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THE NEGRO STAR. FOR THE GOOD OF THE PEOPLE Vol. 20, No. 17, STATE-WIDE SOCIAL WELFARE PROGRAM RALEIGH, N. C., July 9—The Division of Negro Work of the North Carolina State Board of Charitica began on July 1st a more extensive state-wide social welfare program with the appointment of C. Glenn Carrington and Miss Marie Crawford as members of the staff, according to an announcement by Lieutenant Lawrence A. Oxley, Director of the Division. Mr. Carrington, a native of Richmond, is a graduate of Howard University and New York School of Social Work, and prior to his present appointment served as Boss' Worker in the 135th Street Branch Y. M. C. A. New York City, and special worker at the Children's Temporary Home School, Washington, D. C. He will give special study to two important research projects, Negro Crime and Negro Child Welfare in North Carolina. Miss Crawford is a native of S. C. and a product of South Carolina State College, Orangeburg, who since leaving school has made her home in Charlotte, N. C., She will be assistant to Mr. Oxley and have charge of case records. The Division of Negro work was created January 1. 1925, with Mr. Oxley as director. Its work, particularly in the field of organizing social forces in small Negro Communities, has attracted the favorable attention of many State Departments of Public Welfare. Started as anexperiment, it has become an established and permanent part of North Carolina's progressive State-Wide program. The results obtained thus far promise increasing returns in family life, better race relation, justice in the courts, and larger opportunity for the citizenship of the State. ST. PAUL NOTES At the 11:00 a. m. services, our pastor preached from the Gospel of St. Jno. 17:11; "Sanctify them thru thy truth; thy word is truth." Christ prayeth to the Father to glorify all believers; to give strength, faith, hope and power. His word and promises are truth. Rev. C. E. Brooks preached again at evening 8.00 p. m. The A. C. E. League Meeting was held at 7:00 p. m. The session of the Bible School was held at 9:30 a. m. A splendid review of the lesson was made by Mrs. Barbara Perry teacher of the Girl's Intermediate Class. Mrs. Eva Woods, teacher of the Junior Girl's Class was absent on the account of illness. The Cantata: "Saul King of Israel," that is being rehearsed by the choirs, directed by Mrs. T. W. Fince has set the date for Tuesday evening, Aug. 2nd. The place for the rendition will be given later. Mr. S. W. Wilimon, of Kansas City, is a visitor in the city. Mrs. Grace Irving, is a visitor in the city, from Kansas City. Mr. I. F. Knix, of Omaha, Neb., is in the city with a view of locating here. Mrs. W. B. Clark, of Kansas City is making a visit in the city. Miss Paulne Beatty, of Muskogee, Okla., is visiting in the city. Mrs. J. L. Crisp, of Kansas City is a visitor in the city. Mrs. A. E. Loney is visiting in the city. Mrs. Rose Harwood Hawkins of Los Angeles is the guest of Mrs. Lella Martin, 906 Cleveland. 'SINGING+SOLDIERS' (Columbia Press Bureau) WASHINGTON, July 15, "Singing Coldiers," is the name of a new book by John J. Niles. Illustrated by Margaret Thornley Williamson, and published by Chas. Scribner's Sons which essays to describe the colored songsters of the American Expeditionary Forces of the World War. The author says: "In France the Negro troops supplied what melody there was." GOD'S WAY OUT THRU THE LAW (Com. on Interracial Co-operation) (Com. on Interracial Co-operation) ALEXANDER, LA., July 9—For saving Joe Hardy, a Negro prisoner, from a mob bent on lynching him, Sheriff U. T. Dowrs and Jailer W. C. Penny, of this city, were public honored here last Sunday by a great popular mass meeting, at which their courage and faithfulness were lauded by distinguished speakers and handsome bronze medals were awarded them. The meeting was held in the First Baptist Church at the morning preaching hour, ard was featured by a sermon suited to the occasion by the the pastor, Rev. Carl De-Vane. The presentation of the medals was made by Hon. T. W. Halloman, prominent attorney. The medals were provided by the Commission on Interracial Cooperation and were awarded by a committee composed of Hon. Hugh M. Dorsey, former governor of Georgia, Gov. John W. Martin, of Florida, Mrs. J. H. McCoy of Alabama, George B. Dealey, presides of the Dallas News, and Marshall Ballard, editor of the New Orleans Item. In 1925 the Commission audited the preparation of models to be conferred on officers successfully assisting mobs. Up to the present awards have been made in eight cases, and several others are now under investigation. In the Alexander members of the mob wert to the ja on February 1st of last year and de manded that Joe Hardy, Negro prisoner charged with the murder of a Louisinana planter, be turned over to them. Jailer Penny flatly refused and sent a hurry call to Sheriff Downs, who rushed to the scene not told the mob that the prisoner would be protected at all costs and advised them not to start anything. Convinced that the officers meant business, the mob dispersed. Coffeyville, News Items The Clover Leaf Art and Literary Club met in the home of Mrs. Nancy Cain, Wed. afternoon, July G. The afternoon was spent in art work and the life of Booker T. Washington was discussed and led by Mrs. Bessie Newton, which was very interesting. The hostess served a doleious lunch. The guest list: Mrs. Nancy Cain Ideha Dodd, Fervy May Bell Grant Ada Gilden, Stella, Hunnigam, Bossie Newton, Hattie Roberts and Elnie Wilson. The club adjourned with club motto To meet at the park, July 20, with Mrs. Idelia Dodd hostess. Inter-Nos Art and Literary Club met July 8th with Mrs. Petrine Webster, 705 East 4th St. This being the first meeting in the month, art work was omitted and the follow- ing ladies enjoyed a splendid pro- gram, Miss Edwina Pierce, Mrs. Helen Fisher, Mrs. Ida Harris, Mrs. L Yancy, Mrs. Maude Butler and Mrs Petrine Webster. Bernetta Weiss The program consisted of a paper read by Miss Pierce, subject, An Ideal Club." Another paper was then discussed "My Creed," by Mrs Fisher. Current Events and the Knowledge test was very interesting. Mrs Butler gave an excellent talk on Club work. A very refreshing Lunchcoor was served by the hostess. Mettly-adjourn to meet with Mrs. Charlie Mae Thompson, 404 E. 41d. St. AN URGENT CALL Every Legionaire is urged to be on his post at the last meeting before the State Convention. There are two major