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THE NEGRO STAR FOR THE GOOD OF THE PEOPLE [Portrait of a man in formal attire, facing left, with a serious expression.] 4 A. W. ROSS. vale, Kans., at the Bethlehem Baptist Church, Rev. Wm. Thomas. Pastor. We were met at the station by Rev. Thomas and taken to the parsonage on 2nd St. At 1 large service Bryant our St. --- Vol.18,No.37, MOVEMENT OF EXECUTIVE SECRETARY We are just closing up an extended trip through the Southwestern part of the State. We visited several churches in Neosho Valley and Southwestern District. Our first stop was with Iola. Rev. E. S. Scobey has recently been called to the east rate of this field. Sunday, Dec. 6, we helped to install this pastor in the work. Rev. Scobey is a man of unusual ability and a great preacher, we are expecting Iola, unnor its new leadership to take its place in Kingdom activities. Sister Gordon more than made it Dec. 7th, we stopped at Humbolt, here, we were greeted with a full house of younger and older members, who showed great appreciation for the visit and express a willingness to do their part. They have under construction a very beautiful church building. Rev. Hopson has for 20 years been the honored pastor. Dec. 8th, we returned to Chanute, the great citadel of Neosho Valley District, Rev. C. O. Marshall, the very brilliant and efficient pastor the truth: from whence we went to the parsonage and was soon served to a delicious meal by Sister Marshall, who spared no pains in making our visit a pleasure. New Hope is one of our strongest churches, with a great program. We spent the evening at Sister Glover's, the president of the Mission Circle. Sister Glover is one of the women helpers of the State who is a credit to the denomination. We spoke to a very appreciative audience at night. We may expect great things of new Hope, under Rev. C. O. Marshall. Dec. 9, we found ourselves in the Great Southwestern District at Cher- Rev. Thomas had just closed a great revival; The preaching and conducting, had left his people in a high spiritual condition. We preached to a large and enthusiastic audience. The Junior Choir in Mr. Robinson, the very efficient and consecrated choir leader, rendered very inspiring songs. I am praying that other leaders will follow the example of Rev. Thomas and preach in their own revival. Try Bro. Pastor, you can't measure the good results that will come to you and your work. We were glad to see Rev. J. S. King recovering full from his pro- tracted illness. We were served to a splendid dinner at Sister Smith's whose husband is the lunch man of Cherryvale. Dec. 10th, we found ourselves at Independence, with the Baptist Seer, Rev. Chas. Teal, Pastor Teal was so well but had just recovered from his first sick spell in years. We can not estimate the value of our conference with this great man of God. We were happily received by his good people at night. Rev. Teal is now serving this people at Maple Street for more than 25 years; God has greatly enriched his labors. Dec. 11th, we entrained for Coffeyville, the place where we spent over four years of the happiest period of our life. Rev. S. A. Williams is the pastor of Calvary; Rev. P. D. Stinner, of Sardis; Rev. J. W. Hale, Pastor o. St. John. On this trip we visited Pastor Williams who has his work in first class condition; all his forces are well organized and he is looking forward when he will begin to execute the completion of his main auditorium. In answering the call to this church, Pastor Williams has proved himself truly a man of God, with exceptional qualification for doing large things and as a preacher of extraordinary ability. We will hear great things from Calvary of Colfeyville, in future. We were greeted with a large and enthusiastic audience. Dec. 13th, we were at Parsons, the Jerusalem of Southeastern District, Rev. A. L. Gardner, Pastor of New Hope, and Rev. J. M. Bryant, Pastor of Macedonia. These two Pastors had planned a great day for our coming. And it was a day which will long be remembered. Both men are wide-awake and both are a unit on work of the denomination; they can not help but succeed. At 9.30 a.m. we attended the Sunday School of Rev. Bryant at Macedonia, which was very much enjoyed and helpful. At 11 a.m., we were greeted by a large audience of Macedonia, the service was enjoyed by all. Rev. Bryant has just recently come to our State from Oklahoma. He is a man of experience and has a large vision of God's Program. He has accomplished wonders since he has been at Macedonia, and the people have a mind to work. They have under construction a new edifice. At 3 p. m., both churches held a Mass Meeting at New Hope, Rev. A., L. Gardner was Master of Ceremonies. Here we witnessed a rare sight. Dr. Gardner has his church well organized. When his two choirs Senior and Junior marched in singing (clothed in white robes) Holly! Holly! Holly! it seemed as if heaven itself came down. The Spirit of the Lord was upon TRUSTEES OF FISK ELECT NEW MEMBER Dr. Georgia A. White, dean of women of Cornell University, and daughter of George L. White, founder and first interpreter of the Jubilee Spirituals was elected a member of the Board of Trustees of Fish University at a recent meeting of the Executive Committee of that Board held in Nashville. Because of Dr. Whit, a back ground and lifelong contact with the families of the founder of Risk, she brings to her new duties a deep interest and real wisdom and sympathy. It is the general feeling that her addition to the Board of Trustees is directly in line with the enlarged policies of spiritual, mental and material growth and expansion of the school. The Trustees who spent Saturday and Sunday in Nashville, expressed themselves as pointers with the manner in which the school is being run. Mr. L. Hollingsworth Wood, Vice-chairman of the Board, in expressing the confidence of the board in the ability of the local authorities to administer the affairs of the school at a meeting of representative white citizens in Nashville, said: "Fisk cannot be run from New York, it cannot be run by Nashville, it must be run by and from the hearts of Fish campus." The trustees also appointed Miss Etholyn Sexton, dean of women, and Prof. Ambrose Calliver, Assistant Dean of the University, members of the Interim Administrative Committee. DR. WILLIAM N. DEBERBY PREACHES AT FISK SUNDAY Dr William N. DeBerry, of Springfield, Mass., preached Sunday, December 13th, at Fisk University, in Memorial Chapel. Dr. Deberry, who is a Nashville citizen, is a graduate of Fisk University, and also a trustee. He received his B. D., from Lincoln University. For more than a quarter of a century Dr. DeBerry has been a pastor in Springfield, where he organized and built the St. Johns Congregational Church, which is one of the most unique institutional churches in the country. He is a ripe scholar and forcetu speaker. He was here attending a meeting of the trustees of the University. us and we poured out