. One-third on the Fifth Sunday, July 9, 1923 our "ALL, TOGETHER DAY" one-third at the National Pan- tist Convention meeting September 5, 1923; one-third on our "LAST CALL, DAY" for the $100,000 Drive, December 5, 1923. Fill out the above card, cut it out and send 10 Dr. Jordan at once. You can't go around playing the Role of succe Dressed Up in the Costume of A Failure. So if your Clothes are not becoming to you, you had better be coming to us Suits made to order from $18 TO $60. TAILORING CO. AND DYER, WICHITA, KANSAS NFLOWER INSURANCE ATION. for Colored People.— and Death Benefits— W. CRAWFORD, Sec Phone M 5014 DOES AGE COUNT IN LOVE? IT DOESNT IN MATRIMONY. SHIREVEPORT, LA., Aug. 24. "Tree times aint too much to get mehrid," said Wilson Edwards, a one hundred year old Negro, when he applied for a marriage license to wed a 40 year old widow last Friday morning. The couple were joined in the holy bonds of matrimony later in the day, and appeared very happy under the unusual circumstances. Wilson declared he was likely to live long enough to get married for the 4th time. The blushing bride had little to say but looked rather skeptical at her hopeful mate. Herrington. News. Sunday was a very warm day. Our pastor, Rev. W. B. Gary was with us for the evening services and preached a wonderful sermon from John 16:1. Mr. S. E. Sheppard is improving from his injuries received at the Rock Island Shops a week ago; his sister, Miss Vera Sheppard of Salina is with him now. Mrs. Robert Black of Okomulgee, Okla., has come to join her husband who works in the Rock Island Shops. A DRIVE The National Baptist Board of Promotion tha $100,000. Of this amount, $1 work of all the Boards Publishing House, Cedz; Ore dollar from every B Make all money order BOARD OF P C ASK FOR SNYD ICE "Its B WE DELIVER ORD New Potatoes Pork and Beans ..... 10 Tomato Soup ..... 10 Coffee, lb..... 30 to 50 L. Post Toasties, 2 for 25 Onlons, 2 lbs ..... 15 Lard, 2 lbs E. E. YDER CE CR s Better R ORDERSOF S tatoes 10°C Beef Steak 10°C Bacon 30 to 50°C Beef Roast for 25°C 2 lb can C 15°C Hamburger lbs - - - ASK FOR SNYDER'S ICE CREAM "Its Better." WE DELIVER ORDERS OF $2 OR OVER E. E. FENT 220 E. 21st Street SPEAK TO YOU ABO VE, A BIG DRIVE, A RELATED First Convention, L. K. Williams, D. which it is planning to rai 50,000 will go to free the Conven- The other $50,000 will go to f Street and Fourth Avenue, Nash- baptist in all of the churches is our and checks payable to A. J. Stol PROMOTION, 409 Gay Street, Nash- L. G. Jordan, Director General. CHURCH PLEDGE Baptist Church of to the Drive. Rev. St. DO YOUR MEMBER ABOUT THE RELATED DRIVE! Williams, D. D., President, going to raise by December who Convention of d.bt an- d will go to insure the build- ance, Nashville, Tennessee, now is our blegan. A. J. Stokes, Treasurer, Direct, Nashville, Tennessee, General. ARCH OF State SPEAK TO YOUR MERCHANT ABOUT THIS PAPER. A DRIVE, A BIG DRIVE, A RELATED DRIVE! INDIVIDUAL PLEDGE. to the Drive. Signed City to be told as follows: One-third on "ALL TOGETHER DAY" one-third on meeting September 5, 1923; one-third on one Drive, December 6, 1923. hard, cut it out and send to D ized State one-third on the Fifth Saturday one-third at the National Pan- one-third on our "LAST CALL" send tO Dr. Jordan at EAST END -BARBER SHOP- Clean and Sanitary Shaving. Hair-cutting. Electric Massaging MAIL ORDER Merchant Tailor. Suits, $18.50 to $75 Pants, $7.50 to $25 Ladies' Garments Made to measure from heavy goods. All high class workmanship or money refunded. DER'S E CREAM Better." ORDERS OF $2 OR OVER es 37c Pk 10C Beef Steak.....18C 10C Bacon.....25C 50C Beef Roast.....16C 25C 2 lb can Corn Beef.....35C 15C Hamburger.....10C 25C OUR MERCHANT OUT THIS PAPER. D DRIVKI D. D., President, created a raise by December 5, 1923. Phone D 160. HOUSE WIRING. FIXTURES. LAMPS. (Continuel from last issue.) 