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THE NEGRO STAR FOR THE GOOD OF THE PEOPLE --- Continued from last issue. Thursday evening, Dec. 16, 1926, with a great occasion, opening with prayer by Iev. W, H. Thompson. Anthem by St. Mary Choir. All enjoy the paper: "What the Church thinks of Rev. Hayes as a Leader"; by a member of St. Mary; Sweet was Quartet by St. Mary Baptist Church. A logical address, "John Wesley Hayes as an Asset to the Community", Rev. J. E. Doughlass, song by Calvary Baptist Junior Choir, Short talk: "What Rev. Hayes has Meant to the Deacon Board of Calvary", Calvary Deacon. A lovely selection by St. Mary Choir. Friday, Dec. 17, St. Mark's M. E. Church and Calvary Senior Choir entertained. Bro. Thos. Whitlow prayed the opening prayer in Bro. J. A. Smith's stead. Anthem by St. Mark Choir. Mrs Gertrude Walton gave much information from the subject: "What Rev. Hayes has Meant to the Harmony of the Choir," The Misses Williams of St. Mark rendered a lovely duet. Rev. Conwell delivered the principal address for the evening from "What a Minister Can Do to Make the Music in the Church, More Effective." We enjoyed the tussle brout out from this paper, "The Place of Music in the Church;" by Miss Williams. Anthem by St. Mark Choir. Sunday was a big day at Calvary all day, beginning with S. School. Illness prevented Dr. E. W. Perry from being present, but Dr. L. S. Scruggs, Dean of Central Baptist Theological Seminary, was here in his stead and wonderfully served the occasion at 11 and at 8. The Community Mass Meeting was a decided success under the auspices of the Y. M. C. A. with Bro. J. T. Chinshin. Master of Ceremonies, who said some very witty things; Bro. Jones Mason gave a very sensible talk of the Hi-Y Boys' view of Rev. Hayes. Capt. W. L. Hutcherson delivered the principal address with plenty of information as to Pastor Hayes' worth to the Y. M. C. A. and Community. This occasion led all the others from a financial point, with St. Paul ranking 2nd. Monday evening was another graet evening with the St. Matthew, Grant Chapel, Indiana-Avenue and Calvary "Uthor Board." Song by St. Matthew Choir, which was the largest of all the choirs rendering services, during the anniversary. Rev. C. H. Glass spoke out of his soul on "The Worth of Rev. Hayes to the Denominations of the City." Every song of the evening was good. Tuesday night, Dec. 21, was the crowning night with a lovely banquet sweetened by the harmony from the Coleridge-Taylor Conservatory Orchestra, directed by Mr. Ernest Powell. Miss Oreatha Rattilf, in behalf of the Aid presented the Pastor with $10.00 for each year's service. Her words were appropriate and inspiring. This drew the Pastor out of his shell and he wonderfully responded. But the crowning point of the occasion was the thought and eloquence of the address delivered by Dr. W. H. Rogers, Pastor of the First Baptist Church of the city. He touched every point of church life, pointed out all the evils and he gave remedies to correct them. Thus Calvary pushing away from the shore with more determination to reach high and do more for fallen humanity. The Pastor's Aid put this occasion over in great style and we are proud of them, St. Mary Bapt. Church Rev. J. E. Douglas, Pastor We had splendid services throughout the day with S. S. beginning at 9:30 with Supt, Sister Ora Crane and her staff of officers, present. The lesson was wonderfully taught by the teachers and reviewed by Supt. At 11 o'clock, after devotion, Pastor chose text from St. Mark, 2:1-10. Invitation was extended; four came. At 7:30 Christian Culture Course was opened by Conductor. Willing and Ready had charge of Program; also won the banner for finance raising $14.05. At 8o'clock, after devotion, Pastor preached a powerful sermon. Invitation extended, three came. Many visitors were with us throut the day; which we always welcome. Beginning with S. S., 9:30, excellent service throut the day; review by Sunt. Attendance over 100 mark. At 11 o'clock, after devotion, Pastor took his text from 1 Samuel, 3:9. Word: "Speak Lord, for thy servant heareth." Union was opened by Christian Culture Course Conductor; Ever Loyal had charge of program, also won the banner for finance, raising $12.17. At 8 o'clock, after devotion Pastor chose his text from St. John 4:29: "Come see a man which told me everything that I ever did. Is not this the Christ?" Pastor preached a powerful sermon. Invitation extended, 1 came. Total receipts for the day, $165.53. Funeral services of Sister Joalie Carlison was held Monday afternoon 2:30 at St. Mary's Baptist Church. Lewis Williams. Reporter. Lewis Williams, Reporter. HE NOW SLEEPS The funeral services for David R. Green was held at Calvary Baptist Church, Thursday, Dec. 23, at 2:50 p. m. Mr. Green was born in Ottawa, Kansas, Oct. 21, 1811 and moved with his family to Wichita in 1815. He was an employee of the Sarta Fe R. R. Co., with headquarters at Newton, and Kansas City. A few weeks ago he became ill and came home to spend his last days with parents and friends. He is survived by his parents, Rev. and Mrs. J. F. Green, 1837 Ohio Ave.; one sister, Mrs. Magnolia Green; three nieces: Fronetta Jackson, Edith and Bernice Steward; one nephew, Jesse Steward, and a host of friends. He was a member of Highland Baptist Church, Kansas City, Mo. and is said to have lived a consistent Christian. Paola Gleanings. Services were well attended at Mt. Olivet Baptist Church, Sunday, Pastor J. A. Rucker delivered a Soul tring sermon. The Sunday School was well attenued; also the B. Y. P. U. Sunday was rally day. The deans raised $21 03. (Ninety-one Dollars.) and the Mission Circle raised $103 00. (One Hundred and Eight Dollars.) The Faithful Few Club presented Pastor J. A. Rucker, Forty Dollars. Beulah Vantrice is President. Pastor Rucker left for Hugoton, last week to help Rev. A. W. Ross. Little Thelma Lee Croobs is seri- lal. Miss Rosie Orr and Robert Orr were married Monday a week ago. Mr. C. W. Davis returned to Kansas City, Mo. after spending the week end with his family. Mrs. Sarah Jeltz spent Friday in Kansas City, Oklahoma. Mrs. Beaulah Vantrice is somewhat indisposed. Mrs. John Hess, who has been confined to her home for some time, is corvalescing, slowly. Masters John Wilhort and Robert and Robert Orr, Jr., were dinner guests of Mrs. B. V. Wilson, Sunday. Miss Milford Pawton of Kansas City, in the quest of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Will Payton. The Mt. Olivett Baptist Circle met at the home of Mrs. Ed. Webb, Fride hold election of officers: Mrs. J. A. Rucker, President; Mrs. Rosetta Irvin, Vice President; Mrs. Rosa Orr, Secretary; Mrs. Neely Davis, Treasurer; Mrs. A. McPherson, Chaplain; Mrs. B. V. Wilson, Reporter. Lookout Committee: Messrs B. Vantree, B. Austin, B. Cooper, Chairman, Chairman Sick Committee! Mrs. B. V. Wilson. After business session, a goose dinner was served by the Postess assisted by Mrs. V. Jewett and Mrs. F. Simmons. Meeting adjourned to meet with Mrs. C. W. Davis, Dec. 17. The Faithful Club was entertained Tuesday by Mrs. Emma Clay. There were fifty-four present. Services were largely attended, Sunday, at Mt. Olivett Baptist Ch. At Pastor Rucker was out of town we enjoyed ourselves in an old time prayer meeting. The Sunday School was out in full bloom; Sister Bettie Cooper, Supt, B, Y, P, U., is taking on new life in the rally contett. True and Tried won, Mrs. Beaulah Vantree, Pres Ever Loyal and and Old Reliable will entertain True and Tried, Wednesday evening with a three-course luncheon. The Progressive Society rendered a very inspiring program Friday nite. The Faithful Club was entertained Wednesday nite in the basement by Mrs. Vantree. The choir rendered a musical Sunday evening at 8 o'clock. Pastor's Aid met at the home of Mrs. Robert Orr, Friday; She served a delicious lunch. Mr. J. A. Rucker spent Thursday in Kansas City. Mr. Albert Williams and R. M. Shelby are on the sick list. Miss Katherine Dillard passed away on Saturday, of last week, at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Dillard. Mrs. Phou Ewing and Mrs. Jao. Hess are still on the sick list. Mrs. E. Johnson and Mrs. Lee Wilholt of Hillsdale, were dinner guests of Mrs. B. V. Wilson, Sunday, WICHITA, KANSAS, FRIDAY, Dec. 24, 1926. GREETINGS I am wishing a very Happy Christmas S.ason to every Son and Daughter of Jerusalem, as we sing, Pence on Earth, Good Will to been. The greatest and best in the whole beautiful life—thought of the Son of Man was in giving and forgiving. May we give liberally of a Love that cher-shes only the finest and best—seeking no other motive in our Son and Daughters, may the spirit of Christmas bring to each S. and D. of Jerusalem its full measure of joy and happiness, and as an overtone to Happiness, the consciousness that they have been true to each trust Thou gavest him' or her to keep—May Unity, Charity, Benevolence, abide. C. M. JOHNSON, Supreme Grand King, Hotton, Kas. WISHING YOU THE SEASON'S GREETINGS WISHING YOU THE SEASON'S GREETINGS First. Happiness Second, Health and Prosperity. The first for Christmas and New Year —THE SECOND FOREVER— JACKSON & CO. UNDERTAKERS 628 N. Maln Wichita, Kans. WE come at the close of another year with Hearty Greetings an best wishes for the Coming Year Thanks for your patronage, and Co-operation. THERE WILL BE NO PAPER NEXT WEEK. THE NEGRO STAR PUB. CO. Coffeyville Notes. CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH CORRECTION In the news of last week the pastor's text should have read Sunday, a. m., "The Church convert and the Sinner." Official Board met Monday nite, with full staff present. Pastor Williams presiding, parliamentary Study one hour. After regular routine of business, Tuesday nite, Mission Circle and clubs met, making good reports; Wednesday nite, prayer meeting, Deacon Johnson, leader, a goodly number present and spiritual meeting. Sunday morning at six o'clock prayer service to be long remembered; 50 present at arrise, and a Gospel shower was poured upon us, singing and praying with the spirit, until every one present was filled to overflowing with joy. Sinners came forward for prayer. We are convinced every day that it is through the fervent prayers of a faithful few that God is so wonderfully blessing Calvary in her efforts. We are very much encouraged with what has been done under the leadership of Pastor Williams, so much so, until we are now willing to go all the way. Sunday School and 11 o'clock service good considering the inclement weather. At 8:30 Pastor Williams, in a brief way but full of fire, preached again, taking for his subject: "Love Triumphs Over the Sword:—1, He that taketh the sword shall perish with the sword. 2; We can heap coals of fire upon our enemies' head with kindness and with love; just overflow all evil with love. And many other good things were said to improve our way of living if we will only practice them. The little son of Mr. and Mrs. Everett Buckner died on East 1st; funeral held Sunday, Pastor Williams, officiated. Mrs. Charity Wallace of Kansas City, attended the funeral of her little grandson. A beautiful Yuletide party was given at the home of Mrs. Susie Tinsley, 102 E. 5th, under auspices of the S. M. T. Lodge. House was beautifully decorated in lodge colors. About 35 present; a delicious lunch was served and all had a pleasant time. Mrs. Cora Goodlowe is ill. Mr. and Mrs. Fred Shue, after touring in the West: Colorado, Arizona, Mexico, and other points for several months, have returned home. Mrs. Ethel Rice of K. C., visited her sister, Mrs. Bessie Rutledge, who is sick this week. Mississ. Dora Morris, Edna Glenn, and Burnzetta Hunter, have gone to their different homes to spend the holidays with relatives. Sunday was a glad day at Calvary in service from early morn throughout the day, full of spiritual fervor. Sunrise prayer meeting was an unusual scene; people praying out of their hearts and the Holy Spirit was manifest; 2 sinners and one backslider present for prayer. 39 persons present. Visit Calvary prayer Meeting Wednesday nite. Prayer is the key to heaven. Sunday School, Rev, J. A. Dodd, Supt, Good attendance; interesting lesson; timely suggestions on Xmas activities by the Pastor, all having the Xmas Spirit. 11 o'clock service largely attended. Pastor Williams delivered a powerful sermon, hitting sin in every form, 'text, "life Church, the Christian and the Convert" taken from Ruth, picturing the beautiful life of Ruth and Naomi, the principal for which the church stands. He pointed out the life of a real Christian, and very vividly, lives we live as supposed to be Christians were distasteful in the sight of God. As Christians we should live so that others would respect our God and be willing to take Him as their's. This case Ruth effected by the Christian life of Naomi, was willing to accept her God and also her people. Christians should live lives that others may be overcome by their beauty and turn to a bleeding Savior who is willing to save all. And many other good thoughts were mentioned. All will agree that God is truly speaking through our Pastor, for he is cleaning up from the pulpit to the pews; 3 came for prayer. At 1 o'clock a delicious dinner was served in the dining hall by Pastor's Aid and Mission Circle. 