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pi en “iN opweta “ee yh as Bock Oe 4 } A 4) ae ® 1 Yi 63 “4 ] ' ane SPE a Pe OR:THE*GUOGD OF “THE @PHKOPEE —_—_————_—_—_—_—K—K—K—KK—Kva—a—X—K—X—O_~—EE=E=EEEEEE Vol.19,No2 ow WICHITA, KANSAS, FRIDAY, April6,1926. ~~ ~—~—~~‘Five Cents Per Copy. Ba ee tye # - Hes 2 eh te ite ~- * * a. «ao 7 awe a 7 ANNIVERSARY ‘ADDRESS workers, Lad.es and Gentlemeni— Time honored ‘custom brings u: again face to face on another anniver: vaty occasion. Another year of \cnuous Laver has passed Into his. tory, and as we stand upon the Uhreshold of another pastoral ycar Wu ate moved, not only to exclaim with the prophet. The Lord ha: wone great things for us, whereof we are glad, but from the depths of our hearts we sing aloud with the Poet, “And Are We Yet Alive and See Each Other's ‘Face?' Glory and Praise to Jesus Gave, For His Re- deeming Grace.” Many are thé vicissitudes through which we have been called to pass durmg the pastoral ycar just ended. Some who started with us grew weary and took refuge in the the shade of indolence; some were caught in the snare of indifference and lured into folly; some answcreced the f.nal summons of the Almighty God and went home to give account for their stewardship, while otaeis entered tas fight with ‘apparent determination to push the battle to the gate. The last named are the ones upon whose shoulders the buidens of the work have rested through the long weary months of the past year. ‘lhey ac- cepted the hardships of tae way as opportumties to display their valor, and they now come up with colors flying, keeping step as they march to the tune of “Fight Cn My Soul "Till Death, Shall Bring Thee To Thy Goa,” The brief Intervals of gloom that oveishadowed us from time to time, has never daunted our courage, but has served to make us more fully ap- preciate the triumph of victory. At this period of history we are charged with the responsibilty of mepping out a workable prugram, and when this is done, the burden of execution rests upon the followers. T have sat and Jistened through the past week, to a program made and executed without my dictation, sug- gestion or assistance, and from your, various expressions, J am entitled to infer that jou are both proud of your accomplishments and pleased | with the type of leadership that has been given you during the past 12 months. If you have played the part} of a hypocrit and spoke of the things that were contrary to your own in-| ward feelings, you must bear the blame. If on the othey hand, youl have given your attitude and inward} feelings, we are entering upon a new era that shall be evidenced in accom- plishments unequaled by the history of the past, The day of small things, little men and meager accomplishments have been relegated to the back-ground, and an age of big men and noble achievements have been ushered in upon us. Banks, railroads and other great commercial institutions are merging their resources and pooling their interests for greater accom- plishments through co-operative ef- fort, “The Church is a heaven born institution and cannot accept the as- sociation of worldly institutions at the cost and sacrifice of heavenly principles, But her field of opera- tion Is in the world, and she must catch the spirit of the age and look the world in the face from the oppo- site side of the hill of progress, She must prove to the world that she is able to pull herself out of the old ruts and keep step fo the music of progress in this modern age. .John the Baptist was the “Voice” spoken of by the prophets, and with a voice he accomplished a great mission, But his mission was both simple and singular, He was simply the con- necting Unk between the Christian Era and the age of prophecy; and since the Messiah was soon to follow In person and verify the truth of his sssertions, a mere voice was sufficient o declare the passing of an old order ind the ushering in of the New. It should be remembered however, that rom the lips of that old sage, not wile mnie a wenn shen. Bist a sane SERMON BedaVe Be Me SNENNE A, 27 2 Befo.e his own Cungregat tn, sist, 7 | Themet “What Divne Crace Di For Vaal.” ¥ Cor, 15:10 “Rut bs the Grace of God. I am what I avn." PREFACE In he preceding verses, Paul indi cotes the kind of Gospel that he d livered to his church and people, aad wl +t “t had done for then, The Basle principles of which Coe. pel, was the ceath, the burial’ and the resurrection of Jesus Christ, these are the saliant facts of the Gospel and they are the truths that must be accepted by every one in order to be truly saved. These facts, Paul declares, that he substantlated by the Hely Scriptuics. Fvidently the prophetic Scriptures of the Cld Testament, He furtier states that he pointed out to them, the tcstl- mony of those who enjoyed the priv- Hege of seeing Christ at frequent In- tervals, and who did commune with Him during His forty days’ stay on earth, after He had risen from the dead, And hence, that there could therfore be no question of doubt abvut the well authenticated fact of Is resurrection. He stayed on earta long enovgh to thoroughly and fully establish that truth, In fact, he said that he saw Him, thimeelf after the resurrection; be- cause he declared that He did ac- tually appear unto him, as one born out of due time; Paul evidently sig- nifies that he did not see Him during the forty days that he remained upon the earth, after His resurrection. But it was after Ilis ascension and because of that fact he states that, He was as one born out of due time, and that because of this fact, and the further fact that he persecuted the church of God that he was not wor- thy or meat to be called an apostle, Paul could never forgive himself for, having been guilty of that great wickedness of persecuting the church , ef God; Nevertheless he declares “That by the Grace of God, I am what I am.” I Tim, What is meant by the term, The Grace of God; Grace means favor, as for instance, one says, I found Grace in His sight; by that he would evidently imply that he had accom- modated or did him a favor, Hence, then the Grace of God means, Divine favor. Every blessing that we enjoy, ev- ry blessing that has ever come to us physical, mental, spiritual or other- vise, are expressions and manifesta- ions of Divine Grace, Life, health, strength, knowledge, food, raiment, the whole scheme of redemption, and he Divine plan of salvation, are the fuller expressions of Divine Grace. Divine Grace is wholly unmerited sy us. God does not seek nor de- mand any merit on our part. We are therefore, the unworthy recipi- nts of His indiscribable Grace, Now Paul says this Divine Grace had mage him what he was. Let us then onsider secondly what had this Di-# sage which none other but a John tha Baptist could deliver, We are living in an age that calls for more than a voice, In proportion as the people become able to differentiate between the character of the two thev will leave the man with the voice and clamor for the man who has a living message and Is putting over a pro- gram for Jesus Christ. T beseech you—Let us turn our faces toward the future and togeth- exclaim with the prophet, “I count not myself to have apprehended, but this one thing I do, forgetting those things which are bebind, and reach- ing forth unto those things which are before; I press toward the mark of the prize of the high calling of God In Christ Jesus.” I shall strive not to fall one whit behind the standard of service which IT have given you in the past and J ask thet you pray, not only that the Word might have free course, but that we may even eclipse our own record of the past and ac- complish even greater things for the Kingdom of our Lord. 4 Ns : : ny wy eo WAN ae meee] N Way ee ( A ven fess ES ‘ San f ioe « ae RY ey * og 4 ES s, § hes a — SEIN \ eRe * ‘ae bs wan \ ML = hee , \\ fj r \\ 2a we = (4 SS : Ky fowl —<—=—— F os iy obey 1 T vest Y. MC. A. NOLES The Water Street Bianzh ¥. M. C. A. has appointed a comiuttee to nominate men on the Commuttee of Management, to fill the term of three years, of the three men Whose term expires this year, The men whose terms expired arei G. L, Scott, B. W. Crawford, and Alfred Terrcll. The Numinatmg Committce is composed of Dr, 3, G. Perry, Prof. F, C, West, Shad Jones, L. C. McCullough and A, L, Case. Any member of the .