consideration, the election officers and the purchasing of a Legion Home. The Auxiliary will meet in their regular place, at 8.00 and go to the Legion Meeting at the close of their own session. The post will meet at 8:00 at their regular place, E06 N Water St. The nominating Committee will report, and the remaining delegates to the State Convention will be elected. Lloyd Morris, Commander, A. P. Woodard, Adjutant W. L. Hutchinson, Chairman, READ THE BOOK Mr. G. Woodson's Book, "The Negro in Our History," has been placed on the shelf of the City Library. Let's show our appreciation by a large number of calls. This book was purchased by special request. W. L. Hutchinson WICHITA, KANSAS, FRIDAY, July 15, 1927 KAW VALLEY TO MEET The Twenty Second Annual Sessoin of the Kaw Valley Association will Convene with the King Solomon Baptist Church, Kansas City, Kansas, Aug. 1-7. All the Pastors and Christian Workers of the District are expected to be on time, with the best reports that it has been ours to make. Our State Mission Work and Educational Work are demanding as never before, sacrificial effort on the part of all the churches and pastors. The special drive, to clear up all our obligations in connection with the regular association-1 claim, should make the financial ingathering at our meeting the largest in its history. Neither can we overlook the spiritual, for if we take care of the spiritual as we should we will not neglect the financial. Every church in the entire district should be present this year with a report of their year's work, and every pastor should be present, no church has any right to support a minister who does not keep in touch with the district meetings. A minister, who is so narrow, that he is only interested in his own affairs is too small to pastor a Baptist Church anywhere. Dr. S. Montgomery and his good people are making every possible preparation for our comfort and happiness and we should come prepared to work as rever before for the redemption of the lost and putting on a surer foundation our educational and missionary work. The Pastor and Church giving in the best report for the year will be designated "We Lead Others Follow." "Kaw Valley District." and will keep the motto until won from them by some other church the next year. Brethren of the Kaw Valley District; "Let's attempt great things for God and expect great thirst of Him. W. H. YOUNG. Mod. [Image of a man in a military uniform]. has succeeded in bringing Sunflower Grard Lodge of the Knights of Pythias and Grand Courts of Calanthes and Uniform Ranks of State of Kansas, to Wichita, Kansas, July 25, 20, 27, 28, 1927. Col. Coleman asks every citizen of Wichita, Kans., to make them welcome and be loyal in entertaining of them; regardless of color or creed; white or black, turn out and make it pleasant for the delegates. Yours truly, COL. PETE J. COLEMAN. Calvary Baptist Church The funeral of Edward Jackson was well attended by the Juveniles of which he was a member. Rev. J. W. Hayes preached a wonderful sermon, from the subject: "Suffer Little Children to Come Unto Me." We feel that our lost is heaven's gain. Maple Leaf Juvenile No. 25. JUST FOLKS By Edgar A. Guest "I DIDN'T THINK AND I FORGOT" The weakest excuses of all the lot Are: "I didn't think" and "I forgot." Worn and weary and haggard and pale, They follow the path of the men who fall— In thread-bare raiment from place to place They've dogged the steps of the human race. In most of the blunders which men have made have made. This pitiful pair a part have played. A man erics cut on disaster's brink: "I should have stopped but I didn't think!" Was the barn door locked last night? "I was not." Since Adam and Eve and the world began This pair have followed the trail of man. The commonest phrases in printer's ink Are "I forgot and "I didn't think." Yet man will think if a pleasure calls, And there isn't a doubt that he recalls The promise another has made to him And a boy will think that he wants to swim, And the chances are that he won't forget That he mustn't come home with his hair all wet. It's strange, but duty is all I find That ever escapes from a failure's mind. Search the burdens which men must And you'll find the tracks of this precious pair. With needless trouble this world they've filled, And who can measure the tears they've spilled? "I forgot" has wrecked ship and train "I didn't think" has caused endless pain, And God must smile as He sees us sink At our "I forgot" ard "I didn't think." —The Wichita Beacon. TOPEKA DISTRICT HOLDS GREAT CONFERENCE HUTCHINSON, KANS., July 11 The Topeka District Conference of the C. M. E. Church closed its session in this city, Sunday night, July 11 1927. It was a meeting long to be remembered, which opened Tuesday morning with Rev. S. M. Graves presiding elder, present, who called the house to order. Mr. T. M. Meredeth of Newton, District Supt. of Sunday Schools, was then introduced and took charge of the meeting Tuesday and Wednesday. All the Sunday Schools seemed to be on the increase in attendance and finance. Last year the Supt., promised a banner for the School that had the largest increase raised the most money. The Hutchinson Sunday School receive the Lanner and Mr. Meredeth was presented with a large beautiful Leather Portfolio. Thursday was Epworth Lenge day, Mrs. Carrie Harris of Hutchinson, presiding over the Epworth League Department. We fird that our League is doing some very good work throughout the district. Some very helpful papers were read during the session. Friday was our Woman's Home Mission Society day, presided over by Mrs. O. A. Briey of Wichita. Reports from the different societies were good. Mrs. P. Eggelson of Tupela, gave the ladies a very helpful talk. Many visitors from various churches and out-of-town, were present to the Conference. Our Bishop Hamilton was with us from Friday until Sunday night and preached a wonderful sermon Sunday morning. Sunday, we had the choir from Eldorado and the choir from Wichita, and they sang sweetly. Our District Conference closed with everyone in high spirit to meet next year in Kansas City, Mo. with three districts coming together. Jessie Nickleson, M. Q. Sylvia Alexander, Q. M. Sarah Whitney, W. P. Y STUDENTS CON- DEMN LYNCHINGS (COLUMBIA Press Bureau) WASHINGTON, July 15—Resolutions condemning lynchings and mob violence were adopted by the K. M. C. A. Student Conference for the South east, which met at Blue Ridge, N. C., in annual session. Referring to the occurrence