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THE NEGRO STAR FOR THE GOOD OF THE PEOPLE Southwestern is Holding the Most Constructive Session of District Quarterly Board in its History. M. B. MODERATOR J. W. HAYES is presiding in this Quarterly Session and it will go over-the-top in every way. He is pastor of Calvary Baptist Church. A CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH, where the messengers of S. W. D. ere w royally entertained. 10 MRS. IDA President of the Southwestern Supervision an Inspiring Thusda Emporia News. MRS. IDA F. BATES, the Southwestern Woman's Work sion an Inspiring Program was rened Thursday evening President of the Southwestern Woman's Work, under whose Supervision an Inspiring Program was rendered on Thursday evening ST. JAMES BAPTIST CHURCH. The Second Quarterly --- F. BATES, a Woman's Work, under whose Program was rendered on evening Twenty-Second Annual Session of the Smoky Hill River Missionary Baptist District Association and Auxibaries of Kansas convened with WICHITA, KANSAS, FRIDAY, Feb. 13, 1925. M. REV. E. T. Ex-partor of the New Hope incent worker in the Sou was present and his Greater REV. A. State Executive Secretary, who Board Meeting, delivered a the hearts of the message Topeka, July 1-10 REV. E. T. FISHBACK Director of the New Hope Baptist Church a worker in the Southwestern District was present and inspired the Program Greater Interest. REV. A. W. ROS Active Secretary, who was present at the meeting, delivered a wonderful sermon parts of the messengers the Summer St ocks, July 1-10 and the Kansas Pro REV. E. T. FISHBACK, Ex-partor of the New Hope Baptist Church and was an recent worker in the Southwestern District 11 years, was present and inspired the Program to a Greater Interest. THE MARKET MAN State Executive Secretary, who was present at this Quarterly Board Meeting, delivered a wonderful sermon and laid on the hearts of the messengers the Summer School at Topeka, July 1-10 and the Kansas Program. the St. James Baptist Church, February 4th, 6th and 6th, 1925, Rev. J. A. Barnes, Pastor; Rev. G. T. Raimey, Moderator; Lewis N. Grimes General Secretary. Devotional Themes were conducted by Rev. J. R. Richardson, Kansas City, Kansas. Thursday morning—Ministers and Deacors' Union. Thursday afternoon—Children's Bard. Closing sermon—Rev. J. R. Richardson. Financial Report and adjourned. The Board was beneficial, both spiritually and financially. Mrs. Alice Starr of Tulsa, Okla., spent the week end in Emporia, visiting relatives. Rev. J. A. Barnes spent the weekend in Salina, Rev. Pratt filled the rostrum. Thursday evening—B. Y. P. U. 8:00 p. m. fermon—Rev. W. H. Young, D. D. Topeka, Kansas. Friday morning—Sunday School. Friday afternoon—W. H. & F. M. Convention. Friday evening—Executive Board Report of General Secretary, Lewis N. Gaines. --- FISHBACK, Baptist Church and was an northwestern Distr ct 11 years, spired the Program to a Interest. W. ROSS, was present at this Quarterly wonderful sermon and laid on ers the Summer School at the Kansas Program. Closing sermon—Rev. J. R. Richardson. Financial Report and adjourned. The Board was beneficial, both spiritually and financially. Mrs. Alice Starr of Tulsa, Okla. spent the week end in Emporia, visiting relatives. Rev. J. A. Barnes spent the weekend in Salina, Rev. Pratt filled the rostrum. Mr. Simon Johnson of Los Angeles, California, was in Emporia, during the Board. ARE YOU AWARE? That two great events to be had THE EDITOR the newly called pastor of Calvary Baptist Church of Goffeyville, Kansas, was present and lent fire and dignity to the meeting. [Image of a man with a serious expression, wearing a suit and tie.] Of Atchison, Kansas, conducts a great meeting in Denver, Colo. Many were unable to get into the Church to hear this man of God. For ten nights, Rev. C. P. Morrow of Atchison, Kansas, has been preaching the Gospel of Jesus Christ at the Central Baptist Church, Rev. J. E. Allen, Pastor. Old timers say that it was the greatest meeting from many angles, ever held in the city of Denver. More than fifty persons were added to the various churches of the city. The people packed the church to overflowing each night, and many were unable to get in. Rev. Morrow is a great preacher and this city and people will never forget his wonderful sermons. Pastor Allen is very happy over the success of the meeting and the people are thanking him for bringing this man of God to Denver. in Wichita, this year will mean much to our city in several ways? The coming of Miss Croman, directress of the Negro Historical Pagcant, has already given impetus to our proposed Community Musical Association. Many of our group have discovered themselves in a state of lethergy. They now are cognizant of the fact that their musical as well as (Contrured on page four) tive Ses= History. SOUTH WEST DIST. At Calvary Baptist Church the S. W. Board is holding the most constructive meeting in the history of the District. The persons appearing on program this time are prepared, and are delivering the goods. They are working under the new constitution and every sign shows that they will go over the top; rendering the most constructive program, having the greatest number present and raising the most money. We are witnessing some great sermons from the newly called preachers of this district, viz: Rev. V. S. Cooper of Hutchinson; Rev. J. L. Hawkins of Newton and Rev. I. H. Fisher of Winfield. The junior choir under direction of Mrs. J. sel Brown is funnishing the music—(see full report next issue.) "Y" TROOP 75 Wichita Council Boy Scouts Observe ANNIVERSARY WEEK. The Colored Boy Scouts are observing Anniversary Week. On Sunday, the visited three churches. On Tuesday they had a stunt program and doughnut feed at Calvary Ch. They have other features for the week. The Scout Executive expresses satisfaction with the progress. A VISIT NATIONAL SECRETARY VISITS LOCAL BRANCH Y. M. C. A. Mr. Frank T. Wilson, of the National Council, Young Men's Christian Association spent Tuesday in the city in conference with Secretary Hutcherson. Mr. Wilson is in student work but visite city association in his territory. The main parts of his conference with local men was to ascertain the condition of student life in the colleges of the State and to secure advice in rehabilitating the Colored Branch at Topeka, which is at present without a secretary. ```markdown ``` RELIGIOUS AFFAIRS OF KANSAS Page Two Sunday School Lesson (By REV E R F FITZWATER, D.D., Dean of the Evening School, Bloody Bible In stitute of Chicago. © 1995 Western Newspaper Union) * Lesson for February 15 JESUS IN CETHSEMANE LESSON TEXT—Mark 14 32-42. GOLDEN TLXT—Not what I will, but what thou will!