our souls in Kingdom's visione and realities. At 8 p. m., we preached for New Hope. The house was packed to its capacity. Again the march of robed choirs. Too much can not be said of the work done by Rev. Gardner and the help rendered by his wife sister Gardner. We witnessed one of the largest B. Y. P. Us. in the state—up and doing. Rev. Gardner, like Rev. Thomas, is now conducting his own revival and the results are amazing there were 2 additions. Sunday. This Pastor and people have the Kingdom work on their hearts. We are today, 14th, at Fort Scott, we will serve Rev. Beauty and Rev. Smith, while here. Thence we hope to go to Topeka, for the holidays. Here is wishing all a Merry Christmas and a happy New Year. A. W. ROSS, Supt. of Mission, and Executive Secretary. OLDER BOYS! CONFERENCE ECHO MEETING SUNDAY, 20, 1925, 3:30 P. M. Boys' Division, Water Street Branch Y. M. C. A. 1. Song of Conference ... Glee Club 2. Scripture and Program ... W. L. Hutcherson 3. "Welcome and Pep Singing" ... Paul Woods 4. "The Devotions and Addresses" ... Wilburn Fort THE WOMEN'S LIBRARY President of Western Women's Convention which just closed a very successful meeting at St. Joseph, JOHN H. HARRIS B. H. NEELY, 1203 OHIO AVE. The recently elected Commander of The Arthur Gossett Post American Legion, who is putting over the Program in a big way. He is also having published a very easy method, city guide—Read it. IT'S FOR YOU! Mothers, wives and sisters of Ex-Service Men—There has just been completed a 50,000,000 American Legion Endowment Fund which that son, husband or brother should share Do yuo care; or are you trying to follow our foreparents and die trying to get your share? When the time comes now you will distinctly understand that the American Legion has succeeded in raising this fund and surely will have the say about where it goes and to whom; and it is to be considered that in many cases it will not be the service man who will get any of the money but it will be you women after all. So we the members of Arthur Gossett Post No. 273, American Legion warn you to send to the Y. M. C. A. Central and Water Streets Northeast corner, Wednesday night, 8 p.m. Those service men of the World War, with their 1926 membership, $2.75 and get them lined up before it is too late, and you women are invited to the auxiliary meeting at 1108 Cleveland, next Thursday night at the residence of Mrs. Helen Duke, your membership fee is $1.00, if your husband or brother is a Legionaire.—B. H. NEELY, Commander. 5. Music of the Conference, Glee Club, Vocal Instrumental.....Frank Garrett 6 Song of Conference, Glide Club 7 Entertainments Banquets, Sight-Seeing, Homes, etc.....Willis Hockett 8 Delegations, Race Groups, Responses, etc.....Montel Parks 9 Demonstrations, III-Y, Jr. III-Y....Joe Mason 10 Sunday Morning Service Discussion, etc.....Jas. Douglass 11 Remarks.....W. L. Hutcherson 20, 20, 10, is a deserving untiring Christ.an worker and is leading the faithful followers on to victory. 12 Offering 13 Closing Song 14 Benediction LODGE NOTES WICII!TA, KANSAS, Dec. 10—The Silver Temple No. 10 held its election of officers for the ensuing year as follows:—Worthy Princess, S. C. Whitney; Vice Princess, Minnie King; Worthy Secretary, Jewel Benson; Assistant Secretary, Viola Reilly; Treasurer, Belle Perry; Joshua, Mabel Nichols; Sr. Marshall, Rosa Pauline; Jr. Marshall, Susie Young; Sick Committee: Margie Pamel, Ida Deemer, Beatrice Kelly, Silvia Underwood; Right Arm Bearer, Alice Walker; Left Arm Bearer, Clara Williams; Caleb, Caleb, Rosa Burks; Trustee Board: Katherine Garrett, and Elizabeth Haris. Great Bend Notes Services at First Baptist Church were well attended, Dec. 13th. The Sunday School opened on time by Supt. Sister Mary Smith. All teachers were present. This was our Big S. S. Rally Day. The lesson was explained in a short sermon by Rev. James Moore. This proved interesting and something new for the S. S. Special music was rendered by Miss Ernestine Crowder Timely remarks were given by our visitors, Mrs. Goodman of Denver, Colorado; Mrs. Clemons of Colorado, Texas; Mrs. Smith and Mrs. Booker of this city. The result of our Rally was $19.25. The Senior Class contributed $11.25 of this amount. Our S. S. is a livewire. The Pastor, Rev. Wm. Paxton took for his text Sunday morning, 'But by the Grace of God I Am What I Am.' 1st Cor, 15:10. Sunday evening his text was, "I am not ashamed of the Gospel for it is the power of God unto Salvation to everyone that believeth." Ronn. 1:16. Both sermons were well worth hearing. Mrs. E. C. Clemmons of Colorado, Texas, is visiting Rev. and Mrs. Paxton. Mrs. Clemmons is an old friend of the Paxton family. We are preparing for our Christmas Program. The little folks will render their program Xmas Eve night. The Older ones will give their "play" Xmas night. Mr. Leonard A. Brown is a new member of First Baptist Church, baptized by Rev. Raimey. The Junior Mission is "putting things over." We our proud of our young girls. Great Bend, is still on the map and intended to stay. So don't think we are dead here. We have talent, some money and good will toward our fellowmen. G. L. A. CLUB NOTES. The members of the club met on Tuesday afternoon at the home of Mrs. L. C. McCullough. Current events and quotations were given. Five Cents Per Copy BROWNE SUES 9 WHITE NEIGHBORS FOR $100,000 IN FIGHT TO OUST HIM FROM HOME. (Preston News Service.) NEW YORK CITY, Dec, 18 Samuel Browne let or carrier and the owner of a race controversy in the Cantlon Hold strict of Staton Island on Thursday filed in the Richmond County Church office at St George complaining in a suit asking $100,000 damages from nine white neighbors on the ground that they sought to deprive him of his home. Mrs. Browne is joint plaintiff in the action, and the first of those named in the complaint is Musco M. Robertson, wealthy real estate dealer and head of the Robertson Development Company, which founded the Castleton Hill Development. Mr. Robertson is a next-door neighbor of the letter carrier, and last August was indicted for conspiracy toust Browne from the community. Five others were named as "Jono Doe" at the same time. EIGHT OTHERS NAMED Whether six of the nine named in the civil suit Thursday are these "John Does" is a matter for speculation. These named by Mr and Mrs. Browne in addition to Robertson are Lewis M Robertson, his son; Charles A. Price, Harry V Carher, Louis Spamer, Charles A Knoisel, William Buen, John Schimel, Jr., and Edward Hess. The suburb of Castleton Hill awoke to the spectre of a race problem two years ago. It was at that time that Browne, with his wife and three children, moved into the white house at No 67 Fairview Avenue which he had bought for 84 500. Browne is six foot tall, muse. lar and a veteran of the Spanish-American War. Mrs. Browne is a graduate of Columbia University and teaches sc. oll. When the family moved in, neighbors decided something must be done and Browne was offered $9,000 for his house