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THE NEGRO STAR FOR THE GOOD OF THE PEOPLE Vol. 16, No. 50. THE PAGEANT PROVED TO BE GREATEST IN HIS TORY OF WICHIT. MISS ADA CROGMAN IN A CLASS TO HERSEL EVERYBODY WAS TALENTED UNDER HER DIRECTION On the night of March 5th, at the Foum, under direction of Miss Ada the woman who proved t the city of Wichita, that she krew where she was going and all obstacle moved, we were able to travel years and catch a vision of the Negro in his splee-did down in Egypt Land. The first scene was gorgeous in its appearance, masterly in ruling and harmonious in its functioning. Miss Luverna Hall looked so real until we wondered if the Queen of Egypt or the modern day Queen would not have paid her homage. No one could have seen Miss Armabel Jones, the slave, without realizing the depression of slavery and how much honor given Mr. J. C Cowan, who was Moses and came for the deliverance of his people. No one in the city could have danced the African dance better than Miss Reba Martin. The set of group dancers were almost perfect in the performance. The Queen's Attendants, Torch bearers, Urn Bearers, Incense Bearers, and Harpists acted like professionals. In the second episode, The Idol Worship Dance around a (hewn) crocodile, made our souls thank God for the knowledge of a real God. These girls played well their part. The next episode found us in an African village with Dr H. T. Geeder as chief and Miss Etoile (Pope) Ballard, dancer, who danced before the chief until she fell as dead at his feet; then how real the native women locked and acted, before the captivity by the Spaniards the chief killed and natives brought to America. The next episode showed the Slave Market and Dr. P. M. Bell the auctioneer and Mr. J. C Cowan, recorder and fifteen bidders who took us thro the awful agony of selling mothers for children, husbands from wives, etc., while the hard-hearted sellers would laugh at the fire of love that bound them, as they demonstrated with prayer and tears. With the next episode we were really in a cotton field with Dr. F. O. Miller, ovenweer and with Prof. E.M. Beanes, the old man, unable to carry his row, was horse-whipped to the ground, but after a while staggered to his knees and sang, "Standing In The Need Of Prayer." The laborers worked hard and sympathized with each other. Next we went into Evening Worship, opening with a Lullaby composed by Prof. Works, sang by Mrs. Lester joined by the sweetest singers in the West: Barnes, Jones, Burks, and Porter, Att'y F. C. Helm was the real old time preach-ord we have never seen a better Old Black Joe, than Mr. Edw. Jan- The whole audience of over 4000 rejoiced when Mr. Shad Jones as Abraham Lincoln, appeared and set the Negroes free at one of their old camp meetings where they were having real meeting, hidden away from the overseer and boss. Several voices in the city led the Plantation Melodies. The seventh episode made our hearts rejoice when we saw that we had many American Stars in our 50 years beginning with Phyllis Wheatley represented by Mrs. L. B. Carter; Solourrer Truth, Mrs. Mary Mozee; Frederick Douglass,'Mr. L. G. Berry; Richard Allen, Mr. P. W. Patton; Booker T. Washington, Mr. Turner Branham; Paul Lawrence Dunbar, Mr. Clinton Riden; Bert Williams, Rev. H. Francis McClure Coleridge-Taylor, Mr. Perry Caraer; Mme. C. J. Walker, Mrs. F. C. Helm; Charles Gilpin, Mr. John Craig; W. hardt Dubols, Mr. J. T. Cinneth 5 M198 ADA CROGMAN Proved to Wichita, in the organization, development and arrangement. If the Pageant that she was mistress f the situation; she knew what she had and what to do with it. She made everything that looked like failure step aside until after the night of March 5. Now the whole city and surrounding communities are singing her praise. Rolend Hayes, Rev. Wm. Mellveen; Hcn y C T ver, Mr. G. L Wost Hame T. P. Bollers, Mr. P H. Walton Judge Roberts, Mr. A. L. Case; Mme Annie T. Malone, Mrs. Sallie Graves; R. Nathaniel De t., Mr. Wendell Van Leu. This scene gave us a little peep at the Librarian representatives as Color Bearers, Buglers, Guards, Officers and Soldiers. The Arthur Gossett Post American Legion and Red Cross Nurses were the finest part of the program at the bomb of Col. Charles M. Young, while the children from L'Ouverture and other schools passing by, leave flowers on the bomb; Mr. T. W. Fines