in recent months of "Many instances of this fearful crime, particularly in the States of Mississippi and Arkansas," the resolutions set forth that "we earnestly hope the public officials and Christian citizenship of our country will use every means of upholding the law and cultivating public sentiment against such atrocities." COLORED RE TAIL GROCERS Columbian 1944 Durham WASHINGTON, July 14-The nearly 6,500 colored retail grocers throug out the United States will be interested to learn that at the convention of the Natural Association of Retail Grocers (white), recently held at Omaha, improved and modern merchandising was stressed as the most effective method of competition to be used. A closer cooperation between the wholesale distributors and the retail merchant was also suggested. HINTS TO AUTO DRIVERS "Lookout for the children. You can never tell what they'll do, and you're always in the wrong if you hit one." "When making minor repairs, stop where your car may be seen from both directions, otherwise you may stop longer than you anticipated." "Speeding around corners is a straight route to the hospital. Don't race past a stopped street car. Some day the jury may call it manslaughter." "Those who ride fast over rail road crossings usually take a very slow ride a few days thereafter." "Use discretion. The fact that you had the right-of-way won't bring anybody back to life—least of all yourself." "Be sure that your 'dimmers' really dim, it's no joke driving into a blinding glare, as you probably know." "Try to help instead of hinder the traffic officer; he's there for your good, and he's got a tough job." —From The Cleveland Red Triangle St. Mark M. E. Church, St. Mark M. E. Church service for Sunday July 10, was introduced by the spendid attendance of the Sunday School. At 11:00 a. m., Rev. Wright preached a wonderful sermon to a well filled house. Text Luke 15:17-18. Subject: "The Result of Reason." At 8:00 p. m. Rev. Wright preached another wonderful sermon. Text: "Before the Cock crows You Will Deny Me. Subject: "Human Weakness." Mr. Williams preached also from text, Matt, 22:42 Subject: "What Think Ye of Christ?" The pastor and his family are visiting relatives in Wisconsin. They are expected back Sunday, July 17. We hope they are having a happy vacation. Total collection $15.22 i collection $10.00 Rev. W. C. Conwell, Pastor. Velma Day, Reporter CAMP LIFE FOR YOUR BOYS CAMP LIFE FOR YOUR BOYS Troups 75 and 76, Boy Scouts, are beginning their plans for Camp. If 20 Scouts will register, the boys can have 10 days, otherwise they will be restricted to a shorter period. Water Street Branch Y. M. C. A. will conduct a six day's inter-church camp, for Sunday School Boys, 10 years old and over, at Camp Hyde. The six days will be Five Dollars ($5.00') A special fund will provide one-half the expenses for one boy from each church, who is re- able to pay; if the said church will pay the remaining one-half. Five Cents Per Copy ON RACE LEADERSHIP (Columbia Press Bureau) WASHINGTON, July 15—"We first developed a race type in leadership that won recognition by agitation of wrongs," writes the Editor of the Ohio Baptist News, who adds: "For a long time this was attractive, but proved insufficient to hold a following; for the average Negro is intelligent enough to see his wrongs without assistance. "Also almost all Negroes are good speakers, and Africans are natural and effective orators. For these reasons this class of leader did not long hold his own with the masses of black Americans. Next, we developed a leader who looked into the philosophy of the Negroes' condition and we have not advanced from this stage but the Negro race in mass has advanced beyond the agitator. "People who have accumulated the property, education and skill that have developed in the race in the past twenty years have no time to listen to whinings, but want great CONSTRUCTIVE IDEAS that will bring them to the fore-front in world estimation by achievement." GOOD CANNOT DIE It cannot be true That the good we do Ends with this fleeting breath And sleeping lies! Good never dies; Triumphant over death, It lives in heart, and soul and life, Serving amd the ceaseless life. It cannot be so That when we shall go Shall perish in a day, Good seed we've sown— But be it known That they, the sown in pain and tears Shall yield fruit thru the coming years. Believe thou not That shall be forgot Good deeds that we have done, When life is past, And we at last Our mortal race have run; For GOOD, not 'een by death can be Robbed of its immortality. WORK ON PYTHIAN TEM- PLE IN PITTS- BURGH STARTED (Preston News Service) PITTSBURGH, PA. July 15—Actual construction work on the Temple for the knights of Pythias in this city has started. The two building on the site are being razed by workmen and steam shrieves have started digging the excavations necesary for the foundation. B. G. Collier, Grand Chancellor, acting for the Grand Lodge, acquired this site more than two years ago. Plans for the structure were made by Louis A. S. Bellinger, race architect of this city. The building as now planned will contain a drill hall, auditorium, five lodge rooms, nine offices and four store rooms. It will be located in the heart of the city on a main thoroughfare in what is known as the "Hill District." The building will be three stories, an imposing structure of terra cotta and beautiful facq brick. Pittsburghers welcome the erection of this modern building as it will give the race a place of their own in which to hold their public meetings, conventions, dances and such social affairs as they may wish to give without having to suffer the insults and humiliations incident to renting from whites. NEW PRESIDENT OF K.V.S. Prof. Richardson, is the newly elected President of the Kansas Vocational School at Topeka, to succeed Prof. E. E. Weaver, who has given two hard years of service at this Institution. We regret to have Prof. Weaver go, but we feel that Prof. Richardson is amply prepared to take care of the situation. He is an old "School Master" and has held many noteworthy positions, as professor and president. He came directly from Western College, where he has served for several years. We hope the change is for the best and that the school will measure up to its possibilities. Improved Uniform International Sunday School Lesson (By REV. F H FILKWATER D.D. Dean Moody Bible Institute of Chicago (CD 1927 Western Newspaper Union) Lesson for July 17 SAMUEL ANOINTS DAVID LESSON TEXT—I Samuel 18 1:19. GOLDEN TEXT—Let no man despise thy youth, but be thou an example of the believers in word, in conversation, in charity, in spirit, in faith, in purity. PRIMARY TOPIC—A Shepherd Boy Chosen King JUNIOR TOPIC—God's Plan for a Boy's Life. INTERMEDIATE AND SENIOR TOP- 10. INTERMEDIATE AND SENIOR TOP- 10. INTERMEDIATE AND SENIOR TOP- IC-Why God Chose David YOUNG PEOPLE AND ADULT TOP IC-Discovering Future Leaders 1. Why he mourned. The death of Saul was, no doubt, a personal loss to Samuel, for Saul was a commanding and lovable personality. Then, too, the ruin of so promising a career would deeply affect Samuel. Finally the mutilation to God and God's people grieved his heart. 