Later he was offered $10,000. It was according to Mrs Browne, while this offer—representing a profit of $1,500—was being considered that a gang of six or seven men descended upon the property early one morning and destroyed some shrubbery and broke several windows. Since that time a patrolman has constantly been on guard. Robertson has been indicted and in $500 bail. The chief surprise was the naming of the eight other residents of Cast lots No. 1. The complaint charges specifically that the defendants conspired to have the mortgage on the house foreclosed to have his insurance policies canceled, to have the auction made upon the house, which resulted in damage to his flower beds and windows and also to have him transferred from the Stapleton Post Office to "some other remote position." Browne insists that he was willing to sell the house for a fair price but after intimidation tactics were employed he then felt, as a matter of principle he decided he must not move. The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People was understood to have stood back of him in the Protest. Browne is the only Negro resident in the neighborhood. Musco Robertson emphatically denied all allegations in the complaint, as did the other eight defendants. The other eight men admitted they had met to discuss the situation, but said they had in no way conspired against Browne but had merely discussed the purchase of his property. All said that violence against him was the last thing they desired. The time was spent in needlework and the transaction of business. A delicious repast was served by the hostess. They will meet next week with Mrs. E. Reed. The members of the club met on Tuesday afternoon at the home of Mrs. E. Reed. Current events. Quotations were given. Needlework was engaged in. The transaction of business was included; a afternoon was spent. A delicious repast was served by the hostess and highly enjoyed. They will meet Dec. 29th at the home of Mrs. P. B. Bates. RELIGIOUS AFFAIRS OF KANSAS IMPROVED UNIFORM INTERNATIONAL Sunday School Lesson (By REV P R FITZWATFR, DY, Drea of the Evening School, bloody Bible in attitute of Chicago) (C. 1824, Western Newspaper Union) LESSON TEXT—Matt 2 1 15 GOLDEN TEXT—For unto you is born this day in the city of David, a Savior, which is Christ the Lord." Luke 2 11 PRIMARY TOPIC—Wise Men Visit the Baby Jesus JUNIOR TOPIC—Wise Men Follow the Star INTERMEDIATE AND SENIOR TOP- OVER THE CHRISTMAS SMITH IC—The Christmas Spirit TOUNG PEOPLE AND ADULT TOP- IC—The Prince of Peace Note: For this Sunday's lesson the lesson committee has given us an op- tion of a Christmas lesson or a sum- mary of Paul's life. It is presumed that most teachers will prefer the Christmas lesson since Paul has been the central figure for six months. I. The Wise Men Seeking Jesus (vv 1:2). These wise men who sought Jesus were either Arabian or Persian natrologers, students of the stars. The appearance of an unusual star attracted their attention. Perhaps they were acquainted with the famous prophecy of Balaam (Num. 24:17) Doubledless through the Influence of the Jews who remained in Chadha, or the direct influence of Daniel extending to this time, they had become acquainted with the hope of a Messiah. The light they had was dim, but they lived up to the best they had. We learn from them: 1. That All True Wisdom Leads to the Savior, for He is the Fullness of Wisdom. 2. That God's Word shall Not Return Unto Him Void (Isa 55:11) The seed must upon the Eastern writers brought forth fruit after many days. This ought to bring confidence to many ministers and Sunday school teachers who have not as yet seen the fruit of their labors. 3. The Grace of God Calls Men From Unexpected Quarters Some who have the least opportunities give the greatest honor to Christ, while others, blessed with the richest opportunities, shalt Illum out II. Herod Seeking to Kill Jesus (vv. 38). The news brought by the wise man struck terror to Herod's heart. He was not alone in this for all Jerusalem was troubled with him. A glimpse at the social customs in and about Jerusalem in that day will enable us to understand why this news brought unenlightenment to the people. They were living in the greatest luxury. Beautiful apparel, sumptuous feasts, palatial houses, etc., led to gross immorality. We can thus readily see why Herod and all Jerusalem should be troubled. They did not want a Saylor who would save them from their sins; they wanted to continue in them. Herod demanded of the priests and scalles information as to where Christ should be born. They were soon able to tell him. These people had a technical knowledge of the Scriptures, but had no heart for the Saylor as set forth therein. Conditions much like these prevail today. This reception of the Saylor shows that perseverance of heart is the cause of so many being in different to Christ, and of their opposition to Him when His claims are presented. It is true today that the luxuries of wealth, the frivolities of the fashion lovers, and the gross immoralties to which these lead, make Jesus Christ unwelcome in many quarters. The wise men, having obtained the desired information, started immediately to find Jesus. As soon as they left the city the star which had guided them from the East appeared on to lead them on—not that it had disappeared from the sky, but no doubt that city buildings shut out its light. The star guided them to the place where Jesus was. When they found Him they worshipped Him in this they displayed true worth. They did not see any miracle, only a babe, yet they worshipped Him as king. Blessed are they that have not seen and yet have believed (John 20:20). Note God is ever ruling providence in all this. Many hundred years before the prophet it said that Christ should come from Bethlehem (Micah, 5:22) God said red affairs that Mary should be brought to that city to give birth to Christ. You us be assured that nothing can threat the divine purpose. God so and red that these men should depart another way, thereby defeating heroes whatsoful purpose. Through these wise men the Lord gave gifts into the hands of Joseph and Mary before their going to Egypt. Doubtless this served a good purpose in meeting their expenses during their stay there. Truly all things work together for good to them that love God (Rom. 8:25). Life Life is but a day, and the hours free Soon it is high noon, then afternoon evening, night when all service ceases. —R. L. Anderson. "Simplify and purity are the two wings by which a man is lifted up above all earthly things." A wrong deed should be immediately repented of and confessed. ```markdown ``` '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. ```markdown ``` Practices in all Courts. Notary Public in Office. Office 628 N. Main St. 'Phone M. 3462 Wichita Kansas FRED G. HELM Attorney-At-Law 'N. K. The Miracle and Sn Straightens the HAIR and is guaranteee AGENTS WANTED. 'N. 