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THE NEGRO STAR FOR THE GOOD OF THE PEOPLE Vol.19, No.38, TENNESSEE CGLORED STATE FAIR TENNESSEE CGLORED STATE FAIR TO HELP HIGHER EDUCATION. The officials of the TENNESSEE COLORED STATE FAIR, in addition to applying themselves to the formation of constructive plans for better farming and live stock raising for 1927 exhibition at Nashville, will award six prizes to as many deserving young people. The prizes will be tuition and board and a certain amount of cash. The individual will be permitted to make the selection of any school of higher education in the State, including seminaries. THE USE OF THE BIBLE IN THE HOME The Bible is God's message to us In it He tells us about Himself and He dealt with different persons, and I how He will deal with us. He tells us important things that we may know the truth and how we ought to live. The Bible tells us, most of all, how we may be saved from sin and its consequences; to true and holy living with all of its blessings and about Jesus, who came to earth to bring us this Salvation. The Bible has many precious promises and wise warnings and much good instructions and is in every way well fitted to help us to be true and noble. Therefore, in our homes we should give it careful attention, receive it with faith and love, lay it up in our hearts and practice it in our lives. It is impossible to tell of the many uses of the Bible in the home, because in it we can find instructions for everything needed in a home, hence we are going to discuss just a few of the uses of the Bible in the home. I. The Bible As A Guide. Thy word is a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path.—Psa.119: 105. Harents should let the word of God be their guide thru life, not on.y theirs, but teach it to their children in the home. The Bible is the "Book of Life," in the home, to show us how to live. We should yield ourselves unreserved, to its influence and study it to learn how to live. It is impossible to study the Bible properly and persistently without having a great transformation wrought in our personal lives. 11. The Bible as a Daily Companion The Bible should be used as a part of our morning worship to God. We should no matter how busy, give God sometime each day a few moments of praise and thanks for His kindness to us. How beautiful it looks to see a home that has erected a family altar to God. Devotion in the home or else where is incomplete without the Bible The Bible should be the most familiar for book in the home and have the most conspicious place, not under other books or on the shelf covered with dust, but let it be used daily as our companion. By careful study of the Bible, you can find something in it to suit your condition each day. for instance: When in sorrow; read John 14th chap for:—"Let not your heart be trouble I believe in God; believe also in me," etc. When your faith is weak, read Hebrews 11th chapter: "Now faith is assurance of things hoped for, a conviction of things not seen," etc. When you have sinned, read 51st Psa. "Have mercy upon me O, God according to they loving kindness, according to the multitudes of thy tender mercies blot out my transgressions." When you are lonely or afraid, read 23rd Psa., "Jehovsh is my shepherd, I shall not want," etc. When things go wrong and people seem to be against you, read 37th Psa., "Fret not thyself because of evil doers, neither be thou envious against them that work unrighteousness, for they shall soon be cut down like the grass and wither as the green herb." UNION ECHOLS. 615 Wabash., Wienita, Kans. Dec. 7th To The Negro Star, Dear Editor:—just a word respecting the city-wide revival held hea Nov. 8th to 45th by nev. s. L. Bano. preacher; and Prof. John II. Smiley, singer, accompanied by his amiable wife. Mrs. Smiley. It is acknowledge by those, who have lived here for more than twenty-five years that it was the most affective and helpful meeting ever held. Churches uniting in the movement Churches uniting in the movement were:—St. Mary, Tabernacle, New Hope, and Calvary Baptist Churches, however, before the close practically, every Evangelical church was takin part. Dr. Ballou, in the judgement of the brethren, is one of the most outstanding and forceful evangelists in the country, and Prof. Smiley, one of the most devout and inspiring singers that we have. Mrs. Smiley is equally helpful in her world. Our only excuse for asking this space is that the Christian world may know the intrinsic value of these work- ers. Any church or community that can secure their services will be blest. Wichita can never bbe the same. I voice the sentiment of my fellow pastors. Humbly your servant, J. W. Hayes, When you think of investments and returns, read Mark 10:17-31. If unsaved read John 6:16. "For God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth on him, should not perish, but have eternal life," etc. If a backslider, read Jer. 3:15, "Return O backsliding children saith Jehovah, for I am a husband unto you." III. The Bible as a Story Book. Use the Bible as a story, book for the children, read or tell to them the stories of Joseph, Moses, Birth of Jesus, John the Baptist and many other stories, which may be found interesting as well as instructive to children of all ages. Tell these stories to smaller children, who can't read them, but five older ones read them for themselves. IV. The Bitle as a Mirror in the Home We need to see ourselves, That is why we have mirrors. Some people of course use mirrors in order to congratulate themselves on what they see; others use them in order to improve what they see. God tells us that his word is a mirror which He wants us to use for our improvement, as He wants us to act on what we see there concerning ourselves. He says, "For if anyone is a hearer of the word and not a doer, he is like unto a man beholding his natural face in a mirror; for he beholdeth himself and goth awaj and straight-way forgetteth what manner of man he was." The Bible is the mirror of our reeds. You see things about yourself there that you never see anywhere else. Some folks don't like this mirror in their homes, some folks don't use it, but this is what God says about the right use of his mirror: "But he that worketh into the perfect law the law of liberty and so continueth being not a hearer that forgetteth, but a doer that worketh this man shall be blessed in his doing." Some results of using the Bible in the home. 3. There will be better homes in every respect. 4. There will be better churches, local members, who will give liberally to the cause of Christ. 