2. Excessive mourning related. The fact that God had rejected Saul should have lifted Samuel out of his grief. Excessive grief over that which God does is a reflection upon Him and should be rebuked. When sorrow he comes a hindrance to the discharge of duty, it merits rebuke. II. Samuel Sent to Anoint David (v. 13). 1. Samuel's fear (v. 2). Perhaps by this time Saul was becoming a desperate character. Samuel still knew that if Saul should hear that he was taking steps to anoint a successor to the throne, his own life would be in danger. Samuel was wise in submitting this hard situation to the Lord God's servants are to be brave. However, even when going on errands for God we should not court danger. 2. The Lord's direction (vv 2, 3). The Lord smoothed the way for Samuel. He showed him how to perform his duty and escape the danger. Samuel was to take a helper and announce that he was going to offer a sacrifice unto the Lord and to call less to the sacrifice. The prophet was not told all that would happen. This is usually God's way with us. He gives us our work place by place and guides us step by step. Samuel's purpose was known only to himself. It was to be kept a secret so that the news would not reach Saul. This was a shrewd device but entirely illicit mate. We now conceal that which others have ours to know especially when such a disclosure would be detrimental to the success of our mission. What Samuel said was true. 111. Samuel's Obedience (vv 413) 1. The trembling elders of Bath- hem (vv 4.5). Their unusual movement was an occa- sion for alarm. To the elders' alterm- ning inquiry Samuel responded with the insurance of peace, inviting them to join him in worshiping the Lord. 2. Examination of Jesse's sons (vv 6-12). The Lord had revealed to Samuel that one of Jesse's sons was to be the new king, but not the particu- one. (1) Ellab relected. (vv 6.7) Ellab was the eldest son and therefore he was the first presented us having first right to the place of honor. Furthermore, he was a splendid spirit of manhood, full and majestic in appearance, so that even Samuel was captivated by him as he had been in Saul (10.24). Outward appearance is favorable, but the realities seen by God were against him. We frequently estimate men by their dress, cultural appearances, wealth and position. These are only surface manifestation and frequently lead us astray, but God looks into the heart. (2) David chosen (vv. 8.12) All but one of Jesse's sons had been looked upon, but still the Lord's choice had not appeared. Jesse's reply to Samuel's question as to whether all his children had appeared seems to imply that David was not of much importance. At any rate he was only a boy, while his brothers were already young men. He was considered good enough to watch the sheep, but not to be called to the feast. This is ever the way of man. He overlooks the very ones whom the Lord has chosen for places of honor and influence. Because David was faithful as a shepherd boy, he was in line for promotion when God's given time arrived. 3. David anointed (v. 13) When the shepherd had appeared the Lord directed Samuel to anoint him. When the old was appalled the Spirit of the Lord came upon him David was a gifted and attractive lad but his gifts were of no avail without the Spirit of God. Only as we are anointed by the Holy Ghost can we truly do the Lord's will and work. We Can Choose We cannot tell what shall be on the morrow; but we can choose what we ourselves will be. We can resolve to live faithfully whatever betide. . . We can walk with the bright angels and wrestle with the dark ones, and oblige the flying hours to leave a blessing behind.—N. Y. Frothingham. That Which We Do for Christ That which we do for ourselves is forgotten; that which we do for Christ is immortal. St. Mary Bapt. Church Rev. J. E. Douglass, Pastor Sunday was a splendid day beginning with S. S. at 9:30 with Supt and officers present. Attendance was wonderful. Lesson was wonderfully reviewed by Bro. Robt. Sanders. Pastor was in charge of the Evangelical period. At the 11:00 o'clock service, devotions were led by Deacons. Pastor chose his text and theme from I. Samuel 12, "Samuel's Farewell." Invitation was extended, one came forward. B. Y. P. U. at 6:00 o'clock. Attendance very good. Ever Loyal had charge of Program. They also won the banner for finance. At the 8.00 service, devotions led by deacons, afterwhich Pastor preached on "Samuel Aroints David." The Pastor preached a soul-stirring sermon. Invitation was extended, one came forward for baptism. We regret very much to hear of the awful accident that happened, Monday afternoon at 2:30, while Mrs Lillie Phillips was arriving from Hutchinson, with her dead son. Those injured were Mrs. Phillips, Mrs. Halte Harrell, Mrs. Oneta Dean, Miss Hester Williams, Mrs. Roberts and Mr. Charlie Crumble, but he died. May God's Blessings rest upon the entire family. They have our sympathy. RUBIE CRANE, Reporte Cherryvale News Notes BETHLEHEM BAPTIST CHURCH REV. WM. THOMAS, PASTOR S. S. at 9:50 opening by Bro. Supt. with a large number present, lesson, "Samuel's Farewell Address," taught by regular teachers, reviewed by Pastor Thomas. Morning Service 11:10, devotions led by Deacons Burgess and Metcalf, scripture lesson read by Rev. J. S. King, afterwhich Pastor Thomas brought to us a burring message, found 3rd chap. 13 verse of 1st Kings, subject. "God makes Good His Promise." At 3:30 p. m. the N. A. A. C. P., under the direction of the program Committee. Mrs. Rev. John Whitmore rendered a very interesting program which was very timely and well enjoyed. There will also be another program and free ice cream given on the Fourth Sunday in Aug. at the A. M. E. Church. B. Y. P. U. at 6:30 p. m. Group No. 2 had charge of the program for the evening. The program