\ssvciation, may submit names to this Corimittee w.thin the next ten days} and the same will have thir cons‘deration. Election will be held April 30, | 4t—Firet of all, 1t had changed hi | entire life, and hal made a new crea: ture out of him. No one ever doubt. ed tle fact of Paul's conversinn or : regeneration, Every act of his life aur the Lord appeared unto him ov hs way to Damascus; cleaily proved the fact that he was a changed maa, that he was a rew born creature fn Christ, Tiis is true of all of us, if we have been regencrated and thus becume to be new creatures in Christ, we must give Divine Grace end.t for it all. And we will because we raust all through our future life exhibit thie chanze in conduct in our habits and in our disposition thryuughout the rest of our days. 2—Divine Grace had made him a minister of the Gospel and a Mis- sionary to the Gentiles. For thia 1s what He told Paul when Ie appeared to him, namely, that He had appear- ed unto him for taat purpose, See Acts. 9:15; 26: 16, 17. What a wonderful demonstration of Divine Grace, lifted him at once from that of a vital perscutor of the Church of God, and promoted him to become the greatest ministre of the Gospel and the leading Mis- sionary to the Gentile Woild. If the Lord through Divine Grace makes choice of you for a specific work, you cannot get away from it. 3—Then again Divine Grace made him an apostle as well as a minister, by making him an eye witness of His resurrection, This was necessary in order to qualify for that office, He frequnetly referred to this in his Fpistles, 4—He also enabled him to accom- plish more for the extension of "is Kingdom than all of the apostles, but he gives credit to Divine Grace, working in him and through him, (This is a syynopsis, only) For five years, the Colored Com | munity has attempted to observe Na-| tional Negro Health, with rather], meagre results, However, last year | | Wichita was third inthe Nation Some communities spent several hun: | | dred dollars, but lacked the co-opera-y | tion that is becoming so very, man-| « ifest in this city, ! The 12th Annual observance, which | has just terminated, has proven]; most successful. Every health agen- PO Ree ead t % ; ¢ 0 e ' Bech: CLA Ra eine tae Rp RE AO ER aces SRN be eee a cares Ao} es PEER Sect x4 : oe at Serene rat ees VE eG ee ee: ee ae Ridder ee ae pete ae Mae SRE tom HE Ras Be a Vass peg No te 5} és en oT a bee. Pm 7: TRS (ct SS . SS ieee Th x x _ 4 aa ee. o s 3 ae See " ae 3 x eels Sr ia, SBS: Sie Stat gh, \E RS. Bie oS Nk oe ee Pee ENE DE a Bae He ai 2 SL Z a % BS . pon Be a see. eee” Ces ve & P 5 f Prec Ode ae i 4 eee s x eat Rao , ia aii dl a ain ot ; a : n/a ne oa B . ° 7 4 7 res a: Coffeyville Notes. CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH “OVER THE OVER THE TOP’ IN 60 DAYS’ DRIVE Rev. S. A, Williams, Pastor, The progress of the Calvary B. Church under pastorate of Rev. S, A. Williams, for the last 13 months has been phenominal, which was Wery clearly demonstrated yesterday in the close of our 60 days’ auxiliary $500 Drive, going over the top with an April 10, 1926 Mr. H. T. Sims, Editor of The Negro Star:— The Officers and Members of The Water Street Branch Y, M,C. A. congratulate you as you enter upon your 19th year. . We appreciate the big help rendered the Association by The Star. Attached you will find check for our renewal. ty In the community co-operated The Local Press supported the pro .tram in fine spirit; boosting and re porting the events, The outstanding events were:— Church talks; Distribution of health Uterature; the clinic, and the climax came with the school pagesnt, ob served by over 600 school childrer and patrons, A health poster wa‘ made by each teacher. The Y, W, C. A, gave @ demonstration on the core everwhelming and decisive victory. Each auxiliary working fnithfully, was able to put the program over. The church is searing as on the wings of the mornng, spiritually, and financially, as never before looking from all phases of the work. The Calvary Mission Circle re-or- ganizing with Mrs. Warren, Presi: dent, is do.rg excellent work; looking after the sick and poor of our com: munity as well as raising finance successfully raised $518.70, (Continued on page three) ——_——$—$——$—$— Yours for a Sreater Wichita, W. L, Hutcherson, ——S—. The following officers of the Book er 1, Washington Hi-Y Club have been elected for the School year of 1926-27:—Prisident, Joe Mason; Vice President, Montct Parks; Secretary, Elward Vann; Treasurer, Buregard Horton. Chairman of Committees:— rect fitting of shoes, The Children's Home gave an exhibition on exercis- ea for little children, when it is too bad to get out doors, The “Y" Boy Scouts gave an exhibition in Cales- thintics, During the entire week, the Y, M. ©. A, maintained a very splendid health exhibit, Over.one thousand pieces of health literature has beer distributed during the week. +t BENDERSON RACE PEOPLE LEFT LARGE ESTATE. See See Vee HENDERSON, N, C., April 16— A lurge estate belonging to Melissa Townes, of this city, who died about a sear ago, and amounting to $31,- 91642, was brought to light in on action of the City Council at its regs ular mecting last Monday night, in which steps were taken to list and collect taxes upon the unlisted pro- perty of the dead woman for the years 1921 to 1925, both inclusive. Tax offcials of vance county are also mov. ing to levy upon the property, most of which never was upon the tax books. It wns crtimated at the meeting last Monday, night that the city would 1cunze approximately $1,500 out of the collections, and the coun- ty will got more than that, if it presses its case, The estate came to light in the fi- ling of a statement with the clerk of the court by the administrator, in which was hsted $25,66646 on de- posit in cash in the Mechanics and Farmers Bark of Durham, a Negro bank; $1,89996 cash in the Citizens Bank and Trust Company of Hen- derson; and houses and vacant lots in and near Henderson valued at $4- £50. Bible Study, Russell Brown; World Uuttook, Montel Parks; Mectings and Programs, Guy Yancy; Service, Wil- jis Hocket; Social, Leon Walton; Ath- letica, Edward Brown. The In-stallation will be held April 22, with a-Candle Service. The Poster that won the State Prize and the Championship Pennant for the South Central Athletic Asso- ciation, won by B, T, W. Ha-¥ Team, will be presented. —— How to Create a Higher Appreciation for Sacred Music in The B. Y. P. U. The following paper was delivered before the District Board Meeting of the Kaw Yalley Association March 4th, 1926, by Mrs, Herbert Mitchell, wife of Dean Mitchell, Central Baptist Theological Seml- nary, Topeka, and adopted by the Association as its sentiment in re- ward to the subject, Madam Presigent, Moderator and Co- Laborers:— Of tho when and where of the ore igan of music no one definitely knows, But we do know that somewhere and somehow in the dim dawn of history, and far back in the indefinite past, God vouchsafed to man, this, one of the richest of all His gifts, There sre those who maintain that the wind Instruments were suggested to primitive man by the sounds pro- duced by the blowing of the wind in reeds, The string instruments, they claim, were suggested by the vibrae tlons set up from the twang of the savage's bow string, While the drum instrument, they hold, had its origin in the sound given out by a hollow log when the savage while hunting, came across and accidentally or oth« erwise struck it, Now granting for the sake of argument that these theories are true, we still maintain that music is the gift of God, the ruler of all nature, After, and even before God finished and examined the objects of IJis creation and pronoun ced them all good, we are sure that music was included. Accordingly, “When the morning stars sang to- gether and all sons of God shouted for joy,” earth with her thousand voices praised Him too. Now, we clearly realize and readie ly, admit that as in the employment (Continued on page four) IMPROVED UNIFORM INTERNATIONAL SundaySchool Lesson (Bp RBV P B FITZWATFR, DD, Dean of the Evening School, Moody Bible Institute of Chicago). © 1916, Western Newspaper Union) Lesson for April 13 LESSON TEXT--Genesis 2 1-24. GOLDEN TEXT--For na in Adam all die, even so in Christ shall all be made allure--1 Cor 13 22 PRIMARY TOPIC—Adam and Eve Disobey (Und JUNIOR TOPIC—The Result of Disobedience A look out upon the world proves that man is not what he should be. It is not reasonable to suppose that man is now what he was when he came from the hands of the Creator, much less an improvement. The only way of accounting for this is by the historic fall of man as given in the Bible. The introduction of sin is the only answer. 