5. There will be co-operation between pastor and church in putting over God's program. Last, better homes and better churches, which will mean better communities. CHRISTMAS CARD SALE!! Get your Christmas Cards now and he ready with the Season's Greetings for your friends—The Negro Star, WICHITA, KANSAS FRIDAY, Dec. 10, 1926. M. H. DR. R. T. Sims, the popular pastor of the First Baptist Church of Aberdeen and the Sprnnd Hill Baptist Church of Turelo, Miss, has returned after a most delightful trip to Gulfport and Moss Point, Miss. Some ytars ago Rev. Sima enjoyed the pastorate of Mt. Bethel Baptist Church at Gulfport, and also the First Baptist Church at Moss Point, Miss. His first stop was at Gulfport, where he was met at the train by Mr. Andrew Taylor, who owns the leading Drug Store of Gulport. Taylor was baptized by Rev. Sims during his pastorate in Gulfport. He has panied him to the home of his brother Dr. Taylor, who is a prominent physician of Gulfport. Dr. Taylor has just moved into his very palatial home. A beautiful Bungalow, built for the Madam's comfort and happiness. This home is modern in every way. Dr. and Mrs. Taylor made the stay of their former pastor very pleasant indeed. The Dr's. wife was also baptized by Rev. Sims. Mrs. Taylor is a very fine woman in the home and church. Mr. Andrew Taylor is greatly blessed a fine business woman for a wife. She is as well posted in how to run a drug store as she is in house keeping, and a fine Christian and church worker. They are also electing a very pretty home on 29th Ave. Dr. H. W. Wilson, a very noted Dentist on the Coast, is doing a wide practice, is also a close friend of Rev. Sims. Dr. Wilson is one of the deans of Mt Bethel. He made it very pleasant for his former pastor and wished to have him return to see them again. Dr. Wilson is planning to remodel his home very soon. Rev. Sims reports much improvement going on in Gulfport. Mr. and Mrs. Heslip are bunched with the number of the close friends of Rev. Sims. Mr. Heslip is a successful business man and one of the leading members of Mt. Bethel. He also was baptized by Rev. Sims during his pastorate at Gulfport. Among the many friends, he visited while there were Rev. Robertson, J. W. Lee, Mrs. Hair, Rudoff, Mr. and Mrs. King and mother, and many others, whose names, times nor space will not permit us to mention. Rev. Sims visited the home of Rev. LETTER OF COMMENDATION. CHERRYVALE, KANS., Dec. 6.—Editor H. T. Sims, Dear Editor;—I really have found The Negro Star to be really interesting, but really the most I have observed is the great B. Y. P. U. lessons found in each weekly issue. They certainly are interesting. May God bless this Negro race of ours and that The Negro Star may be circulated all over the world. Respectfully, Tessie Wheaton. Tyson, the present pastor of Mt. Bethel and found him in bed sick. Though ill, he tryed to cheer up and to say to Rev. Sims, we are very glad to have you with us and wished he was able to be out with him. He has a very pleasant wife, who tried to make it pleasant for Rev. Sims while their home. Rev. Tyson is doing his best to have the church to come up to the standard. We are praying for him and the work. Rev. preached twice at Mt. Bethel, while there. However, the condition of the weather was some hindrance a number came out to hear their former pastor, and expressed their joy and desired his return soon. MOSS POINT NEXT VISITED. MOSS POINT NEXT VISITED. He visited Moss Point through an invitation from the broad hearted pastor (Rev. J. W. Lee.) Rev. Le followed him at this point and has made good. He is a high Class Christian leader. This church was certainly fortunate to secure his service as their leader. Rev. Sims was the house guest of Rev. and Mrs. Le-white in Moss Point. His stay in this home was most pleasant. Mr. Lee, the wife of the pastor is a fine helpmeet for her husband and knows how to make it pleasant for visitors and friends. A very fine dinner was enjoyed in the home of Rev. and Mrs. Ellis. Rev Ellis was a deacon, when Rev. Sims pastored this church, he is now preaching. Some of the faithful members of this church were on the sick list and was made happy to have their former pastor to visit them and to offer prayer and to speak a word of cheer in them in their affliction. The shut in were Sisters Rosa Hubbard, E. Davis and Sister Boulden. Rev. Sims is very fond of pecans and having made it known to friends when he pastored in Moss Point, they remembered it and the following friends pave him a pecan shower Mrs. I. Taylor, Rev. and Mrs. Ellis, Mr. and Mrs. A. Browm, M. T. S. Short. Mrs. M. White, Mr. Jas. Jackson, Mrs. E. Williams and many others whose names we did not get. Rev. Sims preached here at 11:00 a. m., and 8:00 p. m., all of which seemed to have been enjoyed by all. On Friday, December 17th the L'Ouverture P. T. A., will hold its first night meeting for the year in the school auditorium. The program which will begin at 7:30 sharp will include a splendid address by the Rev. B. L. Har hunt cleret stunted music by the l'inde-garten kid'd and songs by the club [Name] DR. H. D. ALLEN, P. TH., PASTOR KANSAS CITY, KANSAS—The Mt. Zlon Baptist Church on the 25th of June called to their work, Rev. H. D. Allen, Sherman, Texas. Dr. Allen accepted the call and took charge of the work in August, 1926 It is reported that when he took charge of the work the membership consisted of only one hundred and thirty in number. Rev. Allen, being a man of strong evangelistic spirit and of power with Holy Ghost has continually, week after week poured into the service all of his God given power and as a result the membership increased to five hundred and seventy five. We find this membership strong in support and co-operation with the pastor in his program for a broader and larger activity. Dr. Allen has as fine a program as it has been our pleasure to observe. It is the opinion of each member that the work will go from one degree of success to another. The church is divided into several auxiliaries as follows: The Sunday School, W. M. Moore, Superintendent, The B, Y. P. U., W. C. McQuan, President; The Missionary Circle, E. A. Johnson, Pres.; Denaconess Board, Julia Collin, Pies.; Kastor's Aid, B. Sutton, Pres; Literary Society, T. M. Allen, Pres. The church is divided into fifty zone clubs, whose business it is to work for the interest of the church by weekly visitations that each member might be personally touched each week in the visits of the leaders of the clubs. Their duty is to touch the people spiritually and to assist them in meeting their financial obligations. The captain of each club reports every Friday night. When this work has been thoroughly done, it will mean that Fifty Dollars will be put in the church treasury each each week, Sister T. M. Allen is general secretary; Rev. Hamilton is pastor of the Junior Church, which was organized by Rev. Allen. The motto of this church is, "the lost saved for Christ." Rev. Allen's address is 2078 No. 6th St. Kansas City, Kansas. Anyone needing spiritual help and Christian advise will be helped by calling on Dr. Allen, who has laid out his life for this purpose. When you are in Kansas City, you are welcome at Mt. Zion Baptist Church. Reporterz. Eunice Trotter S. M. Foster. Sunday School at 9:30 a.m., was well attended. Preaching at 11:30 by pastor, Rev. H. D. Allen. Everyone present enjoyed the service at 3:00 o'clock. The Junior Church had