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THE NEGRO STAR FOR THE GOOD OF THE PEOPLE HEAR ROLAND HAYES WORLD RENOWNED M. H. ROLAND HAYES SING AT ANY OTHER PLACE IN WICHITA, KANS. THAN AT THE HIGH SCHOOL SATURDAY EVE. MARCH, 6, 1926. Besides the Kansas out of towns to attend the recital, telegrams from Oklahoma, Arahnsas, and adjoining States. SEGREGATION LAW DECLARED NOT CONSTITUTIONAL DECISION FOLLOWS TEST SUIT BROUGHT BY LOCAL N. A. A. C. P. —NORFOLK, VA. (N. A. A., C. P.) The residential segregation law enacted in Norfolk, Va., has been declared unconstitutional by Police Justice R. B. Spindle and will be carried to a higher court in order to this ruling affirmed, according to announcement by the local branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People. The first court test of Norfolk's aggregation law came about when Nathan Falk, a white merchant, opened a grocery business in a strictly colored section of the city. In order to test the law, the local N. A. A. C. P., under the presidency of David H. Edwards, made a complaint and warrant charging violation of the law was served on Mr. Talal. With Mr. Edwards as complainant and B. J. Barnes and W. W. Foreman facting as prosecuting attorneys, the case came before the Police Court Justice who declared the law unconstitutional. As the Police Court is not a court of record, the N. A. A. C. P. plans to carry this case to the next higher court on appeal, in order that a definite and recorded decision may be had holding the segregation ordinance unconstitutional WICKED LEGISLATION (N. A. A. C. P.). More wicked legislation directed against Afro-Americans has been presented in Congress during the present administration than for a score of years. The Anti-Marriage, Jim Crow Car, Gasque School Organization, and Separate Bathing Beach Bills have followed one another like an avalanche. The sponsors of these bills are more to be pitied than censored. Lacking the Intelligence to do something constructive for the benefit of humanity, they proceed along the theory that by presenting bills that appeal to Negro-haters, their tenure in office will be assured. Our group as a whole, have as much feeling against inter-marriage as the whites themselves, hence there is no need to legislate against something that is in the main obnoxious to both races. Marriage is something that can be fit to personal tastes. The N. A. A. C. P., the greatest organization that we have, can do a (N. A. A. C. P. ) Carl Van Doren, Literary Editor of The Century Magazine, contributes a long review of "The New Negro, edited by Alain Loke, to the March Number. In his review Mr. Van Doren says: If any evidence is needed, the volume is evidence that the new Negro is a civilized and accomplished being who not only has given to the nation its most joyous dialects, while may have a barbaric strain in them, and its most characteristic music, which may have been only a folk-art, but who has learned to write lucid, cogent and charming prose, which is one of the unmistakable signs of an advanced civilization." Mr. Van Doren declares that "Something has been uttered to enlarge the imaginative sympathy between the races which is an absolute essential of any decent solution of the color problem in America." Salina, Kansas News. ST. JOHN BAPTIST CHURCH Rev. M. T. Waters, Pastor. 9:45 a.m. Sunday School opened in usual manner; being such a beautiful day, had an excellent enrollment. The Supt. put a new project plan before the school to be a campaign for this month for new student enrollment, and finance. 11:30 a.m. the church was well filled with worshippers and Pastor being alert, brought a wonderful message to his hearers. 3:30 p. m. the different church organizations gathered for a program and financial rally. Mrs Parker Finch received a pair of beads as a token for being leader in raising the largest amount of money in Deborah group. 6:30 p. m., B. Y. P. U. opened by the President, Mr. Elmer Brummell. The young people are attending the Union, wonderfully and we feel very proud of them. Continued on page four) great work! In helping to oppose measures proposed by such villainous minded men as Cole Blease and others. The passage of one of these bills will set a precedent for other kinds of legislation equally as vicious. The Inter-State Tattler further opposes the Anti-Marriage-bill, because it places every unprotected colored woman an girl at the mercy of lustful white men who preach segregation in our legislative halls in the day and pursue 'women' and little girls of our group at night. The Jim Grow Bill is an insult almed mostly at our race. It is unAmerican, undemocratic and economically wasteful. The majority of white Americans are fair minded, and we feel that in the end justice will prevail. The Gasque Bill introduced in the House of Representatives by Gasque of South Carolina for the election of the school board in Washington is unjust and undemocratic for it limits colored and