—Mark 14 36 PRIMARY TOPIC—Jesus in the Garden JUNIOR TOPIC—Christ's Prayer in the Garden INTERMEDIATE AND SENIOR TOPIC—Christ's Prayer in the Garden YOUNG PEOPLE AND ADULT TOPIC—Lessons from Gethsemane. 1. Jesus Christ Suffering (v. 32 31). 1. The Place (v. 32). The garden of Gethsemane—an enclosure containing olive and fig trees, beyond Kidron, about three-fourths of a mile from Jerusalem. The name means olive press. The name is significant of the occasion. Edersholm says, "It is an emblem of trial, distress, and agony." Perhaps the garden was owned by some one of Jesus' friends. It afforded Him a suitable place to retire with His disciples in this trying hour. 2. His Companion (v. 35). He took with Him the eleven disciples that they might share so far as possible, this sorrow with Him. Being a real human being He craved human sympathy. He bade them watch with Him. While He knew that He must "tie the wine press alone." He had a keen appraisal of sympathy so far as those who loved Him could give it. 3. His Great Sorrow (v. 31). This is the same as the "cup" in verse 30. It was not primarily the prospect of physical suffering that was crushing Him; it was the suffering as a sun bearer—the sensations of His pure soul coming into contact with the awful sin and guilt of the world. In addition to this there was the Judgment stroke from the Holy God as it fell upon His Son instead of the Sinner God caused the impulses of the word to strike upon Jesus (II Cor. 5:21; Isa 53 G). 4. Jesus Christ Praying (vv. 25-22). Though He prized human campfire in the hour of supreme need, His only resource was prayer. The simplicity of our friends is helpful, but in the great crises of life we can only find help as we go to God in prayer. I. The First Prayer (v. 35, 36). (1) His posture (v. 27). He fell on his face prostrate on the ground. In the hour of our great need we naturally prostrate our lives before God—n becoming posture. (2) His petition (v. 70) "Take away this cup from Me." By the cup is meant His death on the cross. No doubt it was most arrelious to Him to face its shame, but He pressed on knowing that for this cause He had come into the world (John 12 27, 28, cf. Heb. 2:14). He prayed that the "hour might pass from Him"—the burden was so great that it seemed His life would be crushed out his prayer was heard (Heb. 5:7). When God bears our prayers He grants the petition desired (1 John 5:14, 15). Angels ministered to Him, giving the necessary grace to endure to the end (Luke 22:43). (3) His resignation (v. 30). His will was in subjection to the Father. He knew that His death on the cross was the will of God the Father; for He was the Lamb slain from the foundation of the world (4) The disciples rebelled (v. 37). He singled out Peter, since he had been the most conspicuous in proclaiming his loyalty (John 13:23). Though he would go with Him to death he could not watch one hour (5) Exhortation to the disciples (v. 29). "Watch and pray, lost ye enter into temptation." The only way to be able to stand in the time of trial is to be watching and praying. Jesus knew that although the disciples meant it well they would fall in the trial unless aided from above. 2. The Second Prayer (vv. 32, 40) He withdrew the second time from IIs disciples and attired the same words in prayer. This was not vain repetition. It is proper to repeat our requests. He found the disciples asleep again. Their shame and confusion were more marked than at first. 3. The Third Prayer (vv. 41, 42). He uttered the same words in IIs third prayer (Matt. 23; 41). He tells the disciples to sleep on and take their rest, as the hour had now come for IIs betrayal. There is such a thing as being sleep when wanted and awaking when it is too late. Thank God Thank God every morning when you get up that you have something to do that day which must be done, whether you like it or not. Being forced to work and forced to do your best will breed in you temperance, self-control, difference, strength of will, cost of and a hundred virtues which the idle will never know.—Charles Kingstey. Doubts Doubts about fundamentals exist in certain churches. Where there is a warm hearted church, you do not hear of them.—C. H. Spurgeon. War and Pence Be at war with your ideas, at peace with your neighbors, and let every year find you a better man or woman. Power for Holy Service' The power for holy service is inter- course with God. --- Kansas City, Kansas. EIGHTH ST. BAPT. TABERNACLE The service Sunday was in the hands of our young preachers: Br E. A. Wilson acting pastor; Rev Fizer was a vistior. Our beloved pastor, Rev. D. B. Jackson is in He Springs just a cew days for We hope for him to return 100% better. Mothers' Meeting Club had an interesting program at morning and evering service. Subjects discussed on Home training this little ones. Mrs. Pearl Love brought out some helpful thoughts on what kind of question, as asked by a child, is it well to leave unanswered. Many hearts were touched deeply when Mrs. Crumm sang, "Mother's Prayer." Dio. Wilson's text: "Trail the child the way it should go, and when it is old, it will not depart from it." Solo by Mrs. O. Towers: "Open My Eyes, That I May See;" was very sweet. Mrs. G. Williams, President, Miss. C. Hickman, Chir. of Program Sunday School is doing fine; Mr. John Burns, Sgt. Teacher's Meeting and the Training Class are largely attended each Monday night Rev. D. B, teacher of the Teachers' Meeting; Mr. L. P. Hayden teacher of Training Cal s. --- The Baptist Woman's City Missionary Circle has had election of officers and doing some real work for needy families, Educational and Industrial Work; this includes both Home and Foreign Mission; Mrs. L. D. Forest, President, is a real leader; she plans her work by giving each on something to do. Mrs. Della Bohanon, 1st Vice President is Chairman of the Program Committee; Mrs. S. A. Fitchugh, 2nd Vice President is Missionary Chairman on local mission circles; Mrs. M. Scott, 3rd Vice President; Mrs. L. Manly, Secretary; Mrs. D. A. Mosley, Assistant Secretary; Mrs. M. C. Matthews, City Missionary. Her reports cannot be excelled; her visits are never under one hundred each month; a great number are of sick, deserted, sinners, and nonchurch members are reported by her. Mrs. S. Montgomery, Director over Junior Mission; Mrs. H. D. Kemp, teacher of our Training Class. We are learning more about