service Rev. Hamilton is the Pastor of the Junior Church and preached a wonderful sermon. At 6:30 B. Y. P. W., True and Tried group rendered a good program. The Literary Society had a very nice program thanksgiving. The speakers of the evening were Rev. Thornton, Rev. Reeves, Prof. King, Rev. H. D. Allen. The Junior Mission had a nice program also the church zone made good report. Total amount of money raised for Sunday and Sunday night 8100 REY, H. D. ALLEN, Pastor EUNICE FOSTER, Reporte Five Cents Per Copy At the monthly meeting of the Wlchita Medical Society, Monday night, Dec. 6th, the following program was rendered, after the regular routine of business transactions: A paper by Dr. H. N. Sims, "Diseases of the Maxillary Sinus," which discussed pro and con and Dr. Sims received much praise from the fellows who said he burned the bridges behind him. "A Case" was reported by Dr. H. H. Wilson, which was very instructive, and the members of the society were much elated over this and claims much information that they can use in their daily work. After this, committees were appointed to make arrangements for the entertaining of the State Medical, Dental and Pharmaceutical Association which meets here May 1927. It is reported that every Negro Physician, Dentist and Pharmacist will attend our Wichita Meeting in May. These committees have the support and co-operation, and have already secured the St. Francis Hospital with entire equipment and staff to help entertain our fellow Physicians, Dentists and Pharmacists, and these committees are seeing the Wichita and Wesley Hospitals this week to make further arrangements for various Medical, Surgical and Dental Clinics. We want to use all of our hospitals if we can. This is our first time to have the offer of an, white hospital with the full support and cooperation, and equipment with the assistances of the entire staff. We are thanking St. Francis Hospital in advance and we hope to have a chance to thank the others as well. At the close of the meeting the following officerse were elected for 1927:—H. T. Geeder, M. D., Pres H. H. Wilson, M. D., Vice Pres. Frank O'Hara Miller, M. D., General Secretary; Perry Marsnall Bell, M. D., Treasurer; James Emerson Farmer, M. D., Chairman, Program Committee; Hugh N. Sims, D. D. S., Sergeant-at-Arms; Dr. David Ray McGee, the retiring President was profuse in his thanks to the fellows for their loyal support during this year. The Society closed to meet Jan. 3rd 1927, with Dr. H. H. Wilson, 519 N. Main St. All are invited. Coffeyville Notes. A good number present Sunrise prayer meeting, Sunday morning at o'clock. Our pastor, Rev., S. A. Williams, returned from Ottawa, Thursday, and was with us all day Sunday; preaching in his God fearing wa, as usual. Pastor Aid served dinner and supper at the church, Thursday. Mission Circle met Friday and served a good supper Friday evening, after regular meeting. Official Board met Monday night; Pastor absence, our assistant pastor, Rev. J. A. Dodd in his way of doing things, and in a class to himself when it comes to teaching, presided and taught the parliamentary lessons First, duty of members to the church, and after he had finished, all present could see plainl, when we had failed to perform our duties as members in so many ways. Mr. John Roberson, 607 E. First St was driving his horse and was struck by a car on 4th and Sunflower and hurt Thursday. Mr. Grant Chambers, Mrs. Bessie Butledge are yet on the sick list. Mrs. Naomia Rogers and husband of Oklahoma, are visiting her parents for a few days on East 2d. St. Mr. Andrew Woodard, an old citizen, died at the home of his sister's, Mrs. Raglan. Funeral held at the Skinner funeral home, officiated by Pastor S. A. Williams. Mrs. Jennie Carter and Mr. T. C. Cullins of Gray Horse, Okla., was quietly married Saturday. The funeral of Mr. Wm. Dickerson was held at Bouser Funeral Home. RENEW SUBSCRIPTION Sunday School Lesson (B) RKV E H FITKWAHLH IID, Dean of Law and Preventing Homeless Elite Institute of Chicago (6) 1924 Western Newcomber Union Lesson for December 12 LESSON TEXT—1 Sam. 110, 15-19 GOLDEN TEXT—Speak, Lord for thy servant heathest PRIMARY TOPIC—The Boy Samuel JUNIOR TOPIC—God calls the Boy Samuel INTERMEDIATE AND SENIOR TOPIC—The Lordhood of a Great Leader YOUNG PEOPLE AND ADULT TOPIC—Hearing and Heeding God's Voice In order to grasp the story of Samuel's boy good life, a survey should be made of I Samuel, ch 13. I. Samuel Given in Answer to Prayer (I Sam 1:19, 20) The name Samuel means "asked of God." He was given to Hannah in answer to her prayers. In connection with her asking tales gift from God, she vowed to give him to God. He was to be therefore a Nazarite all the days of his life. II. Samuel Given to the Lord (I Sam 1:24, 23) For a time he was cured for by his mother in the home. The best nurse and teacher for a child is his mother. According to her now when she asked the Lord for this child, at an early age she took him to the sanctuary and gave him over to the charge of Elijah, the priest, to minister in the sanctuary. III. Features of Israel's History In This Period (2:12-3:1) 1. The demoralized priesthood (1) They were actuated by greed (2:12-17). It was God's will that those who ministered at the altar should live of the things of the altar, but they broke through the divine regulations touching this matter, even to securing their selfish ends by force. (2) Gross Immorality (2:22) The courts of God's house were thus polluted The condition of the nation was most appalling: Degradation and ruin follow rapidly when God's ministers are under the away of lust and greed 2. An alienated people (2:30-32). 2. An alienated people (2250-62). Their sins separated them from God. God's holiness is such that those who practice sin are alienated from him. 3. The cessation of divine revelation (3:11). The Word of God was precious in those days. "There was no open vision" This shows that God was silent. The message from the Lord was more a memory than a present experience. The same thing in principle is true of the individual life today. Some who once enjoyed fellowship with God no longer hear His voice speaking to them. IV. God Called Samuel (3:2-10). IV. God Called Samuel (412-10). In striking contrast with the degeneracy of the nation, we have before us the beautiful life of Samuel. Dwelling, within the sacred courts and ministering, before the Lord with Elijah the immortal Samuel who is become the savior of his people. In Samuel we have a striking pattern of child religion. The Lord gave him in answer to Hannah's prayer. From his birth he was dedicated to the Lord. While quite young his mother took him to the sanctuary of the Lord where he served and slept. Two traits in Samuel's character stand out in this call namely, his cheerful obedience to the Lord's call and his surrendered will. He expressed his willingness before he knew what was required. He did not inquire what was wanted and then let his obedience depend upon its suitting him. We should believe that