white people to the privilege of voting for members of their own race, which limitations and segregation in the ballot is not suffrage. The people should control their schools for they are, the largest interest the citizens has, but that control must be democratic. There is no need for separate bathing beaches for white and colored people in Washington. For all of the thousands of miles of coasts on this earth, only the short stretch from Texas to Washington has such insulting restrictions. On the Pacific coast is free from pole to pole, and on the East from Cape Horn to Texas, and then from Cape May to the frozen North all races enjoy the ocean together without friction or mutual injury. Colored people go to search of companionships. It is a the beaches to bathe, and not in civil right that they justly claim as their own. WICHITA, KANSAS, FRIDAY, Mar. 5, 1926. TENOR, AT HIGH SCHOOL AUDITORIUM, 17 Pastor of the Calvary Baptist Church, Coffeyville, Kansas, where the Southeastern Board Meeting will convene, April 22-23, 1920. OF THE Southeastern District Board and Auxiliaries CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH, Coffeyville, Kansas, April 22, 23, 1926 Rev. S. A. Williams, Pastor. THURSDAY, APRIL 22. 9.00 a. m. Ministers and Deacons' Union. Devotionals, led by Rev. J. H. Hale, Deacons of Sardis Baptist and St. John Baptist Churches, Coffeyville. The Aim, the Necessity of Prayer Plus 9:30 a. m. Theme—"Christian Stewardship." 1. God's Financial Policy or What We Owe and the Holy Way to 'Pay It.'—Dr. P. D. Skinner, D. D. Praise Service led by New Hope Baptist, Parsons; Bethlehem Baptist, Chetryvale; Maple Street Baptist, Independence Unions. 10:00 a.m. Method of Stewardship-By Mrs. M. Dial, President. 10:20 a.m. Stewardship and Missions-By Mrs. M. Warren of Calvary Bapt. 10:45 a.m. Business Hour. 2:00 p. m. Board Proper—Rev. J. T. Elias, Moderator, Song and Prayer. Topic: The Three Systems Being Used by the Churches:— THE WEEKLY NEWS President of the Woman's Convention of the Southeastern District, is urging her women to meet her, filled with zeal for the work, The Presidents of the Sunday School and D. Y. P. U. are urging that every worker be on the scene at time; that the cause will be pleased with the power of your reasoning and activities. J. H. Pittsburg, Kansas, Moderator of the Southeastern District Association, is asking all his workers to at Coffeyville, Apr. 22-23, to get in the Spirit of the work and put over the program planned in other columns of the paper. ONLY APPEARANCE IN KANSAS, MARCH 6. 1. The Free-will Offering System. 2. The Benevolent System. 3. The Tithing System. Which one of the three systems did God use and is still the God system or way of paying his own bills with His own Holy funds reserved for the Holy purpose? Short Talks by Rev. Teal, Dr. Skinner and others. 3.00 p. m. Topic, "Is Tithing Practical?"—By Rev. E. Leon Nails. 3.30 p. m. Business Hour, Reports from all Churches and Auxiliaries. NOTE:—Each person is asked to perform their part on the Program, and Observe the Time Specified. 7.30 p. m. Topic, "Stewardship."— 1. Time ... 2. Money 3. Service. 8.00 p. m. Sermon. Plans for the next Annual Meeting will be discussed at this time; also the Revision of the Constitution. The appointment of the Chairman of all important Committees. The next Annual Meeting will be held at New Hope Baptist, Parsons. J. T. ELIAS, Moderator, A. L. GARDNER, Secretary. (N. A. A. C. P. ) NEW YORK, Mar. 5—The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, 69 Fifth Avenue, has received from England, clippings of an article published in English newspapers by the Right Honorable Philip Snowden, Member of Parliament, challenging world domination by white people and asserting that the idea of white supremacy is having to be abandoned. He writes in part: "The old idea of the right of a people with a higher civilization and with a more advanced economic development to dominate the rest of the world will have to be frankly abandoned. It is being abandoned. The constitution of the League of Nations is an outstanding instance of that fact. Regardless of color, race and size, nations are admitted to the League on terms of equality. "If it were sought to maintain the domination of the white races over the colored by force the effort would be bound to fail in the long run. It is just a question of numbers. It is, for instance, seldom realized that six out of every seven people in the British Empire, are colored, "If the principle of 'numbers' or 'counting heads' is accepted as the form of government, them there is no escaping from the fact, unpalatable as it may be to the white races, that in international government the future of the world rests with the colored races." Mr. Snowden asserts that the outcome of the readjustment depends on the attitude taken by the white races, that there need not be violated and an array of white against colored, if due respect is given to the aspirations and opportunities of all peoples. "This grave problem," concludes Mr. Snowden, "with its possible menace, will be solved if it be recognized that 'all men are equal born'; and that, just as Lincoln said that no man was ever good enough to govern another without his consent, so no race has the right to condemn another race to a position of permanent inferiority." Arkansas City News PILGRIM REST BAPTIST CHURCH Rev, C. E. Woods, Pastor Sunday School at 11 o'clock, Supt. and teachers on time. We were wonderfully blessed through the instructions received. 