3:30 rally service also anniversary service with assistance of Rev. C. Teal of Maple Street Baptist Church, Independence, and choir, Rev. Nix of St. John; Rev. Utssey and people of the C. M. E., with Rev. H. H. Hopson and Rev. Skinner as visitors... One of the greatest rallies in all history of Calvary. Music by Calvary and Maple St. Choirs; Congregational singing, Rev. Nix; Paper, "History of the Church" by Mrs. Ada Gilbert; well prepared and ably delivered; Reminiscence by Rev. H. H. Hopson, refreshed our minds of things many years ago, were pleasant to our memories; Inst. Solo by Prof. Renfro, was beautifully rendered Prof. Renfro is an artist; singing by both choirs was above the average. The rally was a 30 days' contest be- LYNCHERS KNOWN SAYS GOVERNOR COLUMBIA, S. C., Dec. 11—Gov. McLeod has disclosed that he has evidence identifying members of a mob which removed three persons from jail at Alken on the night of October 8th and shot them to death. "Every day our evidence gets stronger," the Governor said late Tuesday, add that within 10 days he would announce the the findings of the investigation. J. Percy Hart, constable and Sheriff Nollie Robinson of Alken County were implicated as participants in the lynching affidavits sworn to by Mrs. Lucy Mooney and Charles E. Lee, both of whom were prisoners in the jail from, which the three Negroes, Bertha, Demon and Clarence Lowman were removed. Hart and Robinson each have denied that he participated in the delivery. Gov. McLeod said the evidence he had implicated persons not named in the affidavits, but that it corroborated the statement to which Mrs. Moonel and Lee have sworn. "I am not going to try to pass the buck to my successor insofar as the first steps are concerned," the Governor said, "but I may have to give Jim an uncompleted job." John G. Richards, a member of the State Railroad Commission, will succeed Gov. McLeod on January 10th. tween Mission Circle, Rev. Dodd, as leader and Aid, Pastor Williams, loader; Mission Circle former champion, was given the whipping the pastor promised it 30 days ago. Just coming out of a 30 days' drive, all did well, Mission raising $205.00 and Pastor's Aid ~ $251.62. The Pastor was truly elated and the spirit was great. We are learning the spirit of love and harmony in our contests. Sister H. Roberts, Pres. of Aid is to be complimented in taking the small number and doing such excellent work, it shows she believes in obedience to leadership, Sister Mary Warren, President of Circle, Rev. Dodd, leader took defeat good natured but the twinkle of the eye let Pastor Williams and the Aid know they mean from now on to be at the front. Steps are completed and paid for the credit of the Pastor's Aid, are very beautiful, much credit to Mr. Fowler, colored contractor. 8 oclock, short service; preaching by Rev. Dixon from 15th chapter St. John. Collection for the day $510.48. God is truly blessing Calvary thro' prayer, obedience and the following leadership. We hope to be up stairs, soon—B. Hudson, Reporter. NEW YEAR'S GIFT WASHINGTON, D. C. Dec. 1, 1920 To the Superintendent and Officers of each Sunday School and President and Officers of each B. Y. P. U.: GREETING: This Comes to inform you that the President of the Sunday School and B. Y. P. U. Congress has under consideration the reconstruction of our Congress program, so that it will be more helpful and satisfactory to the great army of Christian workers, who will gather in Nashville, Tenn., June 22, 1927. But to do this will increase our expenses, however, I believe the young people should have the best that can be obtained for them. Therefore to keep the best Officers and General Director from having to borrow money to begin the work of the Congress as we have had to do each year; I am asking every B. Y. P. U., and Sunday School to make a New Year's Gift to the Congress of not less than $1.00 each by Jan. 1, 1927. Send all donations to the Recording Secretary, H. T. Sims, 1241 Wabash Avenue, Wichita, Kansas, who will receipt you for the same. This money will be reported at our Executive Board Meeting in January, therefore, do not fail to get your donation in hand in time to be reported at the Board Meeting. Yours for the young Baptist of America, W. H. JERNAGIN, President, Five Cents Per Copy THE PRESIDENT'S CHRISTMAS GREETINGS KANSAS CITY, KANS. Dec. 14 I want to extend to true Missionary Baptists of Kansas, my Xmas Greetings of Peace on earth and good will to men, wishing for each and all, a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. I am sure that in our common tasks, our experience has been similar, our burdens have been heavy and the ordeals through which we have passed have been perilous, but the Captain of ones great army has given us strength to carry our burdens and good cheer in the midst of our trying ordeals, so that we can say in the inspired words of King David—"The Lord is my Shepherd; I shall not want. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures, he leadeth me be beside the still waters. He restoreth my soul; he leadeth me in paths of righteousness for his name's sake. Yes, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil; for thou art with me; thy rod and staff they comfort me." Now the Good Shepherd has thus brought help and cheer to us that we may give and pass it on to others. He speaks to each and all of us—"Freely ye have received, freely give." Some one has said that the Christians are the channels through which the rivers of Christ's blessings flow, and that we should not retain all the blessings He pours into our channels for ourselves, but that we should like the rivers do at times, overflow our channels so that the whole earth may receive the blessings of Christ. At the approaching season when men everywhere will celebrate the event of God's greatest gift and good cheer or good will to men, I am praying that the Holy Spirit will put the heavenly inspiration and love in our hearts to overflow our channels with the blessings of God to the less favored workers in our State and the world. The call of the Missionary Pastor of our great State Convention comes to us; please overflow and let some blessings fall on me. The call of the Missionary in our Foreign fields comes—please overflow and let some blessings fall on me. The call of the American Baptist Seminary at Nashville, Tenn., comes to us, please lst some blessings overflow to me. Likewise, the urgent call of our Central