1. Man's Probation (vv. 1-5). 1. The place. It was the beautiful garden of Eden Man's environment was suited to his nature. The testing of the second Adam was quite in contrast. Instead of in the garden of Eden with a companion suited unto him, it was in the wilderness with the wild beasts. 2. The necessity. Adam was created with the possi bility of character, but not with char acter. This he could get only through testing. Alternative choice makes char acter possible. Free will is what made Adam a real man. Character is the resultant of choice. 3 The means. It was most simple—just one prohibition. The tree of the knowledge of good and evil was forbidden. 4. The method. Satan, a personal malicious being appeared in the guise of a serpent. He did not appeal directly to the man. He chose to appeal to the woman through the serpent and through the woman to the man. a. He found the woman while alone. b. He instimated doubt into Live's mind as to God's Word and love Satan's method is the same today. He tries to get people to doubt God's Word and then to doubt His love. c. He appended to innocent appetite. He argued that there would be no harm in eating, but a great advantage d. Live gazed upon that which God had forbidden and lusted after that which God had prohibited. The steps in the fall seem to have been rapid. From doubling God's love He went to doubling His word from gazing upon and lusting after that which God had prohibited there was but a short step to indulgence. III. The Consequence of the Fall (v. 921). God's holy nature is such that when men sin, He all once manifests Himself on the scene. I. A disturbed relationship with God (v. 9). The introduction of sin marred man's familiar intercourse with the Almighty. Adam and Jesus not only bid from God's presence, but when summoned by Him they began to make excuse, and Adam even laid the blame on God. 2. The degradation of the serpent henceforth becoming the type of sin and Satan (v. 14; of Num. 21:9. John 8:14 and Rev. 12:9). Satan's doom was pronounced without trial. In the case of the man it was not so, showing that this was not Satan's first offense. 3. The undying enemy between the seed of woman and the seed of the serpent (v. 15). This bitter enemy has continued from that day to this. 4. The ultimate victory of the women's seed (v. 15). Satan harassed the woman's seed, but on the cross the final strike was made which crushed his head (John 12:31, Hab. 2:14, 1 John 3:8). This is the first glamour of the glorious gospel of Christ. 5. The judgment upon the woman (v. 10). This relates primarily to her as a wife and mother. 6. Man's new relationship to the earth (vv. 17-19). The earth was cursed on his account. Man must make an increased effort to exist. With his slobful nature, man would be in a bad state without the necessity of toll. 7. Death (v. 19). This includes spiritual and physical death. Sin brought all. 8 Expulsion from the garden (b. 24). Then man's nature was changed out from the beautiful garden he went. Being Content And we shall be made truly wise if we be made content; content, too, not only with what we can understand, but content with what we do not understand—the habit of mind which theologians call, and rightly, faith in God—Charles Kingsley. Personal Immortality Without a belief in personal immortality religion is like an arch resting on one pillar or like a bridge ending in an abyss. Nicodemus News. The 47th Anniversary of the 1st Baptist Church and the 2nd Anniversary of the Pastor, Rev. Jas. Moore, have become History to the people of Nicodemus; closing out the 47th year of the church and 2nd year of Pastor. We want our readers and friends to know that our hearts burned within as we call to memory the days of 47 years ago and the progress we have made in the last 2 years. The leadership of our faithful and worthy leader, Rev. Jas. Moore. The program was well arranged, and with few exceptions was carried out to the letter. The storm which swept over this section of country made it impossible for the Paramount Aid to display their well prepared program. Beginning Tuesday night, program by Queen Aid Dept., (a play) "The Ten Virgins;" was staged by ten of the oldest members of the church. It was wonderful to see our mothers robed in white sheets and keeping step with the age of 47 years ago, and made a lasting impression on all the necessity of being ready. Wednesday Night program by the Deborah Ald, (play) "Mandy Spoils the Wedding;" was played by Mrs. Ola Wilson, teacher of Nicodemus Public School, Mrs. Mary Moore, Mattie Dibbs, Pres. Esther Clark, Eliza Vanderbed, Nora Boyston, Sadie Hall, and beautiful solos by pianist, Mr. Olive Williams, Mrs. Loles Cousinberry and Supt. Katherine Henrie; beautiful reading by Mrs. Maude Dusing. All enjoyed a good time. Thursday night, a storm prevented the Paramount Ald program. Friday night, Bible program and Bible Play by the Junior Willing and Ready Club; many verses memorized by the children from Psalms and Proverbs. (play) Naaman, The Leper;" was clearly demonstrated by the children and all witnessed the miraculous healing of Naaman in the River of Jordan. Sunday Program began at usual time with good attendance, with Bro. W. H. Bates, Master of Ceremonies. The following persons made program a success: Mrs. Ola Wilson, Welcome Address; Atty. J. Q. Sayers, Hill City, made response; Choir singing, beautiful song by the children; Papers by Mrs. Bernice Bates, Bro. George Moore, Sister Anna Bates, Sister M. E. Thomas, Bro. R. B. Henrie, Bro. John Vaughn and the older sisters of the church. Master of Ceremonies, brought forward our Pastor to preach the Anniversary Sermon. After timely address (See address) he brought the Anniversary Sermon from Neh. 2:3; Subject: "Renewing the Mark of Our Fore-fathers." It was a wonderful sermon and the Spirit of God was felt among the congregation. A departmental rally was conducted by the Queen Esther, Deborah, and Paramount Aids, Junior Society, Men's, and Public collection. More than 90 dozen eggs were collected by the members in the Sunday Egg Contest. Collection as follows, with Queen Eather leading with ... $30.27 Deborah following with 22.23 Paramount next with -- 17.29 Men following afar off with 7.80 Children following with 4.47 Public offering -- 5.60 Sunday School offering 11.92 Total collection for occasion $98.61 Rev. Jas. Moore, Pastor, Bro. W. H. Bates, Clerk. Tabernacle Baptist Key, Wm. Mellvern, Factor Amid the rainy weather, the S. S. opened promptly at 2:30 o'clock, our faithful Supt. Bro. Christopher, has gone to Kansas City, Mo., his future home, Mrs. Dora Tiops has been chosen in his place as Supt. At the 11 o'clock hour, the choir seemed to be at its best and sang out of the depths of the heart. The pastor preached a very helpful sermon from the subject, "The Spiritual Rock." I. Cor. 10.4; followed by a solo by Mrs. Garrett. B. Y. P. U., at 7 p. m., Mrs. Givens, President. 