11:30 pastor. preached from Heb. 2.8; Theme, "The Vastness of the Kingdom of Jesus Christ." 1, His Kingdom is so vast that it has not come within the horizon of human vision. 2, The Roman Empire was very vast in geographical to finite minds. 3, But what does the vastness of this Kingdom mean to us? It means we are heirs to unlimited estate for we are heir with God and joint heirs with Jesus Christ. B. Y. P. U, at 6 p. m. Lesson 3rd Five Cents Per Copy Cherryyale New's Notes. 9:45 S. S. Supt. and teachers present. Lesson was reviewed by Rev. Strassan of Parson. 11:20 devotion led by; Rev. Hill, Rev. Strassan read 15 verses of Hom. Pastor Thomas brought the message from Deut. 15:11; subject, "The Poor Always to be Found," was enjoyed. 3:00 pulpit communion was nicely depotion by Sisters Mary Roberson and Clary Daniels. Rev. Strassan of Parson, preached a wonderful sermon subject, "Jesus, A Man," which was very clearly pictured. B. Y. P. U. nt 6 o'clock; after the study, 15 minutes' song service. Group No. 4 rendered an excellent Missionary program, received high honors. Wednesday night, Feb. 24, Rev. I. II. Fisher of Winfield, preached for us a wonderful sermon from Paul. 10:11; subject: "Knowing Jesus." He certainly brought out many wonderful points from the subject. Women's Mission Society met at the home of Rev. and Mrs. Thomas, Tuesday afternoon, Feb. 23; lesson taught by Kev. J. S. King was inspirng. At 4 o'clock, Mrs. Thomas, assisted by Mrs. Lett, Nellie Robinson, Zelia Wheaton, served a delicious 2 course luncheon, meat loaf on lettuce, coffee, cream, slaw, bread, butter lettuce sandwiches, ice cream, white cake, nutted angel tood cake, home made cookies to about 25 members and friends with plenty to eat for 10c. Mrs. Trinnie Gail and daughter, Mrs. Marie Wheaton who have been here visiting daughter and sister, Mrs. Madalene Cavitt left for their home, Chicago, Saturday. Mrs. Madalene Cavitt, who was ill about 2 years, confied to her home the past 3 months, died Sunday evening at 7:15, at home on West 2nd. She was the wife Floyd Cavitt, porter at the Santa'Fe Depot. We extend sympathy to the bereaved family. Mr. Ollie Oliver, who suffered a stroke about 3 weeks ago is doing nicely. Rev. J. S. King is confined to his bed, suffering with LeGripe. The N. A. A. C. P. rendered a very up-to-date, interesting program last week. Mr. J. II. Dixon, motored down Sunday to visit his wife, who is visiting at the home of her parents. chapter Gen. 1:15. Visitors present 2. All enjoyed the message. 2. All enjoyed the message. 7:30 devotion, Scripture read. Pastor preached another wonderful sermon from Heb. 4:1; Theme, "His rest in Israel was obstructed by unbelief." 1, No one can obtain this rest in unbelief. 2, This is a restless age, because of unbelief in the Word of God. Rev. Woods was back at his post, Sunday; he has been out of town for two weeks in revival at Hennessey, Okla. Reports a great meeting. Sewing Circle met at the home of Mrs. Genie Funkhouser, 623 N. 6th. Open by song, prayer, Scripture read by Miss Bernice Ford. After one hour spent in work, lunch was served. Next week we will meet with Mrs. Rosa Ware, 712 N. 7th St. The mission sisters are trying to do real Mission Work this year. Rose Fortson, reporter, 626 N. DSt. Coffeyville Notes. CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH Rev. S. A. Williams, Pastor. Miss Hettle Harris and mother, Mrs. Ida Harris, returned from Kansas City, where they attended a Senior Play. Mrs. Lucile Harris of Chicago, is in the city visiting her mother Mrs. W. E. Love, 511 E. 7th St. Mrs. Nera Hoyle and Mrs. Elvas Hoyle are in our city, visiting her mother, Mrs. Fannie Watts, 517 E. 1st. You can't afford to miss the play ("Mrs. Wiggins of the Cabbage Patch") Monday evening, March 1st, under auspices of Harmon Playground Funds at Memorial, Miss B. Hunter, Directress. Services at Calvary, Sunday, began with a red-hot sunrise prayer meeting: a phenomenon one of the old time meetings where the Holy Sprit was witnessed as a copious shower. O the fire fell. Our minds were hurriedly carried back, centuries in the Bible to the day of Pentecost. 50 people were present. Our Slogan is 100 Easter Sunday morning. Sister Josie Bradford, leader. Calvary is being blessed with wonderful Prayer services on Wednesday nights and the Spirit of co-operation with our sister church, Sardis, is remarkable; Deacon D. Johnson, leader. 