sarg so very sweetly "Dirge To A Sold or;" then a "Dirge To A Fallen Hero" In the next scene we were in the Flanders' Field with the silent dead, heroes of the World's War, among the Popples of France, representing mother, with black faces but pure hearts who believe in America and willingly made the sacrifice. Mrs. Jessie Embray sang a sweet solo to the sleeping soldiers. At the last we were taken in the Spirit of Hope, with Mrs. Grace Miller on the Throne of Hope while the from the cast, with Prof. Barnes directing, sang, "National Nozro Anthem"—Lift Every Voice and Sing," which was said by those who know—to have been better rendered than any operetta they have ever heard. Our own home talent under direction of Prof. D. E. Middleton gave us the orchestra music with Mrs. King at the piano. Thus passed into History, Wichita's best play for its history and instruction. Junction City, News. Thursday evening, Brotherhood met at the home of Mr. and Mrs. L. N. Grimes. An interesting Bible lesson was conducted by Mr. John Walker. Friday afternoon the Beacon Light Mission Circle met at the church business was the main feature of the meeting. Psalms 118:7-9 formed the text of Rev. G. T. Ralmey's sermon Sunday morning. He used for a subject: "Confidence," in which he brought out the hurt and the results of disappointing confidences. Sunday night he preached from Amos 6:1, using as his subject, "At Ease in Zion." Many helpful things were brought out. Mr. and Mrs. R. L. Robinson are the proud parents of a baby girl, born February 23, to whom they have given the name, Thelma Ernestine. Rev. C. O. Marshall passed through here Saturday enroute to Chanute. Mr. W. Johnson suffered considerable damage in his barn Friday from for of undetermined origin. WAROA SINAS FINAL CALL FOR STATE CHORUS DEAR KANSAS BAPTISTS: Pursuant to the requisite of the State Executive, I have made several attempts to get a State Chorus organized so far, there has been no unreliable response to the call. Notices have been sent out by circular letters and thru this paper with the desire that you might see the point and wake up; but it seems that some one is yet asleep. If we act at once, we can still rest assured that Kan as can win. The State Chorus is a new feature, and Kansas must not fail. There are two ways of doing this work: Since the director should train all the voices, it will be necessary for me to come to you and get you started my way or you will have to come early enough to be trained here. Let me hear from you at once. E. M. BARNES. 1061 Indiana Ave. OBITUARY. NOT DEAD—NO, BUT SLEEPETH Mrs. Frankie Vaughn Carmans Was born in Dixon Springs, Smith County, Tenn., in 1857; she was married to Cyrus Carmans in 1851. To this urion 7 children were born, five sons and two daughters, of which 3 survive. She came to strong City, Kansas, with her husband in 1885, where they lived happily together until Feb. 22, 1896 when her husband was caimed by death. She professed a hope in Christ and united with the Baptist Church in Smith Co. Tenn., more than 50 years ago, in coming to Kansas, she united with the Second Baptist Church of this city, at which place her membership remained until she departed this life March 3rd at 1:45 a.m. 1925; age 63 years. She was a loving mother, a loyal Christian, a true friend and a good citizen. Her life and Christian influence will be missed in her home, in her church, and among her friends he leaves two sons: Lee and Cyrus, one daughter, Blanche, and a little grand-daughter, Eva Mae; other relatives and a host of friends to mourn her departure. It is our loss but Heaven's Gain. Newton Kansas News. The Newton Branch of the S. A. A. C. P., gave a program Monday, March 2, at the Second Baptist Church. The proceeds will be used to defray the expenses of the local branch. Lt. W. A. Bettis gave a very interesting address and spoke commendingly of the progressive spirit of our group in Newton. The following program was rendered:—Invocation, Rev. R. D Dean; Song, "America;" Music Rickman's 'String Band; Instrumental Solo, Miss Bertha Mae Smith Reading, (Dunbar) Mrs. George Payne; Vocal Solo, Miss Lucile McWilliams; Instrumental Solo, Mrs. E. H. Butler; Vocal Solo, Miss Arnetha Butler; Address, Leut. W. A. Bettis. Sunday, March 1, was a great day in Zion for the Second Baptist Church at Newton, Rev J. L. Hawkins, pastor, preached