was very interesting. Group No. 2 also received the banner. Evening services at 8:05 p. m., devotionals led by Deacons Burgess and Metcalf; afterwhich Pastor Thomas delivered to us another strong sermon from the Book of Job. He chose for a subject: "A Consecrated Christian." Rev. Wm. Thomas, Rev. J. S. King and Mrs. Clara Daniels motored to Coffeyville, Mrs. Wm. Thomas and neice, Mae, accompanied them back to Cherryvale. Mr. C. W. Landis, proprietor of the Landis Cafe and Grocery, on W. Main St. is ill at this writing. Mrs. J. S. King is better. Mr. and Mrs. O. W. Redding and family of the Ridge Dale farm and Jack Johnson took Sunday dinner with Mr. and Mrs. P. Wheaton 8 miles N. W. of town. Rev. Jacobs of Independence, preached to us on last Wednesday night; a wonderful seism from 6th chapter 7 and 8 verse. Subject: "Whatsoever a Man Soweth, That Shall He also Reap." Mr. and Mrs. Ing Ear Smith and daughter Budalee and Goldena were Coffeyville, visitors Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Lee of Parson, were visitor in Cherryvale, Sunday and attending services. TOPEKA NEWS A. L. Branch, Pastor. The Busy Club met Tuesday afternoon at the home of Mrs. Hillton's on E. 11th St. A large number of members was present and enjoyed a very pleasant afternoon meeting their president, Mrs. H. Clark, one who never fails to be present at the opening hour of each meeting; opened the meeting at 2:30 o'clock Mission Circle No. 2 Met Tuesday evening at one Church. President, Mrs. Georgia Abbott and some faithful members were present. They are very faithful workers. The Junior Prayer Meeting on Tuesday evenings is proving to be a success; Mrs. Brooks, Mrs. Brown, Mrs. Bryant, Mrs. Moore and Mrs. Jefferson are to be very much congratulated for their Christian labor with the Juniors. They attend their prayer meetings in large numbers. The Trustees are doing some very active work at this season of one year, Mr. A. J. May, chairman, he is known as a very faithful worker. The Beautifying Club is making great efforts to make things look better in and around the church. Mr. P. H. Hunter, president, is very dutiful as a president. Sunday marked another great day at our churches. The Sunday School opened with 16 officers and teachers and one hun dred pupils. A total of hundred and twenty-three. The morning visitors were Mrs. Douglas of Wichita, Mrs. White, Mrs. Smith, Mrs. Baker, Rev. and Mrs. Morrow and family of St. Joseph, Mo. Miss Cascella Parker, (Continued on page 3) The Negro Star—For the good of the People WICHITA'S BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL INDEX MRS MARTHA E. ROBINSON SEAMSTRESS ONE WEEK'S SUPPLY Free Free BRONZE BEAUTY face powder STRAIT-TEK CHEMICAL CO. PITTSBURGH, PA. U.S.A. BRONZE BEAUTY Face Powder is made by a new French process, and is not affected by perspiration. Used satisfactorily on dry or oily skin. Makes the complexion soft and velvety—and stays on until removed. 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St. Francis Official State & Districts Kansas Baptist Directory. A Roster of Our State Official Family: : CONVENTION PROPER President ... W. A. Bowren, D. D., 1000 Washington Blvd, Kansas City. Vice President ... J. T. Elias 211 E. 10th St., Pittsburgh. Rec. Sec. ... B. L. Marchant, 1009 Wabash Ave, Wichita. Treasurer ... W. H. Young, D. D. 901 Missouri St., Lawrence Executive Secretary and Supt of Mission ..... A. W. Ross 821 Clay St. Topeka. Evangelist ..... P. D. Skinner, D. D. 520 Spring St. Koffeyville. President ..... Mrs. Emma Gaines, 1182 Budanan St. Topeka. Recording Sec..Mrs. Wm. Smothers Atchison. Corresponding Sec..Mrs. I. F. Bates 1713 Wabash Ave. Wichita. Treasurer ..... Mrs. Millie Anderson 516 E. 5th St. Coffeyville. SUNDAY SCHOOL CONVENTION. President ..... H. I. Monroe 1156 Clay St. Topeka. Secretary ..... A. E. Clark Treasurer ..... A. E. Clark 1508 Clark St. Parsons. B. Y. P. U. 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 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. Hughe Ottawa, Kansas (Continued from page 2.) TOPEKA NEWS A. L. Branch, Pastor. Mrs. Glover, Miss Jessie Glover of Chanute. Supt. J. W. Bryant is always delighted to introduce all visitors to the Sunday School. At 11:00 a. m., Dr. Morrow of St. Joseph, Mo., delivered a wonderful sermon. Many hearts were made glad and rejoiced. Dr. Morrow is widely known as a worthy God sent man. B. Y. P. U. opened at the usual hour, president P. H. Hunter, presiding. Ever Loyal Section gave an excellent program. True and Tried Section made the highest points in Bible Drill. Ever Loyal Section made the highest mark in finance) Junior B. Section made the highest mark in attendance. The evening service was held under open air Tabernacle, which has been prepared by the two churches, Brown Chapel A. M. E. Church, Rev. Sanford, pastor and Antioch Baptist Church, Rev. A. L. Branch, pastor. Under which we will hold union service throughout the Summer, where we hope for the comfort of the people. Rev. J. S. Scott' of Osawatama, delivered a wonderful message, that was well enjoyed by every one present. Rev. M. J. Smith of Fort Scott was also present. VIVIAN DUKES, reporter. CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH, W. H. YOUNG, PASTOR The Fall of Jerusalem was very good, all who did not see it missed a treat, The Sunday School was well attended with several visitors from the Summer School. Several persons from Calvary are attending the Summer School this year. Mrs. O. Fields Mrs. Johnson of Chanute, Miss P. Wilson, Ottawa, Mrs. M. Owens, of Fort Scott, were present for Sunday School. The rally was continued from last Sunday with several responding to the call. We hope all, who have not heard the call will real soon and pay up. Church services were real good. B. Y. P. U., was well attended with groups 2 and 3 leading, No. 3 has been sleeping on the job, but is waking up so the others better, look out and keep out of the way, because they are expecting to get a head and stay a head of all the other. The Pageant given by the Sunday School in the evening was very fine and well rendered by all who took part. The only fault we could find was it was not long enough. Mrs: G. Young, Mrs. L. Jones are to be complimented for their untiring efforts and they received their pay last evening when the pageant proved to be such a good success. The boy scouts of Calvary and St. John A. M. E. Church went on their first hike Saturday nite. They went Ottawa Treasurer Mrs. Martha Baker