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When you get hungry get a real hot meal at Landis and Brown's Cafe on West Main. Get a nice cool comfortable home like room, Mrs. Craig's on West Main Go to Pig Ear's Wagon for good, hot sandwiches of all descriptions; hours 8 p. m. to 12. Sunday School 9:45 with Supt. Bro. McBurgess in chair. Lesson reviewed by Pastor Thomas. Services at 11 o'clock; after a short devotion, Pastor Thomas chose for discourse 2nd Timothy 2:3: "Thou, the former endure hardness as a good soldier of Jesus Christ. Subject: "Ensurance." Right after services some went in cars and others boarded the interurban for Independence, where at 3 o'clock; Baptizing services were held at the Maple St. Baptist Church, Rv. C. Teal, Pastor. Pastor Thomas chose for his discourse Luke 3:4 and preached a wonderful sermon. The fire and the Holy Ghost was certainly there. Pastor Thomas baptized 9. The crowd returned to the vale, and at night services they were given the right hand of fellowship. Pastor Thomas preached at night; a wonderful sermon from Matt. 24:4, after which the Lord's Supper was ad. B. Y. P. U., was called at 7 o'clock by President proper; as they were late, the lesson was omitted and space allowed for group No. 2 to have program, which was short but sweet; they received the highest amount of finance but not 100%. On Wednesday night, Dec. 9, 1923, we had the pleasure of hearing and seeing our most noble missionary, Rev. A. W. Ross who preached a won- The Negro Star—for the good of the people WICHITA'S BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL INDEX CLASSES AND PRIVATE LESSONS FOR CHILDREN ONLY derful sermon, found 1st Epistle of John, 4:16; subject: "God is Love." The Missionary certainly brought out many points on home mission; how we neglect home mission; how the churches that are able to afford a pastor ought to help the ones that are not able, and in seeing that the home ministers get out and find charges where there are no past is and the people are praying to God for a good man. Come again Rev. Ross. The following are the subjects that our able pastor, Rev. Thomas, discussed the 2 weeks of a very successful revival, held in Cherryvale, 1st night, "Get Out of Town." Gen. 19:19; 2nd, "Stay Out of the Fire." St. Luke 16:28; 2nd, "Poor Jesus, Born In a Manger, Buried in Another Man's Tomb." Luke 2:7; 4th, "Dancing Is a Dangerous Thing." Mark 6:22; 5th, "Come and Get a Robe," Rev. 6:11; 6th, "Just Take a Drink." St. John 7-37; 7th, "If You are Sick, Come to the Doctor." Matt 11:28; 8th, "Personal Experience." John 9:25; 9th, "What Are You Going to Do With Him?" Luke 23:14; 10th, "Hang Out Your Sign." Lev. 12, 13; 11th, "A Way Out of No Way," Gen. 22:8; 12th, "Get Off Your Horse." Rev. 6:8; 13th, "A Long Ways From Home, With Just One Friend." Daniel 6:4; 14th, "I Dare You to Try My God," Gen. 22:8; 15th, "Job." 14th chapter, 19th verse; 16th, "The Harvest is Past, Summer is Ended, and We Are Not Saved." Jor. 8:2. Miss Nannie Roberson, Mr. and Mrs. P. Tolbert and Son of Independence, attended services Sunday night Mrs. Janie Bryant and children of Coffeyville, are here for a few days. Miss Priscilla Bames who teaches school in Wann, spent the week end visiting her mother, Mrs. Clara Daniels. Dr. J. H. Dixon motored from Chanute, and spent Sunday with his wife, Rev. Wm. Thomas preached for Rev. A. S. Gordon of Parsons, Thursday night, Dec. 10, Pastor Thomas chose for his discourse, Dan. 6.10; subject: "Bound as a Prisoner and how Can I Get Loose?" Mr. Todl Ratcliff went to Independence, Saturday evening and accompanied his sister, Mrs. Beulah Tolver back as far as Cherryvale, who was on her way to Gary, Indiana, for the winter. Mrs. Sallie Cooper is still improving. Mrs. Mary King is down sick again. Mr. O. W. Reddin who has been somewhat indisposed, is improving. Little Mr. Jaun Samolia is all at this writing. Ruth Wheaton, Reporter. Herrington. News. Services Sunday, were well attended at Shiloh. Rev. C. W. Wilson the pastor, preached a soul stirring sermon. The Crusaders' Community Club met Tuesday night in regular meeting with a large attendance, and quite a few visitors present; some of whom were Mrs. Waters of K. C. Mo. Dr. Carpell of Christian Church and Dr. Swartzwood of Christian Church, Lt. Dr. Wesley [Image of a black-and-white portrait of a man with a mustache and a high-collared shirt. The background is plain white. There are no other details or text present.] Office 533½ N. Main Phone M. 3868 H. T GEEDER, M. D. 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The Crusaders are growing in membership each week. We ask, if you aren't a member come out and give Mrs. G. Campbell your name and be a Crusader for Christ and the community. You are welcome to join us; come out and visit us; we assure you that you will enjoy yourself. Judge Saml. Johnson and Thos- Johnson; Judge Judge G. Campbell were at their best Tuesday night. The debating subject: "What Is The Most Credi- table to a Family to Educate, a Girl or Boy?" Judges Johnson & Johnson, affirmative; Judges Roper & Campbell, negative—As we go to press the jurors have not rendered their decision. Judge Miller is still on the bench in the case. Next re- port will bring out the winners. Get The Star at Miller's Place every Saturday afternoon. Strong City Locals. The little 2nd Baptist Church of Strong City, is still holding up the blood stained banner. Sunday morning, the S. S., was called to order at 9:45 by Supt., Sister B. Moore. In due time, the teachers took charge of classes 25 minutes. Afterwhich the lesson was very instructively reviewed by our pastor, Rev. A. G. Mason. All were very glad to see him as he has been visiting in Oklahoma for a month. At eleven o'clock, after short devotion, Rev. Mason chose for his text Heb. 11:1; "Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen;" subject: "Faith." Rev. Mason preached a wonderful sermon. It being rally day, the offering was $19.00. Deacon Turner and Bro. Walker of Dunlap, braved the cold, A. W. MARSHALL. Manager WICHITA, PHONE MARKET 5897 DRINK "400" National Chocolate Dairy Dr e Cold, for Sale Every where JERSEY CREAM COMPANY The National Chocolate Dairy Drink Ice Cold, for Sale Every where DeCOURSEY CREAM COMPANY CENTRAL Bapst Theology Topeka Adjoiring Kansas Industry NOW With Efficient Teachers Fine D Students wanted who desir E. E. WEI H. MITCHELL D. D. Dea Address all communications Things to be Summer School. 