Bubble each meeting. Mrs. Komp is truly a teacher; she is reviewing now, some are studying to pass. We meet 3rd (third) Friday in each month. Come and visit us you are welcome. The city B. Y. P. U., will take on new life, Mrs. Fitzhugh held the election of officers for city B. Y. P. U. Sunday. Feb. 8th, 1925, Mrs. A. S. E. Hutchins is President; Mrs. Pannie Hopkins is Vice President; Miss Mattle Holly, Secretary; Mr. Spencer, Assistant Secretary; Mr. Hunt, Treasurer, and a number of other officers. An excellent program is planned for the Installation, Feb. 16, at Mt. Mt. Baptist Church; we all know Mrs. Winston-Hutchin's ability in B. Y. P. U. Work. Watch it grow! Mrs Hutchins is also the President of her D. Y. P. U., at Mt. Zion Baptist Church. Mrs. Sturie Hobbs, Pass President of City B. Y P. U., was faithful and did well; she gave up the work because of falling health. Mrs. Hobbs is President of her own B. Y. P. U at Pleasant Green Baptist Church. We hope for her to gain her good health back again, soon. If you have not a cradle roll in your S. S. or Mothers' Meeting Club in your church, start today. B. Y. P. U., is doing well; they are progressing all the time. They raised $7500 last year, more than they did the past year. They take out a Christmas saving every year and sends a missionary collection to foreign fields. No. group Old Reliable kept the banner last quarter and a nice reception was given them Feb. 9th; tables wee decorated in flowers, also their group colors, they wore their names across their breast in their colors. large attendance. Program was served. Instrumental Miss Pinkie Jones Solo, Miss Daisie Young; Duet, Willie Kirkwood, Luther Williams. After the second course was served, evening greeting was given to Old Reliable by Miss Leish Wilson; last, after dinner, candy was passed. True and Tried is in the lead now. Mr. E. A. Wilson, President. Feb. 6th, 1925, the Mt. Area M. B. Sunday School opened at the usual hour, 10 o'clock. All officers and The Negro Star—for the good of the people THE MARSHALL LUMBER CO. 1945 N. Lawrence EVERYTHING FOR THE BUILDER A. W. MARSHALL, Manager WICHITA, PHONE MARKET 5897 teachers present. The school was full of life. Supt. Brown made a great explanation on the general introduction of lesson, "Christ's Intercessory Prayer;" we learned that the writers of these lessons have been studying e life and works of Christ for six onths and will continue this study a next three months; and in the 9 onths of study they are supposed to get all the real ideas of the life of Christ, His death and returrection which all should study. Sunday School opened at 10 o'clock with singing "Twil Be Glory;" Bro. Tom Brown offered prayer. School devoted 30 minutes to the study, and THE MARSHA 1945 N. EVERYTHING BUIL A. W. MARSHALL, Manager WIGHITA'S PROFESSIO Courts in all Courts. Notary Public In Office. Office 628 N. Main St. Phone M. 3462 Wachita Kansas FRED C. HELM Attorney-At-Law 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 Sand lock over our stock. and get prices. A P. BRICKELL. 213 E. 21st St Phone M. 140. We carry a Full Line of Dry Goods Our Prices Are Right. To the Patrons of the Van Leu Store: Hereafter we will be open from 4:00 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 day. S NEEDED HELPS FOR CHURCHES & AUXILIARIES. Church Financial Record Book $1.50 Sunday School See. Record Book 1.00 Church Treasurer's Order Book .25 Prescriber's License.....75 Local License.....25 Church Letters, per dozen.....35 3. School Class Record Book.....25 Church Treasurer's Order Book .25 B. Y. P. U. Sec'y. Record Book 1.00 B. Y. P. U. Section Record Book .51 B. Y. P. U. Treas. Order Book .25 Order Books on any Treasurer .25 We print any design you want by special orders The Negro Star Publishing Co. 1211 Wabash Ave Wichita, Kans. 'Phone Market 3139 COLORED AGENTS WANTED to organize lodges for an old established fraternal insurance society. Slek, accident and death benefits Our agents are making big money. Address—Field Dept. American Workmen. 716 Eleventh St. N. W. Washington, D. C. WANTED! One Thousand Colored boys and girls in a thirty day contest during the month of February. ($75) Seventy-five Dollars given away. For particulars, Write— EMPIRE DISTRIBUTERS 1526 West Sixth St. Lawrence, Kans. Care of PROF. E. JONES --- classes reported as follows:—Class No. 1 pupils present 12, offering 20c; Class No. 2 pupils present 11, offering 30c; Class No. 3 pupils present 12, offering $1.00; Class No. 4 pupils present 13, offering $1.00; officers and teachers present 7; pupils present 46. Total attendance 54; total collection $2.50. Banner attendance class No. 4. Blackboard demonstration by the missionary, Rev. E. 11. Hamphrey. Blackboard view No. 1, A Baptist Sunday School is one of the species of the Class ton school which is one of the social of the super ordinate Baptist Theological College Institute (Continued on page 4) ALL LUMBER CO. Lawrence NG FOR THE IDER WICHITA, PHONE MARKET 5897 BUSINESS NAL INDEX ```markdown ``` Office 5331/2 N. Main Phone M. 3368 H. F. GEEDER, M. D. DISEASES OF WOMEN A SPECIALTY Evening Hours 7:00 to 9:00 p. m Res. 1227 N. Waco Phone D. 4597 WICHITA, KANSAS Res. 501N. Water St. Phone Mkt 1665 James A. Spears, ATTORNEY-AT-LAW Notary Public In Office 600 N. Main Phone M. 3265 WICHITA . . . KANSAS. 1930 House and Lots, Half Acre Tracks, Farms for Sale .or Trade HOUSES FOR RENT SEE ME FIRST R. J. CLARK REAL ESTATE I will Build or Remodel your Home Write or Call, Phone Mkt, G537 639 N. Water St WICHITA, KANSAS NFK NEYE LFLG COMPANY Where Business is Known an DRUGS, DRUG SUNDRIES. 517 North Main Street LOOK! LOOK! 