the Lord knows what is best and be willing to yield glad obedience to his commands. V. Samuel's First Prophetic Message (3:11-18). Up to this time Samuel obeyed the one who was over him, but the time had now come when he must directly hear and obey the Lord. The first message entrusted to him was a most terrible one. To deliver it was a most trying task. He hesitated to tell it to Eli, but when pressed by him he manifested the true courage which was trying back of his fear. It must have been a bitter experience to Eli to see Samuel recognized and himself passed by, but he was submissive. He knew that the alight was just. He could not fall to interpret it thus in view of the appearance of the man of God to him (2:2736). This fearful visitation upon Eli's house was due to the sins of his sons. He was held accountable for not restraining them. VI. Samuel Established in the Prophetic Office (3:19 21). "And Samuel grew and the Lord was with him and did let none of His words fall to the ground and all Israel from Dan even to Beersheba knew that Samuel was established to be a prophet of the Lord." Supreme Blessedness As long as we remain the ultimate owners and disposers of our goods we miss the supreme blessedness of life. F. B. Mejer, D. D. Obedience Obedience to God's command is the gnateway to high experience and large blessing.-Christian Monitor. Life is a constant want, therefore it should be a constant plucker. NOTES FROM THE WATCH-TOWER O that millions of us understood "Founders Day"—its significance and blessing, and would tell its message to others.1 As pastors and people our burdens will be lighter, our way smoother if we commit our way unto Him. A deeper prayer life will help us all. A lean life of prayer will make us sour and hard to get along with. Let us pray! Joshua's Covenant is a splendid reminder of our own church covenant Acalmilating the spirit of it will d much to enrich and brighten our spiritual lives. Know your covenant and teach it to your children who have believed. The deepest need of our work, a home and in Africa, is not more organization and wider plans, but spiritual strength. More Wrestling per. Jacob, when alone with God, received power with God and with me Peter, James and John on the mountain heard God. President Williams upon invitation of the pastors of Cincinnati, is w learn, preparing to call the Mid-winter meeting of the Executive Board of the National Baptist Convention to meet in that city, January 1912 1927. The Ministers Conference, under the leadership of Dr. W. H. Williams, is making arrangements to give us a royal reception, and to help all our work. For a long time our churches as schools have been trained to remember Africa on Christmas Day and Watch-meeting night. Dr. East bending every nerve to interest every church, every Sunday-School and indeed, Every Baptist to make a Christmas offering to Africa. Write him 701 S. 19th St., Philadelphia, Pa., for plans help him all you can, above all pray about it. Dr. Moses, the new Secretary of our Home Mission Board is laying some broad and informing plans for his new work. His Historical Picture Chart will do much to put the pastors of today in touch anew with the life and service of the pioneer pastors wwhose feet trod down the briers for ours and will surely make more worthy sons of noble fathers. Yours in His service, L.G. JORDAN. NEGRO DELEGATES HOLD MEETING NEGRO DELEGATES HOLD MEETING MANHATTAN, KANS, Nov. 27- The Negro Delegates met for two hours, this afternoon, and had presentations from our leaders, Rev. Williams, Prof. Harris, Prof. Fortner Prof Buster, and Mr. Hutcherson. The following fellows were elected officers of our Section;—Chairman, Willard Cropp; Vice chairman. Len Washington; Secretary-Treasurer, M Williams. We discussed the great problem we face, in the approach to the Christian principles that should Characterize our attitude towards the relationships between the two races. The Question has been asked, what response had the Negro boy made to the "Open door" here in Kansas Their representation at this Conference is an answer to this Question There are 44 Colored delegates. There are 6 adult leaders, and 38 boys. These delegates came from 15 different points in the state. We should like to voice our appreciation to those 8 communities that included colored boy in their delegation. And we challenge the other clubs that have Negro boys in their High Schools, to do likewise. Our message to the conference is the same one, given by our Representative at Helsingfors. "As Negro Youths, members of the Y. M. C. A. we wish do work with our white brothers on a plate where our dignity aid hooor will be respected. We would not be Christians, if we as members of the Y. M. C. A. did not co-operate with all our force, with all our prayers, in this work for young men and boys of all races. 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MISSIONARY BAPTIST STATE CONVENTION. REV. A. W. ROSS Executive Secretary and Superintendent of Missions. 821 Clay Street, Topeka, Kansas. November 12, 1926 Rev. A. W. Ross 821 Clay St. Topeka, Kans. My dear Dr. Ross: TOPEKA, KANSAS, Nov. 27, '26 Pastors, Workers and Churches of the Missionary Baptist State Convention of Kansas: The past year of our conventional work did not measure up to the financial standard of the previous year by Fifteen Hundred Dollars. Several reasons have been suggested as to the cause, but we feel that the new program was so far in advance that all the workers were not ready for its newness, and then too the change in not keeping before the people in placard forms the amount that each church was to give, fails to keep the local members informed as to their responsibility and has lessened the interest of the church. We are sure that many of our churches can lead out in a larger way in raising the apportionment that has been given them for the district, state and foreign mission work. It seems to me that it would be a fine thing for some of the pastors of our larger churches to lead out in doing for God that which they have planned to do for Him. With some special effort and emphasis placed on our program, it seems possible that at least twenty-five of our larger churches could bring to each board from Fifty to One Hundred Dollars each quarter, and then this would not cover the obligations as have been planned by us for these churches. Is it not possible that some man of God will lead out in this larger way for the work we have planned? We will be able to help our program largely in the future and assist the overburdened pastor if we are permitted to keep before his church and its auxiliaries, by use of placards, the responsibility of the church to the state. I am asking that the workers of each district will help us adjust this by starting out the new year, 1927. This appeal comes to you for the purpose of raising Fifteen Hundred Dollars to cover the deficit of our state work and to raise One Hundred Dollars for the American Baptist Theological Seminary at Nashville, complying