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THE NEGRO STAR. FOR THE GOOD OF THE PEOPLE Vol. 20, No. 10. SALEM DAY OBSERVANCE URGED. JUNE 17TH SET FOR PUBLIC CELEBRATION. BOSTON, MASS., May 23, 1927, Today the nat onl headquarter of the National Equal Rights League issued a Call for the race everywhere to observe "Sa'en Day" as a nation wide Race Day on June 17th, anniversary of America's first regular battle for Independence at which Colored men were soldiers and heroes, especially Peter Salem and Salem Poor, thus reminding Americans of manly service in demand for Equal rights and stuffing the spirit of the race itself. A historical leader is offered for 6 cents in stamps, postpaid from 9 Cornhill. Observances everywhere by Equal Rights Citizens Committees for Leagues or by Equal Rights subcommittee of race bodies or churches are advocated, with a plan for every meeting to send a resolution to President Coolidge for abolition of federal segregation and for a federal anti-lyching bill with signatures and addresses and a copy to the League to be used in bulk as a united race appeal to President Coolidge. THE CALL BOSTON., MASS., May 23, 1927—Greetings to the Afro-Americans from National Equal Rights League of Aframerican, and appeal for the Post-Sesquil Crusade for Rights. Greetings from the city of Bunier Hill. Hail the name of "Salem," Peter Salem and Salem Pole, heroes of that battle, June 17, 1775. For Bunker Hill was the first regular pitched battle of the war for Inde pendence of the Colonies founding the U. S. A. The fighting of the patriots was so successful that it gave confidence to declare for Independence, for Americans showed that British regulars were not too much for them. Besides, a company and other individual colored men, Salem Poor was honored in the Colonial legislature for valor and Peter Salem given credit for shooting down the British Commander as he started to declare a victory. Even the American fifer, Lew was a colored man. Prescribed as our race are, treated with contempt as inferior, we should avail ourselves of every legitimate opportunity to promulgate our historically recorded service to country along lines indicating patriotic devotion and equal ability and manhood. Constantly throw into the teeth of the arrogant majority that they have needed us often when in peril, have used us in war against men of their white race, found us willing to serve and equal as soldiers and thence they should discard their disdain and denial of public equality. Let us by these annual Race Days based not on what white America has done for us but what we have done on equality plane for it, inspire our race to feel fully entitled to equality and show up to the whites their ingratitude and inconsistency in denying it to us. Celebrate then, on June 17, everywhere, "Salem Day," by means of Equal Rights Citizens Committees or Leagues or Equal Rights sub-committees of existing race bodies or churches. Adopt and send resolutions to President Coolidge with signatures and addresses of arranging committees for abolition of federal segregation and for federal entllynching bill, forwarding a signed copy to League headquarters that they may be carried to the White House eventually in bulk as a united race protest and appeal. The League sends historical Peter Salem Leaflets post-paid for 6 cents in stamps. Hail them the Salems publicly on June 17, 1927. GEORGE FRAZIER MILLER, Pres. WILLIAM MONROE TROTTER, Corresponding Secretary. THE GOOSE HANGS HIGH "The Goose Hange, High," read a big slogan in a prominent place at Wichita High School last week. With the slogan was an enormous yellow goose, literally "hanging high." It was an excellent welcome sign to the public, which was invited to an "open house" given by the school cafeteria. At the same time it's the name of the forthcoming MARYLAND BAPTIST HOLD FIRST UNITED SESSION. BALTIMORE, MD., May 21, 1927 —The United Baptist Convention of Maryland held it's First Annual Session in the Shiloh Baptist Church, corner Lanvale St, and Fremont Ave. Baltimore, from the 16th through the 20th of May. Rev. W. W. Allen is pastor of the entertaining church. Rev. W. H, Moses of Nashville, Tenn., secretary of the Home Mission Board of the National Baptist Convention, was the chief speaker of the convention. The welcome addresses were delivered by Her. Wm. F. Broening, mayor of Baltimore, Senator Harry Levin, Rev. H. P. McCormack and Rev. K. A. Handy (white Baptist) and Mr. George S. White. Rev. W. J. Winston of the Northern University, responded to the addresses of welcome. Rev. Page M. Beverly of Newark, and Rev. W. A. Harod of Philadelphia, were among the visitors. Rev. D. G. Mack, the president, was re-elected together with his official staff, as follows: vice presidents, Revs. J. H. Williams, J. H. Green and J. H. Tusker. Secretaries, Revs. R. D. Johnson, I. G. Reynolds and Rev. D. Bryant. Treasurer, Rev. A. J. Green. Statistician. The other officers are, Rev. Simon Williamson, Rev. W. W. Allen, Rev. J. R. Coelrd Rev. G. W. King. The officers were installed by Rev. Beal Elliott, A. B. The officers of the Woman's Auxiliary are:—Mrs. Diletta Pinn, Pres. Mrs. Ertie Allen, Vice Pres., Mrs. Bessie Walker, Second Vice Pres., Mrs. Malven Amy, Cor. Sec., Mrs. Wilemena Moore, Rec. Sec., Mrs. Adlena Crawley, Treas., Mrs. Margarelt Elliott, Ch. of the Executive Board, and Mrs. Mamie Tucker, Assistant Rec. Sec. The preachers of the convention were Revs. J. R. Butler, J. H. Green, J. R. Coel, H. E. Tucker, W. J. Winston, C. E. Redd and Rev. G. A. Crawley. More than Four Thousand Dollars were raised for the work of the Denomination by the convention. Rev. David E. Over of the Union Baptist Church, Baltimore, delivered a splendid address to the Conversion. The Convention passed resolutions condemning the Sunday show being staged by the Red Cross in the local theatres, and endorsing prohibition Plans were laid for the opening of the Clayton Williams College and Seminary in Baltimore, the coming September. Delegates were elected to the Sunday School Congress in Nashville, the 22nd, of June, and the National Baptist Convention in Detroit, Sept 6th, 1927. The people of Baltimore were very hospitable to the visitors. The Convention was very harmonious and enthusiastic. The united Convention is a union of factions that have been divided for Forty Years, the coming together of which makes one of the strongest State Conventions in the East. senior class play. The banner was suggested by Mary Neely, a senior colored pupil. RUSSELL NEWS ITEMS SECOND BAPTIST CHURCH We are glad to have Mr. and Mrs. Forest Gary Moore in our city and to be in our midst. Good citizens are always desirable and welcome. The "Just Us" Club entertained at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Sowell, Saturday evening. The time was spent in an informal way. At a late hour, refreshments were served to the following guests: Mr. and Mrs. Forrest Gary, Mr. and Mrs. Nelson Sowell, Mr. and Mrs. James Crooms, Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Sowell. WICHITA, KANSAS, FRIDAY, May 27, 1927. A FORSAKEN HOUSE. Nehmlah 13:11: "Why is the house of God forsaken?" Nehmlah had just returned from Babylon and found that God's orders were not obeyed and the house forsaken. The eleven tribes, who were farmers had refused to bring their tithe to the Levites. The Levites and singers—choir members had fled to the field. We may apply it to the neglect to attend and support public worship by a large proportion of the population of our people today. First, question, to the members, who have the greatest power to attract to or repel from the house of God; Is it caused from defects in preaching? Is it what it should be? In substance and presentation of the truth of the Gospel in its varied application, to the spiritual reed of men? Do we preach to the understanding, as well as to the feelings? a lot of dogmatic utterances, unaccompanied by reasons? Do we hide the divine message, obscure through the efforts to reem Intellectual or original? Or do we live the life that we may turn the world to Christ? Are our conducts inconsistencies of character, indolence, self indulgence, unapproachalleness, precisely pretension? All these and lifes tend to alienate the people from the House of God. Are we too busy in arranging programs for Sunday evening services, supplanting the preached Gospel to this methods to hold the young people? Remember, that it doesn't do, it is not done. The only remedy the Master left to save men is the Gospel, cease to give the sick what they deserve, but give what the sick need. The letter killeth, but the Spirit giveth life. Feed the soul, it can't eat and grow on material or educational food. Second question to the congregation: "Why is the house of God forsaken?" Is it the defects in those, who attend divine service? Your irregular attendance may cause others to be absent. Your pastor needs your encouragement by your presence support, sympathy and co-operation in putting over God's eternal program. Some members are as the Egyptians, can be found everywhere, but at home, the church. He is the man of your choice. If he is bound to preach every Sunday. You should be equally bound to hear him. Remember the pastor's power of usefulness depends much on the thimper and conduct of his pew members. Use your talent for good. Let it be five, two or one. If it pays to attend partially, it pays better to attend regularly. Don't you think so? Members, is it some who attend'whom'you dislike? Or believes they are hypocrites? Be it so, but will you for the fault of few forsake the House of God? Are you justified in the sight of the Master for so doing? Christ had one hypocrite in His number The people of Nehemiah quit the church, because they robbed God, unwilling to pay their tithes. What are your causes? Approximately 1,200 men, women and children attended the annual picnic of the Interdecominational Sunday School Union yesterday at Dickinson. The big feature of the day was a baseball game between the First Methodist Church and the First Baptist Church, in which the Baptist was conqueror, 7 to 2, and in doing so won a silver loving cup for the second consecutive time. There are seventeen Negro Sunday Schools in the union, and every one was represented at the picnic. A number of races were staged for the small children. The winners in the various contests were: Ethel Wilson, Clifford Lewis, Dorothy Craver, P. Dykes, Christene Jackson, Robert Dukes, Mabel Keys, Elvee Moore, Bertha Green, Annie Dolores Brown, Mattie Mae Booge, S. E. Batty, Minnie D. Carter, Annie L. Fowler, Mrs. John Smith, F. L. Kirbz. 