20TH ANNUAL SES SION, SMOKY HILL RIVER DIST ASSOCIATION & AUXILIARIES A SUCCESS Men of State and National Fame were Present, Rendered Valuable Service. Thursday Morning-W. H. & F. M. W. Thursday Morning-W. H. & F. M. W. In the Ministers and Deacons' meeting which was holding great meetings every morning and discussing important subjects, who especially honored with a talk by Dr. W. B. M. Scott on the subject: "Relation of Ministers and Deacons to the Church." The Vice President, Mrs. Carrie Davidson in her remarks so sweetly asked for order and support and love in her meeting and had telegram read from Mrs. M. D. Jones, the preident who is now in New York. We enjoyed the solo by Mrs. Grace Sayers:—"Have Thine Own Way." With Revs. Watson, and Stewart acting as alternate, Rev. L. D Stevens, Jola, preached a strong sermon on "Sanctification." Thursday Afternoon. At the morning, Rev. J. R. Richardson conducted a soul developing devotional, filled with many practical thoughts. Mrs. G. T. Rainey, one of the most talented women of the district read the President's Message, which showed her heart was in the work of her district and it was a hard job to keep them from electing her by acclamation. Mrs. J. B. Devine entertained with a solo that was pleasing. Thirteen minute talk gave the condition of the district. Many visitors were introduced and Dr. W. H. Young of Topeka, was chosen as spokesman for the others and he inspired us in his thoughtful message from the Kaw Valley District of which he is President. As the Mayor could not be present, Rev. Reed of the Presbyterian Church, extended the welcome, which was whole-hearted and Atty. W. L. Sayers accepted it in his response in the same spirit and gave the desire of the Negro to be worthy citizens. The duet by Bros. Clark and Marshall, was winning in harmony. Dr. W. B. M. Scott discussed Mission in a most profound way. The fervent devotion by Dr. J. R. Richardson made the spiritual atmosphere right for a great sermon by Dev. C. M. Watson of Emporia. Friday Morning. After the devotions, The Moderator's Annual Address was delivered and it was in a class by itself; Rev. G. T. Raimey, makes facts and figures count. He raised $75.50, expenses $30.70, brought in 644.80; this was shown on the blackboard. Rev. L. L. Stewrist preached a strong sermon, showing much signs of improvement since he has been attending the Central Baptist Theological Seminary. Friday Afternoon. Rev. J. R. Richardson gave the meeting the spiritual start in the devotion. After much business the hour arrived for the Memorial Service of our President Harding, Dr. J. H. Garnett took charge; after a servent prayer by Rev. Richardson, several touching solos were sung by Rev. J. E. Jeltz, the sweet Gospel singer, who had served so faithfully throughout the meeting. The picture was the hand work of Johnny Layton, Clay Center, Kansas, a masterpiece, a young man of nature's superfine talent. A Lay Sermon was delivered by Bro. H. T. Sims of Wichita. Friday Night After devotions, the Welcome Address by Miss L. V. Harris, reviewed in our minds what we were receiving. Response by Bro. C. O. Marshall. Much effort was put into the sermon by Rev. S. A. Williams, Salina. Saturday Morning. The devotions by Rev. Richardson and the Conference by Rev. J. H. Van Leu were spiritually edifying. Sermon by Dr. J. H. Garnett Topeka. Sunday Sunday by District President and officers; devotionals by Rev. Ann E. Harrison. Sermon by Rev. J. R. Richardson; General Mass Meeting conducted by Rev. G. T. Raimcy; B. Y. P. U., by new President and the closing sermon by Dr. J. II . Garnett marked the closing of the greatest session in the history of the organization. We shall never forget the good people of Manhattan, and the great pastor and his esteemed wife who were right up to the mark in caring for the messengers. Leavenworth Kansas By Ernest F. Jones Services at Sunflower Baptist Ch. were usual, very good, Aug. 19th. Dr. M. J. Steward of Illinois, a National worker, Bible School Instructor and preacher of the Gospel, preached the morning sermon; Rev. Hicks of Omaha, Nebraska, preached a stirring sermon at night. Attendance and financial contribution were very good. A star getting the delegates ready to attend the Northeastern District Association which went into reasion Aug 21st at Atchison, marked the day. Club No.1 of Sunflower Baptist Ch. entertained Monday night with a musical program; Mrs. C. L. Roe featuring with her singing; program con- risted wholly with