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ROSS all communications to either of the abo Things to be Prayed For Summer School, Student Body, Miss ulty Friends for Institute. New One Hundred acres of land A. W. ROSS, G BE A PASTEURIZED MILK OR DRINK—For Sale The Famous Everywhere in the City, 50 SAYERS DAIRY 132 Medical Ambulance S Medical Phones 20 Metrical 274 WOODS MEMORIAL HOS Baptist Theological Seminary Topeka, Kansas. Adjoining Kansas Industrial Educatio Institution. NOW OPEN With Efficient Teachers. Splendid Campus Fine Dormitory. Students wanted who desire to study for the ministry, GEO. R. BRIDEFORTH, Principal. H. B. BRONSON, D. D. Dean. A. W. ROSS, Director Address all communications to either of the above persons. Things to be Prayed For: Summer School, Student Body, Missions, Faculty Friends for Institute. New Building, One Hundred acres of land A. W. ROSS, Gen. Missionray GRADE A PASTEURIZED MILK & CREAM Malted Drink-For Sale The Famous Chocolate Everywhere in the City, 5C Medical Ambulance Service Surgical Phones 2081- Obstetrical 274 C. T. WOODS MEMORIAL HOSPITAL E. E. BOWSER, A. B. D. D., Surgeon-In-Chief 310 North 14th St 310 North 14th St 310 North 14th St. PARSONS, KANS. --- B The Well.Dressed Man is always Admired who wears Custom- tailored Clothes made-to-measure from All Wool Fabrics. Hundreds of designs at the prices to fit your purse. Suits made to order from $18 TO $60. TAILORING CO. AND DYER. WICHITA, KANSAS. --- Physical Seminary Kansas. Educatio Institution. OPEN Splendid Campus mistry. to study for the ministry. R1H, Principal. A. W. ROSS, Director either of the above persons. Prayed For: Cent Body, Missions, Institute. New Building, acres of land A. W. ROSS, Gen. Missionray ZED MILK & CREAM K MOR" The Famous Chocolate the City, 5C S DAIRY Ambulance Service Phones 2081- 274 MORIAL HOSPITAL 14th St. # 132 N. Walnut St. Matthew C. M. E. Rev. J. W. Goodal, Pastor. Last Sundry was one to be remembered. Supt. Mr. J. B. Brown is putting forth every effort to bring things to pass. The school was largely attended; much interest manifested and good being done. Rev. J. W. Goodall delivered a great sermon at 11 o'clock; the spirit was felt and the blessing flowed. 6:30 S. S. lesson was the discussion for the League and a lovely program was rendered: Duett, Mrs. LaGrond and Viria Goodal; reading, Mrs. Offord; solo, Mrs. L. L. Outlaw. Visit the League and gain spiritual strength. The N. C. Cleaves Literatry opened Friday evening with a fine showing; program rendered. Ice cream and cake was served free to the public. We are asking the young men and women to attend the literary society every Friday evening and enjoy a social time. The W. H. M. will meet at church. The Ladies are doing many good good thirgs; they meet at the home of the president Mrs. O. A. Briley, last Thursday, 1305 Wabash Ave. Board No. 2 will meet in the home of Mrs. LaGrond, 1213 Mosley, Mrs. T. M. Burton, Chairman. No. 1 meets at the church this week; Mus. S. Jackson, Chairman. The 10 days services carried on by Rev. Mrs. Russell of Columbia, Mo., closed with a success. Mrs. Russell is a God sent woman, who carries the message wherever she goes. Eight were added to the kingdom; one infant for baptism. Glad to have Mrs. Hattle Johnson of Manhattan, Kansas, worship with us Sunday. Visitors are welcome. Mrs. T. M. Burton is visiting with friends and relatives in Texas. Mesdames Bankhead and Wallace are on the sick list. Be in our services Sunday. St. Paul Notes. Our pastor Rev. R. L. Pope exchanged pulpits Sunday with Dr. W. E. McCoy of Calvary M. E. Church who preached for us at 11:a, m, from the book of Daniel 6:20 "Is thy God whom those serve able to deliver You?" The story of Daniel's faith and deliverence was a lesson of trust and obedience that when we are put to the test of the lions of fear, indifference, temptations, doubt and other afflictions; if we continually serve God, He will always rescue us from danger. And a present help in the time of trouble. There was a fine attendance at the Bible school at 9:45 a.m. A special program was rendered at the evening services in connection with a very successful pew rally that was held. The Ladies Aid Society meeting was held on Wednesday afternoon. Stewardess Board No. 2, served the regular weekly dinner on Thursday. A. C. E. League meetings are held Sunday evening at 7 p. m. W. L. WALKER, District Manager & M. LIVINGTON, Agent for the Security Insurance Company. All premium on all weekly insurance is due every Monday of each week. Please lay in store for the same for it may be that I will call on you very soon on. Mondays. Please pay up your back dues promptly and you surely will get your benefits on time. THE SECURITY INSURANCE CO. M. Livingston, Agent Phone D. 4009-M Office 101512 E. 13th Wichita, Kansas Junction City, News. The Beacon Light Mission Circle was entertained by Miss Bernice Parham, Friday afternoon; a regular business meeting was held. Among those attending the S. H. R. District, second quarterly board meeting at Emporia, last week were Rev. G. T. Ralmey, Mr. L. N. Grimes, Mr. H. E. Marshall, Mrs. J. B. Devire, and Miss Lois Grimes. Sunday morning, Rev. G. T. Ralmey preached a very instructive sermon from Ps. 60:4. Sunday night, echoes from the Bd. meeting by those who attended; afterwhich Rev. Rainey preached an excellent sermon from Matt. 6.5, 6, using as his subject "When To Pray." This is the second of a series of 12 sermons to be preached from Matt. 6:11-13. 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Will not failure the scalp or turn the hair red. AGENTS WANTED EVERYWHERE Strait-Tex Chemical Company 600 FIUTH AVENUE PITTSBURGH, PA., U.S.A. and the necessity of praying always. Mrs. Rena Hurd is visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Jones and friends. Mr. Marshall is visiting his son, Mr. H. E. Marshall and family. Strong City Locals. We were very much disappointed as we expected to have preacling Sunday but the minister failed to come. Sunday School was well attended. Many good things were found in the lesson. The Holy Spirit was greatly manifested in our prayer meeting. After Sunday School, we had no services, Sunday night. Mrs. Betta Moore attended the Board Meeting at Emporia; and bro't a good report. Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Martin are the proud parents of a nine pound boy. Mrs. Martin before her marriage was Lorella ("Bulton") Bentley. The young man has been given the name of Jnlor. Mrs. Minnie Douglass visited with Miss Mavme Levell, last week. Miss Levell is slowly improving, but not feeling so well today. Mrs. Chas. Johnson of Guthrie, Okla., is visiting her sister and brother, Mayme and "Bud" Levell. Mr. Henry Morris is visiting his daughter, Mrs. Herry Moore and family. He is much improved in health. Itev. C. O. Marshall and Rev. The Negro Star-for the good of the people TURK'S PLACE 507 N. Main St. Barbecued Meat Coney Islands and Cold Drinks SEE US AND BE FED 'N. K. CO.' The Miracle Hair Grower and Smoother. Straightens the HAIR without the Hot Iron and is guaranteed to be harmless AGENTS WANTED. SEND FOR SAMPLE 'N. K. CO.' 712 Georgia St. LOUISIANA, MO. L'OUVERTURE SCHOOL HOMESITES. Cleveland, Indiana, Ohio, Wabash and Washington Between 11th St., and 12th St. The National Chocolate Dairy Drink Ice Cold, for Sale Every where DeCOURSEY CREAM COMPANY See Me At Once. EAR Phone D. 3851 Office DRI "40 The National Choc Ice Cold, for Sale DeCOURSEY CREA Darnes were in town between trains, Monday. They were entertained at dinner by Mrs. Henry Moore. Rev. J.H. Durcan attended the Bd. Meeting, Thursday. The Tom Lewis family motored to Emporia, Friday evening to attend the Board Meeting. Mrs. Celeste Levell also attended the meeting. Mrs. Mary White of Emporia, visited with Miss Levell Saturday and Sunday. Mr. Clarence Ridley and Mr. Clifford Rickman visited in Newton, Saturday and Sunday.