8 p. m. Pastor preached from the subject; "Christ Crucified;" followed by a duct, Mrs. Walker and Mrs. Adkins. Missionary Society meets every Monday afternoon. Last Monday, we were pleased to have the following visitors: Mrs. Evins, President of City Missionary Society; Mrs. J. E. Douglass of St. Mary's; Mrs. Forkner of Calvary. Our church is progressing nicely. All eyes of the members are turned to a new building in the near future. A special service for the old folks next Sunday at 11 o'clock. The Negro Star for the good of the people WICHITA'S BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL INDEX ```markdown ``` If you are satisfied with Gray and Faded Hair, Ugly, Dark and Muddy Skin, that makes you look like you are Fifty Years old, when you are only Thirty. Don't write me but save your Stamp. But if you are not satisfied with your Gray and Faded Ugly Hair, Dark and Rough Simply Skin, send me this ad and $1.50, and I will send to your address one full size bottle of Fairy Queen Restorer Hair Dye, box of Satin Top Pressed Oil, a-4 One Box of Tantalizing, Tensing Brown Skin Whitener. Satisfaction Guaranteed, or your money refunded. Address all orders to D. C. Chisolm, Box 1293. Dept. M. Wichita, Kans. Enclose 15c for postage. 5125 CHISOLM --- WINNING CONFIDENCE WINNING CONFIDENCE In such a trying emergency as death, the immediate family must necessarily 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 PHONE Mkt. 3969 CROWELL & SON FUNERAL HOME 1345 Wabash Ave. Wichita, - Kansas Calvary Baptist News. Rev. J. W. Hayes, Pastor Sunday April 4—9:30 a. m. Bible School well attended. The following program was very successfully carried out:—Paper, "Origin of Easter" Miss Blanche Crawford; Solo, "There Is No Death," Miss Irene Woodard; Solo, "Tis Spring," Miss Nellie Scott; Reading, Roy Crawford; Inst. Solo, Dorothy Yates; Reading, Mr. Job Mason. Children's Division—Easter Greeting, by Walter Hutcherson; Solo, Margaret Barnes; Reading, Juanita Reed; Duet, Zora L. Barnes and Addie C. Malone; Violin Solo, Wm. Kirk, Jr., Adult Classes of Women and Men, furnished the eggs. 11 o'clock praise service was conducted by Rev. J. F. Greene and Jr. Choir. Our pastor brought a wonderful Easter message from Mark 16.6: "The Risen Christ." Outlines given for weekly meditation: 3. Is Jesus found amongst the dead? 4. Is Jesus here now? 6 o'clock B. Y. P. Us. well attended. 8 o'clock the Senior Choir sang beautifully, the following Anthems: "God So Loved the World;" "Hark, Hark, Hark, My Soul;" "Easter Anthem." The Pastor brought a great message from John 11:35; "Jesus Wept." Two united with the church. Keen in mind the 26th of April, the Sunday School will give you a wonderful oratorical program. Buy your tickets early, you can't afford to miss it. A. B. Office 3311 N. Main Phone M. 3868 H. T GEEDER, M. D. DISEASES OF WOMEN A SPECIALY Evening Hours 7:00 to 9:00 p. m. Res. 12? N. Wanco Phone D. 4597 WICHITA, KANSAS NEEDED HELPS FOR CHURCHES & AUXILIARIES. Church Financial Record Book $1.56 Sunday School Sec. Record Book 1.00 Church Treasurer's Order Book .25 Treasurer's License.....75 Local License.....25 Church Letters, per dozen.....35 S. School Class Record Book.....25 Church Treasurer's Order Book .25 B. Y. P. U. Sec'y. Record Book 1.00 B. Y. P. U. Section Record Book .5f B. Y. P. U. Treas. Order Book .25 Order Books on any Treasurer .25 We print any design you want by The Negro Star Publishing Co. 1241 Wabash Ave. Wichita, Kans. 'Phone Market 3139 Res. 501N. 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Class rendered us a wonderful program. Rev. Enyard of Topeka, is holding his meeting for another week; one convert, Master Charlie Chaves who joined the Mt. Zion Baptist Church. Rev. Enyard preached a wonderful sermon Sunday night, from Ezekiel 3:4, "O Ye Dry Bones." Mrs. Norman White is still on the sick list. Baptizing for Mt. Zion Baptist Ch. will be May 2nd, (the 1st Sunday) Everybody invited. Ordination of deacons will be Sunday, April 18, at 3 p. m., All welcome. Sunday morning, Rev. Enyard picached from Matt. 16:24; "If any man will come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow me." Sunday afternoon, his text was found in Col. 2.9; "For in Him dwelleth all of the fullness of the Godhead, bodily." Miss Anna Chaves, Rep. THE MARSHALL LUMBER CO. 1945 N. Lawrance EVERYTHING FOR THE BUILDER A. W. MARSHALL, Manager WICHITA, PHONE MARKET 5897 TURK'S PLACE 507 N. 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Director to either of the above persons. To be Prayed For: Student Body, Missions, For Institute. New Building, dred acres of land A. W. ROSS, Gen. Missions SURIZED MILK & CREAM MOR Sale The Famous Chocolate in the City, 5C VERS DAIRY 132 N. Walnu Ambulance Service Phones 2081- 274 MEMORIAL HOSPITAL rth 14th St. --- e Hair Grower Smoother. AIR without the Hot Iron need to be harmless [SEND FOR SAMPLE K. CO.' Salina, Kansas News. ST. JOHN BAPTIS CHURCH Rev. M. T. Waltis, Pastor. 9:45 a. m., Sunday School was opened by the Supt. Many scholars present. Intermediate Division A, still holds the brinner, in finance and attendance. Rev. M. T. Waters, Teacher. Class A had a successful dinner at the chapel, Saturday; These young girls and their teacher are working in a corporate spirit. 11:30 a. m. Scripture read by Pastor, 1st Epistle of Peter 2:1-14; subject: "Saving Religion, the Spiritual in its Nature." Outline—1. Spiritual Houses (a) Those who are truly religious, are a spiritual house, which is built up of lively stones, and built up of spiritual religion, which has to do with the heart. (b) The Life of Spiritual Houses. 2. Intellectual Values (a) Man may understand the truths of the Bible from his intellectual views, and then fail to possess the Saving Religion. (b) He may believe in the Bible. (b) He may believe in the Bible, and yet be the loser. 3. Saving Religion (a) Saving Religion is more than morality. (b) Saving Religion is the work of the Holy Spirit.—(a) Hearts must be regenerated (b) Saved by the Grace, Father, etc. 4. Work of the Spirit. (a) It is not only the Spirit but the spirits work on the heart in saving a man. (b) Testimony of Davine Teacher. (c) Spirit of God dwells in human family. Closing Renrauks:—Saving Religion, spiritual in its nature. We are spiritual houses, and if we want to talk to God, we must get in the spirit. Visitor for morning service; Mr. Wise of Kansas City, Kansas. 3:00 p. m., Rev. W. Pennington preached for a club towards raising money for the Whirlwind Drive, Mrs. C. A. Reid, Captain. 6:30 p. m., B. Y. P. U., opened by President, Elmer Drummell. Lesson taught by Study Course Leader, Mrs. M. T. Waters. Remarks by the Pres. The Program was rendered by Ever Loyal Group, as follows:—Leading, Mrs. E. Rosmond; Inst. Solo, Mrs. Mildred Wigley; Sentence Prayers, Ever Loyal Group; Snap Shot, Mrs. M. T. Waters; Solo, Mrs. C. A. Reid; Short Talk, Mr. E. Brammell; Report of Critic, Mr. Jesse Davis who reported, B. Y. P. U., a success. Banner Class, True and Tried Groups. 