a splendid sermon at 11 a. m. He spoke on the subject, "Stand by the Stuff;" from I. Samuel 30:24 In his discourse, Rev. Hawkins told how David, by following divine guidance succeeded in slaying the giant Goliath. If we will follow the teaching of the Holy Spirit we may overcome every obstacle. Sunday afternoon at 8 a rally was held at the Second,Baptist Church, Rev. R D. Dean and members of his congregation were with us; Rev. Dean preached an inspiring sermon. As a result of the rally $6100 were raised to pay on our obligations. Cherokee Notes MT. ERA BAPTIST CHURCH Boy, C. A. Hall, Pastor Rev. C. A. Hall, Pastor, Sunday School at usual hour 9:30. Spirits were alive. Church service at 11 o'clock; devotion was led by Dea- tor. Our pastor preached a wonderful sermon from the subject; FRIDAY, Mar. 13, 1925. THE POOR MAN'S FRIEND Great Southern Fraternal Union of America The Great Southern has long wanted an opportunity of giving the colored people of this state an opportunity to share a part of its great fraternal benefits. Therefore, having recently been permitted to do business in your state, we are asking your consideration of the Great Southern from a fraternal standpoint. The Great Southern has two great classes of benefits—namely, Living Benefits and Dying Benefits. Living Benefits. (1) From $1.25 to $5.00 per week sick benefits from National headquarters. (2) Free examination, medicine, hospital care and keep, plus operative fee, at Great Southern hospital. (3) Exemption from dues, yet guaranteed benefits, to members stayirg in the order five consecutive years who become permanently disabled to work from accident or disease (not old age.) Dying Benefits. We give as much Dying Benefits as follows: From $50 00 to $300 00 policies, graded. (2) A $50 00 burial up to 60 years. (3) A $25.00 burial from 60 to 75 years Joining fee under present dispensation, $1.50. Monthly dues $1.25 to head-quarters—never more and never less, except your local dues. Juvenile Department. Ages 2 to 16 years; joining fee 50 cents; monthly dues 25 cents; $1.00 per week sick benefits; $50 00 policy, including burial; free treatment, care and keep as adults. We have $45,000 00 worth of property; over 14,000 members put in the order within the last 24 months. A state hospital will be given you after your first thousand financial members. 1. If you want to rest easy when sickness overtakes you, get in the Great southern. 3. If you want to shed less tears at the grave of relat ves, put them in the Great Southern. 4. If you want to be great, get with something that is great—the at southern. v-o$ fire want to , be great,$u 5. If you are a live wire in your town or community and want to become linked up as an agent, apply to the Great southern. Salary and commission to real "he" men. Dr. Food T. Jones N. G. Little Rock, Ark. Mr. George W. Wagner, S. G. M. "Abraham Rejoiced to See the Day of Christ," text John 8.56 and every one was made rejoice. We will tell the world that our pastor is a God-sent minister, and covers every bit of the ground he stands upon. After a holy shout the doors of the church were opened and one came forward to join the church. We were called back at 3 o'clock to communion which was conducted by Rev. G. W. Livingston. At 7 p. m. Devotion led by Deacon L. B. . . 7:30 our pastor chooses for a subject, "The Excellency of the Gospel; text Romans 10:15. We received another Holy Ghost Shout. Last Thursday at 1:30 p. m., the Missionary Listers all met at Sister Vanhook's our pastor was present; and had a glorious meeting. Lesson, Christians Should be Missionary Women and Children as Well." Our pastor made it so plain we can all say, we are indeed proud of him. Our next mission, Thursday with lister C. A. Finney. Mollie Roberson, reporter. The revival at the C. M. E Ch. began the 26th of February by Sister Russell of Columbia, Mo. There was a proud party at the C. M. E. Church for Mrs. Russell, and Rev. and Mrs. W. M. McCray Rev. L. L. Stewart spent one day in Maple Hill, visiting some of his MINISTERS DE- CLARE BAN ON SUNDAY FUNERAL FORT SMITH, ARK., March 13—The Culored Ministerial Alliance has issued a decree banning Sunday funerals, except in distinguished and special cases, because of the interference the funerals cause with public worship. In a resolution signed by the five leading ministers of the city, it is