—B. Moore, Rept'r Altus, Oklahoma News. The good weather continues which is a boom to building in our little city. The 1024 cotton crop is just about harvested and one can easily see that there was a big crop and a fancy price paid for same; this fact is shown by the building boom here and it now spreads and to Snyder, colored people are buying and arranging to build there, in a town of 3,000 whites and about 20 colored. The A. M. E. Church is near completion. The corner-stone laying under auspices of the Knights of Tabor was a success; raising over a hundred dollars. Deacon C. II. Williams recently purchased 4 acres in the southwest part of the city, considering $400.00 a good buy. There was a turkey stolen a few nights ago and the turkey being slack its owners had given it some nuxvamica and this news being circulated the party having stolen the fowl became afraid and let go the turkey and it came back home. If chicken and turkey thieves are not careful, they will get the wrong one; and too, I think it is best to feed all poultry on this occasionally, it will insure them against thieves. I was talking to a race man in Mangum, the other day and I asked him what paper he read, his reply: 'O I read The Daily Oklahoma and The Dallas News. I asked if he saw we (the colored people) were commended very highly in either; he said, well, no. Then I asked, why he did not read a paper printed by his editor, and he said, I will if I can find one that is as nswy as the ones I now read. I he was willing to help make it as newsy; and he said, well he didn't know about that. This reply from a man of color speaks the sentiments of too many of our people.. I want lots of things, to not want to do something to get it. Let's get out of this old rut and take some of everything presented by one of our people and learn to be "one for all and all for one" Other people see us as we see ourselves; we are not, if we think we are not; but if we think we are, we are. The Negro Star should be in every Negro home in this country—50c for 3 months; 90c for 6 months; $150 for 1 year; 5c per copy. See me at 600 S. Crain St. Altus, Okla. GET THE STAR FROM ME! Page Three MUSIC MUSIC MIL Wabash Avenue ed surprise Yourself Diploma Course or E. SHOP repaired $.90 $.00 Mens' 40c work guaranteed. Murdock Good to ERY chita, Kan People. Benefits. St. 5017. AN NEGRO ODIES en to the world Fish University with slavery and e, both intellec- ery; if any man se songs in the young Ne- were born o sure to fol- erved with their all other collec- ions. whose memory supply for your its, single copy, en. Order from "SAY IT WITH MUSIC" The COLERIDGE-TAYLOR CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC (now known as the WABASH STUDIC OF MUSIC Phone M. 3130 1241 Wabash Avenue Only Diligent Pupils Are Accepted Develope Your Musical Side You May Surprise Yourself Strictly Modern Methods Used We give the Diploma Course Miss Dorothy L. Sims - Instructor REDDICK ELECTRIC SHOE. SHOP AND NOTION STORE Men and Womens' Shoes repaired while you wait. Men's half soles Leather $.90 Men's half soles Panco $1.00 Ladies' half soles 75c Rubber Heels: Ladies' 35c Mens' 40c k and L. M leather used and all work guaranteed. I. E. Reddick, 1100 E. Murdock For A Square deal and Good Things to Eat go to KELLER'S GROCERY 131D N. Lawrence S Wichita, Kan WE DELIVER A Colored Insurance for Colored People. Pays Sick, Accident and Death Benefits. B. W. Crawford, Sec'y 110 West Elm St. Phone Market 5017. OLK SONGS OF THE AMERICAN NEGRO THE ORIGINAL PLANTATION MELODIES WHY YOU SHOULD PURCHASE THEM ```markdown ``` 1. They are the soul-stirring melodies first given to the world by those famous Jubilee Singers sent out by Fish University in 1871. 2. Those songs were very closely connected with slavery and all that slavery meant. 3. They tell faithfully the Negro's innermost life, both intellectually and spiritually. 4. They are the only true source of Negro history; if any man would read the Negro's life, let him study these songs. 5. They are the only connecting link between the young Negroes and their ancestors. 6. They increase spiritual favor because they were born o adversity and tribulation. 7. If they are sung in the right spirit, a revival is sure to follow. 8. These songs of our fathers should be preserved with their best and truest interpretation. 9. These are the original JUBILER SONGS. All other collections are feeble imitations and careless revisions. 10. They are the legacy of parents and ancestors whose memory we should delight to cherish. Send us an order by return mail for a full supply for your choir and congregation. Price fifty (55) five cents, single copy, five ($5,75) dollars and seventy-five cents per dozen. Order from Nashville, Tenn. RD CO., ents SALE N. Main St CRAWFORD-CRAWFORD CO., Real Estate, Investments RENTALS HOUSES AND LOTS FOR SALE Phone Mkt. 3265' 600 1-2 N. Main St Wichita, Kansas THE NEGRO STAR 1241 Webash Avenue ISSUED EVERY FRIDAY H. T. SIMS, B. MEMBER OF NATIONAL B. C. Rannavalena W. S. Moore E. M. Barnes Miss Lula Covington, 501 N. Water S. Entered as second-class matter Vichita, Kansas, under the Act of M. SUBSCRIPT One Year Six Months Three Months One Month The writer of any article must published. Write on one side of p any matter for publication.—Notify our paper. WHITE WIFE REFUSES TO LEAVE COLORED HUSBAND (Preston News Service) 1241 Wabash Avenue TELEPHONE MARKET $130 ISSUED EVERY FRIDAY AT WICHITA, KANSAS, H. T. SIMS, Editor and Lpublisher Entered as second-class matter June 12th 1919, at the Post Office at Vichita, Kansas, under the Act of March 3, 1879. 