8:00 p. m., preaching by Pastor Waters, 18th Psalm; Subject: "Life Means Opportunity." This was a wonderful sermon to the young people. Announcements: Rev. A. W. Ross, State Missionary will be at St. John's Baptist all day next Sunday, on April 13. Pastor Waters is leaving for Texas, to conduct a one day service. Henry Thompson will leave for New York City, New York, at an early date. Visitcus:—Mr. Camel of Emporia, Mr. Bjers, Salina. Sick list:—Bio. C. C. Cinner, John Hayes, Sister S. A. White, Ovelha Hayes, Edna Nelson. Do your duty in helping the Whirlwind Drive to come over the top. Reporter, Mattie Williams. VALLEY VIEW S. S. Bro. A. B. Redditt, Supt. Bro. F. L. Mitchell, Secretary. Our school is doing fine; is in better condition now than it has been in some time. It is bearing its expenses and some more. Mr. F. L. Mitchell and Miss A. M. Ross were happily married on Mar. 28, at Valley View. Valley View S. S. is glad to have the message from the Burns family that they are going to join our Sunday School and also teach us music, vocally. Yes! Revival is in process at Mitchell Spring Church, this week. Sister Nellie Mitchell is not very well; she attended the concert at Valley View school closing and had a relapse. Mr. Sam Harris had an automobile accident on the 23rd of March and is under doctor treatment. Little Miss Mary lieaty has been ill but is up and out again. Glad Sister Willie Curry is able to be with us again. Glad to report Bro. and Sister A. B. Redditt are up and out again. Mrs. Billie Archie Mitchell also is up again after an attack. Mr. James Robinson and family have been on the sick list, recently. Sister A. L. Stansberry has been quite ill; under doctor treatment. Sister Nellie Mitchell's residence was destroyed by fire March 16th; saved the piano and some groceries and a few other things, lost $97.00. The carpenters are already busy, rebuilding. We hope all the sick an early convalesence. In Memory Among; the dear ones we have lost, on our friends are Bro. Walter Richardson, whose funeral was largely after ded; funeral was very interesting. Bro. J. W. Wright spoke on character as a young man; Bro. C. H. Montgomery spoke some timely words touching his character, he had lived near this young man for years and had never seen this young man even angry. Sister C. A. Stansberry a paper touching same. Bro C. W. Stansberry spoke on his life as a member of Moss Spring Church, and that his life was worthy of emulation. Obituary by Bro. C. H. Stansberry:—Bro. Walter Richardson was born in 1900, joined the church in 1919, lived in the church 6 years. Rev. Wm. II. Terrell read Scripture, Heb. 6:11-18; emphasizing it very strongly; Rev. J. A. Garmon preached the funeral, (ex-pastor) the present, made some timely remarks on his Christian life. Rev. Thomas, Pastor, Bro. G. W. Goodwin, Master Cur. Dro. John Mitchell departed this life March 20, a member of Oak Grove. Leaves a wife, 2 sons 3 daughters to mourn the loss. The funeral was attended by Rev. Wm. H. Teercll. Sister Emaline Alsup of a very ripe old age, joined the host beyond, March 17, and leaves a son and a daughter with many grandchildren and friends in bereavement. Miss Mary Jones was buried at the McClain Cemetery, March 15th. Sister Phoebe Curry departed this life March 22nd; she had been in failing health more than a year. Funeral attended by Rev. J. A. Garman. It is said "Slew on Soldiers." At the close of Walter's funeral a sum of $6.10 was taken up for the family; and to Bro. John Mitchell's widow, Mira. Luha Mitchell $10.61. This is known as Mission. Junction City News. Mrs. Scott, wife of Private Scott of the 9th Calvary, died Sunday night at 8 p.m. at the Base Hospital. Funeral services will be held from the Post Chapel at 2 o'clock, Wednesday; 2nd Baptist Choir will furnish music. Her many friends will mourn her passing. A small number of the Beacon Light Mission Circle Members visited the Presbyterian Mission Circle, last Friday. After an interesting program, we were served, with much hospitality. Among those who went were Mrs. Pearl Walker, Mrs. Myrtle Taylor, President of the Beacon Light Mission Circle and Mrs. Willa Mae Stephens. Owing to the Pastor's absence, Sunday, we sang and prayed, read and discussed the Scripture, Sunday morning. Sunday night, the Juniors assisted by a few of the Seniors gave an interesting program. The Mission Circle met at the church last Friday. After business, the meeting was turned over to Sister Walker for the instruction of the Mission Study lesson, which was very interesting. Y. W. C. A. NOTES Dr. F. O. Miller presented the Y. W. C. A. Health Department, one dozen cans of Dryco Milk, Posters, charts, and booklets on the care of the baby. These are to be used in the baby clinic which is held at the Y. W. C. A., every Wednesday at 1 o'clock. The Health Committee is receiving wonderful co-operation from the physicians and nurses of the city. The General Education Committee met Monday evening. This department has planned a class in flower-making for school girls. The class will meet each Saturday afternoon at 3 o'clock. Mrs. B. L. Marchant and Miss. W. A. Bettis will teach the first two Saturdays. A class in shorthand was organized Tuesday evening. The following enrolled:—Misses Clara Neal, Fern Phelps, Willa McLean, Roberta Hill, Cora Vaughn and Mrs. Meta Butler. Strong City News Although it was raining Sunday morning, S. S., attendance was good. "The Story of Cication" was well taught by the teachers; Pastor Mason made the lesson very plain. At 11 o'clock the Pastor preached a powerful sermon from Acts 1:8; Text, "A Universal Witness." On account of the weather the Mission Board did not meet at 3 o'clock as usual. At 8 o'clock, Rev. Jones of Junction City, read Scripture Lesson from Matt. 1:18-25. In due time Rev. Mason took his text from the 21st verse, "Thou shall Call His name Jesus." After the sermon, all worthy partook of the Lord's Supper. The Negro Star for the good of the people NEW VOICE TEACHER HERE 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 DAY CALLS, DOUGLAS 1085-J Applicant must be experienced in all branches of the work especially PERMANENT WA VING, Marcelling, Bleaching, Water Waving, Dyeing, and Bench Work. Salary and Commission Applicants will please state experience, age, and give references in first letter. WRITE TO— 600 Fifth Ave. — Pittsburgh, Pa. Rev. Jones of Junction City, Sister Mary Howard of Iola, and Sister Lovie Wood and daughter, Rozella of Herrington, worshipped with us, Sunday. Alberta Lewis continues to be ill. Mrs. Nan McCrory of Emporia, is here on account of illness of her grand-daughter, Alberta Lewis. Mrs. Fannie Wood, Sister of Mrs. Tom Lewis, is here a few days; she came to see her niece, Alberta Lewis who is quite ill. Mr. and Mrs. Delmar Brown retained to Newton, after a few days' visit with relatives here. Miss Mary Howard of Iola, is here visiting her mother, Mrs. Bell Pennington. Mrs. Oak Lee is on the sick list. Mr. Jerry Brown is on the sick list. Mrs. Mabel McCrory and daughters returned home after spending Easter in Manhattan, with her sisters. SPECIAL TO KANS. BAPTIST LEADERS The Sunday School Publishing Board is requesting that the President of State Woman's Convention, President of B. Y. P. U. Convention and the Mdoerator's of each District Association, to send your address and a bust picture of yourself at once to Dr. A. M. Townsend, Fourth and Cedar Sts., Nashville, Tenn. This should be done at once in order that your pictures may appear in the Voice and you can keep up-to-date on literature concerning the drive, so that Kansas will not be ashame of her record in doing her part in paying for the Publishing House. REDUCED RATES TO S.S. AND B.Y. P.U. CONGRESS REDUCED RATES TO S.S. AND B.Y. P.U. CONGRESS The following letter has been received at the Congress headquarters announcing reduced rates to the Sunday School and B. Y. P. U. Congress, which meets in Brooklyn, N. Y., June 23-27, 1926: March 4, 1926. Mr. E. W. D. Isaac, Director General, S. S. and B. Y. P. U. Congress, National Baptist Convention, 400 Gay St. Nashville, Tenn. Dear Sir:—Referring to your application for reduced fares; round-trip tickets on the Identification Certificate Plan will be sold for the above occasion. The round-trip tickets will be sold at one and one-half fare, with minimum of $1.00 for round-trip on Identification Certificates applicable for members of your organization and dependent members of their families only, and the tickets will be sold via the same route in both directions only. Children of 5 and under 12 years of age when accompany 1 by parent or guardian, will, under like conditions, be charged one-half of the fares for adults. Tickets will be sold from June 19 to 25, and will be validated at New York, N. Y., by agents at the regular ticket officers of the lines over which ticket read Into New York, N. Y., on any date