5-15-27. We were pleased to see Navorre Sowell's name mentioned among the other Russell High School athletics to be awarded letter for foot-ball. Bobby and Betty, childrent of Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Sowell, have been on the sick list, but are better. WORTHY CONTRIBUTION TO A WORTHY MAN The Town Crier, the Magazine Section of the Wichita Beacon, May 8, proved that Mr. Bliss Isley, in a page and one column, gave one of the clearest Reminiscences of a Slave, Mr. W. C. Neely. Mr. Neely seemed to have been aroused to talk on account of a conversation by two young men, who thought slavery was no worse than now, but anyone, who has read Mr. Neely's statement as quoted by the reporter, will see that many privilege were denied and still you had to stay there and take publications as your inevitable fate, but now you can at least choose your place to live, love, eat, work, study and worship. Mr. Neely is riot one of those book learned men, but experience has given him an education that is sound and should be admired by all mankind. His interest in the Company's welfare has made and held a place for him for years as the utility man; while his honest dealing with men has given him many places of trust with his firm and his church. His has been a long and faithful worker in the St. Paul A. M. N. Church and does his part willingly under any administration, in fact you can just count on him. We are also mindful of the fact that on his last birthday when guests were giving him a little surprise in the midst of the jubilee; he asked that we stop here thank God for sparing him for these number of years and asked Him to bless our lives in the future, showing that he is a man who prays. His that He is a man who prays. His children are all energetic with bold approach to anything that means just and right. His daughter, Mary, named the play for her class at the City High School this year: "The Goose Hangs High" B. H. Neely has nerve enough to try anybody and anything once; and usually gets the results. In fact this article simply renewed in our minds that the Neely family is a great family. Coffeyville, News Items May 21. 1927 The Clover Leaf Art and Literary Club met at the home of Mrs. A. Grant. Response to roll call with "Hints on Good Behavior." The afternoon was spent in Art Work. Mrs. E. Dana, Red Cross Nurse, gave a wonderful talk on body hygiene. The hostess served a wonderful lunch. The guests' list Mesdames A. Anderson, Jas, Buckner, G. W. Cain, J. A. Dodd, Fury A. Grant, A. Gilbert, J. E. Newton, J. B. Hunnigan, E. Wilson, Misses B. Hunter and E. Glynn. Service good at Calvary Sunday, beginning at Sun rise prayer meeting. Sunday School extra good at 11 o'clock. Rev. Hunter, assistant pastor, preached for us; taking his text Luke 6:30; preaching as we never heard him before. God is truly leading this promising young man. At three o'clock. S. M. T. Lodge held their Annual Thanksgiving Sermon preached by our Pastor, Rev. S. A. Williams program was good. Some of the best talents of the City took o part. Attorney M. D. L. Cox delivered an address: "Fraternalism will long be remembered." The Welcome Address delivered by W. P. Mrs. Cora Goodlow was at her best. Sunday night at 8:15, Rev. Stephens of Tulsa, Okla., preached a Baptismal Sermon using for his text Rom. 6:3, bringing out some very good thoughts. After the sermon, Pastor Williams went down into the pool in our new auditorium and Baptised mine candidates. Our hearts were filled with joy. Quiet a few out of town guests worshipped with us Sunday. Work is progressing nicely on our ceiling. Special Music by Calvary Choir at all services Sunday. Mrs. Margie Standard and Mr. L. Glass are on the sick list, also Mrs. Priscilla Watson. Rev, and Mrs. H. Hopson spent the week in Humboldt, visiting friends. Mrs. Nero Hoyle and daughter, left for her home in Oklahoma, after several months' visit with her mother. Mrs. Lou Edwards, who has been indeposed, is much improve. Five Cents Per Copy PROGRAM Improved Uniform International Sunday School Lesson [By REV. P B FITZWATER, D.D., Dean Moody Bible Institute of Chicago] [C. 1927 Western Newspaper Union] Lesson for May 29 PETER UNDAUNTED BY PERSE- CUTION PRIMARY TOPIC—Peter Shows His Courage. JUNIOR TOPIC — Peter Speaks Presents for His Lord Bravely for His Lord INTERMEDIATE AND SENIOR TOPIC—Standing Firm Under Persuasion, YOUNG PEOPLE AND ADULT TOPIC—The Source of Courage. The vindication of the house of God against the hypocritical act of Ananias and Sapphira had a salutary effect upon the people. The hypocrites were deterred from joining the church, but true-hearted men and women were all the more attracted to it, even identifying themselves with it. So great was the stir in Jerusalem that even the sick folk were brought where but the shadow of Peter might fall upon them. I. The Apostles in Prison (vv. 17-18). The marvelous success which accompanied the teaching of the apostles was too much for the Sadduces to endure. Their jealous wrath was aroused to such an extent that they laid the cruel hand of persecution upon these witnesses for Christ. Calm was jealous of Abel; Joseph's brethren sold him in slavery because he was the favorite of Jacob. Saul was jealous of David when the women ascribed greater glory to him. 11. The Apostles' Miraculous Deliverance (vv. 10-21). 1. The Lord sent an angel to open the prison and let the prisoners free (v. 10). There are no doors, nor holds capable of shutting out God's angel. 2. They were commanded to go at once and speak to the people. (v. 20). The message they were to deliver was the "Words of this life." Most likely this means eternal life through the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. 3. Their prompt obedience (v. 21). By daybreak they were teaching in the temple. III. The Apostles Tried (vv. 21-32). 1. The meeting of the council (v.21). In the early morning the Jewish council was convened by the high-priest. 2. Their perplexity (vv. 22-24). The officer was sent to bring the prisoners, but lo, when they came to the jail it was empty. This news greatly perplexed the council. 3. The apostles again arrested (vv. 25, 26). When one came with the news that the apostles were teaching in the temple, officers were dispatched to bring them before the council. They refrained from the use of violence because they feared the people. 4. The apostles questioned (vv. 27, 28). The council demanded of them the reason for not heeding the charge which they had previously given that they should not teach any more in the name of Jesus. This persistent testimony the officers interpreted as an effort to bring the guilt of Jesus' blood upon themselves. 5. The apostle's answer. Peter boldly replied that they were under obligation to obey God rather than men. He further told them that they were guilty of the murder of Jesus Christ and that God had raked Jesus from the dead and exalted Illum to be a Prince and a Savior to give repentance and remission of sins to Israel, and also that He had made the apostles, with the Holy Spirit, witnesses of these things. IV. The Result (vv. 33-42). 1. They determined to kill the apostles (v. 33). Peter's stinging words cut to the quick, but their desperate wickedness filled them with murderous hatred in stead of moving them to repentance. They could not answer the message so the only way was to kill their accusers. 2. Gamallel's counsel (vv. 34-39). He advised neutrality, assuring them that if it be a work of men it would come to nought, but if it be of God they could not overthrow it because they would be engaged in the hopeless tilt of fighting against God. 3. The apostles beaten (v. 40). While beeding Gamallel's advice, they vented their rage by beating the apostles and charging them not to speak in Christ's name. 4. The behavior of the apostles (vv. 41.42). They departed with hearts full of joy that they were counted worthy to suffer for the name of Christ. They continued to preach Jesus Christ in public and in private. An Undivided Heart An undivided heart which worship- God alone, and trusts Him as it should is raised above all anxiety for earthly wants. Salvation has cost too much for God to give it to a person, when he is not hungry for it.—Echoe The Lie A lie should be trampled on, extinguished wherever found.