Baptist Seminary at Topeka, prays for an overflowing of blessings to fall on it. In Christ's stead, I am urging that each pastor and church of our state heed these calls and overflow the channels of your personal and local needs to the amount of at least Ten Dollars ($10.00,) an after collection between this and the New Year, and send the money to Rev. A. W. Ross our State Missionary, so that the Gospel of peace, good will, and divine help and salvation, may water Kansas and the whole world. My dear brethren, and co-workers with Christ—Let us wipe out the deficit of $800 on last year's missionary pastor's account and meet the present calls of the field by raising a Christmas Cheer Fund of not less than $1500.00 by the first of the New Year.. Each Moderator, each President of the State and District Auxiliary Conventions, each Pastor, Church and Church Auxiliary, should heed the call of Xmas Cheer and contribute something to these worthy Gospel enterprizes, fostered by our great State Convention. Pardon the reference please—First Baptist, has already, forwarded to the Missionary a contribution of Xmas Cheer for our State Work. Let the noble children follow her example. And now the God of peace, that brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus, that great Shepherd of the sheep, thruogh the blood of the everlasting covenant. Make you perfect in every good work to do His will, pleasing in His sight, through Jesus Christ; to whom be glory forever and ever, Amen. With best wishes for each and all of my brethren and sisters in Christ, I am your humble and grateful servant. W. A. BOWREN. Improved Uniform International Sunday School Lesson (By REV. P. R FITZWATER DD, Dean of Day and Paving Schools, Moody Bible Institute of Chicago) (© 1928 Western Newspaper Union) Lesson for December 20 REVIEW—Notes to Samuel REVIEW—Songs to Stimuli GOLDEN TEXT—Surely He salva- tion is nigh them that fear Him, that glory may dwell in our land PRIMARY TOPIC—Favorite Stories of the Quarter JUNIOR TOPIC—Stories of Israel's Leaders TEACHER INTERMEDIATE AND EENIOR TOPIC—Great Men and Women of the Quarter. JOUNG PEOPLE AND ADULT TOP IC—Great Teaching of the Quarter. Three good methods may be used for this review. I. Assign to the members of the clauses a week ahead the task of pre- paring a description of the outstanding events of each lesson. The length of such descriptions will depend upon the number of pupils in the class and time allowed for the lesson. II. Assign to the pupils the outstanding personalities of the quarter the task of making an analysis of these characters, pointing out the strong and weak points thereof. The principal persons appearing in the quarter's lessons are Moses, Joshua, Caleb, Gideon, Ruth and Samuel Two pupils may be assigned to report on the same character, the one on the strong points and the other on the weak points. III. Ask the members of the class to bring a written report on each lesson, giving the principal fact and the leading lesson thereof. The following suggestions are offered: October 3. Moses sought the help of Hobub in guiding Israel through the wilderness. Though Hobub was a shrewd child of the desert, the Lord God was a better guide than he. Like Moses, we should acknowledge the leadership of the Lord, even though it may mean confession of our own failure. October 10. Through unbelief spies were sent to Canaan. The majority report was brought by the ten spies Joshua and Caleb recognized the diffulties equally with the ten, but he cause they had faith in God, counseled taking possession of the land October 17. Because of an act of disobedience Moses was deburred from entering the promised land. Though he had to suffer this loss, the Lord gave him a place in the very front rank of His prophets. October 24. Upon Moses' retirement and death, Joshua was appointed as a new leader of Israel. Though God's servants die, His work goes on because the Lord has always in readiness capable leaders. October 31. Six awful woes are polled out as coming upon those who indulge in wine. The only safe attitude toward the intoxicating cup is not to look at it, not to come into its way; total abstinence is enjoined upon all. November 7. Jericho, the key to the land of Canaan, fell prostrate through faith in God. Spiritual victories are won upon principles and by means which are utterly foolish in themselves. November 14. Because of Caleb's sterling character and his loyalty to God, he came into possession of the inheritance which God had chosen for him. November 21. In Joshua's forewel address he brought to the attention of Israel God's providential dealing with them and appealed to them to renew their covenant with his God. The people entered into a formal covenant at Shechem. In order to clinch this obligation Joshua wrote down their agreement in a book, and as a further help set up a large stone as a witness. November 28. Glideon's army was reduced to 300. All who were cowardly were permitted to withdraw Others unfit were likewise permitted to withdraw. A small company trusting God can win the victory over a mighty host. December 5. Ruth chose to be identified with the people of the Lord. Because of this choice she came into possession of the blessings of the true God and her name has become immortal. December 12. Because God gave to Hannah a son in answer to her prayer, she gave him up to service in the house of God. December 19. As Samuel in his old age was retiring from the place of judgeship in Israel, he challenged the people as to the integrity of his conduct among them. Everyone in public life should be ambitious to leave an untarnished record at the close of his career. Our Souls' Craving Our souls crave a perfect good; we feel the pull thitherward, we own the law that points in that direction.—William M. Salter. Measures Our Love What we are willing to do for Christ measures our love for Him.—Echoea. The Heavenly Life The heavenly life strives in the midst of trials.