piano, violin, vocal, solos, and readings. Big attending c. A party of young people entertained Sandry afternoon in honor of Miss Mae Suggs of Cenway, Arkansas, the niece of Mrs. J. A. Barnes, and Mrs. C. L. Roe of Hugo, Oklahoma, sister of Mrs. Barnes, with a motor car sightseeing party over the principal parts of the city: The old Soldiers' Home, Fort Leavworth, and the Federal Prison. Those going were Miss Willie Mae Suggs, Mrs. C. L. Roe, Rev. and Mrs. Barnes, Ernest F. Jones in the Cole '8,' Mr. Wm. Holmes, driver, who won the distinction from the ladies as being a very careful driver; the Oldsmobile '4' driven by Mrs. Wm. Hayden carried Misses Dorothy January, Laura Johnson, Myrtle Hayden, Messers Walter Freeman and Lawrence Hayden. After making the trip they entered the home of Mr. and Mrs. Louis Hayden, led into the house by Mr. Wm. Wilson, house and table man, where a palatable repast awaited them—sandwiches, cherry jelly, ice cream and cake. From the dining room to the parlor where the remainder of the evening was spent in music and conversation. The out-of-town guests were very much elated over the surprise party and enjoyed the evening wonderfully. The party broke up to attend the B. Y. P. U., at the respective churches. Mr. Harry Pelton and wife of Kansas City, Mo., were visiting relatives in the city Sunday, Aug. 19th. Mrs. Roe left Tuesday morning for her home in Hugo, Okla, after having spent a week with her sister, here. Mrs. Roe has spent a month in the North, having visited the 'Windy City' and seems very much impressed with the North and especially the city of Leavenworth. Come again Mrs. Roe. Miss Arminta Hayden has returned from a two weeks' visit with her aunt in Ottawa. She reports a very pleasant trip. MEMORIAL SERVICE (By The Associated Negro Press) NEW ORLEANS, LA. Aug. 24.—Simple Memorial services as a tribute to the late President Harding were held here at the Old Baptist Church, Rev. James A. Bigaman, the pastor, presiding. Rev. J. Gordon McPherson, known as "Black Billy Sunday," made the principal address. The pulpit bore the American Flag, and a portrait of the late President occupied a prominent place near the alttr. CARD OF THANKS. We desire to thank the many friends, our kind neighbors and for the beautiful floral offerings, and to all who assisted, and for the expressions of sympathy shown us in the sad bereavement and loss of our little daughter. Ys. and Mrs. Jno. D. Jones. WICHITA'S BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL INDEX SILKS! SILKS! SILKS! Marked At The Less Expensive Prices THOS. J. RING SILK CO.' 215 EAST DOUGLAS. Stop walling the weary blues. Hang the banjo on the wall and let's start something. Send stamps for particulars. FRED C. HELM Attorney-At-Law Practices in all Courts. Notary Public in Office. Office 615 N. Main St. 'Phone M. 3462 Wichita — — Kansas Res. 601N. Water St. Phone Mkt 1665 James A. Spears, APIONNY-At-LAW OFFICE 515 North Main St. Pierres M.1244 M. 1999 Notary Public in Office. WICHTA . . . KANSAS. NOTICE! To the Patrons of the Van Lee 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 A. P. Brickell - HARDWARE - Garden Tools, Rubber Hose. Wire Screens for Poultry and Stock. We carry a complete stock of ev erything in our line. Call and look over our stock and get prices. A. P. BRICKELL. 213 E. 21st St. Phone M. 140 SHOP Black Swan and Paramount Records. Sheet Music and Columbia Grafano'as All Colored MAIL ORDERS FILLED PROMPTLY ESLINGER and ESLINGER Hattie Clemontin Proprietors SILKS! S SILK Madam Effie Grissard EGYPTIAN HAIR SPECIALIST treatments DANDRUFF, FALLING HAIR ITCHING SCALE, EITER. Try My Oils. Growing Oil 50c. Pressing Oil 60 guarantee every treatment and the oils as well. Give me 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 Fresh Garden Vegetables of All Kinds delivered at your door. M. LIVINGSTON 1755 Ohio Ave NORTH END MEAT MARKET 1913 North Lawrence Market 1479 Good Boiling Meat..... 6c Round and Loin Steak..... 25c Good Roast Meat..... 10 & 12½c Hamburger..... 10c Home Made Lard, 2 pounds . 25c Home Made Sausage 15c or 2 pounds..... 