after arrival, but must be used returning to reach original starting point not later than midnight of July 3. Coffeyville Notes. Continued from page one) The Pastor's Ad Society organized 1 year ago, with Mrs. Hettie Roberts, President, is a financial club of real zealous workers and progressive in every way raised $273.90. The Sunday School is a live-wire, and growing with Bro. L. H. Briley, Supt., worked willingly for their bit, raised $132.35. The infant class; the Sunbeams, Mrs. E. C. Fuller, teacher, was banner class in rally, raising $27.00 of that money. B. Y. P. U., recently organized, with Bro. Gao, Roberts, President, is also rising with the tide of success, raised $26.26. The Deaconess Club, comprising the women of the Official Board, is a new club of only a few days but indeed workers, raised $37.60. Sister Jane Donnellly, President. The Trustee Board, Bro. J. B. Hunigan, Chr., raised for the rally $35.40. Money raised auxiliaries $1024.25. Total raised $1007.86. Rev. Scobey of Chanute, was with us in rally, preaching 3 strong sermons, spiritual and powerful, which were food for our souls. The growth of the early prayer meeting, Sister Josie Bradford, leader, and the Wednesday night prayer services with Bro. D. 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We raise the ministers and the teachers of the city for their full co-operation, the business men for their help and all for their special efforts; Drs. P. I. Bell, H. H. Wilson, H. N. Sims and C. R. Price for doing the scientific part, they know and are living to bless others—after all this is the most blessed life of any community. CITY ITEMS. THREE-IN-ONE Now for your good things to eat see the new cafe at 533 N. Main St. With years of experience in this art and having served the public from one of the biggest cafeterias in the city, enables Mr. Briley to better serve the general public with good eats. He also has the best window cleaning fluid for your spring house cleaning and the best lintment to use after you are tired out, limbs aching and caught cold from spring cleaning—At any rate call at 533 N. Main. Mrs. Lucy Caldwell, age 75, died in a local hospital Monday evening. Funeral services at Citizens' Mortuary, Wednesday. Interment in Columbus, Kansas. Funeral services for Frank Alston Russell Turner, 6 months' old son of Mr. and Mrs. D. W. Turner, 2145 Palisade, was held yesterday at the Citizens' Mortuary, Rev. J. W. Hayes officiating. Mrs. Wm. S. Johnson received the sad news of the death of her brother-in-law Mr Emanual Peppers of Goodman, Miss. Gratulations—To Mr. and Mrs. Nicholas Chiles, Topeka, Kansas. Mrs. Forkner, Miss Dorsey, Mrs. B. Mayshaw, Misses Jennette Jones, Gertrude Smith, a nd Miss Anna Spurgcon were visitors of the week. Mr. F. F. Flake and Mrs. Mamie Brown are new subscribers added to our list. Mrs. Geo. Payne of Newton, was among the visitors in the city Wednesday to attend the Harper-Chiles, wedding. Mrs. Jeanette Hill has been ill for the past two weeks. Mrs. S. M. Jones left Monday for Van Buren, Ark., on account of the illness of her father. Mrs. Lula Drier of Colorado Springs, was in the city during the week to attend the Harper-Chiles wedding. The friends of Mr. and Mrs. M. Leake are sorry of their leaving the city to cast their future lot elsewhere but hope for them every possible success in their new location and vacation. Miss Priscilla Williams was an office visitor also of the week. G. L. A. CLUB NOTES. On Tuesday, evening in the home of Mrs. F. O. Miller, the club entertained with a dinner party honoring the bride-elect, Mrs. Hernietta Harper of Los Angeles, Calif., a former member of the club whose marriage to Mr. Nicholas Chiles of Topeka, was solemnized on Wednesday evening. Spring flowers formed a lovely decoration. Two large tables with artistic center-pieces in white, blue and gold, the club colors and dainty place cards, carried out a beautiful effect. Clever toasts to the bride were given by Mrs. W. C. Crutcher, the president, and Mcadames P. B. Bates, F. O. Miller, B. L. Marchant, F. L. Barnett, E. Reed, I. C. McCullough, Pobt. Hill. The club toast by Miss L. Covington, Mrs. M. Letcher sang "Love's Little Gift of Roses." The elegant menu served was suggestive of the club color scheme. The guests included Mrs. H. Har- per, and Mrs. L. Fatterson of Los Angeles, California, Mrs. Lula Dier, Colorada Springs, Rev. J. R. Ransom, Mr. Nicholas Chukl, Topeka and Missi Christine and Mrs. F. Porter. CLUB NOTES The Federation of Colored Women's Clubs had their District Meeting in Praitt, Kansas. The delegates made their reports, which were very good. The contestants from Wichita, were Miss Irene Jackson and Miss Julia Hex. Miss Jackson won 1st place in voice; Miss Hex won 1st place in piano. Mrs. Fines made a good club report. She also told of the wonderful sale of her original song, "Lifting As We Climb."(motto) A very good report was given by all of the delegates who went to the meeting. Mrs. Livingston also gave a report of the meeting which was very good. The II. T. Burleigh Club is doing fine work. After the meeting on April 13th at the home of Mrs. Livingston, Mrs. Fines and Mrs. Floyd served a very dainty repast.. The club adjourned to meet next Tuesday at Mrs. Livingston's (Miss) Clard Neal, Reporter. E. B. B. Club Notes. Mrs. Eva Woods was hostess on Wednesday afternoon in her home, 510 N. Water to the members of the club. Mrs. D. Harold led the devotion. "Our Words" was especially an interesting lesson study. They observed the 61st Memorial Day of Abraham Lincoln. The American Flag was displayed half mast draped in grey the Ethiopian mourning color. Among the current events of an interesting collection read by Mrs. Fossatt, was the following:— The British government has granted a lease to Jewish capitalist who will build a 10-million-dollar power plant on the River Jordan in Palestine. Besides supplying the larger part of ancient Bible lands with electricity the dam across the Jordan will raise its waters to a point where nearby arid lands may be irrigated American travelers in the Holy Land say the Zionists are expecting this historic region to become the Mecca of the Christian world and are getting ready to care for the ever-increasing hordes of tourists during the winter season. The next meeting will be held with Mrs. Dixon Harrul in her home, 510 N. Water. St. Paul Notes. "Now is Christ risen from the dead, and become the first fruits of them that slept." 1st Cor. 15.20, was the text from which our pastor, Rev. C. E. Brooks delivered a splendid sermon at 11 a.m. His theme was "Faith in the Ressurrection." The church is based upon a living Christ, whose influence is a light to the world, radiating hope, peace, joy and salvation. There was a splendid attendance at the session of our Bible School, despite the unfavorable conditions of the weather. A splendid review of the lesson study by Mr. Chester Johnson, teacher of the young ladies class. Dev. Brooks delivered a very excellent sermon at the evening services, 8 p. m. At 6:30 p. m., the A. C. E. League held their meeting. The Ladies Aid Society met on Wednesday afternoon. The Mute Missionary held their regular weekly meeting Friday afternoon. The Senior Choir, by request, repeated The Foster Cantata "The Crowned King" on Thursday evening. Calvary Baptist News Rev, J W Hayes, Pastor 9:30 a.m. Bible School well attended. Teacher of Teachers' Training Class is wearing the medal for the second month, for having the largest per cent of attendance present at the worship period. the Negro Star—for the good of the people DECOURSEY Grade "A" Milk Delivered to your home or at your Grocer's. WANTED Your Cars to paint can arrange on a weekly pay- ment plan. W. Walker 453 N. Water on health. After several special numbers rendered by the Junior, he brought the message from Luke 23.34. "Father forgive them." The doctrine of forgiveness. He admonished the church to live around the cross, for there is great power in the cross. 