—Echoea. DECEMBER, 26, 1926. Missionary Lesson, Subject: "Missionary Map of the world. Mark 16, John 3:16: "God's love is the ground of redemptive plan, because God loved as only God could love. He was pleased to express his love by giving to the object of His Love, the world, (His enemy) the best He could give, His Son, for when we were yet sinners, we were reconciled to God by the death on the Cross. Thank God for the everlasting gift. Jesus appears to His church after His triumphal resurrection as it sat His triumphal resurrection as it sat at meat and what did He find? Unbelief and dullness of mind, slow to apprehend the truth of the Scriptures. They doubted the witnesses, notwithstanding, the promise (Destroy this temple and in three days I will raise it up again.) Humanly speaking Christ was disappointed at what He found. Where He should have found faith, He found doubt, where He should have found understanding He found misapprehension. So He upbraided or reproached the disciples, instructed and confirmed them. Now when the church was strengthened and could be trusted, it was given the Great Commission, the most precious gift, the Gospel of Christ. The church should keep it for all and still give it to all. The truth is, we keep it by giving it and give it by keeping it. The more we keep, the more we have to give and the more we give the more we have to keep. The true church is, God in the world, seeking to reconcile the world to Himself through His Son. He is working with and through His disciples to this end. "Go ye everywhere to everybody. Preach, proclaim Divine truth, persuavely, publish the good news and glad tidings." We best preach by being the highest exponent of the life and character of Jesus. Christ is bidding for the heart of humanity. He is the highest bidder, He offers most: Eternal Life. The conditions are, faith and obedience. His command is not for argument but for obedience. Unbelief is the dawning of sin, it truly means, no God. A ruling passion to obey is the greatest miracle. Certain signs follow implicit faith in God. There are always many evidences of a natural birth. Only one evidence is needed, however, (a living child) vital union with God is itself a miracle and the proper exercise of that union with God works miracles. It is said, "Such signs shall follow as casting out devils, speaking in other languages, handling serpents, raising the sick, and even drinking poison without hurt. Here we have promise of power and protection. "Go ye." (these signs to strengthen belief) followed the church in its foundation work and the power of God is no less evident today. In fact it is more pronounced, its manifestations, however, may be different. We are now erecting the edifice, the the church is now assured, ("will build my church.") External signs, as valuable as they are no not determine the life of God in the soul, but the life of God in the soul is the source of external signs. It is soul power the church must have. Golden Text explained. 1. The church is moving toward a better day. 2. The last day of the church will be the best day. 3. The church shall be permanently established. 4. The church will be universal in its outreach and influence. 5. The highest point in human society is the church. QUESTINONS:—What is the Great Commission? To whom given and by whom given and for whom? What is the promise to Missionaries? What is the sign or signs that we are doing this work? If each member were a Missionary, himself saved would our churches be empty and dives and prisons full? Is every body in your home a Christian- Is your next door neighbor saved? If you cannot go to the Foreign Fields you can, at least, go to Him. When you criticize the Missionary Society, are you offering and giving anything better? Are you doing your bit? We had better start at home. 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 (because 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, 1009 N. Wabash, Wichita, Kansas, the amount due at this meeting, for which he will send receipt. Brethren, 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. WICHITA'S BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL INDEX PHONE D. 669-R MRS. IDA MAE BALLANCE, NURSE Obstetrical Cases a Specialty 1329 WABASH AVE. REASONABLE CHARGES NEAT WORK PRICES REASONABLE MRS MARTHA E. ROBINSON SEAMSTRESS PETER H. BURGESS H. T. GEEDER, M. D.. Office 10131; E. 13th Phone M. 3868 DISEASES OF WOMEN A SPECIALTY Evening Hours 7.00 to 9:00 p. m Res. 122 N. Waco Phone D. 4597 WICHITA, KANSAS Office Phone Mkt. 6176 Res. Mkt. 7522-W Practice In All Courts AMBROSE P. WOODARD Attorney and Cousellor at Law 600% N. Main St. Wichita, Kans. Tees. 501N. 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Do not keep infected teeth or roots in your mouth:— They infect your whole system, They give you a bad breath, They give you stomach trouble, They make you cross and disagreeable to your friends. Call Office Mkt. 740. Home D. 1085-J If not found at either Call Mkt 3139 NEEDED HELPS FOR CHURCHES & AUXILIARIES Church Financial Record Book $1.58 Sunday School Sec. Record Book 1.09 Church Treasurer's Order Book .25 Preacher's License.....7.75 Local License.....2.5 Church Letters, per dozen.....2.5 B. School Class Record Book.....2.5 Church Treasurer's Order Book ..2.5 B. Y. P. U. Sec'y. Record Book 1.00 B. Y. P. U. Section Record Book .57 B. Y. P. U. Treas. Order Book 2.5 Order Books on any Treasurer 2.8 We print any design you want by The Negro Star Publishing Co. 1261 Wabash Ave Wichita, Kans. 'Phone Market 3159 PHONE Mkt. 3969 GED. WILLIAMS FUNERAL HOME 1345 Wabash Ave. Wichita, - Kansas E BALLANCE, RSE uses a Specialty REASONABLE CHARGES PRICES REASONABLE A. E. ROBINSON STRESS I121E. 13th St. A. W. MARSHALL, Manager WICHITA, PHONE MARKET 8007 TURK'S PLACE 507 N. Main St. Barbecued Meat Coney Islands and Cold Drinks SEE US AND BE FED IDEAL VULCANIZING CO. GENERAL REPAIRING of TIRES and TUBES GENTRAL Baptist Theological Seminary Topeka, Kansas. Adjoiring Kansas Industrial Education Institution. NOW OPEN With Efficient Teachers. Splendid Campus Fine Dormitory. Students wanted who desire to study for the ministry. E. E. WEAVER Principal. H MITCHELL D. D. Dean. A. W. ROSS, Director Address all communications to either of the above persons. Things to be Prayed For: Summer School, Student Body, Missions, Faculty, Friends for Institute. New Building, One Hundred acres of land A. W. ROSS, Gen. Missionary Men's Rubber Heals 50c Men's half soles Leather $1.00 Men's half soles Panco $1.00 Ladies' half soles 75c Rubber Heels: Ladies' 35c Diamond Oak and L. M. leather used and all work guaranteed. I.E. Reddick, 739 N. St Francis "SAY IT WITH MUSIC" The COLERIDGE-TAYLOR CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC 12th and Wabash · Learn to sing or play. Surprise Yourself. STUDY MUSIC WITH A SPECIALIST. Study Music At the Largest School of Music in the STATE PIANO VOICE VIOLIN HARMONY LEARN TO COMPOSE Take The Diploma Course. Get Scholastic Credit. CALL OR WRITE Miss Dorothy L. Sims 1241 WABASH AVE. PHONE M. 3130 WICHITA, KANSAS DAY CALLS. DOUGLAS 1085-J 'N. K. C.' The Miracle Hair Grower and Smoother. 