9:30 Consecration Period. 9;45, S. S. called to order by Supt. H. H. Briley; all teachers in places s. lendid lesson and good attendance. e Sunbeams, banner class. At 11 o'clock, Pastor Williams delivered another God-given sermon, accompanied by the Holy Spirit and with power, Text: "Savory and Unsavory Meats," Job 6:6. 1, Savory and Unsavory Meats for the Body or Physical Man. 2, For the Intellectual Mind or the Mind. 3, For the Soul. 1, Savory and Unsavory Meats for the Body or Physical Man; showing that too often we feed the physical man too much food and many times the wrong kinds of food, which is injurious to the system and for those reasons we have been urged by physicians, "diet instead of medicine." Alcoholic drinks: unsavory meats; as they are detrimental to our systems, while they stimulate, they also tear down the nerve-system; tobacco and stuff; unsavory meats as they polute the breath, defile the teeth, bad habit to set for children, and destroys the home. Great stress was put on these, letting the habit a blow, from which the users will be a long time reviving. We should make a study of what we should eat, taking in such foods as build up the Body, fitting us for service. Unsavory Meats should not be taken just to appease the appetite; savory meats should be given the physical man, because of the fact they are nourishing, wholesome, and they build up instead of destroy. 2. Savory and Unsavory Meats for the Intellectual Man or the Mind: Unsavory foods such as filthy conversations, filthy literature and evil thinking, were hit by the speaker in a way we shall not forget soon, explaining fully just how they degrade and pollute the mind, which is destined to be a power in the world, but often weakened by unsavory meats. Cautioning to feed the mind on wholesome literature, Godly conversations and right thinking. Thinking and seeing in each other rather than the bad. Time permitted only a few remarks to the last point. 3. Savory and Unsavory Meat for the soul: More important as it must live on Jesus Christ. The Word of God, savory meat for the soul and is palatable and appetizing. A great sermon, dealing in fundamental facts and truthfully we can say, each sermon is more powerful: this one was a "Masterpiece." 6:30 B. Y. P. U., Bro. Roberts, Pres. 8 o'clock, Pastor Williams delivered a short but burning message on the series of sermons; "The Different Soil"—"The Thorny Soil." Styling the thorny soil Christian as the one who hears the word but the thorns of decoit, folly, pleasure and amusement of the world choke it out. This Christian has great possibilities but encumbered with fleeting vanities; and unless we deny ourselves of the pleasures of the world, we will be robbed of our spirituality. The world can't give us happiness. Nothing but the Love of Jesus Christ, can. The Sacrificial Bible Study Period was a decisive success with the change to Saturday afternoon. A wonderful lesson; 28 present. We are still urging you to attend that we may acquaint ourselves with the word that we may derive more benefit. The object of the study period is to familiarize with the word that we may be able to spiritualize. 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Watch the papers for dates of the various programs, contests and especially the produce and merchandise rally put on by the pastors and the Mission Circle. The Martha Washington Banquet, Feb. 22, (under auspices of the special committee of circles) at the parsonage, was awarded Mrs. Eva Cotton as the best and neatest attired as Martha Washington. The prize was a box of chocolates. A two-course luncheon was beautifully decorated in red and white,-Mrs. Odee Jackson, Chair. Phone your news to 1787-W or 2301. SARDIS FIRST BAPTIST Rev, P. D. Skinner, Pastor. Feb. 22—The services at the Sardis First Baptist Church, Sunday, was a splendid success. The early sunrise prayer meeting was very helpful; attendance was good. Sunday School was enthusiastic. Banner Class No. 2, teacher, Sister Millie Anderson. 1st Bible Class was second, Bro. Deacon Sam Archie is teacher. Dr. P. D. Skinner preached a great sermon at the morning service; theme: "Fleeing From God." At 3 p. m., was trustees financial rally. The contest was between the men and the women. Dr. S. A. Williams and a large force of his members came with him to help us. Dr. Williams delivered an excellent sermon at this service, theme: "Divine Love as the Christian's Badge of Distinction." Every one enjoyed this sermon. The financial result was $26.00 for the men and $26.10 for the women of which $5.60 was contributed by the men of Calvary and $8.20 by the women of Calvary church. The B. Y. P. U., at 7 p. m. was good, Bro. N. B. Hamilton, President. The pastor delivered a special message to parents at 8 p. m. Net receipts for the day $117.00. Mrs. Hazel Henry is to be complimented, also her splendid co-workers for turning in $18.50 from her volunteer banquet.