25c MURDOCK ELECTRICAL CO. 739 N. Main Phone D. 970 ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION. JOIN THE MOVIE CLUB. WHERE is the Colored Motion Picture Aspirant who has not wanted to know about the Colored Movie World St. Louis, The Colored Hollywood Learn the salaries paid, be posted in every activity in Colored Film Land Membership Card Sent on Receipt of 1.02-Address: FASHODA INST You just naturally think It has been made and sold in Wichita for over 20 years. THE WICHITA CREAMERY COMPANY. REDDICK ELECTRIC SHOE SHOP Men and Womens'. Shoes repaired while you wait. Brushes, Brooms, Dusters, Metal Polish, Restoring Soap, Mopping Powder, Tile Cleaner, Disinfectants. AND— EVERYTHING TO KEEP THE BUILDING CLEAN AND SANITARY. 304 N. ST. FRANCIS PHONE MKT. 1653 POINSETTA 100% PURE ICE CREAM Good As the Best and Better than the Most POINSETTA BAKERY AND CONFECTIONARY CO. Phone M. 6620 OSCAR LAMB, PROP. 1415 N. Mosley Ave. Baptist Theological Seminary. Topeka, Kansas 4djoining Kansas Industrial Educational Institution. NOW OPEN With Efficient Teachers. Splendid Campus Fine Dormitory. Students wanted who desire to study for the ministry. GEO. R. BRIDEFORT, Principal. J. H. GARNEIT, 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, Missons. Faculty, Friends for Institute. New Building, One Hundred acres of land. J. H. VANLEU. Gen. Missionary Where Business is Known and Transacted. A Full Line of DRUGS, DRUG SUNDRIES. GROCERIES AND NOTIONS 517 North Main Street, Wichita, Kansas. SPEAK TO YOUR MERCHANT ABOUT THIS PAPER. DELIVERED POINSETTAL 'Phone M. 6620 Baptist + djoining K With Efficiency Students want J. H. GARN Address all con T Summer Faculty, Where Business DRUGS, DRUG 517 North M When you think of BUTTER You just naturally think PEERLESS has been made and sold Wichita for over 20 years THE WICHITA CREAMER COMPANY. DICK ELECTRIC SHOE SHOP AND NOTION STORE and Womens'. Shoes rep while you wait. Men's half soles Leather $1.00 Men's half soles Panco $1.10 Ladies' half soles 75c Rubber Heels 40c per Pair and L. M. leather used and all work guar reddick. 607 E. 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The writer of any article must published. Write on one side of pa- ny matter for publication.—Notify your paper. Official Organ of Convention and 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. ALL fools must be killed by his folly or the world will never rightly estimate what a nuisance he was. It is time you were deciding whether you will be present when the gavel sounds in the National Convention, in Los Angeles, Cal., Sept. 5-10, 1923, send your names to the leaders of the transportation for your section so they will know how to prepare in order that you might get the best accommodation. WHEN we see mobs and organizations taking the reins of the government in hands, we wonder how far are we from the primitive stage, and if we are not headed toward the savage stage again. History has written a bloody record that proved that force was not the safest rules for governing human beings and history proved that when men's hearts and minds were regarded as the stand ard that lives were safe and civilization marched on. We know that old Adamic nature is there and like Cain, without God we will kill our brother and rob God, but with the Son of Righteousness at His meridian height we can't see how a Christian Government could turn the reins that have brought it safe thus far to a blind and perverted generation, who never have reached the top nor couldn't if the chance was given them. It is the middle class that is causing all the trouble in each race or nation; and, if the cream of any race or nation sit silent until they are well organized you will reap your finish, because they will kill the high and crush the Iqw. It is best for the leaders of this nation to watch the signs of tee times and act before too late. LOCALS Rev. Matt S. Jones of Friend, Kana., District Missionary of the Southwest District Missionary Association, spent a few days in the city and carried out services at New Hope Baptist church all day Sunday. Prof. - Freeman of Topeka, Kans., was in the office this week on business pertaining to the Topeka school. He wishes to see all parents who are interested in the school. Mrs. M. L. Murdock of 