—Carlyle. B.Y.P.U.LESSON BY REV. J. W. HAYES 615 Wabash Ave., Wichita, Kansas. "The Heroes Speak." Heb. 11:32-40 Persons of distinguished physical or moral courage, are heroes. Words from men of such distinction are generally considered with care. In our lesson, we have heroes of faith, men who dared to trust God. The 11th chapter of Heb., has been called the "Faith Chapter." It gives us a catalogue of the believers who lived by faith. "Faith is the substance of things hoped for," It is faith in God and right that triumphs over evil. By faith the heroes in the chapter, subdued kingdoms, did right in the lap of temptation, realized the promises of God, stopped the mouths of lions, or the tongues of lion-like men as well as put out the fires of hell, sheathed the sword of enemies and bade the dead arise. By faith, suffering can be endured, patiece marshalled to wait on God. It is the vehicle that takes man up to God and brings God down to man. The persuasion of the mind based upon evidence is faith, faith trusts in the dark. True faith calls into action to realize its object all the powers of one's being. It works while it trusts and trusts while it works. The man who truly trusts, never fails, and the man who fails, never truly trusts. True trust and failure have no dealings. The man who succeeds must have faith in God, His program and himself as an instrument in the hand of God to fulfil his purposes. Evangelical or saving faith includes repentance. "I thought on my way." Such a faith carries therefore, repentance, knowledge of of sin, confession of sin and a turning from sin to God. Faith grows by Christian experience not better but stronger. The faith that lays hold on God cannot turn loose if it would and would not turn loose if it could. St. Mary Bapt. Church Rev. J. E. Douglass, Pastor We were blessed with splendid services throughout the day, beginning with S. S., at its regular hour, with Supt., and officers present. Attendance was wonderful. Lesson reviewed by Bro. D. C. Cooksey. During the Evangelism period conducted by the pastor, more than 45 came forward expressing a desire to become better children. At the 11 o'clock service, devotion was led by deacons. Pastor read for Scripture lesson Acts 4:1-12; prayer led by Bro. H. Vick. Afterwhich the Pastor delivered the message. He chose his Theme from "Obey God rather than man." The Pastor preached a powerful sermon. B. Y. P. U. at 5:30. Attendance was good. Old Reliable had charge of program; they also won the barner for finance. At 8 o'clock devotion was led by deacons; Rev. Wm. Thompson read for Scripture reading Matthew 11:10; afterwhich, Pastor brought the message from Matthew 11:28; words of text, "Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest." The Pastor preached a soul stirring sermon. Invitation was extended, four came forward. All who can are asked to be present at Home Mission, Friday afternoon at 2:30. RUBIF CRANE, Reporter St. Mark M. E. Church Service for Sunday, May 22, was introduced by the splerdid attend ance of the Sunday School. At 11 a. m., Rev. D. G. Franklin delivered a wonderful sermon to a well filled house. Text: Philippians 5; subject: "Let These be in you n' in Jesus Christ." At 3 p. m., Rev. J. E. 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Ross 821 Clay St., Topeka. Evangelist ... P. D. Skinner, D. D. 520 Spring St. Koffeyville. President ... Mrs. Emma Gaines 1182 Buthanan St. Topeka. Recording Sec. Mrs. Wm. Smothers Atchison. Corresponding Sec. Mrs. I. F. Bates 1713 Wabash Ave., Wichita. Treasurer ... Mrs. Millie Anderson 510 E. 5th St. Coffeyville. SUNDAY SCHOOL CONVENTION. President ... H. I. Mohroe 1156 Clay St., Topeka. Secretary ... Mrs. Susie Smith Herrington. Treasurer ... A. E. Clark 1508 Clark St. Parsons. B. Y. P. U. President ... H. T. Sims 1241 Wabash Ave., Wichita. Secretary Miss Mattle O. Bradshaw 1547 Quincy St. Topeka. Treasurer Mrs. Pauline Wilson 822 Olive St. Ottawa. Neosho Valley District Baptist Association. and its Auxiliary Conventions: ASSOCIATION PROPER Moderator.....Rev. J. H. Scott, Osawatomie, Kans. Vice Mod.....Rev. W. F. Beatty Ft. Scott, Kans. Secretary.....Rev. C. O. Marshall, Chanufe, Rahs. Treasurer.....Rev. Jas. Stovall, Humboldt, Kans. WOMAN'S HOME FOREIGN MISSION. President.....Mrs. J. W. Gordon Iola, Kahsaa. Vice Pres. .....Mrs. I. M. Hughes Ottawa, Kahsaa. (Continued from last issue) SECRETARY'S TRAVELS April 18th, we were at Girard, Rev. McAdoo, pastor. Rev. McAdoo is ill at home in Pittsburgh and was not able to attend church services, but Bro. Ed. Brown's home is at Girard, and he took charge of the services, we had a very splendid meeting and all were made happy. We were favorably impressed in this town by the number of young people, who attend the services and then approach us on matters of religion and spirituality. They were so anxious about this information that they followed us even to the car and took up the very last minute of our time to discuss the things of the soul. The collection there was $200. April 19th, we were to have gone to Yale, Kansas, but, because, of the bad roads we were informed, it would not be good to go, but afterwards, we were informed there was a large congregation there waiting for us. We regret very much to have disappointed the people of Yale. April 20th we were at Cherokee. When we arrived in Cherokee, there was a downpour of rain and it kept this up for hours, yet the good people of that city assembled in goodly number of the church and we had a very splendid service. This congregation is indeed one of our most reliable and dependable churches. They are always anxious about the things of the Kingdom and regret that the water and other hindrances were so as to make it impossible to do their full part for our visit. However, we were happy to worship with such people. We stopped in the home of Brother and Sister Robertson. The collection for the evening was $2.00. April 21st, we were at the St. John Baptist Church at Weir City. As in the other points of the Southeastern part of the state, Weir has been hard hit by the coal strike and they say in that section of the state: they still have the people lined up to receive their portions. This church is without a pastor. In the past we could depend on this church at all times to give $100.00 to the work, but now they are unable to pay a pastor, much less do anything for the work. It is really now a worthy mission station. Numbers of young people constitute the congregation of the St. John Church at Weir, and it is a Challenge of the Baptists of the State to see to it that this people have a worthy Gospel Minister. They contributed $3.00 to our work. April 22nd, we were again back at Pittsburg, to the session of the South President ..... Rev. J. A. Rucker, Paola, Kansas Vice Pres. ..... Rev. F. W. Williamson Hillsdale, Kansas 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. Kalmey 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. P. 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. Davis 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 eastern District Association Board Meeting. Modertor J. T. Elias says: this is one of the greatest Board Meetings that has ever been held in the Southeastern District. The spiritual wave was high and the vision exhibited by the ministers, who preached was far reaching. Of the twenty odd churches in the District only eleven were able to send anything to this meeting. Some did not send because of the indifference of their pastors to the call of State and the world and others, because they eleven churches that sent did their were just simply not able, but the best. We attended there services on that day and brought the message of the evening. Again, we tried to spiritualize missions to our congregation and our hearts were all made to rejoice. There were $242.00 raised at this meeting and $200.00 given to the work. If all the churches would see that this percentage of money get to the state work, we would be able out of this to take care of our state work and never face a deficit. And it is the determination of the moderator and the workers of this District to do even more. We were glad to meet Revs. A. L. Gardner, W. M., Thomas, Brown, T. T., Addison, Ed. Brown, Sister Mary Dial, and many other workers at this meeting. Of the $200.00 given the women alone contributed $80.00 to the work, which will go to their credit. The flood in the Southeastern District had grown to its worse stage and many of the workers that started to the Board Meeting had to turn back. We were also forced to change our plans, because we had decided to take the train directly from Pittsburg to Wichita, our next place of service, but instead we had to go to Kansas City, and then to Topeka and on to Wichita. May God bless the brethren, who are leading the forces in the Southeastern District Association. April 24th, we awoke in Wichita, Kans. We called the minister over the phone, that we were to serve on that day. Revs. J. W. Hayes and B. L. Marchant. Rev. Hayes came to the station for us and took us to his home. At eleven o'clock, we went to the Calvary Baptist Church, of which Rev. Hayes is pastor. First, we visited the Sunday School in its several departments and its many classes in each department. We were greatly impressed by the thorough organization of this Bible School. I am safe in saying there is not a school anywhere in our connection so thoroughly and completely, organized and effectively doing the work his school is doing at, the Calvary Baptist Church of Wichita. We found that each of the departments was separate working with the best possible way. The Negro Star—For the good of the People AUXILIARY MISSIONS CONTION President ...Sister Lois Vera Grimes 615 W. 19th St. Juhction City. Vice Pres. ...Sister Anna Chaves Abilene, Kansas. Rec. Sec. Sister Burnadetta Brummell Salina, 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. 19th St. Junction City Gen. Sec. ...Lewis N. Grimes Gen. Music Director ...Sister Gerald- dine Bryant Hudson. 320 N. 2nd St. Salina, Kansas EXECUTIVE BOARD MEMBERS. Main Body Rcv. J. W. Johnson, N. Mulberry St. 'Ablene, Kansas' Rev., J, Moore, Nicodemus, Kansas Rev. J, L, Bruce, 9th and Yuma St. Manhattan, Kansas Monday at 7:30 o'clock p. m., and are hour during the session except, Sunday. Second Day, Tuesday, Sunday School Convention. Third Day, Wednesday, Baptist Young Peoples Union Convention, Fourth Day, Thursday, W. H. & F. Mission Convention. Fifth and Seventh Day, Friday and Sunday, The Main Body. Sixth Day, Saturday... a. m., and Evening Auxiliary Missions, Pilgrim Baptist Church, Manhattan, Kansas, Rev. J. H. Bruce, Pastor. Send all bazaar pieces for State and District Work to sister J. B. De- line, 634 W. 9th St., Junction, City, Kansas. Rev. E. L. Nails, Stockton, Kansas Rev. A. G. Mason, Strong City, Kans. WOMAN HOME & FOREIGN MISSION CONVENTION Sister Mary Brown--Russell, Kansas Sister J. E. Johnson Manhattam Kan SUNDAY SCHOOL CONVENTION. Sister Vhola. Robinson. 