Glathe, Kangas 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. Kainney 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, Kansas Statistician-Auditor.....W. F. Warder Ellsworth, Kansas WOMAN'S HOME AND FOREIGN MISSIONARY CONVENTION President . Sister M. D. Jonas 509 W. 13th Junction City Vice Pres. . Sister Carrie L. Davison Route 2, Box 91, Kannoua ROUTE 1 Rec. Sec. Sister Esté D. Dryant 330 N. 2nd, Salyza SUNDAY SCHOOL CONVENTION President ..... Sister O. E. Jackson 420 S. Cottage Ave. Salina. to the K. V. C., cooked their supper, went to bed got up early next morning, had breakfast, went home in time to get to Sunday School on time. The Deborah Art and Literary Club will meet with Mrs. M. F. Hazle wood, 1220 Buchanan St. Tuesday afternoon, the funeral of the Crockett Sisters was at the Calvary Baptist Church. Thursday afternoon, Rev. C. Richerson of K. C. K., officiating. There are still a number of persons on the sick list. Any one wishing to subscribe for this paper by week or year, call James Markham. Ottawa News. The program has been announced for Home-Coming Week, at Bethany Chapel, beginning Sunday July 17 which will be known as Home-Coming Sunday and ending July 24th; Rev. James Scott will preach the installation sermon in the afternoon of July 24th and Rev. Favor's brother of the pastor, will preach at the morning and evening services. Rev. P. D. Skinner, State Evangelist, will preach at Bethany Chapel Sunday, Home-Coming Day. Rev Skinner is a former pastor of Bethany Chapel, which was formerly the Third Baptist Church. All out-of town people who formerly attorced Bethany Chapel are extended a cordial invitation and requested to be present next week. A surprise party was given for Rev. Favors and family last Saturday evening. A large crowd of friends participated and left a table loaded with tokens of appreciations. Services were good and well attended all day Sunday. Mrs. Erna Thompson and Miss Sadie Fisher spent the week end in Ottawa, the guests of their sister, Mrs. Perry Lewis. Mesdames I. M. Hughes, A. P Wilson, Misses Charlesetta Favors Pauleta Armstrong, Clara Clayborne, Lois McBrier and Mary Elsie Lewis Rev. Chas Favors and Mr. Clifford Spotville, are attending Summer School at Kansas Vocational School this week. The following Ottawa people drove to Topeka and spent the day visiting at the School, Misses Margaret and Gladys Clayborne, Althea McBrier; Mesdames Booker and Geo Lewis and Mr. Alen Wilson. St. Matthew C. M. E. Cl. REV. C. H. GLASS, PASTOR After spending several days in our District Conference, Sunday, we took a portion of our choir and motered to Hutchinson. At our morning service Bishop Hamlin gave us one soul stirring sermon and everyone was filled with the gladness of a new birth. The mixed choir sang for the The Negro Star—For the good of the People $30,000 in cash prizes Drink Coca-Cola Delicious and Refreshing Find six keys to the popularity of Coca- Cola. Visit our plant and we'll tell you about this cash prize contest. THE COCA-COLA BOTTLING CO. WICHITA, KANSAS.; CB 101 UNION CONVENTION. President.....Bro. O. W. Gary Abilene, Kansas AUXILIARY MISSIONS CONTION President .Sister Lois Vera Grimes 415 N. 10th St. Annapolis City 615 W. 19th St. Junction City. Vice Pres.....Sister Anna Chaves Abilene, Kansas. Rec. Sec. Sister Burnedetta Brummell College, Kansas. President ..... Rev. A. G. Mason Strong City, Kansas Vice Pres. ..... Rev. J. W. Johnson N. Mulberry, Abilene, Kansas 615 W. 10th St. Junction City Gen. Sec. ..... Lewis N. Grimes Gen. Music Director..... Sister Geraldine Bryant Hudson, 520 N. 2nd. St. Salina, Kansas EXECUTIVE BOARD MEMBERS. Main Body Rev. J. W. Johnson, N. Mulberry St. Abilene, Kansas Rev. J. Mocic, 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 Union Convention Sixth Day, Saturday a. m. and Evening Auxiliary Missions, Pilgrim Bartist Church, Manhattan, Kansas, Rev. J. H. Bruce, Pastor. Send all barar pieces for State and District Work to sister J. B. Deine, 614 W. 9th St., Junction City, Kansas. Rev. D. I. 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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 Evening, 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. Elias 211 E. 10th St., Pittsburg Vice Moderator ..... Rev, G. Toul Treasurer..... Rev, L. J. Brown 2144. Morton Ave., Parsons Time of meeting of Southeastern Association, Thursday before the 4th Lord's Day of July. 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Convenes Monday before Fourth Lord's Day in July. YOUNG LADIES DISTRICT CON. Auxiliary to S. S. Con.) President..... Mrs. E. M. Watt Officers of the Northeastern District Missionary Baptist and its Auxiliary Conventions tions: Northeastern District Missionary Baptist Association and Auxilia ies to be held Tuesday before the 'th Lord's Day in August 1927; First Baptist Church, Leavenworth, K. ansas, 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 ```markdown ``` STOP--Don't use another dye of Hair Dye Just cut this ad out and send it with a $1.65 for a trial order of FAIRY QUEEN RE- STORER HAIR DYE, Box of BATIN TOP PRESSING OIL, and a box of Tanning SKIN WHITENER. Satisfaction is guaranteed of any order. O. C. Cholins, KINN, HAIR SPECIALIST, Box 1298, Winston, MA. Dept. W 303 South 9th St., Hiawatha, Kans. Gen. Sec. .....Cora J. James Box 236 Tonganoxie, Kans. Bux-250 Tonanhoole, Kans. Treasor .....Rev. B. J. Davidson 423 N. 6th St .....W. J. Kans. Auditor .....Rev. W, L. Shook K. V. S. Tonkees, Kans. ... Board Members:—Rev. M. J. Stewart, Rev. G. D. Saunders, Rev. M. Fraizer. Life Members:—Rev. J. D. Hunt, Rev. and Mrs. J. W. Hayes, Mrs. L. V. Halm. District Missionary, Rev. 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 Naomi Shackleford, Atchison, Kans. OFFICERS OF THE SOUTHWEST DISTRICT ASSOCIATIONS AND AUXILIARIES Moderator.....Rev. J. W. Hayes Vice Moderator.....Rev. N. J. Stoke Fratt. Kansas. General Sec'y.....Rev. B. L. Marchav 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, Kansas— Rev. N. J. Stokes, Pastor. AUXILIARIES AND PRESIDENTS S. School.....Mrs. Mae W. Buckner Pratt, Kansas. Sr. B. Y. P. U. Mrs. Carrie Anderson 1914 Marley, Wichita Cook, Box 81, Fratt, Kansas. Mission Circle.....Mrs. Ida F. Bates 1713 Wabash, Wichita. M. & D. Union.....Rev. C. E. Woods Arkansas City. 902 E. 9TH STREET 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. 