1309 Wabash Ave., was a very pleasant business caller of last week and report her trip West very agreeable. Mr. Robt. Merrill, who spent about a month here with his sister, Mrs. S. L. Jones and family, left for home, Chicago, on the 19th. Mrs Toliver of Coffeyville, who was here visiting her brother, Rev. J. F. Green, 1327 Ohio Ave., returned home Tuesday. Mrs. Clifford Johnson, 2302 Rosenthal, was in the office Tuesday afternoon on business. Mrs. Nash and her niece, Miss Otta Nash of Clinton, Mo., are here the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Eddie Thomas. Miss Nash is a teacher. Rev. J. L. Williams and Mr. H. C. Allen passed through the city enroute to Oklahoma City, Langston, Acacia, then Colorado, where he will take his son on a pleasure trip, who is planning to be a doctor. Mr. and Mrs. H. J. Brooks have purchased a home and now live at 935 N. Water St. It is one of the most convenient homes in the city. Miss Gladys Williams, the daughter of Rev. C. A. Williams, formerly a pastor of the St. Paul A. M. E. Church, is visiting in the city from St. Louis. Mr. R. G. Williams left Saturday for Detroit, Mich., where he will reside. Mrs. Irene Holland, 205 Roosevelt Ave., is visiting friends and relatives in parts of Texas. O. C. COTTRELL Watchmaker and Jeweler 202 E. 21st St. WICHITA, KANSAS ```markdown ``` 10 TELEPHONE MARKET $13C ON FRIDAY AT WICHITA, KANSAS, GIMS, Editor and Publisher NATIONAL NEGRO PRESS ASSOCIATION Assistant Editor Assistant Editor Assistant Editor Enter St., 'Phone M. 1665 Local Editress APTION RATES: $1.50 .90 .50 .20 For June 12th 1919, at the Post Office at March 8, 1879. Not sign name whether or not it is to be paper. We reserve the right to reject us at once, when you fail to receive Of Kansas Baptist and Auxiliaries. IT is a pleasing fact that Mr. and Mrs. Isaac Duke, 1203 N. Washington, will soon have oil money rolling in, but we think it is a sad fact, that Mrs. Duke thinks it is a most pleasing thing to pay the expenses of a poor white woman all over this world that she might be able to see more of it, when there are so many women of her race who would be more her equal in association and more valuable in the imparting of knowledge that a white woman could or would do, until we have wondered, who could have put such a wild notion in her head. She has not stopped to think that she is paying to establish the fact that many white Americans want the world to believe, that is: It matters not how rich or how much you may know, you are still less or a servant of the lowest of the white race. Go with us if you please to the art shops and toy store and see every Negro Doll or picture with some mark of distinction as a servant, viz: head rag, apron, dust cap, etc.—these picture may be beauty in color and physic, still a servant. Another thing Mrs. Duke has not thought and that is: As well as the American white man love money, it is a mighty few places on this side of the globe that money wont make the way. He find some way, to admit you if you will pay the price; then we doubt seriously whether it will cost as much as paying the way of a person. Then we know the southern white man well enough to know that he is lazy enough to do anything to keep from working; and, if it is known that a wealthy woman, holding oil lands, will be his guest and he can make some easy money, he will make the way. Now, down to brass tacks, your race needs you and all the experience, wealth and knowledge that God has given you power to use, and we beg you to think kindly of everyone but remember the struggles of your own people first or at least equal. Mrs. Mollie Fowkes, 1103 E. 15th St., after spending four weeks in Atlanta, Mich., visiting her brother, Mr. Henry Dickson, returned home last Friday. She also visited in Canada, and reports quite an enjoyable trip. Mrs. Noland and family are glad to have her mother here to spend a while with them from Oklahoma City, Okla. Mrs. H. P. Hurt was in the office Saturday afternoon. We are always glad to have her Such jolly company. Mrs. Grover Franklin is planning to leave for Denver, Colo., in a few days. Mr. E. E. Walton and Miss Carrie L. Miles Murphy were married at Mother