declared that the new rule of "no Sabbath burials" will go into effect after 30 days. Civic interests in the Negro section will be given an opportunity to voice protests each Monday morning from 9 until 11, when the Alliance will sit as a tribunal at one of the local churches. CARD OF THANKS. I wish to take this method to further express my appreciation for the loyal support of my music committee and the chorus during the rehearsals and staging of the Pageant. The very liberal comment on the excelling qualities of all our chorus work gives us to know that the chorus co-operated with the leaders in making Wichita's Pageant, the best ever. E. M. Barnes, Ch'r'm. Music Com. members. Services at the First Baptist Ch, were well attended. Rev. Stewart preached an able sermon; text from John 15:4; subject: "Abiding In Christ." Offering was good. Rev. L. L. Stewart and Mrs. Estella Logan were dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Ira Davis of Newberg, Sunday afternoon. Mrs. Harry Hall, Mrs. Sweeny and Mr. David Jones attended revival services here this week. Rev. L. L. Stewart was a visitor in McFarland, the past week. Walter and Faustina Hall were week-end visitors. Mrs. McCutcheon attended the funeral of Miss Ruth Gardenhire in Alma, Friday. Mrs Josie Wilson of Topeka, spent a few days of the past week with friends and attended revival meeting Estella Logan, reporter. Topcka, Kansas News THIRD BAPTIST CHURCH Rev. A. L. Branch, Pastor. The people here are feeling themselves very much improved to have their reveller with them. Sunda residents were of high note. The pastor preached one of his best sermons; every soul was edified and elicited. The Sunday School with its efficient leader, Mr. Lucker is a great or every Sunday with rapid reced. Mr. P C Thomas at the head of the B. Y. P. U., is beginning to feel happy over her new organizist on. Ever Local section rendered one of the best programs on this Sunday, that this people ever witnessed Dr and Mrs. A. W. Ross, Mrs. Ross' sister Mrs Haigis of CoTeeyville, and others were in our servicer. Dr. Ross preached a profound, logical sermon, fully spiritual. We all say with the prophets: "Cur hearts burned within us while he spoke by the way." ARE YOU AWARE? BY E. M. BARNES. That the fellow who thinks is the fellow who gets things done? Usually, the fellow who doesn't think has to work at something laid out by the thinker. There are such few thinkerc in this world that it requires about all of their time laying out and planning something for the fellow who doesn't think to do. Hence, the individual who seems to be idle but draws the big salary. It is not the man who can do the most work; but who can keep the Five Cents Per Copy MANSTRUCK BY TRAIN IS KILLED MANSTRUCK BY TRAIN IS KILLED (Preston News Service) LITTLE ROCK, ALK. March 13—John Summers, 22 of Pine Bluff, was killed instantly at 1 o'clock Tuesday afternoon when struck by a Missouri Pacific passenger train in the North Little Rock yards. Summers and his brother, E. M. Summers were walking along a track in the yards when they saw a freight engine approaching them. They stepped off the track onto the other and John Summers did not see or hear the approaching train. E. M. Summers saw the train in time to leap to safety. Cherryvale News Notes. Sunday services were well attended throughout the day. Sunday School at 9:45. All teachers and officers were at their posts with a good attendance. Morning service at 11 a. m. Opening song service by the Junior choir. Pastor Wm. Thomas was at his best; text Acts 12:11, meeting was very soul stirring. B. Y. P. U. at 6.00 p. m. Sunday was Ever Loyal Section to render program which was very unique and musical. They received 100% also the banner. The Union is progressing nicely; more new members. Tessie Wheaton, President, and Nellie Roberson, Secretary. Evening service began at 8:00 p.m. Opening song service by the Senior Choir. Scripture reading by Rev. J. H Daniels of this city. Pastor Wm. Thomas then chose another wonderful text, Acts 20:26: "For this thing was not done in a corner." The old ship of Zion was moving. Everyone present feasted on the Holy Spirit. The Mission Circle met Tuesday afternoon 2:30 at the church for regular business. Young people's prayer meeting every Tuesday night at 8 o'clock. Grand Mother Celia Taylor departed this life late Sunday night