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 our paper. NEW YORK CITY, Feb. 13—Desiree the protests of her father, Grace Richio Dorsey, white, 16 years, is apparently determined to stick by her 21-year-old husband, Bertram Dorsey, colored. Dorsey, good-looking and of a very light complexion stood in county court in Brooklyn Monday and heard his young bride tell Judge Martin she would not go back to her old home, nor forsake her husband. "Why should I go back;" she cried, "I am very happy with my husband. He is kind to me. No matter what happens, I will remain true to him, for I love him, and he has shown he loves me." The girl's father, Antonio Rihcio, had charged abduction against Dorsey. They were married last July in Jersey City. Dorsey became a gardner at Asbury Park, and they went there to live. Grace was a telephone operator, when she met Dorsey. The charge of abduction was based on the fact that Dorsey took Grace, who is under 18, out of the State and married her without the consent of her parents. Dorsey, however, was allowed to plead guilty of assault in the third degree. "They are married," Judge Martin declared, "and in the face of the girl's loyalty to her husband and her declaration that he is kind to her, I find it difficult to reach a decision. I will make a thorough investigation." "The girl is only 16," said Assistant District Attorney William X. Geogham. "Under the law supervision of her welfaere remains with her father. There is nothing we can do here to disturb that supervision. If he is dissatisfied with his daughter's marriage, his remedy lies in a court proceedings to annul the marriage. We have here only the technical facts of a violation of the law. With the feasibility of this marriage we have no concern; that is a matter for the parents. The girl in the eyes of the law, is still a child and under the supervision of her parents" LOCALS Mrs. H. Johnson of Manhattan, spent several days in the city, visiting her brother, Dr. and Mrs. N. D. Briley, 1305 Wabash. We were very glad to have Mrs. Graves stop in to see us Saturday. This was her first visit. Miss Mattle Bell Roach is indisposed, but improving. Mrs. H. Parks is reported one of the sick this week. Mrs. Lillie Linley was in the office Wednesday afternoon; reports her trip to Texas, a very pleasant one. Mr. Franklin of Kansas City, editor of The Call, in company with Miss Ada Crogman and Rev. R. L. Pope called at the office last week. Rev. Martin of Eldorado, and Rev. Fisher of Winfield, were in the office today. They are attending th session of the board at Calvary. Miss Dorothy Elms enjoyed dinner with little Dorothy Yates Sunday. Rev. J. W. Johnson of Manhattan, was in to see us during the week. Capt. W. L. Hutcherson and Mr. B. JI. Neely were business callers of the week. E. B. B. Club Notes. The club met at the home of Mrs. Florence Calhoun. Devotion by Mrs. P. McCoy. Current events were given. A timely subject that was discussed generally by each member was the lesson study; "Parents' Duty to Their Children." Also on the Life of Lincoln. They enjoyed the elegant repast served. Next week they will meet with Mrs. D. O. Harrol, 1045 N. Mosley. N. B. CLUB ENTERTAIN. Honoring Miss Bobbie Hooks, who is leaving for her home in North Carolina, the members of the Nannie Burroughs Club entertained with a Valentine Community Dinner, Thursday evening at the home of Miss Priscilla Williams, 1325 Wabash. It --- TELEPHONE MARKET $130 SDAY AT WICHITA, KANSAS, S. Editor and Publisher NEGRO PRESS ASSOCIATION Assistant Editor Assistant Editor Assistant Editor Er St Phone M. 1665 Local Editron After June 12th 1919, at the Post Office at March 3, 1879. APPLICATION RATE: $1.50 .99 .50 .26 Just sign name whether or not it is to be of paper. We reserve the right to reject ify us at once, when you fail to receive was a delightful affair and highly enjoyed by those present. The club met on Tuesday afternoon with Mrs. A. Sanders at her home, 1135 Cleveland. Paul Lawrence Dunbar and Lincoln, was the subject of the quotations; papers and discussions. Lincoln's Gettysburg address was read by Mrs. Elmore Jones. An interesting talk on the life of Dunbar by Mrs. F. O. Miller. Lincoln, the Emancipator, was the subject of a paper read by Miss L. Covington The hostess served a dainty menu with suggestive features. Tiny flags were given as favors. They will meet next week with Mrs. S. M. Marchant. SECURED FOR WICHITA Mr. Nathaniel Dett, Composer and Pianist, will appear in Concert, April 6. Begin now to save up your ticket money. You can't afford to miss hear him play his famous "Juba Dance." Mr. Dett was a former schoolmate of Dr. Ross W. Sanderson who very heartily endorses Mr. Dett's appearance here. Prof. Otto Fischer is also delighted to hear that Mr. Dett will play for Wichita, and suggests that a "Real Concert Piano" be furnished for him. Mr. comes in interest of the Colepidge-Taylor Conservatory. His minimum fee is $300. Miss Daisy Hayes. Miss Mattie Williams, Mr. W. F, Butler, Mr. C. W. Peters, Mr. Albert Lewis, Mr. Clarence Hudson and Mr. Ray Hill. Miss Lynette Jackson and Miss Mary Jones assisted in serving. M. M. T. 'A Cartoon of Y. M. C. A. Secretary, will deliver CAPT. W. L. HUTCHERSON, a wonderful message on "That Boy of Mine," tonight. WE WOULD BE HAPPIER —If we forget that 13 is unlucky. —If we quit trying to satisfy all our critics. —If we plant flowers instead of weeds in our souls. -If we make it a rule to complete every piece of work begun. -If we try to earn more than we are being paid for. -If we refuse to allow our worries to go to bed with us. -If we spend some time in quiet meditation every day. By Jewel Brown. GOOD WILL EXHIBITED BY CHURCHES Colored Speakers and Singers Carry er Inter-Racial Message to . Seven str White Congregations. Sunday, February 8, was the 3rd ed The Negro Star—for the good of the people Annual Race Relation Sunday and present connected with the organization a fine local program was promoted by the Commission on Race Relations of Wichita Church Council. Dr. Sanderson and Mr. Hutcherson are the leading spirits in the promotion of this program. While the 8th was also Annual Boy Scouts' Sunday and many of the churches were supporting their troops in observing this day; a very fine and enthused roc was made to Inter Racial emphasis. FISK STUDENTS GO ON RAMPAGE AGAINST SCHOOL HEAD The following were the high points of the day's program: A t First Presbyterian Church an impressive service, participated in by four race groups, was held. Mr. Hutcherson read the Scripture, prayer was offered by Mr. Angulo of the Mexico Protestant Church. Dr. W. D. Mendenhall delivered the sermon at New Hope. Dr. Findleyson spoke. Rev. Floyd Sampson of Zion M. E. Church exchanged pulpits with Rev. H. F. McClure of Grant Memorial A. M. E. Church; Rev. W. E. McCoy of Calvary M. E. Church exchanged pulpits with Rev. R. L. Pope of St. Paul A. M. E. Church; Rev. B. L. Marchant of New Hope, spoke from the pulpit of the First United Presbyterian