with the request of Dr. L. K. Williams. The letter of Dr. Williams will follow this appeal and will state for itself the cause. We are asking each church to pledge from Two to Twenty Dollars, to be given between now and the first of the year that is, sometime in the month of December. If this is done it will help us cover our deficit and relieve the embarrassment of educational work at Nashville. Many of the churches and auxiliaries of the Neosho and Kaw Valley Secretary, ..... Mr. Ike Owens Fort Scott, Kansas Treasurer ..... Kev. James Wilson Ottawa, Kansas Officers of the Smoky Hill River Missionary Baptist District Association and its Auxiliary Conventions: Moderator .....Rev. G. T. Ralmey 920 N. Clay, Junction City. Vice Moderator .....Rev. M. T. Waters Salina, Kansas General Secretary—Lewis N. Grimes 615 W. 10th Junction City General Treasurer... Bro. Frank Tyler 907 N. Elm, Abilene, Kans. Statistician-Auditor... W. F. Warder Ellsworth, Kansas WOMAN'S HOME AND FOREIGN MISSIONARY CONVENTION President ... Sister M. D. Jones 609 W. 13th Junction City Vice Pres. ... Sister Carrie L. Davison Route 9 Box 93, Emporia Rec. Sec. ... Sister Essie D. Bryant 330 N. 2nd, Salina. SUNDAY SCHOOL CONVENTION. President ... Sister O. E. Jackson 420 S. Cottage Ave. Salina. Vice Pres. ... Sister Maude Curtis Abilene, Kansas. Rec. Sec. ... Sister Emma Tyler 907 N. Elm, Abilene. DAPTIST YOUNG PEOPLE'S UNION CONVENTION. President ... Bro. O. W. Gary Abilene, Kansas Vice Pres. ... Sister Anna Carter 214 S. East St. Emporia, Kans. Rec. Sec. ... Sister Bernice Brown Ellsworth, Kans. AUXILIARY MISSIONS CONTION President ...Sister Lois Vera Grimes 615 W. 10th St. Junction City. Districts, before whom this appeal was placed, have pledged to the work various sums ranging from Two to Twenty Dollars and some few of the churches have already sent in the amount pledged. We are asking that every church in the state will respond to this appeal, for if ever there was a time we needed to do our part, it is now. We are trusting that each pastor will place this appeal before his congregation for we know that the pastor is the keyman with God. It is a great thing to be a co-partner with Jesus Christ in the salvation of the world. This is God's plan; I am sure God can depend on you. I trust that when the first of the year comes and the report is printed in the Negro Star that not one church will have failed to respond and that Fifteen Hundred Dollors will have been raised. I am asking that each pastor will do his part and if he is not able to do so, write us a letter and state the cause. A. W. ROSS. Executive Secretary and Supt. of Mission, Missionary Baptist State Convention, Kansas. I am writing to submit for your consideration a very vital question which is the condition of the American Baptist Theological Seminary at Nashville. I am writing you because you are a member of the Education Board of the National Baptist Convention which is required to function in all National Baptist Convention educational matters. Sometime shortly after the closing of the recent session of the National Baptist Convention, Dr. Sutton E. dency of the Seminary. His resignation at this time, increased our problems and produced a new perplexing situation. You can see at once the truth in the above statement when you recall we have been forced to depend very much on the President of the Seminary, through his efforts, to maintain and manage the school. Again, since the resignation, follows immediately the close of the Convention, it is not possible for the Convention to give the relief to and meet the situation as it would have, had the resignation been submitted before or at the Ft. Worth meeting. Another tormenting element is the financial condition of the Seminary. It owes some debts that should have been paid before now. The question of meeting these and its current expenses is rather a disquieting, serious one. The fact that we have consumed in advance some of the credit coming from the Southern Baptist Convention further aggravates the financial status of this institution. What are we to do in the presence of this impending crisis where many tangible and intangible results are involved. Despair, sit down, whine and play the part of children? No gravity to this hour, and face the unever! But let us be embolden by the sue as red-blood men. What will you do? I am suggesting the answer: The Board of Directors of the National Baptist Convention will meet in Cincinnati January 19-23, 1927, and we purpose to make the Seminary the crowning feature of that meeting. We plan to raise at this time, sufficient funds for the school The Negro Star—For the good of the people Vice Pres.....Sister Anna Chaves Abilene, Kansas. Rec. Sec. Sister Burnaetta Brummell Saline, Kansas MINISTERS AND DEACONS' UNION. President ..... Rev. A. G. Mason Strong City, Kansas Vice Pres..... Rev. J. W. Johnson N. Mulberry, Abilene, Kansas 615 W. 10th St. Junction City Gen. Sec..... Lewis N. Grimes Gen. Music Director..... Sister Geraldine Bryant Hudson, 350 N. 2nd. St. Saline, Kansas EXECUTIVE BOARD MEMBERS. Main Body Rev. J. W. Johnson, N. Mulberry St. Abilene, Kansas Rev. J. Moore, Nicodemus. Kansas Rev. J. II. Bruce, 9th and Yuma St. Manhattan, Kansas Monday at 7:30 o'clock p. m., and one hour during the session except, Sunday. Second Day, Tuesday, Sunday School Convention. Third Day, Wednesday, Baptist Young Peoples Union Convention Sixth Day, Saturday a. m. and Evening Auxiliary Missions, Pilgrim Baptist Church, Manhattan, Kansas, Rev. J. H. Bruce, Pastor. The Executive Boards of this Association and its auxiliary Conventions shall meet Tuesday before the second Lord's Day in November, February, and May, at 7:00 o'clock p. m. and shall close on Thursday Evening. Nicodemus, Strong City, and Salina. 1st. 2nd. 3rd. Send all bazar pieces for State and District Work to sister J. B. Devine, 614 W. 9th St., Junction City, Kansas. Rev. E. L. Nail, Stockton, Kanaaa Stoves and Furniture Repaired SQUIRE FURNITURE New and Second Hand Furniture, Car Ranges, Window Shad Phone M. 183 221-223 N JACKSON & COMPAN Furniture Repaired We Sell on E RE FURNITURE COM and Second Hand Furniture, Carpeta, Matting, Linoleum. Ranges, Window Shades, Etc. New and Second Hand Furniture. Carpeta, Matting. Linoleum. 