Maren 8th; after a few weeks of illness. She was over the 100 mark of age. She had been here since the civil war. She had no near relatives. We all know our lost as a good soldier is heaven gain. She was laid to rest Monday afternoon in the Fairview Cemetery. Mrs. T. E Walker was taken to Parsons, Tuesday, where she will undergo an operation. Mrs. Wm Thomas went to Coffeyville, Tuesday, on business. Rev. J. S. King is at Sedan, this week Those on the sick list are improving slowly. Mrs. Ruth Wheaton had a birthday party Sunday afternoon in honor of her daughter, Helen Louse. A number of little tots enjoyed the afternoon playing games; a dainty luncheon was served. She received many nice presents. She was five years of age. For a good sleeping room, see Mrs. Mary Craigs, W. Main. Get a hot lunch at pig-ear's wagon; hours 8:30 p. m. to 12. Eat your meals at the Landis' cafe. West Main St. That a six year older can see something in adjectives? Two little girls one day were quarreling, and being outdone by the larger, the smaller girl (6 years' old) said, "you crazy fool L' Becoming very much displeased with her new "nickname" the elder girl related the matter to her mother. When the mother called the little girl in question, she stammering and stuttering for a while, said, "I-I-d-did'n call her no crazy fool." mother, well what did you call her? "I-I jus said, "you old fool." The noun fool had no meaning to the youngster; it was the adjective crazy that was so important at this time. St. Matthews Notes Rev. J. W. Goodall, Pastor. One of the most interesting lessons was sympathetically felt by our St. School of the death of our Lord and 'our Jesus Christ by the hands of his enemies. Many good thoughts brought out to help the Christians to run the race; and when we have done our best for our friends and they continue to oppress us let us do as our Heavenly Father, "Forgive them for they know not what they do;" a daugh good can be accomplish. Morning service was spiritual; the pastor was at his best, splendid music by the choir. Glad to have with us Lain this service, Mrs Butler and son of Newton; Mrs. Hayden of Calvary Baptist Church; Mrs. B. A. Neely, mother and daughter, little Miss Helen, of Eldorado; Miss Blanchie Madison of Larned. Call again. Choir rendered an excellent program last Sunday evening. Visit us. We are planning to show you a beautiful site on that corner in the near future. Come over in Macedonia and help us. The W. H. M. Society held a business meeting last Thursday at the home of the President Mrs. O. A. Briley. Mrs. Goodall served a delicious dinner last Tuesday with much success at 25c per plate. Don't miss the League at 6:30 p. m. every Sunday; it is interesting. The N. C. Literary Friday evenings desire your presence. Mr. A. A. Jackson was called to Cotton City, on account of the death of his brother. He has returned. Mrs. O. A. Briley was called to Kansas City on account of the illness of her daughter-in-law, whom we hope is much better. St. Jary Baptist Notes Rev. J. E. Douglass, Pastor. Our services were very good throut the day. Our Sunday School is continuing to increase each Sunday; much interest and enthusiasm is being manifested by the teachers and pupils in the Lincoln Highway Sunday School Auto Race, come out and join us and get in the race. Pastor preached two wonderful sermons morning and evening services. Good attendance as usual. B. Y. P. U., at 6:00 p. m. Ever Loyal Section had charge of program, which was very good. Ever Loyal Section had charge of program which was very good. Ever Loyal won the banner, contributing $4.20 A number of visitors were present in our B. Y. P. U., among whom was Mr. E. M. Barnes, who made some very timely scarr s. Visitors are always welcome in any part of our services. Sick Sisters Vinla Prutt, Helen Burks, and Williams were able to worship with us Sunday. Dinner will be served Friday evening by B. Y. P. U. Home Mission will meet with Mrs. Nesby, 1143 Cleveland. Prayer services Wednesday evening of each week. Our Junior B. Y. P. U., is doing a splendid work with Mrs. J. E. Douc out at ful Guide, and Katherine Garrett, her assistant. abernacle Baptist Rev. Wm. McIlveen, Pastor Sunday-school was largely attended; still increasing in its growth of young people. The superintendent of the cradle roll reports a list of new babies every week. Eleven o'clock