912 E. 13TH. ST. Official State & Districts Kansas Baptist Directory. THE GREAT BIG TOYLAND of Kansas where Santa Claus makes his permanent home F.G. ORR'S BOOK STORE 327 & 2226 E. DOUGLAS A Rooster of Our Official Family: Neosho Valley District Baptist Association: ASSOCIATION PROPER Moderator.....Rev. J. H. Scott, Osawatomie, Kans. Vice Mod.....Rev. W. F. Beatty Ft. Scott, Kans. Secretary.....Rev. C. O. Marshall, Chanute, Kans. Treasurer.....Rev. Jas. Stovall Humboldt, Kans. WOMAN'S HOME FOREIGN MISSION. President.....Mrs. J. W. Gordon Iola, Kansas Vice Pres.....Mrs. I. M. Hughes Ottawa, Kansas Secretary.....Mrs. M. G. Glover, Chanute, Kansas Treasurer.....Mrs. F. Cohran, Fort Scott, Kansas SUNDAY SCHOOL, CONVENTION. President..... Rev. M. J. Smith, Fort Scott, Kans. Vice Pres..... Mrs. Bettie Cooper, Paola, Kansas Secretary..... Miss Lida Crump, Olathe, Kansas Treasurer ..... Mrs. Carrie Whitever Fort Scott, Kansas BAPTIST YOUNG PEOPLES UNION. President ..... Mrs. M. L. Owens Fort Scott, Kans. Vice Pres.....Mr. Minor Fleming, Fort Scott, Kansas Secretary..... Miss Elsie Lewis Ottawa, Kansas Treasurer..... Mrs. Martha Baker Olathe, Kansas MINISTERS AND DEACONS UNION. President..... Rev. J. A. Rucker, Paola, Kansas Vice Pres..... Rev. F. W. Williamson Hillsdale, Kansas THE LEGEND OF THE WESTERN WORLD FIVE TEXAS KILLERS HELD FOR GRAND JURY (Preston News Service) RICHMOND, TEX., Dec. 3—Five white men charged with murder in connection with the slaying of three Negroes on a ranch near here two weeks ago were granted bond at the conclusion of their preliminary hearing here, Wednesday. The case will be submitted to the Fort Bend County Grand Jury next March. FOR SALE. CRAWFORD & CRAWFORD REAL ESTATE, INVESTMENTS Phone Mkt. 3265 610% N. Main St. WICHITA, KANSAS. 9th block on Indiana; Price $1800. Liberal terms. 6th block on Mathewson, Price $2500.00. Cash $300.00. Per Month $25 00. 8th Blk. E. 8th St., 6 rooms, gas, electric. Price $1850.00. Liberal terms. 1227 N. Meade, 4 rooms, new, electric. Price $1400.00. Liberal terms. 1026 Mathewson, 4 rooms, gas, electric. 2 lots. Price $1800.00. Cash down $150.00. $1800 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 Water, 5 rooms, modern Price $250000. Cash down $300.00 $25.00 per month. East frontage. For quick sale $3500 8th Blk Water, 6 rooms, modern. Secretary, ..... Mr. Ike Owens Fort Scott, Kansas Treasurer..... Rev. James Wilson Ottawa, Kansas Officers of the Smoky Hill River Missionary Baptist District Association and its Auxiliary Conventions: ASSOCIATION PROPER: Moderator ..... Rev. G. T. Ralmey 920 N. Clay, Junction City General Secretary—Lewis N. Grimes 615 W. 10th Junction City General Treasurer... Bro. Frank Tyler 907 N. Llm, Abilene, Kans. Statistician-Auditor.... W. F. Warder Ellsworth, Kansas WOMAN'S HOME AND FOREIGN MISSIONARY CONVENTION President ..... Sister M. D. Jones 509 W. 13th Junction City Vice Pres. ..... Sister Carrie L. Davison Route 9, Bar 93, Emporia Route 9 Box 93, Limporia Rec. Sec. ..... Sister Essie D. Bryant 330 N. 2nd, Salma 350 N. 2nd. Salina. SUNDAY SCHOOL CONVENTION. President ..... Sister O. E. Jackson 420 S. Cottage Ave. Salina. Vice Pres ..... Sister Maude Curtis Abilene, Kansas. 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. THE GREAT BIG TOYLAND of Kansas where Santa Claus makes his permanent home F.G. ORR'S BOOK STORE 327 & 2226 E. DOUGLAS Cash down $500.00. Balance like rent. 6th Blk Main, 6 room house, Double room stone store bldg. Price $5500.00. 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, strictly modern, 4 lots. Price $1500.00 Cash down $500.00. Balance like rent 9th Blk Wabash, 6 room stone house, gas, electric, 2 lotg. East frontage. Price $1600 00. Cash down $50.00. $18 00 per month. 9th Blk. Cleveland, 7 rooms, modern, 3 lots, good barn, shade trees. 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 electricity. $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. $1.700 per month. 1057 N. Mead, 4 rooms, electricity, water paid. $15.00 per month. 1623 N. Topeka, 5 rooms, semi-mo1ern. $15.00 per month. 6th Blk N. Main, 17 room rooming house, completely furnished. $35.00 per month. 609 N. Main, 6 roomg, gas and electricity. $18.00 per month. 1615 Sherwood, 5 rooms, gas elec tricity, $15.00 per month. Vice Pres.....Sister Anna Chaves Abilene, Kansas. Rec. Sec. Sister Burnadetta Drummell 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 615 W. 10th St. Junction City Gen. Sec. ..... Lewis N. Grimes Gen. Music Director ..... Sister Geraldine Bryant Hudson, 330 N. 2nd. St. Salina, Kansas EXECUTIVE BOARD MEMBERS. Main Body Rev. J. W. Johnson. N. Mulberry St. Abilene, Kansas Rev. J. Moore, Nicodemus. Kansas Rev. J. H. 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 People's 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. Nails, Stockton, Kansas Stoves and Furniture Repaired SQUIRE FURNITURE New and Second Hand Furniture, Co Ranges, Window Sha New and Second Hand Furniture, Carpets, Matting, Linoleum. Stoves Ranges, Window Shades, Etc. Phone M. 183 221-223 N. Main JACKSON & COMPANY U JACKSON & COMPANY UNDERTAKERS AMBULANCE - SERVICE In hours of bereavement, we to handle all details rendered you LICENSED EMBALMERS Arrangements are incomplete THE PERSONAL SERV Abner B. Jack In hours of bereavement, we stand with a ray of comfort to handle all details rendered your beloved ones. LICENSED EMBALMERS IN ATTENDANCE. Arrangements are incomplete unless you are satisfied. THE PERSONAL SERVICE, YOU DESIRE. SERVICE TAXI CAB SERVICE TAXI CAB AT YOUR DOOR ·THREE GOOD DEPENDABLE CARS "SERVICE" is our Motto OPEN DAY AND NIGHT Polite and Careful Drivers PHONES:— MKT. 2169 DOU. 7440 GEORGE A. HOLL GEORGE A. HOLLY, Prop & Mgr. 623 Indiana, 4 rooms, gas and elec tricity. $15.50 per month. 623.Wabash, 4 rooms, gas and elec tricity. $18.00 per month. 1319 Indiana, 5 rooms, modern $20.00 per month. 1227 N. Meade, 4 rooms, new, elec tricity. $14.00 per month. 9th Blk Meade, two 3 room apart ments. $14.00 per month each. 9th Blk Meade, two 2 room apart ments. $750 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 --- Phone M.183 Phone Mkt. 4310 Rev. A. G. Mason, Strong City, Kans. WOMAN HOME & FOREIGN MISSION CONVENTION Sister Mary Brown, Russell, Kansas Sister J. E. Johnson, Manhattan, Kans SUNDAY SCHOOL CONVENTION. Sister Viola Robinson, 8th & Yuma Manhattan, Kansas Sister Alberta Payne, 519 W. 13th St. Junction City, Kansas B. Y, P. U. CONVENTION. Sister S. Hampton, East 7th Street Abilene, Kansas Sister Lois 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 21st 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., Pittsburgh Nice Notator..... Rev. 4. Toal 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. Woman's Home and Foreign Mis- We Sell on Easy Payments URE COMPANY Carpets, Matting, Linoleum. Stoves Shades, Etc. 23 N. Main Wichita, KANS ANY UNDERTAKERS we stand with a ray of comfort your beloved ones. ERS IN ATTENDANCE. te unless you are satisfied. SERVICE, YOU DESIRE. Jackson, M'g'r B AT YOUR DOOR -609 N. MAIN ST. LLY, Prop & Mgr. per month. 