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Student Body, Missions, Faculty, Friends for Institute. New Building, One Hundred acres of land A. W ROSS, Gen. Missionary GRADE A PASTEURIZED MILK & CREAM Malted Drink-For Sale The Famous Chocolate Everywhere in the City, 5C Medical A Surgical Obstetrical C. T. WOODS ME C. T. WOODS MEMORIAL HOS E. E. BOWSFR, A. B. D. D.. Surgeon-in-Chief 310 North 14th St Surgeon-in-Chief 10 North 14th St 310 North 14th St. PARSONS. KANS. At 3 o'clock the children's Band was called to order by the President, Sister Bell Pennninion; after devotional lesson study and remarks by the Pastor and others. The Band was treated to candy and pop-corn balls as a reward for good attendance. At 7:30 we assembled again, after the usual devotion, 20 minutes were given for each one to testify. Afterwhich, Rev. Mason selected for his text Daniel 5:5 "In the same hour came forth fingers of a man's hand," ete; subject: "The Hand-writing on the Wall." Rev. Mason cer- --- --- M.4118 to come and help us. Biological Seminary Keeka, Kansas. Industrial Education Institution. NEW OPEN Lovers. Splendid Campus in Dormitory. Desire to study for the ministry. WEAVER Principal. Dean. A. W. ROSS. Director to either of the above persons. To be Prayed For: Student Body, Missions, For Institute. New Building, Andred acres of land A. W. ROSS, Gen. Missionary SURIZED MILK & CREAM N KMOR Sale The Famous Chocolate in the City, 5C YERS DAIRY Ambulance Service Phones 2081- 274 MEMORIAL HOSPITAL rth 14th St. tainly preached a wonderful sermon. We only wished that the whole state of Kansas counld have heard him. Then we went into a very solemn Communion service, Offering $27.75. Bro. Henry Lewis is better but not able to come to church. Mrs. Bertha Moore returned home from Newton, where she has been caring for a sister who is not so well. Mr. and Mrs. P. Morrow visited the letter's mother, Mrs. R. Levell, Sunday. Rev. Mason administered the Lord's Supper to Bro. Henry Lewis Monday morning. --- ```markdown ``` 132 N. Walnut St. Mary Baptist Notes Rev. J. E. Douglas, Pastor Beginning with the 1st Sunday, Dec. 6. we had a soul stirring covenant meeting followed up with the Lord's Supper. Splendid services throut the day. Our union revival meeting of New Hope and St. Mary's began on Monday night conducted by Rev. F. M. Liggins of Emporia, Kansas. He failed to get to us on Monday evening, Rev. J. W. Hayes preached for us. from the subject: "Have Faith in God." Tuesday evening, Rev. Liggins arrived, preached from the text Mark 5:28; subject: "The Touch That Tells." Wednesday evening he preached from the subject: "Repentance." Thursday evening his subject was, "Power of the Holy Spirit" Friday evening his subject was, "Truth." The Holy Spirit was present each night. Our hearts were made to rejoice to see souls coming to God. We are all convinced that Rev. Liggins is a God sent man. After getting some rest Saturday night, we all returned Sunday morning with doubled determination to gain souls. We feel safe to say, our physical bodies were rest, we did not forget to pray, for the Lord wonderfully blessed our services. Sunday. we had a goodly number present in the S. S. Many bright faces out to hear the word of God. Rev. Liggins preached for the New Hope congregation Sunday morning. Pastor Douglass preached for us; he selected his text from Acts 8:37; and preached a soul stirring sermon. We enjoyed the message as it was delivered with power. At the close, three came for baptism. B. Y. P. U. Session was filled with interest and enthusiasm. Ever Loyal rendered a splendid program; also won the banner. At 7:30 prayer services began. This being the end of the week's meeting at St. Mary's, he selected he text form John 1:9; subject: "True Light;" he was seemingly at his best. He preached a wonderful sermon, Outlining the Functions of True Light as follows:—1st, Illumination; 2nd, Revelation; 3rd, Inspiration. All enjoyed the message. We rejoiced to know that we had been illuminated by that light, have had Revelations and received inspiration. At the close, three came forward, confessing the Lord Jesus. This closes the week's meeting at St. Mary's with a total of 33 accessions; 15 for baptism. Some of this number joined the various churches of the city. The S. S, teachers and pupils are preparing for the Xmas program and Xmas Tree on Xmas Eve. Coffeyville Notes. Our Sunday services were very good. S. S., opened on time and good attendance. Much interest is being manifested in the S. School under the leadership of Supt. E. II. Bruley, the Sunday School is on its way to success. The Young Men's Bible Class was well attended, Sunday. This class was recently organized. Officers: Miss B. Thompson, teacher; Mr. Russell Holmes, Secretary; Mr. James Roberts, Jr., Treasurer. Watch for the report of the Men's Bible class—Its goal is goal is 400 members. At 11 a. m., our pastor, Rev. S. A. Williams delivered an able marmon, the presence of the Holy Spirit was manifest. In his discourse, he pictured very vividly the need of us letting our lights shine, so that people may see our good works and glorify the Father. It is essential for us to keep in touch with Ills presence day by day. At 3 o'clock Sunday afternoon, the Pastor's Aid Society held a call meeting and plans were made for the holidays. At 6:30 p. m., the B. Y. P. U., Session was good as usual. Willing and Ready being the hanner class. At 7:30 evening worship. The Pastor preached an eloquent sermon, which was enjoyed by all. You are always welcome to worship with us. Mr. A. D. Grant has opened a 1st class restaurant on Union Street. When you want an up-to-date dinner; visit Grant's Cafe. Rev. A. W. Ross, our Supt., of Missions, preached at Calvary Baptist Church, Friday night Dec. 11, Rev. Ross brought many interesting thoughts to us. Rev. Ross is a preacher of no mean ability, a successful leader, and is making good --- THE RELIGIOUS AFFAIRS in the Missionary field Mrs. Mae Puritt and little Dorothy Mas and Pauline Puritt, visited in Coffeyville, last week. They were the guests of Mrs. G. W. Cain. Mrs. Hunigan entertained with an elaborate dinner for Mrs. Puritt on Sunday Dec. 13th. They motored back to Independence, Sunday evening. Mr. Renfro who is with the Atlanta Life Insurance Co., will spend the week in Parsons. Mrs. Ida Mae Harris entertained with a 6 o'clock dinner, Friday evening, Dec. 11; Rev. A. W. Ross of Topcka, and Rev. S. A. Williams. While in Coffeyville, Rev. Ross was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. D. M. Hunigan. Mrs. Hettie Roberts spent the week-end in Parsons, Kansas. Mrs. Cora C. Goodlow, formerly of Coffeyville, but now a resident of New York City, is visiting her mother and father, Rev. and Mrs. II. II. Hopson. Funeral services for Mr. David Sharp, 121'g East New St., who died at his home Saturday night, were conducted by Rev. S. A. Williams, Pastor. Funeral services for Mrs. Jennie Stephens, who died at her home, 503 East Fifth St., Saturday morning, were conducted in Sardis Baptist Church at 3 o'clock Monday afternoon by Rev. P. D. Skinner, Pastor. S I DON'T WANT YOUR MONEY If you are satisfied with ugly thray and faded Hair, that makes you look like you are fifty years and when you are only thirty Don't write me but save your clamps BUT IF YOU ARE NOT SATISFIED with your Gray and faded Hair, Red this add and end me your order in return mail. After a vast amount of scientific search and experiment a preparation has been discovered that will restore a Colored Lady's Hair without leaving the sign. 