-Reporter. Junction City News. SECOND BAPTIST CHURCH Sunday School at 9:30 a. m. Well attended—lesson wonderfully taught. 11 a. m. Pastor chose text Ps. 107:15 from which he preached a powerful sermon. 6:30 B. Y. P. U., well attended Many helpful things brought to our minds, relative to the "Duty of the Fortunate." 7:45 p. m. pastor brought another soul stirring sermon from Acts 12:11. Bros. H. E. Marshall and H. Jones motored to Manhattan, in the morning to be with Rev. Burnside in worship. Bro. Jones preached in the morning. In the afternoon Sisters Devine, Samuels, Bros. Smith, Robinson and the Pastor motored to Manhattan, also, to be with Rev. Burn- The Negro Star-for the good of the people 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 WINNING CONFIDENCE In such a trying emergency as death, the immediate family must necessarily be be relieved of all the many responsibilities of funeral arrangement. In a quietly efficient manner, with a degree of perfection that leaves no detail overlooked, we have won the confidence of those we serve and those who see us serve. CITIZENS MORTUARY 110 W. Elm Street Office Mkt. 5017 PHONES:-Res. D. 402-R side. Pastor Ralmey preached the afternoon sermon for him. Those sick—Bros. O. Tolbert, J. Tolbert, L. Crews and little Wm. (Billy) Hund. Sisters M. Johnson, C. Clay, B. Herrington, E. Dade, L. Crews and Mrs. T. Bonds and Son are all doing fairly well We were very glad to have Sister G. Stephenson with us again after a long illness. 'PRAYER' 1. Prayer was appointed to convey The blessings God designs to give Long as they live should Christians pray, For only while the pray they live. 2. And shall we in dead silence lie, When Christ stands waiting for our prayer? My soul, thou hast a Friend on high, Arise and try thy interest there. 3. If pain afflict, or wrongs oppress; If cares distract, or fears dismay; If gilt deject, if sin distress; The remedy's before thee—Pray! 4. Depend on Christ, thou cannot fail; Make all thy wants and wishes known, Fear not; His merits must prevail; Ask what thou wilt; it shall be done! Joseph Hart St. Mary Baptist Notes Rev. J. E. Douglass, Pastor. We had splendid services, Sunday, throughout the day. Much interest and enthusiasm was manifested during the Sunday School hour. Many bright faces were present, to hear the word of God. The Supt., and her quorum of teachers are sparing no pains, trying to make this S. School one of the best in the city. We are really doing first line work. At the hour for services, the officers led the devotionals, followed with splendid song services by the choir. After the announcements were made by the clerk, Licentile, J. D. 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As you know I was asked to take charge of the Missionary Work for the Southwestern District. For many years Rev. Matt. S. Jones, an efficient worker, and one in whom I had much confidence, has been directing this work, but his call to Colorado, made it necessary for this change. Let us pray that Rev. Jones in his new field of labor will endear himself to his church as he did on our Missionary Field. And now for our future Missionary activities since I have been appointed it is my aim to give all the spare time I possibly can from my church. At this time, I am in Great Bend, helping Rev. Paxton in a great Institute. Our Moderator Rev. J. W. Hayes is with us, and is doing his part. Let the pastorless churches know that if they desire help, that I will be more than glad to come to them, or see to it that some other brother comes. My closing remarks are that all may pray for me that God's Program may be put over, and that Western Kansas shall have the Gospel preached to them. Your humble servant, NORRIS J. STOKES. Manhattan News. Sunday was a high day for Second Baptist. Bro. Henry Jones, licensed preacher and Deacon H. E. Marshall, both of Second Baptist, Junction City, worshipped with us in the morning. Bro. Jones delivered a splendid message, Subject: "The Christian Race." Message full of thought and very inspiring. Deacon Marshall lifted us with his singing and fervent prayer. Our minister, Bro. Burnside was on the job to see it well done. At 3 p. m., we again assembled to close out our special rally. At this service we were fortunate to have District Moderator, Rev. G. T. Raley and some of his officers present. Mod. Raley preached a great ser- --- E-TAYLOR HISTORY OF MUSIC Wabash v. Surprise Yourself. WITH A SPECIALIST. First School of Music in th E DOLIN HARMONY COMPOSE Omaa Course. Credit. WRITE Tony L. Sims WICHITA, KANSAS C SHOE SHOP Ins' Shoes repaired you wait. seals 50c weather $1.00 Ins Panco $1 00 soles $1.00 ladies' 35c used and all work guaranteed. 205 E. Murdock mon, text, Job 22:21; "Acquaint Now Yourself With God." Rev. W. C. Conwell, Pastor of Shepherd Chapel M. Church, and Rev. Skinnes, Pastor of Bethel A. M. E. Church, also members of the Mt. Zion Baptist, were with us to help put over the program. 