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Covington, 501 N. Water St. Phone M. 1065 Local Editress Enter as second class matter June 12th 1919, at the Post office at Wichita, Enter as second class matter June 12th, 1876, in Kansas, under the Act of March 3, 1879. SUBSCRIPTION RATES: One Year ..... $1.50 Six Months ..... .90 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 on the next issue. Let your articles be brief and to the point. CITY ITEMS Mrs. Frank Colbert and little son, Junior, have returned to the city, having spent the past month with Mrs. Colbert's parent, Rev. and Mrs. M. S. Jones of La Junta, Colo. Captain W. L. Hutchinson, the executive Secretary, Water Street Branch Y. M. C. A., wert to Topeka, Tuesday, July 12, where he addressed the Summer Session at the Kansas Vocational School. This is Mr. Hutcherson's fourth year to address the school. He was accompanied by his little son, Master Hubert. Henry Williams, who was serving a sentence at the State Reformatory for boys, died last Saturday morning. His body was sent to Wichita, and now lies in state at the Citizens Mortuary. His funeral will be at the St. Paul A. M. E. Church, Saturday at 2:00 p. m. Plans are in the making for the Labor Day Celebration, sponsored by the Water Street Branch Y. M. C. A. The Tennis Tournament will be a big feature. Also, a great Water Carnival is being arranged. Visitors will be here from all over the State. Messrs Chester Lewis and V. T. Watt, two of Hutchinson's progressive citizens, were in the office Wednesday night on business. They are planning great things for the 4th of Aug. The 63d Anniversary of Negro Freedom will be celebrated with addresses, amusements, Music, parade, drinks, eatables, etc. Come and have one more good time. Mr. W. S. Bowen spent the 4th of July in the city visiting his sisters, Mrs. Margarett Craig and Mrs. Rosetta Fartroy. Mrs. Harris of Topeka, mother of Mrs. Jewel Brown, spent a pleasant evening with Mrs. Rosetta Fantroy 1141 Ohio. She was served to a well prepared dinner. Things are looking beautiful around Prof. F. C. West's home, 1001 Indiana. He has changed the front of his home and it is "swell." Mr. and Mrs. Homer Perry, a young couple in the 13 hundred block on Cleveland Ave., are cultivating one of the prettiest lawns in the city. Mr. Perry is giving it special attention. Mrs. V. M. Sims is at home much improved. Mrs. Margrett Noland is spending a few days in Oklahoma City and other points with relatives and friends. Mr. E. C. White of Arkansas, was a business caller this week. He has five different kinds of medicine, he makes and sells. A MOONLIGHT PICNIC will be given under the auspices of the Senior Choir of the Indiana Christian Church, Ind, and 12th, Thursday, July 21st at the residence of Mrs. Summett at 1217 N. Mead. The Public is invited SERIOUS ACCIDENT Last Monday, while Mrs. Lillie (Williams) Phillips, accompanied by Mrs. Hattie Harrell, Miss Hester Williams, Miss Oneta Williams, Mrs. Josie Roberts, Mr. Charlie Crumble and Raymond ... was returning following remains of her son, Henry (Buddie) Williams, who had passed away at State Reformatory, met with a serious accident when the driver attempted to pasts a car, cut to close to the ditch; the car turned "A-Flip", killing Charlie Crumble and injuring the rest. Last report reached the office as we were going to press that there will be a double fueral of Henry and Charlie at Calvary at 2.00 p. m. Saturday by Revs. J. E. Douglas and J. W. Hayes. Citizens Mortuary I. charge. SOCIAL SERVICE HEALTH CENTER DEDICATED. (Preston News Service) ATLANTA, GA., July 15—Through the efforts of Mrs. John Hope, wife of Dr. John Hope, president of Morehouse College, and the founder of the Neighborhood Union of Atlanta, the new house for health work among children was dedicated at Morehouse College, June 20. This beautiful structure cost over $4,000 and was almost completely paid for at time of dedication. STATE CONVENTION AND AURS. TELEPHONE MARKET $130 AT WICHITA, KANSAS or and Publisher Assistant Editor and D. 3793 Advertising Agent Phone N. 1665 Local Editress with 1919, at the Post office at Wichita. 199. RATES: $1.50 .90 .50 .20 Sign name whether or not it is to be be. We reserve the right to reject any once, when you fail to receive your less that Wednesday noon will appear brief and to the point. Mrs. Georgia Douglas Johnson, widow of the late Col. Henry Lincoln Johnson, delivered the dedicatory address. Mrs. Johnson, who is assistant commissioner of conciliation of labor in the U. S. Department of labor, Washington, D. C., was introduced by National Committeeman Hon. Benjamin J. Davis, Mrs. Johnson is a writer of considerable renown. Dr. Will W. Alexander, of Atlanta, who won the Harmon award for his excellent work along interracial lines was one of the speakers on this occasion. Three national cups have been won by the Neighborhood Unlino for clean up work in Atlanta. These cups are on view at the health center on West Fair Street. An original play, written by one of the Neighborhood girls, was successfully given. THE INFERIORITY COMPLEX IN PANAMA Bishop George A Miller, writing from Ancon, Canal Zone, to "The Christian Century." speaks of finding in Panama "Nordic Complex, all over again;—the white man's inhumanity to the black." 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Everything else is dark Kansas Gas and "At You --- The Negro Star-For the good of the People black men and women, who attended Bishop Miller while he was lying helpless in the "famous Ancon Hospital at the Pacific end of the canal zone." After seven weeks as a patient in this hospital, nursed and cared for by "these black angels of mercy," the bishop deplores the ungrateful, almost inhuman treatment these faithful black receive at the hands of the officials of the Canal Zore. In return for long hours—"twelve hours each day—seven days per week—(only one day off a month)—" and such pay as "thirty-five dollars a month for men—twenty-two dollars and a half for women (with loss of each day's pay for illness)" these "West Indian arderles, whose long years of experience have made them super-efficient as all the rest of the hospital service," give to the patients, "a certain tenderness of touch, a knack of easing broken bones and aching heads," that, says the writer, "I did not know existed." After recovering, the bishop talked with the other patients and found everyone enthusiastic over the service rendered by these black orderlies, whose "pay was an outrage to common human decency." as he says. On inquiry, those at "the top" advanced three arguments in defen