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Warned of the sins of omission, should be faithful in the discharge of our church work, in the home, lead true Christian lives." The session of our Bible School was held at 9.45 a.m., Lesson study reviewed by Rev. Brooks. Our Xmas Tre with an impressive service will be held on Thursday evening, Dec. 24th. The A. C. E. League meeting was held at 7 p. M. The Ladies Aid Society held a very successful bazaar on Wednesday evening. The Mite Missionary Society met on Friday afternoon at the parsonage. Our pastor's wife, Mrs. C. E. Brooks, will spend the holidays on a visit with relatives in New Orleans. Quarterly meeting will be held on Sunday, Dec. 27th. Winfield News Notes. Sunday was a day to be long the Negro Star-for the good of the people Barbecued Meat Coney Islands and Cold Drinks Enroll at Once Study Voice -Study with a Specialist Study with Madame Gray at the C. T. C. Study at the "School of Opportunity" Only "Expert" Teachers are employed at the Coleridge-Taylor Conservatory of music remembered by the membership and friends of the Second Baptist Ch. listening to the two very excellent semions by the Pastor, Rev. I. H. Fisher in the first anniversary services, of the Pastor beginning at the Sunday School hour, a very interesting lesson was presented to the anxious students by the teachers. Promptly at eleven o'clock, the morning worship began with the Junior Choir furnishing the music; Miss Mattie Sims at the piano. The Iastor's theme for this occasion was, "The Church;" he made it very plain that the church was the only institution among men that had a charter from heaven to do business. He traced the church in its three periods, namely: Patiarchal, Jewish, and Christian. He gave as a closing thought:—Tllet the church is divided into two parts—Visible and Invisible." A wonderful message. A very interesting session of the B. Y. P. U. was held at 6:30 p. m. A musical program was rendered by Missionary Groun. Evening worship began at 7:45; The Senior Choir furnishing the music. The theme for this hour was "Building God's House;" the minister so graphically pictured to us how Nehemiah organized Israel for the task of rebuilding the torn down walls, each individual doing his bit. He also spoke of the "Sambalus that try to retard the work of Kingdom extension. He admonished us to never stop doing work for God as long as we have the assurance that He is with us. Thus closed one of the most wonderful days of worship that we have witnessed in a long time. We have started another pastoral year with Rev. Fisher leading this host. The Dorcas Club is sponsoring a Fashion Show and Manles Wedding Tuesday night December 22; much interest is being manifested. Our Christmas exercises will be held December 24th. This church will observe Friday, January 1st, 1920 as Emancipation Day, and the special speaker for this occasion will be Cant W. L. Huterson, Secretary of the Water Street Branch Y. M. C. A., Wichita, the local post of G. A. R. Veterans and all Ex-Slaves will be guests of honor. Our annual church meeting and watch night service will be held on Thursday night, December 31, the ladies of the Missionary Society will serve coffee and doughnuts free. We most cordially invite all visitors and strangers to make this church your church home; you will always hear the Gospel preached in its purity with that delightful fellowship that Second Baptist is noted for. FORT SCOTT NEWS Mrs. Mildred Owens of Fort Scott, President of the Neosho Valley District B. Y. P. U. Convention, was invited to Iola, by Mrs. J. W. Gordon and Rev. Scobey, to organize a Model B. Y. P. U., for the Second Baptist Church there. Mrs. F. Coran and Miss Eather Campbell accompanied Mrs. Owens to assist her. 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The church expects to invite Mrs. Owens over again, soon to see how her work has progressed. Mrs. Viola Mrs. Viola Brown invited the visitors out for dinner and Mrs. J. W. Gordon spared no pains to make them welcome while in her home. Miss Esther Campbell has returned home from a two weeks' visit with her sister, Mrs. Cleo. Taylor, of Kansas City, Mo. NICODEMUS NEWS Sunday, Dec. 13, was a well spent one in spite of the stormy weather. CRAWFORD-CRAWFORD CO., Real Estate, Investments RENTALS HOUSES AND LOTS FOR SALE Phone Mkt. 3265 600 1-2 N. Ma n S Wichita, Kansas "SAY IT WITH MUSIC" The COLERIDGE CONSERVATOR 12th and 13th Learn to sing or play STUDY MUSIC WITH Study Music At the Largest STATE PIANO VOICE VIC LEARN TO Take The Dipl Get Scholastic CALL OR Miss Doroth 1241 WABASH AVF. PHONE M 3130 REDDICK ELECTRIC AND NOTION Men and Women while you Men's half soles Men's half soles Ladies' I have Rubber Heels: Lad k and L. M. leat her L. E. Reddick. 60 DO YOUR C BUYING We have a con Furniture and for the home. Some of our Sp Cedar or Walnut Chests Floor Lamps Bridge Lamps all New noking Sets For the Tricycles, Scooters, Wagons. Rockers Make a small Paymen hold till Christmas. The COLERIDGE-TAYLOR CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC 12th and Wabash in to sing or play. Surprise You HANDY MUSIC WITH A SPECIAL Music At the Largest School of M STATE PIANO VOICE VIOLIN HARMON LEARN TO COMPOSE Take The Diploma Course. Get Scholastic Credit. CALL OR WRITE Miss Dorothy L. Sims SH AVF. 3120 WICHI BACK ELECTRIC SHOE SHOP AND NOTION STORE and Womens' Shoes while you wait. Men's half soles Leather $. Men's half soles Panco $100 Ladies' 1 half soles 75c Per Heels: Ladies' 35c Men k and L. M. leat herused and all work Reddick. 605 E. Mo DO YOUR CHRISTMAS BUYING NOW We have a complete line furniture and Floor cover the home. One of our Special Gifts For Walnut Chests - - $12,500 Lamps - - $13,000 Lamps all New - - $3,900 Sets - - $1,500 For the Kiddies Bicycles, Scooters, Foot Balls, Co- Wagons, Rockers, High Chair are a small Payment down and w still Christmas. COLERIDGE-TAYLOR CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC 12th and Wabash Learn to sing or play. Surprise Yourself. STUDY MUSIC WITH A SPECIALIST. Study Music At the Largest School of Music in th STATE PIANO VOICE VIOLIN HARMONY LEARN TO COMPOSE Take The Diploma Course. Get Scholastic Credit. CALL OR WRITE Miss Dorothy L. Sims 1241 WABASH AVF. PHONE M. 3120 WICHITA, KANSAS 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' 1 haf soles 75c Rubber Heels: Ladies' 35c Mens' 40c k and L. M. leat herused and all work guaranteed. L. E. Reddick, 605 E. Murdock DO YOUR CHRISTMAS BUYING NOW We have a complete line fo Furniture and Floor coverings for the home. For the Kiddies Tricyclea, Scooters, Foot Balls, Coaster Wagons, Rockers, High Chairs Make a small Payment down and we will hold till Christmas. Tiner & Sons 912-14 N. Lawrence 222 24 E. 21st. Street. people of Nicodemus, were at their post of duty. Sunday School, well attended. Services began by singing and praying, led by Deacon John Robinson. Church Progress-failure of