902 Wabash, 5 rooms, Gas, Electric. $14.00 per Month. 965 Wabash, 5 rooms, Gas, Electric, $14.00 per Month. 1057 N. Mead, 4 rooms, Water bill paid; per Month $14.00. 1300 Indiana, 5 Rooms, Gas, Elec- Electric, Water; per Month $16.00. tric; per Month, $14.00. 1302 Indiana, 5 Rooms, Gas, Elec- Electric; per Month, $12.00. 628 N. Main DECOURSEY Grade "A" Milk Delivered To your home or at your Grocer's. STRAIT-TEX CHEMICAL CO, 569 Sixth Avenue, Pittsburgh, Pa. SAYERS DAIRY PASTURIZED MILK & CREAM "Wichita's Pride" Rose Bud Butter M. 4118 132 N. Walnut L'OUVERTURE SANDWICH SHOP CHUB TROUTT PROP. 1415 H. MOSLEY AVE. WE BARBECUE "The King of All Barbecues" SUNDAY DINNERS A SPECIALTY. SHORT ORDERS AT ALL HOURS If you Really want to eat, this is the Place. No order is too small or too large. ALL OF OUR FOOD IS ESPECIALLY SELECTED AND PREPARED BY EXPERISE WE ONLY ASK FOR ONE CHANCE alon Convention convenes Tuesday befor 4th Lord's Day in July; President .....Mrs. Mary Dial 1015 N. Broadway, Pittsburg. Vice President .....Mrs. Clara Brown 100 E. Pine St. Cherokee General Sec. ..... Mrs. Millie Anderson 516 E. 51th St. Coffeyville Treasurer ..... Mrs. Minus Duncan 221 Park Ave., Baxter Springs. SOUTHEASTERN DISTRICT S. S. CONVENTION. President ..... Rev. A. L. Gardner, 615 S. 23rd St., Parsons. Vice President ..... Mrs. Bessie Metcalf Cherryvale, Kans. General Sec. ..... Miss Bertha Robinson Cherryvale, Kans. Treasurer.....Mrs. M. Litle, Chetopa B. Y. P. U. CONVENTION. ..... President .....$Rev. Wm. Thomas Cherryvale, Kans. Vice President ...Miss Ruby Meachem 2414 Morton, Parsons Gen. Sec. Miss Bonzetta Washington Independence, Kans. 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. MOUNG LADIES DISTRICT CON 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 Conventions: 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. Three Board Meetings: 1st. Wed. before 4th Lord's Day in November. 2nd. Wed. before 4th Lord's Day in February. 3rd. Wed. before 4th Lord's Day in May. OFFICERS: Moderator ..... Rev. Chas. Favors 1608 Holman St., Joseph, Mo. Vice Moderator ..... Rev. M. Houston 308 South 9th St., Hiawatha, Kans. Gen. Sec. ..... Cora J. James Box 236 Tonganoxie, Kans. Treasurer ..... Rev. B. J. Davidson 423 N. 6th St., Leavenworth, Kans. Auditor ..... Rev. W. L. Shook K. V. S. Topeka, Kans. ... Board Members:—Rev, M. J. Stewart, Rev, G. D. Saunders, Rev, M. Fralzer. Life Members:—Rev, J. D. Hunt, Rev, and Mrs. J. W. Hayes, Mrs. L. V. Halm. District Missionary, Rev, G. N. Conway, North 3rd. St., Leavenworth President W. H. & F., Mission Convention, Mrs. Wm. Smothers, 1016 North 10th, Atchison, Kans. President, Sunday School Convention, Miss Julia Guthrie, 834 Mound St., Atchison, Kans. President B. Y. P. U. Convention Mrs. Charity Smart, 400 M Street, Atchison, Kansas. Ministers & Deacons Union, Rev W, L. Shook, Kansas Vocational School, Topeka, Kansas, R. F. D. 27 President, of Junior, Bands, Miss President of Junior Bands. Miss Naomi Shackleford, Atchison, Kans. THE NEGRO STAR OFFICIAL ORGAN OF BAPTIST 1241 Wabash Avenue ISSULD EVERY FRIDAY H. T. SIMS, L. W. S. Moore B. H. Nicey, 1845 Ohio Ave., M. 650 Miss L. Covington, 501 N. Water S. Later as second class matter June Kansas, under the Act of March 3, OFFICIAL ORGAN OF BAPTIST STATE CONVENTION AND AURS. 1241 Wabash Avenue TELEPHONE MARKLT 3130 ISSUE EVERY FRIDAY AT WICHITA, KANSAS W. S. Moore ..... Assistant Editor B. H. Neeley, 1865 Ohio Ave., M. 6500 and D. 3793 ..... Advertising Agent Miss L. Covington, 501 N. Water St. Iphone M. 1605 ..... Local Editress Latter as second class matter June 15th 1919, at the Post office at Wichita, Kansas, Lawer the Act of March 3, 1879. SUBSCRIPTION RATES: One Year Six Months Three Months One Month The writer of any article must published. Write on one side of paper matter for publication.—Notify us a paper. Articles reaching the office be in the next issue. Let your articles be One Year $1.50 Six Months .00 Three Months .50 One Month .20 The writer of any article must sign name whether or not it is to be published. Write on one side of paper. We reserve the right to reject any matter for publication.—Notify us at once, when you fail to receive your paper. Articles reaching the office later that Wednesday noon will appear in the next issue. Let your articles be brief and to the point. CITY ITEMS Sylvester S. Gates, a porter at the Missouri Pacific Station won the Branch Y. M. C. A., and thereby win- Checker Tournament, promoted by the Checker Club of Water Street ning the Edward Vail Trophy. Gates won from 11 of 12 men in the tournament. This is the 1st effort of the Club. Plans are for another tournament after the holidays. Mrs. Reed is better. Mrs. Kirkendall's mother is still ill. Miss Cora Kershmer, State Lecturer and organizer, of Kansas W. C. T. U. will lecture on Christian activities Sun. Dec. 26, at 4 p. m. at Calvary. All young people are specially invited and others who care for the cause. Mrs. Eichelberger of Hennessey, Oklase, enroute to Chicago to visit a sister, stopped off here with her sister Mrs. Roberts and brother, Mr. Lloyd, in company with Mrs. Roberts calle' at the office. The Cosmopolitan Dramatic Club will have call meeting, Monday Eve. Dec. 27, at Y. W. C. A., to plan for New Years' Eve entertainment. Mrs. Rosa Monday is indisposed. Mrs. G. L. Scott and daughter, Marion, were callers of the week. Mr. Eugene Smith is visiting relatives in Mississippi. The funeral of Mother Bluitt was attended at Calvary, Tuesday. Mrs. Bessie Gunther was a caller of Monday, last. Mrs. II. N. Sims and son, Jr. are in Canton, Miss., for vacation. Messrs E. A. Grimes and W. J. Powell of Chicago, were visitors in the city, during the week. Miss Dorothy Odell left Wednesday evening for Topeka, to spend the holidays with her parents. Mr. J. F. Jones, spent the past week here, returned to his home, Denver. A delightful birthday party was given in honor of Mr. Alonzo Mills, Sr. Tuesday evening, Dec. 14, at his home, 603 N. Wichita St. M. B. Talbert Y.W.C.A. Rev. B. L. Marchant gave the A Full Line of Fresh and Cured Game, Oysters, Pi