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HOLLY, Prop & Mgr. to steer it clear of and safely by the financial reefs that are so evident and threatening. I am asking each member of the Education Board, and am empowering them to be the financial agent for their states and that they will collect the amounts apportioned them, and report the same at Cincinnati, where we plan to organize The Board, so it can function more effectively than it now is. Remember my dear Brother, we, the Whole race and denomination, are on trial in this Seminary matter and we must no. and shall not fail. Write me at once if you will, God helping you, rais MISSION CONVENTION Sister Mary Brown, Russell, Kansas Sister J. E. Johnson, Manhattan, Kansas SUNDAY SCHOOL CONVENTION Sister Viola Robinson, 8th & Yuma Marshfield, Kansas Manhattan, Kansas Sister Alberta Payne, 519 W. 13th St. Junction City, Kansas Junction City, KANSAS B. Y. P. U. CONVENTION. Sister S. Hampton, East 7th Street Abilene, Kansas Siater Loiia V, Grimes, 615 W, 10th St Junction City, Kansas Junction City, Kansas AUXILIARY MISSIONS CONTION Secretary W. H. and F. M. Convention Board. TIME AND PLACE OF MEETINGS of the Smoky Hill River Missionary Baptist District Association and its Auxiliary Conventions and the Quarterly Board Meetings: The 24th Annual Association and Auxiliaries will meet Monday before the Second Lord's Day in August as follows: Officers of the Southeast ern Missionary Baptist District Association and its Auxiliary Conventions. C C C SOUTHEASTERN DISTRICT ASSOCIATION. Moderator ... Rev. J. T. Elias 211 E. 10th St., Pittsburg Vice Moderator ... Rev. C. Teal 719 S. 18th St., Independence General Sec'y... Rev. A. L. Gardner 615 S. 23rd St. Parsons. Treasurer ... Rev. L. J. Brown 2414 Morton Ave., Parsons. Time of meeting of Southeastern Association, Thursday before the 4th Lord's Day of July. 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Gardner, 615 S. 23rd St., Parsons. Vice President... Mrs. Bessie Metcalf Cherryvale, Kans. General Sec. ... Misa Bertha Robinson Cherryvale, Kans. Treasurer.....Mrs. M. Lytle, Chetopa B. Y. P. U. CONVENTION..... President .....$Rev. Wm. Thomas Cherryvale, Kans. Vice President.....Miss Ruby Meachem 2414 Morton, Parsons Gen. Sec. Miss Bonzetta Washington Independence, Kans. Treasurer.....Miss Marjorie Gunter District Superviser .....S. S. Hester Pittsburg, Kans. MINISTERS AND DEACONS UNION. President.....Rev. J. S. King 420 W. 3rd St., Cheeryvale, Kans. Vice President.....Rev. H. Hopkins Pittsburg, Kans. Gen. Sec.....Rev. J, P. Williams, Route 5, Parsons. Treasurer.....S. M. Archie 902 W. 13th St. Coffeyville Instructor.....Rev. P. D. Skinner, D. D. Coffeyville, Kans. Convenes Monday before Fourth Lord's Day in July. YOUNG LADIES DISTRICT CON. Auxiliary to S. S. Con.) President.....Mrs. E. M. Wyatt 403 S. 14th St. Independence. S. S. Convention, B. Y. P. U., Convention and Young Ladies Convention convenes Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday before the 2nd Lord's Day in June. Officers of the Northeastern District Missionary Baptist and its Auxiliary Conven- Northeastern District Missionary Baptist Association and Auxiliaries to be held Tuesday before the 4th Lord's Day in August 1927; First Baptist Church, Leavenworth, Kansas, Rev. M. J. Stewart, Pastor. November. 2nd. Wed. before 4th Lord's Day in February. 3rd. Wed. before 4th Lord's Day in 1608 Holman St., Joseph, Mo. Vice Mod erator ... Rev, M. Houston - 608 South 9th St.; Hiawatha, Kans. Gen. Sec. ... Cora J. James Rep. 236 Tennesse. Box 236 Tonganoxie, Kans. Treasurer..... Rev. B. J. Davidson 423 N. 6th St., Leavenworth, Kans. Auditor ..... Rev. W. L. Shook K. V. S. Toneka, Kans. K. V. S. Topeka, Kans. -- Board Members:—Rev. M. J. Stewart, Rev. G. D. Saunders, Rev. M. Fraizer. Life Members:—Rev. J. D. Hunt, Rev. and Mrs. J. W. Hayes, Mrs. L. V. Halm. District Missionary, Rev. 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CITY ITEMS Just as we were going to press the sad intelligence reached us of the death of Mr. Will Horton, well known citizen of Wichita, about 12 o'clock. Mrs. M. Harrell has returned from an extended stay in Oklahoma. Russell Taylor, who assists with the work around the Y. M., is assisting with the Christmas Rush at his old job with The Holmes Store. Guy Yancy is doing his work at the Y. M. C. A. Russell Taylor and Milburn Fort are out for Basketball at Friensus University. Capt. Hutcherson addressed the assembly at Horace Mann intermediate School on Tuesday. On Friday 10, he went to Emporia, went to speak at a Community Meeting. ANNOUNCEMENT Mrs. Hattle Simpson and Mr. J. B. Lewis will be married Dec. 16th in Newton, Kansas; afterwhich they will entertain a few friends at her home at 9th St., in the city. Mr. S. B. Kirk of Edmonton, Canada, after visiting his sister Mrs. Annie Timmons of Watonga, Oklahoma, and a host of relatives in Memphis, Tenn., is now in the city visiting other relative: Mrs. Lula White, Emma White and Ella Gibbs and friends. He will return to Canada in a few days. Dr. N. B. Briley had misfortune of getting two of his fingers severely mashed, Wednesday. The Mothers' Club. The club met with Mrs. Morgan Roberson in the 10th block on Ohio. The regular business was carried out and new members were voted upon. Mrs. Perry the President read a wonderful paper on "The Child in the Home." Mrs. Helm, one of our members, has her mother here visiting her. Mrs. R. Price was elected as Vice President. The meeting adjourned to meet with Mrs. Clinton Riden at 843 N. Ohio, next week. Mrs. Perry, President, Mrs. Riden, Reporter, The Committee of Management held their regular monthly meeting at the Branch, Tuesday evening. The Athenian Literary Society will meet at the Y. W. C. A., Sunday at 4 p. m. The subject of the discussion will be "Is the Colored Man More Successful in Business or Industry?" CARD OF THANKS. The family and relatives of Mr. Wm. H. Burton, Greenwood, Miss., wish to thank the church members and friends who so faithfully stood by us and him in his illness and death. For all gave their time and service so willingly and untiringly, trying to stay the coming end. Also for the floral offerings many and beautiful. May He who has all power watch over each of you and your loved ones to the final end. G. L. A. CLUB NOTES. The members of the club held a very pleasant meeting on Tuesday afternoon in the home of Mrs. S. W. Flemings. Quotations and current events were given. Needlework was engaged in; also timely topics discussed. The hostess served a delicious luncheon. Next week they will meet with Mrs. C. Tillman. BY REV. J. W. HAYES B. Y. P. U. Lesson, Dec. 12, 1926 DEVOTIONAL—Theme: "The Savon Walks. Lesson Text—Eph. 2:2; 4:1,17; 6:2, 8, 15. The devotional element is perhaps the least developed of our life. While we are busy here and there the time to be alone with God is gone. Our lesson today is devotional. It speaks of our walks, or rather our lives as revealed by what we do. The book of Ephesians was written by Paul. Whether he founded the church is not certain, at any rate, he did much for its development. The church was established about A. D 54. The epistle was written about A. D. 61 or 62. In our text Eph. 2:2, we observe we once walked by the drill master the Devil, The Prince of the power of the air. We marched by the music of hell. He somehow conceals himself in the very air we breath and seeks to enter our minds and hearts. Control our thought and actuate our motives. It is vital then to watch our thoughts for if we would walk straight, we must think straight. To disobey the moral law is to dishonor God and destroy oneself. Vcr. 10. We are recreated, made over, through Christ. We are the product of His hand, we are made into valuable instruments and now we walk in the right direction under divine orders, no longer the Prince of the power of the air giving command, but the Prince of Peace. We are called to a high office, Paul admonishes that we walk worthily we are to magnify the office. It is better to be worthy than to be honorable. Obedience to parents is the elementary step in a Godly walk. It is here we fix the habit of obedience, which determines character. The disobedient child dishonors its parents. Ver. 6:3, First, all good gifts come from God. Second, all right conduct is blest by Him. To every Divine command, there is a Divine promise. Ver. 15, In order to a Godly walk our feet must be shod for the rough and rugged road, to climb the mountains of opposition, to protect us from the thorns, thistles and serpents in the road and to maintain our hold in the slippery path a sinful world. Suggestive Thoughts. 