8th. & Yuma. Manhattan, Kansas 1000 Agents THE WORLD'S FINEST WOMEN having their own music, study, and the like for the age of the department represented. At the conclusion of the study period the Sunday School all assembled in one great body and we had the pleasure of addressing the Sunday School, which numbered about two hundred and it was said at this time to be the low mark in attendance. It was Pastor Hayes delight to present me to each class to have the children know how I served and the office I served, having them repeat it after him. This was indeed a joy and we could readily see the helpfulness in having the children to know the nature of the work we were doing for missions and he emphasized the fact that he wanted the children to make contributions to state missions, that other children, who were not so fortunate as they might have the Gospel preached to them. Pastor Hayes is indeed a noble leader of the first order. It is a joy and a pleasure for anyone to be associated with him in Kingdom work. Sister Hayes half not been so well for the past few days and was not able to attend the services Sunday. She provided for our comfort in her home and did everything possible for us to make our stay happy. At eleven o'clock, we brought the message, speaking from the First Psalm. It was a joyous tour for Calvary and we all went away feeling happy. Calvary Baptist contributed $15.00 to the work. By the way, Dr. J. W. Hayes will have charge of the B. Y. P. U. methods of the Summer Sister Alberta Payne, 519 W. 13th 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: 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 Eveing. Nicodemus, Strong City, and Salina. Officers of the Southeast ern, Missionary..Baptist District Association, and its Auxiliary Conventions. SOUTHEASTERN DISTRICT ASSOCIATION. Moderator.....Rev. J. T. Ellis 211 E. 10th St., Pittsburg Vice Moderator.....Rev. C. Tool 2414 Morton Ave. Parsons. Time of meeting of Southeastern Association, Thursday before the 4th Lord's Day of July. Woman's Home and Foreign Mission Convention convenes Tuesday before 4th-Lord's Day in July; President. Mrs. Mary Dial President.....SIR. 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Send all money by money order to The Star Hair Grower Mtr. Box 812; Greenboro, N. C. School this year. May God bless the good people of Calvary of Wichita. At three o'clock we were invited to attend the ordination of nine deacons at the New Hope Baptist Church. It was a union ordination service of Calvary, New Hope and St. Mary. Rev. B. L. Marchant was master of ceremonies. Rev. J. E. Douglas brought the message. Rev. Douglas is one of our strong Gospel preachers and one of the eminent leaders of our state work, a ripe scholar, a writer of our paper, having largely contributed several articles on Christian Stewardship. It has been an inspiration to read these articles from the pen of Rev. Douglas. He brought us a burning message, very profound and helpful. I am sure these deacons who listened to-this message will never forget their relation to the church and pastor. We were happy to offer the ordination prayer at this meeting. There is splendid unity among the ministers of our churches at Wichita. We pray God that such fellowship will exist in other places among the ministering brethren. At eight o'clock, we were at the New Hope Baptist Church, of which Rev. B. L. Marchant is pastor. We found a very large audience waiting us and it was an inspiration as we passed down the alms together to the pulpit. The work that is being done in New Hope by Rev. Marchant is far beyond conception and is solving the great problem of that congregation In the past New Hope hos had splen (Continued on page four.) --- 615'S. 23rd St., Parsons. Vice President...Mrs. Bessie Metcalf Cherrvale, Kana. Treasurer.....Mrs. M. Lyle, Chetopa B. Y. P. U. CONVENTION. .....Z. President.....$Rev. Wm. Thomas Gen. Sec. Miss Bonzetta Washington Independence, Kans. President ..... Rev. J. S. King 420 W, 8rd St., Cheevyalle, Kans. Vice President ..... Rev. H. Hophins Pittsburg, Kans. Gen. Sec ..... Rev. J, P. Williams, Route 5, Parsons 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 Conventions: Northeastern District Missionary Baptist Association and Auxilia les to be held Tuesday before the 'th 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. 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Topeka, Kans, ...Board Member—Rev M. J. Stew- art, Rev G. D. Saunders—Rev M. Fralter. Life Members:—Rev. J. D. Hunt, Rev. and Mrs. J. W. Hayes Mrs. L. V. Halm. District Missionary, Rev. G. N. Conway, North Std. 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, 4v0.M Street, Atchison, Kansas Ministers & Deacons Union, Rev. W; L. Shook, Kansas Vocational School, Topeka, Kansas, R: F. D. 27 OFFICERS OF THE SOUTHWEST DISTRICT ASSOCIATIONS AND AUXILIARIES Moderator.....Rev. J. W. Hayes Vice Moderator.....Rev. N. J. Stokes Pratt, Kansas. General Secy.....Rev. B. L. Matcham 1009 Wabash Ave. Wichita. Treasurer.....Rev. J. E. Douglass 1204 Cleveland, Wichita. 2nd quarterly board meeting, Feb. 17, 18—Hutchinson. 3rd Quarterly, Board Meeting, May 12, 13—Winfield. Association, August, Tuesday 16th; before 3rd Lord's Day at 2nd Baptist Church, Pratt, Kanzas— Rev. N. J. Stokes, Pastor. AUXILIARIES AND PRESIDENTS S. School.....Mrs. Mae W. Buckner Pratt, Kansas. Sr. B. Y. P. U. Mrs. Carrie Anderson *1214 Mosley, Wichita* Jr. B. Y. P. U.Leader Mrs. Phynola Galk, R. W. S. Brett, Kansas Cook, Box 81, Pratt, Kansas. Mission Circle.....Mrs. Ida F, Bates 1713 Wabash, Wichita. M. & D. Union.....Rev. C. E. Woods Arkansas City. ING STATION OF GAS AND OILS SERVICE FREE for All Kinds of Hauling. ANY UNDERTAKERS E — SERVICE we stand with a ray of comfort your beloved ones. ERS IN ATTENDANCE. ete unless you are satisfied. SERVICE YOU DESIRE. Jackson, M'g'r 628 N. Main ESTATE & RENTALS Phone Mkt. 3462 GUIDE TO THE GAINS Rental Properties and Convenient Place— Transact Business. ORE BUYING! WHEN YOU WANT THE BEST BUX BEERLESS BUTTER COPLEY'S Ice Cream made by WICHITA CREAMERY CO. 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We reserve the richt 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 artices be brief and to the point. wy valle Mahila - rmatbaballs ata Stew Wet se ese caae SOUTHWESTERN DISTRICT ASSO- CIATION AND AUXILIARIES. The time |s fast approaching for our Annual Association, which will eonvene at Pratt, Kansas, August 16 to 21st. Rev. N. J. Stokes, Pastor. Tam beginning, now, to remind you of our meeting, and make the follow- ing request, first, remember our work daily in your prayers, second, begin now to collect your annual money; third, go carefuly over your Church roll, and give us an accurate statis- tical report that we may know our strength, possibilities, and responsi- bites} that is, give us the exact num ber of members, the exact number added this year, and how. The cor- rect value of property. Moneys rais- ed and pald for education and mis- sion. Have letters made out care- fully and adopted by the Church. Orly the Church has a right to say what kind of a letter will represent her in these meetings. Our Sunday School State Conven- tion will convere at Independents Kansas, June 14 to 17, Our stal work is much behind, Our District has not met its obligations to the State. I am asking therefore, that you send a special offering from your Sunday School and B. Y, P, U. for the work, Our district should carry up, if possible, its deficit, Letters will reach you speaking of ‘a special offering for our Congress, to which I hope you will also respond, ‘Brethren, it is the Lord’a work, and He is depending on us to do it, Are we dependable? Yours for the coming Kingdom, REV, J, W. HAYES, BOD. G. L. A. CLUB NOTES. Mrs, Mitt Jones and Mrs, E, Reed were hostesses to the members of the G. L. O. Club on Tuesday after- noon in the home of Birs. Lawrence Scott, 1110 Cleveland Ave. Current events were given and business trans acted. They enjoyed a very delicious luncheon served. They will hold their meeting next week with Mrs. L. Har- ris and Mra Y, Griffin in the home of Mrs, Harris, i Gis W. G.I. C. CLUB The members of the W, G. I. Club held thelr meeting on Saturday af- ternoon May 2ist fn the home of ‘Mra, Ella Wilson, 612 N. Wichita St. It was an especially interesting meeting with all the members pres: ent, A pleasant soclal time was en- Joyed, Mrs. Clara Walker was a guest of the club, Next week a busi- ness meeting will be on Friday af- ternoon June 3, in the home of Dirs. Maggie Reeves, 534 Wichita St. —s— St. Paul Notes. The seasion of our Bible School was at 9:30 «. m, with a» splendid attendance. Tie S. 8. teachers’ meeting was held on Tuesday even- ing at the parsonage. Blas Berle Burdock, teacher of the boy's junlor class was absent Sunday on a visit in Oklahoma. Our pastor, Rev, C. E. Brooks, preached at the morning and even- ing services, At 11:00 a. m., his ser- mon was from Phil, 2:9: “Wherefore Ged hath exalted him and given him the name of Jews. That we find no greater or dearer name. More pre- elous to mankind, than the Name of Jesus, The great Comforter, our hope and our salvation, ‘The A. C, E. League meeting was held at 7:00 p, m. ‘The Pastor’s Ald Society met on Tuesday afternoon. A cooked food sale will be given | Saturday, May 28, by the members of } Senior Choir at 601 N, Main St. | ee Mrs, Beaulah Williams of Los Angeles, Calif, @ recent visitor in the city was the guest of Mr, and Mra. J. W. Dixon, | Mrs. Grace Smith of Eldorado, was a visitor in the City, during the week. Miss Bertha Johnson of Chicago, DL, fs a visitor in the City. —_——S—— | The Mothers’ Club ‘The Mother Club met with Mrs. | Pear} Rdbertson, 1061 Ohlo Ave, Tuesday May 24. Meeting opened in J usual way. | Sublect