Rockers, High Chairs, Tricycles, Scooters, Skates, Doll Buggies, Kiddie Cars and Wagons. YOU ALL, KNOW US. AT STATE CONVENTION AND AURS. TELLIHONE MARKLT 3130 WAY AT WICHITA, KANSAS Editor and Publisher Assistant Editor 600 and D. 3793 Advertising Agent St. Iphone M. 1603 Local Editress 12th 1910, at the Post office at Wichita 1870. $1.50 .00 .50 .20 A sign name whether or not it is to be per. We reserve the right to reject any not once, when you fail to receive your later that Wednesday noon will appear be brief and to the point. Christmas message at the Branch, Sunday afternoon. The opening prayer was beauti- fully given by Mrs. J. S. Ball; Reso- sponsive reading of the Birth of Christ was led by Miss Marie May- berry. Mrs. H. T. Geeder directed the Christmas Carols, with Miss Bernice Hicks as pianist. The closing prayer was given by Mrs. I. C. McCullough; Mrs. Wm. McIlveen presided in the absence of Mrs. Emma Peterson, Religious Educational Chairman, who is ill. The Y. W. C. A. wishes to thank the Elks, Shriners, the Clubs and all individuals who contributed to the Christmas Fund. A Christmas Tree for boys and girls between the ages of 6 and 15 years, was held at the Branch, Tuesday evening. The Douglass School Girl Reserves, under supervision of Miss Irene Woodard, rendered a Christmas Play, L'Ouverture Girl Reserves sang Christmas Carols. 100 girls and boys were present. The Little Mothers' League gave Christmas Tree for children under 6 years. Wednesday afternoon; 15 kiddies attended. The Athenian Literary Society will meet at the Branch, Sunday, Dec. 26, at 4 o'clock. The Public is invited. Christmas expectancy is in full sway in all the primary grades, but nowhere is it more so than at Douglass School. The visitor to Mrs. Louise Thompson's -B room sees gray candlesticks with black candles, orange flames and purplish yellow halos cut from colored cardboard and pasted on dark green backgrounds. In the 2nd and 3rd grade room, taught by Miss Irene Woodard is a great border of little red cardboard Santa Claus boasting cotton for hair and for trimming of fur. They have also made a pair of doll beds ornamented with little jumping rabbits with mattresses and pillows of flowered silkoline. In the 3rd and 4th grade room, taught by Mrs. Gertrude Farmer, each child is making his Christmas cards. The model for the design is Meats, Poultry,ickles and Relishes the TRADE The Negro Star—For the good of the people first cut from paper. This serves as a pattern for the cardboard model. The model is posted upon an oblong cardboard the size of the card. The surface of the model is painted with water colors. The surface of the cardboard is then molested and pressed against the model, leaving a clean, colored print of the design upon the card. The process is the same as printing from wood blocks, and the result is nearly as desirable. By this process some most fascinating articles in silk that are dainty and fairy-like have been produced by Miss Thompson. The 2nd grades have made some, "Our City" books with gray covers, adorned with a black silhouette of Wichita's sky line. Inside are newspapers, magazines and advertising reproductions of different buildings, with the street upon which they are located and directions for reaching the places. The session of our Bible School was held at 0:45 a. m. with visual good attendance and interesting lesson study; reviewed by Miss Dorothy Odell teacher of Girls' Intermediate. 11 a. m. a splendid sermon was delivered by Pastor C. F. Brooks. Acts 2:42. He spoke of Christian Fellowship as the need to Accomplish in Harmony, one great purpose. In winning the world for Christ: Should be united and steadfast work together in Union in loving service for the Master. Rev. Brooks preached at evening. 8 p. m. The A. C. E. League meeting was held at 7 p.m. The Ladies Aid Society holds their regular weekly meetings on Wednesday afternoons. The older members of the church will be kindly remembered with well filled baskets on Xmas Day. The S. S. will hold their Xmas Tree and exercises this evening. WHEN YOU WANT THE BEST BUY PEERLESS BUTTER COPLEY'S Ice Cream made by Wishing A Merry Christmas and A Happy New Year MANY USES FOR THE & TOYS FOR THE MIDDAUGH & I HARDW 213 East 21st St. WICHITA, 213 East 21st St. Phone Mkt.140 WICHITA, KANSAS makes equally as delicious cakes and other pastries as the so-called --- St. Paul Notes. WICKITA CREAMERY CO. RED STAR BUILDING CO. TRADE MAP RED STAR WICHITA, KS. ```markdown ``` Kansas Gas and Electric Company "At Your Service" S. S. 9:45 opened by Supt. McBurgers; teachers in charge; review by Pastor Thomas. Nice attendance for such bad weather. Christmas is now drawing near. Rev. P. D. Skinner was introduced to our S. S., and a few timely remarks were made. At 11:05, this being W. H. and F. M. Day, Pres. Metcalf and Sister Ida Teal led devotion, Scripture read by Rev. J. H. Daniels. Afterwhich, Rev. Dr. Skinner of Coffeyville, brought a wonderful setion of Vlasius from It was soul stirring; glad to be graced with 6 preachers in morning services; Revs. P. D. Skinner, Jefferson of Coffeyville; J. H. Daniels, J. S. King, D. H. Hill and Pastor Thomas, all of Cherryvale. 3 p. m., Missionary Sisters gave a very interesting program on Mission. 6.05 B. Y. P. U. opened by Sister Jaunita Tolbert of Independence; lesson taught by Rev. J. S. King. 7 p. Group No. 3 rendered a very interesting program; received highest finance but not 100 per cent. 8 p. m. dvotion led by Pres. Metcalf and Sister Clara Daniels. Pass. tor Thomas took his text from St. John 8-11 and preached wonderfully. "Give the Falling Woman a Chance," which was well explained. Out of town visitors attending the services, Sunday, Mrs. Bessie Lett, Misses Leona Cunter, Coffeyville; Nannie Roberson, Mrs. Gertrude Parker, Mrs. Jaunita Tolbert of Independence. Pastor and Mrs. Thomas and neice, Mae Lett and Rev. Jefferson were dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. C. H. Daniels and family. Mr. Wm. Bryant has returned from a short stay in Baitlesville, Okla. Don't forget the Play given by the Wide-a-wake and Program Clubs on Dec. 27; "The Winning Widow." Mr. Luther Mr. Norman is on the sick list; and Miss Nellie is slowly improving. Dr. J. H. Dixon of Chanute was a business visitor, Sunday, between trains enroute to an electric demonstration at Oklahoma City, by the Ospeodic Surgeons. Dr. Dixon is one of the greatest in the state and has several patients here in town. (To be continued) = fo aS So ier eee aor [Snes Saks Ret Gee Soret Se ea ySHING = S eee Se a Soe SS 5 =! =