8.00 p. m., our minister Rev. Burnside accompanied by Rev. S. C. Gordon, ascended the rostrum; after a fervent prayer by Rev. Gordon, the pastor selected for his text, Matt. 8:8; subject: "He's A Robber and won't plead guilty." Quite a few out of town people worshipped with us during the day. The special effort closed Sunday evening; total for day about $75.00. Sick List—Mrs. E. A. Allen is still sick; her sister, Mrs. Carrell of Topeka, is with her. Sister P. M. Phillips is indisposed. Sister Amanda Watson who has been so beautifully demonstrating the Camp of Israel and the Tabernacle in the Wilderness, is somewhat ill. We hope her a speedy recovery. Rev. A. L. Branch of Topeka, delivered to us a wonderful message Wednesday evening. We hope to have him again soon. Mr. Arthur Montgomery is visiting with his sister, Mrs. J. E. Johnson of 710 Pott. Ave. Mrs. Enmon- Young, who was taken ill last Sunday with a stroke, passed away, Saturday; funeral at 2:30 Monday at the Shepherd Chapel M. E. Church. The family has our sympathy.. Mr. Geo. W. Curtis, a member of Second Baptist Church, who has scientifically compounded flour and meal with all the ingredients to make bread, in it, and secured a patent on same, is meeting with great success in putting his product on the market. Housewives, you need not fret, because the biscuits are too heavy, just get a sack of Curtis Tea Biscuit flour, add water, stir up, put it in the stove; work is done. We are proud of Mr. Curtis. The Pastors' Conference with Rev. Burnside, President, which meets every Monday at 10:30 a.m., is doing a very effective work in securing a greater co-operation of the churches. We hope to do great things in the future for the futherance of the Kingdom of God in the community. 1341 Wabash Avenne TELEPHONE MARKET 8138 + ISSUBD EVERY FRIDAY AT WICHITA, KANSAS, U. T. SIMS, Editor and Poblisher MEMBER OF NATIONAL NEGRO PRESS ASSOCIATION WS. MOOT Canon annnererereremennerenecemnrmeennAssistant Editor Be Me BarT 0h eencnnecemnmeenneteenenenmennAssistant Editor Miss L, Covington, 501 N. Water St, Phone M, 1665 Local Editor Entered as second-class mattter June 12th 1919, at the Post Office at Wichita, Kansas, under the Act of March 3, 1879, SUBSCRIPTION RATES: One Year enceneeeeeennenena 0+ enterneneernrrteeenneneenrerrern ene $160 Six Months cece eevee ten eneemneen 00 Three Months sevens en —neenenenemnmennanecen +60 One Month ennannennvcecrnenennnnnemenenmacnnnannecce 20 ‘The writer of any article murt sign name whether or not it fa to be publised, Write on one side of paper. We reserve the the right to reject any matter for publication —Notify us at once, when you fail to receive your paper, $$ ARS TIIOS, FINES is laying well motive of committing the deed. aUA her plans to better the music department throughout the nation since she has been elected as chair- man of National Music Department of National Federation of Colored Women’s Clubs. She has just pub- Ushed a National Music Bulletin full of instruction, and will harmonize the work of music lovers throughout the nation, Mrs, Fines is a lover of Music and is working hard to be a master in this art. Ere long, she will graduate from a conservatory of the city. THE African diamond fields have a rival, now that it has been discovered that there are more than 2,000 square miles of platinum territory. Platl- num {is a new branch of the mineral industry in South Africa, and the first reports of its discovery In 1923 were discredited, Keen prospectors, though, they knew that Africa had yielded untold wealth in previous decades, stuck to their “lead” with the result that companies have been formed to mine the 2,000 square miles of platinum territory already available, and to prepare for the ad- ditional territory that will undoubt- edly come to light in due course, PEOPLE who have delved into commercialism long enough to real- ize how African resources have been exploited in the past, will utter a prayer that in the forthcoming plati- num rush greater equities may ob- tain for Africa and her native sons than has been the case heretofore. Greedy Britishers, Dutch, and French. already surging all over the Dark Continent with 99-year leases and various other instrumentalities of justice for the native classes. They have absorbed so much of the honey of African resources that one won- ders just what fs left, they have been trying, during the past year, to pass ® colour bar bill to exclude African labor from equitable and just prac- tices. To the credit of the natives they have made a stubborn and last- ing fight against this last insult, and victory seems to be within their grasp. | IT is to be hoped that the platinum tush, in this modern era of civiliza- tion may be attended with a Ine degree of honesty; that whatever: credit {s due to Africa and her people will be given her and them; and that in the race for wealth legal techni- calities and chicanery may be set aside for moral, Christian, human, considerations. | A decision handed down from the