the black man receives more morey of this mcagre wage scale;—First, thus, than he could get in the Caribbean island, from which he came; Second—if the black man does not like it, he can quit; and Third—if RED STAR CELLINO CO. TRADE MARK RED STAR WICHITA, KS UNITED MILL WORK CO. Gas and Electric "At Your Service MOB WHIPS FARMER TEST IT YOURSELF Examine the creamy soft texture of RED STAR. Better bake it into bread and taste its delicious flavor. Judge RED STAR by its results. Mellow Light and the human eye is irresistibly attracted to brightness. The result is that the lighted object gets many times as much appreciative attention from the passerby as it gets during the day. Nor is flood lighting costly. Electric current is so low in price today that the cost of flood lighting is negligible compared with the tremendous benefit you derive from it in customer interest. In particular is it to the advantage of persons in Kansas Gas and Electric Company's territory to employ this method of attracting attention to their businesses. Kansas Gas and Electric Company service is such that you may depend upon it your flood lights will burn week in, week out, in winter or summer, rain or shine, unfailingly attracting the attention of your potential customers and bringing to your doors a new and thriving stream of business. Electric Company Service" he had more money he would spend it." These arguments simply revert to that Nordic complex of "opression of the black man just because he is black and can't help himself." Forces Negro to Sell His Farm at a Heavy Loss After Beating BIRMINGHAM, ALA., July 13. (AP)Another link was added today to the tangled chain of Alabama floggings when evidence was given Jefferson County authorities that Arthur Hitt, a Negro farmer, had been severely whipped by a band of masked men and frightened into disposing of a tract of land for a sum far beneath its accepted value. Hitt was taken from his home, strapped to a tree and beaten unmercifully in what Sheriff Hartsfield said was the "very worst of all the flogging cases" brought to his attention The beating of the Negro followed his refusal to dispose of his small tract of land. Three days after the whipping, however, he signed his land away, he said for $900. The story told by the Negro is being investigated by Sheriff Hartsfield with a view of restoring the Negro's property.—The Wichita Eagle. Phone No. M. 3868 Res. Phone D. 1640-W GOLDEN WEST BEAUTY SHOP DELIA L. GREER Proprietor & Operator MARCELLING, MANICURING, FACIAL, SCALP TREATMENT, TOILET PREPARATIONS FOR SALE. 1013½ E. 13th Street 1 HOURS 9 A. M. UNTIL 8 P. M. UP STAIRS. 1013½ E. 13th St. DECOURSEY Grade "A" Milk Delivered To your home or at your Grocer's. Six years ago we opened for business in wichita and we heartily appreciate the support our friends have given us. We are now in a position to give up-to-the-minute service at low prices. OUR SPECIAL: A Complete funeral including Ground at $100.00. THE CITIZENS MORTUARY 110 W. ELM STREET Phones: Office. Mkt. 5017 Residence, Doug. 4187. B. W. CRAWFORD, Pres. MRS. E. J. BRIDGEFORTH, Sec. SEND US YOUR SUBSCRIPTION OR RENEW YOUR SUBSCRIPTION $1.50 PER YEAR Expert Job Printing Of All Kinds Gve us a trial and boost THE NEGRO STAR Phone No. M. 3868 GOLDEN WEST DELIA L. GREEN MARCELLING, MANICURING. TOILET PREPARATION 1013½ E. 13th Street UP STAIRS. FOR SALE BY CRAWFORD & CRAWFORD June-28 1927. No chain is stronger than its weakest links. Link yourself with a square man for a square deal. For Sale by Crawford Crawford Realty Co., 600½ N. Main Street. Phone Market 3265. Never in the history of Wichita, has real-estate been offered to race men on such reasonable terms, and at such popular prices.. BUY A HOME! Stop paying rent. Save from Two to Three Hundred Dollars a year by investing in a home. Teach your children economy by rearing them in their own home. Real-estate is the most sound investment known to civilization, and pays a higher rate of interest than any other investment. We are offering the following properties for sale at a sacrifice for a short period of time. Blaine Ave. 12th Blk. 5 rooms-2 lots, Gas, Electric, running water. Price $1600.00. Cash $150.00. Per mo. $20. Cleveland Ave. 10th Blk. 6 rooms, 2 lots Price 1400.00 cash. Cleveland Ave. 10th Blk. 7 rooms, Basement, corner lot, east frontage. Price $3250.00. Cash $400.00. Per mo. $25.00. Cleveland Ave. 13th Blk. 6 rooms, new hard wood floors, 2 lots. Price $3150. Cash $500.00. Per mo. $25.00. Indiana Ave. 9th Blk. 4 rooms 2 lots. Price $1800.00. Cash $150.00. Per mo. $20.00. Indiana Ave. 6th Blk. 4 rooms, semi modern. Price $1350.00. Cash $100. Per mo. $16.00. Mathewson Ave. 11th Blk. 5 rooms, inside toilet, sink in kitchen, basement, corner lot, east frontage. Price $2000.00. Cash $100.00. Per mo. $20. Mathewson Ave. 11th Blk. 4 rooms, east frontage, hard wood floor, garage, basement. Price $2000.00. Cash $100.00. Per mo. $20.00. Will consider another small property or vacant lot in exchange for equity in either of these properties. Mathewson Ave. 6th Blk. 4 rooms. Price $1600.00. Cash $150.00. Per mo. $18.00. Will consider an automobile in exchange. Mathewson Ave. 6th Blk. 5 rooms, bath, 2 lots garage. Price $2500.00 Cash $250.00. Per mo. $25.00. Mathewson Ave. 8th Blk. 5 rooms, modern, 2 lots. Price $2350.00. Cash $200.00. Per mo. $20.00. Mathewson Ave. 10th Blk. 6 rooms semi-modern, 11 lots, beginning at northwest corner of 9th Street, running north. Price $3250.00. Cash $500.00. Per mo. $50.00. This property is a good investment. East Murdock Ave. 13th Blk. 5 rooms, semi-modern. Price $1800.00. Cash $150.00. Per mo. $18.00. Water St. 9th Blk. one 9 room house with bath. One 5 room house with bath on good corner lot. Price $4500 Cash $500.00. Balance like rent. Water St. 8th Blk. 6 rooms east frontage, good barn. Price $3250.00. Cash $400.00. Per mo. $30.00. Water St. 7th Blk. 6 rooms, bath. Price $2500.00. Cash $400.00. Per mo $25.00. We have about one hundred vacant lots for sale in our most popular locations. Will build a new home on any of these lots for a reasonable cash payment. NORTH END MEAT MARKET SPECIALS Plate meat, ..... 10c lb Chuck Steak.....15c lb Chuck Roast.....15c lb Sirloin and Round Steak.....25c lb Porter House Steak.....25c lb 2 for 35c Home made Sausage 18c. Lard ..... 15c lb Sliced Bacon, lb ..... 30c Neck Bones, 2 lbs.....15c 1913 N. LAWRENCE AVE. Phone Market 1479 WICHITA, KANSAS. =e ee eee oe ee ae quem |= = Be) oust | =): oe on me Be lee br a as