services were largely attended. Our pastor preached from the subject; "The Wonderful Christ." Cutunes: 1st, Wonderful in His Incarnation; 2nd, Wonderful in His Birth; 3rd, Wonderful in His Person; 4th, Wonderful in His Death. At 3 o'clock, our pastor was Invited to preach, and choir to sing at Grnt Memorial A. M. E Church. The sermon was a Missionary Sermon he spoke from Jonah 3:2. He emphasized the Prominent Words: 1st Arise; 2nd, Go. It was a powerful, intellectual and spiritual sermon. At 8 o'clock, Bro. R. Christopher, one of the young ministers of the church, preached. B. Y. P. Q. at the usual hour 6:30. Dinner will be served at the church Saturday evening as usual. At 11 a. m., our pastor Rev, R. 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Strait-Tex Herbs $1 00 Is a vegetable preparation that actu- ally straightens and restores the original color to gray or faded hair Color permanent—positively willnot rub off nor matter how often the hair is shampooed Three shades: Black Brown and Chestnut Brown. Kokomo Shampoo 60c par beurre Is made from pure cocoanut oil; cleans the scalp and roots of the hair in a natural, healthy manner. Bronze Beauty Vanishing Cream 60c par beurre Is a soothing, greaseless vanishing face cream that will not grow hair. Bronze Beauty Lemon Cream 50c par beurre 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 par beurre Are suited to all complexions. Can be successfully used on dry or oily skins. The shades High Brown and Bronze Glow are favorites. $1 00 per unit Is a special hair straightener for men positively guaranteed to straighten the most stubborn hair from 10 to 20 minutes without the use of hot irons. Will not injure the scalp or turn the hair red. AGENTS WANTED EVERYWHERE Strait-Tex Chemical Company 600 FIFTH AVENUE PITTSBURGH, PA., U.S.A. Pope preached an able sermon from the Gospel of St. Luke 14.21-23; subject: "The Great Supper." And the Lord said unto His servant: Go out into the highways and compel them to come, that my house may be filled." A lesson to be learned, is of free grace. Jesus came to save no special class, but all men are welcome. God is no respecter of persons; is everready to use us in His service. It is our duty to compel men to come to Christ by our upright living. Our pastor also preached again at a subject: "Where Dwellest Thou?" 1 c Bible school was well attended. The study was received by Mr. R. A McMurray. The Allan Stats are holding them meetings at 6 p.m. The A. C. E. League held their annual election at the meeting 7 p. m. The following officers were elected: Jno. D. Jones, president; Jas. Anderson, vice president; Thos. Glover 2nd vice; Sadie Graves, secretary; Jurius Neely, assistant; D. Roth, Humphrey; Velna Mae Gardner, organist; chorister; instructor young men's division. Miss Fern Phelps young women, Miss Ella Washington Lookout Committee, C. Riden, Susie Wilkins, Myrtle Douglas, Gwendolyn Olerson. Prayer Meeting: Rev. Pope Jessie Hiller, Jeanette Hickman, Rutil Jordan Thelma Letcher, Wm. Crutcher. Finance: R. L. Brooks, Muriel Letcher, Julia Nely, Forest Williams, Ruth Rickman. Stewarden Board No. 2 served the dinner Thursday. The Ladies' Aid Society held the meeting on Wednesday afternoon. ABILENE NOTES Mr. John Smith and newphew, Tawain White have returned from an extended trip in the West. 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Cleveland, Indiana, Ohio, Wabash and Washington Between 11th St., and 12th St. REMEMBER— LINGOLN 15/10 the 1312 ES an N SHOE SHOP ES and is saving their SOLES First Class Work and REVEMBER- Best Grade Leathers ! 7 N. Lawrence Wichita Kane --- writing and we are all hoping her a speedy recovery. Mrs. Nellie Brisco of Nebraska, is here owing to the illness if her mother, Mrs. Baskerville, Mrs. Nora Walker and two children also accompanied her mother. Mr. Frank Smith, our only colored barber, was seriously burned Thursday a. m., Feb. 26th from an explosion of an oil stove in his shop. Only quick action saved his life. The shop was a complete loss. At this waiting he seems improving. Mrs. Frank Smith underwent an operation at the Memorial Hospital Mar, 3rd. She came out fine and is now reported recovering. Mr. Harold Noble Smith is home called by the illness of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Smith. Mr. and Mrs. Tennis of Halina, stop ped between trains last week