district courts in the city a few days ago, said that Mrs. Ruby Jones and infant daughter were not entle ed to anything for the killing of ber husband, J. D. Jones and the baby's father by Mr. Cox and his joy riders. We have wondered were facts reached in the case evidence enough to reach euch a decision or whether tt Was a case of “whose~ox that was goaded.” You know that Christ call- ed some courts and judges unjust and we are wondering would Ke call this court and judge unjust to declare that Joy riders could speed through the city, not observe the stop signs, without hasty call and be less guilty than his fellowman whose life was snapped out in almost the twinkling of an eye. We wondered what kind ~t hearts did twelve men have when they saw a widow seperated from fer loved one forever, her support rone, and the future possibilities of en honorable family cast to the winds of fate, a child to rear without the sapport and care of a father, Who knows of what this one act robbed America, With every advantage riven this youth, she mieht have riven one thought or one deed that America would maintain her stand in feont ranks of nations for centuries yet to come, but the hope is gone or t' ¢ substantial surnort of the hone fs one and I:ke s bubble, no one legal: Iv cares, We hone that this court e-ulty has done ity best to render a riehteous decision, because some dav, they too, every one must be broucht fn and judgment declared, not only on the deeds committed, but on the motive of committing the deed. If your consciences, are clear you need no trial in this earth nor in heaven above, We can only say that one of the best young men that this city has ever produced, was killed in the prime of hfe, which is s total loss to the future success or advancement of humanity. —s—— Tee fs oat for the State Board Mefting and Pastors and Workers Conference Missionary LEaptist State Convention at Antioch Baptist Church, Rev, A. L, Branch, Pastor, March 17, 18, 1926, Every worker, pastor and accker of truth, is asked to be present, ready to do his part that the State Program will be put over in a most effective way. Workers, it is high time that you were about your Master's business, until you sit at His feet in school of His prepared and consecrated worke ers, shall the kingdom count on you. Answer by being present, —_ 5+ CITY ITEMS. Mr. and Mrs. M. Leake served 1 very delicious dinner Sunday to Rev and Mrs, J. W. Hayes and daughte Ernestine, Madame Gray, Miss Sims and Little Miss Jeanette Jones, Mrs Leake is quoted as being a real hos teas and cook as well, by those par taking of this sumptuous repast. Investigate the houses for sale an rent as listed in this paper and see i they are money saving bargains, Mrs. Wm. Letcher of Wellington was a visitor in the city, Monday, Mr, and Mrs, Geo. Payne of New: ton, were visitors in the city, Tuesday Mr, Jeff Branon, father of Mr, Tur- ner Branon died at Luther, Okla Monday. | Mr. and Mrs. C. Williams were vis. itors in the eity, from Newton, dur. ing the week, Miss Drustelle Molette is home for awhile from school on account of illness, She is better. Mrs, J, Turks of 1020 N. Wasbing- ton, is rapidly improving after about 8 weeks’ illness. A letter from Mr, BM, Livingston, our agent and collector, who left for his former home to care for his aged mother, says that he is there safe; found all well and he is preparing for his year’s work, Sends love to the elurch and friends. Mr. Whitney, husband of Mrs, S. C, Whitney, 1132 N. Wahing}on, was badly burned at the shops while at work Monday; we hope he has {m- proved. Mr, and Mrs, Fred. Strothers, 1035 N. Mosley tenewed their subscription for another year, Mrs. Strother be- lhevesin her “Star.” Mr, Strothers was In the office his first time yester- day, His work keeps him out of town quit a deal of his time. Mr, Talmage Walters was in the office on business Monday; his first visit In the office, he likes the work, Mr, Robt, Crawford, the real estate man was in the office Wednesday, Mrs, Mary Washington was in the office; reports that her family , ine cluding herself, had been suffering with flu for some time, Mr, and Mrs, Merredith and Mrs, Butler of Newton, were in tho city, Wednesday. Mr. R, V, Perkins was In the office Saturday on business. Mr, D, D. Skelton and Mrs. Jno. Jackson of Newton, transacted busi- ness with us Thursday, Miss Arinetha Butler and Mrs, Mer- {dith of Newton, were in the office Saturday, Mr, M. Livingston, our wide-a- wake agent, left Saturday for his old home, Duck Jill, Miss., to care for the ee ee ee G. 1. A. CLUB NOTES : On Tuesday afternoon the members met with Miss J. Covington and Mra, Robt, Hill as fomt hostesses, at the home of Mrs, Ill, A pleasing pro- gram was rendered which included » vocal solo by Mrs, Lizzie Harris: ine strumental selection, Thelma Letcher. The Club Journal, Mias J. Cavineton An elegant menu was served. They will meet next week with Mrs. Ida Re Negro Star—fer the weed of the people Sa ee ESCHER? A IF YOU WANT TO HEAR , is St. Louis is tohear Roland Hayes on March 3 ' me The entire house was sold out a week ago. rs iA Wichita is to hear Roland Hayes on March 6 y THE BALCONY IS SOLD uUr * nN The floor Is selling rapidly, If your want to hear the great colored tenor Malt A your remittance and stamped envelope to Wichita y Council of Churches, Y. M, C. A Building, w Gool seats at $20), Order NOW. \ | HURRY, HURRY, HURRY. Don’t be too late, : If any seate are left they will goon sale at Dockum's \ ~ oA Wednesday morning. 