crops, the derfully blessed us to close out our year being indebted to aceived great encro The Pastor brought to us a very demonstrative message from 2nd Kings 6:17; subject: "Our Unseen Helper." The subject was outlined in the following manner: Our Helpers: 1, They are More; 2, They are Stronger; 3, They are Supported by the Powers of Heaven. Central Truth: "They that fight against God's People or God's plans fight against God, and they that fight against God will fail." Many characters were brought to mind who fought against God: Pharaoh, Ahab, and the Syrian army, Saul of Tarsus, and many other thought's were brought out by the Pastor in this great sermon, all those pointed out made a failure. The Holy Spirit was present and all rejoiced. --- E-TAYLOR DAY OF MUSIC Wabash Surprise Yourself. With a Specialist. First School of Music in the DOLIN HARMONY COMPOSE oma Course. Credit. WRITE by L. Sims WICHITA, KANSAS C SHOE SHOP IN STORE Shoes' Shoes repaired you wait. Leather $.90 Panco $100 Soles 75c Soles' 35c Mens' 40c used and all work guaranteed. 05 E. Murdock CHRISTMAS NOW complete line for Floor coverings Special Gifts Are: - $12.50 to $30.00 - $13.00 to $16.00 - $3.95 to $9.50 - $1.50 to $1100 Kiddies Foot Balls, Coaster S, High Chairs- down and we will Phone M. 4025 Phone M. 1794 Church Progress-In spite of the failure of crops, the Lord has wonderfully blessed us and enabled us to close out our year's work without being indebted to any one. We received great encouragement from our leader. We are striving for a better program next year. Sick List-Many were on the sick list with colds and LaGrippe; but through the faithfulness of Dr. T. F. Wilson, whom we believe to be more than a match to the task of sickness; all are recovering nicely. The Sunday School will have a Christmas Tree, Christmas Evenite and all children of the community will get a box of candy. The Pastor is working on a great program for 1926 which will involve more than 40 officers; If you want to see the hope of Western Kansas, come to Nicodemus. Sister M. E. Thomas is planning a trip to Kansas City, to visit her daughter, Olivia.—Read The Star. --- ISSUED M. W. S. Moor E. M. M. I. Office at W. One Year Six Month Three Month One Month is to the once 1241 Wabash Avenue TELEPHONE MARKET 8130 ISSUED EVERY FRIDAY AT WICHITA, KANSAS. H. T. SIMS, Editor and Publisher 1241 Wabash Avenue ISSUED EVERY FRIDAY A H. T. SIMS, E. MEMBER OF NATIONAL W. S. Moore E. M. Barnes Miss L. Covington, 501 N. W. Entered as second-class r Office at Wichita, Kansas, under the SUBSCRIPTION One Year Six Months Three Months One Month The writer of any article is to be published. Write on the right to reject any ma- once, when you fail to receive * MEMBER OF NATIONAL NEGRO PRESS ASSOCIATION Miss L. Covington, 501 N. Water St. Phone M. 1665 Local Editor Entered as second-class matter June 12th 1919, at the Post Office at Wichita, 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 your paper. As this paper goes to the Public next week, the world will be celebrating the birth of a Child, whose birthday grows more bright as time marks the distance farther and farther away from the incident, but strong and more real does the incident become. The Prophets said he would be called a Prince of Peace, and a Mighty Counsellor and we witness that every person who allows Him to be born in his heart becomes more peaceful and any nation who accepts His teaching becomes a mighty source for righteousness; and either has council for others that surpasses all understanding. We should rejoice that the Saviour has come, but it should be the last day on which to get drunk and act like dumb driven cattle. The birth of the Saviour, appeal to your better self and make you take inventory of your life and see if His birth has been in vain in your life. Can't the loving Saviour count on you, to constrain others to give this Christmas a serious thought of what it has meant to have the influence of a Saviour's love tor 1925 years in the world. He did not come to destroy, but to love it back unto goodness and God. Will you let Him love you? He came from ear that you might have life and have it more abundant. No man has a great life unless He loves Jesus, the child born in Bethlehem of Judah, 1925 years ago. He fills your heart so full of love until there is no room for hate and prejudice. MERRY CHRISTMAS and a HAPPY NEW YEAR is the wishes of The Star to all. SOME people are dead, but they don't know it; because the preacher has not said: "Dust to dust, ashes to ashes." They have no one believes them; no one counts on them to think nor act. They have lost out in everything; no one believes them; no one counts on them to think nor act. They are dead, just waiting for someone to tell them so. As soon as mother earth calls, her part, they will go; only giving place to the public that it might use their space. Pinch yourself and see if you are alive and figure out what you are doing that the world might know that you are alive. The editor received an invitation from the Hon. Jno. L. Webb, of Hot Springs, Arkansas, Supreme Custodian of United Woodmen, to be present at the opening of their new office home and bath house, a building which is a great credit to the race. LOCALS GREAT PROGRAM Brown's Metropolitan Jubilee Singers, gave a very splendid program at Second Baptist Church, Hutchinson, Rev. V. S. Cooper, Pastor. They also sang to a crowded house at the First Presbyterian Ch. (white) one nite last week. Monday nite, Mrs. V. S. Cooper moved herself an ideal hostess, honoring the Brown's Jubilee Singers at her home with a superb dinner. FIRST NEGRO TO HOLD OFFICE Miss Mildred Griffin, an accomplished young woman of this city, has recently been appointed Social Case Worker for the city; the first appointment of its kind among our people. She will take up her duties January 1st, 1926. It is very necessary that we prepare ourselves; then positions come. This is just what happened to Miss Griffin. Mr. Elmer Kemp of Omaha, Nebr. brother of Mr. Edward Kemp, was in the city during the week, enroute to Arkansas City on a visit with his parents. Xmas exercises and a Xmas Tree at St. Paul A. M. E. Church Thursday evening, Dec. 24th. Mr. and Mrs. F. W. Crouch of 529 N. Main, announce the birth of twin daughters; Sloe Clemente and Sloye Katherine, at St. Francis Hospital Dec. 6. They lived 21 hours; the Lord saw fit to take the dear little --- THE NEGRO STAR TELEPHONE MARKET $130 AT WICHITA, KANSAS. Editor and Publisher NEGRO PRESS ASSOCIATION Assistant Editor Assistant Editor Water St. Phone M. 1065 Local Editor Smatter June 12th 1919, at the Post Act of March 3, 1879. RATES: $1.50 .90 .50 .20 Please must sign name whether or not it one side of paper. We reserve the letter for publication.