300 p. m. City Wide Mission met and carried out the following program: Talk—Co operate by Mrs. G. G. Walton. Paper by Mrs. Forkner. Solo by Mrs. Vera Glenn. Mr. W L Hutchinson introduced Mr. and Mrs. Hovt. He brought greetings and sang: "I Gave my Life for Thee," in the African dialect. These people have spent fifteen years in Africa. Rev. Wm McLiveren responded to each number on program and closed with a brief message on "Influence." 6:00 p. m., Roth Unions well attended. At 7:40 the Junior Union assembled with the Senior Union and rendered the following program—Song Class Will and Prophecy composed and read by Mary Neely Nellie Scott President of Junior Union. Introduced Rev. J W Haves, who addressed the claars and presented the cert facades of formation from Junior to Senior Union. The class was properly organized by the State President, Ben H. T. Sima and is ready for active service. 8:00 p. m., "Raise services conducted by Senior Choir and Rev J. F. Greer. The Pastor brought a great message from Luke 23:31 "And they parted his saliment and casted into" Subject: "Gamblings for the Outer Palm of Christ" Three things to observe: 1. In the gambling there were those who were satisfied with the ceremonial laws. 2. Others satisfied with the moral laws. 3. Others that were not satisfied with anything less than Jesus. Many visitors wore hooded with us. Remember the "Consecration" services going on this week. Monday night message, "O Lord Revive thy work." Hah. 2.2. Tuesday night, "Restore unto me the joy of the salvation." Pa. 51-12. Sunday a. m., April 18, the Pastor will bring a special message to children each one is asked to bring a nail. In the afternoon he will speak to women. JUNIOR B. Y. P. U. PROPHFCY Chicago, Illinois. Rev J. W. Haree, Apr. 11, 1957 615 Wahash Ave. Wachita, Kansas. Dear Rev. Haves—I know you are surprised to hear from me. I just found out the other day while looking over the Mission Herald, that you were still the pastor of Calvary. I am going to tell you what has happened to each to each one in the class of '26. On returning from five years in the Missionary field in Africa, I went to Olivet Baptist Church, when the choir marched in I recognized Margaret Van Lou and director and Ethel Case as organist and Mary Cooper, Ruth Stewart, Rocetta Green, Myrna Moore, Albert and Robert Anderson members. When I went to B. Y. P U, that night and when the President took her chair, I recognized her as my old friend Maxine Cooper and the Secretary as Gertrude Jones. Sincerely yours. THE JUNIOR B. Y. P. U. WILL. April in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and twenty-six, Junior P. Y. P. U. sixth block on North Water northwest corner. We, the departing Juniors of the R. Y. P. U., do bequeath to the forth coming Juniors of the said B. Y. P. U. the things that we have used in our days it this said B. Y. P. U., and we trust that they will be all to make as a good use of them as we have. Mina Maxine Cooper R lequeath to Nellie Scott, her presidential ability. Maxine wishes you to make good use of it, Nellie Ethel C se leaves her ability as pianist to Jewel Fouet. Margaret Van Leleaves her position as director of music to Gladys Crawford, Gertrude Jones leaves to Carrie Smith her seat next to the president, provided she will be secretary. Mary Nelly says, since she has to leave something it will be her ability to answer Biblical questions to Jeanette Jones, although the thinker will need it in the NOTICE: AGENTS & REPORTERS: News reaching this office later than Wednesday morning, is too late for that issue, and will have to wait for the next week. Please, understand, this is why some articles are late getting in the paper. for Union. Ruth Stewart whils her quietness to Gertrude Smith Ruth wishes you to make good use of it. Gertrude. Mary Copper. Rosetta Green, Ophetta Neely, Myrna Moore Robert and Alfred Anderson will their seats to the next class. Cherryvale News Notes. Sunday School at 9:55. Supt. and 2 teachers, was taught by Pastor Thomas. We are certainly glad to have Pastor Thomas back with us again, after 3 weeks of illness. Pastor Thomas filled the pulpit Sunday and chose for his discourse Mark 1:18. B. Y. P. U., at 6 15 opening by President proper after study of lesson which was carefully taught by Rev. J. S. King. A very short period was allowed for Group No. 2, which gave us a very interesting short song service. Group No. 3 received banner for highest amount of finance. At 8 o'clock, after a short devotional Pastor Thomas took for his discourse Luke 19:5. "Come down where G can use you," which was very interesting. Pastor Thomas, Rev. and Mrs. J. S. King. Mr. and Mrs. Herickton wish to thank the people of Cherryvale for their kindness: the fruits, money and different acts, that were brought to them during their illness and for the many good deeds, and words of comfort and consolation. Practically, all those, who were on the sick list, is gettin' up and around, except Miss Blanche Rogers. Cherryvale has lost the last oldest colored person in the city and a good faithful Christian of the Bethehem Baptist Church: Mrs Malinda Tyler, better known as Grardma Tyler died Monday morning at 7:30 of heart disease at the home of her daughter, Mrs. O. H Hill, where she has resided for the past 5 years; she was also the mother of Mrs. L. S. [Pig Ear] Smith, Mrs. Anna Hill of this city, Alfred Tyler, Coffeyville, Kans; Dan Tyler, Chicago; Grant Tyler, Omaha, Neb; Maggie Hieler, Okla. Grandma was 54. Don't forget the biz rally on the 4th Sunday and to hear Rev S. A Williams. It's good people of Coffeyville, a coming to help put the program over 13 God's name. Mrs. Ruth Wheaton was a business visitor in Independence. Mr. and Mrs. Brooks and Mrs. Wm. Thomas motored to Chanute, last Tues. Mr and Wm. Bryant and Mrs. Julia Mulligan of Coffeyville, motored to Cherryvale. Tuesday and spent the day visiting Mrs. Clara Daniels. Mr. Bryant, while in the city, was writing Insurance for the Security. He is doing a fine business in Coffeyville, and is well known here. Mrs. Barton of Clear Water, who has been here for the last 4 or 5 months at the home of her daughter Mrs. Frank Roberson, suffering from a stroke of paralysis, which was in her throat, and growing worse. She was taken back to her home last Tuesday accompanied by Mrs. Frank Roberson and daughter Bennie. A PLAY APPEARS The Fairmount Players will appear in "Mid Summer Night's Dreams," at the Wichita High School, Monday April 26, for the Benefit of the Phila Whenty Children's Home. Mrs. L. C. Cullough, a member of the Board, is Chairman of the Committee, promoting this event. Mr. W. L. Hutcherson of the Y, M. C. A., and Mr. B. H. Neely of the American Legion are the Committee on Publicity. All organizations of the Community are enthusiastically boosting this performance. The Children's Home is located in the 600 block on East 13th, and is rated as one of the efficient Social agencies of the Community. Mrs. Wm. Bowers is President of the Board. "The Wheels of Pharaoh's Chariot" An oration on The Nergo, will be delivered under the auspices of the Commission on Inter-racial Good Will at New Hope Church, Sunday, April 18th at 3 p.m., by Miss Willie Madge Bryant of Fairmount College. This is said to be one of the outstanding utterances, heard from the present generation. This oration won first place in the Rocky Mountain Collegiate Oratorical Contest. The public is invited. Hear Miss Bryant At New Hope Church Willie Madge Bryant, woman orator of Fairmount College, will give her oration, "Wheels of Pharaoh at a meeting of (Negro Churches) at New Hope, 9th and Ohio, Sunday afternoon at 3 p. m., April 18th. Miss Bryant is a Sophomore and the daughter of John B. Bryant, local attorney. She is a member of Pl Cappa Delta—National Honorary forensic society and of the "Aurie Chous" local cosmopolitan club of young people. Miss Ruth Marie Brown and Rochelle Mounts are also members of this club. This will be the