8 Cassese eumeewmcer NG Gravely and) My Le Hairs a they a Wate teeter rcs | lace Travis; Vocal Solo, Mrs. Clar-| E.B. B. Club Notes. | one Hudsons Extracts from life of The members met on Wednesday afternoon at the home of Mrs, M. Belcher, Devotions led by Mrs, L, Cash. “Holiness;” was the subject ot the lesson study followed by a genera) discussion by members, Mrs, Faulkner and Mrs. Faucett made in- teresting talks on the subject, im- pressing them with the idea of a life of true holiness. Also a splendid talk on the duties of young people. The club was pleased to have Mrs, Lillie Jackson and Mrs, Kennard Faucett to enroll as members, They enjoyed the very dainty lun- cheon served by the hostess, Next week they will meet with Mrs, Jen- nie Calhoun, 411 N. Wichita St. —s—_——. ST. PAUL NOTES The splendid attendance, interest- ing lesson study, and review, a good contribution, was a fine session of our Bible School at 9:45 a, m. The Girls Intermediate, Miss Dorothy Odell, teacher, was the banner class, Tlans are being made for a special Easter program. Our pastor, Rev. C. E. Brooks, has returned home from a visit to New Orleans, La., and attending the Bish- ops’ Council, At 1L a. m., Rev. Brooks delivered a wonderful sermon that filled the hearts of his hearers in his earnest appeat for righteousness. His text was from Ezek, 36:27; Theme: “The New Life” “I will put my spirit within you saith the Lord;” The church can do nothing without the reviving life and Spirit of God. The Christians should awake from their lethergy, seek to renew their spirit- ual strength, be able to rejoice in the glory of God, and strive te lead the Christ-lfe, Rev. Brooks preached at the even- ing services, | A.C. E. League meeting was held at 7 p.m, On Tuesday evening, the S. S. teach- ers held a meeting on Tuesday even- ing in the home of Supt, F. C, West. There was a good attendance of of- ficcrs and teachers. i The Ladies Aid Society met on Wednesday afternoon. They have, arranged for a cooked food sale, | The Women’s Mite Mission Society held their meeting Friday afternoon. Our pastor Rev. C. E. Brooks and wife have returned from a visit to New Orleans, La, | We are pleased to know that Mrs. Mary Parks, who has been ill for several weeks is improving. Salina, Kansas News. (Gentinued from page one) 1:80 p. m. Congregational singing led by Mrs, Clarence Hudson, 8,30 Pastor preached from Rev, 1, subject: “Nevertheless, I have sumething against you, because you have left my first love.” Many truths were spoken, ‘ Persons on the sick list are im- proving, they are Sisters Mary Green, Sarah White, Marjor Parker and Bro. Murry Kaizer, The Dunbar Girls' Bashet Ball Team met in a ducl with Topeks Vo- cational College, Saturday night. The scorea were 17 to 10 in favor of Topeka; although our girls lost their first game played this year, we feel very proud of them, The team shows ed splendid speed and excellent team work. We feel that they have been doing hard practice work at eveniiga, And we owe their splendid team abil- ity to thelr coach, Miss Morlene Johnson and captain, Mildrid Garvin. ‘The Merry Matrona’ Club had an anjoyable meeting on Tuesday after- noon at the home of Mrs. Clarence Hudson, 828 North, Second Street. In addition to club members, the fol- lowing visitors were present: Mrs. Henry Bryant, Bs. N. E. Wigley, Mra, John Rhodes, Mrs. R. C, Jack- son, Mra, James DePriest, Mrs. June Mogan, Mrs. M. S. Greene and Mra. Carl Hatcher, Decorations and fas vors were suggestions of Washing- ton’s Birthday. After enjoying a ra- dio program, members gave the fol- lowing program: Reading, Mra. Wal- lace Travis; Vocal Solo, Mrs. Clar- ence Hudson; Extracts from life of Washington, Mrs. Ted Haynes; Vocal Duet, Mrs. Adolph Nelson and Mrs. Al Young; Quotations for theafter- noon were from Riley. The hostess served a delicious luncheon. Next meeting with Mrs, Ted Haynes on North Second. 1 BO | CHEROKEE | COAL | That's all coal It’s | trom our own mines | ; The next ton will be. : the same quality as | | ue last ton. | | CENTRAL 2 COAL & COKE , COMPANY | | Market 300 | | | 4 ROOM HOUSE FOR RENT 1443 Wabash, $1200 per month. Call Douglas 1085-W or Market 4031 sa ONE TWO ROOM MOUSE For rent at 1119 E. tuh Street Rates reasonable, rApply at this office 1211 Wabash Phone Market 3130. 1231 N, Mosley Avenue GOOD NOME LOCATION GORLINE, 1274, N. Topeka. 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