fos, ainsussios! “Varlous Methods to Apply for obed- fence from Children,” orened by Mrs. Henderson and every member pres- ent and participated with much en- thuslasm, We will meet rext week with Mrs, Henderson, 625 Indiana | Avenue, ——_s— Cherryvale News Notes S. S. at 9:45 ‘opening by Supt. Mc. Burgees with a large attendance pres ent; lesson taught by teachers and beautifully reviewed by Pastor Tho- mas. =e Morning services at 11:16. Devo- tlonals led by Deacon Burgess and Clara Daniels, Pastor Thomas brought to us a very beneficial ser- mon, found I, John 3:3; subject: “The Christians. B. ¥, P. U., 6.00 p. m., opening by Study Course conductor lesson taught by S. C. teacher, Rev. J. S. King. Group 4 rendered a very beautiful program, which was enjoyed by all present, They received the banner. ‘Evening worship 8:15. After a very strong devotion led by Deacons, Pastor Thomas brought to us another inspiring message, found Gal. 5:14; subject: “Making the commurity Christian.” Each department of the church Is striving very hard right thru here making preparation in every way for the District Convention, Mr, and Mrs, Hatry Brooks and children of Chanute, visited relatives and friends and attended services here Sunday. + Mrs. Louise Dixon and Miss Nan- nie Roberson of Independence, spent Sunday evening, visiting home folks are attending services. Quite a number of young folks spent Sunday evening in Indepen- dence, Mr, Ed. Stringer of St. Louis, ar- rived to join his wife Mrs. Tessie Wheaton Stringer, They expect to’ remain in Cherryvale, for an indefl- nite time, Mrs. A, F, Green was called to Emporia by the death of her Sister, sister. { Cherryvale had three graduates: this year all boys in persors of Mes-| srs Todd Ratcliff, Wendell Wheaton | Hughie Robinson. We hore the boys much success in whatsoever they're | undertaking, § THE K. V. S. CLOSES. HON, T. J. ELLIOTT OF MIISKO- GEE. OKLA. WILL DELIVER THE COMMENCEMENT AD- DRESS AND DR. B. L. SCRIIC’S OF TOPEKA WILL DELIVER THE COMMENCEMENT SERMON TO THE GRADUATING CLASS AT THE THIRTY-SECOND AN- NUAL COMMENCEMENT OF THE” KANSAS VOCATIONAL SCHOOL, TOPEKA, KANS—The Kansas Vocational School will hold its thir. ty-second annual commencement ex+ ercises beginwirg May 27 to June 1. Hon, T, J, Elliott of Muskogee, Okla., will deliver the Commencement Ad+ dress to the graduting class Wednes- day June 1 at 'two-thirty, Mr. Elliott ia one of the most outstanding busi- ness men of the Negro race, Dr, E. L. Scroggs, dean of the Cen- tral Baptist Seminary of Topeka, will deliver the Commencement Sermon to the graduating class Sunday, May, 29 at two-thirty, This marks the closing of one a the most —_ successful school years in the history of the achool, The Negro Star—For the good of the People he following program of activities will be observed: Friday, May 27th, 8:00 p. m., Annual Exhibition of the Musical Depart: ment Sunday, May 29th, 2:30 p. m. Com- | mencement Sermon: Dr. E. . Seruggs, A. M., D. D., Dean of the Central Baptist Seminary, Topeka. Monday, May 30th, 8:00 p. m, “Eyes of Love”, Senior Class Play. Tuesday, May 31st, 10:00 a. m., Dis- play of the Mechanic Arts and Home Economics Departmenta. 8:00 p. m., Senfor Class Day Exer- ches, Wednesday, June tat, 2:30 p. m., Com mencement Exercises; Address by Hon, T, J, Elliott, Chairman Execu- tive’ Committce, National Negro Business League. The following students will he granted diplomas and certificates: Junior College: Garland Bright and Mattle Johnson. Academy: Golden Earl Crayton, Vaughn Omer Davis, Marion D. Dy: dell, Ben, L. Green, Hefman W, Holt Ester F, James, Lucile McWilliams Karolyn F, Paige, John M. Rice, Gen: eva Taylor, Major N. Thornton Moxle Mae Weaver, Mary H. Young. CERTIFICATES—GIRLS’ TRADES: | Domestic Science: Edwina E. Weav er, Marguerite Winston anc Lauretta Miller, Domestic Art: Hattie A, Dunlap, Mary A, Jackson, Eester F James, Oleander Davis, Berths Smith. Beauty Culture: Fannie Dixon. CERTIFICATES—BOYS TRADES: ‘Auto Mechanies: Henry L. Green Toussant House, Aubury Sum mers, | ‘Failoring: Jamgs Redo, 'Ben. 3 Davis. Agriculture: Forrest Johnson, Joht Kemper. Miss Geneva C, Taylor of Kings | fisher, Okla., is the honor student of the graduating class, Miss Tayloi has made a very good record durin; her four years in school In 192: she was chosen to represent th school at the World’s Student Con vention held in Indianapolis, Ind President of the Y. W, C. A., for tw: | years, winner of the Ancual Orator! cal Prize of the Inter-State Literar: | Association for two years; and presi dent of the graduating class. Th second honor student is Miss Moxt Mae Weaver of Topeka, and the thir honor student is John M. Rice 0 Frankfort, Kansas. SACRIFICIAL SUNDAY MIS- SIONARY PROGRAM (Continued from page one) PROGRAM : —OF THE—— | KANSASB. Y. P. U. STATE CONVENTION JUNE 14-15, 1927, AND KANSAS BAPTIST STATES. S. CONVENTION JUNE 16-17, 1927 12:10 to 12:39—General Summary by Dr. J.,T. Brows, Nashville, Tenn, 12:30 to 12:35—Sectional Rally and Arranging of Reports. (Music) 12:38 to 12:40—Call for notes from each section, Criticisms, Awarding Ban: rers or Credits, 12:40 to 12.50—Business, 12:50 to 12:55—Introduction of Visitors and New Members, 12:55 to 1;00—Closing exercises. * "AFTERNOON SESSION—MISSIONARY, 2:00 to 2:15—Praise Service; opening song: “If Jesus Goes With Me,” led by Mrs, Jewel Brown, Wichita. 2:15 to 2:20—Sertence prayers for “A Vision of Duty as a Justified Soul,” ‘ Closing song; “Just As I Am.” 2:25 to 2:45—Christian Culture Course—“The Church Reappears” by Rev. HL, B, Bronson, Kansas City. 2:45 to 2:60—Musie and March. (Sectional assembly) 2:50 to $:20—Lesson Study—“Being Justified hv Faith. We have peace with God and Joy in Our Hope.” Rom. 6:1-6. KAW VALLEY IN CHARGE—SECTION NO. 1. 2:20 to 3:25—Muaslc, 3:25 to 3:55~-“When do the Blessings of Justification Come to a Man?” 1, Tim, 4:8; Matt, 6:33 by Rev. A. W, Ross, Executive See- retary, Topeka. 3:55 to 4:00-—~—Btusie. 4:00 to 4:20—Misaion Program with echoes from Ifome ard Foreign Fields by Reva. A. W..Ross, Topeka and Geo. McNeal, Kansas City 4:20 to 4:40—General Summary by Dr, J, T. Brown, Nashville, Tenn. 4:40 to 4.45-—Call for notes from eash Section, Criticisms, Awardirg Ban- ners or Credits. 4:45 to 4:55—Business, 4:55 tb 5:00—Introduction of Visitors and New Members. 5:00 to 5:05—Closing exercises. EVENING SESSION—PROGRAM AND STUNTS, 7:45 to 8:00—Praise Service; opefing song: “The Old Fashioned Faith,” by Rev. C. O, Marshall, Chanute, 8:00 to 8:06—Sentence Prayers for “Courage to Be Witnesses for Jesus Christ on Earth, While He Mediates for Us {1 Heaven,” Closing song: “Sweet Hour of Prayer,” led by Southeastern 8:08 to 8:10—Pledge, Object, Aim, Motto and Watchword. 8:10 to 8:40—A Select Program and Stunts conducted by Mrs. Carrie Anderson, Wichita, * 8:40 to 9:20—Closing Sermon: “The Evidences of Justification in a Life,” Gal, 2:37 by Rey. Jas. ‘3. Spencer. 9:20 to 9:25—Sectional Rally and Arranging of Reports. (Music) 9:25 to 9:80—Call for notes from each section, Criticisms and Awarding 0 t0 9:50-Bastonne , 9:8 H s. 9:50 to 9:55—Announcements for 8. 8. Convention by Presideat H. J, Mon- roe, Topeka. Teore.. bV 9:58 to 10:00—Closing exercises, NOTE—Bring your Musical Irstruments, let us organize a State Orchestra. NOTE—Dring. Your Bibles, Pencils and Note Books, NOTE—Let all speakers come prepared to put your outlines on the Black- Let every B. ¥. P. U. in the State bring or send an offering for the NOT Jat School Publishing House aside from the regular representation. NOTE—Tet every Messenger come praying and ready for co-operation, JOTE—There will be Judges to grade each Section for every point, Rev. J. L. Williams ..——.-.Pratt Rev. J. R. Martin Garden City Rey. D. J. Crawford...... Great Bend Reve Re Se Hill semeennre—--ove Kinsley Rev, Cy B. Woods 1--menneeMulvane Rev, Geo. Alexander..........Caldwell Rev. Je We Hayes vnemnnnnn Anthony Rev. Nu de Stokes wneene: Hutchinson ‘This is a partlal list as some of our ministers are yet to be seen, Hugeton and Dodge City will be supplied with preachers and they are asked to govern themselves accord- ingly. There mey be a slight change after some consultation, Watch next week's edition for finals. On Sunday at 3.00 p. m., May 29th each church in the District fs asked to mect In SPECIAL MISSIONARY SERVICE. Sing Missionary songs and pray for our District Missionary Efforts. Pray for each Pastor and Worker. Pray for your District Mis- slonary that Cod may guide him in all his missionary activities, | Remember each Church must ralse more money then the average Sunday to have a part in this SACAIFICIAL DAY. A MISSIONARY OFFER ING of 25c per member is also asked. If there 4s anything you fail to un- } derstand, please feel free to write me | as I will gladly write you, Tam your humble servant, | N. J. STOKES, Dist. Miss’y. (Continued on page 3) SECRETARY'S TRAVELS did leadership, especially in the Rev BE. T. Fisback, but I am forced to acknowledge that she has a leader- ship that bs of the first order and that {s really advancing the cause of New Hope and the Kingdom work of ie state and Dr, Marchant has recartly been called upon to fill lecturing en- gagements ‘o the schools and treti- tutions of the city and also to the civic clubs of the city and Buble class es of the white churches and all of this he has done with credit to his church and the Baptists of Wichita, and our State Convention. We were happy to be associated with such a splendid leader and to enjoy his great spirituality. We attempted to pre- sant the message on missions to his eongregregation and at the same time preach a sermon on eternal life, We spent a very happy evening in New | Hope. They contributed $8.00. | On Monday, April 25th, we were with the Second Baptist Church at Hutchinson, of which Rev. Crowford «is the pastor, This {s the first time | we have visited Hutchinson, since Pastor Crawford took charge, but we found him to be a very ardent worker and interested in the cause of mis- sions and in the state work in gener- al. He met us at the Interurban Sta- tion and escorted us to one of the homes, where we sat and talked over the work and found he had already ° L & otis We “ The Next Mesting Will Be Held In Nashville, Tennessee _ JUNE 22-26,1927 , 5 : : Lectures By Competent, Instructors, Daily Departmental Meetings. 