and visited relatives. Miss Jennie Smith of Kansas City visited relatives over the weekend. . . . See Me At Once. Phone D. 3851 Office ```markdown ``` Mr. D. Simpson, Mrs. Hulda Patterson and driver, Mrs. S. Hampton and family and Sgt Murry Gibson and family motored to Salina, Feb. 22, and called on Lev. Robert Cox, them we were glad to see recuperating. Mrs. Tan Curtis and daughter and Miss Erther Chares were Salina, visitors, Sunday, Mar. 1st Mrs. Marla Gary and niece Helen of Oakley, spent the weekend with her mother Mrs. B. F. Gary. Mrs. Chas. Tade and Gaurikons visited with Sgt. M. Gibsons, Sunday. The P. A. Club is progressing nicely only it seems the greatest progress is made among the older members, who are taking great interest. Several very attractive articles have been presented showing skilled hand-craft among us. The Club was royally entertained at the home of Mr. and Mrs. A. B. White 315 miles North of Detroit, Kansas. 127 No. Topeka, Upstairs -Abllene Reporter. 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Those songs were very closely connected with slavers and but slavery meant. * I faithfully the Negro's innermost life, both intellectually. the only connecting link between the young Neal their ancestors. 6. They increase spiritual fervor because they were born on adversity and tribulation. 7. If they are sung in the right spirit, a revival is sure to follow. 8. Once songs of our fathers should be preserved with their first and truest interpretation. 9. There are the original JUBILEE SONGS. All other collections are feel immilations and careless revisions. 0. They are the legacy of parents and ancestors whose memory we should delight to cherish. Send a copy order by return mail for a full supply for your par and congregation. Price fifty (55) five cents, single copy. Like (55.75) dollars and seventy-five cents per dozen. Order from CRAWFORD-CRAWFORD CO., Real Estate, Investments RENTALS HOUSES AND LOTS FOR SALE Phone Mkt. 3265 600 1-2 N. 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Write on one side of paper for publication.—Notify your paper. ROOM to rent to Christian man and wife, MODERN, near Calvary and St. Paul Churches. Call M. 774L. NEWS reaching this office later than Wednesday morning, is 100 LATE for that week and will have to come out later. 'E All-tourd printer wanted! Reference necessary—1211 Wabash Avenue, Wichita, Kansas. * S * THE world is steadily bidding the state man with a constructive idea and the honest conviction of a courageous heart to press on up the greater leader of success. There is at the top in the State, Church and School for those who have caught the progress which is to be determined by individual worth a finite constructive program along political, religious and acting upon a firm basis laid by progressive thought it has not been subjected to the opinion of those who have not advanced beyond the radical trend is in which the storm of prejudice agitation swaged the masses. The race today demands men who think and act certain, along some lines pro or our after a series of quiet hours in deep thought and ONE of the outstanding features in a recent pageant is that it has demonstrated that with a safe, some leadership the colored people of Wichita, in common with race members the world over are able to accomplish the large things which if followed will lift a community into an atmosphere far removed from the ordinary small trash pile of modern scandal which served the Devil's aim by hampering race talent and ability. hust rather than Dogmas stands out as the central figure around which service to Humanity is grouped; Positive workers who think and refuse to be swept from their feet by every all-wind of gossip and rumor; Sensible appreciation and recognition of a leadership having something tangible to present for consideration together with a definite goal can produce the great, the glor ous, the sublime from the ranks of any people. This the recent pageant has fully disclosed. May the latest forces for the community good which it has developed ever continue to live and Serve. Caldwell, Kanass Notes Sunday morning services were well attended. Our Pastor Rev. B. C. Rannavadona delivered a very good sermon Text. "Woe unto them that device iniquity and work evil." Micah 2:1. I stay afternoon at 3 o'clock he preached at the A. M. E. Church; in it I right out the fact that we are all "losing interest in the Church and God." After a short sermon Sunday night a business meeting was called on account off some very important business, heeding immediate attention. Mr. and Mrs. L. D. Payton, Mrs. Ed. Barnes and Mrs. Roena Buford, were called to Elleno, Sunday morning by the death of their nunt and sister-in-law, Mrs. Will Minor. The bereaved have our sincere sympathy. Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock the young people helped Mr. Ed Nolan celebrate his sixty-fifth birthday. Light refreshments were served and all loved a good time. Mr. and Mrs. Edgar Harris and sister and Mr. Mark Ross, motorized to Wichita, last Thursday to attend the pageant, "Milestones" of the Race. Mr. and Mrs. Roy Hamlet accompanied by Mrs. Alice Jackson drove to Anthony Monday, on business. Mrs. Malissa Otto's condition has not improved very much as yet. Mrs. Woodland is confined to her bed very seriously ill; but seems a TELEPHONE MARKET $130 SDAY AT WICHITA, KANSAS, Editor and Publisher NEGRO PRESS ASSOCIATION Assistant Editor Assistant Editor Assistant Editor St . 'Phone M. 1665 Local Editre June 12th 1919, at the Post Office on March 9, 1870 TION RATES: $1.50 .90 .50 .20 sign name whether or not it is to be paper. We reserve the right to reject us at once, when you fail to receive a little better. Leota Paken, Agent and reporter Manhattan News. Rev. Purnside was called out of town last Saturday morning. In the absence of Rev Burnside Rev. S. H. Duncan fillet the pulpit (Continued post leave) LOCALS Mr. E. Bates of Littl. Arkansas, has been visiting it the city. Mrs. J. C Banks and uhter, Miss Nellie Banks, after a visit in the city has returned to their home, Pretty Prairie. (OME to the new C. T. Conservatory Lawn Monday afternoon to plant your favorite flower-Corner 12th and Wabash-One block from 13th Street Bus Line. Mrs. B. H. Smith of Pratt was a visitor in the city for several days. Mr Harold Carter of Medicine Lodge has been visiting in the city TWO ROOMS for rent, nicely furnished—516 Ohio Avenue, On Bus Line. Mrs. Ida Gravelly has returned home from a visit to Newton and Valley Center. 1000 Tickets are out for the FA MOUS PIANO RECITAL to be given here by MR. R. NATHANIEL DETT APRIL 6, at 8 p. m., in the Calvary Auditorium, Elm and Water. Come early to get good seat. No seats reserved. Mr. Geo. W. Wagner of Omaha Nebraska, is in the city working in the interest of the Great Southern Insurance Company, headquarters in Little Rock, Arkansas. Mrs. N. D. Briley was called to Kansas City, Sunday on account of the illness of her son's wife. Mrs. E. H. Butler and Junior were the guards of Mrs. Hayden, Sunday Mrs. Mary Williams shot and killed Mrs. Mary Collins on North Main St. Sunday evening. Mr. Sam Wilson of Guthrie, Okla. is here visiting his aged mother, Mrs. Bettie Wilson, and other relative, in North Wichita. Mr. and Mrs. Morris Woods are proud of another fine girl. Mother is doing well. Mrs. Bennett, quite an old and respected citizen, passed away last week. Living alone and seemingly with no near relatives, while ill, her request (though others offered service) was to stay with Mrs. J. A. McAdams, 625 N. Wightta St., at which place she quietly passed away. Funeral service from St. Paul Ch. The members of the G. L. A. Club met Tuesday afternoon in the theme of Mrs. V. Crutcher. Quotations and Current events were given. A talk was made by Mrs. P. O. Miller. On Mrs. Bethune, National Club President, followed with interesting remarks by the members. A daintral elaborate luncheon surgestive 68. Patrick was served and highly enjoyed. Next week they will meet with Mrs. Elma Jones, 1135 Cleveland. The next Big Treat for Wichita, is the appearance of MR. DETT, April 6th Calvary Auditorium GET TICKETS EARLY. Heartily endorsed by Mr. Otta Fischer, Dr. Ross W. Sanderson and City's all leading Institutions. The Negro Star-for the good of the people EASTER SUITS —FOR ALL— NAME YOUR PRICE, COME GET THEM The World's Finest Imported and Domestic Fabrics, Spring or Fall Weights. ALL WEAVES ALL SHADES. FIT, FINISH, AND WORKMANSHIP THE VERY BEST EASTER APRIL 12TH. NICE AND WARM PLACE YOUR ORDER NOW Closing out a Lot of Men's Fine Woolens by the Yard, Less Than Mill Prices. H. H. HOLLIE The Best In Tailoring Since 1895 505 N. 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