1. We make one step at the time. 2. God will direct our steps if we ask Him. 3. Keep step with Christ, He is the only perfect soldier. 4. If we walk with the lame, we are apt to limp. Golden Text, Paa. 1:1 The Golden Text, suggests three mental, physical and spiritual states: 1. Can a man be a Christian soldier and march by the Devil's Music? 2. If a man walks with Christ, will He have much earthly companionship? 3. Do you tell whom you are by your words or by your walks? MT. ZION BAPTIST DR. H. D. ALLEN, R. TH., PASTOR Nov. 14th—Sunday was rally day to raise money for clearing the church Rev. Allen preached a wonderful sermon at 11:30; subject was taken from Ephesians 6:13. Every one present seemed to have enjoyed the sermon. At 2 o'clock the house was packed to hear Pastor Allen preach Sister Celia Allen's funeral. Rev. Allen said, Sister Freeman had preached her own funeral by the life she had lived. Sister Freeman had been a member of Mt. Zion for 46 years; was loved by all who knew her. She was a member of all the departments of the Ch., and always played her part well. She was the mother Junior Church and all the children love her dearly. Our Sunday School was well attended. B. Y, P. U., is taking on new life; the Willing and Ready Group rendered a good program. At 8 o'clock Rev. G. S. Sayles preached a wonderful sermon. Sister Sayles the sweet Gospel singer is a member of Mt. Zion and sang for each service. The Literary Society is doing fine; The Zone Dept. is to raise money for the expense of the church. Our slogan is 50 captains and each captain with 10 members, report $1.00 each Thursday night. You would be surprised to see how this Zone plan helps the church. The literary Dept. is the social part of our church. Come to Mt. Zion each Thursday night and you will hear good speaking, singing, praying and debating. Money raised on Sunday Nov. 21, $178.00. The Negro Star- For the good of the people WHEN YOU WANT THE BEST BUY PEIRLESS BUTTER COPLEY'S Ice Cream made by WICHITA CREAMERY CO. CHRISTMAS CARD SALE! Get your Christmas Cards now and be ready with The Season's Greetings for your friends—The Negro Star. SOUTHWEST DISTRICT MY DEAR BRETHREN:— Greeting in the Lord:— You are aware that we have just closed our first quarterly board meeting at Great Bend. From an institutional and devotional viewpoint the meeting was especially, helpful from a financial viewpoint our love apparently was cold. Many of our churches (be cause of the lack of interest which must be rendered through the pastor, did not report. We are asking, therefore, that each pastor who did not report at our meeting, collect and send in to Rev. B. L. Marchant, our Secretary, 100. N. Wabash, Wichita, Kansas, the amount due at this meeting, for which he will send receipt. Bretfren, you have been honored with the high office, "The Angel of the Church;" God is trusting you Can He trust you? Yours for a better District and truer stewardship, J. W. HAYES, Moderator. St. Mary Bapt. Church Rev. J. E. Douglas, Pastor Sunday was a successful day, beginning with Sunday School at 9:30 with Supt., Sis. Ora Evans and her staff present. The lesson was won derfully taught by the teachers. At tendance is growing larger, now over the 100 mark. Lesson reviewed b, the the Superintendent. At the 11 o'clock service, we had covenant meeting; many expressed a desire to do a greater work toward Kingdom Building. The Holy Spirit ran high. Invitation was extended two came forward. At 2:45, the pastor and members were at Calvary to the Union Baptizing, at which time, the Pastor baptized 31 candidates. The Pastor was also the chief speaker at the Unio. Meeting. At 6:00 p. m., Union was opened by Bro. J. H Moon, our Christian Culture Course Conductor. We had splendid session in Union. True and Tried Section was in charge of program which was very unique. The also won the banner for finance. At 8 p. m., the Pastor was in the pulpit; He chose his subject from the 12th chapter of St. John, 21st verse and preached a powerful sermon, using for a theme: "Sir, we would see Jesus." Invitation was extended, one came forward. Afterwhich, we fellowshipped over 43 into the church. We are putting on a rally on the 2nd Sunday and are urging all our members to come out prepared to put over God's program. The sick reported is Sister Roxio Donigan, who is doing nicely. Receipts for the day $88 68. The President of the City Wide Mission wishes all to be present at 2:30 the 2nd Sunday at Tabernacle Baptist Church. As splendid program has been arranged. Lewis Williams, Reporter. St. Mark M. E. Church. The services for Sunday, Dec. 5, 1926, was introduced by the splendid attendance of the Sunday School with a very interesting lesson. At 11 a. m., the Pastor delivered a soul stirring sermon to a crowded house. At 3 p. m., all of the Methodist churches were invited to attend the quarterly conference of Grant Memorial M. E. Church. The regular meeting of the Junior and Epworth League was as usual. At 7:30 the Pastor preached another fiery sermon to a crowded house. One new convert for the day. Collection for the day $107.34. Monday evening Trustee Meeting Tuesday evening, Teachers' Meeting. Wednesday evening, Prayer Meeting- Thursday evening, Choir rehearsal Friday evening, Church training. Ladies Aid No. 2 will meet at th Council Hall Wednesday at 3:30 o'clock. Ladies Aid No. 1 will meet at Mrs. Alice Williams, 1535 Wabash, on Thursday at 3 o'clock. Rev, C. W. Conwell, Pastor, * Velma Day, Reporter. St. Paul Notes. Sunday was quarterly meeting day. Presiding Elder Everett was present and preached at morning and evening services. The Holy Sacrament was administered. At 11 a.m., Rev. Everett selected his sermon from Luke 2.26; "And it was revealed unto him by the Holy Ghost that he should not see death before he had seen the Lord's Christ." He spoke of what effect the sight of Christ had on the world today: That He should be reflected through our lives, that there will always be found followers of Christ who are true and faithful. The attendance of the Bible School was good at their regular session, 9:45 a.m. We enjoyed the presence of our