2 Interesting Chautagqua Feateres. Careful Study Of Sanday School Methods, T} Ti}. | Demonstration In B. Y. P. U. Work, Scientifie Study of Christian Missions, . New and Interesting Methods Of Bible Study. Painstaking Study Of Baptist Doctrines And History. a SS FOR FURTILER INFORMATION ADDRESS _ $$$ $$ exe 409 GAY STREET NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE . SY) “Phone No. M. 3868 g Res, Phone D. 1640-W @& ¥j GOLDEN WEST BEAUTY SHOP A ‘1 DELLA L. 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There were $6.01 contributed to the work from the congregation and $5.00 on our campaign from Mrs, Perkison, makirg a total of $11.01, ‘This month has been spent in very — SPECIALS — Plate Meats wrccace ecnenmenneee 106 1D CHUCK. Bea kcsevecnencennneon enol 5¢ I Chuck Roast... nmssnnsenenlS¢ M Sirloin and Round Steak.........5¢ Jorter House Steak.......00-00..25¢ M Home made Sausage 18c, 2 for 35¢ Ward cesssestercoeseriee snssemeeae vies 150 Th Sliced Bacon, 1 ncsccneccrnnsnt $0¢ Neck Bones, 2 Be. nsescsnenrnd Se 1913 N. LAWRENCE AVE. Phone Market 1479 WICHITA, KANSAS. active sarvice and constant travel, and {t ls our purpose and aim to keep cantinually on the go to make ‘up this deficit of $2500.00, We are asking the brethren everywhere to pray and rive thelr means as God has blessed them for the work's sake, Yours very truly, for His service, A. W. ROSS, Executive Secretary, i ANNIVERSARY KSA 904 eS Goer, POS 200, - | Six years ago we opened for bus- iness in wichite and we heartily ‘appreciate the support our friends Phare riven us, ‘We are now in a position to give R up-to-the-minute service at low! prices. OUR SPECIAL: A Complete funeral including ; 3 Ground at $100.00, THE CITIZENS MORTUARY 110 W. ELM STREBT Phones: Office, Mkt, 5017 Residence, Doug. 4187. B. W. CRAWFORD, Presa. ; MRS. E. J, BRIDGEFORTH, See.; | SCHOOL'S OUT! NOW WHAT? Boys are essentially good—but they do get into mischief. Boys are essentially active and need an outlet for excess steam. Boys are our greatest asset; our constant problem. The typical, high spirited, bright eyed rascal, needs an outlet for his energy, his ambition and that "pent-up-in-school" feeling. The Young Men's Christian Association, through many years of experimenting, testing, trying, proving, has found some ways. Boys, like them, take to them and they keep them out of mischief—direct their energies—and...help them develop themselves into sturdier youths and more vigorous manhood. Our boys need more of this program. It is inexpensive when compared to other costs. The nation-wide average cost per "Y" boy is around $12.00 a year (public school average is over $65 per pupil—courts and reformatories, much more.) The boys of Wichita, are especially fortunate. They have access to to the State Y. M. C. A. Camp, (Camp Wood) one of the best in the country. Then the Scout Camp has been now, Camp Hyde, reconstructed, reopened to them for three years; and modeled, beautified with swimming, fishing, nature study and hiking. What a wonderful privilege, but because boys are boys, they cannot pay all the cost. Some day people will appreciate the benefits of such program so that they will be willing to be taxed to provide it to every boy, just as we now pay taxes to give him schooling. Until then, those citizens, who do recognize that it is just as necessary to build character as to train brain must support such work willingly. Here is your opportunity to help solve the "Youth Problem." May we count upon you for the maximum this year? Parents and patrons call M. 4659; 502 N. Water St. W. L. Hutcherson, Exe. Sec. UNIQUE ENTERTAINENT. The Four Horsemen—Miss Rosie Rentz, Messrs Edward Johnson, A. De Grafenread and G. R. Scott gave an outing and entertainment, honoring the High School graduates, Thursday evening at Smith's farm. A unique menu consisting of roast frankfurters, marshmellons cake and the delicacies of the season were served. Students from Wichita University, and Friends University and a few of the prominent members of the junior class also attended. A WORD TO THE STATE B. Y. P. U. Every B. Y. P. U., should elect its messengers to be present in Independence, Kansas in the Kansas B. Y. P. U. State Convention, June 14, 15, 1927, next Sunday, and begin raising money to take care of all expenses' and make this the banner year for our work. A great program built around "Justification" is in store for you. If the messengers you select play instruments, have them to bring them. Bring a special offering for our Publishing House in Nashville, Tenn. Pastors, Give the young people a chance and you will be proud of them in the near future. H. T. SIMS, Pres. M. L. BRADSHAW, Sec. Kansas City. Kan. News KING SOLOMON INSTITUTIONAL BAPTIST CHURCH S. Montgomery, B. Th. D. D., Pastor Sunday School met promptly at 9:30 a. m., Mrs. Ella Bohannan, Supt The session was well attended, every teacher seemed to have had a well prepared lesson. Our Pastor, having returned from Minneapolis, Minn., where he attended the Western Baptist Convention was at his best. His report was very inspiring. The 11:00 o'clock sermon was wonderful, subject: "Youthful Strength", text I. John 2:14 The Pastor is indeed a very logical preacher. The Rev. Cartwright of Coffeyville, was a visitor with us. The B. Y. P. U. led by Deacon Scott went over the top. Old Reliable Group walked away with the banner. Rev. Cartwright preached the evening Sermon, it was very spiritual. The Mission Circle is growing under the leadership of Sister N. Smoth ermine. Mrs. L. A. Turner has returned from Minn. where she attended the Western Convention. She reports a great meeting was held. Mr. Henry Flack, a deacon of King Solomon Baptist Church, has been appointed jailer in the sheriff's office. Mrs. Grant is slick. Let The Star shine in our city and church. Ottawa News. S. S., opened at 9:45 with a good attendance. The committee in charge of the May fete reported $34.20 clear as the result of the affair. We were glad to have the Pastor's family spend the day with us. They drove down Sunday morning, arriving in time for Sunday School and returned after the evening services. At the 11:00 o'clock services, Rev. Favors selected for his subject: "Prayer for Increasing Faith." B. Y. P. U. at 6:30, Group I had charge of the program. Group II was the successful contestant in the seven weeks financial effort which closed May 15th. The Ottawa messenger is preparing for stunt night at the District Convention. At 8:00 o'clock after a short praise service, Rev. Favors preached a wonderful sermon from John 3:16, subject: "Love." Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Lewis entertained at dinner Sunday, Rev. Favors and family of St. Joseph, Mo., and Mr Velmer Lewis and family of Kansas City, Kansas. Miss S. R. Rogers spent Sunday in Topeka, A. P. WILSON, Reporter. 20th Centurv Club News The Twenty Century Art Club met at the home of Mrs. Alberta Graves' 1458 N. Mosley, May 24th. The Club decided to have a party, which will be given June 3 for the ones, who took part in the Fashion Show. We are very glad to have our President back with us after a while of sickness. A delightful luncheon was served. The Club adjourned to meet at the home of Mrs. Saulters. Mrs. Jewel Benson, Pres. Hester Winston, Reporter. GOLDEN JUBILEE PROGRAM GOLDEN JUBILEE PROGRAM FIFTIETH ANNIVERSARY OF THE ST. PAUL'S A. M. E. CHURCH. Sunday, June 12—Program by Junior Choir. Monday, June 13—Program by the Church. Tuesday, June 14—Program by Masons, Shrine, Consistory, Eastern Star, Heroine of Jericho. Wednesday, June 15—Elks. Thursday, June 16—Ladies' Clubs, Y. M. C. A., and Y. W. C. A. Friday, June 17—Students of Coleridge-Taylor Conservatory of Music. Saturday, June 18—K. of Ps. and Court of Calanthe. Sunday, June 19—11 a.m. Preaching. 8:00 p.m. Rally. 8.60 p.m.午市 Sunday night.—Program, Sr.' Choir. F. C. Ielm, Chair. Jno. Chinneh, Treas. S. F. Flemming, Sec. C. E. Brooks, Pastor. CONGRESS RATES CONGRESS RATES ATLANTA, GA. MARCH 30, 1927. Sunday School and B. Y. P. U. Congress of The National Baptist Convention (Colored) Hashville, Tenn., June 22-26, 1927. REV. E. W. D. ISAAC, Cor. Sec'y The National B. Y. P. U. Board, 409 Gay Street, Nashville, Tennessee DEAR 'SIR: Referring to your application for reduced rates account of the above occasion. I take pleasure in advising that reduced rates round trip identification plan, basis fare and one-half for the round trip, minimum excursion fare $1.00, will be authorized from Southeastern territory, tickets to be sold only to delegates and members of their families upon presentation of identification certificates to ticket agents at time of purchase of tickets. Tickets will be sold June 18-24, inclusive with final limit July 1; tickets to be validated by the regular ticket agent at Nashville, before return journey is commenced. Very respectfully, W. H. HOWARD, Chairman. The Negro Star—For the good of the People M. B. Talbert Y.W.C.A. The following are the newly elected officers of the High School Girl Reserve Club: Ruth Steward, President; Moselyn Gunther, Vice President; Ethel Brown, Secretary; Rosetta Green, Assistant Secretary; Ila Marie Crump, Treasurer and Jessie Letcher, Chaplain. About sixty girl reserves went to Riverside Park for a picnic Saturday, Mrs. P. M. Bell, Missed Edna Schweich, Irene Woodard, Dollye Thomas and Cora Vaughn, chaperoned the group. The Industrial Committee met at the Branch Tuesday evening. The following members were present: Mrs Ruby. Jones, Chairman; Mrs. Beulah