—Notify us at your paper. ones to rest. The mother is now at home doing nicely. Mrs. Patton of 1241 Ohio, is glad to have her cousin, Miss Mason of Missouri. Mr. Grave, a student of Wilberforce University, enroute from a game in Oklahoma, stopped over here with his sister, Mrs. Kussen White. DELIGHTFUL LUNCHEON Mr. and Mrs. Sam Oliver served a very delicious luncheon in honor of Miss Alva Underwood, sister of the hostess, that afternoon. The luncheon was served in four courses. Twelve guests present and all left expressing themselves as having had a very, very delightful time, and give much credit to Mr. and Mrs. Oliver as Ideal host and hostess. Miss Dorothy Sims will leave Sunday afternoon for Mississippi to spend Christmas with her father. Telegrams have come requesting Miss Sims to give some piano lessons while away for the benefit of the Conservatory. The piano department will be open weeks. A prize will be given the Miss Sims returns. Levs, Marchant and Liggins were in to see us during the week. Rev. C. H. Glass and Mrs. O. A. Briley left Wednesday night for Kansas City, Mo. to attend the Bishop's Council of the C. M. E. Church on Dec. 17, 1925. The sad news reached us of the death of Mrs. Montgomery, the wife of Rev. S. Montgomery, pastor of King Solomon Baptist Church. The funeral Monday afternoon. B. T. W. Club Notes The Club met with Mrs. B. Fox as hostess, Thursday, D.c. 10, State laws were given as quotationn. Mrs. B. Gunther was hostess, on Thursday, Dec. 17th for the B. T. W. Club with good attendance. Will meet Dec. 31st with Mrs. F. C. Helm. There was a meeting at Mrs. Looney, Saturday, Dec. 12th to organize a Jolly Social Club with 12 present. After electing officers, a Christmas Party was planned. Next meeting will be at Mrs. B. W. Crawford's. E. B. B. Club Notes. The members of the club met on Wednesday afternoon at the home of Mrs. Emma Taylor. Current events and quotations were given. "Teaching Truth;" was the subject of the lesson study. Mrs. L. Dixon and Mrs. Mary E. Horton were visitors of the club. They were served to a nice luncheon by the hostess. their meeting next week will be held with Mrs. F. Calhoun, 902 N. Ohio. Members of the E. B. B. Club, held their meeting on Wednesday afternoon at the home of Mrs. Calhoun. Devotions were led by Mrs. L. Johnson. Current events and quotations were given. The subject of an interesting lesson study was; "Thinking of Jesus." Mrs. Ethel Williams was a guest of the club. They were served to a nice repast. Next week they meet with Mrs. Mabel Nichols, 1007 E. 12th. NOTICE TO'PASTORS AND CHOIR LEADERS FROM E. M. BARNES Distributing Agent for Gospel Pearls and Baptist Standard Hymnal. Are you willing to do something real simple and sensible, to make your church work easier and more effective? If you want your congregation to be interested in the services and take part in the worship, you must get the kind of songs that appeal to them. 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Recommended Sent by parcel post on receipt of Good Commission - Wr Mrs. Mary Washington E. A. POE, 2125 N. LAWRENCE AVE. WICHITA, KANS. 16 Jewel White Gold WRIST WATCHES $15 $15 FOR SALE BY CRAWFORD & CRAWFORD Phone M. 3265 601½ N. Main St. East 9th St. 5 rooms, strictly modern, practically new; for quick sale. 519 Ohio, 4 rooms semi-modern, Garage, 50 feet East front for quick sale $1700.00, $100.00 cash and $18.00 per month. 813 Cleveland consideration $2800; $140 down and balance just like rent. 5 Rooms, modern, East front; Barn, basement and Blue Grass lawn. 619 Ohio, 4 rooms, East front, garage; Semi-modern $1700; $18 down and $18 per month. 8th Block on Cleveland, 5 rooms modern 50 feet East front, basement, barn, shade trees for quick sale $3000, $1500 cash and the balance like rent. 600 block on Cleveland, 5 rooms, strictly modern; long living room fire-piece, basement and garage, corner lot: a bargain price $3650. $500 cash, balance like rent. 18th block on Cleveland, 7 rooms, semi-modern East front, 2 lots and garage, for quick sale, $2700; no interest, $300 cash, balance like rent. 8th Block on North Water 7 rooms, strictly modern, 60 ft. East front for quick sale. Price $4,000. Liberal Terms. 11th Block on Cleveland, corner lot 50 ft. East front, for quick sale, $950. Liberal Terms. 6th Block on Cleveland, 5 rooms, 50 ft. per East front, modern except furnace Price $2000 00, $300 00 cash, 25 00 a month. EAST 9th St. 5 rooms full basement $12 modern except furnace $3.500 $300 cash, $30 00 per month and 17th Block on Ohio one 7 room house $3 Genuine Quality Tailoring 1. Collar extra well padded to hold shape and hug neck. 2. Lapels well padded with minute stitches to obtain softness and correct roll. 3. Pure linen canvas front avoids breaking and keeps coat in shape. 4. Linen stay used to reinforce pockets prevent sagging and hold front in shape. 5. Double reinforced safety edge, Fine strip of Cambric sewed in stitching of edge on both sides to prevent haircloth from coming out. 6. All wool lining to insure satisfactory wear and service The Season's Newest Fabrics Guaranteed All Wool Everything One Price Only—no agents. Trading means getting a square deal. Guaranteed. Buy here from E and you'll save $10 to $15. Dry Cleaning AILORING CO., Mkt. 1253 YOU WANT YOU WANT IT Form of Stomach Trouble, your wonderful Tonic for Indigestion. Heart After Eating, Chro on the Mouth, Coated Tougue General Weakness, try this ded by thousands. Price $1.04 of money order. Write For Terms 938 Wabash Ave. one three room house on corner lot $2,000, $100 cash, 25.00 per month. FOR SALE—9th Blork on North Washington, $1,000, 3 rooms, 50 ft. ($50.00) fifty collars down, $15 fifteen dollars per month. FOR SALE—A fine building site 50 ft. by 140, Tenth block on Ohio Ave. Liberal Terms. Meridian Avenue South 15th block, 2 new four room houses and 100 feet of ground, consideration $1800.00 Terms $200.00 cash, balance like rent. Fifth Block, Ohio; 6 Rooms, 3 lots full basement, Semi Modern, Price $2200.00. Terms. Cleveland Avenue: five rooms Modern, Garage, chicken yard. for quick sale, Price $3800.00, Liber Terms. 10 Block on Indiana: 4 Rooms, Seml modern. Cleveland Ave.: Sun block, 5 rooms modern, Good lot. Price $3150.00, $200 cash, $2500 per month. 13 Block on Santa Fe St.: 5 Room, East front, Seml Modern, $1500.00 Terms. Madge Avenue: 4 Rooms 18 lots. Price $2600.00. Liberal Terms. East Murdock: 6 Room modern basement, Garage - Price $2800.00 Terms. One 7 room, one 5 room house on good corner lot both modern 900 block on N: Water St. A Bargain at $4700 terms. A number of houses for sale on 635 Wabash, 7 rooms with gas, $13 50 per month. 1011 Cleveland, 3 rooms, semi-modern, $16 00 per month. 1224 Cleveland, 5 rooms, electricity and gas, $16 00 per month. 1104 E. 13th St. 5 rooms, electricity, gas, $18 00 per month. 827 N. Wichita, 3 rooms, electricity, and gas, $12.50 per month. 图 615-17 N. Wichita St. 4 rooms Duplex, $16.00 per month. 523 N. Main, 6 rooms, modern $22.50 per month. 718 N. Water, 6 rooms, semi-modern $20.00 per month. 1302 Irliana, semi-modern, 4 rooms $13.00 per month. A number of two and three room apartments $9.00 and $12.00 per mo. $3750.