tenth time Miss Bryant has given her oration. She has given it before various colored and white organizations. (W. L. Hutcherson is in charge of arrangements of the Sunday meeting.) Miss Bryant entered the National oratorical meet held in Denver, April 1st and passed preliminaries, orated in the finals. She received one 1st place by a California judge, but prejudice was so firm against any oration dealing with the Negro that she was not placed by other judges. The oration is a result of considerable work. It is beautifully constructed and wonderfully delivered. The inspiration which gave rise to the oration was the showing last winter of "The Ten Commandments." George D. Wilner, Professor of Public Speaking and Director of the "Fairmount Plays" who will present "Midsummer Night's Dream" at the High School, Monday April 26, for the Phyllis Wheatley Home, Coached Miss Bryant in her oration. How to Create a Higher Appreciation for Sacred Music in The B. Y. P. U. and enjoyment of all the rest of God's good and perfect gifts, abuses and corruptions have creat in, this is also true in the use of music. At one time we see a dumb, dull and otherwise common man suddenly transformed into a prophet of the most high, sharing in visions of rapture and the plans and purposes and counsels of God and sharing with Him the salvation of men and all produced by music. At another time, we see Lamech the great grandson of Enoch and the father of Jubal, the player of the harp and organ, becoming the second murderer from this same cause. At one time we see the children of of Israel celebrating their deliverance from Egyptian bondage by the singing and playing of music led by Miram and her timbrel. A little later we see those same people offending their God who had just delivered them, by singing and worshipping a golden calf. At one time we see David by the employment of music, driving the evil spirits away and thereby refreshing Saul. At another, we see three Hebrew Children consigned to the flames because they refused to how down at the sound of the music and do worship to the image that Nebuchadnezzar had reared up. At one time we see the angels of God heralding the advent of His Son by singing "Glory to God in the highest, peace on earth, and good will toward men." At another time we see a damsel dancing of the head of John the Baptist to the accompaniment of music. At still another time we see men called to worship by the use of music, and taught the Fatherhood of God and the Brotherhood of man. At another time we see them by the millions driven mad by the heating of the drum and the blowing of the horn, and shedding the blood of millions of their innocent brothers upon the battle field. And so we see that from almost time immemorial music has had a degrading influence as well as an elevating effect, and its uses have been destructive as well as constructive. Nevertheless, musical appreciation we all must have. For as Shakespeare said many years ago and said correctly, "Man who has no music in his soul, nor is not moved with concords of sweet sounds, is fit for treason, strategems, and spoils. The motions of his spirits are dull as right. And his affections dark as Cercbus. Let no such man be trusted." Our subject suggests that in the B. Y. P. Us. or elsewhere there has been a degeneration of Musical ap- preciation. The question as well as the subject with which we are now to deal, is "How to Create a Higher Appreciation for Sacred Music in the B. Y. P. Us. Doubtless there are many ways by which this end may be attained, but to my mind, there are three, than which there are none better; 1st To take the examples given us in the Bible for examination and study. 2nd That parents give their children a sacred musical education in the home. For it is in the home that the foundation of the child's life is laid in Christianity as well as in other things. 3rd That the B. Y. P. Us., elect elect competent and consecrated persons to have charge of the music. Now let us consider some of the possibilities that might result from these suggestions. The first suggestion was To take the example given us in the Bible for examination and study. No one can study, the Bible without being lifted and elevated to higher planes. This being true, then if these examples were carefully and interestingly arranged and used in the training department of the B. Y. P. Us, there is no doubt, on the part of any of us, that the members of this organization would be greatly benefitted. Since this is a training school for young Christians, we should be able at any time to select from its ranks persons willing and ready to render for the the Union sacred service along any of the lines of B. Y. P. U., work. This will be true, if we, as leaders, do our part. If just the "Motto" "Training for Service" of the B. Y. P. U., was carried out, there would never arise any criticism or disappointments resulting from persons holding office in this organization. The second suggestion was, That parents give their children a sacred musical education in the home. After the early impressions have been stamped upon the mind of the child, it is utterly impossible to erase them. Therefore, if the child was reared under the sounds of sacred vibrations this would become a part of his life, and he would grow and expand in this sacred atmosphere reaching his highest attainments. It is nothing less than the duty of the parents to keep the walls of their home consecrated with sacred music. In the end, they would reap a great harvest. For as in the days of David, music drove the evil spirits away, it will do the same today. The Christian army has suffered a great plague among the ranks, and have lost many battles from the lack of sacred strains within its soldiers' tents. The sad condition which exists before our eyes of the jazz and profanity of music ringing out in Christian homes, paralyzes the progress of Christian advancement. Parents who are supposed to be Christians, in many homes, are permitting their children and their neighbors' children to abuse and desecrate this divine contribution. It is a reflection upon their Christian character. If the B. Y. P. U., selects its music leaders from homes where this sad fact is true, then the music in the services will not be what it should be. The organization should see to it that no such persons be elected. The third suggestion would of itself counteract this, which is, That the B. Y. P. U., elect competent and consecrated persons to have charge of the music. In many instances, in order to have competent organists, the sacrifice of consecration is made. Whenever this is true, it is better to take the latter. First, stress should be placed upon consecration, competency should have second place in selecting of officers for any Christian society. A competent and consecrated organist will not improvise when playing for the services of the Union. For their training teaches them not to. But for the benefit of those who do this, let us make the following comparison: If you took a line from Bryant's Thanatopsis, would the verse have the same meaning? And tho you did so, you will admit that it would not be accepted by the public. Could you insert "and" "the" and "not" to suit your taste in "The Last Rose of Summer" and make the poem more complete? Suppose that it pleased your interpretation to do so—It would no longer be "The Last Rose of Summer." Since this is true in verse, it is likewise true with the notes, dots, and rests in music. Open your books to the "Crown" on the leaf page in the Gosnel Carols. Remove the dot from the quarter note in the last measure would completely destroy the rhythm of that same. The smooth harmonious flow of music which has been given us by the author, by such actions, becomes a jerky outburst of emotions conceived in and brought forth from the soul of the person at the instrument. There are some of the conditions that arise by the failure of the B. Y. P. Us. (Continued next issue )