Woodard, Misses Minnie Harper and Eula Hex. This is the last meeting until Sept. The House and Maintenance Committee met Wednesday afternoon. Plans were completed for a miscellaneous shower, which will be given at the Y. W. C. A., Thursday, June 9 from 3 to 9 p. m. Every friend of the Association is asked to hold this date in mind. Many things are needed and anything given will be appreciated. Refreshments will be served. The Membership Committee will meet Thursday afternoon. All members of the Association, whose membership has expired are urged to renew at their earliest convenience. Only$1.00 per year. Miss Griffin has re-opened the sewing class at the Y. W. C. A. Mr. and Mrs. J. F. Reed and Mrs. Brown of Eldorado, were in the City, Sunday. Mesdames Walton and Monroe of Winfield, were among the guests at the King Solomon Wedding May 20th. Abilene Interests Told Our pastor, Rev. J. W. Johnson, preached to us a wonderful sermon. His subject was "Go Forward." "Sunday, May 22, was."Rally/Day" Rev. Bruce of Salina, preached the sermon. The Junior Choir of Salina, Kansas, rendered the song service for the Rally. There was also a beautiful duet with Misses Gladys Hill and Lois Williams. Many members of the St. John Church of Salira, attended the Rally also Rev. Raimey and members of Junction City, Church. The Mt. Zlon Baptist Choir is rehearsing for a play to be given Decoration Day. The Daughters' of Tabor gave a supper at the home of Mr. Scott, Thursday evening. Mrs. J. W. Johnson is home from a visit from Manhattan. Rev. Ellison went to Minreanapolis to preach. The Banquet that was given by the Santa Fe Club No. 5 at the Abilene Junior High, was well attended. Wonderful program was rendered. After the program, a delicious dinner was served. Mayor of the city, Mr. H. Litts gave a short talk. The out of town guests were Mrs. L. Curtis of Wichita, Messrs Williams, John and Robert Hammonds, Clearance Williams, Alex Hardesty, Dee Goodman of Junction City; Son Smith, Willfeed Knight and Miss Johnson of Salina, Kansas. A surprise Party was given Monday by Mrs. Josephine Gibson in honor of her son, Delbert Chaves, 13th birthday. A light refreshment was served. Mr. Wilbur Gary attended the Spring Party that was given at Emporia, Saturday, May 14. Messrs Lewis, Charlie Chaves, Messrs Vernon Patterson, Wendell Curtis, spent Sunday in Clay Center. Calvary Baptist News. REV, J. W. HAYES, PASTOR Acts 16:8 was the Scripture presented by the Pastor for our earnest consideration on Sunday morning: "Philipp. and the Enoch and Eternal Life were points in the discussion especially emphasized. He preached a very practical sermon and there was much rejoicing by the hearers. There'was one person Mrs. Blanche Butler, who put on Christ by baptism and six others joined by Christian experience, pending letters. Sunday Evening, Isa. 55:11 was presented for our consideration: "The Final Triumph of the Gospel, the church, righteousness and truth. The King Solomon Wedding staged by the various auxiliaries of the church was the grandest affair in a social way ever staged at Calvary. The idea of the King Solomon Wedding was the idea of Mrs. Carrie Anderson, president of the Mission Circle. It was a beautiful affair, stating it mildly. Mrs. Anderson wishes to thank personally those, who took part and in any other way whatsoever helped to make the entertainment such a great success. ATTENTION TO SOUTHWESTERN DISTRICT: I hereby give you our plans of Cooperation for Sacrificial Sunday which is May 29th. 1. Every Pastor is to leave his own church and preach somewhere else in the District. 2. Each Church in the District is to raise more money on this Sunday than the average amount raised when the Pastor is there. If they fail to do this they are not counted as making a sacrifice. Then, too, each church is to take a missionary collection of 25c or more per member. This missionary money is to be reported at the Association at the hour arranged on program. This plan was agreed on at the last Board and each Pastor promised to stand by it. I am asking all pastorless churches in Southwestern, District, to write me that I may have your church supplied with a preacher on the 5th Sunday in May. A special program will be sent out to all the churches in our district in due time that we may have a uni form missionary program for that day. As the Negro Star is our official organ I am asking that each Church see to it that as many copies be ordered and that one-half of the money be kept at your own organization and the rest be sent to The Negro Star. Write me any suggestion you may have that our plans may be a success. NORRIS J. STOKES, District Missionary. TO THE BAPTIST SUNDAY SCHOOLS OF KANSAS This will call your attention, the Annual session of the Kansas Baptist State Sunday School Convention of Kansas which will convene with the Maple Street Baptist Sunday School of Independence, June 16, and 17, 1927, unless a change in date is made on account of the SUNDAY SCHOOL CONGRESS. IN which case you will be notified. This will also call your attention to the election of your program delegate on the first Sunday in May, and send the same to me immediately. We are planning to have as our guest, a special speaker on Religious Education. We plan also to raise $1000.00 for Missions and Education, and to do this Each School is requested to take a special offering for this purpose. We hope to stress "Organization, Management and Equipment of t. o Church School." H. I. MONROE, President. Topeka News Notes MT. CARMEL BAPTIST CHURCH Rev. B. W. Lockett, Pastor S. S. opened at 9:30 o'clock by Supt. Bro. Bills. All teachers present except, Sister Allison, teacher of class No. 2, who was absent on account of her son having a very bad accident by falling from his bicycle that morning and breaking a bottle of milk, which resulted in all of the flesh and leaders being cut on the back of his hard. The general introduction was explained by Bro. Frei Harrison and Bro. Otto Carson. A wonderful lesson was taught this morning. First prize was awarded to class No. 2, a set of china. The banner was award to class No. 6 as second prize. The lesson was wonderfully reviewed by our pastor, Rev. B. W. Lockett. Our Pastor brought us a burning message from Luke 19.8, subject: "Restoration." A wonderful lesson was taught from that text; if we will only take heed and restore that, that does not belong to us, to the one that has a right to it. Mt. Carmel Baptist Church members extend their greatest sympathy to Roy. R. G. (Daddy) Grimes, who reported the lost of one of his sons in the flood in Tucker, Ark. He could only get within 25 or 30 miles of home, but hopes to be able to bring his family with him when he returns. For our night services, our Pastor brought us a message from Isa. 15:11, Sub.: "Spiritual Telegram." Our hearts were made to burn as he told us of how we might telegraph our Master at anytime and we would never have to wait for the line. Sisret Tabors is very sick at her home 700 E. 7th St. The Ever Loyal and Lilly of the Valley Club will give a play Monday night, the Title is, "The Call." The Rose Bud Club, which is a Young and new club, will have a sermon preached Thursday night at the church by Rev. Bolton of Shiloh Baptist Church. Madge Garrett, Reporter. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. 36. 37. 38. 39. 40. 41. 42. 43. 44. 45. 46. 47. 48. 49. 50. 51. 52. 53. 54. 55. 56. 57. 58. 59. 60. 61. 62. 63. 64. 65. 66. 67. 68. 69. 70. 71. 72. 73. 74. 75. 76. 77. 78. 79. 80. 81. 82. 83. 84. 85. 86. 87. 88. 89. 90. 91. 92. 93. 94. 95. 96. 97. 98. 99. 100. REV. A. L. BRANCH. PASTOR Sister S. F. Malone, president of the Mission Society No. 1, is to be greatly complimented for the week's program of much culture and refinement. The program for the began Monday evening with a four act play given by Mt. Olive C. M. E. Church, which was wonderfully performed. A play that everyone seemed to have enjoyed to the highest. Tuesday evening program, S. S. Sup J. W. Bryant, master of ceremonies. Wednesday evening program. Deacon W. L. Brooks, Chairman of prayer service, master of ceremonies. Thursday evening program B. Y. P. U. President P. H. Hunter master ceremonies. Friday evening program students of K. V. School rendered us a lovely program. Each evening, we enjoyed a wonderful program, Thursday afternoon, the Mission Circle No. 1, met at the home of Mrs. Pinkston, 807 Wood St. Dr. T. T. Love was present. The president, Mrs. Malone, in red. Dr. Love and he gave a very interesting address. Many high points were remembered by the ladies. First thoroughly train the youth sanitation. Second, the president touch every woman in her organization. Third, keep them stirred or they will 'set-up' like cement. Mary MRS. A. L. BRANCH, SUPERVISOR The Junior Mission Circle met at the home of Mrs. Moore's East 13th St., Mrs. A. L. Branch, Superviser, and Miss Nesteen Graves, pres. Mo. than 26 children were present. We have a large number in our Junior Church and they are very faithful. Their leader's motto is: "Keep them interested in doing Church Work." Mrs. Georgia Abbot, president of the Mission Circle No. two is a very refined young woman, and is to be credited much for such wonderful leadership of her group of young women, each member is very faithful, always willing and ready-to go with her president. Mrs. H. Clark, president of the Busy Bee Club is making high marks as a leader for women and men. She has the courage of her conviction. Her co-workers are always glad to meet with her and they are doing great church work. S. S. Supt., J. W. Bryant opened Sunday School at the usual hour with all Supts. and teachers present and a large number of regular attending pupils. S. S. was well attended 11:00 o'clock, Pastor Branch delivered a wonderful message. At 6:30 our B. Y. P. U., was opened by the president P. H. Hunter, who is always at his post trying to lift up the standard for the King. A large number of young people say very patiently and listened to Dr. Love review the lesson in the way that he knew was the very best interest to the young people. At 8:00 Pastor Branch brought forth another great message. He deeply impressed his hearers, as he poured out the blessings that the Almighty had given him to deliver to his people at that hour. Services were well attended through out the day. Miss Thelma Graves, one of our S. S. Teachers, who has been sick for write a while is some better. FOR SALE BY CRAWFORD & CRAWFORD April 13, 1927 6th Blk. on Mathewson—5 rooms —bath, garage. For quick sale. $2650.00. Cash $250.00. Per Month $25.00. 