presiding elder, Rev. Everette, who made a splendid talk of encouragement and an urge to greater efforts in our work. On Monday evening owing to the unfavorable condition of the weather there was not the large attendance, otherwise expected, yet there was a highly appreciative audience present who witnessed the character program given by the ladies of the Pastors' Aid Society. Mrs. Josephine Ball deserves much credit in arranging this entertaining feature, also the others who assisted. Quarterly Conference was held on Tuesday evening. Presiding Elder Everett expressed his gratification of the splendid reports from all departments. Stewardess Board No.1 served the weekly dinner, Thursday. The Ladies Aid Society will hold their holiday bazaar on the 15, 16, 17. Special program each evening. Cherryvale News Notes Sunday School at 9:45 opened b. Supt. Mc Murgess lesson: "Ruth and Noami." taught by Ruth Wheaton, Ethel Roberson and Supt. Burgess and thoroughly reviewed by Pastor Thomas. The Sunday School elected officers for the next ensuing year 1927. The whole staff of officers were re-elected. At 11:00 a. m., Scripture reading was led by Rev. J. S. King, after which Pastor Thomas turned the meeting into the hands of everybody and had a real old fashioned covenant meeting. We were proud to have such a nice crowd present. At 3.00 p. m., Bible study hour still doing nicely 20 present. Subject: "Perservance of Saints," taught by teacher, Rev. J. S. Kinks. Rev. Meekey of Parson was a visitor in our Bible Class, Sunday afternoon. B. Y. P. U., 6.00 p. m., opening by president Tessie Wheaton. Lesson taught by teacher, Metcalf. As this was the first Sunday, Group No. 1 rendered a very spiritual song service. They received banner, but not 100%. Evening service 8.00 p. m., Scripture read by Rev. C. W. Brown. Prayer by Rev. J. S. King. Pastor Thomas brought to us a bruning message found Matt. 26.28, subject: "Communion," which was well discussed and spiritually enjoyed. The Lord's Supper was also administered. On next Sunday, Dec. 12th at 3:00 p. m., Rev. Broadnax of Independence will preach at the M. E. Church. The public is cordially invited to attend. Rev. T. E. Walker ex-pastor of the M. E. Church, now of Galena and Rev Meekey of Parsons, motored here Sunday and spent the afternoon. Rev. Walker reports Mrs. Walker as mending very slowly. Rev. J. H. Daniels took Sunday dinner with Mr. and Mrs. J. Toliver. Mrs. Wm. Thomas is some what indisposed at this writing. Miss Nellie Roberson is slowly on the mend. Mr. and Mrs. S. Metcalf and family and Mr. and Mrs. C. Daniels and family took Sunday dinner with Rev. and Mrs. J. S. King. Mrs. Medlock of Parsons, mother Mrs. Willie Green spent Sunday, visiting her daughter and baby and other friends. Mrs. Bessie Green, who has been sick, came to stay a while with her mother, Mrs. Ida Teal, Mr. and Mrs C. Weekliff and family and Mrs. Ida Teal accompanied Mrs. Green back to Parsons, in the Weckliff's car. Misses Lucile Porter of Vandaford and Nannie Roberson of Independence spent Sunday afternoon at the Roberson home and also attended B Y. P. U. and nite service. Don't forget the 10 clubs in their 60 day drive each club is doing splen did work. Don't fail to patronize our colors' stores. Marcelling, Manicuring, Facial and Scalp Treatments by Experienced Operators DOLLIE BEAUTY SHOPPE Mme. C. J. Walker's Prep. DRINK BUDWEISER NE-HI Suits Pressed While You Wait. ONE D PHONE I SUITS MADE TO Jorda FINE T And DRY C RED RED STAR NEW CO. TRADE MARK RED STAR WICHITA, KS. TFE WICHITA VINEGAR & B. C. Suits Pressed While You Wait. Cleaning and Dyeing a Specialty ONE DAY SERVICE PHONE MKT. 4324 SUITS MADE TO ORDER FROM $19.00 AND UP. Jordan's 517 N. Main FINE TAILORING And DRY CLEANING RED STAR in your flour bin is a guarantee of delicious bakings. YOUR CAKES, PIES, PASTRIES, AND BREAD will always be wholesome and good if you bake with Red Star Mr. Wm. Bryant left week for points in Oklahoma. Rev. S. A. Williams of Coffeyville, was a short business visitor of Pastor Thomas last week. FOR SALE CRAWFORD & CRAWFORD REAL ESTATE, INVESTMENTS Phone Mkt. 3265 6101/2 N. Main St WICHITA, KANSAS. 8th Blk. E. 8th St., 6 rooms, gas electric. Price $1850.00. Liberal terms. 1227 N. Meade, 4 rooms, new, electricity. Price $1400.00. Liberal terms. 1026 Mathewson, 4 rooms, gas electric, 2 lots. Price $1800.00. Cash down $150.00. $18.00 per month. 6th Blk. Cleveland, 6 rooms, modern, 2 lots. Price $2600.00. Cash down $500.00. $25.00 per month. 6th Blk Indiana, 4 rooms, gas electric. For quick sale $1350.00. Cash down $100.00. Balance like rent. 5th Blk Ohio, new 4 room house, modern, full basement. Liberal terms. 5th Blk Water, 5 rooms, modern, Price $2500.00. Cash down $300.00. $25.00 per month. 8th Blk Water, 6 rooms, modern, East frontage. For quick sale $3500. Cash down $500.00. Balance like rent. 6th Blk Main, 6 room house, Double, room stone store bldg, Price $1500.00. Cash down $500.00. $25.00 per month. A good investment. 8th Blk Mathewson, 5 rooms, modern. Price $2800.00. Cash down $300. $25.00 per month. 8th Blk Mathewson, 8 rooms, strict ly modern. 4 lots. Price $1500.00. Cash down $500.00. Balance like rent. 9th Blk Wabash, 6 room stone house, gas, electric, 2 lots. East frontage. Price $1600.00. Cash down $500.00. $18.00 per month. 9th Blk. Cleveland, 7 rooms, modern, 3 lots, good barn, shaded trees. VINEGAR & B. C. Cleaning and Dyeing a Specialty DAY SERVICE MKT. 4324 ORDER FROM $19.00 AND UP. lan's 517 N. Main TAILORING CLEANING STAR your flour bin is a guarantee of delici- ous bakings. OUR CAKES, PIES, PASTRIES, AND BREAD always be wholesome and if you bake with Red Star Price $3800.00. Cash down $500.00. Balance like rent. About 500 vacant lots for sale in any part of the city. FOR RENT. 600 N. Main, store room for rent, size 22x40, best location for colored business on N. Main; will give lease to right party. $40.00 per month. 619 Wichita, 6 rooms, gas and electric. $16.00 per month. 1437 Wabash, 9 rooms. $18.00 per month. 816 E. 3rd, 5 rooms, water paid. $13.00 per month. 920 E. 3rd, 5 rooms, water paid. $13.50 per month. 432 N. Mosley, 4 rooms, newly decorated. $14.00 per month. 233 N. Mosley, 5 rooms, newly decorated, barn or garage. $7.00 per month. 1057 N. Mead, 4 rooms, electricity, water paid. $15.00 per month. 1623 N. Topeka, 5 rooms, semi-mo- ern. $16.00 per month. 6th Blk N. Main, 17 room rooming house, completely furnished. $35.00 per month. 609 N. Main, 6 rooms, gas and electricity. $18.00 per month. 1205 N. Washington, 4 rooms, gas and electricity. $15.00 per month. 1615 Sherwood, 5 rooms, gas electricity. $15.00 per month. 623 Wabash, 4 rooms, gas and electricity, $18.00 per month. 1319 Indiana, 5 rooms, modern, $20.00 per month. 1227 N. Meade, 4 rooms, new, electricity, $14.00 per month. 9th Blk Meade, two 2 room apartments. $7.50 per month each. Water bills paid on all apartments. 605 Ohio, 6 rooms, modern. $20.00 per month. W. Elm St. 8 room rooming house, modern. Rent to right party. $25.00 per month.