Church; Dr. G. G. Brown, Chrm of the Board, Water Street Branch Y. M. C. A., spoke to the Waco United Brethren Church. Besides pulpit exchanges, special music rendered by colored organizations at First Evangeline and Fellowship Congregational Churches. The pastors of these churches emphasized the observance of the day. In several other white churches, the pastors included Race Relations in their messAGES of the day. Still other pastors have advised the Commission of their plans to have Inter Racial Programs at a later date. WEALTH OF NEGROES HELD ABOUT TWO BILLION RACE IS MUCH WEALTHIER (Preston News Service) Monroe N. Work, of Tuskegee Irrati- WASHINGTON, D. C., Feb. 5- tute, for the last 20 years compiler of the Negroes in America at pres- cent survey stated that the wealth of the Negroes im America at present ent is about $2,000,000,000, which is one and a half times as much as it was in 1912. The amount expended in 1924 for Negro education totaled $10,000,000, as contrasted with $13,576,561 in 1912. In the last 12 years the number has doubled. During the past decade, the Negro, according to Mr. Work, has shown a declining death rate and an increasing health span. In 1912 the death rate a thousand was 22.9, while in 1922, ten years later, it was 15.7 a thousand. For Negro policy holders in the Metropolitan Life Insurance Company in 1912 the average, expectancy of life for males and females of all ages from two years was 41.3 years . In 1922 the expectancy for males was 46.9 years and for females 46.1 years. Mr. Work noted the tendency in politics toward independence on the part of the Negro voter, and in an increasing tendency to vote the Democratic ticket locally. He also demonstrated a large increase to public office. Other feature set forth in the year book are the entry and activities of colored women in politics, the gradual increase in the South of the Negroes allowed to vote, the increased effort of Negroes to break down the "white primary" in the South, and the population shifts of the last 13 years. N.A.A.C.P.HOLD MEETING WINTIELD, KANSAS, Feb. 10—The N. A. A. C. P. held a successful meeting with quite a number present. After a fine supper in the basement of the Baptist Church, the audience marched up stairs and President Franklin, and Miss A. B. Cottom, Secretary, took their places and the meeting was opened with song and prayer. The President stated the object of the meeting, which was to secure new members and renew the old. He made a fine talk on the object and necessity of the organization. He then presented Ettlor H. T. Sims of Wichita, the principal speaker of the occasion, who delivered a strong address on "The Power of Organization." The audience seemingly enjoyed every he said and applauded at the end. Nearly every person present connected with the organization. FISK STUDENTS GO ON RAMPAGE AGAINST SCHOOL HEAD (Nashville, Tenn., Feb. 12- The climax to a smouldering resentment against the President, Dr. F. A. McKenzie, of Fisk University, nearly 100 students staged a demonstration, which was termed by the school officials as a riot. The officials called the police claiming that the students had formed a mob and had threatened the lives of the school officials and consequently the news went out over the entire country that the students had formed a mob and staged a riot. Persons, who are careful observers here, believe that the students had no intention of reckoning vengeance upon the school head, but they simply formed a gathering to protest strongly against President MacKenzie. Thirty policeman were sent to the campus to quell the alleged disorder. It is said that the disorder began shortly after Dr. MacKenzie and Prof. F. B. Jefferson had received word that it would be dangerous for them to appear on the campus. It is claimed that shots were fired into the windows of Livingston Hall, and that 50 windows were shattered. Miss Boynton, registra of the university, who lives on the first floor of the dormitory, although assured that she was in no danger, locked herself in the office during the disorder. The students after firing for a few minutes, emerged from the dormitory and paraded on the campus. At the appearance of the police, it is said, the boys retired into Livingston Hall and extinguished the lights. President MacKenzie is said to then have asked the police to bring the students, a few at the time, into his office. There Dr. MacKenzie is said to have told the students that if they would remain in the dormitory and stop the disorder no disciplinary measures would be taken. Otherwise all engaging in the riot would be prosecuted and requested to withdraw from the institution. At 12:30 a.m., Livingston Hall was in charge of the police, and students were being taken to Dr. MacKenzie's office to receive his ultimatum, but the results of those conferences have not been made public. A large number of the residents of Nashville, interested in the school, have expressed deep regret that the students made such a strong, ill-advised and injudicious manifestaetion of whatever grudge, fancied or otherwise and injudicious manifestation of university officials. Nicodemus Items Rev. Jas. Moore, Pastor Sunday School opened promptly at 9:45 a.m. All classes were well attended in spite of stormy weather. Lesson taught by teachers and reviewed by the pastor. Much interest is manifested in the Sunday School work owing to the splendid ability of the teachers and Supt. Sister Katherine Henrie. Church services at 11 o'clock began with a spiritual song service; after which our pastor preached a wonderful, instructive sermon, subject: "The Devil Had To Leave;" taken from Matt. 4·11. Many interesting points were brought out concerning the cunning and trickery practiced by the devil to win man from God, when all he has to offer him, is death and destruction. Of how man, through the Almighty power of God can overcome the temptations of the devil. Our hearts were made to rejoice and we thank God for such an able, efficient pastor. At the close of sermon, one was added to the church. The choir is doing fine and Sister O. B. Williams, chorister, expects to make it one of the best in the State. Mission Circle met at the church. Wednesday afternoon, Feb. 4th and a delicious repast was served by Sisters Versella Napue and Ora switzer. The Willing Workers' Club held prayer meeting at the home of Sister Clemie Vaughn, Wednesday, Feb. 4, fourteen members were present, we are striving to do a great work for the Master. The Ladies' Aid of the A. M. E. Church met at the home of Mrs. 