6th Blk. on Mathewson—4 rooms semi-modern. Price $1800.00. Will consider small down payment or automobile on trade. 11th Blk. on New York—6 rooms —semi-modern—4 lots. Price $2650 Cash $100.00. Per month $25.00. 12th Blk. on Blaine—4 rooms—semi- Per month $18.00. 6th Blk. on Indiana—4 rooms —modern. Price $1600.00. Cash $150 semi modern. Price $1350.00. Cash $100.00. Per month $15.00. 15th Blk. on Cleveland—5 rooms—bath. Price $2005.00. Cash $100.00. Per month $20.00. 16th Blk. on Topeka—5 rooms—strictly modern. Price $2250.00. Cash $200.00. Per month $22.50. 7th Blk. on Cleveland—6 rooms—bath. Price $2500.00. Cash $150.00. Per month $25.00. 8th Blk. on Water—6 rooms—modern. Price $3500.00. Cash $500.00. Per month $30.00. 9th Blk. on Cleveland—7 rooms—modern. Price $3800.00. Cash $500.00. Per month $30.00. 10th Blk. on Cleveland—7 rooms—modern. Price $3250.00. Cash $500.00. Per month $25.00. 21st Blk. on Hydraulic—new 5 room house—tract of land 200 ft. 260 ft. frontage—280 ft. deep. Price $3500.00. Cash $250.00 Per month $25.00. An excellent place for chickens and trucking. 8th Blk. on Cleveland—5 rooms—2 lots—East frontage—for quick sale $2250.00. Cash $25.00. Per month $25.00. 13th Blk. on E. Murdock—5 rooms semi-modern—for quick sale $1700.00 Cash $100.00. Per month $20.00. A number of small properties for sale on rental payment plan. Mo. $15.00. 947 N. Meade—4 rooms. Per Mo. $10.00. 1241 Blaine—5 rooms—gas—electricity. Per Mo. $16.00. 1224 Mathewson—4 rooms—fenced in chicken-house—75x140 Ft. Per month $15.00. FOR RENT BY CRAWFORD & CRAWFORD April 13, 1927 1357 Cleveland—5 rooms—bath. Per Mo. $20.00. 1705 Topeka—5 rooms—strictly mod- ern. Per Mo. $20.00. 1013 Cleveland—3 rooms—semi-mod- ern. Per Mc. $15.00. 1310 E. Murdock—5 rooms—semi- modern. Per Mo. $16.00. 1010 N. Washington—6 rooms—semi- modern. Per Mo. $15.00. 1057 N. Meade—4 rooms—electric— water paid. Per Mo. $12.50. 1061 N. Meade—4 rooms. Per Mo. $12.00. 631 N. Santa Fe—5 rooms. Per Per Mo. $13.00. 816 E. 3rd—5 rooms—Water paid. 43x140 ft. Price $1600. Cash $100. Per month $20.00. 1241 Blaine; 5 rooms, gas, electric; 611 Wabash, 6 rooms, running water, gas, electric. Price $1800.00. Cash $100.00. Per month, $20.00. 1846 Wabash, 5 rooms, 50 feet. Price $1500.00. Cash $100.00 Per month $15.00. 1227 Meade, 4 rooms, new, electric. Price $1400.00. Cash $150.00. Per month $14.00. 1026 New York, 4 rooms, gas, elec- tric. Price $1000.00. $100.00 $100.00. Per month, $15.00. 6th block Ohio, 4 rooms, full basement, modern except furnace, practically new. Price $1700.00. Cash $150.00. Per month $16.00. 1224 Mathewson, 4 rooms, fenced in chicken house; 76x140 feet. Price $1800.00. Cash $150.00. Per month $20.00. 1127 Mathewson, 6 rooms. Price $2650.00. Cash $150. Per Mo, $25.00. 13th and Cleveland, 6 rooms, new, modern. Price $3250.00 Cash $500. Per month $25.00. 6th block on Cleveland, 6 rooms, modern; 2 lots. Price $3000.00. Liberal terms. 1422 E. 9th, 7 rooms, semi-modern, 75 feet. Price $2500.00. Cash $250. Per month $25.00. 1120 New York, 6 rooms, partly modern; 100x 90 feet. Good phade. Price $2000.00. Liberal terms. 1241 Blaine, 5 roomi, gas, electric. $18.00 per month. 600 N. Main, store room, size 22x 40, best location for colored business on Main; will give lease to right party. $40.00. $16 E. Srd, 5 rooms, water paid. $13.00 per month. RS re Re err Eo eae see ee ee ee ad us a as PA ety A The Negro Star—For the good of the People ; . wi OXF VV | RELIGIOUS AND EDIFYING RACE | RENEW. TODAY If You "Ch ck Send us a If not Write for Your ACCOUNT. | Is Better Prepared to Serve You Than _ Ever Before WE PRINTEVERYTHING WE HAVE JUST ADDED A BOSTON STITCHER TO THE OFFICE EQUIPMENTS TO DO BETTER WORK . amy 4b ae ‘, - . é : * ¥ i Wes ch. gc wens fb 4 comcens . wee % Mea é we pe Be ode «= ee has, Mas etka applet ediys tubies etapa eds 2 tte fad tidings ck abies CITY ITEMS Mrs, Eliza Crawford waa hurt by a truck st a street crossing last iz much fmproved. Mr. and Mrs. Homer Thompson have a third Loy added to their fam- lly,"a week or Bo ago. Dr, H. N. Sims has been ind!spos- ed the last few days, ja again able to tesume his office work. Miss Roth Stewart was taken ill at church last Friday evening, but ia mush Improved, Master William Charles Price was right badly hurt while playing last week; he is better, Mrs Capitola Barner Brown fa {in St. Francis Hospital, doling nicely, Mrs. I. F, Bates, after attending a great session of the Western States’ Convention in Minneapolis, Minn., in which she was re-electad, by an over- whelming majority, scorlag a big hit as {s hers to do, Is back home, resting for another trip soon. Rev, B. L. Marchant came home from Minneapolis, Minn., and was at once called ta Oklahoma, to help in soul-saying campaign. ANNOUNCEMENTS Bethel College Class of 1927 Com- mencement, Wedneaday merning, June 8, 1927, 9:30 a, m., Newton City Auditortum, Miss Geneva E. Mer- ocmes js a member of this class, Wa are proud of her, she has exceptional ability, Neosho B. Y, P, U., and Sunday School District Convention, May 31, to June 3, at Fort Seott. Topeka District, Missouri and Kansas Annual Conference, C, M, E. Church, July 5-10 at Hutchinson, Kansas -Baptist State B. Y. P, U., and Sunday School Convention, June 14.17 at Independence, Golden Jubilee Anniversary of St. Paul A, . E. Church, June 12-19, Nation Wide Race Day, June 17, | Nationa) B, Y, P. U., and Sunday School Congress, June 22-26, at Nash- | ville, Tenn. | Kansas Vocational School, Topeka, Friday, May 27, to Wednesday, June Ast, 1927—Thirty-second Annual Commencement. , Howard University, Washington, D. C., Ss celebrating their program, Commencement events, June 2nd to Vith, 1927, which Js be w full week of learning and Interest. Mr, and Mrs, John L. Webb and a party of friends, will be off tomor- row for a three months’ trip abroad. —— The Negro Church has bee ridicul- ed, criticized and persecuted, but It is the most vital institution of the Race It kept the race sweet through sla- very, for in Its songs, which constl- tuted its only public utterance for two and a half centuries, there can not be found a single trace of malice or Ut will—Proctor’s Points. One can never tell what Is in the mind of the “say-nothing™ youth, Thd same was demonstrated in the non-stop flight from New York, to Paris, by young Lindburgh. There- fore, we should encourage the youth and bring out the best. The Nation seemed to be praying for his safe. landing and wontdering why he would dare take up where a failure had just been stamped. He had th courage and won and Is now the world hero. ie Lane ROBERT E, LEWIS “When China has leaders hke Mr. T. Z. Koo the number of American secretaries can ba reduced to the minimum.” “That ts one of the most remarka- ble addresses by a foreigner in America, I have ever heard.” “Although he spoke upon public affairs Mr. Koo's address made the ynost profound, religious impression of any meeting held in Cleveland, for years.” Such sentiments as these were given expression to In the ballroom of the Hotel Cleveland at the close of the China luncheon on the 6th. Six hundred and thirty-nine people were seated; late comers refused to eat for fear of missing the address. A few went to the main diningroom below and then hurried up to the ballroom floor. Scores of people were being seated at 12 o'clock. The meal was served by 12:45 not only in the ball room but at,the tables in the annex and in the corridor, to which our good company had spread out— one of the moat memorable lunch- eons held in Cleveland for a long while. Mr, Koo was an example of what the Chinese are like; of what they are thinking. How silly and hateful many of our ideas of them are, The whole spirit of the meeting, and par- ticularly the man and his message made the attitude of the imperialiat shrivel. There was not a word of denuncfation, scarcely a ‘word of criticism. The message was a keeo analysis of the revolutionary strug- gie in China. How inadequate It made the Interpretations of some who have recently returned from China; how quickly the public mind turned from their halting and preju- diced viewpoints to Mr, Koos, It ia no wonder that the meeting almost surged to its feet when the address was over, Many of the leading cite’ izens of Cleveland saw a brilliant Oriental in action in our language about his own cause, a cause which we can thoroughly understand if we put our prejudices aside, A few days after the Koo lunch- eon Senator Borah Spoke in the Pub- He Hall on the Foreign Relations of the United States. If any doubt lin- gered in the minds of Clevelanders regarding the attitude of the United States in keeping “hands off” the Chinese revolution they were remov- ed by Mr. Borah's endorsement of the very position which Mr, Koo had assumed. A policy now announced by Washington as its own, How selfish and pathetic It makes the attitude, of those who in Shang- hi and elsewhere have been pleading for intervention and fneisting upon the coercion of China by the powers. We believe in Chinese liberty, In Chinese sovereignty, in Chinese ha- tlonalism, and pray that the Hand of God may guide the reformers and young leaders who are struggling, against tremendous odds, to modern- ize that vast country in a sane, prac- tical and conclusive way. —Clipplng. ae Ee me