Elliott's, 618 N. Water St., at 10.15 a. m. Monday. We hope for them a long and happy life. Col. C. P Edwards is elated over the arrival of his niece, Miss Maggie Shanks of Chicago, Ill., who is a trained nurse. It has been 23 years since he has seen her. Mrs. Mattle Young left Tuesday on a visit to Chicago. Mr. Joe Johnson who has been ill for several days is able to be out again. The St. Paul A. M. E. choir and pastor, Rev. R. L. Pope, and a number of others motored to Newton, Sunday afternoon and assisted in a rally at the A. M. E. Church there. Prof. R. G. Jackson and concert company of jubiles singers from Western University made a stop over in the city Wednesday. Mrs. W. G. Curtis is enjoying a visit from her mother, Mrs. Jennie Bell, her sister, Mrs E. Patterson, and little daughter, Louise, and nieces, Dora, Elith and Mary Jane Bell from Abilene. Miss Maud Rhodes of Tulsa, Okla., who has been attending Summer Normal, stopped over for a few days with her sister, Mrs. Frank Evans, 913 Ohio Ave. Mrs. Looney and daughter, Miss Martha Penn, are spending their vacation in Springfield, Mo. Miss Parish has been somewhat disposed for the past week. Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Stewart are in the city for a while. They are from Wotongo, Okla. and are the parents of Mrs. H. P. Hurt. THE swellest affair of the season P was a unique picnic yesterday in Linwood Park—News of which and by whom will appear in next issue. Mr. H. H. Buckner of Pratt, arrived in the city yesterday evening to accompany his wife, Mrs. Mae Buckner who has been the guest of Mrs. Jewel Brown and her sister, Mrs. Jesse Dickerson. Mesdames Mae Buckner, Jessie Dickerson, Jewel Brown, Miss Carrie Burney were the guests of Mrs. L. C. McCullough, 931 N. Water St., to a swell 1:00 o'clock luncheon. N. H. R. CLUB MENTS. N. H. B. Club met on Wednesday August 22nd at the home of the President, Miss Priscilla Williams, 1011 E. 13th St. Business was discussed for the future of the meeting. The next meeting will be held on Thursday afternoon, Aug. 30th at the home of the president. Members are urged to be present. Officers:—Miss Priscilla Williams, Pres., Miss Nellie Newton, Vice Pres., Miss Flora Jackson, Sec., Miss Mary Robinson, Treas. Mrs. Thos. Fines, instructor. The Senior Boys were the honored guests of the Senior Girls of Calvary B. Y. P. U., at the home of Mr. and Mrs. R. T. Smith, 2232 Armstrong, on last evening. The success of the entertainment was hinged on the untiring efforts of Miss Mary Robinson who had one of the swellest baskets of fried chicken and dainties it has been our to witness; together with the salads, eggs, cake, etc. Present, were Messrs Orville Jones, Wendell Van Leu, Ralph Baker, Clinton Ridens, Spurgeon Stamps, Robt. Crawford, Peter Crawford, Rev. Burks; Misses Mildred Stewart, Beatrice Smith, Mary Robinson, Mrs. Jewel Brown, Pres. H. T. Sims, teacher. The boys furnished the water melons and Mrs. Smith the lemonade; Mr. Orville Jones and Mr. Robt. Crawford with their swell cars made riding good. In fact, it was a treat to be with that jolly bunch of young folks. ALL PAY HOMAGE. (By The Associated Negro Press) (By The Associated Negro Press) BLOOMFIELD, N. J., Aug. 24. Three burning crosses, supposedly erected and fired by the Ku Klux in this place, Arlington and Kearney, N. J., are symbolic memorials to President Harding, were torn down early by the police. The cross which attracted the townsfolk of Bloomfield, was set up on a knoll near East Pacific Avenue. The fiery torch in shreve of the cross threw its glare for miles around and was seen clearly by residents of Belleville, Bloomfield, and Nutley. Inhabitants who had been awakened by the glare in the sky called up the police. On motorcycles the police hurried to the spot and arrived there in time to see white clad figures speeding away in automobiles. The police pulled down the burning cross and extinguished the flames. (By The Associated Negro Press) CHICAGO, ILL., Aug. 24.