9. Lilly, Thursday evening, Feb. 5th and the society is progressing nicely. The Priscilla Art Club met at the home of Mrs. Katherine Henrie, Friday afternoon, Feb. 6th and the evening was spent in work and discussing the current events of the day. After which the hostess served a delicious one-course luncheon. Those present were Mrs. Sadie Hall, Mrs. Francis DePrad, Mrs. Switter, Mr. Maybell RED STAR CALLING CO. STAR MAKA RED STAR WICHITA, KS. The Way to a Man's Heart Is Through Good Baking USE RED STAR FLOUR Momon, Mrs. Ollie Williams and Bernice Bates, Miss Helen Estes, Miss Versella Napue, Miss Anna Lored, and Mrs. Blanche White. Visitors were Mrs. Anna Smith, Mrs. Anna Bates and Mrs. Lucretia Fletcher. The Sunday School will give a social and program here Thursday night, Feb. 12th. Elizabeth E. Williams, Reporter. "ECHOES" Under the leadership of our splendid Moderator, Rev. G. T. Ralmey, we have just closed an excellent session of the Second Quarterly Board of Smoky Hill District. The meeting convened with the sft. James Baptist Church, Emporia, Kansas, of which Rev. J. A. Barnes is pastor. Rev. J. W. Johnson of Manhattan, preached the Introductory sermon on Wednesday evening from Ezek. 22:30 and used as his subject: "A Man Wanted." Thursday morning the topic: "The Qualification of a Deacon;" was presented to the Ministers and Deacons' Union by Mr. H. E. Marshall, Junction City. Throughout the services held on Thursday and Friday, excellent papens, on helpful topics, were read and discussed. Many wonderful, soul-stirring sermons were preached by Rev. L. S. Arthur, Manhattan; Rev. C. O. Marshall, Abilene; Rev. C. W. Wilson, Osage; Rev. A. W. Ross, General Missionary and Rev. W. H. Young, Topeka, Moderator of Kaw Valley, who preached an excellent Doctrinal Sermon. Rev. J. R. Richardson, Kansas City, preached the closing sermon of the session from St. John 11:43. Several beautiful and much enjoyed solos were sung during the meeting. At the opening of each service, new and helpful thoughts were advanced by Rev. J. R. Richardson who conducted the devotional themes from Exodus 20:1-17; also by Rev. G. D. Pratt who gave us our closing theme from St. John 15:1-11. We have closed a very good session; let us make the May Board a better one. TUPELO, MISS. CHURCH LOCALS The members and friends of Spring Hill Baptist Church are well pleased with their pastor, Rev. R. T. Sims, since his call to the pastorate of the church has put on new life. The Spring Hill S. S., with A. M. Stoke, superintendent, is doing a splendid work. They have pledged a monthly offering to Foreign Mission and $2000 annually on the Publishing House until the debt is paid. Tupelo, is on a boom. The stores that burned are fastly being replaced and a number of new dwellings are going up. Rev. W. H. Davis, the proficient pastor of Rising Star Baptist Church is doing much good with a large following. They all bid welcome to the city the new pastor, Rev. R. T. Sims, and giving him a hearty support. Mrs. Lula Smith entertained the Spring Hill Missionary Society, Tuesday night. It was a great social. Everybody enjoyed it and wishes it to be repeated. The Teachers' Meeting was held at Mrs. Mary Pointer's last Friday night. Good meeting. Deacons G. W. Alvin, Geo. Pointer, A. Jones, P. B. Ledbetter, A. Stapler, and Griffin, with the faithful members of Spring Hill B. C. are standing hard by their pastor. Rev. Sims in his efforts to make the work of the church a success. The pastor and members are glad to see and welcome the many visitors. Dickerson, Miss. News. (Continued from page 2.) No. 2. Impetious Peter Walks and Works with cautious Andrew No. 3. Ambitulous James Walks and Works with spiritual John. Slow-will Phillip Walks and Works with quick Bartholomew No. 5. Practical James Walks and Works with Doctrinal Judea No. 6. Enthusastic Simeon Walks and Works with Business-like Jews—7 Demonstration by Rev. E. H. Humphry. Bro. J. H. Brown, Supt. Sister S. L. Brown, Secretary, S. L. Brown, Reporter. other talents and abilities have been for the most, lying dormant or have not been developed nearly so well as possibilities and opportunities clearly indicate. I don't think there's any city, comparatively speaking, which has started more organizations of uplift than has our own. However, the lack of the existence of those good and begun organizations is not wholly due to what some might suggest or think. Two or three of the optimistic views of the condition follow:— Wichita is very much a transient city. There is, apparently, absolutely no certainty about the stability of the population. A splendid organization may be started (and has been many times) and before much can be done, either the leader, for some cause, is forced to give up the work or the best talent of the organization leave town; thus the organization dies. Another reason that indicates the failure of some of our societies is the lack of competent and stable leadership. Many of our starters are bubbling over with enthusiasm and ambition but are sadly lacking in ability to do what ought to be done. Therefore the following become discouraged and disgusted, hence the society goes to the wind. So many of us think that the training for the pageant is going to mean much toward giving the musical forces of Wichita, the proper incentive to stick to the work and thereby develop one of the most far-reaching community service programs of modern times. This program will be take up as soon as the pageant is over. The coming of the National Baptist Sunday School and B. Y. P. U. Congress will also add much to the pride and inspiration of our group. As some of us cannot see in our imaginations beyond our immediate environments such a mammoth occasion as that of the Congress will arouse from slumber many "Rip Van Winkles" who fell asleep, twenty years ago, to the possibilities of the race. Some of our group think there are no real intellectual giants in our race, and still others think there are none in the Baptist rank; but to visit the Congress and listen to a lecture from Vass, Brown, Capers, Fisher, Bryant and many others who are experts, recognized not only in their particular race and denomination but are amongst the leaders of the world today. I say again that the Congress is going to mean much to Wichita, not simply in a financial way but in an intellectual awakening. Arise thou slumberer from all thy sleep. And hear what the stranger has to say; He may have something that thou should keep. And may guide thee thru a brighter day. io ye J & ay en A er y