-The Chicago district, or Calumet region, where thousands of Colored laborers are employed in plants of the United States Steel Corporation, are adjusting themselves to the new eight hour regulations, as announced recently by Judge Elbertt H. Gary, Chairman of the Board of directors of the corporation. Along with the announcement of the change was given the information that at least sixty thousand more laborers are necessary to properly carry on the new arrangement. It is understood that practically every field of employment is open to Colored workers, and many thousand more are expected from the South. The housing situation is the only thing that stands in the way of carrying forward the work with real dispatch. A GREAT MAN HAS FALLEN. A GREAT MAN HAS FALLEN. Rev. R. B. Williams of Newton, one of the most energetic pastors in this district, passes to his reward, Aug. 22, 1923 at 3:00 a. m., and his funeral will be Saturday, Aug. 25th; attended by Rev. J. W. Hayes, pastor of Calvary Baptist Church, Wichita. So many people warned Rev. Williams that he was working too hard, overtaxing his strength, but he had set his face toward the goal and he faithfully pressed on. He leaves the results of his labor, one of the finest little brick churches in this district, that will tell the world for generations to come, that a Great Man Has Passed This Way Leading a Great People. He leaves a dutiful wife and brother and many other relatives and friends to miss his useful life. We are pleased to know that God knows when and how to put His saints to rest when they are too tired to continue the journey; so we can but say: Rest in Jesus' name; He will awake you in the morning to rejoice with those who have fought and won. FAMILY RE-UNION. --- Mr. and Mrs. Henry Bryant, 1609 Sherwood, enjoyed a family re-union Aug. 19th, 1923, at the home of Mr. and Mrs. James Bryant, 1609 Sherwood. Seven daughters and one son Mr. and Mrs. A. L. Cae and two daughters, 524 N. Water St.; Mrs. Fred Green, Lebanon, Mo.; Mr. and Mrs. Richard Jones, two daughters and one son, 1120 E. Eights St.; Mrs. L.C. Chambers and three daughters of Elwood, Kansas; Mr. and Mrs. V. L. Woods and three daughters, 516 N. Water St.; Mr. and Mrs. W. L. Johnson and one son 349 N. Lawrence; Mr. and Mrs. W. T. Stevens one daughter and one son, 1326 Cleveland Avenue; Mr. and Mrs.-J. J. Bryant and four daughters, 1609 Sherwood; Mr. Homer Arsbun, 319 W. Elm St. The dining room was beautifully decorated; colors: silver and gold. The table was bountifully filled and everybody enjoyed a pleasant evening with music for the occasion. St. Paul Notes. Owing to repairs and other improvements being made in the interior of our church, our services were held Sunday in the basement, with a good attendance. Rev. Pope delivered a splendid sermon at 11:00 a.m. His subject was: "Unconscious Influence." That we do not realize the influence we exert over the lives of others or of some-one and how carefully we should guard every thought, word, deed and act that our lives be a fitting example for others to follow. The usual goodly number marked our attendance for Sunday School. There were many instructive viewpoints and facts brought out in the study and review of the lesson: "Stephen the Martyr.' Acts 6.8. Rev. Pope delivered a very excellent sermon at evenirg. His topic was: "Testing My Christianity." Showing how time and personal opinions are sacrificed as a test of the true Christian. We are keeping in mind our Rally Day, next Sundty, Aug. the 25th. Big Sunday School and Union Ch., Picnic the 30th at Riverside Park. The Booster Club served a fine chicken dinner Thursday. Mrs. Sallie Williams, who is still at the hospital, is improving. The choir is holding its regular Thursday evening weekly rehearsals, and arranging for special music during the session of Annual Conference that convenes here Sept. 5th We regret to have one of our class leaders leave us, Bro. R. G. Williams who has left for Detroit, Mich., to make his future home. Calvary Baptist Church Beginning with Sunday School, Calvary stood high in the scale of divine worship from every angle last Sunday. The scholars almost filled the assembly room to and overflow and the work was pleasing to the many visitors of much note from some of the leading churches of the district also national. Dr. J. W. Heyes preached a wonderful sermon to a full house with mny noted visitors present. His reasoning from God's word was so profound and edifying until we could not help from expressing how good it was to be here. The two unions were overflowing with enthusiasm and a great training service passed into history, encouraged by the visitors present. Rev. Beasley of Strong City, preached a powerful sermon. The pastor ran over to Newton and preached a great sermon in the rally from the subject: "I would See Jesus." Mrs. Lottie Hayes and Earnestine Mr. and Mrs B. H. Neely and the editor accompanied him. REV. J. W. HAYES, Pastor. HINES SAYS "HUSH" (By William Pickens for A. N. P.) Colored people are worrying Hines about that Tuskegee Hospital. The best reply he can give them is to advise them to "hush,"—so he may be less worried. The idea of a government official ordering public opinion to hush up, and admitting indirectly and unintentionally that it will be much easier for him to do what he wants to do as he wants to do it, if public opinion will just let him alone. Everybody knows that. And that is why they clamor. --- WE CAN SUPPLY YOUR WANTS IN THE BUILDING LINE FROM THE BOT- TOM OF THE BASEMENT TO THE TOP OF THE CHIMNEY. ALL SIZES OF SCREEN DOORS ARE CARRIED IN STOCK. MARSHALL-ALEXANDER LUMBER.CO. 2002 N. Lawrence Phone Market 5897 One 306 acre farm, two 80 acres and a 40 acre farm. I also have one acre tracks on edge of the city. Fine for raising chickens. Several houses and lots for sale. See me first for REAL ESTATE when in Topeka. THE STEWART REAL ESTATE COMPANY L. L. STEWART, Pres. 404 Kansas Ave. Topeka, Kansas. City Property Of all kinds on easy payments for Colored People. CALL GEO. HASKIN. MAKE $20 weekly at home, furnishing colored names and addressos. Experience unnecessary. Particulars Free.—United Mailing Co. Dept. N. St. Louis. MALE HELP COLORED Men wanted to qualify for sleeping car and train porters. Experience unnecessary. Transportation furnished. Write— T. McCaffrey, Supt.. St. Louis, Mo. WE CAN SUPPLY YOU BUILDING LINE I TOM OF THE THE TOP OF T ALL SIZES OF SC CARRIED MARSHALL-ALEXA 2002 N. Lawrence RED STAR MILLING CO. TRADE MARK RED STAR WICHITA, KS. FOR One 306 acre farm, two 8 farm, I also have one of the city. Fine for Several houses a See me first for REAL, F THE STEWART REAL L. L. STEW 404 Kansas Ave. Hines wants every-body to "sh-h-h-h!" about this Hospital except him and his Tuskegee "Citizens Committee" and the Ku Klux. They are to be allowed to do both all the talking and parading and threatening, and then, of course, it will be much more comfortable for them. Suppose the Negro Press and the Negro public should take this advice, shut up, and just leave it to Hines, and the Ku Klux. Following is the illogical and innocent part of the reply made by Director Hines to J. W. Thompson, Colored Republican leader of Rochester, when Mr. Thompson sent him the protest and opinion of a mass-meeting of Rochester citizens: "It is felt that the whole issue at Tuskegee is unduly agitated and made difficult in handling because of the impatience of certain elements that do not understand all conditions relating thereto. The best thing that could possibly happen in the matter at issue would be for the press and everyone to stop writing and talking about the situation. "I save no m'sgivings as to the ultimate result of the matter, and believe that if all those sincerely interested in the well-being of our Colored veterans and the efficient operation of the hospital at Tuskegee will have patience and faith in the right thing being done there will be no question as to the final outcome." That is, the generalities of "the ultimate result." "The right thing," and the "final outcome," are to be left to the sole judgment of Mr. Hines—and the Ku Klux. Even the Kluxers and the "Citizens' Committee" can claim that their aims are the "right thing," and they certainly hope their wishes to be the "ultimate result," and the "outcome." Hines has not been worried half as much as he needs to be. Every Negro in the country should write to Coolidge now. MARRY RIGHT—BE HAPPY. Watch your steps, it is beat to know your life-time-mates before you get them. 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